"....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
Now when I was hanging out with Tom he had a glass of water in his right hand and he believe in staying hydrated. But I do believe he had a bottle of Vodka in the other!
Smart Drinker
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Tequila....and I agree. Spoken from decades of bountiful experience.
Tom
In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence.
~ The best way to enjoy digital music reproduction is to never listen to good analogue reproduction ~
~ Not all things that can be measured can be heard and not all things heard can be measured ~
At LSAF I always do my room to room listening experience sober. the drinker is for later.
I have enjoyed doing the room to room with Marvin, Russ, Dennis, Ron & Tom. After Talking to Skip about music we like and why we like it I wish Skip could get free enough to do the Room to room. I would love to see what you think of all the different setups and what you liked about them and what fell short etc...
But I understand why you don't get the free time to do what the rest of us have come to love about it.
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Now when I was hanging out with Tom he had a glass of water in his right hand and he believe in staying hydrated. But I do believe he had a bottle of Vodka in the other!
Smart Drinker
He had you fooled. They were BOTH vodka.
"....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
No drinker is a smart drinker. That's why they're all dumb***es once they get a few down.
A smart drinker recognizes the purpose of a drink is to enjoy it and understands the potency of what is being consumed. He treats his beverage as something that must be respected for what it is and therefore never consumes in excess, especially when there is the potential for harm to come to others or himself. At the first hint of that limit being reached, he will put his glass down and walk away from it.
Those that cannot exercise that level of control around alcohol, should never touch it to begin with.
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Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
Alcoholism is a disease manifested by a physical allergy. A check of the AMA will confirm. Has absolutely ZERO to do with control or will power.
I guess that would make AA a complete failure, as control and willpower are not something one could expect to possess. It is also something that is hereditary.
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Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
Now when I was hanging out with Tom he had a glass of water in his right hand and he believe in staying hydrated. But I do believe he had a bottle of Vodka in the other!
Smart Drinker
No drinker is a smart drinker. That's why they're all dumb***es once they get a few down.
I don’t know about that. While I have made expensive audio purchases after a few beers they have turned out to be good moves. Plus the music sounds so much better when relaxed.
Bud - Silicon Valley
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Alcoholism is a disease manifested by a physical allergy. A check of the AMA will confirm. Has absolutely ZERO to do with control or will power.
I guess that would make AA a complete failure, as control and willpower are not something one could expect to possess. It is also something that is hereditary.
AA has been one of the few methods proven successful in dealing with alcoholism. What inane point do you want to try and argue here, John?
How about 9 members of my family that attend meetings all the time. It used to be an even dozen, but liver disease got two of them and a tree and a truck got another.
I don't want to argue with anyone, but it does beg the question as to why for two weeks in a row now you are going above and beyond to start one with me. I have no beef with you, and don't want there to be one.
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Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
Now when I was hanging out with Tom he had a glass of water in his right hand and he believe in staying hydrated. But I do believe he had a bottle of Vodka in the other!
Smart Drinker
No drinker is a smart drinker. That's why they're all dumb***es once they get a few down.
I don’t know about that. While I have made expensive audio purchases after a few beers they have turned out to be good moves. Plus the music sounds so much better when relaxed.
sure you do LOL it called Denial
Trust me I been there and done that
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I, as a recovering alcoholic, take umbrage when people misspeak about AA and alcoholism in general. Its misleading and potentially dangerous. Knowing alcoholics, by no stretch, makes you knowledgeable about the disease or the program of AA.
That's like trying to describe a Kiss concert without ever seeing one, to quote Jimmy Buffett.
Speaking of begging questions, you seem to be the only person that jumps in and starts to run his mouth as an expert in all areas. I don't seem to have this issue with anyone else. You, however, do seem to. Which one is the constant here?
Never claimed I was an expert. I only offered, given the family tree, the ethos I live by when it comes to alcohol and nothing more. I commend you for your sobriety, and apologize if my words offend, but I tend to think that you are giving them more weight than they should carry.
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Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
Now when I was hanging out with Tom he had a glass of water in his right hand and he believe in staying hydrated. But I do believe he had a bottle of Vodka in the other!
Smart Drinker
No drinker is a smart drinker. That's why they're all dumb***es once they get a few down.
I don’t know about that. While I have made expensive audio purchases after a few beers they have turned out to be good moves. Plus the music sounds so much better when relaxed.
sure you do LOL it called Denial
Trust me I been there and done that
Not sure what you ramble response to my post is saying, but it makes no sense. I only drink on Friday/Saturday night. However, next Tuesday is my last day to work, so every night after that is Friday night.
However, the older I get the less I drink, so I doubt if I will change that schedule much. Maybe I might also add Tuesday night to that schedule. Will have to see how it works out over the next month.
Bud - Silicon Valley
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Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
Three 20 amp circuits.
Now when I was hanging out with Tom he had a glass of water in his right hand and he believe in staying hydrated. But I do believe he had a bottle of Vodka in the other!
Smart Drinker
No drinker is a smart drinker. That's why they're all dumb***es once they get a few down.
I don’t know about that. While I have made expensive audio purchases after a few beers they have turned out to be good moves. Plus the music sounds so much better when relaxed.
sure you do LOL it called Denial
Trust me I been there and done that
Not sure what you ramble response to my post is saying, but it makes no sense. I only drink on Friday/Saturday night. However, next Tuesday is my last day to work, so every night after that is Friday night.
However, the older I get the less I drink, so I doubt if I will change that schedule much. Maybe I might also add Tuesday night to that schedule. Will have to see how it works out over the next month.
sorry blue. it was a stupid joke, thought you could see thru it.. my bad.. won't happen again ..you know AA denial etc.. no? forgive me I do not throw insult at others ..it was a mistake to think it would rub you wrong! please forgive me!
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No problem. It sometimes is hard to understand what a post means. Enjoy.
Bud - Silicon Valley
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Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
Three 20 amp circuits.
.....threads like this are what drive some people to drink in the first place.
Jeez-O Flip! Can we get past this and start posting about the LSAF coming up in less than a week?
Tom
In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence.
~ The best way to enjoy digital music reproduction is to never listen to good analogue reproduction ~
~ Not all things that can be measured can be heard and not all things heard can be measured ~
John and I talked last night and I want to publicly apologize for my reaction. This forum is not the place I want to act like that. No place is really, but, here with you fine folks especially.
Russ, you're a good man...I don't care what everyone else says about you. Thank you for reaching out and setting me straight.
Do we have a tally on who's coming this year? I am getting plane tickets today. I just confirmed I have the green light to go.
Tom
In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence.
~ The best way to enjoy digital music reproduction is to never listen to good analogue reproduction ~
~ Not all things that can be measured can be heard and not all things heard can be measured ~
Sweet, Ron. I thought you were not going to make it this year. Good news!
Tom
In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence.
~ The best way to enjoy digital music reproduction is to never listen to good analogue reproduction ~
~ Not all things that can be measured can be heard and not all things heard can be measured ~
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With or without spurs?
Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
Now when I was hanging out with Tom he had a glass of water in his right hand and he believe in staying hydrated. But I do believe he had a bottle of Vodka in the other!
Smart Drinker
HT - Polk 703's * NAD T-758 * Adcom 5503 * Oppo 103 * Samsung 60" series 8 LCD
Tom
~ The best way to enjoy digital music reproduction is to never listen to good analogue reproduction ~
~ When the law ends, tyranny begins ~
I have enjoyed doing the room to room with Marvin, Russ, Dennis, Ron & Tom. After Talking to Skip about music we like and why we like it I wish Skip could get free enough to do the Room to room. I would love to see what you think of all the different setups and what you liked about them and what fell short etc...
But I understand why you don't get the free time to do what the rest of us have come to love about it.
HT - Polk 703's * NAD T-758 * Adcom 5503 * Oppo 103 * Samsung 60" series 8 LCD
He had you fooled. They were BOTH vodka.
A smart drinker recognizes the purpose of a drink is to enjoy it and understands the potency of what is being consumed. He treats his beverage as something that must be respected for what it is and therefore never consumes in excess, especially when there is the potential for harm to come to others or himself. At the first hint of that limit being reached, he will put his glass down and walk away from it.
Those that cannot exercise that level of control around alcohol, should never touch it to begin with.
Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
If you get a chance to sneak out take my with you
HT - Polk 703's * NAD T-758 * Adcom 5503 * Oppo 103 * Samsung 60" series 8 LCD
Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
Alcoholism is a disease manifested by a physical allergy. A check of the AMA will confirm. Has absolutely ZERO to do with control or will power.
I guess that would make AA a complete failure, as control and willpower are not something one could expect to possess. It is also something that is hereditary.
Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
I don’t know about that. While I have made expensive audio purchases after a few beers they have turned out to be good moves. Plus the music sounds so much better when relaxed.
Lumin X1
Sony XA-5400ES SACD
Pass XP-22 pre, X600.5 amps
Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers, SPOD spikes
Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR on preamp, Denali 2000 (2) on amps
Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
Three 20 amp circuits.
AA has been one of the few methods proven successful in dealing with alcoholism. What inane point do you want to try and argue here, John?
What do you know about AA?
I don't want to argue with anyone, but it does beg the question as to why for two weeks in a row now you are going above and beyond to start one with me. I have no beef with you, and don't want there to be one.
Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
sure you do LOL it called Denial
Trust me I been there and done that
HT - Polk 703's * NAD T-758 * Adcom 5503 * Oppo 103 * Samsung 60" series 8 LCD
That's like trying to describe a Kiss concert without ever seeing one, to quote Jimmy Buffett.
Speaking of begging questions, you seem to be the only person that jumps in and starts to run his mouth as an expert in all areas. I don't seem to have this issue with anyone else. You, however, do seem to. Which one is the constant here?
Saying that it's "too hard" to pursue your dreams is no different than admitting to yourself that you are too lazy to achieve them.
“If it moves, tax it. If it keeps moving, regulate it. And if it stops moving, subsidize it.”
Not sure what you ramble response to my post is saying, but it makes no sense. I only drink on Friday/Saturday night. However, next Tuesday is my last day to work, so every night after that is Friday night.
However, the older I get the less I drink, so I doubt if I will change that schedule much. Maybe I might also add Tuesday night to that schedule. Will have to see how it works out over the next month.
Lumin X1
Sony XA-5400ES SACD
Pass XP-22 pre, X600.5 amps
Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers, SPOD spikes
Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR on preamp, Denali 2000 (2) on amps
Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
Three 20 amp circuits.
sorry blue. it was a stupid joke, thought you could see thru it.. my bad.. won't happen again ..you know AA denial etc.. no? forgive me I do not throw insult at others ..it was a mistake to think it would rub you wrong! please forgive me!
HT - Polk 703's * NAD T-758 * Adcom 5503 * Oppo 103 * Samsung 60" series 8 LCD
Lumin X1
Sony XA-5400ES SACD
Pass XP-22 pre, X600.5 amps
Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers, SPOD spikes
Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR on preamp, Denali 2000 (2) on amps
Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
Three 20 amp circuits.
Jeez-O Flip! Can we get past this and start posting about the LSAF coming up in less than a week?
Tom
~ The best way to enjoy digital music reproduction is to never listen to good analogue reproduction ~
~ When the law ends, tyranny begins ~
Russ, you're a good man...I don't care what everyone else says about you. Thank you for reaching out and setting me straight.
Do we have a tally on who's coming this year? I am getting plane tickets today. I just confirmed I have the green light to go.
Tom
~ The best way to enjoy digital music reproduction is to never listen to good analogue reproduction ~
~ When the law ends, tyranny begins ~
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Tom
~ The best way to enjoy digital music reproduction is to never listen to good analogue reproduction ~
~ When the law ends, tyranny begins ~
ron, your employee will lose all respect for you
i'll be there thursday night, go back home then check in the hotel fri and sat.
voltz, mey need a couch sunday night
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