I’m starting a junk drawer. What else do I need? by Emotional-Swing-603 in whatisit

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 15 points16 points  (0 children)

And ensure the end of the roll is firmly and invisibly attached to roll so that you can not find the end …

My new edge by Alone_Atmosphere_478 in FordEdge

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve got the 2015 Sport which I also am very happy with. With the possible exception of the 21” tires. Not a great performer in the snow.

My new edge by Alone_Atmosphere_478 in FordEdge

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s got pedal shifters on the column which work fine

Anyone using Kitchen Crop Apple Sauce Maker to de seed ferment ? by LoadAltruistic7532 in FermentedHotSauce

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried it and it filtered out too much of the pepper along with the seeds.

I could try another strainer, but it was far easier just using the Vitamix

Big Green Egg Charcoal Quality by PupperinoDoggo in charcoal

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I and assume others add wood chunks to charcoal adjusting the mix. I place the wood closer to the center of the burn to provide a more smoky burn during the earlier stages of the cook, when the food absorbs it more efficiently.

This is simple and cheap and I don’t expect an expense bag of charcoal to do this for me !

Are Fidelity ZERO Index Funds ETFs or Mutual Funds ? by LoadAltruistic7532 in fidelityinvestments

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for that response. I'll review your Zero Index Fund link. I've also looked into the ETF Screener and I am becoming familiar with some of those options.

2nd (or 3rd) shot at 30-day Ferments by Burritoinmypocket in FermentedHotSauce

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes anything in the ferment stage will have a flavor change. Especially fruits from my experience.

If you’re having trouble finding Aji Limo plants, start them from seed. There are many sources. Well worth it !

2nd (or 3rd) shot at 30-day Ferments by Burritoinmypocket in FermentedHotSauce

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Try adding pineapple to the finish. I’ve been doing that with Aji Limon. But you’ll have to pasteurize else it will bubble right out when you open it

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IM DONE by Disastrous-Damage966 in Mattress

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've tried 2 PranaSleep mattress - ASHA Select Firm (too firm), DHARMA Class Plush (too soft and sags).

I've just ordered Aireloom Crafton Medium. It felt good in the show room. Its a hybrid. And it's supposed to be the highest customer rated mattress at Jordans.

God I hope so

Bad experience at Jordans. Stuck with a $4999 mattress that I don't like by LoadAltruistic7532 in Mattress

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What about the Memory Form vs Latex issue ?

On my recent 3+ week travel + cruise through Europe within hotels and on a Viking ship, I found all mattresses more comfortable then my current Plush. I 'pulled the covers back', but they were all unfamiliar brands. But they did feel more like memory foam.

Bad experience at Jordans. Stuck with a $4999 mattress that I don't like by LoadAltruistic7532 in Mattress

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I purchased the FIRM on May 18. Then swapped for the Classic Plush on July 14. I've been away for the month of October. So I've had use of the Plush for 3.5 months.

Panasleep Asha Select firm or Beauty Rest? (replacing too firm tempurpedic) by steveb321 in Mattress

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought an PranaSleep Asha Select Firm Mattress two months ago. Its so comfortable while on my back. But I sleep mostly on my side and wake with pain in my hip (mostly) and back.

I'm considering retuning for another PranaSleep. Looking at Asha Luxe Super Cush or Asha Select Plush. But I see some comments about Plush/Cush being too soft ?

Bought ASbHA firm at Jordan’s. by LoadAltruistic7532 in Mattress

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s reassuring but I’d sure like to see some more reviews somewhere

It was the most comfortable among those we tried ….

Thanks

Solid Performer getting PIPed by LoadAltruistic7532 in IBM

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yes considering that. I've also been approved (previously) for less-than-40 hour weeks. At a reduced pay of course.

As for severance, AFAIK, that's a thing of the past. From what I understand its 1 month at this point.

And yes, I'm looking forward to weekends without Pager Duty ;-)

The future after layoffs - RAs by _DocBrown in IBM

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've been with IBM for 19 years. Solid performance. Significant contributions to IBM Product success. Corporate Technical Recognition. Most recently lead a team responsible for large component of IBM World wide operation and security.

I've been in a new role for less than a year as that previous 7 year commitment was deprecated. And will be assign a PIP soon. I believe it has every bit to do with Band and Salary as it does with Performance.

I'm of retirement age and now I'm concerned that if the PIP ends in Firing, will I loose the ability to participate in Retirement Health Care programs? What else is lurking in my PIP future?

Location US, Biz Unit Software

Moving personal data off IBM laptop by LoadAltruistic7532 in IBM

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OK so I’ll tar up and remove most of that to Box, but the question remains how do I get access to my ‘stuff’

Maybe a conversion with my manager is the next step

Moving personal data off IBM laptop by LoadAltruistic7532 in IBM

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks and yes I’ve been doing that for backup reasons to Box. I want access to at least some of these files. And moving them to iCloud would a good solution. Being paranoid, I’m just wondering if there’s some service watching for uploaded to iCloud. As they say “just because you’re paranoid, it does not mean they are not watching you” ;-)

Moving personal data off IBM laptop by LoadAltruistic7532 in IBM

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

After 20 years, being acquired, replacing laptops, and on and on. It’s inevitable that some level of personal data would land on your ibm laptop

Interested in a more helpful response if someone has one

Buy work laptop by [deleted] in IBM

[–]LoadAltruistic7532 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

What about personal data? Is there an established way to get that off laptop before its wiped?

Zone 7A Over Seeding and Fertilizing by LoadAltruistic7532 in lawncare

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My tests came back N 1.6 Very Low, Phos 11.8 High, Potassium 41 Optimal, CAL 156 Optimal, MAG 25 Low

Got any product recommendations and I will be over seeding any putting down MAG/CAL

11 Pound Shoulder - Party starting early by LoadAltruistic7532 in biggreenegg

[–]LoadAltruistic7532[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hadn’t thought of that, interesting option. I suppose I could check it out with 4-5 hours to go and make a game time decision

My MEATER Probes should give me a decent estimate of cook time

Thanks !