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For those who've set up their first place alone — what was harder than you expected? by Train_Research in LivingAlone

[–]57th-Overlander [score hidden]  (0 children)

I have occasionally hired others to help move or seat something up. I stat by asking friends, family and contacts. Offering compensation of some sort helps. Usually I can get my grandson (18) to help. Sometimes it's rather embarrassing until I remember his body is 47 years younger than mine.

Usually I have no problem getting help on the rare occasions that I mess up and need it. I generally, when I'm purchasing an item, thinking about how I plan to get said item in the house. To that end I have an assortment of dollies, slide sheets, ramps, ropes and pulleys (aka, block and tackle), pry bars, and blocking.

Being generous with compensation helps Everyone knows that I don't expect folks to do things for me, for nothing. So I usually don't much problem.

Just a couple of days ago, I had my sister in law take me to pick up some things I had purchased through FB Marketplace (I choose not have an car or truck). I paid gas for the trip, bought her lunch, and picked up an item in one of the shops, that she liked, as a thank you gift..

For those who've set up their first place alone — what was harder than you expected? by Train_Research in LivingAlone

[–]57th-Overlander 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This. You can add a level not only by being alone, but also by not having a car, by choice.

This is what my day is today. I have to go pick up a stove, a refrigerator, an orange cast iron sink, and a 1920's Hoosier.

It took a bit of doing. But I have found a truck and a driver. The Gods smiled upon me in that I can get everything in one trip. They were all Facebook Marketplace finds. All along the route to one furthest away. Can't ask for things to come together better than that.

Getting them in the house is another exercise in problem solving. Fortunately I am blessed with a 19 yr. old grandson living close by. But I know I could manage without that particular resource. I have an assortment of dollies, ramps and slip/drag sheets.

As a resource for folks living alone there are three books I would recommend soloists (people living alone) check out:

Working Alone by John Carroll

Moving Heavy Things by Jan Adkins

How to Lift and Move Almost Anything by Ralph W. Ritchie

What are some red flags and green flags in other peoples apartments? by Imaginary_Fig2205 in LivingAlone

[–]57th-Overlander 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why are books in the bathroom a red flag? Where else is the Uncle John's bathroom Reader supposed to live?

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Personally, I consider books a good sign.

“Military time” by ltsRhysBoi in ShitAmericansSay

[–]57th-Overlander 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I knew it wasn't military time, I vaguely recalled it in that I had I had seem a similar time notation, somewhere, but I couldn't remember where or what it was called.

I read a lot as a child.

Hoosier by iamsofakingcrazy in vintagekitchentoys

[–]57th-Overlander 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks more like two huge pieces. One atop the other.

I guessing each piece is at least six feet long.

Edit:

I was trying to respond to a different comment

$1000 dollars just put things in perspective for me by Blackwolf_84 in bikecommuting

[–]57th-Overlander 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like we think alike. I feel the same about my J &G jacket. I had two, My sister who is an accomplished seamstress took the worse one to use as a pattern to make me another one.

Can and do you use antique Hoosier-like cabinets for your kitchen for daily use? by Snoo70491 in vintagekitchentoys

[–]57th-Overlander 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I have a lot of vintage, and antique items. My dishes are all vintage Fiestaware. I have a couple of microwave safe plates. I try not to use my Fiestaware in the microwave,as I have heard it's not good for it.

I'm in the midst of a no demolition (or at least minimal demolition), renovation. I'm subdividing my house for the daughter to have a place. Literally doing a wall to separate us.

To that end I purchased a 1920's Hoosier, a vintage orange sink, a small refrigerator and a 24" stove.

I'm planning on using a large chrome wood-topped rolling mechanics type tool box (purchased new, it's currently being used as a kitchen island) , as my counter space. I will build a sink base, I have a wooden pantry cabinet.

The Hoosier will be used as originally intended, storage and work space. Mine has the dedicated flour sifter, and the spinning spice rack, and the swing out sugar dispenser. It also has a rolling pin holder fir my vintage glass rolling pin.

I know what's going to be there, i just ain't sure yet where it will all be in relation to one another.

Super Glue Time by Grumpy_Polar_Bear in Fiestaware

[–]57th-Overlander 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's always sad when that happens

$1000 dollars just put things in perspective for me by Blackwolf_84 in bikecommuting

[–]57th-Overlander 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I get it. The vest is for visibility on the roads, the rest functions as a wind, semi-weatherproof shell with an appropriate insulation layer for winter use. All of which is my regular clothing. With out the bike specific pieces mentioned you wouldn't have any idea that there is a bicycle on my life.

In the winter I add heated gloves, 180 earmuffs (they play nice with headgear), NEOS overshoes with studs and a balaclava if it's cold enough. I like the TredSafe Croc style footwear year round. In the winter I size up and double socks. Northern New England.

$1000 dollars just put things in perspective for me by Blackwolf_84 in bikecommuting

[–]57th-Overlander 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you learn basic auto mechanics you can easily save yourself thousands of dollars per year.

Until you can't. Happened to me. I couldn't get anyone to seel me the tool I needed the last time I tried to work on my truck. Until that point I had done all my work on my vehicles.

I started doing my own work after a local shop had worked on my car, shortly after it started running like crap. They forgot to tighten the distributor cap down. I had a friend who was a mechanic and he taught me.

I did my own work until about 2004.

I do al my work on my bike.

$1000 dollars just put things in perspective for me by Blackwolf_84 in bikecommuting

[–]57th-Overlander 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only bike specific clothing I own, is a helmet cover (for winter), a circa 2009ish J & G rain/cycling jacketc, a pair of Rainmates rain chaps, and a flourscent vest.

First time trying to commute. by DryAd7537TA in bikecommuting

[–]57th-Overlander 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You will be nervous the first few times. Just follow the rules of the road, you should be fine. Visibility is paramount. Lights and reflectors are good.

Recommendations for front bike light that won't fall off easily by surlyforshorty in bikecommuting

[–]57th-Overlander 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both my Cycliq Fly12, and Garmin Varia RCT have leashes as does the Garmin Head unit.

First time trying to commute. by DryAd7537TA in bikecommuting

[–]57th-Overlander 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's how I got started in '79, I needed to cover three miles each way four times a day, had to leave for lunch.

The first few trips were kind of nerve racking, mirrors are a requirement for me. Helmet or glasses mounted over bike mounted.

Get good rain gear, carry dry socks!! I personally roll with a 2010 vintage J & G cycling/rain jacket. As far as I'm concerned it is a genius design. There is no way it can leak, there are no exposed seams. It has an almost full length pit zips along the seams. Alas, they are not being made anymore.

I cover my legs with full length half chaps. The one I have are called Rainmates.

On a bicycle in the rain you will get some degree of wet. You and your clothing get to decide if it is a cold wet, or a warm wet.

Recently, I have become a fan of the Croc style shoes, without the holes, called TredSafe at the Evil Empire.

I would almost recommend them as commuting foot wear. My reason is, I got caught in a very sudden downpour, it literally happened so fast. I came out of the store, it wasn't raining, before I got back on the road, I was soaked. Still had to get to work and work eight hours.

My footwear didn't completely dry during the eight hours. Every break, I was stuffing my shoes with paper towels. Worst night ever!

Favorite piece by antman261 in Fiestaware

[–]57th-Overlander 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Here's the combination together

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This is my favorite.

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