A fashion board in which sometimes we'll remember to post spoiler warnings

[Sidd Finch]

Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

very cool- but I thought the "shoot out," or whatever this is, is an NHL thing.

Wasn't it a penalty shot?

[Sidd Finch]

Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

why annually? you're rich right? do you fuck once every 3 months?

Because there are a lot of good restaurants here, and because we're too busy fucking.

[Mmmm, Burger (C.J.)]

Originally Posted by Sidd Finch

Wasn't it a penalty shot?

As part of a shootout. That's why at the end of the clip the guy for the other team is setting up.

Hank -- it's used internationally too, I think before the NHL adopted it.

[dtb]

Originally Posted by Shape Shifter

I saw that and it does sound good. The rest of their website sells bacon-flavored salt and something they call "baconnaise." A pretty good idea, actually. And it's certified kosher! http://www.jdfoods.net/products/kosher.php

What a relief! Now I don't need to throw out the case I bought.

Thanks, man.

[dtb]

Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

why annually? you're rich right? do you fuck once every 3 months?

PM me.

[baltassoc]

Originally Posted by notcasesensitive

Anyone done any foreign language podcasts from iTunes? Just wanting to brush up on French a bit (trip is booked!) and I'm not willing to part with the $250 for Rosetta Stone's French III.

French TV on the web:
www.tf1.fr

News in particular (which is sometimes easier to follow than other programs):
http://tf1.lci.fr/infos/jt-tf1/

Podcast of news in easy French:
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/M...t?id=114146117

[Icky Thump]

Originally Posted by Replaced_Texan

This particular vehicle has been through three major wrecks, a couple of minor ones, has been stolen twice, and has been the primary vehicle for at least five separate people. It probably could use a paint job, and the A/C finally needs to be replaced, but it runs like a charm, and the gas milage is supposedly better than the newer models. It's a workhorse.

Except you'll have to go to Mad Max for parts.

[Icky Thump]

Originally Posted by Hank Chinaski

how long ago? it has changed quite a bit since introduction (10 years ago?) I'm stuck with Chrysler- at least for the next month- but the 300 is a great car, given my restrictions. The windows aren't tiny, and I have no problems with handling- note- for a supposed "big car" anyone who gets stuck sitting behind me bitches like mad.

I pray you never get hit from the side:

http://www.iihs.org/ratings/ratingsbyseries.aspx?id=533

[Icky Thump]

Originally Posted by John Phoenix

Could you give some additional details? How many people do you want to put in it? What will you be doing with it? A simple replacement for the current Taurus? Or more of the do-it-all family mobile?

If you're talking American only, and want something along the lines of your Taurus, I'd suggest:

1) Pontiac G8 (especially the GXP): 415 HP and a 6 speed manual in a family-sized car.

2) Cadillac CTS: 305 HP (on regular unleaded!), looks good, comfortable inside, big enough for a family.

3) Chevy Malibu: a modern counterpart to your Taurus, but way nicer.

4) Ford Taurus: it's back, and will look totally different than what you have now. Wait for the 2010 model, which is redesigned from the current model.

5) Ford Fusion: probably a bit smaller than the others, but looks pretty good, and is reported to handle really well. If memory serves correctly, it's based on a Mazda platform that's received rave reviews for handling. I wouldn't be surprised if you could get a real bargain on a 2009, as the 2010 version has been redone completely. If you go with the 2010 model, check out the hybrid - 41 mpg in the city.

6) Lincoln MKZ: really nice inside, and air conditioned seats! Every car should have air conditioned seats. I drove a rented one on a long straight highway drive, so I have no idea of how it handles. Rides nicely though.

7) Chrysler 300: I had one as a rental car recently. Looks good outside, big inside. Mine was a rental with ~45,000 miles, so I can't really comment on how a new one would feel inside.

Honda Accord or Toyota Camry. Two cars built well in America.

[Tyrone Slothrop]

The new pro basketball team (NBA minor league, whatever it's called now) in Portland, Maine, will be named the Red Claws. I'm sure there are worse names for sports franchises, but I can't think of any just now.

[Did you just call me Coltrane?]

Originally Posted by Tyrone Slothrop

The new pro basketball team (NBA minor league, whatever it's called now) in Portland, Maine, will be named the Red Claws. I'm sure there are worse names for sports franchises, but I can't think of any just now.

Vagina Dentatas.

That would be worse.

[Greedy,Greedy,Greedy]

Someone here (Not Bob?) was hot on Niko Case. She's Amazon's download deal of the day, so for today Niko's cheap.

[Fugee]

Originally Posted by Did you just call me Coltrane?

Vagina Dentatas.

That would be worse.

Oh, that reminded me of a "stupid nephew" story from my last gabfest with the girlz. Guys may want to skip this or cross your legs! Per Adder, this warning is too mild. Guys, read this at your own risk.


Warning space.



More warning space.





My friend's 18yo nephew was staying with her and called her at work to come take him to the emergency room because he "ripped his penis" & it was bleeding. He gave her some bogus-sounding story about a too small condom & sex with his GF. He ended up getting 17 stiches near the tip. (That makes even me wince.) We concluded either it was a case of vagina dentata or there was a piercing involved, either in GF's Brazilia or a tongue piercing. Or maybe the GF had braces.

[Adder]

Originally Posted by Fugee

Oh, that reminded me of a "stupid nephew" story from my last gabfest with the girlz. Guys may want to skip this or cross your legs!

You warning is far too mild. Ack!

[Pretty Little Flower]

Originally Posted by Greedy,Greedy,Greedy

Someone here (Not Bob?) was hot on Niko Case. She's Amazon's download deal of the day, so for today Niko's cheap.

Neko, not Niko. Manfred, not Not Bob.

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