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Powdered Milk. Haven't thought about that crap for years. We used to mix it with Nestle's Quik to make it tolerable. Funny we went through so much Nestle's Quik that my folks probably never saved a dime by cheaping out and not buying real milk. Got the quik at the grocery store but my folks probably should have ordered it direct from the factory...by the yard One car family and my Dad worked shifts. So if I had a hockey game or practice..it was walk to the arena. Approx 4 miles each way...slugging hockey gear in the cold. My son NEVER had to walk to the arena...EVER. Most families where in the same boat. And it wasn't just hockey...we walked or rode our bikes EVERYWHERE. Most from my generation probably walked more before they where 12 years old then most people these days ever will there entire lives. I'm not complaining...I didn't mind it at all...that's just the way it was. Once you where 16 and old enough to drive, weekend's where grab a box of beer and jump in the car and drink & drive. Not real proud of that now...and I'm glad that has changed...but again that's just the way it was. We lived a mile out of town and every boy had a PELLET GUN...and I don't know anyone who ever got hurt. God help you if you where a black squirrel or a starling though Used to be able to pedal our bikes into the hardware store and buy our own pellets too, all you had to do was have the money. I also remember hardly ever wearing a shirt in the summer. As soon as it warmed up for the day, if you where outside playing or working and a guy, you where shirtless. No way you could do that now. 30 minutes in my veggie garden and I have to retire to the shade or put a long sleeve shirt on or I will be as red as a beet. In 1981 I started working for the company I am still with today. Starting wage was $6.85/hour ...within 3 years I was up to $12.44, which was pretty decent then. However the last 25 years my wages have not increased that fast. Like most production environment jobs, I think wages have not kept pace with inflation. Overall today your money doesn't go as far. Great thread...let's hear some more.

Thx again for the humor Bruce. I stole one for my signature

Hell I remember when I could get a chocolate bar a pop and a bag of chips for 25cents...and then pedal my bike back to the variety store for the 2 cent deposit on my bottle AND it was uphill both ways

Some real gems there Bruce. Thx for sharing. I was truly laughing out loud for several of them. Hope your hospital visits are short and not very often.

Since reading your original post I have spoke to several at work who say his show now is superior to what he used to do on the Q. All by brother in law who lives up your way on Ramsey Lake ever has on in his car is Stern.

He used to be on the Q here in the GTA. At first found him to be well spoken and comical. Then the odd show where he was just a little over the top, rude and childish...maybe it was that time of the month for him Then the humor that I found distasteful started happening more and more..so I turned him off. Don't miss him at all and could care less what he does. Just not my cup of tea.

Thx for the update Beansie. Having the pleasure of meeting Jackie a few times I'm sure it will do Jack nothing but good being home with her again. Nothing picks you up more when your not 100% then being home. One day at a time Jack. Debbe and I send our best.

Thx again Terry. Mine came Monday as well.

Again Ryan sorry I have no album to recommend. But the following is my all time favourite Christmas song and video. Great song, the video is well done and I just flat out admire this individual and his family for the road taken to help him to pursue his dream of being a musician. Hope you all enjoy it.

Don't mind it so much in the malls...but it drives me crazy when my fav radio station starts playing the Christmas tunes so early. A month of Christmas tunes in the car all the time is just too much for me. Wish I could help you with some suggestions for albums Ryan...but I really don't have any Christmas "Favourites"

Rappers from the state of Minnesota...that fish too...prolly the only 2 in the whole state

Lotsa yummy Musky chowder made after that video was taken

Note to self...NEVER EVER get a garbage disposal...or get rid of the cat beforehand. Thx Brian for the heads ups.

Thx for posting that Ron..I look for it every year. We ALL owe them our thanks and gratitude.

Thx for the fish porn Mike. Always enjoy you pictures and words. About the other stuff, hang tough. If "C" is the worst part of it then I hope for you to have the same recovery as my brother. He went through it at 24 and had his second child 2 years afterwards and hasn't looked back. Good luck with whatever comes your way

Only cause I fish hardwater so much...but I would rank portable shelters up there somewhere.

I'm not a hunter...and that's still FUNNY Sorry Brian. But I did get a good chuckle out of that. Phil didn't your folks teach you anything about provoking newfies with guns BTW Rickster thanx for sharing your pics, congrats. Looks like you got a future hunting partner for sure.

Fingers and whatever crossed here as well. I hope everything works out well.

Nothing I can say that has not already been said. My thoughts are with Jennifer to fight through this and for all of the family supporting her.

The picture looks nice...but almost double the price of comparable Clam products. Good luck to them. I'm very happy with my Fish Trap Pro.

That's what I call CHROME!!! Thx for sharing

Thx Terry I just took care of mine until the end of 2013

Being a non hunter I don't get the chance very often for wild game. My old boss and his wife used to invite us over for dinner and Elanor could make anything taste great. Had some great fish dinners there and her moose stew was to die for. A few years ago Buckster a fellow OFC'er shared some venison with me from a deer I believe his father got. I turned the choicer cuts into bacon wrapped fillets and made a stew out of the rest. Enjoyed every bite of it all. Enjoy your friends generosity Chris and thx for sharing.

Never been out for a GTG...but they sound like fun. Someday hopefully. However from things I have read on this Board from the past and now with this thread...NO WAY EVER...Merland's will ever see me. I just can't bring myself to do business with such people. Glad you found out when you did Lew & Phil.

Good one Thx for sharing