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Don’t know if Jim sank the basket–I wasn’t around to see; that’s another Scott photo.
My helper, Teri, made the burgers, and the buns were purchased at a local bakery. They were good, even upside down. I’m not an expert, but they did appear to be brioche. Good tip on putting the lettuce on the bottom of the burger. I’ve never considered that before.
Love the dragon! I shared it with my guests last night, and they were suitably impressed. Thanks!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 21/January/2024 @ 7:31 am
I’m just about done with Season 8 of “Shameless” now. Yeah, I forgot “The Boys” was an Amazon show. I was a Prime member when I moved here, but more often than not, what I wanted to see “wasn’t available in your country,” so I canceled the subscription.
Well, you did more farm boy living in a week than I ever did staying at my parent’s place in Oklahoma. Sounds like it was quite the adventure! And, at times, a shitty experience. I can ride and did infrequently, but I never messed with the cows.
“Hey, little chica… want some a’ my pineapple on your pizza?”
I like the way you think!» Posted By John McCrarey On 20/January/2024 @ 8:16 am
Kev, something about that “drug up the mountain” bothered me, but not enough to be bothered with changing it. I mean, my parents were Southerners, and I lived in Arkansas for a while, so I heard drug used in the context of dragging, but the Cosby-like double entendre is distracting. If I had a do-over, I’d just say, “brought up the mountain.”
Jee Yeun and I used to climb Bukhansan in the good old days. Even nice memories can be sad ones.
I’m not sure what that young guy’s story is. A couple of others knew him by name, but he wasn’t familiar to me.
“The symbol for Inflatable Island makes it look like a nuclear plant.”
Shh! Don’t tell the Chinese! We’ll need that during the coming war.Like many bar CRs around town, the men’s room in Cheap Charlies doesn’t have a commode. I guess in an emergency, you could try the women’s. Just say you identify as female when defecating.
Well, it’s easier to pee my pants than walk out into the bay with my phone and wallet in my pocket. I am having to piss more frequently lately for some reason. I guess that’s another reason God made trees.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 19/January/2024 @ 6:59 am
Kev, you’d kill for my numbers, and I don’t want to die from them. I’m surprised your BP is still that high. You might want to consider adjustments to your meds as well.
The issues with Swan do not occur that often; perhaps they are nothing more than growing pains as we learn more about each other’s personality quirks. The important thing is we came to an understanding and have vowed not to revisit that particular path in the future.
Alcohol wasn’t the cause of the misunderstanding, but it perhaps exacerbated my reaction to Swan’s words. Sober me would have likely chosen to ignore them. Anyway, live and learn and grow. Beer is part of who I am and Swan doesn’t have an issue with it. I am my father’s son, and I will continue to carry on the family tradition of beer drinking. In moderation, of course.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 18/January/2024 @ 2:08 pm
Brian, no, I can live without drama. But the brief allusion to the misunderstanding with Swan is the exception other than the rule. Drinking wasn’t the cause, but it contributed to my making a bigger deal out of something Swan said that rubbed wrong than was necessary under the circumstances. I think this type of thing is inevitable in any relationship, and the most important aspect is we were able to talk it through and move on.
No, we haven’t discussed the future without me as of yet. Swan is very independent and doesn’t want to be reliant on my generosity alone. That’s why she took a crappy job. She is currently working on a deal where she will acquire the rights to a house that she can rent out for additional income. As we move forward I will consider making plans to provide something for her after I’m gone.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 18/January/2024 @ 1:58 pm
Thanks for your support, Soju. I think.
Your bet has been placed. You can collect whatever you win in person. Come to think of it, that’s like winning twice!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 18/January/2024 @ 1:48 pm
Kev, there are definitely kinks in the ordering system and not the good kind!
My main concern is the high blood pressure, and now I’ve got some new meds to deal with that. As for the breathing, it’s likely the COPD rearing its ugly head. I’m going to continue to monitor, but the best you can hope for is that it doesn’t get worse. No cure for the damage done.
No, we have never talked about my marital status. When the time feels right, I’ll mention it. Nope, I have no intention of ever marrying again. Swan was with her former boyfriend for over seventeen years, and they never tied the knot. Not sure why. Hmm, maybe I’ll ask her about that as an intro to informing her of my status.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 17/January/2024 @ 7:27 am
Drain, I wasn’t a big fan of Mickey D’s to begin with, but bad service and mediocre food is not a winning combination. The bastards placed this one directly in my path on the way home from the bars. My drunken resistance ain’t what it used to be.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 17/January/2024 @ 7:16 am
Soju, I only ride trikes after dark, so I guess that makes me a Night of sorts.
I was still in California back then. But I did grow up to become a Marshall Tucker Band fan when I lived in South Carolina.
Yes, I always give the raft boys a sweet tip. Hard job, indeed!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 17/January/2024 @ 4:02 pm
Hmm, merci for that explanation. It’s a pity I didn’t remember that.
Damn, I’m going to have to add “The Boys” to the queue. I’ll be fucked if I get killed by a dildo!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/January/2024 @ 8:46 am
My dad used to give me shit about my hair growing up, but I moved out after high school and lived life my way. Not always for the better, but still…
I would have spelled her name “Merci,” but yeah, it is likely religious in nature. Mary is a common name here–I know at least three gals named Mary Joy.
I am going to see Dr. Jo today. BP is high, and I have had some shortness of breath issues lately.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/January/2024 @ 5:45 am
Yes, that’s the blessing, Brian—Same-same, but almost always good.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 16/January/2024 @ 5:37 am
Ah, okay, Drain. That makes sense. I’m glad it is not going to waste, and the Pearl families will get some relief.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 15/January/2024 @ 2:04 pm
Yeah, your pronunciation is a lot closer than mine was. I’m sure I’m mispronouncing other words/names as well. Oh well. I know what I mean!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 15/January/2024 @ 6:00 am
Catch me if you can!
There was a bar in Itaewon (can’t remember the name now) where the waitresses wore Che t-shirts as a uniform. I never went back.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 15/January/2024 @ 5:58 am
Soju, Good luck to us both, then!
Yeah, that kind of poverty stands out here, but it is run-of-the-mill shit in my “rich country” back home.
Damn, dude, you remember that Embassy photo? I cringe whenever I see it again. But you’ve got it wrong–if you are left-handed, you are in your right mind. Look it up–the science is settled! And dark beers need love, too. I live in a land of brown beauties, might as well drink it in!
Well said, Martin Luther Soju! You are the King—or at least the head Honcho.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 14/January/2024 @ 8:21 am
DS, So, Wiener Schnitzel is German for “a girl with something extra”? Good to know!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 14/January/2024 @ 8:10 am
That’s a good point. When we walked by there today, Swan, who by her nature is very generous, wasn’t really sympathetic. She shook her head when she saw the newborn baby and said there is no excuse for having a kid when you can’t afford a place to live. And yeah, I briefly thought about maybe doing a mama thing, but I’m already supporting one family, and my charity budget is about maxed out.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 13/January/2024 @ 5:28 pm
Brian, spending twelve hours with nothing to do seems nightmarish to me. I’d much rather be busy.
Regarding Mickey D’s, I was drunk enough that I wouldn’t know the difference, but my fuzzy recollection is that everything was tasty. Well, as tasty as McDonald’s ever is anyway.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 13/January/2024 @ 5:53 am
Thanks for your patience in trying to teach this old dog new tricks!
Yeah, I figured it was a gecko when it tried to sell me insurance.
There is no deep or hidden meaning in the sunsets…their beauty alone is my inspiration. The banner is indeed a sunset.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 13/January/2024 @ 5:49 am
It’s shocking that, as a Billy Joel fan, I have no recollection of ever hearing that song. I read up on it now, and it was a big hit in 1985. Sorry I missed it: catchy tune and a meaningful message.
Yeah, as I said, I was an asshole and in the wrong. Your point about dependency is well-taken. Hopefully, that bump in the road makes the rest of our ride together smoother.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 12/January/2024 @ 7:14 am
Kev, yeah, my laziness is the culprit here. Rather than rewrite the entire sentence, I only modified the portion AFTER the comma, leaving the first part unchanged. My failure to make that clear with ellipses or an explanation is yet another fuck up.
So, with that clarification, I’d say my one and three are correct. Number two is still wrong because “Pierre’s skills” are not a trained chef; Pierre is.
I’m a slow learner.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/January/2024 @ 4:25 pm
1. Barton had a long wait…
2. Pierre’s skills were prized by the restaurant
3. Aldous was familiar with the dank basement prison.I kinda sorta get the concept of the dangling modifier. But my informal writing style most often mimics speech, and people tend to talk without considering if anything is dangling.
You won’t be surprised to hear that Grammarly doesn’t flag dangling modifiers, either.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/January/2024 @ 12:57 pm
Soju, yes, SBMA is designated a “free port,” so at least some of the imported goods sold there are duty-free.
Most of the imports are priced in dollars, not just the wine. It’s 55 pesos to the dollar now, but I still use the 50 peso rate for doing conversions in my head.
I brought a bag of Tostitos and Fritos home with me.
What? You think bananas grow on trees?
Come to think of it, my weekly bar expenditures are about the same as my grocery bill.
Hopefully, come November, we’ll have the last laugh. I don’t expect Biden will remain on the ticket. Looks like Michelle Obama wants the job.
That’s a good song. Nice that people are beginning to push back on the elites.
Yeah, I knew somehow that you’d react to the double entendre “floater” in a shitty way! 🙂
I haven’t seen a Der Weinerschnitzel since I left California in 1978. We do have Kenny Rogers’ Roasters here, though.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/January/2024 @ 12:46 pm
Brian, I have a water dispenser, and those big bottles are delivered to the house. The water I buy in the store is for hikes and on my bedstand. Easier that way.
My weekly grocery bill is more than I like to spend, but as long as I can afford it, I’m not going to deny myself the creature comforts I’m accustomed to. The imports are pricey, but I’m glad I have ready access to them.
Yes, I am truly blessed! 🙂
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/January/2024 @ 12:32 pm
Kev, I’m an expert on getting old and senile, but I don’t recall featuring Danny in a photo on the blog before.
It’s cool that you got to experience the Shakey’s vibe growing up, too. I’m not sure why the chain has shrunk so much over the years in the USA, but it is very popular here. I’ve eaten at a couple, and the food was good, with much more than pizza on the menu. I still remember the Shakey’s commercials from childhood: “We serve fun at Shakey’s (also pizza).”
I don’t think the house is cursed; it’s probably just an ownership dispute. No, I wouldn’t move there now–I’ve paid my rent a year in advance, and I like this house. Property ownership is limited to Filipinos, but there are workarounds. Some guys put the land in the wife’s or girlfriend’s name (very risky). Another option is a long-term lease on the land (25 years or more) and then building a house (you can own a home, just not the land). Similar for businesses, foreigners form a corporation and a Filipino owns 51%, and legal documents give the foreigner the power to run the company.
I didn’t taste the sauce, but I expect it was gravy.
I’m glad you enjoyed the shopping experience at Royal!
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/January/2024 @ 8:02 am
Kev, you got me on this one–no idea what the error might be.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/January/2024 @ 7:39 am
Danny’s been driving me around for almost six years now without any issues, so he’s earned my trust. He’s actually a good family man.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 11/January/2024 @ 7:36 am
“That sentence is perfect… except for the errors.”
HaHa! Was that a mistake? 🙂
» Posted By John McCrarey On 10/January/2024 @ 7:43 am
«« Back To Stats PageKev, that sentence is perfect unless you are talking about the missing semi-colon after motorbikes and the failure to place a comma after access.
Ah, I was being facetious about the trespassing. She was very friendly even before the cookies.
Tiny Cunt is in the first picture–the guy with the towel on his head giving instructions to the group. The guy in the green shirt is Captain Prickhard.
» Posted By John McCrarey On 10/January/2024 @ 6:23 am