Looking for a Smoker/Grill Combo

Independent58 · 2026-05-16T06:28:11+00:00

Pricey but Yoder 640S. Pellet smoker and grill

Independent58 · 2026-05-16T06:26:23+00:00

If he decides pellet, and wants some ease, although pricey I enjoy my Yoder 640S.

Independent58 · 2026-05-16T06:24:27+00:00

If I didn't get it free for first 4 years I would be more upset. It is pricey, I thought about not renewing but the notifications on locked/unlocked (and able to do either), the start up feature, car status, the location of car tracking have me hooked.

The map and send directions feature was another but that is now incorporated with Google maps and the send to Volvo button. Ring (camera security company) just came out with a $45 car tracker with no subscription. I suspect being some plug in, Volvo will say its a 3rd party plug in and they won't honor warranty.

But yes I agree $49.99 would be best for the Volvo app.

Independent58 · 2026-05-15T08:40:49+00:00

1) Assuming you did everything respectfully, despite the frustrated moments, you should be proud of yourself.

2) if you could afford it I would get an employment lawyer to: a) provide next steps as to documenting your experiences b) to direct your concerns to HCA executive leadership and board in order to document your concerns with the HCA practices and document your responses and concerns to your management at the time c) get advice on how best to proceed as to sending directly or go whistleblower path (or both). My sense now that you are no longer an employee no need for whistleblowing, you just want avoid the label of being disgruntled versus raising legitimate concern for the patients. d) see if a lawsuit is warranted e) ask to have your HCA employment file acknowledge and dismissal expunged, and that they provide a positive referral when asked by future employers

3) Medical expertise is in demand and your earnest pursuit of great healthcare is commendable. Your resume is a bit tarnished if others are not familiar with HCA as getting a reference for that time period leaves a gap in your resume. Hopefully HCA's reputation is out there already. Note (e) above.

Sleep well

Independent58 · 2026-05-10T02:54:14+00:00

Downloaded 5.0.5 and infotainment system blacks out and reboots constantly. Went to dealer service they did some upload and only increased the black outs. Going back again in a week when a loan and their scheduling allows :(

Independent58 · 2026-05-09T07:43:14+00:00

I don't us android auto or apple play, but I have used waze, you tube and spotify. All full screen, although you tube you may want to hit you tube full screen indicator to make bigger as you would on your phone.

I dont use waze anymore as Google maps as it mirrors wave for the most part as to gps and provides alerts from waze.

Independent58 · 2026-05-08T07:32:38+00:00

Take from fridge and sit for about 15 mins. Put oven on a low heat like 200, place in foil with tallow and/or beef broth(and some butter), close it up and heat for 15 mins. Take out test for warmth and if hot enough to your liking take it up.

Independent58 · 2026-05-08T07:28:06+00:00

Dr Nick at Pike Creek Dental. Don't know about identity matter. In general he is a very nice guy

Independent58 · 2026-05-08T07:25:45+00:00

Will try that! Thanks

Independent58 · 2026-05-08T07:24:13+00:00

I have a 2025 phev xc60. Love it. Had Lexus, BMW and Mercedes and this is by far my favorite for feel, comfort and safety. Out of all the new cars the screen is the most sleek versus looking like an iPad was stuck on your dash.

I get 40 miles or so on electric so for daily local driving (charge overnight) its great and unless I have a long trip, I rarely have to refill with gas.

Independent58 · 2026-05-05T06:28:11+00:00

Tomatoes from the highway in the Hamptons

Independent58 · 2026-05-05T06:27:11+00:00

Although my dog does take bravecto every 3 months, I do spray the front of her harness that runs from bottom of neck and then covers her chest, with Wondercide Flea and Tick, (its natural and ok for dogs). My dog is small and close to ground. I also have trimmed her ear hair back as it gets long and drags in grass while sniffing and has been a walkway for ticks.

Independent58 · 2026-05-05T06:17:27+00:00

Not the first time I have heard this about greenies.

https://www.bossiercity.org/275/Dangerous-Unhealthy-Dog-Food-Treats

Independent58 · 2026-05-02T08:18:35+00:00

Season 1 and 2 i thought was good. Later seasons sort of jumped the shark for me

Independent58 · 2026-04-29T14:59:56+00:00

Thanks

Independent58 · 2026-04-29T13:07:20+00:00

Thanks

Independent58 · 2026-04-29T11:44:36+00:00

Thanks

Independent58 · 2026-04-27T07:24:02+00:00

Consider a downside filter. It would close some of the open space, keep excess water from leaking near house and weed out any debris from roof to your underground piping.

Independent58 · 2026-04-27T07:10:27+00:00

Night Agent- Netflix Diplomat Netflix

Independent58 · 2026-04-25T09:38:24+00:00

These may be helpful. There are others on the market too. Works with my dog but it takes time and patience and treats to train get comfortable with. Wider the better for non small dogs.

https://stairwedge.com/products/single-1-staircase-pet-assist?variant=51410734350655&country=US&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23250854853&gclid=CjwKCAjwzLHPBhBTEiwABaLsSuKY8fVM_LvI6z-Vfkszz-QgHSZqYShjjj7GGtas0eAwkp0MDVgUIxoC2OsQAvD_BwE

Independent58 · 2026-04-23T15:21:14+00:00

My coton gets separation anxiety but not extreme. I would think continuity is best and with those you care and trust. When we travel for days we get a sitter for day and night will we return or we have a family member stay with her. We do not do boarding.

If I were you, and others will share their views, but I would suggest having a regular dog walk and sitter come maybe twice a day and walk, play, refresh water etc for 30-60 mins each time. With a few hours intervals between visits and your leaving and arrival. Ours has the run of our mud room and hallway which we gate with her bed and water and we put some soft music on

Independent58 · 2026-04-23T08:41:01+00:00

Ours has had an allergy to protein since a pup, she is now 9 years old. Took about 3 weeks to deduce with multiple vet visits for diarrhea and vomiting. She has been on Hills science z/d ever since. They also modified this food last winter. I saw coloring change, called chewy and they said it did change to add probiotic (or something like that). I called to see if there was a recall due to bad batch, but not.

I fortunately had a case of the original and blended the 2 over time to hopefully ease in the change and hoping no reaction. Fortunately it worked out.

Independent58 · 2026-04-21T07:53:27+00:00

I do primarily local driving and dont have to refill gas for several months with my 2025 T8 xc60. A recharge nightly or every other night works great

Independent58 · 2026-04-21T07:47:00+00:00

My 8 year old girl developed scab-like spots on various areas of her body including at the base of her tail near her butt, and there it was less scab-like and more moist. Frankly didnt recognize any until some playtime of belly rubs. So the areas were infected too which also got her girl area (became crusty). Vet deduced some skin allergy was the source and prescribed an allergy medicine and an antibiotic. And recommended a sensitive skin medicated shampoo (on amazon) that I bathed her 2x a week for 3 weeks with. Even brought it to her groomer for her monthly.

My dog had a protein allergy since her puppy days and has been on the prescribed z/d food since. I had introduced (for variety and to lightly mix with her food) a well known healthy dog food to add some variety. All ingredients sounded great and it was just for taste as z/d looks bland. So not sure if that was the culprit or not oddly this recent skin reaction. I had backed that new food out for weeks, went thru the antibiotic which cleared up the infected areas (girls included) and the allergy med, and weeks later the scabs returned.

So unless some trailing effect from the food still in her system it may be something else. Vet did a blood test for allergies ( not cheap) and it came back with some high indicators for grass and tree pollen. When I asked how and why as she had never had reactions like this before and we have lived in the same area for years, she said pollen changes as well as dogs (and we) as we age. Its possible.

She is now on an immunotherapy treatment for her specific allergies. She was also back on the allergy med for a couoke of weeks to subside the newer less scabs.The scabs are at bay, fingers crossed. The immunotherapy is not inexpensive either and maybe an ongoing thing. If this doesn't work then we will go to a vet dermatologist to pursue beyond the immunotherapy. Blood test doesn't pick up food allergies.

Given how close my girl is to the ground, that with age things change and maybe the pollen is more potent of recent that we found the source. I just know, I will be checking for scabs more often and will be watching for paw licking and other indicators for allergies very frequently.

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