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[*] posted on 5-10-2017 at 04:43 PM


In response to Lencho's "boom factor" Q, I used to like 'em when a teen, but as a Vet not so much. When I relocated to San Lucas Cove there were a couple of residents who were semi-pro pyro freaks, would show up with stuff smuggled down from the north (yes, they were licensed to shoot 'em off). I explained to them I had a problem with it, and asked kindly and graciously would they please, please let me know in advance even if it was 5 minutes, so i'd be prepared for it. Of course, never happened once. The beer and marg's would flow, and BOOM would go the mortar. More than once I was on the carpet.

My point being, if you have ANYONE near you at least have the decency to take a stroll, tell 'em your intentions of pyrotechnics, and they can get their dog or their Vets (not the dog's vet) inside.
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[*] posted on 5-10-2017 at 07:02 PM
After a Lifetime of Observation ................


It doesn't appear that an [Adult] enthusiasm for explosive Fireworks AND consideration for the feelings of neighbors resides in the same psyche.

On the contrary, there seems to be an allied objective and enthusiasm for irritating the non-participants in the area.

Confirmed often enough by the disinclination to take those explosives a distance away when there were endless miles of deserted beach available.
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[*] posted on 5-10-2017 at 09:54 PM


Quote: Originally posted by MrBillM  
I saw in the newspaper where a stockpile of Fireworks went BOOM in TJ.

Killing 14.

That's Life.

Every once in awhile, I would see those on the beach in Percebu get their "just deserts", though (unfortunately) no fatalities.

The BEST I personally witnessed was an imbecile with a beer bottle in one hand setting off M-80s near his camping spot with his wife yelling and their infant screaming its head off. After a number of them, he was leaning over and suddenly BOOM !

HE SCREAMED. He grabbed his arm and was running around in pain. THEY quickly threw everything into the back of their vehicle and roared off.

Presumably, to seek medical care in SF.

With a smile, I said to my wife "that DOES give you a warm feeling, doesn't it" ?

ONCE in awhile, people get what they deserve.

[Edited on 5-10-2017 by MrBillM]


For some reason I can envision your wife getting a warm feeling when she cuts off your peker for all the miserable and boring years you put her through. And she'll say you got what you deserved.


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[*] posted on 5-11-2017 at 08:40 AM


Don't apologize for liking fireworks and don't get how many dislike them. When Rancho Pescadero has a wedding, there will be fireworks on the beach. The ground shakes and the night sky lights up. Bliss.

M-80s, barrel bombs, cherry bombs, make my own bombs. Louder the better. Sorry to neighbors and Vets out there. Dogs can be trained to love fireworks. It's a celebration, people.

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[*] posted on 5-11-2017 at 09:15 AM
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I am always encouraged whenever those whom I consider "lesser" beings demonstrate traits which confirm my characterizations.

So, obviously, I can't be bothered by negative expressions which reinforce said opinions.

The juvenile fixation with the explosive fireworks that display no artistics, but simply shake the windows and ground, is a mystery to me, but I have noticed over the many years that those with that enthusiasm DO exhibit other characteristics consistent with a lack of maturity and intellect.

Given that I don't expect to (often) come in contact with said fireworks in the future, they are no longer a concern of mine.

Except for the rare instance in which someone in the neighborhood sets one or more off. And, I call it in to Law Enforcement.

I DO enjoy reading of incidents like the one in TJ.

Schadenfreude is good.

I have to admit to a chuckle over the ignorant attempt by JZ to incite anger. One shouldn't feel anger towards those whom he has no respect.

And, I don't.

Given that mi esposa DETESTS those fireworks with a passion that exceeds mine and has expressed the thought that they should ALL die, she isn't likely to feel antipathy towards ME.

Besides, both of us having had the misfortune of earlier marriages, appreciate how lucky we are to have found each other.

Something which she has continually said to friends and acquaintances.

The feeling is mutual.

As is our opinion of Rude Juvenile Behavior.

[Edited on 5-11-2017 by MrBillM]
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[*] posted on 5-11-2017 at 09:16 AM


Quote: Originally posted by Lee  
Don't apologize for liking fireworks and don't get how many dislike them. When Rancho Pescadero has a wedding, there will be fireworks on the beach. The ground shakes and the night sky lights up. Bliss.

M-80s, barrel bombs, cherry bombs, make my own bombs. Louder the better. Sorry to neighbors and Vets out there. Dogs can be trained to love fireworks. It's a celebration, people.

Let 'er RIP, JZ.


absolutely! remember JZ is totin' a 13 and a 15 year old, thats what kids come to mexico for! :yes:
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[*] posted on 5-11-2017 at 09:52 AM


Yep!



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[*] posted on 5-11-2017 at 11:30 AM


Great story. Here's mine.

Bought my first house (a repo) while single in my early 20's and had a couple extra bedrooms. My best friend had finished college and taken a job close by so was staying with me. One day we started having a firecracker war where we were running around the yard and tossing firecrackers at each other. He decided to take a shortcut through the house and surprise me in the front yard. Just as he lit a string of firecrackers and opened the front door, I pulled the door shut and held it closed. He panicked and immediately started yelling for me to open the door so he could get rid of the lit firecrackers. Nope, I held the door closed and listened to that string go off in the living room. 40+ years later we still laugh about it.
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[*] posted on 5-11-2017 at 12:12 PM


I like the funny stories like this one:light:

http://articles.latimes.com/1999/feb/08/sports/sp-6159

Just another big kid who thought explosives where cool.

[Edited on 5-11-2017 by chippy]
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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 01:04 PM


Huh?:?:
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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 06:13 PM


Quote: Originally posted by chippy  
I like the funny stories like this one:light:

http://articles.latimes.com/1999/feb/08/sports/sp-6159

Just another big kid who thought explosives where cool.

[Edited on 5-11-2017 by chippy]


Boating, fishing, drinking and explosives! Boy's toys paradise! Like mom always says, it's all fun and games until someone gets hurt!
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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 06:34 PM


Quote: Originally posted by mtgoat666  


Boating, fishing, drinking and explosives! Boy's toys paradise! Like mom always says, it's all fun and games until someone gets hurt!


Your mother ran off with another dude when you were 5, didn't she?
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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 07:00 PM


Cmon guys, really?



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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 07:14 PM


Hey...after the post above mine...He gets no slack...sick bastard..



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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 07:34 PM


it's the chuckles and Goatmeat hour both you guys need to post in OT where nobody gives a F..k what you talk about ,both have nothing good to say about any topic. :(:( it's so obvious you guys ain't got anything better to do,sorry chuckie get on some different MEDS

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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 07:46 PM


Hey Hey!



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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 08:11 PM


Quote: Originally posted by JZ  
Quote: Originally posted by mtgoat666  


Boating, fishing, drinking and explosives! Boy's toys paradise! Like mom always says, it's all fun and games until someone gets hurt!


Your mother ran off with another dude when you were 5, didn't she?


Your momma's so fat she sat on an iPhone and it turned into an iPad!
Your wife's so fat she cuts herself and gravy pours out!
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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 08:20 PM


Yo Momma wears army shoes, JZ...



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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 08:20 PM


Boy I hope you two don't go to the same doctor for your MEDS



So understand dont waste your time always searching for those wasted years
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[*] posted on 5-12-2017 at 08:29 PM


Pretty stuck on the Meds, aint ya...Whatcha usin?



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