Quinn wrote on Feb 24, 2015, 11:45:
Copy-pasting an apology, too... Fucking hell.

Creston wrote on Feb 20, 2015, 11:42:
How have you been able to get him used to the boots, Blue? I've been trying to get my doggies to wear them, and the second I put them on they just go into spazmo-paw frenzy until they can get them off again.

Explaining to them that "Now your paws will freeze and you'll whine at me that you're too cold when we need to go outside!" doesn't seem to help either.

Sepharo wrote on Feb 19, 2015, 15:09:

Blue wrote on Feb 19, 2015, 08:49:

1badmf wrote on Feb 19, 2015, 02:02:
out of idle curiosity, what's a largish breed that's basically a lazy bum and is otherwise low maintenace (low shedding, no slobbering, etc).

You sound like a possible candidate for a rescue Greyhound. They are apparently quite content to be couch potatoes after all the athletics.

I'm not sure if the Boxer recommendation was a joke, but to my experience they are pretty crazy.

They're energetic within their own space. They're family guard dogs so they're gentle with children and other pets. But they're a large breed that doesn't shed (well not like a long hair dog sheds) or slobber and they spend most of the day loafing about.

Here are some videos, showing their restrained energy:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jTJqwXYrPP8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmeoNRJOGBo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5qlBn-nNIc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQVkYaaPO6g

Boxers are a bright, energetic and playful breed and tend to be very good with children.[4] They are patient and spirited with children but also protective, making them a popular choice for families.[4] They are active, strong dogs and require adequate exercise to prevent boredom-associated behaviors such as chewing, digging, or licking. Boxers have earned a slight reputation of being "headstrong," which can be related to inappropriate obedience training.

1badmf wrote on Feb 19, 2015, 02:02:
out of idle curiosity, what's a largish breed that's basically a lazy bum and is otherwise low maintenace (low shedding, no slobbering, etc).

Beamer wrote on Feb 18, 2015, 14:28:
Clearly, the rational thing to do is leave this amazingness and return to the snowy hell that is NYC. Just signed my offer letter, I move back in March or April! Please, snow, be done by then!

Beamer wrote on Feb 18, 2015, 14:26:
I've been spending a lot of time of late with a dalmatian. It's one of the friendliest, sweetest dogs I've ever met, which goes against everything I know about the breed. They're so unmistakeable, too.

Creston wrote on Feb 18, 2015, 13:44:

xXBatmanXx wrote on Feb 18, 2015, 13:09:
I love my dogs almost as much as I love my wife and my son. There is nothing greater, other than family, in owning a dog.

+10000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000

BobBob wrote on Feb 18, 2015, 13:18:
Interesting, I would think the people who currently qualify to go on one way trip to Mars lack the survival instinct to return, thus should be disqualified as they do not represent the kind of individuals that are needed long-term to survive, discover, progress and colonize the planet. My logic sounds backwards but give it some more thought. Essentially, the candidates are willing to commit a 'glorious suicide', but that's not what humanity needs for a sustainable future. It would be the equivalent of testing mice in a maze and passing only those who are willing to jump over a ledge to a lower level (unable to ever return) in order to get the cheese. Sure the mouse got the cheese but in the end it died from lack of foresight -- not exactly a genetic trait that desirable to pass on. The best mouse would be one that is willing to get back and store the cheese for later.

BobBob wrote on Feb 17, 2015, 12:29:
Good morning!

Icewind wrote on Feb 17, 2015, 11:15:
Someone call Tom Hall and let him know about this. The sequel must be made.

Is Tom ok? Last I heard he had a heart attack. Would love to see him make Ananchronox 2.

BobBob wrote on Feb 11, 2015, 10:45:
Bit too hot here. Hitting the low 80's, even at the beach, due to the Santa Ana winds Should subside by Friday for the 3 day weekend.

With California facing one of the most severe droughts on record, Governor Brown declared a drought State of Emergency in January and directed state officials to take all necessary actions to prepare for water shortages. The state has continued to lead the way to make sure California is able to cope with an unprecedented drought.

WarPig wrote on Feb 10, 2015, 00:01:

I made your chili recipe on Saturday Blue, it was with my girlfriend and another couple I know

Actually, I think Blue uses beef of some kind.

Dachande wrote on Feb 7, 2015, 12:09:
Usually Red Hot Chili Peppers

SpectralMeat wrote on Feb 7, 2015, 07:23:

Sepharo wrote on Feb 7, 2015, 03:07:
You guys made it to #1.
For the first time since 2001 the most posted in thread is about games.

Yaaay!!!

Creston wrote on Feb 5, 2015, 10:31:

often hanging around the rooftops of Sanctuary like the proper Batman Zer0 I am

MELEE ZER0 OR DEATH!

I don't recall having many issues with Pete when I solo'd him, but it's possible he gets disproportionately tougher if you tackle him with a full team.

Capella wrote on Feb 4, 2015, 18:12:
Here is a link to my new puppies! http://i.imgur.com/g9fpqiY.jpg

I posted about them last night and there was a request for a pic.

Cutter wrote on Feb 2, 2015, 13:12:

TheVocalMinority wrote on Feb 2, 2015, 10:06:
I see that there are tons of these sorts of video on youtube (x social group react to y media/tech) and I'm not really sure why they exist. I just don't understand why I should care, or anyone for that matter. Can someone enlighten me? Is there something wrong with me that means I just don't get it? OK maybe that last one is a given....

Transgender octogenarians react to Bakelite radios.

Agreed. Who effing cares? Jesus, it's bad enough watching other people play games, but now you're not even doing that but just watching them for a reaction? Pathetic.

Ant wrote on Jan 31, 2015, 14:16:

Blue wrote on Jan 31, 2015, 13:59:

Ant wrote on Jan 31, 2015, 13:02:
IIRC, /. had the most comments for 9/11 too. I don't think any gaming events can beat that horrible day.

Well that sentiment is certainly true, but 9/11 is not the largest thread ever here, it was one about the Obamacare website (879 comments). This is followed by the Elite: Dangerous thread, my mom's death, 9/11, and the release of Half-Life 2, which are all the threads with over 500 comments.

When you perform a search, the list under popular threads changes to most comments all-time, rather than the past week.

Thanks Blue! How is your server handling from these top discussions?

Ant wrote on Jan 31, 2015, 13:02:
IIRC, /. had the most comments for 9/11 too. I don't think any gaming events can beat that horrible day.

Burrito of Peace wrote on Jan 30, 2015, 06:17:
<sarcasm>
Yay for videos embedded in the front page!
</sarcasm>

BobBob wrote on Jan 29, 2015, 11:32:
Well, there goes my appetite for breakfast.

Creston wrote on Jan 29, 2015, 10:47:
That's the nice thing about living on my own land. My dogs can crap wherever they like.