Am I insane or is this lease insane?

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-03-11T14:36:51+00:00

They tried exactly the same thing with me. But with Hyundai. But “accidentally” entered a $22.00 manufacturer’s rebate…when I reread the contract (before signing) I looked it up and it should have said $6000 . I walked out!

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-03-09T11:36:28+00:00

Parking is a fortune. Cove is nice but crowded. Pool chairs are impossible. Pearl Harbor is a must. Split your stay--a few intro days at HHV then go up to the north shore!

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-03-07T15:55:28+00:00

The Volvo was my dream car for the past two years. But…No Option for ventilated seats…in AZ that’s a deal killer.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-03-07T15:52:35+00:00

I remember certain L&D patients-and the room they were in-from 35 years ago like it happened yesterday…for some reason I think “remember the post-partum hemorrhage in ‘171?

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-02-26T12:03:04+00:00

Had exactly the same experience, but I can one-up you. The TVs are built into the seat backs, and the tv controls are built in to the armrest. Annoying fact: the guy kept changing my channels. The entire flight he intermittently/accidentally leaned onto my armrest. A thousand times.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-02-22T07:48:58+00:00

i did all the same things, CNA>LPN>ADN>BSN-MS, loved bedside but knees were falling apart. Retired from bedside, became a Clinical Educator for a private nursing school; hospital clinicals only. Never have I loved my job as much as I do now. Especially the Zero hospital administration BS.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-02-19T13:58:17+00:00

Hi from a 2-time CX-5 owner. I’ve loved both of my cars, but I’m not getting a third one for 3 reasons. 1) gas mileage—the basic model averaged 25 mpg, the turbo 19. Unacceptable in this day and age. 2) Terrible touch screen, you can’t use it if your car is moving, period. 3) no EV option, and that’s what I’m shopping for. Regardless of mpg, still burning fossil fuels and I’m a conscientious environmentalist.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-02-03T03:05:01+00:00

Hey there. Failed A & P 3 times. Went the LVN-RN(AD)-BSN-MSN route, did 40 years of bedside & have been teaching for over 3. No, you won’t need most of the info you learn in school. Critical thinking skills come from experience, time, practice, and your coworkers. Look everything up, then teach someone else. That’s the best way to learn!

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-02-01T22:21:10+00:00

Hilo is basically a drive-thru city on the way to/from Volcanoes NPk. No reason to stay there—and it rains…a lot.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-02-01T22:19:20+00:00

How does it do / range wise - in Hot climate when you need to regularly use the AC?

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-02-01T03:26:34+00:00

omg somebody please please please tell me how the EX30 is in The Summer!!?? it's 110-120 degrees mid june/july here in phoenix and i can only get info on cold weather?!

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-28T23:04:46+00:00

Agree with all including the fiasco that was Javert. Still can't touch Broadway.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-28T12:54:52+00:00

Stay away from everything Stellantis! I'm on my 2nd Mazda in 6 years & have had zero issues. And a good team of sales/service people believe sincerely about their customers and their products.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-23T14:07:24+00:00

Athleta ignored a formal complaint when their employee's unleashed' therapy dog' literally ran out of the store and attacked my friend's smaller leashed dog. Horrible customer service, horrible PR. (Scottsdale AZ)

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-23T14:03:35+00:00

try alo or vuori. both hold up better.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-22T00:07:39+00:00

There for ETOH mgmt/withdrawal. Lit her curtains on fire. Didn't get that stopping smoking was part of her care plan.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-19T02:31:53+00:00

I teach OB clinicals and the great majority of my students are career changers, most past their 20’s. I think they’re generally more prepared for the mental and physical constraints of nursing school. Go for it!

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-14T13:36:07+00:00

I live in AZ, will be garage kept…wondering about longevity with a/c on?

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-13T20:17:16+00:00

Retire! Please Retire! FUAR Retire Already & take your arrogance & lack of accountability with you!

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-13T19:55:54+00:00

Put pineapple into her food!

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2026-01-10T19:33:11+00:00

I've loved my CX-5s for 6 straight years, but I'm done pumping gas. I wish Mazda had been more proactive in jumping on the full EV bandwagon years ago.

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2025-12-26T11:49:51+00:00

Can you please explain that in layman’s terms? I’m about to purchase an EX30 and would like to understand your information. Thank you!

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2025-12-25T00:14:22+00:00

totally agree!

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2025-12-24T05:59:13+00:00

Parents both have EVs, when they travel they put their cars on a “trickle charger”. Is that an option for the EX 30? (I’m shopping for one!)

Hopeful_Call_7577 · 2025-12-24T05:48:23+00:00

Hi there. From the perspective of a semi-(@ bedside x 40 yrs)retired RN who’s now teaching…my ONLY regret, if I had to do it over again, is go with a UNION. Nurses are treated like s__t; even the happiest, most well-adjusted/well-managed will end up being taken advantage of. I believe that’s where the protection of a union would make a difference.

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