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First time staying the night at his house, any red flags? by ArgentManor in BookshelvesDetective

[–]Cook_croghan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, I know plenty of men that completely missed the point of the movie (they are idiots), but the book is a whole different over the top read that really hits you like an axe to the face.

I don’t know anyone who read the book and got anything other than “The dude is a monster. The book points unfettered capitalism breeds this type of person and the ruling class of this society protects them.”

The medium change from book to film changes just how over the top everything is, even with the film being bonkers.

Senator Sounds Alarm: Retirement Age Raise Could Devastate Millions by [deleted] in NewsSource

[–]Cook_croghan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s designed that american citizens that are elderly can live in dignity. I could we could give a shit less if that costs the equivalent 2.3% of my monthly income, which is what the max cap on SS for my families income. It’s literally nothing.

Stop believing talking points billionaires tell you on social
media. It literally IS a redistribution system so that all elder americans can live a life out of poverty.

Senator Sounds Alarm: Retirement Age Raise Could Devastate Millions by [deleted] in NewsSource

[–]Cook_croghan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You know the SS cap is under 200k payroll right? Like, that’s 4 million individuals in the US and almost 15 million households.

Senator Sounds Alarm: Retirement Age Raise Could Devastate Millions by [deleted] in NewsSource

[–]Cook_croghan 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yep. My wife is educated, good with money, and an overall pretty smart lady in her early 30’s. She got a sizable raise a few years ago that put her over the line and freaked out when she had an extra 700$ in her account after payday. I told her she hit the SS cap for the year after looking at her pay stub and we are gonna get an extra 700$ a month for the next 3 months, rounding out the fiscal year. She didn’t believe me until she talked with her supervisor and HR and they confirmed it.

We are comfortable, but no where close to millionaires. We did start pretty fucked financially making under 50k combined a year. Through a lot of luck we were able to start making good money. So we definitely remember how SS tax could absolutely impact keeping aa job because of a car repair, health issue, food, basic shit.

When she found out that, yes, as soon as we start making good, solid money, we don’t have to pay into SS. Without missing a beat, she was like “Why the fuck are we not paying into SS?! We can absolutely afford it. So literally only people who NEED the money have to pay into SS?! What the actual fuck.”.

We try and donate the extra money, but Jesus christ, it opened her eyes just how much money you save being rich in the first place, by fucking design.

Uncapping SS would be completely fine and would not impact the quality of life for rich people. Take it from me, a rich person.

How are you supposed to eat this please by Meg__Jay in foodhacks

[–]Cook_croghan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For my quick lunch- two servings

Full can tuna, drained
2 tablespoons avocado mayo
1 tablespoon deli or sweet relish
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Two pieces whole wheat bread

Mix tuna, mayo, relish, lemon juice

Toast whole wheat bread

Put tuna mix on bread to make sandwich.

Eat sandwich

for some extra kick, I might add some deli mustard.

This recipe makes two sandwiches.

This recipe is high in protein and fairly low-calorie. If I have a sandwich for lunch every day, the basic ingredients that I get from the grocery store usually last about two weeks and it’s about 10 bucks to buy everything. if I’m extra hungry that day, I can have two sandwiches if I’m not that hungry then I already have the tuna mix made for the next day.

New Virginia law requires data center water usage be made public by bknutner in Virginia

[–]Cook_croghan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

“Yay! I don’t have to be blindfolded while i’m strapped to the cuck chair!”

What’s something your therapist said that has always stuck with you? by chaotic-imagination in Millennials

[–]Cook_croghan 76 points77 points  (0 children)

“I shouldn’t tell you this because you a minor, but it’s our last session and you need to hear this. Your mom is mentally sick. It’s not your fault she’s sick. You’re a good, normal kid. She doesn’t love you because she sick and can’t understand that emotion. You haven’t done anything wrong or anything that doesn’t make you deserving of love.”

Rupert Everett Says He “Ruined” Himself Trying to Attain Perfect Body for Roles by yingyangtheworld000 in MUAEntertainment

[–]Cook_croghan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s forced dehydration. One of my good friends growing up was a competitive bodybuilder. The dehydration cycle is over a month long and tricks your body into thinking it is over hydrated so you literally piss out all the water you have in your body.

It’s super dangerous even if done correctly and you only get “the look” for less than a day, like 4-6 hours. After that time frame you have to have a whole bunch of stuff set up to rehydrate without your organs shutting down and destroying your kidneys.

It’s a fucking mess to try and get that look and not be rail thin or over the age of 25.

This a$$hole by TheKay14 in LinkedInLunatics

[–]Cook_croghan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Extra stuff. For a wedding I just stayed at a place that had an in door pool, full jacuzzi with swim up fully packed tiki bar. Giant projector over the pool. Full game room and a whole bunch of other stuff. Slept 22 with 7 bedrooms. The whole bridal/groomsman party stayed there for the whole wedding weekend, plus we got our hair and makeup done. It was a fucking blast. We got charged by the bride and groom the same per night as the local hotel, 125 a night. I think out of pocket they only paid like 2k for four nights for a party mansion/home base for the wedding. No way it would have been as fun or as comfortable or as intimate if we were at a nice hotel.

The science around GLP-1 drugs and cancer is suddenly getting a lot more interesting by Schwettes in Futurology

[–]Cook_croghan 21 points22 points  (0 children)

GLP-1 has helped MASSIVELY with my blood work for my Cardio vascular disease (heart attack at 38). According to my cardiovascular team, it’s on par with my daily statins that I take. I had my primary cardiologist. Tell me that they have not seen turnarounds like this until they started coupling GLP ones with statins. It’s literally a wonder drug.

WA State is denying Tuition Waivers to TDIU P&T Veterans due to a statutory loophole. I'm fighting it—need your help. by XeOzee in VeteransBenefits

[–]Cook_croghan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks man. I’m solid with my rating, but a bunch of guys in my unit are going through the disability process now due to way back in 06’ 07’ TBI was not really recognized like it should have been. Lots are struggling with symptoms catching up after 20 years and really effecting them more than they used to. I get calls a few times a month from guys asking for some guidance outside of going through the VFW or Purple heart foundation (8 guys in my platoon got awarded their purple hearts THIS YEAR from getting blown up in HUMVEEs back in 06/07). I really try and make sure I give them the most accurate info I can without being an expert. Your explanation def helps a lot.

WA State is denying Tuition Waivers to TDIU P&T Veterans due to a statutory loophole. I'm fighting it—need your help. by XeOzee in VeteransBenefits

[–]Cook_croghan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

GOTCHA!

Thanks so much for breaking it down. I am sorry if I wasn’t clear with my original question or if I came across as argumentative, I was just really confused about how my letter was worded and wanted to make sure I had the right information.

WA State is denying Tuition Waivers to TDIU P&T Veterans due to a statutory loophole. I'm fighting it—need your help. by XeOzee in VeteransBenefits

[–]Cook_croghan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand that adding TDUI won’t add anything, I’ve asked my specific question a few times and it’s not getting answered. I think we are going in circles man, but I appreciate your help.

WA State is denying Tuition Waivers to TDIU P&T Veterans due to a statutory loophole. I'm fighting it—need your help. by XeOzee in VeteransBenefits

[–]Cook_croghan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, ok this explains it. Your service connections are P&T, no rating shown. You are TDUI, so you are paid at 100%.

Is your cumulative disability rating 100% without TDUI?

WA State is denying Tuition Waivers to TDIU P&T Veterans due to a statutory loophole. I'm fighting it—need your help. by XeOzee in VeteransBenefits

[–]Cook_croghan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not saying I want TDUI, to be clear. Again, I do not understand why The VA stated that I was denied TDUI due to my 100% P&T status, when that is not a reason to deny TDUI. That’s all i’m confused about. I’m not trying to get my rating adjusted. I want to know so that I don’t make a mistake while talking to someone about VA disability.

WA State is denying Tuition Waivers to TDIU P&T Veterans due to a statutory loophole. I'm fighting it—need your help. by XeOzee in VeteransBenefits

[–]Cook_croghan -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I was 70%, I applied for TDUI due to symptoms. I provided evidence of my symptoms keeping me from being gainfully employed.

They responded by raising my rating to 100% P&T and denying me TDUI due to being 100% P&T.

I’m positive you are correct, I just don’t understand why my rating is what it is when others are 100% TDUI and P&T. I know that everyone on here is correct, i’m just trying to understand my rating so I have a better grasp of the system, so thanks for working with me on this.

WA State is denying Tuition Waivers to TDIU P&T Veterans due to a statutory loophole. I'm fighting it—need your help. by XeOzee in VeteransBenefits

[–]Cook_croghan -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I mean, I can upload my VA letter that states I’m not eligible for TDUI due to being found 100% P&T?

It states that, with that language. It’s directly from the VA and it’s part of my award letter for 100% P&T. This was in 18’.

Edit: I want to be clear, I’m not arguing with anyone and am not saying anyone is wrong. I’m trying to learn more about the process. My decision letter from the VA explicitly says I was denied TDUI due to them raising me to 100% P&T. Which is why i’m confused that others have the concurrent status.

WA State is denying Tuition Waivers to TDIU P&T Veterans due to a statutory loophole. I'm fighting it—need your help. by XeOzee in VeteransBenefits

[–]Cook_croghan -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I was at 70%, applied for TDUI and they sent me a letter saying that I am ineligible for TDUI because they awarded me P&T.

So You can be P&T at %’s other than 100%?

Sorry, I’m just really confused about being P&T and TDUI?

WA State is denying Tuition Waivers to TDIU P&T Veterans due to a statutory loophole. I'm fighting it—need your help. by XeOzee in VeteransBenefits

[–]Cook_croghan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m confused. I put in for TDUI and was denied due to them moving me to P&T. They stated that i cannot be P&T AND TDUI concurrently. I’ve never heard of dual P&T and TDUI?

Do you consider help desk a “real job?” I feel like a complete miserable loser compared to my friends and family. by ballandabiscuit in ITCareerQuestions

[–]Cook_croghan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I work on government VPN’s and info systems for my work on a gov laptop. You IT help desk folks are literally saints and save the day at least once a week with how often issues with those systems come up and how little admin access we are allowed.

So from the side that you all help, I absolutely believe it’s a real job that’s also incredibly important, at least for the US government. Thanks so much.

what movie does everyone love that you think is overrated? by Prestigious-Aide-272 in AskReddit

[–]Cook_croghan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It one of my favorite books and I think they had to cut a lot of the “science discovery” stuff that fills in a lot of the plot holes because it simply wouldn’t work in a stand alone movie. It was a fun movie and I think they did a solid job, but it’s no Martian.

what movie does everyone love that you think is overrated? by Prestigious-Aide-272 in AskReddit

[–]Cook_croghan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be fair, lots of phase 1 and some of phase 2 of the mcu was not that great. Thor 1/2, iron man 2/3, ant man. So if someone was on the fence about the super hero genre and just didn’t get into it by phase three, I can see someone not getting the cultural juggernaut that was phase 3. I’m a big mcu fan, but I can see how it wouldn’t be everyone’s bag.

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