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Lagavulin2

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Why do blondes always get first billing?
My guess is that it is a linguistic thing.
The combination of the "bl" and "br" sounds is softer on the ear in that sequence.

Perhaps Ms. Croft would know, I believe it is her field of expertise?

Additionally, there are many cunning linguists on this board.
 

Lagavulin2

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Unlike the ladies, I've seldom enjoyed malts over 18 years old
Very astute, many aficionados believe that past 20 years or so there is not a quality improvement, in fact some say that there is a degradation after that point.



For a big surprise, try Glenn Ord(e), green oval label and yes under $40 (for now).

I can't locate it in the LCBO search.
http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo-ear/lcbo/product/searchResults.do

I found a website describing the distillery.
http://www.discovering-distilleries.com/glenord

Are you purchasing this in Ontario ?
 

Lagavulin2

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THAT IS ABSOLUTELY BRILL, BRILL


For global belly laugh day, you have succeeded.
 

Lagavulin2

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If he risked his life then he was heroic but they are outside so where is the danger????????
Have some French toast,

what do you take in your coffee ?


The term hero can have a spectrum of definitions, from the traditional concept of giving ones life to save another, to a simple act of kindness with no thought of reward.

A few examples. At one end would be those who receive military decorations. I am considering posting about a friend of mine who passed away in October of '08 as an example. At the other end might be a nurse who provides care for the poor and underprivileged on a volunteer basis. For many, but not all, one of their parents such as their mother could indeed be a hero. Speak to a single mother of a profoundly disabled child and you will see the definition encompasses a large array of actions.

Ultimately it is my choice on a given day, and sometimes I will be wrong.

As for questioning my choice, feel free. Friends do not always agree. But when you disagree there is never a need to be disagreeable ( BTW: I don't think you were disagreeable just a little strident).

If you don't mind the hair put the Sheltie on your lap. I find it impossible to be harsh while she is sitting on my lap.
 

Lagavulin2

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Fair enough. There are other threads for that. Lagavulin is trying to keep this an upbeat, positive thread, and we are attempting to help him. I'm sure you would have many agree with you, me included if you started another thread for that.

This is just a little innocent thread of tranquility, meandering through the big ugly outside world. Everyone is welcome to step inside Lagavulin's thread to get away from all the conflict elsewhere.
Exactly.



Are you boys done squabbling? Thank you! The host will be very disappointed in you both!

I had to sneak out the back door for a while. I don't handle stress well. Now where were we? Oh yes ...

As 2010 has gotten off to such an inauspicious start -- what with Haiti and all -- happy Global Belly Laugh Day to all!!

Hey!! Nice doggie!! Down boy!!
That's not one of mine !!!
Oh shit, I'm going to end up with a third one.
WHOSE DOG IS THIS ....... WHOSE DOG IS THIS ....... ANYONE.


That was no squabble, you don't want to see squabble. We were just getting the posts in sync, relax.

My hero today is the Haitian who hung on, buried for 11 days. I don't know what gods he prays to but it worked.
Agreed, I'll see about making some lunch.

I was listening to a couple of the French soldiers that rescued the guy. They said the reason for his survival was that the building collapsed all around him creating a small tomb but he was completely untouched, and within the tomb were some cans of cola and Guinness so that he had liquid to drink.

His picture should now be in every dictionary next to the definition of luck.
 

blackrock13

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Very astute, many aficionados believe that past 20 years or so there is not a quality improvement, in fact some say that there is a degradation after that point.


I can't locate it in the LCBO search.
http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo-ear/lcbo/product/searchResults.do

I found a website describing the distillery.
http://www.discovering-distilleries.com/glenord

Are you purchasing this in Ontario ?
Yes I bought it in Ontario a few years back, had it the first time at a tasting in Kingston. I guess it didn't sell here well enough or dod and the distillery decided not to pay the shelving fee again for what they got in sales. it can be $10,00 per label. Now you know why you don't see many small winery labels on the LCBO shelves.

Contact the distillery and ask why. They'd love to tell you. I've done it a few times with wines and beer and SURPRISE, there it is again.

The degradation does happen and becomes very apparent at 40+. The point of diminishing returns begins at about 15 yrs very slightly and I feel you start not getting your money back at 21yrs +. I have but don't like to turn over $90.00 on anything at the LCBO, especially over-priced Scotches, although some are cheaper here than in Scotland.
 

danajo

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Jan 15, 2010
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Living in the moment
The degradation does happen and becomes very apparent at 40+. The point of diminishing returns begins at about 15 yrs very slightly and I feel you start not getting your money back at 21yrs +.
Thanks for the edification ... unfortunately sounds remarkably like myself ... I gotta stop drinking this stuff!
 

Brill

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Have some French toast,
I wonder which cunninglinguist SP of the Day would go best with syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon?
Would they know French toast translated to French is "pain perdue", which translates back as "lost bread".
 

danajo

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I wonder which cunninglinguist SP of the Day would go best with syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon?
Would they know French toast translated to French is "pain perdue", which translates back as "lost bread".
which reminds me, I seem to have lost all my bread last night ... could you possibly lend me $250 and some maple syrup?
 

The Fruity Hare

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My guess is that it is a linguistic thing.
The combination of the "bl" and "br" sounds is softer on the ear in that sequence.

Perhaps Ms. Croft would know, I believe it is her field of expertise?

Additionally, there are many cunning linguists on this board.
I've wondered in the past about other similar examples: ladies and gentlemen, men and women. A few other examples escape me at the moment, however I believe it is the word with the fewer syllables which comes first.
 

MissCroft

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I've wondered in the past about other similar examples: ladies and gentlemen, men and women. A few other examples escape me at the moment, however I believe it is the word with the fewer syllables which comes first.
Yeah, like beans and weiners. But what about bacon and eggs!? Some food for thought... ;-)
 

The Fruity Hare

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Yeah, like beans and weiners. But what about bacon and eggs!? Some food for thought... ;-)

Hey Lagavulin, what are the chances of rustlin' up some grub?? It sounds like we have a hungry little lady here! Mmmm, maybe some French toast too, or did that get lost already? My French isn't up to date, but I think her sig says she is a Filet of Joy... could I have one of those, just warm to the touch?? And a little something sweet to wash it down. ;)
 

MissCroft

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My guess is that it is a linguistic thing.
The combination of the "bl" and "br" sounds is softer on the ear in that sequence.

Perhaps Ms. Croft would know, I believe it is her field of expertise?
Nah, that sequence isn't any softer - saying 'black and brown' seems equally as natural as saying 'brown and black'. Me thinks it is a syllable thing.
 

MissCroft

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Hey Lagavulin, what are the chances of rustlin' up some grub?? It sounds like we have a hungry little lady here! Mmmm, maybe some French toast too, or did that get lost already? My French isn't up to date, but I think her sig says she is a Filet of Joy... could I have one of those, just warm to the touch?? And a little something sweet to wash it down. ;)
I'm always hungry. ;-)
 

Lagavulin2

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Hey Lagavulin, what are the chances of rustlin' up some grub?? It sounds like we have a hungry little lady here! Mmmm, maybe some French toast too, or did that get lost already? My French isn't up to date, but I think her sig says she is a Filet of Joy... could I have one of those, just warm to the touch?? And a little something sweet to wash it down. ;)

LOL ... just in the door from grocery shopping.

Making homemade pizza;
Thin crust, tomato sauce, three cheeses (parmesan, asiago, cheddar) topped with prosciutto, salami, green pepper, onion, tomato slices, roast artichokes, black olives.

Damn - forgot the anchovies.

Serving it with a decent Chianti.

Anyone want a Corona while they wait ?
 
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