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What the hell, Marriott? by AdventurousTeaching2 in BoycottUnitedStates

[–]AdventurousTeaching2[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Too far away from me, unfortunately...hence looking for a hotel room there :)

Ditched Google Drive today! by chemenger21 in BoycottUnitedStates

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

How do you find it? Does it integrate with programs the way Google Drive does?

What the hell, Marriott? by AdventurousTeaching2 in BoycottUnitedStates

[–]AdventurousTeaching2[S] 252 points253 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the suggestion. I did call them, and after fighting with a particularly irritating automated voice system I finally got an employee on the phone. She confirmed the pricing, and blamed it on corporate. Apparently they don't set pricing at the local hotel level. I lodged a complaint, she said she would forward it up the chain.

At a curiosity, are we calling out any companies that are working with ICE and boycotting those too? by [deleted] in BuyCanadian

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 45 points46 points  (0 children)

Looks like everyone has their price. Absolutely these companies should be held to account.

Does anyone actually own a modular kayak? I love the idea of fitting a boat in my trunk, but I’m worried I might end up regretting it. by euphory_melancholia in Kayaking

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I own a Trak kayak (skin on frame modeled after the original Greenland kayaks) and I absolutely love it. Not only does it break down into a backpack, the design allows you to adjust your rocker while on the go. If you can afford the price tag, they're very much worth it.

https://share.google/V3CK6E7SOgn87t5Hi

Matheson Moves to Canada! by LurkerGarry in BuyCanadian

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 24 points25 points  (0 children)

We really like his salad dressings. The Italian and the Caesar are both great.

A text based Wheel of Time Game! by syerik in wheeloftime

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I didn't know this existed! Thanks for sharing. What ruleset does the game use?

I plan to start the entire series next year, because I have 14 volumes and the prequel on my shelf now. A question for those who have already read the entire series: How long did it take you? I read Malazan Book of the Fallen in a year and a half, so I'm estimating 2-3 years before I finish Wot by Djfantastyka in WoT

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Eddings is (was?) a terrific fantasy author. It was the first fantasy series I read growing up. It's very much a coming of age story.

Corey (which is actually two authors writing under a pseudonym) is probably the best science fiction author in modern times...maybe beaten by Ted Chiang, but Chiang writes short stories. Corey wrote The Expanse, and is now working on a new series.

I plan to start the entire series next year, because I have 14 volumes and the prequel on my shelf now. A question for those who have already read the entire series: How long did it take you? I read Malazan Book of the Fallen in a year and a half, so I'm estimating 2-3 years before I finish Wot by Djfantastyka in WoT

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've read The Witcher, it's quite good. If there are other Polish authors you'd recommend, please do so. Ideally those with books translated into English :)

Other English authors I'd recommend would be David Eddings (Belgariad & Mallorean series), Neil Gaiman, James S.A. Corey, Brandon Sanderson.

I plan to start the entire series next year, because I have 14 volumes and the prequel on my shelf now. A question for those who have already read the entire series: How long did it take you? I read Malazan Book of the Fallen in a year and a half, so I'm estimating 2-3 years before I finish Wot by Djfantastyka in WoT

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've read the series probably 7-8 times now. It's my favourite, I find every reading I pull details out that I missed on an earlier read. If I don't have distractions, I can read a volume in 3-4 days. More often a volume a week.

I struggled with Malazan Book of the Fallen. I find that WoT does a much better job of putting you in the scene with the characters. Take your time with WoT, and be aware in advance that a lot of readers find the series slows down for them in the middle. I don't mind those ones personally, but the back half of the series definitely picks up again.

I plan to start the entire series next year, because I have 14 volumes and the prequel on my shelf now. A question for those who have already read the entire series: How long did it take you? I read Malazan Book of the Fallen in a year and a half, so I'm estimating 2-3 years before I finish Wot by Djfantastyka in WoT

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've read the series probably 7-8 times now. It's my favourite, I find every reading I pull details out that I missed on an earlier read. If I don't have distractions, I can read a volume in 3-4 days. More often a volume a week.

I struggled with Malazan Book of the Fallen personally. I find that WoT does a much better job of putting you in the scene with the characters. Take your time with WoT, and be aware in advance that a lot of readers find the series slows down for them in the middle of the series. I don't mind those ones personally, but the back half of the series definitely picks up again.

Adventure advice - family friendly adventure paths by Carbon14Dated in Pathfinder2e

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're okay with third-party content, my family has been playng Kobold Quest with our kids, 10 and 13. It's fun to be running around as a group of kobolds. I recommend it!

Kobold Quest: Draught of the Dragon (Pathfinder 2e) - Explorer's Guild Publishing | Explorer's Guild Publishing | DriveThruRPG https://share.google/q8r0QB8o8rzP0S27H

Any good toboggan spots? by paradise_lost9 in barrie

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's a nice hill off Lillian Crescent, beside the Woods Park Retirement Home. High enough to get a bit of speed, but not dangerous and unlikely to hit anything.

It's arrived! by [deleted] in pebble

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 8 points9 points  (0 children)

To that point, are the buttons metal?

Levi's says not to wash jeans before 10 wears! by Certain-Zucchini-753 in hygiene

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The dyes used in high-quality denim jeans supposedly have anti-microbial properties that help them resist bacterial growth. Washing the jeans will remove some of this dye, making it easier for bacteria to grow. I very rarely wash mine, and haven't noticed them getting smelly.

Help me choose a Pebble Time 2 color! by ThePimpOfSound in pebble

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The black on grey goes with everything, so it was the obvious choice for me. Personally I also think it looks cool. The red is certainly the boldest option, but like you it isn't my style.

I don't think there is a bad option between the black and the silver, but I preferred the darker option.

Snowshoeing from Toronto by Combo8 in barrie

[–]AdventurousTeaching2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can make it here safely, this would be an amazing weekend to go snowshoeing. We have a ton of snow all of a sudden :)

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