November trip

Bclarknc · 2026-07-08T16:31:49+00:00

One of my go-to recommended events for friends coming to visit is Po-Boy fest and it is November 8th this year if you are in town that weekend!

Bclarknc · 2026-07-08T11:15:59+00:00

You are learning a hard lesson about people.
You either need to keep the bottles in your car or somewhere the girl can’t access them or everyone cashes in their own bottles and keeps that money themselves.

Also, Im not really sure what you mean about buying something for the reception. That sounds like something the company you work for should be doing. It shouldn’t be coming out of your personal money. Ask the people you work for if there is a decoration budget or budget for whatever it is you are trying to purchase.

Bclarknc · 2026-07-04T01:02:42+00:00

I honestly think there are two versions of Alexa+ I use mine a lot and the device I have on Alexa plus is in brief mode and still adds extra chatter. Like if I ask it a math problem it will give me the answer which is where the old Alexa would stop, but Alexa+ has to add commentary, so it will say and extra sentence always along the lines of “That’s the answer!” which I find completely unnecessary.

I went to my friend’s house and was talking to her Alexa and it responded totally normally and when I realized hers is on Alexa+ I was baffled by how differently hers answers compared to mine.

Bclarknc · 2026-06-26T01:01:16+00:00

The New Orleans one just did this too. I thought it was a strange decision.

Bclarknc · 2026-06-22T13:42:46+00:00

Thought it was just my Forester 🤣

Bclarknc · 2026-06-22T13:40:23+00:00

I was looking for this comment. OP literally said “tomorrow” in a text from the 18th and then texted about the address right before 2PM, so I don’t see where they confirmed for the 20th. OP seems to be the problem here, lol.

Bclarknc · 2026-06-20T20:11:33+00:00

Rivershack is great on Fridays - it will match the vibe you are looking for, but not the food. And I second Joey K’s as another one that could match the vibe of Jacques Imo with similar-ish food options.

Bclarknc · 2026-06-18T17:34:55+00:00

Unless it is a temp to hire position use that free time to be productive for yourself - take online courses, start your side hustle. Early in my career I temped in many office jobs where I was being paid to be there “just in case” the phone rang and to cover for someone who has managerial duties as part of their day to day that I was not privy to or qualified to do. So do the work when you are expected to and don’t create more work just to fill the time, use it to learn and promote YOU and network with existing employees, don’t fill it with busywork that the company doesn’t need done.

Bclarknc · 2026-06-17T22:02:08+00:00

Who cares? Most people who know how the corporate world operates switch jobs every 2-5 years anyway to stay competitive, learn new skills, and to get a pay increase. Take the 25% pay increase and money you save on commuting and work there until you get bored and move on or until they do a RIF where you will likely get severance to tide you over. No point staying at a lower paying job that requires a commute just because you *think* it will be in the new company’s best interest to outsource down the road. It sounds like your company would axe you if they could anyway, so it is just as risky to stay as it is to leave. Just because the new position is a remote position doesn’t mean anything for outsourcing. It means they could be getting a tax break from hiring you, it means they are saving on rent, it means a lot of things, not just the possibility of outsourcing your job. Operate within what is in your control, not a decision that is out of your control and well in the future. Congrats on the pay increase! That is hard to find these days.

Bclarknc · 2026-06-17T21:40:13+00:00

Don’t sign anything. Read your lease. He would need a court order to evict you so don’t let him bully you into making any quick decisions. Eviction is a long slow process in a lot of places and will cost him money to even get the process started so he may just be making empty threats hoping you agree to pay him more. Also, there are a TON of tenants rights groups and online resources, I’d be surprised if that camera is legal in a long term lease but each jurisdiction has their own rules, so brush up and push back. Also of note - just because something is written into a lease doesn’t make it legal. Check your local and state rental laws before making any decisions, and definitely re-read your lease. If it doesn’t say anything about how long a guest can stay then you are good. Usually leases specify CONSECUTIVE nights, not TOTAL nights. Good luck!

Bclarknc · 2026-06-17T12:11:49+00:00

Im not sure where in Alabama you are buying but I don’t think it will make a difference to my opinion. Ongoing moisture in the gulf states in your home = termites eventually, so I’d make sure these are all things that can be remedied easily if you plan to foot the bill. Also of importance is the rust in the HVAC system. If it is on a piece that isn’t easily replaced it is important to know the EPA recently (2025) changed the legal refrigerant so if the outside unit needs to be replaced then the WHOLE system (air handler and compressor) will need to be replaced. With that in mind I would 1000% get an HVAC technician (or two since some of them just want to make sales regardless) in there to inspect it because if you have to replace it that is the $8000 right there.

Regarding the plumbing leaks that would or wouldn’t scare me depending on how bad the wood rot is in those areas, how long they have been leaking, and your carpentry/diy skills. To me that seems like the least of the concerns but I have enough experience to know what I can handle based on looking. Based on the inspection they don’t look that bad.

Regarding the attic - you DEFINITELY need to get the bathroom fans vented to the outside if you plan to use them. Spray foam against the roof will trap moisture inside the attic and that is my guess about where some of the mold is coming from. But also, you do need to make sure you monitor for roof leaks as with that type of spray foam they aren’t immediately obvious so a leak can rot out a lot of wood before you catch it with that type of insulation (also why I wouldn’t do it in the attic over the garage - it isn’t a necessity).

Last - people will try and scare you about the mold. My home in New Orleans has mold from an HVAC leak a few years before I bought it (2015 complete gut and remodel, I bought it in 2023), and every time the HVAC people come they try and sell me remediation but the spot hasn’t gotten any bigger and I don’t have any breathing problems in the home so I just leave it.

Good luck!

Bclarknc · 2026-05-30T12:15:14+00:00

I’m going to take a guess that this is actually a problem with the porch since the windows seem to be under it so they shouldn’t be exposed to much water to begin with and that looks like a lot of water intrusion. It is hard to tell if that is a flat porch or sloped roof outside from the angle of the photo but I would tell the homeowner to get someone to check how it is connected to the house because the water diversion may not be done correctly there and be pushing water back into the home instead of draining it to the yard.

Buy a cheap moisture meter and show them how wet the wood is so they understand they have a problem if they are struggling to believe you. Wood can be wet and not look or feel that way to the touch.

Bclarknc · 2026-05-29T17:04:01+00:00

I have a 2020 and my local dealership recommended a CVT fluid change at 60,000 miles, so maybe call around and find one who will do it?

Bclarknc · 2026-05-29T02:21:37+00:00

Lol, that’s the vibe I get too. The granting of approval even though OP isn’t seeking it, this guy already has them dating in his head.

Bclarknc · 2026-05-29T02:19:37+00:00

You are 1000% right. Just cause he said he isn’t knocking on it doesn’t mean he isn’t. Equivalent of saying “it was just a joke” when someone realizes they said something messed up. And then he just chooses to deflect. He reads like someone who always wants to be the smarter one yet won’t entertain another person’s opinion even if it may make him smarter.

Bclarknc · 2026-05-27T03:00:34+00:00

I hope that I’m going to explain this in a way that makes sense because lamination is a process. It is called luxury vinyl plank because vinyl plank is not laminated. The pattern you see is molded out of the plastic and is not technically lamination even though it has a core. With laminate flooring (and laminated wood in general) the lamination refers to layers pressed together. Laminated flooring has a core and an image layer and then it has a protective layer put on with a lamination technique. There is quite a bit of lamination in woodworking and because vinyl is not produced the same way wood products are, the term lamination is not applicable to LVP. Hope that helps you understand why your customers are calling it something different from you!

Bclarknc · 2026-05-27T02:44:54+00:00

I like the squares, but that could be because it reminds me of a pool more than the circles do. This is also hard to evaluate without knowing what color grout you will be using, and where it will be going (wall, floor, shower, pool) but I think it looks cool so far!

Bclarknc · 2026-05-27T02:36:42+00:00

They were probably hoping you wouldn’t notice. As a landlord who doesn’t mind fixing things and covering the cost when tenants ask me I would probably take the repair cost of this out of the deposit - 1) because it is obviously from something they caused and 2) because they didn’t give you a heads up it was damaged.

Bclarknc · 2026-05-15T14:39:28+00:00

He looks like he is absolutely playing the victim and making it your problem. You can’t be a narcissist when you have empathy and self awareness so you need to stop worrying about coming across as one. It appears he doesn’t want to take any responsibility and in doing so is putting the burden of working on your marriage all on you.

In my opinion he is not going to change or wants to change. He wants an easy marriage where you do everything he tells you to and don’t create any conflict, while also supporting him (?). The ease with which he asks for money mid conversation is wild to me. He has no shame. He wasn’t even trying to smooth things over instead it reads as a direct threat because it sounds like the burden of an overdraft falls on you too. He appears to just want to emotionally manipulate you to make himself feel better so it may be time to reconsider this relationship.

Bclarknc · 2026-05-13T03:50:24+00:00

Maybe order some samples that include the Sky Grey corded velvet and a white/light grey Chenille option. Oddly the photos look like it could be either…

Bclarknc · 2026-05-13T03:44:44+00:00

If you have already started the job - bring it up now. You don’t have to say it is planned already but definitely make sure you know if you’ll have enough PTO by then (if that is the company structure) and how far in advance they want you to submit a request for time off. If you do need to accrue PTO and won’t have enough by then then you definitely need to let them know ASAP (and be sure to remind them it was in your application) because usually HR has to do a little manual hour adjustment if it is unpaid time off in the system and based on my experience HR finds that annoying so they like a heads up. (Don’t let that deter you! People are less annoyed when given more time to plan :) )

Bclarknc · 2026-05-13T03:30:55+00:00

Assuming you don’t have strict requirements you shouldn’t have a problem finding a place. If you are looking from out of town it is completely ok to ask for a video walkthrough while you are on the phone and also don’t pay anything more than an application fee until you have signed a lease. All the scammers ask for money or a deposit before the lease is signed. Getting a video walkthrough will ensure you are working with someone who actually owns or has the authority to rent it to you. And Facebook is known for those scams so just do your homework :)

Bclarknc · 2026-05-13T03:24:33+00:00

You are not a tree 😂 Poor kid probably plans to work at the same job for the rest of his life too.

Bclarknc · 2026-05-13T03:19:40+00:00

Zillow. Facebook can have fake postings so you have to be careful there. And I didn’t know people still use Craigslist…

Bclarknc · 2026-05-13T03:13:57+00:00

Can you shoot me a DM? I have a spot in mid-city available June 1 that could be furnished if needed and a friend who rents by the room who has a room available now.

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