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I found myself in a similar situation back in the late 80's attending a U2 concert at the old JFK Stadium in Philly.   It was one of the last events at the venue, which was rapidly deteriorating.  They had standing room only festival/general admission on the field.  That stadium easily held 100,000 people in the bleachers and it was packed that night.  We were near the front but not quite there.  At some point the crowd started pushing forward and we moved with the crowd to avoid being injured.  Eventually, we made our way to the bleachers, climbed to the top row and watched the remainder of the concert from there.  From that vantage point we were able to see the people at the front getting pinned against the security railings.  I don't recall any serious injuries but there were some fists flying. 
Same as you, I have zero desire to be in the middle of that chaos, especially now as I <<<clears throat>>> approach middle age.    

I'll keep it broad and say @asianmusclebttm was everything he appears to be and more. "Good" doesn't adequately describe him as a person or provider. I'll be more than happy to answer specific questions via PM.

I fought that title being thrown on me for the longest time.  But then I saw how many younger guys are into "daddies" and embraced it.  Plus, I'm not getting any younger.  To quote Truvy in Steel Magnolias, "Honey, time marches on and eventually you realize it is marchin' across your face." 

Back in the day as a teenager, I had a pair of Bose 901 speakers which I bought used from my older brother.  I thought they were incredible.  They were also monstrosities in my 10' x 12' childhood bedroom along with a full rack of stereo equipment (amplifier, pre-amp, equalizer, cassette deck. turntable).  I can't imagine using them now considering the superior sound quality and minimal footprint of today's components.  I have a sound bar and sub-woofer in my family room.  Even without front or rear surround speakers, it feels like the room is rumbling.  I agree about the quality of Sonos and Harmon Kardon speakers, but there are other options for those who aren't "purists" or don't have the budget for higher-end speakers which provide good sound.   
 

I fought that title being thrown on me for the longest time.  But then I saw how many younger guys are into "daddies" and embraced it.  Plus, I'm not getting any younger.  To quote Truvy in Steel Magnolias, "Honey, time marches on and eventually you realize it is marchin' across your face." 

I fought that title being thrown on me for the longest time.  But then I saw how many younger guys are into "daddies" and embraced it.  Plus, I'm not getting any younger.  To quote Truvy in Steel Magnolias, "Honey, time marches on and eventually you realize it is marchin' across your face." 

That's exactly what I had to do.  I had an older, not very powerful receiver with smaller bookshelf speakers, which worked fine together.  But there weren't nearly enough watts to drive the 901's to their potential.  I purchased an Onkyo amplifier and a Numark graphic equalizer.  The difference was remarkable.  
The solid wood cabinets are beautiful.  They were heavy suckers to move between the weight of the wood and components inside

901's are still GREAT speakers as long as you have the proper receiver to drive them.  It's one of the few pieces of Bose that most audiophiles agree is worth the investment.
I'm also a fan of their snazzy mid-century design.  Beautiful cabinets.  

Back in the day as a teenager, I had a pair of Bose 901 speakers which I bought used from my older brother.  I thought they were incredible.  They were also monstrosities in my 10' x 12' childhood bedroom along with a full rack of stereo equipment (amplifier, pre-amp, equalizer, cassette deck. turntable).  I can't imagine using them now considering the superior sound quality and minimal footprint of today's components.  I have a sound bar and sub-woofer in my family room.  Even without front or rear surround speakers, it feels like the room is rumbling.  I agree about the quality of Sonos and Harmon Kardon speakers, but there are other options for those who aren't "purists" or don't have the budget for higher-end speakers which provide good sound.   
 

Absolutely true.....which is why any guy I see must drive one of these.....🤣

 

The Linc is incredible.  I like how they incorporated green energy with the wind turbines and solar panels.  
I think JFK's capacity got close to 100,000 when they included the field for concerts to accommodate the crowd.  I remember them estimating the crowd size close to that for Live Aid and the Grateful Dead. 

The Linc is incredible.  I like how they incorporated green energy with the wind turbines and solar panels.  
I think JFK's capacity got close to 100,000 when they included the field for concerts to accommodate the crowd.  I remember them estimating the crowd size close to that for Live Aid and the Grateful Dead. 

The Linc is incredible.  I like how they incorporated green energy with the wind turbines and solar panels.  
I think JFK's capacity got close to 100,000 when they included the field for concerts to accommodate the crowd.  I remember them estimating the crowd size close to that for Live Aid and the Grateful Dead. 

I'm almost certain, given a choice between this "Queen" and a blender, I'd rather put my dick in a blender!!! And I sure as hell don't plan on doin' either, so that should get the point across as to my personal regard for what "she's" reportedly offering. With that said...he may be living his best life, and has every right to! 
 
I rarely, comment on something like this in such a way, but this is ridiculous, and obviously this "provider," doesn't genuinely intend to meet a soul from the client realm. Seems the consensus here is he doesn't hafta worry about that! 
 
On topic, it's just the blurring of lines between promotion and the actual work. @jeezifonlysummed it up perfectly: Kardashian. And, yes, I have had a few of the Kardashians of RM send me messages. I ignore, and see it as a gift. I know they have no intentions of actually engaging, and it allows me to rule them out more quickly. Same when I see that OF/JFF is the lead on their ads. Good for them and best wishes, but I am moving on. 

I read reviews of the Roomba and the biggest complaint seems to be that it has issues with dark carpet.  The sensors read dark areas as a negative space, which it's programmed to avoid.  People have developed hacks to get around it, but if I'm spending several hundred dollars on a vacuum, I shouldn't need to "hack" it for it to operate properly. 
Where's Rosie when you need her?  
 

I found myself in a similar situation back in the late 80's attending a U2 concert at the old JFK Stadium in Philly.   It was one of the last events at the venue, which was rapidly deteriorating.  They had standing room only festival/general admission on the field.  That stadium easily held 100,000 people in the bleachers and it was packed that night.  We were near the front but not quite there.  At some point the crowd started pushing forward and we moved with the crowd to avoid being injured.  Eventually, we made our way to the bleachers, climbed to the top row and watched the remainder of the concert from there.  From that vantage point we were able to see the people at the front getting pinned against the security railings.  I don't recall any serious injuries but there were some fists flying. 
Same as you, I have zero desire to be in the middle of that chaos, especially now as I <<<clears throat>>> approach middle age.    

Earlier this year, someone reported Mateo Blanco won't even communicate with anyone contacting him through RM until you subscribe to his OF page and even then, he was asking for $2,500/hr.  I don't doubt it since his ad has been active over a year and he doesn't have one review. 
 
 https://rent.men/MateoBlanco

I found myself in a similar situation back in the late 80's attending a U2 concert at the old JFK Stadium in Philly.   It was one of the last events at the venue, which was rapidly deteriorating.  They had standing room only festival/general admission on the field.  That stadium easily held 100,000 people in the bleachers and it was packed that night.  We were near the front but not quite there.  At some point the crowd started pushing forward and we moved with the crowd to avoid being injured.  Eventually, we made our way to the bleachers, climbed to the top row and watched the remainder of the concert from there.  From that vantage point we were able to see the people at the front getting pinned against the security railings.  I don't recall any serious injuries but there were some fists flying. 
Same as you, I have zero desire to be in the middle of that chaos, especially now as I <<<clears throat>>> approach middle age.    

I found myself in a similar situation back in the late 80's attending a U2 concert at the old JFK Stadium in Philly.   It was one of the last events at the venue, which was rapidly deteriorating.  They had standing room only festival/general admission on the field.  That stadium easily held 100,000 people in the bleachers and it was packed that night.  We were near the front but not quite there.  At some point the crowd started pushing forward and we moved with the crowd to avoid being injured.  Eventually, we made our way to the bleachers, climbed to the top row and watched the remainder of the concert from there.  From that vantage point we were able to see the people at the front getting pinned against the security railings.  I don't recall any serious injuries but there were some fists flying. 
Same as you, I have zero desire to be in the middle of that chaos, especially now as I <<<clears throat>>> approach middle age.    

I read reviews of the Roomba and the biggest complaint seems to be that it has issues with dark carpet.  The sensors read dark areas as a negative space, which it's programmed to avoid.  People have developed hacks to get around it, but if I'm spending several hundred dollars on a vacuum, I shouldn't need to "hack" it for it to operate properly. 
Where's Rosie when you need her?  
 

I read reviews of the Roomba and the biggest complaint seems to be that it has issues with dark carpet.  The sensors read dark areas as a negative space, which it's programmed to avoid.  People have developed hacks to get around it, but if I'm spending several hundred dollars on a vacuum, I shouldn't need to "hack" it for it to operate properly. 
Where's Rosie when you need her?  
 

Marina.   It is not a vacuum, it is the name of the very nice woman who vacuums my floors and does other cleaning.  

I purchased a Dyson some years ago and am not impressed with it.  For a vacuum that’s supposed to be lightweight and easily maneuverable, it’s anything but that.  I usually go back to my old Oreck which really is lightweight and maneuverable, but I’m not sure the model I have is intended for hardwood/tile.  
My sister-in-law swears by her DirtDevil cordless  stick vacuum.  She said it’s better than any higher-end vacuum she’s used in the past.  
Dirt Devil Power Swerve Pet, Lightweight Cordless Stick Upright Vacuum Cleaner, For Carpet and Hard Floors, BD22052, Red
 

Now, how about the other guy?  I’d take him any day of the week and twice on Sundays.
 
Oh, who am I kidding?  I’d take him as many times per day as he wanted, any day of the week!  

We also refer to sprinkles as "jimmies."
https://billypenn.com/2017/03/20/jimmies-vs-sprinkles-why-philly-fights-over-what-we-call-an-ice-cream-topping/
As for @Tygerscent 's cookies.....I think a tutorial video of him making and applying the frosting is definitely needed.   😈