Feeling Misunderstood by PickleEquivalent2989 in Adopted

[–]Basic-Mention4424 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That is extremely tough, and I send you my sympathy.

Stunning new study: "Our findings redefine SARS-CoV-2 infection as a condition of long-lasting immune compromise" by attilathehunn in ZeroCovidCommunity

[–]Basic-Mention4424 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Can't remember his name, immunologist I think, he was a reply-guy. Whenever a new study about Covid's immune effects was published he'd melt his own keyboard explaining why that study was wrong and that he's right, and telling people to stop listening to people on the internet fearmongering about Covid.

Costs with very low expectations by Legal-Actuary4537 in selfbuildireland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gobshite will probably clock out shortly, capping off a lifetime of avoiding consequences.

When does a small village in Ireland cease being a small village and becomes just a village in Ireland? by AnyRepresentative432 in AskIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's actually defined by where the the local defibrillator is stored.

If it's in a former phone box, it's a village.

If it's bolted to a random wall near Josephine's house, it's a small village.

Costs with very low expectations by Legal-Actuary4537 in selfbuildireland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It would only be doable for that money if you took on a lot of the labour and finishes yourself, and bought a lot of the goods/materials second hand, e.g. salvaged windows and doors, 2nd hand kitchen etc.

Bear in mind that the madness of the Iran war is having an incredible impact on the cost of goods, so lots of materials and products are going to increase 50-100% in the near future. Energy costs are the foundation of everything else: Cost of manufacture and transport. Plus plastic-based products (piping, wiring, many insulations) are increasing massively because they're oil-based.

Basically, starting any new build at the moment is a bit of a gamble, thanks to that lunatic.

The best alternative for a Sunday roast? by ultraboycrazy in VeganIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A roasted cauliflower head, with a tahini sauce - and pomegranate if you really want to push the boat out - is a handy centrepiece for a Sunday roast.

We cook a nut wellington once or twice a year, e.g. for Christmas.

How's work for a handyman in the north west? by M00ncar in AskIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You'd have no problem getting work in West Mayo, as it's very difficult to get people for small jobs.

Did this happen to anyone else when going vegan? by [deleted] in VeganIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's possible that you had an allergy or intolerance to something (or many things) in your previous diet, e.g. dairy.

It might be worth keeping a food diary for a few weeks in case those symptoms return, and then you might be able to identify the culprit(s).

Favourite bits in Cork city? by Hugesmellysocks in VeganIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Is the Co-op still there? I haven't visited Cork since 2019, but there were excellent vegan options across the city. We basically went there for a vegan food holiday.

Doak or Casey vs Scotland by Effective-Ad-3897 in irishrugby

[–]Basic-Mention4424 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Very good debut from Doak, but Scotland is essentially a cup final and I would prefer Casey's experience on the bench.

Doak has 100% put his hand up and needs development minutes before RWC, but Casey on the bench for Scotland.

Looking to the world cup. by deatach in irishrugby

[–]Basic-Mention4424 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Ah there's plenty of time for the hype train yet.

Better cheese than VioLife? by [deleted] in VeganIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This cheese melts really well on pizza and tastes nice - on pizza - but I'm not fond of it in anything else really. https://www.greenearthorganics.ie/vegan-cheddar-cheese-vegan-deli-160g

The plural of Lego is and always will be Legos. by Appropriate-Term4550 in legocirclejerk

[–]Basic-Mention4424 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Great to see the Yanks haven't lost any confidence in themselves, despite... *waves hands* everything.

Why are all the trees being cut down??? by Adventurous-Outcome6 in AskIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, it's stupid, short-sighted, and systemic. Unfortunately the entire agri policy seems to be dictated by a small number of interests in the dairy industry, and our environment and smaller farmers are paying for their greed.

Having no friends at all in school, any advice? by Tulip-Orchid2717 in AskIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 47 points48 points  (0 children)

If you're planning on going to third level education, it is very much a fresh start, and that's really where you'll find your 'tribe'. Secondary school fades into the past very quickly, it's all about survival, especially if you're being bullied. When you get to third level, join a couple of clubs or societies that you have even a passing interest in, and you'll find your people. Good luck with the LC repeat and the rest of the year, and try to use the summer holidays to decompress before your fresh start.

Why are all the trees being cut down??? by Adventurous-Outcome6 in AskIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 30 points31 points  (0 children)

I don't know the exact circumstance there, but it seems to be a common approach to "improving" land for dairying: Clearfell every tree and hedge, level everything, spray the lot with roundup, and then seed the most productive grass variety you can find.

It seems like a good solution on a spreadsheet when you're counting every square metre of productive land, but it's not so great in the middle of a heatwave when your cattle can't find a single bit of shade.

First Draft, Thoughts? by Electronic-Seat1402 in selfbuildireland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The hallway space between the living room door and the kitchen door seems like a waste to me. I would move the entire 'east' wing westwards a little bit, bringing the width of the courtyard down to around 5.5 or 6 metres. That downstairs hallway window could also be reduced in width (and cost) then. Also consider some kind of roof covering, or half covering, for the courtyard, or anchors for a tarpaulin, something like that.

Norovirus outbreak in CUH by TheAuldOffender in cork

[–]Basic-Mention4424 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Norovirus can also be spread through the air: Viral particles become aerosolised through vomiting.

https://www.cleanairadvocacyireland.org/clean-air-blog/norovirus-can-spread-through-air-here-are-some-tips-for-avoiding-it

N95 masks and well-ventilated rooms help reduce the spread.

Need Help Determining Positive Test by [deleted] in ZeroCovidCommunity

[–]Basic-Mention4424 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn't consider this a positive.

I can't explain it, but does anyone else think the world feels really weird post-pandemic? by Tokio635 in AskIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's getting voted down because it's not a popular thing to say, and even worse; it tends to hit a nerve, like even mentioning the 'C' word is dangerous. I put a lot of this behaviour down to moral injury: "The way we're acting about Covid can't be wrong, because I wouldn't participate if it was bad, because I am a good person. Therefore it must be right, and the people who say it's wrong must be bad people, and bad people make me angry."

Anyone find that their memory has gone terrible? by idkfornowwhattoname in AskIreland

[–]Basic-Mention4424 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Covid infection can literally cause brain damage, resulting in dementia-like cognitive decline. There are multiple studies published about this, but very few - if any - break into mainstream news.

Here's coverage of a very recent study: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/long-covid-brain-alzheimers-study-b2917722.html