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    Cool gift ideas for high school age boys

    Has anyone come up with cool gift ideas for high school age boys? Here are a few ideas to start: Beats Favorite Sports Jersey Dorm stuff for college (if senior in HS) Gaming equipment (Rock Band instruments, etc.) Other ideas?
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    Fences

    If you get an invisible fence look at all your options. We bought a system that warned the dog as it was approaching the fence and gave him a jolt as he tried to cross it. After he crossed it he was free and roamed around at will. When he tried to come back into our yard he couldn't cross it...
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    Saying farewell to an *** hole

    I agree with all those who say to "leave with class". Rise above the B.S. you had to deal with and put it behind you. You won't burn any bridges or suffer any collateral damage from anyone who would hear about any retribution you might want to do.
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    Random Thoughts IV

    It's barely September and flu vaccines are underway.
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    College Football Pick'ems - FANTASTIC GRAND PRIZE!

    Michigan @ Utah (-5.5) TCU (-14.5) @ Minnesota BYU @ Nebraska (-7) Texas @ Notre Dame (-9.5) Ohio State (-12) @ Virginia Tech Iowa State (-8) vs. UNI Tiebreaker (total points scored in UNI @ ISU game): 49 5-1 11 points off
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    Friday 5: Vacations

    1. Dublin/London (take the train/ferry combo) 2. Calgary/Banff (Calgary Stampede & unbelievable scenary) 3. Granada Spain (with lots of side trips) 4. Boundary Waters (should be an annual trip) 5. Padre Island Texas (nice beaches)
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    Friday - OT - Most thrilling adventure/experience

    Chasing grey whales off the NaPali coast of Kauai in a zodiac raft.
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    Friday 5: Most-watched movies

    1. Groundhog Day 2. Fifth Element 3. Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 4. Die Hard series 5. LOTR series
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    Moles....

    Only trapping works, but not reliably: http://www.ipm.iastate.edu/ipm/hortnews/1998/4-3-1998/moles98.html
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    Purchasing 1st Car

    If you don't have to buy a new car, consider a certified used car. You can usually get a good deal and don't have to pay the huge depreciation. There are exceptions to this though. If you can get a good discount (and maybe last year's new model, etc.) you may be able to get a new car for...
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    NFL: NFL Offseason Thread

    I don't understand all the rumors that the Vikings don't want AP back. The front office has been saying all the right things about planning for his return next season. http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2015/2/12/8029539/adrian-peterson-vikings-rams-offensive-coordinator
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    Minnesota @ Iowa

    So what's the chatter on the Squawk forums? It must be EIU whine day today.
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    Ideas for High School Boys Basketball Senior Gifts

    Haha! It's a small town in SE Minnesota. Not exactly redneck nor iPad kids.
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    Ideas for High School Boys Basketball Senior Gifts

    The parents of boys basketball seniors at my son's high school are looking for ideas for gifts for Senior Night. Previously we chose personalized posters for several years and personalized mini-basketballs last year. Does anyone have any other ideas for senior gifts? The budget is around $50...
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    Tom Magliozzi of Car Talk

    CarTalk had always been a Saturday tradition in our family. I was sad when they ended the new shows in 2012 and now I'm even sadder to hear the news about Tom.
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    ***Beer Thread***

    Let's see how this one scores out. Just opened a Deschutes Brewery Red Chair NWPA http://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/63/55564/
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    ***Beer Thread***

    The review verbage is ridiculous but the scores are usually pretty good for what I like.
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    Friday OT - Where are you watching the game?

    At home, my son has an early out from high school so we'll have quality time together.