Subsequent GTD reflections

Hello there fellow DFO’er.  Hope you’re well today.  And thanks for coming back to see last weeks tl;dr of last week as decided by my brain.  There’s no reason as to why some comments make it and others don’t. Seriously. There isn’t.

This weeks cheesy motivational quote is:
Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die [in bed].
Anonymous

Does it really matter where they die if you are already dead or dying?

Got out on Friday right after work for a quick 9 holes. The first 4 or 5 were pars or boogies. Then the wheels fell off and was 3 putting for triple boogie. Still good to get out. The plan for this year is to try to be more consistent with my game, so slowing it down and doing the same things before each swing. Oh and to not practice, cause, like, whatever.

Without further ado, here are the comments of the week.


How are Churros still on the board?

Sharkbait


(calls ICE)
SonOfSpam


So here’s what happened.

I didn’t call my mom for a week. Well, I called her, she never answers her phone.

I come into the house and go to give her a hug, and she gives me the “You’re dead to me” Italian mom stare.

So I give her a kiss anyway.

And say, “Well you’re shrinking but your nose is still huge.”
jjfozz

Composing this from your hospital bed?

BeefReeferLives

Posting from the afterlife.
Gumbygirl


Australia is reforming their healthcare system

Doktor Zymm


A very action packed week, thanks GTD. Likely why we all binged (virtually) on deserts yesterday…
2Pack

that and our dia-beat-us

Game Time Decision


Sharkbait


Mrs Fozz to me: “You know, any operation is serious.”
Me: “It’s arthroscopic surgery on my knee.”
Mrs Fozz: “It’s still serious.”
Oldest Fozz Spawn: “Dad’s right. Now, getting circumcised, that’s a serious operation.”

The circle is complete.
jjfozz

I’m siding with your bestie here. Knee surgeries can cause blood clots in that lower leg that can travel anywhere. A clot broke off and traveled thru my heart and lungs and I ended up in an ICU for 9 days.


/there is a funny side to it though


Me: “Doctor told me that I’m extraordinarily lucky that the clot didn’t travel into my brain-I could have ended up severely mentally compromised!”


Wifey: “How would we be able to tell?”


Me: … “Motherfucker!”
scotchnaut


Tragic news, people.
https://x.com/WFLA/status/1922010948400783467
Horatio Cornblower

Reunited with an old friend.

Redshirt


this is the beast that rules my house

jjfozz



Redshirt


Alex! How are you?
Gumbygirl

Shhhhh! He’s bird watching.

Horatio Cornblower

Silly Alex. Birds aren’t real.
Gumbygirl


Ooooh look at me! I walk around fancy European cities called London.

You know what, buddy?

I was in London, and the breakfast there made me fill my pants with goodness.

So, there’s that.
jjfozz


The world’s most Canadian board game:

Brick Meathook


All NFL teams should be required to do this for their schedule releases
https://x.com/Reflog_18/status/1922608031746941164
Lightning McQueen!!
Horatio Cornblower


Watching a baseball game and the announcers are talking about never forgetting your first time at a major league park. Reminded me of when I took my son to his first game, and you can bet I made damn sure it was at Yankee Stadium, (the old one), and not that Fenway Park methadone replacement level stadium.

Anyway, we went inside and I circled way away from our seats because I knew if we came out on one of the upper levels in right field it would blow his 8-year-old mind. We walked out, (we were early), and he could see the entire field, the bleachers curving away to his right, the arches, and then three levels of seating looming over left field and 3rd-base.

His jaw hit his knees. It was awesome.

He told me years later he was expecting to see the Yankees play in the something like the Double-A stadium we’d been going to for years. Not quite, son, not quite.
Horatio Cornblower


having fun at work this week

Gatoraids



May 15, 2025 9:49 am
Oh the irony,
“We were already understaffed because of the ICE raids throughout the weekend,”
https://www.nashvillescene.com/news/pithinthewind/lower-broadway-ice-sweeps/article_7840f5c5-fba5-447c-bb20-14016fc661aa.html
Jimbo


Sharkbait


Got a new and improved Rhubarb Gin Sour:

2 oz rhubarb gin
0.5 oz rhubarb syrup
0.75 oz lemon juice

This is really good. Might be the drink of the summer for me.
Dunstan

Oh Im intrigued.

Sharkbait

Sharkbait be all like, “I didn’t have no rubarb gin so used Beefeater and only had maple syrup so assume that’s similar enough. Lemon juice from an old Kroger bottle in the fridge.”


Also Sharkbait: “I dont think these people have any clue what rhubarb tastes like!”
blaxabbath


THESE GUYS THE WASHINGTON CAPITALS, I CALL THEM THE GULF COAST BECAUSE THEY CAN’T DEAL VERY WELL WITH HURRICANES
LemonJello


It’s been a long week. Please ignore my commentary below.
scotchnaut

So same as usual? 😀
ArmedandHammered



2Pack


I think we can all agree that this is astoundingly cringe

Doktor Zymm


I really want to know what that cow case was all about.

Been a busy week. Turns out I’m not all that good at writing production code yet, although I suspect I’m loads better at it than most people who have only been doing it for a few months. But anyway, I didn’t break anything important, the fixes were all quick and tiny (“I know ALL about quick and tiny” -D. Favre), I learned a lot, and everything got done on time so it’s all good other than me feeling like I should have done better and hoping I didn’t annoy people too much. Cheers to that!
Doktor Zymm


I CALL THIS MAN CITY TEAM e.e. cummings BECAUSE OF THEIR INABILITY TO CAPITALIZE!
scotchnaut


I’m glad I have the Classical Studies Memes for Hellenistic Teens account on my side when it comes to sandwiches.

The Maestro


I see the Mexican Navy attacked the Brooklyn Bridge today…
Horatio Cornblower

I can’t wait for the memes…

ballsofsteelandfury

No schooner said than done
Doktor Zymm


Seeing a lot of “geez imagine if Biden was president omg lol” takes online, and the response to that is “we’d be much better off than we are today and VP Harris would be ready to take over” so I think those takes can fuck right off. He was a very good president and thanks to a shit media we have fascism now. So kindly fuck off with any take other than “I hope for the best for Biden.”
SonOfSpam


Wifey and I are getting increasingly involved with our community center that services about 1,500 people. We just did a Mother’s Day pancake brekkie and that generated $2500. And now a valued member has passed away and the reception will be held in our building. Our task tomorrow? Making enough tuna and egg salad sandwiches for 300(!) mourners.

/the woman that runs the center insists that all sandwiches be on Wonderbread because this farming community might run away shrieking if they saw a sandwich on whole wheat or sourdough?
scotchnaut


Oh god – I may not be able to sleep due to my joy/erection.

Beerguyrob


Break ‘em out, boys!

Beerguyrob


Beerguyrob


Beerguyrob


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Gumbygirl

Someday I will tell the epic, and profoundly stupid tale of how Gumbygirl finally escaped the desert. Today is not that day, but I will tell you that my house finally sold, closing on Friday, dog willing and the crick don’t rise. Now I’ve done jinxed it, the buyers will die in a freak accident in the next three days. Bet on it!

ballsofsteelandfury

Where are you headed to next?

Gumbygirl

Probably Jurupa Valley. I KNOW! But it’s cheap, and not a bajillion degrees all the time.

ballsofsteelandfury

That’s not bad at all. Close to the airport and the Ontario Mall

Gumbygirl

Yup. About 20 minutes from SIL too. The place is older, but well kept. 55+, has a 9 hole golf course. Single story, for an old brittle bitch like me. There’s a convenience store, pharmacy, and some other small businesses right on the property, if I get too senile or blind and shouldn’t drive anymore.

ballsofsteelandfury

That’s great! I’m happy for you!

blaxabbath

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Alex_Demote

I just want to live in a quaint Spanish village at the feet of the Pyranees, drive to the coast of the Mediterranean, eat a fig, drink my enemies’ tears from a martini glass, take a nap in the sun, and never pay for anything again. Is that so much to ask?

blaxabbath

I mean — I had a great time watching the Raiders lose to the Falcons with RTD. Might have even been more fun than a victory.

blaxabbath

Wait — and now the Raiders OC is Chip Kelly?

I’m tuning in for 17 weeks (and there will be only 17 weeks) of Raiders football this season.

Alex_Demote

From your lips to God’s ears

Redshirt

How am I seeing someone else’s comment that “Awaiting for Approval”? Did I get promoted without being told?

jjfozz

That was my post. THE LORDS OF DFO ARE AGAINST ME!

jjfozz

The post was about my knee surgery and how great the anesthesia was. Now I have oxy can I mix that with a pitcher of bourbon?

litre_cola

Look out for Hippos lurking in the bushes. They can smell the pills.

jjfozz

Welp the arthroscopic surgery went well, the pre-op nurse was WAY into me. No surprise there. Got it done, great nap. I wish I could get anesthesia every day. So the oldest Fozz Spawn is at the pharmacy getting the goodies. can you take those with a pint glass of bourbon?

DJ TAJ

So I know I’m just some stupid old white guy who lives in California but what is with the bitter hatred of my (very recently) beloved “Tronto” Maple Leafs?

Rikki-Tikki-Deadly

It’s like England used to be with the Euro and the World Cup – the local (and national!) media is dominated by coverage of the team, which causes the fans to build up unreasonable expectations of success (and irritates the hell out of everyone else). So it’s very amusing when they crash and burn.

DJ TAJ

So they’re the Cowboys? Holy crap.
Injures leg leaping off bandwagon.

scotchnaut

Fans of the team are obnoxious and delusional and the media treats them as Canada’s Team despite there being 5 other teams across the country.

/Leafs lose Game 5

Toronto Fans: “IT’S TIME TO BLOW UP THIS WHOLE TEAM UP AND START OVER FROM SCRATCH!” (despite having the most talented squad in decades)

/Leafs win Game 6

Toronto Fans: “THIS IS A TEAM BUILT TO WIN THE STANLEY CUP!”

etc., etc.

litre_cola

I live in the West and there are so many transplants here that the hot taeks from down east come through everywhere.
Our national sports media suck them off so much that we will get reports of the Leafs at a celebrity golf tournament before say any commentary involving games that are actually going on.
I work for a National company and during this playoffs on calls I saw 8 Leafs jerseys, 1 Oilers, and 1 Sens. Those 8 people also like to call Toronto the centre of the universe.

I personally love visiting the city, great food spots, good friends but fuck their hockey team with a rusty screwdriver. We would never hear the end of it if they won the Cup.

Redshirt

My father passed away this morning.

2Pack

My sincere condolences to you and your family Buddy.

Jimbo

Sorry for your loss.

ArmedandHammered

I am so sorry dude. The hurt is real and let us know if you need anything.

Doktor Zymm

Condolences and virtual hugs, we’re here if you need us

King Hippo

God bless and keep you, Magical Pony. My Dad’s illness and hospice final days were decades ago, but I remember like it was yesterday.

You gave him a gift of love by being there, and that is an immense blessing.

scotchnaut

I’m so sorry.

Rikki-Tikki-Deadly

I am very sorry to hear this news.

Horatio Cornblower

Sorry Redshirt. You’re a good man and better son.

jjfozz

Oh, man. My condolences. Never easy, remember the good times and raise a glass to his memory. Take care.

SonOfSpam

So sorry for your loss Redshirt.

Sharkbait

So sorry for you loss.

Brick Meathook

I’m sorry. Condolences.

BrettFavresColonoscopy

Sorry, man. That sucks. We’re thinking of the shirt family.

Downfield Matriculator

Condolences on your loss; take it easy and may his memory be a blessing.

BugEyedBoo

Sorry for your loss.

Senor Weaselo

I’m sorry to hear it. I know you’ve had a rough few months, but I also know it doesn’t make it any easier.

Gumbygirl

Oh, I’m so sorry. You can be proud of yourself for stepping up for him. Peace and hugs to you and your family!

litre_cola

My condolence to you Redshirt. All the best to the rest of your family.

Alex_Demote

Sorry to hear this. I hope you are among loved ones and get the support or space you need

ballsofsteelandfury

I’m so sorry Redshirt! He was lucky to have you.

yeah right

I’m so very sorry for you and the family
You’ve been incredible during this very difficult time.

You’re friends are here if you need us.

Don T

I’m very sorry for your loss. Best wishes to you and your family.
/saves on drafts “meeting Trey Hendrickson’s extension in Heaven” bit

2Pack

So I guess this is a thing here. I’ll see if I can find a game and give it a QC assessment.

Feel free to comment on team names and cities represented.
/ as if they needed his permission

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Doktor Zymm

There’s a really good brewery in the main square of Wroclaw, but don’t think there are any Panthers in Poland. Still a better name than Enthroners though

2Pack

I spent a night in this hunting lodge / hotel just northwest of there. The room was like sleeping in an ash tray, some French hunters had some very young lookin Polish prostitutes in the main lodge, and the morning run was the darkest I have ever done. But at least I wasn’t attacked by Panthers.

Horatio Cornblower

This is literally the plot of an Eli Roth film.

Rikki-Tikki-Deadly

“Except for the part about panthers.” – Eli Roth, jotting down a few ideas

2Pack

So then you just knew I’d go here next. This league has been up since 2020 and I’m just now payin attention.

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Doktor Zymm

Missed that e. e. cummings one. Brilliant!

Senor Weaselo

I don’t have the ability to, even though I was the one doing the tourney polls!

Doktor Zymm

I was briefly stuck in this traffic yesterday morning, but was able to go around. Whoever was driving the car (or cars) that ended up hitting this guy after he jumped must feel terrible.

https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2025/05/19/chp-man-dies-after-jumping-off-highway-101-overpass-and-is-struck-by-a-vehicle/

ArmedandHammered

I hate people who are commit suicide in such a way that another person is used as a proxy. Absolutely shit behavior.

Doktor Zymm

I read somewhere that counseling is part of the standard benefits for train operators because suicides are so common.

I’m more okay with suicide by cop though, it’s always worth highlighting how eager a lot of those guys are to shoot someone having a mental health crisis

ArmedandHammered

Um, yeah, saw, well heard that two weekends below. Dude fired one bullet to his own head and the cops fired at least 20 shots. IN FRONT OF HIS WIFE!

ArmedandHammered

Oh, no press release, nothing in the news, I wonder why?

Sharkbait

I gorged on a lot of Leafs Shadenfreude yesterday. One of my favorites was from the Hockey Guy, while commenting on the fact that some people paid in excess of $5,000 to go to game 7:

“Leaf fans, if you have a chance to buy a ticket to a game 7 for $5,000, go on vacation instead. Go down to Jamaica. You wont be disappointed by your vacation”

jjfozz

I will NEVEr understand paying exhorbinant ticket prices. Fuck that. I’ll sit home, drink cheap beer, urinate wherever I want, and actually get to watch the game.

Gumbygirl

I’m willing to bet Mrs. Fozz is not down with you urinating wherever you want.

Alex_Demote

One of the things I miss most about my old house was the privacy of the back yard. No more pissin in the bushes for me

2Pack

Good luck on the golf game GTD, you can never go wrong with getting out more. I might just hop on the bike with the clubs and head over to the villa to launch some practice drives, chips and 5 irons… as strait as I can manage… myself. I need to do a lot of that before I brave going near a course again. Its been too long (in bed…she said).