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Bet it's me...
You predate me for sure, sir.
Barbs has been lurking I believe and he has us all beat.
I just took a trip to the admin control panel to verify this because I'm that obsessive, and you're correct, he's the oldest member who's still active.Quote:
Originally Posted by Skiz
By the way, how come we have accounts from 2002 but (as far as I can see) no posts from back then? Were they lost when this was the K-Lite Forum or something? In any case, the fact this place has existed in one form or another for the last 17 years is insane, in a good way.
17 years is a hell of a run, take a bow FST
I thought you were referring to the person's age.Quote:
Originally Posted by j2k4
I used to visit FST for a long time before I registered. Other forums I belonged to have closed down so I ended up here.
That would be bigboab... wherever he is now :(Quote:
Originally Posted by MacGyverSG1
I am thinking now he his is above us looking down from heaven. Speaking to him many times he really enjoyed posting in the Game Section here and his other passion was playing pool at a local pub (I think darts as well, and maybe a few pints with his son :happy:)... Him being the oldest or not, he was a really nice guy and Rest his Soul very well liked and respected, and missed, i will say especially from me;)Quote:
Originally Posted by anon
Pretty sure he was above the sorry likes of us even before he (possibly) died.Quote:
Originally Posted by shaina
That is an Interesting thought Idol, especially from a guy who disliked the "Word" section, it is actually quite nice:happy:Quote:
Originally Posted by IdolEyes787
I am thinking that you finally visited the Wizard of Oz and received a new heart, lets see how long this one lasts before it needs replacement:whistling
As i can't repeat it enough, i myself thought he was a really nice guy......
Boab was a sterling person all around.
I miss the old days, I surely do - been on a nostalgia trip the last week or so; circumstances have contrived to drop certain people right in my lap...it's enough to make me suspicious.
Got a PM from Mathea just now, too.
Anyone so inclined, say some prayers for our buddy Clocker, who is ailing; when I touch base with him I'll mention FST, see if he wants to poke around a bit.
I'd love to hear about/from anyone anyone else...
This thread was at four pages before the recent server crash wiped out everything from the last week. From memory, Barbarossa answered the titular question, and Adster, DanB, lilmiss and Mathea had dropped by to say hello. :)
Wishing all the best for clocker here, every single post of his I've read indicated he was a top-notch fellow.
I'm sorry to hear about Clocker.
All my best and respect to Clocker. He's the best of us-- certainly not much of a benchmark considering, but would be among the best even among non-criminals and Canadians.
I will pass wishes along to him and try to get him in here to post. :)
Sorry to hear we lost a bunch of postage - hope they all hit this thread again soon...
I am touched by yall's concerns and opinions but would like to remind you that all my health issues were brought on by my own devices (actually, vices) and I have no regrets.
Ironically, after enthusiastically smoking (both weed and non-filtered cigarettes) for over 55 years, t'was an unrelated blood cell cancer that is trying to bring me low.
There is no known cause and no known cure, so it's just a waiting game.
Thankfully, there is no pain and the chemo is relatively benign, so whatever the endgame may be, I probably won't suffer.
I now have more time than ever to waste on the internet and since my physical condition has gone to hell- meaning I no longer work much on cars- my main hobby is cooking.
I take a lot of steroids and my they amp up my appetite although ironically my weight has dropped to an all time low.
But enough of my curtailed and pathetic existence...it was a pleasure to hear from Kev (with whom I've maintained tenuous contact) and surprising to see that FST is still around.
I still pirate material like a fiend although these days the process is so much easier (we all remember Kazaa, right?) and the choices so much more extensive that it's hard to compare the olden days to now.
I used to live on this (and several other) forum but rarely (read: "never") visit them today.
I was shocked that my auto log in was still functional...
^^thar he blows...^^
Heya clocker. Just wanted to send you some love. I’m sorry to hear about everything. Glad Kev got in touch and you came by (and glad I caught ya <3 )
You’re cooking lots? Any favorite recipes? (Bonus if they’re pressure cooker or slow cooker ones)
Thanks, I'm accepting all the love that comes my way.
As far as recipes go...
I've discovered that techniques are more important/interesting than recipes themselves.
Sorry, but I haven't a slow cooker or a pressure unit, either.
Sous vide is an interesting technique I've used for steaks and fish and that's kinda close.
(You don't need all the equipment to get started- although it makes things a lot easier- just a digital thermometer, a way to boil water and some patience)
However, here are a few recipes I like (and pulled off successfully...)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2JYub2JxoDo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5bYP2NlAf4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qmt9rup6_I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIErqYP8KNU&t=17s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppWes-LjFes
A few caveats:
-All the steroids I take have not only amped up my appetite but totally screwed with my taste buds. Stuff I used to love is no longer appetizing at all and I tend to favor savory over sweet.
-"Eating healthy" is no longer a concern. High cholesterol isn't what going to kill me, so I don't give a fuck. Bring on the butter, lard, panchetta...whatever. YMMV.
-I've discovered that many Youtube videos just don't work as advertised or taste as "amazing" as billed. Follow the above recipes exactly, they work and taste great.
All that said, my absolute favorite food these days- one I make at least once a week- is grilled cheese sandwiches and Progresso tomato/basil soup.
I mix up the cheese mixture- gruyere, cheddar and brie tastes great and melts well, but use whatever is on hand- and use brioche bread.
The trick is low and slow heat. At first I was using too hot a pan and the bread was getting done long before the cheese melted. Use lots of butter (ghee works best) and low heat...it takes five or seven minutes per side.
Once the cheese starts oozing, if the bread isn't as browned as you'd like, you can always up the heat to finish.
It is the food of the gods.
If I got off track, sorry...but you did ask.
I haven’t tried sous vide, but it looks intriguing (and intimidating). I’m definitely open to trying it.
And thanks for recipes, I’m always game to try something new (and my kiddo has an amazing palate so I try to encourage that as well)
I started making grilled cheese w mayo instead of butter, which sounded horrifying but is actually delicious.
Sous vide is stupid simple, be ye not scared. There are dozens of youtube vids that will acquaint you with the process...start with something low stakes and cheap, like burgers, and see how it goes. It's almost impossible to screw up and I now use it exclusively on good steaks.
I've tried the mayo instead of butter hack and yeah, it doesn't taste obviously gross and it does brown well, but I don't see any decided advantage and since I don't use mayo on anything else, I stopped using it.
Try using ricotta instead of mayo in tuna, egg or potato salad. It's an excellent binder, doesn't have mayo's slightly greasy mouth feel and best of all, doesn't spoil in heat like mayo does.
This means you can take it on picnics without fear of food poisoning your family.
Unless that's the goal, in which case bring on the Hellman's.
By the way, here's another recipe that's very simple and surprisingly delicious...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yB10tnzHGXE
Cabbage just transforms with heat.
I've only served this as a side but a big enough slab would make a fine vegetarian main course.
And, as a bonus, here's a desert that is very middle eastern and the easiest yet...slice an orange into disks and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon. That's it. It's light, refreshing, probably good for you and remarkably tasty, much better than you'd expect.
How can you argue with a dessert that takes 10 seconds to prepare?
Oooh I’m absolutely going to try the ricotta next grocery shopping!
I just noticed Steve's 170-odd posts in front of me...
Nope, ain't got it in me.
There was a time I'd have caught him in a day.
Well, maybe not a day...
Jumping jacks are out...push-ups...no...
Maybe bourbon...
Yup, that was it...
Hey, where's Bigglesworth?
JP?
Lamsey?
Weemouse?
Echo much in here?
How about all you people I'm forgetting?
Any of you about?
If I don't know you, you're to blame, because I haven't been here...
Very cool to see retired staff still posting and can't believe this has been around since 2002. That's my mirc days.
I collect things to retire from.
I've retired from the same job twice a few different times.
Confused?
Me. too.
Time marches on doesn’t it? Sorry to hear you’re not doing well Clocker. I hope we keep hearing from you as I’ve always enjoyed your help and discussions.
༼ つ ◕_◕ ༽つ TAKE MY ENERGY! ༼ つ ◕_◕ ༽つ
Skiz!
I just talked to that Clocker fella.
Stories and stuffs were told.
So...no one else, eh?
Well, my mom says hello and sends her best, if that counts?
Absolutely.
Give her a hug from me...I adore her, and you can tell her that. ;)
Just a hug?? How about a kiss?? Especially if she is hot:naughty:Quote:
Originally Posted by j2k4
Married, here - traditional specie.Quote:
Originally Posted by shainaJust a hug?? How about a kiss?? Especially if she is hot:naughty:Quote:
Originally Posted by j2k4
Gotta make hugs count extra.
Hey now so am i, and i never said anything about having man on top get it over with quick sex with her...I should have hinted like you did mention a great grope hug and small little peck on the lips, and then go home throw the kids out of the house to play outside and have a quickie with the better half:)... I am thinking you got a better shot j2k4, i have been happily married so long it doesn't work anymore :noes:Quote:
Originally Posted by j2k4
Having women throw themselves at me is old hat, so I decided long ago to abandon myself to the hugs.
I'm borderline famous for my hugs, and women are willing to compete for them, instead.
Great hugs are great, and they don't leave me wanting.
:)Quote:
Originally Posted by j2k4
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No, no, not like that, geez...
She was quite pleased and sends some back to ya
:thumbsup:
Well, here's a bit of an update...
I spent four days in hospital with a collapsed lung.
The weird part is that I did not know how dire the situation was- it took a near hysterical pulmonologist to get me to the ER because I thought I just had fluid buildup again.
In fact, I felt surprisingly normal, so as it turns out, the last person to ask about my health is me.
Subsequent tests show everything back to (my) normal and breathing is so much improved (amazing what TWO FUCKING lungs will do...) that I've not used oxygen for nearly a week now.
No telling what the next medical disaster will be. I look forward to finding out as well as getting the inevitable mountain of medical bills from this last procedure.
I'm sure they will be hilariously unpayable.
Meanwhile, I continue to cook.
Recently discovered burrata. Used it in a mashup of a bloody mary (no vodka), shrimp, homemede croutons and burrata. Sounds weird, and it was experimental, but turned out delicious.
With a bit of tweaking, I'd make it again.
A neighbor is going out of town and dropped off a bunch of avocados that would spoil in her absence, so I whipped up a big batch of guac to nosh on.
Here's a tip I discovered and actually works...
To keep the top of your guac from turning brown, smooth the surface and pour about 1/4" of water on top. The water keeps oxygen from the mixture and pours off when desired with no residue or ill effect.
Try it, it works.
So, other than searching out new recipes to try as I await my body's inevitable betrayal, not much is going on.
Great.
Now I've craving guacamole...