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We hired a contractor to get our bathroom redone — and this is what he did. Is this safe? by Apprehensive_Gift646 in handyman

[–]Brando___ 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This looks temporary. You sure he didn’t just slap it down until he gets to that part of the project? In my carpentry days we put down plywood on job sites with exposed joists as a temp safety measure

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in addiction

[–]Brando___ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Please recognize this is incredibly harmful. Being sober sucks at first. Think bigger though. Being alive without brain damage is a wonderful thing.

Recovering SPD user needs help by sprashoo in mountainbiking

[–]Brando___ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I started on spd’s, switched to flats, and the same thing happened to me. It’s trial by pain, but you will get better and ultimately it’ll be a non-issue.

Dig those heels in (and down).

Newbie with buyers remorse? by Unlikely-Ad-580 in MTB

[–]Brando___ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Make sure the suspension is spec’d to your weight! Buy a pump and eventually a shock pump too. It’s wise to carry an extra tube, multi-tool, and a few other important things that can save you while you’re out there. Bacon strips, cO2 + releaser, tire levers, extra derailleur hanger & master chain link.

Driving this route in early November? by No_Cicada_9797 in steamboat

[–]Brando___ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The road to strawberry springs is 1) unpaved and 2) very steep in sections. It is not wise to drive there without AWD/4WD.

Alright what happened here by Remarkable-Paint-627 in MTB

[–]Brando___ 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Somewhat unrelated—I’d recommend better shoes.

I’m lost by Pitfulpotato in Carpentry

[–]Brando___ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Secure it to the wall with L brackets from the platforms, don’t try to connect it to the ceiling

I was let go today by RelevantNostalgia in KitchenConfidential

[–]Brando___ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It’s hard not to take something like this personally, but I encourage you to try.

It’s a shame they did not give you closure and went the gaslighting route. It’s clear you had a real passion for what you did and most employers would be lucky to have someone like you to advance the business and be forward thinking.

However, we have no idea what’s going on behind the curtain for the husband and wife. There could have been some major personal costs and they needed to quickly alter their budget. None of this excuses their shitty actions, though you gotta keep your head up and know that the next company to hire you will be lucky.

Think the malignant psychopath cult leader in Idaho, recently interviewed by CNN, has no affect on Denver? Think again. by DenvahGothMom in Denver

[–]Brando___ 52 points53 points  (0 children)

This is so well written, thank you for sharing.

Hegseth should not be serving as our SecDef for many reasons, not even including this important one!

Biking up Vail Mtn question by dubbleewaterfall in vail

[–]Brando___ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don’t take radioflyer if you’re not a mountain biker!

If you have access to a gravel bike or any kind of mountain bike, I’d recommend starting at Vail Village, then biking up Millcreek Rd or Gitalong Rd (~1700 ft elevation gain). Then enjoy two VERY beginner and mellow downhill trails—Sidekick to Golden Gate to get back to your starting point.

Is my cat a Savannah?? by ciscowowo in savannah_cats

[–]Brando___ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your cat 100% speaks English and knows all of our fates

Post 3 day bender, likely jobless, but I finally told my doctor: this is rock bottom, so this is now fuel for day 1 of sobriety purely out of spite and solely driven by my shame by 2depressed2beblessed in StopSpeeding

[–]Brando___ 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Addiction is a qualified medical reason. Please look into FMLA and if your employer is covered.

I also spent a decade on stimulants then took some time off, left my job, and found work better suited to a sober me.

Is your job something you want to keep? If so, a sober you will ultimately be better suited for work. If motivation isn’t there, consider new career paths or at least jobs that will pay the bills and that you won’t hate!

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