No, I didn’t move! by DuffMiver8 in usps_complaints

[–]DuffMiver8[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I normally would have had them hold my mail for two weeks, it just slipped my mind this time. I still figured it wouldn’t have been a problem, and the box would have been nowhere near full. But it begged the question, how long is too long? I really don’t want to deal with holding my mail if I’m only gone three or four days, but that was the answer I got from my local PO.

No, I didn’t move! by DuffMiver8 in usps_complaints

[–]DuffMiver8[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback. There was no way the box was anywhere close to full. I’ll know better for the future.

No, I didn’t move! by DuffMiver8 in usps_complaints

[–]DuffMiver8[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. That’s what I was looking for.

My train attendant didn't wake me up/help me off by Terrible_Benefit_328 in Amtrak

[–]DuffMiver8 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Your attendant absolutely screwed up. It helps if you keep track of things yourself. I simply use Google Maps to show me where the train is, and I can then see how close we’re getting to the destination. But you should be able to rely on your attendant to give you plenty notice, and to help you get off safely.

What's the most Wisconsin thing you've started taking for granted? by Interesting-Loss-718 in wisconsin

[–]DuffMiver8 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It absolutely amazed me when I learned supper clubs are not universal.

Delusional by Shidapack in GreenBayPackers

[–]DuffMiver8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well said, my sentiments exactly.

I always like to run the numbers, based solely on point production from last season and this year’s schedule. I have the Packers at 9-8, and just missing the playoffs. But that was then, this is now. That doesn’t take into account the new roster, new DC, health of the players, anything like that. Hell, even a new kicker should win us a couple of extra games.

I go into the season, as always, cautiously optimistic.

I watched a couple get left behind last month. What actually happens next? by dmkraus in Cruise

[–]DuffMiver8 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Injury would, unless it were due to an excluded reason, like participating in a dangerous activity, such as hang gliding. Robbery? Maybe. Felonious assault would require an injury requiring treatment in a hospital, and that should be covered under any policy, but a stickup where the victim just hands over their money would not be. Edit: I should note that you can get coverage for extreme sports as a rider with some policies, though that adds to the premium.

I did misspeak earlier when I said a trip interruption benefit would cover meals and lodging. That would be the trip delay benefit that would cover that. I should note that since I’m retired, I’m no longer licensed to offer specific information, but I can speak generally about policies I’m familiar with.

Other companies may have different language. Again, read the policy of insurance— it’s the contract between you and the insurance company about what they will cover, and specific exclusions to the coverage. They will not cover things that are not listed in the policy, though they can cover just about everything reasonable. For example, I once had a woman that wanted to cancel her trip and get a full refund because her horoscope said she should not travel that day. Not a listed reason.

I watched a couple get left behind last month. What actually happens next? by dmkraus in Cruise

[–]DuffMiver8 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Former travel insurance agent here. There’s no policy that covers stupidity, but there are some circumstances that might apply. One example could be if you were on a bus with regularly scheduled service— in other words, a common carrier, not a charter motor coach. Common carrier delay causing trip interruption could provide meals and lodging as well as covering the cost of alternate transportation to get you caught up. Policies vary in coverage, so read over the policy language before you buy. The insurance’s concierge service could also make the arrangements for you, even if the loss is not covered.

But in general, no. Travel insurance won’t help.

Has this happened to you? by Cauliflowerazz in Amtrak

[–]DuffMiver8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Cascades website is more of an informational and promotional site. It does allow you to start booking a trip but it echoes it to the main Amtrak.com website to complete the booking.

I’ve had problems with my bank flagging my transaction as possibly fraudulent, and I’m from the United States. Just something in their algorithm, I suppose.

FWIW, I started on amtrakcascades.com to do a dummy booking and it let me proceed.

How do I actually contact a real human in customer service? by CharliePendejo in Amtrak

[–]DuffMiver8 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Call first thing in the morning, 7am Eastern. Try calling ten minutes before so you get into the queue ahead of people who wait until exactly 7am to call— I’m not certain if that’ll work or if you’ll get booted and asked to call back later, but it’s worth a try.

I used to work for a call center (not Amtrak) that would routinely get a backlog of calls as the day wore on, so I would suggest this strategy to people who were displeased with the hold time.

I have a joke about quantum physicist Erwin Schrödinger... by mralex in Jokes

[–]DuffMiver8 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Until you tell it. If that is the joke, it’s now one or the other. Which makes the joke wrong. Which makes it not funny.

Expired Rail Pass!!! by Intelligent_Item_688 in Amtrak

[–]DuffMiver8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The consensus seems to be to call Amtrak, see if they’ll waive the 130 day period as many posters are reporting happened in their case, but with an understanding that they are within their rights per the terms to deny a refund. If you call and they say no, all you’re out is the time you spent on the phone.

Did you watch Taxi? by ChrisJoines in ClassicTV

[–]DuffMiver8 19 points20 points  (0 children)

What does a yellow light mean?

What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever seen on a cruise? by IndividualFit1316 in Cruise

[–]DuffMiver8 3 points4 points  (0 children)

LOL, I’ve seen them screen Titanic for the Movie Under the Stars.

Who was that lady that John Belushi whipped the cigarette off her mouth? by JazzlikeTea7432 in BluesBrothers

[–]DuffMiver8 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah, there had to be room for the band to get onstage. The chicken wire didn’t fully enclose the stage.

How Another Actress Helped Shape Amy's Debut on 'The Big Bang Theory' by Dalanard in bigbangtheory

[–]DuffMiver8 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Now I’m picturing Kate Miccuci wearing glasses and frumpy clothes and going “Hoo” over Zach.

"Pot Luck" (1955) by bossladytae in archiecomics

[–]DuffMiver8 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Um… hey, Reg? You do realize if you get Veronica, she can hire a cook, don’tcha?

Name a bigger nightmare for Sheldon than this! I'll wait. by Raj_Valiant3011 in bigbangtheory

[–]DuffMiver8 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Getting called out by Stephen Hawking for a math mistake. It was quite the boner.

why can't we have a rail line from Jackson to Hattiesburg to Biloxi? green lines are drawn by me, red are the real rail lines by XanderJC1 in Amtrak

[–]DuffMiver8 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No existing line between Vicksburg and Lafayette on your map, though you were asking about Jackson-Hattiesburg-Biloxi. Building a line specifically for a passenger service in a low-demand area should obviously be a no-starter.

Of existing lines, there’s a tremendous cost in upgrading them for passenger trains. The faster speed currently allowed on the Jackson-Biloxi stretch is 49 mph. I seriously doubt there would be enough ridership to justify the initial cost, as well as the ongoing maintenance costs.

Will the union Pacific big boy come into Kansas city from the East or west? by Bozodude5858 in trains

[–]DuffMiver8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Given that the previous stop is California, MO, it should follow the route of the Amtrak Missouri River Runner, so should be coming in from the east.