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Canadian Father, Husband, Opa, Veteran, Semi-Retired Cyclist, Bike Mechanic, Reader, Jays Fan since 77 Progressive, CBC watcher & listener

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a black and white photo of two men standing next to each other with the words `` i 'm shocked . '' Alt: a black and white photo of two men standing next to each other with the words `` i 'm shocked . ''
10.12.2025 01:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Movie you’ve watched more than six times with a gif. Hard mode: no Stars (Wars nor Trek), LOTR, or Marvel, Disney Animated or Pixar.

08.12.2025 00:52 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Super Bowl Weekend: The Commish and NFL owners present Trump with a solid gold football. He signs an Executive Order declaring it illegal to refer to "soccer" as "football." That term will be exclusive to American football.

06.12.2025 19:49 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Selfie of a man wearing a hat and glasses, standing in a crowded bike shop

Selfie of a man wearing a hat and glasses, standing in a crowded bike shop

It was a brutal week of heel-to-toe Teams meetings, as I fail at retirement. But my weekly volunteer shift at the Squeaky Wheel Bike Coop brings me joy.

Find that which brings you joy and do more of it.

05.12.2025 19:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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a man in a suit and tie stands in front of a curtain with his arm outstretched ALT: a man in a suit and tie stands in front of a curtain with his arm outstretched
05.12.2025 18:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Cover of the book "Autocracy Inc" by Anne Applebaum

Cover of the book "Autocracy Inc" by Anne Applebaum

This would be a good time to recognize the excellent "Autocracy Inc" by Anne Applebaum.

05.12.2025 17:51 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Cover of a reprint of the book "The Donnellys Must Die" by Orlo Miller

Cover of a reprint of the book "The Donnellys Must Die" by Orlo Miller

Finished "The Donnellys Must Die" by Orlo Miller, a 1962 look at Canada's first, high profile mass murder, for which there was no conviction, and considered the authoritative work. A fascinating look at the intersection of Irish immigrants, religion, and politics in early Confederation.

04.12.2025 22:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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North Atlantic Treaty Organization | NATO NATO is a defensive alliance of 32 countries from Europe and North America. Its mission is to defend its member countries and their one billion citizens.

It is not. From nato.int: "The operational level consists of three standing Joint Force Commands (JFCs): one in Brunssum, the Netherlands, one in Naples, Italy and one in Norfolk, Virginia, USA." So JFCN is colocated with ACT but not subordinate.

04.12.2025 20:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Kudos to you, Bruce, for recognizing quality work from a competitor and recommending it to your followers.

Fascinating read. Thank you

02.12.2025 23:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

@torontobluejays.bsky.social

Where do I get one of these jerseys? Seriously. Get with Vladdy and sell them for Jays Care

30.11.2025 21:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Where do I get one of those jerseys?

Seriously.

30.11.2025 21:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Post your favourite Star Trek character - wrong answers only

El Capitan Kirk #bluejays

30.11.2025 18:21 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Played this one on another long drive. The discussion with Gregor was solid analysis of the Cease signing. And the interview with Ted Kalnins with definitely get me to a London Majors game next season. Great episode!

28.11.2025 22:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

😒 🫑

28.11.2025 02:03 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I'm sure that Rob MAGA Manfred would be all over that. /s

27.11.2025 20:26 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Best sitcom episode, period. Brilliant.

Happy Thanks... giving...from...W...K...R...P..

27.11.2025 16:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

You've just died. The 6th picture in your gallery is what killed you.

27.11.2025 14:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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a man holding a microphone with the words happy thanks and giving written on it ALT: a man holding a microphone with the words happy thanks and giving written on it

To all of my American friends, a Happy Thanksgiving!

And a special greeting to all those US military members with whom I have served in CAN, the US, and places abroad. If home, be thankful. If away, be safe.

This πŸ‘‡ remains the funniest single episode in sitcom history.

27.11.2025 12:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Can't wait for the analysis on DLF tomorrow!

27.11.2025 00:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

How many days until pitchers and catchers report?

27.11.2025 00:41 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I just bought"One Nation Under God." So it has transitioned from the Want-to-Read list to the To-Read pile.

It's in the on-deck circle.

26.11.2025 23:34 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Old joke:

Q: What's the worst thing that a sadist can do to a masochist?
A: Nothing.

26.11.2025 22:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Can you do the biscuits and cornbread on the grill? I've done it before, just keep an eye on the temps.

Did an Easter turkey on it a few years ago, during a long blackout.

Good luck!

26.11.2025 21:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Score?

26.11.2025 17:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

When I was 5 or 6, I rode my toboggan into the side of a house and concussed myself. It was around the early 70s, so no one cared. But, yup, helmets are a good idea.

One of her most pop hills in Ldn is on my street. Few wear lids when sledding but all the teens do on boards. Weird

26.11.2025 14:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Could have tried:
"MacDuff was from his mother's womb
Untimely ripped."

25.11.2025 22:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Awfully nice of the designers of this chair to make it #dachshund size.

#dachshundlove

25.11.2025 20:08 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Voting isn't a dating app to find the perfect mate.

It's a bus, and you pick the one that gets you closest to your destination.

24.11.2025 23:39 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I once received a city bylaw noise complaint about my dog barking excessively. Dated three weeks after the dog died.

That was fun

24.11.2025 23:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What are your thoughts on a ball cap with a suit, maybe with the hat and tie in matching red?

24.11.2025 22:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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