"Carl's Lounge" (Off-Topic Discussion, Traditional Knife "Tales & Vignettes")

JohnDF said:
We had very good seats and I had the time of my life rooting for my team in person.
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Really glad you got to go and had a great time John. :thumbsup: I've got to see the Panthers play a few times Charlotte is only about 125 miles from here so distance isn't a deterrent but the price of tickets is. :eek:Love to go just can't do it often.
 
r redden said:
Really glad you got to go and had a great time John. :thumbsup: I've got to see the Panthers play a few times Charlotte is only about 125 miles from here so distance isn't a deterrent but the price of tickets is. :eek:Love to go just can't do it often.
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Must have been nice to see them beat the Saints to finish the year strong.
 
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Gevonovich said:
I am not a doctor and will answer no questions or comments, but this is one of the best, easy, and straight forward I've found after having made the deep dive following my second heart attack and open heart surgery. Do your own research . If it saves even one of my brothers or sisters then my heart will soar.


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Little pebbles sometimes cause avalanches....

It has been 4 months since Gev dropped this little pebble here in this thread. It started my avalanche. I am 50 pounds lighter (yes, fifty), exercising moderately but regularly, eating much more healthfully than I have in decades, and have significantly reduced my alcohol consumption. I've got a ways to go before I reach my ideal goal weight and fitness level, but the progress I have seen already is remarkable, especially considering I am over 60.

It is amazing how a commitment to change, followed by actual actions can create a virtuous circle of improvements - where a small success motivates the next one, and all it takes is consistency and the patience to stick with things until they generate results.

I know this is the time of year for "resolutions." I am passing on the pebble. Feel free to start your own avalanche. If you are still above ground, it's never too late.
 
jc57 said:
Little pebbles sometimes cause avalanches....

It has been 4 months since Gev dropped this little pebble here in this thread. It started my avalanche. I am 50 pounds lighter (yes, fifty), exercising moderately but regularly, eating much more healthfully than I have in decades, and have significantly reduced my alcohol consumption. I've got a ways to go before I reach my ideal goal weight and fitness level, but the progress I have seen already is remarkable, especially considering I am over 60.

It is amazing how a commitment to change, followed by actual actions can create a virtuous circle of improvements - where a small success motivates the next one, and all it takes is consistency and the patience to stick with things until they generate results.

I know this is the time of year for "resolutions." I am passing on the pebble. Feel free to start your own avalanche. If you are still above ground, it's never too late.
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Outstanding John! Congratulations on the "new" you ;)

When you make lifestyle changes like that it is all about the "little victories" keeping your spirit and motivation positive :D Eventually all of those little victories add up and one day you wake up and realize you're winning the battle :thumbsup:
 
jc57 said:
Little pebbles sometimes cause avalanches....

It has been 4 months since Gev dropped this little pebble here in this thread. It started my avalanche. I am 50 pounds lighter (yes, fifty), exercising moderately but regularly, eating much more healthfully than I have in decades, and have significantly reduced my alcohol consumption. I've got a ways to go before I reach my ideal goal weight and fitness level, but the progress I have seen already is remarkable, especially considering I am over 60.

It is amazing how a commitment to change, followed by actual actions can create a virtuous circle of improvements - where a small success motivates the next one, and all it takes is consistency and the patience to stick with things until they generate results.

I know this is the time of year for "resolutions." I am passing on the pebble. Feel free to start your own avalanche. If you are still above ground, it's never too late.
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Well done John - actually that is pretty incredible! - :) :thumbsup:
 
jc57 said:
Little pebbles sometimes cause avalanches....

It has been 4 months since Gev dropped this little pebble here in this thread. It started my avalanche. I am 50 pounds lighter (yes, fifty), exercising moderately but regularly, eating much more healthfully than I have in decades, and have significantly reduced my alcohol consumption. I've got a ways to go before I reach my ideal goal weight and fitness level, but the progress I have seen already is remarkable, especially considering I am over 60.

It is amazing how a commitment to change, followed by actual actions can create a virtuous circle of improvements - where a small success motivates the next one, and all it takes is consistency and the patience to stick with things until they generate results.

I know this is the time of year for "resolutions." I am passing on the pebble. Feel free to start your own avalanche. If you are still above ground, it's never too late.
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Excellent, John !! What fantastic progress :):thumbsup: !!! Ivor is a godsend with his work, interviews, and research. Your journey is more proof and what a joy to hear ! Your post makes my heart smile with bliss :D

"Avalanche" I love it ! So motivating. Thank You, my friend :)

Give you beautiful cat a kiss for me :thumbsup:
 
jc57 said:
Little pebbles sometimes cause avalanches....

It has been 4 months since Gev dropped this little pebble here in this thread. It started my avalanche. I am 50 pounds lighter (yes, fifty), exercising moderately but regularly, eating much more healthfully than I have in decades, and have significantly reduced my alcohol consumption. I've got a ways to go before I reach my ideal goal weight and fitness level, but the progress I have seen already is remarkable, especially considering I am over 60.

It is amazing how a commitment to change, followed by actual actions can create a virtuous circle of improvements - where a small success motivates the next one, and all it takes is consistency and the patience to stick with things until they generate results.

I know this is the time of year for "resolutions." I am passing on the pebble. Feel free to start your own avalanche. If you are still above ground, it's never too late.
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Congratulations! That is awesome. I need to get my own avalanche started. It is very hard to start (at least for me).
 
Gev's inclusion of a video prompted me to do some reflection, reading and then I bought the book. I've not lost much weight and I'm still a heavyish drinker but I've found better sleep and energy levels which have made a considerable difference. My main problem is chronic stress and continual antagonisms at work which stimulates certain responses, drinking & eating amongst them. Much that ails people is simply habit, recognizing it is a step but tackling it is not easy.

Certainly, since abolishing bread (more or less) biscuits (cookies) I've felt far better inside, no bloating, stomach pains and other unpleasant aftereffects:D Time to redouble my efforts, :D
 
On new Years Day I decided to upgrade my knife storage from a wood box full of knives in disarray. I decided on knife rolls and posted here in the lounge for recommendations for good quality brands of knife rolls and immediately got responses recommending two brands Sack Ups and Hickory Hill. I went on line and decided to buy one each. I bought the largest capacity I could find in each a 60 knife Hickory Hill and an 18 knife Sack Ups. I was able to find them at BF registered dealers I try to support them as they support our community and you don't have to worry about knock-offs. They both have arrived one on Friday and one this morning. I filled them up with 78 knives and they both are very good rolls but for me I like the Sack Ups best I won't bore you with specs but the Sack Ups have better sized pouches for the knifes and I like the fact each knife slides into it's own pouch I just wish they had a 60 knife or so option but I can live with multiple bags they are that good IMO. So I'm going to order 3 more right now.:D

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r redden said:
On new Years Day I decided to upgrade my knife storage from a wood box full of knives in disarray. I decided on knife rolls and posted here in the lounge for recommendations for good quality brands of knife rolls and immediately got responses recommending two brands Sack Ups and Hickory Hill. I went on line and decided to buy one each. I bought the largest capacity I could find in each a 60 knife Hickory Hill and an 18 knife Sack Ups. I was able to find them at BF registered dealers I try to support them as they support our community and you don't have to worry about knock-offs. They both have arrived one on Friday and one this morning. I filled them up with 78 knives and they both are very good rolls but for me I like the Sack Ups best I won't bore you with specs but the Sack Ups have better sized pouches for the knifes and I like the fact each knife slides into it's own pouch I just wish they had a 60 knife or so option but I can live with multiple bags they are that good IMO. So I'm going to order 3 more right now.:D

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Those look really good Randy :) :thumbsup:
 
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