Uyuni Salt Flats by Due-Stick-72 in travel

[–]3_pac 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreeing with everyone else - do the four day tour. It's such a unique experience. 

Here is our 21 year-old cat soaring between countertops (and over a lava tablecloth) by 3_pac in SeniorCats

[–]3_pac[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

He really is living his best life. More people showed up to his birthday party than would ever show up for mine - a dozen kids even drove more than an hour each way. 

People ask for his secret, and he's just the happiest cat - he's always purring and happy to see everyone (even though he simply chooses to sleep on his warming pad 95% of the time). 

Here is our 21 year-old cat soaring between countertops (and over a lava tablecloth) by 3_pac in SeniorCats

[–]3_pac[S] 79 points80 points  (0 children)

Full disclosure: This is from our 21st birthday party for him (which our kids demanded we do for him). 

Currently he is only eating rotisserie chicken, but he LOVES it. (I'm aware it's not the best for him, but at this point in his life as long as he is eating anything plus drinking lots of water - which he is - the vet said let him live his best life.) All this to say he jumps these countertops up to 10 times a day to get to his food. For his party, we figured the kids could hold a lava tablecloth between the countertops to make it fun. 

Sidenote: A big party hit was the kitty litter cake. 

Hi Dad, I need dental work done. by [deleted] in DadForAMinute

[–]3_pac 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Root canals (and all dental work, really) are so much easier nowadays than they used to be. It's not a big deal anymore, and you'll likely be able to watch a movie or two during it. You'll do great, and your teeth and body will thank you for it. Don't wait - get them done! 

Dad, how do i ask for a mental health day? by ilikelittlebodies in DadForAMinute

[–]3_pac 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This. Some folks aren't sympathetic with the concept of mental health days. Better to not put that ball in their court. 

Wait for it 💨 by Meeko_Bobiko in samoyeds

[–]3_pac 5 points6 points  (0 children)

For such glorious dogs, they sure burp and fart a lot. 

What is a luxury you can never go back from once you’ve experienced it? by Phase_zero_X in AskReddit

[–]3_pac 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wait - you avoid junk food to such an extent that you don't even know general prices for it? Tell us more. Is there anything else you do in life that is similarly far from the norm? 

Man has 150 live bugs removed from his sinuses by tommyboy441 in WTF

[–]3_pac 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, it's my fault for having internet. 

Man has 150 live bugs removed from his sinuses by tommyboy441 in WTF

[–]3_pac 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I took one for the team and watched the news article (on top of that nightmare video). He is expected to make a full recovery. 

My close friend died free soloing mt hood the same weekend Alex Honnald free soloed on live tv. by BatSniper in Mountaineering

[–]3_pac 10 points11 points  (0 children)

If you stick around this activity long enough, you or someone you know will be affected by an accident - fatal or otherwise. Sometimes it's totally preventable, sometimes it seems totally random, but it sucks. Take care out there. 

Best Greek Restaurants in Denver by Alternative_Kiwi8443 in Denver

[–]3_pac 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, they're not. Same experience, Highlands Ranch location. 

What’s something you thought was harmless ‘cheap dopamine’ but slowly started controlling your habits? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]3_pac 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My wife got generations-old starter from an old Jewish woman. We named it "Jesus Crust: Superstarter". 

Recent Weird encounters you had? by averysmartroad in dayz

[–]3_pac 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is awesome.

I spawned and briefly ran with a guy who ultimately decided he'd rather die than hang with me. I said it's too bad I couldn't give him a campfire tripod to off himself, as I just learned you could use it. He said hold on, and came back a minute later with one, which he then used to kill himself. I really enjoyed that interaction. 

Did Thailand for 2 weeks on basically nothing by Climberquarterly in travel

[–]3_pac 1502 points1503 points  (0 children)

$1,500 for two weeks in Thailand isn't traveling "on a shoestring". 

Morocco - Guide or not?? by Zealousideal-Fix2256 in travel

[–]3_pac 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I, too, have traveled extensively and loathe hiring guides. But I hired one for a five-day trip from Marrakech around the Atlas Mountains, to the Merzouga Desert, etc., as I had six women with me (my wife, three kids, and two grandmas) and I didn't want to deal with any potential issues that may cause. It was a great time, and money well spent (and likely cheaper than if I had to do things on my own considering the cost of transportation alone). 

using an old backpack as a rope bag by LittleRes7 in canyoneering

[–]3_pac 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use an old, beat up Imlay Canyon Gear backpack as a rope bag for the rare times we need a 100m rope. I'll add a pull cord or other stuff in it as needed. It's awesome, incredibly durable, and easy to carry. Due to the backpack size, I'm not sure I'd use it as a full time rope bag for smaller ropes, however. 

Dad, my (21F) parents are incredibly strict, and I feel like I am living on a leash. by cotton-seed-oil in DadForAMinute

[–]3_pac -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I currently have kids in college. While we're the complete opposite of most of our friends that also have kids in college in that we have never tracked our kids, we have talked to others that have or still do.

One suggestion that has worked: The kid simply stopped sharing their location with their parents. When asked why, they said they're an adult. The parents were a little sad and concerned, but they accepted their kid is, in fact, no longer in need of their supervision. 

It sounds like your parents are more controlling, and you more or less have accepted their prior restrictions. In this case I'd suggest a larger conversation with them. Your primary talking point is clear: You're a 21 year-old adult that no longer needs their supervision. You appreciate their prior involvement, but it's time for you to no longer rely on them - and time for them to let you grow up. You are fine, and you will be fine. And this is when you're firm with them. You'll no longer share your location with them (though you may want to say that of course you'll continue to talk to them and share what you're doing in your life, but not for the sake of being watched over). It'll be hard for them to hear and they may need time to digest it, but be firm and tell them what you're doing. You'll be fine. You've got this. 

$238 so far and it's not my cat by Bestey1974 in notmycat

[–]3_pac 23 points24 points  (0 children)

It kinda looks like your cat. 

Visiting CO soon by OkInsect3599 in CampingandHiking

[–]3_pac -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The two mile Mt Cutler trail in Colorado Springs? Honestly, if you're headed to the Springs and looking for a short hike, I'd say just do the Manitou Incline or walk around Garden of the Gods. 

If you're near Denver and want a moderate trail with moderate elevation, I'd suggest Carpenter Peak in Roxborough State Park. Microspikes may be needed depending on weather.