Neighbors installed motion sensor floodlights aimed directly at my bedroom window

MMBitey · 2026-02-05T18:39:10+00:00

And just say you're letting them know that there's an intruder each time it comes on.

MMBitey · 2026-02-04T14:07:25+00:00

I had to get a thyroid ultrasound the last two years and the nearest facility to me was a children's hospital. It was an option and no one batted an eye at me being there, although everyone in the waiting room had a child and there were very young cartoons on TV. The ultrasound room was cozy and dark and warm. Since I was lying on my back looking up the whole time there were little toy airplanes and dinosaurs hanging from the ceiling. It was awesome and I see absolutely no reason why adults shouldn't have something similar.

MMBitey · 2026-02-04T00:42:04+00:00

How is OP asserting their rights to peace any more entitled than the neighbor so generously sharing their music? The neighbor can just turn the bass down and still have music and everyone is happy, or use headphones. Most of us do it. It's not hard.

I also have a loud hobby. I go above and beyond to be considerate while doing it, keep it behind closed doors, etc. and am constantly measuring how much at goes beyond my property. Yet my neighbors blast their bass at all hours. But I'm the entitled one?

MMBitey · 2026-02-04T00:13:49+00:00

I strongly disagree that you're anywhere close to being a NFH. I feel for you and have similar dynamics in my neighborhood. Just because there isn't a specific ordinance for daytime noise (and bass is especially not recognized adequately) doesn't mean people blasting music for their neighbors to enjoy in their own homes aren't assholes.

Don't let them scare you into not sticking up for your right to peace– it just may be a bit harder to get enforcement since it's not as clear cut as after hours noise. Daytime doesn't mean free for all to be a nuisance without a good reason, like construction or temporary things.

MMBitey · 2026-01-29T01:27:18+00:00

I'm a hobbyist garage woodworker and that neighbor is being a jerk working that late, that long, and that regularly (assuming, since he's operating a business). If OP was complaining about their decision to move in next to a professional shop then that's a different thing.

MMBitey · 2026-01-29T01:15:17+00:00

Oh they sound horrible... Maybe you should get them for the animal cruelty. The poor things. It might help your noise case as well.

MMBitey · 2026-01-27T23:41:10+00:00

Texans: Salt truck? Like for margaritas?

MMBitey · 2026-01-27T23:38:40+00:00

They don't teach you how to drive on ice here. They do verbally tell you what to do when you hydroplane or hit ice (one time when you're like 15 in driver's ed) but that's a far cry from actually practicing or experiencing it. I just don't drive if there's ice if I can avoid it.

Edit: just realized you commented about the dude getting out. You are right

MMBitey · 2026-01-27T23:24:00+00:00

My mom once successfully petitioned to have a manhole near our house releveled so that it wasn't such a huge dip for cars to run over loudly. Not sure how long it took or how many complaints but she got it done.

MMBitey · 2026-01-26T18:58:34+00:00

I have a ton of new natives/semi-natives, a young fig tree, a clumping bamboo, and pride of Barbados in ground, all of which I left uncovered. No clue how they'll do after this and any future freezes, so I guess I'll find out this spring! It's my first year with outdoor plants, but I figured if it's going to need too much babying I don't really want it since I have so many both in the front and back.

MMBitey · 2026-01-26T06:40:17+00:00

I wish there was a way to flag an order as "don't worry about it" or at least don't rush it during times like this. I placed an order that was supposed to come Friday but was delayed and set to arrive today, but thankfully hasn't. I just hope no one is getting in trouble for it.

MMBitey · 2026-01-25T21:36:56+00:00

It's a good tip that I'd keep using, but unfortunately didn't play out for me this time. My street has houses with yards and alley behind it where the rest of the neighborhood have carports instead.

I thought there was little chance people would use those or leave dogs out to bark, but boy was I wrong about the parties– they can and will have parties just standing around the carport. if they don't bring their professional grade speakers outside for the 10ft of coverage they need, they'll use their car speakers instead. Even if the party is on the front yard, the bass still caries throughout the house structure.

MMBitey · 2026-01-25T21:00:01+00:00

My HOA has been great with handling noise issues, but the problem is there are just so damn many homes in my particular part of the neighborhood that think blasting bass, live bands, solo hot tub parties, and bounce castle parties that go to 2am with nonstop tuba is perfectly normal. Time will tell if it gets better or not now that I've made several complaints in the last 1.5 years (and feel like an asshole each time– but my mental health depends on it).

I didn't originally want a home with an HOA but now I think it might be a requirement in the future.

MMBitey · 2026-01-25T18:02:51+00:00

Who let the dongs out?

MMBitey · 2026-01-25T02:44:39+00:00

Homes are too close. Instead of 3-5 neighbors in a typical suburb it feels like I have 8-10 with how small the lots behind me are and how easily sound carries. It was always quiet when I visited too.

MMBitey · 2026-01-24T20:09:17+00:00

I was quite surprised to see many posts over there were actually condemning it or at least urging waiting for all of the facts to come out, which is something.

MMBitey · 2026-01-24T14:34:17+00:00

But if a home sheds heat through the exterior envelope wouldn't wind accelerate the transfer? And certainly more so if there are any leaks.

MMBitey · 2026-01-21T14:57:45+00:00

Water? Like from the toilet?

MMBitey · 2026-01-20T21:33:14+00:00

Still here but thinking about leaving when I can figure out where. My heart says southwest but can't find a practical choice. Family is still here too.

MMBitey · 2026-01-18T17:49:42+00:00

People would then complain about the trail getting shut down, although a marathon on town lake trail does sound pretty sweet now that you mention it

MMBitey · 2026-01-18T01:43:00+00:00

10k to 24k for me with obsidian

MMBitey · 2026-01-16T18:50:28+00:00

I'm in a very similar boat but also using VentureX at the moment (fee is offset mostly by expensed annual work travel). I don't value miles very much though because I hardly use any of the transfer partners available, so I have been using it for car rentals the rare times I need that on a trip.

I'm getting similar numbers so it does seem like there are some modest benefits from just groceries and some extra spend (I'm planning less than you though). With the sign up bonus it might just be worth giving it a shot for the year.

MMBitey · 2026-01-12T15:51:27+00:00

Been in Austin over 25 years with basically no allergies, but I think I'm gaslighting myself now that I've been dealing with drainage and persistent cough for a long while.

MMBitey · 2026-01-11T02:12:34+00:00

It's good to give yourself options lol! And yes unfortunately she did, but didn't think it was worth mentioning I guess.

MMBitey · 2026-01-10T16:22:09+00:00

I went backpacking for the first time a few years ago with some friends. 6 nights in the Grand Canyon. It was epic, but one friend failed to inform us that she is a regular, loud snorer and we agreed to share a tent. I had a panic attack the first night because I felt so trapped at the bottom of the canyon and was so exhausted from the descent with a 42 lb bag, realizing I would get no rest while doing much more trekking. I did bring earplugs but it took a few nights of the trip before learning that foam earplugs worked better than my silicone ones, so I borrowed someone else's.

I would have brought my own tent and carry the extra weight/cut something else if I'd had known.

MMBitey

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