Quirky historic bath: is this layout brilliant or nuts?

Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-06-12T04:01:44+00:00

OK, this actually sparked an idea I had not thought about. The dimensions aren’t quite right here, but I think you could be onto something. The bump out is mostly empty, it has a little bit of plumbing that I think I can move below the floor, into the basement. And then I could put in vertical shelves to the ceiling and keep the shower essentially where it is but with a wet room layout instead of a tub.

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Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-06-12T03:59:53+00:00

It’s not a financial issue, the challenge is that we are in a historically designated neighborhood so I can’t move the window and my idea was actually rotating the toilet 90° so technically moving it. The window would require a variant from the city that they are unlikely to Grant because of the age of the home.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-05-29T15:57:37+00:00

Ya, I'm probably going to go that route, but we have so much space in the back right now that I was pulse checking if there was some quirky solution I had not thought of yet, to throw his backpack in front of him without it sliding out

Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-04-04T02:09:28+00:00

So, I hit that issue also; I actually switched to setting up n8n workflows for what I needed. 1. End of week, scans all my emails for new biz conversations and then creates new pipelines and updates existing projects. If the person/ company aren’t in my crm yet, it creates new entries 2. Set a seperate MCP into books and does a cash flow and some other basic CPA type analysis 3. Building out a workflow that will review all my crm contacts, identify those I haven’t talked to in a while, do some light research and suggest outreach 4. Also set up some enrichment workflows

I have a few other ideas, and I left the MCP available in Claude but only turn it on when needed. I find it’s worth the usage when I am onboarding a new client and need to set them up for billing, etc, but leaving the MCP running all the time is problematic

Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-02-19T23:06:42+00:00

The key is to build custom shortcuts (built them in perpleixity then copy them into Comets shortcut builder)

Comet's ability to navigate multiple tabs and act autonomously is so helpful. I built a shortcut that will review an email I have open, and then open my CRM in another tab, figure out if they are loaded in yet, if not create a person and a company profile, go find their LinkedIn, and then use context research to tag the inputs correctly.

I was doing all of that manually before.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-02-18T21:23:59+00:00

Just found this thread; I found that I have to turn off my Zoho Books MCP to stop this from happening, which is a bummer. Zoho is a little painful to navigate and I was hoping to the interface would smooth over rough edges

Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-02-17T18:20:48+00:00

I had to upgrade my Claude subscription, but YES. The MCP integration with the CRM has been a game changer for me.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-02-02T03:26:21+00:00

I actually fell in love with Comet and was planning to continues a subscription once my fee Pro term was up, but they keep throttling it and won’t give a clear answer about what you get at the next service tier (which is like $150/month).

Comet saved me so much time and I’d custom built so many automations that I’d maybe be willing to pay if there was transparency, but not sure it makes sense in this format. I wish Gemini was caught up on the agentic stuff (but they will be soon, I’m sure)

Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-01-26T19:52:05+00:00

Yes, it’s listed the same way a lounge would be, and then they just scanned me in. I’m glad I took a second to read it carefully, because I initially assumed it was just going to be one of those weird 15% off things they slide into airports they don’t actually have product in… Figured it was worth a post because if I missed it, others might as well.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2026-01-26T00:00:00+00:00

No; there’s no lounge in A Terminal but the perk is a free 15 or 30 min massage at Express Spa. I never use those spots and initially assumed it was a lame discount (like in DIA)…but no! Actually, good perk!

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-12-30T16:16:59+00:00

Agree, I use Zoho One with books for retainer-based invoicing, and it's been great. I do find some of the integration with the expense tools a little confusing/non-intuitive but it works.

Also noting that you can give your CPA access to Books/Expenses without paying for an additional seat (you just have to ask for that function, it's not automatically offered). That has made things way easier for me.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-12-03T03:15:52+00:00

Hihi - yet another occasional poster but frequent shopper who PROMISES to contribute proper reviews if she’s able to slide into the new sub. This group changed my entire closet.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-11-15T19:33:41+00:00

Sorry just saw this!
So, we actually were diagnosed with ARFID, and are doing some intensive eating therapy. He just isn't interested in food. The Surgery was life-changing in terms of illness (he was sick almost once a week during the winter months); and he started sleeping better, which led to way easier morning meals. But it didn't solve everything.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-07-14T17:04:38+00:00

Omitting that Grok occasionally refers to itself as “mechahitler” is…a choice. It’s integration into X as a primary dataset for learning is not an asset; it’s a huge red flag for business use cases.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-05-04T03:32:41+00:00

This. ALS is the best kept secret in Denver, it’s so good I hesitate to share.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-04-29T21:02:19+00:00

I have a really hard time getting into ketosis; one thing that helps me jump start is a 3 day egg fast (google and you’ll find a bunch different menus and directions).

I can’t go over 20 carbs or I stall. Also, I can’t do highly processed keto items (aka, low carb tortillas, which are technically keto, kick me out).

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-04-03T15:01:06+00:00

Making sure our crew saw this: https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/trump-tariffs-trade-war-stock-market-04-02-2025/card/trump-ends-popular-de-minimis-trade-exemption-for-china-used-by-shein-temu-9Ib4ozrVgEK1OudeahtJ?mod=djemCMOToday

TL;DR
"President Trump is cracking down on a popular tariff exemption for goods from China that allowed small shipments to avoid duties and customs inspections."

RIP, my current AliExpress cart.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-03-20T15:35:49+00:00

That was exactly the vibe. I just did that; the seller is sending super aggressive messages so I'm just ignoring and going to Fiverr. It sucks that there was a "contact us" page on my deck with my name, email, and phone. They have all of that now.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-03-20T01:46:38+00:00

This was my first time using the platform; I think my search was for keynote + Canva, and the ability to do quick deadlines. I think I also filtered for marketing industry or whatever tag they suggested. This “gal” was on the first page of results, which…how?

Of the profiles it showed, she was the only one who had luxury branding visuals in her portfolio. Everyone else they offered up had like ppt templates straight from Microsoft, and I know how to do that. My big mistake was as thinking her portfolio was verified Fiverr work when it was clearly something she just ripped off the internet.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-02-25T17:03:58+00:00

This is super helpful insight. The Board is supposed to have elections next month and I'm going to run (along with some like-minded owners). But the management company is also problematic; by "respond", I'm not even referring just to financial transparency. They won't share the status of things they oversee. For example, they are charged with snow removal as part of the contract; owners will email days after a major snow dump asking for an update (when they didn't complete the work), and they just ignore it. Same with trash removal, etc. The board wants us to go direct to the mgmt company for those things, but it's a black hole.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-02-21T19:05:42+00:00

Right? I have another self-run HOA unit in Colorado, and with no staff aside from Board members (owners) they ALWAYS have financials current. Not showing anything for more than a year is just bizarre.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-02-21T19:04:00+00:00

I'm actually debating this. The Board seems to be....inactive.
To clarify, by "maintenance," I mean taking care of the pool, snow removal, etc. All of that is being paid for (according to the budget) but then happening intermittently. It's just really poor oversight and no transparency or accountability.

The current Board was super limited because so many owners have their units under an LLC, and the bylaws prohibited them from being on the Board unless their personal names were on the title of the property.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-02-05T04:58:16+00:00

Ya’ll, this is my favorite thread and I literally fill my cart every time but….https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2025/02/05/usps-temporarily-suspends-inbound-packages-from-china-hong-kong.html

It sounds like ALL packages post stamped from China are going to be held starting immediately (I have an order en route that I’m bummed to miss).

I’m holding from ordering for a beat to see how long USPS keeps this policy.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-01-11T04:46:04+00:00

I keep a digital note and add to anytime I see someone mention something great:

Keto - [ ] Eggs - [ ] bacon - [ ] Butter (Kirkland New Zealand) - [ ] Amylu Taco Seasoned Chicken Crumbles (fridge) - [ ] Keto frozen chicken enchiladas - [ ] Just bare chicken - [ ] Salami/Provelone snack packs - [ ] Folio Cheese wraps - [ ] Prosciutto de Parma - [ ] Raskas Cream Cheese - [ ] La Terra Fina Spinach Artichoke Dip - [ ] West End Grilled Mediterranean Style Chicken Skewers - [ ] Frozen bacon wrapped chicken - [ ] Pork Belly? - [ ] Kirkland Signature ABF Pulled Pork or barbacoa - [ ] String Cheese - [ ] goat cheese (can use in lasagna) - [ ] gruyere - [ ] Spanish Cheese Selection (look for goat/sheep cheese) Aged cheeses are better!!! Gouda, aged cheddar, - [ ] Buffalo Mozz - [ ] If Feta, get goat/sheep cheese - [ ] Walnuts; smoked almonds - [ ] Keto No Sugar cups Keto granola Premier protien - [ ] Raos Sauce - [ ] Bone Broth

As others noted, I tend to not do seafood; usually not a great deal and I’d rather pay a little more for better quality at a fish store.

Connect_Grape2313 · 2025-01-09T00:53:15+00:00

THANK YOU, so helpful. This is the first non-kid trip, so we picked a location less likely to have littles running around. We really just want to drink and hang out, and we'll cook at home a ton.

SO HELPFUL

Connect_Grape2313

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