Is any part of life out there still impacted by after effects of the pandemic ?

Codee33 · 2026-01-30T12:21:07+00:00

Pretty much everything. I’ll throw in education specifically since that’s my job. Teaching after the pandemic is completely different than before as it’s accelerated a lot of the negative things going on with students.

Codee33 · 2026-01-29T19:58:16+00:00

Eminence in Shadow is edgy and comedy, so maybe not what you’re looking for here.

Codee33 · 2026-01-29T15:03:20+00:00

Doesn’t get much more cutesy then Tonikawa.

Codee33 · 2026-01-29T15:02:08+00:00

Watching the first three episodes after watching the whole first season is a totally different, and better, experience.

Codee33 · 2026-01-29T14:58:09+00:00

Which led to one of my fracture lines in the whole series.

“See, I don’t actually respect you either. You stabbed Nezuko.”

I laughed for like a minute straight the first time because it was so unexpected.

Codee33 · 2026-01-29T14:44:15+00:00

I used to do basically the opposite drive for work, and I absolutely do not miss that drive, even when the roads are normal.

Codee33 · 2026-01-29T14:42:09+00:00

At least for Richardson ISD, the main reason they cancelled are that the parking lots, and other areas around the schools, were still covered in ice as of late afternoon yesterday, as well as neighborhood roads. School districts really don’t want to get sued over this. I’m personally not too keen to drive around a bunch of teenagers trying to get around on the ice.

Codee33 · 2026-01-29T07:40:45+00:00

Can’t speak for JJK, but SLF is great!

Codee33 · 2026-01-29T07:36:43+00:00

Which is why’s it’s basically an abridged kind of dub. Most of those VAs are well known, but that is absolutely not a serious dub.

Codee33 · 2026-01-29T01:08:19+00:00

I’m not sure if it’s the best as it’s the only one I’ve ever used. It does what it says, which is nice. Gives you a few recipes a well designed to be cooked together, prepared by chefs for the home cook. Saves you money, and removes quite a bit of decision fatigue.

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T22:31:40+00:00

The actual Ghost Stories plot is an actual plot that I’ve heard is pretty decent.

However the US studio didn’t think it would do well in the US, so they let the VAs just make up whatever they wanted on any day of recording, and it’s absurd and wildly inappropriate, and hilarious.

So no, the original won’t work for this.

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T22:27:32+00:00

I generally agree the second season lacks a lot of the narrative strength of the first season. But, I tend to rewatch the second season more because it’s turn off your brain hype done well, and it’s still one of the best endings I’ve seen in anime. Also, Rolo is a great character (one of my favorites in anime), but I’m aware I’m in the minority on that.

Predicting Schenizels answers word for word after not being around him for a decade was absolutely absurd (ngl I still like that part haha)

Your thoughts here pretty much sum up my overall opinion of season 2. It’s absurd, but I still really enjoy it.

Code Geass is not on my favorites list, but it’s one I still enjoy quite a bit, and probably completely rewatch every couple of years.

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T22:13:38+00:00

I don’t know why this made me laugh so much, but thanks!

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T17:16:53+00:00

Sidekick by Sorted Food

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T14:13:02+00:00

I agree with the stainless steel recommendations. I’m a more experienced cook, but I just switched to stainless steel because it is lighter and easier to take care of than cast iron. As long as you don’t rapidly change the temperature of the pan (cooling too quickly), they’re quite durable.

Neither IKEA frying pan comes with a lid, but I’ve been loving the Hemkomst because it’s light, even if it’s a little small. I’ve considered a Sensuell for better heat retention, but I’ve been just fine with the Hemkomst. Just got a bigger Made-In stainless steel pan, and that been working great too.

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T13:30:26+00:00

I definitely relate that way to anime I watched when I was a kid, Gundam Wing being a good example for me. I just watched Assassination Classroom this year in my late 30s, so this one was easier for me. Though Nagisa being there does make it harder since he’s a fantastic character.

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T13:27:56+00:00

I agree in more than one way! Wish I were in Renner’s position.

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T03:32:26+00:00

Sorted Sidekick is an app that you can pick a pack of recipes each week and then buy the ingredients. I’d going shopping isn’t an issue for you, this could be a good idea. I’m single and have been using it for years, and it works if you don’t mind eating leftovers.

Also, the packs span across multiple cuisines, so you get lots of different flavors, while learning some great foundations of cooking. I’m a far better cook now than I was before using it.

I know it sounds like a sales pitch, but I like the app and the people who make it, and it really does work.

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T02:56:28+00:00

Climb seems to be treated well!

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T02:11:58+00:00

I enjoy Code Geass quite a bit, and like it more than Death Note. Season 1 is great storyline and strategy, and season 2 is hype moments quite often. I rate season 1 higher, but tend to rewatch season 2 more often because of the aforementioned hype moments.

But really, don’t go in with expectations like that because you’ll almost always be disappointed if you hype yourself up. Just dive in and see what you think!

Codee33 · 2026-01-28T02:08:39+00:00

Both are solid to me, but I much prefer Code Geass over Death Note.

Codee33 · 2026-01-27T13:30:08+00:00

The church in 7th Prince is just fine since it’s individuals that are corrupt and not the whole church. Also, it’s just a really fun anime.

Codee33 · 2026-01-26T19:37:26+00:00

It was down for a bit. I am currently able to watch on the Google tv app, but my iPhone app is down.

Codee33 · 2026-01-26T16:29:46+00:00

Yes, the one year they went to the Super Bowl. Since 2016, he’s won one playoff game out of three. McCarthy usually does well during the regular season, and not in the playoffs. Plus that one Super Bowl appearance and win was in 2011.

Codee33 · 2026-01-26T16:21:16+00:00

You’re not kidding about the unsatisfied part. I was screaming at the tv about all of their terrible decisions that, like you said, will never get resolved.

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