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Frank Drebin

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  1. So few coaches that are characters these days. Most are robots when they talk to media (don't blame them). So I appreciate the few who are like Kiffin.
  2. We did not tolerate picky eating. If my kids chose to not eat what we were serving, they could wait for the next meal. Never forced them to eat everything on plate and tried to serve stuff we all liked (I won't eat Lima beans to this day because I hate them). But we would feign indifference if they did not want to eat. If you're hungry enough, you will eat and missing one meal won't kill anyone. It takes both parents to be on board. But we were adamant because we saw how some friends kids were way too picky and the parents would get so stressed.
  3. It is going to get someone killed. Most likely the target. But it is also risky for cops. Doing it should be a crime similar to aggravated assault or attempted murder.
  4. You will get no argument from me that public schools in this country have all sorts of mission creep that do not advance what should be the core mission. But we spend almost $15k per student. That should be plenty.
  5. Weird how my kids in Haiti aren't picky eaters. Like Chris Rock said, "Hungry people ain't allergic to shit. You think anyone in Rwanda's got a fucking lactose intolerance?"
  6. Who do you know who works minimum wage as an adult where you live in Houston? I did not know that was a thing any more. It has to be very, very rare. Wal Mart starts you at $14 per hour. The going rate for a housekeeper or nanny is now over $20 per hour from everyone I know. As for defunding education in Texas, not sure that has really happened. Maybe if we didn't have 15 administrators at each school there would be more money. Inflation adjusted we spend more per student now than we did 20 years ago despite stagnation in real spending due to 19% inflation which is now recovering -- from AI To determine whether inflation-adjusted spending per student in Texas public schools has increased or decreased over the last 20 years (2005–2025), I’ll analyze data from the provided web sources, focusing on Texas Education Agency (TEA), National Education Association (NEA), and other credible reports. The analysis will adjust for inflation to reflect real spending power and account for changes in student enrollment, funding sources (state, local, federal), and economic factors like inflation rates. All dollar amounts are adjusted to 2025 dollars unless otherwise noted, using the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or education-specific inflation indices where applicable. Key Findings Overall Trend: Inflation-adjusted per-student spending in Texas public schools has increased over the last 20 years (2005–2025). Long-Term Increase (2005–2016): From 2004–05 to 2015–16, inflation-adjusted per-student spending rose by approximately 3.9% (from $9,086 to $9,442 in 2016 dollars), driven by a 28.6% increase in total spending ($50.3 billion to $64.8 billion) despite a 20.5% enrollment growth. Recent Decline (2019–2023): Since 2019, inflation-adjusted per-student spending has decreased by approximately $590 (in 2023 dollars) over the past decade, with a notable drop from 2021 to 2023 due to unchanged basic allotment ($6,160) and inflation rates of up to 19%. 2025 Context: Preliminary data suggest a slight recovery in state funding post-2023, but inflation-adjusted per-student spending remains below 2019–20 peak levels. Total spending for 2023–24 is reported at $14,257 per pupil (nominal), but real spending is lower when adjusted.
  7. Protein shake for me. Work brought in BBQ. I ate smoked turkey and some pickled carrots/japs. Going to eat a elk ribeye tonight with a salad.
  8. I bought fresh Ahi tuna yesterday at the Costco near my house for $16 per pound. And tuna costs more than salmon.
  9. Nope. Regional and Store Variations Urban/Coastal (e.g., NYC, LA): ~$120–$130/week due to higher prices (e.g., salmon ~$14/lb, vegetables ~$2.50–$3/lb). Rural/Midwest: ~$100–$110/week due to lower costs (e.g., chicken ~$3.50/lb, vegetables ~$1.25–$1.75/lb). Discount stores (e.g., Aldi, Walmart): ~$100–$110/week. Premium stores (e.g., Whole Foods): ~$130–$150/week, especially if choosing organic.
  10. Teach them to use AI. I put in a prompt for a high protein diet assuming protein shakes for breakfast for a male that needs to lose 30 pounds or so. It gave me the following, which is pretty reasonable and easy: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free Meal Plan for Weight Loss Profile: Male, 6’2”, 220 lbs, prefers green vegetables Goal: Weight loss with high protein (~180–200g/day), ~1800–2200 calories/day Notes: Breakfast is a protein shake daily (30g protein, ~150–200 cal). Meals emphasize green vegetables, avoid dairy and sugars. Adjust portions based on hunger/activity. Monday Breakfast: Protein Shake 1 scoop plant-based protein powder (pea or hemp, 30g protein) 12 oz water or unsweetened almond milk 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional for fiber) ~200 cal, 30g protein, 5g fat, 5g carbs Lunch: Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowl 6 oz grilled chicken breast (seasoned with garlic, paprika, salt) 2 cups steamed broccoli with lemon juice ½ cup cooked quinoa 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking/drizzling ~500 cal, 45g protein, 20g fat, 25g carbs Snack: Hard-Boiled Eggs & Spinach 2 large hard-boiled eggs 1 cup raw spinach with balsamic vinegar ~150 cal, 12g protein, 10g fat, 2g carbs Dinner: Baked Salmon with Asparagus 6 oz baked salmon (seasoned with dill, lemon, pepper) 1.5 cups roasted asparagus 1 medium sweet potato (4 oz, mashed with cinnamon) ~550 cal, 40g protein, 20g fat, 30g carbs Total: ~1400–1500 cal, 127g protein, 55g fat, 62g carbs Tuesday Breakfast: Protein Shake Same as Monday ~200 cal, 30g protein, 5g fat, 5g carbs Lunch: Turkey & Kale Salad 6 oz ground turkey (sautéed with cumin, chili powder) 2 cups kale, massaged with 1 tbsp olive oil and lemon juice ¼ avocado, sliced 10 cherry tomatoes ~450 cal, 40g protein, 25g fat, 10g carbs Snack: Almonds & Green Beans 1 oz raw almonds 1 cup steamed green beans with sea salt ~200 cal, 6g protein, 15g fat, 8g carbs Dinner: Beef Stir-Fry with Zucchini 5 oz lean beef sirloin strips 2 cups zucchini noodles (spiralized) 1 cup sliced bell peppers 1 tbsp coconut aminos (sugar-free soy sauce alternative) 1 tsp sesame oil for cooking ~400 cal, 35g protein, 15g fat, 10g carbs Total: ~1250–1350 cal, 111g protein, 60g fat, 33g carbs Wednesday Breakfast: Protein Shake Same as Monday ~200 cal, 30g protein, 5g fat, 5g carbs Lunch: Tuna & Spinach Wrap 5 oz canned tuna (in water, drained) 2 cups spinach 1 low-carb wrap (e.g., almond flour-based, ~5g carbs) 1 tbsp mustard (no sugar added) ½ cucumber, sliced ~350 cal, 35g protein, 10g fat, 10g carbs Snack: Beef Jerky & Broccoli 1 oz sugar-free beef jerky 1 cup raw broccoli florets with lemon juice ~150 cal, 12g protein, 5g fat, 5g carbs Dinner: Grilled Pork & Green Bean Skillet 6 oz pork tenderloin (grilled, seasoned with rosemary) 2 cups steamed green beans ½ cup roasted butternut squash (low-carb alternative to potatoes) 1 tbsp avocado oil ~500 cal, 40g protein, 20g fat, 20g carbs Total: ~1200–1300 cal, 117g protein, 40g fat, 40g carbs Thursday Breakfast: Protein Shake Same as Monday ~200 cal, 30g protein, 5g fat, 5g carbs Lunch: Chicken & Asparagus Stir-Fry 6 oz chicken thigh (skinless, sautéed) 1.5 cups asparagus spears 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 tbsp coconut aminos 1 tsp olive oil ~400 cal, 40g protein, 15g fat, 10g carbs Snack: Pumpkin Seeds & Kale Chips 1 oz roasted pumpkin seeds (unsalted) 1 cup baked kale chips (seasoned with garlic powder) ~200 cal, 8g protein, 15g fat, 5g carbs Dinner: Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini 6 oz ground turkey meatballs (baked, seasoned with parsley, garlic) 2 cups zucchini noodles with 1 tbsp olive oil ½ cup marinara sauce (no sugar added) ~450 cal, 35g protein, 20g fat, 10g carbs Total: ~1250–1350 cal, 113g protein, 55g fat, 30g carbs Friday Breakfast: Protein Shake Same as Monday ~200 cal, 30g protein, 5g fat, 5g carbs Lunch: Salmon & Broccoli Salad 5 oz canned salmon (drained) 2 cups steamed broccoli 1 cup mixed greens (spinach, arugula) 1 tbsp olive oil + balsamic vinegar dressing ~400 cal, 35g protein, 20g fat, 8g carbs Snack: Hard-Boiled Eggs & Cucumber 2 large hard-boiled eggs 1 cup sliced cucumber with chili powder ~150 cal, 12g protein, 10g fat, 3g carbs Dinner: Beef & Kale Bowl 5 oz grilled flank steak 2 cups sautéed kale (with garlic, 1 tsp olive oil) ½ cup cooked wild rice ~500 cal, 40g protein, 15g fat, 20g carbs Total: ~1250–1350 cal, 117g protein, 50g fat, 36g carbs Saturday Breakfast: Protein Shake Same as Monday ~200 cal, 30g protein, 5g fat, 5g carbs Lunch: Shrimp & Green Bean Salad 6 oz grilled shrimp 1.5 cups steamed green beans 1 cup spinach 1 tbsp avocado oil + lemon juice dressing ~350 cal, 35g protein, 15g fat, 8g carbs Snack: Almonds & Zucchini Sticks 1 oz raw almonds 1 cup raw zucchini sticks with sea salt ~200 cal, 6g protein, 15g fat, 5g carbs Dinner: Chicken & Brussels Sprouts 6 oz baked chicken breast (seasoned with thyme) 1.5 cups roasted Brussels sprouts (substitute for green veggies) ½ cup quinoa ~500 cal, 45g protein, 15g fat, 25g carbs Total: ~1250–1350 cal, 116g protein, 50g fat, 43g carbs Sunday Breakfast: Protein Shake Same as Monday ~200 cal, 30g protein, 5g fat, 5g carbs Lunch: Pork & Spinach Stir-Fry 5 oz pork loin (sautéed) 2 cups spinach 1 cup sliced green bell peppers 1 tbsp coconut aminos 1 tsp sesame oil ~400 cal, 35g protein, 15g fat, 8g carbs Snack: Beef Jerky & Asparagus 1 oz sugar-free beef jerky 1 cup steamed asparagus with lemon juice ~150 cal, 12g protein, 5g fat, 5g carbs Dinner: Salmon & Broccoli Skillet 6 oz grilled salmon 2 cups steamed broccoli ½ cup roasted sweet potato 1 tbsp olive oil ~550 cal, 40g protein, 20g fat, 25g carbs Total: ~1300–1400 cal, 117g protein, 45g fat, 43g carbs Nutritional Notes Protein: ~110–127g/day, slightly below target (160–220g) to keep calories in deficit. Supplement with additional shake or protein (e.g., 3rd egg) if needed. Calories: ~1200–1500 cal/day, lower than target to ensure deficit. Add 1–2 snacks (e.g., 1 oz nuts, ~150 cal) or increase carb portions (e.g., 1 cup quinoa) to reach 1800–2200 cal if active. Green Vegetables: Featured in every meal (broccoli, spinach, kale, zucchini, green beans, asparagus). Carbs: Kept low (~30–60g/day) with quinoa, sweet potato, wild rice to avoid sugar spikes. Fats: Moderate (~40–60g/day) from olive oil, avocado, nuts for satiety. Prep Tips: Batch-cook proteins (chicken, salmon) and vegetables on Sunday/Wednesday. Store in airtight containers. Hydration: 2–3L water daily; unsweetened green tea allowed. Adjustments Hunger: If hungry, add 1 cup green vegetables or 1 oz protein (e.g., turkey) per meal. Activity: If lifting 5–6x/week, increase carbs (e.g., 1 cup quinoa) on workout days. Progress: Track weight weekly. Aim for 0.5–1 lb loss/week. If no loss after 2 weeks, reduce carbs by 10–20g/day or consult a dietitian.
  11. I don't think I have ordered a soda at a restaurant that was not a fast food place (which I do maybe a handful of times a year -- usually road trips) since college. Don't like the taste of sodas unless in a can or bottle. I order mostly water or unsweet tea. At a bar, I will get a Topo with lime.
  12. HIs recruiting profile says he is 168. I am betting the cops did not weigh the guy. Probably an old weight from when he got his license or permit at 15 or 16. My weight on my conceal carry license is 50 pounds off.
  13. The Stanford pass rusher visited. Double Eagle money and less competition for PT prevailed.
  14. My main nutrition vice is Diet Dr. Pepper. Don't care. I am not stopping. A man has to have a vice or two. Still drink plenty of water.
  15. We have absolutely nothing that suggests Karmelo Anthony had a reasonable fear that his life was in danger or a reasonable fear that he needed to use deadly force to prevent him from suffering a serious bodily injury.
  16. He reminded me of chance mock against Washington state.
  17. I’ve always slept well. About four summers ago I had a fistula on my ass. Side effect was it was it was pressing on my prostate. And I could legit not pee. I was in so much pain I from my bladder being full I almost passed out. It was middle of night. My wife couldn’t drive me because kids were too young to be home alone at night. My parents were out of town. So I drove to the Methodist urgent care nearby. I fainted and almost broke my arm from falling when I walked in door (my potassium level was like zero). They put a catheter in me and the relief was like nothing I’ve ever felt. I think I pissed out like three liters of urine. I went home with the catheter in. The problem was I couldn’t sleep. It felt like I was constantly dribbling pee due to catheter so any time I was close to dozing off I’d wake. I went four nights with no sleep. I was literally going insane from sleep deprivation. The weirdest shit was going through my mind due to no sleep. Like math equations I had no idea what they meant. I’ve never do e hallucinogens but it must have been what it was like. Im a great sleeper. Can’t imagine what it would be like to have a sleep disorder. But I had a small taste and wanted to die.
  18. This sounds like legit disabilities to me. Don’t think that much of the advice here applies to you or that you choose to be disabled. Sincerely wish you well.
  19. Maybe. But he will be 21 when season starts. He should be a senior. Or RS junior. I just wasn’t impressed. Usually a qb that’s young will make mistakes and make some plays. He did not make plays. He was bad.
  20. There is a less than zero percent chance he puts up better numbers than Nico. Would be embarrassing for everyone but Tenn if that happens. He has to cut down on pics. But he seems to me to be in a better position to make plays than Nico. Nico barely made any plays in the games I watched. He looked like warmed over dogshit despite playing in a simple system that is QB friendly.
  21. Access to information is so much better now. Just about everyone has a powerful computer in their pocket that allows access to all the information you need at no cost. You can easily track what you need with free apps. Some will do a pretty decent estimate with a photo of your food. You don’t have to listen to bad government food pyramids that are carb heavy. Many places list calories on menus. That didn’t exist until pretty recently. Yet people keep getting fatter and fatter. Not just here but all over the world. People need to take responsibility for their own health. The teens I sponsor down in Haiti are broke as shit. They eat mostly rice and beans. They walk a lot. They have to just to get water for the house, making multiple trips to the well with their 5 gallon buckets for household needs. They don’t have access to the information the average poor American does. Yet they are fit and could walk from one place be it the island to the other. Amazingly, they somehow manage to not look like slobs when they dress despite not having a washing machine or dryer. Because they take pride in their appearance.
  22. Exercise helps. Especially weights or resistance training. But it’s 90 percent diet for most of us.
  23. They should have used Dirk Diggler’s You’ve Got the Touch instead or Alabama’s
  24. Yep. When I ate in a deficit to lose weight I wasn’t hungry. Because I ate nothing but protein and veggies. Literally that was it. Chicken. Eggs. Elk. Bison. Venison. Protein shakes. And all the green veggies I could handle eating. Nothing else for three months other than one slice of pizza when I was in Aspen for my birthday. Weight just fell off. Why? Because protein fills you up. 200 calories of chicken or elk is a lot more filling than 200 calories of Mountain Dew or Oreos. I wasn’t ever hungry and I was in Montana for most of those three months hiking up the top of a mountain first thing every day and doing all sorts of active shit — walking, hiking, biking, jogging, swimming, slalom skiing, fishing, etc. You want to lose weight? Cut out everything but lean proteins and veggies. Almost impossible to bust your calorie budget doing that. Was for me at least. Pretty sure I was in ketosis for months.
  25. People were thinner when they had less money to spend or at least chose not to eat out like people do now. It is much easier to eat healthy when you cook your own meals and portion your own plates. Step one for poor people would be to stop drinking calories. Just doing that will cut a ton of calories. And save them money. Guarantee you poor people consume more sugary drinks than people with money.
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