OT - NO POLITICS April edition - RIP Gordon Lightfoot

[EverettMike]

I wish they'd take gift cards. I have a bunch from our wedding and I'm trying to spend them but the website is impossible.

Go to the one at Assembly tonight and use them all up ASAP. Even if you just get stuff that will make good gifts in the future, don't get stuck with gift cards.

 

[Kate08]

Go to the one at Assembly tonight and use them all up ASAP. Even if you just get stuff that will make good gifts in the future, don't get stuck with gift cards.

I know, I need to just go there. But it's so....people-y.

 

[Alicat]

I wish they'd take gift cards. I have a bunch from our wedding and I'm trying to spend them but the website is impossible.

That would be great if stores would step up and take the cards. My sister has a few cards for buy, buy baby that she just got 2 weeks ago before this all went down.

My mom is going to help her spend them online.

 

[Kovi]

Don't do it. I find myself avoiding peopley places more and more

 

[McGarnagle]

We had like $300 in BBB giftcards we had to use this year. Most of it we used when the local stores started closing down, but we used the last $40 we had left on Sunday after they announced bankruptcy.

Also, don't believe the Store Closing everything 25% off sale bullshit - they're inflating the base prices of everything so that the blanket 25% off everything isn't actually a deal at all. Noticed that when going to multiple locations in one day (one closing, the other remaining open at that time - advertised prices were different.)

It's a business model that got beat by Amazon, and their prices were not competitive which killed them in the end, but I will miss Bed Bath and Beyond. I have fond memories of walking around their stores and seeing all the kitchen gadgets and whatnot.

The other thing is that once they announce their store closing sales, by the time you get there everything good will be gone anyway. If the sale starts on Wednesday, by the time Saturday comes around it's just going to be marked-down Christmas decorations.

 

[Kate08]

A week from right now I will be enjoying one of the first of many seaside beverages in Cancun.

 

[Bruinaura]

@Bruinaura how are you?

I've had better months.

Last night I think it finally hit me about both my mom and Daisy. And walking into the apartment after work and not seeing Daisy, and all the lights being off (I used to leave the kitchen light on for her since that's where her food and water was) was just depressing.

And I still have stuff of mom's that I brought back with me sitting out, waiting for me to sort through. Everywhere I look I'm reminded of both of them because I haven't had any time to do stuff since I got back, and work has been super busy, and I just want to go to bed and stay there for a month.

I have friends at work and at church, and virtually here, and everyone has been great. But it's still hard.

And now, because I use humor as my coping method....

 

[Kate08]

I've had better months.

Last night I think it finally hit me about both my mom and Daisy. And walking into the apartment after work and not seeing Daisy, and all the lights being off (I used to leave the kitchen light on for her since that's where her food and water was) was just depressing.

And I still have stuff of mom's that I brought back with me sitting out, waiting for me to sort through. Everywhere I look I'm reminded of both of them because I haven't had any time to do stuff since I got back, and work has been super busy, and I just want to go to bed and stay there for a month.

I have friends at work and at church, and virtually here, and everyone has been great. But it's still hard.

And now, because I use humor as my coping method....

You’ve had a rough run. Sending you comfort and strength!

 

[Kovi]

I've had better months.

Last night I think it finally hit me about both my mom and Daisy. And walking into the apartment after work and not seeing Daisy, and all the lights being off (I used to leave the kitchen light on for her since that's where her food and water was) was just depressing.

And I still have stuff of mom's that I brought back with me sitting out, waiting for me to sort through. Everywhere I look I'm reminded of both of them because I haven't had any time to do stuff since I got back, and work has been super busy, and I just want to go to bed and stay there for a month.

I have friends at work and at church, and virtually here, and everyone has been great. But it's still hard.

And now, because I use humor as my coping method....

It IS hard. and If going to bed seems right, then go for it. You are holding a lot of heavy.
Be gentle with yourself. <3

 

[caz16]

I've had better months.

Last night I think it finally hit me about both my mom and Daisy. And walking into the apartment after work and not seeing Daisy, and all the lights being off (I used to leave the kitchen light on for her since that's where her food and water was) was just depressing.

And I still have stuff of mom's that I brought back with me sitting out, waiting for me to sort through. Everywhere I look I'm reminded of both of them because I haven't had any time to do stuff since I got back, and work has been super busy, and I just want to go to bed and stay there for a month.

I have friends at work and at church, and virtually here, and everyone has been great. But it's still hard.

And now, because I use humor as my coping method....

I can relate so much to this having lost both parents within 7 months and under very tragic circumstances. It is so painful, and I can only say to you, take it one day at a time and that the roller coaster of emotions are normal. It will hurt for a long time but lean on people as much as you can and reach out for support whenever you need to. Take care and I am thinking of you, sending positive thoughts and healing.

 

[Fenway]

I had to have Daisy put to sleep today.

My heart is in a bazillion pieces.

Hug your puppies.

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@Bruinaura

Daisy was a valued member of HF Bruins - we all loved her

 

[Fenway]

There’s no question Jerry Springer, who died Thursday at 79, was a force in popular culture. He was a contestant on “Dancing with the Stars.” He made guest appearances on “Roseanne,” “The X-Files,” and “Married… With Children.” He was the subject of a British musical titled “Jerry Springer: The Opera.” He even performed on Broadway, doing a stint as lawyer/flim-flam man Billy Flynn in “Chicago.”

One of his most memorable moments was the cameo as himself he made in “Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me” (1999). Dr. Evil (Mike Myers) and his son Scott (Seth Green) are appearing on a segment titled “My father is evil and wants to take over the world!” Needless to say, the show devolves into an all-out brawl, with Springer biting Dr. Evil on the leg.



Say this for Springer: He may have been a force for toxicity and chaos, but he was self-aware. The New York Times reported that in 2008, when Springer was asked to give the commencement address at Northwestern, some students were opposed.

“To the students who invited me — thank you,” Springer said during his speech. “I am honored. To the students who object to my presence — well, you’ve got a point. I, too, would’ve chosen someone else.”

“I’ve been lucky enough to enjoy a comfortable measure of success in my various careers,” he added, “but let’s be honest, I’ve been virtually everything you can’t respect: a lawyer, a mayor, a major-market news anchor, and a talk-show host. Pray for me. If I get to heaven, we’re all going.”

 

[Kovi]

Both of our desert willows bloomed today. Pretty little gentle thing.

 

[Bruinswillwin77]

I want pizza.

 

[TD Charlie]

Electrical guys and gals. Question

I have a 12v dc mini fan with a .12 amp draw. I am powering it with a 9v battery at the moment. It works, meaning the fan spins

So my questions
how hot is this battery going to get? It’s mounted inside a mask that is maybe 3/4 inch from my cheek. I assume the battery lasts a couple hours of run time max, which is ok.

If I’m able to find space to mount a pair of 1.2v AA batts and add them in line with the 9v, will that extra juice make enough difference in fan output, and will it prevent batts from melting my face off?

 

[Terrier]

i havent been to subway in a while. but when the F! did a 6 inch sub chipa and a small fountain drink become $16 frickin bucks??

I like Subway, in particular the spicy Italian, but I only go when I get my hands on a coupon(i.e., three footlongs for $17.99). My last fast food visit was a few weeks ago to Burger King on Brighton Ave.(I was headed to a game at Warrior), three double cheeseburgers at $2.79 each, not bad these days.

 

[DarrenBanks56]

I like Subway, in particular the spicy Italian, but I only go when I get my hands on a coupon(i.e., three footlongs for $17.99). My last fast food visit was a few weeks ago to Burger King on Brighton Ave.(I was headed to a game at Warrior), three double cheeseburgers at $2.79 each, not bad these days.

everything is just so fricken expensive.
i went to 5guys with my daughter.
2 cheeseburgers large fry(filled the huge bag bu the way. best fries ever) milkshake and powerade.
came to frighin $32 bucks!!

 

[McGarnagle]

everything is just so fricken expensive.
i went to 5guys with my daughter.
2 cheeseburgers large fry(filled the huge bag bu the way. best fries ever) milkshake and powerade.
came to frighin $32 bucks!!

I love Five Guys but I haven't been there in about 5 years because it's irrationally expensive. Just a Bacon Cheeseburger, fries, and drink would be like $18 nowadays. Absurd. I can accept an $8 meal at a fast food place every once in a while, but when we get over $11 or $12, I won't even touch it unless I have a gift card.

The places that still have $5 meals (Taco Bell, Del Taco, Burger King, Wendys) are the places I wind up going to the most. Even McDonald's is getting out of control now and the app that used to have great coupons has really shitty ones I'd never use now.

 

[Kovi]

I want pizza.

Getting BBQ tonight for my delayed birthday celebration. (I've been working weekends, teaching). Pizza was option 2.

Why y'all not going to In and Out?

Oh, wait....

 

[Kate08]

Electrical guys and gals. Question

I have a 12v dc mini fan with a .12 amp draw. I am powering it with a 9v battery at the moment. It works, meaning the fan spins

So my questions
how hot is this battery going to get? It’s mounted inside a mask that is maybe 3/4 inch from my cheek. I assume the battery lasts a couple hours of run time max, which is ok.

If I’m able to find space to mount a pair of 1.2v AA batts and add them in line with the 9v, will that extra juice make enough difference in fan output, and will it prevent batts from melting my face off?

I have absolutely no idea, but I appreciate the gender inclusivity here.

 

[TD Charlie]

I love Five Guys but I haven't been there in about 5 years because it's irrationally expensive. Just a Bacon Cheeseburger, fries, and drink would be like $18 nowadays. Absurd. I can accept an $8 meal at a fast food place every once in a while, but when we get over $11 or $12, I won't even touch it unless I have a gift card.

The places that still have $5 meals (Taco Bell, Del Taco, Burger King, Wendys) are the places I wind up going to the most. Even McDonald's is getting out of control now and the app that used to have great coupons has really shitty ones I'd never use now.

I got Taco Bell earlier this week and the $5 crunch wrap box is now $6.50. It’s still a pretty good deal, but that buck fifty gave me pause

Wendy’s still has the $5 bag I believe. Some of them still have the 4 for $4, and they just rolled out a $6 version as well. Oddly enough, a few years ago all of those variants were options in the 4 for $4.

Seems like if you can achieve fullness for under $10 now it’s “cheap”

 

[McGarnagle]

I got Taco Bell earlier this week and the $5 crunch wrap box is now $6.50. It’s still a pretty good deal, but that buck fifty gave me pause

Wendy’s still has the $5 bag I believe. Some of them still have the 4 for $4, and they just rolled out a $6 version as well. Oddly enough, a few years ago all of those variants were options in the 4 for $4.

Seems like if you can achieve fullness for under $10 now it’s “cheap”

I've found it depends on the location, different franchisees are greedier than others. The Taco Bell down the street from work has the $5 box at $6, the one about 10 minutes away is $5 so I drive there to pick up lunch. Wendy's usually has the 4 for $5 now, but are cheaping out by moving options to the $6 biggie bag

What always kills me is when the app will send me a notification like "free crunchwrap with $15 purchase". Like, if I've already bought $15 worth of Taco Bell, I'd be too full for the crunchwrap. I suppose it's for families or whatever, but when you're just out eating for yourself, the deals aren't what they used to be.

From around 2013 to 2017 or so they used to have their meal deals where you could get a beefy fritos burrito or chicken burrito, small bag of doritos, and medium soda for about $3.50. I would crush those. Or if it was between 2-5 PM you'd get your happy hour dollar drink and then a burrito off the dollar menu. now the deals are gone and the dollar menu items are like $2.50 each. The good old days are gone.

 

[Kate08]

Best deal around is a slice and a soda from the Costco food court. Their rotisserie chickens are also a great buy.

 

[TD Charlie]

I've found it depends on the location, different franchisees are greedier than others. The Taco Bell down the street from work has the $5 box at $6, the one about 10 minutes away is $5 so I drive there to pick up lunch. Wendy's usually has the 4 for $5 now, but are cheaping out by moving options to the $6 biggie bag

What always kills me is when the app will send me a notification like "free crunchwrap with $15 purchase". Like, if I've already bought $15 worth of Taco Bell, I'd be too full for the crunchwrap. I suppose it's for families or whatever, but when you're just out eating for yourself, the deals aren't what they used to be.

From around 2013 to 2017 or so they used to have their meal deals where you could get a beefy fritos burrito or chicken burrito, small bag of doritos, and medium soda for about $3.50. I would crush those. Or if it was between 2-5 PM you'd get your happy hour dollar drink and then a burrito off the dollar menu. now the deals are gone and the dollar menu items are like $2.50 each. The good old days are gone.

Yeah, it's tough to be full and get the emergency bathroom break for cheap now. There was a KenTaco Hut just outside my college campus, they recently got rid of the Hut. I used to destroy fried chicken, biscuits and cheap tacos, then roll myself to class and barely make it home to use the bathroom. I wanna say they had a 2 piece (it may have even been 3) with side and a biscuit for $3, then add a few dirt cheap tacos and I'm good to go. I'd already have my own water bottle so drink wasn't a concern.

I get free stuff on the TB app every now and then, but the only deal I ever use is a free taco. Anything else is just overkill once you add it all up like you said.

 

[Glove Malfunction]

I like Subway, in particular the spicy Italian, but I only go when I get my hands on a coupon(i.e., three footlongs for $17.99). My last fast food visit was a few weeks ago to Burger King on Brighton Ave.(I was headed to a game at Warrior), three double cheeseburgers at $2.79 each, not bad these days.

I remember when: A. I could actually finish three double cheeseburgers, and B. I could eat them, fires, and more, and not gain like eight pounds. Getting old sucks.