Monday Evening Open Thread – Budget Diogenes in need of a lamp

ArmedandHammered - June 2, 2025June 2, 2025

So, in looking through my youtube feed yesterday, I came across a clip that detailed the Ukrainian stealth drone carriers that were used to destroy Russian aircraft while at their bases thousands of kilometers from Ukraine. My first thought was "Is this real?", which was even my wife's comment when

Sunday Gravy with Mayo: Breakfast Burrito

Mr. Ayo - June 1, 2025June 1, 2025

Sexy Sunday is here! No wait, just swapping places with the greatest Yeah Right. He sexyed up Friday, so I'm here to mayo gravy up Sunday! Since I'm such a great writer I will remind you that from the title we'll be making a Breakfast Burrito. I would like to remind

Sharkbaits Cocktail of the Week: Rum Squared

Sharkbait - May 30, 2025May 30, 2025

Happy Friday! No secret I've been on a martini kick lately. However this week I wanted to (pardon the pun) mix things up a bit. Originally I wanted to just use a different garnish, such as a lime and see what that did to the overall flavor profile of a

Trying To Catch Up-A Thursday Night Open Thread

scotchnaut - May 29, 2025

I was on vacation two weeks ago and last week had to take Thursday and Friday off for some medical appointments 5 hours away. This week Monday was a half day because the mother's driving is iffy and Tuesday was an all-day meeting at an undisclosed location 3 1/2 hours

Sexy Friday – 20250523

Mr. Ayo - May 23, 2025May 23, 2025

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TGIF! Three day weekend ahoy! Break out those grills and get those meats cooked then make sure to observe Memorial Day. Word Count Filler Time While we're in the midst of the Triple Crown schedule, let's look at towards the back of the field for a little story. Except this one happened

Sharkbaits Cocktail of the Week: Oiled Up

Sharkbait - May 23, 2025May 23, 2025

No fancy intro this week. Jumping right to the beverage! It's been a busy week: Olio Martini 2 oz. Gin (I used London Dry, recipe calls for Plymouth) 1 oz. Dolin Blanc Vermouth (subbed Lilet Blanc) Pinch of sea salt or Kosher Salt Strip of lemon peel Extra virgin olive oil for garnish Combine the gin, vermouth,

Sexy Friday – 20250516

Mr. Ayo - May 16, 2025May 16, 2025

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TGIF! I need a second nap already thanks to that "lunch" at the winery. Also, happy Leafs Elimination Day to all that celebrate! Word Count Filler Time Hey, we got some lawyers here, so here's a few funny transcripts. Judge: Have you been drinking alcohol? Defendant: Uh-huh Judge: Had you? Lawyer: Answer is audibly. Judge: Had you

Sharkbaits Cocktail of the Week: Never Give Up

Sharkbait - May 16, 2025May 16, 2025

We've made it. Another week in the books, and we can kick back and relax with a nice drink. This one comes courtesy of Mrs. Sharkbait. Who came across a post on instagram and forwarded it to me. It's a Hanky Panky riff called the Don't Give Up The Ship.

Sexy Friday – 20250509

Mr. Ayo - May 9, 2025May 9, 2025

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TGIF! Lots of rookie minicamps are starting today. So get ready for those reports of season ending injuries to start pouring in next week. Word Count Filler Time The survival series is over. And since you're still here I'm counting that as a success. You're still bound by the clubhouse rules of

Sharkbaits Cocktail of the Week: South of the Border Substitutions

Sharkbait - May 9, 2025May 9, 2025

Hello once again, and happy Friday! Being that this week featured Cinco de Mayo, I thought it was best to involve tequila into this week's featured beverage. The drink of choice is from the Waldorf Astoria Bar Book, and it's the South of the Border Martinez. I've made a version