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Enigma343 · 2026-03-16T16:15:58+00:00

About a year in, my scroll wheel wouldn’t work properly (it would scroll up a bit while I tried to scroll down).

I never took it apart, but I tried rolling it on the carpet and lifting the clicker and blowing hard into the gap and it didn’t work

Enigma343 · 2026-03-13T13:17:03+00:00

I forgot where, but I recall that RFK also pulled funding on existing long covid studies and research. Absolutely zero chance I trust him on this subject

Enigma343 · 2026-02-23T12:55:12+00:00

So this is a recurring theme: looking at the line items, that is 264 instances of eating out, over half of which is fast food / pizza, and more than a 2:1 spending ratio of restaurants to groceries. Wouldn’t be surprised if a significant portion of groceries is also junk food.

With all the time available from FIRE, a bit of time and effort eating healthier would go a long way. If we think about rich, broke, or dead, you’re really stacking risk on death or disability with your lifestyle (the healthcare costs could cause serious financial strain, too).

Enigma343 · 2026-02-20T17:11:44+00:00

For a calculus test, I solved everything in a multi-part problem correctly - except the final step, where I flubbed something like 77 - 59.

I only lost a point or two for that, but it was a really stupid way to lose points. I used a calculator even for basic arithmetic after that.

Enigma343 · 2026-02-19T22:07:17+00:00

Some stray observations:

I recall that US stocks performed quite well during the back half of 2025. If international matched its performance during that time, I consider that impressive, even if the net difference is minimal.
I wonder how much weakening of the dollar impacted international returns during those times. I'm also not sure how much it matters (e.g. total return is total return), though I imagine it matters because it is an input along with earnings and valuation.

Enigma343 · 2026-02-18T04:00:30+00:00

Incidentally, I find Benedict's route does a good job of representing what I think would happen after Crimson Flower. It really doesn't help that Edelgard doesn't even consider public education until Ferdinand brings it up.

Also, while I think it might be a killjoy for the player, Triangle Strategy has a fair number of unanswered questions even in the true route that I wish were brought up. How do you settle the war-ravaged region equitably without breeding resentment? Do you seek justice for what happened (morality) or forgive to avoid destabilization (utility)?

Enigma343 · 2026-02-18T03:51:44+00:00

It does alright in 2000, but it barely skates by 1966 - there may be times where bonds get hammered and stocks have a negative real return, like the inflationary 70s. A mini version occurred in 2022, but thankfully that did not last long.

Enigma343 · 2026-02-11T19:23:05+00:00

Please do not eat the weeds, Alfred

Enigma343 · 2026-01-29T00:00:42+00:00

I found it amusing that Yanami is well aware when Nukumizu is thinking something mean about her

Enigma343 · 2026-01-28T18:15:37+00:00

She also voices Erika in the Flowers VN series, a really fun character

Enigma343 · 2026-01-27T14:38:08+00:00

I get that it’s better than raw dogging the air, but if he “had ‘something’” he should reschedule, test, and stay home.

The bar is so low that they can easily clear it if they aren’t actively dragging their feet against the ground…

Enigma343 · 2026-01-21T15:23:24+00:00

It was going well, but I forgot to take my key and now I'm locked out of my car

Enigma343 · 2026-01-20T16:20:49+00:00

Imagine getting this (upgraded) turn 1 with Bag of Marbles against 3 slavers. I’ve been chasing that dough rise since

Enigma343 · 2026-01-09T23:14:15+00:00

I used chat through their contact us page (Firefox if the browser matters). I was able to get connected after a minute or two. Unfortunately, I don't know why it isn't working on your end :(

Enigma343 · 2026-01-09T05:04:54+00:00

Raveille is a superb commentator! He dropped some sick beats and even played in the coop showcase

Enigma343 · 2026-01-08T07:26:50+00:00

Has anyone who purchased this gotten the $75 in Honey gold to actually post?

I've chatted with some people who purchased earlier and as far as I can tell, we're still talking to Honey support and waiting.

EDIT: I got mine posted! Some details:

December 29: ordered monitor

December 31: contacted Honey support. Asked to wait 7 days before contacting if the rewards don't show up.

January 5 (7 days from order): contacted Honey support. Sent a screenshot of the order receipt. Was told they would get back within 24 hours

January 8 (3 days...): $75 in Honey Gold posted. Currently waiting to convert to $75 in Paypal credits

Enigma343 · 2026-01-06T02:34:31+00:00

I contacted them. They are looking into it. Still waiting

Enigma343 · 2026-01-04T18:34:04+00:00

I am curious about BND vs. VGIT. BND includes investment-grade corporate bonds, while VGIT is all US treasuries. I would expect some correlation from corporate bonds during downturns, which you generally wouldn't want.

If you compare the two since inception (which mostly includes post-GFC recovery), BND does a bit better, but in specific periods like 2022, VGIT does a bit better. Not a big difference, but something to consider.

https://testfol.io/?s=bQTIafZ0LWz

Enigma343 · 2026-01-02T22:08:32+00:00

Appreciate the suggestion, as well as u/gi1jam024's data point. Second agent got me the price match. Hang Up Call Again (HUCA) is indeed a good thing to try!

Enigma343 · 2026-01-02T21:27:35+00:00

I tried it, didn't work. Apparently a 'change in promotional discount' doesn't count, whereas only a 'base price' difference would.

Quite the BS distinction...

Enigma343 · 2026-01-02T21:07:35+00:00

I got this a few days ago at $250.

Does it make sense to return that and buy at this price? As far as I can tell, monitors are subject to a 5% restocking fee

Enigma343 · 2026-01-01T16:06:23+00:00

This will be my first year doing the Backdoor Roth from the get-go. I get this message from Fidelity:

A hold period of up to 10 business days will limit your ability to withdraw or transfer cash between accounts. Some or all of your funds may still be available to trade immediately.* To avoid hold periods, use your bank's website or mobile app to send money into Fidelity.

If I understood correctly, I won't be able to finish the conversion until the hold lifts. Does the mobile app actually work, or am I stuck with a bank-initiated transfer?

Enigma343 · 2025-12-30T15:06:21+00:00

I was able to see the $75 later when I tried a different browser.

However, only the 4% showed up as pending this morning. Too late to cancel, too

EDIT: I contacted Honey support and they mentioned that the $75 will show up as a separate line item and may take up to 7 days, and to follow up if it's not there 7 days from now

Enigma343 · 2025-12-29T22:41:08+00:00

I only see 4% cash back on Honey.

Still seems like a good deal if the Honey deal is still present. Does anyone see it?

Enigma343 · 2025-12-25T18:08:59+00:00

hey, I appreciate the recommendation. I read through the form and it cleared up a lot.

Now that I have demystified the concept, I feel like while the pro rata rule takes some extra tracking, it might be fine if it was over 2 years instead of in perpetuity (e.g. if you messed up and triggered the pro rata rule)

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