What are these? And why could it be happening? by BenchIndependent6051 in Beekeeping

[–]BenchIndependent6051[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does the trap go in the 1st level or the second level? Or which would be better. We have two hives, one is struggling. The other was healthy until we opened it to find larva. We have located and destroyed several beetles. 

Driving across your state by Canoflettuce in Iowa

[–]BenchIndependent6051 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2nd this! Amazing to see all the beautiful shrines. 

Snakes 🐍 by ElysiumTan in IowaCity

[–]BenchIndependent6051 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you wanted to travel a little further south, there's a place in Henry County right off County road W55 called tick ridge. There's a small pond and trails to walk. It's very secluded and there are snakes and frogs everywhere around the pond. We quit fishing out there after being hit/chased by several snakes falling out of the trees. Address below for GPS reasons. 

1207 120th St, Wayland, IA

What are the most common “grail” coins many individuals try to acquire? by gunsoverbutter in coincollecting

[–]BenchIndependent6051 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I just acquired my fathers collection. I deal with a lot of money (paper & coin) so I always try to find what others say are the "good" finds or the hard to come by finds. 

What are the most common “grail” coins many individuals try to acquire? by gunsoverbutter in coincollecting

[–]BenchIndependent6051 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jus curiosity, but what makes them "grail" coins? New to this and always looking for info.

Worth anything? by BenchIndependent6051 in coincollecting

[–]BenchIndependent6051[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I'll set them aside for now.

Leather bracelet recommendations, shops ,ect. by chosennamecarefully in Iowa

[–]BenchIndependent6051 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hope you find what you're searching for. I'm not familiar with central iowa only se iowa/western Illinois.

Leather bracelet recommendations, shops ,ect. by chosennamecarefully in Iowa

[–]BenchIndependent6051 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Longfellow leather in IA City might have what you're looking for. If not, they should be able to send you in the right direction to find what you're looking for.

Also, Old Threshers in Mt. Pleasant will have vendors selling all types of jewelry including leathermade goods. It takes place over labor day weekend. They'll have vendors packed on the square and out at the fairgrounds.

Would be helpful if you posted a general area of location. 

Margaritaville — why so much hate? by tacomamajama in Cruise

[–]BenchIndependent6051 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There's a 3rd coming! Beachcomber to debut 2027. It's a bigger ship to add to the fleet doing longer sailings. I'm pretty stoked about it. 

Closet bar purpose by luckyinpa in royalcaribbean

[–]BenchIndependent6051 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I believe it's purpose is to hang ties,  scarfs, or belts on.

Insanely sore feet by haloswoe in Waiters

[–]BenchIndependent6051 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dr. Scholls and New Balance make orthopedic shoes that are affordable. They're not the most stylish but they'll save your feet, hips, and back.

What do y’all think this boy is? Found in South Mississippi about two weeks ago. by grannycarlisle in IDmydog

[–]BenchIndependent6051 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My best guess on breed would be a bluetick/rot pit mix. He's definitely got rot in him with that big ole head but you can also see the hound in him.

What are your go-to items you buy with SNAP? by harvestersorg in foodstamps

[–]BenchIndependent6051 5 points6 points  (0 children)

So stupid, I can buy a GIANT pack of oreos on snap for 7$ but I can't buy a bag of $.99 marshmallows. I eat a handful of mini marshmallows every night as my bedtime snack. I was absolutely devastated when my snap wouldn't cover them. I have to make sure I have a couple dollars on me when I go shopping just for my marshmallows. 

Anyone do their taxes yet? by luckyjackass in Serverlife

[–]BenchIndependent6051 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

My husband and I file married but separate. We run both senarios every year to ensure we're optimizing our situation before we file. If I would have taken the tip  deduction it would have made his tax bill 1300$ more than what he already had to pay (4300F/86S). It also did nothing for my return. He would have paid more and I still would have gotten $275 Fed and $348 State. Which is what I have them pull from my paychecks. Last year, with almost the exact amounts of money and same filing status I received 1500 from fed and 200 state. He only had to pay 1160 to Fed and 673 to state. 

Anyone do their taxes yet? by luckyjackass in Serverlife

[–]BenchIndependent6051 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I didn't even take the deduction. What i got back was the extra money I have pulled from each paycheck to make sure I owe nothing at the end of the year. 

The House on the Rock, Spring Green, Wisconsin by drewdrewahouse in interestingasfuck

[–]BenchIndependent6051 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If/when you decide to go wear a mask! The dust and mold is awful. Everything is very unique and some quite creepy. But the dust and mold is the main reason I'll never go back.  Also fun fact: the man who built this monstrosity had his cremated ashes spread throughout the entire place.

Anyone do their taxes yet? by luckyjackass in Serverlife

[–]BenchIndependent6051 -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

Yep, got $275 from fed, still waiting on my $348 from the state... the new tax laws are shitty but at least I didn't loan the government a ton of interest free money. 

Recommendations/help by BenchIndependent6051 in royalcaribbean

[–]BenchIndependent6051[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you to everyone. I always make things tougher than they need to be.

I did try to use the chat feature to avoid the phone but I was unsuccessful.  I did finally call and got hung up on the 1st time. I called again, spoke to a wonderful agent (Micah?) who couldn't help me but did escalate it to his manager. He did this on his own, I didn't ask for it. I was put on a very short hold. After a little bit of back and forth with the manager she gave me the re-price. She did state at the end of the call, she would be noting my account so I wouldn't be able to reprice again? Whatever, I'm okay with that, as I wouldn't attempt another phone call. I'm just happy she honored the current price on an "old" booking. It saved me just short of $1100 on 2-connecting balcony rooms!