BeerGoat

There was a '147' mod that was put on the server years back. It was a good mod and balanced - everything had a counter. And so many player cried endlessly until 146 was put back on the server. There was a perk where you could steal someone's kill streaks - imagine the crying that made people do. There was a trophy system that completely blocked tubes and other explosions. All kinds of good stuff - but everyone is lazy and didn't want to learn anything new. I think we all see that in real life now too - everyone is fucking scared to change anything and is lazy on top of that. 
I thought it was a good update and wish it would have stayed but 146 was put back to oppose it and the majority of people wanted to play it instead of 147. Ultimately people will go where the most people go. 

I feel this and I am from Missouri.

Today, we're going to hear from GhostFaceJim:
1.  So, GhostFaceJim, how many Fests have you attended?
I have attended two Fests!  Georgia and Tennessee.  The last two years!
2.  And who or what got you interested in going?
I have always wanted to go, but it was always seemed too far for me to travel or just not a great time for a vacation.  "I like to drive on vacations rather than fly"
3.  Which activity(ies) would you say you like the most?
Going to the gun ranges are at the top of my list.  Both times I was able to fire guns I have never gotten my hot little hands on before!
4.  Do you bring anyone else along, or do you attend alone?
The first time no, but the second time I dragged my Brother along.
5.  So, were you nervous to attend your first Fest?
I was nervous as I am an introvert, but had the best time ever making friends in person!
6.  That's pretty awesome! So, what is your funniest or favorite memory from a Fest?
My favorite memory was going and renting Humvees and shooting all kinds of amazing machine guns and that freaking flame thrower!  I was in the military/infantry and had more fun that day on the range than ever before!
7.  Finally, what would you say to someone who's never been to XI Fest?
You should come and have fun!  Even if it is for one day if you are in the area!  One year Extremekille showed up just for the afternoon and we probably had the bestest time ever just making friends, going to lunch then the range!
Yes, I do remember that!  And, to let everyone know, XI Fest isn't just for XI members.  There have been several non-XI members who have come to meet us, or who have stayed the whole time with us and had just as much fun as all of the XtremeIdiots  

@Bing , I think you should make it to this year's 😎

We're going to be interviewing various XI Fest attendees to get their perspective of XI Fest.  It is our hope that more of you will consider joining us this year after hearing about their experiences 😎❤️
Let's start off with asking a few questions of XI's founder, Rugger:
So, Rugger, how did the idea for XI Fest come about? After 6 years of the clan running, we thought it was time to have a meet up and see how it went. It was a huge success and we've been doing it ever since (except Covid years)
How many Fests have there been? 11, this year will be #12
What has been the biggest turnout?  57 Nashville, 53 Niagara Falls - a close 2nd
Does everyone stay the entire time?  Some come for a day and just visit and leave, others stay the whole time. 
What sparked the switch from getting a block of hotel rooms to renting a house?  Once the Fests started getting bigger, we couldn't hang in hotel rooms anymore without security coming up all the time. That's when we knew it was time to switch and look for larger houses and man it was the best thing we did. These houses we get are massive! 
Who's traveled the furthest to attend?  Bosun (AU), Olive (FR), Duc (UK)
Have you ever missed a Fest? I missed one in Canada
What's your favorite or funniest Fest memory? There are so many, Side Bets come to mind first. Syckle tripping down the stairs, Johnny Nashville have a little too much to drink, hanging with Johnny Dos and hearing his vast knowledge of weed. Trying to find Bob Barker in the camp ground and using his game name and not his real name. Seeing the stars and planets with ghostfacejims telescope, seeing Angus and Syckle leg wrestle. I could go on and on. 
Do you think it's worth spending the money for 5 days/4 nights?  I would do it without hesitation if you can, or just come make a visit for the day it's so worth it. The house actually works out being cheaper than a hotel room in most cases. 
What would you say to someone who's never attended before? There are so many people that were nervous to come, like I'm sure everyone is that is thinking about coming the first time, but within 5 mins you will understand why 90% of those same people come back year after year. The comradery you get at these Fests is what it's all about,  you just hang with these people and have great conversations, you get to know the personally, you get to know their spouses or friends who ever they bring if they bring someone. You don't have to drink, we have plenty of people who don't drink and have a great time and keep coming back year after year. We plan some activities but you don't have to do them, you can just chill at the house or go off on your own. I can't be more clear on this, if you like this clan and the people you will LOVE these Fests, we have the greatest times, we laugh our asses off, we play yard games, we play cards, we watch sports, we jam out to music, we have camp fires. If you're on the fence about coming to one, just do it, you will not regret it
 
 
 

Dean, do you have your mic plugged into your PC?  Not 100% sure, but COD4 may be one that looks for a mic device.

Just went on sale as well!

It's been a busy week with Cool Change.
She got lettered finally.   My wife and I (and the dogs) spent most of the weekend scrubbing, cleaning and shampooing the carpets.  I think we scrubbed several layers of skin off our hands and fingers.  But she is starting to look really good.  Still have along way to go, though.  We had a chance this afternoon to drop the anchor in our favorite cove and just chill and enjoy a libation....or two.

R I P my friend

 

Took sometime but got it going lol, now just need to get my head around the tools again will keep you posted ....... ps forgot to take picture of the tunnel
 

Everything in that truck bed is destroyed....

Like to see it when they open that tail gate again lol.

I have vegetables and meat in the yard, just in case what you’re saying comes true! I can cook, maybe not as good as @RobMc!
 

Who needs conspiracy theories? Turn the news on for 30 seconds & you can see all the disasters coming in to play in real time.
White house that claims drag queens are the soul of the nation. China buying up third world nations by sinking them into unpayable debt. The two most industrialized & populous nations ditching the dollar & doing deals with their own currency. Summit of "democracy" openly laughed at, because nothing but dictators attended. End of Western civilization as we once knew it. The rotary oscillator has only just begun to sling shit.
Keep your powder dry, and sharpen your knives, it's going to be bare survival time shortly.

Dadant sells them put together and painted for less than that FYI

I have 3 hives and setting 3 more up this spring, bees are supposed to be here mid-April, I'm pretty sure it varies on location.  Now the baby chicks.... they won't be here till the end of august.

I have 3 hives and setting 3 more up this spring, bees are supposed to be here mid-April, I'm pretty sure it varies on location.  Now the baby chicks.... they won't be here till the end of august.

I have 3 hives and setting 3 more up this spring, bees are supposed to be here mid-April, I'm pretty sure it varies on location.  Now the baby chicks.... they won't be here till the end of august.

I have 3 hives and setting 3 more up this spring, bees are supposed to be here mid-April, I'm pretty sure it varies on location.  Now the baby chicks.... they won't be here till the end of august.

Some faces we haven't seen in a while 
@Demonio @AthenA @FunStick @Janey @El_Terrible @Hawk @blk_plague @E-raser @Magnus_1 @pitbullpete @Ruggerxi @GhostfaceJim @Syckle @Primetime @Jedi-Jack @Cooper
@Buddy @BlackRose @McGrim @MordBlack @Lovyan @Hoth @iBrock @iboomboom @Roxy! @Johnny3Time @tacobill @JoeCamel @THE MEEK @StormCrow @BeerGoat @WeednFeed @Timmah!
Join in the fun tomorrow evening! 

Clean sweet water for Timmah!!
No more lugging cumbersome water jugs to & fro to pay 40 cents a gallon for RO water from the store.
Water from the tap here is 220-250 ppm & loaded with Fluoride, Chlorine & Chloramines.  Bad for you & your kidneys; and that's not even considering all the contaminants for which your local water company doesn't test. 
Cost about $190.00 & took a little over an hour to install with the watchful eye of my supervisor. 
 

You'll wonder how you did without it. I use RO for drinking, coffee, & cooking. Our water is hard as a rock, and destroys water softeners & valves. So nice to have a coffee maker last for years, not months. Not to mention putting clear ice cubes in your glass.

News was not good i have fibrosis

A woman walks out of the shower, winks at her boyfriend, and says, "Honey, I shaved myself down there. Do you know what that means?" The boyfriend says, "Yeah, it means the drain is clogged again."

Feels like you are running in honey.  Map starts out great or "normal" then it just feels like you slow down over time.