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    Well shit...about to have to put #2 down.

    Nothing wrecks me more than putting one down. Agreed on not waiting too long. I have the vet come out to the ranch and do it there. Costs me more but I want the last thing one of the pups to see is my face in a safe and familiar place. Hang in there man.....it only hurts because you got so...
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    Comin' off the sideline....

    It got too hot to move the cattle very much so I went to a buddies training barn to pull saddles and wash the 2 year olds. One of the assistant trainers says "damn......just got a text from a friend who said they are attacking people on the road and thats in Oklahoma. He says they attacked a...
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    The protest outside my house.

    EPIC humor. I actually laughed out loud. Well done and thanks
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    4 Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man after video shows officer pinning knee against his neck

    Thanks for the reply and I know there are good LEO's out there. Most of the ones I know are small (or smallish) town LE. Its a tough job and I honestly want to trust those entrusted to protect and serve. Unfortunately, my travels over the last decade make me leary of cops. As a side note...
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    4 Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man after video shows officer pinning knee against his neck

    Question for current and former LEO's...... How many of you have a policy around the Duty to Intervene? Meaning, if you see one of your fellow LEO's acting against policy that you are to intervene in the moment AND report to management? Not trying to stir the pot. Just trying to understand.
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    4 Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man after video shows officer pinning knee against his neck

    I am with you at a high level however I think what is happening here, as in other places, is more nuanced than your post would indicate. Look at the videos and the make up of the group when the looting is active. There are white people there and participating. And probably instigating. Living...
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    4 Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man after video shows officer pinning knee against his neck

    Good balance that is useful for this conversation and the practicality of it is fair. The challenge I have is a departmental policy, written or unwritten, should not lead officers to make these sorts of field decisions. It should be an easy decision to step in where the law is broken. Just...
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    4 Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man after video shows officer pinning knee against his neck

    Agreed on all your points. Clearly this is not a simple "one size fits all" problem and the solution will not be either. I respect the concept of law enforcement and know that without good cops our society really crumbles. From my perspective its difficult to fault line level LEO's for all the...
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    4 Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man after video shows officer pinning knee against his neck

    I agree with you and it sucks. Most of the LE departments in my area are great. I even saw a LEO step in front of a Sargent to help manage a situation with female struggling with mental health issues. There are good cops out there for sure. With all due respect its not a matter if giving away...
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    4 Minneapolis officers fired in death of black man after video shows officer pinning knee against his neck

    I cant track with you on this one simply because I think you are understating what drives bad LEO behavior. Agreed that finding good LEO candidates is tough. However, most people do what they are incented to do. If appointed/elected LEO leaders place a higher emphasis on situational "control"...
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    Thinking about leaving California

    What does your son being in school have to do with the decision?
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    Gunsmithing welding question

    Great. Thanks guys and it sounds like 10 is a good starting place. I am not welder........ I just TIG some super clean mild steel frequently. Just me sittin' there welding small parts. That doesn't make me a welder so thanks for your patience with my questions. All the information is helpful...
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    Gunsmithing welding question

    Hey folks, I know this is not exactly a smith question but you always come through for me so I am going to ask.... I am not a welder however I TIG a lot. I want to weld up a bunch of oil pipe for some pasture fencing so I borrowed a engine driven welder to get started . When I went to my local...
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    Snow Blower? need to get one

    if you don’t have room to push the snow with a atv or side by side then you have to throw it. If your snow tends to be wetter and you have to throw it a good distance then, like HighDesertHLR, I think a wheeled Honda is a good choice. But the better models are pricey. After years of dealing...
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    Merry Christmas Hide!

    I hope that everyone has a great Christmas. But if it’s not going to be the best, remember that the future will bring good things. If you know someone that is struggling and their answer to “how you doing” is “ I’m ok” make time for them or invite them over. It might make all the difference...
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    Social support services for 88 year old vet

    Thanks Gentlemen for the advice and support. I think I am headed in the right direction...... Its been a bit of a journey as his condition has deteriorated and, if I am being honest, not something that was always easy. But he raised me for the first 18 years of my life and guided me for decades...
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    Social support services for 88 year old vet

    Thanks and I should have mentioned the location. Just east of Sacramento. Placerville CA. I just sent the local group an email to see if they are open to having someone with dementia attend. It would be great if we could get him interacting with others that can relate to his experiences.
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    Social support services for 88 year old vet

    Thanks guys. Not sure how I missed the VFW....... Not sure what CA has for a state vets home but it’s a great option and maybe the VFW folks know if I can’t find it.
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    Social support services for 88 year old vet

    Folks, I could use some help in finding a place for my 88 year old dad to chat with other vets for an hour or so once every couple of weeks or once a month. He has dimentia and is not a yeller nor violent. If there is a meeting where like minded folks go for a cup of coffee and conversation...
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    Good morning

    Welcome and this is pretty much a good group. Might want to stay away from the Bear Pit..... a lot of degenerates there. The FAQS are a great place to start as are the videos. If you can’t find an answer there just ask away.
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