Is Slow Heat-Up the Key to Breaking In Your New Device?

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The discussion revolves around an upcoming delivery related to a significant event referred to as the "great failure," which is expected to arrive the following day. Participants express confusion and anticipation regarding the details of this event, with references to "smoke screens" and the metaphorical notion of "chips falling from the sky." Amidst the playful banter, it becomes clear that the core of the conversation is about a surprise gift—a smoker—being organized for a member named Evo, who has a passion for cooking and smoked foods. The group shares excitement about the gift and the potential for future gatherings centered around smoking food. There are humorous exchanges about the logistics of the delivery, potential weather disruptions, and the emotional impact of the gift on Evo, who feels overwhelmed by the kindness shown by the group. Overall, the thread captures a blend of humor, camaraderie, and the joy of giving within a community.
  • #31


Sorry Ivan, next time you will get your fix as well.
 
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  • #32


Borek said:
Sorry Ivan, next time you will get your fix as well.

Thank you! I haven't had a nice long visit with the spirit gods since the 60s.
 
  • #33


The intended confusion and misdirection can be best described in a single word, GLORIOUS...

Rhody... skampers quickly under a rock to avoid Ivan's wrath... o:)
 
  • #34


I have a hard enough time with subtle communication in person, let alone on the internet. This thread is a nightmare.
 
  • #35


Borek said:
Oh my, I just copy pasted. I have no idea what that means. I guess I have to wait till Wednesday.

Edit: judging from the tracking reports it is less than 7 miles from the target

But the last mile is the most difficult one. I remember Evo explaining that on chat.
What? Is there a conspiracy afoot?
 
  • #36


Evo said:
What? Is there a conspiracy afoot?

More like atruck at the moment.
 
  • #37


Borek said:
More like atruck at the moment.
Awww, what have you guys done? bd = birthday?

(Evo - not too sharp)
 
  • #38


Evo said:
Awww, what have you guys done?

We failed.

Temporarily.
 
  • #39


Delivered and signed. But the story DOESN'T END HERE!
 
  • #40


Borek said:
judging from the tracking reports it is less than 7 miles from the target
So what. If you ship a package to a destination 7 miles away from here, the first thing they do is send it to Atlanta.
 
  • #41


Borek said:
Delivered and signed. But the story DOESN'T END HERE!
It gets worse? O Noes!
 
  • #42


OMG! I just received a huge bag of applewood chips and a smoker cover for a 30" MASTERBUILT SMOKER! :!)

I don't know what to say. I don't even dare say what I'm thinking. If you did what I think you did, I need to take more heart medicine. I'm speechless right now and tearing up.

Ok, fess up!
 
  • #43


No, it gets BETTER!

Later
 
  • #44


OK, here is the story... The smoker will be sent later, as it was out of stock the moment we ordered it for you :( It is back in stock, so we hope you will get it around birthday :smile:
 
  • #45


Evo said:
OMG! I just received a huge bag of applewood chips and a smoker cover for a 30" MASTERBUILT SMOKER! :!)

I don't know what to say. I don't even dare say what I'm thinking. If you did what I think you did, I need to take more heart medicine. I'm speechless right now and tearing up.

Ok, fess up!
We're just teasing you, Ms Evo! Your debit card will be billed.
 
  • #46


Borek said:
OK, here is the story... The smoker will be sent later, as it was out of stock the moment we ordered it for you :( It is back in stock, so we hope you will get it around birthday :smile:
OMG, OMG! I can't believe this! No one has ever done anything like this for me - ever. That's my dream machine!

You guys! That's a very, very expensive gift. I don't deserve this. :cry: Just try to pry it out of my cold, dead fingers.

Wow. I just...WOW.

turbo said:
We're just teasing you, Ms Evo! Your debit card will be billed.
:frown:
 
  • #47


Evo said:
You guys! That's a very, very expensive gift. I don't deserve this. :cry:

You deserve every single bit of it :smile:
 
  • #48


turbo said:
We're just teasing you, Ms Evo! Your debit card will be billed.

Another smoke screen :biggrin:
 
  • #49


So did she get the hint that she's hosting the next PF 4th of July BBQ?
 
  • #50


Thank you, everyone! I know Borek started this because I was drooling over the electric digital push button fail proof smoker for dummies that wouldn't get me arrested.

{{{{HUGS}}}} to everyone. :!)

I still can't believe this. With Memorial day coming up, there will be great sales on items to be smoked. I have just the place for it on my covered patio where I have an outside electric outlet.

You know my neighbor is going to want to use it. :-p

I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS! THANK YOU! You guys are awesome. I love you all. <sniff>
 
  • #51


Evo said:
I love you all.

You got it backwards - WE love you :smile:

Not that these things are mutually exclusive.
 
  • #52


It is kind of unusual to take up smoking at this point in life, though :biggrin:.
 
  • #53


It is never too late.
 
  • #54


Evo said:
Thank you, everyone! I know Borek started this because I was drooling over the electric digital push button fail proof smoker for dummies that wouldn't get me arrested.

{{{{HUGS}}}} to everyone. :!)

I still can't believe this. With Memorial day coming up, there will be great sales on items to be smoked. I have just the place for it on my covered patio where I have an outside electric outlet.

You know my neighbor is going to want to use it. :-p

I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS! THANK YOU! You guys are awesome. I love you all. <sniff>
Please post some pictures when you get it setup. :approve:
 
  • #55


Pengwuino said:
So did she get the hint that she's hosting the next PF 4th of July BBQ?
:biggrin:

Astronuc said:
Please post some pictures when you get it setup. :approve:
Definitely!

I'm just still in disbelief. What a generous, unbelievable act of kindness.

You all are the best friends I have. :cry:
 
  • #56


Andre said:
Another smoke screen :biggrin:
Let's hope the delivery truck doesn't get hit by lightning or destroyed in a tornado first, this is Evo after all, and we know your track record.

Rhody... :rolleyes:
 
  • #57


Wow! What a nice gesture.

Enjoy your new smoker, Evo. Just don't burn the place down! :biggrin:
 
  • #58


Evo said:
OMG, OMG! I can't believe this! No one has ever done anything like this for me - ever. That's my dream machine!

You guys! That's a very, very expensive gift. I don't deserve this. :cry: Just try to pry it out of my cold, dead fingers.

Wow. I just...WOW.

:frown:


Evo said:
Thank you, everyone! I know Borek started this because I was drooling over the electric digital push button fail proof smoker for dummies that wouldn't get me arrested.

{{{{HUGS}}}} to everyone. :!)

I still can't believe this. With Memorial day coming up, there will be great sales on items to be smoked. I have just the place for it on my covered patio where I have an outside electric outlet.

You know my neighbor is going to want to use it. :-p

I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS! THANK YOU! You guys are awesome. I love you all. <sniff>

You've brought tears of joy to me Evo. Happy Birthday with love.
 
  • #59


Borek said:
You got it backwards - WE love you :smile:

Not that these things are mutually exclusive.

We love you too for making this all possible. :!)
 
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  • #60


dlgoff said:
But they are Borek. We love you too for making this all possible. :!)
Not mutually exclusive, but thanks to Borek for pulling this together! A good guy!
 

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