Folks, last Sunday my home burned. I was home, along with my baby boy Odie. He was the sweetest pup. I don’t have a lot of words right now. I worked so hard for 12 years on this house (and on that pup.) I just needed to share. I love you all. I hope you have a happy holiday season. I’m living with my parents until things get worked out. I have clothing, roof over my head and food. I’m thankful. But I am still lost and a bit numb. Sorry for the sad post.
.....here are two pics I just iPotato'd of the Buick in all of its living room sofa glory. I love it. Y'all, my boss takes forever to make a decision and it could be a while until I know if I will get it or not. But, WOULD YOU JUST LOOK AT THIS!?!
It's easy. It's got a "Mark all notifications read" thingy! And, when I have notifications, they show up on my tab on Chrome! HUZZAH!
Spending a week with the family at Topsail Island NC! For all the bike riders here, my pace and my time will be up this week. Lol. Feels so good to ride on something other than grueling hills!
I’ll be here all week and useless most of the time. So, not much different than normal. 
......to buy a running, driving, passes inspection, air conditioning doesn’t work 2005 Buick LeSabre for $800. It’s incredibly clean and only has 89k miles on it. I’m super tempted. I miss my boaty mcboatface cars. Anyone have any words of warning about these?? 3.8 litre non supercharged.
Boss man decided not to wholesale the Buick. He's going to fix the air and retail it. Which, with current inventory levels, makes sense. I get it. But I have big boaty floaty hole inside me now. I hope it sells quickly. I don't want to look at it every day.
@hooker I should add that the overwhelming support from my community has been incredible. It’s just insane right now.
@foghat1981 said in Sad Hooker things:
Aw dang dude. I’m so sorry to hear this. Insurance and community support can help get you a new place and things but….your pup :(. You’ll be in my thoughts man.
Odie. He was the wonderpup. He was also an ass. I hate typing “was”.
@jminer I'm not crying. You're crying. This is beautiful and I'm excited! Thank you again!
@just-jeepin said in Job happenings (potential):
Benefits are huge. You need to at least investigate their package. You never know when something worse medically might hit.
You’re in an ideal negotiating position: you don’t actually need to leave your current job. Take advantage of it, see what they’re offering, and enjoy being in that position of power.
I never really thought about it like that! Power.....hmmmmm. I like power. But in all seriousness, I guess I am in that position? I don't NEED them. So, I can swing for the fences and if they don't bite, well, I will stay where I know I am happy.
@LimitedTimeOnly said in So you like fire engines…:
@Hooker needs to add one of these to the family collection.
I mean, I will mention it to my dad, but we'd have to build a bigger garage.......Hmmmm.......Sounds like a perfect excuse to do so!
But why is it way2blu? Couldn't resist. Great write-up!
@just-jeepin Those Power Wagon chassis were quite robust! I would love to have that as a companion to one of our big boys like a Squad 51 type thing. I don't think my dad will go for it though!
@streetsofperth said in Wagons, come get yer wagons (and bonus fire truck):
@hooker Hi, good to see that you're still around. I figured you wouldn't have been too active on here after the fire. I hope things are improving, though it sounds like they are. The new job sounds interesting. Looking forward to hearing about it.
I am so tickled! House things are still complicated mess. BUT! New job things soften that blow a bit! I'll update as soon as I am settled!
@streetsofperth said in Wagons, come get yer wagons (and bonus fire truck):
@just-jeepin Nice wagons. I believe it was @Hooker who used to post about fire trucks, though I may be mistaken.
That is accurate! Hi! I am still here. I just haven't been active a lot. House fire things, contractor things and soon, new job things! It's been an interesting two months! I will update all on the new job soon. I am excite!
@snakesm13 said in Carfax Request - pretty please!:
@hooker I'm doing well. Glad to hear you are getting taken care of, I bet mom's home cooking is a welcomed unforeseen benefit!
Ya got that right! I do a lot of the dishes which is FINE BY ME!
@snakesm13 said in Carfax Request - pretty please!:
@hooker is the man! How have you been doing?
I am alive and well so far! The insurance company is taking really good care of me (semi surprisingly) Heritage Insurance for all those who need homeowners. They have been fantastic. Living with my parents is a huge adjustment but they're making it as easy as possible. Just waiting on the contractor to finish up some projects so I can get a sense of directions. Hope you're well man!
@peter_black said in It is my day of birth:
@spacekraken 2 wheels kona?
done. NEXT!
Came for this, wasn't disappointed.
Also, happy birthday @spacekraken !
