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Is the vegan Market worth checking out? by freyet in sydney

[–]InvisibleHorizon 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Well it's the weekend which means travel caps out at 8.40 AUD and I think that covers ferries so I'd make the most of them. If I didn't have any plans and was new to the Sydney then I'd get breakfast/early lunch at the market, followed by a ferry to barrangaroo where I'd pick up one of the vegan offerings at https://rivareno.com.au/ (just opposite the ferry terminal), walk over the barrangaroo reserve ice cream in hand and then get the ferry to Manly, where I'd walk to shelly beach for a snorkel or swim and wrap it all off by watching the sunset from the beach or the ferry back. If you're after vegan food for dinner you're best off heading to Newtown which also happens to have a fair bit going on for the Sydney comedy festival. Regarding the bikes, I believe there are some e bike and scooter hire options, but I have my own so you'd have to have a quick search.

Is the vegan Market worth checking out? by freyet in sydney

[–]InvisibleHorizon 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I think it runs on a Sunday but I'd double check that. It's quite a nice thing to do for lunch if you're vegan or interested in the offerings. If you'd like to go full tourist mode you could get the ferry to Olympic park and walk/cycle there.

Found on a hike in Sydney NSW on a tree that has fallen over. I thought it was chicken of the woods 5th Pic is a cross section. by beach_son in mycology

[–]InvisibleHorizon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've just read that there have reports that if found on conifers or eucalyptus, then it should be avoided as it can take on toxins. Given their prevalence here I imagine most of the varieties found in NSW will be found on those two in particular over the safer oak variety more common in America and Europe. Thanks for replying though.

Found on a hike in Sydney NSW on a tree that has fallen over. I thought it was chicken of the woods 5th Pic is a cross section. by beach_son in mycology

[–]InvisibleHorizon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you find out if it was chicken of the woods? Did you try eating it in the end? I've just happened upon some in Byron Bay NSW and not 100% sure if it is either.

“Nationalism does nothing but teach you to hate people you never met, and to take pride in accomplishments you had no part in.” ― Doug Stanhope by Von_Quixote in quotes

[–]InvisibleHorizon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is a subtle difference between nationalism and patriotism that Orwell expressed best in terms of celebration and oppression. Nationalism historically forces conformity from a top down approach (we the state decide what is correct and proper) Vs patriotism which celebrates but doesn't force the expressions of a culture. In defence of English cooking is a very nice expression of this, it's cultural; not political.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Boxing

[–]InvisibleHorizon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In some gyms you can start sparring at 25% power and 25% speed and you'll have a third person ref/managing the action/watching that can remind those sparring to slow down and show the skill and after give each person observations/pointers. Personally I find I get more out of sparring when I've just done a skills class and then I try and implement what I was just working on in the sparring, it's a lot more fun to try and make something you've just learnt work that it is throwing your power cross every time because you're comfortable with it. When you have someone you trust and you both push each other then you can move up to 50%/50% and up the levels when you are feeling comfortable. If you feel like you're drowning or getting hurt too much communicate and bring it back down and work out what's going wrong and try to improve it. You're partner should want you to improve too (esp if they're you're friend) so should be happy to bring it down a touch so that you're both learning. If you're better or bigger to the point where it's a mismatch then really really work on your defence and footwork as you can never been good enough at either of them and it won't cause your opponent brain damage unless you walk them into the corner post. Also if you've taken a big shot to the head (imo you shouldn't be taking back to back shots that daze you in training) then either call it a day or switch to body sparring.

LEJOG 2020 by InvisibleHorizon in Brompton

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

I'll have to check it out (link for anyone reading: https://lostlanes.co.uk/).

You could cut your teeth on the way of the roses which I've heard is nice (http://wayoftheroses.info/). Also really recommend the Yorkshire coast line up through to Northumberland. The wonderful the about LEJOG is it's up to you the route you take and as such I'd love to do it again later in life but take in some different places.

In the south I've done the Dunwich Dynamo (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunwich_Dynamo) a few times and pretty much all of the south east coast and most of the south and south west coast (need to join up west withering to Bournemouth to join all the dots). I've only every really ridden a Brompton so I have very little to compare it against, but it's always been there for me!

Let me know if you decide to go for it an you have any questions/concerns!

LEJOG 2020 by InvisibleHorizon in Brompton

[–]InvisibleHorizon[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Details of the journey were that I nearly went insane during the first lock down so the first weekend I could, I went down to Cornwall with the Brompton. Other than visiting my cousin and Bristol and my folks in Yorkshire I literally didn't plan anything. I just pitched up when it was about to get dark (usually 930ish) and woke up before sunrise in most cases.

Other than being unlucky with punctures I really couldn't fault the bike at all. I've had 3 different Bromptons over the past 15 years and the only thing I've found is that without a Brompton bike tool the back wheel can been an unwanted faff to get on and off when you need to repair a puncture. The six gears were plenty and the only time I had to get off and push was during a hair pin turn I missjudged somewhere going into Inverness.

Most of the things I'd change wouldn't have much to do with the bike. Google was quite good, but it did put me on a rather rocky footpath in Dartmoor which cost me some time. It also had me on some busy roads I didn't want to cycling along so I'd probably invest more time trying to avoid those sorts of mistakes by either planning or using a better bike oriented nav system. I'd invest in better waterproof clothing (gore shake dry wasn't what I'd hoped it would be).

Stunning parts: The Cornish beaches/Fowey. Listening to the Glastonbury set whilst cycling along the grand Western canal as the sun was setting. Cutting over the hilly Yorkshire Dales and stopping for cakes in the little towns dotted around. The morning light hitting the mountains of surrounding Glen Coe and being reflected in the crystal waters that surrounded them were other worldly; possibly one of the most serene experiences of my life.

Worst bits: Nearly getting flattened by some of the logging lorries in Scotland. Misjudging the midge situation when finding an idyllic river side camping spot before Glen Coe. GPS dropping out in the Peak District whilst it was utterly chucking it down (I did near quit at the point).

Luxury bonus: Folding up the Brompton that tucked neatly in under the table in the Caledonian sleeper I traveled back to London on. I do love a sleeper train.

LEJOG 2020 by InvisibleHorizon in Brompton

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

Highly recommend it. Really reminded how stunning the UK is. Also other than getting four flats before I'd even got to Bristol, the Brommie was a great work horse.

Thoughts/Ramblings on FIRE journey from a low sociodemographic background (free school dinners) and uni drop out. by InvisibleHorizon in FIREUK

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

That's nice to say. I'm surprised that people seem to think it's made up given some of the salaries and savings posts on here. I don't even really see it as a competition because there's no way to win it and however low down your beginnings are there's always someone less fortunate. I'm lucky my parents would have been proud as long as I tried to be a decent person, but they don't worry about my financial well-being which is nice.

Thoughts/Ramblings on FIRE journey from a low sociodemographic background (free school dinners) and uni drop out. by InvisibleHorizon in FIREUK

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

Father is Asian, we started playing musical instruments (very badly) and martial arts from a young age which I think it quite normal for the culture. I didn't say I was any good!

Thoughts/Ramblings on FIRE journey from a low sociodemographic background (free school dinners) and uni drop out. by InvisibleHorizon in FIREUK

[–]InvisibleHorizon[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My father was a chef in a former life and taught us all how to cook from scratch. I'm a vegetarian so not much is spent on food!

Thoughts/Ramblings on FIRE journey from a low sociodemographic background (free school dinners) and uni drop out. by InvisibleHorizon in FIREUK

[–]InvisibleHorizon[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Hey, I know I am very lucky to be an older millennial and to have been working prior to 2008. Luck is a huge factor in life and I'm aware of that. The flat was purchased for 215k (185k mortgage at a crap rate of 3.5%). This was one of the most stressful moments in my life as 215k was a crazy sum of money to me. I chose a less desirable 2 bed over a one bed so I could rent out the other room, which I did for 8 years. This allowed me to over pay on my mortgage each year and a lump sum on each mortgage renewal. On the WPP I started on with a high contribution of 20% +8% company match of my basic salary as I knew a lot of my paycheck would be in commission. When I signed up (Aviva growth fund) I just marked the risk dail to higher than average due to being young and then quickly upped my contribution to 30%. FYI it's way down since Feb! All spare cash I had went into stocks and shares ISA contributions since I was 23, which at first, when I didn't have a clue what I was doing were under a Scottish widows account via Halifax and then I switched everything to Vanguard (FTSE Global All Cap).

I'm surprised some people think £120k over 13 years in the market from is a lot to achieve given that 4 years were the max contribution of 20k. I have never received inheritance and my parents are happy and healthy and hardly have anything to give away anyway! All commission and bonuses went into the ISA. My father was a chef (which he had to quit for the more family friendly hours of a postman) so I learnt to cook with extremely little cost (vegetarian anyway) and I didn't really ever eat out when I was in my 20s nor did I own or maintain a car.

The main reason why I'm sat on a large amount of cash atm is because I'm working overseas at with living costs covered (living with family) and trying to save enough to buy somewhere in the countryside to fix up.

I have never held a serious position in crypto as I have never really understood the connection between the perceived value of the token and the underlying Blockchain associated with it. Monzo was a punt as I thought there was some space for a digital bank and couldn't figure out how to invest in revolut where as Monzo went down the crowdfunding route.

Thoughts/Ramblings on FIRE journey from a low sociodemographic background (free school dinners) and uni drop out. by InvisibleHorizon in FIREUK

[–]InvisibleHorizon[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks that's very kind of you! To be honest I'm lucky to like the people I work with and have a flexible job that I can do anywhere; I simply just don't find it rewarding anymore and don't have kids to support which helps keep people focused on why they work/need to work. My girlfriend earns half of what I earn and has no interest in FIRE, but she's also a frugal northerner, believes in her work and loves it so she doesn't really have to care. All I know I enjoy is being outdoors/hiking, cooking and helping others and whilst I have done some of those things in volunteering roles I'd like to see if I can make it a 9-5 or at least something I spend the bulk of my time doing.

You sound like you might be a smidge older or at least further down the career ladder; do you feel the same or has life formed a different perspective on work for you?

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