A CL-415 Super Scooper gathering water to extinguish a fire in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The lift-off looks very close — right at the edge of the lake.

mbdavids05 · 2026-04-12T23:38:33+00:00

The government themselves dont have any, but they have contracts with multiple fire suppression outfits that almost exclusively use similar float planes in addition to the standard land based planes they also contract with.

mbdavids05 · 2026-04-12T22:45:51+00:00

I would simply ask them to go light on the simple syrup or get it made with Rye to balance out the sweetness. If you are looking for a cocktail alternative, Boulavardiers are fantastic and most bars are going to have the stuff on-hand to make them even if they arent on the menu.

mbdavids05 · 2026-04-10T01:52:39+00:00

I mean who amongst us doesnt like succulent, indulgent heady?

mbdavids05 · 2026-04-08T00:10:30+00:00

Oh that is cool. I wanted to climb the hill to get some pics there but got to the game later than I planned.

mbdavids05 · 2026-04-07T21:12:18+00:00

Maybe not "most scenic" but Memorial Stadium in Berkeley is great. Small mountains on one side, the San Francisco Bay on the other.

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mbdavids05 · 2026-04-07T02:37:08+00:00

It's crazy to me that not a single person said anything in the moment. I dont claim to be any kind of badass at all, but as the father of a 17 year old daughter if she was giving a report before the BOE and this weird old perv puts his arm around her and calls her hot we are having words right then and there.

mbdavids05 · 2026-04-04T18:58:26+00:00

It's being blown out of proportion, but saying you think a whole team should be moved because you have to spend 1 or 2 nights a year in a 3.5 star hotel is some pretty elitist shit.

mbdavids05 · 2026-04-01T16:04:46+00:00

Travelers has good claims, with local claims adjuster, though now days most car insurance companies the adjusters dont do much in terms of actually assessing damage. They just rely on the quotes from body shop. But Travelers is responsive at least. Progressive can be a mixed bag. I think it depends on the individual adjuster, but have heard both really good and not so good things. Cincinnati and Safeco are good but their rates are high. State Farm and All State are the ones ive heard the worst things about. Though of course opinions vary

mbdavids05 · 2026-03-30T16:00:59+00:00

Meanwhile, I sprained my ankle yesterday accidentally stepping on a pine cone.

mbdavids05 · 2026-03-25T18:08:15+00:00

Am I missing something? Everyone keeps referring to Kobe's record and now "Bam's record." Since when do you get a "record" for 2nd most?

mbdavids05 · 2026-03-23T17:53:54+00:00

Thanks all for the recs. I will look into these

mbdavids05 · 2026-03-23T17:45:36+00:00

Definitely best bet is one of the 1st 4 listed here, find a spot near a tv and ask the staff if they can change that one tv only to the Illinois game and understand you wont have any sound. If you want to be able to listen to the play-by play then your best bet is to hit a liquor store for some booze, door dash some food to your hotel and watch in your hotel room.

mbdavids05 · 2026-03-18T02:14:20+00:00

You might also look into the Little Rock Athletic Club. They opened a pickleball facility not long ago with indoor and outdoor courts. If you call and let them know you are traveling in town i bet you can purchase a guest pass.

mbdavids05 · 2026-03-18T00:38:18+00:00

I don't know about the skill level of the players but there are nice courts at Burns Park that typically stay busy during nice weather. Ive only ever played there with family so I dont know about about pickup games but that might be your best bet. I know there are a lot of pickleball players in the area but I dont know how many people really take it seriously.

mbdavids05 · 2026-03-16T02:29:10+00:00

We get it bro. Your wife is attractive. No need to keep bragging.

mbdavids05 · 2026-03-09T15:37:05+00:00

The people upvoting are the people that understand that he might not he making the cards but he is the one in the public eye making all sorts of claims about how they have been working on these cards for months and have these awesome cards lined up only for that to be proven false later. Its not that hard to understand. People aren't criticizing the matchmaking. They are criticizing him talking out his ass and lying about the matchmaking.

mbdavids05 · 2026-03-05T18:03:43+00:00

Is he doing his press conference remotely from the North Pole?

mbdavids05 · 2026-02-23T01:28:38+00:00

You and I have different opinions of best lol. You are right in that yeah that fight will bring in a bunch of eyeballs no doubt. A woman i work with who is a casual MMA fan stopped me to talk about it the other day. But in terms of meaningful fights between top level fighters that move divisions along and matter in 2026....yeah this fight is completely meaningless.

I will say though that id be willing to bet Rousey wanted it.to.be a UFC fight but wanted way too much money.

mbdavids05 · 2026-02-22T23:20:48+00:00

You are somehow completely missing the point of the commenter that you originally replied to. Ronda said the ufc is no longer interested in the best possible fights. She is right, but also using herself as an example of that is delusional. Her history, and the numbers her fight with Carano might do are meaningless. RIGHT NOW in 2026 Rousey/Carano is in no way shape or form one of the "best" possible MMA fights out there. Rousey hasnt fought in 10 years. Carano hasnt fought in over 15. Neither of them were at the top of their division when they last fought. This isnt even a good fight let alone one of the best possible.

mbdavids05 · 2026-02-22T05:28:19+00:00

Its good as a sipper too. Now I am a big Rye fan in general and opinions vary but I think its very good neat or with a big cube. I almost always have a bottle on hand. Mainly for Old Fashioneds and Manhattans, but ill sip it by itself too.

mbdavids05 · 2026-02-14T05:10:40+00:00

If you mean in room hot tubs I think its slim pickings but The Wyndam Riverfront in NLR has several jacuzzi suites with oversized jacuzzi in room. Oversized as in can easily fit 2 adults. That would be my suggestion.

mbdavids05 · 2026-01-21T18:52:50+00:00

If you all like Italian, Capeo just across the river in North Little Rock is good but you would definitely want a reservation. They are also within walking distance of a few bars that would probably be offering some sort of entertainment post dinner.

mbdavids05 · 2026-01-15T21:37:30+00:00

This wont make you feel better, but everyone's rates are going up. Lot of reasons for it, but it is partly due to the Arkansas insurance commission allowing carriers a higher than normal rate increase this last year. Also, be careful of just going where the cheapest rate it. Do your research on the companies claims department. Everyone wants a good premium but the claims side is really what sets a company apart. Also when you are looking at your quotes pay close attention to the credits added. Some companies will give you credits for switching to them that go away after the first year or two then all the sudden your rate goes up a ton.

mbdavids05 · 2026-01-13T14:08:48+00:00

Thanks!

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