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(...) I found that my chips were crunchy and warm--just right! I think it helped that I put the salsa in with the cheese over the chips before I put the whole thing into the microwave--the salsa distributes the heat to the chips better... Dave K (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yes, this is Jeff Elliott's design. We used them very successfully at the NMRA show this summer. Unfortunately he's very busy preparing to move, so probably won't be able to post details anytime soon. I've got copies of the easy throw model at (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) you cant nail that on me. What kate and i do is toast the nachos in the oven, then finish them off on broil. you came up with the microwave idea. Sure it melts the cheese, but the Chips. good god man.... think of the chips!!! Chris (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) That Chris guy--he's okay sometimes. Dave K (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I can't take credit for this one-Chris and Kate do this often. I figured it out from him. Calum (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Was it the one in the trains 2 room? I did snap some pics of that, because I'd love to have automated switches :) (4 URLs) that helps! (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Still wrestling with Blaster, was here until 6 or 7 (lost track but eh, I get salary... oh wait, that should be a 'Grr!!!') Then I went home, watched the Santa Fe go around the layout a few times, picked up the 'mixed stuff for the kids', then (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hey Larry, I think it would be a Good Thing(tm) to come out and see you. Work's becoming a little less busy--most systems are patched and I'm not putting in extremely long days, so there's tonight, and tomorrow night when I'm free. Maybe Allan (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) See, now I don't even have to go to off-topic.test to read test messages... They're coming to me now! Hi Vineet! Dave K (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) The problem is, I saw it, held it in my hand, but was far too distracted to remember all the 'intricate' gearing and connections... Was tres sweet, though! I believe it was a JeffE design(tm). Dave K (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) As someone who finds it hard to be motivated and build something, I'd be interested in trying out an easier competition! Iain (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'm likely available any evening, but as mentioned probably wouldn't be able to arrive in Waterloo until after supper. Anyone else want to jump in with an idea for where and when to meet? (...) Yes and it has built in redundancy. When the (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Calum- I made a goof up when signing on to post. Is there a way for me to go back to my registration and correct it? (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hi Vineet, You have to install LPub, L3P and POV-Ray 3.1. When you download LPub it gives you directions on what all to install and where to get it. Once you have these things installed, Generate->Single Image will do the trick. Kevin (an RTL (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Does that require switch modification? The rtlToronto gang(1) had not one but TWO boffo powered points designs (using clutch gears) that did not require internal switch modification, they had torque to burn and easily threw unmodified switches (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.trains)
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(...) I'll be here all week if all goes according to plan. I'm driving home Friday nite. So ya! I hope we can muster a few other folks too... (...) Well clearly that's a super boffo cool technology... because I'm riding the light as we speak! I'm in (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, One of the ideas being bounced around while in DC was the idea of having a variant of each rtlToronto competition for people just beginning in the Lego robotics arena. Instead of offering simple games which require effort to (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Kevin Clague- I have a question about your MLCad/LDraw program; how do I turn the ldr. file I built into a jpeg? (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Magno (?)- I was just glancing through one of the Modelshow Europe's pages when I came across what you were telling me the other night about the throw of the pneumatics. (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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:( well, I had on it being productive.... home, lego, jeff/susan.. but no. Shane comes over (a REAL bachelor) and drags me all over town eating poutine for supper, and shopping at price club for mastercase' of stuff. now @ 10:39..... I gotta think (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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This is a test (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) There's a guy in Seattle that runs the "Workshop 3D" challenges a couple times a year. They added a walking sumo earlier this year. (URL) sure David Schilling could tell you more about it. They should have another one around November. Steve ps (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hi Derek, I'd love to compete in this competition. I have task relevant knowlegde with respect to bipeds. I cannot travel to the *next* North American quadrantLEGO get together, nor the ability to travel to Toronto for the next competion. Doug (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Not sure if this is exactly what you're looking for, but I've got plans for a remote switch on my site here: (URL) Koudys" <dkoudys@redeemer.on.ca> wrote in message news:HJtKDM.DoI@lugnet.com... (...) explanation as (...) LACC (...) (21 years ago, 19-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Larry, how long are you in the neighbourhood? My week is still shaping up, but I might be able to slip into Waterloo some evening this week. It would likely have to be a short visit... perhaps coffee or some such thing, after supper. (...) (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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The clues are there, to lazy to figure it out. :-) Ok, I'm talking about my capacitor powered King of the Hill robot. One of the problems I had with the spring mechanism was it was to strong and made the robot jump, when I just needed it to tip (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) What? You don't know? C'mon Chris! You were there when we talked about it. Remember when Calum did that thing, and Derek went, "Hey! Springs!!" Dave K (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi guys... I apparently will be in Waterloo ON all week (as soon as I get there, I'm going to drive rather than fly). Any chance for a get together? Drop me a note or post here, I'll be watching. (I'll check via dial in assuming I can suss out how (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) OK, I'll bite..... Derek, what perchance are you chatting about? Chris (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Doncha just hate that! Dave K (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Ya, I know, but it's a pain when you think of it like 5 months too late. Derek (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) But cat houses are very prolific! Aaron (displaced American) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Live and learn I always say. Now you know. Dave K (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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The damper instead of the spring. That might have worked a lot better. Derek (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I've starting building for the event and hope to enter but alas, progress is slow. (...) Jeremy. (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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but staying within the 'law of the land'... And lo and behold... (URL) is back (lucky you) And there was much rejoicing.... Dave K -who will never achieve 5 9's for his server in this lifetime... (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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From the NMRA show, can someone post instructions or give a clear explanation as to how the motor/clutch gears/switch get put together? I got my other 1.0 RCX back Saturday and so I'm going to do a Mark Riley LACC remote switch thing and such... (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Derek Raycraft wrote: <snip> (...) What? Who Me?? Nyaah, I only read rtlToronto... There are other NG's here? Hadn't noticed. Dave K (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Since for some odd reason I posted this to the ontario group, I'll repost it here so someone other then Calum and Dave might see it. Ok, so for the last while people have been bugging us about not doing Sumo events. And we always say they've been (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) well, I'm not yet.... when i get home tonight will be my first REAL build. sequence of events: finish work: go to bank (for work) go home some how let Jeff E and Susan know that I wish them well. start microwave popcorn retire to basement and (...) (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Who's planning to build for rtlToronto14? Anyone started already? Chris must be, he's a bachelor for the next month! Taco Bell, Lego, and snocones here we come! Calum (21 years ago, 18-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Sorry, I posted this message a while ago and it ended up in the wrong group! I'm no longer in Italy, but boy was it fun! Rob (21 years ago, 17-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) They still have it listed for that price, so yeah, you probably did. However, to get free shipping, you have to be willing to wait another 3-5 days for delivery, so I doubt I would have saved any money on that deal, and I wouldn't have gotten (...) (21 years ago, 17-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'm hoping to be there. Most of downtown appears to have power now. The highways don't need power to keep things moving so it shouldn't be a big deal getting there. I'm unsure how much gas I have, so that could be the limiting factor. Derek (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) WHAT!!!!! listen up DAVE. when i re-read what you posted I'll show you what I see. "... sorry Chris. I cant make it to the dinner cause I'm a big wuss. You see, with all the Blaster Worm stuff going around I am afraid to leave my house and I (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Just finished listening to the radio... I'd love to drive to the Big Smoke, but with the blackouts and such, I'm just going to go home, eat the ice cream in my freezer, and look forward to seeing all of you tomorrow, if ya get down to my (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Our data center is up too, but the entire staff was told to stay home. Dinner? Hella-yeah. What's scary is, even though the entire frickin GTA is blacked out, networks are down, cellphones are inoperative, and there's rolling pockets of power (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) With the rolling power outages, is this a good thing(tm)? I'm sick of waiting at non-red lights for people to understand that no lights means 4 way stop!! ANyway, I'll see how I feel at 5 when I leave Burlington (which does have problems with (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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OK, for those that can read this. the usual lego dinner is on. BUT due to the fact that the normal restaurant is not open, Calum has managed to find a place that will take "us lot". So, Please proceed to the swiss chalet at 642 dixon Rd. near (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Here, here!!! i can understand the concept behind the cascade that shut down the power...... what I cant under is why such a system was allowed to continue 36 YEARS after the FIRST time it happened. granted back in 65(?) it took 72 hours to (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So come on over sometime b/w noon and midnight, stay as long as you like. Y'all have directions and maps and such, and if ya don't, just e-mail me. (btw, new e-mail--dkoudysNOSPA...cable.net) Certain rtl members have my cell #, but it doesn't seem (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I think we all need to take a visit to alt.cuddle. Iain PS - Wonderland is closed and the CNE delayed its opening 'till tomorrow. No KMG Afterburner for me. :( I guess I may as well go to the dinner. PPS - what the heck is going on with these (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I'm from NY and I certainly do not want Hillary Clinton speaking on my behalf. I don't even care where the power outage started, as long as it is handled with ease by both countries. Stuff like this happens, and we have to accept it for what (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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<snippage> (...) I just got power 1/2 hour ago. Its been off since the whole thing started. When I heard about the blame game, I just laughed to myself and went about my business. Whatever caused it, officials are sure being tight-lipped about it. I (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) The mayor isn't alone. I read in one story that a certain NY senator also blames Canada. Aren't American politician's wonderful? Of course Canadians sometimes point fingers before any facts are known as well. ------- CROSS-BORDER (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I think that I got it for 74.95US becaue I preordered--have to verify. It was more for convenience than saving money. "Oh look, B5 in my mailbox! Sweet!" (...) Totally agreed. I taped B5 when it originally aired on TV and still have all the (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I never really understood the point of buying new-release DVDs from online stores. I was able to preorder B5.3 from my local Sam Goody and pick it up Tuesday for the preorder special of USD80 (reg USD100), and I didn't have to pay a dime for (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I see TSE opened up fine. American SE is down while NYSE is up. Yesterday the markets got a full day in but us peons on 20 minute delays see flatlines just prior to closing. My old employer in NYC, Bear Stearns has even had air conditioning (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Ka-On Lee wrote: <snip> (...) <snip> I tool my telescope out last night and viewed Mars and the Moon. The Milky Way could be seen easily in Hamiltyon--first time I've seen it in Hamilton. I got B5 s3 from AMazon on (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) It's so hard to make a good house out of fish... (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) you sound like an out-of-work Canadian Lumber Jack. relax. I work for a company that makes electric meters (the kind that go on the side of your house, so the electric company knows how much electric you're using) One of the guys here had a (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Except that lumber is carp these days. I just got back from 3 weeks of building a house, and over 3/4 of the lumber we had was badly twisted or warped in at least 1 of 3 dimensions, usually more. I don't think this degree of twistiness is (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hey Kevin. It was nice to finally meet you in person. Your software tools have been a great help to me and I am sure many others. As for power... From what I have heard, Ontario is experiencing rolling blackouts... Some ares have yet to get (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I was ready to buy the B5 Season 3 and some AAA batteries for the Spybot when the power went out. Slowly went home and sort LEGO until it get really dark. I am sure the folks down South in Toronto have more interesting story when they get back (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I heard that early this morn and I cant tell you how upset this made me. what next, American's will refuse our beef? .... oh wait. or how about screening all air traffic for SARS.... oh wait..... or slapping an illegal *27% tariff on Canadian (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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This morning on the news I heard NYC's Mayor (I cannot spell his name) say that the blackout likely occurred somewhere in Canada. A song popped into my head: "Blame Canada! Blame Canada!" Take care of yourselves. But don't rig candles to the RCS's. (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I've got a total of four 'hoes and enough hose to meet all their needs. You can never have too many pneumatics.... (or at least I can't) Thanks for the email Steve. I replied, but if you don't get it let me know and I'll post my questions (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) your lucky. (...) actually I live about 30 KM away from the last nasty coal power plant and I still have no A/C, BUT my across the lane way neighbors do have power. its very hit or miss. Chris why in this power state, jeff, Ralph, and me are (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Kevin, Glad you had a good time with the RTL guys. I really wish I had been able to make it too. Chris and Dave will understand when I say I have some rather large commitments up here, and I'm really hhoping to make the Seattle show next (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) who told you this??? (...) Now I am debating going home to a possible lack of power but an ample supply of Lego, or stay in thornhill with power and no Lego... I also have to try to find some gas! Jeff VW (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I have no power at home but I have power at work. morning breakfast saw me boil a pot of water for both Abby's bottle, and 2 cuts of instant coffee for me and Kate. we both had BBQ toast, and I've had to BEAT into Kate the idea that the fridge and (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, If you are reading this, it means your power has been restored. When I heard about the blackout I immediatly thought of my new LEGO friends I made at BrickFest 2003 that lived in Toronto (RTLToronto). I hope you are all OK. It was great (...) (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I figured I would post quickly to see if we are still doing dinner... I am in Thornhill at the moment (our data center which is powered). Currently: I have no power at home. My phone is dead. I am almost out of gas. What a Great 12 hours! Jeff VW (21 years ago, 15-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) You folks and your spell checkers :) For reference, let me give some context for the restaurant locations. We picked Mel's early on, primarily because most of the people in the group were downtown. Chris was working at Bathurst and Niagara, (...) (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) To be fair there is ample parking at this Swiss Chalet. You just might have to pay a small fee for it. (...) The rumor of ample parking at this location is exaggerated. One evening I was unable to get a spot in the lot and had to circle for (...) (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Well, let's vote (all those who will attend next month): For the NEXT Lego dinner (September 2003) would you prefer -The Royal York Swiss Chalet, close to the subway but with little parking OR -The Kipling/Dundas Swiss Chalet, far from the (...) (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) In fact it is not a block or two, and I challenge anyone who believes it is to park at Kipling and walk there tomorrow. There is a difference between a location being sandwiched between the two entrances of a subway station and being kilometer (...) (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) As I recall this location is a block or two from the Subway, which is very walkable, for a chipper young fellow like yourself. :) Jeff VW (...) (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Near is a relative term. I would say the Royal York one is near the Subway. This one is not. (...) Done, just called them and they are in fact open again. (...) Yes but it needs much more parking because it isn't near the subway. (...) With (...) (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) It's the new one near Kipling. Why? a) We haven't confirmed if the old one is opened again. b) The new one has much more parking. c) Reports from employees say the old one has even less space now, giving no real advantage to returning to that (...) (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Is this the one we've been going to for the last little while or the one we stopped going to because it was being renovated but is now open again and is closer to the subway? Derek (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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You know the place: Swiss Chalet 5487 Dundas Street West Etobicoke, Ontario You know the time: Friday, August 15th, 7PM You know the topics: -BrickFest roundup -Hobby Show: 40 Linear Feet of Table See y'all there. Calum (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Word! I finished reading the Lethargic Lad Jumbo Sized Annual #1 and the bit in there about the "Role Playing Sequence in Lethargic Lad #8 - Part 2" is priceless. Goddamn priceless. I was reading it at 2AM at our company offsite meeting and I (...) (21 years ago, 14-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) !SNIP!! (...) um dave. this is rtlToronto... NOT some place that you can unload your simple world virus problems. :) smirk. glad your back. good luck patching. Chris (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Here is the LEGO "POT" that Derek, Jeff VanWinden, and Jeff Elliot made on Thursday afternoon before Brickfest started. I played only a very minor role (I helped sort out the pieces from the K8 for them to build it). (URL) or (URL) for you newsgroup (...) (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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I dislike strongly my new cable company. My last one gave me 3 ip addy's. This one gives me 1, and hten charges me 5 bucks per each add'l ip address. As well, my website isn't working! Grr! (though FTP still works but that's just not good 'nuff!) So (...) (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I wanted to get three 'hoes while I was in DC, but my wife said I could only get 1. :( Maybe next time. (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) ok people... stand by for calum ball, and Calum losing it in 5. 4. 3. ..... (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) DAVES BACK!!!! DAVES BACK!!!! HI DAVE!!! we missed you. ok. I missed you. I have your stuff from Ralph, and I have your control lab. come to dinner!!!! hey , when is dinner? Chris Why no new Strongbads? (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Especially if that 'hoe gets dirty--those dirty 'hoes are just bad! Dave K (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yes, I'm jealous about not having a 'hoe. However, I'd rather have no 'hoe than a faulty 'hoe. Too many problems can "pop" up w/ a faulty 'hoe. Jeremy. (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) You're jealous 'cause you have no 'hoe? Dave K (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) crying, and don't forget the curling up into the fetal position and rocking back and forth. Iain, relax. one day soon you, me, Ivan, we'll head over to Casa de Magno, and we'll make snow cones, and lurn control lab stuff. does anyone (...) (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) There, there Iain. You can play w/ your (faulty) backhoe to console yourself. Jeremy. (jealous 'cause he has no backhoe) (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) : crying sounds coming from corner : Iain (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Um, Ivan - I thought I mentioned that I had a fully functional Java driver for the Control Lab. I use 2 dos windows (one to run "java Test", the other "javac Test.java") and a text window. For the record, I use TextPad, not Notepad. It has syntax (...) (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) For him that equates to the same thing, doesn't it? As proof, I submit: (URL) (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) You're not bad, you're just "drawn that way". (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: rtl17 "It's All About the Clickits"
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(...) MMMMMmmmmmmmm mmmm mmmm Mmmmm!!!! "mmmm M !mmMMMMmmmm" mmm...mmm mmm...mmm mmm...mmm mmmmmmmm mmm...mmm !mmm...mmm! (...) THIS i want to hear!!! -- Chris (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: East West Coast, Southern and NW Brick Fest Cons - concerns and hopes
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(...) Hey ya, that's the idea! Assuming we could ever get there, beacuse in the years to come it would be a great thing. But no so much as to...and I quote what was so well put before, " We don't want to risk insignifigance through Dillusion..." (...) (21 years ago, 13-Aug-03, to lugnet.events, lugnet.dear-lego, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.glug, lugnet.org.us.gardenslug, lugnet.org.us.lucny, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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