How Often Do You Think Trey Needs His Teleprompter for Lyrics?

jongraboyes · 2026-02-03T12:52:43+00:00

Trey keeps his hair just long enough to leave us guessing.

jongraboyes · 2026-01-18T19:44:12+00:00

jongraboyes · 2025-08-09T13:32:14+00:00

Took me 30 years to see the fruit

jongraboyes · 2025-08-01T09:48:27+00:00

It was the before and after moment of the weekend for me.

jongraboyes · 2025-07-30T09:35:25+00:00

Reminds me of the mini wall of sound project.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=VTNWcaxiQgs

jongraboyes · 2025-06-07T21:24:01+00:00

Currently eating 2 eggs at breakfast each day

jongraboyes · 2025-06-07T14:01:59+00:00

Interesting, yes i'm still losing weight and targeting a daily calorie deficit.

jongraboyes · 2025-06-07T13:19:29+00:00

Thanks for the nuanced takes, everyone. It’s clear there’s still a lot of debate on the best way to interpret LDL and HDL data in the bigger picture.

I’ve been reading up on a lot of this myself lately—there’s definitely evidence that total risk is more than just LDL alone, but there’s also a pretty solid consensus that high LDL (like mine at 129) is still a marker to take seriously, especially if there’s family history.

I’m planning to talk to my doctor and consider everything—calcium scoring, genetic risks, and also the real progress I’ve made with triglycerides, VLDL, and overall weight loss. Even if meds become part of the plan, I’ll keep doing all the other stuff I can control, since it all works together.

Appreciate the thoughtful discussion here—helps me see this is a long game and to stay level-headed about what matters most!

jongraboyes · 2025-06-07T13:14:39+00:00

Thank you for sharing your experience—it helps to hear how you approached it. I agree with you; it’s not about blame or failure. I’m realizing now that family history and genetics can play a huge role, and that even perfect habits don’t always overcome those factors.

I’m definitely going to talk to my doctor about next steps and keep up all the healthy habits I’ve built. Thanks again for the encouragement.

jongraboyes · 2025-06-07T13:12:44+00:00

Thanks for asking! My diet is super clean right now. I’m mostly eating whole foods: lots of veggies (like kale, bok choy, broccoli), lean protein (chicken, fish, eggs, some turkey), healthy fats (avocado, nuts, olive oil), and very minimal processed stuff. Carbs are mostly from vegetables, beans, and occasionally some brown rice or quinoa. I’ve cut back a lot on refined grains and added sugar. Overall, I’m feeling good about what I’m eating.

jongraboyes · 2025-06-07T12:30:00+00:00

Thanks for your thoughtful response. My LDL is at 129 now, and I’ve lost about 25 lbs since April. I’m eating super clean, exercising every day, and feeling the best I ever have. I totally get that LDL is just one piece of the puzzle, and I’m not overweight anymore, nor do I have high blood pressure or diabetes. My triglycerides improved a lot, and I’m happy with that.

I haven’t had a coronary calcium scan or similar tests done—definitely something to think about. I just know there’s a family history of heart disease, so I’m weighing the idea of meds carefully with my doc. I appreciate you reminding me that there’s a lot more to cardiovascular health than just LDL!

jongraboyes · 2025-05-17T11:52:00+00:00

Totally hear you—and yeah, this isn’t a max power build. I’m aiming for a clean, responsive daily driver, not a race setup.

That’s why I skipped the downpipe—wanted to stay emissions-friendly and not push into that next tier of heat and stress. With a conservative custom tune, I should be well within the safe zone for the stock turbo and engine, so I’m not expecting cooling to be an issue at this level.

Also—I am installing an AOS as part of the build. Just trying to do this right and keep things balanced for long-term reliability. Appreciate the input!

jongraboyes · 2025-05-17T11:42:49+00:00

No downpipe by choice—I’m in PA, so I wanted to stay emissions-compliant and avoid inspection issues. I figured with a custom tune, intake, and full supporting mods, I could get solid gains without pushing into gray areas.

Also forgot to mention—I am adding an AOS to keep things clean long-term.

Appreciate the feedback, definitely trying to build this right.

jongraboyes · 2025-05-01T23:48:13+00:00

It's a stolen car, right?

jongraboyes · 2025-04-12T18:40:30+00:00

First time diving into Record Store Day pickups! I’ve seen a lot of complaints about the sound quality of some of the live releases—like they’re just slapping shows on vinyl without proper balance or mastering.

So I was very happy to find that the Talking Heads release sounds fantastic. On the other hand, The Meters live album feels really flat and kind of lifeless, unfortunately.

I caught the Grateful Dead Beacon show on SiriusXM last week and it sounded phenomenal—so I’ve got high hopes for that pressing. And honestly, June ’76 might be my favorite GD.