Going to Delta's system to check prices to plan for a trip in October, and finding that what I thought was a 50% flight credit (cancelled 2020 Frozen 4) that I also thought had expired a month or so ago is actually a 100% credit, and doesn't expire until the end of 2022.
Delta extended all credits by mid 2020 into 2022. They also rolled over SkyMiles if you’re a frequent flyer, but 2022 will start from scratch as usual.
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
Going to Delta's system to check prices to plan for a trip in October, and finding that what I thought was a 50% flight credit (cancelled 2020 Frozen 4) that I also thought had expired a month or so ago is actually a 100% credit, and doesn't expire until the end of 2022.
Delta extended all credits by mid 2020 into 2022. They also rolled over SkyMiles if you’re a frequent flyer, but 2022 will start from scratch as usual.
I wasn't sure how much they re-did some of the earlier stuff, but was definitely a happy find today. Between a couple trips I have lined up this fall, I should burn through both the credits and the biggest chunk of my miles before the end of 2021 anyway.
B1G refs... corrupt, or just incompetent?
Going to Delta's system to check prices to plan for a trip in October, and finding that what I thought was a 50% flight credit (cancelled 2020 Frozen 4) that I also thought had expired a month or so ago is actually a 100% credit, and doesn't expire until the end of 2022.
Delta extended all credits by mid 2020 into 2022. They also rolled over SkyMiles if you’re a frequent flyer, but 2022 will start from scratch as usual.
I wasn't sure how much they re-did some of the earlier stuff, but was definitely a happy find today. Between a couple trips I have lined up this fall, I should burn through both the credits and the biggest chunk of my miles before the end of 2021 anyway.
I knew my vouchers were good until April of 2022 but I just looked and saw they now expire 12/31/22 as well. I hadn't seen that and it's kind of nice that we don't feel compelled to use them for Spring Break next year.
Sitting on our back deck, enjoying a cocktail and this absolutely glorious weather! Mr Cardinal and Mr Robin having a birdsong battle, a cool breeze, a house made Moscow Mule. Honestly I don’t need much to be very happy :good2:
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
Sitting on our back deck, enjoying a cocktail and this absolutely glorious weather! Mr Cardinal and Mr Robin having a birdsong battle, a cool breeze, a house made Moscow Mule. Honestly I don’t need much to be very happy :good2:
Sounds perfect.
Reading (with intermittent napping.... 
) on our front porch for a bit then a couple mile walk around the 'hood with Mrs. GE. Was glorious this evening.
“When your best friend is the son of God, you get tired of losing every argument.”
― Christopher Moore, Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal
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Sitting on our back deck, enjoying a cocktail and this absolutely glorious weather! Mr Cardinal and Mr Robin having a birdsong battle, a cool breeze, a house made Moscow Mule. Honestly I don’t need much to be very happy :good2:
For me it was being on the screened in porch with a Culver’s Concrete Mixer. I’m glad we are back to more normal June weather
I’m writing two articles on Krampus, the sinister side character to St Nicholas, who is experiencing a resurgence in popularity. One is a general history article, plus will include items for the antique collectors interest. The other covers the special events, parades and religious celebrations in Europe that focus on Krampus. I’ve been lucky enough to attend several different ones and they are so unique.
Let’s just say I enjoy my writing task a million times more when it’s not stinking’ hot as we have no full AC and my computer runs hot! But it’s very weird to be concentrating on Krampus, Advent season and winter festivals in June! Both articles will be published in a Christmas magazine in October.
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
Post a link when it's published, sounds like a fun read.
I love the Christmas markets in Europe! The past three times I've travelled to Europe have been over or near Christmas and it's truly magical to see the magnificent cathedrals surrounded by markets. The Feuerzangenbowle I had in Luxembourg City was fantastic!
“When your best friend is the son of God, you get tired of losing every argument.”
― Christopher Moore, Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal
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Post a link when it's published, sounds like a fun read.
I love the Christmas markets in Europe! The past three times I've travelled to Europe have been over or near Christmas and it's truly magical to see the magnificent cathedrals surrounded by markets. The Feuerzangenbowle I had in Luxembourg City was fantastic!
It’s a private club magazine, it’s not online. But I’ll try and post a link to a Word doc when I’m done, no photos but the articles can be read.
I’ve been to various Chriskindlmarts all over Europe. I love to try the local gluwine, sour cherry and blueberry are favorites.
I’m obsessed with Krampus, belong to the MN Krampus Society. My favorite parade is in Switzerland, with these light headpieces called Ifflen.
Google Klausjagen Kussnacht.
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
Post a link when it's published, sounds like a fun read.
I love the Christmas markets in Europe! The past three times I've travelled to Europe have been over or near Christmas and it's truly magical to see the magnificent cathedrals surrounded by markets. The Feuerzangenbowle I had in Luxembourg City was fantastic!
It’s a private club magazine, it’s not online. But I’ll try and post a link to a Word doc when I’m done, no photos but the articles can be read.
I’ve been to various Chriskindlmarts all over Europe. I love to try the local gluwine, sour cherry and blueberry are favorites.
I’m obsessed with Krampus, belong to the MN Krampus Society. My favorite parade is in Switzerland, with these light headpieces called Ifflen.
Google Klausjagen Kussnacht.
Now I have to know how many members make up the MN Krampus Society.
Post a link when it's published, sounds like a fun read.
I love the Christmas markets in Europe! The past three times I've travelled to Europe have been over or near Christmas and it's truly magical to see the magnificent cathedrals surrounded by markets. The Feuerzangenbowle I had in Luxembourg City was fantastic!
It’s a private club magazine, it’s not online. But I’ll try and post a link to a Word doc when I’m done, no photos but the articles can be read.
I’ve been to various Chriskindlmarts all over Europe. I love to try the local gluwine, sour cherry and blueberry are favorites.
I’m obsessed with Krampus, belong to the MN Krampus Society. My favorite parade is in Switzerland, with these light headpieces called Ifflen.
Google Klausjagen Kussnacht.
Now I have to know how many members make up the MN Krampus Society.
About 50. We’ll be at the Loring Park Christmas Market, and various Winter Carnival events this year. Plus brewery events! Check out the schedule on FB
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
Post a link when it's published, sounds like a fun read.
I love the Christmas markets in Europe! The past three times I've travelled to Europe have been over or near Christmas and it's truly magical to see the magnificent cathedrals surrounded by markets. The Feuerzangenbowle I had in Luxembourg City was fantastic!
It’s a private club magazine, it’s not online. But I’ll try and post a link to a Word doc when I’m done, no photos but the articles can be read.
I’ve been to various Chriskindlmarts all over Europe. I love to try the local gluwine, sour cherry and blueberry are favorites.
I’m obsessed with Krampus, belong to the MN Krampus Society. My favorite parade is in Switzerland, with these light headpieces called Ifflen.
Google Klausjagen Kussnacht.
Now I have to know how many members make up the MN Krampus Society.
About 50. We’ll be at the Loring Park Christmas Market, and various Winter Carnival events this year. Plus brewery events! Check out the schedule on FB
Say no to FB.
Lol, you don’t have to be on FB to see the page. I’m not, I hate FB. And I should clarify, 50 local members, there are out of state and overseas members too.
I’m not sure if this years events are official yet, but there’s been discussion.
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
Well it's no Festivus anyway. :anger: 
Had to do a little google of this Krampus.
“Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure, in Alpine folklore, who during the Christmas season scares children who have misbehaved”
I like this guy already.
Had to do a little google of this Krampus.
“Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure, in Alpine folklore, who during the Christmas season scares children who have misbehaved”
I like this guy already.
So... at the malls... do the parents get to choose whether the kids see Santa or Krampus... or do their neighbors/teachers/members of the general public? I suspect that the results could be different.
B1G refs... corrupt, or just incompetent?
Had to do a little google of this Krampus.
“Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure, in Alpine folklore, who during the Christmas season scares children who have misbehaved”
I like this guy already.
Really? He's basically the evil Santa Claus.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Had to do a little google of this Krampus.
“Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure, in Alpine folklore, who during the Christmas season scares children who have misbehaved”
I like this guy already.
Really? He's basically the evil Santa Claus.
Well, then don’t be/raise shithead kids!
Had to do a little google of this Krampus.
“Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure, in Alpine folklore, who during the Christmas season scares children who have misbehaved”
I like this guy already.
Really? He's basically the evil Santa Claus.
Well, then don’t be/raise shithead kids!
I meant not knowing about Krampus... 
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Had to do a little google of this Krampus.
“Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure, in Alpine folklore, who during the Christmas season scares children who have misbehaved”
I like this guy already.
Really? He's basically the evil Santa Claus.
Well, then don’t be/raise shithead kids!
I meant not knowing about Krampus...
I’ve heard the name in the past. But I’m old and have forgotten a lot of stuff over the years.
Had to do a little google of this Krampus.
“Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure, in Alpine folklore, who during the Christmas season scares children who have misbehaved”
I like this guy already.
Really? He's basically the evil Santa Claus.
I had no idea what Krampus was outside of hearing the name.
Had to do a little google of this Krampus.
“Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure, in Alpine folklore, who during the Christmas season scares children who have misbehaved”
I like this guy already.
Really? He's basically the evil Santa Claus.
I had no idea what Krampus was outside of hearing the name.
That honestly, truly, shocks me, given your world travels. No snark, no troll. I am truly surprised.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Had to do a little google of this Krampus.
“Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure, in Alpine folklore, who during the Christmas season scares children who have misbehaved”
I like this guy already.
Really? He's basically the evil Santa Claus.
I had no idea what Krampus was outside of hearing the name.
Same
Don’t get me rolling on Krampus, you’ll beg me to stop. But Krampus predates Christ and was a Pagan character who helped usher in the Solstice.
Christian religion co-opted him and made him a companion to St Nicholas. St Nicholas is NOT Santa. St Nic leaves candy and treats to good children on St Nicolas Eve (not Christmas) and Krampus dealt with the naughty ones. He would beat them with sticks, wrap them in chains and carry off the EXTRA naughty ones in a basket on his back.
He is a very Germanic character and the German cultural issues today of raising proper well behaved children still use Krampus as a threat.
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.
TV series "Grimm" from several years ago had a terrific episode centered on Krampus
There’s a Krampus movie
There’s a Krampus movie
There are probably a couple of 'em.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
There’s a Krampus movie
I wish I had the sound byte from the KQ MS of the old lady saying, "not interested".
A girl I went to college with is writing a book series about Krampus. The first one released a few years ago. Think they are titled The Krampus Chronicles. First was named Krampus Chronicles: The Three Sisters.
Amazon reviews are pretty favorable.
My first Father's Day. I’m “BLESSED”… A great wife and 3 wonderful children!!!
Keep your stick on the ice...
I was told there would be no math.
My wife... When I met her a year and change she didn't own one Minnesota Gophers item. Now she might have more Gophers shirts than me, let make the office/man cave Minnesota Gophers themed and even the kitchen has Gophers stuff displayed. Not I just have to get her to her first game this winter!!!
Keep your stick on the ice...
My wife... When I met her a year and change she didn't own one Minnesota Gophers item. Now she might have more Gophers shirts than me, let make the office/man cave Minnesota Gophers themed and even the kitchen has Gophers stuff displayed. Not I just have to get her to her first game this winter!!!
Kind of the same with my wife, but back when Rau/Haula played and she now owns a Haula authentic Gopher and Wild jersey and we take our Christmas pictures with Gopher jerseys on!
Luckily you didn’t meet her and try to get her to her first game a couple years back, she might have left you after throwing out all of the decor!
When I was with my last ex, she had never been to a true sportsball game, took her to the B1G tourney at the X. She went ballistic during the game, cheering/booing/whatnot. At one point, she turned to ask me, "WHAT THE HELL IS HAPPENING TO ME? I'M ALL INTO THIS!!!!" My reply was, "Welcome to being a sports fan."
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
When I was with my last ex, she had never been to a true sportsball game, took her to the B1G tourney at the X. She went ballistic during the game, cheering/booing/whatnot. At one point, she turned to ask me, "WHAT THE HELL IS HAPPENING TO ME? I'M ALL INTO THIS!!!!" My reply was, "Welcome to being a sports fan."
We need more boisterous fans just like her in the seats for the upcoming season.
When I was with my last ex, she had never been to a true sportsball game, took her to the B1G tourney at the X. She went ballistic during the game, cheering/booing/whatnot. At one point, she turned to ask me, "WHAT THE HELL IS HAPPENING TO ME? I'M ALL INTO THIS!!!!" My reply was, "Welcome to being a sports fan."
We need more boisterous fans just like her in the seats for the upcoming season.
Well, that ain't gonna f*ing happen. 
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
When I was with my last ex, she had never been to a true sportsball game, took her to the B1G tourney at the X. She went ballistic during the game, cheering/booing/whatnot. At one point, she turned to ask me, "WHAT THE HELL IS HAPPENING TO ME? I'M ALL INTO THIS!!!!" My reply was, "Welcome to being a sports fan."
We need more boisterous fans just like her in the seats for the upcoming season.
Well, that ain't gonna f*ing happen.
Not HER.... LIKE her.
B1G refs... corrupt, or just incompetent?
LOLOLOL. Good catch. 
(FTR, we're civil still)
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Vera is different from this. At home she has no desire to watch any sports whatsoever. If I manage to get her in a stadium or arena she has a blast, though.
Vera is different from this. At home she has no desire to watch any sports whatsoever. If I manage to get her in a stadium or arena she has a blast, though.
I think that is a big factor. Get a person into the thick of things...it becomes raw emotion at a sportsball event. There is no rationality. It's just HAPPY MAD SAD ECSTATIC!!!!!!!!!!!!
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
LOLOLOL. Good catch.
(FTR, we're civil still)Well, yeah... but you don't even go to games... the chances of you bringing her to one are immeasurably low.
B1G refs... corrupt, or just incompetent?
"Who do you think you are I am!!" What?
https://twitter.com/Super70sSports/status/1408473134710337540?s=20
Just once I’d like to be able to throw a ball that bites like that.
If I ever go back to a bowling league it will be one of those PBA experience leagues where you bowl on the same patterns the pros do
Why I laughed I don’t know…
https://twitter.com/breakinghaha/status/1408305483027554306?s=21
“When your best friend is the son of God, you get tired of losing every argument.”
― Christopher Moore, Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal
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My MIL took the kids overnight so we could go out with friends for dinner to celebrate my wife’s birthday. Was able to sleep until 8:30 this morning and then sat out on my screened porch to read while it rained.
Usual LTD Sunday with the usual crowd, we were feeling saucy, ended up at Main Street Bar (Hopkins) for a round. Friend, who plays pull tabs a bit, goes to buy some. He always profits (different from winning, he actually profits). I told myself, today, I will out-win him. I play, on average, less than once a year.
AND WTF I ACTUALLY DID. Bought $20 worth, and won $400.
Edit: I didn't have the red line/etc, so I went up to the booth, guy was explaining how it works. I think he was in disbelief that I had little idea how the "window" game works. Apparently, when you win big, you choose a spot on the box's card, and that's what you win.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Due to the 30/30 Lakers/Celtics, went digging. Found a great compilation. The touch of Larry Legend, how he shot and moved the rock in a game....the touch he had...amazing.He wasn't doing highlight reel stuff to capture the camera, he was doing what worked, to win the game. (Ugh, same with Magic Johnson, the arch enemy, lol)
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When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Spent this past weekend at a waterpark with my wife and our 3 kids. Making memories!!!
Keep your stick on the ice...
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Keep your stick on the ice...
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Cute kids with happy smiles, love it :dup:
Note: Due to inflation dirty deeds will no longer be done dirt cheap.