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Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
All coffees, teas, juices and mineral waters available free of charge, along with an assortment of fine baked goods. The better newspapers and journals are here for your reading pleasure. Open 24 hours. Self-serve, but call me if you can't figure out how to operate some of the coffee makers. Drink in or take out.

Since I don't want to clutter up Legion World with a lot of signage, after today just say the word "caffeine" and you'll be transported here. It's magic.
[Smile]

[ June 21, 2006, 02:23 AM: Message edited by: Fat Cramer ]
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Well it’s nearly breakfast time so I’ll just put the phone on hold and say …

“caffeine”

Mmmmm nice place. It seems a true oasis of peace and quiet amongst the hustle and bustle of Legion world. I like the comfy seats and the potted plants.

Let’s see now I think I’ll have a bacon butty, nice and crispy, with mushrooms and black pudding and a large cup of black coffee. Now how do we operate these machines?

Cramer can I have a bit of help here!
 
Posted by Nightcrawler on :
 
Caffeine. [Smile]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine.

Umm... Maybe I should have dressed first...

Oh Well, I always have my morning Coffee in my robe and slippers...

Hmmm... Nice Selection... Black Coffee... Raspberry Scone... NY Times...

Aahhh...

[ November 12, 2003, 02:27 AM: Message edited by: Abin Quank ]
 
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
 
Caffeine!

I need an extremely large iced chai.

Ahh. That hit the spot. Thanks Cramer!

Guess I'll take another one to go and get back to work.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
... and then pop over here for a caramel frappucino and a fresh, delicious cinnamon roll. Oh yeah, and a copy of the LMB Enquirer. Gotta stay current on the news, you know! [Big Grin]

Cool place you've got here! [Smile]
 
Posted by Kid Prime on :
 
Yawn!

Boy oh boy will this be welcome in the mornings! I'd like a mocha and a bagel with cream cheese!
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
my, my ... what a lovely establishment ... who have you got that I can eat?
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq on :
 
SharkLad,

I think they have a box of Bear Claws all ready for you.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Caffeine

Well Cramer, this is quite lovely. The handmade doilies under the cake trays are a very homey touch.

I especially like the wide selection of fresh fruit and the omelette bar.

If you'd like I can send my droid Candy over here to help clean early each morning.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Caffein!

Just what I needed, a nice, strong....
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
....cup of coffee! (What? What did you think I meant? [Cool] )

FC, Cafe Cramer is perfect!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Ah, look at this assortment! My oh my, Ms. Cramer, you have quite the little establishment! Nice job!

I think I'll have a Dark Roast blend (black of course) with a croissant on the side. Now that there is no walk over from the security office, I think I'll be stopping by quite often...
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
Caffeine!

What a lovely place! Way to go FC!!!!!
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
caffeine

Mmmmm, smells like Mom used to make. Okay that's an insult. Actually it smells good.

I'll take of cup for the joe and a almond flake cheese danish, extra fat.

Now where are...ah the newspaper rack...AND...LAZYBOYS!!!

Wow Fat's, Best place ever!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Just stopping in for a scrumptious post-dinner bearclaw...
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Caffeine!

Hope there's a fresh pot on! Oh! There IS! Great.

Nothing like a nice strong cup of coffee in the morning to wake you up and get you going!

Thanks, FC!
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffeine!

Nice place!

Hot Black Joe (Coffee brewed to near expresso strength) and Sticky Rolls.

Heaven in the Morning...

Great Job F.C.

Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(Fresh Fruit Too!)
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Nothing like a big glass of freshly-squeezed orange juice, a buttery slice of toast, and a big bowl of cheese grits to start one's day!
 
Posted by He Who Wanders on :
 
Does it work when I say "De-Caffeine"?

If so, I'll have decaffeinated French vanilla latte, with chocolate biscotti (I get all my caffeine from the chocolate, thanks). I don't need anything to read, thank you. In fact, I do some of my best writing in coffee shops.
 
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
 
I'll have another large iced chai and a bowl of those grits Stu is having but with butter and no cheese, please. Then its back to work for me.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Well, leave some of your writing behind HWW so everybody can enjoy it. Perhaps we could run off some copies at Triad's Triplicating Shop.

And just say "decaf" if you're feeling in need of calm. Both "caffeine" and "decaf" activate the magic portal.

I'm going to have to order another bushel of grits...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Morning Madame Cramer. You sure are keeping the place spotless and cheery with fresh cut flowers on every table. The aroma of brewing coffee is heavenly. I think I'm going to fix myself a mushroom and provolone omelette at the omelette bar. I'll also brew a pot of oolong tea.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
Morning Madame Cramer. You sure are keeping the place spotless and cheery with fresh cut flowers on every table. The aroma of brewing coffee is heavenly. I think I'm going to fix myself a mushroom and provolone omelette at the omelette bar. I'll also brew a pot of oolong tea.

Ummmm! You know an omelette for lunch would really hit the spot!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Actually, for lunch, one of my favorite indulgences (and only very infrequently) is a scrambled egg sandwhich on buttered toasted whole wheat bread, with ketchup. It may sound gross but it is so good.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Um um Ummmmmmm! I know exactly what you mean!
 
Posted by Crujectra on :
 
Steps out of shimmering light to appear in the cafe's entryway

One of the perks of my chambers in the Embassy is the portal that grants me access to every part of Legion World [Wink]

Cramer, what a completely charming place you have here! The perfect spot for a quiet rendezvous with close confidantes.

I love it!
 
Posted by rickshaw1 on :
 
Caffeine!

Hi Cramer. I like what you have done with the place. Hey, I like that cubbyhole over there, nice little nook for reading the paper and having a glass of iced tea (lipton). Thanks. Ummm, iced tea...good. Well, let's see...I will take a plate of bacon and eggs, well done on the bacon, nicely done on the scrambled eggs with shallotes, some salt and pepper, hey, Texas Pete for my eggs. Cramer, you are a princess amoung phillistines. Oh yeah, here comes my blueberry pancakes with Cane patch syrup. Ah, and the piece of resistance ( [Wink] ), the newspaper and those powdered tarts you make with the tart blackberry jam inside.

Cramer, if you get Fast Eddie Costigan one the piano for a little music in the mornin', you have a customer for life.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffiene!

Ah, nothing like a fresh cup 'o joe in the morning to start the day!

I think I need one of those portals myself, for security purposes of course [Smile] !

Cramey, I think these biscuits are delicious, did you make them yourself?
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
Caffiene!

Ah, nothing like a fresh cup 'o joe in the morning to start the day!

To start the day? CK, you posted that on November 13, 2003 at 02:54 PM!!!!

Please don't tell me you get to sleep in until mid afternoon. I couldn't bear it! [Big Grin]

[ November 13, 2003, 12:07 PM: Message edited by: Vee ]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Well actually Vee, I hate to break this to you and all the other people working today, but I slep until 12:30 today! [Big Grin]

Brace yourselves though. I'm going out drinking tonight, and since I don't work on Friday until 9, I think I'm gonna sleep to a more reasonable hour, like 2! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
AHHHHHHHHHhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!

Oh, the injustice of it all!!

[Big Grin]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Ahh... a nice cuppa in the afternoon... and a steak and egg sandwich to go with it... who could ask for more?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'm here for my lunnch. I think I'll have that scrambled egg sandwhich I was talking about and a glass of sparkling water. I do recall that this is a serve yourself establishment, so I'll make it myself.

I'm going to sit by the window and read a book while I have my lunch. The sunshine is nice.

[ November 13, 2003, 12:26 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq on :
 
Grabs a sandwich and Diet Coke to go.

See you guys tomorrow.

[love] [Quislet]
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
Dang I just missed Quis!!!!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'm so glad the cafe has such convenient hours. I'm just fixing myself a nice thick French toast for dinner (a spoonful of orange juice in the batter is what makes it special)...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
The cafe sure is a great place for a quick bite on a busy night. I think I'll have a chicken breast piccata with some asparagas.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine.

I could just pop in on my own now, but that wouldn't be polite. I'll leave the booze at SHAKES too.

MMmmmm....waffles. Scrambled eggs and...can it be?....Yes! Tabasco!

Heaven....I'm in Heaven.....la la la
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Outdoor Miner:

Heaven....I'm in Heaven.....la la la

I never figured you for a hoofer, Miner.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
I never figured you for a hoofer, Miner.

Gene Kelly ruled.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
How about Donald O'Connor
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Anybody who could do those Francis the Talking Mule things and come out OK deserves some respect.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Time for a midnight burger and fries
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Caffeine!

Ummmm, smell that freshed brewed coffee! Just what one needs in the morning to wake up and start a new day.

And today I think I might grab...an English Muffin, oh yeah!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'm starting off the day with a chicken-fried steak, biscuits and gravy, and peppery hash browns.

And, after that, a post-breakfast pre-lunch dessert. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
"Caffeine"

Mid afternoon and i think a nice cup of Earl Grey hot, with a simple light rich tea biscuit. And a chance to read the Times.

Afternoon Stu,
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Cooled off here since yesterday. It was chilly this morning so a nice cup of soup would be perfect.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I think I'll have a ripe persimon and a cup of tea.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I think a freshly baked muffin may be in order for me. And a cup of coffee too of course...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine.

Mmmm....Krispy Kreme.....
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
Caffeine

I'll have a double caffeine with some caffeine on the side please. This weekend is needed. Hope it lasts an extra day.
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
I could really use a cup of coffee!!!!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
For weekends, black coffee and cold pizza are a favorite of mine [Smile] ! Is that a possibility for the cafe FC?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I walked over, so I don't have to utter caffeine. Cafe Cramer is just down the street from SHAKES, although I do have to pass by SHAMELESS-HUSSIES bar. They reallly are rude in there.
Nonetheless, I think I'll have the pork tenderloin with the madeira sauce. Cramer is so inspired with her menu.

[ November 15, 2003, 08:12 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Outdoor Miner:
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
I never figured you for a hoofer, Miner.

Gene Kelly ruled.
Singing in the Rain is my all time favorite movie! I got the 2-disc special addition for Christmas last year. [Big Grin]

Cramer I trust you're introducing our southern friends to Red Rose tea? [Smile]

[ November 15, 2003, 08:27 PM: Message edited by: Arachne ]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Arachne, I also have the special edition of Singing in the Rain. Maybe this is heresy, but I'm a huge Debbie Reynolds fan. Unsinkable Molly Brown is one of my all-time favorite movies.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Red Rose tea - of course, Arachne. It's not only in Canada anymore.

And I have all the little Red Rose Tea "Action Figures" on one of the windowsills.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Ah... Nothing like fresh coffee and an omlette with the Sunday Papers.

Wait a minute... Red Rose Tea? I remember that from growing up in Buffalo... Just the thing!
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
double espresso, please ... had a rough night ...
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'll have a sweet tea (Southern style) made from Red Rose tea!

And, since I'm in a Canadian mood, a big heaping order of poutine! Yum!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffiene!

I'll have a try of that Red Rose tea...yum!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Think I'll just pop in for a few Biscotti.

And maybe a chunk of Toblerone.
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
Puts up foot rest:

quote:
Originally posted by Outdoor Miner:

And maybe a chunk of Toblerone.

You know I see these in the Duty Frees but never got one. Good huh???

Biscotti I never got. Looks like stale toast (no offense meant). Is it flavored?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
You know, since it's wet and rainy, I think I'd like a big bowl of Cramer's famous beef stew with biscuits. Maybe a robust Zinfandel as well. I love the gypsy violin music that's playing. Is it Christian Sinding?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Better bring that Zinfandel in a paper bag, Semi. The café isn't licensed!

Everything's ready to go this morning, as usual just help yourselves. In a very rare display of self-discipline and work ethic, I am off-line until I finish my APA submission. Deadline is looming.

Enjoy the day, everybody! Catch you all later!
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Caffeine.

Yep, time for a nice, hot cup of coffee to start the day (& week)
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine...

Ah, the perfect alternative to Algebra class! I like the atmosphere here!

I don't need an ID to get in, do I? [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Invisible Brainiac:
Caffeine...

Ah, the perfect alternative to Algebra class! I like the atmosphere here!

I don't need an ID to get in, do I? [Big Grin]

Not at all. Alt IDs are always welcome as well! Some of my best friends are alt IDs.

[ November 17, 2003, 06:53 AM: Message edited by: Vee ]
 
Posted by Crujectra on :
 
Alt ID's... I should get one sometime. I hear they can be fun to have [angel]
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq on :
 
a Diet Coke and a hamburger please
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Morning everybody. I think I'll have two eggs over easy, bacon and a glass of tomato juice with Worcestershire sauce.

Cramer, what's an APA submission?
 
Posted by Kid Prime on :
 
Hey Semi, is this seat taken?
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Yes, but you can have it, KP.

[ November 17, 2003, 09:43 AM: Message edited by: Vee ]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Hi KP and Vee. Are you joining me for breakfast?
 
Posted by Kid Prime on :
 
Well, I finished my bagel, but I'd be delighted to stay for a cup of coffee!
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
It would be my pleasure. We surely haven't had a great deal of time together recently, have we?
 
Posted by Emerald Empress on :
 
Oh, how lovely! FC, you've really outdone yourself here! It's kust perfect.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
So here we all are. Empress, are you joining us too?
 
Posted by Kid Prime on :
 
So what's new?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Oh, I had a nice weekend and got a lot done. It was too short though.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

A cup of Joe, some munchies and a quiet corner to read in... Life is perfect sometimes...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Things going well for you Mr. Quank?
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Slow day in the office SemiSweets?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
No, actually it's been very busy. Although I've stayed logged on here, I've visited only a couple of times, and at lunch. I'm becoming quite efficient with my multi-tasking.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Same here...ah the miracles of modern technology! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
Things going well for you Mr. Quank?

Quite well thank you Mr. Fellow. Although I haven't been able to spend as much time here lately as I'd like to.

I'm adding another bit of schooling to my schedule, I'll be attending Bryant College for the next month or so to finish up a few things I should have done earlier in life.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Abin Quank:
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
Things going well for you Mr. Quank?

Quite well thank you Mr. Fellow. Although I haven't been able to spend as much time here lately as I'd like to.

I'm adding another bit of schooling to my schedule, I'll be attending Bryant College for the next month or so to finish up a few things I should have done earlier in life.

I noticed that you hadn't been around as much, Mr. Quank. What are the schooling plans, if I may ask?

[ November 17, 2003, 04:49 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
quote:
Originally posted by Abin Quank:
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
Things going well for you Mr. Quank?

Quite well thank you Mr. Fellow. Although I haven't been able to spend as much time here lately as I'd like to.

I'm adding another bit of schooling to my schedule, I'll be attending Bryant College for the next month or so to finish up a few things I should have done earlier in life.

I noticed that you hadn't been around as much, Mr. Quank. What are the schooling plan, if I may ask?
Just finishing up some courses for a Project Manager Certification before taking the PMI exam in January. And adding some CEU's to my CQM (Certified Quality Manager). Some of it is as boring as freshman english, but necessary.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Good luck with it.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Thanks
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Just stopping in for a rib-eye steak, rare, and some corn-on-the-cob, buttered with salt and pepper. Maybe a glass of chianti.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Sounds perfect!

Other than having my steak medium rare, I'll be having what the handsome semi transparent gentleman is having, please.
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
Cool make it 3!!!!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Guys, this is self-serve. I already grilled mine. Oh, all right, I'll fix yours too. Have a seat.
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
Thanks Bro!!!! [Smile]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
By the way, STUey, congratulations on  -  -  -  -  - Thanks for bringing so much wit and fun to Legion World.

[ November 17, 2003, 07:36 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Thanks, Semi! [Cool]

With such a witty and fun place like LW (and such witty and fun posters frequenting it), posting is always a pleasure! [Smile]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
You deserve a nice bowl of kibble.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
<Scratches Stu behind the ears>
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
How about a quick bite to eat before bed...
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Another great morning dawns on Legion World!

Fresh cranberry muffins and squares this a.m. - just picked the cranberries yesterday, with the last of the calendulas.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Thanks FC! Those will go great with my morning cup of coffee!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Mmmmm... Are those fresh cranberry muffins? Thanks F.C. They're just perfect with some coffee and juice...

Ahhh... Another day off to a great start!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Mmmmm... that freshly-baked cranberry square really hit the spot.

And this glass of freshly-squeezed orange/tangerine juice does too!

(At Café Cramer, everything is fresh. [Smile] )
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Including the puppy, I hear! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'm checking in for lunch. Today I think I'd like a warm chicken salad on wilted spinach with an orange vinaigrette. (Well, actually what I'd really like is a double murshroom bacon cheese burger and mounds of fries - but I'm not going to do that to myself).
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
I'm checking in for lunch. Today I think I'd like a warm chicken salad on wilted spinach with an orange vinaigrette. (Well, actually what I'd really like is a double murshroom bacon cheese burger and mounds of fries - but I'm not going to do that to myself).

[Homer Simpson] "Ummm! Bur-ger!! Must...have...bur-ger!!!" [/Homer Simpson]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I think I'll have what Semi is having. In fact, from now on, I think I'll always have what Semi is having, it always sounds so delicious!

And before anyone says it, that doesn't include Vee, I'll leave him for Semi [Smile] !
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
You flatter me Cobie.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
I think I'll just have an after dinner Irish Coffee and relax a bit.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I've going to have Semi and Vee over for a sandwich later.
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
You guys talk funny in the morning.

Hey, if the owner gets elected Legion Leader, does that mean taxes on food go up or down?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
I've going to have Semi and Vee over for a sandwich later.

Yeah, but we'll have to make it.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blockade Boy:

Hey, if the owner gets elected Legion Leader, does that mean taxes on food go up or down?

No taxes here. Café Cramer is exempt from all taxes under the complicated provisions of the trust fund which pays for it. That's why the food is free, too.
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
free, you say? you may regret that ...

load me up ...

vvvvvvvvvvvv


^^^^^^^^^^^^
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Well, the Buffet Busters will be out in force now.

Ahh. My cold anchovy and grub pizza is here. Excellent...
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

I'll just grab a cuppa joe and a plueberry muffin.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'm thinking a western omelette with whole wheat toast this morning. I'll take that sunny table by the window and catch up on the news. Oh look, George Bush is coming to the rescue of traditional marriage. We can all rest easier now. <sarcasm explicit> [Mad]
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SharkLad:
free, you say? you may regret that ...

load me up ...

vvvvvvvvvvvv


^^^^^^^^^^^^

Free food! Yes, fill him up.

I feel much safer around Sharklad now.

It's the political waters that are dangerous. I think I'll just sit quietly over here by the fire.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I'll have a western omelette myself then! And yay for the Massachusetts judge who stood up!

I think I'll read my latest Noam Chomsky book over in the corner by the candlelight...
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
I think I'll read my latest Noam Chomsky book over in the corner by the candlelight...

I miss Shady. [Frown]

I think she would like Café Cramer.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
We'll keep a candle burning in the window for Shady.

She would surely be engaged in many lively discussions at the Café if she were here.

What Chomsky are you reading, Cobie?
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Running late this morning so I'll just grab a quick cup of coffee and...umm, that apple danish looks good.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I am going to partake of this moist, delicious, freshly-baked blueberry crueller!

(And a potable from SHAKES...)
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

A cup of Joe and a Beef on 'Wick the perfect lunch!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine! Ah, nothing like getting up at 1 and then having a cup of coffee around two thirty on a Thurday morning/afternoon [Smile] !

Cramey, I'm currently looking to get Chomsky's newest book "Hegemony or Survival: America's Quest for Global Dominance", but I think I might just wait to borrow my friends. By the way, I went and saw Chomsky about two weeks ago, and I thought he was amazing. Not only is he amazingly intellegent, but I thought the best part of his talk was the way he truly believes that people can make a difference by getting involved in the political system if they took an active role. He was very inspirational, I wish I could get a lot of my friends to become more involved or at least educated in politics. His critiques on U.S. foreign policy in the Middle-East were very good and fresh. You'll have to excuse me, I feel very politically thoughtful in the mornings [Smile]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Oh, and I really miss Shady too! I tried to email her, but the email was wrong, and I haven't gotten the chance to email her with the email you guys showed me that she has here. I miss having her around...
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
Shady ... here's to you, lady ...
 
Posted by Kid Prime on :
 
I bet Shady would LOVE this board, and this thread! Does she ever post at the new DCMB's?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
How about a dish of ice cream? That would go nicely this afternoon.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I think some kind of Dark Roast is what I need...


[TimeTrapper]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine.

I think a slice of carrot cake and a glass of milk would be just the thing this evening.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
caffeine caffeine caffeine

And an oversized bear claw studded with almond slivers.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Boy, STU, now you've got me thinking about the bearclaw I passed up this morning when I stopped to fuel up my car on the way to the office.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Beerclaws are yummy! My friend Tommy used to eat two at a time and get 'em stuck right here!
 
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
 
Caffeine!

I'm in need of an extra large iced chai and a croissant. I'll just help myself and be on my way. Thanks again Cramer!
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
Caffeine!!!

I need a boost to get me into the football weekend. Hey? Is there a big screen around here?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Vee:
Running late this morning so I'll just grab a quick cup of coffee and...umm, that apple danish looks good.

I just can't picture you driving. I thought you flew everywhere. Up-up-and-away! [Dawnstar]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
Beerclaws are yummy!

[Homer] Mmmmm... beerclaws... [/Homer] [drool]

quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
My friend Tommy used to eat two at a time and get 'em stuck right here!

How did he get HIS pastry stuck in YOUR...? [Eek!]
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
Did somebody say "chai"? [love]
 
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
 
I did Arachne. Would you like one? Do you prefer whole milk, skim or 2 percent?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The chai seems popular, so I'll stock up.

There's fresh almond biscotti and warm apple crisp this morning, along with the usual array of baked goods. Eggs & bacon in the fridge if you feel like cooking.

And, as usual, lots of hot coffee!

For big screen TV, though, you better head to SHAKES. I'm sure all the games are on there.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
A warm apple crisp sounds wonderful (maybe with a scoop of real vanilla bean ice cream).

I'll just be here in the corner enjoying the crisp and reading tomorrow's edition of the Naltor News.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'd like mushrooms and scrambled eggs on toast, please, with a cup of black tea.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Once again Semi, you've made me hungry!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Now it's dinner time. How about some roast beef with horse radish, roasted potatoes, and brussels sprouts (they're good for you and they taste good, if you're a grown-up). [Big Grin]

[ November 22, 2003, 05:21 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Don't mind me. I've just dropped in for a few hot bacon sandwiches and some orange juice.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Tell me, Miner, do those bacon sandwhiches have bread?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Yep.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Greasy bread, I'll bet.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I tend to heat up the bacon separately and put a paper towel under it when I do, so as to keep as much grease off the bread as possible. But you don't get it all.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Do you add tomato, lettuce and a little mayo?

[ November 22, 2003, 08:42 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I like open-faced bacon sandwiches on white bread with just a skosh of butter. Three of those, plus some milk and orange juice, make for a good homemade breakfast Chez STU.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Sunday Morning, Hot Black Joe, a western omlette, and a stack of newspapers... Heaven!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I think I'll have bacon and eggs over easy, a crumpet with butter and honey and a cup of coffee, black.
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Lightning Lad:
I did Arachne. Would you like one? Do you prefer whole milk, skim or 2 percent?

2 percent.

Chai and almond biscotti. Yummy. [Smile]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Today, we have two large batches of brownies, baked by Danny Blaine and Jephers. Help yourselves.

The magic spell cast over the Café will ensure an endless supply, but at midnight the turn into pumpkin cookies.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Ohh! I'd better grab my brownie before I forget later. That and a nice cup of coffee should get me moving after a very busy weekend.

Thanks again, FC!
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
magic brownies? hmmm ... I'm not falling for that again ...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
No brownies for me thanks. This may be heresy, but I'm not a big chocolate fan. I'll just have a half canteloupe with a squeeze of lemon, some cottage cheese and a cup of tea.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
What, nobody visited the Cafe all day? Are you all starving yourselves. I'm going to have some of Cramer's famous roast beastie with rosemary roasted potatoes for dinner. Perhaps a nice glass of Schulz-Oles Zinfandel would go nicely. (I may have spelled that wrong.) For desert, a persimmon sorbet.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
I'll just have a half canteloupe with a squeeze of lemon

For some reason, I just thought of Señorita Widebosom. I wonder where she's been lately?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
She lives in the glorious city of New York. Obviously she's having a lot more fun than we are.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Talk about some Big Apples...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Or, as we used to say in our throes of puberty, "Humungous Bozzongas".
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
Talk about some Big Apples...

I wonder if they're Golden Delicious or Red Delicious? I suppose that depends on whether she remembered to use sunscreen or not.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Or... [shudder] ... maybe they're Granny Smiths... [Eek!]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Continuing the chocolate theme, we have Arachne's White Chocolate Truffles and Brownies today. For those who enjoy something less sweet, I baked Herbed Parmesan Bread.

All coffee, tea and chocolate is Fair Trade, of course. I oppose the financial exploitation of farmers - and all sentients - everywhere.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'll have some fresh pancakes. And while they're still piping hot from the griddle, I'll place a couple of these delicious White Chocolate Truffles all over, so that they semi-melt into the pancakes. No need for maple syrup -- mmMMmmmmmm! [drool]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Mmm... Those pancakes smell good! But I don't have time... Just a Cuppa and a Raspberry Scone, then off to another busy day.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Hm, nothing like left over onion rings and coffee for breakfest? Never tried it? Well, it isn't the best on the stomach...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Time for lunch. How about one of those swell scrambled egg sandwhiches with a glass of 1% milk. I'll take that nice table by the window.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

I guess to celebrate my 1000th post, I'll have one of Cramey's famous Moosejaw Sandwiches, and a cuppa Joe.

Yea Me!!!

VOTE Abin Quank for Legion World Janitor after all Someones gotta clean up after the New Administration!
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Congrats, Abin. Oh yeah! You most certainly have MY vote!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Ahh... Fresh Coffee and a Sticky Roll... A Great Start to another day...
 
Posted by Frog Kid on :
 
CAFFEINE!!!

Can I just have a drink of Kono juice?

And do you serve protean à la crême in this part of the galaxy? [angel]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Seulement protean à l'orange ici. [Cool]
 
Posted by Frog Kid on :
 
[lol]
 
Posted by Sonnie Bloke on :
 
CAFFEINE!!!!!

Nice place you got here Cramer, could I trouble you for a large strang latte?

Extra Caffeine please....
 
Posted by Saturn Girl on :
 
Here on Winath, we just had a velvety coffeecake with a cream cheese layer inside, and lots of butter and powered sugar crumble on top, and two cups of cafe mocha coffee.

Later we're having spreads on crackers to cnack on before the big turkey dinner. Spreads are cheddar bacon, another is roquefort, and dad's favorite one is liverwurst pate'.

I'm cooking a 22 lb. hen turkey today, just for the four of us. I wanted to have plenty of leftovers to freeze for quick meals later.

Oh Cramer, just have to tell you I invented a new pie for this Thanksgiving. I'm calling it Winter Fruits Harvest pie. It has a mixture of mincemeat (Borden's from a jar) and apple pie filling, dried crasins, a can of pie cherries (with the juice, not jellied) and two cups of whole, fresh frozen blackberries. Mixed the lot and added one cup of sugar and a tablespoon of tapioca for texture. Can't wait to see if it is a hit or a miss! Also made traditional mincemeat, apple, and pumpkin pies.

I tend to get carried away at this time of year. I love cooking!! Always have.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
You're hired Caroline! Name your terms!

That pie sounds great - let us know how it turned out. I was never a big mincemeat fan, but mixed with other fruit fillings, it could be an unusually pleasant taste. Enjoy the feast!
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
Wow, those sound great, Caroline. How many pies did you get out of them?
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saturn Girl:
Here on Winath, we just had a velvety coffeecake with a cream cheese layer inside, and lots of butter and powered sugar crumble on top, and two cups of cafe mocha coffee.

Ummm! Umm! Umm! Gosh that sounds great! Hope there's some left tomorrow morning so I can have a piece with my coffee!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
<peers anxiously around. wonders if the proprietress will throw a day old bun at his head>
 
Posted by Saturn Girl on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
You're hired Caroline! Name your terms!

That pie sounds great - let us know how it turned out. I was never a big mincemeat fan, but mixed with other fruit fillings, it could be an unusually pleasant taste. Enjoy the feast!

Wow!! Does this mean I have an apprenticeship as a chef at Cafe Cramer? This is a real thrill! I will be happy to stop by as often as I can and help out in the kitchen. I'd do it just for the sheer love of the Legion, well and of cooking.

The pie turned out fantastic. Since I wasn't sure it would be good, I only baked one of the Winter Fruits Harvest Pie. Froze the second container and will bake it later.

Semi's sour cream apple pie sounded delicious also. Might just have to try one of those at Christmas.

Scott mixed an excellent cran-raspberry juice and ginger ale punch with orange rings in the glasses. It was perfect with the turkey.

Better get back to the dishes and then head off to bed. See you all in the morning.... [love]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Caroline, you sure don't need to apprentice. Just drop by and bake up a storm whenever you have the inclination. Everyone will appreciate it.

Semi, no one tosses day-old rolls around here. You are always an honored guest at the Café , thereby deserving nothing but fresh-from-the-oven to be hurled your way. [Wink]

And for Varalent and anyone else, it looks like Caroline left us one of her delicious coffee cakes. Help yourselves!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
And for Varalent and anyone else, it looks like Caroline left us one of her delicious coffee cakes. Help yourselves!

[discreetly wipes a few crumbs from his whiskers]

Um, what delicious coffee cake? There's just, uh, an empty plate here... maybe Caroline will bring anot-- er, will bring the cake over later?
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Semi, no one tosses day-old rolls around here.

Let's dust the day-olds with confectioner's sugar and save 'em for a snowbun fight (for those LWers who live in snow-free environs).

And don't worry about wasting food. I'm sure some puppy will be along to finish the snowbuns once they've been thrown about.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Hhhrrrrmmmppppfff! I can't beileve that puppy ate all the pies & coffee cakes! I'll just have to settle for some hot coffee!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Boy sure is cold down here & windy too! I definitely need another cup of hot coffee!
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Varalent:
Boy sure is cold down here & windy too! I definitely need another cup of hot coffee!

Hey Vee wanna make it 2!!!!!
 
Posted by Kara on :
 
Can I join you guys for coffee?
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Sure guys, I'm not used to the cold anymore. More coffee, steaming hot please!
 
Posted by Tiffany Spiffany on :
 
Why, this is a nice little shop Miss Cramer has opened!

I have to wonder about her practice of paying political campaign workers in used coffee cans when they apparently can't afford shoes, however. Daddy always says that you have to be willing to spend what it takes to get what you want...
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
Hey Tiffany Vote for Stu!
 
Posted by Tiffany Spiffany on :
 
Unfortunately, I'm not really a citizen of Legion World. I'm just visiting for the weekend.

So what does one do for fun around here?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
For fun, one hangs out with Cobalt Kid.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
And I think I'll have a cup of coffee too while I'm here. If Semi were here, I'm sure he'd explain some magnificent breakfest that I could also order...
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
*sigh*
 
Posted by Dark Cramer on :
 
This is the situation, folks: my war chest is getting depleted, so in order to maintain my high profile presence in the current campaign, I'm going to have to start charging for the coffee, tea and goodies.

A hand up, not a handout. Have a nice day.

[ November 30, 2003, 01:48 AM: Message edited by: Dark Cramer ]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Ahhh, I see how it is! You know Dark Cramer, this only works when you clientel has no other options. There ARE other establishments that provide food & beverages on Legion World so you may just find yourself without any customers and without any money for your war chest.

<One should never play politics with the necessities of life...like COFFEE!>

[Mad] [Mad] [Mad] [Mad] [Mad] [Mad] [Mad] [Mad]

[ November 30, 2003, 07:02 AM: Message edited by: Varalent ]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Sentinents: During this Dark Cramer Crisis, I will be seeking to fill the breakfast void created by the despicable decision announced by Dark Cramer. [devil]

Surely our wonderful friend Fat Cramer would be aghast and greatly saddened by this development and terrible misuse of her wonderful establishment. [Frown]

In her honor, I hereby announce that SHAKES will immediately begin offering a FREE, all you can eat, all day/all night coffee bar and brunch menu. Dinners as always, can be enjoyed at the Starfield Lounge. [Smile]

Varalent
 
Posted by STU on :
 
And don't forget our other wonderful offer!

Free puppies, kittens, and bunnies!
 
Posted by NUDE NAKED HOMOSEXUAL MLLASH on :
 
Don't be silly, Cramey!

I made a killing selling my old underwear and socks on eBay!

We've got cash and plenty of it!

FREE SURF & TURF!


Vote FAT CRAMER!!!!
 
Posted by Dark Cramer on :
 
Lash, you're a prince among jewels, and a jewel among princes.

Even so, I don't think I should stand for turning Legion World into a Welfare State. I've been talking to Junior McCauley about issuing some Café Cramer Sinking Debentures - so go out and buy yourself some new socks and undies. Send me the receipt. My accountnt says it's a fully deductible election expense.

The rest of you - qwitcher bitchen. No free kitchen.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Café Cramer is once again open for normal business. All free coffee, tea, baked goods and light meals. Thank you to all friends and customers for your support and understanding.

Varalent, I went to SHAKES and took the coffee machines back. Good of you to fill the free-coffee gap in my absence. You're a true friend.

You'd think I would have dropped a few pounds from all that evil possession stuff, but no such luck. So might as well have some croissants.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
That's great FC. My pastries don't come out quite as flaky as yours! Welcome back.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Glad you're back!

Though the pastries at SHAKES were almost as good, the atmosphere was often an unusual one in which to be partaking of breakfast. (Especially when the droids would forget to take down the dancing pole from the previous night.)
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
That's not the droids' fault, STU. They take it down every night but Icy keeps putting it back up! They just can't seem to keep up with him! (As if anyone could! [Roll Eyes] )
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Good to see you back to normal FC! You gave us quite a scare there! Maybe this is the start of things returning to normal on Legion World, with you back to your lovable self!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Yeah! Glad to see the Cafe back in business and SHAKES back to normal...well you know what I mean!

[Big Grin]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Varalent:
They just can't seem to keep up with him! (As if anyone could! [Roll Eyes] )

Only one person could keep up with him. And Icey was so impressed with that person that he became that person's campaign manager. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
quote:
Originally posted by Varalent:
They just can't seem to keep up with him! (As if anyone could! [Roll Eyes] )

Only one person could keep up with him. And Icey was so impressed with that person that he became that person's campaign manager. [Big Grin]
Sure, sure. If it works for you, keep believing that! [Roll Eyes]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Brrrrr! Cold outside the AM! Need my steaming hot coffee for sure this morning! Thanks FC!
 
Posted by Crujectra on :
 
I've had a cold for the past four days, and my throat is killing me [Frown]

Could I trouble you for a cup of herbal tea, Cramer dear?
 
Posted by STU on :
 
[grabs a chocolate croissant and rushes out the door to work]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Just what I need, a hot cuppa joe to wake me up, after class!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Crujectra:
I've had a cold for the past four days, and my throat is killing me [Frown]

Could I trouble you for a cup of herbal tea, Cramer dear?

Sorry to hear that Cru! Colds are the worst, especially this time of the year when they just won't go away! Let me know if you need someone to keep you warm Princess!
 
Posted by Crujectra on :
 
Luckily it's only a headcold at the moment.

A chest cold could be a major crisis for me [Wink]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Princess, I have a nice mix here with mullein, licorice and lemon verbena. Drink up!

(May I suggest you also cover up with a warm sweater?)
 
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
 
Caffeine!

Sorry to hear you are under the weather Princess. Hope you get feeling better quick.

I'll just take my usual, an iced chai and a croissant and be on my way. Lot of work to get done tonight.

Cheers all!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Princess, I have a nice mix here with mullein, licorice and lemon verbena. Drink up!

(May I suggest you also cover up with a warm sweater?)

Wow that sweater on you reminds me of Lana Turner from the nineteen fifties! Va-va-va-voom! Suddenly, I'm thirsty...
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Ahhh! The joys of a hot cup of coffee!

(surpassed only by the joys of a New York bagel with cream cheese!)
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
Wow that sweater on you reminds me of Lana Turner from the nineteen fifties!

Like Lana Turner, but Super-Sized for today's larger appetites.

[ December 03, 2003, 05:51 AM: Message edited by: STU ]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
Though the pastries at SHAKES were almost as good, the atmosphere was often an unusual one in which to be partaking of breakfast.

Still, I'll miss the donut/whiskey combo breakfast. There was something, I don't know....right about that.
 
Posted by Frog Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

I'd like a Rimborian croissant and a cup of hot chocolate, please.

So, what's new?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
And speaking of breakfast....

An egg sandwich with Tabasco and a glass of orange juice would be just the thing this morning.

Nice to see you back, FC.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Varalent:
(surpassed only by the joys of a New York bagel with cream cheese!)

I'd like a nice, toasty bagel with cream cheese and lox.

And my friend Mr. Free here would like a bagel with cream cheese and locks.
 
Posted by Crujectra on :
 
Gosh, what a difference a Nyquill-induced coma can make! I feel MUCH better this morning.

However, to be on the safe side, I think another herbal tea is in order.

And maybe a muffin [Big Grin]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
That's the great thing about this place -- there's always a wide array of muffins from which to choose. [Wink] [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Frog Kid on :
 
Sorry to interrupt, but what is Nyquill? [Confused]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Not to worry, FK, it's a medicine for colds.

[ December 03, 2003, 06:23 AM: Message edited by: Outdoor Miner ]
 
Posted by Frog Kid on :
 
Thanks!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
My pleasure.

And while I'm here, I'll think I'll grab me one of them little blueberry muffins.
 
Posted by Sonnie Bloke on :
 
Caffeine please!!

....and if you have a spare blueberry muffin there that would be great too...

[Big Grin]
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffeine!

Hmmm... I just can't believe that this fine establishment is deserted... But speaking of deserts... and Coffee...

Truth and justice shall Prevail!
(A cuppa joe and a Plueberry Muffin, Heaven in the morning)
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
I was running late this morning so never got my cup fo coffee. Please, please, please tell me there's a fresh pot brewed! [drool]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Oh good! Nice and fresh, just how I like it!

[Big Grin]

And I really shouldn't, but those Boston Cream donuts look delicious! Thanks, FC!

<grabs one on the way back out the door>
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Hangover bad... need Gatorade. Goodmorning everyone! It's already time for dinner and it's snowing here!
 
Posted by Sonnie Bloke on :
 
COFFEEEEEE!

Thanks Cramer you devine soul you....
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Oh, bless you Cramer! Can always count on a freshly brewed pot all ready when I get here in the morning!

And now for your daily weather report from the tropics....It's still cold!!!! 44 F!!

Someone sue the Florida Visitors Bureau for deceptive advertising please!
 
Posted by Juan on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Varalent:
And now for your daily weather report from the tropics....It's still cold!!!! 44 F!!

Someone sue the Florida Visitors Bureau for deceptive advertising please!

It's about the same here in Vancouver (tee-hee)...

Juan
 
Posted by STU on :
 
It's chilly everywhere! I'd love to have a huge, fresh-out-of-the oven cinnamon roll to go with my hot cocoa, please! [Smile]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Just enough time for a quick cuppa and a sweet roll before heading out...

[ December 10, 2003, 04:37 AM: Message edited by: Abin Quank ]
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Caffeine!!!

Gosh its ages since I called in for a brew. Nice to see the place hasn’t changed much.

Now I'll just shift that youngster out of my chair! Harumph! Youngsters today, no sense of the proprieties of life.!

Now my own chair, a warm fire, a cup of “damn fine coffee” and a quick read of the Times.

Bliss.
[Big Grin]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
[STU jams two bearclaws, a cinnamon roll, and a pain au chocolat in his pockets and runs out the door, late for work]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
I was running so late this morning that I didn't even have time for my morning cup! So I think I'll take a coffee break now! [Razz]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
People seem a little rushed today, except for Faraway. i guess the new administration is already hard at work. Perhaps I could offer teleportation service to Fearless Leader's mansion-under-construction?

Since I don't wish to favour the powerful, I'll hire a Kwai delivery person to take coffee to everyone else, wherever they may be.

However, I really do encourage everyone to slow down, take time to smell and drink the coffee.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Well, I have enough time to settle down for a cup o'joe. Maybe a pop-tart too! What? I lived off those in college [Smile] !
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Perhaps we could have a late night snack? Travelling makes one hungry.

[ December 10, 2003, 09:50 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Now there's a cyber-face we haven't seen for a while! Happy to see you back, Semi - hope the coffee hit the spot.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Going to need it extra hot this morning! Another cold front came through last night. Brrrrr!!!!

(and maybe a nice, warm, cinnamon roll)
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Quiet in here this morning. Think I'll have a nice hot turkey sandwhich. And then a piece of Cramer's famous and fabulous, thousand year old fruit-cake, soaked lovingly is jamaican rum and madiera. Then I'll be walking, not driving.

[ December 12, 2003, 12:00 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
May I join you, Sir?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Yeah, have a seat, Vee. This fruit-cake is really "interesting". Here, have a slab, er I mean slice. <hic>
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I think I'll stop in here for a quick cup of joe before I start drinking, and for the company of the ever-pleasant Ms. Cramer [Smile]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Just enough time for my morning cup of FC's heavenly brew and then it's off to work!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Monday morning = extra strong coffee and lots of it!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Thanks FC! Just what this morning calls for.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Hmm, I just had a drink from the Starfield Lounge, and a couple more from SHAKES.

To continue the Monday morning/afterparty theme, I guess I'll just have a slice of rum cake here and be on my way...
 
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
 
Caffeine!

I hope Cramer has some of that strong coffee left. Caroline and I could both use a cup after the 45 minute drive into work. Damn my ulcers and give me a 32 oz. cup at least!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Shovelling my car out of the snow before work? I need a bit of Irish coffee this morning after that debacle...
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine! Nothing like a cup o' joe to start the day!

Ms. Cramer, I hope you caught my post during the inaugural that offered you a dance! Next time, then [Wink] ?
 
Posted by rickshaw1 on :
 
Lightning, i feel for ya. 36 years old and i have acid reflux. My body is fading fast...must...have...slice...blueberry...cheesecake...fading...

ohhhh, thats goood. Yummy!
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
hmmmm cheeesecake.

Actually I'm starting to fill up on the family recipe apple sauce cake. Always the first to go at the bake sales. Here, I'll leave a couple.

A dark roast for me please.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blockade Boy:

Actually I'm starting to fill up on the family recipe apple sauce cake. Always the first to go at the bake sales. Here, I'll leave a couple.

Leave the recipe too, BB - or is it a family secret?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:

Ms. Cramer, I hope you caught my post during the inaugural that offered you a dance! Next time, then [Wink] ?

Of course, Cobie - although people will probably ask if you're my grandson!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Just popping in for my morning cup! Hope you have extra tomorrow, it's supposed to be frigid around here!
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Caffeine!

Just popping in to warn you FC i may need a lot of coffee tomorrow. Office party dontcha know. [Smile]

These things can go one of two ways and if it goes the second way I may need a good hangover cure.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
[mumbling because of sticky bun in mouth while putting on jacket and running out door]

Later!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Faraway Lad:
Caffeine!

Just popping in to warn you FC i may need a lot of coffee tomorrow. Office party dontcha know. [Smile]

These things can go one of two ways and if it goes the second way I may need a good hangover cure.

There will be lots of strong coffee tomorrow morning and hot from the oven baked goods for sleepy or hungover people. Also good for warming up folks in the state of Florartica!

We can waltz around the espresso machine - that's good for the soul.
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Caffeine!

Well no hangover but I did have a good time. still in a good mood.

(Takes Cramers hands and slowly waltz's around the espresso machine)

Thank you my dear. Kisses hand and smiles.

Now I need a bacon butty with loads of brown sauce, a large mug of strong black coffee and a few moments peace and tranquility before I get on with my job.
 
Posted by Princess Crujectra on :
 
Brrrrr! There's a chilly wind blowing outside. Can I get a nice hot mug of hazelnut-vanilla coffee? [Smile]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Checking in from the frigid state of Florartica, and I DO mean frigid! I'm ready for that waltz whenever you are FC, it'll help get the blood moving and warm the body some. That nice hot mug of coffee will help in that department as well as will the hot sticky buns! Thanks!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:

Ms. Cramer, I hope you caught my post during the inaugural that offered you a dance! Next time, then [Wink] ?

Of course, Cobie - although people will probably ask if you're my grandson!
Let them speculate all they want! The denizens of Legion World love us for everything we do! [Wink]

Oh, and I'll have a cup of joe, black please!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
I'm beginning to think Gates transported Florida to the North Pole!

Florartica Daily AM Weather Report: 34 F
Expected High Temp: 60 F
Expected Overnight Low Temp: 26 F
Wind Chill Factor Today: Will feel as if it's 42 F

Fire up the coffee pots FC, I'll be in an out for some all day long!
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
And he’s put Newcastle in its place. Its deceptively mild, glorious sunshine and I am at work supping a beer (opened for me by one of my bosses and hand delivered to my desk no less) Prior to heading out to my third office party this week.

I need a break all this fun is killin me
[Confused]
 
Posted by Sonnie Bloke on :
 
CAFFIENE!!

I'm just on from my third Xmas lunch of the week to find a tub of chocolats from my director on my desk! I'm sure it's meant for my assistants but does anyone feel like being cheeky and having one or two before I pass the box around the office?

They are "Celebrations" and the 'teasers' are MINE.....
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Certainly! [Big Grin]

Cheers, Sonnie! [Smile]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Mind if I dunk them in my mug of steaming hot coffee, Sonnie?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Well, I haven't been here for a while. How about a slice of beef brisket and a side of ratatouille? I'll have some mineral water as well.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Brrrrr!! Aother chilly morning is my tropical paradise! Well, at least the coffee here is great!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Yeowch! That's the last time I fall asleep while trying to drink soup!

[ December 20, 2003, 04:55 AM: Message edited by: Invisible Brainiac ]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
[lol] Have to be a little more careful there IB!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I think I'll need an herbal tea today to help me with my sore throat [Frown] Luckily the atmosphere in this place is comforting [Smile] !
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
ZZZZZZ..... Huh, what? Oops, sorry, but the stuffed chairs here are just perfect! ZZZZZZZZZZ.....
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
I think a nice hot chocolate would be perfect right about now! Mmm mmm!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
First day of winter - and we feel it in the north (and Florida? - I'm getting worried about the orange crop!). I've lit candles for the Solstice, even though it officially passed a few hours ago.

As usual, lots of hot coffee, tea and morning foods available.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
FC, so far the orange crop hasn't been damaged. Looks like we've bottomed out here in Florartica and should expect to see a slight warming trend over the next few days. Still, we'll only see highs in the upper 50/lower 60s today, so I'll still need plenty of coffee to keep me warm!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Maybe you can keep warm with something else, Vee... [devil]

...like a delicious beverage from chocolatte...! [angel]

[Wink]
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
*Purr*

So this is baby sister's place. Nice...

Hmmm... She must have been expecting me to drop by there's some cream in a bowl and a serving of rat pie waiting behind the cat door. How Nice. Maybe I'll forgive her for Atlantic City.

*Purr*
 
Posted by Pagan Lass on :
 
This must be the place those two nice ladies said I should visit. Herbal Tea? Waiting for me at the table? How Nice!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
How DOES Fat Cramer do it? The service is just perfect!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Mmm, this cream of mushroom soup is the best I've ever tasted, and my lasagna is superb! How come this place isn't advertised on TV yet?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
No advertising, IB. It would interfere with the magic.

And Pagan Lass - there's some spelt pretzels here for you. I understand that they were a traditional pagan food.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Invisible Brainiac:
How DOES Fat Cramer do it? The service is just perfect!

Perhaps, because it's self-serve. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
A huge stack of chocolate-chip pancakes would be perfect right now.

Unfortunately, I've no time to sit and eat, so...

[STU slides huge stack of chocolate-chip pancakes into his pocket and runs out the door]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'm here for lunch. A big bowl of soup would be nice.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Gotten a whole lot colder here - hot coffee with warm cinnamon raisin buns for me.

The northwest U.S. is chilled out and snowed under too, isn't it? The midwest is usually freezing. Oh, you poor southerners, risking sunburn in your short-sleeved shirts. Don't you get bored with palm trees? [Wink]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
You mean our palm trees with freezer burn Cramer? [Big Grin]

Temp here is currently 42 and expected to rise to 56 for today's high.
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffeine!

Ah, a hot cuppa joe, and a warm cinnibun, just the ticket on a cold morning!

Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(or maybe three hot cinnibuns?)
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'll have a nice, refreshing iced tea please. [PolarBoy]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
It is FREEZING outside! A hot cup of coffee will do and maybe a warm muffin.

Both my boss and my Dad have that terrible flu going around, I really hope I don't get sick again...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
It's pretty grey, here and rain is threatening. Feels like a good day for a warm chicken salad.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Palm trees with freezer burn? I forgot to tell Cake Kid that Florartica has been reclassified as a northern state. The palm trees have been rebooted as sugar maples. Have a nice day!

(Is San Francisco floating yet?)
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
What's up Mme Cramer? Nope, were not floating yet. However, a couple of days ago, you could have sailed toy boats in my back yard.

[ January 07, 2004, 02:37 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Just went outside again, sooooooooo freezing! I might need a cup of coffee real quick! I'm gonna be real cold tonight when I go out, especially since Wednesday is the designated night for me and my bro to go out drinking!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Wednesday night is a good night to curl up with a hot chocolate and a stack of new comics... [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Is there a fireplace at Cafe Cramer?
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Sure! I use it to roast marshmallows for my s'mores, when it's too cold to start a fire outside.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The fireplace is roaring this morning, only slightly louder than the wind outside. It is so cold, I made something substantial for breakfast. Blueberry pancakes, scrambled eggs, back bacon, biscuits, hash browns - and of course, the usual range of grab-it-and-run baked goods.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Oh yeah, the perfect breakfast after being thrown out of Shakes for being underage... [Smile]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Help yourself, IB, but I reckon you might want something cold and refreshing - so I added a fruit salad. Can't forget the palm tree set!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
The fireplace is roaring this morning, only slightly louder than the wind outside. It is so cold, I made something substantial for breakfast. Blueberry pancakes, scrambled eggs, back bacon, biscuits, hash browns - and of course, the usual range of grab-it-and-run baked goods.

Just the way to start the day. Well with a large Cuppa Joe and some OJ to wash it all down.
 
Posted by Sanity or Madness? on :
 
Caffine

Hmm... not bad for a first visit. I'll take raspberry pancakes with some chilled lemonade (no ice) please [Smile]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
A nice cup of Coffee and some pigs in a blanket are the best way to kill this hangover today...


FC, have we told you lately how much we love you?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Even colder this morning - so I really cranked up the fireplace and set up a few fans to circulate the warm air. All the usual comestibles and beverages available.

Saw my dentist yesterday and she was making a few pointed remarks about how much coffee I must drink.... better start hitting those herbal teas.

[ January 09, 2004, 12:27 AM: Message edited by: Fat Cramer ]
 
Posted by Sonnie Bloke on :
 
Caffeine!

I have a doctos appoinyment this morning to finish off my holiday jabs and I had a very late one last night so need an extra strong and sweet expresso today...

many thanks FC, this place is a life saver!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Caffeine!

Ohhh! Nice and warm here FC, thanks! I've missed my morning coffee so it's nice to be back.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

A cup o' joe should get me started on this nice afternoon...
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine! Can't have myself falling asleep in class now, can i?
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Think I'll have a cafe con leche this morning.

[ January 10, 2004, 04:00 AM: Message edited by: Varalent ]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine.

Man, I haven't been in here in an age.

Cool, the cold pizza I stashed is still here. Mmmm...old anchovies....
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Still super cold, so I installed a woodstove. The fireplace is still going 'cause it looks so inviting, but we seemed to need some extra heat.

Hot gingerbread muffins just coming out of the oven. I am officially decaffeinated, after 5 days of light misery, but there's plenty of the hard stuff brewed for anyone needing that wake-up fix. Fresh ground!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Still freezing outside, but now with snow covering the side walks!

Time for a cup o' joe!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine.

Pardon me while I just snag a croissant or twelve. Thanks.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Miner, you're burning the midnight oil! I better put on extra coffee for the night owls here.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
I think I'll have a large BLT, with lots of ketchup and some lemonade?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I need a cup of coffee for today...still cold enough to make me tired all day...
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffeine!

Just the ticket, a nice hot Cuppa Joe and a few (dozen?) hot banana nut muffins!

Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(on a full stomach)
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Some hot soup would be nice. Cream of mushroom, I think, with lots of crunchy croutons and a sprinkling of bacon bits.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Some hot coffee is just what I need for this cold morning. Oh, and a day off from work, which I have every Thursday [Wink]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
With a big snow storm outside, a cup of coffee is just the thing for a mid-Sunday afternoon!
 
Posted by Beagz on :
 
Ooooooooohhhh .........
A hot, steaming cup of coffee sounds GREAT!!!!!

Maybe even spiked with hot chocolate!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Hot chocolate sounds just about right.

And half a bagel with some garlic hummus as a snack.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Hot chocolate, definitely. And some lasagna.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'll have some hot chocolate, half a bagel with garlic hummus, lasagna, and a bacon sandwich.

To go, please.

[ January 19, 2004, 09:30 AM: Message edited by: STU ]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Hi FC! You have no idea how much I've missed your Cafe in the morning!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
You have no idea we've missed you!

And this afternoon I'll have a cup of coffee (black) to get rejuvenated after work!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Hey Varalent! Glad you could stop by. We now have two competent and lovely young women, Sara and Anne, working here (at least that's what I read in Cobie's "Price of Security" story.

Stu had to go and mention a bacon sandwich! Last time someone did that, I had bacon on the brain for 3 days, then finally went and bought some for BLTs.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Yeah, I really like the two sisters who work here now, Sara and Anne! Very cute and very reliable [Smile]

Anne and I get along just fine [Wink] , and I think Sara has a pretty big crush on Invisible Brainiac, but you didn't hear that from me...
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Hee hee. [Smile]

I think someone should open up a bacon boutique on LW -- along the lines of chocolatte, it would have an exotic and alluring name.

Maybe: baconne... [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Really? Sara likes me?

(quickly grabs comb, mirror and hair gel, and runs to the nearest rest room.)

(Emerges three hours later with meticulously styled hair, and smelling of cologne, with newly whitened teeth.)

(The inside of the restroom is now covered with tissue paper, and the mirrors cannot be seen anymore because of all the hair gel slopped onto them.)

So, where IS Sara, anyway?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
She's behind the counter IB! But her sister told me she's shy (unlike her sister [Wink] ), so be slow with her [Smile] .

Baconne ? Could this be another genius idea Stu? Maybe the two of us could open up a whole chain of these types of places, that only open at specific times during the week?

We have to make sure that we don't take away business from Cafe Cramer though (I like it here!). Maybe a late night diner of some sort...?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
"Baconne" would be a great take-out - people could bring the chow to the Café and eat it here.

Invisible Brainiac - better get back to the washroom and clean up that mess, pronto!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Maybe they could deliver right to your table at Cafe Cramer! That would be great!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Caffeine!

Good morning FC! Hot cup of coffee is just what I need this morning. Thanks!
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Purr**

I Like Bacon, Cloned Green Bacon!

**Purr**
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Poor Cloned Green Pig, may he be dressed in peace.

I'll have a cloned green BLT now, if you don;t mind. [Smile]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Hey, Cloned Green Pig is a good man, er, pig! I like the old hero myself!

I'd rather have cloned green monkey myself [Wink] But for breakfast, I'll just have a cup of joe...
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Purr**

Cloned Green Monkey Back-On?

Strange Idea... Ongoing Strange Idea...

**Purr**
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine

The Meat thread's gotten me a bit a bit hungry. Think I'll just whip a bacon and pepperoni sandwich with some honey mustard. And a hot chocolate.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Ohhh, hot chocolate sounds good!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Hot chocolate with essence of bacon...
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Uhhhhhhh.....okay! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
There are flavored drinks and then there are......flavored drinks.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
How do you liquefy bacon? Or do you just add bacon bits?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Liquid Smoke. (Seriously, I've never tried it but there's a product to give a smoky taste to dishes without adding the smoked meat product.)

Coffee with a bit of smoky bacon flavouring would give it that campfire taste. I made a pot - it's in the carafe with the smiling pig.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Thanks Cramer! Got me a hot mug and a croisssant. I'm all set! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
But I never eat bacon without ketchup...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I prefer my bacon plain.

But I like my eggs with plenty of Tobasco and ketchup.

Speaking of which.....
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'm going to have a delicious stack of blueberry muffins and ...
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Suddenly I have a craving for some spaghetti, with lots of meatballs and a large helping of cheese on top.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
What's to read here? A great cafe like Cramer's must have an excellent selection of world newspapers. What's everyone's favorite? Personally, I like the liberal bent of the Toronto Star.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The Saturday Globe & Mail is okay - at least it takes more than 5 minutes to read it, even if it's not on my wavelength. Same with the Sunday New York Times.

Of course, we have a full range of international papers and a wide variety of other publications. Right now I'm going through back issues of Resurgence magazine, published in England.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Well, I'll have a nice cup of coffee and check out some of this radical/liberal magazines over here...
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Hmmm, I think I'll sit and read a bit myself while I enjoy some of Cramer's delicious coffee. Maybe this copy of the Weekly Standard since no one else seems to be interested in it. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I'll have a glass of milk and a Biscotti. Oh, and a copy of the Weekly World News.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Don't mind me; I'm just sitting in the corner with a whiskey and a well-worn copy of Playsentient...
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
Need.
Tea.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Here. It. Is! [Smile]
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
Thank you. [Smile]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Ummm! Smell that fresh brewed coffee. The better picker upper!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Some more hot chocolate for me, with lots of marshmallows and a nice big cheeseburger, please.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
A cup of coffee is just what I need this morning, especially after sleeping well past noon!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Been up since 4 AM for no good reason. I need to relax with some cold anchovy pizza and a copy of MOJO.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I'm up at 4 AM every morning. It's good for the soul. Of course, I don't last much past 9 PM... now that I'm only drinking decaffeinated, I actually sleep less. Caffeine was poisoning me.

Anyways, here's your pizza. You like that just cold or on ice?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Just cold, thanks.

I'm normally up at 5 AM to get to work and this does not seem to have done much for my soul.

In honor of your lifestyle change, should we stop using "caffeine" as the entry word?
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Outdoor Miner:
I'm normally up at 5 AM to get to work ...

[Eek!]

Wretched, indeed.

(I'm not what one would call a "morning person.")
 
Posted by Lightning Lad on :
 
Don't you get up early too Stu? Caroline and I are up at 4:00 am to be to work by 5:30. But I need my caffeine since I usually stay up past midnight every night.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
On occasion, I do have to get up really early, but I sure as hell ain't happy about it. And I generally let everyone know all morning long how unhappy I am. [Wink]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
"Caffeine" is still the entry word, in honor of my 35-year love affair with that drug of choice. Besides, decaf still has some caffeine.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine, then. I could sure use some in the next few days... I can't believe we're required to submit projects in even Phys Ed, Math and Chinese Lit! *grumble grumble grumble* What a way to spend the next two weeks in preparation for the school fair...

Sorry 'bout that, hope I'm not spoiling the happy atmosphere here at Cafe Cramer.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Invisible Brainiac:
What a way to spend the next two weeks in preparation for the school fair...

Sounds more like the school unfair to me...!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I get up at 6:00 a.m. to do my work-out and get to work by 8:45 a.m. I'd like to sleep in later and I could, but then I'd have to do the work out after work -- and I would absolutely hate that. I'm a morning person, I guess. I generally go to bed at 10:00 p.m.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Special this week, for all the early risers (willing and unwilling): Blue Mountain coffee @ $76 a pound!
Free to LW members, of course.

I just read that our Governor General, Adrienne Clarkson, buys this variety every week. Free to her, of course. We taxpayers supply it.

Go first class or stay on the farm (or the DC Boards) is my motto. Nothing but the best for the best, and that's all of you.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
$76 a pound? That must be the most expensive coffee in the world. Sure beats my $7.99 a pound Safeway esspresso or my $10.99 Peets coffee (when I splurge). How do I get her job?
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
$76 a pound? That must be the most expensive coffee in the world.

Maybe it's $76 Cdn. [Big Grin] [Wink]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Blue Mountain? at that price it should be Solid Gold Mountain!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Cramey, that Blue Mountain coffee is delicious! I love getting expensive stuff for free, just one of the reasons I work security [Wink] !

And IB, that sounds like your next two weeks are not going to be the most fun at school...we'll be thinking of you!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Not just no fun at school, but pretty soon no fun at home either, since they're all going to be spilling into OUR personal time... Once all the topics are announced, we're gonna have to knuckle down just to finish all of them in time... Thank goodness staistics and Math are out of the way! That only leaves Chemistry, Filipino, Phys Ed (I still can't believe this one...), Chinese Lit., History, the play we have to put on and the two booths we have to plan for and man. And all within the next two weeks...

Thanks, Cobie. Sigh... I think I'll have a large dose of caffeine after I get what might be the last good night's rest I have in a while. Sorry for the moaning, guys. Hope I'll still be able to check back here every day. Oh well, least summer vacation's coming up soon. [Smile]
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Purr**

Abin keeps threatening to send me to obedience school. I hope he does. I need to learn new ways to make him obey.

**Purr**
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine! I think a nice cup of joe is what I need this morning...

And IB, keep focusing on Summer Vacation...
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Purr**

Hi Cobie, would you please pour me a bowl of milk?

**Purr**
 
Posted by Povvin the Martian on :
 
From a cow! Make sure he gets it from a cow! [Eek!]

Sure, he says it's "heavy cream"... [no]

[ February 03, 2004, 07:29 AM: Message edited by: Povvin the Martian ]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Aw, c'mon Pov, that's my favorite trick [Wink] ...
 
Posted by Povvin the Martian on :
 
I know... [Mad]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I think I need some extra strong coffee after all the underhanded dealing going on on Legion World...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I think nothing says "political intrigue" quite like mint tea and a Toblerone, myself.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Cafés have traditionally been locales of political plotting and rebellion....
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
...particularly if there's a shortage of coffee. Fortunately that is never the case at Cramer's! One more for the road FC. Rebellion is thirsty work.
 
Posted by His imperial majesty, STU on :
 
[STU walks out of the kitchen, wearing an apron and a bright smile]

Hi, everyone! I know I've felt a little distanced from the good people I serve.

So, I've decided to try to reconnect in a personal and friendly way.

I've baked some delicious brownies for everyone to share! Who's first? [Smile]
 
Posted by Sanity or Madness? on :
 
Caffine.

I'll just have a baked potato with tuna & bacon and a glass of cold lemonade
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Uh, I'll hold off on the brownies...


FC, how are you?

*whisper* We can meet at Bevis' boutique later for a resistance meeting in his backroom and Cafe Cramer is always a good place as well. Make sure to pass the word onto Stoopid Cat, Outdoor Miner and Lightning Lad, and any who stand with us. I'll have updates on word of the armies of the Triumvirate. *end whisper*

I cup of coffee is what I need...
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
*raises eyebrow*

STU, baking brownies? This is awfully like Tinya's nightmare in Legion 9, you know. Still, I LOVE brownies! Should I take one? Hm...
 
Posted by Giant Cobalt Amoeba on :
 
Caffeine!

Nothing like a cup of coffee to start a day of peace talks and getting Legion World back in business! Now if only I can find my amoeba mouth!
 
Posted by Doctor One on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Giant Cobalt Amoeba:
Caffeine!

Nothing like a cup of coffee to start a day of peace talks and getting Legion World back in business! Now if only I can find my amoeba mouth!

No mouths in amoebae. Just pour the coffee onto yourself, you should be able to absorb it through pinocytosis.
 
Posted by Giant Cobalt Amoeba on :
 
Thanks again Juan! Without your help, I don't know what I'd do! Being an amoeba can get so complicated!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Hey! Why are all the coffee cups coated with slime? <Quick burst of green energy cleans up Cobie's trail>

Guess I better find Cobie and change him back.

Hope I have better luck with him than I did with his statue...
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Uh Oh! This could get messy! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Oh Ye of little faith...
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Now that things have settled down to normal here on LW, I guess I can put my feet up and linger over my decaf and reading this morning.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I think I'm going to stick with with my diet today.

[takes just *half* of an enormous, frosting-covered cinnamon roll]
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Can I have the other half? What with the mostly sleepless nights these past two weeks, I don't have to worry about gaining wieght at all. [Frown] But at least it'll all be over in a couple of days...
 
Posted by Giant Cobalt Amoeba on :
 
It'll all be over soon IB, and then you can settle down for a nice cup of coffee and some relaxation like FC!

Speaking of which, I'll have another cup of coffee, although I feel pretty bad about the green slime left in my wake...I can't have Abin cleaning up after me all day long. I think I'm going to have to really figure out a way to change myself back since Stu can't do it...

Abin, can you change me back? Maybe the LMBP Spectre? I guess I can have Doctor One re-shrink me some I'm not a Giant Amoeba anymore too...
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
You could always infect someone for the time being. Not that I'm volunteering or anything...! [Smile]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Giant Cobalt Amoeba:
It'll all be over soon IB, and then you can settle down for a nice cup of coffee and some relaxation like FC!

Speaking of which, I'll have another cup of coffee, although I feel pretty bad about the green slime left in my wake...I can't have Abin cleaning up after me all day long. I think I'm going to have to really figure out a way to change myself back since Stu can't do it...

Abin, can you change me back? Maybe the LMBP Spectre? I guess I can have Doctor One re-shrink me some I'm not a Giant Amoeba anymore too...

No problem Cobie, Everything is set up in your office.

Now I need a cuppa, before I clean up all the slime trails.
 
Posted by Sanity or Madness? on :
 
Caffine

Strong black expresso please.

And Cobalt - if Dr1 shrinks you, you'll fit in my restoration chamber so I can revert you to human form.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Now that it's safe again on LW and STU is all cuddly again, I thought I'd drop in for lunch.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
A nice cup of herbal tea would go great right now.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Caffein!!

Just enough time for a nice hot cup of coffee before heading off to work.
 
Posted by Bedlam Lad on :
 
How about a big mug of hot chocolate? That would really hit the spot.
 
Posted by Giant Cobalt Amoeba on :
 
Caffeine!

Ah, a nice cup of coffee...

(sorry about the slime...)
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Mop!

Thats the magic word that takes me around to all of Cobie's messes. Amazing how he's been back to normal for almost a full day but these slime trails appear wherever he goes.

Hmmm... Maybe him being back to normal is the illusion...
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Oh, well at least here I can get the best Cuppa Joe on LW.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine!

I just need enough caffeine to last me 'til Wednesday, and then I drop like a bag of hammers! Yes, sweet, sweet sleep (real sleep), I'm coming!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Umm um um! Smell that fresh brewed coffee! Coffee in the morning is one of the joys of life. Thanks FC!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Wow, nothing like a nice cup of joe to get me started! There's so many threads on the Monitor Board these days that are active! I need constant energy for them!

Mop! That should get Abin here now...
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Ahhh a hot cuppa joe and bumping Cobie's stature off of page one at the same time... Can life get any better?
 
Posted by Sanity or Madness? on :
 
Caffeine

Expresso strong & black plze
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
The statue never stays gone for long Abin!

In the meantime, I'll help myself to a nice cup of coffee and a banana!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
I think I'll just have a cup of herbal tea as I watch that damm statue slide back off of page one. (Thanks Vee)
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Ummm...you're welcome [Confused]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I'll have a nice cup of coffee to start the day!
 
Posted by Krypto the Superdog on :
 
Woof! [turns on the I'm-a-starving-puppy-who's-never-been-shown-the-least-bit-of-kindness-so-won't-you-please-feed-me look on every one in the Cafe.]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Oh, you sweet little doggie! Here's a nice big bowl of beef stew for you. Just curl up on that warm mat by the fireplace. As long as you treat the cats right, you can stay here.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Caffeine!

Perfect morning for a steaming cup of coffee. This is shaping up to be another brisk day in FL.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Oh, you sweet little doggie! Here's a nice big bowl of beef stew for you.

And here's an extra bowl as a reward for lifting your hind leg on Cobie's statue! [Wink]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Hey, now I'll have to rub your nose in it! I'd hate to do it, but puppies need to be trained after all...

And I think I'll have a nice cup of coffee this morning [Smile] !
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I wonder how IB is doing? Hopefully it hasn't been too hectic for him in school these last few weeks!

Here's to hoping that IB is back up to full posting power soon! And then back in the tag threads reminding us why he's one of Legion World's best writers [Smile] !
 
Posted by STU on :
 
[STU enjoys a pain au chocolat and a chocolat chaud while perusing Le Monde]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
You know, Stu, there was a song from the '70s about le pain au chocolat - every morning this beautiful woman would come to the bakery, order a pain au chocolat and the baker fell in love with her. I'll load it into the jukebox for you, once I dig out from this blizzard.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Ah, I think I'll have a small bowl of homemade chicken soup today...
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine! Ah, nothing like a nice cup o' joe to get the campaign started...


IB, wherever you are, come back, we miss you! I hope it all works out for you soon!!!

And FC, are you around? Haven't seen you in a few days, and I thought maybe I could pour you a nice cup of coffee... [Smile]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine.

A nice warm cup of hot chocolate seems in order right about now. And an oatmeal raisin cookie or three.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Oatmeal raisin...?! [No]

[Wink]
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
[Homer]"Mmmmm..... Oatmeal Raisin Shake...."[/Homer]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
[Homer] Mmmmm... smuggling raisins... [/Homer]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Oatmeal raisin shake? That's one to try....

I've been almost totally absorbed in a book for two days, Altered Carbon by Richard Morgan. Fortunately, Anne & Sara have kept everything running here and people seem to find what they need. Think I'll get some real caffeine in my system this afternoon. (Sets one foot upon the slippery slope of caffeine addiction...)
 
Posted by lil'rhino on :
 
I needs me some post-oscar eats!

lil'rhino
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Rhino, there's always a nice comfy chair and lots of chow for you!
 
Posted by lil'rhino on :
 
I'm lovin' my pizza burger deluxe, darling!

lil'rhino
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Hi Cramer! Hi everyone! I'm ready to dish out the Viands and listen to your Vision for Legion World!

Vee
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I think I'll just have a cup of coffee! As always, FC's Cafe is a delight.

Good to see you working hard though Vee!

Now if only IB could make his way back here!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Here's your coffee, Cobie! Good to see you here. I didn't realize IB was still having problems. Gosh, I hope he gets them sorted out soon. We miss his wit and participation.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq on :
 
Hmm... It is getting near lunch time for me. Let's see...

I'll have a hamburger Medium-well Done, a Diet Coke with lime, and I'll have some fries with that please.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Hey Quis, glad you stopped in to Visit! Let me get your Victuals for you.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
What was it IB liked for breakfast? Bacon with catsup? Place your order telepathically, IB - I'll have it sent out through the Phantom Zone to you!

Hope everyone else is finding everything they need here. Food & beverage-wise, that is! Plus there's a whole new shipment of magazines for March.
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
Hi FC, Hi Vee! Just stopped by for a bagel, a sit, and to see a possible future leader of the Free World.

This is always a good place to celebrity watch. No cameras, pundits, or posses.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Hope you don't mind FC, but besides the Marxist historian magazines and the Noam Chomskey stuff I ordered, I also orderd *stutter of embarrassment*...Maxim [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
Hope you don't mind FC, but besides the Marxist historian magazines and the Noam Chomskey stuff I ordered, I also orderd *stutter of embarrassment*...Maxim [Big Grin]

Trust Cobie to get some soft core for us. Did you also get back issues of the Abercrombie and Fitch Catalogues?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Cobie, we appreciate and encourage a wide range of reading material. You might be surprised at how many world leaders and wannabes read Maxim.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blockade Boy:
Hi FC, Hi Vee! Just stopped by for a bagel, a sit, and to see a possible future leader of the Free World.

This is always a good place to celebrity watch. No cameras, pundits, or posses.

That's one of the reason's I picked it for my first Campaign Work Day location, BB. Besides, Cramer's is always such a great place at which to spend some time.
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
Yeah, and some surprises too, watching the boss drool over that Maxim. I always figured him for a "Guns and Hoses" kinda guy.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Thanks to Fats Cramer for allowing me to spend my first "Campaign Work Day" at her Cafe! I had a blast and enjoyed spending time with all the patrons!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
A giant breakfast with everything, Fat Cramer!
Don't worry, I'm sure Vee or one of the other candidates would be glad to pay for it. [Big Grin]

Man, I missed this place! I missed you guys too!
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Purr**

Pay? Sure IB, I'll Pay. [LOL]

(It's free, BTW, but until the election is over, I ain't tellin him. [LOL] )

**Purr**
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
It's always all you can eat here, IB - growing lads need their food. And I'm sure if we ever have to start charging for chow, Stoopid Cat will be happy to pick up your tab. What are friends for?

Vee did such a great job here yesterday, I'm hoping to hire him someday. Unless the Shameless Hussies make him an offer he can't refuse Friday night.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
FC, they make him an offer like that every Friday!

If Stoopid Cat is picking up the tab, I'll have an extra muffin [Wink] !
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I'll have four fried chickens and a Coke.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Stoopid Cat's picking up the tab? I'll have three Shameless Hunks & some whipped cream on the side [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Here's Icey, Lash and Sonnie, Vee! Should I get three more for Semi?
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
This should be interesting. Maybe Semi and Vee can have an eating contest?
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
Wow I'm hungry!!!!
 
Posted by Magnetic Kid on :
 
[LOL]
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Cafe Cramer: Where the "food" bites back! Or should that be kisses back?

[ March 07, 2004, 06:24 AM: Message edited by: Invisible Brainiac ]
 
Posted by Danny Blaine on :
 
LOL. I want three shameless hunks too!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Hm... I wonder if Fat Cramer will approve of all the Shameless Hunk-eating going on around here?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Fat Cramer just looks the other way and is pleased that people are enjoying themselves. And each other.

Still, "Shameless Hunk" sounds like a great name for a sandwich.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
What would be in it? A large hotdog with plenty of mayonnaise?

[ March 07, 2004, 10:02 PM: Message edited by: Invisible Brainiac ]
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Aaaaah... It feels so good to relax in Cafe Cramer, doesn't it? This is one of the places that really spells "home" for me.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
IB, you're a regular here. I think I'll put you in charge of... something! Baked good inventory control? Reading material subscriptions? Keeping the woodstove going?
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffiene!

Hi Cramey. I just dropped by to grab a quick cuppa and see if your brother is here. That cat is sometimes more trouble than he's worth. Now he's running around looking for a smoke filled room so he can learn to be a real politician. [LOL]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
He was here and "borrowed" $50 off me - said he had a hot date and scooted out the kitchen door. I was always a sucker for that cat.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Hmmm... Borrowed $50 from you and his box of catnip is gone...

Guess I better check the Security Office, if he's not locked up yet, it won't be long...
 
Posted by Jinx on :
 
*meow*?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Jinx! What a pleasure to see you! Sit down and have a bowl of tuna cakes.
 
Posted by Jinx on :
 
*ppuuuurrrr*!!!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Wow, nothing like seeing my favorite felines all having a quick snack together!

I think a cup of coffee is what I need to keep the blood flowing...and some relaxation in the post-election scandal world.

(And this new underground "Alternative to Capitalism" book should be nice too...)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
"Alternative to Capitalism"? I don't think we've even tried real capitalism yet. Of course, the Café is a true alternative to capitalism. And the coffee's always fresh and hot.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
And that's just what I'm looking for FC! A cup of coffee, fresh and hot! Um Ummm!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
FC, I'll be glad to help out here at the Cafe! Consider me your new errand boy!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Okay IB - run over to Sara's house with this chicken pot pie, please.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
And behave yourself young man! (Pst, take your time, I'll cover for you [Wink] ). Give my best to Anne!

And I think a nice cup of coffee is just what I need at mid-day today...
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
FC and Cobie, you rock!

I won't be back for a while, though... I'm taking Sara to an amusement park to celebrate the first day of summer vacation!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
**sniff** They grow up so fast....
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Were any of us ever that young once...? [Wink]

Next thing you know he'll want to borrow the keys to the cruiser or try to replace the silver ale with bono-juice...
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Oh, right... the cruiser...

Um... You know that dent on the door? That really BIG dent? Well, it wasn't caused by a stray magno-ball...
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Ahh, smell that wonderful freshbrewed scent! Just what I crave at the moment. Good morning my fair lady Cramer. How are you today?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Nothing like a coffee from Cafe Cramer to get the week started right...
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine!

I could use some. I spent the last two days in an amusement park, and now I'm nicely suntanned and I'm all tired out... But it sure was fun. [Smile]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Feel free to take a nap at the Villa, IB! All that fun sure can tire you out! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
It's usually quiet here on the weekends. People come and go, nobody's in a big rush - time for some blueberry buttermilk pancakes. And a dose of caffeine to jump start the mind.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Blueberry buttermilk pancakes sound wonderful! Are there any left to have my my dose of caffeine, FC?
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
How about some chocolate chip cookies? I [Love] chocolate chip cookies!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine! I don't know about you all, but as the weather warms up, my addiction to coffee does not seem to wane in the least...
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Repeat after me coffee is not addictive, I just can't get enough! Coffee is not addictive, I just can't ...
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Coffee addictive? I can stop anytime. Anytime soon. Maybe next week.

In the meantime, a nice pot of arabica to start the weekend.
 
Posted by Harbinger on :
 
Mind if I join you in a cup FC?

That is if we both fit [Smile]
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Aren't you afraid that you'll burn up? Unless it's iced tea, that is.
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
FC! I need something to calm me down.

[Mad] [Mad] [Mad]

That darn Royal Inquisitor is trying to make a deal by turning state's evidence.

Give me a triple-double cafe-mocha with a shot of caffeine.


Uh...please [Embarrassed]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Attention all Alt-IDs: You are always welcome at the Café. Linzer Torte and chocolate cheesecake available this week, in addition to our standard fine baked goods.
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Good afternoon FC, It's been far too long since I have been here to partake of your fine comestibles. Oh, and while I'm here your brother asked me to pass along a message; He said to tell you that he hasn't been as comfortable anywhere as he is at DR. K. Nine's since the last time you two went to Atlantic City. I hope that eases your mind somewhat.

Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(what could a pair of cats do in Atlantic City?)

[ March 30, 2004, 02:20 PM: Message edited by: Space Ranger ]
 
Posted by Queen Connie on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Space Ranger:
(what could a pair of cats do in Atlantic City?)

Whatever they wish, Space Ranger! Everyone that knows cat knows that!
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
My, chocolate cheesecake, that's quite the aphrodisiac. It makes me feel a bit promiscuous.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

A nice cup of joe would be great right now!

FC, I was hoping to talk to you. Tell me about Queen Connie and what you know about her? Is she friendly, or is she a threat to Legion World?

She's arrived at a strange point at Legion World, and has been sucked right into the tension of the alt ID craziness. It almost appears that there is a secret war going on between Alt ID's and felines? Do you know anything about this...?
 
Posted by Queen Connie on :
 
***Meow***

Such an intelligent boy! I have high hopes for this human. I might even claim him if he doesn't already belong to Cramer.

***Meow***
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Just popped in for some caffeine. I need to stay alert because I have a feeling that somebody - or something - is stalking me.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I don't know about you but
science is going to have to
come up with a lot more evidence
before I'll believe that
a good cup of coffee is
anything but a blessing."


- Albert Huffstickler, from Why I Write in Coffee Houses and Diners
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Caffeine!

'morning Cramer! I've been craving a cup of your coffee all weekend! Mmmmmm mmm!
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
This place is great for a girl like me that's hungry and horny, baby.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine!

Ah, I've missed Cafe Cramer. Always a delight to spend the day here.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
A nice cup of joe will do right now!

It seems that Space Ranger and the Inquisitor are lying low...I wonder if the LW felines will come back out now?
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
I may not be a true feline, but I sure can purr, will that do, Cobalt?
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Caffeine!

What a great morning to savor a smooth cup of FC's finest brew. [Smile]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Page 4? Holy Moley look at the dust! Well a Little Green Energy will take care of that...

But the coffee is still hot and fresh at least...
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine!

What a nice way to welcome Abin Quank back!
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Ah, just what I needed to start the day!

Glad to see that Cramer's cafe is back up front where it belongs. Good work and welcome home, AQ.
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Mmm...coffee...cough~cough~cough...I forgot the sugar.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine

It's been rather a hot chocolate kind of day today. Think I need to indulge.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Caffeine! Rainy days like today always make some hot coffee a necessity but Cramer's donuts are a luxury! Mmm Mmmmmmmmm!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Ah, nice work Abin at getting this place back on page one!

A nice cup of joe is just what I need!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine.

Some cold chocolate, please, the summer heat's been terrible lately.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Thanks for reminding me IB - time to order the coffee syrup for iced cappucinos.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
I'll have a dozen of those, please!

Want me to pick up the syrup for you?

I'll gladly take the car! [Wink]

[ April 29, 2004, 05:07 AM: Message edited by: Invisible Brainiac ]
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Use the tesseract, IB. It's faster.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Nah, use the car. It's a rockier route but you'll meet more interesting people along the way.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Okay, here's the keys to the car and $200. Just be back by Monday morning and don't forget the coffee syrup.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Oh, thanks! You don't mind if I invite a friend along, will you? Those long drivs can get pretty boring if you're alone.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Of course not! Better you have some company. In fact, here's another $200 - go enjoy yourselves.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
[Love]

Thanks, FC, you're the greatest!

No wonder LW's second statue is of you!
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Gosh I hope IB gets back soon with that syrup. I've got a craving for an ice capuccino!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Um, IB? When I said get the car back by Monday, I meant last Monday...
 
Posted by Valor the M'Onel on :
 
Ha,ha,ha so anyone like KISS the band cause I'm gonna see them tomorrow(my tomorrow you time-freaks)
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Oops! Um, gee, looks like I lost track of the time! No wonder my luggage felt so heavy; I must have brought all the syrup with me when I went to the beach... Hm, no wonder all the fish kpt following the boat...
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Well since you're back with the syrup, maybe I can finally have that iced capuccino I've been craving! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Comfort food.

After today's Legion news, I've got a hankerin' for some good old fashioned comfort food.

So you'll excuse me if I just dive into this plate of hot Krispy Kremes.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Whew! I'm glad to see Vee and Faraway wandering around this morning! Thought I might be manning the Last Post here. Hope I didn't overorder the coffee syrup.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Ah, a nice cup of joe on a warm early summer day is always pleasant...
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Well, I hate it when I post twice in a row in the same thread, but I need a cup of coffee for today too!

Where in the blue hell is everyone else? [Razz]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
Well, I hate it when I post twice in a row in the same thread

Since when?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Posting twice in a row? Some of my best conversations have been with myself.

Enjoy the coffee & don't worry about it!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Well, it occured to me one day that I don't like posting twice in a row b/c I don't like talking to myself in a public forum. But after listening to FC's advice, I don't think that it's going to bother me anymore!

In the meantime, a cup of coffee will be a nice start to the day--even though it's one in the afternoon [Wink]
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine!

I could use a cup of cofee after spending the afternoon studying knots and Morse code!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Wow, seems that only a few regulars have been stopping in here recently. Hopefully a few others will come by to see all the good reading material and the selection of beverages...
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Caffeine! I've visited once before, but I think I'll stop by more often thanks to Cramer's wonderful shop.

Speaking of knots and morse code, IB, I just spent my entire Tuesday night helping boy scouts relearn their own knot skills. Phew. We should chat over java sometime about our roping woes.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Iced coffee, iced cappuccino and iced tea now available. Straws offered for those who wish to keep practicing their knotwork.

Personally, I never use anything but a bowline and a reef knot.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Bowlines I have no problem with, but I'd rather forget about ropes altogether.

So, Future, how about an iced cappuccino on me?
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Caffeine

Wow its ages since I had the time to drop in.

Cramer m'lady you're looking as lovely as ever.

We are having such nice sunny weather over here I could just fancy a nice long iced mocha and a few minutes to read the paper. Do you know if my normal chair is still available?
 
Posted by Sanity or Madness? on :
 
Caffine.

WOW. There are people here, unlike the other establishments. Whoda thunk it? [Smile]

Lemonade, no ice if you please [Smile]
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Caffeine indeed.

IB, that iced cappucino sounds good to me. Thanks to you for the invite and to Ms. Cramer for supplying them! As for ropes, I'm happy just tying a piece of string...which I should constantly do around my finger. I have such a bad memory...I even forgot Legion came out last month. Hoo boy.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine.

I think an old-fashioned Chocolate Coke would be just the thing right now.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Old-fashioned chocolate Coke is new to me - but it's probably tasty with chocolate cicadas.

HWW, your chair is always available for you. Just push the dog out and brush off the cushion.

Future & IB, nice to see you here. Is that Cat's Cradle you're playing?
 
Posted by He Who Wanders on :
 
The adage, "let sleeping dogs lie" comes to mind ...

But that's okay. I'll just stretch out on the couch, flip through a copy of Virtual Homes and Gardens and enjoy my tiramisu latte.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Old-fashioned chocolate Coke is new to me - but it's probably tasty with chocolate cicadas.

It's just a regular ol' Coke with just enough chocolate syrup to be noticeable. It used to be a regular thing at burger joints all around the country, but I've only a few that still do it today.

I can't eat those little cicada guys. We have too much in common. We're both devilishly handsome, we both like to make music, and we both only see action about once every seventeen years.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Tiramisu latte? Chocolate coke? Drinks are getting complicated around here!

Maybe OM & He Who iHops could host a sock hop.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine!

A tall, cold rootbeer float is what I need just right now.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Caffeine!

To usher in another day and make sure I'm awake to see the end of it. Hopefully today will be a good news day about the Legion's future. One could hope.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I'll drink to that.

Wait, wrong thread. Sorry, sorry.

I mean, I'll relax to a nice warm cup of cocoa to that.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Another morning! How're you doing, Miss Cramer? What would you recommend for a slow-starting day like today?
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Some hot chicken soup for me, please. I seem to be coming down with something...
 
Posted by Sanity or Madness? on :
 
Chicken & vegetable soup here.

And anyone got any asprin for this pounding headache o'mine?
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Don't worry, old pal, I've got your back.

Why, I've even brought my grandma along to give us some TLC!

Although I'm sure Fat Cramer can fill that role perfectly.
 
Posted by Frostfyre on :
 
Yum!
 
Posted by Future on :
 
I hope everyone is feeling better today!

Nothing for me right now, thank you. Just came by to socialize.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
It's such a cold and rainy day today, I think I'll take a nap in this comfy chair.

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ.........
 
Posted by Harbinger on :
 
Ahhh coffee! How much do I love thee?

[Love] [Love] coffee!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Don't mind me, I just stopped by to snag some Biscotti.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Another week, another pot of coffee (for starters).

I wonder, if there were no coffee all of a sudden, if the world would be totally fubared. People falling asleep, forgetting things, grouchy, slowing right down....
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
[Eek!] Perish that thougt, FC! I wouldn't want to experience a world without your morning coffee!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
A world without coffee would probably resemble my workplace.
 
Posted by Frenk on :
 
What is this place?!
 
Posted by Dyvud on :
 
This is where I'm going to have to take you to sober up later, I'd guess!
 
Posted by Frenk on :
 
Shh! You're scaring them away again!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Will that be one cup or two?
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
One cup...two straws! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The Café will be open 24/7 for the duration of this election period.

All candidates, managers, supporters and opposers are welcome to help themselves to hot & cold drinks as well as the usual variety of light meals and baked goods.

I leave the Café in your capable hands since I will be absent until June 27th. Fortunately, I was able to purchase some of those nano-cleaners from Mr. Giffen, so the place should stay nice and tidy.

Not responsible if they eat anybody.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Thank you so much for your extended hours, Cramer! The cafe is one of the best LWorld hang-outs, and I'll definitely be awaiting the election results here if the nano-cleaners don't mind.

We'll be missing you while you're gone! Come back safe, Cramer.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
We'll miss you while you're gone FC! I'll be sure to stop in see how your stock of magazines is growing.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Take care, FC.

I'll keep a close watch on the donuts for you.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Whew! Time to dust the counters with a little [Bump] now that FC is long since back!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Good idea.

And I'll just snag a couple of these pastries while I'm here.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The place just runs itself. Wonders of technology and all that.

Good thing Invisible Brainiac delivered all that coffee syrup. The iced java is going fast.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Think I'll have some cafe con leche

Morning FC! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

And I like my coffee negro!

I see the magazine stock is still very diverse. Maybe a few moments to relax and read a good article will help jumpstart the day...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
O man! WHAT A MESS! no one's been in here all week, eh?

Hrun! Did you do this?

Cobie, do you want to take fingerprints or DNA samples before I start cleaning up?

[ July 28, 2004, 02:05 PM: Message edited by: Kent Shakespeare ]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Hmmm... broken bottles of mead.

Baaldurian brandy spilled on the counter...

Winathian coffee grounds smeared to read... "
no, never mind. that's an anatomy lesson we can ALL do without.

eugh! syringes! filled with... vraxione? THis is a Legion board, not a Dr Who board! if youre gonna be a genre addict, get your genre right!

now, where'd that dustpan go?

[ July 28, 2004, 02:12 PM: Message edited by: Kent Shakespeare ]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
What's that noise?

It's a drunken Gil'dispan (or is that Gil'dan these days? PC! bah!) passed out in the corner!

I never knew a Gil'disphan could snore.

and there's more wreckage to sort through.

somebody! help me out here!

[ July 28, 2004, 02:16 PM: Message edited by: Kent Shakespeare ]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Cramer, where do you keep the bleach?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I don't know what substance is covering the espresso machine, but it looks Apokolyptian.

Cramer, I'm tossing it out; I'll splurge for a new one, if you don't have insurance.

BTW, I've taken plenty of pics for insurance and Cobalt, though I doubt there's any way to tell who did this.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Hey! Fuzzy dice stuffed behind the heater. MLLASH, there look like yours? The blood stains should wash out.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
DAMNIT!

you turn your back on a Gil'dispan and they teleport away!

sneaky little bastards.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I think I can fix the table.

gonna take a quick run out to the hardware store.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Kent, it looks like you have everything under control. I'll have my agents scoop the area out and give it a thorough investigation.

And those Gil'Dishpans are always sneaky, so never turnn your back on them!

For me...I'll just make a pot of coffee...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
And those Gil'Dishpans are always sneaky, so never turnn your back on them!

Teleporters. You just can't trust them.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Oh dear, was Hrun in here unsupervised? I thought we were doing so well in our how-to-hold-a-teacup lessons... he might have broken a few things by accident, but I suspect the real damage is from those Gil'dishpans. They've had a grudge against me since I made fun of their cousins, the Brain Globes of Rambat. And you know what caffeine does to a Gil'dishpan...

Thanks for helping to clean up guys. At least we can stay open while the rest of the mess gets sorted out. I'll make some extra-strength coffee this morning.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
No kidding! I'll take a gallon of your strongest please.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Got any blueberries and a Diet-Rite Raspberry soda?
 
Posted by Future on :
 
What a shame that such a Gil'Dishpan disaster would happen here at Cramer's humble establishment!

Let me clean off the windows for you to help things ease back into order. It's the least I can do for the extra-strength coffee!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Glad to see this place is all cleaned up. I hate coming in to a mess. Several days now, I've had to clean up debris and repair random acts of destruction at SHAKES after the ever-lovin' but yet-to-be house-trained Hrun has stopped in for a glass or twelve of mead.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
He's our barbarian, and we love him.

Still, it took some extra-strength iced java to get through today. I'm buzzing, I'll admit it.

Lots of blueberries arriving now, Semi. Highbush or wild? And I make the diet raspberry soda myself, with fresh raspberries. Limited time only, I'm afraid. Enjoy it while it lasts.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Thanks Cramer, you're virtually the best.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Is it possible to do anything but enjoy the food and specials here, Cramer? [Smile]

Everything is made or baked to perfection!

It's a nice day. We should all eat outside on the sidewalk and enjoy it.
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
<Slips in through the tesseract in the back room. The bowl of cream and fresh tuna are tempting but his mission comes first. Sniffs around for a moment then leaves a secret message for his sister. Settles down for a short nap after finishing off the cream and tuna.>

[ August 01, 2004, 07:46 AM: Message edited by: Stoopid Cat ]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Another cryptic missive from Stoopid Cat! I'd better just keep leaving the cream and tuna, and hope he returns to explain it to me.

Perhaps Queen Connie will be taking up my offer to seek refuge her while those barbarian parties are going on at the villa. Hrun is well meaning, but he does have a taste for fur fashion accessories.

I'll just wait here and see what develops, with a bowl of café au lait and some cinnamon rolls.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
"Ah, tis just as well I visited this fine establishment".

<throws axe down on table, putting a 6 inch split in the wood>

"Sorry!"

"now since I return from far shores with many Emeralds, I shall need a fur pouch to carry my booty in. I hear there was a cat in here latterly?"
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Barbarians please use the take-out window only.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Hmm sounds like some discrimination here.

However I don't think barbarians fall into any of the suspect classifications (although an argument could be made for race or national origin), so all FC needs is a rational reason for the discrimination.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun strides up to take out window. Pushing his head inside, the whole frame starts to shudder as his mighty muscles wedge tight. Pushing a little further causes the window and half a wall to collapse.

Hrun stands bemused, a small porcelain cup of Earl Grey tea in his hand.

"Ermmmmm Sorry? Hrun likes this flowery drink wants more. Have got Emeralds to pay"?

[ August 03, 2004, 01:50 PM: Message edited by: Hrun the Barbarian ]
 
Posted by Harbinger on :
 
Hrun dearie, while you are there could you be a sweetie and water the plants for me?

<Harbinger hands the saggy looking barbarian her favourite blue plastic watering can that her son artistically painted flowers on when he was seven>

Thanks Hrun, now run along dear.

<H returns to her copy of Heat magazine and her pot of chamomile tea with a slightly absent smile on her face>
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun waters plants, just not using the watering can. Harbinger turns away in embarrassment.
 
Posted by Harbinger on :
 
<Harbinger turns away to hide her uncontrollable laughter at Hruns rather small and warty "watering apparatus". [Big Grin] >

[ August 03, 2004, 02:33 PM: Message edited by: Harbinger ]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Will the barbarians please just shout their orders through what was once the take-out window.

We are in the process of renovating to accommodate barbarians, which requires us to widen the doors and buy sturdier chairs. These renovations will be completed by Thursday morning, at which time barbarians will be welcome to enjoy the interior premises of the Café. These changes are being made for the benefit of barbarians and we apologize for the temporary inconvenience.

In the meantime, please feel free to water the plants at Shameless Hussies, two doors down.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
[Embarrassed] :lol: Ouch 'Binger, ouch. That's too funny. [Big Grin]

Cramer, very kind of you to go through so much renovating for Hrun! Do you need any help with the supplies purchasing or in the kitchen until all goes back to normal?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'm thinking of just banning all barbarians from SHAKES - they just cause too much damage. And the smell after they leave -- well the only good thing I can say about it is that it has driven out the rats. I might ask the Emerald Empress to cast a repulsion spell that keeps Barbarians out. I don't really care if it is discrimination. Just let the space lawyers have their day.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I still say... if he's not really Glorith as an alt-ID, he MUST be in league with those evil little Gil'Dishpan runts.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Surely Hrun's just had a few...dozen...mishaps around Legion World.

Besides, Cramer's is such a great establishment! I'd hate to pick a fight with this place and its loyal customers. I know I'd be out there fighting for this place!

Anyway, how're things lately, FC?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
It's been a week without any further damage, so it looks like we're safe... for now. I hope Miss Terious will alert me if she foresees any more attacks on the Café!

Lots of iced drinks available for these hot days, along with the usual extra-strong coffee for traditionalists & die-hards.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Traditionalist here checking in for soem of that wonderful brew you provide at the Cafe. Very ugly morning with lots of fog & rain. That coffee will be just perfect.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Those iced drinks certainly sound good.

I'll take any of 'em with this kind of Florida weather!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Even in the summer, nothing gets the day started like a cup o' joe...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
How's the salad bar today?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The salad bar is at its peak, with a great supply of vegetables & fruit, picked fresh hourly.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Shouts in through hole in wall.

"A flagon of Coffee wench"

Bangs axe on table.

"has anyone seen a stoopid cat around here?"
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I think I'll make myself a nice salad, and use a little trick I learned from the Emerald Empress to repair that table and send that pile of cat poop to Hrun's Hall of Valhalla.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Nice work on the table repair, Semi. I'll help myself to some greens as well...as long I don't find any loose cat hair from Hrun's axe.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Think I'll just help myself to an iced coffee.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The Café is now an axe-free zone. Please leave all axes at the door. If you have any questions, talk to my space lawyer, Quislet, esq.

I hope barbarians and other customers will continue to enjoy the premises, particularly the newly-enlarged entrance and the take-out window.
 
Posted by Emerald Empress on :
 
Appearing in a flash of brilliant emerald light, the Empress appears in the center of the Cafe and notices the damage. With a nod towrds the Eye, the Empress causes a flash of green to repair the damaged wall.

He's been here, I see, but gone. Well, he won't be able to avoid me for long!

And with that, she disappears in an emerald burst.

[ August 11, 2004, 03:34 AM: Message edited by: Emerald Empress ]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Hm, I wonder what the Empress is all upset about?

Did you see how cute her behind looks when she gets all serious though?

In the meantime, I'll just have a cup of coffee and enjoy reading this underground horror magazine in the corner...
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
Caffeine!

Even in the summer, nothing gets the day started like a cup o' joe...

Or 5 or 6... to keep it going after it started.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I love coming to Cafe Cramer. It's always so clean and homey and smells so good - cinamon and fresh bread baking. I'm just go to realax and catch up on today's edition of LW news.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Every day I come back in it's a relief to find the place and the rest of the board in one piece! Glad to see some precautions are being taken, FC!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Thanks, Empress! That wall would have been costly to repair without your help.

As a token of my gratitude, I'll be offering customers a special blend of the very highest quality coffee beans, to be called "Empress Special Blend".
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Make mine a large!
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
"I shall leave my axe at the door.

Now has anyone seen a pussy I can chase? After I have a large glass of mead that is"
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Will that be decaffeinated mead?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Decaf sounds good for me as well.

Hrun, as you know, I'm not above a pussy hunt myself... but maybe we should let out newest feline member, Whizzy, get acclimated first?
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun wants full caffein mead........Erm Please?

Sits down but soon many customers notice a decided cat poo smell about him and start to move away.
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Roar**

The TIGER GOD AVATAR enters the cafe and begins to smoooothly move around sniffing the various tables and booths.

"He's been here recently but not since our battle... I shall find him and this will end soon...

The TIGER GOD AVATAR leaps into a tesseract and is gone.

**Roar**
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
*Groan*

It's going to be another long day for the Security Office...

I might as well grab a coffee while I'm here. Might as well add something a bit stronger too...
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Does animal control fall under the auspices of the Security Office?

I'll be enjoying my usual. Black coffee.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Only on days that end in "Y"
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
I want a coffee, but I'm afraid of what might be it.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The coffee here contains whatever you desire to be in it. It can be as strong or weak as you like. No nasty surprises.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
...Unless you ask nicely.
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Gross, I'll just take a regular.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
sorry.

sometimes I just can't help myself.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I've put out a bowl of Frosted Flakes and a litre of high-octane for the Tiger God Avatar - not sure which Tiger he's emulating.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
they're greaaaat!!!
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Try raisen brain, it's very distinct.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

A cup o' joe, black, as usual will get me started! I've never been much for breakfast food, although I can't turn down bacon, sausage, steak or pastrami no matter what time of day it is...
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Mmm...bacon!

Sounds like I'm going to have to spend some time at the Cafe now this morning; I'm hungry!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Looks like we're back on the bacon binge...
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<crunch>

I never left...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
didja ever notice... bacon and raspberry jam on a toasted plain bagel tastes like you're eating something with barbecue sauce.

Try it! it's good!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
That's a new one on me, but it sounds pretty good, barbecue sauce taste or no.
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
I'll try anything if you mention sauce, though it will put me in the gym for a week.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
I'll keep my bacon plain for now; you other taste testers let me know how the BBQ taste goes!
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Quite the daredevil, very exciting, but I agree, I just got my taste buds back from a binge on Hot Tamales.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Happy B'Day FC!
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Yes, happy birthday!

Get out from behind the counter! You deserve a nice day off today; we'll watch the Cafe for you.
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Absoposilutely! I'll send some of our server droids over from SHAKES to keep everything stocked and the coffee brewing and I'll post a couple of my Varagian Spearman at the door to make sure no "unauthorized" axe throwiing occurs.

Hmmm...think I'll have a cup of your wonderful coffee while I'm here. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Happy B-Day FC!

Why don't you let *me* get you something?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Isn't it amazing how FC keeps the place open even on her birthday. Hopefully she won't have to show up since the Cafe seems to virtually run itself.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Well, I like to be here - and there's this huge birthday cake to polish off...
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Let's make the cafe as the official birthday party place for its wonderful founder, Fat Cramer!

Here Cramey, let me get you a plate and utensils so you can have the first piece of cake!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
That's one huge cake.

I humbly offer whatever assistance I can provide towards finishing it off. Wouldn't want it to go to waste, now.

Oh, and I declare it Fat Cramer Day. I think I can do those.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Perhaps you'd like some of the champagne I brought over to celebrate the lady's birthday, OM.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Certainly.

But just a glass. I want to make sure she has a chance to actually try some.

[ August 18, 2004, 03:25 PM: Message edited by: Outdoor Miner ]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I brought 3 magnums. And it's just a short Tesseract skip and a jump for more where that came from. Therefore, have all you want.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Oh, in that case.....

<takes bottle, pops cork, takes drink>

Here's to ya, FC!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Cheers to that!
 
Posted by Future on :
 
[Cheers]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Hey guys, we should be careful. I don't know that Cafe Cramer has a liquor license. We wouldn't want to cause her any trouble with the authorities by over-doing it.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Good point. Perhaps we can get a graemlin of Invisible Kid and Brainy 'cheering' bagels together for use here at the cafe?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
Hey guys, we should be careful. I don't know that Cafe Cramer has a liquor license. We wouldn't want to cause her any trouble with the authorities by over-doing it.

Good thinking as usual, Semi.

I'll take care of the evidence.

<chugs>
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
That was great champagne, Semi! And so much! Glad everybody enjoyed it. Don't worry about the liquor licence - I have a space-lawyer on retainer to handle all those operational details.

Back to coffee this morning - ever reliable, ever appreciated caffeine.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Coffee sounds good.

Let me push all these tables apart from last night's birthday party so all will be back to normal.
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
We'll now that everything is situated, I'll take a coffee and through in a bagel.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
A Blueberry Cake donut and a glass of milk for me.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Time for a refreshing diet soda (with splenda) please.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
A nice croissant sounds good right now.
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
You put splenda in your coke, your diet coke?

Oh...um...I'll have a...ahh...Hot Chocolate.
 
Posted by Sanity or Madness? on :
 
Cold lemonade (no ice), please.
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffeine!!

Let's see here... Yep Cramer does have Foot Long Chili-Sauerkraut Bratwurst Specials. No Michelob chasers but ya can't have everything...

Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(A dozen or two should do the trick)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Ranger, it's morning. Maybe some buckwheat pancakes with fresh wild blueberries, back bacon, scambled eggs and hash browns would suit you?

If you're still hungry, the luau and the barbecue should be serving soon.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Page 2 for the Cafe? This simply won't do.

A little bump to get FC and her wonderful establishment a bit more attention.
 
Posted by Lurking Violet on :
 
[Shrinking Violet] It's my first time in the cafe. It smells like heaven. If it's not too much trouble, could i have a blueberry muffin and a frappeccino (i missed dinner)? [Shrinking Violet]

[ August 27, 2004, 05:34 PM: Message edited by: Lurking Violet ]
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
If it's not too much...can somebody tell me where an assassin may be located.
 
Posted by Somber Lass on :
 
[Umbra] I believe I would qualify. [Umbra]
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Want to kill, Trysex.

I mean, I have a contract for you.

(Who cares if your related, it's only blood)
 
Posted by Varalent on :
 
Ah, coffee! The incomparable energy elixer!
 
Posted by Sister Saturn on :
 
[Saturn Girl] I'll have a black coffee and chocolate biscotti [Saturn Girl]
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Caffine!

How about a WVS stand for the Slingers and Archers posted outside to protect the Cafe?
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Are the naked ladies here to, if so, I'll have a coffee...to go.
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
KGZ Naked? I only know of semi naked ladies, but if you have seen some with less clothing than that can you point me in the right direction?
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Everyone knows that you can just go to Cobalt's place, everyone's naked over there.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
When your right, your right!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Remind me not to sit on your furniture anymore, Cobes.
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
It's usually okay Miner. The plastic wipes off prettty easily. Still, I wouldn't try to sit down the last couple of days before "hose down day". *shudder*
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Blaggghhhh.

I need java.

been a bad week.
 
Posted by Trysexual Girl on :
 
[Triad] I could use some caffeine too - with cinnamon & sugar please [Triad]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Kent Shakespeare:
Blaggghhhh.

I need java.

been a bad week.

Hopefully this one will be a better one for you, Kent.
 
Posted by Tiffany Spiffany on :
 
*giggle*. Glad to see this place is still open! Did Cramer ever win her campaign for leader?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
She dropped out of the race when she was the clear favorite to win. She likes to keep us on our toes!
 
Posted by Tiffany Spiffany on :
 
I knew she was too nice to be in politics!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Is the cafe open at this hour? I'm feeling in the mood for a bacon sandwich.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
It's always the perfect time for a bacon sandwhich.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The management would like to thank everyone for their continued patronage, thank the barbarians for continuing to leave axes at the door, and respectfully request that all patrons continue to wear some clothing when in the café.
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
Does a lampshade on my head and a strategically placed tassle count as "some clothing"? If not let me know and I'll run back to the cruiser and change.
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
If you don't have any clothes in there Lou, you can wear mine.

[ August 30, 2004, 05:00 PM: Message edited by: KinetixgreenZoe ]
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
Might be an awful tight fit with both of us in there...
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
I'll take them off, I don't want you to be uncomfortable.
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
Oh, I didn't say I'd be uncomfortable...
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Well then, but my bra must itch you skin, should I take it off?

[ August 30, 2004, 05:16 PM: Message edited by: KinetixgreenZoe ]
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
*sigh*
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
I think we'd better take this show on the road before Cramer gets the hose...
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Okay, let me grab my biscuitt and buns.

(Reaches for food as cloths rip off)

Opps!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Starting the morning with a gallon of coffee and a floor show... Now that's different! [LOL]
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
Zoe and I live to entertain! Glad you enjoyed the show. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
They weren't supposed to come off.
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
But like any great actress you rolled with it and the show went on! You're a pro KGZ!
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Thank you, I really was proud of you when you tried to but your hands on my breasts to cover them from the crowd, but I was lucky enough to handle that little fiasco.

But it was you kind thought that counts.
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
Um, yeah, no problem. Really. Any time... [Wink]
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
Hmm...I got to study, so I could use some caffine.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I think a biscuit and a cup of Irish Breakfast would do wonders for me right now.
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Caffine

I got a long afternoon meeting today, 2.00 till 5.00 so what have you got that will keep me awake?
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Caffeine!

...for Faraway Lad, who I hope survived his meeting. I'll be waiting here by the magazine rack until he returns.
 
Posted by KinetixgreenZoe on :
 
I'll hang out with you, besides there's a wierdo I've been trying to hide from.

(points at Loser Lad)
 
Posted by Jesse Future on :
 
Jeepers(TM)! Still no sign of Faraway.

Perhaps KGZ and I need to start a search & rescue into the meeting room!
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
You got it, I should be able to help in my skanky dress and my new powers.
 
Posted by Loser Logan on :
 
I really like that dress on you Rave. Perhaps you and I should start the search in this here empty supply closet...
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
Maybe I should sick one of EDE's demons on you to search you in the closet.
 
Posted by Loser Logan on :
 
As long as it's dark in there I probably wouldn't mind that much... [Big Grin]
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
I love being this way...I think I'll keep it for a while, and maybe I can find a loop hole in the castration clause. I'm using it for a ritual. Yeah, that aught to work.

[ September 03, 2004, 09:34 PM: Message edited by: RavenArcanna ]
 
Posted by Loser Logan on :
 
Hey as long as you're enjoying it I say go with it. But why's it always gotta end with me being castruated? There's only so many times this stuff is gonna keep growing back...

[ September 03, 2004, 09:29 PM: Message edited by: Loser Logan ]
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
Oh, I won't use you, I need an apprentice.
 
Posted by Loser Logan on :
 
So you think you can lure me over to the Dark Side, do you?

They got good food over there?
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
You've already gone to my dark southland, why not become a man of great power, we can annoy people aimlessly.
 
Posted by Loser Logan on :
 
I'm always up for annoying people aimlessly! Where do I sign up?
 
Posted by Loser Logan on :
 
Oh, and before I go I need an extra large coffee, black please! And make it strong!
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
You would need a strong coffee, for such a strong, attractive man like yourself.

Damn, control your emotions Raven, don't need you crawling all over Loser, do we?
 
Posted by CM3 Vee on :
 
I definitely need some strong, hot coffee today so I can stay awake and alert for Frances' arrival tonight! Are there free refills FC?
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Loser Logan:
I'm always up for annoying people aimlessly! Where do I sign up?

YO! Loser! Quit trying to steal my GIG!

[ September 04, 2004, 06:03 AM: Message edited by: Abin Quank ]
 
Posted by CM3 Vee on :
 
[ROTFLMAO]
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
Gig stealing, maybe I should rethink my relationship with Loser, then.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Well, I wouldn't go that far... But the next time you whisper in his ear remind him who the most annoying poster of all is... [LOL]
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
That's why I love you. Do you aim to please (me), Abin?
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
I love pleasing you and annoying Cobie... and sometimes Loser...
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
That's it I'm taking you home, I'll keep you on shelf. You can come to me on rehersal dates.

[ September 04, 2004, 10:25 PM: Message edited by: RavenArcanna ]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
And just what kind of a guy do you think I am? [LOL]

What will we be rehearsing? Will it be a full dress rehearsal?
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
My bands rehersals. There fun, and then we get tired and I usually fight with Geri. You'll like it.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Do I get to start the fracas or just referee?
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
We'll you can start it, but once we start fighting you might get taken down, better just stand aside and watch the mayhem.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Hmmm... You don't give me any easy choices do you? [LOL]
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
Not a one, I'm going to bed, but when I wake up can I have a bagel?
 
Posted by Jesse Future on :
 
Good morning, Cramer!

How is business going admist the frenzy in the MMB?
 
Posted by Loser Logan on :
 
Ugh, after last night I could really use a cup of coffee. Oh, and some aspirin if you have any...
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
Lou, always with the drugs...is that bagel done yet.
 
Posted by Jesse Future on :
 
A belated congrats to Fat Cramer, who I've noticed has recently passed the 4,000 post mark!

Congrats, FC! [Hug]

[ September 06, 2004, 11:01 PM: Message edited by: Jesse Future ]
 
Posted by RavenArcanna on :
 
Congratulations!!!
 
Posted by Fat Pantha on :
 
Off to a slow start after the long weekend? Have some highly caffeinated coffee. Not so great for your blood pressure, but it will get you vertical.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
I'll take a gallon, Please!
 
Posted by Jesse Future on :
 
A gallon for here, a gallon for home!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
How about a refill, that first gallon wasn't enough. It was a long weekend after all. Oh, and one of those fantastic sticky buns, please.
 
Posted by Semi Titanic Fellow on :
 
Does the Cafe have a wi-fi internet connection, and is it free? I think I'd like an omelette. Is it still self serve in here? (I hope so, so I can overstuff it with sauteed mushrooms, ham and cheese).
 
Posted by Loser Logan on :
 
I need an IV drip of coffe and a bear claw STAT!
 
Posted by CM3 Vee on :
 
FC, I'd like to pre order some extra strong coffee for this coming weekend. I might have unwanted company calling again!
 
Posted by Crulith on :
 
Pantha dear, I need something with caffeine to kick me into overdrive. I just noticed that all the newbies and part-timers are blowing my post count out of the water [Wink]
 
Posted by matlarrk on :
 
I think I need a cup of something strong. My daughter slept soundly through our little taste of Frances Monday night, but last night got up and down about a million time for no discernable reason. Kids!

Vee - here's hoping Ivan gives you all a pass.
 
Posted by Miss Troia on :
 
[Wonder Girl - Cassie Sandsmark] Miss Pantha I'd like to mention that I'm in the race for LW Leader. Please consider me at the polls. And, in the meantime, I'd like to start a running tab for my campaign committee until the election. [Wonder Girl - Cassie Sandsmark]
 
Posted by Jesse Future on :
 
Cru, it doesn't matter what the post count is, as much as the substance within each post! Yours are definitely quality.

Good afternoon/evening to Cramer! Hope your week is going well.
 
Posted by Captain Yellow Jr. on :
 
I'm glad you feel that way Future, since I see myself as belonging to the "part-time" group. Sometimes I'm here everyday and other times it'll be weeks between check-ins. At a minimum I love to check by to read the "Calling the Roll of Legion # (fill in the blank)" thread. Always fun.

Heck Cru, you have more LMBP posts than anybody except maybe Lash. You kept the LMBP alive and massively posting all the way through the crisis of near-infinite message boards. -heh heh- How many of those small MB's did you set up during the wandering years?

Anyway bro, those Laurels look pretty comfortable, you can rest on 'em if you want to.
 
Posted by Fat Pantha on :
 
For those who need something extra strong & fast-acting, we have caffeine in a portable IV drip. Milk and sugar optional.
 
Posted by Semi Titanic Fellow on :
 
No coffee for me. How about a crisp green salad with tuna?
 
Posted by Fat Pantha on :
 
One green salad with tuna for youna coming up. We got the wi-fi going too, if you need it.
 
Posted by Semi Titanic Fellow on :
 
I'm hanging out here when I need to get away from SHAKES. The greens are particularly tasty. Are they organic? Need I ask?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Captain Yellow Jr.:
I'm glad you feel that way Future, since I see myself as belonging to the "part-time" group. Sometimes I'm here everyday and other times it'll be weeks between check-ins. At a minimum I love to check by to read the "Calling the Roll of Legion # (fill in the blank)" thread. Always fun.

Heck Cru, you have more LMBP posts than anybody except maybe Lash. You kept the LMBP alive and massively posting all the way through the crisis of near-infinite message boards. -heh heh- How many of those small MB's did you set up during the wandering years?

Anyway bro, those Laurels look pretty comfortable, you can rest on 'em if you want to.

Amen to that, YK! We love you, Cru! And I'm gladly your posting again YK, whether, part-time, full-time or whatever!

As for me, I'll think I'll have a cup of coffee and a salad with tuna like Semi. Semi makes all food seem tasty.
 
Posted by rdstr2 on :
 
Can I join you all? All the posting, elections, and defending myself has got me tuckered out.

I'll order the same, but can I have some sweet ice tea instead of coffee?
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
I just want some ice water to replennish the energy I have lost.
 
Posted by Deathstroke Lad on :
 
That sounds good rdstr2. I'll take an iced tea as well but light on the sugar. And a big wedge of lemon.
 
Posted by rdstr2 on :
 
Oh yeah, i forget the lemon too.

What kind of desert selection is there here?
 
Posted by Jesse Future on :
 
Two chocolate chip cookies, please!
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
Please tell me you have some sort of cheesecake. And if you guys like lemons so much, I can make some homeade lemon bars for Cramer at the Cafe.

[ September 09, 2004, 06:49 PM: Message edited by: HighPriestessViviane ]
 
Posted by rdstr2 on :
 
Lemon Bars are good.

Chessecake is good.

Priestess is divine.
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
Prowrr, baby, oh, the lemon bars are done.
 
Posted by Miss Troia on :
 
[Wonder Girl - Cassie Sandsmark] I'm craving OJ and French toast this morning! [Wonder Girl - Cassie Sandsmark]
 
Posted by Semi Titanic Fellow on :
 
I've already had 2 1/2 cups of coffee this morning. (The other half cup of coffee is now sloshing around in my keyboard and soaking into the rug around my chair.) [Frown]
 
Posted by rdstr2 on :
 
I agree wiht Miss T. French Toast sounds great.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!!!!!

I'll have a gallon of hyper-decaffeinated and a large stack of French Toast, some OJ, and Oh yeah, a rasher of bacon...

Thanks Cramey!
 
Posted by Semi Titanic Fellow on :
 
Bacon, bacon, bacon. Real men eat pork chops. [Wink]
 
Posted by rdstr2 on :
 
With Applesauce please.
 
Posted by Jesse Future on :
 
Bacon sounds great, even for an evening snack! I'll have some too, please.
 
Posted by Semi Radiant Fellow on :
 
What to have for lunch? Probably the same old chicken salad.
 
Posted by Semi Radiant Fellow on :
 
A protein shake would be great after my workout.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Is there a ladder in here somewhere? I have a new banner I'd love to hang outside the Cafe, if it's okay with FC.

 -
 
Posted by Semi Radiant Fellow on :
 
Ah, how wonderful. Finally a banner befitting the casual yet classic elegance of Cafe Cramer.

I can hardly wait to see what you do for Shameless Hussies Bar, Future.
 
Posted by SKR on :
 
aha!
leftover bacon!
awright!
(munch, munch, munch)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I take the weekend off, and the place actually improves... Thanks for the banner, Future!

Good to see everyone's been helping themselves to bacon - and now we've even got Viv baking lemon bars for us!

Now to get those coffee stains out of the carpet...
 
Posted by Future on :
 
No problem, Cramer!

Here, let me help draw up some mop-water for the tile around the counters. Have to get this place in shape for the new week!
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
Free Lemons bars for everyone.

Look my guitar, looks like I'll be serenading you will you sit and sip.
 
Posted by tneK on :
 
(clears throat, in prep for Homer impression)

Lemon Bars! Ooooh!
 
Posted by Kid Prime on :
 
Gee, I haven't been in here in awhile!

*Looks around, shakes hands, kisses babies, looks presidential*
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Ah, a nice cup o' joe at 9 at night! Better that than continuing my streak at the bars...

Hm, I see that Anne and Sarah are still working here. I wonder if Invisible Brainiac and Sarah are still dating?
 
Posted by tneK on :
 
mind if I join ya, pard?
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Places AXE carefully down.

Hrun wants coffee!!!

Banging hand on table.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<gets coffee for Hurn, Kent and self>

Some coffee should be just the thing for us. It's times like these, in preparing for the post-Reboot/OM government, that we need to be ready for anything.
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffeine!

Got another of those mugs Cobie? It's been a long night!
 
Posted by matlarrk on :
 
Yeah, I think I'll pull up a chair too. I've just been tired the last few days. I try to read my kid a bedtime story and I'm the one that falls asleep.
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
I know what you mean...
 
Posted by Semi Radiant Fellow on :
 
Ranger!!!! Welcome back, protector of truth and justice. [Smile]
 
Posted by Lurking Violet on :
 
[Shrinking Violet] I sure would enjoy a pink lemonade with 2 kicks of Saffire Bombay! Mmmmmm and a celery stalk for my vitamins, please. [Shrinking Violet]
 
Posted by Lurking Violet on :
 
[Shrinking Violet] So I'll just dash off to SHAKES and order that drink right up! Because I'm clearly in Cafe Cramer. Which doesn't serve alcoholic beverages. And I knew that! Jinkies! [Shrinking Violet]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I was just thinking we probably didn't stock Saffire Bombay. But Sir Henry Taylor, whoever he may be, would be welcome to come and enjoy a coffee.

And people, please - don't confuse the jelly donuts with the presidential-looking Kid Prime. Thank you.
 
Posted by matlarrk on :
 
I don't know, can I cast a write-in vote for a jelly doughnut? Like some kind of dadaist protest against the political process. Yeah, VOTE JELLY DOUGHNUT!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I'll refill the pot of coffee for us.

FC, anything I can get for you? Sarah called out of work today--with IB gallavanting no doubt. Good for her!
 
Posted by matlarrk on :
 
Thanks Cobie. Nothing like that 10th cup o' the day. Fillerup!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I usually hit my coffee drinking peak around 2-5, and start knocking them back then. It's all that gets me through that seventh inning stretch...
 
Posted by matlarrk on :
 
I gotta start early and often. I generally stop after 5:30 though. I've got such steely resolve and I'm also usually to lazy to make any at night.
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
Hmm...Can I have a tartlet with a coffee.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
It's already becoming a long night for some. I'll put some more coffee out for the other customers in case Cobie or matlock stop by again.
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Good, there's a fresh Pot!

I need about a gallon this morning!


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(Nice and Strong Too!)
 
Posted by matlarrk on :
 
That goes double for me. In fact, better make mine a double.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
I just can't leave Café Cramer on page three any longer!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Good for you, AB.

While I'm here, a couple of fudge brownies and some iced tea couldn't hurt.
 
Posted by Pagan Lass on :
 
A cup of herbal tea would be nice right now.
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
May I have some Grecian Berry Root Elixir.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I'm going to need a new supplier with all these special requests - that's okay, we like to try new cusines... perhaps favouring the traditional and regional, but always seeking the best in taste and quality, whatever its provenance.
 
Posted by CM3 Vee on :
 
Could I please have a mug of your strongest coffee , FC?

Time to start cleaning up the mess left by Mean Jeanne at the Villa.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Let me put on my walking ring, Vee, and I'll be over to help with clean-up as fast as I can!
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
I can help as well, I'll justtake that Elixir to go.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
We'll just postpone the peace talks between Abin & Cobie, since Abin never showed up anyways, and send everybody over to the Villa to help out.
 
Posted by MLLASH on :
 
Selected by Cru to be Highighted for a Day!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
And a finer thread couldn't have been picked!

Don't worry about Abin and me, FC. I hope he'll come around, b/c the peace offer will be there.

In the meantime, I'll have a cup of joe and then go help Vee.
 
Posted by ViolentViolet on :
 
Whose Vee, why does he need help, and if it's important, I can lend you a few hours.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Highlighted??

I suppose a big all-day breakfast spread is in order. Dig in, folks!
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Whoo, ham and cheese omelette! Pancakes! Hash Browns! Bacon! I'm in heaven. FC knows how to make a happy matlock.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Wow, what a great treat to see the Cafe highlighted! Long time in coming, too!

You run a fine establishment, Cramer. Thanks so much for the breakfast! It was great.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
CRASH!! SPLINTER!! THUD!!

Hrun stands looking in surprise at the door hanging in his hand. The door frame is already on the floor and a huge hole opens up in the wall.

bonk!


A brick falls on his head.

Hrun slowly scratches his head and then steps forward.

"Sorry it just came off in my hand"
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Doggone it Hrun! I was just coming back for seconds.
 
Posted by Trysexual Girl on :
 
[Triad] I've been so busy all day I thought I'd missed out on Cramey's great food. Luckily she's running an all-day buffet.

Breakfast is one of my favorite dinners. I'll have some cheesy grits, 2 crispy strips of bacon, and a stack of blueberry pancakes with strawberry syrup. YUM! [Triad]
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
When I think of Cafe Cramer, I think of the Cheers theme songs..."where everybody knows your alt."

Could I have a Boba?
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Gee, from highlighted to deserted just like that. Well, I'm here for my usual pot of coffee.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
And I'll grab a cup from it as usual.

I see that door will need repairing...at least it doesn't look like Hrun meant it...
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Yeah, otherwise I'd have had to cite him for it.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Weren't you retiring soon, Matlock? Have another cup of coffee and tell me about your pension problems.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
You know how it is... everytime I think I'm done there's a sequel. One of these days I'm getting out of this rat race though.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Page 2 is unacceptable!

I'll have a fresh cup of FC's Fabulous Java, please (Oooh, and maybe one of those crullers!)
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by matlock:
One of these days I'm getting out of this rat race though.

The thing about the rat race is... even if you win, you're still a rat!

(Hey, what's wrong with being a rat, anyway?)
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Croissants! Those sound like the ticket this morning.
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
Scones, thank you, cranberry and apple preferably.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Double Chocolate Muffin with extra butter, please.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Just stopping by for the afternoon pot. It's been a long day.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
There's still birthday cake leftover - help yourselves.

Here's an interesting historical tidbit: in the mid-1930s, coffee was in short supply in Germany. People were so unhappy with this that Goebbels saw fit to address the nation on the subject, strongly berating them for complaining about the lack of coffee. (Of course, it would only get worse....)
 
Posted by HighPriestessViviane on :
 
Mmm...cake, I'll take a slice.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Mmm, cake for breakfast. Thanks FC!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Goebbels didn't really have much of a sense of humor I'm told.

For me, coffee as usual.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'll have a cup of the "Resistance Brew" please.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
An old favorite, Semi!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

I need a lot of hot black coffee this morning!

Cleaning up the strange black gook that seems to be seeping out of every corner of LW is going to take some time...

At least the Café doesn't seem to have been invaded by it (yet).
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by matlock:
Mmm, cake for breakfast. Thanks FC!

[LOL] Reminds me of the Bill Cosby monologue regarding raising his children and feeding them chocolate cake for breakfast. If you've never heard it, (or seen it on HBO) it's worth the effort to track it down. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by The Red Bee on :
 
A nice hearty breakfast is always the best way to start the day!

Bacon and eggs for me, I think.
 
Posted by RTVU2 on :
 
Hi everyone. Just wanted some breakfest for dinner. Yum!
 
Posted by Re-AniMiner on :
 
A nice mushroom and jalapeno omelet couldn't hurt right about now.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun smashes door (again)

Takes three bags of coffee, two silver pots and throws one of the serving girls over his shoulder heads off into the wilds.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Okay Hrun, you can go tear-*ssing around Legion World all you want but when you start busting up Cramer's, you've crossed the line.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Throws axe at Matlock.

Remember to look under the seat of your car for a few days before you retirement.

The Barbarians know where you live
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Ah, you're to sodden with mead to hit the broadside of a barn. Consider this axe confiscated. It might make a nice plowshare.

What level is the Legion World smithy located at?
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
"Come mighty Hrothgar"

and the axe, together with Matlocks car fly back towards Hrun. Just as the trunk explodes matlock manages to escape, open the door, and roll free.

As the axe destroys the security car, Matlock climbs to his feet. He is just in time to see the axe return to Hruns outstreached hand.

"Mead is a wonderful drink old man"
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
"You played right into my plans, barbarian simpleton!"

As the axe reaches Hrun's strangely dainty little-girl hands, he notices the concussion grenade duct-taped to the handle.

"Smile, oaf!"

Detonates grenade, steps gingerly over inert barbarian.

"Lucky for you the car was a rental. Mine's in the shop or else it'd be your funeral."

Replaces horned helmet with dunce cap on Hrun's scabby, parasite-ridden scalp.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
As he reaches down, Hruns suddenly large hands reach up and grap him by the throat.

"Fool" Hrun smiles "This armour is the best warriors can loot, proof against all magics and explosives"

Wraps Matlock quickly in duct tape, puts dunce cap on his head and leaves him hanging from a convient nearby lamp post.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Oh Hrun you poor simpleton. A Georgia boy can do anything with duct tape, including escape from it. Here's a hint: WD-40!

By the way, the dunce cap would never have fit over my new fishing hat. Nearsighted lackwit!

<duct tapes door back into place. grabs to-go cup of black coffee.>

Sorry Cramer! It's the best fix I could do in a pinch.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun smiles as he watches Matlock leave.

5...4...3...2...1...Boom
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Oh, now you've made me spill my coffee tough guy. Wahhh! No wonder barbarians aren't known for their technical prowess. I've been tangling with Bombs Under The Toilet King lo these many years and you think you can get to me with a rigged coffee cup? Piker!
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
What Matlock fails to realise is that this is not a cafe cramer coffee. Rather it is a magical potion from High Priestess Viviane.

As the liquid spills over Matlocks lap and slowly soaks into his trousers the magic starts to work and Matlock will now have to spend the next 24 hours with a perminant stiffy, (as a bonus the magic also adds three inches)
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Hrun, your mom says to tell you "Thanks!"
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
My mother, Blessed be her noble soul, passed beyound the veil many many moons ago.

I did not realise that thou wast a scrivener.

But beware, I fear the furies may be about. They will prey on thou, especially if they see the "gift" I have presented thou
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Furies? Don't you worry about no Furies, boys. Beware the very rare anger of Fat Cramer!

What a mess you made here! It goes beyond Bah! Beyond Jillikers! Beyond Jeepers H. Tutu! Much more of this and I'll start writing poems again.

Now behave yourselves while I call the carpenters and clean-up crew. Looks like we'll need an electrician as well. Not to mention Policy Pam....
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I haven't seen FC this fired up since she brought the Royal Inquisitor to his knees with ferocious poetry!

Hrun, I'm taking the money to pay for this out of your hordes of gold. What did I tell you about busting up, LW? I'm going to have to send for another three hundred fresh wenches to keep you tired...

Matlock, great thinking and a good battle. As a reward, I'm doubling your retirement pay. You know, if you ever get to retire and stuff...

As for me, all this security work has given me quite a thirst, and coffee seems like the best option this morning...
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
<Preset Green Energy Charge Restores Café Cramer to it's former Pristine Condition.>

Caffeine!

I Need Bacon and Eggs with Whole Wheat Toast, and Coffee, Lots Of Coffee!

If Hrun's acting up again I suppose I'll just have to work some overtime this week (and charge it to the security office at my usual Double and a Half Rate)

Cramer's Place is all spiffy, but there's lots more to do (after breakfast)
 
Posted by CJ Taylor on :
 
FC, do you have some non-coffee morning beverage selections? I'm told caffine stunts your growth, and I can't afford that.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Although I just can't understand your thinking CJ, I believe there is a comprehensive selection of freshly squeezed juices for your enjoyment.

I'll have my usual pot of black.

Sorry about the ruckus yesterday FC. At least most of it took place outside but I'll be sure show certain people the door before I have to give out any more attitude adjustments in the future.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
FC, there are donuts and muffins in the lunch room here at work. Help me resist their siren call. Feed me tofu! Please!
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Just send them my way Semi. I'd be happy to dispose of them for you. I'm the guy at the office that eats the wierd, forlorn custard and icing filled doughnuts that are still around at quitting time.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I've told myself no muffin today. I gained two pounds this week and I plan to lose them both today.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
My wife's always encouraging me to put on a few pounds. I just can't seem to but I do skip breakfast and lunch a lot. But next week I'm going to Denver for work and I've got a $47 per diem for food so I may be flying back in sweatpants. Room service, ahoy!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
If I skip breakfast and lunch I usually lose. I tend to skip lunch a fair amount because there are no decent places to eat around my office. Wish we had a Cafe Cramer here.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
I hear you. There's a cafe in the lobby but I've never got anything there in almost a year at this location. I don't even know why. For anything else I'd have to get in the car and drive and it's sort of a pain. I try to bring lunch sometimes but there's never much time in the morning to make anything. Whine whine whine. Where's my cup o' soup?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Notice to CJ and other patrons: we have a full selection of decaffeinated and non-caffeinated beverages, because, let's face it, caffeine leaches the calcium from your skeleton. Although there's nothing quite like real coffee for the true addict...

Semi, I could fix you some scrambled tofu - tastes like eggs. Of course, I do offer absolutely fat-free muffins, which I have been making for years. The secret is in the mixing - so they aren't tough like the low-fat stuff you get in the real world. Don't skip breakfast!

Thanks to Cobie, Abin and Matlock, for the repairs. We certainly have an effective, rapid-response security force here!
 
Posted by Loser Lad on :
 
As a true addict I salute you for always keeping my IV-drip bag full of fresh, hot coffee! It's like liquid gold this stuff!
 
Posted by Re-AniMiner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by matlock:
I'm the guy at the office that eats the wierd, forlorn custard and icing filled doughnuts that are still around at quitting time.

You too, huh?

And I don't even like custard.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I failed yesterday and ate the apple fritter. [Frown]
 
Posted by Re-AniMiner on :
 
It's OK, Semi. It's just the once.

You'll get back on track.
 
Posted by Re-AniMiner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
let's face it, caffeine leaches the calcium from your skeleton.

So the trick is to just put lots of milk in the coffee to even things out?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
It looks like I've had three leechings this morning already. I better stop.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Never! Caffeine Forever! I Must Have My COFFEE!!!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I cooked a turkey tenderloin marinated in teriyaki. May I contribute it to Cafe Cramer's dinner menu?
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
I'm out of town and I can't sleep well. I need extra caffeine this week so keep it coming!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I have to work through lunch.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I'll bring you over some of that turkey tenderloin along with a salad of fall greens and some kale with bacon. Should it go to your desk or do you prefer to eat in a boardroom?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Thanks, FC. I'll eat at my desk, with the door closed so that I can post at LW.
 
Posted by Space Boy on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
let's face it, caffeine leaches the calcium from your skeleton.

Do they make calcium supplements or do I just need to drink more milk?

And, if there are supplements but I continue being a caffeine addict, do the two cancel each other out and just leave me calcium-less?

Osteoporosis, here I come. [Frown]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Looks like Fat Cramer's been up all night baking to feed the hungry citizens of Legion World. Bravo!

 -
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
That would make a great hat. Looks delicious, too.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Well I can see the late Queen Mum wearing it, but not anyone else, really.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'm here for a late evening snack. Some strawberry ice-cream would be good right now.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
In ice cream, we have low-carb for you protein people, fat-free for the other side of the dietary debate, Tofutti for the vegans and high-calcium for the middle-agers.
 
Posted by Myriad on :
 
Any old-fashioned, whole fat ice-cream? *tee hee*
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Of course, that too. It's our most popular variety.

And, for all coffee-drinkers/addicts, in the interest of full disclosure, the bad news:

www.relfe.com/caffeine.html

I would like to state, for the record, that I have read the book in its entirety, purchased a can of Teecino and a jar of Caf-Lib but will continue to serve fully-caffeinated products at the Café for any who so desire.
 
Posted by Belinda Hill on :
 
Now that's a worrying article Cramer, I'd better stick with fruit jices from now on.
 
Posted by Blooming Orchid on :
 
I refuse to worry today. Tomorrow at the earliest. Today, I'm aiming for fractaled and fancy-free!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
I would like to state, for the record, that I have read the book in its entirety, purchased a can of Teecino and a jar of Caf-Lib but will continue to serve fully-caffeinated products at the Caf%E9 for any who so desire.

A cafe owner who doesn't drink coffee? Scandalous!!! What's next, a bar-keep who doesn't drink booze? [Wink] (Ooops, people in glass houses shouldn't throw stones, I guess ....)

[ October 24, 2004, 11:55 AM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Fortunately, we can consume anything with impunity on Legion World.

While I'm waiting for the extra-caffeinated coffee to drip, I'll head over to SHAKES for something extra-alcoholic, and maybe some high-fat junk food snacks to go with it. [Smile]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I promise to continue to poison my body with anything I can!
 
Posted by Pizzazz on :
 
Not too much poison, Cobie, I like your body.
 
Posted by CJ Taylor on :
 
I could use a pluberry muffin this morning.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Pizzazz:
Not too much poison, Cobie, I like your body.

I'm rather fond of yours too [Wink]

Can I get you something here at the cafe?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
May I have a protein shake please?
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Of course, that too. It's our most popular variety.

And, for all coffee-drinkers/addicts, in the interest of full disclosure, the bad news:

www.relfe.com/caffeine.html

I would like to state, for the record, that I have read the book in its entirety, purchased a can of Teecino and a jar of Caf-Lib but will continue to serve fully-caffeinated products at the Café for any who so desire.

Blasphemy!

That article has made me nervous and stressed out. May I please have a cup of your strongest brew to calm my nerves? [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Pizzazz on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
quote:
Originally posted by Pizzazz:
Not too much poison, Cobie, I like your body.

I'm rather fond of yours too [Wink]

Can I get you something here at the cafe?

I always fancied fresh fruit.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Morning, cafe patrons.
 
Posted by The Red Bee on :
 
It's only Tuesday? Need coffee...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I got one of these for my protein shakes in the morning. It's great. So here's one for Cafe Cramer. (It's also great for milkshakes - both low carb and hitest.)

 -
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Thanks Semi! We can come up with some great breakfast drinks with this.

Who's up for a bacon shake?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
You'd have to blend the bacon first. Might as well just use the old cuisinart for that one. [Smile] ... and add sardines to make it extra tasty. [Disgusting]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Time for some tea. I'm feeling guilty. Our computer guy brought in a big plastic pumpkin filled with candy and chocolate bars. Have I told you I have no will-power when I hear the siren call? Half a bloody pumpkin later ....
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Shoulda just et the plastic pumpkin, Semi!

It's Friday, good people. Help yourselves to the beverage of your choice (bacon and liver shakes available for carnivores!) and the usual array of breakfast foods ... and get ready to GOOF OFF!!!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I was saved from the Friday muffins. Some scoundrel ate mine before I got down to the lunch room. I expressed my disappointment, but secretly I was releived to have the temptation removed. (Have I admitted that willpower is not my strong suit?)
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

A cup of dark coffee would be perfect right now. The colder it gets, the later in the evening I keep drinking coffee...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Sunday morning at Cafe Cramer - the perfect place for bacon and eggs.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
And in the evening, it's great to stop by for some coffee. Any recommendations on one of those special coffees?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
An espresso is always nice after dinner.
 
Posted by STU Cat on :
 
Meow.

May I have a saucer of cream, plase?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Oh boy, I can see we're going to have to watch where we walk in here now. Saucers of milk all over the floor.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Not on your life. Cats may have their saucer of milk in the corner over by the woodstove. Cats should know their place, and their place is not all over the place.

However, I'm always happy to welcome any of them.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Dogs are now under-represented in LW. Hmmmm....
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Time for a pre-vote feast to get my strength up. Don't want to leave any chads hanging.

Think I'll start with some eggs, bacon, and orange juice. Then top it off with a nice, big blueberry wheatgerm pancake.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Just one pancake? You'll probably need more nourishment than that to get through election day! Here - take some muffins along with you.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Well, I've got butterflies in my stomach. I don't think I'm going to have much of an appetite until the results are in tonight.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
What makes you think you'll have an appetite after the results are in?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I eat when I'm nervous. If either of those idiots running for high office blow up the world before I get to read Waid's Legion, I'm going to be mighty mighty annoyed.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
You're right ferroboy. I have no appetite.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
You're right ferroboy. I have no appetite.

I'm with Semi. I'll just coffee...maybe with a shot of something.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I may just take my meals at SHAKES for the next few days.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
I'd change that to "something with a shot of coffee", Cobalt.
 
Posted by Rapture on :
 
I'll have a mocha latte with a scone.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Hey, what gives? I had to rescue Cafe Cramer from page 3!!! A legendary Legion World establishment should never fall to page 3.


Now for the luncheon buffet....
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Here, here! I'll take a cup to go for the commute home.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
Hmm...let's try a coffee with a shot of Amaretto.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
Sounds good for a change.....hook me up too ferro!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I'd like some Amaretto with a shot of coffee instead.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I'll have an amaretto with a shot of coffee myself...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Just enough coffee so that the coffee smell fools the co-workers, mind you. We don't need to go overboard on the whole coffee thing.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Agreed. Besides, we can always have another bit of coffee when our buzz starts to die down and we need a new hit of amaretto...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'd like one of Cramer's famous warm chicken spinach salads, with the honey mustard dressing.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
That sounds awful good, Semi. Can I taste it?
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
gotta cajun chicken over pasta and peppersauce here? if so i'll take one
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Came into the office this morning and there was a fresh apple pie with cinamon crumble on top. I resisted .... until 10:05 a.m. Mmmm...
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
It's still better than my *nothing* until dinner.
 
Posted by HighPriestess Viviane on :
 
I went out to Hometown Buffet, but that's it, nothing else, I feel woozy.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I never miss breakfast. It's a key component of a life lacking direction.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
I'm lucky if I ever have breakfast. I usually start with lunch. But that might change when I start my new job with [for the first time ever] a regular schedule!
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
my usual breakfast (marck's big effing breakfast special) -
1/2 kilo hashbrowns (usually done spanish style)
10/15 strips of bacon
4 slices lightly browned toast
3 egg omelette w/ peppers, onion, green onion, ham and cheese

whatta way to start the day... [Smile]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
My breakfast is a protein shake and a cup of coffee. That's really all I ever have time for. On Christmas morning, I make eggs benedict as a special treat.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
A protein shake, eh? Hmm...

Semi, you need to make some more time for a healthier breakfast. I know I'm not one to talk since I typically skip breakfast entirely, but I always was better with dispensing advice than following it.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I've never had eggs benedict before. It does sound good though...
 
Posted by Kent on :
 
Reeaaalll good. If done right. Bad Eggs B = breakfast malfunction.
 
Posted by Kent on :
 
Say, Cobie, how's life?

Howz the new job working out?
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
last restaurant i worked at had a decent eggs benedict. Had some other pretty good recipes that used poached eggs as well
 
Posted by Harbinger on :
 
I would so L-O-V-E a cup of decent coffee right now! It's freeeeeezing outside and we just walked home from town (all of 3/4 a mile so not far really [Big Grin] )as there were no taxis to be seen!

Cramer, have you any extra caffiene, extra hot, extra yummy suggestions for this poor cold soul? (no chocolate though please)
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Caffeine.

Just....caffeine.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
No caffeine for me before bed. But maybe another beer to held send me off to sleep.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Kent:
Say, Cobie, how's life?

Howz the new job working out?

It's working out great Kent, thanks for asking! They've piled a lot of work my way, but the big boss told me the other day its because they trust me and I'm moving along faster than they thought, so I guess its a pretty good thing. How about you, how's everything? Will you be making it into NYC for the Christmas lights soon?

Oh, and a cup of coffee sounds great right about now...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Good morning Cafe Cramerites.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Thanksgiving specials at the Café, through Sunday. Just haven't figured out what they are yet.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'm betting there'll be some turkey soup on the menu by Sunday.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
might i suggest a turkey stuffed with a chicken stuffed with a duck stuffed with stuffing?
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Stuff a goose in there somewhere, and you've got a deal. (And a bacon garnish, natch...)
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
That's a bit much for breakfast, innit?
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
Definitely too much for me, especially since I rarely eat breakfast as it is. I guess I could go for some toast with orange marmalade and maybe some scrambled eggs. Oh, and some milk and OJ.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Just coffee for me thanks! Don't have room today for anything else!
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
I just had my first coffee in two days.....
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
What's good a the Cafe at 7:12 p.m.?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Probably an Italian Roast decaf with some deep dish apple pie.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I was reading that and thinking an Italian Roast beef would be good. No coffee for me in the evening.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
Would you have Italian Roast Beef with Italian Roast Decaf?
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
I'll just have the usual to go - black coffee for the drive home.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
noone in the Cafe for days? For shame, for shame. I think i'll help myself to a coffee. A nice dark roast. Yes that sounds good.
 
Posted by antacidlass on :
 
Umm, how do we pay?
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Antacidlass,

The only "fee" imposed by Fat Cramer (proprietress of Cafe Cramers)is to enjoy the food and company. Donations of posts on othe threads are graciously accepted.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I'll put a pot of coffee on for the usual crowd...
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
yum coffee. I'll take a cup cobalt
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Cup of tea for me, please.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
A fresh pot for a new day coming right up.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
FC, I'd be happy to help you decorate the cafe for the holdiay season. Any suggestions?
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
I suggest cut-outs of shamrocks, "Erin go Bragh" banners, & little leprechauns.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Wrong holiday, Quis. Save those ideas for March.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
bunnies bearing gifts of chocolate?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Okay, I'm doing it myself. [Mad] Someone hand me the holly, please.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
who's holly? is she a hottie?
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
Okay, I'm doing it myself. [Mad] Someone hand me the holly, please.

*Hands Semi the holly. Points out the lights, garland, and stringed cranberries & popcorn ready to be hung. "Christmas Wrapping" by the Waitresses is playing*
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
<sigh> She's quite cool, dedster, but she can make you bleed if you handle her carelessly. Now, hold the ladder please while I put up these twinkling lights.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
>holds ladder for semi<
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Okay, looks like we're getting somewhere now. A few more decorations and Cafe Cramer will look festive, warm and cozy like Santa's kitchen. (Not that it hasn't always looked warm and cozy!)
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
>moves some tables and starts painting a wintery mural on wall<

this should help too
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Hey Semi, Cobie wanted me to ask you to put this 500 piece, mistletoe garland up, got any ideas where it can go? [Smile]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
String it around the room, just below the crown moulding.

Beautiful mural, dedman. (But please remember to make it a happy scene. i.e., no dead bunnies or dismembered hunters.)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Wow! Thanks for all the decorating, guys. It's beautiful - and I could concentrate on the baking. (Fortunately, there's already an abundance of cupcakes this year.)

I was thinking of putting real candles on the tree, but will wait until the new fire extinguisher is delivered.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
We can always use lots of fruit cake and coconut rum balls for the holidays. And I'm sure that Cafe Cramer makes it's own eggnog - none of that stuff in a carton. [Eek!]

[ December 07, 2004, 02:30 PM: Message edited by: Semi Transparent Fellow ]
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
yum coconut rumaballs
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Hey, who hung all these salad greens on the wall here?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Stay away from those LSD cupcakes, Miner!

Here, have some really strong coffee. It might help.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
No, seriously. It looks like someone hung up an entire House Salad.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
do you mean the wreaths?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
No salad on the walls. Maybe that's just part of dedman's mural.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Perhaps the dimensional barriers are breaking down, and Miner is seeing into some other Café where there is indeed salad on the walls. If there's salad on the walls, you wonder what they put on their plates...

This could get messy - and calls for hot cinnamon rolls.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Wow! Thanks for all the decorating, guys. It's beautiful - and I could concentrate on the baking. (Fortunately, there's already an abundance of cupcakes this year.)

I was thinking of putting real candles on the tree, but will wait until the new fire extinguisher is delivered.

I'm sure the White Witch could enchant some fire-proof flames on the candles, FC.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Cinnamon rolls? Mmmm...
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
Sure, I'll have some cinammon rolls. It's easy to shed the pounds when you can just shave off a bit of iron! [Smile]
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Friday morning and I missed Breakfast at home.

Got any strong coffee to get me going FC? and could you do me a bacon butty to eat back at my desk?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
One thermos of strong and a bacon butty will be teleported to your desk pronto!

Now to get back to setting up those enchanted candles...
 
Posted by Greybird on :
 
What IS a "bacon butty," anyway? I keep seeing the bone-idle Onslow asking for one from his comically frustrated wife Daisy, on "Keeping Up Appearances," and it makes me crave one.

Especially when I'm bone-idle enough to let McDonald's do the cooking. Is it similar to a Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Biscuit? ... Over in the USA, "biscuits" use a baked, light, and flaky bread, and are not sweet baked confections, which we call "cookies."

... Oh, to heckwiddit. Give me a double latte with quadruple cream, please, FC, and I'll forget again about how we're "divided by a common language"!
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Grey

a bacon butty is really just a another term for a bacon sandwich.

although here in the North East we tend to use "stottie cakes" rather than sliced bread. Now before you ask me what a stottie is, it's not that exotic, just a dialect name for a large (and we are taking between 6 and 12 inch diameter) white soft bread bun.


Of course a bacon buttie here is just a light snack. A few stalls and shops offer the full English breakfast in a stottie, that is bacon sausages, eggs, mushrooms, onions, black pudding and baked beans. Yum Yum, but oh my poor full tum tum [Smile]
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
now you've gone and made me hungry
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
One double quadruple coming up for Greybird - fortunately that cream (and the bacon butty) have no artery-clogging effect if consumed within the confines of Legion World.

For dedman, a shot of Screech in his coffee.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
I didn't miss the cinnamon rolls did I? And one of those bacon things sounds good. I think I must be hungry.
 
Posted by ferroboy on :
 
Is there ice cream around here, FC? I have a sudden craving.
 
Posted by HighPriestess Viviane on :
 
I just ate a bagel, and I totally dropped it like it's hot.

Man, will I ever get over that song.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Cafe Cramer was on the bottom of page 3!!! That's just plain heresy folks.

Back to business .... ah, the aroma of Fat Cramer's famous short-bread cookies - full of butter and fresh from the oven. My favorite holiday aroma.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Oh! Short-bread cookies!

ya know, I love dunking em in my java.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
Cafe Cramer was on the bottom of page 3!!! That's just plain heresy folks.

Ya know, last time I can recall this happening, some Gil'Dishapn punks caused a mess. We'd better look around and make sure everything's intact...
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
All quiet on the Café front. There's an extra pot of extra-strong for any people suffering from holiday parties. Also a few ice bags in the freezer, just help yourself. Pluberry Buckwheat Pancakes on the griddle, if you're hungry.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
cofee and pancakes, whatta way to start the day
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
..or end the night.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Hmmm.

Nothing like three-day-old Pluberry pancakes for a snack on a looong work day. <smack, smack> erm. Gerd sturf... Sorry, talking with my mouth full.

Need someting to wash it down with. See ya at Shakes...
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
One big bowl of Chicken Noodle Soup to go.

I am getting sick. All my colds have been following this pattern for the last couple of years. Sore throat (which goes away), body aches, then stuffy head and nose. Sore throat is going away, now the body aches are hitting.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Poor Quis! Have some Vitamin-C enriched coffee and sit close to the fire. You deserve a day off work.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
eat a raw half-handfull each (small, not heaping) of chopped garlic, chopped carrots, chopped parsely and onion. works every time.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
PAGE THREE?

This is getting to be an unacceptable trend. I blame all these useless 'Welcome' threads that never earn their keep.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I probably shouldn't have started charging for the fair trade coffee.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Well, I'm back here! I think I'll hit up the stash of magazines that hasn't gotten much use lately...
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Do you remember that one year ago you were an amoeba, Cobie?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Has it been a whole year, already?

The mere mention of the Dark Stu Saga gets me all smiley everytime [Smile] . I recently checked out your thread "Calling All Mages" too FC, and remembered how you were able to organize a way for me to be changed back!

Good thing Abin was around to clean up after me when I still came here everyday in amoeba form...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
No one can blame you.

You just go with the flow.
 
Posted by Kid Cobalt on :
 
Caffeine!

Ah, a nice cup o' joe will be great right now...

I wonder why Sarah, the girl at the counter, didn't recognize me?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Poppin' Pulsars! I wonder what the explanation for this is! [Confused]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Well, I seem to be normal again FC [insert own witty comment on how I'm not really ever normal], but there seems to be something else going on around LW these days.

Tell me, what do you know of a Legion of Message Board Super Villains?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Dear me! Foes from another dimension? Time travellers? Certainly none of our people toddling down the path of wrong-doing, I trust!

And may I add, Senator, that I am not now, nor have I ever been, a member of the Legion of Message Board Super Villains. [Streaky]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Foes manufactured by our 'Security' chief, I say!

[dwells on his theory over a triple mocha latte.]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
aka "Job Security".

Of course, we'd always need a Security Chief to check out those recurring, strange noises in the Princess' bedroom.
 
Posted by Reboot on :
 
Put an expresso in Glitch's teleport port, please [Smile]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Ah, Java!
the gift of the gods!

....and no Metamorpho jokes, please.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Only one thing can get the morning started the *right* way...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
...and a cup of coffee is great once that's done.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Do you want that in a cup, or in the IV bag?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Sadly, my breakfast has devolved over the last year to a protein shake. What can you suggest to spice up my life, FC?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Semi, I used to rely on your rich descriptions of breakfasts to make me hungry in the morning! [Big Grin]

Even though it may not be the healthiest thing, may I suggest pastrami, a fried egg and some cheese on a hard roll? Simple, but sure is delicious!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
It does sound delicious. I should be able to one of those about once every other month.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
[Confused]

But you look like your in *incredible* shape in all those photos, Semi! [Big Grin]

I hope I can look that way by 30!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Believe me, Cobie. It's not easy to stay in shape after 50. I really have to watch what I eat. When it comes to food, I feel like the orphan out on the snowy sidewalk with his nose pressed up against the window of the 4 star restaurant where the fatcats are dining on foie gras with truffles and filet mignon with peppercorn sauce and rosemary butter.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I admire your resolve.

I find I just can't stay with oatmeal every morning, and a breakfast bar or shake isn't enough.
 
Posted by rickshaw1 on :
 
Hmmmm, breakfast....

Scrambled eggs, bacon, english muffins, bacon, iced tea, bacon, cantalope, bacon.

Oh, and i would really like some bacon with my breakfast.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
In springtime, a young man's thoughts turn to bacon.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Sounds good! Mind if I join ya.?
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffene!

Bacon? Do I smell Bacon?
 
Posted by The Royal Inquisitor on :
 
<views from afar>

Let them attack the High Priestess. I am on Legion World for revenge and I shall have it.

Beginning with Fat Cramer, one of three who I detest above all others.

Cafe Cramer shall burn before this is done.
 
Posted by Yellow King on :
 
We have an Inquisitor?
Sweet!

*Since I'm in with the brute squad on Warworld I guess I ought to let Harbinger handle this one, eh? *
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
It's not so sweet, really.

Let's just say he has issues.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
When did he get out of the dungeon? I lose track of all these evil-doers. Fortunately, a pot of hot coffee in the face should take care of him - if he dares to cross the threshold.

quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
Believe me, Cobie. It's not easy to stay in shape after 50. I really have to watch what I eat. When it comes to food, I feel like the orphan out on the snowy sidewalk with his nose pressed up against the window of the 4 star restaurant where the fatcats are dining on foie gras with truffles and filet mignon with peppercorn sauce and rosemary butter.

I'm with you - or would be if we had a four-star restaurant in this backwater... I've taken to getting food porn out of the library - those beautiful cookbooks with full-page colour photos for every recipe.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Outdoor Miner:
It's not so sweet, really.

Let's just say he has issues.

Understatement.

[Big Grin]
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
I need a cup of coffee badly now. All this strife gives me a headache. There better not be any Inquisitors in here, that's all I'm going to say.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Here, here to that!

I'll join you for a cup, Matt! With Viv evil and Space Ranger missing again, looks like it's back to me and you manning the Security Office.

I'm considering a brief quest to get my powers back. In the meantime, it might be smart to have you on guard here, making sure the Inquisitor doesn't do anything stupid...

We can get these things dealt with as we try and figure out what to do next about Viv. As for now--I need coffee!
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Yeah, it's been a long, drunken and inconclusive case so far.

Did we ever make the Red Bee an official member of the Office? I say we ought to, he's been a staunch ally so far. I called the bank and had Viv's automatic deposit shut off, so we have room under the salary cap. (I know our budget's big enough anyway, I just say that for the official record as it were.)
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Yeah, and any little dig we can have at Viv is a good one [Wink]

I think the Red Bee would be a good addition myself. The offer of course extends to Faraway Lad and Yellow Kid, but I'm not sure if they'd want the job right now with their own responsibilities.

If Disaster Boy stays on the side of good, we might even consider him as a potential officer on a probationary period.

Between you and me, I'm considering giving Hrun the Barbarian a call if it means we'll have more active hands in settling this problem.

Hopefully Vee, Semi, Space Ranger, Abin and Emerald Empress will return to join us shortly.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Hrun, for all his rowdiness is a doughty warrior. I'm also for giving disaster boy a second chance, also on some sort of probationary non-evil basis. And like you say, Faraway and YK have their own roads to hoe so I figure they're probably going to remain independent of this office.

Red Bee - front and center! You've officially taken on full responsiblities as "the rookie." But we'll try to keep you from the fate of the typical rookie. Plus, you have bees and that is to your advantage.

If it wasn't for the Inquisitor I'd say we move this to Shakes to celebrate officially. That's one more we owe him.

[ April 22, 2005, 10:54 AM: Message edited by: matlock ]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
That bastard!

I'd say we should stop by the Security Office to make it official, but we're spread too thin right now and there's too many places we need to be.

So Bee, welcome aboard! Remember, when all else fails, take the James Bond approach--destroy everything.

Matlock, good luck with the Inquisitor case...my path will diverge here, as I try to regain my powers before Viv wakes up from her YK induced slumber.

Off to the Pysonion Embassy - the Princess' advice has always soothed me before a journey. After that, I'll post a note at the Security Office and be off...

[ April 22, 2005, 11:18 AM: Message edited by: Cobalt Kid ]
 
Posted by The Red Bee on :
 
I'm honored, fellas! I promise to always be in the big fight scenes, although I'll usually be getting zapped or punched.

But now I can hang out and drink coffee and talk 'security' as Legion World hangs in the balance...
 
Posted by Yellow King on :
 
I'm too pooped to party at the moment but a triple latte should perk me up for a few minutes.

Guys, I made Bob a temporary Legionnaire, we need him in this crisis. Just as soon as admin approves his registration he'll be here to stomp booty.

Red Menace is staying to mop up at war world and
I'll send an alert out to Big Blue Mean Mutha but I don't know...at least I know we can count on the Gay Green Giant.
 
Posted by Space Tart on :
 
Ooh, Gay Green Giant has such a cute figure!

As much as I hate to see Cobie go, that boy sure does move from place to place fast!

I'll join you boys for a white mocha latte, but I get all giggly and stuff when I have too much caffeine!

*tee hee*
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Hey, thanks for the pickup from that scuzzy murky planet by the way. Much appreciated Space Tart!
 
Posted by Space Tart on :
 
My pleasure, cutie!
 
Posted by Yellow King on :
 
No kidding. Thanks Spacey.
I'm beat, the ride home is MUCH appreciated.

I'm sure Bob will be happy to show off that figure as soon as he gets through LW customs. You two should get along well, he's a tart too. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by DarkPriestess Viviane on :
 
This place is tacky, somebody should blow it up!
 
Posted by Gay Green Giant on :
 
Hi there. I'm green and you need a makeover darling. That peasant mu-mu thing is just SO 8th century and have you EVER been to a hairdresser?
You're dismissed until you learn a little style. Grace wouldn't hurt either but we're not asking for miracles.

So this is Cramer's. Billy...I mean Yellow Kid, speaks quite well of the place and I can see it's just lovely.
May I have a very large Latte please dear?
 
Posted by Yellow King on :
 
Bob!!
You old cork-soaker!
[Big Grin] Here's your LMB Walking ring.
 
Posted by Gay Green Giant on :
 
A ring?! Oh Yellow, you shouldn't have!
[LOL]
How sweet. Am I officially a member of the boys club now?
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun throws axe, narrowly missing Bobs head, it sinks into the polished wood work near the espresso machine.

Cramer my most honoured Lady, tis meet that I should return at this time. Will thou not help the Noble Cobaltus and I?

Oh and can i have three triple espresso's to go please!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Like you need the caffeine boost.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Hrun, what a pleasure to see you back - and in such fine mettle! If you don't mind, just leave that axe embedded in the wall - we can use an extra coat hook over there.

And maybe make two of the espressos decaf....
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<call in to Cafe Cramer>

Matlock, I hope all is going well. So far, no luck on my side quest, but we’ll have to see what happens…although, I may have found some deeper, darker mystery related to all this madness…

I hope FC has joined you at some point. Her experience in taking down the Inquisitor is invaluable—you haven’t seen a poetry attack until you’ve seen her in action.

Also, please be sure to tell Hrun I will be keeping an eye out for him on this little quest. His might will be very handy as we make progress in ending these Magic Wars.

<end call>
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Roger that, CK!!! Red Bee, Hrun and I have Cramer's pretty well covered in addition to her own formidable skills. The Inquisitor had better watch out.
 
Posted by The Red Bee on :
 
I’m with you, Matlock! Let the scary guy with bombs and the mask come in here! Blowing up an old building is one thing, but destroying this assortment of donuts…that’s beyond crossing the line.
 
Posted by The Royal Inquisitor on :
 
<watches from close location>

Soon…

Omega beams shall set forth from my eyes and Fat Cramer shall know pain…as will any others stupid enough to interfere…
 
Posted by Emerald Empress on :
 
<the Emerald Eye of Ekron blinks>

Silly man thinks he's unobserved. My mistress knows all and sees all. And boy has she got in in for him!

<the Emerald Eye of Ekron blinks once again>

[Emerald Empress]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
If anyone hates the Inquisitor more than FC, Blockade Boy or me, it’s gotta be the Empress!

She’s overdue for some revenge on him from her trial in the fall of 2003! Go get ‘em EE!

<er, ends call>
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Thumps Red Bee on the back laughing.

"Donuts?? That is no food for a mighty warrior, here, take this rare moose steak"

Thrusts almost raw slab of meat into the bees hands.

Laughs again.

"Cramer fair lady, twas nice to see you again I shall return after pillaging erm I mean visiting another establishment"

Leaves, but not before casually stuffing a dozen silver spoons into his knapsack.
 
Posted by Queen Connie on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
Yeah, and any little dig we can have at Viv is a good one [Wink]

I think the Red Bee would be a good addition myself. The offer of course extends to Faraway Lad and Yellow Kid, but I'm not sure if they'd want the job right now with their own responsibilities.

If Disaster Boy stays on the side of good, we might even consider him as a potential officer on a probationary period.

Between you and me, I'm considering giving Hrun the Barbarian a call if it means we'll have more active hands in settling this problem.

Hopefully Vee, Semi, Space Ranger, Abin and Emerald Empress will return to join us shortly.

Mrrrwwwww!!!!!!

(*instant translation via LMBP Walking Ring*)

What am I chopped liver?
 
Posted by Queen Connie on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Gay Green Giant:
That peasant mu-mu thing is just SO 8th century

SPtttzzzzzzz!!!

(*instant translation via LMBP Walking Ring)

Hehehe!! That's all the ugly witch has left to wear after I shredded and befouled her finery with my claws and ... well, you know ... what comes out of the non-talking end of a cat! (I refuse to use rude words in polite company.)
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Connie, I could never forget you! I was actually hoping that while the rest took care of Viv and the Inquisitor, your feline intuition might be able to help me figure out a way to restore my powers.

Once we complete this little mini-quest, I’ll be back up to full strength and can help set things right on LW…
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Cramer!

More Caffine......Quick!


Looks around, see's no one looking and eats the large pie cooling on the window ledge.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Oh oh!! Cramer is going to be really peeved with Hrun now!

***runs for cover.....
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
No word from the Inquisitor lately…things have been quiet, but almost too quiet.

Still no luck with my powers situation either. And Yellow Kid and Disaster Boy’s mission was a bust, while Faraway hinges on death’s door. *And* Viviane still floats above us, lost to the evil that consumes her.

At some point, there must be a turning of the tide…

<sip>
 
Posted by Yellow Kid on :
 
Well...I think we could find those things that the LSH used to restore Lightning Lad. *shudder*
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Never mind that.

[William Shatner]...I... mustHave.... Java!......BeforeIExplode...[/William Shatner]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
(making the sound of a phaser on overload)
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Yellow Kid:
Well...I think we could find those things that the LSH used to restore Lightning Lad. *shudder*

Thats not really such a bad idea...do we have any laying about?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<enters>

Coffee, and strong, is what I need now...

Whose around right now? It seems things are beginning to move to an end point finally, and we need to get ourselves in order. My powers have returned, and Hrun has begun another assault on Viv's island.

But the Cafe needs to be defended against the Inquisitor, so everyone follow Matlock's lead. In the meantime, I'll try to find Faraway Lad's body and discover the secret behind this traitor nonsense.

Eventually, we're going to have to square up with Viviane too...good luck, LMB.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
<sipping coffee quietly in the corner, one eye peeled for the Inquisitor...>
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Whew! I'm surprised the place is still standing. Sorry I've missed the adventure so far, but business kept me occupied on Planet Mudball. Fortunately, the Café spirits keep the coffee machines humming and the baked goods baking.

So the Inquisitor is still rampaging about? He better not rampage in here. All-day breakfast buffet for everybody!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Awright!!!!

(makes a place of bacon, Irish bacon, sausage patties, huevos rancheros, biscuits, rye toast, fried tomato, baked beans, with a side of french toast)

Thrhsh ih grah! (translation: "this is good!")
 
Posted by The Royal Inquisitor on :
 
Let them wait, as their forces are continually spread thin. Out in the streets of Legion World I am able to roam free...
 
Posted by Princess Crujectra on :
 
Cramer dear, I hope you don't mind, but I've stationed some of my personal security staff outside Cafe Cramer. Their range of psionic skills should be more than enough to repel anything the Royal Inquisitor might throw at you.

Oh, and can I get a Vanilla/Hazelnut blend for the road?
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Oh, that's it! No more stakeouts, no more waiting and please no more coffee. My eyes are floating here.

Inquisitor, I'm a coming out after you...
 
Posted by Gay Green Giant on :
 
Wow!
I haven't thrown a temper tantrum like that in ages and ages. There's not much left of that ugly mudball and I'm certainly not going to worry about it a bit.
I really need something smooth and soothing afetr that. Could I have a Colossal Cocoa please dear?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<watches in from omni-com at Castle Faraway>

Wow, Matt has taken the fight to the Inquisitor!

And a good move too! With the Psyonian Guard watching the Cafe, I'd suggest all other LMBers who aren't with KP and me or attacking the Unholy Isle to join him!

(And willikers! It's hard to keep strait whose where these days!)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
It is hard to keep it all straight. History happens fast around here. That's why I'm going to just sit out events here in the security of the café (thanks to the protection of Her Majesty's guards and our noble, fighting LMBers) and dish out the coffee and comestibles to friends.
 
Posted by Princess Crujectra on :
 
A noble cause, dear Cramer. You know how much the LMBP enjoys their refreshments.

OOOOH! Pastries!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Sounds like a plan, FC! And your cafe will be safe with us on the job.

And if anyone doubts your ferocity in battle, one need only look back to the time you and I took down the Inquisitor in combat together [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
*munch*

Oh, and I'll have another horn...
 
Posted by Doctor Mayavale on :
 
<Mayavale leaves $50 on the counter>
 
Posted by Gay Green Giant on :
 
Kramer's right, you kids move fast. It's hard for an old queen like me to keep up with all this frantic dashing around the galaxy.
Would someone tell Yk to hyperpath me as soon as he shows? I've been so involved in all this superheroic smashing and posturing that I'm afraid business may be suffering.
My poor executive assistant -Haberdasher Lad- (such a cute little behind and that Errol Flynn mustache is just darling [Big Grin] ) is probably frantic with worry. Lovely boy but a bit high strung.
I'll be back in touch very shortly but I MUST make sure he hasn't sold off my business to some interplanetary consortium of would-be-conquerors or a traveling burlesque show of some kind by now.
You know, business waits for no man...at least not MY men. I simply must have a long hot bath and an even longer hotter massage >wink<

If you really really need me call the shop and 'dash will put you right through to my private line.

Toodeloo dears. See you in a few days.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
$50? That old Mayavale is a great tipper. But I better check the antique silverware, just in case... and find out if this is a counterfeit bill. He may still be accumulating bad deeds to balance his karma.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
could someone go feed my unconcious body, it was left lying in a thread?
 
Posted by The Red Bee on :
 
*girl behind the counter leaves Café Cramer, on way home*

 -

<evil grin>

*bees rummage through array of pastries and treats inside Cafe*

The streets of Legion World aren’t safe for young ones…

*she lies stung and battered in the streets*
 
Posted by Gay Green Giant on :
 
You were so handy when we were baeting on those evil women with no makeup wearing those icky homemade dresses. So much potential.
Bees are for honey little fella, not supervillians.
*sigh*
Medic! Get the girl up to Medicus would you dear?
*A wind whips past GGG and faster than the eye can follow the girl is gone"
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
At least we now have honey for our tea.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
*Gasp*

I think the honey's been... poisoned!

With the Super Incurable Poison ... Of Space!

*collapses*
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
IBby! Good to see you! Been a while... wait... I don't feel so good...

(sees IBby collapse)

IB! What happened? I-I-

(collapses also)
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
*gasps*

Kent... good to see you... (choke) Wish it had been... (cough) under... better... circumstances...

(collaspes yet again)
 
Posted by Judge Ded on :
 
EGADS!!! TWO LMBers Down!!!!! DOC JUAN WHERE ARE YOU!!!! Quickly to 'Medicus:whatever number it is since the last time we destroyed it'. And i guess i'll have to find another few of those lightning rods.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Damn the Red Bee and his venomous honey poision! More LMBers are suffering!
 
Posted by antacidlass on :
 
Wait, they've eaten something bad?!? I have just the thing to fix them up....Me!!!! You see even for a Bismollian I'm a little odd. Not only can I eat anything, but I can focus on a person and allow THEM to eat anything.
So if I concentrate on the poisonous honey.....
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
... starting... to... feel... better...

don't... stop...trying,...anta...
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Well, I never. Poison honey in my café? What luck Antacid Lass stopped by! I hope everyone is okay.

And once that Red Bee is caught, I'm going to sue the stinger off him.
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
[Elastic Lad] [ROTFLMAO]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Feeling much better. Thanks to everyone who sent - I mean meant to send - flowers and "get well" cards. sigh.
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
Kent, Kent I saw you clearly there for a moment, you were on my side, tell me is everything alright? Have you and the others found the potion yet?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
The potion? THE potion? The one you hinted Pov has?

This MUST become the new priority!

Pov, where are you?!?
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Thanks, antacidlass!

Hey, maybe the potion is the beer I'm drinking!

*hic*

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ...........................
 
Posted by Dedman on :
 
whats all this about a potion?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
The potion that brought Faraway back to life.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
The battle continues amongst the smouldering ruins of Cramers outdoor dinning area.

Matlock is faster and more agile than Hrun and can block most of the Barbarians blows, but every so often Hrun lands a massive sword blow against Matlock Shields which sends him crashing over into the wreckage of the tables and chairs.

Clank Clank goes the coffee pot on Hruns leg as he presses home the attack.


why is Hrun fighting with Matlock? why does he have a coffee pot on his leg? dont ask it wont make sense but


See the start of the battle here

[ June 29, 2005, 02:58 PM: Message edited by: Hrun the Barbarian ]
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
What can I do? I don't want to have to fight my own son! On the other hand the bloodlust is on him, which I can scarce blame him for. I can't keep this shield up any longer or I'm not going to have to shave in the morning, forget retiring.

***sigh***

There's only one thing to do, I guess...

<whips Security Office pretzel maker around by the cord, catching Hrun squarely in the chest leading both tumbling headlong outside into the mud and the blood and the beer.
 
Posted by Banshee on :
 
EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Here we go again [Smile]

I think I'll have some pancakes and bacon while I'm here. That is, if I can still enjoy the food with the racket going on.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

What--? More ringing in my ears?

I think I need a sausage and bacon breakfast with coffee. Maybe steak too?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Decaf only for Banshee!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
How about a diet-rite soda and a half-beesteak tomato filled with Fat Cramer's famous tuna salad?
 
Posted by Caliente on :
 
Mmmm... tuna... *salavates* So much love.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
A stack of blueberry wheatgerm pancakes and orange juice for me.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Some hot chocolate, please, and a BLT.
 
Posted by Stealth on :
 
Caffeine.

Wow. This really is a nice place.

Decaf and a short stack of plain pancakes, please.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Hmmm...

It's not like FC to let the dust pile up like this. I'll just clean the place up some and then help myself to a cuppa.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine.

Ah, this is the perfect place to spend a lazy afternoon...
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Methinks i need coffee - im pershnickered
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Here's some double strength, LAM - get you reshnickered double quick.

Thanks for the clean-up Abin.

Fresh raspberry danish just coming out of the oven.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Java...mmmm, thanks FC!

and that danish looks so good, too...
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Caffeine!

What is that wonderous smell? Oooooooooooooo! Fresh baked raspberry danishes! Yummmmmmmm!!
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
I could really go for a chocolate covered Long John right now...
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Chocolate covered Long Johns sound oddly enticing [Big Grin]
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Oh they are my absolute fave choccy fix - apart from an eclair...anything i can put in my mouth without choking on it would be a real treat!
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
May have to get my fix elsewhere - i'm off to bed! Night all!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffiene!

Ahhh... A nice hot cuppa joe and a raspberry danish!

Heaven! I'm in Heaven!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Ah, the strongest cup o' joe possible for the start of this Monday...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I just want to sit by the window in the sun and read the paper. (I can dream can't I? We haven't seen the sun in San Francisco in almost 8 weeks. I am very depressed.)
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
What season are you USA folk having at the moment? Spring?
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by legionadventureman:
What season are you USA folk having at the moment? Spring?

Summer, The dog days of summer to be exact. August is the hottest month in the Northern Hemisphere.

Which month is the hottest down under?
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Its a toss up between December and January, Abin...Oh, how i wish for a White Christmas...*sighs*
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Actually LAM, here in Rhode Island we don't get very many white christmas's. Too close to the gulf stream, weather doesn't turn really cold till January & February.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Ohmigod - so Bing Crosby was leading everybody astray??? There IS no "White Christmas"? Yes, Virginia, the b.s. has landed!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Oh there is a White Christmas! It's just further inland and north of here...
 
Posted by Tamper Lad on :
 
I find it funny that when I watch the US weathermen in January they always say "Bundle up cold Canadian air puts us in a deep freeze."

Our weathermen never say "Oppressive American hot air is making life miserable again" in August... Oh wait NEVERMIND they actually do say that.

Come to think of it our politicians say that too.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Tamper Lad:
"Oppressive American hot air is making life miserable again"

lol......could also apply to american politicians as well
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Can i get hot Bosco in here?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Do you have his phone number?
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
I think i heard George mention it on "Seinfeld" - its some sort of chocolate drink.

and if i had a phone number, OM, i would probably keep it for myself *chuckles*
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Bosco is a brand of chocolate syrup that you add to milk or pour over ice cream The Bosco web site
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by legionadventureman:
Can i get hot Bosco in here?

I remember Bosco from when I was a kid. It was this thick cholcolate syrup that you put in milk. Haven't seen it in 40 some odd years.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I've never seen it ever. I've only heard it mentioned.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Well when you move to New Jersey, you can track some down. (See web site in previous post)
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Bosco would have to be nothing short of ambrosia for that to happen.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Boscoworld... sort of like Legion World. Is that a Care Bear?

I had to order it in via FedEx, but Bosco is here now and I've whipped up a batch of Chocolate Bubble Blasting Milk. So there's all the hot (or cold) Bosco you want, for LAM and anyone else. And OM won't have to move to New Jersey.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I noted on the website that they now have sugar-free Bosco. I'll have some Carbsmart IceCream with sugar-free Bosco. (All the fun of pretending to be decadent, without any of the guilt).
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Boscoworld... sort of like Legion World. Is that a Care Bear?

I had to order it in via FedEx, but Bosco is here now and I've whipped up a batch of Chocolate Bubble Blasting Milk. So there's all the hot (or cold) Bosco you want, for LAM and anyone else. And OM won't have to move to New Jersey.

Thanks, Nancy, you are a gem!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Cubic zirconium?
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Or are you a diamond in the rough?
 
Posted by Tamper Lad on :
 
An espresso machiato for me, FC.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Could I have a double mocachino with cinnamon with a blueberry danish please, Cramer?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
One e.m. and one d.m.w/ cin. coming up. You're in luck, LAM, we have fresh wild blueberries now.

It's Evil Genius Week at the Café, celebrating the loveable rogues with the big brains - and their friends.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Fabulous, my mouth is already watering
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffiene!

Ah it's good to see some things have not changed during my absence. A hot cup of coffee and a sweet roll will go down good right now.


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(Cramey makes the best pastries)
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Thanks for the yummy goodies, Nancy, you can count on me returning real soon...Bye for now!
 
Posted by Rockhopper Lad on :
 
Could I have a cup of English breakfast with milk and a scone with butter and blackberry jam, please? I'm not evil, but I have flashes of genius occasionally. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Night John...enjoy the cuppa - have a good day
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
A cup of English breakfast sounds good right about now. A bagel with strawberry cream cheese on the side sounds even better.
 
Posted by Tamper Lad on :
 
I'll have another double espresso, if I could please FC.

Being obstinate in preparation of walking out of a failed constitutional convention and proclaiming a New Republic is hard work.

[ August 26, 2005, 05:11 PM: Message edited by: Tamper Lad ]
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Hi guys, Hey Cramer, could i have a cappuchino with two sugars and a cheese danish?
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffiene!

A cup of joe and a danish... what better way to start the shift...
 
Posted by Tamper Lad on :
 
No more caffeine for me. A nice mint tisane to finish the day FC.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
That sounds so Hercule Poirot, TL, what, pray tell, is it?
 
Posted by Tamper Lad on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by legionadventureman:
That sounds so Hercule Poirot, TL, what, pray tell, is it?

Tisane A non-tea, herbal infusion (Herbal tea)
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Mmmm...yep. Cramer, could i have a couple of chocolate profiteroles to go with my coffee-with-two-sugars-and cream?
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Door crashes open Hruns axe spins through the air towards Cramer.

"Caffiene" he shouts.

Cramer using her cat like reactions reaches up a graceful hand, without even looking up, and catches the axe in mid air.

"morning dear, have not seen you around for a while" she says sweetly then sends the axe flying back at him.

Hrun takes the full force of the axe on his shield. "Ha noble mistress thout hast lost none of thine skills I see"

Striding over to Cramer he places a large pouch of jewels on the counter. "These are a gift from a noble princess of the north, from one beauty to another" he says smiling.

Then ripping the coffee machine from its stand Hrun strides out of the cafe drinking heartily direct from the machine and muttering something about finding Stoopid Cat.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Uh, have i come at a bad time here?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Hrun, always a pleasure to see you come crashing through the door. I was thinking we needed more ventilation in here....

There are no bad times at the Café, but sometimes you do have to duck.

It's good to see people ordering more tea and tisanes, now that we're minus one coffee machine....
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
FC, perhaps you need the Emerald Empress to put a continuing protection and reconstruction spell on the Cafe, just like she did for SHAKES. Thanks to the spell the only wear and tear after a visit from HRUN is on my nerves. I am a Virgo and really don't do disorder well.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Hello Semi, FC, can i trouble you for a double decaffe latte with cinnamon and a chocolate donut?
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun returns.

"more duck my lady?" And he throws another axe playfully.

Taking A huge plate of Duck sandwiches Hrun leaves.
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
<pulls axe out of wall>

Sorry Cramer. Kids!
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Hello Matlock, Cramer

Nearly lunch time and i am famished! One caramel malted frappe and a pepperoni and bacon calzone, please?
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Rowl**

Hurmf's stench is here...


**Rowl**
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
You'd think even a barbarian knows the right place to take a dump...
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Rowl**

I smell him... He must be around somewhere...

**Rowl**
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Just follow the duck.
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Purr**

Don't see no duck, just a pile of bones...


<Licks lips, Cleans Paws..>


**Purr**
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Large duck leg bone sails through the air and hits SC square on the nose causing his eyes to water and him to stagger back.

From outside comes the sound of viking singing
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
***Roar***

<Stoopid Cat Disapears and the Tiger God Avitar takes his place>

Brainless Barbarian!

<T.G.A. leaps thru the wall to face his foe...>

***ROAR***
 
Posted by Frio on :
 
Whoa. *darts out of the way* I just wanted some ice cream. Well, sprock that! I'll just go somewhere less exciting for my cool desert needs.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun lifts Frio off her feet and deposits her gently behind a wall for safety.

Unsheathing his sword he leaps toward Sc and ....
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
***ROAR***

<The Tiger God Avitar leaps to meet the Barbarian in mid air. Their collision is titantic throwing the pair of them thru the front wall back into the shop>

Now Barbarian...

<Green Energy Flares as the Emerald Empress's Protective spell is triggered, Both the Tiger God Avitar and Hrun are hurled out of the Cafe ant into the street...>

What???

<Portals to the tesseracts open and they are again whisked away...>

**ROAR**
 
Posted by Frio on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Hrun the Barbarian:
Hrun lifts Frio off her feet and deposits her gently behind a wall for safety.

Huh. Manhandled by a barbarian isn't so bad. Who would've guessed it?

Now that they're gone, could I get that ice cream? Chocolate please. And lots of it, if you don't mind Miss Cramer.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Hello FC, what's today's special? Liver, bacon and onions with gravy and home fries? Later, maybe?
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffine. I could use a break from dealing with the fight going on at the Security Office.

A chocolate milkshake please, FC.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Mmm, that sounds good to me, IB, FC, id like what this young dude is having...
 
Posted by Queen Connie on :
 
Mrooow!

*Cramer dear, I'm sorry to bother you but we have a crisis on our hands. I need you to get the word out to the LMBP Super Pets that the time for action is at hand. And tell that miscreant of a brother of yours, Stoopid Cat, that if he doesn't stop playing around with Hrun and answer me when I call him, he's going to be very sorry.

Toms! What can you do with them! They never grow up! [Streaky]
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
My Lady, Accept this gift of finest jersey cream as a gesture of friendship. Forgive if you can not forget, my past indiscretions I come now as an LMB’er to stand shoulder to shoulder in the shield wall with my comrades.

Alas as you know Stoopic Cat Varalent and Abin have all gone missing. I tracked Abin to a cell in a land I do not know but alas I could not rescue him. Long though we battled, we were separated and I was forced to retreat.

Through many lands I have travelled since last we met and many wise men have I sat with and discussed the wisdom of the ages. On one such journey I discovered a truth, and such a truth. I returned to Legion World through a journey of fire and ice, past ravening goddesses and evil magicians to share it with Stoopid Cat but now he has gone.

Now I offer my axe, I will help thou on thy quest, if thy will take me.
 
Posted by Queen Connie on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Hrun the Barbarian:
My Lady, Accept this gift of finest jersey cream as a gesture of friendship. Forgive if you can not forget, my past indiscretions I come now as an LMB’er to stand shoulder to shoulder in the shield wall with my comrades.

Alas as you know Stoopic Cat Varalent and Abin have all gone missing. I tracked Abin to a cell in a land I do not know but alas I could not rescue him. Long though we battled, we were separated and I was forced to retreat.

Through many lands I have travelled since last we met and many wise men have I sat with and discussed the wisdom of the ages. On one such journey I discovered a truth, and such a truth. I returned to Legion World through a journey of fire and ice, past ravening goddesses and evil magicians to share it with Stoopid Cat but now he has gone.

Now I offer my axe, I will help thou on thy quest, if thy will take me.

Mrooow!

*sniff, phew! Well okay, just this once and only because I know that you value my human's friendship and well being as much as I do. But we really must do something about your "aroma"! By the way, the jersey cream is quite lovely and refreshing.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Bah! I bathed only 6 short months ago.

Cat are so fussy.

Offers Connie a piece of fresh tuna, whilst helping himself to a flagon of mead and an haunch of vension from cramers special store.
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffiene,

A hot cuppa and a bearclaw...

Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(Heaven, I'm in Heaven...)
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Ranger, good to see you again...How was Boston?

Nancy, may i trouble you for an Espresso and a profiterole?
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Boston was Fantastic!


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(But San Diego will be better!)

[ October 02, 2005, 09:37 PM: Message edited by: Space Ranger ]
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
I caught a glimpse of a few group shots, you look real sharp, dude... [Wink]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
[Fat Cramer] [Lash Lad - MLLASH]

[ROTFLMAO]
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
FC,

I have some Sinde Brand Clams. Do you think you can make something nice with them?
 
Posted by Stoopid Cat on :
 
**Yowl**

Has STU been here?

**Yowl**
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
"Pasta al Sinde" (fettucine with clam sauce), specially prepared for Quislet.

Espresso/profiterole on the counter for LAM.

Swordfish Quiche on the floor in the corner for the fleabag.

If STU shows up, he can order à la carte.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Anything you can reccomend involving mint jelly?

That doesn't involve sheep or lambs of course [Wink]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'd like some crab rangoon, please.
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod, you're gonna eat a bad tempered racoon? No wonder Gramps says you're a real nut.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Espresso/profiterole on the counter for LAM.

Aw thanks, Cramer, you're a sweetie! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Everyday, did your Gramps take you to Boston?
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Everyday's Gramps was a crabby ol' curmudgeon who threatened to spank me for being "sassy"!
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Hello, Gramps was a spanker? Did Grammy know? [Wink] [Big Grin]

[ October 03, 2005, 07:53 PM: Message edited by: legionadventureman ]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Did she ever...
 
Posted by Spellbinder on :
 
Is YOUR coffee maker working, Cramer dear? [Wink]
 
Posted by Lad Boy on :
 
It is? Great. Could you whip up a carafe of Sello Dorado (orange label, of course)?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Everything works here. [Fat Cramer]

Mint jelly is best left in the jar, to tell you the truth. I might tease Cobie but I would never steer him wrong. (No steer jokes, please.) Assuming that's really Cobie.

Crab rangoon is a fictional dish from a Hemingway novel, much like STU himself.

No spanking in the Café, please. I have enough problems with flying axes.

Here's the Sello Dorado, orange/medium roast. Never had it before so I've made myself a carafe as well.
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Hi Miz Cramer, May I have a small hot chocolate and a plain cruller, please?
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
What is a cruller, Ev-Girl? If it is made of chocolate and nice squishy cream in the centre, id like to try one, too
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Mr. LAM a cruller is a plain donut in a straight shape instead of round. Sometimes they're a little twisted but mostly they're just straight.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Twisted - and straight? Two things i am not...but i'll try it, anyway [Smile]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

Well, we seem to be in the eye of the crisis, so while we enjoy the relative calm, it's time for a hot cuppa joe and one of Cramey's famous bearclaws. (made with real grizzly bear claws, Yum!)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Killed the bear myself, on vacation this past summer.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Did you happen to kill that bear, "bear-handed?" (Sorry, that was bad.)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
(Sorry, that was bad.)

That's okay, I can bear it.

(You get what you ask for here at the Café, Mr. Semi.) [Fat Cramer]
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod, that's unbearable.

But may I have a Small Hot Chocolate and a plain cruller, please Miz Cramer?

Ohmygod, your smilie is soooooooo cute!
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
Cramer, girl I've missed you come in here and give me a hug.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Icey! You're a sight for sore eyes! Spend more time with us.

It is getting into hot chocolate season, isn't it? And it's always a good time for crullers. Ask your Gramps.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Firstly, whats the cat drinking the cup of coffee called?

Second, FC, may i have a double capucchino latte with cinnamon and a chocolate eclair, please?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
We call her "Cramer".

Hot chocolate sounds great right about now.
 
Posted by icefire on :
 
I could go for a hot coffee right now.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Id like something hot and sweet...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
A cup of English Breakfast and a sausage and egg biscuit would really do the trick right now.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'll have a huge, oven-baked apple pancake smothered in cinnamon caramel and dusted with powdered sugar. Then, a nap. Then, I'll think about what I want for lunch...
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Cramey, I know the Cafe can put on a better spread than the Boston Brunch, so I think I'll start the morning with a three-egg everything omlette, wheat toast, sausage, bacon, french toast, hash browns, orange juice, and coffee.

Oh and strawberry covered waffles for desert
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Abin Quank:
Cramey, I know the Cafe can put on a better spread than the Boston Brunch, so I think I'll start the morning with a three-egg everything omlette, wheat toast, sausage, bacon, french toast, hash browns, orange juice, and coffee.

Oh and strawberry covered waffles for desert

Not to dis Cramers Cafe, but they don't serve their fully roasted hand carved turkey until noon.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Mebbie not but the Prime Rib is ready now, I just heard the oven timer go off...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
We'll have to ask Cobie what sheep tastes like...
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Since its breakfast time here in Aus, FC, could you whip me up some toast, eggs (Sunny-side up), bacon, sausage, tomatoes and a tall glass of fresh squeezed OJ?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I'll just get some more tea and dip into the stash of breakfast breads.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Quislet, Esq.:
Not to dis Cramers Cafe, but they don't serve their fully roasted hand carved turkey until noon.

We have standards of dining etiquette to maintain. However, if you care to come into the kitchen, I could offer you a sneak preview tasting.

Maybe I'll just set up a 24-hour perpetual, self-renewing buffet. Should be easy to do with a combination of nanotechnology and Terry Pratchett novels.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Could you get your hands on a replicator or some other cool gadget that can "do the cooking" while you aren't around, Nancy? [Wink]

[ October 11, 2005, 06:00 AM: Message edited by: legionadventureman ]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by legionadventureman:
Could you get your hands on a replicator or some other cool gadget that can "do the cooking" while you aren't around, Nancy? ;

Yes. I call that cool gadget a "husband". The term may vary from place to place, however.
 
Posted by Lad Boy on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Yes. I call that cool gadget a "husband". The term may vary from place to place, however.

In my household that term has a very different meaning.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
A door opens, Hrun walks in slowly and places his axe in the stand normally reserved for umbrellas etc by the door. Nodding to the guests having brunch, he walks across to Cramer.

"My sweet Lady, we have had many a rollocking time in the past but now battle looms and many may not return. I have consulted the augaries and they are,....well unclear. I have come to.... I have come to make my farewells to thee and this noble house. At the end of this Crisis I shall hope to see you again. But should I fall in battle think not ill of me, but take this gift and oft and anon wear it in remembrance of me”

Hrun places an exquisite Emerald and Ruby necklace around Cramers neck. Then gently picks her up in his huge bear like arms and kisses her once softly on the forehead.

Turning Hrun leaves.


“Wait” says Abin, rushing to the door “you forgot your axe” But it was too late Hrun had vanished into the mists…..
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Was Hrun here? I smell the smell of last night's mead...

I hope I haven't missed the brave warrior...
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Hello, FC, can i trouble you for a hot chocolate with marshmallow and chocolate sprinkles? Oh and a jam donut, too...Love your freshly made ones...
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Here's your hot chocolate LAM, but I hope you don't mind the tears that fell in it as I watched the noble barbarian depart, perhaps never to return. :sniff: As if emeralds and rubies could replace him... [choke]

[Fat Cramer]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Well, emeralds and rubies may not replace Hrun, but they'll sure pay for the damage that seems to always accompany him.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'm sure that the very sight of those emeralds and rubies will remind you at once of Hrun's absence and of how meaningless such baubles are next to the nobility of one such as Hrun.

Let me alleviate that terrible strain... I can take those horrible trinkets and sell them on eB-- er, donate them to a home for wayward barbarian children...
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Don't tell me Hrun will be the next to die? [gasp] [Eek!]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
I'm sure that the very sight of those emeralds and rubies will remind you at once of Hrun's absence and of how meaningless such baubles are next to the nobility of one such as Hrun.

Nobility???? Hrun was a nice guy if you could get past excess testosterone, the wanton disregard for private property, and the mead breath, but nobility??? STU --- you've b een away too long.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
I'm sure that the very sight of those emeralds and rubies will remind you at once of Hrun's absence and of how meaningless such baubles are next to the nobility of one such as Hrun.

Nobility???? Hrun was a nice guy if you could get past excess testosterone, the wanton disregard for private property, and the mead breath, but nobility??? STU --- you've b een away too long.
Or perhaps, Semi, that STU is showing signs that he is, in fact, "one of us"... [Wink]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by legionadventureman:
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
I'm sure that the very sight of those emeralds and rubies will remind you at once of Hrun's absence and of how meaningless such baubles are next to the nobility of one such as Hrun.

Nobility???? Hrun was a nice guy if you could get past excess testosterone, the wanton disregard for private property, and the mead breath, but nobility??? STU --- you've b een away too long.
Or perhaps, Semi, that STU is showing signs that he is, in fact, "one of us"... [Wink]
STU has been "one of us" for a long, long, time...
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Abin Quank:
quote:
Originally posted by legionadventureman:
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
I'm sure that the very sight of those emeralds and rubies will remind you at once of Hrun's absence and of how meaningless such baubles are next to the nobility of one such as Hrun.

Nobility???? Hrun was a nice guy if you could get past excess testosterone, the wanton disregard for private property, and the mead breath, but nobility??? STU --- you've b een away too long.
Or perhaps, Semi, that STU is showing signs that he is, in fact, "one of us"... [Wink]
STU has been "one of us" for a long, long, time...
By "one of us", Abin, i mean the special "fraternity" that Semi, myself and a few others belong to.... [Smile]
 
Posted by Joe-Boy on :
 
ONE OF US!!! ONE OF US!!! ONE OF US!!!! ONE OF US!! ONE OF US!!!
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
And you would be very wrong, legionadventureman.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Oh well, can't blame a guy for hoping, dude... [Wink]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by legionadventureman:
quote:
Originally posted by Abin Quank:
quote:
Originally posted by legionadventureman:
quote:
Originally posted by Semi Transparent Fellow:
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
I'm sure that the very sight of those emeralds and rubies will remind you at once of Hrun's absence and of how meaningless such baubles are next to the nobility of one such as Hrun.

Nobility???? Hrun was a nice guy if you could get past excess testosterone, the wanton disregard for private property, and the mead breath, but nobility??? STU --- you've b een away too long.
Or perhaps, Semi, that STU is showing signs that he is, in fact, "one of us"... [Wink]
STU has been "one of us" for a long, long, time...
By "one of us", Abin, i mean the special "fraternity" that Semi, myself and a few others belong to.... [Smile]
LAM, there are no "Special Fraternities" here. We gather here first and foremost to celebrate our love of the Legion. All other considerations are secondary to that fact. Whether a poster is male, female, gay, or straight makes no difference in the long run.

Oh and just so you know, STU is straight, except when he doesn't want to be.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Beautifully stated, Mr. Quank. And that would explain our "Special Friendship." [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
And a [smooch] & [Hug] to you too, Semi. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Eryk Davis Ester on :
 
That's right... no special fraternities. Special sororities, on the other hand...
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Kissandahug! You are such a sweet-talker Mr. Quank. I'm gonna use my pull and get you on Oprah.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
I think I'll let my Granddaughter handle that one, she can tell how she was dropped off at a bar and left to fend for herself... [Big Grin]
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Would that be Everyday Girl, Abin? She's really sweet...
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Nah, Babette is his granddaughter...
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Uh-uh, Ev-Girl, androids don't count as "offspring" altho, some of their springs might be a little "off" if they took to the bottle...
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
You sure Babette is an android, LAM? Cause she sure isn't acting like one right now...
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Oh, well... [shrug] someone must be monkeying around with her programming, then...
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Don’t let Giant Robotic Lesbian hear you talk about Babette like that—you’re guaranteed for a beating!

[ October 14, 2005, 05:29 AM: Message edited by: Cobalt Kid ]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
How is GRL these days? haven't seen her in ages.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
...not since well before STU's long exile in fact... hmmmm.....
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod, It's just so kewl how this place never gets dusty and the coffee is always fresh...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
...not to mention the donuts.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
On the job. [Fat Cramer]
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
What are you doing up at 4 in the morning?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Drinking coffee, no doubt! [Wink]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Drinking coffee, of course! Although it was only 5 in the morning here (a perfectly civilized time of day, in my opinion - the true happy hour).
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Oh, five's ok. I forget, you're not eastern time zone are you?
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
Have you managed to get a hold of Tim Horton's hot smoothie recipes, FC? A buttered caramel would be great about now.
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I love Tim Horton's!

And Harvey's too. You just can't get poutine like that 'round here!

Why can't I live in Canada?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The Café operates officially on Atlantic Time, although we tend to use Zulu for everyday activities. Dedman, when he does drop by, is a half hour earlier than everyone else, which makes following conversations a bit problematic.

The Tim Horton's buttered caramel smoothie is the best of the new lot, IMO - but I think I'll make them a bit thicker here.

STU, you, too, can live in Canada. Just apply, enclose $130,000 Cdn and it's even easier if you promise to go live in a rural area. I wouldn't mention any of the Dark Stu stuff though - they're a little antsy about overt criminality.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
STU, if you pay my $130,000 entry fee, too, I'll testify on the stand that you weren't really Dark STU, and that Dark STU was really an alt-ID of Pov's.
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod, I so want a Hot Buttered Caramel Smoothie!
But There aren't any Tim Horton's down here in Georgia.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
[Fat Cramer]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
STU, you, too, can live in Canada. Just apply, enclose $130,000 Cdn and it's even easier if you promise to go live in a rural area. I wouldn't mention any of the Dark Stu stuff though - they're a little antsy about overt criminality.

Just $130,000 Cdn, eh? Let's see... that's... almost affordable when you convert to US dollars!

Keep the beaver tails warm for me, I'll be right over!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Just read this on the Tim Hortons web site:

"Apple Cider is not available in Quebec."

What do those quebecois have against des pommes, anyway?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
[QB]Just $130,000 Cdn, eh? Let's see... that's... almost affordable when you convert to US dollars!

It's almost enough to cover your bus fare there, even.
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
?? That's wierd. I can't think of any reason why they shouldn't have it. I'm pretty sure there are apple orchards over there.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
That is odd. It might be a taste thing - although alcoholized apple cider was pretty popular in Quebec.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Ah, how I miss the homeland.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Hey everyone - whats good on the menu today?
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod, I want a Hot Caramel Apple Smoothie!

And some Pecan Waffles!

But, NO GRITS!!!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Coffee, black, and keep it comin'...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Arachne:
?? That's wierd. I can't think of any reason why they shouldn't have it. I'm pretty sure there are apple orchards over there.

there are, and plenty of 'em. I'll bet Cramer's right.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Well, I don't like to assume, so I e-mailed them this afternoon.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Let us know what you find out.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Their left hand doesn't know what their right hand is doing. They write back that it is available, but optional everywhere and they hope I will continue to enjoy their fine products.
 
Posted by Tamper Lad on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Everyday Girl:
Ohmygod, I want a Hot Caramel Apple Smoothie!

And some Pecan Waffles!

But, NO GRITS!!!

What, no Grits Ev-G? I would have never pegged you as a Tory.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
I always liked the sound of Belgian Waffles - are they as scrumptious as they look?
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Even scrumptiouser!
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Do they come in chocolate chocolate chip? If so, then lay some on me, please?
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by STU:
You just can't get poutine like that 'round here!

I know where you can get some of that...

and a Hot Buttered Caramel Smoothie, too!

[Razz] [tease] [Razz]
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
It's certainly quiet in here, would anybody like a cappuchino - on me?
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
A cappuchino on you sounds great!
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Ouch! [LOL]
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Would you like a towel, Mr. LAM?
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine,

I'm getting close, less than twenty to go...

Bwaa-Haa-Ha!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Mr. Q! Here's a full pot to speed you onwards to the 4K summit.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Wonderful! Cramey, as usual your timing and your coffee are wonderous!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
one
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
...running out of steam....

....java....

....almost in reach.... I can see it.... if only....

(thud)
 
Posted by Lad Boy on :
 
Hey who's that new guy in the lycra shorts? Here, let me grab this coffee for him? Damn, something just bumped my elbow.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
(wakes)

...I can still smell it....

...must....crawl forward....

...almost in reach...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Kent's gone all Frank Miller on us.

If that's what the coffee here does to you, I'll stick with hot chocolate.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The Dark Roast Returns!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Mmmmm.... Dark Roast!

and a sticky bun!

Mmmmmm.....
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Congrats, Mr. Q - I read that you reached 4000 - excellent! [Smile]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
...almost there....

[internal monologue]I'm coming for you, coffee. Something in my gut snarls in anticipation. I give in. We've always been caffeine fiends, coffee. Even Jason was a caffiene fiend.[/internal monologue]

...I can almost reach the handle of my mug...

...push it toward the carafe...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
(saunters up to coffee pot)

Ah, just enough left for one cup

(fills cup, leaves)
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Hey! Who left this empty pot here? Rrrr.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Don't fret - here's fresh. Care for an ice cream fritter?
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod, I'd like a Hot Caramel Apple Smoothie, Please.

Oh, what flavor Ice Cream?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Any flavour you'd like, kiddo.
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod, do you have any Bannana Fudge Walnut Cherry Pecan Crunch Ripple?

If not I'll take Vanilla.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
That sounds so like the name of an 80's dance craze [Smile]
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Vanilla?

That does describe a lot of '80s music, come to think of it.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
[LOL]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Vanilla wafers would go really nice with a cuppa just now.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Oh man, am I in the mood for something hot and sweet right now...
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Too bad we're serving sour lemon danish today and cold soup of bitter herbs. Maybe try the Shameless Hussies place down the street... [Wink]
 
Posted by Kent Rhinospeare on :
 
Today's coffee reminds me of my last girlfriend...

COLD and BITTER!!!!!
[Wink]
 
Posted by Ladrhino Boy on :
 
Are you sure that's today's coffee? Mine was smooth and warm.
 
Posted by Kent Rhinospeare on :
 
Omigod!

It was really last night's grease from the deep fryer!

Ack!

I gotta rinse the taste outta my mouth... [chugs a half-pint of half-n-half]. That didn't do it... I gotta book to SHAKES...
 
Posted by legionadventureRhino on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Too bad we're serving sour lemon danish today and cold soup of bitter herbs. Maybe try the Shameless Hussies place down the street... [Wink]

Isn't that the ladies-only hang-out? [Wink]
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
[Looks at the many varieties of finely roasted coffee beans. Scans the near infinite lists of lattes and capachinos...]

Nope. Can't do it. Chai please. [Smile]

Do we have a ladies only hang-out?
 
Posted by LARDRHINO on :
 
Man, don'tcha have any liquor 'round here?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Arachne:
[
Do we have a ladies only hang-out?

Thora's house, I guess.

quote:
Originally posted by LARDRHINO:
Man, don'tcha have any liquor 'round here?

Not officially.
 
Posted by Cobalt Rhino on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Arachne:
Do we have a ladies only hang-out?

When you find out, be sure to let me know [Wink]

Unrelated, I remember you telling me about combining tea with a specific flavor or brande Arachne (or was it hot chocolate?) a winter or so ago. I have had a really bad chill the past few days (something I'm not used to), and am looking for fine tasting [non-coffee] hot drinks...
 
Posted by Arachne on :
 
I think you mean Black Forest Hot Chocolate. Heated chocolate milk with a shot of cherry brandy and topped with whipped cream. [Smile]

Celestial Seasonings makes some nice Christmas teas if you can get a hold of them (it's a Colorado company, I think, so it should be availble in the US), both black tea and herbals. IIRC, one of them is like liquid cinnamon.

One of my other favourite hot drinks is Chai. It's black tea with spices like cinnamon and cloves, and nutmeg; it's just wonderful. Make it strong and add plenty of milk. Better yet, if you're at a coffee shop, see if have Chai Latte. It's really incredible. Sometimes it might be listed as Masala Chai, which is the proper East Indian term for it.
 
Posted by Pagan Lass on :
 
A nice hot cup of herbal tea would really hit the spot right about now.

Aaaahhh...
 
Posted by Hey you on :
 
I like a good matte latte myself. Brazilian tea-like stuff, but put through an espresso machine, capped off with steamed milk... grainer than tea, but good, and refreshing!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
I'll have a hearty bowl of bacon stew, please. And, on the side, a thick slab of buttered toast topped with crumbled, crisp bacon.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Mmmm... BACON!
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Yeah...but is it kosher for some?
 
Posted by Kent of Shakespeare on :
 
I've patented the kosher cheeseburger.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
After I crash the Evil Genius Supper Club party, I'll be back here to fry up the cheese and bacon burgers for the usual gang of idiots.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I'm proud to be a Usual Idiot!
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Not ME! I'm an Unusually Idiotic Idiot!


(I hope that's a good thing...)
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
depends which buttons you press.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
or your medication dosage.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
I don't need no stinking medication...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
riiiiight. As long as you have enough alt-IDs to express all the voices in your head.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Well, three of us is a good start. Do I hear Stooges?
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
I can be the Three (or is it five?) Stooges all by myself...

Nyuck-Nyuck-Nyuck...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
does that mean you're going to trick yourself into signing away your rights to your own material?

but 2 guys and a lady, we can be Hawkeye, BJ and Margaret.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Margaret was no lady.

Hmm.. how about "Café Cramer - where the jokes are stale but the coffee is fresh"? [Wink]
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Well, at least you were Frank about it, FC! [LOL]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Poor Frank. I actually felt sorry for him in the end.
 
Posted by legionadventureman on :
 
Then they brought in Winchester... [Shudder]

[ January 05, 2006, 05:54 PM: Message edited by: legionadventureman ]
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
CAFFEINE!

I think I'll have a nice piece of sugar-free home-made apple pie and a cold glass of milk.

When walkwithcrowds comes in, it will be my treat. (Just don't tell him everything here is free)
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Caffeine!

Sorry I'm late, traffic was murder.

Ooooh!...cake!

Well I'll have a small cheese sandwhich please.

What's that? Free?!? Ahem...I mean't, I'll have a small cheese sandwhich, a large cheese sandwhich, a bacon butty, a roll and black pudding and potato scone, a roll and sausage and potato scone, beans and chips and burgers, cheese cake, strawberry cake, carrot cake, cake cake and "the finest wines known to humanity!!".

Oh and can of IRN-BRU.

[ May 02, 2006, 05:58 PM: Message edited by: walkwithcrowds ]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
What, none of our world famous, imported rowies?
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
You think? Well...it's just...I didn't want to appear greedy...Oh go on then...but just a little one.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Caffeine!

Hello! Cramer? I've come to see you about doing some catering?

What nobody here?

Well I'll just pin this open invitation to the notice board:

Hello every body!
Walkwithcrowds here.
Come on over to Welcome walkwithcrowds and say hello.
We've got cake and Irn Bru and Numf has brought Rowies.
Sign the guest book while you're there, I'm trying to get all 1040 members.
If I'm not in, the key's under the mat and there's Irn Bru and Guinness in the fridge.

See you there.

[ May 04, 2006, 06:44 AM: Message edited by: walkwithcrowds ]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<enters Cafe Cramer. Orders coffee.>

Many years have I been an LMBer, and thus I often wonder how different the paths we have taken as a group might have been if one small thing was different along the way. I wonder now, if one of our sage LMBers will take back up the path that she was so close to going down many moons ago.

So tell me FC, for I must ask. Will you run for leader?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The Café is now open for election skulduggery stuff, 28 hours each day (made possible by tesseract temporal knots).

I must consult the heavens regarding election decisions.
 
Posted by Kent SShakesspeare on :
 
Look not ot the heavens but our brethren of Elia!

I will gladly join anyone here for coffee and refreshments, that we may talk of ourt glorious destiny!

[unpacks "Vote Kent! Vote Elia!" pens, napkins, bumper-stickers, forehead-dot-stickers and coffee mugs]
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
*grabs coffee (extra-large black thanks)*

Dominion eh?
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
dominion? anyone who votes dominion will sleep with the fishes ...
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Do Dominators need straws to drink coffee? All those big teeth must get in the way.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Isn't tomato juice the equivalent of electricity for Dominators?
 
Posted by Mekanix on :
 
I'm just dropping in for a spot of tea.

This is quite a lovely spot, Ms. Cramer. Certainly a much friendlier atmosphere than that Evil Genius Club I passed on my way.
 
Posted by LARDLAD on :
 
Gawd...give me something extra-caffeinated....I am SO hung over from last night's voter orgi--er, rally.

Oh, my frickin' HEAD!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
If Lardy is going to be around LW more, I better stock up on that special Hair-of-the-Dog Dark Roast!
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
oy ... I have a shtikl indigestion from fressing too many surfers on the beach ... can I have a chamomile tea ...
 
Posted by LARDLAD on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
If Lardy is going to be around LW more, I better stock up on that special Hair-of-the-Dog Dark Roast!

Good idea! I'll have one, please!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
True leaders can handle their booze. And if they can't, they at least have a good alibi.

Case closed.
 
Posted by LARDLAD on :
 
Ya know, I don't think Kent likes me a whole lot....
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I do actually! You've been a fun opponent. Win, lose or draw, I've had a blast! I hope you'll be my deputy leader.
 
Posted by LARDLAD on :
 
As IF! [Smile]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Do I detect a grudge? Not a trait I'd want to see in a leader.

Should I, Actor, C-Monkey, Winema and Numf start fearing retribution if you are elected?
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Now, now, don't spoil Cafe Cramer's nice warm atmosphere with your bikcering, guys.

Maybe a nice milkshake will make you feel better.
 
Posted by LARDLAD on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Kent Shakespeare:
Do I detect a grudge? Not a trait I'd want to see in a leader.

Should I, Actor, C-Monkey, Winema and Numf start fearing retribution if you are elected?

Um...did you see the smiley?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Oh! chocolate milkshakes! [Smile]
 
Posted by ActorLad on :
 
Mmmm, frosty chocolate milkshakes.
 
Posted by LARDLAD on :
 
mmmmmmmmmmmmm....milk shakes!

[Drool]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
okay... the work-week's half over. I'm redy for a mega-grande mocha latte supremo with an extra shot of espresso!
 
Posted by The Crusader on :
 
< Bob the Cat enters Cafe Cramer and looks around. These bi-peds were certainly fond of their waist high surfaces. He eyes the coffee machines suspiciously, and then glanced down at his paws. Looking back up, he cleared his throat. >

[Bob the Cat]: Excuse me, but is it possible to get a sardinecchino?

Maybe a tuna mocha latte?

A bowl of milk?

Errr... meow?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Javahhhh!

(climbs out from a pile of books and papers)

Just what the doctor ordered.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Uh, how long has this milk been in the fridge?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
That's not milk, that's Ggrrggian-style yogurt.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Man, what a weekend...

I need somewhere to relax and a window seat to watch the world go by.

Hi, Cramer.
Can I have a pot of tea and a cheese and corned beef toasty please.

I'll be over at the window seat watching other people go to work. (always a relaxing thing to do on your day off)
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
a 15 page paper due tomorrow! a ten page paper due eight days later! I need a couple IVs of espresso.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
What's the topic for the 15-pager? Maybe the LMBP could tag-team it. Except for WWC, who will be continuing to sit by the window and watch us work.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
I could help.

I could offer moral support.

Well...as long as it doesn't interfere with my hectic tea drinking schedule.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
That's not milk, that's Ggrrggian-style yogurt.

Does it always growl like that?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Only the low-fat version growls.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
What does the full fat version do?

Or do I really NOT want to know?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
the 15-pager is on Irish immigration to Quebec.

actually, at this point, the hard part is trimming it down to 15 pages and still having a coherent theme, AND double-checking all my citations (web versions are great, but it can be harder to find the "real" page numbers from publication.)

My draft has a lot of quotes cutted and pasted that I need to whittle down... it's currently about 30 pages. And then I need to add at least a few graphs from books, too.

It's two hours late and counting.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
I wont be any help there, then.
I'll help by sitting quietly by the window and letting you get on in peace. If you need your coffee cup refilled then let me know.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Maybe you could help me out with a little experiment.

Take this jar of fat and dump it in that gallon of Ggrrggian-style yogurt. I'll wait for you behind that barricaded door over there.

It's for Science.
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
i need some chum ...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Adam West said he had some old chum.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Don't let that full-fat yogurt out of the fridge - it might eat Sharky.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Okay let me get my rubber gloves....

Right, I'll just unscrew the lid on the jar...add it to the yoghurt....


oh dear.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I'm ready for a stiff drink, but I'll settle for a triple espresso.
 
Posted by doublechinner on :
 
Dear Nancy,

In honor of the electoral results in my U.S. of A., how about an Irish Coffee, invented at the Buena Vista Bar, San Francisco, hometown to the nation's first woman Speaker, Nancy Pelosi. 'Sláinte!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I'll share that toast, amigo!

(pours a splash of Bailey's into my cuppa joe)
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Hmmmm.. Can I have a big slice of the Lemon Meringue Chocolate Cake?
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Lemon Meringue Chocolate cake?
NOW you're talking!!
Can I have one too please.

Not a slice, just give me the whole cake!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
(grabs a handfull of WWC's cake and throws it at Quis and WWC)

Food fight!
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Now, now.

Let's not act like children...Cramer will be very upset when...# get's hit in the face with strawberry and orange cheese cake, thown by Kent #....

Oh what the hell...

FOOOOOOOD FIIIIGHT!!!!!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
(hurls the contents of a pot of chili at WWC and a couple handfuls of pudding at Quis)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
(walks through front door and is greeted by handful of pudding landing squarely on nose)
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
The citizens of Legion World are anxiously awaiting for you to throw your hat into the leadership election ring, FC!

We've been waiting since Dec. 2003, actually!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I would vote for FC's hat in a heartbeat.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Fat Cramer's hat is running for Leader?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I certainly hope so.

I wouldn't want my vote to go to waste.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Cramer's hat! Cramer's hat! Four more years!

or something like that.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
EDE's nelly cap would definately give FC's hat a run for its money!
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
But would that make Hrun's helmet the dark horse canidate?
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Oh and while I am here... I'll have a large glass of milk and 2 whoopie pies please.

FC, glad to see you are making those food fighters clean up the mess. Kent, you missed some pudding over there. WWC, you need to wipe behind and underneath the booths.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Outdoor Miner:
I would vote for FC's hat in a heartbeat.

Ah, but would it be a Huge, Pulsating, Ever-Expanding Chicken Heartbeat?
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
I think we all are wanting to see a picture of Fat Cramer's hat.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I feel like it's a french beret, most likely from her days as a resistance leader during the Dark Stu Saga (which Bevis fitted her with IIRC). It goes good with FC's occassional use of a sub-machine gun.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
I would vote for Cramers hat.
If I clean behind the booths does that mean I don't have to clean behind my ears?
I hate when my mum makes me do that...it's where I keep my chewing gum!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
quote:
Originally posted by Outdoor Miner:
I would vote for FC's hat in a heartbeat.

Ah, but would it be a Huge, Pulsating, Ever-Expanding Chicken Heartbeat?
If the Chicken Heart decides to throw in for the hat, you would all be wise to follow suit.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
never argue with a huge, pulsating, ever-expanding chicken heart. It'll only give you heartburn.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
WWC, you missed a spot.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
#crawls under the table#
I can't reach that bit of cheesecake stuck in the corner...I've only got little arms. Wow, look at all the chewing gum stuck under the table...Mmmm, it's all crunchy...Hey!...I've found a penny!!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
While I'm waiting for the party to start (http://www.legionworld.net/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=forum;f=4), I'll have a cuppa joe.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Doesn't Joe get a say in that?
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Well in the spirit of fairness, shouldn't Joe get a cup of Kent?

(Or would that just be "icky")
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
When I want your opinion, I'll give it to you. [Frown]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
One smokes Kents, one doesn't put them in cups.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
thank you, Cramer.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
But what if Joe doesn't smoke?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
I'm not going there.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I think it's time for a new topic.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Should we put a big-screen TV in here?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Are you thinking of turning the place into a sports bar?
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Big screen telly?

Yay! Cartoons!!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
If we put in a TV, that will kill the social atmosphere of the place.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
What if it only played the Lifetime channel?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
You've still got your Valerie Bertinelli fetish, I see.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
So?

I'm certainly better looking than Eddie Van Halen.
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
100th page!

Any good discounts for this page?
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Every poster on the 100th page gets to help themselves to the chewing gum stuck under the tables.

Baggsy me the pink bits!!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Tut! There is no old chewing gum under the tables here!

For page 100 attendees, there are some delicious Lotus Fruit Danish and Banyo Upside Down Cake.
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
"Lotus Fruit Danish and Banyo Upside Down Cake."

I have no idea what those things are but one of them is a kind of cake so I'm all for it!!!
 
Posted by Lad Boy on :
 
Hey! wasn't Lotus Fruit Danish and Banyo Upside Down Cake the special for page 75 attendees? That Banyo looks a little limp to me.
 
Posted by Rockhopper Lad on :
 
I haven't had Banyo Upside Down Cake since--since Leeta 87 [Frown] .

I think it's been long enough. I'd like a slice, please.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I hope the cake's not that old.

...

Um! No, it's nice and fresh! Thanks, Cramer!
 
Posted by rickshaw1 on :
 
dont mind me, jus' passin' through...


is that cake?

damn diet
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Get some Rick! Page 100 is almost over and then it'll be too la-
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Woah.

Slipping on a piece of Banyo Upside Down Cake.

Oh, the irony.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Just Coffee for me...

Lotus Fruit Danish and Banyo Upside Down Cake both tend to repeat on me.

Lotus Fruit Danish and Banyo Upside Down Cake both tend to repeat on me.

(See what I mean?)
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
the doors fly open, A large Battle axe spins through the air and embeds itself in the wooden framework surrounding the coffee machine.

"Hurry Wench" the tall muscled barbarian shouts, "we must have coffee for the morn, all must be ready and awake"

A pile of silver coins and precious jewels are piled on the counter and the coffee machine is gone.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
HRUN!! I just walked in the door and there you are! Or at least, there's your axe in the wall opposite... All the coffee you can drink, and here's a few cakes to go with it. Take out?
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Thank you fair maiden.

I shall eat of the wondrous honey cakes, they are food fit for the gods themselves.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Didn't know the barbarians were all caffeine addicts.

Explains a lot.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun grabs Miner before he can teleport and gives him a huge bear hug.

Chugs a flagon of coffee and leaves
 
Posted by Lonestar Ranger on :
 
Caffeine!!

Ah, so that worked. Interesting. While I'm here, I might as well help myself to a blueberry muffin...they always were my weakness.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun appears and slaps lonestar ranger heartily on the back just as he bites into the muffin.

"Hail and well met noble fellow, thou art a constable? Well i have need of your services to track down a wrongdoer called Cobaltus"

Hrun looks puzzled as lonestar ranger is coughing and turning blue.
 
Posted by Gary Concord, the Ultra Man on :
 
Hmmmm... This shop appears to be unusually resistant to damage. Hrun's been here on many occasions and it's still standing.

And, the coffee is excellent.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Finally, Grapes says something everyone can agree with!

[Fat Cramer] [Fat Cramer] [Fat Cramer] [Fat Cramer]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Hoo-boy. Spring cleaning!

Fortunately, the crew from SHAKES is available to help out.
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
oops, time to go!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Aw, man, did they have to put all the cups in the dishwasher?

I hate drinking coffee straight out of the carafe.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
why drink out of such a small cup little Miner?

Here, share my quaffing horn!
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
[burp] I take my coffee like I take my women. Intravenously. [\burp]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blockade Boy:
[burp] I take my coffee like I take my women. [\burp]

cold and bitter!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Strong and invigorating! (not that I take women, per se, but if I were to...)
 
Posted by Spellbinder on :
 
Hmmm... I could use some coffee, and some form of pastry, I think [Smile]
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
I'm not allowed coffee.
Not since that incident with the hamster and the oven ready chicken.

I'll just have a glass of water please.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
My new favorite: a mate latte!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
 -
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I want that as a bumper sticker!!!

oh, wait... I don't have a car at present.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Luverly! There's the print campaign.

Kent, I was thinking of offering a Mata Latte, as in Mata Hari. It wouldn't have as many anti-oxidants as a mate latte, though.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
I have given Fat Cramer my secret scone recipe.
Free scones for all who vote dedman!!!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
And they're delicious! Served with Screech or Red Rose tea, or the beverage of your choice.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
of course anyone who chooses to drink screech has to kiss the cod........
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Isn't there some type of British morning food that is like a biscuit with meat in it? Or did I make that up in a dream recently?

If not, this tasty delight must be mine!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by dedman:
of course anyone who chooses to drink screech has to kiss the cod........

SCREECH!

Isn't one also supposed to eat a hunk of bologna? Or is that just a Gros Morne area tradition?
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
I think thats just a Gros Morne area thing.

The standard proceedure is to kiss the cod, take a shot of screech and then say some newfoundland sayings.

Then you're an honourary newfoundlander.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Café Cramer welcomes all election candidates, voters, abstainers and pretenders - even those who make snide remarks about Princess Crujectra's tastefully un-attired shoulders.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Is it true that Cafe Cramer's is catering all the election buffets at all the campaign headquarters?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
If the Election Tyrant agrees that this would not be a conflict of interest, the Café will be happy to do all the catering. We have a reputation to maintain so dirty tricks and general shenanigans would not be allowed for food and drink.
 
Posted by Blockade Boy on :
 
In Napoli where love is King
When boy meets girl
Here's what they say

When the moon hits your eye
Like a big-a pizza pie
That's amore
When the world seems to shine
Like you've had too much wine
That's amore

Bells'll ring
Ting-a-..... huh?

Oh sorry.

Thought it was karaoki night.
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
The place doesn't even have a microphone.

Just accept you have a Dean Martin fixation.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Hey Dean Martin Boy - I hear the Vudoo Lounge is looking for some entertainment. Why don't you head over there and start singing?
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Hey Cramer!

Long time no see.
I just popped in for a quick snack on my way home.
I'll have beans, link sausage, square sausage,black pudding, bacon, potato scone, chips and a couple of dry rolls and a mug of tea please.

I dropped in on Deddies place on my way here.
They've got a Dean Martin impersonator singing "My Ding a Ling", in the nude.

The guy was good but, for some reason I came away with a craving for sausage.
 
Posted by Reboot on :
 
Just noticed that the owner of this establishment has, just as a post this, exactly:

 -  -  -  -  - posts!

Congrats. I think... [Smile]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Thanks! I think... [Wink]
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Congrats FC! It won't be long now before you become a Time Trapper.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
[Cheers] [Band]

Congrats, FC!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Congrats FC!
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
I see congradulations are in order for my worthy opponent!! Congrats FC!!!
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Congrats FC!
 
Posted by walkwithcrowds on :
 
Yay Cramer!

Now, what have you got to eat?
 
Posted by Stealth on :
 
Congratulations, FC.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Congratulations, Cramer! You're a Trapper Lite... 20 percent less filling!
 
Posted by The Daxamite Kid on :
 
Can I get a fried bologna biscuit here?
And all the Dr. Pepper I can drink?
 
Posted by Dream Girl on :
 
Whoa! I could finaly get some decent american root-beer!

I'll take one PLEASE!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
ya know, I was jonesing for a really good deli bagel with cream cheese, lox and red onion the other morning.

Just can't be had in the town I'm now living - I'd have to drive an hour north (Montreal), southwest (Lake Placid) or southeast (Burlington), and I don't have a car!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
As an ex-Montrealer, I make sure to always stock good quality bagels - and our root beer is homemade. The fried bologna biscuit & Dr. Pepper can be managed if you'll wait 5 minutes.

BTW, there's a place in Montreal that will ship their famous bagels (at least, famous in Montreal), frozen. I never enquired further. The shipping costs must be outrageous.
 
Posted by Gary Concord, the Ultra Man on :
 
So who is running this fine establishment now that Fat Cramer is the Leader?

It would be a shame to let the ONLY thing that Legion World has going for it to rot, because she made a foolish choice and accepted the nomination.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Oh, I still run this place, GCtUM. Being Leader doesn't take any time, since the Deputies do all the work. That's why they get their own club.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Often, making baked goods is the most leaderly thing done all year!
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
The door crashes open. Cramer ducks, expecting an axe.

However there is silence then Hrun staggers in through the door. He is cut and has huge claw marks running down his body, His Shield hangs broken from one arm whilst his axe is chipped and damaged.

He moves unsteadily to the counter and weakly says

“Stoopid Cat! We need to…need to”

Then he collapses on the floor, as he does so his chain mail shirt falls open to reveal a message cut into his torso.

Visit here And wait for orders”
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Dang, It's been a while since I've seen a link carved into a man's chest. That's some bad mojo.

<Reaches out into Medicus, pulls a Nurse and a Med-Kit into Cramer's. The Nurse immediately slaps OM.>

Do I look like Cobie to you? See the hulk on the floor? He needs your help. Me, I've got places to go.

Oh, and don't touch the donuts. That's not raspberry sauce they've been splashed with.

<OM pops out.>

<OM pops back.>

Oh, yeah, I forgot. Stat.

(Bleedin' medics never do anything you ask until you say "stat"....)

<OM pops out.>
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
...medics never moved him?

Hrun... isn't smelling very good... after three weeks stewing in the summer heat.

(gagh!)

pardon me while I hurl.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Oh, I thought that was how he usually smells. No wonder no one's been in here lately.

He's not dead, he's sleeping... isn't he?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
if barbarians don't take in or exhale air when sleeping, if they do not have a pulse when sleeping, then yes, he's sleeping.
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
hmmm....very odd. He appears to be dead, yet his spirit has not moved through the Poltergiest Area.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Could Slim have ensnared his very essence?
 
Posted by Gary Concord, the Ultra Man on :
 
Hrun's body is still here?!?!

Now that's just too weird... Even a Security Force as bad as Legion World's should have done something about this long ago...

Something more is happening here... But What?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<picks up Hrun's body>

Well, old friend, they're right about one thing: you don't exactly smell like roses...

<lays healing hands on body>

Hm...doesn't seem to be doing much...

<continues to concentrate>

...and its just what I thought. You're not dead at all. And by the looks of it, you've been hit by the same thing that attacked Vee. Or at least--something similar. Some type of virus that not only paralyzes the body, but kills it to a point, while keeping it alive all the while.

That little blast of healing I just gave you will certainly help eliminate that virus, though I have no idea if it'll restore you.

Better not have you stink up Cafe Cramer anymore. I have a private booth at SHAKES where any smells are eliminated. Mayavale showed it to me when he let me try that hooka--er, well, never mind.

Exits with Hrun's body to SHAKES

You can rest easy FC, Hrun isn't dead. On the verge of death, sure, but I'll keep him alive for at least a little while.

(Forgive me old friend, I've been out of the loop and off-planet. But I'm back now. We'll find Stoopid Cat too, I promise)
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Caffine


Oh my. I guess that emptied out the place for a bit.

Time for some afternoon delight. One hot fudge sundae please. Vanilla Ice Cream. Lots of homemade whipped cream (none of that aerosol stuff)
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
My new thing the last six months or so is trying to drink green tea in the afternoons. I can't give up coffee in the morning, but since I used to drink it all day long, I can get a balance.

I bought the green tea bags with the old Chinese monk on the box. Because that seemed to be what I'm aiming for with this [Big Grin]

So, my new Cafe Cramer drink will be ancient mystic green tea!
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I'm coffee'd out. again.

and only four months since I've been back on caffeine.

It's time for chocolate milk!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
May I suggest ancient mystic chocolate milk?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
sounds exotic!

as long as it's not the milk that's 'ancient.'

sure!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
 -

from the wonderful Girl Genius store at Café Press
 
Posted by Caliente on :
 
Ooh, pretty! I like it, FC. [Big Grin] Almost makes me wish I drank coffee... almost. [Wink]

But I will have some nice decaf herbal tea while I'm in. [Smile] Good to study with and heal away those pesky cold bugs.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
My breakfasts now consist usually of yogurt and walnuts or almonds. It may seem boring, but I save my greasy breakfasts for the weekends, especially after a night 'out'.
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod! I need a mocha-almond-raspberry-latte!

And a Bran Muffin...
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Bran Muffin?

Bran Muffin?

Aren't you a little young to be eating gramps much needed addition to his diet? I mean, after all, he needs that kind of thing. You should be eating chocolate pancakes or something, Brit.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Bran MacMuffin was a character in Cerebus.
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
A nice cup of Kenyan Roast please.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
a roast! cool! Who gets to be emcee? I nominate Miner.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Is that one of those ultra-expensive blends, Far? No matter - we have unlimited funds here for purchasing.

Who are we roasting?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
according to Wikipedia, that use of "roast" is only a North American one; we can't roast Far if he doesn't get the joke. [Frown]
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
[Confused]

I thought i was only asking for a cup of coffee? Whats up with the word roast.

And can i have a cup of darjeeling tea whilst i'm waiting?
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
besides coffe and cuisine, a "roast" can be a banquet in which the guest of "honor" is belittled, insulted and joked about by everyone else at the head table; each gets up and goes to the podium, telling jokes, anecdotes (true or not) all designed to embarrass the person being roasted, who is expected to be a good sport and take it.

It is generally assiciated with a social org called the Friar's Club, from the 1920s or thereabouts, but this was not a public spectacle - members only. Dean Martin began an occasssional television roast of fellow celebs in the 1960s and 70s, but these were far tamer, given regulations of the time.

In recent years, Comedy Central has revived the TV tradition, every year or so roasting the lieks of William Shstner, Pamela Anderson, Jeff Foxworthy, etc.
 
Posted by Faraway Lad on :
 
so it seems like a normal day at the office then
[Smile]
 
Posted by Sir Roy on :
 
Ah, to think of someone roasted makes me recall burning sinners alive, something I knew quite well in a different life.

But times change and I shall enjoy one of Ms. Cramer's nice blends.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I could use a nice, giant-sized vanilla latte served up in a pint glass, with an oven-fresh croissant!
 
Posted by Lad Boy on :
 
I'm going across the street to break my vow of no frappucinos, because I have no will power.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
[Darkseid voice]Submit! SUBMIT to rthe temptation that IS frappacino![/Darkseid voice]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Hump Day. Extra caffeine available to get through the rest of the week.

[ November 14, 2007, 04:59 AM: Message edited by: Fat Cramer ]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
yay! It's almost 9 a.m., and I need a fourth cup before class.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I was thinking of opening up a branch on Themiscrya. Just for the adventure. And the foot races might be better if the particpants drank coffee.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
From what little I saw of Amazons Attack!, I think they've had enough caffeine.
 
Posted by Future on :
 
Cramer, you're always so thoughtful! We need to get more Legion Worlders hooked on caffeine. This thread needs to stay alive.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Caffeine used to be a banned substance in the Olympics.

Given the state of the world, more people would probably prefer to be drunk than pumped up with caffeine.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
That's the beauty of Irish coffee! Why settle for one when you can have both?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Does Cafe Cramer serve tea? I'm rather partial to a Yunan Puerh.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Had to look that one up*, but if it exists in the galaxy, the Café will serve it.

* This tea is a so called “Red Tea“ from the chinese province of Yunan. Pu-Erh tea is more or less post fermented and this is a sign that the tea is still passing after fermentation which gives it a strong earthy taste, dark cup with an intensive strong flavour.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Well FC, just come and visit me and I will brew you an exquisite cup of Puerh tea. Puerh comes either loose leaf or in pressed bricks. I get it at the Imperial Tea Court in the San Francisco Ferry building. There is not just one Puerh. but many - they are prized among tea connoisseurs. They range from about $50 a pound to over $400 a pound. The more aged the more valuable. Since I take a ferry each day to get to work and to get home, I can stop in. The nice thing is that for $3.00, I can have a cup of any tea I want, including the $400 puerh. It's very musty tasting but I love it. Here is their website. It's full of information useful for a revered institution such as Cafe Cramer.


http://www.imperialtea.com/
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Very interesting. So you can buy the bricks and age them further - I may put my long term commodity investments into Puerh rather than bottles of scotch.
 
Posted by doublechinner on :
 
FC, I thought of you this very morning when I arose to discover the coffee jar was empty of its usual contents (Peet's French Roast). Luckily, we had an emergency backup of some whole bean Trader Joe's Tanzanian pea berry, which isn't half bad, even with our not-very-good rotary grinder.

I have a new caffeinated obsession though. While dining last week at a local Japanese restaurant, I was served the most wonderful green tea. It's brewed color was more golden/wheat than green, and it was smooth and mellow, but complex and almost smokey, not the harsh, greeny flavor of so much of the product on the market these days. Unfortunately, the server, while she agreed it was excellent tea, couldn't tell me its source. Not because her English was poor, she was just clueless. I tried the Tazo China Green Tips, which is a huge step in the right direction, although it is still a bit harsh and shallow compared to my new gold standard. Anyone have any recommendations for the perfect green tea?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I'd say call that restaurant and ask to speak to the kitchen manager. Maybe they'll tell you what the brand is. Or go on a trial-and-error run to an Oriental food store. The green teas I've had have been unexceptional, but I haven't pursued them beyond grocery stores and a few restaurants. Perhaps there is something in how it's been brewed as well.

Waking up to a house devoid of coffee sends a chill down my spine! I've sunk pretty low to get my caffeine fix.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
I'm in the mood for the catch of the day, pan-fried with a buerre blanc, and a steaming bowl of chowder. Can you do it?
 
Posted by Lard Lad on :
 
FC, my problem with coffee is that it smells divine but tastes like crap, so we've never gotten along! You gotta coffee that tastes as good as it smells--and maybe also has some hard liquor in it for some extra oomph?

If so, I'll take 10! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The Café Cramer, being beyond reality, can do anything. Food and beverage wise, that is.

Fresh halibut filet and lobster chowder coming up for Semi.

Lardy, perhaps the best solution, if you don't enjoy any of the coffees, is to have a shot of coffee-scented vodka. (We only offer small quantities of liquor since SHAKES provides.)
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

Well, I like my coffee black and steaming hot, so I shall indulge myself a third cup this morning...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I need something appropriately decadent for one committed to a life (well, a month) of leisure.
 
Posted by Lard Lad on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Lardy, perhaps the best solution, if you don't enjoy any of the coffees, is to have a shot of coffee-scented vodka. (We only offer small quantities of liquor since SHAKES provides.)

<sluuuuuuuuurrrrrrppppp>

Nice! Hey, mebbe you should amp things up liquor-wise and run SHAKES outta business! Legion World's a little too nicey-nicey for my tastes on the business front! Where's that wipe-out-the competition cut-throat business savvy at, eh?
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Lardy, your "Star Patron" status at SHAKES is still probationary. You don't want to mess this up. The Empress, guardian of SHAKES has a real mean streak. I shudder even thinking about it.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Lardy, there are wheels within wheels. You don't know what's going on in the back rooms. And no, you can't peek.

Something decadent for Shakespeare - maybe a Brown Cow, the way my grandmother made it, with ice cream added to the milk, coffee liqueur and nutmeg - and I'll add gold sprinkles on top. And some very high calorie pastries on the side.

[ December 12, 2007, 04:47 AM: Message edited by: Fat Cramer ]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Lard Lad:
FC, my problem with coffee is that it smells divine but tastes like crap, so we've never gotten along! You gotta coffee that tastes as good as it smells--and maybe also has some hard liquor in it for some extra oomph?

If so, I'll take 10! [Big Grin]

Think of it as oligarchical politics at its best. Those of us in power like the way things run with no intentions of changing things [Wink]

Now...

<rolls up sleeves>

...If this automated reply plans on asking questions, perhaps the Security Office needs to check into it... [Razz]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Besides, since when do dead people get to set policy?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Since we've had wills and trusts - although I don't know that there's a Lard Lad Foundation.
 
Posted by Lard Lad on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
...If this automated reply plans on asking questions, perhaps the Security Office needs to check into it... [Razz]

Dude, this algorithm is actually programmed beyond just replying to questions and what-not. I'm a purty sophisticated version!
 
Posted by Lard Lad on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Kent Shakespeare:
Besides, since when do dead people get to set policy?

Hey, I'm not dead--I'm a computer program!

Don't be hatin'! [No]


quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Since we've had wills and trusts - although I don't know that there's a Lard Lad Foundation.

Nah, there's no Foundation. Lardy left some money to certain people special to him, but the rest was put into a fund to settle all those lawsuits brought against him...mostly palimony suits.
 
Posted by Semi Transparent Fellow on :
 
Lardy, regarding those palimony lawsuits. Just dare them to try and get a DNA sample from your algorithm. Deny everything.
 
Posted by Lard Lad on :
 
No big whoop for me, Semi...I'm just his algorithm. But the real deal was completely incinerated, anyway, so no DNA samples forthcoming, I guess.
 
Posted by Caliente on :
 
I'm gonna need your strongest coffee (or other caffeinated drink) to stay awake for all the studying I still have to do.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I'll set you up with a dark roast IV drip.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
keep the dark roast handy for her post-Munich hangover!
 
Posted by Clive on :
 
<'ports in with Time-Teller Lad>

Hi, Cramer! I'll have a hot chocolate!

Whatever Tim's having is on me...what'll it be, Tim?
 
Posted by Time Teller Lad on :
 
Actually, hot chocolate sounds really good. With little marshmallows, please?

{They sit down}

Clive that was amazing! We made it here in 1.3 seconds! Do you have all the same powers as your dad?
 
Posted by Clive on :
 
Pretty much, Tim. I can't do all the tricks that he can and I'm not in his league power level-wise. So far, I do the teleporting and force shields pretty well.

<bows his head>

I've had some communication with the Order of Lard Knights. Seems they want me to come to the monastery and learn the ways of the Lard Force.

<looks at Tim>

Dad was unusual among the Knights. Most of them live at the monastery all their lives, but he snuck out one day and met Lash and Shady on that fateful trip and never looked back.

I want to learn more about my power, but I also know I don't want to go there under false pretenses. I just started this life I've been blessed with--I couldn't just insulate myself from the galaxy after what I've seen.

<Cramer gives them their drinks>

Thanks, Cramer!

<sips>

On the other hand, life can be...confusing, you know?
 
Posted by Time Teller Lad on :
 
Don't I know it!

I finally graduated from the LMB Academy a few months back and, upon graduation, Rocky sponsored me for full LMB membership. So I'm a full member now. I've wanted that--since I was a kid and your dad and the others founded the LMB eight years and five days ago! And I'm so happy I am! But--well, after years of wanting it so badly, now that I finally have it, I almost feel like there should be more to it.

{Smiles at Clive}

My powers aren't nearly as impressive as yours. I can tell what time it is anywhere in the universe; I can tell the exact age of any object and I can tell exactly how long it has been since an event has transpired. Rocky took me under his wing--so to speak and I think that's how I got in. I'm not sure what he saw, but he says I'm going to be a great hero. {Sigh} Where would we be without Rockhopper Lad?
 
Posted by Clive on :
 
<sighs>

Yeah, where would I be? Mr. Rockhopper is absolutely the greatest! I honestly don't know what I would have done without him. He's been so understanding! I kinda got thrown into living without a parachute, and he just stepped up, y'know?

Even with Dad back...well, I'm sure you know his memory's totally gone?

<Tim nods>

Thing is, even if Dad were all there, it would probably be awkward for us. I call him 'Dad', but the only relationship we had was that he helped program a robot and gave it the chance to be something more. When he created me, he was busy trying to start a life with Dru. It's...

<tears up a little>

...it's really strange for me. But Mr. Rockhopper has really been there.

How did you come to know him?
 
Posted by Time Teller Lad on :
 
When I first enrolled at the LMB Academy three years, two months and ten days ago, Rocky hadn't been on Legion World for very long. As a new member of the LMB, he was asked to talk to our class. I had so many questions! He offered to stay after class to talk to me. I bent his ear--or whatever he has--for forty-seven minutes. Then he offered me a part-time job at the Rookery and it just went from there. Soon I was his scheduler when he was Deputy Leader and then I got some experience with the Security Office and then I graduated and here I am. He's been there for me through it all. And, I have to say, I know it's totally unrequited and it's not at all what my relationship to him is like, but I've always had a bit of a crush on him.
 
Posted by Clive on :
 
A crush?

<scratches head>

Sorry, I'm still a little new at, well, everything! What do you mean by 'crush'?
 
Posted by Time Teller Lad on :
 
A crush? {Tim giggles} A crush is when you admire someone so much, that, even though you know they don't feel the same way about you, you feel attracted to them. I've had a lot of them. I've never had a boyfriend, though.
 
Posted by Clive on :
 
<thinks>

Hmmm...I wonder if what I had with Babette and Nova Girl were crushes? Babette seemed interested, but I always had the feeling I took it more seriously than her. Nova? She didn't seemed interested, either. I've a feeling they were both out of my league.

<scratches head>

I'm beginning to wonder if I have a crush on Mr. Rockhopper, as well? I...never really thought about it, but my emotions for him aren't all that different from how I felt about the other two.

I never realize it before now, but I guess what you said means you're gay...like Mr. Rockhopper, Mr. Lash and many other Legion World citizens.

How...did you know you were gay?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
<quietly places a fresh pot of hot chocolate on the table>
 
Posted by Time Teller Lad on :
 
{Tim shrugs}

I've always known. Ever since I was a kid. It's about the only thing I can't pinpoint an exact time for (winks). I always was attracted to men.

I'm glad we live in the era we do. Hundreds of years ago, they used to make life very hard for gay people on Earth, but that started changing back in the 20th Century.

Now we know it's just part of the natural diversity of life, but they say that really everyone is on a continuum somewhere. A lot of people are attracted to both men and women to varying degrees.

{Tim stops a moment to catch his breath, then notices a very distressed look on Clive's face.}

Clive, are you okay?
 
Posted by Lard Lad on :
 
<enters and orders an espresso>

<Tim and Clive don't notice him>
 
Posted by Clive on :
 
I don't know, Tim. I mean...

I don't know much about...well, anything, I guess--but especially not relationships!

So how would I know if I'm...gay?
 
Posted by Time Teller Lad on :
 
That's something you have to discover for yourself. Are you more attracted to women or to men? Which do you think about more?

As I like to say, time will tell...
 
Posted by Clive on :
 
I suppose it will, Tim. I've certainly got a lot to think about...

<takes Tim's hand in his own>

...a lot to think about.
 
Posted by Lard Lad on :
 
<from his booth>

I don't even remember him or really know him, but I think my 'son' is on the right path for him. This is the most comfortable I've seen him in his own skin since I awoke and first saw him in my hospital room.

<smiles and finishes his espresso>

Time to stop snooping and give them their space...

<leaves>
 
Posted by Joeboy on :
 
Ew. Gay.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Joeboy:
Ew. Gay.

...you've been on Legion World how long now and you've only now reached this realization?

[Wink]

This is Legion World. We tolerate all civil sentients. Even Abin.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Even axe-throwing barbarians, when they drop by.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Which may be soon.

I'll have a coffee and a sticky bun while they're still available.
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
got any chum behind the bar? if not, I'll take a frappucino ...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
un cafe au lait, s'il vous plait.
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffeine!

Coffee, hot, black... I'll need about a gallon...


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(I know I'm alive because it hurt's too much for me to be dead)
 
Posted by My Wee Fem on :
 
<Enters the Cafe, draws twin katannas, strides over to Space Ranger's Table.>

Okay Dirtbag, you and I need to have a little talk.

We'll start with you telling me who the sprock you really are...
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Sentient, I'd advise you to put the toy swords away.

And my name is Bart Quank, but most people call me Space Ranger.


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(And Wannabe Security Officers call me Sir or Chief.)
 
Posted by My Wee Fem on :
 
Bart Quank, the Space Ranger has been very, very dead for years, Pal.

And there are only three people in the Security Office that rate the title Chief... Cobalt Kid, matlock, and Everyday Girl. You just ain't on that list.

Now I'm gonna ask again, Who the sprock are you?
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Sentient I'm going to ask you again to put the swords away. You tend to talk with your hands and I'd hate to see someone get hurt.


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(And just in case you're confused. It won't be me that gets hurt.)
 
Posted by My Wee Fem on :
 
Are you going to answer my questions or are we going to take a trip to the Security Office?
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Rookie, let me give you a few tips.

<Sips Coffee>

1. You can't do the "Good Cop/Bad Cop" routine with just a "Bad Cop."

2. Threatening to take a perp back to the Security Office only works when the perp in question wasn't already planning to go there after he finishes his coffee.

3. I'm going to ask you politely, one last time to please put the swords away.


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(She's spunky but not real bright...)
 
Posted by My Wee Fem on :
 
Well, you've certainly got the Macho Arrogance of the REAL Space Ranger.

But now it's time for you and me to go down to the Security Office.

One of the Chief's wants to talk to you.
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Since I was headed there anyway...


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(and I want to see either Cobalt Kid or matlock.)
 
Posted by Exnihil on :
 
<in a wink, Exnihil appears again from another time>


Oh, man... where now?


<looks around>


I'm in the back storage room of... Cafe Cramer? But when?


<peers out into the cafe through a slat in the door and sees... himself walking in the door>


Wow... that's the first time I ever came into a Legion World establishment... that must put this at... August of last year? God... what is Phineas's game?


<again a sudden pain rips through his skull>


GOD! ENOUGH! I know what to do.


<begins lifting sacks of coffee from a neatly stacked pallette. As if guided by an unseen hand, he finds the correct one and, reaching in, pulls from it another pocketwatch. Again he winds it.>


Ok... "two o'clock". Do it.


<in a wink, Exnihil disappears>


*****************************************************************

Meanwhile in the front of the cafe, the Ex of 7 months prior enters and meets Cobalt Kid for the first time:


Nicotine!

(Looks around) [No]

Oh, I'm sorry, I thought this was the Tobacconist.

Don't mind me... I'll... uh... just be leaving, then...

[ March 20, 2009, 10:43 PM: Message edited by: Exnihil ]
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
[LOL]

You should open up the Legion World Tobacconist, Exnihil!
 
Posted by STU on :
 
[STU prepares himself a bacon sandwich on buttered toast]
 
Posted by STU on :
 
Think I'll just help myself to a cup of, um, some caffeinated beverage.

[YAWN]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Café Cramer - now with nicotine! Nothing hurts you within these virtual walls, not even squabbling Security Officers.
 
Posted by Stu Rat on :
 
I think I'll have a rare cup of coffee in honor of the fact that I'm actually up and posting at the same time as the proprietress of this establishment.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Here's your coffee, specially brewed just for you. But it's Saturday! What are you doing up so early?
 
Posted by Stu Rat on :
 
Thanks!

One of the mares gave birth to a litter of foals -- a half dozen! That's virtually unheard of these days.
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
Guess you're more fertile than we thought! [Elastic Lad]
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
Stu : horses :: Cobie : sheep... [Hmmm?]
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
I'll take a large decaf, light with 2 Splenda please. [Yes]

Thank you, Mizz Cramer! [Hug] [Fat Cramer]
 
Posted by Stu Rat on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Pov:
Guess you're more fertile than we thought! [Elastic Lad]

I've been told that I'm half man, half horse... if you know what I mean. [Wink] [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Stu Rat on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Pov:
Stu : horses :: Cobie : sheep... [Hmmm?]

:: Pov : anything slower than him

[LOL]
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Stu Rat:
quote:
Originally posted by Pov:
Guess you're more fertile than we thought! [Elastic Lad]

I've been told that I'm half man, half horse... if you know what I mean. [Wink] [Big Grin]
You are a centaur???
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
Cent-whore... He does it for pennies. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Stu Rat on :
 
How dare you befoul this fine establishment with that kind of language! [Mad]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Hmmm... I wonder if there's some impurity in the coffee. Better order a new roast.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
BTW, I never heard of a horse having more than two foals. All healthy?
 
Posted by Stu Rat on :
 
More than healthy! They're already up and flying.
 
Posted by LardLad on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Pov:
Stu : horses :: Cobie : sheep... [Hmmm?]

Yeah, Stu and Catherine the Great organize horseshoe parties first Friday every month. [No]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Stu Rat:
More than healthy! They're already up and flying.

Pov wanted a pony. A flying horse would be even better.
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
[Yes] [Love] I'd name it Dawnstar... [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Hi FC, just stopped by to see if you needed any help preparing for Hurricane Kyle. Do you need me to help you tape up some windows or move loose items such as trash cans inside?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Thanks Vee! We're in the middle of it now, with power off and on, and I'm clearing branches off the road. Nothing major. The coffee's still hot!
 
Posted by doublechinner on :
 
Good news, FC, and take good care. Hot coffee makes just about ANY disaster--natural or man-made--easier to handle!
 
Posted by dedman on :
 
I guess we'll all be enjoying Time Trapper coffee soon...."A taste thats timeless" [Wink]
 
Posted by Rockhopper Lad on :
 
[Hug]

Stay safe, Nancy. I hope Kyle is nothing like his big brother Ike.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Bah! Kyle wimped out, fortunately for people in its direct path. The usual power outages and trees down but nothing serious. We spent the morning tying down the boat and will probably spend this afternoon untying it. I went for a swim yesterday before the winds picked up, hoping the storm would have brought some nice warm southern water with it, but no such luck.

So, with everything operational, the Café is open as usual, serving Apple Crepes this morning.
 
Posted by Vee on :
 
Glad to hear everything ent smoothly for the Cafe.

Now, about those apple crepes...yummmmm! [Big Grin]
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by dedman:
I guess we'll all be enjoying Time Trapper coffee soon...."A taste thats timeless" [Wink]

I'd prefer a TTrappuccino, please. [Yes] [Wink]
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Pov:
quote:
Originally posted by dedman:
I guess we'll all be enjoying Time Trapper coffee soon...."A taste thats timeless" [Wink]

I'd prefer a TTrappuccino, please. [Yes] [Wink]
Shhhh....

Don't tell the hoi polloi about the fancy drinks we Time Trappers have access to. They'll start clamoring for them.
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
Oops! [Embarrassed] Rookie mistake, sorry! [No] [sigh]
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Congratulations to Fat Cramer!! [TimeTrapper] Joining the ranks of Time Trappers. (or is she a Glorith?)
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
She's WAY classier than Glorith.
 
Posted by Stu Rat on :
 
Congrats, FC! [Cheers]

(And it looks like Pov also made Time Trapper not too long ago... [Cheers] )
 
Posted by Stu Rat on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
So, with everything operational, the Café is open as usual, serving Apple Crepes this morning.

This place gives me the crepes! [Wink]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
The crepes of wrath!?
 
Posted by Werezompire Stu on :
 
The crepes of rats -- which is why I'm creped out! [Shudder]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
There are no rats in the Café, she replied frostily, except those particularly invited, who may be relied upon to behave.
 
Posted by Werezompire Stu on :
 
Sign seen in an eating establishment recently:

Gentlemen will behave. All others must!
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
Can you make a pumpkin spiced latte?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Of course. Will you be eating the cup as well?
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Ooooo... it's like Willy Wonka's Chocolate factory.

Fat Cramer makes
Everything she bakes
Satisfying and delicious
Talk about your childhood wishes
You can even eat the dishes

Who can take tomorrow
Dip it in a dream
Seperate the sorrow
And collect up all the cream?

Fat Cramer can

Fat Cramer can


[ October 02, 2008, 08:33 AM: Message edited by: Quislet, Esq. ]
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fat Cramer:
Of course. Will you be eating the cup as well?

what am I, an animal?
 
Posted by Werezompire Stu on :
 
Actually, I've long wondered what "SharkLad" looks like. Is he a sentient, talking shark? Someone who's mostly humanoid, but with a few sharkish characteristics (e.g., sharp teeth, a fin)? Or some half-and-half combination, like a centaur or merman?
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
We've really only seen the fin. Are you volunteering to take a closer look?
 
Posted by Werezompire Stu on :
 
[cautiously peeks, after first donning sharkbite-proof armor]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
I don't believe he's ever attacked any of us. There may have been a few cases of mistaken identity, though. He used to like to have Princess Crujectra stroke his fin.

Thanks for the song, Quis. Special cake baking just for you.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Oh can you make a chocolate lemon meringue cake?
 
Posted by Pov on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Werezompire Stu:
quote:
Originally posted by Quislet, Esq.:
We've really only seen the fin. Are you volunteering to take a closer look?

[cautiously peeks, after first donning sharkbite-proof armor]
LOOK OUT!!! [Eek!]
 
Posted by Werezompire Stu on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Pov:
quote:
Originally posted by Werezompire Stu:
quote:
Originally posted by Quislet, Esq.:
We've really only seen the fin. Are you volunteering to take a closer look?

[cautiously peeks, after first donning sharkbite-proof armor]
LOOK OUT!!! [Eek!]
Dude's wearing a grass skirt! [LOL]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
The chocolate lemon meringue cake is ready, Quis. Just ignore the walking shark in the grass skirt. We get all sorts around here.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
mmmm delicious. Just like Mom used to make. (although you did better with the meringue. Mom's was always thin and would slide right off)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Now offering bacon-flavoured chocolate.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
I'll pass, thanks.

Spicy hot chocolate is as exotic as I feel the need to go.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Regular black for me, and as much of it as possible. When the weather turns cold its like rocket fuel for me.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
An Axe thuds into the counter next to the Coffee pot.

Mistress Cramer I have returned, are there any monsters that need slaying, for I am Hrun, Greatest Barbarian in Legion World
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Uses power ring to remove Hrun's axe from the wall, and repair the damage.

I'll have a black coffee and a sticky bun.

Plus a decaf and a sugar free muffin for Hrun.

I've got a job for you Hrun, IF you're as tough as Stoopid Cat and Everyday Girl think you are.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
There haven't been any monsters around here since you cleaned them out last time, Hrun. But before Abin claims you, I do have some apples that need chopping for pies.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
oh! pies!

I'll whip up some fresh vanilla-bean ice cream to go with them!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Great Phlon! I thought Dr. Mayavale was real!

People who drink too much coffee could start seeing ghosts or hearing strange voices, UK research has suggested.

People who drank more than seven cups of instant coffee a day were three times more likely to hallucinate than those who took just one, a study found.


Maybe it's just instant coffee, which we neither serve nor consume.
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
in my early/mid-20s, I often drank more than seven cups an hour. Must just be the instant.

now if only those giant caterpillar/moose hybrids would stop following me around.
 
Posted by cleome on :
 
I love that back in the day, instant coffee was called "Soluble Coffee." Possibly to make it sound more rah-rah futuristic ? I don't know...
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
My dad used to drink instant coffee. I couldn't stand it, and I loved coffee - even as a kid (although I was rarely allowed to have it back then).
 
Posted by cleome on :
 
Maybe when I drop in here for good cheer, I should be known as "Soluble Lass."

......

Nah.
 
Posted by Arm Fall Off Boy on :
 
What? No, sorry, I'm just here to use your restroom. Paying customers only?

Oh, okay. Um, let's see. I'll have a Super-Hero Club Sandwich and a side of Wildfries. Be right back.
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
<lumbers into the cafe with matlock>

can I get a non-fat green tea latte?

no sign of Jailbait Lass ... hope she's okay ...

what are you gonna have, matlock?
 
Posted by Jailbait Lass on :
 
“Caffeine!”

<appears>

I always wanted to do that…I’ll have a caramel macchiato, FC. I like sugar :embarrassed:

<sees Matlock and Shark Lad>

Okay, its time to compare notes. Have you told Matlock about what we’ve found, Sharky? Any luck on your end, Matt? Right now, the biggest lead I have is Tomahawk, and I think that’s something we should follow while Space Ranger follows up on the possibility of Gary Concord and Lard Lad. I know you believe in him Sharky, but I can’t rule Lard Lad out yet. Still…this Tomahawk theory seems like a solid starting point.

I also want to get Exnihil’s confession and the bits regarding a ‘Second Shooter’ and ‘Justin Thyme’…whoever this enemy is, he was somehow able to hypnotize Exnihil…
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Jailbait Lass:
“Caffeine!”

<appears>

I always wanted to do that…I’ll have a caramel macchiato, FC. I like sugar :embarrassed:

<sees Matlock and Shark Lad>

Okay, its time to compare notes. Have you told Matlock about what we’ve found, Sharky? Any luck on your end, Matt? Right now, the biggest lead I have is Tomahawk, and I think that’s something we should follow while Space Ranger follows up on the possibility of Gary Concord and Lard Lad. I know you believe in him Sharky, but I can’t rule Lard Lad out yet. Still…this Tomahawk theory seems like a solid starting point.

I also want to get Exnihil’s confession and the bits regarding a ‘Second Shooter’ and ‘Justin Thyme’…whoever this enemy is, he was somehow able to hypnotize Exnihil…

Jailbait Lass,

Excuse me, I was in here getting my semi-annual cup of coffee and could not help overhearing you.

Exnihil has retained me as his attorney. Any questioning the Security Office does of my client has to be in my presence. Any "confession" obtained from improper questioning will not hold up in court. I'll be seeing my client shortly. I hope I will find that the Security Office has handled thing strictly by the book.

Good day.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
"Caffeine!"

I've missed this place [Smile]

Chocolate milk shake please!
 
Posted by Jailbait Lass on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Quislet, Esq.:
quote:
Originally posted by Jailbait Lass:
“Caffeine!”

<appears>

I always wanted to do that…I’ll have a caramel macchiato, FC. I like sugar :embarrassed:

<sees Matlock and Shark Lad>

Okay, its time to compare notes. Have you told Matlock about what we’ve found, Sharky? Any luck on your end, Matt? Right now, the biggest lead I have is Tomahawk, and I think that’s something we should follow while Space Ranger follows up on the possibility of Gary Concord and Lard Lad. I know you believe in him Sharky, but I can’t rule Lard Lad out yet. Still…this Tomahawk theory seems like a solid starting point.

I also want to get Exnihil’s confession and the bits regarding a ‘Second Shooter’ and ‘Justin Thyme’…whoever this enemy is, he was somehow able to hypnotize Exnihil…

Jailbait Lass,

Excuse me, I was in here getting my semi-annual cup of coffee and could not help overhearing you.

Exnihil has retained me as his attorney. Any questioning the Security Office does of my client has to be in my presence. Any "confession" obtained from improper questioning will not hold up in court. I'll be seeing my client shortly. I hope I will find that the Security Office has handled thing strictly by the book.

Good day.

They still just don't get it. I don't work for the Security Office anymore...and I don't care what the laws or rules are.

There's a mystery that needs to be solved, and Legion World is at stake.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Be that it may that you no longer work for the Security Office, there will be no questioning of my client and no "confession" without my being there.
 
Posted by Jailbait Lass on :
 
<smiles>

Of course, Quislet.

[aside to Sharky] What he doesn't realize is we already have what we need from Exnihil, and it wasn't when he was at the Security Office. I recorded him making a statement at the Rookery. [/aside]

Frankly, I'd like to see Exnihil cleared quickly so he can help us figure this thing out. Actually, where is he now, Quislet? Can he see visitors? As I said, I'm not part of the Security force.
 
Posted by cleome on :
 
I'll take an herbal tea, FC. Whatever you've got.

I'm so wired right now from all the turmoil that anything else would make my head explode.

[Waves at Quis]
 
Posted by matlock on :
 
Regular coffee, black please.

<huddles down in a booth with Sharklad and Jailbait Lass. Motioning for quiet, he shows them a note written, pen to paper, in a secret code known only to Security Office personnel.>

"First, Cramer's has always been as close to neutral territory as LWorld has but in case it's been compromised:

1. The blood on LardLads sword WAS Clive's.
1a. Mitigating factor to above: LMB blood bank is missing 2 pints Clive's blood (banked as per procedure for all Leaders and Deputies.)
1b. High probablility LardLad framed.
2. Party or parties unknown have attempted to eliminate both Cobie's faction, and LardLad's.
3. Political hi-jinks give me heartburn."

Refill, please.
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
Hey, can I get grande chum-latte, please ...

sprock, matlock ... you mean somebody actually swiped Clive's blood? Who could pull an inside job like that? I've tried to get into the blood bank a couple times when Cafe Cramer and Shakes were running low on chum, and let me tell ya, security there is tighter than any place on Legion World (except maybe Crujectra's budoir) ...

Alright, so what's our next move? Lolita, I think Quis is gonna make it pretty tough to get a sit-down with Exnihil ... should we see if "John Doe" (a.k.a., the Election Tyrant, if my hunch is right) is able to talk? Also, I heard a rumor that Tomahawk's been seen on the streets ...

<shifts uncomfortably in the booth>

sprock, these booths are no good for somebody with a dorsal fin like mine ...
 
Posted by Jailbait Lass on :
 
Yes...the more I analyze the facts, I also believe Lard Lad was framed. In the past he's specifically mentioned in his grudge against Cobalt that he wanted him to be exposed as a criminal and go to jail--not be killed. I overreacted in my...grief...for Cobie.

The obvious question is 'Who Benefits?'. For starters, with Lard Lad out of the way, one of the major front-runners in the coming election is eliminated. And the Election Tyrant is missing just long enough for that possibility to continue. To which candidate would be served by Lardy's elimination--and who hates Cobalt Kid with a passion? Gary Concord can't be eliminated from the suspect list no matter how easy that may seem.

But Tomahawk seems like a likely candidate too. Or at least someone to be found and talked to. Something happened on that trip to the mountains and it somehow relates to all of this.

Cobie was on to something BIG. REALLY BIG. And when he was going to let me in on it...I pushed him away. I need to find out what that was.

Whoever the "Second Shooter" or Justin Thyme is, he had access to pull an inside job on Clive's blood, knowledge enough to find the Election Tyrant--which is no easy feet, and know us well enough to exploit our weaknesses on Legion World, including the continued political fractions.

Its looking more and more like someone extremely sneaky...or even an inside job.
 
Posted by Quislet, Esq. on :
 
Aside to Shark Lad. Know that Café Cramer makes their own chum fresh daily. They never use bottled chum that's been sitting on a shelve for weeks.
 
Posted by Jailbait Lass on :
 
Something else we need to discuss. Cobie didn't want to hear this because he was thrilled to see his friend back.

But tell me...how in the world did Space Ranger return from the dead? Its a question unanswered for some time now. He's managed to convince Brit (Everyday Girl), but well...I just don't want her getting hurt too.

<looks away>

*sigh* This is when Cobie would say something to make it seem like we'd figure this mystery out easily with no problem, even when he didn't believe that.
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Quislet, Esq.:
Aside to Shark Lad. Know that Café Cramer makes their own chum fresh daily. They never use bottled chum that's been sitting on a shelve for weeks.

and thank Rao for that ... I'd kill a man (or woman) that'd try to serve me bottled or instant-chum too ...
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Jailbait Lass:
*sigh* This is when Cobie would say something to make it seem like we'd figure this mystery out easily with no problem, even when he didn't believe that.

um, yeah, we're, um, gonna figure this out ... no problem, um, yeah and I really believe that ...

sprock ... I'm betting at chomping than I am at detective work ... alright, you guys keeping exploring the angles ... I'm gonna go looking for Tomahawk ... text me when we got something else to go on ...

<splash>
 
Posted by Jailbait Lass on :
 
So we're down to several leads and several mysteries. Maybe its time I paid Dr. Mayavale a visit? He never makes much sense to me--only Cobie ever seemed to understand him.

Matt, I think it comes down to this: Gary Concord is a suspect, and now this Tomahawk guy is a suspect. But they are by no means the only ones. Not long ago the Composite Durlan Angra Metternich launched an attack on Legion World; we thought we were rid of him, but it could well be his return. Even the Computer Tyrant may have returned. But those seem almost too easy, and those kind of enemies will reveal themselves soon enough.

And we still don't know why Space Ranger is back, or how Lard Lad survived his 'death'.

Cobalt and I have said for too long the Security Office has become corrupt. Space Ranger, if he is indeed who he says he is, appears to be trying to repair it; in the meantime, I'd like to keep our home base of operations here, in the Cafe.

Hopefully Sharky will have some leads on Tomahawk, and I'll check with Everyday Girl and My Whee Fem on Gary Concord.
 
Posted by Jailbait Lass on :
 
I'm heading out for a bit now Matlock...I'll meet you back here. Keep trying to look through those clues, I know there's more in there.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
CAFFEINE!

<Cobalt Kid suddenly appears, in his original Legion World costume, though obviously tired and ill>

*cough*

Best way to travel on Legion World.

<turns to Matlock>

Well, well...heya Matlock. I hear there's a heavy caseload on Legion World right now. Mind if your old partner joined you?

I have some questions...but I think I have some answers too. I've been working on this case for several months. Its why I've been acting all mysterious and slightly 'weird'. I didn't want to play my hand too early.

Let me tell you about it...

<sits with Matlock>

In the meantime, a mean cup of Cramer's coffee, with a standing request to keep refilling will give me the added juice I need to keep going right now...
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<for several hours, Matlock and Cobalt Kid privately discuss matters, not to be disturbed>

<after some time and much secret discussion> You see Matt, this case goes back months, or even longer. There’s something bad on Legion World—real bad. This “Second Shooter”, or “Justin Thyme” as he’s been called, was responsible for my shooting because he must now be aware of what I know. And it involves space/time, whether through magic or some kooky science. What I’ve just told you might fill in some of the gaps. So far, the only ones I’ve confided in are Dr. Mayavale and Kent Shakespeare who through the Bureau of External Affairs, helped me put together the pieces, and is helping me track this guy down. Until now, we simply called him “The Traveler”.

What we need to know is if this relates to Lard Lad’s reported murder of Clive. Did Lardy do it? I don’t believe so—so how does this play into things?

And secondly, what does this have to do with the House of Quank? This odd ‘Numbnuts the Semi-Incomprehensible” is key. Do I think he is responsible? No, not really. But he has answers.

I’ve got to follow up on one more thing, but do me a favor. Keep an eye out for Jailbait Lass, will you? I haven’t seen her since I was shot. I haven’t seen much of her in recent weeks…hell, months.

I’ll be back in contact soon—and then the Security Office will be like the old days.

Keep working at it!

<exits>

[ February 25, 2009, 10:33 AM: Message edited by: Cobalt Kid ]
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
<looks out window>

Oh no! It looks like The Tobacconihilist is burning!

I'd better call Legion World 911 and make some extra pots of coffee.

I hope we have some water manipulators here.
 
Posted by Jailbait Lass on :
 
*Suddenly, Jailbait Lass appears!*

<she is covered in ash and soot, and sprawled on the floor; she is unable to move, the victim of a drug causing complete paralysis>

<barely able to speak, she moves her eyes looking around, and at last sees Fat Cramer and Matlock among the gathering crowd>

Shark Lad...Tomahawk...Tobacco Shop...help...help...
 
Posted by Jailbait Lass on :
 
Over the next hour, Lolita watches, still undergoing paralysis, as Matlock and Fat Cramer take charge of the situation. Matlock immediately alerts the Security Office and from the Omni-Monitors, Jailbait Lass and the crowded Cafe watch as the Security Office manages to save Shark Lad, Tomahawk and all the other patrons. They also are shocked to see the disfigured, slightly crazy “old” Lard Lad on the scene.

“Two Lard Lads?” says Fat Cramer. “Oh Boy…”

Matlock walks over to Lolita. “Hanging in there? They’re all safe. You did it. You got here in time.” He starts taking a wet towel clothe and washing off her face. Though he looks to be about 27 right now, Matlock is one of the oldest LMBers on Legion World. Some say he should be in his 80’s, some say much older, but a by-product of his powers is a continual de-aging. He also famously has 13 kids and a wife at home, and there is a certain paternal instinct that takes hold of him at times, like now. He washes Jailbait Lass’s face as if he were her father, and though he does not know it, this feeling helps Lolita more than she could ever put into words.

“…you did it…” she finally says, as her voice returns to her. “Paralysis is starting…to wear off…can feel my legs and arms. Should be able to get up…soon.”

“All I did was call the Security Officers attention to it. You were the one smart enough to get here. You don’t look like you need to get to Medicus Two. No burns. Wait until Cobie finds out how smart you were. He’s been looking all over for you.”

And suddenly, Jailbait Lass springs up to her feet! “Cobie? He’s out of the hospital? Why didn’t you say earlier? I didn’t know!”

“You didn’t? Where have you been Lolita,” says Matlock, “he’s been all over the news! Well, up until a minute ago. He’s walking around alright…more like running, as in running from the law…”

“Matt,” she says, “I have to tell you something vitally important and I don’t think anyone else knows. Its about Justin Thyme…and then I need to get to Cobie ASAP, and tell him. I know who the Second Shooter was.”

 
Posted by Numbnuts the Semi-Incomprehensible on :
 
Cafffiene??????

is sort drink What of this?

STU? any Have of you seen
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod! Like... Caffeine!

Hi Miss Cramey...

I need like a gallon of coffee, three no-calorie cinnamon rolls and a dozen of those barepaw thingies for the construction crew over at the Security Office...
 
Posted by Phineas B. Fuddle on :
 
<as Phineas B. Fuddle activates his celestial mechanism in his Orrery, a whiteout of chronal regression begins to spread across this establishment>

<Legion World is dying>
 
Posted by Arm Fall Off Boy on :
 
I see I'm not the only one who needs caffeine! Give me anything with caffeine in it!
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Gosh! Better grab a coffee to go!
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
I generally dislike all flavored coffees, but I did get an "Island Coconut" flavored one today. I love the smell of coconut! It reminds me of vacation.
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
It looks like we've survived the latest crisis, thanks, once again, to the tireless efforts of the LMB. That chronal regression actually cleaned and polished the floor quite nicely.

I'll put a palm tree and a bottle of coconut extract out for Cobie.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Appreciated [Big Grin]

Now I can drink my coffee and smell coconut every morning with the right level of mix!
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
grande chum spice latte, por favor ...
 
Posted by Yk on :
 
Scotch.
Preferably some very very old scotch.

Sharky, you got heart. I'm glad you were with us on this one.
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
cheers, YK...
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffeine!

I'll have an extra large black and a bran muffin...
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
If I order a nonfat decaf green tea latte, would that be girly?
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
You could never be girly, Sharky. Maybe it's the teeth. Anyways, one nonfat decaf green tea latte coming up.
 
Posted by Legolas on :
 
Yet anther establishment so woefully abandoned.

(barricades door in hopes that Kent Shakespeare does not follow him for further interrogation)

hmm... that's not enough, i it?

(casts some faerie magic to disuade any from entering)

(uses another spell to freshen up a pot of coffee, left sitting for gods know how long)

Yes... this is more appropriate. I must keep my wits about... I sense something is...

wrong.

(looks around for food. Settles for some cheddar and jalapeno potato crisps)
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Caffiene!!

Great Space, I need a Gallon of Hot Black Coffee!

<Grabs the pot of coffee Legolas just fixed, downs it in three big gulps.>

That was horrible! Just what I needed!

<Looks around the deserted Cafe...>

Cramer! Where Are...

<Spots Legolas.>

Who are... you?


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(I need more coffee, I'm still drunk!)
 
Posted by Legolas on :
 
I am Legolas!

The original court Favourite of Queen Titania!
Swordsman par excellence, Bard extraordinaire, Seducer of maidens, Gentleman, Scholar and self-confessed Knave,

at your service!

(bows)

(offers Space Ranger a bottle of Bailey's to liven up his coffee)
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Queen Titania? The Summer Court of Fairie?

Yeah, I'm still Drunk...

<Takes the bottle of Bialey's and hoists it to Legolas.>

Well then here's to...

<A Ghoul drops onto the Ranger from the ceiling, two more land, flanking Legolas.>


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(Some days just get better and better...)
 
Posted by Legolas on :
 
Friends of yours?

(seeing a clear intent of menace, Legolas positions himself back to back with Ranger)

I'm not sure which of us they're after, but I'm not about to let a new drinking acquaintance down!

Have at thee, foul ghouls!
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
<The first Ghoul exits Cafe Cramer at just under the speed of sound, thrown thru the door which had been locked, by the Ranger. Ghouls 2 and 3 have a "meeting of the minds" when Ranger grabs the two of them by the back of their heads and mashes their faces together. they drop senseless to the floor when he releases them.>

These clowns are just cannon fodder... Who's the real...

<A heavily cloaked female form steps thru the shattered doorway>


Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(I guess I'm gonna find out...)
 
Posted by Legolas on :
 
(to Space Ranger) Does this sort of thing happen often around here?
 
Posted by Legolas on :
 
(to the cloaked figure)

And who might you be, madam?
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
Every couple of months... although Ghouls are new, usually it's henchmen and D list bad guys.

<Looks directly at the cloaked figure in the doorway.>

Okay tall, dark, and over-dressed, what's the story?

Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(You can talk here or at the security office, but you will talk!)
 
Posted by Legolas on :
 
(tries to identify the newcomer with magick sight; gets nothing)

Do...

Do I know you, milady?
 
Posted by Space Ranger on :
 
<The Cloaked Figure raises both hands to the sides of her hood.>

An Elfin Prince, Hiding behind a musclebound mortal idiot! No wonder I was sent to drag you back. You should know me Rogue... The master wants you in one piece... Granite should do...

<Almost too late Ranger realizes what they're facing. He grabs the hood and pulls it down over the creature's face and swiftly binds the creature with one of Cramer's best linen tablecloths. Before Legolas realizes what is happening Ranger has scooped him up and with the creature unnder one arm and the elf under the other the three of them are flying to the security office.>

Truth and Justice shall Prevail!
(A Werewolf! I caught an honest to god Werewolf!)
 
Posted by Legolas on :
 
(when Space Ranger arrives at the Security Office, he finds he is holding only Legolas' cloak; he is too busy attending to the "werewolf" to backtrack. He quickly gleans that an elf of Legolas' millenia must have become rather adept at getting out of awkward situations)

My employer has turned on me!

He'll find me a difficult fox to hunt with hounds such as her...

(in a poof of faerie dust, he is gone)

[ October 05, 2009, 09:01 PM: Message edited by: Legolas ]
 
Posted by Kent Shakespeare on :
 
Yikes! look at the mess in here!

At least Legolas left his bag... let's see what that sneaky little runt has been carrying around with him...

no, not here.
I better take it back to my office to go over the contents.

Abin's been pretty busy, so I'll clean up this mess for Cramer before I go.

Ugh! Did Ranger puke? gawds!
 
Posted by Zardi, the Eternal Man on :
 
<As Kent leaves a pair of creatures come out of hiding.>

CorpseTaker the ghoul
Click for fullsize image

and the Deamon Death Bringer

Click for fullsize image

Have been set on Legolas' trail...
 
Posted by Candle on :
 
Candle walks in and takes a seat.
She orders hot tea and a 'Fat Cramer Special'.

"Gosh, it smells like an army of custodians went through here! Which ish't bad, just 'CLEAN'!"
She asks to open the door, receives a nod, opens the door and takes a deep breath, "That's good, well as good as air in a city gets."

Supper comes, beef stew and biscuits, which Candle eats with great savor and appreciation.
As she finishes, and orders some Georgia Peach Cobbler and a glass of milk, she longs for some conversation with a friend.

When the waiter brings the dessert, Candle says, "Did you know that we have 10 years of this Kardi's monsters and his belief that being 'amoral' isn't the same as being evil?"

The waiter, Bilbo by name, gets a frightened look on his face and looks over his shoulder.

Click for fullsize image

The creature walks past the Cafe, glancing in and snarling.

Bilbo screeches and runs to the door, slamming it.

Red eyes appear at the window, above the curtains, for a moment, then disappear.

"Maybe you need to go to Kent Shakespeare at the Security Office and report what you've just seen," says Candle, taking a bite of her Cobbler and washing it down with the cool milk.
"You bet I will! And I'm going to ask where to find a Howitzer, too!" exclaims Bilbo with a firm determination.

Shady/Candle finishes her dinner and pays Bilbo.
"That's the way to think, sir," she says soothingly.

She walks out of the shop, closing the door firmly and melts into the approaching evening shadows.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Caffeine !!!

A huge heavy war axe spins through the air. It thuds into the wooden counter.

The haft is notched and blackened. On the blade is written one word, in blood.


“Help”
 
Posted by Stealth on :
 
Caffeine.

Huh. A war axe. Now there's something you don't see every day around here. [Roll Eyes]

A cup of Earl Grey, please. And along with the fee, I offer my boundless admiration for FC.

(Bows down.)
 
Posted by Fat Cramer on :
 
Galloping gourmets! Hrun needs our help! I wonder if this has something to do with that green glow, and the assassination attempt.

Here's your Earl Grey, Stealth. I was thinking about you today, since I purchased Hellblazer: Pandemonium.

But I've gotta dash - this axe business has me worried.
 
Posted by Stealth on :
 
Thanks for the tea, FC.

I just wikied Hellblazer: Pandemonium. O-M-G!!!! Jamie Delano returning to Constantine, with Jock on art?? How could it have escaped my radar?? Thank you so much for mentioning it.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Caffeine!

<suddenly appears>

Ah, you've got to love that smell. I'll have a coffee--strong and black. Though I wouldn't object to any coconut flavoring...

<walks over to newstand>

And as all real longtime customers of Cafe Cramer know, this wonderful place is more than just the best coffee and breakfast on Legion World. It also has the better newspapers and journals here for your reading pleasure. Including...

<picks up remaining copy of the Dark Oval Current, an underground newspaper in the Dark Oval run by seperatists>

Ah, old Drawde R. Worrum is still keeping this running. I'm glad all that stolen Dark Oval treasury I "came across" made its way into the right hands. I would expect not many people would buy this publication other than Lardy and myself, so...

<walks to counter girl>

Audrina, is FC around? And there is anyway to know who purchased the latest volume of the Dark Oval Current. I know FC only orders two copies and there is only one left...
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
caffine

Cobie. We have to talk about Cleome.
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
Okay, here it is...with everything that has happened, I completely forgot about Cleome and her Daxamite pal, Mariette that roughed up Furball by the pool. There's also the issue of the missing headless Barbarian corpse.

Mariette was wearing a dark blue "Acme Security" jumpsuit. Cleome said something about "He's not the one the agency told you to--"

Does any of this fit together?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Interesting. I've come to trust Cleome implicitly these past few months (has it been technically "years" already? Time flies...)

I suspect whatever secret she has regarding Daxamites is something she'll tell us in good time.

The headless Barbarian corpse, however, fits in the MO of Zardi and his minions months ago. Seems an undead barbarian either was left rampaging on Legion World (unlikely) or was a precurser to the events of the last few days. But as much as I'd like to pin this all on Zardi, it isn't too out of the ordinary since Zardi's minions have attacked us on and off for months now--no one has been able to provide any clear cut evidence however to do something about it. While I can continue to use my magnetism to rip them to shreds, what we need is the LMB Leader to diplomatically handle the situation as Zardi has some sort of diplomatic immunity. We either need him to attack Legion World directly or have enough evidence to prove he has several terrorists acting on his behalf (undead or not).

<motions to a booth>

Take a seat for a minute, Dev.

<sits, more coffees brought over>

You're a master at espionage too so you should notice something pretty quickly. Look around and tell me what you see.

Cafe Cramer has a steady flow of customers all day long. Just about everyone on Legion World comes in and out; its been on the galactic holo-news so often that tourists come to LW just to try Cafe Cramer & SHAKES.

But take a look at the customers who actually order and stay here. The ones who make this a hangout. What is the common denominator?
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
<Dev looks around. Smiles, but then frowns a bit.>

I don't like the way this is going. The only ones sticking around are kids that I've seen around Everyday Girls school. They're all school kids right around that age group...just like EDG and her new Beau Sam slickster.

Is Zardi bold enough to really go after the school?
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod! Look at you two sitting there just like you were kewl and in school!

Mr. Cobalt after class I'm like gonna roust Tamper and find out who else he sold that ammo to. Knowing him he's prolly like got a production line running in the S.U.D.L. and a couple of henchmen at the E.G.S.C. hawking them as the ultimate protection against Zardi's minions or some junk like that.

Gotta Run!

<Turns and bounces over to a table of girls.>
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<smiles>

Look at her go. Not a care in the world in here. Because you're exactly right: Cafe Cramer during this hour--right after school--is a hang out for teenagers.

<pulls out reciept>

And based on what FC gave me here, that's important. Debris at the scene of the crime where the shooter was standing when he/she shot Lardy came from a copy of the Dark Oval Current. Which on all of Legion World, is only available here.

Sold 8 days ago, during this exact hour we're in now. When the High School kids all get out of school.

So the person who bought it, besides obviously having an interest in the Dark Oval, was hanging out in Cafe Cramer when the High School kids were. Either watching Everday Girl, interacting with Sam Pureheart, or planning something to do with the High School Prom--or a combination of all three. So all these weird feelings I've been getting about the LW Prom I'm starting to believe are dead-on hunches.

<finishes coffee>

Everyday Girl will follow-up with Tamper Lad and I'm sure she'll find something. Hopefully that will be the go-between person that purchased the weapons from Tamper Lad and gave them to the shooter, since I doubt the shooter would have bought them directly. He's already proven to be efficient and intelligent enought to evade our senses thus far.

<turns to Dev>

I'm thinking its high past time we did a thorough checking out of the Convention Center in advance of this Prom...
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
<Dev nods in agreement.>

Let's go then. Oh, and by the way. I saw a flying Unicorn earlier today.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
[No]

Oh Boy...
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
Yeah. you ready...
 
Posted by Gruertis Nyebif on :
 
This is a nice establishment! I believe I'll have a nice cup of green tea.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<sticks head back in>

Welcome to Legion World, Gruertis Nyebif! Good to have the Governer of Ventura here.

If you don't intend to already, please feel free to check out V.I.P. Social and Ambassador Susha Bornub of Diementia L3's Gala Reception which will have a plethora of other dignitaries and delegates from all over the galaxy.

<shakes hand, then rushes off>

You know as well as I do Dev, its always good luck to be in the good graces of the Governer of Ventura!
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun Throws a battle AXE through the Window, smashing the glass and incidentally scoring double top on the dart board.

A gnarled hand reaches in and grabs a large horn drinking vessel, filled with double strength Klatchian coffee.

A few seconds later the Horn is returned empty.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
*HIC* Caffeine! *HIC*

*HIC* I'll have a Joe n Jonnie, Semi! *HIC*

[ June 20, 2010, 05:32 AM: Message edited by: Abin Quank ]
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun reaches in and a huge hand grasps Abin raising him up off his feet.

“No no little janitor, not here. Lady Cramer would not approve, here drink this”

And Hrun pours a very large mug of Klatchian coffee down Abins thoat.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
*HIC*Acckk! lemmie go ya big Hipopotogorilla! *HIC*
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<Throws a hot steamed towel at Abin>

Abin, bloody liberty. You've got to get it together pal. I know its not easy.

<pours another cup of coffee for Abin>

When I gave you that GL ring it was because there was a vacuum in this universe that only you could fill. Well, you're not filling it right now.

Legion World needs you, Quank.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Stares hard at power ring

*HIC* Thash right... I gots a POWER RING! *HIC*

*HIC* Ring... Take me where I need to be... *HIC*

A green energy sphere engulfs Abin and suddenly, for the first time in many weeks, he is stone cold sober. The sphere then slowly vanishes, taking Abin with it... his face an odd mixture of abject terror and sheer determination.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
Hrun shakes his head.

“Klatchian coffee is good but some do worry about its strength”

“what” asks Cobalt Kid, “is it a bit weak?”

“Not So most noble Cobaltus, it makes you Knerd”

“Knerd?” asks Cobalt, “Whats that”

“It’s what Klatchian Coffee does to you” said Hrun enigmatically “It is so strong it apparently takes you through sober and out the other side, it lets you see the world absolutely and totally clearly and without any of the veils humans use to disguise the world they see”.

Cobalt shudders, “you mean, Abins....”

“yes” replies Hrun, “He is totally sober, and thus extremely clear headed and dangerous”
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod! Dad... Mr Cobalt... What did you guys do to Gramps?
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Rough guess here.....but it looks like Hrun helped your grandad remember who he was.
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod, but like Klatchian Coffee? That stuff does weird things to people. Gram used to drink a cup before she talked to certain people... she said that when she was in the knurd state she could see right thru the lies some people liked to tell...
 
Posted by Outdoor Miner on :
 
Sounds like that will come in handy.

Sounds like I should grab the recipe while I'm here, too.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
Give me a hit of that too--I wonder what the effect would be of having it just before you enter the bar.
 
Posted by Hrun the Barbarian on :
 
“No my Lord” shouts Hrun slapping the cup of coffee out of Cobalts hand. “A knurd Cobalt Kid could cause the universe to collapse on it self"

Crossing over to an Omnicom pad Hrun quickly calls up and Encyclopaedia Galactica entry and reads out

Knurd

Consider the following scale: •

Being drunk is to be intoxicated by alcohol to such an extent as to be unable to perceive the world clearly through the senses.

Being sober is to be able to perceive the world clearly through the senses, yet humans are quite capable of giving themselves illusions and little stories to make life more bearable.

Being knurd is to be (un)intoxicated with Klatchian Coffee to such an extent that all such comfort stories are stripped away from the mind. This makes you see the world in a way 'nobody ever should', in all its harsh reality.

People generally find being knurd excruciating, as their comfortable illusions are stripped away and all of life's terrors are exposed. When accidentally knurd, people hurry to get alcohol into them to restore the balance. I

n fact, they generally go too far, getting very drunk in order to
a) make certain they aren't knurd, and
b) get so comfortably illusory that the mind can't recall those terrible realities.

Mis-dosing in an attempt to treat natural knurd-ness can lead to pathological alcoholism, or merely pathological violence as in the case of English Football fans

 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<thinks on it>

Okay Hrun, I'll trust your judgment.

<looks back>

Still...maybe it is time I got knurd...
 
Posted by Exnihil on :
 
Ugh. 6 in the morning on a Saturday and already in the office.

Ms. Cramer... if ever I needed one of your doubleshot espresso Red Eyes, today is the day.

...ooh! And two of those almond biscottis, please.
 
Posted by Exnihil on :
 
12+ hours later... still here... better make that a triple this time.
 
Posted by Chief Tay-LASH on :
 
Huh? Are we allowed to roleplay anymore? I thought it was catapulted into the sun!?!? [Confused]
 
Posted by Exnihil on :
 
Trust me, Chief, I wish I were roleplaying. 14-hour software deployments, running on nicotine and caffeine are no way to spend a Saturday.
 
Posted by Chief Tay-LASH on :
 
Yeah, just missing the roleplaying that's been in hibernation. [sigh]

But hang in there, Ex! [Hug]
 
Posted by Lad With Glasses on :
 
/LWG walks in, peeks around the empty cafe'/

/seeing no one, he parks himself at the counter, helps himself to a cup of joe (black) and some buttered rye toast, and writes:/



To whom it may concern:

Thanks for the hospitality. You'll find the appropriate payment in the ashtray next to the left-most seat at the counter.


/LWG does not bother to sign the note. He slips several Canadian dollars into the ashtray and departs as quietly as he first appeared.../
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Caffene!

Gads! I need some coffee, more of that Klatchian Stuff... Where does Cramer keep it?
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<standing by the table, sipping a coffee with a smarmy smile is Cobie>

Well, well. Finally sober? I've been waiting for you, Abin. We need to talk.
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
Lemmie get a coffee in me Cobie...

<Picks up a cup of Cramer's House Blend and downs it in two gulps. Pours another cup and plops down in a neaby booth gesturing to the second bench.>

Have a seat Cobie... I'm all ears...
 
Posted by Chief Lardy on :
 
<comes in through a back door wearing a holo-disguise and sits in a dark corner table>

I see my intel was correct that Quank's in here. Huh? Cobie, too? I'm gonna find out for myself what Quank's up to. This "sobering up" better not be a front. If I catch him abusing that ring while drunk, I'll be bringing him in!

<tunes up special earpiece which allows him to hear Cobie and Abin's conversation>
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
<lumbers in and smacks his fist down on the counter>

Venti chum latte, extra bloody...

<grabs his drink and, neglecting to greet his fellow LMBers, goes and sulks in the corner>
 
Posted by cleome on :
 
[slips in long enough to grab a small to-go soy mocha and to slip Sharky a handwritten note]

Click Here For A SpoilerDude, if that's your ship parked outside, I'd tiptoe out and move it from the "reserved" area to the "compact" area of the space-lot.

Normally, The Chief's pretty easygoing about these things, but lately... well, you know.

-- cleome

 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
<sits down across from Abin>

You might be wondering a few things. How the heck did I sober up? Did I really go on that long of a binger? And what the heck happened during that time? Well guess what. A lot of Legion Worlders who haven’t been on bingers are having similar memory problems. My healing abilities have someway let my mind reclaims those missing memories but it’s taken me awhile to ‘wake up’.

There are some dark things going on here on Legion World. And we need you now more than ever. So pick yourself up, dust yourself off and jump back into the fight.

Space Ranger was working on some things with me but he’s been out of contact for a few months. All the things going down these last few months…Zardi, the tobacco drug ring, Lardy being shot…they’re all connected.

Honestly, we can’t be sure whose listening in anymore. So I’ll tell you this: don’t trust the Luck Lords. Oh and abundant caution does no harm

You may have felt lost…and I feel for you…

<at this, Cobalt stands up and puts his hand on Abin’s shoulder, showing years of friendship make Cobalt feel some real compassion for Abin>

…but we need you now…and this is the path back…

<exits>
 
Posted by Abin Quank on :
 
<Stares at Cobalt's back as he exits.>

"Dont trust the Luck Lords?" Hmmm...

<Downs his coffee and gets up to pour another cup.>

Ring, take me to STU's Mansion

<Abin Vanishes and his cup of coffee falls to the floor, shattering and splashing hot coffee on Chief Lardy's disguised leg.>
 
Posted by Exnihil on :
 
<Two minutes earlier, we see a furtive looking Exnihil at a small table, puffing on a Carggite tri-gar, straining to hear a conversation from across the room>

quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
...the things going down these last few months…

...the tobacco drug ring...

<a furious barrista comes to Ex's table, and slams down her order pad>

Barrista: EX! How many times do I have to tell you? Cafe Cramer is NON-Smoking! One more time and you're banned!

<Annoyed, Ex puts the butt of his tri-gar into the dregs of his mug as she storms away. He surreptitiously leans a bit closer to the conversation, hoping to get another snippet>


quote:
Originally posted by Cobalt Kid:
...can’t be sure whose listening in anymore...

<a wry grin crosses Ex's lips>

Indeed...
 
Posted by Chief Lardy on :
 
Drat! That wasn't helpful at all! Des somehow knew I was here. All the magnetic rassin'-frassin' cloaking I put in this tech was for nought...

...and he's protecting Quank as usual. Every instinct I have is telling me to keep an eye on Quank, and I'll get to the bottom of this cloud of secrecy that's shrouding Legion World lately.
Maybe he's sobered up, and that's no longer an issue...but it's really bothering me.

Man, I'm missing the Lard Force I could tail Quank anywhere in an instant. As it is, I need to find someone more natural at espionage...


<leaves>
 
Posted by SharkLad on :
 
<sits in the corner nursing his chum latte>

Hey! Keep it down over there! I've got a wicked hangover... wait, where did everybody go?
 
Posted by dadman on :
 
<slowly walks in, dirty stained and with more than a few burns on his face and hands>

Ugh, what a day. Hecubus and Succubus almost crashed the Powersphere, we're lucky we still have power today. Don't know what went wrong...everything was running smooth then it all went to hell for no good reason. Hook me up with a Tharrian Java, the blacker the better...I need it.
 
Posted by Red Arrow on :
 
Question Kid walks into the place with a smile. He walks up to the counter and orders a tall Terreano and a cookie. He asked the barista, "Hey, what other locations do you have?"

"Umm...I don't know. You would have to talk to the manager," she said.

"Okay, I can wait," He sat down and pulled out a travel guide to read. He heard Istanbul was nice this time of year.

 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
Dev enters Cramers and starts looking around for Jailbait Lass.

He walks up to the counter and ordersa coffee.

"Has anyone seen Jailbait Lass?"
 
Posted by Lolita on :
 
<in the background a local saxophone player finishes a steamy tune as the aroma of exotic coffee washes over Dev-Em's senses; he turns to see a stunning beauty stand up; her body says she's not yet 20 years old but her eyes tell a different story; but above all, Dev can see she's vulnerable>

I don't go by that code name anymore. But yes, I'm her.

What can I do for you, Officer?
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
"Lolita. I'm really sorry to ask you this, but I'm looking for Cobalt Kid...Des. Chief Taylor said that you might have some useful information for us."
 
Posted by Lolita on :
 
<a smile comes to her lips but one of humor or joy--one of recognizing there are some things you just can't escape>

I should have known. Take a seat, Officer. I can use another cup.

<she uses her fingers to move the hair out of her eyes>

Dev-Em, right? I can tell you don't know me that well. But I know you. I know all of you. I was what you'd call Cobie's partner for many years. I was his chief intelligence officer...his Oracle if you will.

Lard Lad knows we're estranged, Cobie and I. I'm a little offended he's using that to send you here.

Do I know what Cobie is doing? I have my suspicions. Do I know where is heading? Quite frankly, I think so. But why in the world would I tell you? I just want to be left alone. This LMBP madness has taken enough from me.
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
Dev sits down and orders her another cup.

"Yes, it's Dev Em. Sorry, I can't speak for Lardy's motives in sending me here. All I can say is that we need to find him and Exnihil. We believe that they have information we need for an investigation we are involved with."

Dev took a sip of his coffee.

"If you know who I am, and know anything about me, then you know that I am here because I need to be, because you can help us...and no other reason."

[ February 26, 2011, 10:36 PM: Message edited by: Dev Em ]
 
Posted by Lolita on :
 
You're a good man, Dev. Maybe a little too good to get mixed up with Lardy and Cobie and their gray-colored motivations.

The truth is Cobie hurt me really bad. But at the end if the day we believe the same things. So if he's doing it, chances are, I'd be right there supporting him, pushing for the same things. That's a betrayal I don't want to make.

<crosses arms and looks away>

I think sometimes you LMBP guys are a little too apt to push each other too hard. Maybe Exnihil is a little beside the point. You're all going to need to work together to deal with the real threat.
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
"Believe me, I know all about being hurt by people you care about. Furball is mixed up in this as well. He's sided with Cobie and took Lardy and I by surprise earlier today. He's even given up the game he's been playing for years. "

Dev takes another sip of his coffee.

"I have a feeling you know about this as well. Maybe I am not seeing the whole picture here...but I am not sure what to think right now. The fact is though, I am a Security Officer on Legion World and I have a job to do, and until I have proof that Lardy is up to something that is detrimental to the People of Legion World, I am bound by what I believe in, adn that is doing my job to the best of my ability."

"Please help me. If Des is telling the truth, or is right about what is going on...he's got nothing to be afraid of by meeting me, without Lardy. I'm willing to listen to him."
 
Posted by Lolita on :
 
If it comes down to it, I'll step in and do my part to make sure Legion World's protectors are united. But I'm sorry Dev, there isn't anything I can do to help you.

Cobie is a lot like your friend Furball. What the public sees is a cover. Behind that facade is a man with little humor and an inability to connect with any other sentients out of a fear of losing focus of his duty to the LMBP and Legion World. No law, no code, no authority mean anything to him. Only what he sees as his home. You may or may not know that something terrible happened to him years ago early in his career and he's been changed ever since.

I-I love him...but I'm telling you because this charade has to end sooner or later or he's going to end up a victim of his own hubris, and probably dead. This "Great Game" he plays is a dark, black way of life that is rotting at his soul.

Good luck, Dev. I wish I could help. But...but I can't...

<Lolita suddenly gets up and runs out the door, deciding it was time to leave before tears came>
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
Dev just sat there drinking his coffee. Thinking.
 
Posted by Dev Em on :
 
A short while later Dev get's up and heads out of the cafe.

"Well, might as well go back and tell Leardy that I couldn't find her. I think it's time I started getting some answers from people around here."
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
<Slides into a booth in the back of the cafe>

Ohmygod, I wonder what My needs with this?

<Looks at a small data cristal in her hand>

And why she wants me to stay away from Uncle Spacey's office.
 
Posted by My Whee Fem on :
 
<Enters Cramer's thru the back door and slides into the booth across from Brit>

Did you bring... <her question is cut off by Brit sliding the data cristal across the table>

Keep your head down Brit, we're gonna need you and Sam later and you know how both Cobie and Chief Fatbutt feel about him. Personally I think their both a little jealous.
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod! Jealous!?!? Like they're both like ANCIENT!!

<Giggles, then lowers her voice>

Oh and like one other thing, Lolita's in town, and one of Chief Lardbutt's new goons has already 'interviewed' her. Tell Uncle I want her covered. I don't like what I see here and I'm afraid HE might be back.

If I'm like right, it's gonna get ugly...
 
Posted by My Whee Fem on :
 
Crap on a Stick! You want me to tell Bart you think HE's back?
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
Ohmygod! No! Just tell him to make sure we keep Lolita covered, I don't want anybody, and I mean anybody getting within a mile of her without a Quank Family member knowing about it.
 
Posted by My Whee Fem on :
 
We're spread a little thin Brit. Nobody's seen your father for a while, and Gramps hasn't exactly been Mr Reliable since...

Crap on a Stick! I guess it's time to draft Tony... Or Holly Honey.
 
Posted by Red Arrow on :
 
Red Arrow walked in quickly to order an Espresso. She needed the caffeine after that confrontation with the rogues. She was humming the tune to "Rainbow High" and trying to make the best out of this messy little business. She knew it would end sooner or later and Legionworld would be better.
 
Posted by Everyday Girl on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by My Whee Fem:
We're spread a little thin Brit. Nobody's seen your father for a while, and Gramps hasn't exactly been Mr Reliable since...

Crap on a Stick! I guess it's time to draft Tony... Or Holly Honey.

Ohmygod! Use both of them! Tony like adores the ground you walk on, and Holly... She and Lo' have a like lot in common...

If you need more bodies to make it work Sam and I can cover some too.

I gotta go, call me if anything comes up.
 
Posted by Furball on :
 
Hot Chick lands with Furball outside Cramers.

"Thanks Sweetie. Gotta see if our girl is inside."

Furball bursts through the doors and looks around.

"Lolita...there you are. We need you hon, he needs you, all of us do...we might not get through this one without you. Will you come with me?"
 
Posted by Lolita on :
 
*Huddled in a corner underneath some tables with several other customers, Lolita sits, shaking. Her arms are wrapped around her knees, which are close to her stomach and she is staring out the windows, watching the bees.*



*At first she does not notice Furball and Hot Chick. They have no idea that Lolita has a long history with the Red Bee and has often been considered his favorite target. When he first betrayed the LMBP and revealed himself as a villain, she became his captive and he ultimately buried her alive. She was only saved at the last moment and this trauma affected her for many years. When the Bee returned a second time, he went out of his way amidst the chaos of Infinite Crisis to kidnap her once again and this time she was placed in a refrigerator after he enjoyed torturing her. It took her many years to come out of her shell after that, and she had finally begun to think it was all in the past.*

*She looks up.*

Furball…? You need me? B-but I wanted to stay…out of it…

*She looks around at all the other helpless victims, all horrified of what they see. Just like her.*

O-Okay. I’ll come with you.

*Gets up and dusts self off.*

I’m ready. Where are we going? Did Ram Boy call the roll for the LMBP?
 
Posted by Furball on :
 
Furball grinned.

"I'm taking you to Cobie. At the moment, he's at the Office of Security. If he needs you someplace else, he'll let me know as we're enroute. I'm not sure what, if anything that Ram Boy has done, I've been a little busy lately and have no idea how much a presence he's even had as leader. We've got to move fast though...don't worry, I'll stick close to you and do my best to keep you safe."
 
Posted by Timber Wolf on :
 
Furball and Hot Chick land outside the Cafe. They enter, order and find a seat.

"This is close enough to respond if there's trouble, and gives us a chance to talk a little."
 
Posted by Hot Chick on :
 
{as Timber Wolf finishes telling Hot Chick all about his story, she looks around cautiously}

{convinced that they're not being observed, she speaks}

Fuzzy, I really like you a lot, more than I ever thought possible, but... {holds his hands in hers} ...this person you see in front of you is not the real me. It's...an illusion. I can't let us go deeper into this...whatever it is...based on a lie.

{looks around nervously again}

I...I'm someone who is wanted by the LMB for serious crimes. You could say I'm very high on their Most Wanted list.

{bows head}

I'm so sorry...
 
Posted by Timber Wolf on :
 
Timber Wolf looks at her.

"Look at me then."

He waits until she raises her head enough to see his face. When she does, a grin creeps into one side of his mouth.

"I know...you don't do the things I've done in life without noticing certain things. You have to remember one thing. I've spent most of my adult life leading a double...hell, even triple life. My brother is a shape changer that can mimick someone down to the smells and vocal inflections."

He drops his voice, not having to look around to know that he is safe to talk at a lower level.

"I have done things that 99% of the society would be horrified by the thought of doing. Things that polite people don't talk about, but want to happen. Things to insure that peace is maintained throughout the galaxy. Things that Cobie never really wanted to know, and that I will never speak of. There are headlines out there that people read and are up in arms about...that are lacking one sentence...'courtesy of Timberwolf.'"
 
Posted by Hot Chick on :
 
{speaks in whispers} It's not that simple, Fuzzy. You work with the people who I hurt! I killed Legion World citizens and was responsible for the death of at least one LMB ally! I tried to destroy Legion World, Fuzzy! Any of this sounding familiar?

{shakes her head} I...was in a different frame of mind back then. But I'm still no saint. I'm....kinda blackmailing someone.

Ugh. {she can't believe she's opening up about herself so completely to him}
 
Posted by Timber Wolf on :
 
"So why tell me? Do you think I'm going to go running to them? Turn you in? So you're not an angel...neither am I. Has anyone in your family been assassinated?" He stops himself.

"If you're who I am thinking...and it's pretty obvious who you are based on what you just said...yeah, if I wanted to, I could have them knocking out the wall of this place to drag you in...but all I really know is this...you've saved Des and I. We would be dead right now if you were still that person. No one would have questioned you if you had said that we weren't close enough to save...hell I'm surprised we even made it out of that blast alive regardless. But the fact remains that you didn't, and that tells me more about you than anything you've done in the past. That tells me who you are today."

He looks at her and lifts her chin so she looks in his eyes. "Lardy is a good man, but he's not gonna be able to do what you need done out there. I know what the climate is...hell I caused parts of it, but I can help you if you want. It's a huge game, and you need a a piece that doesn't have to operate using a rulebook. I've toppled governments before, and will probably do it again no matter what your decision is."
 
Posted by Hot Chick on :
 
You...you're more remarkable than I ever imagined! {squeezes his hands tightly}

{she goes for broke and tells him everything, beginning with...} As you've probably guessed, already, my true name is Kalla Hrykos..... {continues until her story is told}
 
Posted by Timber Wolf on :
 
He listens, taking everything in. When she finishes, he smiles.

"Alright then. After this mess is over with, I have one personal bit of business to handle. Then we figure out the first move."

He slides out of his seat, and offers his hand to help her up. "Let's walk."
 
Posted by Hot Chick on :
 
{smiles, feeling the relief of their new openness} Lead the way, Fuzzy! {moves his arm so it's behind her back with his hand at her waist as they walk}
 
Posted by Timber Wolf on :
 
As they walk, there is a beeping sound from his belt.

"Got to take this one. He answers, "Give me some good news. Okay. They're where. Good. We can;t leave yet. I understand that, but things are too hot here to risk us leaving. No. Keep trailing them and keep me updated."

Hot chick looked at him.

"It's the personal thing I have to take care of after this is over." He sighs, "hold on. I have to call Dev."

He activates his comlink, "Hey. Yeah, I know. I just got an update. Yes, they're fine and still pretty local. No,, not on planet since yesterday, but I have people on it. They're not going anywhere, and they are reported as being in a good mood. I know that, but they are with their mother. Yes, I know that too...but unfortunately, it's a fact. not yet, I hope to know something on that front soon, but there is pretty much nothing to go on. The image was pretty garbled. I'll let you know."

He put the com-link away, and looks at her. "Okay, here's the lowdown on that personal issue I have to attend to. Short version. Dev got married fifteen years ago to a woman whom I never met. they met, fell in love and got married real quick like. Fourteen years ago, she;s in an accident...makes a full recovery, they have two kids and life is going great. They start fighting several years ago about his time away from home and she wants a divorce. He talks her out of it...they've been strained for years...barely holding on. He comes across like everything is alright...which is easy when you can change your appearance at will. Fact is, he had papers ready to go as of last week. She must have found out about this and panicked. Here's where it get's weird. From what little I;ve had to go on, Mrs's Em actually was replaced sometime after the crash and before the kids came around. Don't know why yet...only reason we found out was because a security camera captured an image of our mom and wife leaving with the kids less than 48 hours ago. That made me suspicious when the attacks happened, and one of the things I needed to find out was where the real Mrs. Em was. I came across her by accident really, when checking the vids at the Casino right before it went boom. An image of her lying on the ground in the middle of all the chaos. Problem ended up being, when I came across the body at the morgue, the stings were partially healed over. Barely able to detect it, but the smell a body gets after it's been in stasis for a long time is there and I can detect it."

He licks his lips, "sorry. Babbling. As of right now, they are still local by transport standards and safe. I have a team training them and keeping me aprised. If thy bolt to fast, we;re on them. Otherwise, we have time for my brother to do his duty for his friends...he really is a boy scout. sure he;s got some odd edges, but he genuinely cares about his friends."

His alert goes off again. He answers it, "Hey. What? Where? We're on our way."

He shoves it in it;s pouch. "We got another problem...Lard Bots. C'mon."

[ March 06, 2011, 06:49 AM: Message edited by: Timber Wolf ]
 
Posted by rickshaw1 on :
 
Guy walks into Cafe Cramer and says "Can i get a cuppa coffee? Thanks." Then he sits down and drinks it. Then he leaves.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Caffeine!

Ahhhh, I missed this...
 
Posted by Emily Sivana on :
 
Question Lad and Red Arrow go in to pick up coffee for the Security Office when they spot Invisible Brainiac.

"Hello," Red Arrow said.
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
"Why, hello, Red Arrow, Question Lad. Fancy having a relaxing cup of tea with me?" Invisible Brainiac replies. "It's a shame we had to cut our Earth trip short. Duty calls though..."
 
Posted by Emily Sivana on :
 
The two of them agreed to have tea with Invisible Brainiac. Question Lad asked, "Emily and I are planning to take a trip to Raltvee next weekend. Would you be interested in coming along?"
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
Thanks for the invite, I'd love to. What is there to see in Raltvee, and may I bring Blaze along?

(PS, you should really try some of the chamomile tea. It's amazing!)
 
Posted by Emily Sivana on :
 
She smiled, "Of course she can come along."

Question Lad asked Red Arrow to get out the travel guide, and she passed it to Invisible Brainiac. Question Lad said, "Raltvee, the capital of the Republic of Raltvee, is a planet almost completely covered by water. A couple of centuries ago lots of religious people chose to settle there because they didn't have much money. They raised much of the land by the use of technology. There are many beautiful palaces, towers and gardens."
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
"Towers and gardens sound just like my thing, and I love the water. Count me in, then!"

IB takes out his phone and sends a message.

As he pores over the travel guide, he grabs some freshly made chocolate cookies. "Would you like some, or would you prefer the gingerbread?"
 
Posted by Emily Sivana on :
 
"These are perfectly fine," Emily answered. She grabbed one cookie, and Sebastian grabbed four cookies.

She asked, "What books have you been reading lately?"
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
*IB quickly swallows his cookie*

I've been reading the Dark Oval series. Fascinating read! And Truth and Perfection, of course. There are a lot of online books being published by various Legion World residents. You should try them out.
 
Posted by Exnihilo on :
 
<Having traveled back to Legion World - fresh from his "eclipsing" on Earth by the power of the black diamond - a transformed Exnihil enters Cafe Cramer>

<Speaking to a voice only he can hear, Ex makes his way to the counter>


Ex: I said I would!

The black diamond's silent voice: REMEMBER... IT MUST BE EEEEEEVIL! THE ONLY WAY YOUR POWER WILL INCREASE IS THROUGH THE PROPAGATION OF EEEEEEEEEVIL!

Ex: I heard you the first forty times! Grife!


<A bored looking barrista watches Ex approach. She hates the night shift>


Barrista: Sigh... what can I get started for you?

Ex: A large coffee... err... Black! Yes... black as the night! Black as the heart of a thousand dying stars!

Barrista: Whatever... <she turns around to the coffee pots>

The black diamond's silent voice: WHAT WAS THAT?

Ex: This is hard, OK? I'm just getting started!

Barrista: One black coffee... 2 credits.

Ex: Can you break a twenty?

The black diamond's silent voice: DO NOT ASK HER... TELL HER!!!

Ex: I mean... you're going to break this twenty! Or face the vengeance of...

Barrista: Sigh... here's your change.

Ex: Thank y... I mean... The will of Exnihilo be done!


<Ex takes his coffee and moves to the prep station where he takes a cardboard heat protector... then pauses>


Ex: Wait... if I take all these protectors... then the next customer will have none! He will burn his fingers! Slightly! EEEEEEVIL!


<Ex takes takes the remaining heat protectors and tosses them in the trash>


Ex: EEEEEEEVIL!!! Mwhah-ha-ha!!!

The black diamond's silent voice: WE HAVE TO WORK ON THIS.
 
Posted by Cobalt Kid on :
 
< Cobalt walks in >

Coffee. Medium. Black.

< Barista scowls under he breath, muttering about her roommate Moonbeam >

Thanks.

< hands 2 credits and then grabs coffee without protector >

SONUVA...!!
 
Posted by Legion Tracker on :
 
<As Legion Tracker opens the door, some guy at the bar is cursing loudly and flapping one of his hands. LT hesitates and steps toward a seat to wait for the uproar to settle. Opening his commpad, he rereads a note from his lover, and aloud he speaks her closing mark...>

XOXOXO

<Suddenly he notices a shadowy figure in the corner....>
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
<Blaze teased Invisible Brainiac as they flew through space towards Raltvee>

"Aren't you worried something will happen on Legion World while we're on vacation?"

<IB chuckles as he kisses Blaze's neck>

"I'm sure they can handle it. What kind of menace could possibly rear its head that they can't defeat without my light powers?"

<and the two continue to zip off into space>
 
Posted by Kinetix (Zoe Saugin) on :
 
Caffeine!

Ahhh, this place is definitely one of my favorites here on LW...

Hmmm, wonder who that is in those dark colors in the corner? Could sure use a makeover. Maybe he doesn't know it's not Halloween anymore.
 
Posted by Viridis Lament on :
 
<Dedman sat sipping on a fine medium roast from SummerWorld. He watched the other's enter and order over the rim of his mug>

"I wonder if one of them sent it" he mused to himself.

<"It" sat on the table before him. A cube about 3 inches to a side, wrapped in something that looked disturbingly like skin. The green wax seal bore a mark like a bent branch. Attached was a tag reading "from a fan. open me">
 
Posted by Kinetix (Zoe Saugin) on :
 
<enjoys a caramel macchiato while lounging beside the fireplace>

Let's have some cookies... <telekinetically lifts a green tea cookie towards her>

Say, maybe that brooding guy in the corner could use a cookie.

<sends a cookie over in a ball of telekinetic light>
 
Posted by Invisible Brainiac on :
 
"I'm sleepy..." Blaze was leaning against IB.

"Again?" IB said. "But yeah, you only got 7 hours of sleep last night..."

"Hmph," Blaze pouted. "When we stay up all night drinking, you sleep longer the next day."

"Okay, okay," IB said as he threw up his hands. "Let's not argue. Okay, wait here and I'll pick up some coffee from Cafe Cramer's. Be back in... 6.5 minutes."

*IB quickly zips back to LW then says CAFFEINE!*

"Okay, what would Blaze like... hm.... ah, mint caramel."

*whistles while waiting invisibly, so nobody catches on he's here*

"Hmmm, there's Kinetix, and Dedman, and Cobie... and some weird guy in the corner cackling to himself... and Kinetix is being nice by giving him a cookie, but he didn't even bother to bite it... Ah, there's my order!"

*quickly zips off back to where he left Blaze*
 
Posted by Kinetix (Zoe Saugin) on :
 
ugh, didn't anyone tell this weird cackling guy that he's so rude?

Hmph, no matter. I have to get ready to go to Rimbor.

*flies out of the door*
 
Posted by Rond Vidar on :
 
<Rond walks through the door of a busy cafe. After waiting for ages in line as the Barista seems more interested in chatting than serving coffee>

<Rond finally gets his straight black coffee to go.>

"Hey they're out of coffee cozys!" <looks in the trash to see piles of soiled protectors for hot coffee >

"who would do such a thing??? What a MONSTER!!! I bet it was Harmonia! That .... grrrrrrr. She's ruining EVERYTHING!!! She'll probably get the promotion at the Time Institute instead of ME!! I can not have her for a boss! For someone who's immortal she isn't even capable of mastering the basics of future time travel!"

<sets coffee down as it begins to burn his hands>

" Ow! I guess I'll be drinking my coffee HERE, I really need it after that late night at Shakes! I'm having a hard time even remembering the basic formulas for faster than light travel ...."

<Rond has a seat in the corner ... feeling anti social after his bender at Shakes.>
 


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