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by BearDown89
Tue Feb 02, 2021 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kids
Replies: 283
Views: 18636

Re: Kids

Congrats man. Piece of cake. Two girls, 28 and 21. Be a good dude and she will be a good girl. Shoot straight, be open and honest, respect her mom, and she will grow up with all the confidence she needs to handle herself. That's not to say, however, that you won't worry about her forever! It's part ...
by BearDown89
Tue Jan 19, 2021 4:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marijuana
Replies: 205
Views: 19186

Re: Marijuana

Lots of good comments here. I guarantee you that Idaho will be the last place in the USA to legalize. Currently have to drive an hour to the Oregon border to a shop with a parking lot full of Idaho plates. It's hysterical. Of course, I haven't been since the before times, but my stash lasts me a lon...
by BearDown89
Fri Dec 18, 2020 11:29 am
Forum: Arizona Football
Topic: New Coach Hot Board
Replies: 1012
Views: 43539

Re: New Coach Hot Board

This is a text from my best friend. He coached at BSU a long time ago under Pokey Allen and coached Harsin when he was a walk on at BSU. Longtime high school football coach in the Boise area at several different schools and well-connected to the local HS football scene. I texted him when I saw these...
by BearDown89
Wed Oct 21, 2020 10:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dinner Tonight
Replies: 3586
Views: 192948

Re: Dinner Tonight

Chicken Adobo in the instant pot. I've done that a couple times. Very easy and always good Never disappoints. Plus, like 5-6 servings with rice for less than $10. What are your ingredients for the adobo? I do green chile pork all the time, which at its most basic is nothing more than a hunk of pork...
by BearDown89
Tue Oct 20, 2020 10:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dinner Tonight
Replies: 3586
Views: 192948

Re: Dinner Tonight

Chicken Adobo in the instant pot. I've done that a couple times. Very easy and always good Never disappoints. Plus, like 5-6 servings with rice for less than $10. What are your ingredients for the adobo? I do green chile pork all the time, which at its most basic is nothing more than a hunk of pork...
by BearDown89
Mon Oct 19, 2020 7:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dinner Tonight
Replies: 3586
Views: 192948

Re: Dinner Tonight

Had sous vide beer brats, german potato salad, homemade pretzels and cheese dip, and a homemade apple bundt cake tonight while sampling about 20 different beers. https://i.ibb.co/KrvrryT/PXL-20201017-221146312.jpg Well done SD. Those look great. Have you made them before? And here I am, back on my ...
by BearDown89
Thu Oct 15, 2020 8:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dinner Tonight
Replies: 3586
Views: 192948

Re: Dinner Tonight

dovecanyoncat wrote:You're going to Hell.
And you're coming with me, ain't ya . . . :D
by BearDown89
Wed Oct 14, 2020 1:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dinner Tonight
Replies: 3586
Views: 192948

Re: Dinner Tonight

Imma need you to get on the pics. But that is great to hear. Food really does open all kinds of doors. Too bad it makes me fat and will kill me early. *shrug* Definitely gained some weight back with her here. I'm trying to get back in my no/low carb groove, but it's hard when she makes delicious un...
by BearDown89
Wed Oct 14, 2020 11:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dinner Tonight
Replies: 3586
Views: 192948

Re: Dinner Tonight

Since getting laid off I have become the head chef and meal planner at home. Five months in and I’m starting to transition from “oh shit this is stressful as fuck” to “oh shit they’re going to love this” and it truly is a beautiful thing. Their really isn't a feeling quite like serving up something...
by BearDown89
Tue Oct 13, 2020 2:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dinner Tonight
Replies: 3586
Views: 192948

Re: Dinner Tonight

https://i.imgur.com/EKUtOLK.jpg French Onion Soup Grilled Cheese Swiss cheese and caramelized onions on grilled Italian bread. This one was the wife’s (hence the salad). I had mine with Lobster Bisque. Fucking fantastic. Grilled onions in a grilled cheese sounds excellent. Will try. Daughter and I ...
by BearDown89
Fri Oct 09, 2020 11:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RIP Notable Figures
Replies: 922
Views: 90992

Re: RIP Notable Figures

Whitey Ford, possibly the greatest pitcher in Yankees history, died today at 91. Got to watch him pitch once in an Old Timers game at Yankee Stadium back in the early 90s. He threw high and tight to Reggie Jackson and the whole stadium gave him a standing ovation. It was fucking hysterical. Rest In...
by BearDown89
Tue Sep 29, 2020 12:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Thanks for posting those photos. Had some good times around there in the Sawtooths. Is that high peak in your pics Castle Peak? You bet! No, that is just an unnamed peak at 10,600 feet to the southwest of Castle Peak - not far away though. I'm looking southwesterly there so Castle Peak is to my lef...
by BearDown89
Mon Sep 28, 2020 2:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Already snow geez. Meanwhile still 100 in Tucson. Looks beautiful Yup, seasons change fast up there. Stanley is 6,200 feet. This was my set up at the trailhead Friday night at 8,700 feet. It poured rain for hours and then by Saturday morning it turned to a wet snow. The tarp is for Jeep/car camping...
by BearDown89
Mon Sep 28, 2020 1:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Chicat wrote:Dude, that’s fucking amazing.
Thanks Chi. Was up there with 4 kids half my age. Kicked my ass scrambling around after them. It's cliche, but these pics don't even begin . . .
by BearDown89
Mon Sep 28, 2020 12:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Another weekend backpacking in the White Clouds Wilderness near Stanley, Idaho. Weather was really unstable and obscured much of the sweeping views of this range, but it was still atmospheric and cool. Topped out and 10,107 feet at this high point on this ridge. https://uniim1.shutterfly.com/ng/serv...
by BearDown89
Tue Sep 15, 2020 3:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Moving
Replies: 32
Views: 1612

Re: Moving

My youngest brother in OV wants to downsize, and still live in the NW, something smaller, in the 230K to 270K range. Every house he has been interested in sold with in 1-4 days. This house was listed at $255K, sold at $270K. CASH! https://www.flexmls.com/cgi-bin/mainmenu.cgi?cmd=url+other/run_publi...
by BearDown89
Tue Sep 15, 2020 3:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Moving
Replies: 32
Views: 1612

Re: Moving

Good luck and good for you guys weathering the long term in the house. I didn't realize you guys were 34. I've moved plenty and I'll probably do it again, but no great stories there. My daughter is moving from San Francisco to Portland (I don't want to hear it!). She rented the last UHaul in the Bay...
by BearDown89
Fri Aug 21, 2020 3:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Yes BD 89! This is a bucketlist place for me! Awesome photos! Thank you! So many trails, peaks, lakes, loops, and options, plus the Boulder White Clouds are a whole 'nother range across the highway. Let me know if you ever want to discuss, I have a pretty good feel for the area - Stanley, Redfish L...
by BearDown89
Fri Aug 21, 2020 1:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Yes BD 89! This is a bucketlist place for me! Awesome photos! Thank you! So many trails, peaks, lakes, loops, and options, plus the Boulder White Clouds are a whole 'nother range across the highway. Let me know if you ever want to discuss, I have a pretty good feel for the area - Stanley, Redfish L...
by BearDown89
Fri Aug 21, 2020 1:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Been doing a lot of hiking and backpacking in Idaho's Sawtooth Wilderness this summer. Countless stunning peaks and high mountain lakes all throughout the Sawtooth range. Lots of quality time with my daughters too. https://uniim1.shutterfly.com/ng/services/mediarender/THISLIFE/005084665725/media/167...
by BearDown89
Fri Jul 17, 2020 10:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why I Own The World
Replies: 866
Views: 63017

Re: Why I Own The World

Chicat wrote:
Thanks for posting Chi. Lots of articles here. Will read . . .
by BearDown89
Fri Jul 17, 2020 10:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why I Own The World
Replies: 866
Views: 63017

Re: Why I Own The World

I still think everything in the home sale and rental market is going to crash when the no eviction order and extra unemployment expire and with no additional stimulus checks. This is why I'm being patient and looking without anxiety. I'm in no rush and content where I am. I'm not going to pay top d...
by BearDown89
Fri Jul 17, 2020 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why I Own The World
Replies: 866
Views: 63017

Re: Why I Own The World

azgreg wrote:What is the current rate?

Last I checked in with my local credit union (a couple weeks ago) it was 2.875% so I increased my budget to open up my market, but it still hasn't netted more or any decent listings.
by BearDown89
Fri Jul 17, 2020 8:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why I Own The World
Replies: 866
Views: 63017

Re: Why I Own The World

Wife and I are debt free minus her federally subsidized student loans. Just were pre-qualified easily for our max budget on a house. Feels pretty good. Of course we don't want to spend that much. And the economy is tanking. And the last time I bought a house was 2005 and that turned out to be a hor...
by BearDown89
Tue Jul 14, 2020 12:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

CalStateTempe wrote:3 year dream came true sat at 10:30.

Finally got to the top of Mt. Shasta.

It ruled

It was hard as hell.

I want to go back.

Pics forthcoming.
Right on CST! Congrats - that's a hell of an accomplishment! Looking forward to your photos and write up. Well done. Well done.
by BearDown89
Mon May 04, 2020 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dinner Tonight
Replies: 3586
Views: 192948

Re: Dinner Tonight

My daughter's birthday dinner was on point. Her mother even commented that the green chile cornbread was reminiscent of the tamale pie at El Corral.
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by BearDown89
Fri Apr 24, 2020 8:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Depression and Anxiety Thread
Replies: 350
Views: 22519

Re: Mental Health in the age of Covid-19

I've been walking on the greenbelt almost every day. We are in SE Boise so it's not too busy. I see lots of cyclist on the other side of the river. My walks have been keeping me sane. When I get my bikes up to Boise, I'll be getting some vigorous exercise Welcome 84! Are you new to Boise? Man, I dr...
by BearDown89
Fri Apr 24, 2020 4:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Depression and Anxiety Thread
Replies: 350
Views: 22519

Re: Mental Health in the age of Covid-19

I've been walking on the greenbelt almost every day. We are in SE Boise so it's not too busy. I see lots of cyclist on the other side of the river. My walks have been keeping me sane. When I get my bikes up to Boise, I'll be getting some vigorous exercise Welcome 84! Are you new to Boise? Man, I dr...
by BearDown89
Fri Apr 24, 2020 3:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Depression and Anxiety Thread
Replies: 350
Views: 22519

Re: Mental Health in the age of Covid-19

Good stuff fellas. I'm definitely prone to high anxiety so I can get a little wound up with fear and loathing. My 20yo daughter is in lockdown residence with me so it's been nice to have her around otherwise I'd be totally alone. I'm fortunate to be able to work from home right now and have been gen...
by BearDown89
Mon Dec 30, 2019 9:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Thanks for the info and stuff guys. I'm excited for a new chapter here. I love Tucson but have never truly embraced the outdoor world. We are going to be buying a house next year (required to have a large yard and pool to be able to have true outdoor living) and starting to try for kids so I am rea...
by BearDown89
Wed Nov 20, 2019 3:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you had to pick ONE restaurant in Tucson
Replies: 1267
Views: 87820

Re: If you had to pick ONE restaurant in Tucson

Challenge accepted https://tucsonfoodie.com/2019/11/15/ultimate-burrito-bucket-list-tucson/" target="_blank Just looking at the tortilla in the second picture of the burrito at Aqui Con El Nene you can see the difference - I can almost feel, smell and taste it all the way up here in Boise, Idaho. Y...
by BearDown89
Sun Nov 03, 2019 3:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Global Bear Downs
Replies: 102
Views: 8778

Re: Global Bear Downs

Dallas airport leaving for Costa Rica. Trevor Hoffman just walked by. Have him a Go Cats and a Bear Down. Got a big smile and a Bear Down in return!!! Dude is looking good.
by BearDown89
Mon Oct 07, 2019 2:35 pm
Forum: Arizona Football
Topic: Arizona Uniform Combo Tracker
Replies: 758
Views: 75463

Re: Arizona Uniform Combo Tracker

Short of a complete uni overhaul, we need to get rid of all red pants and jerseys until someone can get the shade/hue right. They're an atrocious looking neon. I hate 'em. Reds are the worst version of our shitty uniforms. I do like the new red helmet posted above - it's the right color. And I like...
by BearDown89
Mon Oct 07, 2019 9:43 am
Forum: Arizona Football
Topic: Arizona Uniform Combo Tracker
Replies: 758
Views: 75463

Re: Arizona Uniform Combo Tracker

Short of a complete uni overhaul, we need to get rid of all red pants and jerseys until someone can get the shade/hue right. They're an atrocious looking neon. I hate 'em. Reds are the worst version of our shitty uniforms. I do like the new red helmet posted above - it's the right color. And I like ...
by BearDown89
Tue Oct 01, 2019 12:38 pm
Forum: Arizona Football
Topic: Washington @ Arizona discussion thread
Replies: 64
Views: 2979

Re: Washington @ Arizona discussion thread

8pm kickoffs should be banned. Agreed. Also sure hope fs1 is back on sling soon. Likewise hoping FS1 is back on Dish by then too. So fucking annoying to have to work around that if not. Assuming a (cautiously optimistic) W in Boulder, this shapes up to be a Big game (although I certainly know bette...
by BearDown89
Wed Sep 25, 2019 12:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you had to pick ONE restaurant in Tucson
Replies: 1267
Views: 87820

Re: If you had to pick ONE restaurant in Tucson

Longhorned wrote:I tried that new Istanbul restaurant on Speedway and Country Club, along the block I usually refer to as Disappointment Row.
This observation puts a Disappointment Row drive-by at the top of my itinerary next time I'm home . . . :lol:
by BearDown89
Tue Sep 24, 2019 9:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Digital Photography
Replies: 55
Views: 3433

Re: Digital Photography

I haven't visited the board for awhile, but I can't believe I missed this thread. I love photography. Here's were I post my stuff for friends and family to view: https://www.tfcatfan.com" target="_blank Only really got into it the Summer of 2017. But it's how I spend most of my free time when I can...
by BearDown89
Tue Sep 17, 2019 12:51 pm
Forum: Travel & Leisure
Topic: Take Me to the Hot Spots
Replies: 213
Views: 170735

Re: Take Me to the Hot Spots

Headed to Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica first week of November. Flying into SJO, rented a 4x4 Hyundai Tucson (because why wouldn't I) and road-tripping to the coast. I'm going single with several couples. We've rented a pimp villa on a cliff in the jungle overlooking a relatively private looking beach....
by BearDown89
Tue Sep 17, 2019 12:31 pm
Forum: Arizona Football
Topic: UCLA @ Arizona discussion thread
Replies: 40
Views: 2446

Re: UCLA @ Arizona discussion thread

Can't decide if the bye is good or bad. Rest, recovery and and more practice reps are good for whoever needs it, but it's also early in the season, we aren't that beat up that I'm aware of and I can't help thinking it would've been good to keep the momentum and rhythm going after the solid play last...
by BearDown89
Tue Aug 27, 2019 1:40 pm
Forum: Arizona Football
Topic: 2019 Season Thread
Replies: 187
Views: 20835

Re: 2019 Season Thread

It's about having a 60 inch 4k TV at home with your own bathroom and food and not spending money on parking and investing 8 hours into a game and being able to watch multiple games on well produced tv broadcasts. Exactly. All conferences are losing attendance, with the PAC losing the most. Also men...
by BearDown89
Fri Aug 16, 2019 2:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Outrageous Purchases Thread
Replies: 648
Views: 61363

Re: Outrageous Purchases Thread

I played racquetball there from the opening of the racquetball building - swam laps in the pool several days/week, played pick-up basketball through ‘86, and frequented the bar throughout.... was a nice facility, and was open 24/7, except Thanksgiving & Christmas.... Hung out there in various capac...
by BearDown89
Mon Jul 01, 2019 9:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

What a weekend. Drove up yesterday morning stopping at Walnut Canyon National Monument. What a great hike that is. After that we hit Sunset Crater and checked out the lava field the the Wupakti pueblos. Amazing stuff. This morning we took the Antelope Canyon tour and the pictures on the internet do...
by BearDown89
Mon Jul 01, 2019 9:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you had to pick ONE restaurant in Tucson
Replies: 1267
Views: 87820

Re: If you had to pick ONE restaurant in Tucson

I went to Caruso’s last night just to laugh at it and relive my college days. I wasn’t prepared for how popular it still is. Waited 45 minutes for a table. Boy was I wrong about Caruso’s. You could plop it down anywhere in New Jersey and it would absolutely hold its own against any red sauce joint....
by BearDown89
Wed May 08, 2019 9:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

dovecanyoncat wrote:Delorme Gazetters rock. Well done.
Thanks dove. That one is pretty old, but well-used. Time for an updated edition.

azgreg wrote:Well done man.
Thank you Greg.
by BearDown89
Mon May 06, 2019 9:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Been working on my "overlanding" (i.e., car camping ;)) set up in the Jeep. Not a lot of room back there so organization is key. https://uniim1.shutterfly.com/ng/services/mediarender/THISLIFE/005084665725/media/104531708970/medium/1557154875/enhance https://uniim1.shutterfly.com/ng/services/mediaren...
by BearDown89
Fri Apr 05, 2019 12:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you had to pick ONE restaurant in Tucson
Replies: 1267
Views: 87820

Re: If you had to pick ONE restaurant in Tucson

Boxcar on 4th Ave. is serving food now. I had a carne asada burro, which was mediocre (= amazing by non-Tucson standards), and the concept isn't creative, but it's hard to argue with sitting outside and drinking a beer. This was prime time of year for afternoons/evenings on the patio at The Shanty ...
by BearDown89
Fri Feb 22, 2019 2:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Weather is Crazy
Replies: 3519
Views: 230817

Re: The Weather is Crazy

Fun watching my social media feeds with pics and vids of all the snow-covered saguaros back home in Tucson. Meanwhile we've had lots of good snow here in Idaho. We have something like a 70% chance of rain/snow mix headed our way for the next 6 days. Lots of good snow pack for the mountains. Enjoy.
by BearDown89
Tue Feb 12, 2019 12:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Darwin Awards
Replies: 181
Views: 21747

Re: Darwin Awards

BOISE, Idaho (AP) Idaho State Police say a snowboarder who tried to jump a road outside a ski area boundary has died. Police say 32-year-old Shea Helmick, of Meridian was snowboarding outside the boundary of Bogus Basin Ski Resort Saturday when he attempted to jump over Bogus Basin Road, near milep...
by BearDown89
Thu Feb 07, 2019 4:06 pm
Forum: Basketball Arch Rivals
Topic: Emmanuel Akot - ‘The QUITTER’ :-(
Replies: 147
Views: 14474

Re: Emmanuel Akot - ‘The QUITTER’ :-(

He didn't do much in Taco Bell Arena last March, but whatever . . .
by BearDown89
Wed Feb 06, 2019 9:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Great Outdoors
Replies: 186
Views: 13237

Re: The Great Outdoors

Thought this made more sense here rather than the movie thread. Saw this in IMAX over the weekend. Great story, incredibly shot and definitely breathtaking. Even though you know he succeeded, it's still harrowing and nerve-wracking to watch. People are amazing. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="...