What is in your cup? - Page 1216

CRussel · 01-18-2012, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stitchawl

Evening now, but no word from Astra...

I'll raise a glass of rum for luck!

Stitchawl

Had a glass of Tallisker 10 year last night for luck. And to thank my own luck getting home. Worst drive I've ever had to do, and I grew up in Michigan with plenty of snow. Absolute whiteout between Everett and Mount Vernon. Cars, SUVs and trucks in the ditch. And I made it through. Had to walk the last three blocks up the hill to my house, but that's trivial.

Now, Peet's Major Dickason's.

VydorScope · 01-18-2012, 03:00 PM

I am not fond of hot water as a drink, but ice cold water can be very refreshing. If its hot it need be coffee.

Latinandgreek · 01-18-2012, 05:34 PM

Beer in my glass. Then back to writing

Stitchawl · 01-18-2012, 08:35 PM

Sometimes we walk hand in hand by the sea
And we breathe in the cool salty air
You turn to me with a kiss in your eyes
And my heart feels a thrill beyond compare
Then your lips cling to mine
It's wonderful, wonderful
Oh so wonderful my love
Sometimes we stand on the top of a hill
And we gaze at the earth and the sky
I turn to you and you melt in my arms
There we are, darling, only you and I
What a moment to share
It's wonderful, wonderful

( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH0_XfxnXWI )

Sometimes it's just plain nice to be in love...

Good morning, everyone. Cold and rainy outside... I'm afraid it's going to turn into sleet pretty soon... But it's nice a warm in here, and I have a cup of steaming "Assam" tea, complements of the East India Company, to keep me warm. Nothing particularly interesting in the house for breakfast and I'm feeling too lazy to cook so it will just be a bowl of rice with some kimchee for flavor for my breakfast. Then I'll take the train into Osaka and see if I can replace my old winter shell jacket... without having to pay a King's ransom! I think I got about 10 years use out of the one I have now. I got my money's worth, I think! I prefer mountaineering shells as they tend to be more versatile for me than full parkas. I can vary the type of inner liner I use depending upon my activities. I just need an outer 'skin' that is waterproof, breathable, strong, with lots of pockets and no hood!

Still no word from Astra...

Stitchawl

orlok · 01-19-2012, 07:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stitchawl

Good morning, everyone. Cold and rainy outside... I'm afraid it's going to turn into sleet pretty soon... But it's nice a warm in here, and I have a cup of steaming "Assam" tea, complements of the East India Company, to keep me warm. Nothing particularly interesting in the house for breakfast and I'm feeling too lazy to cook so it will just be a bowl of rice with some kimchee for flavor for my breakfast. Then I'll take the train into Osaka and see if I can replace my old winter shell jacket... without having to pay a King's ransom! I think I got about 10 years use out of the one I have now. I got my money's worth, I think! I prefer mountaineering shells as they tend to be more versatile for me than full parkas. I can vary the type of inner liner I use depending upon my activities. I just need an outer 'skin' that is waterproof, breathable, strong, with lots of pockets and no hood!

Still no word from Astra...

Stitchawl

Worrying about astra...

What is a winter shell jacket?

Rooibos in my cup, coffee to follow soon.

Stitchawl · 01-19-2012, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by orlok

Worrying about astra...

Worrying won't help. Send positive thoughts!

Quote:

What is a winter shell jacket?

A jacket designed to be worn as part of a layering system, usually used for backpacking or mountaineering. It's the outer layer, waterproof, windproof, pockets, ventilation zippers under the arms, etc., etc.. It can be worn alone in milder temperatures, or one can wear a liner jacket (perhaps polar fleece or goose down) underneath in colder weather. Something along these lines.

I prefer these to single warmer insulated jackets or parkas as I can use them all year around just by varying the liner I choose to use... or not use.

It's just about time to sit back with a cup of Keemun tea and watch a good movie!

Stitchawl

orlok · 01-19-2012, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stitchawl

A jacket designed to be worn as part of a layering system, usually used for backpacking or mountaineering. It's the outer layer, waterproof, windproof, pockets, ventilation zippers under the arms, etc., etc.. It can be worn alone in milder temperatures, or one can wear a liner jacket (perhaps polar fleece or goose down) underneath in colder weather. Something along these lines.

Ah, I see. Not for use in biking, then.

Coffee #2

maianhvk · 01-19-2012, 09:37 AM

Don't worry, Astra just posted about some books on GR several days ago.

ProfCrash · 01-19-2012, 11:58 AM

Shells can be used for all activities they are just most commonly sold for people who are backpackers and hikers. They tend to be more lightweight due to backpackers concerns about carrying extra weight, and allow more customization in terms of layers so that people can use the layers they need for a given season. So a solid water proof outer shell can be used in the winter for snow with warmer layers that can be zipped in, during the fall for rain with different layers, and during the summer by itself as a rain coat.

I don't buy shells but I do buy all my outer wear gear with enough room to wear other layers under it. So my rain jacket is an extra large, which is big in the summer but can be worn over my winter coat when it is raining or snowing hard. It works great with two or three layers of fleece in the summer.

It is just a different approach to layering that is sold to a crowd that is more concerned about weight and durability then the average person.

ProfCrash · 01-19-2012, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by maianhvk

Don't worry, Astra just posted about some books on GR several days ago.

Tell him to get his off his ass and post over here.

And while you are at it, find beppe! (winks)

VydorScope · 01-19-2012, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maianhvk

Don't worry, Astra just posted about some books on GR several days ago.

So what do you do to scare Astra from coming back here then?

The Terminator · 01-19-2012, 01:01 PM

Earl Grey for breakfast

ProfCrash · 01-19-2012, 01:09 PM

Finished pot one of Rooibos Capetown. Working on pot two now. It goes nicely with my Asian Potstickers and broccoli for lunch.

CRussel · 01-19-2012, 04:10 PM

Peet's Major Dickason's.

Still recovering from the drive back home. Nocked more out of me than I realized. Going to take the afternoon off and just read. Finished Quiet Magic (Lee&Miller), going to read the first Hobb Farseer book. That should require virtually no actual concentration or thought.

pdurrant · 01-19-2012, 04:46 PM

Some orangeade with zero added sugar.

My shoulder aches (incipient frozen shoulder - I have exercises from the physio that should fix it after a few months), and today I have some lower back pain (I suspect a nasty office chair yesterday)

So some ibuprofen will be washed down by the orangeade too.

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VydorScope Wizard Posts: 3,418 Karma: 35207650 Join Date: Jun 2011 Device: iPad	I am not fond of hot water as a drink, but ice cold water can be very refreshing. If its hot it need be coffee.

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Latinandgreek Warrior Princess Posts: 5,038 Karma: 9724231 Join Date: Sep 2009 Device: PRS-505; PRS-350, PRS-T1, iPad, Aura HD	Beer in my glass. Then back to writing

01-18-2012, 08:35 PM	#18229
Stitchawl Opsimath Posts: 12,344 Karma: 187123287 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand Device: Sony PRS-650, iPhone 5, Kobo Glo, Sony PRS-350, iPad, Samsung Galaxy	Sometimes we walk hand in hand by the sea And we breathe in the cool salty air You turn to me with a kiss in your eyes And my heart feels a thrill beyond compare Then your lips cling to mine It's wonderful, wonderful Oh so wonderful my love Sometimes we stand on the top of a hill And we gaze at the earth and the sky I turn to you and you melt in my arms There we are, darling, only you and I What a moment to share It's wonderful, wonderful ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH0_XfxnXWI ) Sometimes it's just plain nice to be in love... Good morning, everyone. Cold and rainy outside... I'm afraid it's going to turn into sleet pretty soon... But it's nice a warm in here, and I have a cup of steaming "Assam" tea, complements of the East India Company, to keep me warm. Nothing particularly interesting in the house for breakfast and I'm feeling too lazy to cook so it will just be a bowl of rice with some kimchee for flavor for my breakfast. Then I'll take the train into Osaka and see if I can replace my old winter shell jacket... without having to pay a King's ransom! I think I got about 10 years use out of the one I have now. I got my money's worth, I think! I prefer mountaineering shells as they tend to be more versatile for me than full parkas. I can vary the type of inner liner I use depending upon my activities. I just need an outer 'skin' that is waterproof, breathable, strong, with lots of pockets and no hood! Still no word from Astra... Stitchawl

01-19-2012, 09:37 AM	#18233
maianhvk whimsical Posts: 2,779 Karma: 88193939 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: in darkness Device: current: PPW 4. brick: K3 & Voyage.	Don't worry, Astra just posted about some books on GR several days ago.

01-19-2012, 11:58 AM	#18234
ProfCrash Tea Enthusiast Posts: 8,554 Karma: 75384937 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Somewhere in the USA Device: Kindle1, Kindle DX Graphite, K3 3G, IPad 3, PW2	Shells can be used for all activities they are just most commonly sold for people who are backpackers and hikers. They tend to be more lightweight due to backpackers concerns about carrying extra weight, and allow more customization in terms of layers so that people can use the layers they need for a given season. So a solid water proof outer shell can be used in the winter for snow with warmer layers that can be zipped in, during the fall for rain with different layers, and during the summer by itself as a rain coat. I don't buy shells but I do buy all my outer wear gear with enough room to wear other layers under it. So my rain jacket is an extra large, which is big in the summer but can be worn over my winter coat when it is raining or snowing hard. It works great with two or three layers of fleece in the summer. It is just a different approach to layering that is sold to a crowd that is more concerned about weight and durability then the average person.

01-19-2012, 01:01 PM	#18237
The Terminator Retired Posts: 2,552 Karma: 37638420 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Vancouver Island Canada Device: Kobo Touch, Optimus One (2.3), Nexus 7 (4.2)	Earl Grey for breakfast

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ProfCrash Tea Enthusiast Posts: 8,554 Karma: 75384937 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Somewhere in the USA Device: Kindle1, Kindle DX Graphite, K3 3G, IPad 3, PW2	Finished pot one of Rooibos Capetown. Working on pot two now. It goes nicely with my Asian Potstickers and broccoli for lunch.

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CRussel (he/him/his) Posts: 12,328 Karma: 80074820 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sunshine Coast, BC Device: Oasis (Gen3),Paperwhite (Gen10), Voyage, Paperwhite(orig), iPad Air M3	Peet's Major Dickason's. Still recovering from the drive back home. Nocked more out of me than I realized. Going to take the afternoon off and just read. Finished Quiet Magic (Lee&Miller), going to read the first Hobb Farseer book. That should require virtually no actual concentration or thought.

01-19-2012, 04:46 PM	#18240
pdurrant The Grand Mouse 高貴的老鼠 Posts: 74,625 Karma: 318126844 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Norfolk, England Device: Kindle Oasis	Some orangeade with zero added sugar. My shoulder aches (incipient frozen shoulder - I have exercises from the physio that should fix it after a few months), and today I have some lower back pain (I suspect a nasty office chair yesterday) So some ibuprofen will be washed down by the orangeade too.