KC area DUers!!!

[proud2BlibKansan]

Mark your calendars now and plan to join us this coming Friday, Jan 6 at Jazz at 39th and State Line.

http://www.jazzkitchen.com/

Mopaul's Blues Band will be playing.

Good food, good music and good friends. Hope you all can make it.

PM me if you need more info.

[evlbstrd]

1. Everybody that can make it is encouraged to attend!

Hell, I might even let you crash at my place.

[Mabus]

4. Are you planning a parade?

:rofl: 'cuz if you are I might take a raincheck.

[evlbstrd]

5. Give it a chance.

You might like it.

[Mabus]

7. Maybe you're right

You and the Admiral (my hubby) could work up a duet.

:yoiks:

[evlbstrd]

9. Tell him to bring knee socks.

We'll start with the high kicks.

[Mabus]

11. omifsm

I've just sprayed my monitor.

[evlbstrd]

13. Sorry about that.

But, mission accomplished!

[Mabus]

16. I just added a sig line

That more aptly describes your postings and its affects on me.

[evlbstrd]

18. I am honored, truly.

Life's too serious to be taken seriously.
Or is it series!!!111

[Mabus]

20. either way, it is HUGH111

I think I like you. I've never met you, but I think I really do like you. Hubby will too, based upon his belly laughing at our exchanges. I'm being series here11

Oh yeah, I ripped my sig line off from an Oklahoma website (http://www.newsok.com/article/1722204/?template=news/main) I was checking to see how close the fires were to my family in OKC. Although, I suppose I could call them.

[evlbstrd]

22. I hope your family is OK.

Proud2Blib seems to think I'm OK. But she's kinda weird.

[Mabus]

23. I'm actually more concerned about my buddy in California

He's trapped in his house because of a mudslide. I'm on the phone with him right now. He just got back from throwing his housemate's medicine to him from the house. He put the medicine bottle in a PVC pipe, sealed the ends of the pipe, tied a rope to it (just in case) and threw it over the mudslide. He finally threw it far enough that his housemate could get to it. His electricity is up and down. Thankfully he's got enough food to hole up for about a week. He's hoping that the county will be able to clear the road to his house and he'll be able to get out.

As for the fires, it sounds like they are on the (north) east side of OKC. Most of my family lives in the northwest part of the city and so far I haven't seen any reports of fires near them. My brother didn't mention it when he called yesterday.

[evlbstrd]

27. Floods and fires.

Where's the good old fashioned pestilence?

[Mabus]

59. I think it's usually in the White House

although it is in Crawford.

[evlbstrd]

60. We must isolate it immediately.

I'll get my gloves.

[proud2BlibKansan]

29. Nah I just hang with weird people

cause I feel sorry for them.

[evlbstrd]

30. You're so kind to me.

I have to thaw a roast, cuz I want to play with my dog.

[proud2BlibKansan]

34. Somebody has to be nice to you

It's too much of a burden for evlspwn to do all alone.

BTW, did you invite her to join us?

[evlbstrd]

36. I will when she wakes up.

But she's not 21 yet.

She does bear a heavy burden. Maybe that's why she spends so much time in her room.

[proud2BlibKansan]

It's a restaurant; she can get in, can't she?

Besides, you might need a ride home.

[evlbstrd]

41. I think she can.

She'd tie my scarf to her bumper and drag me. At least it's just a few blocks.

[proud2BlibKansan]

44. I'd help her tie you to the bumper

[Mabus]

47. and I'll tie a few cans round his bum

so she'll remember where he is.

Bonus: if for some reason he gets detached, she'll know almost immediately. :woohoo:

[evlbstrd]

49. Not enough bum to tie anything to.

Ha ha!

[Mabus]

50. That leaves one option

and it ain't pretty.

[evlbstrd]

54. Not if it's cold outside.

Oh, shit...

[proud2BlibKansan]

51. One of evl's more redeeming qualities

is his daughter evlspwn. Did you see her bellydancing pics in the lounge?

[evlbstrd]

55. More like the only one.

I think people feel sorry for her. "Man, that's your dad? oh, wow..."

[Mabus]

57. at a Donkey Bar?!?

I almost fell out of my chair reading the subject line. Boy was I relieved!!

Is she adopted?

[proud2BlibKansan]

63. No it was called The Donkey Show

The bar was The Record Bar.

evlspwn acts like she was adopted. I'd adopt her - she's a sweety.

[evlbstrd]

68. Careful,

she might take you up on that.

[proud2BlibKansan]

70. Fine by me; I need a daughter.

[evlbstrd]

72. Don't expect any cleaning or anything.

I've spoiled her a little. Why do you think she stays?

[evlbstrd]

67. Some swear she is.

But I have papers.

[proud2BlibKansan]

73. Which kind?

[evlbstrd]

74. Cute.

The second kind.

[proud2BlibKansan]

77. Well you know I hang in the hood

so I am kinda liking the first kind.

[evlbstrd]

78. I guess I'm old school.

I had to give up the Wheat Straw ones, though.

[evlbstrd]

48. I'll have to remember to wear my short scarf.

[proud2BlibKansan]

53. Johnalita knits

and she does it well.

I am calling her RIGHT NOW. 5 days should be plenty of time.

[evlbstrd]

58. So does evlspwn.

I suppose you'll call her, too.
With enough scarves, I can be promoted to the trunk or the roof. Luxury!

[proud2BlibKansan]

64. Nah we can then tie you to her car and mine

and drag you home between the cars. It's like a tandem ride.

[evlbstrd]

69. Just get your directions straight.

East, dammit, east!

[Mabus]

81. I'll even wait to let her back up the car

before we tie you to the bumper. Otherwise it could get messy.

Always looking out for you!

[evlbstrd]

84. What great pals!

I'm so glad I found DU.

[Mabus]

89. Updated my sig line

just for you (and because it's closer to the truth). :loveya:

[evlbstrd]

91. Aw, that's very cool.

Sorry about the pants, though.

[Mabus]

93. Who said I was wearing pants?

I was reading one of your posts.

Ooops. TMI. Never mind.

[evlbstrd]

95. Why does everybody do that?

It's starting to get embarrassing.

[Mabus]

96. 'cuz we've seen your picture

and, well, 'nuff said. :blush:

[evlbstrd]

97. Prints are available at an affordable price.

From wallets to 8 x 10s.

[Mabus]

98. without pants, where am I to keep my wallet?

:shrug:

[evlbstrd]

99. I'll hold it for you.

Any other suggestion would just be rude, and I'd never do that.

[Mabus]

101. Is it reminicent of "five easy pieces" and a chicken salad sandwich?

Bobby: I'd like an omelet, plain, and a chicken salad sandwich on wheat toast, no mayonnaise, no butter, no lettuce. And a cup of coffee.
Waitress: A #2, chicken salad sand. Hold the butter, the lettuce, the mayonnaise, and a cup of coffee. Anything else?
Bobby: Yeah, now all you have to do is hold the chicken, bring me the toast, give me a check for the chicken salad sandwich, and you haven't broken any rules.
Waitress: You want me to hold the chicken, huh?
Bobby: I want you to hold it between your knees.

Memorable Quotes from Five Easy Pieces

[evlbstrd]

103. That's a great scene.

Um, it's in the neighborhood. But I'd never ever say that.

[Mabus]

105. It's what made me a Nicholson fan

[evlbstrd]

108. That and "Easy Rider."

[Mabus]

112. I saw that later

I was too young when it came out. Gee, I guess that makes you, really old.

[evlbstrd]

115. Not as old as proud2Blib.

[proud2BlibKansan]

116. I may be older but I am ever so much wiser

;)

[evlbstrd]

117. Than what?

[Mabus]

118. A guy with no bum, tied to a bumper with a beer can

sticking out of his wazoo.

:rofl:

[evlbstrd]

119. Nowhere to go from there...

but the ER.

[Mabus]

121. Luckily KUMed isn't that far away

across the street as I recall. At least the unit you need to visit is located there. :eyes:

[evlbstrd]

123. I don't want to go there.

Crossing the state line could be, um, problematic.

[Mabus]

125. How far is Two Rivers from our meeting place?

I got to warn you now, I've got arthritis so we might be back to tying you to the bumper instead of pushing you across the street in a wheel chair.

[evlbstrd]

127. I guess you could float me on a raft.

Start me in Turkey Creek. Brush Creek smells too bad.

[Mabus]

133. If ate some of your parade food

you'll be able to propel yourself! :woohoo: What a wonderful idea. :loveya:

[evlbstrd]

134. It tastes great going in.

It has to smell pretty coming out.

[proud2BlibKansan]

120. Than 'who' you mean?

[Mabus]

122. Never mind

move along, nothing to see here.

[evlbstrd]

124. Damn edumucators.

[proud2BlibKansan]

126. Well you know how the saying goes:

IF YOU CAN READ THIS
THANK A TEACHER

[evlbstrd]

128. I could read before school.

Cuz I'se smart. Thank Dr. Seuss.
There's another saying about teaching, but it's really mean, and I've just had a double Jameson and feeling kinda mellow.

[proud2BlibKansan]

129. What no Guinness tonight?

I am mellowing out on wine and ignoring my homework.

[evlbstrd]

130. Too much Guinness makes me broke.

So I'm chasing good whiskey with cheap beer.
What's your homework? I'll help! I'm real good at special ed. Another drink, and I'll be magna cum louder.

edit for, aw, who the hell cares?

[proud2BlibKansan]

131. I have to write lesson plans

going back to September. Individual plans - for 8 kids.

I never write them. (I know - my bad) And normally it's no big deal. It's not like I don't teach.

But I have a 'meeting' with the boss Thurs morning and she wants to see my plans. She actually said that she is sure they are "perfect" and maybe I can help other teachers who are struggling to keep up with their planning.

:scared:

So I am starting with January and working my way backwards. I am at December now. :rofl:

Maybe I can come down with the flu tomorrow night.

[evlbstrd]

132. Teaching by the seat of your pants?

I have always hated the paperwork. It made me a very bad sailor. But later on, I was a surprisingly good bookkeeper. And I majored in art, go figure.

[proud2BlibKansan]

135. I do have plans

in my head.

And I get complements (compliments?) on how well I teach. I guess they figure it's all well planned ahead of time.

So don't tell. I need my job - just bought a new car you know.

[evlbstrd]

136. Who the hell am I gonna tell?

It's compliments. Got the teacher!

[proud2BlibKansan]

137. Oh gawd now there is something else you have on me

I think they dock my pay for misspelled wurds.

[evlbstrd]

138. As they should.

I almost got fired over a typo once. It went to press. That shit is serious.
There, now we're even steven.

[evlbstrd]

139. Lettterman has O'Leilly on tonight.

I'm watching.

[proud2BlibKansan]

140. Me too though I keep saying I am not watching that asshole

and will turn the channel when he comes on.

[evlbstrd]

141. Dave started in on him during the intro.

And kept on going. The dick hasn't even been on yet. But it's up next.

[proud2BlibKansan]

142. I am watching CNN - they found the miners

[evlbstrd]

143. What fantastic news!

[proud2BlibKansan]

145. Hey Dave is killing osama bill

This is great.

[evlbstrd]

146. "I have the feeling that 60 percent of what you say is crap."

Dave was being generous.

[evlbstrd]

144. Dave is defending Cindy!

[proud2BlibKansan]

147. Isn't he great?

"About 60% of what you say is crap"

LOL LOL LOL

[evlbstrd]

148. Dave's my buddy.

He just doesn't know it.

[proud2BlibKansan]

149. OOH can you get me an autograph?

[evlbstrd]

150. Sure.

If you can get me a plane ticket, hotel and show tickets. I'd be delighted.

[Gilmore]

2. Comerperro and I will be there!

[proud2BlibKansan]

26. YEA!!

Bring your appetites.

[Mabus]

3. LOL

You're not going to believe this but this morning when I woke up hubby came in and said "Bush is using Article II (war powers) as basis for his warrantless searches". As I digested this bit of information he went and got me a cup of coffee. When he returned I said, "I wonder what the reaction of DU'ers is" and then remembered there was a meeting soon. Thanks for the reminder. And thanks for not scheduling it on a KU basketball day. Lastly, thanks for picking what looks like a good venue.


I'm coming be there, come hell or high water, I will be there this Friday. I'll also try to bring reinforcements.

One question, what time? :shrug:

The Happy Hour menu looks good but ends at 6 p.m. (from: http://www.jazzkitchen.com/KC.html)



1823 W. 39th Street
Kansas City, MO 64111
[phone]

Happy Hour 3-6 Monday through Friday
$2.99 Appetizers
Jambalaya
Red Beans and Rice
Boudin with red beans and rice
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Calamari
Popcorn Shrimp
Popcorn Crawfish
Orings
Voodoo Wings
Fried Pickles
Catfish Nuggets

[evlbstrd]

6. I think the music starts at nine.

But three o'clock sounds good!

[Mabus]

8. Yours or mopaul's?

:shrug:

P.S. I'm looking forward to exchanging witty repertoire with you in person. :hi:

[evlbstrd]

10. If I start at three,

I'll become the opening act.

[Mabus]

12. roflmao

I've been reading the various exchanges here to my husband, he wants to meet you.

[evlbstrd]

14. Great!

I hope it's not to hit me.

[Mabus]

15. I wish

Nope he's already begun tuning his instrument for the jam session this Friday.

[evlbstrd]

17. You wish he'd hit me?

Wow, I'll watch my tongue.

[Mabus]

19. Believe me

At this point I wish he did want to hit you. He'd get over it by Friday. Anyway, I think he's channeling Victor Borge again. I do know he's impersonating Borge's "phonetic punctuation" with his own, ahem, unique stylings.

[evlbstrd]

21. I used to love Borge!

If it would help get him to Jazz, I'll taunt him mercilessly.

[Mabus]

24. Oh don't worry about that

I do that to him on a daily basis.

[evlbstrd]

25. So he's developed an immunity.

[proud2BlibKansan]

28. Last time the band started at 7:00

So maybe we should try for 6:00 so we can eat and get liquored up first.

I will call or PM mopaul to get the exact time.

on edit just saw happy hour is 3 to 6. So I will try to be there at 5:00.

[evlbstrd]

31. Can we reserve that large table

right by the band?
Or I'll arrive at 3 and pass out on it.

[proud2BlibKansan]

33. Hey if you can get there at 3:00 I will come as soon as school is out

I can get there by 4:00. Unless my kids want to come - then I will have to run by the house to pick them up. But that would put me up to 4:30. Then if Johnalita wants to come, that pushes my arrival to 5:00.

I will call to see if we can reserve that table. :crazy:

[evlbstrd]

35. If my current situation holds through Friday,

I can be there for breakfast.

[proud2BlibKansan]

37. How many Guinesses would you have had by 3:00??

[evlbstrd]

40. That depends on the generosity of the bartender.

And on how hungry I am. It is a food group.

[Mabus]

46. Since we're driving in

We'll want to avoid traffic and will probably be there earlier than you.

[proud2BlibKansan]

56. I am so glad you guys are coming

Until you hit the trafficway, you will be going against rush hour traffic on I-70. If you take I-35, rush hour traffic is going the opposite direction that time of day.

[evlbstrd]

62. Oh, yeah?

Any time you can be there, I can be there earlier.

[proud2BlibKansan]

65. But you don't know each other yet

Better post a picture so Mabus and hubby will recognize you.

[evlbstrd]

71. Good idea.

[proud2BlibKansan]

75. Somehow I just knew you would pick this one

Hey Mabus, he isn't quite this attractive.

[evlbstrd]

76. Nope.

Not even close.

[Mabus]

79. shouldn't you post a warning?

Now that I've seen you I need to start drinking and I am reminded why bars dim their lights. :evilgrin:


:pals:

[evlbstrd]

But I light up a room!

No warnings for you!

[evlbstrd]

85. dupe

fat-finger plus beer

[Mabus]

88. I don't know about that

but you have certainly lightened my heavy brown today. I can't remember the last time I giggled so much. Hubby threatened to cut me off from my computer because I've been distracting him today.

[evlbstrd]

92. Just trying to keep my own lightened.

If others come along, that's a bonus.

[Mabus]

106. Guiness makes a light beer?

Hmmm. Count me clueless.

[evlbstrd]

111. They make Harp Lager.

If you can't stand Guinness, you'd like Harp. And that's more Guinness for me.

[Mabus]

114. Is this your way of calling me a harpy?

:evilgrin:

[proud2BlibKansan]

32. Easy to find DIRECTIONS

Take the Rainbow exit off of I-35 (KU Med exit) and go south about a mile. At the second light, 39th St, (you will see KU med at this corner) take a left and go one block to State Line. Jazz is on your right - on the Missouri side. SE corner of 39 and State Line. Park south of restaurant - huge lot.

If you come in on I-70 from the west, take I-670 (it's a left lane right past 18th St in Kansas) and right after you cross the state line as you approach downtown, there is a right exit that says SW Trafficway. Take that and it swerves right on to I-35 South. Go to the Rainbow exit and go south (left at bottom of exit ramp).

From the north, take I-35 through downtown and get on SW Trafficway (they merge)

From the east, I-70 through downtown to the Trafficway.

If you are allergic to Kansas and can't stand driving even a mile into the Sunflower state, follow evlbstrd's directions below.

[evlbstrd]

38. Huh?

I-70 to I-35 south.
Take SW Tfwy exit. Follow to Westport Road, turn right. Go to State Line, turn right. Go to 39th St. Park. See? I never once touched Kansas.

[proud2BlibKansan]

39. TRAFFIC!!

I go home that way every day. It is hard to swing over to the left lanes on SW Trfwy during rush hour.

[evlbstrd]

42. I forget about traffic.

I hardly leave midtown, let alone drive the highways.

[mopaul]

43. Me & the boys start at 7 sharp!

and the navy calls be every day for the correct time. hope to see you there!

bring a friend, eat jambolaya, raw oysters, coon ass chicken and dirty rice!

suck a crawdad! pinch a waitress! tip the band!

[proud2BlibKansan]

45. Can we reserve that big table by the band?

Do they take reservations?

[evlbstrd]

52. Which waitress?

C'mon, help a guy out here.

[proud2BlibKansan]

61. Man we can't take you anywhere

[evlbstrd]

66. Only to very special places.

And then only once.

[Mabus]

80. Isn't it time we take him *back* to one of his special places?

I don't think his work release from Menninger's is working out.

:rofl:

[proud2BlibKansan]

82. There is a lovely psych ward at KU

right across the street from Jazz.

[Mabus]

83. So he doesn't need to get dragged that far

Cool. Hell, they might lend us a wheel chair!

[evlbstrd]

87. Now that'd be travelling in style!

[evlbstrd]

86. Who said anything about working?

[Mabus]

90. My point exactly

[evlbstrd]

94. I can produce pay stubs.

Let me fire up my printer.

[Mabus]

100. If you've got white-out

I can give you some of mine. It'll save you ink and paper.

[evlbstrd]

102. Excellent.

Then I can scotch tape my name onto them. No one will be the wiser.

[Mabus]

104. Oh I can do that

I'll just use some duct tape and scrawl a giant "X" in the appropriate areas. Any preference to color of crayon I use? FYI, I'm leaning towards magenta.

[evlbstrd]

107. What color is the paper?

I'm an artist, so it has to look pretty.

[Mabus]

109. I've got several colors of stubs.

Institution green, harvest gold, you name I can find one.

[evlbstrd]

110. Institution green.

It's comfortingly familiar. And magenta would look swell on it.

[Mabus]

113. consider it done

Why does your choice not surprise me?

[ComerPerro]

151. This map, on their website, is really screwed up

I looked at it, didn't notice the "N" pointing right, and thought, "Where the hell is State line an East-West road, and where does 35 thank that odd turn southeast?

[Mabus]

152. They made it for evlbstrd

knowing that when he came out of his latest Guiness stupor he'd be leaning to the right. They planned ahead and rotated the picture so he could read it easier.

[evlbstrd]

153. I never, ever lean to the right.

You take that back.
Insteads of maps, I use liquor stores and bars as landmarks. Failing that, I look for the KCMO tower.

[Mabus]

154. I take it back

I said it because I knew it would get your goat up.

[evlbstrd]

155. It did.

Now he won't settle down. He's wrecking the house.

[Mabus]

156. Where's his nanny?

Don't all goats have nannies to watch over them?

[evlbstrd]

157. I'm daddy and nanny.

A single herder household.

[Mabus]

158. then do you job

Drop a couple of sleeping pills into its drinking water.

[evlbstrd]

159. I'm going to have to put him down.

I like curried goat, so it'll be okay.

[Mabus]

160. any chance of some feta

before he goes 'nite-nite permanently?

[evlbstrd]

164. You might want to consult W

for tips on milking a male goat.

[Mabus]

166. Actually I think it is the twins

that milk smaller animals. They remind me of carnies. Circus folk. Nomads, you know. Smell like cabbage. Small hands.

[evlbstrd]

170. They're not smart enough to be carnies.

Unless they're sideshow freaks. Maybe they could milk a billy goat, but I don't think I'd want to see that.

[Mabus]

171. I don't know about that

I started watching old episodes of "Carnivale" last night (FSM I loved that show) and there are few carnies that aren't that bright.

However, I do think that the twins could qualify as sideshow freaks. It's in their genes. I know the rest of their family could, at the very least the whole family is in the running for "Zippy the Pinhead" awards.

[evlbstrd]

172. I started watching Carnivale about halfway into the season.

I know a trick they could probably do. It involves a wine bottle and a silver dollar.

[Mabus]

174. You're going to have to tell me about that one

'cuz you know if it involves money they'll be all over it!

[evlbstrd]

175. You're getting warm.

Very warm.

[Mabus]

177. Really

That makes sense. My husband told me I was "hot" this morning. On second thought, he was referring to my menopausal hotflash.

[evlbstrd]

178. Good for you!

Helping out with the heating bills and all.

[Mabus]

179. In this Bush economy

we all gotta do what we can. :toast:

[evlbstrd]

182. That reminds me.

Hey, evlspwn! Pedal harder! The lights are starting to flicker.

[Mabus]

185. I could come over once and while

and heat your home or hold a can of soup until it's warmed. :)

[evlbstrd]

186. It's a big place.

Stock up on the Sterno. It also makes a great cocktail.

[Mabus]

188. Are you talking about the space between your ears or your house?

Believe me, some days I feel like I could melt a glacier.

[evlbstrd]

189. Between my ears, which I'm now plugging.

LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA!

[Mabus]

190. I can't wait to actually meet you

and exchange witticisms with you. :loveya:

[evlbstrd]

191. One hour and ten minutes to go.

I always have fun at these gatherings. At least I entertain myself.

[Mabus]

192. Longer for me

I broke my eyeglasses a little while ago. I'm totally dependent on others until I get them fixed otherwise I'd be on my way two hour ago.

[evlbstrd]

193. We'll expect you when you get there then.

[Mabus]

195. You got it

You just have to have the last word, don't you?

[evlbstrd]

196. Yes.

[Mabus]

198. Okay

I'll let you have it.

[evlbstrd]

199. Thanks.

[Mabus]

200. You're welcome.

[evlbstrd]

201. Great.

[proud2BlibKansan]

162. It's really easy to find Comer

Ignore this map. I posted directions. Or call me and I will guide you.

[ComerPerro]

161. evlbstrd, Proud2BLib, Mabus:

How many posts do you three plan on racking up in this thread anyway?

Jeeze!

[proud2BlibKansan]

163. You're just jealous

;)

[evlbstrd]

It got me past 5,000.

And I didn't even brag about it.

[evlbstrd]

165. delete

goddammit, I did it again.

[Mabus]

167. I'm thinking at least another 20

But I could be wrong. :shrug:

[KansDem]

168. Mind if I stop by?

I mean, I know I'm really "L7" but I'll try to be hip...for awhile at least. Really.

Puuuuuleeeeez.....;(

[proud2BlibKansan]

169. Of course we don't mind

Please come join us. evlbstrd or I will be there by 5:00.

Look for a big crowd of loud crazy people.

[Mabus]

180. We won't get there as early as I had hoped

The Admiral is making up for a snow day with one of his students. He's got to stay after school today.

[proud2BlibKansan]

181. On a Friday?

bummer

No worry - we will save you a seat.

[Mabus]

183. Yep, on a Friday

I'll 'splain it to you when we get there. He just left to go teach, he said he'd be back around 6:00-6:15.

[proud2BlibKansan]

184. I'm getting ready to leave school now

We will see you in a few hours.

[Mabus]

187. WARNING, WARNING

I've already started. I've had two beers and I'm half way through a Smirnoff Ice.

[Mabus]

203. Okay, here's what's happened so far

The husband was late getting home but it turned out to be for the better. My brother and my nephew pulled up in the drive way around 6. They were on the way to the KC area to stay with one of their friends that they are going to the Kentucky game with tomorrow. To make a long story short, he was just outside of Lawrence when his car started overheating so he stopped here instead. He pulled up in the driveway and we looked at the car. We found out that one of his belts broke and it caused the car to overheat. Hopefully that's all the damage there is. We're hoping that there's no damage to the engine. We spent about an hour trying to find a mechanic to fix the car this weekend because my nephew (a high school junior) needs to be back in school Monday morning. We think we found someone who can work on the car tomorrow afternoon. The bitch of it is is that one of us is going to have to give up our ticket for tomorrow's game in exchange for fixing the car. :grr:

As it turns out my brother wasn't just making calls about his car. At some point (between calls tracking down a mechanic) my brother called the friend that he was going to stay with this weekend and my two brothers who live in Lenexa. His friend ended up driving to Lawrence to see if he could help out with the car and it looks like he's going to stay here tonight too. My two brothers are driving in tomorrow morning and are planning to stay here tomorrow night. All I know is that I have a testosterone laden house and I have just spend most of the past hour changing sheets and getting the spare bedrooms ready. I also got things arranged in the kitchen to make breakfast for the entire gang in the morning.

Oh yeah, at some point in the evening my husband finally got home and was more than a little surprised to find a houseful of people. He was a little put off at first but then he found out that my brother's friend is a former KU basketball player who played on the 1988 National Championship KU basketball team. We like to call him "one of the Miracles" (as in "Danny and the Miracles"). Anyway we've been sitting around talking most of the evening. We finally got out around 9 o'clock and ate downtown. We got home around 10 and then we had to walk the dogs. While we were out walking the dogs the new puppy (she's 60-65 pounds) spotted a cat and took off after it. I was holding her leash and she dragged me down the block. If it hadn't been for the tree that I got slammed into by the puppy (and that her leash got wrapped around while she was chasing the cat) I might have gotten pulled into street. The only damage is a pair of broken glasses (snapped in half at the bridge) and a bruised ego. (It's funny now, two hours ago I was scared/pissed).

Right now I'm tired and sore. My husband went to go take his shoes off half an hour ago and fell asleep. My nephew, who has figured out how to work the "on demand" options, is out in the living room watching TV. The nephew has promised not to order any porn. My brother and his friend left around 11 to go bar hopping downtown. I expect them back when the bars close.

I swear I will get to the next get together.

[proud2BlibKansan]

204. You missed a great one

We had some people come who we met at the DFA meeting this week. We had some very interesting conversations.

[ComerPerro]

205. Wow. When you make excuses, you go all out!

:evilgrin:

It was a good show. But neither Gilmore or I were feeling very well, so we ended up only staying for an hour or so.

[evlbstrd]

207. Riiiiigggghhht.

We will require forensic evidence of these events.
A crime scene team has been dispatched and should arrive shortly. Plan on four more for breakfast.

[evlbstrd]

173. Yay!

A rookie! How we gonna haze him?

[KansDem]

194. ???

"Haze?" :scared:

[evlbstrd]

202. Don't worry, we're pacifists.

Mostly.

[Mabus]

176. If you *have* to

Actually I think we'd all love to see you. It is a DU (non-sanctioned) event so any DU'er is welcome. However, if you want to sit with us that's whole other matter. :evilgrin: :)

[KansDem]

197. I'll be on my very best behavior...

By the way, does this place have cuspidors or should I bring my own?

[evlbstrd]

206. There are no cuspidors.

You have to swallow.

[Gilmore]

208. It was alot of fun...

until I got sick!