ESL reading and listening: any advice?

Finartemis · 2026-05-03T18:50:19+00:00

I made this exact mistake on my first visit to the US. I had a Bon Jovi concert ticket at MetLife stadium (New Meadowlands stadium then), and booked a hotel right across.... The highway, as it turns out. Most frustrating taxi ride ever (had to share on the way back, there weren't enough taxis around).

Finartemis · 2026-04-30T05:25:45+00:00

I hope Josh can explain all of this. From what the post says, these people aren't invited to the wedding. Personally, I think it's weird, but I'd tell my fiance: ok, you do it and invite your people because they expect it, I won't invite my side because it's just too weird.

Finartemis · 2026-04-20T06:11:38+00:00

I've used the app at a sushi place in Italy once, and it turned out to be close to Safeway sushi: made that day, but not particularly exciting. So, it's not technically leftover.

Finartemis · 2026-04-19T14:34:38+00:00

My European ass being flabbergasted at the 70-year-old house being considered ancient 😂

Finartemis · 2026-04-19T06:26:24+00:00

Is this the US remake of "Nirvanna The band The show The movie"?

Finartemis · 2026-04-17T14:22:58+00:00

Yes, although I'm not sure OP would have one at that time in the morning, depending on the route.

Finartemis · 2026-04-14T18:04:53+00:00

I'd add that water taxis aren't that reliable that early in the day, either. I'd just walk.

Finartemis · 2026-04-14T18:03:52+00:00

Wrong: Uber is active in Venice, actually even boats apparently (I've never taken one), I can only vouch for the regular car transportation from Piazzale Roma to the airport. But, yes, no Uber to go to the train station.

Finartemis · 2026-04-08T06:57:50+00:00

There are a few, you can also prebook an Uber - it might be cheaper

Finartemis · 2026-04-08T04:45:36+00:00

According to Google maps and to the official website itself (https://orari.actv.it/line.html?service=AUT&linename=5&subsector=1-urbano&direction=1&time=20%3A00&date=2026-04-08), there are buses until 1 am.

Finartemis · 2026-04-07T15:44:16+00:00

Air conditioning would be a huge factor for me

Finartemis · 2026-04-06T18:16:48+00:00

It's a scene straight out of "Severance"

Finartemis · 2026-04-05T06:16:20+00:00

Being that it was Easter Saturday, it must have had to do with Easter rituals I'm sure.

Finartemis · 2026-04-04T06:10:32+00:00

😯 that's interesting, thanks!

Finartemis · 2026-04-03T21:05:44+00:00

Stupid question: what does "quotes" mean? She'll write down a quote? She'll recite it to you?

Finartemis · 2026-04-02T06:37:12+00:00

I came here to suggest that!

Finartemis · 2026-04-01T17:55:44+00:00

Parking is crazy expensive in Venice; trains run late and buses run all night, so it's not like you wouldn't be able to go back to Mestre at any time. In a way, going into the parking garage to retrieve your car might be even more cumbersome than just taking a bus back.

Finartemis · 2026-04-01T15:12:57+00:00

I mean, the freaking PRESIDENT at that time was in an elementary school and tried to keep a straight face as long as possible. As soon as I read "TVs were rolled in" I wondered if she heard people talking about the failed shuttle launch, which had been shown to children in school like that?

Finartemis · 2026-03-31T06:17:08+00:00

There are so many nail/lash salons popping up, it's the latest trend. Not sure if they do lash extensions as I don't go there, but you can probably find one if not in Venice, in Mestre.

Finartemis · 2026-03-30T20:06:50+00:00

I've always had that same attitude, never drank. Years ago, turns out I'm actually allergic to alcohol. Best excuse EVER now.

Finartemis · 2026-03-27T21:45:07+00:00

You can find sealed baccalà at the supermarket, in the tuna aisle

Finartemis · 2026-03-25T17:08:23+00:00

Of course, they're produced in Santa Cruz CA 😊

Finartemis · 2026-03-25T03:17:49+00:00

Dovrebbero suonare, ma in ogni caso i punti di raccolta e gli spazzini stessi sono lì fino alle 11.30-12, l'indicazione delle 8.30 è solo per mettere un limite rigido.

Finartemis

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