Uh, yes. I have. And specifically about the M1 SoC. I’ve gone back to my Intel Mac for the very reasons I cited. And I don’t speak as someone who ‘s “just reading forums.” I help moderate those forums.

No, it’s not. I don’t push the technology as a graphic designer/trainer, and 16gb of RAM is borderline insufficient for day in, day out graphics production work.

That was once the case, but as Apple has again changed the processor from Intel to its own silicon platform those cheap MacBooks don’t exist anymore.

More like slobbering, but OK.

Wipe your chin. It’s embarrassing.

That’s good. At least you know this job is dangerous as you take it.

Boy oh boy, are you on the verge of a learning experience.

I get the point you’re trying to make — that maintenance and repair are submerged costs in the owner experience and rarely accounted for when considering the appreciating value of a home.

I’ve had a set of these for a couple of years now.

I’ve had a set of these for a couple of years now.

He says it every morning as he looks in the mirror. He and his family own a coal company.

I differ.

OK, so back to the previous statement: How often does a tornado warning get given and a tornado does not appear?

No. That’s what’s called a tornado watch.

Fair enough. I’m not above talking trash for fun myself ...

Drive through Belmont or Winchester. You’ll find ’em.

It’s not as sharp as the juniper tang of a good gin, but with good vodka it does have flavor. And, when it comes to quenching your thirst on a hot summer day, there’s little that beats it.

That’s what vodka & tonics are for.

Hey! Don’t talk no shit about my date ...

Who cares? Sick things are much more fun.

I’m sure the British sports car purists consider this a sacrilege, but I’m a hot-rodder at heart so I consider that an asset and not a liability. Besides, over the years I’ve seen so much chopping and hacking to various MGBs of all types that this doesn’t faze me in the least.