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Patty Meyers (Anderson)

Cisco Kid??

Jim Coats

Ding...Ding...Ding!  Correcto mundo!  It was the Cisco Kid (Duncan Reynaldo) and Pancho was played by Leo Carillo.  I enjoyed that show as a young kid.

Sorry....No prize, DeWitt.  Just respect for your memory.

In case you've forgotten why I brought this up, I think Cheryl mentioned a horse named Diablo and that triggered childhood memories.

Lefty.  Interesting what you came up with re: Mr. Wilson.

Bill Rihs.  Wow!  I had NO idea of the connection between Perry Park and Mrs. Perry.  Very interesting!

Fact:  I know of three of our teachers who were WWII Vets and they never mentioned it.  Russ Osterhout, Vince Laybe and Al Soroka.  I think they were all decorated for valor.  Never said a word!

Cheryl Faulkner (Sucato)

Thanks for the invite Frank but I don't want to be the only woman at your beer summits!  Just in case, when is it?

DeWitt Bacon

I never knew the connection between Perry Pool and Mrs. Perry at Monte Vista. She was not on my list of favorite teachers there. We did not get along at all. Suffice it to say, my entire life would have been better had I not been put in her class.

I know. "sour grapes," so I'll just move along. 

DeWitt Bacon

Cheryl, since I live too far from Phoenix now, it's not easy for me to attend the summits, but I have been to a couple. Reading Frank's comments before each summit, I see that women are not only allowed to attend but encouraged to do so. I think you will enjoy it—simple rules: No politics or other controversial subjects like religion—just a good time and having fun for all.

Frank Wiley

Hi Cheryl, I understand your concern but there usually is a Lady or two who are wives of Classmates.  I think you would be comfortable either way though.  Wednesday, January 14 at 4:30--The Vig on 40th Street just south of Indian School on the east side.

Frank Wiley

I have a friend here in Pagosa that has a Son who is the Nuclear Engineer on a Nuclear Submarine.  He's responsible to turn the nuclear power on and off.  I didn't know this but when they are in port they shut down the reactor and plug in to the grid.

Lester Cox

Happy New Year to all, be safe, stay healthy and be kind. 

Frank Wiley

Great New Years messages!  Thanks!

Frank Wiley

Again I recommend "1929" by Sorkin.  Don't let the 500 pages dissuade you from reading it.  It's packed with great stories and history.  Thanks!

Michael Wetzel

I can't out do Lester, but Happy New Year, to all my Friends here...............

Jim Coats

I don't know about you, but I believe my doctors (most of them) practice "assembly line medicine."  Here's what I mean.  I think they live by one code and that is "Get 'em in...Get 'em out...and don't let 'em die on my watch."  My doctors seem to be much less invested in me compared to 20-30 years ago.  Maybe it's my age.  Maybe it's my insurance (Medicare).  My primary care physician (PCP) told me one time when I mentioned aches and pains that "You're old, what do you expect?"  That's the kind of bedside manner I'm looking for.  I fired her and found another PCP who pretty much feels the same way, but at least he's funny.

Now, I'm convinced doctors are not much interested in exploring a DIAGNOSIS so that they can "fix me."  I think they want to treat symptoms (mud on the wall theory) so that I'll take my Medicare and go away.  So, they prescribe medicine to "treat symptoms....NOT causes."  This is AFTER I specifically tell them to find out what's wrong with me and KILL IT.

To illustrate my point, here is what I saw on a TV advertisement.  I have made up a ficticious name for the drug they were pushing.  After they told "us" to take the drug, they told us why we shouldn't in the fine print....mucho fine print!

GAMFLOBULOSIN (treatment for ingrown toenails).  Elderly people with dementia-related phychosis have increased risk of death or stroke.  Antidepressents may increase suicidal thoughts and actions and worsen depression in children and young adults.  Report fever, stiff muscles and confusion which can be life threatening; or uncontrolled muscle movements which may be permanent.  High blood sugar can lead to coma or death; weight gain, increased cholesterol, unusual urges, dizziness, seizures, trouble swallowing or sleepiness.  Sounds good. Sign me up!!  Of course, the preceding PSA was made up.

RFK,Jr. sounds more on target every day.

At least when Balance of Nature is hawked on TV they say that it has NOT been evaluated by the FDA....in the super-fine print....at the bottom of the screen.  They're not saying you will die a horrible death if you take it....right?

Frank Wiley

Hi Jim, I've been taking Balance of Nature for two years and so far so good.  I think you'll be ok taking it but I'm not a Doctor!  You know of course that all the disclaimers on medication are simply C.Y.A.  And that doesn't stand for Catholic Youth Association!

Jim Coats

Frank.  Be brutally honest.  Did you see a positive change with Balance of Nature, or did you accompany it with better diet and exercise routine?  

I truly hope it works for you, but my "medical doctors" are NOT in favor of any of the "supplements" on TV.  They simply say...exercise, eat better, drink lots of water and get plenty of sleep.  In other words, no free ride.

CONCLUSION:  I'm back to one of my old mantras which is....WHO'S THE LIAR?  BECAUSE SOMEBODY CERTAINLY IS.  This dovetails nicely with FOLLOW THE MONEY.

I'm looking forward to the Beer Summit on the 14th.

Frank Wiley

Hi Jim, When I first started using Balance of Nature I opened a capsule and tasted the ingredients.  The ingredients do taste like Fruits and Vegetables.  So, I think it can't hurt and probably helps?  Beer Summit should be fun and Les said he plans to be there to add new stories.

Jim Coats

AH-HAH!!  First one to wish Lester HAPPY BIRTHDAY....tomorrow.

Hope to see you at the Beer Summit Les.

Frank Wiley

Happy Birthday Les!  Yes, hope to see you at the Beer Summit a week from today!

Lester Cox

Thanks Jim, thanks Frank, good news, we had an MRI completed on our pup yesterday and her issue is not a back or disc problem, it's a spinal fluid issue, either an auto immune or infection. Either way, it's treatable with meds and we no longer have to keep her confined. Unless something unexpected comes up, I'll see you all next week at the Vig. Looking forward to it. 

Jim Coats

Great news Les! That's a wonderful birthday present.  There's just about nothing we wouldn't do for our pups, right?

Michael Wetzel

Happy, Happy Birthday Lester, and apparently Happy Dog Day too..........

Patty Meyers (Anderson)

Happy Birthday, Les, and a very happy pup day.   🥳  🐕‍🦺 🎁 🐾 🎉 🎂   🐶

Bill RIHS

Happy birthday Les! Looking forward to seeing everyone at the Beer Summit next week.

Jim Coats

HERE WE GO AGAIN. Another George Floyd night in Minneapolis. Exactly what the left wants....CHAOS....ANARCHY.  I'm so sad about what happened, but the violence has been fomented by the elected officials of Minneapolis and MN.

Bill RIHS

Mayors encouraged the riots with their biased rhetoric with little or no facts/details. Your right, it's another attempt to linching ICE only a cop like 2020. Hope it does not escalate more than rhetoric we see today🤞🏻🙏

Frank Wiley

Hi Les,  GREAT news about your dog and that we'll see you this coming Wednesday!