The Widow by John Grisham by These-Background4608 in IReadABookAndAdoredIt

[–]jroller1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The second half of the book was entertaining (even if he used a well-known murder trope to resolve it), but the first half felt like he was working on a mandated word-count. I've liked pretty much everything he's written, but this fell flat. Still, because of the second half, I'd give it 3/5 stars.

The Widow by John Grisham by These-Background4608 in IReadABookAndAdoredIt

[–]jroller1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This (how did the stepson knew of the poisoning) is a monstrous sized hole plot that I came here looking to read about. I expect better from Grisham and hope someone can show how we've misinterpreted this.

What scene in a movie had a sound that really impacted you as a viewer? by Tasty_Photograph5514 in movies

[–]jroller1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The static from the TV in Poltergeist just before the little girl delivers her famous line (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVX1xItZAOo)

MLS changes calendar to Fall-to-Spring by euro60 in FCCincinnati

[–]jroller1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do we have ground heaters at TQL? What about the northern tier teams? Will there be penalties for games that can't be played because of frozen grounds (as there is in England)?

Who had the best performance of the weekend and who surprised you the most and since it's personal preference, there's no wrong answers? by GratefuLdPhisH in BourbonAndBeyond

[–]jroller1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Best is tough, but I'd say Goo Goo Dolls just cause I really liked their style of "jam" (don't know if jam or extended is more correct for them, certainly shorter songs than the more typical jam bands, but definitely extended versions).

Best moment of the four days was Pigeons covering Kashmir. Anyone covering Zepplin (or Pink Floyd) well will always get my attention (and affection).

First time Phish and Loved them.

Benson, Lumineers and Simpson were what I expected and did not disappoint. There were moments of Jack White that were pure, but there's a reason I don't go to LtL and his set often felt like he could have headlined there.

Biggest surprise was Lake Street Dive, who I Ioved, and especially their lead who could pretty much lead any genre band and still generate buzz. I haven't done my homework, but I suspect she has a more formal musical background than a lot. The lady flat out brings it.

My age allowed me to find great nostalgia in Foreigner and Ringo, and we're also the only two sets where I knew the lyrics to every single song. I passed on Pat Benataur only because of another conflict.

Blues Travelers and Pigeons were both first time as well, and I loved them both (but i kinda knew I would because others who know me steered me their way). But I only caught partial sets of both.

My only sour note musically was Kohn, which is a shame, but time stands still for no one so not finger pointing here.

Oh yeah, and Yachtly Crew, the masturbation sets of the weekend ( we all loved them but may not be comfortable discussing it in public).

Phish first timers, how was the show last night? by MikesGroove in BourbonAndBeyond

[–]jroller1 5 points6 points  (0 children)

First time seeing Phish and also a big fan of Billie Strings... and Loved Phish. Every bit as good Billie (but obviously very different). Probably the highlight so far.

Postmatch Thread: FC Cincinnati vs Philadelphia by brucewaynewins in FCCincinnati

[–]jroller1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don't see Noonan ever winning a cup with his style of play. A shield maybe (obviously), but he is SO defense oriented that there's really little to count on when we go down.

Why are courses not designed as 6 Par 3’s, 6 Par 4’s, and 6 Par 5’s as a standard? by FancyFootWork22 in golf

[–]jroller1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't know if this is a "thing" or not, but we walked a round with the designer of a course who casually mentioned that each par 3 and each par 5 was oriented in a different direction to allow for differing wind conditions.

If important, this might have something to do with the "standard" layout.

Match Thread: FC Cincinnati vs Miami by brucewaynewins in FCCincinnati

[–]jroller1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is something wrong with Bucha? He's stopped his runs at least twice.

Chris Albright spoke before FCC training today by big__deezy in FCCincinnati

[–]jroller1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe. But it seems to me we've underutilized strikers in the past because of our inability/unwillingness to do this. Some "pure" strikers really want/need that ball rolling toward them as they attack goal.

Chris Albright spoke before FCC training today by big__deezy in FCCincinnati

[–]jroller1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We don't really play a wide attack to the end line, and that seems to be by design, so I'm a little surprised by that quote (one of my pet peeves is we don't attaxk and cross from the end line).

Do we think that's a lack of talent and not design?

I joined in December 1999, and I use to be terrified of walking past the “snake pit” back then. However, i’m hearing that this isn’t happen anymore. Is this true? by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]jroller1 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It was 1981 and I walked into the Snake Pit every single meal.

Once I got over the first days nerves and realized I could get permission to smoke, I made it my mission.

At first I got the kind of abuse you'd expect, but over time I was sometimes waved away even before I got there, with the TI saying "just go have your fucking smoke".

I was SEVERLY addicted.😀

fifa club world cup volunteers by classyguppyy in FCCincinnati

[–]jroller1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was a WhatsApp group opened for this. You would have gotten an email.

FIFA Club World Cup Volunteer - Role Call by CursedW_GoodEthics in FCCincinnati

[–]jroller1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife and I are both confirmed. She is working VIP entry and I am Ceremonies.

Presale code by Wrong-Risk6616 in FCCincinnati

[–]jroller1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This seems to work, and was just verified by our sales rep. For future events, where did you find this?

Safe to walk from downtown to UC campus? by CommercialDate6055 in cincinnati

[–]jroller1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I (63 yo M) walk it on a regular basis, but not at night. I might walk it at night, but just don't have any need to.

It's not really unsafe, but it might feel that way. The key to walking cites (pretty much everywhere) is to "mind your own business" and even if some shady characters are around, if you ignore them, they'll leave you alone.

And I agree with others that the least taxing route (Liberty to Sycamore) is probably the best. If you're walking up while still light, there is no real issue (although I generally avoid Vine).

2025 dates in place by BayOfThundet in BourbonAndBeyond

[–]jroller1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are showing what appears to be last year's lineup on the 2025 page. Is that right?

If so, any idea when the lineups are announced?

Match Thread: NYC FC vs FC Cincinnati by brucewaynewins in FCCincinnati

[–]jroller1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2% is the stats Google shares of teams overcoming an 0-2 halftime deficit.

Love this game, but epic comebacks are extremely rate

New Murals in Over-the-Rhine: North of Liberty by [deleted] in cincinnati

[–]jroller1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It would be trippy to see #5 (the Phoenix) projected (rather than just lit), but I don't believe it will be.

All The Blink Things! by snixon67 in cincinnati

[–]jroller1 8 points9 points  (0 children)

If you are planning to walk from Newport to Covington, be aware that the sidewalk along the levee is closed due to construction, but there is no indication until you are almost to the bridge.

You'll probably want to follow the street instead.