Pickle Juice! Pickle Juice! (200)

Quick recap

The team discussed various topics, including funny stories, birthdays, and a property for sale in California. They also shared details about a world record set by a group of bowlers, strange noises heard from the Starliner capsule, and the meanings of various words. The conversation ended with discussions about living skills, the process of applying for a computer for the visually impaired, and personal experiences with technology and humor.

Summary

Keith, Terry, and Jill Conversations and Experiences
Keith, Terry, and Jill discussed various topics. Keith shared a funny story about Marcus spending the whole day sleeping at his girlfriend’s house. Jill shared her experience with her husband, George, who built her a porch swing but had to figure out how to detach it from the saw horses. Keith also mentioned his new iPhone lanyard, which allows him to wear his phone around his neck. Terry was set to share some birthdays, but the details were not provided in the transcript.

Celebrity Birthdays and Mad Libs Game
Terry discussed various individuals’ birthdays and ages, including celebrities like Beyonce, and Roger Waters. Keith and Jill also participated in the discussion, correcting some ages and sharing additional information. Towards the end, Keith and Jill played a game involving Mad Libs, where they had to fill in different word forms like nouns and adjectives.

California Property Discussion and Speculation
The group discussed a property for sale in California, which is a 645 square feet bungalow over 50 years old. The property is listed for half a million dollars, which was considered expensive by the group. They speculated that the property might have been owned by a movie star or was featured in the TV show “2 and a half men”. The group also discussed the size of the property, noting that it was not very big, and that it might be a starter house for a small family.

Museum Vase Incident, Bowling Record Attempt, Mascot Decapitation, and Space Station Noises
Keith shared a story about a 4-year-old child accidentally breaking a 3,500-year-old bronze age vase at a museum, highlighting the museum’s decision to present certain objects without protective glass for public accessibility. Terry then shared details about a quartet of bowlers in Louisville, Kentucky, who set a world record by rolling 2,032 consecutive strikes in a 24-hour period, suggesting the Mcab blind bowlers attempt to break this record. Jill shared a story about a man decapitating the statue of Bob, the mascot of Bob’s Big Boy restaurant in California, after crashing into it with his car. Lastly, NASA astronauts on the International Space Station, reported hearing strange pulsating noises resembling sonar pings emanating from the Starliner capsule before it was set to return to Earth on autopilot.

Exploring Word Meanings and Clarifications
Keith, Terry, and Jill discussed the meanings of various words. The term “bent hick” referred to a person bent over by a whiskey still. Jill introduced “pertinent” as something related to a lifestyle, and “accessory” as an item associated with it, like a purse or belt. Jill also introduced “coyacious”, but its meaning was unclear. The team clarified “occlude” as obstructing or closing something. The meeting humorously ended with Keith preparing to use the word “prude”.

Exploring Words and Weather Terms
The team discussed various words and their meanings, with Jill’s words being “sapient” (intelligence or wisdom), “kinesis” (movement or kinetic energy), and “autogenous” (self-generating or arising from within). They also briefly discussed a movie, “Multiplicity,” and a potential visit to a Beetlejuice movie. Terry revealed his top 10 list of words, but the details were not discussed. Terry and Keith discussed various weather-related terms, including “Toad Strangler” (heavy rain causing frogs to be stranded on roads) and “Direcho” (a fast-moving line of thunderstorms). The conversation was light-hearted and humorous, with Keith making jokes about the fate of frogs in such weather conditions.

Exploring Weather Terms and Phenomena
Terry and Keith discussed various weather-related terms and phenomena. They started with “slamming down on the ground” and “inland inland,” which Keith assumed to be a tornado. Terry then explained “prebuscular rays,” seen in sunrise or sunset, and “haboob,” a big dust storm that occurs before or after a severe thunderstorm. They also discussed “bamba genesis,” a severe case of a storm intensifying and dropping barometric pressures. Keith compared it to a tornado. Terry then explained “thunder snow,” a meteorological term used in Michigan, and “drought,” a term used when it’s a good day to put clothes out to dry. They also discussed “marine layer,” a weather term used on the Pacific coast, and “firenado,” a tornado of fire that spins off a forest fire. Lastly, they discussed a weather report that left everyone laughing due to its humorous description of the weather.

Top Topics, Computers for the Blind, and Upgrades
Terry discussed his top 10 topics, while Keith introduced the anchor topic for the week, which was about living skills. Keith also mentioned a website, “Computers for the Blind,” which sells refurbished computers at low prices. Jill brought up the topic of these computers, and Keith explained that they are refurbished and shipped for free, but delivery can take up to 6 to 8 weeks. The computers come with a one-year guarantee and can be equipped with JAWS or Zoom Text. Keith discussed the various upgrades available for laptops and desktops, including RAM, storage, screen size, and touch screen options. He mentioned that these upgrades come at additional costs, with the basic machines priced at $200 for desktops and $300 for laptops. Keith also noted that users can opt for a keyboard and mouse set, either wired or wireless, for around $20. He suggested that users could potentially find a suitable computer bag at a lower cost than the $30 extra charge for one.

Discussing Computer Licensing and Software Maintenance
Terry and Keith discussed the process of applying for a computer for the visually impaired, which includes a visual acuity report and a hone number. They also discussed the licensing scheme for the software, JAWS, which now has a one-year expiration, unlike before. Keith expressed interest in finding out more about the Service Maintenance Agreement (SMA) for JAWS, which could save money in the long run. They also touched on the possibility of getting a computer for a dependent through the VA. Terry shared his experience with a plastic-coated laptop and the idea of a keyboard cover. The conversation concluded with Keith mentioning that the computer comes with Windows 10 and the possibility of upgrading to Windows 11.

Personal Experiences, Humor, and Tech Struggles
Keith, Terry, and Jill discussed various topics, including their personal experiences and humor. Keith shared a story about an empty milk carton in the fridge, which led to a discussion about milk consumption and preferences. Jill mentioned that they don’t drink much milk and prefer other beverages. The team also discussed their struggles with technology, including issues with email and note-taking. They ended the conversation with some light-hearted jokes and humor.

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