RUMPLATIONS: Awesome Honky Tonk and Cyber Bar

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Morning y'all

Up in Hastings Nebraska at a livestock show & auction

Lion, I how the Wildfire we’ve been having here in Nebraska aren’t a problem for you. Safe Travels!

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Oh wow. If Amish baking is anything like Old Order Mennonite baking, those will be sooooo good. I grew up in Waterloo Region/County when there was still a fairly large Mennonite population there.

Likewise – although the Mennonite family that serves our local farmers market sell vegetables, not baked goods.

Which I couldn't eat anyway – GF, and all.

Lion, travel safe.

And Dave, I'll look forward to your stories!

And it's a Sunny-Day!

Well, at least it's Sunday, even if it's actually snowing up here in the Great White North!

Let's get some caffeine brewing, shall we?

Yes, we shall.

They say it's OK to talk to yourself, as long as you don't answer, right?

Right!

Lights on, Lady Dryad has cleaned up and we’re all set.

Tea Kettle is refilled and ready. There are pots of Yorkshire and Lasang Salchow teas available on the sideboard, plus all the other fine teas in the box. Sachets of Swiss Miss are available, along with the usual mound of mini marshmallows.

Big Bertha has been cleaned, rinsed, and refilled, and sits ready to serve.

Today we're using Muskoka Maple coffee blend from Muskoka Coffee Roasters, to mellow our way into the morning.

I've put out donuts.

Plus I've got buttecream cuppycakes for Kat – plus, of course, Coke Zero to offset the calories.

That's the way it works, right?

Take care out there, 'K?

And since Lion and his marvelous record collection isn't available just now, I'll drop a dime in the Würlitzer and see what we can play to get things started, such as…

Sergio Mendez and Brasil 66 with … Chelsea Morning …

And staying with that upbeat sound, let's get … A Little Help From My Friends …

Hiya, Rumpies

Adding something sweet for your tongue…

Oo, chocolate sweet buns. Yummy!!!

I'll take a Yorkshire tea as well.

Good morning. Shook my headache and its after effects. Now one week until I start feeling old again (son turns 27).

Taxes are done as far as I can go with what I have. Still waiting on some slips. Why CRA lets providers have until March 31 to issue slips when the deadline to file is April 30, I don't get. Means you really have only a month to put things to bed if you have a provider who runs things out to the line. At least it's all downloaded now rather than having to wait for the mail.

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Oo, chocolate sweet buns. Yummy!!!

I'll take a Yorkshire tea as well.

Good morning. Shook my headache and its after effects. Now one week until I start feeling old again (son turns 27).

Yup, I know the feeling, Mr Ape. Mine turned 28 weeks before my bday. I get to feel old twice in close proximity. Ha! Seems like just yesterday he was a toddler.

Good Morning, Just a cup of Bertha’s Best Coffee at this time . However, Kimmi’s Chocolate Buns does look delicious. There something about the taste of that chocolate. We are expecting near blizzard conditions in this part of Nebraska today and tomorrow then going back up to the 70’s, that’s crazy! Take Care everyone and stay safe and healthy.

new competition up for all you writers.

Morning Gang

Thanks Bear you aiming at taking this Lions joy of music ?? lol just kidding my friend I appreciate your musical choices ☘️

Our friends was able to secure 5 young Black Angus to add to their small herd.

I has to keep moving Jane away from the small group of yearnings being auctioned.

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Aberdeen Angus

A little history for y'all non 4H folks

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First imported to the U.S. in 1873 by George Grant, who crossed them with Longhorns to create the "Black Angus".

Now known for their beef but to us smaller ranches/ farm we especially appreciate they are Fabulous mothers .

Based on mid-March 2026 reports, feeder calf prices remain very strong due to tight supplies, with many lightweight calves (under 600 lbs) selling in the $450.00–$550.00+ per cwt (hundredweight) range in various regional auctions. 

USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (.gov) +2

Lightweight Calves (400-500 lbs): Frequently sold between $475.00–$550.00+ per cwt in Southern markets (MS, AR, KY).

Medium Weight Calves (500-600 lbs): Generally trading between $400.00–$475.00 per cwt.

Feeder Steers/Yearlings (600-800 lbs): Prices for heavier feeders were generally lower on a per-hundredweight basis, mostly trading in the $320.00–$360.00 per cwt range.

Market Trend: While prices for some weights fluctuated, overall, the market continued to see historically high prices compared to previous years. 

USDA Agricultural Marketing Service.

Our first song

Grateful Dead

Friend Of The Devil

We are happy to be home and yes I'm waiting to see the brackets for NCAA Tournament Bracket being released on CBS at 6pm ET.

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And Casper is very happy too

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And it's a Sunny-Day!

Well, at least it's Sunday, even if it's actually snowing up here in the Great White North!

Let's get some caffeine brewing, shall we?

Yes, we shall.

We got a foot overnight and are expecting another 6-12 inches today, coupled with 50-60 mph winds. And the funny thing is that we had bare grass yesterday at this time. Fortunately, it’ll be back in the 50’s next weekend, so it won’t last.

Grabbing a mug of Bertha’s Best and starting to put some ideas in paper for the new writing challenge. No idea where I am going yet. Perhaps being snowed in will inspire me.

1st in to Rumps the HOTTEST bar in Lushland.

Morning Y'all

It's MOOOAAN Day

Big Beautiful Bertha filled with

Delicato Italian whole Bean

Copper Kettle filled and singin

packets of poplar teas & hot chocolate

of course a pyramid of mini marshmallows placed next to the selections

Morning select of sweet treats placed on side bar.

Yes we have Cuppycakes too 😃

Jukebox warming up

Sweet Jane checking on Kimmi's Toys in store room #4

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Our CRAZY weather continues with a shift of 50 degree DROP and high winds gusts to 45mph

Oh yes snow & thunder too!!

Mother Nature is on a real bender

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Now to start the music with

The Beatles

Things We Said Today

Morning Tunes

Toto

Stop Loving You

Cassandra

The Sound of Truth

Tears For Fears

Mad World

Next set

Paris Jackson

Zombies in Love

Bryan Ferry

Don't Stop The Dance

Shaboozey ft Morgan Wallen

Southern Nights, Sinful Ways

Did we say Cuppycakes??

I'll add a restock on Coke Zer0 too

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3rd set

Tarney Spencer Band

No Time To Lose

Robert Plant

In the Mood

Paul Young

Come Back and Stay

Well its about time to head northwest to check on the animals taking a couple cans of tuna (packed in water) to give to the barn kitties

I'll be around y'all

Be Nice & Think First

Lion Out

What a musical extravaganza, Lion!

Thanks for kicking off a new week.

Busy week – as always – so if anyone needs me, tough cookies!

I'll grab a mug o' Yorkshire tea and wander back to see how Kimmi's making out. Check her temperature and all that.

BTW, her 80-word writing challenge is about to wrap up if y'all haven't entered yet. I particularly like Ape's Shamrock entry!

Take care out there, 'K?

Good Morning All

Happy Saint Patrick's Day

The one day every one can be Irish.

Here a little backstory on Saint Patrick

Much of what is known about Patrick’s legendary life comes from the Confessio, a book he wrote during his last years. Born in Roman Britain (likely in what is now Wales, western England or southern Scotland) to a well-to-do Christian family of Roman citizenship, Patrick was captured and likely enslaved at age 16 by Irish marauders. For the next six years, he worked as a herder in Ireland, turning to a deepening religious faith for comfort. Following the counsel of a voice he heard in a dream one night, he escaped and found passage on a ship to Britain, where he was eventually reunited with his family.

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I'll leave the morning duties to Bear this morning

Here a couple of songs to go with today's festivities

Ed Sheeran

Nancy Mulligan

Ella Roberts

The Skye Boat Song

May Irish Eyes smile on y'all

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I'll double back to make sure Bear shows up with morning refreshments

So, St. Paddy wasn't Irish then?

Ah, well … today he can be, along wid da rest of us!

But then, as my former agent used to say, I spoke with a brilliant "Lucky Charms" accent, so I'll knock it off as he was well and truly Irish his own self.

Tea Kettle is refilled and ready. There are pots of Yorkshire and Irish Breakfast (for sure) teas available on the sideboard, plus all the other fine teas in the box. Sachets of Swiss Miss are available, along with the usual mound of mini marshmallows.

Big Bertha has been cleaned, rinsed, and refilled, and is now perkin' away.

Today we're serving Irish coffee, don't ya know … wid Jameson's, 'course

I've put out donuts.

And Siobhan is putting out other goodies…

Take care out there, 'K?

Happy St Patrick's Day everyone xxx

Yeah, Bear. I heard he wasn't Irish and he didn't drive the reptile snakes out either. Apparently the Snakes were a pagan group that he defeated in battle. Sounds a bit of a kick ass.. anyway.. if you don't have a bit of Irish in you, find someone who does hehehe xxx

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Happy St Patrick's Day everyone xxx

Yeah, Bear. I heard he wasn't Irish and he didn't drive the reptile snakes out either. Apparently the Snakes were a pagan group that he defeated in battle. Sounds a bit of a kick ass.. anyway.. if you don't have a bit of Irish in you, find someone who does hehehe xxx

May I extend a Irish American hand of friendship on this Saint Patrick's Day here in Rumps & Lush

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Since Bear came in early (shocked) This leaves me to play a few more tunes .......

Ella Langley

Halfway

Chaka Khan

Like Sugar

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Happy St. Patrick's Day!! And good morning!

I have a wee bit of Irish in the family tree, less even than Scots (I have a Scottish great-grandmother). Love Irish music and culture, though. Did visit Dublin a few years back and had lunch in a pub.

I was introduced to Irish rocker Gary Moore by, of all people, Finnish metalheads Nightwish, who covered his "Over the Hills and Far Away" early in their history. Here's the original.

While Nightwish are Finnish, Celtic music is a big influence that often shines through. English musician Troy Donockley was brought into the band specifically because, while not Irish, he played things like uillean pipes and tin whistle. This song features Troy on lead vocals and has a definite Celtic lilt to it.

Morning Mr Ape and thank you for the music

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Happy St Patrick's Day everyone xxx

Yeah, Bear. I heard he wasn't Irish and he didn't drive the reptile snakes out either. Apparently the Snakes were a pagan group that he defeated in battle. Sounds a bit of a kick ass.. anyway.. if you don't have a bit of Irish in you, find someone who does hehehe xxx

Greetings, Rachel. And welcome to the hottest – and coolest – place in all of Lushland: Rumps.

I'm your Beartender, so pull up a chair and tell us all the interesting and embarrassing things about yourself that you care to reveal.

And first drink's free – as with all pushers. Whaddal ya have?

The sun is out at the moment, here in south Blighty. Just cut my lawn for the 5th time this year, and we've been promised for tomorrow the hottest day of the year so far. Sounds great so far, but we are only talking about 20 °C. But I'm not complaining... though I doubt we'll get higher than 18 °C where I live... too near the sea. 😊

A pot of Yorkshire tea, please, Bear. Thank you. I'm still debating if I'm going to enter the new competition. But we will see on that! 😎😈

The Irish coffee is magnificent, thank you Bear! As an Irish bartender said to me one St Patties Day in Chicago, “Have some Irish coffee this morning, me lad, for if we don’t start drinking in da morning, we cannot be drinking all day, now can we?”

Had to show up at the bar on St. Paddy's Day!

I've been under the weather for the past several days. Just more of the same BS... next appointment with the Rhinologist is April 14.

I'll have a Guinness while I mod today... I'm a full quarter Irish... so it seems required.

Hope all y'all are doing okay!

I hope you get well soon, techgoddess. I hope April 14th sorts out the issue or, at the very least, gets you on the right path to recovery. Your drinks are on my tab today, Kat. 😊

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I hope you get well soon, techgoddess. I hope April 14th sorts out the issue or, at the very least, gets you on the right path to recovery. Your drinks are on my tab today, Kat. 😊

Thanks! I'll have another Guinness.