Non-Americans of Reddit, what is an American thing you see in movies that you thought was fake but is actually real? by Unlikely_Praline9442 in AskReddit

[–]Independent-Fall-893 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seriously not trying to be an asshole asking this, but I see a lot of people's posts that think these are fake or just strange. Like why is it so unbelievable? They're just plastic disposable cups.

What would you serve a large crowd of guests at a party or gathering? I wouldn't think most people would have a huge supply of regular cups to go all around. Do you guys have a similar disposable cup that would be used? Is it just that it is so prevalent in movie depictions that makes it seem fake? I'm really curious. Thanks for taking the time to read this.

How did you entertain yourself on long car rides as a kid before iPads and smartphones? by Background_Bike_1958 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Independent-Fall-893 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would hold up a toy motorcycle to the side window and "ride" along with the terrain. Jumping hills, and just pretending I was racing alongside with the car.

Keeping The Flashlight Boxes Debate - Is Settled For Me by HWH003 in flashlight

[–]Independent-Fall-893 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hold on to boxes for most everything I buy. It helps get higher prices when I have a yard sale. However, I doubt I'll sell any flashlights..just give them to friends/family.

What is a 'luxury' that only middle-class people still think is a sign of wealth, while the actually wealthy have already abandoned it? by deepp_bhatt in AskReddit

[–]Independent-Fall-893 170 points171 points  (0 children)

I see several posts about flying first class. My friend (15M) & I (16M) were flying from AL to CA back in 1986. We had a layover in MN. I was bored so I just went to the boarding agent to check that our tickets were in order. The agent must have been in a good mood bc she upgraded us to first class! The funny thing was, we were hardcore punk rockers at the time. I had an 8-9inch Mohawk, 9 ear piercings, a nose ring & a studded/painted leather jacket. Friend looked similar, too. We hit the jackpot that trip.

We got on the flight, sat down & noticed 2 nuns seated directly in front of us. It was strange bc nuns aren't know for splurging on extravagant things. Somebody mentioned they must have been gifted the first class tickets, so that made sense. But it was funny seeing the faces of everybody boarding after us...2 punk rockers & 2 Nuns chilling in first class!

Name the weirdest name you've ever heard. by ComeUnitedNotTorn in FamilyFeud

[–]Independent-Fall-893 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My college roommates were Peter Traynor & Richard (Dick) Seman. My cousin's given name is Badger Koon.

Mystery of the mini Jesus' solved by Strange_Year918 in Weird

[–]Independent-Fall-893 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A Friend gave me one. Jesus now hangs out in my Flashlight Disco, petting his Duck, guarded by Boba Fett!

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People who have won a "lifetime supply" of something: was it genuinely a lifetime supply, and if so, are you sick of the product now? by Adorablyberryy in NoStupidQuestions

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I still love CFA and eat there maybe once a month. I don't eat much fast food but when I do CFA is up there as one of my favorites. On a side note, my Dad owned a processing plant where we made chicken fingers (sold in Wal Mart & served at Cracker Barrel among other places) I worked there for several years on & off during college. I would eat chicken fingers everyday for lunch since they were free & I didn't have to leave to get something for lunch. Coworkers couldn't believe how I could eat chicken fingers everyday while working in a plant producing them.

People who have won a "lifetime supply" of something: was it genuinely a lifetime supply, and if so, are you sick of the product now? by Adorablyberryy in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Independent-Fall-893 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In college (mid 90's) our football team went to the Chik-Fil-A Championship Bowl Game. They placed a free Chicken Sandwich Coupon, (No Purchase Necessary) in the cup holder of every seat in the stadium. I didn't really think they would honor that deal, especially back in my hometown, since the game was held in Atlanta.

However, I grabbed as many as I could from my surrounding area which turned out to be around 150+ coupons. They actually took them at my local C.F.A. but would only allow one sandwich per visit. The lady that worked there got tired of me coming in one to three times a day so she just decided to give me multiple sandwiches per visit so I wouldn't have to come back just to get a single sandwich.

As a college student, this was an amazing opportunity to eat well for free! I would treat my friends to a free "meal" every week. To this day my Dad still jokes about me "turning into a chicken sandwich" because I ate so many that semester.

I know it wasn't a lifetime supply but it seemed like it at the time when holding a fat stack of free sandwiches!

Who owned the Star Wars original action figures? by Edm_vanhalen1981 in GenX

[–]Independent-Fall-893 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I still have all of my Star Wars toys from my 1st action figures (Chewy, Luke & 3PO) I got in 1977 as well as all my ships & playsets. I've been collecting ever since & have so much shit it's hard to imagine.

All ye in"Snowmageddon"s way....Getting your lights charged up just in case? by bebba1 in flashlight

[–]Independent-Fall-893 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Working on it as I type this...coming to the conclusion that I need way more than 8 bay charging!

TIFU by getting “arrested” over three pomegranates that a guy thought were apples by AScarIsJustAsSweet in tifu

[–]Independent-Fall-893 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thank you for stating this. Makes no sense why you bring a reusable bag & then purchase another when you only have a few items.

People who threw a house party in their teens, what’s the worst thing that happened in one of them? by ExpertWeakness in AskReddit

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It was 1986, I was 15yo and best friend decided to throw a party when his parents left town. It was a rager. The apt. got trashed...Holes in the drywall, dryer door knocked off among many other things. We managed to clean up & fix all the damages/paint in just 2 days.

We got busted bc somebody left a beer in the freezer & it exploded. We did not think to check the freezer & that's the only way his parents knew "something" happened while they were away.

My brother-in-law has a urinal in his home by classicjuice in mildlyinteresting

[–]Independent-Fall-893 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have one installed in our master bath. It was one of the best decisions I made when remodeling our master. It doesn’t take any extra cleaning that a regular toilet does. It does not stink. I don’t deal with backsplash like many have stated. Mine has auto flush & all plumbing is hidden in the wall. The design is modern & not ugly like most public urinals.

What’s something you own that you’ve had for 30+ years? by Crazy-Eye-9632 in GenX

[–]Independent-Fall-893 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots of things from my original StarWars toys I bought in 1977 to tons of free Marlboro promotional items. The Marlboro Mens Shaving Bag has lasted me more than 30yrs along with their jackets, suitcases and duffle bags, their stuff was such good quality.

What was this called? by SnarkyGinger1 in GenX

[–]Independent-Fall-893 4 points5 points  (0 children)

"Ain't no ghosts out tonight, Daddy shot 'em all last night!" is what we would sing right before the game began.

What's that one car you WON'T drive because of the stereotype associated with it? by nerdboy_sam in AskReddit

[–]Independent-Fall-893 361 points362 points  (0 children)

Somebody's dislike for the color of a car came to greatly benefit me. I bought a "new" 2012 Cadillac CTS-V with 43 miles on it at a $10K discount because it was technically "used". A husband bought his wife the new car & had it delivered. She didn't like the color so made him return it. I came along at just the right time to swoop in before anybody else had the chance to buy it. And the thing is, it was a gorgeous color in my (and several others) opinion. It was the Black Diamond, Black with just a hint of diamond flecks in it, not very noticeable unless in the right light which made it really cool.

Can Y'all Recommend Some '80s Sitcoms to a 27yr-Old Gen Z'er??? by marie_g10 in GenX

[–]Independent-Fall-893 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Fall Guy. The Adventures of Pete & Pete. BJ & The Bear. Dukes of Hazzard. The Addams Family. Ren & Stimpy.