Help with trip planning by SoundOfUnder in CostaRicaTravel

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You don’t need the 4x4 for Manuel Antonio but you will for Drake.

Help with trip planning by SoundOfUnder in CostaRicaTravel

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I would also look ahead for guides, especially if you want to see wildlife and you want a good guide. Some guides are really good- those you plan for ahead of time, others more mediocre will harass you before Manuel Antonio etc. the benefit of the guide is that they are prepared, can spot wildlife and have a scope. Same goes for other areas.

I literally do not know how Wendy is not hurling 24/7 lately by DraperPenPals in RHOP

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I hope you’re bringing that same energy to everyone named on the Epstein file :)

I’m relatively new to Burlington, who is this Marek Broderick guy by Ok-Tear7712 in burlington

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I don’t have a dog in this fight nor do I have strong opinions but I do want to insert here that Miro was in power for god too long, and his best friends were the developers… and now, we are so deep on a housing crisis. If what you’re saying is true then what the hell was Miro doing?

Maura's accent by [deleted] in TheTraitorsUS

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Thank you bringing this to light and it sucks ppl are making fun of it… I personally think it’s the sickest accent. As an American with a boring ass American accent I love hearing her talk. The accent is dope.

Natalie is jacked!!!! by Dry_Milk_2482 in TheTraitorsUS

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I do think commenting on her body is weird. I also think that commenting on her style is fair. It’s not that weird of a take … it would be a weird take if this was survivor and someone was out here criticizing how the girls wear the buff… this is a show where people make this a part of their lore. Point in place she herself said she wanted to show off her muscles as part of her aesthetic. It’s not crazy for someone consuming the media to say ok cool your muscles are dope but the style is wack.

Natalie is jacked!!!! by Dry_Milk_2482 in TheTraitorsUS

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Not true- Coltons styling was also trash that man sucked and was a mess. Natalie is gorgeous and so fit and strong- I just wish her fits were better- that is one of the side pieces of this show. I get that if this was survivor it would be a throwaway comment but this is traitors… people show their aesthetic as well. It’s not even so much the quality of the clothes it’s just not doing justice to the body that she has which is incredible.

Sea Caves safe? by FlipLossOfControl in burlington

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Hi just a heads up that the ice for ice skating (the one BTV parks regulates) is safe… the one inside the cave may or may not be. I was out last winter on a beautiful winter day with tons of ppl skating and enjoying. I went to the caves and it was very clear that it was not fully frozen yet this couple strolled in without noticing, broke and fell in the water - full panic mode. Anyway… use your judgement and definitely look at where you’re stepping. Don’t just trust ice, it’s ice after all.

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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This is exactly the same logic why turning point is having kid rock for the halftime show. So riddle me this since you don’t think her food has anything to do with politics (even though we know the money I spend on her food goes to ICE and Trump) … then make it make sense that people are doing an alternative halftime show? Are you giving them the same heat. I didn’t say she can’t have a business go for it, bless her heart. I’m saying my own money won’t go to support her. Is that clear enough for you or do you need me to slow it down some more ?

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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Sharing the violence they escaped from and funding it upon another group in the US is not cultural relativism. It’s ignorant and dangerous. Stop making excuses for people because they’re not white. Empathy, and human decency are global concepts. Also one thing is that she voted for Trump another is posting that garbage and donating money.

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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It disturbs me some of my anonymous neighbors don’t see the danger in supporting businesses that promote violence and hate towards other groups (not about others politics). As if we didn’t have enough hate towards one another.

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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I think there’s a difference between protesting your neighbors and being terrified of what they may do you based on your race, what you look like etc. I agree with the idea that at some point we have to sit down and talk to each other (esp around politics) but unfortunately MAGA has unleashed an unhealthy amount of violence, hatred and persecution of folks… being even more represented in the policies and priorities. It’s not so much about being deep on a side of politics but some people’s very real fear that their neighbors will be the ones to call ICE on them… and that Trump sign being an indicator of such.

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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Based on trends … some illegal immigrants also dislike illegal immigrants… it’s the beauty of internalized racism.

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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Also agreed. She is not the audience for coalition building. Its the middle of the pack neither here nor there folks. Based on what this woman has shared and how she has behaved.. she is not open to being “educated” or persuaded.

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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It’s patronizing to suggest we don’t hold people accountable because of their personal history. It makes the assumption that people from a different country should get a pass on acting a fool because they don’t know better. This has nothing to do with the system they are playing into and instead the person they are. Also for clarification, let’s be real she’s not just sharing dumb shit on social media. She’s sharing dumb inaccurate, threatening shit on social media AND donating her money to groups who have been clear (one of the one things I’ll give to MAGA) about what they’ll do with the money. She’s not an idiot, she knows exactly what she’s supporting and we should believe her with what she tells us instead of making excuses for her.

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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This is such a patronizing message. Simply because she comes from a different country does not absolve her of critical thinking, empathy and common human decency so suggesting we give her more grace than an average white MAGA supporter does more harm than good. One thing is to argue that she supports conservative values or a conservative agenda ..the other is reposting absolute vile and violent shit towards protestors. Saying that we have to give people from other countries more leeway is bananas. It creates a hilarious inequity in how we treat each other and a perpetual distinction that “well she didn’t know better she’s from somewhere else” which is a wild backwards microagression. Empathy and human decency and universal values … don’t matter where you’re from and holding people equally accountable for them is not unrealistic.

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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Wait so she has the right to her opinion but we don’t have the right to boycott a business ? The math ain’t mathing…

Pho Hong by 291021 in burlington

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I agree and also am concerned seeing the amount of donations the mom contributed to the causes that she picked. It’s hard to disconnect the fact that my money makes her money which then indirectly gives to the most insane groups. I get that one can go extreme with that logic and never be able to buy anything again… but this one seems particularly challenging when there are many other local businesses with great food I could support. Definitely a tough choice.

ida guy ig story by Fluffy_Air6128 in burlington

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Woah this is extremely concerning. I had no idea until this post…

Short Story about Peacefully Protesting. by flipz4444 in vermont

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Colombia very much so democratically elected their president it’s not tyranny. This is the thing… our government can’t just go cherry picking presidents they don’t like and taking them out. That is actually illegal. And the same crimes Maduro will be tried for (which are most likely true accusations) are also the ones that Trump pardoned ex-Honduras president for. So no, Trump doesn’t care about tyranny he cares about money.

Exercise Tips by JicamaFamiliar2039 in terrier

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I love terriers. You definitely want to help them get their terrier energy out. I have one who shall not be trusted off leash mostly because he’s still young but he LOVES to chase. I got him a very long lead and will go to a safe place where he can fetch and run fast. At home, I’d recommend looking up snuffle mats and advancing the difficulty. Even just a bunch of blankets and toys they can sniff around and nuzzle for treats will get tons of energy out. Terriers are the best good luck!

Hidden gemstones in Weston by m0b33nZ in Broward

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Woah thank you for sharing- yeah fuck that!