Ready for a blast from the past that might make you clutch your pearls? LeAnn Rimes recently took to Instagram with a throwback photo from 2016, and let's just say it sent some Gen Xers into a nostalgic tailspin... or maybe a mild state of shock. It all begs the question: are we ready to revisit the fashion and vibes of yesteryear? But here's where it gets controversial: Is it truly cringe, or are we just getting old? Judge for yourself!
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Now, with the pleasantries out of the way, let's dive into the day's happenings, starting with a pressing family matter: Screencaps the III has a basketball game! Time is of the essence, so let's get to it.
The World's Best Rotisserie Chicken? A Bold Claim!
Mike T. is making some serious claims about a rotisserie chicken in France. He boldly proclaims it's the world's best. Now, I'm not one to dismiss such a statement outright, but I need some evidence to fuel the debate. And this is the part most people miss: What makes a rotisserie chicken the best? Is it the chicken itself, the cooking method, the seasoning, or something else? Let's hear Mike's case:
Mike T. explains:
"Ok, here it is in all its glory! Why do I call it the world’s best? Quality chicken, lean. Cooked on the flame rotisserie. Skin is crispy! Seasoned with Herbs de Provence. Seasoning is key to this bird.
Secondary, my bro cooks fingerling potatoes in the bottom of the rotisserie, they are literally bathing in chicken fat.
Last, he pours chicken juices into the bag you take the chicken home in, it’s a take away spot.
Simple food done to perfection!"
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Mike T. doubles down, stating that the French just do rotisserie chicken better than anyone else. He's not backing down! He's also quite fond of the French sausage, apparently.
Burnt Out Headlights: An Epidemic?
Am I going crazy, or are there a suspicious number of cars driving around with burnt-out lights these days? I'm not talking about people driving with their lights off – that's a whole other issue. I'm talking about actual burnt-out bulbs. The other night, I saw at least six cars with a headlight or taillight out within a short stretch of highway.
That feels unusual. Someone in the group must have some insight into the bulb business. Are we importing inferior bulbs, or is this just my perception?
Mountain Lion on the Loose in Toledo?
John in Huntsville, TX, alerted me to a report of a mountain lion sighting near Toledo, Ohio! Had to look this one up. Apparently, OPL refers to "On Patrol Live." Musk's Grok AI provided some context:
"The bizarre call hit just as On Patrol: Live started at 9 p.m. ET, but officers found no lion, injuries, or evidence—just a safe man and what many called a prank. Hosts Dan Abrams, Curtis Wilson, and Sean 'Sticks' Larkin laughed it off in studio, with Abrams joking about the slim odds in urban Ohio. Mountain lions vanished from the state over a century ago, making the report a perfect mix of excitement and skepticism for fans."
Retirement Realities and Wendy's Woes
Bob K. shares some invaluable advice and a Wendy's observation:
"1. My fellow Cappers, if anything, please listen to Jim F, the greatest advise from today, as soon as you are on Medicare, get the supplemental deal. I have made many bad decisions in my life but the best one I ever made was getting my beautiful a supplement deal. 6 months after I got her one , we got the news, so many MRI’s, Pet scans, daily chemo pills and much more, I have never paid a dime except that $287.00 I pay every month, best money every spent. Good job Jim F.
2. At first, I doubted the theory on Wendys, I loved Wendys, but about a year ago I start noticing our local one down the street and the horrible service, I stopped going and lo and behold this past weekend it closed the doors. Great location in a great part of Jacksonville ( Julington Creek area ) very sad."
Jeff N. echoes the Wendy's sentiment:
"The Wendys down the street from me closed a few weeks ago. It was there for 25 years, if not longer. Probably ate my weight in Jr. Bacon Cheeseburgers, biggie fries and chocolate frosties. The death spiral is real. At least we'll always have 'Where's the beef?' to remind us of those tasty days of yore."
Costco Adventures Await!
Time for that weekend Costco run! The wife is ready to get out of the house, and it's been a while since our last shopping expedition.
Doug in Omaha spotted something at Costco that he thought would resonate with the Screencaps crowd. Enjoy!
Food Order Theft: A Growing Trend?
Jeff in Oldham County, KY, reports a disturbing trend:
"Not sure about the rest of the country, but here is what has been happening around my area (Greater Louisville) of Kentucky for the past several months:
- Order food on the app
- Go to location to pick up food from the 'to go rack'
- Nothing on the rack
- Stand in line behind the in-person orderers
- When it's my turn, state that I placed online order
- Counter person retrieves my order from somewhere behind the counter
- When I ask why it wasn't on the to-go rack, the answer is because they can't stop people from strolling in and stealing the orders.
I'm seeing this at Arby's, Qdoba, Jimmy John's and others. Seems I'm better off now ordering in person so as not to get cold food."
App Ordering: A Point of Contention
Alex R. fires back at Mark T. regarding app ordering:
"Whoa Mark T, why the hostility over picking up a sandwich!?! Tell Mark I love the pub subs from his beloved Publix, those and Jersey Mike's are tops on my list.
And the beauty of those places is if you ask for something, they always kill it and get it right, and if it's a little off its still good, no complaining here. There is nothing 'too good' about ordering on an app.
I am just saying if there is an easier way, why complain when you don't take it? I like to make the most of my time, I have hard work to do, and sometimes a hungry wife to get lunch for. Happy wife, happy life means I'm getting my food the fastest way possible."
More Retirement Wisdom
Clay in Columbus shares his retirement journey:
"After 30 years in commercial photo biz, owning and running a studio with 24 employees, 2001 (age 53) was time to sell it off. At the time i had been teaching graphics as an adjunct at an art college.
Quite rewarding but not financially. Out of the blue came a request that i interview with Apple as they were soon to open a (third in the chain) and had heard I was food at instructing etc. Took the job as part-time and it was the best idea ever. Besides keeping me busy it was fun showing folks (especially seniors like me) how to use tech.
Best parts were, 1 no responsibility once I left the store-no bad dreams etc) and the benefits. The stock purchase plan is what actually allowed me to totally retire 10 years laster with 7 figures in the back. Its not the working that makes you want to retire it the WORK.
Good bosses, easy hours, no worries or stress and fun fellow employees (most college age) make part time retirement enjoyable.. Look for those opportunities so you dont slow down completely and get stagnant."
Mark or Mike (the email signature is inconsistent) offers more advice for older Gen Xers:
"Responding to Paul in Cincinnati regarding retirement, I worked as a pharmaceutical sales representative for 30 years (at the same company unbelievably). The last 10-12 years were filled with endless, useless conference calls, in town and out of town meetings ran by pitiful managers and regional directors who cared about themselves and not their employees. I had enough and started to plan for the day I could call my manager and telling her I was finished with all the corporate nonsense.
At 53 I took online courses to get my teaching certification and completed this 18 month course during the evenings while I was still working. At 55 I made the greatest phone call of my life and left the corporate b.s. behind and started teaching business courses at a local high school 2 days later. I really enjoyed helping those students who wanted to learn from my vast business knowledge and experience. This lasted only 3 years unfortunately due to COVID hitting. Hard to teach kids that never show up on Zoom Meetings so I said enough. Since then I’ve enjoyed not getting up early for useless meetings and conference calls. I currently love working in my yard and working 3 days a week shuttling customers and cars at a local Cadillac dealership.
Retirement to me has always been a negative word. It’s just a new beginning in your life. Stay active, plan for it while you are still working and don’t be afraid of whether you have "enough money to retire". If you’ve worked hard and saved along the way you’ll be fine. Happiness and stress free from the daily grind are 2 things you can’t put a price tag on! Choose something that has always interested you and go for it.
If you have never worked nights or weekends don’t pick a job that now requires that in retirement. Why? You won’t be happy. Bottom line retirement is what you want to make of it. Enjoy the new life style. Appreciate all the hard work you put in (because the corporate world certainly won’t appreciate you heading out the door). Your new freedom is wonderful. Stay active especially mentally and you’ll have a great new path in your life."
Joe in Elmira, NY, weighs in on retirement and Generation Jones:
"First, Like Galen in NC, I didn't know that Generation Jones was a thing and that I was part of it (born 1956). I never felt that I had very much in common with the older boomers. When we hit our prime, the oil embargo brought us gas prices that nobody had ever seen, crappier cars, prime interest rates were 19%, unemployment was high and disco.
Technology was advancing a lot faster in our end of the generation which is why I think that we embrace new technology much better than the older boomers.
I didn't even consider retirement when I was 60, until my Brother, just 10 months younger than me, died from brain cancer at 59. The guy did everything right. Engineering degree, good job, married and put 2 great kids through college. He never got to experience a single day of retirement. That changed my whole outlook. I retired at 62.
I worked in the field for a Utility company for 31 years and came in contact with the public every day. I talked to hundreds of retired guys out there and many of them said that they should have retired earlier. I never had anyone tell that they should have worked a few more years."
Franco in Pittsburgh adds his thoughts on retirement:
"Great discussion on retiring in Thursday's screencaps. lots of good stuff there.
First and foremost, stay active. Walk.
One thing I started doing was going back to church. I love the stories in the readings and if you have a good priest the homilies can be excellent. Now I am thinking about doing volunteer work for my church.
There's always something going on like their summer fairs and other events. They always need help setting stuff up or decorating the church for the holiday seasons. There's also other work like driving the elderly to doctor's appointments. It's a great way to give back a littlein your later years of life."
Anti-ICE Protesters and Tempting BBQ
Matt in San Diego faces a dilemma:
"Been reading for about two years now (love it) and this is my first time chiming in from San Diego. I was about to say "Charger fan" doesn't exist but my boss is still a diehard SD charger fan (he gets a pass because he let me have the other corner office at our new space since I'm the only other one that comes in everyday).
Also, the anti-ICE protesters have a BBQ going in front of the federal building (right next to mine) and it smells delicious. I can't get any work done due to the noise...should I just join in thefun and grab a hot dog? Last month they had a Mariachi band!"
Is That an Old Pizza Hut?
Denis spotted something intriguing in Belle Glade, Florida:
"Good morning Joe, enjoy reading your content daily, This exists in Belle Glade, Florida. I thought maybe you’d get a kick out of it. Keep up the good work."
(I followed up with Denis for more details – is it a former Pizza Hut, and what has it been transformed into?)
Rock 'n' Roll Still Lives!
JD in Wichita shared this on Wednesday, and apologies for missing it on Zakk Wylde's birthday:
"In honor of Zakk Wylde’s birthday today, new Black Label Society release.
Rock and Roll is not completely dead, thank God."
Augusta National Beauty
Let's conclude with some stunning photos of Augusta National to inspire thoughts of spring and the golf season ahead. The source of these photos shall remain a secret forever.
Alright, gotta dash to that basketball game! Have a fantastic weekend. Embrace the Costco crowds, enjoy the NFL games, stay warm, and catch the Sony Open if you're longing for summer. See you all on Monday! What do you think of LeAnn Rimes' throwback photo? Does it give you the warm fuzzies or make you cringe? And what's your take on the retirement advice shared today? Let's hear your thoughts in the comments!
