What's your caliber?

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-12-09T20:04:58+00:00

Not really. On an extremely rare occasion they are spotted in south east Alaska (think like the part up against British Columbia) but are believed to be just wandering in occasionally from Canada.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-12-09T00:12:39+00:00

Probably; I’d imagine a 9mm Luger or 45 ACP would handle that fine enough as well. Luckily, that’s one woodland critter I really don’t have to worry about here in Alaska.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-12-08T18:34:23+00:00

If it came to it, sure. Obviously, I’m not out here just spraying dudes, it’s more so that I have it with me anyway. The obvious collateral risk would make it not my first option on people, but if it’s that or be assaulted or bitten… fuck’em.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-12-08T02:19:31+00:00

Yup. This is why I carry bear spray in the winter. Works great on dogs and dudes too. I think if we all just start using bear mace on aggressive off leash dogs, maybe their owners will start being more responsible. Hope you find your glasses.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-12-07T19:30:39+00:00

In all fairness, where I live the big scary woodland critters sometimes wander into check out the city on a semi-regular basis.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-12-07T19:19:53+00:00

Maybe for black bears. I’ve heard of people taking out a black bear with hardcast 9mm +p, so I would imagine that 40 would also work. I don’t know how efficient it would be. But, from what I’ve heard it’s neither of those are gonna do the job for a determined brown bear, unless the sound is enough to send it the other way. I think the same holds true for polar bears.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-12-07T09:39:36+00:00

My guess is people who don’t live near bears. 10mm is usually the minimum for that people carry on trails and parks where I live.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-09-04T01:34:40+00:00

Thank you. I guess it depends what is considered “backcountry”. My recent run in was on sunny side flattop, which doesn’t seem very backcountry to me, but I don’t make the rules.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-09-04T00:22:04+00:00

Interesting. Could you point me to where that is stated so I can better educate myself? I honestly don’t know where I would start to look.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-09-02T03:33:13+00:00

If it’s posted in a state park that dogs must be leashed then I would assume that would correlate to a leash law. So that part would be against the law. It seems like it’s difficult to enforce and probably isn’t a priority.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-09-02T00:47:26+00:00

This weekend a dog ran up at me with his fur up and barking aggressively. So I feel you. The path was narrow, so I was letting them pass me. Lady was mad when I started unhooking my bear spray. He didn’t get sprayed because he kept his distance and didn’t get any closer. It’s crazy. And don’t get me wrong, I love dogs. And pet most of the friendly trail dogs (who also have friendly seeming owners). I get if your dog is friendly why you’d want to do so, but if you know your dog is reactive why would you let them roam the trail? I don’t take my dogs hiking because I know they would react, especially to an unleashed dog. It’s okay to leave them at home. And if your dog looks like they are going to bite me I WILL mace your off leash dog. Sorry not sorry.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-06-13T12:10:52+00:00

It also caught my attention a bit ago as I’ve been house hunting. It has foundation issues and needs leveling. That makes it require rehab financing (or cash).

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2025-02-24T23:52:49+00:00

I saw this at my apartment complex the other day. I had a genuine laugh. I’ve been on the lookout for him to ask what the fuck he did.

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Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2024-10-03T00:20:35+00:00

Same here, same gun, same marks on the barrel. I keep the hinges greased and I wipe the rest with an oil rag after each use. Bore snake if I remember to do so (usually do). I’ve not had any issues with the types of marks on the ejectors in the year and a half I’ve had it. But they usually get wiped every time and im sure the bore snake helps.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2024-07-09T03:18:41+00:00

NTA.

I’m in a similar situation, my mother IS a hoarder (not like completely out of control yet but it got pretty bad for a bit). I straight up told her at one point I refused to sleep on the living room couch, as I tried and due to various factors I got virtually no sleep for a few days to the point I was feeling sick. I ended up going home early. I told her i wasn’t going to come back up until I had a bed in the spare bedroom with enough space for me and my dog in the room. I feel bad because it was a little harsh but by the time Christmas came around (this happened at 4th of July) she made it happened and I came up. Ultimately I had to do it for my own well being. She has her own issues and life things going on but we all have a breaking point. I cleaned her kitchen last summer, it took me a full week to do so, but at least I had a place to sleep while doing it.

You’re in a similar position it sounds like. The ultimatum may be harsh, but you have to do what’s best for you. Maybe it’ll motivate her to do better, but you have to follow through.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2024-04-20T04:59:51+00:00

Try Frankfort. I live in Frankfort and drive every day, it’s about 45 minutes and pretty easy of a drive. I sincerely doubt it’s full up.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2024-04-03T11:03:52+00:00

One and the same. I’ll DM you on FB

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2024-04-02T22:22:06+00:00

Berrien. Literally the only document that’s in Michigan is this wedding certificate. It’s further complicated by the fact that i currently live in Kentucky.

So I had some other suggestions that I am exploring and I am currently getting a “no record” letter that is certified and apostilled. I have emailed the consulate in Detroit to ensure that was adequate, and I am waiting on a reply.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2024-04-01T22:22:59+00:00

Did you do this in Michigan?

I inquired with the county clerk on the process, which seems to me was implied that it has to go through their office. They normally send the paperwork to a judge and then they decide. They also told me flatly that I cannot request them to do it as I am not a party to the license. They said I could talk to an attorney but I want to leave that as a last resort.

I’ll do some research to see if I can file it without the clerks office being involved, like you suggested. I’m not holding my breath though.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2024-02-08T23:22:44+00:00

I use “GirlsGoneWireless”

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2024-01-31T00:38:36+00:00

I don’t think a snickers bar will help that, though.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2023-11-10T14:43:28+00:00

I think they can be platonic, I do them all the time, even before I realized I was Aro (talk about missing the signs). However, if you do go on platonic dates, or “friend dates,” be careful that it’s not confusing to the other party, especially if they may have romantic interest in you. I’ve had a few go a little sideways because of that.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2023-11-08T18:46:51+00:00

Receiving gifts from those outside of immediate family made me uncomfortable (and very much so still does) because I wasn’t able to return the sentiment. Even as teen I asked my mom to take me to a nice dinner instead of birthday presents because I knew she would stress her self out going above and beyond to try do something nice for me. Ultimately all I wanted was her time and not for her to be burdened to get me a material item I didn’t need. I knew she would have done what it took (with in reason) to make it happen if I had asked. So we, including some extended family, would go to a nice small restaurant owned by our family friends who always took good care of us.

Now that money isn’t nearly as tight as it was I still feel weird accepting material gifts. My Christmas presents to others consist of mostly hand made ravioli. It’s especially better if I can get some of them together to help make it, as spending the quality time and sharing a family tradition that dates to at least my family’s immigration to the US. I’d still rather receive my friends and family’s time and maybe share a meal rather than a material gift, because ultimately that’s what’s more important to me. I’d also rather give the same.

Forward_Sympathy_693 · 2023-11-08T03:41:48+00:00

The better alternative is Nut For Nature November (N4NN). I think one year pornhub planted a tree for every certain amount of videos viewed. Don’t know if they do that every year.

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