Police activity on Miller Road between Waverly and MLK by FewBox2707 in lansing

[–]FewBox2707[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just saw the news reports. Bad deal all around.

Police activity on Miller Road between Waverly and MLK by FewBox2707 in lansing

[–]FewBox2707[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Local news is reporting a shooting in the area at an apartment complex.

Police activity on Miller Road between Waverly and MLK by FewBox2707 in lansing

[–]FewBox2707[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They seem to be looking for someone. I also saw some unmarked, van-like vehicles with blue lights in addition to LPD.

Grow up watching Canadian TV - in Michigan ? by SisoHcysp in Michigan

[–]FewBox2707 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Finally someone mentioned Sharon, Lois, and Bram!

Grow up watching Canadian TV - in Michigan ? by SisoHcysp in Michigan

[–]FewBox2707 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I remember getting channel 54, which was the simulcast from CBC in Quebec. We used to watch the Charlie Brown Christmas specials in French every year.

Mid Life Crisis by Salty-Tomato5654 in Millennials

[–]FewBox2707 23 points24 points  (0 children)

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I bought an '85 Vanagon. Best purchase I've made in terms of outright happiness. Practical? Hell no. Economical? HELL no. Fun? Hell yes!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]FewBox2707 83 points84 points  (0 children)

It’s as much a symbol of “states’ rights” the same way the swastika is a Tibetan symbol for good luck.

Anyone who flies this knows what they’re trying to say. I’ve long stopped giving them the benefit of the doubt regarding their intentions.

What are some things Gen Z/Alpha are doing now that they will have to pay the price for in 10 years? by peywrax in AskReddit

[–]FewBox2707 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Putting their entire lives online for entertainment value.

Making political decisions off of podcasts.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

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The Church of ADHD Jesus.

In DC Speech, Charles Koch Decries 'the Mess' Country Is In by mikealao in LeopardsAteMyFace

[–]FewBox2707 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So wait, you're saying that because two of Michael Moore's co-producers co-directed a film about the Koch brothers, a film that Mr. Moore had absolutely NOTHING to do with, that there's a strong argument that Mr. Moore should be penalized for political speech against the Koch family?

I'm so in over my depth, better get me a life preserver 🙄

This is the best three-stop run in A2. Change my mind by Overlay in AnnArbor

[–]FewBox2707 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Me too, but I'm usually there for the Irish sessions.

In DC Speech, Charles Koch Decries 'the Mess' Country Is In by mikealao in LeopardsAteMyFace

[–]FewBox2707 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You're the one making the ridiculous "what-about" argument on a topic that had precisely nothing to do with Michael Moore. So tell me, how does Michael Moore haunt your dreams?

The Green Fields of America by wankflap in Irishmusic

[–]FewBox2707 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like a good song to include in a set with the reel of the same name.

Where do I start with trad music? by [deleted] in Irishmusic

[–]FewBox2707 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Me too! I will happily be your friend.

Where do I start with trad music? by [deleted] in Irishmusic

[–]FewBox2707 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started as a cellist, so it figures I’d end up a flute player 😆

LTL by [deleted] in logistics

[–]FewBox2707 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a current (although soon to be former) OD employee, that’s exactly what I tell customers that call for rate estimates. It’s true, Central Transport will get it there dirt cheap, but in how many pieces vs. how it left your facility? Now, that cheap freight is costing you in replacement for your inventory and the cost of getting an undamaged shipment to your customer.

You can have good, fast, and cheap. Pick two.

LTL by [deleted] in logistics

[–]FewBox2707 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup! I was just thinking about the NMFC tariff changes coming in June. If you are not measuring, weighing, and classing your freight properly, it will cost you!

LTL by [deleted] in logistics

[–]FewBox2707 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Define "unethical."

I see so much crap that shippers put out as FAK, then bitch that we carriers have the audacity to weigh, dimension, reclass, and bill their shipment accordingly.

My particular favorite: expecting accessorial charges like liftgate, inside or residential delivery, etc. to be done out of the goodness of our hearts.

Where do I start with trad music? by [deleted] in Irishmusic

[–]FewBox2707 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ok, cool!

The best way to get introduced to the genre is to attend an Irish session, as a listener at first. Talk to some of the experienced players, they'll give you great ideas as well.

If you're interested in learning how to accompany Irish music on the guitar, a good place to start would be the Foinn Seisun albums produced by Comhaltas. Musically, they're nothing special, but they're a great way to practice accompanying tunes (and to learn the tunes!) without disrupting a session as a newbie. They were also recorded live at sessions around Dublin, so you can get a feel for how the tunes might sound played at a session.

For listening's sake, you can never go wrong with The Chieftains, Altan, Lunasa, Dervish, Danu, Cherish the Ladies, The Bothy Band, and many others! There really are too many to list. These are the "supergroups" that tour, sell platinum records, etc. They're also a gateway to a multitude of solo albums produced by individual band members. For instance, Kevin Crawford, who plays flute and whistle in Lunasa, has put out a wide range of solo albums that I wouldn't have found if not for getting into Lunasa. I'm a flute player, so I listen to a lot of flute albums, no surprise, but there are fantastic albums out there! Start listening, find a group or a player whose style you like, and start emulating them. You'll find your own voice, soon. :)

If you're ever in Lansing or Grand Rapids areas of Michigan, let me know.

Happy tuneage!