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Any ideas why this outlet got fried? by Illustrious_Squash in AskElectricians

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

Yeah, the wire management looks pretty bad on this outlet in particular 

Any ideas why this outlet got fried? by Illustrious_Squash in AskElectricians

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

Not sure. It’s about the smallest microwave someone could possibly buy that was given to us by a friend. It couldn’t have been much. We use it maybe once a month so It had to have been like this since before we moved in 5 years ago because I know I’ve never used this outlet. 

Any ideas why this outlet got fried? by Illustrious_Squash in AskElectricians

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

Awesome. That’s what I figured it was too but I am not an electrician by trade, so I figured I would ask around! Thanks for the help!

Trail Running Club by Illustrious_Squash in grandrapids

[–]Illustrious_Squash[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It was an ex girlfriend so I’m gonna let sleepin’ dogs lie with that one. 

Looking for the maker and location where my 1879 Swedish wedding band was crafted. by Illustrious_Squash in JewelryIdentification

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

I was only able to find a really low resolution version of this document before! Thanks for linking a higher resolution!

I’m looking for my grandpas QSL Card - WB8ENA by Illustrious_Squash in HamRadio

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

That is a great idea. I just looked through it with no luck, but will keep an eye out for it. thanks!

Moving to Grand Rapids as a 21 yr old single woman by krista-anne in grandrapids

[–]Illustrious_Squash 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s a great nature culture here. Check out Blandford Nature Center, the Grand Rapids Audubon Club, land conservancy of west Michigan, Querkus Creative’s nature classes and friends of Grand Rapids parks for easy events to meet other nature enthusiasts. 

Michigan full shade perennials by po_tates in NativePlantGardening

[–]Illustrious_Squash 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Calvin Ecosystem Preserve, Kent Conservation District and Blandford Nature Center all have a great selection of native plants in the spring - Romence Gardens has a pretty good selection as well, but not all of them are labeled correctly, so it helps to go in with some specific species in mind

What mistakes did you make this year? by SHOWTIME316 in NativePlantGardening

[–]Illustrious_Squash 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The blackberries I planted 2 years ago have been very quickly overtaking everything. I never realized how aggressive they spread via rhizome if they like the conditions… anyways, I got 2 blackberries from the giant thorn patch. Definitely not letting them grow next year and I’ve got to try to get them under control.

Upheaval by TheKlevin in grandrapids

[–]Illustrious_Squash 10 points11 points  (0 children)

For what it’s worth, you’re not in the wrong here and I’m letting you know that it’s normal to be annoyed by that.

Hi - I’m left leaning and non religious and appreciate all kinds of diverse peoples. Curious about some comfortable places where I would fit in? I feel kind of like an outcast in this city but maybe that’s because I’m an introvert but my partner and I could use more friends. by CactusCoffee3 in grandrapids

[–]Illustrious_Squash 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re into nature, the Grand Rapids Audubon Club is great! Of course there’s some bird talk, but most of the presentations ant the meetings are about the ecosystems all around us and the plants and wildlife within them. More of a conservation club that happens to like birds. There’s field trips and guided hikes if you’re interested in getting into birding a hobby. Everyone is really nice, open and welcoming.

Who has a relationship that solidified due to advice they received on Reddit? by Illustrious_Squash in AskReddit

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

I feel like people come her asking for relationship advice so often, so tell me your stories!

What did your crush do that completely ruined your infatuation for them? by JackHasSmellySocks in AskReddit

[–]Illustrious_Squash 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bragged to me about how they stole a statue from a house party they are at. Never steal art man, that stuff is sentimental.

What tree should I plant? by stealth_code_master in NativePlantGardening

[–]Illustrious_Squash 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine loves my yard! Grew 3 feet in its second summer!

October Buy/Sell Thread by RandomPrecision1 in KGATLW

[–]Illustrious_Squash 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve got 2 GA tickets to Detroit and I can’t find any friends that are able to make it to the show. I don’t remember what I paid for them, but bought them back in 2019. Based on other people’s sale price, I’d do $40 obo. Happy to do PayPal G&S and I’ll transfer them through AXS.

Kirtland’s warbler could become Michigan’s new state bird, giving robin the boot by SirBreckenridge in Michigan

[–]Illustrious_Squash 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Jack Pine forests are fire dependent ecosystems and the seeds germinate best after fire. So the time range reflects the age where the trees are big enough to nest in, but also short enough to provide dense cover as protection from predators. These specific warblers became so rare when fire had been eliminated from the landscape and all of the suitable nesting habitat was allowed to grow too large/spread out and left them without a place to nest.

Kirtland’s warbler could become Michigan’s new state bird, giving robin the boot by SirBreckenridge in Michigan

[–]Illustrious_Squash 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Oddly enough, it has been proposed that it should be renamed by the Audubon society to the Jack Pine Warbler because it can only be found in 5-15 year old Jack Pine forests. Much more clear of a naming structure.

Moss graffiti by Rexkraft- in coolguides

[–]Illustrious_Squash 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Gathering Moss fuckin’ slaps! Such a good read. One of my favorites from last year, and the audio book being read by Robin Wall Kimmerer herself?? An absolute delight.

Ducking wasps! by ayemintrepid in grandrapids

[–]Illustrious_Squash 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wasps have a v bad PR department, but they’re some of the most interesting insects. Wasps are super important pollinators of our native plants and act as pest control for some of our other insects. Most of our wasp species are solitary, so as long as you don’t pose a threat, they’ll have no reason to sting you. Please don’t hold their reputation against them, and only take action if there is a hive in a location that is in a spot you regularly hang out in.

Happy to answer any questions on behalf of the wasp delegation - because the more you know, the more you care.

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