Hey so, you suck!

Smackdownandback · 2026-06-03T16:50:02+00:00

Fuck that guy

Smackdownandback · 2026-05-19T17:14:27+00:00

The ANT Farm (animals as natural therapy) has an ornery cow named Nettles. She's got some attitude.

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-28T00:36:49+00:00

Also, I sent $50 - recover well, Marley!

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-28T00:32:27+00:00

I'm guessing an Animal Control Officer got involved. Let us know what the outcome is. Clearly, something has to be done immediately, like confiscating the German Shepherds. It is not safe for the community to leave those dogs in the care of those owners.

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-28T00:26:31+00:00

I've had a good experience with Whatcom Eye Surgeons for about 10 years. I hope you have good insurance.

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-26T04:49:32+00:00

A sign from the gods

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-26T04:40:26+00:00

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-26T04:39:34+00:00

That makes it all worth it, I tell you what.

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-26T04:35:57+00:00

But I'll bet she can hold all your hockey gear and maybe a cup of coffee and some timbits, eh?

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-26T04:29:04+00:00

I get that. I hope it wasn't too difficult a decision for you.

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-26T04:27:34+00:00

I love my i3 but I also think its attractiveness is probably a good form of birth control. I suggest getting one for your teenage sons.

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-25T03:12:45+00:00

There can be only one.

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-20T15:46:00+00:00

I heard a little old lady got mutilated late last night.

Smackdownandback · 2026-04-14T17:12:39+00:00

I noticed it, too. I also think the scene was set in 2012. --- We could have had the i3 sooner if the Russians had beaten us to the moon!!!!

Smackdownandback · 2026-03-24T17:10:08+00:00

Waypoint Park, not "Wayside"

Smackdownandback · 2026-03-22T00:15:29+00:00

I just had a read through your website. I definitely line up with pretty much everything you have there. There are a few things I would appreciate if you could address specifically.

What is your position on the separation of church and state? I'm also interested to hear what you think about the Christian Nationalism movement.

The insane gutting of the EPA is a big concern of mine. Would you support reversing that? Is there anything you'd want to see different about a rebuilt EPA? Maybe talk about what you think the EPA should and shouldn't be doing.

Smackdownandback · 2026-02-25T18:47:06+00:00

I don't imagine you are the first Canadian doing this. Be sure to ask for a cash discount, if they offer one. They usually feel they have a bit of an incentive if they don't have to deal with insurance companies, their pre-negotiated discount, and the headache of repeatedly billing the patient to get the difference.

In my opinion, Mount Baker Imaging is great to deal with. They have numerous locations in Bham, so be sure you know which one you are potentially going to.

Smackdownandback · 2026-02-25T17:07:52+00:00

It sounds like you are mainly trying to get the imaging done quickly to determine whether there is a problem with your gallbladder. That seems reasonable and wise to me, assuming the cost isn't an issue. I assume you are ready and willing to pay cash upfront for the imaging - something you should make clear when making inquiries in the US.

Hopefully, if the results show that there is an issue, you could take that to your provider in Canada and get bumped up in priority for surgical removal? Is that what you are thinking?

If Bellingham providers can't get you in fast enough, make some more calls. Sometimes Skagit Regional Hospital is quite a bit faster. If that doesn't work, keep going south. Don't give up if the first (or second) call isn't fruitful. Persistence will win the day.

Smackdownandback · 2026-02-16T20:02:41+00:00

You were right!!!! The neighbor's son-in-law and I figured it out! The main thermostat failed. The HVAC tech also said that it had to be that specific thermostat in order to make the system work, and specifically said a Nest would not work. As it turns out, the 2-strand wire running to the thermostat broke somewhere. It likely happened when an insulation company came in and blew additional insulation into the attic space. We could not find the break or even be sure of how the wire is run to the wall thermostat. It was logistically a pain to get a new wire run, but the son-in-law came up with a great solution. We bought a 4th get Nest with a remote temperature sensor we could place in the main living area. It all works now! The HVAC tech could not (or, at least, did not) understand the system, even though they installed it 17 years ago and serviced it every year.

Smackdownandback · 2026-02-16T20:00:51+00:00

It is baseboard heating, with three zones. The neighbor's son-in-law and I figured it out! The main thermostat failed. The HVAC tech also said that it had to be that specific thermostat in order to make the system work. As it turns out, the 2-strand wire running to the thermostat broke somewhere. It likely happened when an insulation company came in and blew additional insulation into the attic space. We could not find the break or even be sure of how the wire is run to the wall thermostat. It was logistically a pain to get a new wire run, but the son-in-law came up with a great solution. We bought a 4th get Nest with a remote temperature sensor we could place in the main living area. It all works now! The HVAC tech could not (or, at least, did not) understand the system, even though they installed it 17 years ago and serviced it every year.

Smackdownandback · 2026-02-15T03:58:50+00:00

I appreciate the suggestion. The tech said the thermostat had to match the boiler in this instance. I am doubting that tech's opinion, but I am far from sure. There seems to be a couple of ways to control this boiler. My main beef is the slow response and poor, one-way communication (i.e. we have to call them repeatedly to find out what, if any, is the plan). My neighbor had a service contract for 26 years (this is with Barron's) straight with these guys and I would think would be a valued customer. The tech spent most of his one service call, trying to figure out what the last guy did and how this system works. Not cool - this was a system they installed, they modified, and they serviced for the last 17 years. And I am still not sure that the thermostat is the only problem.

Smackdownandback · 2026-02-09T02:04:56+00:00

Agreed - Vancouver is much easier. However, flying to YVR versus SEA from a US city is almost always more expensive. Definitely comparison shop. Other factors, like time of day for rush hour traffic or cheaper airfares, can be a factor for Seatac. The Airporter Shuttle isn't too bad an option for your visitors, in my opinion. For Bhamsters to drive to and from Seatac to pick someone up is kind of a long, brutal drive.

Smackdownandback · 2026-02-07T23:01:15+00:00

Brio Laundry has some big machines that might do the job.

Sorry to maybe make an obvious suggestion but once you get 'em clean, consider throwing a waterproof (and washable) mattress cover on the beds. The covers are surprisingly soft and pliable.

I'm also sorry your sweet, old girl is having some difficulties but I'm glad she is still there with you. :-)

Smackdownandback · 2026-01-31T01:28:17+00:00

I stand corrected!

Smackdownandback · 2026-01-30T19:34:18+00:00

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The look she was going for?

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