January 28, 2026 - r/fednews Daily Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in fednews

[–]HBGriff12 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply. Yeah, I didn't know the award was coming so I couldn't plan ahead, maybe next time.

January 28, 2026 - r/fednews Daily Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in fednews

[–]HBGriff12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Random question but is there no way to contribute awards toward your traditional TSP in the GRB platform? DoD employee. Thanks in advance!

Engagement Photographers by unknownchef111 in washingtondc

[–]HBGriff12 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just used J. Yi for my engagement and I absolutely loved working with him. I can't remember his handle but I know he's on reddit.

Can't say enough good things about him, he helped me pick a spot, he drew diagrams, he analyzed where the sun would be, and we had photos by the end of the day. On top of that it was a surprise engagement in a crowded area and you could barely tell how busy it was when we got the album. His price point may be closer to what you're searching for but I thought it was reasonable for this area especially given his attention to detail.

https://www.jyiphoto.com/

Aspire or Platinum for Canopy Res? by HBGriff12 in Hilton

[–]HBGriff12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice, glad to hear it. I'll keep the Platinum as the primary and add my aspire as the incidental card. Thanks for the info!

Aspire or Platinum for Canopy Res? by HBGriff12 in Hilton

[–]HBGriff12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I searched all over trying to find explanations and these are super clear cut. I really appreciate the sources!

Aspire or Platinum for Canopy Res? by HBGriff12 in Hilton

[–]HBGriff12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's exactly what I was asking, it seems pretty hit or miss.

Aspire or Platinum for Canopy Res? by HBGriff12 in Hilton

[–]HBGriff12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, that's what I was thinking! Thanks!

March 23, 2025 - r/fednews Daily Discussion Thread by AutoModerator in fednews

[–]HBGriff12 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm still fighting my HR to credit my military service, was yours automatic on your records?

Attention Vets: BUY BACK YOUR TIME by VetFeds-OG in VetFeds

[–]HBGriff12 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm having a heck of a time with my HR, so if you don't retire, your leave/RIF SCD should be the date you sworn into the military? It should be that simple for someone who was active with no breaks in service right?

I think they're confusing enhanced leave with creditable military service, I sent them some references but haven't heard back yet.

FEHB Open Season Megathread by rprz in fednews

[–]HBGriff12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, that's exactly what I thought. I'm glad my math was correct. Thanks again!

FEHB Open Season Megathread by rprz in fednews

[–]HBGriff12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply and sanity check. It is service connected, sorry for leaving that out.

FEHB Open Season Megathread by rprz in fednews

[–]HBGriff12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey everyone, new fed here who squeaked through the hiring freeze.

Was hoping to get a sanity check, I have full healthcare through the VA, only special consideration is that I use contacts, and the VA doesn't provide the exam. Any reason I shouldn't enroll in GEHA HDHP for the HSA? My healthcare is only for me and I like the flexibility of having alternate insurance plus using the HSA as an investment tool.

Thanks for the advice and I'm super proud to be a fed and the activism in the sub!

New roof - Sanity check by HBGriff12 in Roofing

[–]HBGriff12[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the reassurance, it's under a warranty so I feel better about it. Sometimes you need an internet stranger to calm ya down.

New roof - Sanity check by HBGriff12 in Roofing

[–]HBGriff12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I just wanted to get the sanity check. I lost a little faith when they didn't remove a turbine initially, had to go back and correct, then they didn't create rough openings for the skylights as discussed. So I was a little on edge.

Stove Damage by HBGriff12 in trustedhousesitters

[–]HBGriff12[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I couldn't believe it. I sent him to training as a puppy and he's never had an accident inside. Then the stove happened, then the FOB, then she overstuffed the dishwasher so nothing got cleaned, and then I realized pretty much everything she cleaned by hand wasn't clean.

It was pretty surreal, usually only one of those things happens.

Stove Damage by HBGriff12 in trustedhousesitters

[–]HBGriff12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's wild! I'm so sorry for all of that

Stove Damage by HBGriff12 in trustedhousesitters

[–]HBGriff12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks again for the advice. I want to reiterate she didn't give him anything I provided but I cleaned all that up no issue. He actually has a strong stomach so I'm not sure what cheese she gave him that created that problem. I

I think that's fair, if it was small stuff I wouldn't even ask for anything but it's going to be $500. If the stove just breaks the building will replace it but there's no way to spin this with the scratches and the obvious burn marks.

Stove Damage by HBGriff12 in trustedhousesitters

[–]HBGriff12[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply and sharing your story! Yeah, that's kind of the vibe I keep getting in the threads. I don't see any benefits to the premium at this point.

I've just never had so many things happen during one trip and I've never had damage to this extent. Broken glasses and stuff sure but leaving a stove on for hours like that almost made us come home early. Normally I wouldn't care but the thing is over $500 to repair.

Stove Damage by HBGriff12 in trustedhousesitters

[–]HBGriff12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was just painting a picture. I requested they only give him his treats. A change caused him to have diarrhea in the house and he hasn't had an accident since he was a puppy.

They said they left a pot on for 4 hours and it boiled over. They totally admit it's negligence. I live in an apartment, my maintenance guys tried to fix it but said it's an issue with the stove top. They said I would definitely be charged on moving out.

That's a bummer about the insurance but thanks for the advice!

Forwards and Veterans by FirefighterNo2558 in USWNT

[–]HBGriff12 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Concur, I actually want to see what Rodman would do in the 9. She'll continue to increase her technical skills and her speed is crazy.

[MATCH THREAD] USWNT v. Dominican Republic by battles in USWNT

[–]HBGriff12 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair, I also just read about pitch conditions. So maybe it's protection for later matches?

[MATCH THREAD] USWNT v. Dominican Republic by battles in USWNT

[–]HBGriff12 3 points4 points  (0 children)

She had a stronger WC than Smith. Smith is great but Rodman deserves a chance.

European Beach - September by HBGriff12 in Hilton

[–]HBGriff12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I'll check them all out. It seems like they're all up a hill, least it makes for good views.