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02-15-2016, 10:32 AM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
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Hmmmm....wow... ok, I can do that
Just back from a job I received via a referral this morning.
Woman called for a ceiling repair and installation. Said I would understand once I saw it.....
Arrived at 9. Early 40s, attractive. Upstairs to bedroom. Ceiling looked like swiss cheese. She hands me two 1/2 inch by 5 1/4 inch lag eye screws without saying a word.... A quick look around the room tells me she is not married. So.... I ask if the holes are where she ideally wants the screws mounted. And then it got.....interesting. I had to ask how much weight the eyes were to support and she points her two index fingers to her chest....OK... She finally pulled out the swing. And then it was; well, if I can find a joist near the foot of the bed, would that be ok?
I did find joists and set them 16" apart. She had previously hit strapping and they had not held. I will update if it is installed when I go back for second coat of joint compound for the repairs......
I should have asked how her Valentines day was.....  |
“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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02-15-2016, 11:26 AM
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How long did the job take you  |
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02-15-2016, 11:47 AM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
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Pulled down attic stairs to get joist layout. Lay paint cloth over bed. Two pilot holes, install two screws. Ten minutes with trip to truck. Get bucket of joint compound, first coat, clean knives, out the door an hour after I arrived.
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“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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02-15-2016, 11:48 AM
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BigFish Bait Co.
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Hanover
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Did she pay in cash or........  |
Almost time to get our fish on!!! 
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02-15-2016, 11:58 AM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
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I'm not full service gc anymore...... She will be at work when I return for finish coat tomorrow and leave a bill......
Now I'm wondering how and if this will come up in conversation with the woman who made the referral.... because that is a different (better) story.
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“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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02-15-2016, 12:09 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Georgetown MA
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Usually these kinds of posts start with "Dear Penthouse Forum," 
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02-15-2016, 12:26 PM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
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No chit. Had I known, I would have made this appointment for later in afternoon instead of mid morning....
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“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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02-15-2016, 01:35 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Westport
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Man, this thread had serious potential... 
At least let us know how that other conversation goes, if it ever occurs.  |
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02-15-2016, 01:54 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Libtardia
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the thread that could have been...
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02-15-2016, 01:58 PM
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Also known as OAK
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Westlery, RI
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Nebe
the thread that could have been...
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She could have pointed at Ross and said 'it needs to support you'  |
Bryan
Originally Posted by #^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&#^&
"For once I agree with Spence. UGH. I just hope I don't get the urge to go start buying armani suits to wear in my shop"
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02-15-2016, 02:00 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Libtardia
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I would have said something about testing the swing before I left to insure it worked properly
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02-15-2016, 02:43 PM
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"IT should be a quick job, I'll be in and out in about 5 min. "
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02-15-2016, 04:58 PM
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Join Date: May 2010
Location: Pembroke
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If she needs the ceiling sprayed I'll help her out!
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Does your incessant whining make you feel better? How about you just shut the hell up and suck it up? It's a fishing forum , so please just stop.
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02-15-2016, 05:08 PM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
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Quote:
Originally Posted by PaulS
"IT should be a quick job, I'll be in and out in about 5 min. "
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Two minutes....max |
“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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02-15-2016, 05:40 PM
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Certifiable Intertidal Anguiologist
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~Fix the Bait~ ~Pogies Forever~
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Kobayashi Maru Election - there is no way to win.
Apocalypse is Coming:
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02-15-2016, 05:53 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: RI
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You should send over a younger single friend for the job inspection when then ceiling is dry. From an insurance liability perspective it would be wrong to not test the installation given the stated use case.
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02-15-2016, 06:03 PM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
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Quote:
Originally Posted by spence
From an insurance liability perspective it would be wrong to not test the installation given the stated use case.
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Hmmmmm....That sounds diplomatic even. Wondering if I can say that to her with a straight face..... |
“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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02-15-2016, 07:54 PM
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BigFish Bait Co.
Join Date: Apr 2003
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Hope it is not a popcorn ceiling.......things are not always as they seem!  |
Almost time to get our fish on!!!
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02-15-2016, 08:26 PM
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Super Moderator
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Georgetown MA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tysdad115
If she needs the ceiling sprayed I'll help her out!
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Who are you, Peter North? 
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"If you're arguing with an idiot, make sure he isn't doing the same thing."
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02-15-2016, 09:23 PM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
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Thanks, Kev, from those of us who had to google that fella's fine resume....... 'cause I didn't know what you were talking about.
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“Americans have the right and advantage of being armed, unlike the people of other countries, whose leaders are afraid to trust them with arms.” – James Madison.
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02-15-2016, 10:20 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Pembroke
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nightfighter
Thanks, Kev, from those of us who had to google that fella's fine resume....... 'cause I didn't know what you were talking about.
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You've been sheltered my friend..
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Does your incessant whining make you feel better? How about you just shut the hell up and suck it up? It's a fishing forum , so please just stop.
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02-16-2016, 08:47 PM
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Super Moderator
Join Date: Sep 2003
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nightfighter
Thanks, Kev, from those of us who had to google that fella's fine resume....... 'cause I didn't know what you were talking about.
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Glad I could help you expand your horizons
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"If you're arguing with an idiot, make sure he isn't doing the same thing."
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02-17-2016, 12:21 PM
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President - S-B Chapter - Kelly Clarkson Fan Club
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Location: Rowley
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this is amazing... maybe she'll now refer you to a few friends...
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02-18-2016, 09:15 AM
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Very Grumpy bay man
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Rhode Island
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I have a story about installing a stockade fence one time and the lady want to "help". I said the sections are pretty heavy. She said, with a straight face: "No you're not getting it. I want to HELP!".
I left. Too old and married too long to start that s-h-I-t.
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No boat, back in the suds.  
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02-19-2016, 10:20 PM
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Registered User
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Location: guilford CT
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pics- or it didn't happen
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