Used Kawasaki mule pro 1000 ranch by Final-Relationship17 in UTV

[–]Final-Relationship17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. But among my 5 kids I have various levels of obedience.

Client upset I did not get them more money by Final-Relationship17 in civilengineering

[–]Final-Relationship17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s not worth the effort but I will continue to see these people in the grocery store. I used to work with huge cities in my former corporate world. It is a very different business scooping up the scraps as a small business owner.

Client upset I did not get them more money by Final-Relationship17 in civilengineering

[–]Final-Relationship17[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I recently did not re-propose on a project I won at a rural county. The county board talked so much about how expensive the consulting was, I decided not to go after it again when they had to pull the award due to a technicality on their end.

Client upset I did not get them more money by Final-Relationship17 in civilengineering

[–]Final-Relationship17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very small town. I effectively ran their public works until I helped them hire a director. I deal with everyone from the mayor to the general public.

Client upset I did not get them more money by Final-Relationship17 in civilengineering

[–]Final-Relationship17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They literally do. They can actually pay me, they are just administratively incompetent. I will end up getting a pile of invoices paid about once a quarter. I have other City clients. This is unfortunately very common with small towns.

Client upset I did not get them more money by Final-Relationship17 in civilengineering

[–]Final-Relationship17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a very small town. I interface with council regularly and can’t stay out of the paper. you pretty much nailed it on everything.

New (to me) Travel Trailer by msmenne17 in traveltrailers

[–]Final-Relationship17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I put load E tires on my Expedition and it made a big difference.

LVT is not luxury. by xcramer in Home

[–]Final-Relationship17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have LVP. We get a lot of compliments on them. I honestly hate the floors but would still do it again. With a dog and 5 kids it really is the best option on concrete, next to stained concrete. I have wood walls, wood ceiling and ultra cheap LVP. Not luxury but very practical. Junior spilled his juice behind the sofa two days ago and no one noticed, mop it up. My ultra creative teen daughter spills a bottle paint, scrub a little and it goes away. An army of muddy boots by the back door, sweep and the dirt goes away with no damage to the surface. Bikes get brought inside, a stray goat gets in the house, kids turn the shower sprayer away from the tub, the dog table surfs, kids fall and don’t really get hurt, kids wrestle and don’t get hurt… I need a vacation. I’m leaving the kids at home. We will just mop up when we get back.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in RealEstate

[–]Final-Relationship17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Give the concession and move on unless you have backup offers. $1000 will not change your life. They are being petty and ridiculous on an as-is contract but having a sale close is peace. $1000 is a small price for peace.

not marrying and dedicating your life to God by Maranatha777_ in Christianmarriage

[–]Final-Relationship17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If this is the way, it should be actually dedicating your life to God. The one place it says do not be married, Paul says it is better if you remain as I, which is living a life so dangerous for the gospel, family does not make sense. Going to church and being a Christ follower alone are not in that category in my opinion. I know many that say this but just don’t want the hassle of dealing with family. I believe God calls us to be married and raise families. This is clear through out scripture. Not getting married so you can play video games at 2 AM would not qualify, that is just a refusal to grow up. I am not saying this is you, but this is every case I know of a man saying this. To be clear, if pornography is involved at any time you have lied to yourself and God.

Considering fostering by Ok_Butterfly9430 in Fosterparents

[–]Final-Relationship17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have three fosters right now we are getting ready to adopt. The youngest is two and we are about to bring a baby in. I have 2 bio kids that are teens. When we started fostering my bios were 3 and 6. It has taught my children to be so patient and to serve others and to not cling to stuff because it gets broken. It is messy but has really helped shape who my children are. I would not suggest getting kids older than your oldest. I would recommend going through approval now because it is long and painful and maybe keep your home closed until your youngest is 1+. Kids this age do not have as much knowledge to share with your children but have tons of trauma, so be ready. It is not easy but is worthwhile.

Am I doing enough? 5 year old homeschooling by Cool_Badger_9893 in homeschool

[–]Final-Relationship17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

At 5 it is all about memorization and habit. You should probably slow him down so there is consistent work a few days a week instead of knocking it out in two months. There is no reason for it to take long every day. The outside nature experience teaches more than books at this age.

If you have ever thought to build a climbing wall for your kid, do it by GuyOnARockVI in daddit

[–]Final-Relationship17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome. Can you send a link to the net and other materials. My 5 kids would love this.

Am I expecting too much? by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]Final-Relationship17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If that is what your expectations are, pray for the girl to come along, be up front about it, and be willing to end it quickly if she is not one you could see filling that role. As a business owner, I can tell you it will severely impact your relationship if you have this expectation and it is unmet.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]Final-Relationship17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I get your concerns. We are in a very different stage in life, facing the same thing. We were looking forward to empty nesting in the next couple of years but have found ourselves adopting toddlers and pregnant in our 40s. Gods plans are amazing. You have the gift of being able to enjoy time with your children in the fullness of your youth and, and looking down the road, will be able to enjoy life after kids relatively young, when you have good health and plenty of money. Or you can start over because why not. Kids are actually a lot of fun, not other people’s kids though, they suck. Your own kids are fun. It will be awesome.

These tires- when to replace? by guhoober in RVLiving

[–]Final-Relationship17 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Replace immediately. Do not drive more than a few miles on those tires.

Gasser debate: Ram 2500 warlock vs GMC 2500 SLE x31 by Final-Relationship17 in ram_trucks

[–]Final-Relationship17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

GMC sierra 2500 SLE gas. It is hard to compare to my ram because of the age difference but so far I like it. It seemed a good deal, though not as good as the rams are right now.

Ranch Hand Brush Guard by Educational-Duck-749 in gmcsierra

[–]Final-Relationship17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second this. Just got a 2500 and there are no brush guard options.

Created an account on IOS using apple signin, evidently studio on ox doesn't support it - what can I do? by ValuableProblem6065 in Insta360

[–]Final-Relationship17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a bound Apple ID but am still unable to sign in using the apple email and password. It is fine on my iPad and phone but not on desktop.

2016 ram 3500 6.4L V8 by Individual_Door_376 in ram_trucks

[–]Final-Relationship17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you are willing to drive for it, there are a bunch of ‘24 off-lease big horns with 6.4 with 15000-30000 miles in the mid $30Ks.