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. I feel your pain Olham, but as Slarti has noted at least you have it sorted out for now. Last weekend I did a total reinstall of my OS and all programs in my flying computer to get rid of something that found it's way in via the internet and had severely impacted performance. But all is "as new" again and running like a finely-tuned Daimler Mercedes D.III inline six. .

. Two Nasty Looking Switches Over Here It's more than worth the 5-minute watch to get to the apropos line. (Young Frankenstein is hilarious! And Teri Garr back then...hubba hubba.) .

. HEE HAW! Yuppers Jarhead, you want something FUBAR just get the government involved. And yes, truly amazing advancements in flight in the last century. Boggles the mind really. .

. I love the Black Adder series. Never fails to make me laugh no matter how many times I've seen it. .

. Actually Olham, after doing some more digging I've discovered this person has no such medal at all and has been selling that photo repeatedly over the last year on eBay and never delivers the item, (because she doesn't have it). It is straight out fraud and it amazes me that eBay allows it to continue, (so much for their Buyer Protection). Others in the medal-collecting community are aware of her and have filed repeated reports against her at eBay, including me now, (filed four different reports against her yesterday). You watch though, I'll bet in the next month or two that supposed Blue Max will be for sale again on eBay, showing the same picture. In all my dealings on eBay thisis the first time I have run across a case of outright fraud. It would be nice if it were the last. .

. Hard to believe that flying wonder has been in service for 41 years. Time flys as well, and forever. .

. Holy cow VP, you are in one helluva rough patch as well. I'll be thinking of you too Sir, and will throw an extra prayer to the Man Upstairs for you and Si both. Don't lose heart Gentlemen. .

. Here's a nasty looking switch, I wonder what happens when I flip it. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Been there, done that, and more than once. .

. It seems to get worse with every election as well, with the number of corrupt and self-serving politicians ever increasing, along with the corrupt and self-serving lawyers, judges, and corporation heads. To paraphrase the HHGTTG: Their all a bunch of smarmy-faced bastards who'll be the first against the wall when the revolution comes. And to those in my own country who seem convinced we couldn't possibly have another revolution in the US...just keep going with that logic. The seeds have been sown so thick for such an event that it is just about inevitible at this point, IMHO. The 30% of the population who is now footing the bill for the other 70% above and below them has had more than enough of business as usual, (and they are a well-armed 30%). Add to that a volunteer military that has been stretched ever-thinner in endless conflicts around the globe with no sign of relief in sight for them either and you have a ominous combination. Sorry...off my soap box now. Si, I honestly feel for you Sir, and wish you the best for the future. As others have noted here, perhaps this will ultimately prove a positive thing, though right now it can't possibly appear that way to you. If there is something we can do to help, let us know. .

. Well that just sucks. I hope you'll be able to find something else soon Si. What are the prospects like there? Better than here, I hope to God. .

. Slarti wrote: If they smell they're probably starting to turn. In order to be good, minions need to be fresh. They don't keep very long either, especially in warm weather, and once they get old they really can be revolting. .

. mmmmmmmmm...cake... .

. More fun pics Olham, and still very entertaining and enlightening seeing where other folks in our little community hang their hat. This old world of ours has a lot of very beautiful places in it, and it's a pity none of us will ever live long enough to personally visit them all. .

. Oh yes, a brave tale indeed! I gave a go at a few of McNamara's missions in Egypt in my MAW/OFF set up. Had to substitute the BE2 for the Martinsyde but it was still quite exciting. .

. A most hearty congratulations to you and yours Tranquillo, granddaughters are a wonderful blessing and a joy. Just don't let them shut off the heater in your OFF flying room in the dead of winter when it's 20 degrees F below zero outside. .

. Well, I am closer to the full immersion this morning. Went into my flying room for the first mission of the day to find that my six-year-old granddaughter, (who was visiting with us last night), shut off the heater in said room. It is a brisk 39 degrees F in here right now and I AM wearing gloves! Also Olham, as to my forum password, there is nothing I noted in my last post that I couldn't and wouldn't say to my lovely wife. I'd duck and run of course immediately afterwards. ....Honey, if you're reading this, I'm just kidding honestly I am and there's an extra little special package for you waiting under the Christmas tree, and I've already done up the dishes and taken out the trash and shoveled off the walk and, and...I love you... .

. Here is a guide I have kept handy for years. You may want to have a laminated card-sized copy made that you can keep in your wallet for quick reference. When she says, “We need…” what she actually means is, “I want…” When she says, “It's your decision.” what she actually means is, “The correct decision should be obvious by now.” When she says, “Do what you want.” what she actually means is, “You'll pay for this later.” When she says, “We need to talk.” what she actually means is, “I need to complain.” When she says, “Sure...go ahead.” what she actually means is, “I don't want you to.” When she says, “I'm not upset.” what she actually means is, “Of course I'm upset, you moron!” When she says, “You're so manly.” what she actually means is, “You need a shave and you sweat a lot.” When she says, “You're certainly attentive tonight.” what she actually means is, “Is sex all you ever think about?” When she says, “I'm not emotional! And I'm not overreacting!” what she actually means is, “I'm on my period.” When she says, “Be romantic, turn out the lights.” what she actually means is, “I have flabby thighs.” When she says, “Hang the picture there.” what she actually means is, “No, I mean hang it there!” When she says, “I heard a noise.” what she actually means is, “I noticed you were almost asleep.” When she says, “Do you love me?” what she actually means is, “I'm going to ask for something expensive.” When she says, “How much do you love me?” what she actually means is, “I did something today you're really not going to like.” When she says, “I'll be ready in a minute.” what she actually means is, “Kick off your shoes and find a good game on T.V.” When she says, “Is my butt fat?” what she actually means is, “Tell me I'm beautiful.” When she says, “Yes.” what she actually means is, “No.” When she says, “No.” what she actually means is, “No.” When she says, “Maybe.” what she actually means is, “No.” When she says, “I'm sorry.” what she actually means is, “You'll be sorry.” When she says, “I'm not yelling!” what she actually means is, “Yes I am yelling because I think this is important.” When she says, “You have to learn to communicate.” what she actually means is, “Just agree with me.” When she says, “Are you listening to me!?" (Too late, you're dead.) .

. Merry Christmas CaptSopwith! Enjoy your holiday Sir, and all the best to You and Yours. .

. Olham, if in fact I do "top you all" with this sort of thing, (and I don't believe I do), it is only because of my excessive compulsion with WWI aerial warfare. Whether or not that is a good thing is very much up for debate...just ask my lovely wife. Carrick, thank you for the kudos Sir. .

. Very neat flying caps Mike and Elephant. Here is my WWI French aviateur's version: And I can appreciate immersion and wanting to feel more connected to the men who actually flew the Great War planes in combat, which is one reason for the uniform that stands to my left whenever I am flying in the OFF skies. So who's crazy here? Cheers! Lou .

. ...hee hee...it's that German sense of humor Olham, it's like the Spanish Inquisition, and NOBODY expects the Spanish Inquisition! Their chief weapon is surprise...surprise and fear...fear and surprise.... their two weapons are fear and surprise...and ruthless efficiency.... their three, three weapons are fear, surprise, and ruthless efficiency...and... .

. Olham, I am guessing that in "2001 - Odyssee im Weltraum" it was "Hänschen klein". But in "2001: A Space Odyssey" it is "Daisy". You must have seen the German version. .

. "I'm afraid. I'm afraid, Dave. Dave, my mind is going. I can feel it. I can feel it. My mind is going. There is no question about it. I can feel it. I can feel it. I can feel it. I'm a... fraid. Good afternoon, gentlemen. I am a HAL 9000 computer. I became operational at the H.A.L. plant in Urbana, Illinois on the 12th of January 1992. My instructor was Mr. Langley, and he taught me to sing a song. If you'd like to hear it I can sing it for you. It's called "Daisy." Daisy, Daisy, give me your answer do. I'm half crazy all for the love of you. It won't be a stylish marriage, I can't afford a carriage. But you'll look sweet upon the seat of a bicycle built for two..." .

. Welcome to the OFF fourms Smilingmonkey, and soon to the OFF skies as well. If you enjoyed Red Baron you will truly love OFF, it is an amazing sim with an incredible campaign. Keep us posted to your progress and be sure and do some reading ahead of time so you'll be set to go when the disc arrives. BTW, new guys buy the drinks, and I believe I'll have a fresh hot cup of coffee with a touch of cream and two fingers of Tullamore Dew Black, thank you very much. Cheers! Lou .

. My most sincere congratulations CJ to you and your family and your latest bundle of joy. I became a GP six years ago and it has been one of the greatest blessings of my life, (and there have been many). Enjoy your new status Sir, and spoil that cutie to the best of your Grandfatherly abilities. All the Best! Lou .