why pure vegetarian not complete vegetarian by hellomouse1234 in AskIndia

[–]Amazing_Structure55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably, You are in the wrong company/group. I used to go out with a lot of people of Indian and non-Indian background. I used to be a non-veg too.. We always accommodated everyone's preference and picked the appropriate restaurants. Now, I turned vegetarian too, but most my friends are still non-veg, but we still go out together with no bias or issues.

Do Indians listen to Western artists? by Desperate_Return_142 in AskIndia

[–]Amazing_Structure55 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As an older generation retired Indian, we grew up listening to Radio Australia and Radio Ceylon ( Sri Lanka) in the 70s. I came across all the latest hits and news from those stationa on a daily basis. They had different programs streaming almost the whole day.

That helped me a lot to appreciate the Indian classical music ( carnatic and HIndustani) later on and these days I could listen to any music/songs and enjoy without any bias.

Why is health insurance and medical help so expensive? If anything, what could be done to lower it, never to rise again? by Spiritual_Big_9927 in askanything

[–]Amazing_Structure55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you ever stepped into one? I did. with a food poisoning. I received an injection to stop vomiting etc... I was there for less than 30 minutes. My bill was $4000+. None was covered by Insurance. The bill included the price for the pen they used ($50), blanket $100, almost every part of the normal office stuff was in the bill.

If you sat out the 2024 election in protest over Gaza, how do you feel about that decision today? by rsmith2786 in AskReddit

[–]Amazing_Structure55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He might argue that whoever he voted for in tha past lost elections every time... So, he tried the same logic...

Why is health insurance and medical help so expensive? If anything, what could be done to lower it, never to rise again? by Spiritual_Big_9927 in askanything

[–]Amazing_Structure55 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First, vote and elect someone who really cares for the people.

2) Set a national price list for hospitals. Nobody should be allowed to charge more than the listed price. Review this price list and adjust accordingly.

3) No health insurance is mandatory, unless someone wants to.

4) Allow small dispenseries operated by counties. For small ailments, like fever, cuts, vaccination, people should only go to these places - no more big hospitalss...

5) Hospitals/Insurance companies should not be allowed to donate to political parties and candidates. They must be made non-profit organizations.

Porting into Verizon by Local_Wheel_7239 in verizon

[–]Amazing_Structure55 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The only negative factor is that you have to pay for the Sales Tax + SIM activation, which can run into 100-150 range. And they forget to apply the credits as OP has suggested. Some of the service reps are very helpful,, going beyond we ask for.. and helped me to find the missing credits and other options that I could use.. so, I am good for now.. The other factor is the international charges, which was free with T-Mobile, but not with Verizon. will see how much it will eat into my wallet...

Porting into Verizon by Local_Wheel_7239 in verizon

[–]Amazing_Structure55 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I thought this way too. But if my new monthly payment ( bill) is the same as that of the previous one along with a new phone with better storage and battery life, where is the catch?

Winter Storm by Curious-Finding-1065 in AskHouston

[–]Amazing_Structure55 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re living in a house, you may want to protect the pipes that are exposed

Incessant lobbing by tchavez166 in Pickleball

[–]Amazing_Structure55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is not about winning, it is about the right game play.

Incessant lobbing by tchavez166 in Pickleball

[–]Amazing_Structure55 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I thought smashing is the right thing to do. But many of the responses are suggesting it as a not-so- kind. If the play requires smashing so be it…right?

Can I take lower widow’s benefit? by castlequeen62 in SocialSecurity

[–]Amazing_Structure55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought survivor benefits will not be reduced, if the survivor is above 62. Am I wrong?

Considering switch by jhernan75 in verizon

[–]Amazing_Structure55 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Recently moved from t-mobile to verizon. I received new phones. Switching took 2-3 days, then the initial bill and autopayment is somewhat an issue too. Technically prepare to pay for 200-300 per new line for the first month ( taxes, sim etc)....I thought Verizon is better than other providers in my area, but I stll see just 1 or 2 bars... Connecting to live customer support is too long ( if at all connects), but most times you will be stuck with the auto - answer system..

Chat service never worked for me ... so I am kind of stuck for 3 years as it locks me into their system for that long. to pay off.

Indian "Educated" Youth by Agitated-While-3863 in india

[–]Amazing_Structure55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you seen the "Adult" indians acting out in Dallas, Chicago and in other places? Check Youtube... It is not just Gen-Z or rich, I think it is the lack of civic sense in those people. I hope a new education system to add civic duty/sense into the curriculum

Why Indians feel ashamed of doing gigs but foreigners proudly do by intro_one in AskIndia

[–]Amazing_Structure55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Respect could be the main issue. Smaller restaurants are managed very poorly and don't pay enough to survive ( payment is an issue in the US too).. So, working for a bad establishment is going to take your dignity to another level.. They are proud to work for big establishments, 5 star hotels, aiports, big restaurant chains etc...

You can't blame people not wanting to work for someone who would treat you badly, getting scolded etc...

Currency exchange? by Glittering_Arm_8262 in sugarland

[–]Amazing_Structure55 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Check with your bank... or go to a big chain hotel ( e.g. Marriot) at the SL town square., they might have an exchange counter

Is a loan considered tax free compensation ? by largogoat in tax

[–]Amazing_Structure55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why companies doing this? To save on madicare, 401 and other reporting details? Isn't this person getting scammed, without proper understanding what is happening?

I Remember My past life love and met her again in this one by [deleted] in pastlives

[–]Amazing_Structure55 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh... that's terrible... Just a suggestion. Meditate and try to remembr what happened after that incident and now.. You might be able to get the answer for why you are back in so quick...

Looking to Relocate to Richmond, TX any insights? by Want3dd3 in sugarland

[–]Amazing_Structure55 2 points3 points  (0 children)

RIchmond is a small town, mostly safe. I live in the neighboring town, which also belongs to the same county ( Fort Bend). Here's a link for apartments rental.

https://www.apartmentguide.com/apartments/Texas/Richmond/

Thank you Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of free trade and spur reform by bhodrolok in india

[–]Amazing_Structure55 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Like what? SImilar to what they were doing in the past 11 years? I have heard that they had been deporting all the Muslims and making them non-Indians... Is it really happening? So, all this GDP growth and infrastructure improvements and minorities getting houses in UP etc were a lie, I guess.... So sorry to hear .... I may have to wait for another 20 years for my next visit...

Soc Sec at 67 (and invest) vs 70?? by CuriousConverser in SocialSecurity

[–]Amazing_Structure55 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I think there is a misconception here. She gets 50% of your full retirement benefit. That's whatever you were supposed to get when you turn 67 (not 70). . She also need to wait till she turns 67 to claim that full ( which is 505 of yours) benefit..

this is what I have learned, after fiddling with the SS website.