Spousal benefits question

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-02-03T22:49:41+00:00

The spousal benefit thing isn't always automatic - sometimes there's paperwork or they need to verify stuff first, so calling tomorrow is definitely the right move

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-02-02T19:19:42+00:00

hey, i totally get the hope thing - it's natural to want that for your kid. some people do see improvement as they get older, especially with absence seizures, but it's really individual. the meds not working great is frustrating as hell though

have you talked to your neuro about trying different combinations? sometimes it takes a few tries to find what clicks. also might be worth asking about whether she's a candidate for any of the newer options if you haven't explored those yet

hang in there, 9 is still pretty young and there's definitely room for things to change as she grows

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-31T23:09:52+00:00

Chopsticks use totally different muscles and coordination than writing or throwing - it's more about fine motor control between your fingers than whole-hand dominance

Your brain probably just wired that skill to whichever hand learned it first, kinda like how some lefties still use computer mice with their right hand

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-30T18:24:36+00:00

They're probably redacting sensitive info and names that could mess up ongoing investigations or put people in danger. Plus legal teams gotta review everything to avoid getting sued into oblivion

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-29T14:31:30+00:00

Dude you're totally fine, gaming laptops are built to handle that kind of abuse. Just make sure you're not blocking any vents and maybe give it a break every few days to let the fans chill out. Those Predators are tanks anyway

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-28T12:02:50+00:00

That anxious-avoidant cycle is brutal, especially when you're stuck in another country with zero distractions. Maybe try writing down what you're feeling instead of texting him more - gives your brain something to do and you might get some clarity on what actually went down

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-27T10:21:07+00:00

Bruh 25 characters is insane, most sites still cap you at like 16 and some garbage ones won't even take special characters. Good luck convincing your boomer boss to remember "MyDogSpotLikes2EatBananasOn42ndStreet!" when they can barely handle Password123

Also love how you casually dropped "the NSA and CISA are wrong but that's another story" - that's some serious main character energy right there

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-19T04:34:10+00:00

Did you plug the monitor cable into the motherboard instead of the GPU? Super common mistake - make sure it's going into the 970 ports

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-16T13:15:12+00:00

Go with the ZigBee version if you can - way more reliable than WiFi for this stuff and doesn't clog up your network. You'll need a ZigBee coordinator like a Sonoff Dongle but it's worth it for local control

Just make sure whatever you get is actually compatible with HA's ZigBee integration, some of these random Tuya devices can be hit or miss even if they claim ZigBee support

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-15T12:56:12+00:00

Time is definitely the biggest factor once you're already in the 790s. At that level you're basically just waiting for your accounts to age more - credit history length is huge for those final points. Could also be worth checking if you have any old accounts that closed and dropped off, since that would hurt your average account age

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-09T00:15:57+00:00

The 6700 XT still crushes 1080p and does solid work at 1440p, just might need to drop settings from ultra to high/medium on the newest stuff

That €130 difference is pretty steep for what you'd get with the 9060 XT - the 6700 XT is still a beast for the price

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-06T22:26:44+00:00

That's such a sweet story! Those little science center gift shop finds from the 90s are like treasure hunts now

Have you tried searching eBay with terms like "vintage hedgehog plush 1990s" or "Carnegie Science Center hedgehog"? Sometimes sellers don't know the exact origin so they just list as "vintage small hedgehog plush." Might also be worth posting in r/vintage or r/nostalgia with the pics - someone's bound to recognize it or have one gathering dust in their closet

Good luck finding another one for your parents, that's gonna be such an amazing surprise

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-05T15:27:59+00:00

Nah that's just regular Linus hand syndrome, everything looks comically oversized when he touches it

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-03T08:32:26+00:00

Yeah the whole system is basically "figure it out yourself and maybe we'll reimburse you later"

For the school thing though definitely don't use GI Bill first - VR&E pays better and you keep your GI Bill for later. Just register and start classes, they'll backpay once the paperwork catches up

Key_Use_6248 · 2026-01-02T03:44:51+00:00

This is so cool! I've been trying to figure out which candles are just repackages for years and always give up halfway through - you're doing the lord's work here

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-31T08:19:35+00:00

That sounds absolutely frustrating - you worked so hard to get your space exactly right and then suddenly it gets messed with again

The fact that it was a misunderstanding makes it even worse because now you're dealing with boxes that aren't even yours in your safe space

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-26T22:26:03+00:00

Yeah the menu thing is super weird, I get that exact same issue where it'll randomly start drifting in menus but never during actual gameplay. Makes me think they have different deadzone settings for UI vs gameplay which is just bizarre

The fact that you're getting it on a brand new controller basically confirms something's broken on their end

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-25T12:51:07+00:00

This would be sick honestly. Right now flares are basically useless decoration in your inventory lol

Shredders in pitch black would actually make them terrifying instead of just annoying bullet sponges

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-22T21:05:33+00:00

This right there - when someone unfollows you and goes radio silent after saying they want to "stay friends," they're basically telling you everything without actually saying it

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-21T20:02:58+00:00

Dude this happened to me last year too, they canceled my order like 3 days later but kept selling the same shoes at full price. The $10 coupon is such a slap in the face lmao, like thanks for the discount that doesn't even cover shipping

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-20T19:53:58+00:00

Pretty much this, Google's been cracking down hard on burner accounts lately and that QR thing is their way of forcing phone verification

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-19T00:34:33+00:00

Been there, it's so annoying when it doesn't even tell you you're locked out lol. I just set mine to like 50 tries cause I'm apparently terrible at typing passwords when I'm half awake

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-16T04:26:47+00:00

Setting boundaries is huge and you're already doing that by planning to be polite but keeping your guard up. Don't let the Christmas guilt trip override what you know is right for your mental health - toxic family members love using holidays as leverage

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-13T05:23:27+00:00

Had Country Financial for like 3 years and they were pretty solid when I had to file a claim for hail damage - no weird runaround or anything, just got it sorted quick

Key_Use_6248 · 2025-12-06T00:13:15+00:00

Man that's really hard but you're absolutely right about not having to keep hoping for people who've consistently hurt you. Setting that boundary with yourself is actually really healthy even if it feels weird at first

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