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??? There were four brothers, one not in the group, 3 have died................ I think. Have to go check,

Perhaps "Hunting, Fishing, Shooting and Boating" should become simply "Sports"? More across the board topic appeal with by being less forum specific yet still meeting the intent of the original forum title. Might increase participation by covering a broader base of interests. Thoughts?

Two Colt Pyhtons recently bought. Both in mint condition, probably never fired except for factory test rounds (2). As a gun ethusiast I see firearms as some see art. Many, as with the two shown here, are bought to be admired and probably will never be shot. Many anti-gunners or non-shooters would have no understanding of that sentiment yet they might spend money on abstract or modern art which I cannot stand. Philadelphia has some of the damndest things they call art like a clothes pin or the latest abomination at the Barnes Gallery that looks like the German SS symbol. (http://features.blog...art-collection/)

My latest addition that joins with the 4" Colt Python in previous post as a "Safe Queen". A 6" Colt Python, .357,6", blued and unfired. Again a Python in pristine condition. I understand that unless you are a gun nut like me you will not understand the pleasure in owning classic guns that you may never shoot. I have a Walther PPK bought many years ago, back in the early 60's, that for one reason or another I have never shot. Now it has so much value it will not be shot. It is an original made in Germany version, no import marks. But here is the Python first and Walther second: Don't go by the date when photo of Walther was taken, that was when I started taking pics of guns for insurance records if ever needed.

Newest purchase. Colt Python, .357, 4", Bright Stainless. "Some firearm collectors and writers such as Jeff Cooper, Ian V. Hogg, Chuck Hawks, Leroy Thompson, Renee Smeets and Martin Dougherty have described the Python as the finest production revolver ever made." I have another one coming probably by Saturday, a 6" Blued Python. Will post when it arrives.

Maybe no joke: http://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/6dbBfXCMbH4?rel=0

Put it in the microwave.

I dropped out awhile ago and I was good for well more than 30 votes a month because on many days I am at multiple PC's where I could vote again. Just not worth the time or effort. Beides it's bogus, "fool me once shame on you, fool me twice shame on me" applies.

http://www.imageblog.co.nz/viewimage.cfm?image=8037

It's the Texas version, all screwed up. NP here in PA.

And props to the local media for reporting as it did and not castigating the Marines for Vigilante Justice. "Round up all those bad boys and hang em high in the street for all the people to see"

Billy, FYI I am a blue collar union auto worker worker for most of my life, also spent some time as a floor supervisor. Bottom line is that I too did not start saving until after 40 years of age. Put 3 kids through 2 years each of community college and one with the final 2 years at Villanova for a nursing degree. I am now over 68 years old and have over one million in cash assets by way of 401', IRA's, stock and personal savings. It can be done and you must persevere and establish a regular savings pattern. And least you think I have been cheap and squirrled all my money away let me assure you I did not. I have two homes, two cars, a married off daughter ($$$) and have always enjoyed a nice two week vacation. This year I have rented an ocean front home in the Outer Banks of NC big enough for my whole damn family. Oh, and I recently bought a Regal 2000 boat, cost more than my cars. This certainly may sound like bragging but I am only trying to make the point that it is not too late for you and most other visitors to this forum. I was not left any money, my wife and I earned everything we got and tried to save and invest wisely. I assure you if I had only put the money into a bank account I might only have 25% of what I have today, probably even less. It takes discipline and sound investing habits. And be very careful of your "own hand", be sure you do research and homework. Without research and homework your own hand holds a high potential for more harm than good. I wish you good luck.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iD3cgDRsDck

A weepy Kudos to the boy and for the post.

Nuf said.

Key point, don't play stocks if you can't afford to lose. It is basically legalized gambling but you can reduce risk by research. Personally I like Morningstar. www.morningstar.com/

Sort of my point. There are professional ways to handle emotional issues, a website such as this to me seems out of place and more of a reachout for attention rather than serious help. Hence my drama opinion. Call me skeptical if you wish but even if I am right help is needed either way. I just call into question the reason. Family, friends, doctors and social services are the best resources available, not here. You run into people like me who would just say shut up and man up.

Used to use Ameritrade, no problems. Now rather conservative with most money in mutual funds via Vanguard (VIPSX, VWEHX), Schwab (HARL, STHTX) and Smith Barney (CSRSX, SGENX). I also have money invested with a broker who works through my bank. Just bought AMAT, GE, TOT and TEVA, at the moment but am only one day in and tend to hold. Also have MPA, a tax free municipal bond fund and VFIIX, a Vanguard GNMA where my retirement and SS checks go. I have no bank savings account and keep a minimum in a bank checking account because interest rates suck. Thinking about ETF's which hold a certain appeal for investing.

I am serious, life is not about drama like a stage play. People need to get about their business and confront issues without the drama.

Tune in for Drama Central.

My garden is at the local supermarket. Lot less work. BTW I like that you do not have things crowded together. Good use of space.

I hope your garden turns out better than your image links.

Congrats, always good to hear of someone back to work and to boot what appears to be a good job. Not to throw water on your fire but most likely there is no "TRIPLE" time. You are likely paid double time for working the holiday but the other 8 hours, for the holiday, is most likely already yours whether you work or not. Just a technical detail from an anal union dude. But anyway good news and I hope you find the job satisfying. Be sure to put some of that OT into a nest egg.

C'mon HXTR, tell us how you really feel. After all, you are from Texas.