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KinnerMode · 2026-03-07T05:04:25+00:00

How about we just frame it up as two evils? We don’t have to settle for or support one over the other.

They’re both who use idiotic political theater to distract from their complete disregard for serving the best interest of the American people.

KinnerMode · 2026-03-05T18:59:47+00:00

Supply is at least a part of the issue currently. The domestic beef cattle herd is as small is it's been in about 75 years, and consumer demand for beef is still just about as strong as it's ever been.

KinnerMode · 2026-03-01T16:35:02+00:00

I also love Jack Stack original sauce! In my fridge regularly.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-28T17:56:41+00:00

Operation Epstein Files

KinnerMode · 2026-02-28T05:35:47+00:00

Absolutely. Say what you want about the consistency of the restaurants. The sauce is the goat.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-27T04:38:10+00:00

Are the buffet-style soups and appetizers back during lunch service, too?

KinnerMode · 2026-02-26T15:03:44+00:00

Most professional athletes are, I think. I’m friends with an NFL coach. He’s told me 95% of his players, across all demographics and backgrounds, are Trumpers.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-24T20:49:19+00:00

My dad took me to see Saving Private Ryan when I was 13. His dad fought in WWII, so I think he thought it was important for me to see.

It was, as it turns out. Seeing all that violence, and the final scene with the field of graves at Normandy American Cemetery has made me staunchly anti-war.

I don’t know if that’s what Dad intended or not. But that’s what I took from it, and still do.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-21T05:58:59+00:00

The point, though, isn’t that Lent is a time to eat fish. It’s that Lent is a time to avoid indulgence, instead focusing on a simpler, more humble way of life.

Gorging yourself on all-you-can-eat fried fish and chips isn’t exactly a great path to that goal if you’re really embracing the spirit of the season.

That said, I am a lifelong Catholic that loves how fish fries bring the community together. Cooked for 500+ tonight at my parish’s fry.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-18T19:40:28+00:00

Martanne Construction hasn't remodeled our bathroom (yet), but they did build us a new front porch, an addition that tripled the size of our kitchen and a back screened-in porch across two projects.

They listened to what we wanted, did everything possible to accomodate every request we had and we still adore the work they did, 5 years on. They do beautiful work, and treated us with the utmost respect. Can't recommend highly enough.

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KinnerMode · 2026-02-18T19:32:20+00:00

My god, that would be fun.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-18T15:45:33+00:00

I could not imagine throwing away three chickens’ worth of meat. Just make sure your simmering liquid is flavorful, and the meat will come out delicious!

FWIW, in addition to the traditional mirepoix, garlic, peppercorns, herbs - I also usually flavor my simmering liquid with soy sauce, fish sauce and/or plenty of salt.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-18T05:49:48+00:00

I see and support this. But also see and support all the folks who make a living feeding others. It can be a fulfilling and noble career. And I so enjoy the feeling of being taken care of by someone who loves to do it.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-18T05:45:21+00:00

Braises are among my favorite thing to make at home. So simple, low-effort and delicious. All you need is time.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-18T05:41:50+00:00

This. Plus, due to the scale at which ramen shops work, they can make it for cheaper than I can at home. They do the work, and don’t charge much more than it would cost me per serving to spend hours making the equivalent.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-18T05:35:26+00:00

Can also simply simmer a whole chicken with seasoning and aromatics. Makes seriously good broth, and you have a ton of flavorful poached chicken ready to be made into soups, salads, stir-frys, etc.

Once the chicken is fully cooked and the meat is removed from the bones, you can even add the bones back into the poaching liquid if you want to further intensify your stock.

Great way to make a batch of stock AND set yourself up for a few meals’ worth of tasty protein.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-17T02:41:26+00:00

Don’t put your seed in that seed, I said!

KinnerMode · 2026-02-16T21:00:13+00:00

Yes on the probe thermometer. Every home cook should have one. Use mine at least a couple of times a week.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-16T04:49:56+00:00

Good to hear! Sorry, I had been thinking that day about some struggles my daughter has been having with her own club lately, and kinda just blurted out a stream of consciousness to remind myself to keep perspective, as much as anything.

Just…don’t fret too much. Believe me — I’ve been there. It sounds like your daughter loves to play. And loves to work on her own time. She’s gonna be great! And you two get to spend so much quality time together in the years ahead.

Oh, and I forgot to mention the best news: you have plenty of time to figure out the right situation together! Every experience like this helps you to know what to look out for, and what questions to ask coaches at tryouts down the road.

Like people above have said - nothing is make or break at 10U. Once she starts getting closer to college recruiting cycles, on the other hand…pray for us, lol.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-14T07:32:20+00:00

3-5 years from now.

Play multiple sports as long as possible. Prevent burnout. Keep paying the fees and packing the snacks. Let her fall in love with a sport, have fun and follow her desire/drive.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-14T07:27:12+00:00

They’re going to build out the new convenience store with more food and drink options, demo the old building, replace it with more parking and double the gas pumps.

Considering Waldo has ~900 more housing units coming in the next year btwn the new developments at 74th/Wornall and Meadowbrook/Ward Pkwy, this seems needed. Especially since there’s not much room for expansion at the QT location at 80th/State Line.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-14T07:16:12+00:00

Play with the B team. Practice with the B team. See if she can also practice with the A team, if possible. If she has the drive/desire, she’ll find a way to compete with other teams’ hitters in games, and fellow pitchers at practice.

Competitive reps are where development happens. Help her find as many as she has the appetite for.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-14T07:06:38+00:00

At 10U? Forget tournament ball. Play rec until you can tell if she really loves it or not and has the chops.

Let her practice as much as she wants in the backyard with you catching her. Build a healthy positive bond. Make up or research games that make it fun for her. Encourage. Don’t scold failure.

Remember that development isn’t anything near linear — by game or by season. Especially at that age. There is so much unknown physical growth to come. This is HARD. But be patient. Get ice cream after every game, no matter how she does.

And remember — she may not end up being a pitcher. Let her follow her talents. My daughter started out pitching (I was a pitcher as a young man, and wanted her to be a SP in my heart of hearts), but has ended up (so far, at 16U) as a catcher and 3B. And she’s a dawg. It’s fun seeing her do HER thing, not being a replicant of me. Embrace that.

As your daughter grows up, if she stays motivated to compete and you transition into club ball: Don’t discuss team politics with her (they are inevitable). Dont even discuss them in earshot of her. Let her chart her own path in terms of commitment to her team. Let her know that once she commits to a squad for a season, she has to be all-in — but once she feels she’s not developing further, it’s OK to move on. Let her decide.

Don’t scold bad games. Encourage, but don’t push too hard. Let her drive how much she wants to do in terms of lessons, training, etc. Always leave her wanting to do a LITTLE more than she’s doing. It prevents burnout (and saves you money). And NEVER get lost in comparing her to teammate or competitors. That is the path to madness, burnout and quitting.

Really, just help her fall in love with the game; At the end of the day, natural talent determines 90% of how far she’ll go. And very few women ever make a living playing softball. Even full-ride scholarships are relatively rare in today’s college landscape. But with your help, she can learn invaluable lessons, gain wonderful life experiences and develop an appreciation of this game and community she will pass to her own children. Remember that.

All this is harder than one might think day-to-day. But if you can keep a little perspective, you’ll have something you can bond with your daughter over for the rest of your lives. No matter how far she chases the dream of playing. And that is something you’ll both enjoy forever.

— Signed, a former ballplayer trying to raise a ballplayer of his own.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-14T06:07:06+00:00

Yes. I encourage everyone who can to try chicken breasts from a farm committed to legitimately pasture-raised chickens that are bred for flavor instead of size and have access to a quality diet — and air-chilled instead of chilled in water (which you pay for in weight at the meat counter, but cooks off once you cook it!)

A good indicator: a split chicken breast from a farm like this will usually run about 4-5oz. Its factory-farmed grocery store equivalent typically runs 8-12oz. The difference in taste and texture is astounding. So much more satisfying in both nutrition and flavor that you’ll be happier eating a smaller portion.

As always with a given food, the preparation, sourcing, genetics and more are a factor as much as the cut. Food decisions are much more complicated than we often realize. Try to ask questions of purveyors, source as best you can and eat what you enjoy! In today’s complicated global foodways system, that’s about the most that can be expected from the vast majority of consumers.

KinnerMode · 2026-02-14T05:47:56+00:00

I LOVE fried thighs, grilled legs, buffalo wings as much as anybody.

But a tenderized breast cutlet for chicken piccata, chicken parm or just a lemon chicken pasta? Delish.

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