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XBoxBoy
ParticipantI was trying to refrain from posting to this thread but sorry, I just can’t hold my tongue.
For a second, substitute tattoo for ocean theme painting. Would you honestly go get a bunch of tattoos quickly done without spending time to learn about the different designs and to be sure that the tattoo was something you’d want ten years from now? (Well, come to think about it, maybe that’s not the best analogy given the horrible tattoos I see on people every day. But hopefully you get my drift)
There’s lots of crummy art out there, and only a small amount of really good art. Often the best artists are not great self promoters and often the best self promoters are crummy artists. So beware. Until you learn enough about the art and the styles, you are very likely to pick paintings that catch your eye with flashy colors but aren’t going to appeal to you over time.
If you want something that you will fall in love with and enjoy for years, then you absolutely owe it to yourself to educate yourself some. (Would you buy a house without educating yourself? Would you just trust recommendations from an online forum and a realtor? Okay, don’t answer that question) I would highly suggest doing research on Plein Aire painting. California has been a great spot for a century now. There are lots of artists, each with their own style. Many of them active in southern california. Start with plein aire organizations such as the Laguna Plein Air painters Assn. They often hold member shows where you can see a variety of paintings in person. (Which is a lot different than seeing an online photo)
If you really can’t be bothered with learning about the art, then I’d suggest looking through the bins at places like Walmart or Michaels or Bed Bath and Beyond. They have popular prints that could liven up your walls. (And would probably be a lot cheaper than buying an original painting)
XBoxBoy
ParticipantI was trying to refrain from posting to this thread but sorry, I just can’t hold my tongue.
For a second, substitute tattoo for ocean theme painting. Would you honestly go get a bunch of tattoos quickly done without spending time to learn about the different designs and to be sure that the tattoo was something you’d want ten years from now? (Well, come to think about it, maybe that’s not the best analogy given the horrible tattoos I see on people every day. But hopefully you get my drift)
There’s lots of crummy art out there, and only a small amount of really good art. Often the best artists are not great self promoters and often the best self promoters are crummy artists. So beware. Until you learn enough about the art and the styles, you are very likely to pick paintings that catch your eye with flashy colors but aren’t going to appeal to you over time.
If you want something that you will fall in love with and enjoy for years, then you absolutely owe it to yourself to educate yourself some. (Would you buy a house without educating yourself? Would you just trust recommendations from an online forum and a realtor? Okay, don’t answer that question) I would highly suggest doing research on Plein Aire painting. California has been a great spot for a century now. There are lots of artists, each with their own style. Many of them active in southern california. Start with plein aire organizations such as the Laguna Plein Air painters Assn. They often hold member shows where you can see a variety of paintings in person. (Which is a lot different than seeing an online photo)
If you really can’t be bothered with learning about the art, then I’d suggest looking through the bins at places like Walmart or Michaels or Bed Bath and Beyond. They have popular prints that could liven up your walls. (And would probably be a lot cheaper than buying an original painting)
XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=briansd1]
xBoxBoy, a dog is much more costly to maintain than monthly alarm service.[/quote]Not really. A 50 lb bag of dry chow is pretty cheap. And honestly what’s with these formulated dog foods? A big dog is never a fussie eater. Puppy chow the first year, and regular chow from then on.
[quote] A dog will cause a lot of damage to your furniture and wear and tear on your house. [/quote]
This is only true of some dogs. My hound never damaged any furniture or cased much wear on the house. I’ve seen little dogs cause much worse damage, even though that seems counter intuitive. (And big hounds are usually pretty happy being in the back yard.)[quote] I’m pretty good with dogs and I would not be afraid of an Irish Wolfhound. [/quote]
While you would be right to not be afraid, I pretty much guarantee that if he stood up straight and barked at you, you would stop doing whatever was making him upset.[quote] I think that a black German Shepherd looks fierce. I kinda want a black Shepherd.
http://www.4germanshep.com/solid_blacks.htm%5B/quote%5DShepherds can be nice dogs. (Buddy of mine had white one which was not only a good friend but a good guard dog. Don’t think it was pureblood though.) Be sure you check out the parents and make sure they are not mean as some shephards can be too protective.
But in all seriousness, a good dog is much better protection than an alarm system and doesn’t have the same issues as having loaded guns around the house.
Just my two cents on this though.
XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=briansd1]
xBoxBoy, a dog is much more costly to maintain than monthly alarm service.[/quote]Not really. A 50 lb bag of dry chow is pretty cheap. And honestly what’s with these formulated dog foods? A big dog is never a fussie eater. Puppy chow the first year, and regular chow from then on.
[quote] A dog will cause a lot of damage to your furniture and wear and tear on your house. [/quote]
This is only true of some dogs. My hound never damaged any furniture or cased much wear on the house. I’ve seen little dogs cause much worse damage, even though that seems counter intuitive. (And big hounds are usually pretty happy being in the back yard.)[quote] I’m pretty good with dogs and I would not be afraid of an Irish Wolfhound. [/quote]
While you would be right to not be afraid, I pretty much guarantee that if he stood up straight and barked at you, you would stop doing whatever was making him upset.[quote] I think that a black German Shepherd looks fierce. I kinda want a black Shepherd.
http://www.4germanshep.com/solid_blacks.htm%5B/quote%5DShepherds can be nice dogs. (Buddy of mine had white one which was not only a good friend but a good guard dog. Don’t think it was pureblood though.) Be sure you check out the parents and make sure they are not mean as some shephards can be too protective.
But in all seriousness, a good dog is much better protection than an alarm system and doesn’t have the same issues as having loaded guns around the house.
Just my two cents on this though.
XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=briansd1]
xBoxBoy, a dog is much more costly to maintain than monthly alarm service.[/quote]Not really. A 50 lb bag of dry chow is pretty cheap. And honestly what’s with these formulated dog foods? A big dog is never a fussie eater. Puppy chow the first year, and regular chow from then on.
[quote] A dog will cause a lot of damage to your furniture and wear and tear on your house. [/quote]
This is only true of some dogs. My hound never damaged any furniture or cased much wear on the house. I’ve seen little dogs cause much worse damage, even though that seems counter intuitive. (And big hounds are usually pretty happy being in the back yard.)[quote] I’m pretty good with dogs and I would not be afraid of an Irish Wolfhound. [/quote]
While you would be right to not be afraid, I pretty much guarantee that if he stood up straight and barked at you, you would stop doing whatever was making him upset.[quote] I think that a black German Shepherd looks fierce. I kinda want a black Shepherd.
http://www.4germanshep.com/solid_blacks.htm%5B/quote%5DShepherds can be nice dogs. (Buddy of mine had white one which was not only a good friend but a good guard dog. Don’t think it was pureblood though.) Be sure you check out the parents and make sure they are not mean as some shephards can be too protective.
But in all seriousness, a good dog is much better protection than an alarm system and doesn’t have the same issues as having loaded guns around the house.
Just my two cents on this though.
XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=briansd1]
xBoxBoy, a dog is much more costly to maintain than monthly alarm service.[/quote]Not really. A 50 lb bag of dry chow is pretty cheap. And honestly what’s with these formulated dog foods? A big dog is never a fussie eater. Puppy chow the first year, and regular chow from then on.
[quote] A dog will cause a lot of damage to your furniture and wear and tear on your house. [/quote]
This is only true of some dogs. My hound never damaged any furniture or cased much wear on the house. I’ve seen little dogs cause much worse damage, even though that seems counter intuitive. (And big hounds are usually pretty happy being in the back yard.)[quote] I’m pretty good with dogs and I would not be afraid of an Irish Wolfhound. [/quote]
While you would be right to not be afraid, I pretty much guarantee that if he stood up straight and barked at you, you would stop doing whatever was making him upset.[quote] I think that a black German Shepherd looks fierce. I kinda want a black Shepherd.
http://www.4germanshep.com/solid_blacks.htm%5B/quote%5DShepherds can be nice dogs. (Buddy of mine had white one which was not only a good friend but a good guard dog. Don’t think it was pureblood though.) Be sure you check out the parents and make sure they are not mean as some shephards can be too protective.
But in all seriousness, a good dog is much better protection than an alarm system and doesn’t have the same issues as having loaded guns around the house.
Just my two cents on this though.
XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=briansd1]
xBoxBoy, a dog is much more costly to maintain than monthly alarm service.[/quote]Not really. A 50 lb bag of dry chow is pretty cheap. And honestly what’s with these formulated dog foods? A big dog is never a fussie eater. Puppy chow the first year, and regular chow from then on.
[quote] A dog will cause a lot of damage to your furniture and wear and tear on your house. [/quote]
This is only true of some dogs. My hound never damaged any furniture or cased much wear on the house. I’ve seen little dogs cause much worse damage, even though that seems counter intuitive. (And big hounds are usually pretty happy being in the back yard.)[quote] I’m pretty good with dogs and I would not be afraid of an Irish Wolfhound. [/quote]
While you would be right to not be afraid, I pretty much guarantee that if he stood up straight and barked at you, you would stop doing whatever was making him upset.[quote] I think that a black German Shepherd looks fierce. I kinda want a black Shepherd.
http://www.4germanshep.com/solid_blacks.htm%5B/quote%5DShepherds can be nice dogs. (Buddy of mine had white one which was not only a good friend but a good guard dog. Don’t think it was pureblood though.) Be sure you check out the parents and make sure they are not mean as some shephards can be too protective.
But in all seriousness, a good dog is much better protection than an alarm system and doesn’t have the same issues as having loaded guns around the house.
Just my two cents on this though.
XBoxBoy
Participant[quote=Huckleberry]Does anyone know of a decent home alarm or security system that’s not a rip off? Suggestions?[/quote]
When I lived back east, I used to have an Irish Wolfhound. Even though he was as gentle as could be, I never worried about anyone burglarizing my place. Also, when you’re out and about they are great protection. One time I went to visit a friend who lived in a rough section of Philidelpia. Walking my wolfhound, you’d be amazed how many “Tough looking dudes” change to the other side of the street to avoid you.
Now, admittedly a 160 lb dog isn’t everyone’s idea of an alarm system, but seems to me it has some real big advantages over ADT. And probably even works better than those smith and wessons that so many on this board like.
XboxBoy
Participant[quote=Huckleberry]Does anyone know of a decent home alarm or security system that’s not a rip off? Suggestions?[/quote]
When I lived back east, I used to have an Irish Wolfhound. Even though he was as gentle as could be, I never worried about anyone burglarizing my place. Also, when you’re out and about they are great protection. One time I went to visit a friend who lived in a rough section of Philidelpia. Walking my wolfhound, you’d be amazed how many “Tough looking dudes” change to the other side of the street to avoid you.
Now, admittedly a 160 lb dog isn’t everyone’s idea of an alarm system, but seems to me it has some real big advantages over ADT. And probably even works better than those smith and wessons that so many on this board like.
XboxBoy
Participant[quote=Huckleberry]Does anyone know of a decent home alarm or security system that’s not a rip off? Suggestions?[/quote]
When I lived back east, I used to have an Irish Wolfhound. Even though he was as gentle as could be, I never worried about anyone burglarizing my place. Also, when you’re out and about they are great protection. One time I went to visit a friend who lived in a rough section of Philidelpia. Walking my wolfhound, you’d be amazed how many “Tough looking dudes” change to the other side of the street to avoid you.
Now, admittedly a 160 lb dog isn’t everyone’s idea of an alarm system, but seems to me it has some real big advantages over ADT. And probably even works better than those smith and wessons that so many on this board like.
XboxBoy
Participant[quote=Huckleberry]Does anyone know of a decent home alarm or security system that’s not a rip off? Suggestions?[/quote]
When I lived back east, I used to have an Irish Wolfhound. Even though he was as gentle as could be, I never worried about anyone burglarizing my place. Also, when you’re out and about they are great protection. One time I went to visit a friend who lived in a rough section of Philidelpia. Walking my wolfhound, you’d be amazed how many “Tough looking dudes” change to the other side of the street to avoid you.
Now, admittedly a 160 lb dog isn’t everyone’s idea of an alarm system, but seems to me it has some real big advantages over ADT. And probably even works better than those smith and wessons that so many on this board like.
XboxBoy
Participant[quote=Huckleberry]Does anyone know of a decent home alarm or security system that’s not a rip off? Suggestions?[/quote]
When I lived back east, I used to have an Irish Wolfhound. Even though he was as gentle as could be, I never worried about anyone burglarizing my place. Also, when you’re out and about they are great protection. One time I went to visit a friend who lived in a rough section of Philidelpia. Walking my wolfhound, you’d be amazed how many “Tough looking dudes” change to the other side of the street to avoid you.
Now, admittedly a 160 lb dog isn’t everyone’s idea of an alarm system, but seems to me it has some real big advantages over ADT. And probably even works better than those smith and wessons that so many on this board like.
XboxBoy
ParticipantI don’t have any recommendations for an antenna, but if you get internet via cable then you probably don’t need an antenna. Instead, get a splitter and run your cable line to your tv and you should get basic cable even if you are not signed up for it.
ParticipantI don’t have any recommendations for an antenna, but if you get internet via cable then you probably don’t need an antenna. Instead, get a splitter and run your cable line to your tv and you should get basic cable even if you are not signed up for it.
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