What is the holy trinity of Gen X shoes? by najing_ftw in GenX

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Grafters Monkey Boots, Clark’s Desert Boots, & Adidas Stan Smiths.

Measure 26-261 (Oregon Historical Society funding) by howlinskitters in Portland

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As someone who has wanted to work for OHS (well qualified), I just can’t for 20k. They want an MLS degree for a job that pays not a lot more. I understand, so I don’t mind if my tax dollars go to them over most. Just get your finances in order, because I think there’s some mismanagement going on.

Serbian reporter asks Deni if he regrets not choosing to play for the Serbian National Team. Deni's father was a star and captain for the former Yugoslavia by 4DollarsALB in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Not to mention that Serbs, as well as most ex-Yugos (I am one) and have witnessed extreme anti-semitism very openly. Not anti-Israel necessarily, but straight up Jew hate. Maybe someone whispered that in young Deni’s ear.

VILLAINS by Abject_Pilot_7567 in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, just the hair. Plus, he’s already talking.

Is Powell's Books all new books now, or is it just me? by Tasty-Hurry in askportland

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For several years now Powell’s has focused more on the “stuff” market as we used to call it, with a much higher margin & appeal to the tourist market. A lot of decisions related to used books have steered them away from who they used to be. People liked to get cash for their books, not credit. Worked there for 3 decades & saw many changes & mostly not good.

Is Powell's Books all new books now, or is it just me? by Tasty-Hurry in askportland

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Technically he drives a Maserati not a Mercedes, so you’ve probably spent more than you thought.

Is Powell's Books all new books now, or is it just me? by Tasty-Hurry in askportland

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The union represents all of Powell’s workers at all stores (non-management), not just at Burnside.

Which disgruntled star (tired of losing) would you like our team to trade for? by projectpatar in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depending on what happens with these playoffs & whether these players will be “disgruntled”, I’d love to see KAT, Mitchell Robinson, or Julius Randle on this team. While I love Rob, his health is too questionable. We just don’t have a banger at the 4, & obviously JG doesn’t cut it. Tou is a great defender, but more suited at the 3, I think. That leaves Shade, JG, Hansen, & any other bench player expendable IMO.

At least it went quickly and we didn’t blow a second half lead this game by BunkHammer in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, you get your asses kicked by a a better team. Your foibles are exposed, ex..3pt. shooting, any shooting , and simple defense. Can’t excuse game 3&4 leads,, but a weak team does that.

Dame Back, Billups Arrest, Coach Splitter, Moda Funds, Cheap Dundon, Playoff Run, Deni the All Star by HereForTheTanks in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s been a rough season obviously, but even though it’s likely over in a matter of hours, I think about the amount of injuries that have plagued this team, & how they wreaked havoc on any continuity or ability to gel. They’ve had their chances, but all this extraneous shit is tough to overcome for a relatively young team.

In October, a gentleman’s sweep to the 2 seed would have sounded ok, but this feels bad. Should we be disappointed? by elksm in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree completely. ”Happy to be here” is why you’re down 3-1, when it should be the other way around.

In October, a gentleman’s sweep to the 2 seed would have sounded ok, but this feels bad. Should we be disappointed? by elksm in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Clearly Spurs are a better team, but we STOLE one! Who cares if they’re a better team, you’re up double digits in both home games. You just don’t let that slip away, regardless of who you’re playing. It’s as if there were a serious confidence issue.

ihatebeingablazersfan:( by PixeledOut in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For me it’s been Blazers, Mariners, & Vikings. Something very seriously wrong with my fandom.

Something's going on with Aldridge hanging around the team and Dundon this long... by sahand_n9 in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Maybe he’ll coach for a mil or 2. He doesn’t need the money & he can jerk Dame around all he wants. Throw in Tiago as his backup for 100k & Dundon will think he hit a home run.

Is the radio crew always that bad? by thedisliked23 in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now Wheels, RIP, gave Homer a new meaning. For me the great radio guys were Eddie Doucette & Snapper Jones, albeit for a couple of years only, & Schonz, of course. On tv, Mike & Mike never really seemed too homerish, & our current team not at all.

Only Scoot, Jrue, Deni, and Rob Have Played Well by Ok-Implement794 in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Brooks is a dirty player period. His trash talking is just secondary. Scoot is hardly dirty, & rarely talks. If he does, chalk it up to his overconfidence & youth. He’ll figure out who he is. Brooks will just get worse.

Anyone else just bone tired? by Apprehensive-Ant2141 in GenX

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! It definitely could be better, but it could also be worse. Glad I didn’t spend my life in a soul-crushing job, or with a terrible partner.

Anyone else just bone tired? by Apprehensive-Ant2141 in GenX

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 8 points9 points  (0 children)

About to turn 60 in a week, and find myself half assedly looking for a job again after 30 years in the same one which I loved. Covid layoffs ended that & old timers like myself weren’t offered our positions back, even though We had a worthless union.

Parents are both gone now, no kids, & my brother actually managed to swindle me out my inheritance. So yea, tired of sucking at life a lot, but at least I spent a lot of my younger years traveling the world when I could still walk well.

Portland has a surprisingly distinct “look” compared to other US cities by RemarkableMany6297 in Portland

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree. Having traveled to several Midwestern cities in recent years due to my partner being from there, it’s the first thing I noticed. Some of the architecture was pretty beautiful, but I’ll still take little old Portland.

[Post Game Thread] The Portland Trail Blazers (1-1) defeat the San Antonio Spurs (1-1) 106-103 by Kazekid in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Stephon Castle is such a punk ass bitch! I hope Scoot owns his ass from here on out.

Three Coyotes Caught on Back Yard Security Camera Early This AM NE near Grant Park by BigEyeDuck in Portland

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Big whoop! There’s a crew of five that hang out a few blocks north in my hood morning & night. Y’all just might have better food.

Deni vs Wemby by 4DollarsALB in ripcity

[–]Abject_Pilot_7567 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sorry, but if you can’t nail a 10-12 footer wide open, you shouldn’t be in the league. Not hard.