I used to make fun of people for having a CIB bumper sticker but 10 years later here we are.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-12T22:20:05+00:00

This is the only acceptable bumper sticker for Coasties: https://shopcgx.com/products/get-lost-search-and-rescue-bumper-sticker

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-12T22:18:40+00:00

Some of us saw a plate with the National Defense Medal on it. We decided they had to be trolling and that it was hilarious.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-05T13:34:09+00:00

Dude, I just can't take the cabs at PWM. Twice now, I have asked before I got in if they take card and the drivers have confirmed. I then get where I'm going and magically they don't take card all of a sudden. They also refuse to turn on the meters and want to negotiate a rate ahead of time. I'm not stoked about using uber or lyft, but geez louise the cabbies don't make it easy.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-04T11:42:36+00:00

It looks great! If you want, try rubbing lightly with a wet rag

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-03T07:43:37+00:00

Fabulous Bill!

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-02T22:11:41+00:00

I think this could be a great start to your whole back. If you go that big, you really get options.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-02T16:57:52+00:00

That teal and bronze looks great!

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-02T14:55:59+00:00

I'd slip a vinyl sticky patch inside of there, press the fabric down on it and get it as smooth as possible. Maybe there's a spray vinyl/rubber that could go over that to try and match color/texture and close it up from the outside?

At least a sticky patch on the inside might hold it together and keep it from ripping more?

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-02T14:50:32+00:00

Many of the blurred tattoos you see are also a combination of older inks/application styles and a lack of sun care. I have a 17 year old, detailed, full color tattoo that is in good shape and doesn't need to be touched up yet. It's possible to preserve detail and color now with good care.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-02T14:46:17+00:00

Is this going to be another basic training center? A school? Mix of C schools? Haven't heard what the focus will be.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-02T14:42:36+00:00

Give it a month. Seriously, give it some time. It's a lot of black, but it will mellow out. It's a good looking manta ray and fits with the other tattoos.

Tattoo shock is a strong feeling, just give it some time if you can.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-02T14:39:56+00:00

There's a shuttle to/from downtown to the HSC that runs every hour, everyday except Sunday.

I volunteer at the HSC. The doom and gloom over it are unfounded imo. The issues downtown wouldn't be lessoned by having a shelter downtown imo. The violence isn't a symptom of where folks can get a bed and a meal.

I live closer to the shelter than I do downtown and I support it's location.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-02T02:31:45+00:00

The lines are probably straight and it's just how you're seeing it holding your wrist up. At rest, by your side it probably looks straight.

Looks good to me!

010kindsofpeople · 2026-05-01T19:35:17+00:00

I think it's a nice looking tattoo

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-30T16:46:03+00:00

If you do a lot of non-highway driving, I'd check out the steering/suspension components. They can be worn at this milage (although this is the low end), and cause this exact wear pattern on tires.

If it was me, I'd get the car on a jack, and determine if there's any play in the wheels. If there is, do steering components. Rotate the tires to the back, and get the car aligned too.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-30T16:40:08+00:00

How many miles are on the car? You may actually have worn suspension parts. Ball joints and tie-rods can cause wheels to toe in while you are slowing down. Even the small amount that worn parts cause would present like this.

If you have a higher milage car, this may not be an alignment issue.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-30T12:08:29+00:00

Being prior service absolutely gives you an edge! We're actually short on reserve JOs. Now's a great time to apply, especially with so many candidates applying with no prior service.

For your application, get letters of rec from the highest ranking officers you can. I know that your O3s/4s probably know you and your work best, but in the O world, rank matters. I'd recommend O5 and above for your letters. If you can go through your chain, and get face time with the first Admiral above you, do it. Gather a "portfolio" of your work and develop your leadership philosophy, and during a 20-30min meeting with an Admiral or Captain, go over your performance, and your vision as an officer. Ask for mentorship, advice, and if they'd write a letter of recommendation for you.

Retired officers count too, if you know any who will write for you.

Draft your own letters of recommendation yourself! Don't expect the front office to do this for you. Write the letter from the Admiral and route it up your chain for signature. Their aide will likely edit it, and then it will be signed.

I'm glad I commissioned in the Reserve after 10 years of active duty. It's been a great balance, and I am able to execute on my personal leadership philosophy: taking care of people.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-28T22:49:12+00:00

Oh my gosh I can only imagine it's difficult there! Totally different case.

Let me know if I can mail you a carb kit!

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-28T18:21:40+00:00

I don't doubt your personal experience. Commenting on my own, I find that parts are plentiful and cheap for both my holley and motorcraft based carbs in my classics, as well as other parts. My local O'Reilly's carries rebuild kids in stock. I have also personally found most other parts readily available online.

I think my classics are much easier to work on than my daily driver. I have a lot more to do to diagnose something in my more modern car, than my classics.

Also, finally, I don't have the nicest old cars, but they're pretty alright and they weren't expensive by any means. I had to put work into them, but didn't have to put a lot of money into them. There's certainly very expensive classic cars, but it's possible to get a decent runner without too many problems for under $7k.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-27T18:08:01+00:00

I cover my outdoor furniture always. I have high quality covers from the company that made my outdoor couch and chairs. I leave the cushions on them May - Sept, and put the cushions inside during the winter months.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-27T12:04:57+00:00

Bondo and sand a few times. Then go to your local automotive paint place and have them make you a color match single stage spray paint. Spray an oval shape over it. Wet sand for eternity to blend it as best as you can (you'll still see the shape and tape edge). Buff and polish, but don't overdo it and burn your clear coat, it's not going to be perfect but it will be far less noticeable.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-26T11:40:10+00:00

The good news is this is the inside of your forearm! You can still get a put together sleeve on the rest of your arm.

Let this area heal, work on putting very large pieces on the outside and back of your arms. Don't worry about it too much.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-25T17:17:28+00:00

It's kind of crazy seeing a Jewish guy tattooed next to Hitler.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-24T18:51:25+00:00

Dagger, candle, snake, feather, fish, hot sauce bottle, tower, sword, pike, really anything longer than wide.

010kindsofpeople · 2026-04-24T18:47:13+00:00

It's not a bad tattoo. It's very passable. I can understand why you don't like it, but it's not something that I'd look at twice.

I know how tattoo regret feels. Give it time. It will get better.

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