ApisMellifera
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| Registered on: | 4/3/2023 |
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Anything to do different frying frog legs vs fish?
Posted by ApisMellifera on 6/24/26 at 6:48 am
I've never done it before and am giving it a shot this weekend.
Do you do anything different or is it pretty much the same as fish?
TIA
Do you do anything different or is it pretty much the same as fish?
TIA
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re: 50 largest local businesses in the Lake Charles Area. Any notable omissions?
Posted by ApisMellifera on 6/22/26 at 8:20 pm to CarpeCyanide
:lol:
I know of multiple businesses that would be in that would be towards the top of that list. Like someone else said, no contractors is a dead giveaway.
I know of multiple businesses that would be in that would be towards the top of that list. Like someone else said, no contractors is a dead giveaway.
re: LSU Baseball 2026 (and beyond) Recruiting Thread
Posted by ApisMellifera on 6/19/26 at 5:15 am to Pistol 23
The roster limit of 34 is still there, but there are exceptions. The concern at the time was that a lot of players would have lost their roster spot with the change. To fix this/help with the transition, if a player was on a team at the time rosters were cut down to 34, they could be labeled as a "Designated Student Athlete" (DSA). DSAs (for the rest of their eligibility) don't count toward the hard roster limit so they are essentially grandfathered in. This DSA tag follows them even if they transfer.
re: Jump absolutely dealing right now
Posted by ApisMellifera on 6/19/26 at 5:02 am to Indefatigable
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Jesus Christ how big of a loser do you have to be for this to be your post in this thread?
ETA: I hope one day, thirty years from now, that you earn $3.17 on a Gage Jump card that you waited for hours at Target for.
I hope one day, thirty years from now, you can look back and realize how much of a douche you are to react like this.
re: pepper jelly recipe?
Posted by ApisMellifera on 6/16/26 at 3:00 pm to cgrand
Just make sure you don't let it boil over :lol:
I've had it happen a handful of times and ended up having to take a crowbar to my oven to get it unstuck after it cooled off so I could clean between it and the cabinet.
If you have some pepper left, you should do cowboy candy.
I've had it happen a handful of times and ended up having to take a crowbar to my oven to get it unstuck after it cooled off so I could clean between it and the cabinet.
If you have some pepper left, you should do cowboy candy.
re: Remnants of Arthur - Historic Avoyelles Parish Flash Flood Emergency
Posted by ApisMellifera on 6/16/26 at 10:32 am to real turf fan
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Tropical Storm Arthur
It's not even a disturbance yet :lol:
re: Big 12 might boycott Texas Tech
Posted by ApisMellifera on 6/9/26 at 3:59 am to ColoradoAg
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The entire B1G and SEC will end up boycotting Tech.
IMO, if the Big 12 doesn't act when they have the power to, it should go as far as B1G & SEC boycotting the Big 12. That would put real, meaningful pressure on multiple entities. I don't think they will since it seems like Tech's money is calling the shots around there with the power vacuum left by Texas and OU's exit.
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This is actually easy to solve. NCAA says that Tech is ineligible for the CFP if they play this kid. That solves the problem really quickly
The NCAA has no say in the CFP. It's a separate entity.
I think we could possibly see a scenario where the CFP never makes a statement but just leaves out Tech from their rankings.
re: Brokerage account for child
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/29/26 at 8:21 am to RedBeardBaw
It kind of depends on what you want.
You could always set up a custodial account and hand it over when he turns 18.
You may also want to look into the new Trump accounts that will be available in about a month. He won't be eligible for the one-time $1k contribution from the government, but it would still essentially act as a retirement account that turns into a traditional IRA @ 18. You would need to look up the limitations on withdrawals to see if that is something you would want to do.
You could always set up a custodial account and hand it over when he turns 18.
You may also want to look into the new Trump accounts that will be available in about a month. He won't be eligible for the one-time $1k contribution from the government, but it would still essentially act as a retirement account that turns into a traditional IRA @ 18. You would need to look up the limitations on withdrawals to see if that is something you would want to do.
re: Odd grassy weed
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/28/26 at 4:22 am to bonstonker
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Applied 2nd app pgr and haven't mowed in 12 days with all the rain.
I freaking wish I could do that :lol:
But my sons are getting to the age where they can start helping out with the mowing so I can at least get that going. I've had them help once and had to go back over it but that's to be expected.
We will see how much the celsius can knock it back. I did it at a pretty high rate. Maybe the double tap of celsius and glyphosate will be enough to let me fill it in before growing back too much.
re: Odd grassy weed
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/27/26 at 8:29 pm to bonstonker
What’s your HOC?
I finally got around to getting in an application of Celsius this afternoon. The whole yard needed it in general.
I’m hoping it knocks it back temporarily like usual, then want to start going over the problem areas with the reel mower while pushing the Bermuda with nitrogen. Hopefully that will start crowding it out.
If not, I’ll hit it with a couple of rounds of glyphosate then use the proplugger and take plugs from non-infested parts of the yard.
I finally got around to getting in an application of Celsius this afternoon. The whole yard needed it in general.
I’m hoping it knocks it back temporarily like usual, then want to start going over the problem areas with the reel mower while pushing the Bermuda with nitrogen. Hopefully that will start crowding it out.
If not, I’ll hit it with a couple of rounds of glyphosate then use the proplugger and take plugs from non-infested parts of the yard.
re: Odd grassy weed
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/27/26 at 1:08 pm to CrawDude
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Seems like every couple years there is a post on this board with a similar looking lawn weed that looks to be southern water grass. It’s a true aquatic weed but occasionally can be in lawns, particularly in low spots/area that tend to remain wet-hold water.
Look at this short video and see if the weed might have some of the characteristics mentioned in this video
Good call.
I heard back from the guy at LSUAg center. He and another guy he works with came to the same conclusion.
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I used glyphosate at a really high rate and it torched it.....but it came back the following year
This is a bummer.
re: Lane says Bama forced Saban out in latest article
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/27/26 at 11:17 am to 2B_or_not_2B
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His buyout had mitigation in it, which his DC salary offset. They’re literally paying him more than DC money over multiple years to do DC work. The struggle is very, very real.
I would think a stronger argument is that they are paying him nothing for his DC services.
The buyout was amount was due to him no matter what. If he didn't take any job at all, they would still be paying him the same amount. Now, he is coaching for him which that salary is offsetting part of the buyout. Either way, they are paying him the same.
re: OUST - LiDAR for Physical AI and Smart Infrastructure
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/26/26 at 9:14 am to iPad
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My $35 strike 6/18s have to be between 3-4x territory after this PM session. Hope we continue topping. $42/share was my target sell price for these options
I should have bought more :casty:
re: Is a reel mower worth it?
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/20/26 at 9:58 am to AlxTgr
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There may be some internal bias as well from missing fairways and having to hit out of Bermuda rough.
:lol:
I preferred St. Aug too at first because that's all I had growing up. When I moved into my current house, it was a new build that I had to add a lot of dirt so that the backyard didn't stay wet. I seeded with a hybrid bermuda after doing a lot of research stemming from fighting the slow recovery of centipede in an almost pure sand yard in coastal Florida. 8 years later I wouldn't dream of going back.
Cutting can be a pain, especially during busy times (tax season) or weeks of a lot of rain, but for me personally it's worth it. I know it isn't for everyone though.
re: Is a reel mower worth it?
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/20/26 at 7:37 am to AlxTgr
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It blows my mind that people voluntarily have Bermuda lawns.
Why's that?
I've had St. Aug, Centipede, and Bermuda at different points. By far my favorite is bermuda. It requires more cutting and fertilizing, but it's tough as nails, recovers from damage quickly (thanks to 4 kids and a dog who could burn a hole through concrete with his pee), and provides an amazing turf for my kids to run barefoot on.
IMO, the biggest reasons to not have bermuda is if you have a lot of shade or just don't have the time/want to cut frequently. Both of which are very valid.
My experience with St. Aug was that there were disease issues and the large blades always stuck to feet and didn't feel as good to walk on. Centipede just couldn't keep up being constantly damaged from dogs alone.
re: Pizza Dough
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/18/26 at 7:47 am to SATNIGHTS
This poolish recipe has never failed me.
The Perect Pizza Dough by Vito Iacopelli
The Perect Pizza Dough by Vito Iacopelli
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Servings: 8 Pizza's
Ingredients
POOLISH:
300ml Lukewarm Water
5g Dry Yeast
5g Honey
300g 00 Flour
DOUGH:
700ml Lukewarm Water
40g Salt
1,250g 00 Flour
Steps
POOLISH:
-Mix together all ingredients
-Cover and set at room temperature for 1-hour
-After rest place overnight in fridge
DOUGH:
-NOTE: Remove Poolish from frig 30-45 min to bring to room temperature. In a large bowl, add the Poolish, flour and all of the salt. IMPORANT: Add water a little at a time. DO NOT add all at once. Flour needs to absorb water little by little before adding more.
-Using a Kitchenaid stand mixer with dough hook, mix for 8-10 minutes; or hand knead for 10+ mins---dough will be sticky but together.
-Remove bowl and keeping top on top always, using bench scraper work dough with hands kinda like a big ball, with fingers underneath lifting dough off board, repeat.
-Coat a little olive oil in mixing bowl then gently place dough in bowl; allow to rest/rise for 1-hour with cover.
-Remove dough onto work board; coat your hands with olive oil and pat on top of the dough. Use a clean towel to cover dough after cutting each piece.
-Weigh dough on scale; 250 - 310 gr per ball. Keeping top always on top, fold dough under itself, turn and repeat. Shape dough on counter, small circles, pulling dough ball toward you several times to seal bottom side. Keep your hands oiled so dough remains soft and pliable. This method makes nice round balls.
-Coat a sheet pan with flour and place dough balls about 2-3 fingers apart; little oil on top dough balls and cover with plastic wrap.
-Rest at room temp for 2-hours. Store in frig up to 5-days.
Notes
I ALWAYS use my Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer vs. hand-kneading. My dough comes out perfect every time.
re: Is a reel mower worth it?
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/18/26 at 7:38 am to PapaPogey
It depends on a lot of different things.
How big of a yard do you have?
Do you have the ability to cut 2-3 times a week?
How flat is the yard?
Do you have debris you'll have to pick up frequently (pine cones, limbs, etc.)?
A reel mower isn't really something you can pick up and choose to mow with when you feel like it. The grass needs to be pretty close to the cut height already for it not to get bound up.
I purchased a reel mower but I just don't have the time to do it. I honestly could squeeze it in after work throughout the week but I think it would become a chore instead of something I enjoy. As it stands, I haven't been able to dedicate the time needed so far this year just to combat the weeds. I'm hoping to change that here very soon.
In a perfect world, I would have everything else under control and just pick it up in the evenings to use as a small workout instead of sitting my butt on the couch.
What you may be able to do is just get a self-propel as a happy medium. Much quicker and I find it mows much better than my ztr.
How big of a yard do you have?
Do you have the ability to cut 2-3 times a week?
How flat is the yard?
Do you have debris you'll have to pick up frequently (pine cones, limbs, etc.)?
A reel mower isn't really something you can pick up and choose to mow with when you feel like it. The grass needs to be pretty close to the cut height already for it not to get bound up.
I purchased a reel mower but I just don't have the time to do it. I honestly could squeeze it in after work throughout the week but I think it would become a chore instead of something I enjoy. As it stands, I haven't been able to dedicate the time needed so far this year just to combat the weeds. I'm hoping to change that here very soon.
In a perfect world, I would have everything else under control and just pick it up in the evenings to use as a small workout instead of sitting my butt on the couch.
What you may be able to do is just get a self-propel as a happy medium. Much quicker and I find it mows much better than my ztr.
re: Moving soon and need recs on some items: UPDATED
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/14/26 at 4:29 pm to King of New Orleans
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I didn’t realize they were that frowned upon.
In general, yes but there's always an exception to every rule.
I got this Whirlpool back in 2018 and haven't had a single issue with it (knock on wood). I mainly got it because it has dual icemakers so if the one in the door went out, I had a backup. I also was looking for one that the icemaker didn't take up a quarter of the room in the fridge area. Between both icemakers, I don't run out of ice even if we have people over.
re: AI in the Workplace - Open Discussion
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/14/26 at 12:47 pm to Lazy But Talented
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What is your role and what industry are you in?
CPA and team manager at a public accounting firm.
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Did your company already have any type of automation in place before the AI push, and if so...what were you using?
No, there weren't many standardized processes before I came along. Everything was custom to each client. For a little over a year, I have been working with one of the partners to get SOPs established with the hope of automating some of the routine tasks.
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Who is spearheading the AI transformation at your company? Is it leadership, IT, or someone else?
The above-mentioned partner and myself.
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Are you feeling pressure to move faster than is realistic or is your team handling the pace well?
The only pressure I feel is self-inflicted. I'm starting to see how much it can help and want to get there as fast as possible because I hate wasting time.
For example, right now I'm in Claude building out a skill that we can use to sort through transactions to separate business vs personal expenses. From there it will categorize the business expenses that we can then use on the tax return and also highlight transactions that need to be discussed with the client. It will do all of this using 3 SOPs we have already built for this process.
Doing this manually takes a ton of time, especially when trying to clean up the vendor list. When I get this skill working how I want, it will turn what used to be a task that took at least an hour (sometimes 3-4 depending on the number of transactions) into a 5-minute process.
Now, what also needs to be ironed out is security and making sure any client info is scrubbed from the document before uploading.
re: Odd grassy weed
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/11/26 at 11:48 am to CrawDude
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Can’t provide an ID though I’m quite sure it’s not Torpedograss. The LSU AgCenter has a new horticultural & turf weed extension specialist Colton Blankenship LINK - you might want to send him these photos and details you provided on TD and see what he thinks. If he can’t ID usually they’ll send the photo to others colleagues to see what they think it might be. Easier to ID a grassy “weed” when it has a seedhead.
I ended up sending him an email but the pictures didn't go through the first time. I may just end up pointing him to this thread. :lol:
re: Odd grassy weed
Posted by ApisMellifera on 5/8/26 at 6:55 pm to DickTater
I think I have the same thing. Lime green patches throughout the yard. Real soft blades. Celsius knocks it back for a little bit but comes right back. Never produces a seed head.
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