Bryan

#toyota #landcruiser #mazda #mx5 #gardening #homesteading. #kennettsquare #diy #electrician #plumbing
#PA native spending time fixing #cars, fixing houses, growing food, and learnng about everything. Trying to support the live free movement.

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2025-05-27 02:57:36 UTC

Do you want to test the limits of yourself and your marriage? Try wallpaper!! Said no one ever! #diy
https://blossom.primal.net/dd8c248906de8d60201804601d35f8940317797106b326cc34c408d507dede7f

2024-09-23 03:37:02 UTC

spent the evening fixing the lx450. new window rubber runs. got 3 of the 4 windows done. also tried to fix a weird speaker. I have no idea if that fix will work considering it's an intermittent issue of it cutting out. keep our fingers crossed.
I always perform a test drive every time even if it's not drive train related. never know when your going to cause a nasty rattle or something.
This time around I had a friend come alonga praying mantis.
#diy #landcruiser #lx450 #homestead #cars #carstr
https://m.primal.net/KyrR.jpg

2024-09-01 16:20:23 UTC

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2024-09-01 14:36:22 UTC

GM on this holiday weekend. this weekend we are finding our dinning room renovation with new baseboard and window casings. pictures on that later. the question is which type of fun to have on the way to the hardware store today. Hot Hatch speed, top down breeze, king of the world brute force.
#mazda #grownostr #carstr #diy #landcruiser #mx5 #mazdaspeed
https://m.primal.net/KYsl.jpg

2024-09-01 14:35:16 UTC

2024-08-29 11:03:50 UTC

GM. is today going to be great, I sure hope so.
However,I don't think my dog wants to start the day.
#dogstr #grownostr
https://m.primal.net/KTUt.jpg

2024-08-29 02:25:46 UTC

Old fashioned screen door with the classic spring
My wife loves the bang it makes but then complains when I take the dog out at night
so I put some furniture pads to quite it down a bit
will it be too quiet? only time will tell
https://m.primal.net/KSmw.jpg

2024-08-28 13:24:22 UTC

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explain the recent transition to self custody wallets and how this impacts user especially related to maintaining liquidity and costs to the user?
can the new albyhub app run in a headless way or at least from the toolbar on a Windows machine?
is albyhub supported on Start9?

2024-08-13 14:33:48 UTC

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I wound up getting a Dremel. I found a Dremel from an estate sale for $10. Works great. I didn't realize until I got it home that it's from 1987 the receipt was in the case and the chuck says West Germany on it. I used it to get some carbon off a cast iron waffle iron, no issues.

2024-08-07 18:40:26 UTC

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Bach but I bet most couldn't name one.

2024-08-04 20:19:41 UTC

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love this game. used to play at a friend's house. although we used blacksmith nails.

2024-08-02 19:01:38 UTC

I have a rotary tool from Harbor Freight that needs to be replaced. The plastic is cracking around the frame.
Do I go with another Dremel like tool or go with a more powerful air powered Die Grinder.
Most of my uses are grinding off rusted nuts/bolts from areas on my car that a regular grinder can't reach or might be dangerous to use. I have used my Dremel in the past to do engravings, detailed sanding and cutting plexi glass. Budget is around $100 plus or minus. I do like that the cord is more useful and easier then lugging an air hose around. Cordless would be great, but too expensive for a tool I don't use all that often.
I understand you can use Dremel attachments with the Die Grinder and get more use of it. The Dremel is around $99. THis kit from Vevor is only $70 with both an angled and straight grinder:
https://www.vevor.com/air-sanders-c_12245/vevor-air-die-grinder-kit-right-angle-grinder-w-die-grinder-combo-10pcs-single-cut-carbide-burr-set-lightweight-ball-bearing-construction-for-grinding-deburring-cutting-polishing-p_010170001947.
#DIY #woodworking #mechanic #cars
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2024-08-02 00:15:29 UTC

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I prefer rwd but there is a certain utility to fwd. I currently have 3 cars, 4wd, rwd, fwd

2024-08-01 12:23:52 UTC

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Wow! that picture is amazing. What a view to wake up to.

2024-08-01 12:00:25 UTC

GM, today is a coffee day for sure. I was up until 1:00 AM last night replacing my front end links on my Mazdaspeed3. It was a successful night with no broken bolts but man it was HOT and humid. Lots of grease, lots of sweat. I had an early morning meeting today at 7:00am. Hence why I am holding onto this coffee for my lifeline this morning.
At least the car is drivable again without the banging of a broken end link. It always feels good to accomplish something like that and know that I just saved a boat load of money that would have went toward the mechanic.
I'm not 100% confident I adjusted my new adjustable end links correctly. Some YouTube videos are in order to verify today. If anyone has adjusted end links on a lowered vehicle, some advice would be great!
#coffeechain #mazda #cars #diy #mechanic #mazdaspeed #
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2024-08-01 11:49:54 UTC

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It's a drug, it certainly hits everyone differently. Getting enough sleep the night before is more important but not always possible. I was up until 1:00AM last night replacing sway bar endlinks in my car and had an early 7:00AM meeting. So it's a coffee day today.

2024-08-01 00:17:25 UTC

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I do this a lot when I feel A cold coming on

2024-08-01 00:17:02 UTC

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why give it up? why not mix it up? I usually drink a cup of green tea one day. a cup of black tea, another a cup of coffee, another iced coffee another spice it up life's too short

2024-07-31 21:23:38 UTC

what is this Vine in my garden? I didn't plant it. it's definitely a weed but I'm not familiar with it anyone?
#garden
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2024-07-31 16:06:38 UTC

Daddy I don't want to go to work today
#dogstr.
https://m.primal.net/JkSn.jpg

2024-07-31 00:35:03 UTC

My wife said "Our dog is broken." https://m.primal.net/Jjip.jpg
#dogstr #grownostr

2024-07-30 16:58:46 UTC

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the answer is always Miata (MX5)

2024-07-30 16:56:27 UTC

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what did you wind up buying years ago. I have a 2012 Mazdaspeed3 that I bought new.

2024-07-30 16:17:43 UTC

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she is a beauty. What year?

2024-07-30 16:17:01 UTC

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I'm not an amateur radio person, but I am a Landcruiser person. What year do you have? I have a 1997 LX

2024-07-30 14:12:57 UTC

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Love it

2024-07-30 13:57:42 UTC

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Thanks I appreciate the kind words. It's just a stock LX450, doesn't even have the front or rear lockers, but we just just do some very light off-roading on the beach once a year. Other then that it's our family hauler. In the US the diesel was never offered so yes it's a 1FE-FZ. I would imagine you have some great off-road opportunities in that part of the world.

2024-07-30 13:49:53 UTC

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I follow this website: https://tamararubin.com/ Lead Safe Mama. She independently tests many food items and has a good article on waffle makers.

2024-07-30 13:39:06 UTC

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Oh my that black coating, so pretty. I agree on getting a lightening wallet. I use Alby. It's been a little while since I did it, but If you need help would be happy to assist.

2024-07-30 13:32:57 UTC

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"in the process" is the key here. 1st round of E-Bath and a follow-up with oven cleaner. Lots of Carbon still on the surface. Putting it back in the e-bath for another round. It should have surface rust on the whole pan when it dries.
I was going to get a ceramic coated waffle iron, but found that typically those irons use low quality cast aluminum underneath that has a high amount of lead in it. If the ceramic ever chips or cracks you should really throw it away just like nonstick coating.
As I get older I'm really trying to focus "buy it for life" products. I settled on cast iron. I bought a new pan on Amazon but it didn't really function well so I settled on an antique pan. I wanted a Griswold but didn't want to pay 200 or 300 dollars for a darn waffle iron. So I found this reading, PA pan for $65 at an antique store in Lancaster, PA. It's most likely from the 1880s.

2024-07-30 13:22:03 UTC

In the process of restoring my new waffle Iron. A cast iron paddle and stand from the late 1800s. This is how far I had to go to buy a non-Teflon, non-lead waffle maker that is actually decent. I can't wait to start making chaffles again. #castiron #cooking #food
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2024-07-30 13:16:18 UTC

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Our family just went through this. Culprit was some bad tomatoes that were left out. Put all your food away in the refrigerator, microwave, oven, etc. Put a bowl/lid on your drain, put a lid on your trash, even a piece of cardboard will do. Set out a jar with Apple cider vinegar, a piece of plastic wrap with a rubber band and small holes on the top. Be vigilant, it will take about a week to fully eradicate them.

2024-07-30 12:50:28 UTC

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Crazy Idea but maybe the Australian government should just buy less coffees.

2024-07-29 21:18:51 UTC

I decided to make my at home oil changes a little more official
My initials are BS.
https://image.nostr.build/2175fbadd5d1c96d32fba62d23ff85ce971909b75e4d23c85c83adb7c27871a5.jpg

2024-07-20 14:16:48 UTC

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I'm in Kennett square might be interesting

2024-07-20 14:09:49 UTC

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I have 1997 lx450. Good luck we the the build. My family loves the truck. It gets better with age. Especially when I keep replacing stuff. Just bought new window tracks, tie rod ends and some other random stuff from amayama the other day. Where are you located. It's cool to see a vx that is left hand drive. I'm in the US in PA

2024-07-20 14:05:44 UTC

Just had to share this picture. My dog zeki with a stuffy my daughter gave him. https://image.nostr.build/cc52ed6315a8daf38ef36110d683fa14454c945e970c7a90fe85bd0980a7bb70.jpg

2024-04-10 05:28:45 UTC

Cool stuff my wife finds with her business.
www.henandchicvintage.com.
https://image.nostr.build/dedb575f18d1446c9f51dbe15155f636f50e4a90bd4687b7ab619c56d78c5120.jpg

2024-04-08 19:43:19 UTC

A little closer to 90%. Peak there was some cloud cover this is a few minutes after peak. https://image.nostr.build/8f0f625532fff4f6e9562666403ebffbd895adeb49a5d96c4591ea28e60a754c.jpg

2024-04-08 19:40:20 UTC

Awesome eclipse. 90% from Kennett square Pennsylvania https://image.nostr.build/0b7b2c797382441d7c12b152157f2ff45f6518b5c856e47f45496699cce696ec.jpg

2024-04-06 23:57:40 UTC

So excited for my new shirt.
#landcruiser #cars #lexus #toyota https://image.nostr.build/33dc3396ed614727ecf1333296c597ead3ce22c5683ff33fd92e7624c50f4887.jpg

2024-03-27 11:14:27 UTC

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Don't forget about emissions. A 4cyl will pass an emissions test better then a 6 cylinder. The tests are run under ideal conditions with no boost. Then I'm the real world you guzzle gas because of the extra air I'm being pushed to maintain proper air fuel ratios to get you the power numbers and keep it from grenading.
These smaller engines are just as much about emissions as they are at fuel economy

2023-12-02 16:08:57 UTC

Come visit us today at the Kennett square village market in Kennett square, Pennsylvania from 11:00 to 5:00 today and tomorrow
https://image.nostr.build/0c91717e9eff5d54d6eb09bf11fbf358037ec7376727e99e1d1338cc5ec1c5e4.jpg

2023-11-17 04:01:41 UTC

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Our annual Christmas party is the second Saturday in December. I have succumbed to hanging stuff before Thanksgiving. We do have a rule that the lights don't get turned on.

2023-09-27 00:39:30 UTC

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the airports in that part of the world run at that time especially if you are headed west. my flights from India typically leave around 2:00am local time.

2023-09-14 04:26:26 UTC

#grownostr
So funny.
Finally caught today.
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2023-09-09 13:55:13 UTC

Selling today at the kennett square mushroom. #kennett #festival #mushroom
Kennett square, pa
We sell soaps, body butters, antiques everything to give yourself a treat. Plus new room sprays. If you live in PA, stop by
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2023-09-09 13:51:27 UTC

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#sourdough

2023-09-05 03:48:30 UTC

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#grownostr #news.
This is my back yard. I live in Kennett square about 3 miles from where he has last been scene. If anyone has any question I would be happy to answer. I'm just an informed private citizen. I dont have any official connection to the manhunt or the prison.
#nevent1q…mpua

2023-09-04 12:53:48 UTC

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I went down the safety razor boat one time. I couldn't do it. I didn't have the patience to meticulous make sure every angle I shave at was perfect. Always cut up my face.
My wife has found the leaf razor provides a great shave pays for itself with blade replacements and you can recycle the blades. It's a little pricey but can be on sale occasionally.

2023-09-04 03:17:26 UTC

#garden #grownostr
Beautiful butterfly in the garden today. The praying mantis was awesome too. I saw him grab that bug and eat it like a cheeseburger. Cute bee getting some nector. All this was captured in just a few minutes and was an amazing display of nature.
https://cdn.nostr.build/i/b41afd554d29ad7aab47f79df38160edb72895ee8a186061fda9117f807b3361.jpg
https://cdn.nostr.build/i/dcbde6163eb6086f8a12f9a6d18dc1b97045722ee5e47d11147b8c4046ec2f00.jpg
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2023-09-02 14:20:51 UTC

Just saw jimmy buffet just died. I was just thinking of going to his concert next year. I'm so bummed. Changed in latitudes changed attitude. Good luck on your next chapter Jimmy.
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2023-08-31 12:52:32 UTC

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Updated and it's working much better.

2023-08-31 01:27:14 UTC

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I think it was engrained from a young age from star trek.

2023-08-31 01:26:51 UTC

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Shall we start #teastr and #teachain?

2023-08-30 11:54:45 UTC

GM
#coffeechain #coffeestr
I went with earl grey tea instead of coffee today. Any tea lovers on here?
We have a secret tea drawer in our pantry. The coffee is too big to fit.
https://cdn.nostr.build/i/c64ec32cc5c299b0e9e6216f5f9e1235c99b870da1d6b5a1c4fcc8e4bb65a260.jpg

2023-08-28 13:38:36 UTC

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That coffee mug is so trippy. Looks handmade. Cool. Mine is just a nondescript stainless mug. Not as cool but keeps it hot for a long time. Essential for someone with kids dogs gardens. Everything to distract you from finishing that sweet bitter nector.

2023-08-28 01:44:33 UTC

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His first mandate not shot down in court how is it going to go the second time around?

2023-08-28 01:26:00 UTC

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Yeah it's kinda creepy that it connects to Google fit.

2023-08-27 14:44:40 UTC

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Jim are you on android or iOS? I'm on android and this worked for me. Make sure the Google health/fit app is counting your steps and then make sure the Google integration is working on smiles.
I think the app doesn't actually count your steps but just reads from an integration with Google.

2023-08-27 02:00:49 UTC

Millions of peaches, peaches for me
Millions of peaches, peaches for free
#grownostr #garden
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2023-08-26 13:22:56 UTC

Who here likes kefir? Love this stuff!
https://cdn.nostr.build/i/b13d68a909f79aaf43db5e30c185af56a3cb0ab9c503d1e24f72a5fdb88261cc.jpg

2023-08-26 04:34:49 UTC

Just changed the oil and greased the wiper motor in my #lx450 / #landcruiser I also changed the oil in my generator after last week's power outage, always makes me feel good getting things handled mechanically. Wipers move a lot faster after removing 30 year old grease! Nice!

2023-08-25 23:32:45 UTC

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I have all these ingredients right now. As soon as we finish off the jar in the fridge this is happening

2023-08-25 23:32:13 UTC

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I'm gonna try this. I buy avocado mayo from Costco but it is not cheap. We also don't use that much so making it shouldn't be to much of a burden.

2023-08-25 23:28:52 UTC

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I spoke too soon it crashes when you select something like trends or show picture.

2023-08-25 23:27:02 UTC

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I just cleared cache cleared data and forced stopped the app. Now its working without crashing. I tried yesterday and it did not work but perhaps I got the order wrong.

2023-08-25 12:13:04 UTC

#whatsthisbug
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2023-08-25 12:12:24 UTC

After 20 years I am trying contacts again. Needed to purchase new sunglasses. These look good.
https://cdn.nostr.build/i/cb99b193e9361642c1df1525b24583ec8d2bd6a96c763634690ba63bfcc62625.jpg

2023-08-25 12:11:02 UTC

GM
https://cdn.nostr.build/i/abe8f141ac78af910e229916154a4b22f2cd72c4a0f16adc03ea6566b0640c5e.jpg

2023-08-25 12:09:55 UTC

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There was a great show on YouTube called wabi Sabi about a couple diying their home repairs. I think their life got busy and moved on but the show is still worth a watch.

2023-08-25 11:57:00 UTC

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Good quote. The average person doesn't realize this.

2023-08-24 16:03:30 UTC

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*carbon steel

2023-08-24 14:59:14 UTC

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This may be just a me problem, but if it isn't and I can do anything to help test it, let me know.

2023-08-24 14:17:59 UTC

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I follow a podcast and he uses steel. All the benefits of iron without the risk of rust which results in the seasoning coming off.
I already have a whole set of iron and stainless so I don't want to buy another pan for the rest of my life. But it certainly sounds interesting. I also think it's lighter then cast iron. Which my big pan can get a bit heavy with a bunch of food and sauce in it. My wife has to use to hands on the handle sometimes

2023-08-24 13:13:19 UTC

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I just updated the Android app and it crashes as soon as I open it. I cleared cache, cleared data and forced stop the app. As soon as I put in my key the app crashes. I'm on a pixel 6. Primal app version 0.15.1

2023-08-24 13:08:42 UTC

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This is my favorite pan. I don't use is that often because it's really just mads for 1. Perfect for 2 eggs a few slices of bacon. There is a learning curve because you really have to put it half on the burner to start because naturally the bacon takes a little longer then the eggs.
https://cdn.nostr.build/i/ab0594d78cc54bda08b5c7586a76f028c19ccd89f0c156792d750edd58bafdec.jpg
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2023-08-24 13:02:34 UTC

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i think that is the creepiest meme every. That movie is something, impressive acting early in his career.

2023-08-24 13:02:29 UTC

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i think that is the creepiest meme every. That movie is something, impressive acting early in his career.

2023-08-24 13:02:24 UTC

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i think that is the creepiest meme every. That movie is something, impressive acting early in his career.

2023-08-24 12:02:29 UTC

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That is nice looking. Our wok is on the stainless side of things.

2023-08-24 03:45:51 UTC

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The smallest is a Wagner. It took a long time to collect them. Going to a huge antique sale in Massachusetts called brimfield helped a ton.

2023-08-24 03:35:10 UTC

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Forgot the picture of my rack. I think it's a nice rack
🍲 🍳
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2023-08-24 03:31:32 UTC

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I use a set of all-pad stainless steel and Griswold pans. I use the Griswold pans almost all the time except for eggs and when I need a pot.
I clean the cast iron pans normally except I put in the oven to fully dry them. I put the oven on for a few minutes and then just leave the pan. I use soap, a brush and for stuck on stuff I use chainmail. It's really easy, no salt, no oil, use soap. It's not special, just make sure it doesn't rust.
Picture of my kitchen pan rack. And some delicious mushroom, spinach, bacon and egg
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2023-08-24 03:20:10 UTC

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Is this made out of paper?

2023-08-24 03:19:45 UTC

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2023-08-24 03:18:03 UTC

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Hey cool gif
#nevent1q…ee0d

2023-08-23 13:35:03 UTC

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Plus you got 85k SATS for the post so i guess that joke is on us.

2023-08-23 13:34:42 UTC

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Beer at concert venues or sporting events is just a joke at this point. $21 for a beer. They try to do big pours/glasses but it's still a rip. Cool that you use use BTC thought.

2023-08-23 12:38:34 UTC

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She also loves frozen peas (you can see in the background). She calls them "snow peas" because of the frosting they get on them. I'm not 100% she knows that if she asks someone for snow peas she will not get what she expects. It's one of those cute kids things that you can't correct.

2023-08-23 12:37:03 UTC

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We have really got in a kick lately. I follow @npub1587…kv0n's recipe. Since the waffle iron heats up so quickly, I have been able to cook 5 chaffles in like 10 minutes. https://www.thesurvivalpodcast.com/iotd-2-23-23
My daughter loves them. I'm going to start to make a big batch and freeze them for breakfast for her. She does use syrup but with a quarter the serving size of syrup it's only 5 carbs.

2023-08-23 11:44:52 UTC

Chicken and chaffle with garlic butter and a dab of raspberry syrup. Awesome
#foodstr #grownostr #food
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2023-08-22 16:52:23 UTC

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Thanks for the comment. It's my daily desk. It's a really old door that we put class over. It was really difficult to get a big enough table for 2 people up in a wierd room in a cape cod.

2023-08-22 16:49:41 UTC

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This is unbelievable. I checked Philadelphia our closet big city and it's high but not as high as this. I see a lot of articles claiming Chicago is 20% or more less then last year which is great, but my god it's a lot of people. 1,600 people wounded?

2023-08-22 16:49:40 UTC

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2023-08-22 13:17:28 UTC

GM beautiful weather today. No AC. Feels like fall is coming.
Heat the water, pour the water, drink the coffee
#coffeechain #coffestr
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2023-08-21 03:25:27 UTC

Another beautiful day
Amazing butterfly on my Mexican sunflowers
#garden #flowers #kennettsquare #grownostr #nature #flower #butterflys
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2023-08-19 18:44:49 UTC

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I would be happy to sell you soap or other products from our store for SATS. Henandchicvintage.com. Just pick out what you want and let me know. It's my wife's store. Everything is awesome. Real soap is so much better then the crap you get in the store. I don't have to use harsh lava soap when I work on the car. My wife's soap works just as good. It's amazing.