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  1. Had some mahi that was begging for a taco treatment…
  2. Delivery day… this should be a fun one!
  3. Some days are better than others…
  4. Just go tomorrow… it’s phenomenal
  5. Finally made it to Interstellar today and GOOD GOD MAN this is some next level smoke! Got to speak with Hector for a bit and you can just FEEL the passion flowing through this place. Line: Got there at 11 and joined some friends who had been waiting since 10:30 and we’re 6th in line. Were in and eating by 11:20, out the door 12:15 where the line had really died down (but nothing was sold out) Ribs: Probably the best I’ve ever had. Just perfect, slide off the bone goodness with complex flavor throughout. Brisket: Damn solid, expertly smoked and super tender. Top 5 for me but hard to place within that sphere. Lamb Shoulder: Outstandingly moist and fragrant… a clear standout Sausage: Solid with great flavor but no snap… casing was a little chewy Burnt Ends: Some of the best I’ve had… consistent flavor with the slices and very juicy with a hearty crust Sides: All of them were delicious, but the grits were a clear standout. 9.5/10
  6. What’s the point to dollar value right now with that deal?
  7. After sleeping on it, I still don’t love Shiv’s decision, but agree it was likely her best option. This is a more measured take along those lines from Reddit: “One idea -- she might have been thinking about the last conversation she had with her dad: Logan wanted his company to be sold, for each of the children to have their own pile of money, and to "reset the family dynamic". When the vote rolled around to Shiv, she realized she could actually fulfill her father's final wish. Set everyone free of the corporate drama and also of Logan's shadow. If they kept the company and Kendall were the CEO, the family dynamic would be exactly the same. Perhaps worse, since Kendall would now go into full "CEO beast mode", and Roman/Shiv would feel resentful that they didn't have the throne. But, if the company were sold and they each had their own pile of money, there was the possibility, at least, that they could have family relationships outside of the corporate power struggle. They can finally seek meaning elsewhere. I think Roman's smile at the end of the episode is a hint that this might be the start of Roman repairing himself, at least. The symbolism of Kendall sitting at edge of the water at sunset also suggests this: that perhaps Kendall is now free to be reborn as his own man, rather than his father's son. Why vote "yes" to the deal? Well, the cherry on top for Shiv is that, with Tom as CEO, she upgrades her striver husband to a "bonafide corporate hotshot", which was always a low-key dream of hers going back to Season 1. Even if Matsson fires Tom in short order, there is no denying that, from an optics and PR standpoint, Tom is now "CEO material" for Fortune 500 companies. This was an act of kindness toward Tom, since he really wanted the CEO position -- it completes his personal "self-made corporate titan" narrative. What's more, it gives Shiv one last shot -- long shot though it might be -- to repair her marriage. That's a lot of thoughts to have in the split second of the corporate board room vote. I believe that's why she walked out to take a beat. It suddenly dawned on her that this vote was more complex than she realized. At first, she was voting "no" as a block with her brothers out of anger toward Matsson's betrayal. But, it dawned on her that voting "no" to the deal was perpetuating the family dysfunction, while voting "yes" to the deal elegantly fulfilled her father's wishes. What's more, voting "yes" freed her brothers and herself of Logan's shadow and supported her husband, to boot.”
  8. Correct… who knows. What we’re left with is speculation based on the established traits of the players. You catch Tom’s initial response to Greg after the vote? It was 100% Logan in its equal recognition/dismissal. Tom is evolving while Shiv is cowing. Sure, you could say that her decision was just another move on the chess board, but I would argue that play was akin to snatching a bishop out of spite only to leave her King exposed. My conclusion is that Shiv all too easily became her mother.
  9. FUCK that… she’s now beholden to two men who see her as broken and ineffectual. Kendal would have at least given her a seat at the table… she’ll be nothing now beyond inheriting the legacy of her mother… another child bearer set to abide the indiscretions of her powerful husband. Rich, but relatively powerless, watching from the balcony as history is made by the men around her.
  10. Agreed - Having him ascend only to be torn down by his path to ascension once seated just makes too much sense. As a statement towards how shallow the connection is between the siblings, and how their own jealousy and need for acceptance/respect (even from their father’s ghost) trumps all, I think it works. But I just can’t buy the back-forth for Shiv… she had what she needed to kill Tom, and that was her firm determination mere seconds before. What is she holding onto that overcame those seemingly powerful emotions? Simply the need to have anyone other than her brothers win? Shiv sucks.
  11. Tonight’s selections from the vault:
  12. Excellent - Since they’re in Dallas it will likely be a few weeks before we inventory, but I’ll absolutely be in touch when the time comes. Thanks!
  13. ^^^ Absolutely NO ONE is getting laid on that bachelor party…
  14. Thanks again for taking me through that process! Anyone have a lead on a good broker in the Austin area?
  15. Went big for the first time in a while this afternoon: Fried chicken salad on wheat with blue cheese spread, avocado, japs, tomato, lettuce and cheddar.
  16. Just want to clean up and store. I’m told they’ll eventually be mine, so besides some quality time with my FiL, I’ll get a little protection on inheritance. Totally comfortable with what you laid out, and I think evaluating every piece individually before determining cleaning need is the way to go.
  17. ^^^ I’m in the same boat, and very interested in options
  18. How was that Hidden Barn, Mo? I was scammed on the only bottle I was able to track down and then gave up…
  19. The pics from the Barbs opening look fucking insane… I gotta find a way to get out there, and soon!
  20. She’s pushing 65… I lost my request for a UT DG, which is prob for the best. The monkey is covered in vomit… has been for weeks. Hedgehog buddy is on timeout as he causes malcontent with the dogs.
  21. I’ve had bbq three times this week without any intention of doing so (all work events where others either requested or provided) and I’m still alive… you’ll be fine.
  22. Appreciate the gun broker angle… hadn’t considered that need/possibility. For the record, I’m not looking to restore or do heavy work, and blueing is out of the question, but I would like to clean them up and prevent further damage. Are y’all saying to not touch anything and simply take them in for analysis?
  23. Oh, no… all of the kids stuff is INBOUND. Agree they can be a distraction, but we are fortunate enough to have a full-time nanny… and she actively persuades her to not do the laundry (that would be asking to much of her, despite her offering… repeatedly). I could give a fuck about the mildew… the steam cycle I use will nuke that real good… but I’m not diving into this mess for anything but to push my laundry through and GTFO.
  24. Snagged a Stagg myself last week, so it’s def hit Texas. That rye is interesting… gonna need some notes when you pop her!
  25. I am in need of some advice and seeking the sage wisdom of the Shag… So my FiL has a rather legit collection, everything from mid 19th century pistols and carbines to broom handles and 45s. Sadly however, they spent a lot of time in the open, or unprotected from humidity in his safe over the last couple of years and need A LOT of love. If you were going to deep clean and in some cases restore historic pieces, what would be your go to supply list? Thought is I hook him up for Father’s Day and we do it together, but I want to have everything we need to get it done. Thanks in advance - Will share pics throughout the process!
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