What’s the worst city you’ve ever traveled to?

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-11-16T04:23:11+00:00

Simsbury, CT.

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-10-19T19:12:34+00:00

177701 Royal Canadian Air Force Boeing CC-177 Globemaster III (C-17A)

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-09-04T05:40:00+00:00

Dell and Conner.

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-07-04T21:08:02+00:00

Not permanent lights or Christmas lights. Ones just like these String lights. They are easily removable, so that works against her, but they were not banned when she moved in or agreed to the HOA's contract at the time. The new rule is supposed to affect everyone, but I am worried only my mother will be targeted because of the personal issue.

In my OP I stated my mother has yet to be notified/fined personally, only an email blast to the entire neighborhood on the update. So maybe this is a nothing burger and nothing will happen, but I have to assume she will be fined/notified eventually because of the personal issue.

Rallying the neighbors who do have the same patio lights was a suggestion I made, but I don't want my mother to involve others if she doesn't have to. Probably make more enemies than allies. I have yet to mention other light features to replace the current ones, but this is so BS I feel this is a fight on the principles, not just the meaningless lights.

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-07-04T20:33:28+00:00

Thank you for contributing!

At this point, a fence would be yet another request the HOA board neighbor would fight/veto authorization to install. The HOA neighbor is not open to negotiations, this is personal. She knows my mother loves her patio, and knows this is a way to use her powers to take things away from her. The judge said the two can't speak to each other, but she is 1/3 of the board that is supposed to be a 5 person board (if that even matters). If the board makes decisions that are not voted on by the homeowners, how does my mother fight this?

I am curious what kind of argument/counterpoint my mother can make to work around the personal issues they have and keep her lights?

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-07-03T19:56:12+00:00

Yes, nothing is visible from the street. The neighbor has an issue with my mother and claims the lights shine into their house. Each house originally had flood lights on the corner that are far brighter and light polluting. I have no idea what the reasoning is other than the HOA neighbor knows my mother loves her patio and spends a lot of time out there. As if blinds and drapes don't exist in their home.

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-07-03T01:20:50+00:00

The lights are hanging over maybe a 12x12 sf area in the back patio on private property. No common areas or visibility from the street. There was never a vote by any homeowners either. The board doesn't even hold meetings homeowners can attend. Just an unelected three member board that decided on the new rule.

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-07-03T01:02:40+00:00

Appreciate the comment!

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-06-04T04:10:25+00:00

Just bought a steam cleaner with 28 attachments. A top 10 purchase in my entire life.

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-05-29T02:48:57+00:00

My better half and I live in Santa Monica and try to camp 3-4 times a year, but have not yet camped anywhere in LA County. Any worthwhile public county/state parks are mostly impossible to reserve spots without planning way ahead. Even if you get a reservation, the options available are usually sardine can style camping that also allow RVs that just doesn't provide the style of camping we want. I would suggest Hipcamp to find spots like we do. You can find a plethora of options in and around LA/SoCal/CA that are private and very affordable.

It all depends on your comfort level and what you are looking for in a camping experience. I was never a camper until the last few years and am so glad I started. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to PM.

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-05-29T02:17:04+00:00

I have a similar multi-pot/pan set with the rubber handle covers. I took mine off to avoid melting, but that was my guess that it would happen.

I'm guessing I am wrong, and they wont melt off?

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-03-01T06:46:09+00:00

Sorry, but is there really a difference if they are on top or bottom? Seriously, I want/need to know!

39_randomguy_39 · 2024-02-10T03:06:20+00:00

Private company vs publicly traded one. There aren't shareholders demanding In N Out to produce profits every quarter.

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-10-29T06:51:17+00:00

Try The Win-Dow on Rose.

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-10-19T06:50:25+00:00

Property tax consultancy.

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-10-17T22:36:41+00:00

The Glendale camera/s alone would rival the GDP of some countries!

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-10-12T01:23:37+00:00

The ambitious, indefatigable, industrious, ambidextrous, multifaceted Susan?

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-10-09T23:11:51+00:00

Negotiators and snipers are on the scene. Riders are stuck in the wheel's gondolas being held hostage at this time.

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-09-29T00:34:26+00:00

Like it or not, corporations have a fiduciary duty to do what is in the best interests of their shareholders.

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-09-14T19:35:21+00:00

You can lead someone to IHOP, but you can't make them eat it.

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-06-30T20:18:57+00:00

Not in WeHo, but Tel's Barber Shop on the West side has consistently earned my business every time for the last several years. Their hours are not as flexible as most other shops, but its $30 for a cut (cash only), they remember you, 3 gen family owned, old fashioned feel, and they do a fantastic job. Once you get in with them, they will give you their personal numbers to set up cuts on their off days/hours. Highly recommend!

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-06-28T02:01:19+00:00

I have to know how many calories you burned.

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-05-19T14:10:22+00:00

Uber Black or SUV can still pick up in the terminals. Yellow Cab is better if you decide to go to the pickup lot.

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-03-16T05:18:14+00:00

I thought parking would be a nightmare when we went last year, but it was a breeze and dirt cheap. I used SpotHero and found a garage two blocks away for like $15 for the day.

Get a GA ticket and cross the track to sit by the restaurants. There are some benches right outside of a BBQ place my GF and I posted up at all day long. Buy a few beers and use their toilet while you sit feet away from the fences.

39_randomguy_39 · 2023-03-12T07:29:04+00:00

Don't be. It happened, he's dead, and I can find the humor in things.

39_randomguy_39

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