GBA PRESENTS- the public games

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  1. TY!
     
  2. Why do they make the springs so tight on the toilet paper roll holder o_O I just lost a good bit of finger. This is the worst place to get a open wound the toilet area once I almost lost a leg same thing.. :( F me. I was going to throw the damn thing out and I thought -wait China.. I'll never get another one....
     
  3. Stock up on toothpaste apparently all the caps are made in China.>
     
  4. Robert Lambert’s White Rare Citrus Fruit Cake
    A cake of a different caliber.
    Full disclosure: the price on this cake may cause sticker shock. Where most fruit cakes are cheap, somewhat industrial and terrible, this is another species altogether. It's by far the best of its kind I've ever tried.

    This is Robert's classic cake. He explains, "The recipe is British, Victorian era. It's based on my grandmother Floria's cakes, but instead of the store-bought glaceed fruits she used, I make my own candied fruit." But though the original recipe is more than a century old, each year Robert tweaks it a little: he'll add a new, just-discovered rare citrus, or he'll adjust the way he's chopping the nuts or candying the fruit to make it a little more delicious, a little more beautiful, a little more show-stopping. That also means that, from one year to the next, the flavor of the cake will change just a smidge.

    For this year's cakes, Robert started by choosing citrus like blood oranges, bergamots, Rangpur limes, rare Japanese shekwasha, and more. He mixed them with more fruits, like cherries he glaceed in his own Blood Orange Syrup, and small, golden Hunza raisins, plus finely chopped coconut and nuts including Brazil nuts, almonds, walnuts, and pecans, all hand-cut down to just the right size to distribute them evenly and help the cake stay intact when sliced. He soaked each cake in cognac and aged them for a few months. Finally, he garnished each cake with a cedar sprig and a star cut out of candied blood orange peel.

    A slice cut thin while the cake is cool—he recommends serving it chilled—looks like a stained glass window and tastes fresh, clean and lively. Each fruit cake is about six inches long, comes in a muslin bag with a drawstring, and serves 8 to 10.

    Kept cool and well wrapped in the fridge, a fruitcake will keep for years.


    Mine just arrived! :)
     
  5. vztrdr

    vztrdr

    Stoney, I'm being serious here. I don't want anything to happen to you. Those things love to defecate in swimming pools. Don't ask me why but it's a known fact.

    You need to know this, and you should thank me for at least taking the time to point it out:

    Raccoon feces can pose significant health risks, particularly in environments like swimming pools. The primary concern is the potential presence of Baylisascaris procyonis, a roundworm that can be found in raccoon droppings. This parasite can lead to severe neurological diseases in humans if its eggs are ingested, which can occur through contaminated water or surfaces.

    Contamination: Raccoon feces can contaminate pool water with roundworm eggs. These eggs are resilient and can survive in chlorinated water, making it crucial to address any fecal contamination immediately.

    Health Hazards: Ingesting even a small number of these eggs can lead to serious health issues, particularly in children, who are more susceptible to infections. Symptoms may range from mild to severe neurological problems depending on the amount ingested.

    Preventive Measures: To mitigate risks, it is essential to keep raccoons away from pools. This can be achieved by securing the area with fences, covering the pool when not in use, and removing food sources that might attract raccoons.
     
  6. vztrdr

    vztrdr

    Raccoons are known for their curious and resourceful behavior, particularly when it comes to their interactions with water. They often defecate in swimming pools for several reasons:

    Reasons Raccoons Defecate in Pools

    Water Attraction: Raccoons are naturally drawn to water, which is a significant part of their habitat. They enjoy playing in it, washing their food, and even using it to enhance their sensory perception through a behavior known as "dousing," where they wet their paws to better feel and manipulate objects.

    Hiding Feces: Like many animals, raccoons prefer to conceal their droppings from predators. Defecating in water serves this purpose well, as it helps to mask their scent and keeps their feces hidden from other raccoons and potential threats

    Frequent Locations: Raccoons tend to return to the same spots to defecate, often choosing shallow areas like the steps of a pool. This behavior is consistent with their tendency to establish communal latrines, where they feel safe and secure

    Health Considerations
    While raccoon feces may seem like a minor nuisance, it can pose health risks. Raccoon droppings can contain eggs of the Baylisascaris procyonis roundworm, which can be harmful to humans, especially children. These eggs are resistant to chlorine and can survive in the environment for extended periods, making it crucial to clean any contamination thoroughly and promptly
     


  7. Van I love raccoons. This last week I did see one very messy poop that I took to be mama Brunson's but no visits From Hamilton the runt. I am very worried.
     
  8. Kraken Robotics price target raised by C$0.40 at Desjardins » 15:05 KRKNF

    Ok bare with me-- We nailed the TMC which is mining the sea floor for rare earths... I forgot to add that one to our list of hits last week- huge! But then I'm thinking what of a picks and shovel approach to deep sea mining...

    Kraken Robotics-