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[londontime]

I already called dibs on the do nothing assistant job.

Yeah, sorry buddy, the retirement board put a nix on that

 

[CapeCodTenor]

She Who Must Be Obeyed

AH! Now it makes sense.

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

I think I still would want to go and see all the "beads".

Good point...
(so to speak)

And of course, you just happen to take advantage of it.

You bet'chem Red Rider.

If you ever come up this way to see the Constitution, let me know and we'll have a meet up.

Will have to remember to do so.


OK I know I teased that there'd be more boring ship pictures (and there will be), but for now lets change the topic for a moment.

How about... The Dead



Before leaving Nola for Mobile, we wanted to see one of the more iconic spots in the city.

Welcome to St Louis Cemetery No1






There are three of them, but this is the oldest and most famous






At one time it was on the outskirts of the city in the swampy area. Which is also why all the tombs are above ground; a berried coffin would simply float to the top otherwise. This also explains whats happening here...





Not the decoration on that one tomb, but rather why the bottom row is mostly under ground. The whole thing, like New Orleans itself, is slowly sinking.

The decorations there though are striking, so here's a closer look



I don't know all the significance of each talisman, but I know it's Voodoo related. That much misrepresented mix of Spiritualism and Catholicism.

Actually, Voodoo is also one of the reasons, this spot is a particularly popular attraction. It is said that Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau can be found here, and the continuous desecration and vandalism that fact caused lead the dioceses to close the cemetery to the public unless you're accompanied by a guide.

You can also find the currently empty tomb (we think it's empty at least) that Nicolas Cage acquired for his future "living" quarters, if you're interested in such. As a student of history though, I thought this one was more interesting (and I honestly didn't know it was there before hand)...




Each of these reliquaries generally holds dozens if not scores of family's remains. After a body is interred, it is left undisturbed in the grave for a period of one year and one day. At that point, the remains may be pushed to the back of the tomb, leaving room for another body to be interred. Other families prefer to collect the remains, placing them in a muslin bag and lining the edges with them. Space may be currently limited to about one city block, but day to day, there are more folks mingling here then there are on Bourbon Street during Mardi Gras...

 

[CapeCodTenor]

You bet'chem Red Rider.

I would have taken advantage as well.

Will have to remember to do so.

OK I know I teased that there'd be more boring ship pictures (and there will be), but for now lets change the topic for a moment.

How about... The Dead

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Before leaving Nola for Mobile, we wanted to see one of the more iconic spots in the city.

Welcome to St Louis Cemetery No1



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There are three of them, but this is the oldest and most famous


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At one time it was on the outskirts of the city in the swampy area. Which is also why all the tombs are above ground; a berried coffin would simply float to the top otherwise. This also explains whats happening here...


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Not the decoration on that one tomb, but rather why the bottom row is mostly under ground. The whole thing, like New Orleans itself, is slowly sinking.

The decorations there though are striking, so here's a closer look

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I don't know all the significance of each talisman, but I know it's Voodoo related. That much misrepresented mix of Spiritualism and Catholicism.

Actually, Voodoo is also one of the reasons, this spot is a particularly popular attraction. It is said that Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau can be found here, and the continuous desecration and vandalism that fact caused lead the dioceses to close the cemetery to the public unless you're accompanied by a guide.

You can also find the currently empty tomb (we think it's empty at least) that Nicolas Cage acquired for his future "living" quarters, if you're interested in such. As a student of history though, I thought this one was more interesting (and I honestly didn't know it was there before hand)...


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Each of these reliquaries generally holds dozens if not scores of family's remains. After a body is interred, it is left undisturbed in the grave for a period of one year and one day. At that point, the remains may be pushed to the back of the tomb, leaving room for another body to be interred. Other families prefer to collect the remains, placing them in a muslin bag and lining the edges with them. Space may be currently limited to about one city block, but day to day, there are more folks mingling here then there are on Bourbon Street during Mardi Gras...


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Nice pictures...and thanks for the info.

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

You say that knowing I can't show up on your doorstep.

Clever.

Better than rivaling “Boston’s Great Molasses Flood of 1919”

I've read about that one before. Such a weird disaster.

Indeed. As part of the Senior Deputy Mayor Role, I can nominate 10 people to receive a 2x2 brick each.
All you guys need to do is cover the postage, packing and various administrative charges. Don't worry if the paperwork looks like Bourbon Stockist reciepts, that's just a computer error.
Just let me know what colour Brick you want, send over your $40 US, and I will make it happen.

It pays to know people, right? You're welcome.

Man, that "Useless Middle Manager" role fits you like a glove!

Nice shots. I remember trying to tour that years ago but our Freedom Trail walk got cut short due to rain.

Whelp... SWMBO has over time trained the dogs to expect food whenever she eats. The little one barks shrilly now, incessantly when she does. Guess my days of getting any sleep at all are gone. Sooooo happy she's trained her like that.

Do you need to borrow my taser?

And you all thought those photos were stupid!

All good. I am one of the weird ones that actually likes learning new things.

Witch!

At one time it was on the outskirts of the city in the swampy area. Which is also why all the tombs are above ground; a berried coffin would simply float to the top otherwise. This also explains whats happening here...

Not the decoration on that one tomb, but rather why the bottom row is mostly under ground. The whole thing, like New Orleans itself, is slowly sinking.

So then they'll all be buried...but then they'll come back up....I sense a neverending cycle here.

You can also find the currently empty tomb (we think it's empty at least) that Nicolas Cage acquired for his future "living" quarters, if you're interested in such.

With him, I wouldn't have been shocked if he was already living there.

 

[CapeCodTenor]

Nice shots. I remember trying to tour that years ago but our Freedom Trail walk got cut short due to rain.

Thanks. Yeah, rain will do that. However, the ship isn't going anywhere, so give it another try.

Do you need to borrow my taser?

I'd like to see how that goes.

 

[Cinderella's Fella]

Ok, I have to ask, only because its driving me crazy that I can't figure out: What does SWMBO mean?

She Who Must Be Obeyed

 

[budamacdvcr]

Afternoon fellas from a sunny and bright mother country.

Apparently my particular brand of nonsense has been recognised by the overlords, as I am now another foot up the greasy pole. Just negotiating dough.
Anyways, enough of such tomfoolery.
Have a great day chaps.

Congratulations! Increase in LEGO discounts?

Morning all. Another interview scheduled for Friday, this time with a former employer that I did PRN work for a decade ago. They said I had to wear a mask, but didn't mention any hazmat suit cleanings.

Best of luck

Thanks, but you shouldn’t a done gone and said that…Now you’ll have to deal with even more pictures.

Keep 'em coming, those are great shots.

The frigate that you see on up the way is HMCS Charlottetown; the Canadian Navy’s contribution to the festivities.

 

[CapeCodTenor]

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[pkondz]

More science has hit KY with more lockdowns. The best one is only a total of 8 people are allowed inside a house at Thanksgiving. KY has declared war on Octomom.

Well then you don't want to know what just got announced up here.

And all this learning comes in handy when you run into a trivia contest.

Nope.
Brain like a sieve. I like learning... but retaining is another story.

Nice one mate. Although I think they have a bit of work to do. Number 14 is good, Declan needs to form an M, 10 needs to form a C and number 2 is totally off. He should be in the line forming an A.

Welcome to St Louis Cemetery No1

Cool! I like cemeteries, especially ones with some history to them. I don't often visit them, but did see the one in Halifax where over 100 Titanic victims are buried.

Not the decoration on that one tomb, but rather why the bottom row is mostly under ground. The whole thing, like New Orleans itself, is slowly sinking.

Huh. Wasn't expecting that.

Actually, Voodoo is also one of the reasons, this spot is a particularly popular attraction. It is said that Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau can be found here, and the continuous desecration and vandalism that fact caused lead the dioceses to close the cemetery to the public unless you're accompanied by a guide.

Huh!

As a student of history though, I thought this one was more interesting (and I honestly didn't know it was there before hand)...

Had no idea. Interesting Wiki read.

Do you need to borrow my taser?

yes

And you all thought those photos were stupid!

Who knew they were performing a public service???
I wonder what service "duck lips" is for?

Witch!

As a Canadian, I take offense at this. We do not have any ships that can carry an aircraft, so this photo is patently untrue!
Still... it's nice to dream that we could have something like that.

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

So then they'll all be buried...but then they'll come back up....I sense a neverending cycle here.

It's a bit like the business cycle...
What goes down, may come back up.


With emphasis on the word "may".

With him, I wouldn't have been shocked if he was already living there.

That one is a bit of an odd duck, to be sure.

Recognized that section before reading your ccaption.
(another ship related thing... can't help it)

Had no idea. Interesting Wiki read.

One of our Supreme Court's (and nation's ) more catastrophic self-inflicted wounds.

Do you need to borrow my taser?

yes

This could get interesting

As a Canadian, I take offense at this. We do not have any ships that can carry an aircraft, so this photo is patently untrue!
Still... it's nice to dream that we could have something like that.

Y'all use to...

Maggie and Bonnie
(and the Warrior for a short spell before that)

 

[pkondz]

Recognized that section before reading your ccaption.
(another ship related thing... can't help it)

Was a pretty sobering experience.

One of our Supreme Court's (and nation's ) more catastrophic self-inflicted wounds.

Not a bad plan... just not the result they hoped for.

Y'all use to...

Maggie and Bonnie
(and the Warrior for a short spell before that)

How is it I didn’t know we had freaking carriers????

 

[CapeCodTenor]

Morning, Gents! Well, yesterday was even more of a bore than the day before...if that was even possible. I should have taken advantage and done some studying for my medical coding, could you imagine the amount of reading I'd get done? But didn't want to raise suspicions that I was going to leave anytime soon, and I want the full-time job if they offer it to me, so I kept my books in my bag. Instead I surfed the internet a lot yesterday as well as chatted with people. I think I heard by the end of yesterday that they were close to finishing up. I had heard that we have a a variance of .01% on $1.5 million worth of inventory....not bad considering. And I think the bean counters were happy with that number. So I'm thinking we can get back to work today...which would be nice since today's Friday and I want the day go by quickly. Well, Gents, that's all I have. Have a good day, and we'll chat throughout.

TTFN

Nope.
Brain like a sieve. I like learning... but retaining is another story.

That happens to me quite a bit as well, except it happens with information that I really, Really REALLY need to remember....like reading for a class/course I'm taking. Like now.

Cool! I like cemeteries, especially ones with some history to them. I don't often visit them, but did see the one in Halifax where over 100 Titanic victims are buried.
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Wow...that's pretty cool...and sobering. Makes you think about those people and what they were thinking when the boat was going down. (shudders at the thought)

As a Canadian, I take offense at this. We do not have any ships that can carry an aircraft, so this photo is patently untrue!
Still... it's nice to dream that we could have something like that.

It's a bit like the business cycle...
What goes down, may come back up.


With emphasis on the word "may".

And if they do come back up, let's hope its not because of the zombie apocalypses.

 

[declansdad]

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I would like to see one of your navy pilots make a landing like that.

 

[declansdad]

 

[pkondz]

Morning boys, start of my 26+hours stretch started with shoveling the driveway this morning.
Thank goodness spring is right around the corner!

No?


Hello?

Well, yesterday was even more of a bore than the day before...if that was even possible.

On days like that, I always think it's better than digging ditches. Which I've actually (sort of) done. I had to dig a 6'x6'x3' hole for a concrete footing. In clay. Took a day and a half of straight digging. Not a ton of fun.

I had heard that we have a a variance of .01% on $1.5 million worth of inventory....not bad considering.

That's pretty good, I'd think.

That happens to me quite a bit as well, except it happens with information that I really, Really REALLY need to remember....like reading for a class/course I'm taking. Like now.

Erk! Gonna make your studies interesting!

Wow...that's pretty cool...and sobering. Makes you think about those people and what they were thinking when the boat was going down. (shudders at the thought)

Yup. Couldn't have been pleasant.

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

How is it I didn’t know we had freaking carriers????

Overt amounts of bravado just aren't a major part of Canadian culture, possibly?

That happens to me quite a bit as well, except it happens with information that I really, Really REALLY need to remember....like reading for a class/course I'm taking. Like now.

Same problem.
But it's mundane things like where are the car keys or my glasses for that matter. If I don't commit the day to day things to routine (or Lord forbid, deviate from that routine), I generally end up completely off kilter.

I would like to see one of you navy pilots make a landing like that.

A good pilot flying a VTOL air-frame could pull it off.

Thank goodness spring is right around the corner!

No?


Hello?

Not so sure...
Let me check my calendar and I'll get back to you on that one.

 

[londontime]

having a Grand Inquisitor show up at your door.

A Spanish one?
If only there was a photographic example of aforementioned character.

 

[CapeCodTenor]

Morning boys, start of my 26+hours stretch started with shoveling the driveway this morning.
Thank goodness spring is right around the corner!

No?


Hello?

26 hour?! May the caffeine gods shine down on you in your hour of need.

On days like that, I always think it's better than digging ditches. Which I've actually (sort of) done. I had to dig a 6'x6'x3' hole for a concrete footing. In clay. Took a day and a half of straight digging. Not a ton of fun.

I use to work for my dad, he owned an auto parts store, and he'd have me out on his large property digging up weeds and shoveling rock/gravel/dirt into large holes....so yes, it's better than digging ditches.

That's pretty good, I'd think.

I think it's good, but I'm not a bean counter, so I'm not 100% sure.

Erk! Gonna make your studies interesting!

Right?! This is why I've shifted my studying to short 10-15 minute intense bursts. It seems to be working so far.

Yup. Couldn't have been pleasant.

No it couldn't have.

Same problem.
But it's mundane things like where are the car keys or my glasses for that matter. If I don't commit the day to day things to routine (or Lord forbid, deviate from that routine), I generally end up completely off kilter.

And it's the most random things that I'll remember, too. As for car keys and shoes? OMG! If I didn't put it down where those things are supposed to live, then I'm screwed.

 

[AirGoofy]

Morning all. Bought a Powerball ticket last night, and in case that plan doesn't work out, I'll go to that interview in about an hour.

This would suit me just fine. As much as I love eating my Thanksgiving meal, I'd love to have a day of just hanging out watching movies with no family obligations to worry about...except for the immediate DW and DD.

I'm not up for the big get togethers either. I'm at a loss for government overreach. We already closed churches, sent police to enforce church closures, and now government is dictating on private property. I really would like to know how the science calculated that number given the variables. Some will blindly follow. We will continue with our plans already made.

Yeah, sorry buddy, the retirement board put a nix on that

Figures as much. You could have used those lego dollars for leverage to get it approved though.

Good point...
(so to speak)

Well then you don't want to know what just got announced up here.

Do share, if you want.

Morning, Gents! Well, yesterday was even more of a bore than the day before...if that was even possible. I should have taken advantage and done some studying for my medical coding, could you imagine the amount of reading I'd get done? But didn't want to raise suspicions that I was going to leave anytime soon, and I want the full-time job if they offer it to me, so I kept my books in my bag. Instead I surfed the internet a lot yesterday as well as chatted with people. I think I heard by the end of yesterday that they were close to finishing up. I had heard that we have a a variance of .01% on $1.5 million worth of inventory....not bad considering. And I think the bean counters were happy with that number. So I'm thinking we can get back to work today...which would be nice since today's Friday and I want the day go by quickly. Well, Gents, that's all I have. Have a good day, and we'll chat throughout.

TTFN

Not a bad result. You all get bonuses now right?

Morning boys, start of my 26+hours stretch started with shoveling the driveway this morning.

26 hours?! Ugh. Good luck.