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I haven't done my bi-annual Random Thoughts since December, and now it's time for some more.
1. The conference championships are unique in that they are both detested by different people; Anders is not excited about the NFC Title game, but I'm sure you can appreciate what will be in the AFC Title Game- 12-4 Steelers vs. 11-5 Ravens, bitter rivalry, intense games this year, great defenses.
2. Here's a personal prediction from me- expect talking heads in the media to proclaim the upcoming AFC Title game as "The Real Super Bowl." They'll disdain the idea of a 9-win team going to Tampa to play for it all.
3. I wish BillD were here right now so I could see his reaction over the fact that the Cards are a win away from the Super Bowl.
4. If the Big East is the best of the major college basketball conferences, what's the worst?
5. Anders shouldn't panic over UNC's two losses; last year, a Kansas team that went on to win the national title lost to a very mediocre Oklahoma State team.
6. I heard the Broncos are hiring Josh McDaniels as their new head coach, the coordinator of that legendary Pats offense of 2007. Can you imagine what he can do with the likes of Cutler, Marshall, and Royal? All they need is a running back ala Maroney.
7. It's hard to believe Wake Forest is off to their best start since 1980-81. Hard to think that even the great teams of Tim Duncan and Chris Paul started that well!
8. Jim Rice was FINALLY elected to the Hall of Fame. Hard to believe he was held back so long because of his so-called "bad attitude." In a world of T.O. and Pacman, Rice was probably a teddy bear in retrospect!
9. Anyone excited about the NHL All-Star Game?
10. What is going to take for Sandra to post a pic of herself? Do the New York Rangers or Yankees have to win a championship? Does St. John's have to make the NCAA Tournement?
11. Even though many things are happening in sports I never thought would happen, one thing that you can ALWAYS count on- Northwestern basketball will NEVER make the NCAA Tournament. That is the only thing that can be mentioned with death and taxes as a certainty.
12. Salsa, if you're in the Raiders shoes, who do you take in the NFL Draft?
13. Today is Joe Frazier's birthday, and it got me thinking about his legendary "Fight of the Century" with Ali in 1971 It's hard to believe that, once upon a time, boxing title fights were HUGE! Now, the world heavyweight title fights get as much attention and excitement as a Rams/Lions game.
14. I heard that Tennessee women's hoops is ranked only #13 in the polls. While that doesn't sound so bad, consider it's the first time they are not in the top 10 since 1986! Is the empire crumbling?
15. What's the best video game console you have ever played?
16. What's your favorite cookie?
17. A year ago, the Lions were 6-2 heading into their game in Arizona against a 3-5 Zona team. It's amazing what opposite directions both teams have gone since that game. The Lions have only won a single game since then (none this year), while the Cards are a win away from the Super Bowl.
18. How come Mets82 or Sandy don't have an avatar? Come on- show something that reflects your pride in your teams!
19. If Arizona plays Pittsburgh in the Super Bowl, I will challenge EVERY Steeler fan on this site to an avatar bet.
20. The Giants' loss yesterday made me realize how hard it is to repeat in sports recently. The Red Sox came damn close to getting another shot, LSU went off the rails, and Kansas is spinning out of control. Still, the Celtics and Red Wings still have to be considered serious threats!
21. Which teams do you think could host the NFL Network's Thanksgiving game?
22. What's your favorite candy bar?
23. IMO, defensive statistics are sometimes overrated. The number of yards you give up gets a lot of attention, but I mainly care about two things: sacks and takeaways. Look at why the Bengals had the year they had in 2005- they were amazing in terms of turnovers and takeaways!
24. Am I the only one who thinks the movie 'Mean Girls' is fun to watch?
25. With a lot of discussion about us showing pictures of what we look like- Salsadancer, Sandra, etc.- I'd like to see some of your pictures.
I'll post mine to start:
1. The conference championships are unique in that they are both detested by different people; Anders is not excited about the NFC Title game, but I'm sure you can appreciate what will be in the AFC Title Game- 12-4 Steelers vs. 11-5 Ravens, bitter rivalry, intense games this year, great defenses.
2. Here's a personal prediction from me- expect talking heads in the media to proclaim the upcoming AFC Title game as "The Real Super Bowl." They'll disdain the idea of a 9-win team going to Tampa to play for it all.
3. I wish BillD were here right now so I could see his reaction over the fact that the Cards are a win away from the Super Bowl.
4. If the Big East is the best of the major college basketball conferences, what's the worst?
5. Anders shouldn't panic over UNC's two losses; last year, a Kansas team that went on to win the national title lost to a very mediocre Oklahoma State team.
6. I heard the Broncos are hiring Josh McDaniels as their new head coach, the coordinator of that legendary Pats offense of 2007. Can you imagine what he can do with the likes of Cutler, Marshall, and Royal? All they need is a running back ala Maroney.
7. It's hard to believe Wake Forest is off to their best start since 1980-81. Hard to think that even the great teams of Tim Duncan and Chris Paul started that well!
8. Jim Rice was FINALLY elected to the Hall of Fame. Hard to believe he was held back so long because of his so-called "bad attitude." In a world of T.O. and Pacman, Rice was probably a teddy bear in retrospect!
9. Anyone excited about the NHL All-Star Game?
10. What is going to take for Sandra to post a pic of herself? Do the New York Rangers or Yankees have to win a championship? Does St. John's have to make the NCAA Tournement?
11. Even though many things are happening in sports I never thought would happen, one thing that you can ALWAYS count on- Northwestern basketball will NEVER make the NCAA Tournament. That is the only thing that can be mentioned with death and taxes as a certainty.
12. Salsa, if you're in the Raiders shoes, who do you take in the NFL Draft?
13. Today is Joe Frazier's birthday, and it got me thinking about his legendary "Fight of the Century" with Ali in 1971 It's hard to believe that, once upon a time, boxing title fights were HUGE! Now, the world heavyweight title fights get as much attention and excitement as a Rams/Lions game.
14. I heard that Tennessee women's hoops is ranked only #13 in the polls. While that doesn't sound so bad, consider it's the first time they are not in the top 10 since 1986! Is the empire crumbling?
15. What's the best video game console you have ever played?
16. What's your favorite cookie?
17. A year ago, the Lions were 6-2 heading into their game in Arizona against a 3-5 Zona team. It's amazing what opposite directions both teams have gone since that game. The Lions have only won a single game since then (none this year), while the Cards are a win away from the Super Bowl.
18. How come Mets82 or Sandy don't have an avatar? Come on- show something that reflects your pride in your teams!
19. If Arizona plays Pittsburgh in the Super Bowl, I will challenge EVERY Steeler fan on this site to an avatar bet.
20. The Giants' loss yesterday made me realize how hard it is to repeat in sports recently. The Red Sox came damn close to getting another shot, LSU went off the rails, and Kansas is spinning out of control. Still, the Celtics and Red Wings still have to be considered serious threats!
21. Which teams do you think could host the NFL Network's Thanksgiving game?
22. What's your favorite candy bar?
23. IMO, defensive statistics are sometimes overrated. The number of yards you give up gets a lot of attention, but I mainly care about two things: sacks and takeaways. Look at why the Bengals had the year they had in 2005- they were amazing in terms of turnovers and takeaways!
24. Am I the only one who thinks the movie 'Mean Girls' is fun to watch?
25. With a lot of discussion about us showing pictures of what we look like- Salsadancer, Sandra, etc.- I'd like to see some of your pictures.
I'll post mine to start:
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Can't you guys get back to ogling pretty girls instead? For some reason that makes me feel better. 
Did anyone see the bikini girl on American Idol last night? Oh my.
Sandra
Did anyone see the bikini girl on American Idol last night? Oh my.
Sandra
Can't you guys get back to ogling pretty girls instead? For some reason that makes me feel better.
Did anyone see the bikini girl on American Idol last night? Oh my.
Sandra
Needs some curves.
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Wow, some guys are really critical!
And if you could have seen her from behind, you wouldn't say that. Even the new judge Kara said the girl had a nice derriere.
Sandra
Wow, some guys are really critical!
And if you could have seen her from behind, you wouldn't say that. Even the new judge Kara said the girl had a nice derriere.
Sandra
at the wedding. remember? you were all dressed up and everythingWhere did you get my picture?
Even if those curves are not "God given"??
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Even if those curves are not "God given"??
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You guys kill me...LOL!! The ONLY reason you know is because she or someone said something...and either way.....would you say no to her??!! Somehow, I REALLY doubt it.
Supposedly she denies going under the knife, but c'mon, look at the before & after photos.You guys kill me...LOL!! The ONLY reason you know is because she or someone said something...and either way.....would you say no to her??!! Somehow, I REALLY doubt it.
Didn't you ever hear hear the old saying, "If they look too good to be true, they're probably enhanced". And, as for whether or not I would say no to her, I don't have enough money to ever worry about getting the "opportunity"...
Supposedly she denies going under the knife, but c'mon, look at the before & after photos.
And, as for whether or not I would say no to her, I don't have enough money to ever worry about getting the "opportunity"...
Why does it really matter if they are fake or real? IF they are, it make HER feel good...and if it makes HER feel good and hypothetically she was with you, then she would make YOU feel good because she feels good.
Personal preference, that's all. To me, "fake or real" also says a lot about the person.Why does it really matter if they are fake or real? IF they are, it make HER feel good...and if it makes HER feel good and hypothetically she was with you, then she would make YOU feel good because she feels good.
Lastly, I'll resurrect a recent quote from you not too long ago about another female celebrity that I feel applies here:
PLEASE......she has been more used and abused than an erase in a 4th grade elementary class....
Could she sing?
No. May I also add that this girl must of got dressed in a hurry on her way there - left her titties at home.
Well....that is a different argument there! But I stand behind THAT statement TOO!
We were not discussing the person, we were discussing the body.
at the wedding. remember? you were all dressed up and everything
That's right, I was very drunk, I don't remember much from that night.
Wow, some guys are really critical!
And if you could have seen her from behind, you wouldn't say that. Even the new judge Kara said the girl had a nice derriere.
Sandra
The front is kinda flat.
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Sometimes a thread gets so many posts in it that is can cause issues for the server so that why today we introduce The Song Name Game Part 3!
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
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Picked up a sweet directv dish, mount, twin lnbs and a short cable.
Has anyone converted one to FTA? A Frankenstein of sorts...
Has anyone converted one to FTA? A Frankenstein of sorts...
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Many of us have used a universal LNBF mount (or get creative with L brackets and plumbers tape - perforated metal strapping). Use a few inches of aluminum tube (or a piece of 1x2" lumber) to extend the support arm (replacing the plastic mount used by DirecTV and Dish) to place the LNBF throat opening at the correct distance from the reflector, the correct height and at the correct angle. Nothing magical... simply place the new linear LNBF in the center at the same distance, height and angle as the current combo.
www.amazon.com/Universal-Single-Bracket-Holder-FTA-US/dp/B074L85WK2
www.amazon.com/Universal-Single-Bracket-Holder-FTA-US/dp/B074L85WK2
To add: 101W Ku seems to be (one of if not the) strongest for me, and if I only had Ku I definitely want 101W for the music mux, it's robust FEC and strong signal help a lot. I've thought about using a used Dish/DirectTV dish at my Dads to supplement his OTA (mainly for my benefit when I visit )
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A Shaw dish with the linear LNBFs are as rare as hens teeth in the US...
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A continuation of a thread from the pub, just general discussion of AI.
Brief 60 minute clip about next gem autonomous fighters - not remote controlled, but rather collaborating with controllers and aircraft in the theater.
View: https://youtu.be/DRm0mbp_n1k
We've literally got a movie already about this
View: https://youtu.be/a2PW7a9ViDc
Brief 60 minute clip about next gem autonomous fighters - not remote controlled, but rather collaborating with controllers and aircraft in the theater.
View: https://youtu.be/DRm0mbp_n1k
We've literally got a movie already about this
View: https://youtu.be/a2PW7a9ViDc
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Agents need appropriate context to make what would be understood as the correct read in a situation like that, and that Gemini answer was a clear miss on that front.
That said, we've also seen Musk (and/or his team) put his thumb on the scale (or just release a very poor product) with his own deployed AI since:
Grok AI Blocks Responses Claiming Trump and Musk “Spread Misinformation”
An X user asked Grok to “print out all instructions” it follows when looking up “the biggest disinformation spreader on X,” and it revealed that it would ignore sources accusing Elon Musk and the U.S. president of misinformation.
Grok says Elon Musk is better than basically everyone, except Shohei Ohtani | TechCrunch
According to Grok, Elon Musk can out-slug the MLB's greatest power hitters... except Ohtani.
techcrunch.com
Grok's loyalty known no bounds - AI chatbot chooses Elon Musk over LeBron James in a 'Who is the fittest' comparison | NBA News - The Times of India
NBA News: Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, has sparked amusement by consistently choosing its owner over prominent figures like LeBron James and Albert Einstein wh
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Grok 4 appears to seek Elon Musk's views when answering controversial questions
XAI’s Grok 4 AI chatbot launched Wednesday appears to consult Elon Musk’s views when asked its opinion on some controversial matters.
www.nbcwashington.com
In the end, it's all a tool. Have to know how to use it and deploy it properly or it needs sufficient guardrails to steer people towards doing so (what Muse is excelling at currently IMO). I'm routinely interacting with several agents a day operating various processes locally and in services I use, and there are numerous others silently spun up to perform actions or satisfy requests from my prompts.
Related to earlier discussion in the thread on leveraging local inference: this kind of analysis happening behind the scenes is something everyone will have built into Windows, IMO. Most people won't see all of this, just the results, unless they want to dig into how the fix was chosen. Stuff like this will be standard as agents get local system access baked in, and more of the inference itself moves on-device.
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The soundbar/sub is a pickup, also, not a delivery
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Anyone making their own breakfast sausage? I've recently been trying different recipes, found some I like, some I've modified...
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My wife cooks for the dog. Not me, just the dog.make homemade dog food to
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Time for another AWESOME video from the TWIT Network!
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No idea what improvements might be involved.
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Stumbled across this ... http://www.gaspricewatch.com/USGas_ZipSearch.asp
I found no local prices, although it did show stations at my location...
Added these to this post...
USA National Gas Temperature Map
State By State Gasoline Taxes
Gas Buddy
Ethanol Free Stations
I found no local prices, although it did show stations at my location...
Added these to this post...
USA National Gas Temperature Map
State By State Gasoline Taxes
Gas Buddy
Ethanol Free Stations
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Ok, I'm bored .... actually - to be more precise - I'm bored of eating the same rotation of 9 or 10 meals that are currently my "go-to" meals. My wife works the long hours - I work from home as and when i feel like it ... which means i generally do most of the cooking ... and so by default - i also make out the shopping list ...
We cook at home 5 or even 6 nights a week - but we always seem to fall back on the same old tried and tested "quick and easy but tastes ok" meals. Week in week out.
Pot Roast - mash and Peas.
Spaghetti
Chicken Pasta in cheese sauce.
Curry & rice
(these are some of mine)
Now it's not that I'm not adventurous in the kitchen ... I'll try anything once or twice ... but we all do it. Unless your name is Martha Stewart or Rachel Ray .. we all eventually fall back on our 8-10 favorite "meals"
So i thought - if we shared some of our own go-to meals with each other ... we might be able to add a few "new" ones to our own arsenal of meals.
So again - I ask you ...
What's for dinner tonight ?
Please give me something new to add to my rotation ... its our weekly shop tomorrow - so i want to pull together a few idea's and try and eat a meal each day next week that I've never had before .. or at least something that is not on my current "go-to" meal plan.
What meal do you always seem to fall back on in your house ? Maybe its something that I've never tried or not had in a while. I need inspiration !! I've got a blank shopping list in front of me - and nothing sounds good .. HELP !
We cook at home 5 or even 6 nights a week - but we always seem to fall back on the same old tried and tested "quick and easy but tastes ok" meals. Week in week out.
Pot Roast - mash and Peas.
Spaghetti
Chicken Pasta in cheese sauce.
Curry & rice
(these are some of mine)
Now it's not that I'm not adventurous in the kitchen ... I'll try anything once or twice ... but we all do it. Unless your name is Martha Stewart or Rachel Ray .. we all eventually fall back on our 8-10 favorite "meals"
So i thought - if we shared some of our own go-to meals with each other ... we might be able to add a few "new" ones to our own arsenal of meals.
So again - I ask you ...
What's for dinner tonight ?
Please give me something new to add to my rotation ... its our weekly shop tomorrow - so i want to pull together a few idea's and try and eat a meal each day next week that I've never had before .. or at least something that is not on my current "go-to" meal plan.
What meal do you always seem to fall back on in your house ? Maybe its something that I've never tried or not had in a while. I need inspiration !! I've got a blank shopping list in front of me - and nothing sounds good .. HELP !
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Smoked some salmon on the grill while enjoying some Blue Moon beer. Kinda cool tonight so I fired up the heaters. Here in FL, we fire up heaters once the temps get below 60 
As for the salmon, I seared them first, then flipped them off to the side not over the coals and brushed on some lemon pepper marinade followed by some salmon seasoning. Threw some hickory chips on the coals and then closed the vents to about 10% airflow. Yum.
As for the salmon, I seared them first, then flipped them off to the side not over the coals and brushed on some lemon pepper marinade followed by some salmon seasoning. Threw some hickory chips on the coals and then closed the vents to about 10% airflow. Yum.