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

MarkJerling · 06-02-2020, 02:33 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by gaweidert

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.

We only had two. At the time that was my limit, Annie was keen on three. I'm sorry to admit I was wrong. (That's something you don't hear me say very often.)

With one out of the house and the other to leave at the end of this year it would have been good to have more running about. We did talk about adoption as that's the only option remaining now, but adoption is in the seriously too hard basket in NZ.

We do sponsor a few kids through World Vision. Hopefully, that makes a difference to their lives.

Last edited by MarkJerling; 06-02-2020 at 02:41 PM.

MarkJerling · 06-02-2020, 02:40 PM - **3 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.

Bob, I'm sure those in the medical profession will help you kick the habit now, so you'll get no lecture from me.

I believe we all will share with you the hope that the bit they found is the only bit and that it turns out to be a thing easily dealt with and that you will come through this well. Again, I'm sure I speak for all of us when I say our thoughts are with you and your family and I hope you'll let us know when you know more.

**microlight** · 06-02-2020, 03:00 PM - **2 Likes**

Echoing the sentiments expressed here. Hope the biopsy goes well and that the medics will have a cunning plan.

**Fries** · 06-02-2020, 03:20 PM - **2 Likes**

Bob, all the best from a fellow smoker who also has trouble kicking that specific habit... I do hope the medical pro's find a path out of this predicament.

Remco

bertwert · 06-02-2020, 03:25 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by microlight

cunning plan

Hopefully not too cunning...

You Tube

robtcorl · 06-02-2020, 04:29 PM - **5 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

We need someone to post PBS you know.

Racer X 69 · 06-02-2020, 04:37 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by robtcorl

Post of the day.

Racer X 69 · 06-02-2020, 05:12 PM - **5 Likes**

The recent news of our dear friend Bob reminded me of the title of one of my (many) favorite albums by one of my (again, many) favorite bands. What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits, by The Doobie Brothers.

The whole album is worth a listen, no matter your musical tastes.

Listen to it here: What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits - YouTube

Hard to pick a favorite track, so a couple I like.

First, for my friend.

You Tube

This next one always takes me back.

You Tube

Be well my friends.

**rod_grant** · 06-02-2020, 07:28 PM - **6 Likes**

All the best Bob.
Don't listen to bagpipe 'music'; it will lead to depression, and that won't help you at all.

dbs · 06-02-2020, 08:45 PM - **4 Likes**

Keep your chin up Bob........just be wary of Berties ideas of soothing music.

NASA Actors inc

Dave

**StiffLegged** · 06-03-2020, 12:08 AM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by rod_grant

All the best Bob.
Don't listen to bagpipe 'music'; it will lead to depression, and that won't help you at all.

Ah, but it can be wonderful when it stops. The relief...

Really sorry about your news, Bob, hoping for a good outcome.

**savoche** · 06-03-2020, 12:08 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by robtcorl

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

Bob, you know we love you. In a manly way, of course.

Originally posted by robtcorl

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.

You decide what you want to share, of course, but this thread can handle it. We laugh together, we cry together, we save Tokyo together.

**savoche** · 06-03-2020, 09:49 AM - **6 Likes**

Oh yeah, and a word of advice for those who like adding fuel to the fire - pay attention to exactly what kind of fuel you add.

I would have posted this over in the Doom&Gloom section, but I suspect the flames wouldn't be big enough to be noticed

Racer X 69 · 06-03-2020, 10:08 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by savoche

Oh yeah, and a word of advice for those who like adding fuel to the fire - pay attention to exactly what kind of fuel you add.

I would have posted this over in the Doom&Gloom section, but I suspect the flames wouldn't be big enough to be noticed

Dude already had a good fire going. Wonder why he felt the need to accelerate it.

bertwert · 06-03-2020, 10:09 AM

Originally posted by savoche

Oh yeah, and a word of advice for those who like adding fuel to the fire - pay attention to exactly what kind of fuel you add.

I would have posted this over in the Doom&Gloom section, but I suspect the flames wouldn't be big enough to be noticed

"Oh bugger! This container is now on fire! Let's throw it everywhere!"

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06-02-2020, 02:33 PM - 4 Likes	#78496
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,403	Originally posted by gaweidert 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. We only had two. At the time that was my limit, Annie was keen on three. I'm sorry to admit I was wrong. (That's something you don't hear me say very often.) With one out of the house and the other to leave at the end of this year it would have been good to have more running about. We did talk about adoption as that's the only option remaining now, but adoption is in the seriously too hard basket in NZ. We do sponsor a few kids through World Vision. Hopefully, that makes a difference to their lives. Last edited by MarkJerling; 06-02-2020 at 02:41 PM.

06-02-2020, 02:40 PM - 3 Likes	#78497
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,403	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. Bob, I'm sure those in the medical profession will help you kick the habit now, so you'll get no lecture from me. I believe we all will share with you the hope that the bit they found is the only bit and that it turns out to be a thing easily dealt with and that you will come through this well. Again, I'm sure I speak for all of us when I say our thoughts are with you and your family and I hope you'll let us know when you know more.

06-02-2020, 03:00 PM - 2 Likes	#78498
microlight Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 2,129	Echoing the sentiments expressed here. Hope the biopsy goes well and that the medics will have a cunning plan.

06-02-2020, 03:20 PM - 2 Likes	#78499
Fries Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gauw Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,582	Bob, all the best from a fellow smoker who also has trouble kicking that specific habit... I do hope the medical pro's find a path out of this predicament. Remco

06-02-2020, 04:29 PM - 5 Likes	#78501
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by Racer X 69 We need someone to post PBS you know.

06-02-2020, 04:37 PM - 1 Like	#78502
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 robtcorl Post of the day.

06-02-2020, 07:28 PM - 6 Likes	#78504
rod_grant Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Wangaratta, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,951	All the best Bob. Don't listen to bagpipe 'music'; it will lead to depression, and that won't help you at all.

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dbs Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Clare Valley S A Photos: Albums Posts: 7,563	Keep your chin up Bob........just be wary of Berties ideas of soothing music. NASA Actors inc Dave

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StiffLegged Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2018 Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,615	Originally posted by rod_grant All the best Bob. Don't listen to bagpipe 'music'; it will lead to depression, and that won't help you at all. Ah, but it can be wonderful when it stops. The relief... Really sorry about your news, Bob, hoping for a good outcome.

06-03-2020, 12:08 AM - 3 Likes	#78507
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by robtcorl First I want to thank you all for the kind wishes and hope you know how much they're appreciated. Bob, you know we love you. In a manly way, of course. Originally posted by robtcorl 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. You decide what you want to share, of course, but this thread can handle it. We laugh together, we cry together, we save Tokyo together.

06-03-2020, 09:49 AM - 6 Likes	#78508
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Oh yeah, and a word of advice for those who like adding fuel to the fire - pay attention to exactly what kind of fuel you add. I would have posted this over in the Doom&Gloom section, but I suspect the flames wouldn't be big enough to be noticed

06-03-2020, 10:08 AM - 1 Like	#78509
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 savoche Oh yeah, and a word of advice for those who like adding fuel to the fire - pay attention to exactly what kind of fuel you add. I would have posted this over in the Doom&Gloom section, but I suspect the flames wouldn't be big enough to be noticed Dude already had a good fire going. Wonder why he felt the need to accelerate it.

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bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Originally posted by savoche Oh yeah, and a word of advice for those who like adding fuel to the fire - pay attention to exactly what kind of fuel you add. I would have posted this over in the Doom&Gloom section, but I suspect the flames wouldn't be big enough to be noticed "Oh bugger! This container is now on fire! Let's throw it everywhere!"

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