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by MarkS
Feb 1st, '12, 14:25
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: need votes
Replies: 42
Views: 34312

Just like the idiots voting to recall Gov. Walker in Wisconsin, i'll vote as many times as you want me to! :)
by MarkS
Jan 31st, '12, 15:14
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Most on this board are a cut above, Gert is one of them
Replies: 31
Views: 13066

It's Ohlstein's fault....................
by MarkS
Jan 27th, '12, 17:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Report from Cabo
Replies: 3
Views: 1014

Report from Cabo

The wife and I took a over due getaway to Cabo after all the shit we have been through. I promised to spend less time fishing and more time pooling with her so I only chased the fish 2 days of the 7! First day was a bit of a bust with a pile of skipjack one Bonita and one small yellowfin. We dumped ...
by MarkS
Jan 27th, '12, 16:52
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Most on this board are a cut above, Gert is one of them
Replies: 31
Views: 13066

Holy crap words can not describe! My usual and customary is to offer any of whatever I may have but make me a check payable to Patrick McCrary and then I will forward it to him. It removes the empty promises from the equation! By the way Patricks address is available on his member info. He lives nex...
by MarkS
Jan 18th, '12, 13:43
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: paint color survey
Replies: 35
Views: 14874

You must have had a refreshing week away UV? You are back and by God you've got an opinion!!! ;)

Gert I have scoured the photos a dozen times and can't find the seafoam panties?
by MarkS
Jan 8th, '12, 11:18
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Older Than Dirt Quiz
Replies: 30
Views: 7667

The old bag that used to listen to me chatting with the girlfriend on the party line.

DQ Pabst Blue Ribbon is good for boiling Bratwurst along with an onion and some bayleaves. A headache in every can................
by MarkS
Dec 25th, '11, 13:52
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kahlenbergs!!!!!
Replies: 10
Views: 3479

Very "Horney" Dug! :)
by MarkS
Dec 21st, '11, 20:17
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Mom
Replies: 50
Views: 29393

My family will keep you and yours in our prayers.
by MarkS
Dec 19th, '11, 18:25
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Earthquake and humbling experiences
Replies: 9
Views: 1451

Your 14 year old snatched up the babies! Looks like you have laid good groundwork already my friend. Stay safe.
-M
by MarkS
Dec 13th, '11, 16:49
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The "Faithful"
Replies: 16
Views: 5721

That's funny shit Mike I never saw it coming.........................
by MarkS
Dec 13th, '11, 09:05
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The "Faithful"
Replies: 16
Views: 5721

I start to tell stories regarding this group and as soon as it comes out of my mouth I have to pause for a number of reasons. My favorite response is, "So you never met this guy?" "He did what?" Now this is the upper midwest and we invented the "Give a guy the shirt off your back" but with very few ...
by MarkS
Dec 11th, '11, 10:39
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1986 Bertram 28 Book Value
Replies: 4
Views: 1110

As I am sure a bunch of you do, I have a search set on e-bay for Bertram. I have watched that and a number of other sites for about 6 years now and for some time the market is all over the place on Bertrams. I have seen turn key immaculate gas 25's that can't get a bid over $8000.00. I have seen run...
by MarkS
Dec 10th, '11, 22:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lunar Eclipse
Replies: 21
Views: 2774

I love it! Classic post HiJack! I believe it was inevented on the 31 site. Now lets get into details about the brown gravy. Got a murder of geese out front on the pond that will need this.
by MarkS
Dec 9th, '11, 07:27
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cabo October 2011
Replies: 7
Views: 1131

Harry this one will tickle your inards. We have a cheese, sausage and liqour store her in my town by the name of "The Bleu Cheese house." The proprieter goes by the nickname of "Cheesie Bob" and quite frankly hardley anyone knows his real name. A few years back he gave away bumper stickers, "I Love ...
by MarkS
Dec 8th, '11, 12:13
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cabo October 2011
Replies: 7
Views: 1131

The father of one of my old hunting/fishing buddy's used to go on a number of trips with us every year. He was a crotchity old bastard and when he got on my nerves I used to tell him, "When you die I hope you come back as a swallow!"

-M
by MarkS
Dec 8th, '11, 12:07
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Trip Advisor Cabo Charity Fishing Tourney gets some props!
Replies: 3
Views: 755

Matt we would love to have you! It's not like there is a shortage of 31's in Cabo if somebody wanted one. I had been squeezing DQ and Capt. Pat a few years back and would love a fat showing of other shady types the likes of Mike O, Tom, Harry, UV, Randall, Bruce etc etc etc would be sort of like a p...
by MarkS
Dec 7th, '11, 22:15
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cabo October 2011
Replies: 7
Views: 1131

I love the first shot! 3 fish in a row. :)
by MarkS
Dec 7th, '11, 22:12
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Quick Grin
Replies: 3
Views: 838

Frank I love it!
by MarkS
Dec 7th, '11, 14:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Trip Advisor Cabo Charity Fishing Tourney gets some props!
Replies: 3
Views: 755

Trip Advisor Cabo Charity Fishing Tourney gets some props!

My little Cabo Charity fishing tourney makes press in Cabo in the Gringo Gazette and on the webshow! Also My buddy and team mate Dan is right in front early on in the clip (.14 sec) in the front with a white T-shirt and Redrum Hat. more of you guys should consider this event. It is fun, cheap and th...
by MarkS
Dec 6th, '11, 18:53
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Plastic Fuel Tanks & Ethanol Gas
Replies: 4
Views: 1089

Walter if you ever decide your 20 Bahia needs a new steward keep me in mind. I could have a lot of fun with that.
by MarkS
Dec 2nd, '11, 11:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Quick Grin
Replies: 3
Views: 838

Quick Grin

I pointed to two old drunks sitting across the bar from us and told my friend, "That's us in 10 years".



He said "That's a mirror, you dip-shit!"
by MarkS
Nov 23rd, '11, 19:01
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tremendously sad news
Replies: 65
Views: 28433

Thanks guys! It's been a long year almost and tougher than I ever dreamed. On a some what humorous note, sort of, I had a shrink come through the receiving line at the funeral. I have known him for a while but not real good just because he is shirttail relative, sort of. He gave me one of these soft...
by MarkS
Nov 23rd, '11, 18:44
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: World's ugliest boat
Replies: 39
Views: 14485

Sim I don't know what happened at Carver they used to make a decent looking boat but they still fall under the clorox bottle heading. Like a freekin bobber. I can almost spit to Pulaski, WI. from here. (Home of Carver.) Luis That is a stunning collection of spew, just where did you find all those ge...
by MarkS
Nov 15th, '11, 11:57
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stubborn bolt
Replies: 59
Views: 24316

Maybe stupid idea but would the fan blades on the alternator be a giveaway?
by MarkS
Nov 15th, '11, 00:09
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Smile
Replies: 3
Views: 887

Me too. That poor bastard paid heavily......................
by MarkS
Nov 15th, '11, 00:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tremendously sad news
Replies: 65
Views: 28433

I come here at least once a day for strength. I had a house full tonight for the Packers game. The times with distraction are helpful. The times alone are long and painful. Thanks again for the words my friends. Falls under the wonderful distraction and the thoughts of warm soft water with the boat ...
by MarkS
Nov 13th, '11, 19:27
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tremendously sad news
Replies: 65
Views: 28433

You guys are just incredible. I have no words either. 2011 will go down as the hardest days of my life. I want you all to give the biggest hugs to the ones you love the kids for sure. This is the blindside one always thinks happens to other people. Save the harsh words, forgive quickly, don't leave ...
by MarkS
Nov 9th, '11, 15:38
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Connie Laurie catches 850-pound marlin
Replies: 4
Views: 1123

Doug I sure don't want to run up against her I was just wondering if she was a well rounded fisherman?

Myself, I'm quick out of the gate but my staying power ain't what she used ta was!

Most of my buddies refer to me as, "Where did that pussy sneak off to?"

8)
by MarkS
Nov 7th, '11, 16:29
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Back from the stone ages
Replies: 1
Views: 511

14 neighbors!? Can I come visit you next summer Tom. I'll just bring my my close relation and a couple of dogs and cats!

I knew you were of the finest sort now this just proves it!

How do you figure out who buys the beer?

:-D Mark
by MarkS
Nov 7th, '11, 16:00
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Connie Laurie catches 850-pound marlin
Replies: 4
Views: 1123

But can she drink?
by MarkS
Nov 7th, '11, 15:46
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram Video
Replies: 11
Views: 1796

Well i'll be dipped in dog shit! I got a pretty good eye!
by MarkS
Nov 5th, '11, 15:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bertram Video
Replies: 11
Views: 1796

Check that again is that Capt. Patrick at the 2:19 mark in Jack Ryan's video? Defiantely his air intakes on that boat no?

Inquiring minds and all that!!!

-M
by MarkS
Oct 31st, '11, 21:58
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cabo Charity Tourney (Black & Green Tournament)
Replies: 7
Views: 968

Thanks Tony!
by MarkS
Oct 31st, '11, 21:19
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cabo Charity Tourney (Black & Green Tournament)
Replies: 7
Views: 968

Dug we had a great showing of Mara's teachers, friends and family tonight. She made it for most of the evening before she just couldn't anymore and I slid her under the covers and laid with her until she started to snooze. The many well wishes from this forum add to my strength or weakness as it wer...
by MarkS
Oct 31st, '11, 20:50
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Snow etc!
Replies: 5
Views: 1676

Dug I was going to ship you some sofa boxes so you could disitribute them accordingly to those POOR wall street protestors that find themselves in a cooler climate than a few days ago. God bless you my son!

Where does one sign up for Mike O's mean team?
by MarkS
Oct 28th, '11, 15:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cabo Charity Tourney (Black & Green Tournament)
Replies: 7
Views: 968

Cabo Charity Tourney (Black & Green Tournament)

This was the final result of the Black & Green Tourney that I had co-coordinated over the past 4 years. We were supposed to be there but Mara's condition has worsened and we stayed home. My compadres however had already commited money and reservations which were non-refundable so they went, added a ...
by MarkS
Oct 11th, '11, 13:21
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grander in Cabo
Replies: 7
Views: 1584

John,
Why yes, yes they do!

Lots of blues being caught and big tuna as well. Stripeys are a little thin though.
by MarkS
Sep 27th, '11, 15:15
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My first boat
Replies: 15
Views: 2256

That is one sweet Blackfin! You have nothing to be unhappy about there!

Fished many times on that exact boat in Cabo "The Dreamweaver" it is an awesome boat.

Enjoy your new life!!!

http://www.dreamweaversportfishing.com/cat125.html

Mark
by MarkS
Sep 23rd, '11, 09:32
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Never Again...!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 5206

That is one pretty Mar! Nicely done.

-M
by MarkS
Sep 22nd, '11, 16:08
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Do you have Onstar in your vehicle? Read this!
Replies: 2
Views: 820

That and a local guy was having dinner and a few cocktails and on his way home slid off a slippery snow covered Wisconsin road just a mile from his home. Onstar alearted the law of the vehicle off the road and when he returned with another truck to pull it out ole Johnny was waiting for him and afte...
by MarkS
Sep 22nd, '11, 16:01
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: B25 Question
Replies: 7
Views: 1995

Tom it's all a premium! Maybe steel a little from the drop down although there may be some stringers in the way, also under one of the bench seats if you have them. I would think you may be able to come up with at least 50 gal of space. When I had Nautic build my stainless tank I lost 6 gallons but ...
by MarkS
Sep 19th, '11, 09:28
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Randell on TV
Replies: 13
Views: 2464

As always Randall, very cool.

Mark
by MarkS
Sep 14th, '11, 09:26
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: nice tuna
Replies: 13
Views: 2235

Call me stupid but I am thinking you gotta swim like hell to get back to the boat before you run out of line or you might end up doing a deep dive?

What a fish! Maybe that was a kill shot? smarten me up about this.
by MarkS
Sep 12th, '11, 14:29
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 2010 Fundraiser
Replies: 27
Views: 15436

Capt.
Screw Paypal why should they get a cut anyway!!

Will send something shortly.

Thanks for the sand box, it gives my brain moments of relief between reality.

Mark
by MarkS
Sep 5th, '11, 11:06
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stealth warship Northfolk VA
Replies: 11
Views: 3148

10 are supposed to be built in Alabama and 10 in Wisconsin by Marinette Marine in conjunction with Lockheed Martin.

http://www.navsource.org/archives/15/150201.htm


Mark
by MarkS
Sep 3rd, '11, 13:33
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Suzie's Pissed (or not so much) -- Finally Launched!
Replies: 28
Views: 7513

Very nice, way to bring her back!!
by MarkS
Sep 2nd, '11, 17:03
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: And in todays forcast......
Replies: 6
Views: 1226

Its so dry in Texas!

How dry is it?

A friend of mine from Texas said he caught a 20lb catfish that was covered with tic's

Sorry couldn't help it!
by MarkS
Sep 2nd, '11, 16:56
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: searing yellowfin
Replies: 23
Views: 3702

J Richard,
You can't fool me with generic Pacifico's unlike that time I drug you into Mermaids in Cabo and told you we were at the fish market!

Fish on! ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ
by MarkS
Sep 1st, '11, 17:25
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: searing yellowfin
Replies: 23
Views: 3702

Hey J Richard Cransteen, I would be happy to show you how in October when we come. I like the pan too but thats just me. Like the others say it must be rare! In fact I like so rare that a good Veteranarian can bring it back. Get your carcass to Whole foods and pick up some fresh ginger, some quality...