I learned that a lot of grown ass men (men used loosely) get butthurt way too fucking easy on here. It’s the internet........relax everyone.
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“Top 10 Things I Learned on Snipers Hide in 2019" (2nd annual)
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I learned that if you’re going to commit internet suicide, do it on the hide, because it’s just hours and hours of funny ass entertainment.
Y’all are some motivated sumbitches. I can’t keep up with all y’all’s motivation. I’m currently 26 pages behind on the motivational pic thread.
In 2019 I learned that I actually can shoot out to 1000 yards, and even hit what I’m aiming at. Thanks for all the help, tips and motivation you guys provide on this site.
Y’all are some motivated sumbitches. I can’t keep up with all y’all’s motivation. I’m currently 26 pages behind on the motivational pic thread.
In 2019 I learned that I actually can shoot out to 1000 yards, and even hit what I’m aiming at. Thanks for all the help, tips and motivation you guys provide on this site.
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I learned that Padom doesn't like being wrong.
Jeez Louise, I've had cats for over 65 years, and I've NEVER seen anything like that...!
Keep 'em comin'...
Greg
What I've learned this year, and many preceding years, is that life never turns out the way you expected, or ever could expect. I can look back a year, and realize I never saw the great majority of it coming, happening the way it did, or my life going off in its current direction. At. All.
Now maybe I'm getting a modicum of wisdom (or not...), but things today sure seem better than yesterday.
Another key thing I'm learning is that drama is not a good lifestyle. It never was, for me and for most; but it just takes So Damned Long to figure that one out.
I learned that for every project I have that's nearing completion, several more suddenly spring up saying, "Me, me...!"
As life winds down its spool, it becomes most obvious that indulging all, or many of them is unrealistic. The Wife gets cranky when I suggest an expenditure, and in all honesty, she makes valid points. She made out fabulously this Christmas, and although I wonder when it's my turn, the answer, each day is, "No, not today". That's really not so terrible after all. because the day does come; and when it's unaccompanied by drama, it's just so much the better.
Money is a finite resource, but it's not the key one; time is. I say this nearing my mid-70's, but my thinking, and maybe yours too, would be shortsighted to chalk it all up to age. If you're going to manage your time, don't wait until it's as limited as mine surely is.
There's no huge looming menace yet, just a growing bunch of small ones that are taking up far too much of my time to keep tame. That's not a rare condition at my age, and you mostly all have this to look forward to as well. I'm not kicking my own butt, that would be like whipping a dead horse. But if this little summation can help some of you younger folks to get off the butt and out into the more fun part of the time stream while you still can get a grab of a good bunch of it; then I'm accomplishing something of value.
Happy New Year, and many like it.
Greg
Now maybe I'm getting a modicum of wisdom (or not...), but things today sure seem better than yesterday.
Another key thing I'm learning is that drama is not a good lifestyle. It never was, for me and for most; but it just takes So Damned Long to figure that one out.
I learned that for every project I have that's nearing completion, several more suddenly spring up saying, "Me, me...!"
As life winds down its spool, it becomes most obvious that indulging all, or many of them is unrealistic. The Wife gets cranky when I suggest an expenditure, and in all honesty, she makes valid points. She made out fabulously this Christmas, and although I wonder when it's my turn, the answer, each day is, "No, not today". That's really not so terrible after all. because the day does come; and when it's unaccompanied by drama, it's just so much the better.
Money is a finite resource, but it's not the key one; time is. I say this nearing my mid-70's, but my thinking, and maybe yours too, would be shortsighted to chalk it all up to age. If you're going to manage your time, don't wait until it's as limited as mine surely is.
There's no huge looming menace yet, just a growing bunch of small ones that are taking up far too much of my time to keep tame. That's not a rare condition at my age, and you mostly all have this to look forward to as well. I'm not kicking my own butt, that would be like whipping a dead horse. But if this little summation can help some of you younger folks to get off the butt and out into the more fun part of the time stream while you still can get a grab of a good bunch of it; then I'm accomplishing something of value.
Happy New Year, and many like it.
Greg
Fabulous post to kick off 2020.
"Tomorrow is promised to no one"
Having lost to many people too soon in my life I try to embrace everyday as a gift.
I learned that every stinkin time I see the word Labradar, my mind sees this:
And every time someone posts about Annealeaze, well;
I'm pretty sure I'm not the only person to have thought this.
And every time someone posts about Annealeaze, well;
I'm pretty sure I'm not the only person to have thought this.
Yeah, his threads were epic. Then again, there's a few threads that require you to "wade" through ("2") the "big" bullshit as well. ??
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Oh yeah, and Centuriator is keeping him company over there as well.?
#1. Accuracy International uses key on their rifles not keymod. Do not confuse the two even though they look exactly the same to the guys that don’t own the rifle.
#2. If you start a thread about AI rifles make sure to end every post praising how awesome the rifle is regardless if you have ever seen one in person. This is besides the point. Just do it.
PS - AI’s are simply amazing, almost magical. Hopefully one day an AI will choose me. ?
edit: its keyslot.
#3. Just don’t make a AI post period. For your own safety
#2. If you start a thread about AI rifles make sure to end every post praising how awesome the rifle is regardless if you have ever seen one in person. This is besides the point. Just do it.
PS - AI’s are simply amazing, almost magical. Hopefully one day an AI will choose me. ?
edit: its keyslot.
#3. Just don’t make a AI post period. For your own safety
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#3 If you confuse Keyrail (WTF is that?) with Keyslot...and you just had your butt spanked over it...you're slipping...badly.
#4 If you start a thread about AI, poking fun, then get called out for being an ignorant idiot...then get pissed about, then delete the thread...you're probably not going to survive long around here.
#5 If someone would "wade" more into stuff using the search function instead of just wanting to bloviate, they might get a much warmer reception. Humility, not arrogance, garners a much larger response to a request for help or information. Just saying...
#4 If you start a thread about AI, poking fun, then get called out for being an ignorant idiot...then get pissed about, then delete the thread...you're probably not going to survive long around here.
#5 If someone would "wade" more into stuff using the search function instead of just wanting to bloviate, they might get a much warmer reception. Humility, not arrogance, garners a much larger response to a request for help or information. Just saying...
I have an ax and thought it was keyword. Lol
Edit key mod. Siri is a retart
Probably why one of the ai accessories made a weird noise when I bolted it on an AR
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I learned @1J04 doesnt think squirrels are delicious. I knew there was something wrong with her.
@Tucker301 has a photography merit badge. Show off.
@Dirty D is having second thoughts on the whole gay marriage thing. Didn't see that coming.
@Nik H knows how to cook. Second run of stew in the oven now.
It would take a real asshole to get mad at @barneybdb. I wish I was more like him.
@Veer_G will dangle his participle like nobody's looking. Although he wants everyone to look.
If I disagree with @pmclaine or @Redmanss, I spend a minute or two thinking about my position.
@W54/XM-388 is equally sensible, but when some strange sex stuff is mentioned he might chime in with something that makes me uncomfortable.
@ArmyJerry stands by his principles.
Most folks here are smarter than me.
There are some real dumbasses here. Sadly, you don't know who you are.
Be careful looking up any term that I don't know what it is. I've known this for a while, but have to keep reminding myself.
Epstein didn't kill himself.
@Tucker301 has a photography merit badge. Show off.
@Dirty D is having second thoughts on the whole gay marriage thing. Didn't see that coming.
@Nik H knows how to cook. Second run of stew in the oven now.
It would take a real asshole to get mad at @barneybdb. I wish I was more like him.
@Veer_G will dangle his participle like nobody's looking. Although he wants everyone to look.
If I disagree with @pmclaine or @Redmanss, I spend a minute or two thinking about my position.
@W54/XM-388 is equally sensible, but when some strange sex stuff is mentioned he might chime in with something that makes me uncomfortable.
@ArmyJerry stands by his principles.
Most folks here are smarter than me.
There are some real dumbasses here. Sadly, you don't know who you are.
Be careful looking up any term that I don't know what it is. I've known this for a while, but have to keep reminding myself.
Epstein didn't kill himself.
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I learned that when you peel away the tough exterior layers of trolling, sarcasm, and abusiveness, there are some truly amazing and generous people on here. People who give generously to someone they've never met and never will meet for no other reason than that person needs a little help or deserves a little break.
I used to think the only common thread any of us had here was our love of guns and the shooting sports, but there's more. Much more.
Some of you know what I'm talking about.
Some of you know some of it, but you have no idea how much more you've never seen.
In just a few more days, yet another "project" will be revealed. It has the potential of being our biggest one to date, although we really shouldn't gauge them that way, because they've all been BIG in their own way.
On some of the other stuff mentioned, yeah, I don't mind helping someone trying to not get ripped off if I can.
I know Frank and the other mods don't do it, but those PM's have led to the discovery and subsequent removal of a number of scammers who were looking to take one of my brother's hard earned money and make the entire experience less for all of us.
Kitty likes to hunt. Kitty likes to play with prey before the kill.
It's just the nature of the kitty.
I used to think the only common thread any of us had here was our love of guns and the shooting sports, but there's more. Much more.
Some of you know what I'm talking about.
Some of you know some of it, but you have no idea how much more you've never seen.
In just a few more days, yet another "project" will be revealed. It has the potential of being our biggest one to date, although we really shouldn't gauge them that way, because they've all been BIG in their own way.
On some of the other stuff mentioned, yeah, I don't mind helping someone trying to not get ripped off if I can.
I know Frank and the other mods don't do it, but those PM's have led to the discovery and subsequent removal of a number of scammers who were looking to take one of my brother's hard earned money and make the entire experience less for all of us.
Kitty likes to hunt. Kitty likes to play with prey before the kill.
It's just the nature of the kitty.
1. Drinking makes some folks fingers get mean(and stupid).
2. Evidently popcorn makes threads funnier.
3. AJ deserved what he got.
4. ALWAYS read what you put in the reply box BEFORE you hit "Post Reply".
5. I am, though on here for 16+ years, not entitled and would happily pay for membership.
6. After all that time, I still wouldn't change my UID here.
7. @Tucker301 is 100% spot-on about good people. They are the ones who never boast about their good deeds. And they are here.
8. I still don't know everything but even if I did I'd still pay a membership to be here.
9. AJ got what he deserved.
10. Looking forward to seeing just what 2020 brings.
2. Evidently popcorn makes threads funnier.
3. AJ deserved what he got.
4. ALWAYS read what you put in the reply box BEFORE you hit "Post Reply".
5. I am, though on here for 16+ years, not entitled and would happily pay for membership.
6. After all that time, I still wouldn't change my UID here.
7. @Tucker301 is 100% spot-on about good people. They are the ones who never boast about their good deeds. And they are here.
8. I still don't know everything but even if I did I'd still pay a membership to be here.
9. AJ got what he deserved.
10. Looking forward to seeing just what 2020 brings.
I think you spelled IUD wrong.
I learned that cheap Knockoffs are “ just as good” as real Beretta 92s.
USO scopes are just as good now as they were 10 years ago ?
USO scopes are just as good now as they were 10 years ago ?
I found out this AM that my last remaining Brother died Friday.
Unfortunately (fortunately?) we both saw it coming, and had a great nearing-the-end conversation over Thanksgiving Day.
He was 83. He died of Agent Orange induced Heart and Lung issues, FT McLellan. VA was forced not to do anything for him because the enabling legislation for A/O Poisoned Veterans of Ft McLennan has been sitting in committee in the Senate for going on a decade. God Damn Them.
RIP Robert E. Langelius, SP-4 US Army 1958-60.
Greg
Unfortunately (fortunately?) we both saw it coming, and had a great nearing-the-end conversation over Thanksgiving Day.
He was 83. He died of Agent Orange induced Heart and Lung issues, FT McLellan. VA was forced not to do anything for him because the enabling legislation for A/O Poisoned Veterans of Ft McLennan has been sitting in committee in the Senate for going on a decade. God Damn Them.
RIP Robert E. Langelius, SP-4 US Army 1958-60.
Greg
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Thank you. He'd been declining for over a decade, but it never got him down that I could see.
He taught me to love shooting, and also (earlier) to dive into flying model aircraft with a passion. He flew at the AMA Nats every year including this past year, then told me Thanksgiving that he expected it to be his last. Talking about why led us to our longer talk.
I owe him a lot of how I got to be who I am today, him and Bill. Bill was a year older, and the two were inseparable until they went into the Army. They were both shooters and model aviation fans. I taught Bob how to shoot handguns, not that I was ever any great shakes at it myself.
We both had the same health issues; he was just out there breaking trail for me, ten years out.
He leaves three Sons, and a Grandson, as well as Judy, his former Wife, with whom he never lost touch or respect.
He is deeply missed, but I doubt anyone will mourn very deeply; he just wouldn't have it that way, and his passing was an inevitable thing for the past several years.
Greg
He taught me to love shooting, and also (earlier) to dive into flying model aircraft with a passion. He flew at the AMA Nats every year including this past year, then told me Thanksgiving that he expected it to be his last. Talking about why led us to our longer talk.
I owe him a lot of how I got to be who I am today, him and Bill. Bill was a year older, and the two were inseparable until they went into the Army. They were both shooters and model aviation fans. I taught Bob how to shoot handguns, not that I was ever any great shakes at it myself.
We both had the same health issues; he was just out there breaking trail for me, ten years out.
He leaves three Sons, and a Grandson, as well as Judy, his former Wife, with whom he never lost touch or respect.
He is deeply missed, but I doubt anyone will mourn very deeply; he just wouldn't have it that way, and his passing was an inevitable thing for the past several years.
Greg
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I think he was referring to the whole thread not your post.
I was just taking a break from writing some fiction and noticed you mentioned my skills in writing "entertainment fiction" destined for foreign markets
Man that’s the truth!
I always thought that older people became, the greAter the wisdom they would garner and the more patience and maturity they would offer.
I’ve been very sorely disappointed.
Oh no. You're disappointed, what must be done to make you whole again. Please let someone know.
I been here for a long while and love it because it always brings me back to reality. Money can't buy skill, skill isn't learned on the internet, those who have to flaunt the money they spent are trying to keep you from seeing the skill they don't have and nothing replaces hard work and experience. There are still hard working very experienced shooters here.....if you can wad through the bs.
I’ve learned never to have expectations (especially from miserable, old, bottom feeding wankers (like you )!
It sucks having NOTHING BETTER TO DO than to sit in front of a computer screen during the middle of a busy day when life is just passing you by!
Thanks for making my day! ????
No problem, try preparation H on your soreness problems. Or talk to Greta, she can help you with your profound disappointment in others.
Well, Hokay; here we are staring another New Year in the eyeballs (bloodshot this year...).
From last year:
1.) 100% of the people on this site drink bourbon, scotch, or rye. (Nope, My drinks are Canadian and Ginger and Gin w/Tonic, also Rum and Coke)
2.) The average demographic is 35-60 year old Causcasian males. Averages are averages. My age make all of ya look like young whippersnappers; If I make it, I'll turn 75 this coming May.
3.) Virginia is the new Republic of China. Nope, China is comparatively free.
4.) Epstein didn't kill himself. Meh...
5.) Some folks here have wicked firearm budgets. Some folks have paltry ones, too...; so...?
6.) SH basically got Trump elected the first time around and will do so again. Miss, as good as a mile...
7.) PRS is allegedly for soyboys and snowflakes. IDK, Don't care, either.
8.) Manners group buy is a national holiday. Ditto the above.
9.) The fitness sub is the red headed step child of the forum. No opinion, I haven't run a step since back in 2004.
10.) Everyone here has a tin foil next to the keyboard just in case. Speak for yourself, Sir...
Curled up on my lap is my companion cat of 12 years. She is dying. The Vet set me up with some meds to keep her as healthy as possible while she ebbs, and comfortable. They give her three weeks. I've had cats for 70 years, this is not new. I have three more at the moment.
I've been thinking about what happens if they decide to tax or take our semis. I'll pay the tax on some, and hand over stripped frames for the rest. Law complied; as barely as possible. Fuck them. Incessantly. At least I'll have a bunch of spare parts...
Personally, I think most folks will ignore the G-Men and hide theirs. More power to them.
I may also do some face-to-face sales. No records. Perfectly legal in my state.
I have no plans made, sensible for a 74 y/o. I don't mind if the rest of my life consists of surprises, I've already had most of the bad ones, so....
I think I'll pick back up with building and flying model airplanes. Or not. Let Uncle Sugar guess... Doubt he gives a dang either way far's I'm concerned. Fine by me.
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But serially...! We're going to have to do this topic again for real in another coupla days, so I guess it's time to begin thinkin' on it. So let's get with it!
Greg
From last year:
1.) 100% of the people on this site drink bourbon, scotch, or rye. (Nope, My drinks are Canadian and Ginger and Gin w/Tonic, also Rum and Coke)
2.) The average demographic is 35-60 year old Causcasian males. Averages are averages. My age make all of ya look like young whippersnappers; If I make it, I'll turn 75 this coming May.
3.) Virginia is the new Republic of China. Nope, China is comparatively free.
4.) Epstein didn't kill himself. Meh...
5.) Some folks here have wicked firearm budgets. Some folks have paltry ones, too...; so...?
6.) SH basically got Trump elected the first time around and will do so again. Miss, as good as a mile...
7.) PRS is allegedly for soyboys and snowflakes. IDK, Don't care, either.
8.) Manners group buy is a national holiday. Ditto the above.
9.) The fitness sub is the red headed step child of the forum. No opinion, I haven't run a step since back in 2004.
10.) Everyone here has a tin foil next to the keyboard just in case. Speak for yourself, Sir...
Curled up on my lap is my companion cat of 12 years. She is dying. The Vet set me up with some meds to keep her as healthy as possible while she ebbs, and comfortable. They give her three weeks. I've had cats for 70 years, this is not new. I have three more at the moment.
I've been thinking about what happens if they decide to tax or take our semis. I'll pay the tax on some, and hand over stripped frames for the rest. Law complied; as barely as possible. Fuck them. Incessantly. At least I'll have a bunch of spare parts...
Personally, I think most folks will ignore the G-Men and hide theirs. More power to them.
I may also do some face-to-face sales. No records. Perfectly legal in my state.
I have no plans made, sensible for a 74 y/o. I don't mind if the rest of my life consists of surprises, I've already had most of the bad ones, so....
I think I'll pick back up with building and flying model airplanes. Or not. Let Uncle Sugar guess... Doubt he gives a dang either way far's I'm concerned. Fine by me.
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But serially...! We're going to have to do this topic again for real in another coupla days, so I guess it's time to begin thinkin' on it. So let's get with it!
Greg
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I'm very sorry to hear about your brother.
Mine did 3 yrs straight in Nam and is in not good shape these days. He retired from Uncles Sugar a good bit before my dumb ass could.
I reckon we all watch it play out similarly. He is retired and laughs about something, every day, to this day. What are the options?
We should all laugh when possible. That is human spirit personified IMO.
An opinion. And my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours these days.
It's never easy, but always worth it. Also an opinion. Stay strong.
1.) 100% of the people on this site claim they drink bourbon, scotch, or rye. but the recycle bin is full of White Claws and chardonnay bottles....
stay out of the PX - you will go broke
