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12-18-2014, 10:40 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2013 27' FB International
2016 28' Land Yacht
Baton Rouge
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Posts: 235
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Oh yes! We used to have limbo contests but a contest of men contorting through the escape window far more interesting.
My imagination is running wild.
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12-19-2014, 03:44 AM
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Rivet Master
2015 30' International
2009 27' FB International
2007 25' Safari
Currently Looking...
Greensboro
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Join Date: Aug 2008
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To make the contest for men getting out the window more interesting, a BMI greater than 30 could be required for entry.....or more accurately "exit".......LOL
Ms Tommie Lauer
Greensboro, NC
2015 Serenity 30 RB / 2008 Dodge Cummins 4 X 4
WBCCI #4165 AIR #31871
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AIR #31871 KQ3H
www.fantinesvoice.com
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12-19-2014, 10:23 AM
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Rivet Master
2014 31' Classic
2015 23' International
2013 25' FB International
Apache Junction
, Arizona
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 6,214
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The airlines fail to mention that at 39,000 feet, even the "largest" person imaginable in an economy seat could be extruded out the window if the glass fails beside the person, closely followed the the two seat mates in the row......
That was the major concern of Boeing airliner 707 pilot (Charlie Dowd) who has type rating certificate #1 for jet airliners. Then the following panic would see folks trying to get away from the opening.
Thus while the escape hatch, while larger, could provide some egress challenges, it would be doable with minimum harm. Perhaps a short stepladder under the window might help mitigate a six foot drop to the ground..
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12-19-2014, 11:15 AM
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Rivet Master
2010 27' FB Flying Cloud
Fraser Valley
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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Quote:
Originally Posted by switz
The airlines fail to mention that at 39,000 feet, even the "largest" person imaginable in an economy seat could be extruded out the window if the glass fails beside the person, closely followed the the two seat mates in the row......
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"When I was a mechanic in the Air Force, I was being transferred on a MATS plane, At 20,000 feet, one of the windows shattered. The guy sitting next to it was about 170 pounds. He went through that little space like a hunk of hamburger going down a disposal, and right after him coats, pillows, blankets, cups, saucers....."
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Thus while the escape hatch, while larger, could provide some egress challenges, it would be doable with minimum harm. Perhaps a short stepladder under the window might help mitigate a six foot drop to the ground..
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Maybe Airstream could install one of these? Wheeeeeeeee!.....
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12-19-2014, 01:39 PM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
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Join Date: Sep 2007
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How about a reality show where a real person escapes into another dimension through a window, but always lands in some part of North Korea? To add appeal they have a dog and his name is Lincoln.
Gene
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The Airstream is sold; a 2016 Nash 24M replaced it.
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12-19-2014, 06:19 PM
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Rivet Master
2012 30' International
1997 25' Safari
1967 20' Globetrotter
Burlington
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 1,499
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Lily&Me
Awww....Edisto is such a special place.
Are you the ones spending Xmas there? If not, you may see another trailer pull in.
Maggie
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12-19-2014, 06:22 PM
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Rivet Master
2012 30' International
1997 25' Safari
1967 20' Globetrotter
Burlington
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Join Date: Jul 2009
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No.. We are heading to Fort Lauderdale for Christmas. The Dragon is still in site 9 at Idisto. Tonight we are in Hunting Island. It's is almost full. Very beautiful campground. Jim
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12-19-2014, 08:11 PM
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Rivet Master
2010 27' FB Flying Cloud
Fraser Valley
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gene
How about a reality show where a real person escapes into another dimension through a window, but always lands in some part of North Korea? To add appeal they have a dog and his name is Lincoln.
Gene
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It has potential - with one small change. The dog's name is Sony.
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12-19-2014, 08:44 PM
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Rivet Master
2010 27' FB Flying Cloud
Fraser Valley
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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The Blown-Out Window Odyssey....cont'd
Yesterday I hitched-up the FaN and yo-ho, yo-ho, it's off to the dealership we go for the insurance estimate. Boy, it felt good to be towing the trailer again; for one brief moment, a fantasy took hold. We were off to our favourite spot in the Cascades. Darn the new business - I've got to get away once in awhile next year. So, instead of purchasing a mobile one-day licence, went for a full year (as an incentive). I sure miss seeing the FaN bobbing along behind - one of my happiest moments/memories.
However, this is the worse time for anything to happen; the dealership is not accepting any repair appointments until January 5th. The replacement window still has to get here from Jackson Centre too. This December has been so mild - but wet. Despite covering the window as best I could with plastic, droplets are still running down the wall, but I'm trying to catch them before that dreaded migration into the wood floor......
I am still sleeping in the FaN. Yes, it's a bit drafty, but I am a tough Canuck, and I just sleep better there, period. A friend thinks I am crazy, but I don't care. Beds in houses and hotels seem so strange now. I just get a good feeling everytime I step into the FaN, and head to my bedroom. So I don't care what people think. The other day someone even tried to "psychoanalyze" the situation. Have you noticed how many "psychologists" are walking around? Just because they took Psychology 101, they think they are entitled to such analysis. His "analysis" was this: "You find security there because you spent the first two months of your life in a preemie incubator."
I laughed....then headed to the "incubator."
Good-night, nurse!
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12-20-2014, 09:46 AM
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Rivet Master
2015 30' International
2009 27' FB International
2007 25' Safari
Currently Looking...
Greensboro
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Join Date: Aug 2008
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LOL
Yes, the "psychologists".....
However, having practiced psychiatry for 25 years, now retired, I can say this about your situation.......
Enjoy the moment.... let the amateur shrinks pine away.... it apparently does them some good.
Now as to why you are sleeping in the trailer.... I have no clue, but strongly suspect I would do the same thing.
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Ms Tommie Fantine Lauer, Greensboro, NC
AIR #31871 KQ3H
www.fantinesvoice.com
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12-20-2014, 04:14 PM
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Master of Universe
2008 25' Safari FB SE
Grand Junction
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Join Date: Sep 2007
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The real reason you sleep in there is one well know to Freudian therapists, penis envy. I'm sure Seth Rogen can write a script based solely on that and large quantities of weed. You might look him up while in LA, although he seems to be hiding lately for some reason.
Regardless of the dog's name, he'd probably be eaten for dinner in North Korea.
Gene
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The Airstream is sold; a 2016 Nash 24M replaced it.
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12-20-2014, 07:43 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2013 27' FB International
2016 28' Land Yacht
Baton Rouge
, Louisiana
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 235
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Hey FaN you need to come down to the other LA that is Louisiana it's warmer here and we have the best food and music scene ever!
Plus I am going to retire on Feb 1 so will have lots of time to play!
annie
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12-21-2014, 11:40 AM
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Rivet Master
2010 27' FB Flying Cloud
Fraser Valley
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Msmoto
LOL
Yes, the "psychologists".....
However, having practiced psychiatry for 25 years, now retired, I can say this about your situation.......
Enjoy the moment.... let the amateur shrinks pine away.... it apparently does them some good.
Now as to why you are sleeping in the trailer.... I have no clue, but strongly suspect I would do the same thing.
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No wonder you are attracted to The Breakfast Show!.....
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12-21-2014, 11:41 AM
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Rivet Master
2010 27' FB Flying Cloud
Fraser Valley
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gene
The real reason you sleep in there is one well know to Freudian therapists, penis envy.
Gene
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No.
My trailer is longer than yours.
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12-21-2014, 11:44 AM
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Rivet Master
2010 27' FB Flying Cloud
Fraser Valley
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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Quote:
Originally Posted by TCA and GPO
Hey FaN you need to come down to the other LA that is Louisiana it's warmer here and we have the best food and music scene ever!
Plus I am going to retire on Feb 1 so will have lots of time to play!
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ooooooooo......sounds so good, thank-you.
Congratulations on your soon-to-be retirement. I bet you are counting down the hours!
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12-21-2014, 12:35 PM
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Rivet Master
2015 30' International
2009 27' FB International
2007 25' Safari
Currently Looking...
Greensboro
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Join Date: Aug 2008
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Fruit Loops....ahh...yes, I fit in well......
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AIR #31871 KQ3H
www.fantinesvoice.com
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12-21-2014, 10:38 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1997 25' Safari
Yakima
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Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 424
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weed, penis envy, fruitloops and analysis all within a few posts; what more could we ask for?
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1997 25' Safari
2012 Chevy Silverado HD 2500
Duramax/Allison
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12-21-2014, 11:17 PM
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#1078
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Rivet Master
2005 25' Safari
Salem
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Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 8,367
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dirigible25
weed, penis envy, fruitloops and analysis all within a few posts; what more could we ask for?
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Fly at Night
No.
My trailer is longer than yours.
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Hi, You missed this one.
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"Le Petit Chateau Argent" Small Silver Castle
2000 Navigator / 2014 F-150 Eco-Boost / Equal-i-zer / P-3
YAMAHA 2400 / AIR #12144
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12-22-2014, 02:17 AM
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#1079
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Rivet Master
2015 30' International
2009 27' FB International
2007 25' Safari
Currently Looking...
Greensboro
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Join Date: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,564
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Four stuffed animals who think they are human.....Carbear, Ferdie, Dawg, and Muffie
Ms Tommie Lauer
Greensboro, NC
2015 Serenity 30 RB / 2008 Dodge Cummins 4 X 4
WBCCI #4165 AIR #31871
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Ms Tommie Fantine Lauer, Greensboro, NC
AIR #31871 KQ3H
www.fantinesvoice.com
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12-22-2014, 10:08 PM
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#1080
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3 Rivet Member
2013 27' FB International
2016 28' Land Yacht
Baton Rouge
, Louisiana
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 235
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Seven degrees of separation got nothing on this thread!
Kinda thinking that me and FaN and Msmoto gotta connect one day. You guys keep drooling cuz we chicks rule. And you want to be under our thumbs.
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