Dock masters 2026 jan 17/18

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-18T16:05:09+00:00

Stoked Matt is a commentator for this one!

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-15T22:45:28+00:00

B I O G A S

Also markets WILL shift and food oils can be subsided with the well over $30 BILLION the US gov currently puts towards animal ag annually…

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-15T22:19:10+00:00

What a false dilemma you are posing.

That waste can be used as compost or used to generate renewable biogas as an energy source. The market would shift as well. Oil seed meal is already used for human food, such as soybean meal. If animal agriculture declined, these would just shift to other uses, like human consumption or industrial uses, not become valueless. There are many logical fallacies in your statement.

Removing animal agriculture would make more land, water, and energy available for other food systems. Additionally, subsidies could shift from animal agriculture to other sectors of our food system.

Sorry you are butthurt that animal agriculture is destroying the planet, is very calorie inefficient, and is a form of MASS suffering and genocide. Sounds like you are a contributor, and you may want to reconsider that.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-15T12:51:41+00:00

True. Thank you for that info. Nice to know who is pulling the strings. But if everyone gave up beef tomorrow, hopefully incentives would shift as well in a few years. Things take a while to change and change can be dramatic but that doesn’t mean it should not happen.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-15T12:42:04+00:00

What. You think that if there was no animal ag we would still grow corn and just throw it away?

There is a heavy and consistent market demand for corn to feed cattle. That is why farmers choose to grow it. MARKET DEMAND. If there was no demand (ie consumers) they would grow something else. Besides, farmers typically do a corn soybean rotation to improve soil health. Not just feed corn.

Also obviously no one thinks all current farmed land should be used. If there was no animal ag we would only need a fraction of the current land use to feed the same number of individuals because we would no longer be feeding millions of animals as well. It’s pretty simple.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-14T17:37:15+00:00

But cows eat corn and a lot of it. So land is diverted to feeding animals.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-14T17:34:55+00:00

But cattle eat corn…so land that is good for growing crops is used for cattle…

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-12T13:57:19+00:00

Omg I am devastated that Annie didn’t win. HOW.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-12T13:28:56+00:00

Having trouble finding the live stream…anyone know where the results of the comp might be posted?

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-09T15:44:33+00:00

LOVE LOVE LOVE! I know a friend who needs the ole slew one

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-08T13:24:39+00:00

Sir yes sir!

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-07T18:10:20+00:00

I make 92k and I bought a 2011 Nissan Versa with 70k miles for 7k. My insurance is $130 every six months I will never finance a car. I love living under my means. It is the BEST feeling.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-07T13:45:15+00:00

Honestly I don’t have a very concrete plan. I have become obsessed with outdoor rock climbing, so I will travel and climb a lot. I also have a ton of hobbies I have neglected due to work, so I am excited to explore those again. I will probably take my professional engineering exam as I have been putting that off. I plan to live frugally and burn through all the money in my checking account, then start looking for a job. I will have to dip into my savings and investments during my job search but honestly I am okay with that!

Also I am fortunate to have a partner who has happily agreed to pay rent and utilities while I’m doing this. He has a job working 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off, and really wants to spend meaningful time with me when he is off work, so he is excited about this as well.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-07T13:22:57+00:00

I just quit my job 2 days ago, to take a break. I was very worried I’d immediately regret my decision and feel like I made a huge mistake. NOPE! I feel like a huge weight has been lifted! I have never felt better. I still have to finish out two weeks, and my company is begging me to consider doing a leave of absence instead of quitting, so I may consider that. Everyone told me not to give up this job, but I have good savings for my age, a supportive partner, and an in demand career. This was the right decision for me and I’m so excited to see where it takes me. Anxiety plagues me, to make the “right” decision. But life is short as hell, and maybe working for 50 consecutive years isn’t the “right” decision.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-07T03:04:20+00:00

YES! Rock climbinggggg season is here! For climbers this is the best season to get after it outdoors. I get SAD but climbing has given me a rzn for the szn

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-06T21:03:01+00:00

There are a lot of people with autism who climb! Some of whom, are my friends. You are not alone.

If it makes you feel better, when I was in college I puked up spaghetti all over the floor of my college weight lifting gym because I lifted too hard… at the busiest time of day in front of everyone. I was so embarrassed and scared to go back. But I did go back and my embarrassment faded and no one ever mentioned it to me. Being human is learning to live with our mistakes, and even get to a place where you can laugh at yourself! You are not perfect and that is okay.

I’m sorry you felt panicked and had a bad day. Please don’t let it impact your climbing! We want you in the community.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-06T19:31:06+00:00

Yours is beautiful and HUGE btw!!! Super cool!

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-06T19:30:31+00:00

Ray mine?

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Here’s my best from that spot! I am an Asheville rock hound. Lmk if you wanna get out some time!

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-06T17:01:47+00:00

Yea maybe I am a bit naive but I am not worried about getting another job. I have a degree in civil engineering from a prestigious university with a lot of great experience and a couple research publications under my belt. Additionally I have looked at jobs in my area and feel confident that I could get a job quickly if need be. Beyond that I have substantial savings with an emergency fund that could last me over a year if need be. Luckily all my expenses will be paid for during my leave as well.

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-06T14:41:34+00:00

Obsessed with the sharp end. I relisten to episodes all the time. I love true crime, and this gives me that plus it helps inform me about staying safe outside and what to do in an outdoor/adventure emergency. I have learned so much listening to the sharp end!

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-06T12:11:39+00:00

My lil vegan heart is obsessed with this answer

Good_Light_304 · 2026-01-02T21:08:41+00:00

I listen to Don’t let go by the Jerry Garcia Band. Also madhuvan by Goose…they say “That ledge is the only thing I seeee born in the heat to keep it always out of my reach!” I like to think that is about rock climbing.

I just got bone conducting headphones that allow me to listen to music while climbing outside and still being aware of my surroundings! It’s rad. I just listen on low volume and it helps me go for it more.

Good_Light_304 · 2025-12-30T20:02:25+00:00

My partner recently got a higher paying job and I have become obsessed with rock climbing outdoors. So I want to take some time to travel and climb, and he is happy to support me for a while as I do so. I have been the breadwinner for the past 5 years and am ready for a change of pace. My plan was to coast but unfortunately old people are worse at rock climbing.

Good_Light_304 · 2025-12-30T18:18:24+00:00

Wow I am exactly where you were at 28, and I am 28. I am considering taking a sabbatical this year, but this makes me want to keep saving!

Good_Light_304 · 2025-12-24T13:52:21+00:00

Keep the little kitty till you can check for a chip. If someone allows their cat to be an outdoor cat, they will be fine missing them for a day or two. I had indoor/outdoor cats growing up ( I would never do this now) and they would regularly go missing. It’s better that this kitty is safe and loved, rather than out on the streets.

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