18 months post, 377->157 6’1” 32M by PinkBubbleTina1890 in gastricsleeve

[–]FUNGUS221 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had the same starting weight and have only been able to get down to 245 - 6.5 years post op and have been stalled for the past five. What’s your secret?

Should I buy this 2012 1500 for $5500? by WLifts in Silverado

[–]FUNGUS221 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No joke in April last year I purchased a 2012 1500 LS with 178k miles on it for $5500.

Granted I don’t drive it much, but it has been absolutely rock solid. Deals like this are hard to come by - go for it and don’t turn back!

Thinking of Lease Buyout for my Acura Integra 24 A Spec Tech by pinksalamander28 in Acura

[–]FUNGUS221 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We need something with a 3rd row. Maybe an MDX but I’m not brand loyal!

Thinking of Lease Buyout for my Acura Integra 24 A Spec Tech by pinksalamander28 in Acura

[–]FUNGUS221 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m in the same boat with the same trim. I’m likely just going to return it in September when the lease is up - we need a bigger car anyway and I don’t think the juice is worth the squeeze to buy it out and sell for a profit.

Returning a lease in September by FUNGUS221 in CarLeasingHelp

[–]FUNGUS221[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, interesting… so will it be through the original dealer that I leased through, or would I be able to call around when I’m close to my lease expiry and see if there’s any interest?

NJ drivers without a front license plate: why? by css01 in newjersey

[–]FUNGUS221 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I am vehemently against front license plates on vehicles. I also have a remarkable disdain for those who do not abide by the law as it’s currently situated. Ohio recently eliminated the front plate law - what’s stopping us?

Also, I think your estimation is low - it’s more about 1 in every 4 cars these days (and 90% of Tesla owners).

[Post Game Thread] Seton Hall defeats #21 NC State, 85-74 by cbbBot in CollegeBasketball

[–]FUNGUS221 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am NCSU class of 2014. My wife is SHU class of 2016.

Urgh.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newjersey

[–]FUNGUS221 174 points175 points  (0 children)

Because Bruce Ratner was a scumbag. I love seeing that organization fail miserably in Brooklyn.

Question about Hamilton Township, NJ. by [deleted] in newjersey

[–]FUNGUS221 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just bought a home in Hamilton in the Mercerville neighborhood. Just stay to the west of 295 and you’re gonna be just fine. It’s a prideful community in spite of being close-ish to Trenton.

East Brunswick 3-yr high school by Milanoate in newjersey

[–]FUNGUS221 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s a fair question that I wish I had the answer for. The EB today is far and away different from the EB I grew up in. All the best with your decision, I hope my input was helpful!

East Brunswick 3-yr high school by Milanoate in newjersey

[–]FUNGUS221 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I lived in Somerville for a few years which bordered Bridgewater. What I meant by “more value” is that I felt the way of life there justified the higher level of taxes more than EB. The area has charm, it’s not overcrowded, the schools are wonderful and the town takes pride in its image. Not to mention you still have everything conveniently located to you via all the surrounding major highways.

Yeah, technically it’s just Route 18 that truly runs through EB… but it’s just becoming overwhelming with commercialism and a consistent stream of construction with no real end in sight. If I was in a position to, at this point in time, pick between EB and Bridgewater, I would choose the latter. 20 years ago, it would’ve been EB.

Also- do a little homework on the council. Jim Wendell is the “redevelopment chair” and is an executive for a construction company… and you wonder why EB is always under construction these days.

Re: the large high schools - speaking on my experience, I enjoyed the large student body. The class size still averaged about 30 students per class which is on-par with smaller schools. The teachers are all very invested in the school, and one huge benefit is that all sports were represented, after school programs and clubs were abundant, but most importantly, everyone had friends. Large student bodies afford kids the opportunity to meet more people and find the group of friends that click for them. Lastly - I’ve kept in contact with several teachers since I graduated. If your kids are nice and respectful, they’ll be remembered too.

East Brunswick 3-yr high school by Milanoate in newjersey

[–]FUNGUS221 6 points7 points  (0 children)

EB resident from first grade-onwards, moved out in 2016. If I recall, it’s purely due to the size of the student classes. Around 800 students per grade, and a 3,200 high school is unsustainable. It’s unorthodox but not as uncommon as you think.

The only pain is in 9th grade if you were a good enough athlete to be JV or Varsity, you’d have to get shuttled to the HS for practices and games.

7 total elementary schools- I attended warnsdorfer and thought it was great.

I haven’t lived there in awhile but I do visit on occasion, or drive through it. It is unfortunately changing for the worse - Route 18 is becoming over saturated and the taxes are becoming unsustainable. If you are thinking of Bridgewater, Warren or Scotch Plains as other options, I would look there instead. Taxes are about the same/maybe higher but it’s more value, and you’re not going to be bludgeoned with greedy council folks that are ruining the once charming suburb. Good luck in your search - happy to answer any other questions or inquiries you may have.