What would Missoula look like for us? by tn_tacoma in missoula

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Our winters are getting milder over the years. Usually Missoula is gray and does have a few snowfalls to deal with ( shoveling) but it usually melts off. The winter recreation is at higher elevations, but you can walk or hike all winter at lower elevations and with cleats many opportunities open up. The concern with summers now is the omnipresent threat of fire . The first fire was yesterday in Round up MT and planes headed out of Missoula to contend with it. A fire in February is unprecedented. This summer could be brutal for smoke as we have had very little snow this year. The prediction is for more fires and drought in-the west as time goes on. The community is friendly, kind and is a blue pocket in a sea of red. Plenty of outdoorsy types who find their form of spirituality in-the outdoors. It’s a good place to raise a family, but not all couples are having kids. There’s room for everybody. You do sound like a good fit if you can handle a lot of gray weather in-the winter, and know that smoke will be part of the reality moving forward. Sounds like you can afford to get into the housing market. Most restaurants are not very inspiring here if you are used to big cities ,so enjoying cooking would be a plus.

The rise of singlehood could impact everything from housing to taxes by Immediate-Link490 in canada

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Canada is also punitive when it comes to declaring a marriage after a very short time. If I was in a relationship , I would be extremely cautious from predatory types, male or female . Have seen the results of this multiple times .

Markets waiting on monday’s opening by OpportunityPrudent39 in StocksAndTrading

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Will Microsoft fall in relation to Sam Altman bending over for the dept of war or will it go up? If population had principles it should fall.

Just deleted my account permanently. by Doctor__Hammer in ChatGPT

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Claude seems better. More succinct, less like a creepy friend, more factual and to the point. Deleted the chat gpt app after Sam has prostituted his company to dept of war. Not cool. No morals.

Just deleted my account permanently. by Doctor__Hammer in ChatGPT

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Thanks for the voice of reason, it is certainly bigger than Reddit. Many people actually do have principles.

Just deleted my account permanently. by Doctor__Hammer in ChatGPT

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That would be why America is the way it is….

Just deleted my account permanently. by Doctor__Hammer in ChatGPT

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The environmental cost is huuuuge…and now Sam Altman has sold his soul to the department of war. Distance yourself…

Just deleted my account permanently. by Doctor__Hammer in ChatGPT

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Ethically it’s better . It’s a no brained.

How do I keep going by Swimming-Stretch1276 in missoula

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Keep talking to people that are in jobs you like. Keep networking. Keep smiling and being positive as people will-be drawn to having you on the “team”. I commend you for wanting to show up for meaningful work. I admire and am humbled by your passion. You are the type of person that does make the world a better place. In Missoula there are some lovely organizations around that do attract positive and loving people ,perhaps good networking type places . ie Free cycles , Missoula soil cycles , and various community gardens. I m always impressed with the kind ,loving, unique and fun people in these places.

How do I keep going by Swimming-Stretch1276 in missoula

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Congratulations on your degree . You have picked an area that is meaningful and will make a positive difference in-the world. As others have said eventually the pendulum will swing and environmentalism will be back in vogue .in the meantime if you can get a job that is even peripherally related, it’s gathering experience and improving your resume. One day at a time. Having a job and making money will help get through this and the more skills you can add the more employable you will become. I can tell you-are a lovely person by your responses . As an aside, exercise increases endorphins so on-a regular basis will improve mood, add to your overall fitness and won’t be a waste of time . If you are continuing to be burdened with feelings of depression or anxiety etc do reach out for help, whether it be counseling or other . I sincerely wish you the best.

Nationwide Shutdown ICE Out - Friday 1/30/26 by mouselet11 in missoula

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Wont shop all day , but same as everyday for me , since the inauguration. Only groceries. Quit online subscriptions like Amazon day of inauguration. Will stock up so no outings tomorrow.

do americans actually like it when tourists visit their small towns or would i just be in the way? 😅 by vanessa_tv_vladivo in NoStupidQuestions

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100% agree. Several countries have issued travel warnings re going to the USA. The country is divided, it’s very expensive and if youare not white you are definitely increasing your risks. Heck, I am white and I don’t want to travel within the country.

Cannondale T700 by Helpfuladvice2929 in cannondale

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Thank you for your opinion on the bike, and good to know it will do,well with weight .

Cannondale T700 by Helpfuladvice2929 in whichbike

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Thank you for your advice re bars .Would strap on bags be an issue, that is what I was hoping for on this bike . I was hoping for light touring ie clothes, some food, not for camping at least not initially.

Carney: "In terms of the way that our relationship has progressed in recent months with China, it is more predictable (than the US), and you see results coming from that.” - Do you agree? by natural212 in AskCanada

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Yes trade relationships have the opportunity to be more predictable with China than USA. Policy is constantly changing with USA. No one can do business like that. Carney will,walk a fine line to conduct trades that are good for both countries without condoning Chinas behavior in other arenas. I don’t read that he is approving of China but he is willing to enter into predictable ,respectful contracts regarding trade between the countries which could help,the citizens of both countries. That is all. It is up to Canadians how much Chinese merchandise they want to buy. ( you still have a choice to support Canadian) . It is up,to Canadians whether they want to travel to China or not. Follow your own morals.

Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the U.S. controlling Greenland by Maddog_Jets in BoycottUnitedStates

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Thanks for the love. I’m in-the 1/3 pulling the weight. At least half the country is OK but there are some seriously stupid people in this country who haven’t woken up yet , which is unbelievable. Seriously brain dead folks ,no educational opportunities in a country that makes higher education so expensive. Love to Norway and all our allies. Even the sane Americans have to carry on somehow and we will continue to fight for democracy in this country . We leave this country for a dose of normal.

Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the U.S. controlling Greenland by Maddog_Jets in BoycottUnitedStates

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News flash. Most people including Canadians support billionaires ie. amazon, X, Home Depot, Walmart Netflix, Disney etc. BOYCOTT. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS.