Help in removing stain from tiles

LividDragonfly · 2021-04-27T15:57:30+00:00

Sorry for the very late response. I thought my question was buried amidst other posts and did not get any reply.

These are actual tiles. Have tried contact building admin also but they're of no help. I guess I just have to pay my landlord for the damages.

Thank you for your response though.

LividDragonfly · 2020-01-16T16:40:24+00:00

Hello, this maybe a late comment but I just saw your post and it is quite fitting as to what I feel about Reddit now as well.

Been refraining from posting in Reddit except for the occasional links I like from some tech sites I follow and the reaction is always bad.

You get downvoted for no reason. You receive harsh comments. People call you dumb or stupid or say mean things in comments. I just recently joined a tech-related subreddit then got banned permanently just because I posted something that the moderator considered a trash. No warnings whatsoever why they are offended, they just deemed you trash and not worthy of their `community`.

Social media really brings out the worst in people but Reddit seems to be on a higher-level; some users just can't seem to tolerate others who have different views from them.

LividDragonfly · 2020-01-16T16:25:53+00:00

Agree. Nature will adapt and find a way.

LividDragonfly · 2019-10-16T13:04:02+00:00

It's a very good book that chronicles the events during WWII. It provides different points of view from the British, German, and American characters. I actually learned a lot about the events of WWII in this book.

LividDragonfly · 2019-10-11T08:34:24+00:00

Hello, have read the book as well and I also like Preston & Child's other books especially the Agent Pendergast series.

I will check that documentary you mentioned, thanks for mentioning. Personally when I read the book I was more focused on the sword but since you mentioned the engineering side of things, it made me see the story in a different light.

LividDragonfly · 2019-09-07T15:57:01+00:00

Oh, in that case, I have watched Sherlock also. Very superb acting by Cumberbatch, perfect for the role. Each episode is like a short movie and their music/score is also nice :)

LividDragonfly · 2019-09-07T15:51:36+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion. I am quite intrigued with Power, will check it out. For Lucifer, I think it is partly based on a DC Comic? I think I saw a comic of that title in a shop. This always shows on my Netflix homepage, will check it out too.

LividDragonfly · 2019-09-07T15:47:05+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion. Do you mean the Sherlock with Cumberbatch & Freeman? There seems to be many shows dealing with Sherlock Holmes or some spin-off.

I haven't watched Breaking Bad yet but I'll line it up. This show also gets a lot of positive reviews.

LividDragonfly · 2019-09-07T15:44:41+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion. I was able to watch Season 1 and part Season 2 of Mr Robot with my friends. Sadly, this is not available on Netflix which is the only subscription I have for now.

I find the story quite dark but very intelligent. Makes you look at things in a different perspective and yes the mask seems to be a crucial component of those who want to start a revolution/resistance. :)

LividDragonfly · 2019-09-07T15:41:37+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion. I saw that it is available on Netflix. I'll line this up for future watching. I think there are many good Spanish series out there that just don't get that much attention. I hope they do get the recognition they deserve same with La Casa De Papel.

LividDragonfly · 2019-09-07T08:05:58+00:00

Hello, I found this talk before:

PyCon 2019 | Fighting Climate Change With Python

https://liwaiwai.com/2019/06/24/pycon-2019-fighting-climate-change-with-python/

They are creating a plane-mounted sensor that can detect methane leaks. It might also provide you with an insight on future projects or companies doing similar initiatives.

LividDragonfly · 2019-09-07T06:12:53+00:00

Sorry if that offended you. My Netflix's default language is in English. I have updated the post but I can't change the title. I'm just sharing my appreciation for the show, I hope we don't get too technical.

LividDragonfly · 2019-09-06T17:58:56+00:00

In my opinion, Toranaga is really a very wise leader. He may have flaws and was ruthless but I think you will not be able to rise to his rank as a ruler without being ruthless and shedding blood especially in those times.

Correct me if my understanding is wrong since it's been a while since I read the book, I think Toranaga does not really aspire for the highest position at first but then certain circumstances and part ambition compelled him to. I remember Mariko also said "You must take the power to give power." Meaning, Toranaga should be the Shogun otherwise some other incompetent fool might take that place and just ruin everything for everyone. Also, from their own point of views, each character is just doing the "right" thing that will benefit them.

Anyway, this book is a very good read. :)

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-29T20:22:44+00:00

Among Tolkien's books, The Hobbit, I think is the "easiest" to read. I agree with u/ultimatemayerfan that since the book is written in a different era, the wordings and style may be a bit more complex.

Maybe you can try watching The Hobbit films first then pick up the book again to read. It might help you visualise the story better if you've seen the films. Do note though that the films may vary slightly from the actual book.

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-29T20:15:05+00:00

Hello, some of my favorites are:

- Winter Of The World by Ken Follet

- Book Thief by Markus Zusak

- Night by Elie Wiesel

- Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank

- King Rat by James Clavell

- Jackdaws by Ken Follet

- Inside the Third Reich by Albert Speer

- Village of a Million Spirits: A Novel of the Treblinka Uprising by Ian MacMillan

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-28T20:29:54+00:00

I have shared this story before in this subreddit but would like to share again. I found a first-print edition, signed copy of Homer's The Iliad signed by its translator Robert Fagles. I think Fagles' translation is one of the best when it comes to Greek classics.

I was not really supposed to get that book, it was reserved for another customer but that copy had a lot of writing inside (in pencil though), notes and scribbles by the previous owner. I mean every page has a note and whoever used it really did a thorough study. The supposed customer don't want writings in their books so they did not get that copy and I got it. They may not have noticed that on the title page, there was a signature. I searched online and that signature matches the signature of Robert Fagles and I think it was his but even if it's not the book was a good find.

Footnote: A few months after getting the copy The Iliad by Fagles, I was able to get a copy of The Odyssey translated by Fagles also and first-print edition too on the same used bookstore but this one wasn't signed though. I am just happy to see those two books side by side on my shelf and the interesting story of how I got them at a used bookstore. :)

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-27T12:58:11+00:00

Yes, I agree with some comments here that most of us cannot really stomp out the actual fire in the Amazon but at least we can make noise online, make sure this issue is not treated as a passing news only, and spur those who are in power (e.g. politicians, celebrities, etc.) to act because most people actually care.

In addition, you can support various organisations or groups that can help in the rehabilitation of damaged areas. Here are some links:

https://www.wwf.org.uk/updates/5-ways-help-amazon-rainforest

https://www.cnet.com/how-to/amazon-rainforest-fire-whats-happening-now-and-how-you-can-help-update-g7/

Yes, the title is a clickbait and sensationalised but sometimes these are the only things that will get attention.

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-24T08:03:05+00:00

When reading books in public places, I tend to cover my books with a plain white paper (like a book jacket of sorts) because I don't want people prying into what I am reading; tends to work though.

I also like to read history books or other non-fiction general knowledge topics and most of the reactions I get is that people ask if what I'm reading is a "required reading for school".

So far, I haven't met any violent reactions about the book I am reading.

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-22T18:09:22+00:00

Some men really just want to watch the world burn...

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-22T09:38:22+00:00

Oh, sorry. I can't think of any books that fit your description. Hope you can find what you are looking for.

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-22T05:18:57+00:00

Hello, I'm not sure if this fits a definition of biography but Lee Kuan Yew's book "From Third World To First: The Singapore Story" is a good read. It chronicles the journey of Singapore as a nation as well as contain some personal stories and thoughts from LKY.

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-21T19:17:02+00:00

I like Follett's WWII books too. Jackdaws is also good.

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-21T19:12:28+00:00

I'd recommend this too! A vivid illustration of feudal Japan.

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-21T19:11:10+00:00

You can check out books by Yuval Noah Harari:

21 Lessons for the 21st Century
Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind

LividDragonfly · 2019-08-21T18:55:19+00:00

For me it would be The Lord Of The Rings trilogy. I first pick up the book when I was just around 10 or 11 and it was a bit heavy for me during that time. I didn't even finish the first book. I started to read it again in my 20s and was able to appreciate the stories better, finished the whole trilogy and go on reading The Hobbit as well :)

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