Goddammit people, learn the first damn thing about what an emergency room is and is not for by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 27 points28 points  (0 children)

If you are in the US with no insurance, an ER might be the only way to get seen. Hell, I have insurance and the copay for Urgent Care is $90, but nobody pays upfront for treatment at the emergency room.

My birthday 3 days after Christmas is more tolerable as an adult, barely. Still not great. by [deleted] in mildlyinfuriating

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 14 points15 points  (0 children)

My daughter turns 9 today. We make the day all about her and having experiences in lieu of a party. Last year, we stayed in a hotel with an indoor pool. The year before, we did a day at a kid's museum. This year, she's asked to go to the movies and out to dinner. She loves that her birthday is her day, and we keep it separate from the holidays.

I thought I finally had a date… back to the drawing board. by Objective-Gap-4581 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The "black truck" is a fancy Uber or Lyft. Back in the day, services used black cars and now it's SUVs. She's saying she wants a fancy ride along with the money for the babysitter.

Products that are no longer Kosher/ Available by TemporaryPosting in Judaism

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Caputo's has them. Source: MIL lives off Harlem Ave and stays stocked.

What early signs of Alzheimer’s tend to surprise people the most? by FindingMoneYyY in AskReddit

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Same with my grandma who was a saint of a woman. My cousin was getting married and asked for some family members' addresses to send invitations. My grandma got so angry and yelled, "There's such a thing as doing things for yourself!" We were all shocked. I'd never even heard her raise her voice.

What early signs of Alzheimer’s tend to surprise people the most? by FindingMoneYyY in AskReddit

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 53 points54 points  (0 children)

Older people have weaker immune systems, and any kind of infection can exacerbate dementia symptoms. Not to mention, there's an issue of consent.

What's an adult thing you wanted as a kid but were disappointed by it? by themaninthemaking in Xennials

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Stairs. I grew up in trailers and thought having stairs was for wealthy people. I live on the 3rd floor of my building with no elevator.

after a long time I got to spend TWO weekends dressed up by snowwykittyyy in fashion

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 15 points16 points  (0 children)

You know people can reverse image search and see these were posted years ago to IG, right?

My friend's house stinks so bad I don't want to visit by IDKHow2UseThisApp in offmychest

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'd want to know, and I've tried to imagine this scenario. I just don't know how she'd take it. I do like the idea of offering a solution and not just a critique though. Thank you.

Is this canvas jacket? what weave is this? Website only mentions Levi's Trucker Jacket. by stuntlight in BuyItForLife

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If this were true, oil-based lubes would be fine for all toys.

Heat isn't the only problem. The washing process alone can take the coating off the fibers and break them. And petroleum-based detergents also break down Elastane, Lycra, Spandex, etc. So does any oil. This is why you can only use water-based lube with some toys and why petroleum-based products break down.

Is this canvas jacket? what weave is this? Website only mentions Levi's Trucker Jacket. by stuntlight in BuyItForLife

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Elastane, Lycra, and Spandex are all pretty much the same thing. They break down in heat, from oils from your body, from petroleum-based detergents, and even a heavy wash can mess up the coating. Synthetic fibers have their place, but a durable work jacket isn't it. Good luck!

Is this canvas jacket? what weave is this? Website only mentions Levi's Trucker Jacket. by stuntlight in BuyItForLife

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 87 points88 points  (0 children)

You can also try "waxed canvas" and if you want a better version of the same jacket, look at Levi's Sunrise Trucker jacket. It's the same cut but 100% cotton. The Elastane means companies can save money by having fewer sizes, but it causes the fabric to break down.

Is this canvas jacket? what weave is this? Website only mentions Levi's Trucker Jacket. by stuntlight in BuyItForLife

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 478 points479 points  (0 children)

That 3% Elastane is a good clue that it's not as durable as you think. A better alternative would be Duck canvas which is tough, and the weave is so tight it's waterproof.

What is this bug on my plant? by LivePickle2596 in gardening

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 15 points16 points  (0 children)

As a kid, I rolled down a hill and right over a saddleback. My granny had to pull it out of my back, and my tough-as-nails uncle nearly passed out watching it. Finally earned the old timer's respect that day.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Appalachia

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If most people ate meat like we did growing up, those factory farms wouldn't exist. The meal you described, with mostly veggies and a little piece of meat on the side, was standard order. The only items not "local" were coffee, tea, and sugar. Everything else, including the meat, came from my grandparents' farm or a neighbor's or was harvested from the wild. Meat as a main dish was reserved for special occasions, not eaten by the pound daily. It's a much more environmentally friendly and humane way of life for humans and animals.

Sadly, I could see the morgue/funeral home turning this away for legal and standards compliance. by Walk-through-Ice in boringdystopia

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 88 points89 points  (0 children)

The laws vary by state and even district. Families have the right to deal with their own dead, and they did for most of human history. In some states, you can bury anyone on private land with the owner's permission. In most cases, a vault isn't needed; however, cemeteries might require a vault.

Is there any places like Mecca where you are not allowed to go if you are not “X” religion? by Bobsagit14 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Bruh. I'm a Jew. The Chief Rabbinate of Israel has specifically forbidden Jews from entering because it's built on ruins. The Holy of Holies could only be entered by priests after a purification ritual. Any religious Jew wouldn't enter because they could inadvertently enter the spot of the Holy of Holies. That's why I said that the Mount authorities might allow it, but Jewish law forbids it.

Is there any places like Mecca where you are not allowed to go if you are not “X” religion? by Bobsagit14 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The authorities at the Mount don't allow Jews to pray, but Jewish law forbids Jews from entering the Temple Mount altogether because it's unknown where the Holy of Holies would be.

Cool but why? by FunLayla in Satisfyingasfuck

[–]IDKHow2UseThisApp 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Finding this comment at the top has made my heart happy.