why I won't buy a k3 (Warning: Satire Thread)

tim60 · 06-01-2020, 06:49 AM - **2 Likes**

Bob, get well soon.

That is an expression of desire for your good, not a Macca’s sales clerk’s order to “have a nice day”.

tim60 · 06-01-2020, 06:51 AM - **1 Like**

To become a grandfather requires:
1. Becoming a father.
2. The child begotten becoming a parent.

The first involves one’s own volition, and opportunity. The second is outside our control or causative influence.

Parallax · 06-01-2020, 07:01 AM - **6 Likes**

Originally posted by tim60

To become a grandfather requires:
1. Becoming a father.
2. The child begotten becoming a parent.

Right; and studies have shown that if your parents didn't have children you likely won't either.

MikeyBugs95 · 06-01-2020, 07:07 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Parallax

Right; and studies have shown that if your parents didn't have children you likely won't either.

Studies have also shown that if you weren't born, you have an hugely increased risk of an early death.

**microlight** · 06-01-2020, 07:44 AM - **5 Likes**

Also that sterility is not hereditary.

Racer X 69 · 06-01-2020, 10:21 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by microlight

Also that sterility is not hereditary.

I am a navel orange, all juice and no seeds.

Mrs. Racer 1.0 and I were going to adopt, so I got a vasectomy.

**savoche** · 06-01-2020, 10:57 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by FantasticMrFox

I'm only 29, but this makes me so look forward to being a granddad one day

Yep, it's great

When you have them for only a day or two at a time you can have a wonderful time and spoil them silly, then hand them back to the parents for "rehab"

It can be hard work, though! As someone said, the day we figure out how the power source that drives a two year old works we'll solve the world's energy requirements.

tim60 · 06-01-2020, 11:54 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Parallax

Right; and studies have shown that if your parents didn't have children you likely won't either.

If your parents didn’t have children they would not be your parents. And you would not exist. A mathematician would love that.

MarkJerling · 06-01-2020, 03:37 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by Parallax

Either that or get her to think it's her idea.

Somehow, I don't think it will work. She drinks much less coffee than me. Anyway, she says it's all good once I have completed the pizza oven and the bathroom reno. But, I alos know that something will probably come up between these tasks and that goal.

**gaweidert** · 06-02-2020, 06:56 AM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by mkgd1

I'd taken that step four times before I was 29.

Four kids here too. Four was easier than two. By then the older ones help out and they form their own little mob and are not constantly looking to mom and dad for entertainment. Do it all again too. Even with more. Nothing like a house full of chaos. When the last one left the silence was deafening.

robtcorl · 06-02-2020, 06:58 AM - **1 Like**

My health issue update.
First I want to thank you all for the kind wishes and hope you know how much they're appreciated.

Smoking is a habit I was never able to kick (no lectures please) now it's time to pay the piper. No, not you Bert.

I had been losing weight that I attributed to a few things, but when the fatigue set in I knew I had to get checked out.
A CT scan Friday found a 3 centimeter mass in my left lung. A needle biopsy is being set up that will hopefully provide more info on the type, and how to proceed.
Not wanting to turn this great thread into another doom and gloom thread, I'll only post if I have some positive news to report.
Thanks again for your concerns.

bertwert · 06-02-2020, 07:54 AM - **5 Likes**

Originally posted by robtcorl

My health issue update.
First I want to thank you all for the kind wishes and hope you know how much they're appreciated.

Smoking is a habit I was never able to kick (no lectures please) now it's time to pay the piper. No, not you Bert.

I had been losing weight that I attributed to a few things, but when the fatigue set in I knew I had to get checked out.
A CT scan Friday found a 3 centimeter mass in my left lung. A needle biopsy is being set up that will hopefully provide more info on the type, and how to proceed.
Not wanting to turn this great thread into another doom and gloom thread, I'll only post if I have some positive news to report.
Thanks again for your concerns.

Oh dear Bob. It goes without saying that we're all hoping for the best possible outcomes

**CharLac** · 06-02-2020, 08:26 AM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by robtcorl

My health issue update.
First I want to thank you all for the kind wishes and hope you know how much they're appreciated.

Smoking is a habit I was never able to kick (no lectures please) now it's time to pay the piper. No, not you Bert.

I had been losing weight that I attributed to a few things, but when the fatigue set in I knew I had to get checked out.
A CT scan Friday found a 3 centimeter mass in my left lung. A needle biopsy is being set up that will hopefully provide more info on the type, and how to proceed.
Not wanting to turn this great thread into another doom and gloom thread, I'll only post if I have some positive news to report.
Thanks again for your concerns.

Thanks for the update Bob and stay positive; you know we are all cheering for your rapid recovery. I even had bacon this morning for breakfast in your honour

RoxnDox · 06-02-2020, 10:01 AM - **3 Likes**

We'll keep seeing you and your bacon, Bob. Fingers crossed, vibes, etc etc...

Racer X 69 · 06-02-2020, 12:16 PM - **3 Likes**

Best wishes for a favorable outcome Bob. We need someone to post PBS you know.

Originally posted by robtcorl

Smoking is a habit I was never able to kick (no lectures please) now it's time to pay the piper.

I just have say that everyone quits, eventually.

I gave those things up over 30 years ago.

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06-01-2020, 06:49 AM - 2 Likes	#78481
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,738	Bob, get well soon. That is an expression of desire for your good, not a Macca’s sales clerk’s order to “have a nice day”.

06-01-2020, 06:51 AM - 1 Like	#78482
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,738	To become a grandfather requires: 1. Becoming a father. 2. The child begotten becoming a parent. The first involves one’s own volition, and opportunity. The second is outside our control or causative influence.

06-01-2020, 07:01 AM - 6 Likes	#78483
Parallax Senior Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: South Dakota Photos: Gallery Posts: 19,332	Originally posted by tim60 To become a grandfather requires: 1. Becoming a father. 2. The child begotten becoming a parent. Right; and studies have shown that if your parents didn't have children you likely won't either.

06-01-2020, 07:07 AM - 1 Like	#78484
MikeyBugs95 Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: New York Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,206	Originally posted by Parallax Right; and studies have shown that if your parents didn't have children you likely won't either. Studies have also shown that if you weren't born, you have an hugely increased risk of an early death.

06-01-2020, 07:44 AM - 5 Likes	#78485
microlight Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 2,129	Also that sterility is not hereditary.

06-01-2020, 10:21 AM - 1 Like	#78486
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,064	Originally posted by microlight Also that sterility is not hereditary. I am a navel orange, all juice and no seeds. Mrs. Racer 1.0 and I were going to adopt, so I got a vasectomy.

06-01-2020, 10:57 AM - 3 Likes	#78487
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by FantasticMrFox I'm only 29, but this makes me so look forward to being a granddad one day Yep, it's great When you have them for only a day or two at a time you can have a wonderful time and spoil them silly, then hand them back to the parents for "rehab" It can be hard work, though! As someone said, the day we figure out how the power source that drives a two year old works we'll solve the world's energy requirements.

06-01-2020, 11:54 AM - 1 Like	#78488
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,738	Originally posted by Parallax Right; and studies have shown that if your parents didn't have children you likely won't either. If your parents didn’t have children they would not be your parents. And you would not exist. A mathematician would love that.

06-01-2020, 03:37 PM - 3 Likes	#78489
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,402	Originally posted by Parallax Either that or get her to think it's her idea. Somehow, I don't think it will work. She drinks much less coffee than me. Anyway, she says it's all good once I have completed the pizza oven and the bathroom reno. But, I alos know that something will probably come up between these tasks and that goal.

06-02-2020, 06:56 AM - 4 Likes	#78490
gaweidert Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Rochester, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,325	Originally posted by mkgd1 I'd taken that step four times before I was 29. Four kids here too. Four was easier than two. By then the older ones help out and they form their own little mob and are not constantly looking to mom and dad for entertainment. Do it all again too. Even with more. Nothing like a house full of chaos. When the last one left the silence was deafening.

06-02-2020, 06:58 AM - 1 Like	#78491
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	My health issue update. First I want to thank you all for the kind wishes and hope you know how much they're appreciated. Smoking is a habit I was never able to kick (no lectures please) now it's time to pay the piper. No, not you Bert. I had been losing weight that I attributed to a few things, but when the fatigue set in I knew I had to get checked out. A CT scan Friday found a 3 centimeter mass in my left lung. A needle biopsy is being set up that will hopefully provide more info on the type, and how to proceed. Not wanting to turn this great thread into another doom and gloom thread, I'll only post if I have some positive news to report. Thanks again for your concerns.

06-02-2020, 07:54 AM - 5 Likes	#78492
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Originally posted by robtcorl My health issue update. First I want to thank you all for the kind wishes and hope you know how much they're appreciated. Smoking is a habit I was never able to kick (no lectures please) now it's time to pay the piper. No, not you Bert. I had been losing weight that I attributed to a few things, but when the fatigue set in I knew I had to get checked out. A CT scan Friday found a 3 centimeter mass in my left lung. A needle biopsy is being set up that will hopefully provide more info on the type, and how to proceed. Not wanting to turn this great thread into another doom and gloom thread, I'll only post if I have some positive news to report. Thanks again for your concerns. Oh dear Bob. It goes without saying that we're all hoping for the best possible outcomes

06-02-2020, 08:26 AM - 4 Likes	#78493
CharLac Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Ottawa Photos: Gallery Posts: 8,419	Originally posted by robtcorl My health issue update. First I want to thank you all for the kind wishes and hope you know how much they're appreciated. Smoking is a habit I was never able to kick (no lectures please) now it's time to pay the piper. No, not you Bert. I had been losing weight that I attributed to a few things, but when the fatigue set in I knew I had to get checked out. A CT scan Friday found a 3 centimeter mass in my left lung. A needle biopsy is being set up that will hopefully provide more info on the type, and how to proceed. Not wanting to turn this great thread into another doom and gloom thread, I'll only post if I have some positive news to report. Thanks again for your concerns. Thanks for the update Bob and stay positive; you know we are all cheering for your rapid recovery. I even had bacon this morning for breakfast in your honour

06-02-2020, 10:01 AM - 3 Likes	#78494
RoxnDox Pentaxian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gig Harbor, Washington, USA, Terra Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,494	We'll keep seeing you and your bacon, Bob. Fingers crossed, vibes, etc etc...

06-02-2020, 12:16 PM - 3 Likes	#78495
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,064	Best wishes for a favorable outcome Bob. We need someone to post PBS you know. Originally posted by robtcorl Smoking is a habit I was never able to kick (no lectures please) now it's time to pay the piper. I just have say that everyone quits, eventually. I gave those things up over 30 years ago.

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