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Flat Lap Polishing Methods (displays, cabs, faceting, etc.)

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parfive: BOLO – Sara w/no h. Nov 13, 2024 15:20:39 GMT -5

RickB:

Surf's up - Pastrami on the hoof Nov 13, 2024 16:44:09 GMT -5 *

Wooferhound: I make my Sandwiches without the Bread Nov 14, 2024 12:56:46 GMT -5

amygdule: I like my meat warmed to Body Temp^oF... Then wrapped with a slice of Cheese

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rocknrob: Holey Moooley Nov 15, 2024 11:53:09 GMT -5

vegasjames: Must be a Swiss cow. You know, these are only cows you can get Swiss cheese from. (laugh)

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parfive: The Scooter knows. Nov 16, 2024 0:36:53 GMT -5

RickB: In theme with things - today is National Bread Day Nov 17, 2024 6:53:42 GMT -5

dshanpnw: The slice of life. Nov 17, 2024 9:35:37 GMT -5 *

parfive: The greatest thing in its day. Nov 18, 2024 13:57:33 GMT -5

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RickB: Stop loafing and take your buns to Agate Beach after the storm dies down. Nov 20, 2024 11:57:52 GMT -5 *

amygdule: The Ocean is still tumbling with 20 foot waves...11/20/2024

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rocknrob: That was one heck of a windstorm that thankfully missed me. I guess Seatac almost hit 60mph gusts. I bet those were some fun landings Nov 20, 2024 21:55:16 GMT -5

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