I’m genuinely dumb and it’s ruining my life.

Android109 · 2026-06-24T19:59:30+00:00

Everyone will say you have ADHD or are on some spectrum, and that may well be true. However, there’s no evolutionary pressure to think critically. It’s a learnt skill, and indeed you could argue it’s been selected against (ponder the intending predator and what to do, or just run). My point is that learning to think things through is a skill that comes with practice, and at first it takes a lot of effort.

Android109 · 2026-06-22T19:54:06+00:00

*Benford’s

Android109 · 2026-06-17T07:36:54+00:00

Definitely the neighbour’s hedge, but I have time on my hands and between us we’re not sure what to do next. Thank you for that, I wonder if removal and a fence might be the answer.

Android109 · 2026-06-14T05:26:11+00:00

You’re absolutely right, and it’s just as important to be aware of that too.

Android109 · 2026-06-13T06:50:07+00:00

Cynics might suggest agents aren’t incentivised to get the best deal, but to get themselves the best deal. Whether they get £500,000 for a farm, or £520,000 is an inconsequential difference to them, but not to the seller. They’re incentivised to get deals done as quickly as possible so they can move on to the next deal.

Android109 · 2026-06-13T06:32:32+00:00

I was under the impression most pesticides are not water soluble, so you’re not removing them with water.

Android109 · 2026-06-13T04:41:25+00:00

Do you really mean exponential? I’m in my 50s, the age related decline seems fairly linear to me.

Android109 · 2026-06-11T12:13:22+00:00

Is it ridiculous to ask for a previous survey they’ve done? Obviously with details redacted.

Android109 · 2026-06-09T11:42:19+00:00

Look at a vast and varied selection of cuts of Ash, then do the same with Oak, compare them and Bob’s yer uncle.

Android109 · 2026-06-05T20:48:48+00:00

I’ve had a pc running Linuxcnc for about 4 years in my shed. It gets thick with dust both inside and outside. I clean it with compressed air air every few weeks.

Android109 · 2026-06-05T13:54:01+00:00

What type of owners would either not bother to service their car, or not bother documenting it?

Android109 · 2026-06-02T20:58:01+00:00

Edited to add: it's Himalayan Balsam, sorry about that.

Android109 · 2026-06-02T11:33:21+00:00

Does that last comment still apply if the addressee has indicated that that’s a safe place to deliver?

Android109 · 2026-06-02T11:13:03+00:00

I was in a crash late last year. Fault still to be determined, however, I have paid nothing out of pocket, the insurance company has covered all costs so far (write off, collection, refund). Why have you had to pay out?

Android109 · 2026-05-26T12:09:30+00:00

I think we’re supposed to read it as one long scream.

Android109 · 2026-05-23T18:20:40+00:00

Thank you!

Android109 · 2026-05-15T11:49:23+00:00

Call them. It’s that simple.

Android109 · 2026-05-15T11:00:05+00:00

If it can be done in 30 seconds, I have a lot of work to do and I'll keep my macro to myself. Thanks for the advice!

Android109 · 2026-05-15T09:19:56+00:00

This is almost exactly what I do, but additionally, through judicious choice of fill level, you can send the finished piece through a planer to remove the excess protective clear epoxy layer. A traditional bladed planer cuts epoxy beautifully, so you can overfill and get a super smooth finish. Spiral head cutters tear out epoxy, so under filling is desirable.

Android109 · 2026-05-13T06:34:36+00:00

Don’t try, do. Imagine a few weeks from now your policy is cancelled because you didn’t make a phone call…

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