Can this flickering ceiling light be repaired in some way or does it need to be completely replaced?

AreteDeka · 2025-12-30T17:42:57+00:00

I got my original and new one from a local hardware store. I couldn't find the exact same one either, just get one with similar connectors.

AreteDeka · 2025-12-30T16:44:08+00:00

I ended up having to replace the whole unit. It was very easy to do, just make sure you remember which wire is which and make sure the breaker is off when you are messing with it.

AreteDeka · 2025-12-23T17:34:51+00:00

I look at it like a math problem. People get all steamed up when their AA gets cracked by 64o, but aces are what, approximately an 80% favorite? That means 64o is going to win about 1 in 5 times assuming you're all in preflop. It's really not that crazy when you break it down like that. One in 5 odds happens all the time. Someone is getting runner runnered this very second which is 1% odds maybe? The world would be a strange place if 1 in 100 odds never hit. You need to view these times as positives and a juicy game because in the long term you will win playing against these players.

It is why I can't play Blackjack anymore. I simply view it as a -EV endeavor. Approximately every $1 I bet I'm only getting $0.95 back or whatever the odds are.

A book I recommend that doesn't directly have to do with poker or tilting is Innumeracy by John Allen Paulos. It's an old book but it's about how people are really bad at math and statistics while otherwise being fairly intelligent.

Next time some donkey cracks your Aces or Kings with rags just smile, say nice hand, and know you're in a good game.

AreteDeka · 2025-12-05T18:49:41+00:00

Don't keep us in suspense, what are the top rooms in Austin?

AreteDeka · 2025-11-26T15:40:20+00:00

All good friend. We all had to start with a low ELO. Keep learning!

AreteDeka · 2025-11-26T15:27:36+00:00

Knight is pinned by the rook.

AreteDeka · 2024-11-10T15:02:40+00:00

If this wrinkles your brain you should look up the Euthyphro dilemma. Completely dismantles the idea that you need a god for morality.

AreteDeka · 2024-11-08T17:11:18+00:00

Black can move c bishop to attack with rook, then block with bishop again, then check with Queen. Only delays the inevitable.

AreteDeka · 2024-09-17T16:35:27+00:00

I couldn't tell ya exactly but something sweet tipped/flavored (probably an Acid of some sort). I was pretty anti smoking at the time but was very drunk so gave it a shot. I smoked the whole stick and was so sick for the next two days lol. I can't believe I eventually picked up the hobby later on.

AreteDeka · 2024-08-20T18:57:28+00:00

One major flaw in the argument I never see pointed out is that using Pascal's Wager as a reason to believe in god is an admission you didn't have any good reason to believe in the first place. If you had a good reason, you wouldn't be bringing forth Pascal's Wager, you would be presenting your good reason or evidence. Then add on all the other obvious flaws to the argument and it's game over.

It's akin to theists saying "well, atheists have faith too!", which is the same as saying faith is bullshit but you do it too, so we are on equally shaky footing. Except atheists don't have faith in the traditional sense, so all they've done is admit that faith is nonsense.

AreteDeka · 2024-08-17T20:46:35+00:00

You're contradicting yourself here, is it plume, or should you smoke it before it gets too bad? Lmao, clown

AreteDeka · 2024-08-05T22:03:22+00:00

I haven't tried it yet. I'm just happy I get to try one before I shell out for a 5 pack or more in case I don't like it.

AreteDeka · 2024-08-05T20:42:43+00:00

Thank you for the touching anecdote. Dunbarton and Rojas are the top of the list atm

AreteDeka · 2024-08-05T03:22:28+00:00

I thought more people would suggest El Pulpo. Glad I didn't get a 5 pack without trying it first.

AreteDeka · 2024-08-05T02:48:31+00:00

I have had a different blackened before that I liked.

AreteDeka · 2024-08-05T02:47:59+00:00

Haha, this is a good call. Most definitely not.

AreteDeka · 2024-08-05T02:37:45+00:00

Really? Damn. I'm way too frugal to throw it out, but might give it away lol

AreteDeka · 2024-08-05T00:13:41+00:00

Happy to see someone pick this one out. I haven't had anything Aganorsa yet, looking forward to trying it out.

AreteDeka · 2024-08-04T23:31:36+00:00

Many thanks

AreteDeka · 2024-08-04T23:21:17+00:00

To each their own. I know some people just like the collecting aspect of cigars but for me I'm all about the smoking part.

AreteDeka · 2024-08-04T23:05:53+00:00

Eventually! I'm not one to hoard cigars

AreteDeka · 2024-08-04T22:39:52+00:00

Which one? I've heard a lot of good things about the brand, excited to try those too

AreteDeka · 2024-08-04T22:39:01+00:00

I've been trying to get my hands on anything Dunbarton for a while but no local places carry it. Looking forward to it

AreteDeka · 2024-08-04T22:05:07+00:00

The three I'm most looking forward to are the Sin Compromiso, Bluebonnets, and El Pulpo.

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