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failuretocommunicate
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re: Alaskan Cruise recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 12/1/25 at 6:24 pm to nahtanojc
Booking dilemma.... Leaving Seattle and then returning to Seattle trip (7 day) would the rear facing premium balcony rooms be a better option then a premium balcony room on the port or starboard side.
Travel agent couldn't recommend one way or the other.
Opinions?
Tia
Travel agent couldn't recommend one way or the other.
Opinions?
Tia
re: Alaskan Cruise recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 11/25/25 at 9:07 am to amgslg
quote:
amgslg
I'm in the final stages and ready to book. We are looking at RT Seattle on Princess. It seems that day 2 is open ocean sailing north and then traversing down south.....silly question.....would the left/port side of the boat be more desirable due to the southern traverse??
re: Alaskan Cruise recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 11/14/25 at 6:34 am to geauxpurple
quote:
I have been onPrincess cruises and have taken two Viking cruises in the past two years with another one scheduled for next April.
Princess is nice but Viking is a step above.
I have been on two Alaskan cruises, both on Holland America.
I would rank them
Viking
HAL
Princess
All were fun.
Can’t go wrong with any of them.
care to share any details....
is seattle to vancouver worth it or is the anchorage/vancouver the better trip?
time of year? rainy, snow covered versus emerging spring
booked through travel agent versus yourself?
must do excursions?
excursions to pass on?
booked excursions through cruiseline or separately?
preference in cruising north/south versus south/north?
so many questions.......just a few things that come to mind :lol:
Thanks
Alaskan Cruise recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 11/13/25 at 4:42 pm
Used the search and found some limited info. Plenty of discussion regarding Princess cruises but found next to nothing about Viking. I realize Viking will be significantly higher but haven't discussed with a travel agent yet. Wanted the travel boards experiences with either and pros cons. Also is a travel agent really necessary?
TIA
ETA.... Adults... Likely 2 couples
TIA
ETA.... Adults... Likely 2 couples
re: Favorite smoked sausage for red beans and rice
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 11/4/25 at 7:27 am to Royalfishing
Country Meat Block in Opelousas
Especially since you're in Carencro....short drive
Especially since you're in Carencro....short drive
re: Who makes the best fish fry?
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 9/18/25 at 6:24 am to sleepytime
quote:
there is a grind in between corn flour and corn meal called cream meal. It's ideal for fried fish in my experience but it's hard to find retail.
This^
Used commercially. I have purchased some from a local chef.....he get's it from restaurant supply out of New Orleans.
re: 9MM Pistol Recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 9/16/25 at 8:41 am to Rize
quote:
If I had to guess I bet you’re looking at the SD9 S&W
Just confirmed that the S&W is in fact the SD9.
Waiting on info about the Taurus and Smithfield
Thx
re: 9MM Pistol Recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 9/15/25 at 3:44 pm to Rize
Trying to get further info. I'll post once I know more.
re: 9MM Pistol Recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 9/15/25 at 11:44 am to Jon A thon
delete....double post
re: 9MM Pistol Recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 9/15/25 at 11:43 am to Jon A thon
quote:
Just curious as to why?
Raffle prize
9MM Pistol Recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 9/15/25 at 11:34 am
Admittedly, I'm more of a rifle and shotgun guy, but wanted opinions on which one of the following would be a good all around pistol for home use. Not going to CC, but just to have in the home (wife will want to become familiar with it as well). The list below are the only options currently available to choose from:
Springfield XD 9MM
Taurus GX4 9MM
S&W 9MM
Tia...
Springfield XD 9MM
Taurus GX4 9MM
S&W 9MM
Tia...
re: Meanwhile at the Family Dollar
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 8/25/25 at 12:46 pm to chinhoyang
quote::lol:
What I'd really like to see is a button where a doberman would be released to break up the fight.
The vision of this made me lol
re: Colorado Quick Trip Recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 7/28/25 at 1:30 pm to ColoradoAg03
quote:
It's getting into low water time of year. Do the gorge, but there will likely be a lot of rocks exposed and a very technical run.
I keep going back and forth between the RG and Bighorn. Looked at some videos of the RG and it looks great....but my wife likely wouldn't be a fan of continuously holding on for dear life. Not sure as to the time of the year in the videos, but it looks pretty insane. :lol:
re: Colorado Quick Trip Recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 7/25/25 at 7:48 am to Shexter
quote:
Manitou Springs just outside of Colorado Springs. Some call it a "Hippie Mayberry"
You could day trip to Canon City/Royal Gorge if you want to do some rafting.
decided upon this....leaving next Wednesday.
A little hiking, Garden of the gods, Pikes Peak, rafting Royal Gorge.....quick 3 day trip.
Trying to decide whether the big horn rafting trip (II and III type rapids) or the royal gorge trip (III and IVs) is right for us. I'm fine with the IIIs and IVs but not sure about the wife??
Thanks to all for suggestions
Colorado Quick Trip Recs
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 7/23/25 at 10:44 am
Contemplating a quick trip to Colorado next week. Wife and I only.....can fly into Colorado Springs or Denver. Just looking for some place to hike a little, shop a little, maybe fish or kayak/raft. Nothing planned but contemplating Vail.
Been to Estes Park, Salida/Buena Vista the last two summers, so i'm leaning away from those places. Only thinking Vail since it would offer nice accommodations and fine dining after the daily activities. Really just looking for a getaway and trying to stay within 2 hours of airports.
Any other places that i should consider within a couple of hours of the airports mentioned? Plan to arrive early on Thursday and flight back early Sunday....so basically Friday and Saturday for activities.
TIA
Been to Estes Park, Salida/Buena Vista the last two summers, so i'm leaning away from those places. Only thinking Vail since it would offer nice accommodations and fine dining after the daily activities. Really just looking for a getaway and trying to stay within 2 hours of airports.
Any other places that i should consider within a couple of hours of the airports mentioned? Plan to arrive early on Thursday and flight back early Sunday....so basically Friday and Saturday for activities.
TIA
re: Very close to signing a contract on a new pool. What are the must/not haves to consider
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 6/24/25 at 7:21 am to Cage Fighter Trainee
quote:
I would definitely figure out drainage issues with the new patio. That includes your current drainage from the roof and new pool deck surface. Make sure you have a place for water to go. A lot of times drainage is an after-thought.
7 pages and the first mention of this.......put this high up on your list. Nothing worse than having a beautiful pool that creates a massive PITA when it rains.
Since they will be tearing up your yard, have roof and decking drain into a line that brings it to an area where your yard easily drains.....connect your backwash to it as well. Enjoy
:cheers:
re: Lafayette/Carencro area landscaper
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 6/19/25 at 7:34 am to Ranger Call
Got it. Email sent
re: Lafayette/Carencro area landscaper
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 6/18/25 at 4:10 pm to Ranger Call
Send contact and I'll respond then you can edit/delete
Lafayette/Carencro area landscaper
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 6/18/25 at 7:19 am
Looking for someone to run sprinkler lines/tubing around a new construction pool and also plant a large brick planter (approx size is 28ft long, 3ft (back to front) and about 24 inches deep). Also, install landscape edging around the edges of the pool deck and fill with crushed stone or rocks. A relatively small job.....likely a day's worth of work for a landscaper and one or two crew.
TIA
TIA
re: Car Buying Experts Only.
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 5/2/25 at 9:09 am to LSUGRAD2008
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ESPN+ horrible picture
Posted by failuretocommunicate on 3/14/25 at 5:51 pm
Anyone else? Like watching the fricking game through the bottom of a coke bottle..... But the commercials are crystal clear :banghead:
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