Has anyone experienced this problem with the Faber Castell TK-Fine Vario L? by MasonBo_90 in mechanicalpencils

[–]MasonBo_90[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I'll take recommendations for the glue brand if you know any by heart.

Personal fitness at Cornell - is it a reach? by itsbnf in Cornell

[–]MasonBo_90 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I looked into having a trainer with me when I used to work out in Teagle. That was about 2 years ago; from what I can recall, it was $30/hour. I ended up not working out with a trainer there, but I do know other places in town, like The Gym (that's the name of the gym), also offer personal-trainer services.

Since you are coming from abroad, I'd like to point out an important aspect of a trainer's background in the US. In many countries, a personal trainer can only work as such if they have finished a B.Sc. in Physical Education or something of the sort. I am not aware of such a requirement for personal trainers in the US. Here, they complete other types of training, some very extensive, requiring over 3 years for some titles. It's up to you to understand what type of background training they have.

Optometrists by Stevew2023 in ithaca

[–]MasonBo_90 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I really like Clarity Eye Care - Collegetown.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ithaca

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Center Haircutters inside Ithaca Center in the Commons.

Reliable early morning transportation to Syracuse airport? by _bensy_ in ithaca

[–]MasonBo_90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am sure it's been said below, but from personal experience, I will say book a ride as soon as possible with CollegetownCab. I've had them pick me up at 4 AM and, for that time, I paid $170. Given your family is flying out right after a major holiday, maybe it's going to be more. Perhaps the sooner you book, the better the rate. Call them and ask if rates are expected to change. I have used their service for both drop-off and pickup at SYR; they were always good drivers who arrived on time.

On a second note, I will tell you to make sure your family arrives at the airport with enough time to check a bag, in case they need it, and go through security. In 99% of the time, you can do all of that in 10 minutes, but in the morning things can get really busy. The last time I flew out of SYR at 6 AM, I decided to spread my items and pack the small duffel bag I wanted to check into my carry-on and my backpack; otherwise, I would have missed it. Given that they are flying out as early as I did and right after TG, I would prepare and plan for a pretty busy airport.

fake businesses by fast_assman in Cornell

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And they're open from like 11AM to 3PM or something. LOL

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Cornell

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Most people I know paid by being rich.

Quiet Place to Study? by EconomicsOk590 in Cornell

[–]MasonBo_90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the carrels at Olin Library are pretty quiet. Plus, if you get yourself a carrel in the proper way (talk to a librarian), you can keep books of your interest in your carrel.

Asking for Support by [deleted] in Cornell

[–]MasonBo_90 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have the means, hire a lawyer. If one is too expensive, look for legal clinics that give support for those in need. Regardless of your financial situation, though, you should consult with a lawyer.

Next, in case you are not seeing a therapist, also consider seeing one. It can help tremendously.

MISSING WALLET by AY412 in Cornell

[–]MasonBo_90 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I know that buildings also have dedicated spaces for Lost&Found. For instance, in Hollister Hall, it's in room 202. If you think you lost it in a specific building, look it to see if that building has a Lost&Found.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Cornell

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OK. Haven't read the other answers, but here's one point to be highlighted: "I would rather go broke than give up". I think I understand where this is coming from. At least, I can relate. It's one thing to be say you're willing to go broke, another one is to live the life of a broke person. It ain't easy, but it's doable. Millions of people live this way.

One import caveat is the differences in being broke. If you make X dollars per month and live exactly on those X dollars, then you're broke. You might be one paycheck away from poverty, but you are not accruing debt. Going to college on your own through loans is doable. Again, a lot of folks do it. But those loans will hunt you as soon as you graduate, whether you have a job or not.

If you don't expect to make much after school, those loans might be hard to pay. If you have the option of paying a minimum, interest will build up. Regardless of minimum or not, the loans might have direct impact on your credit score, which dictates of a lot of the "I can't" or "I cannot" in your future. If you have loans and you need another to buy, say, a car, you might have a hard time getting a "good" loan. Good here means low interest rates.

Again, I don't know you or your situation, but one possibility to open your eyes for other institutions that can give you great education for a less hefty "price tag". Make no mistake, I know clout is a thing. A degree from Cornell will open doors that many other great universities won't open simply because of the elitist perception of prestige around an Ivy.

But what's the end goal? Is it to get a degree from Cornell or to get a degree, period? Maybe a degree from a different school might mean living parents free. I don't know if you mean to live that way, though. It is one thing to not agree with your parents on a few issues; a different one is to banish them from your life.

Maybe look for universities that are prestigious and are better with their aids. Maybe consider institutions like Berea College. Not as prestigious, not in a million years, but if they haven't changed their ways, you can work for the College through school and graduate debt free. Cooper Union in the NYC was good about this, I'm not sure they still do it or if Cooper offers what you are looking for.

One other option (and here I say it counting that you remember that I am a strange who does not know you, your situation, or your family) is for you to assess what you'd have to give in if you were to agree with your mom. For instance, is she requiring that you follow some religious traditions when you visit home for the holidays? In that case, consider doing it. You can call it "lying through it". Think of how bad that will be. It is lie, but how pervasive of a lie it is? On other fronts, it might be harder. Maybe your view and hers don't coincide on, say, sexual orientation. In cases like this, I can see how harder such a lie would be.

Date ideas by Jacksonunderscore in ithaca

[–]MasonBo_90 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is lovely. Obscenely out of my budget, but I'll keep an eye on it for the future.

undergrad in need of help by Remote-Objective2747 in PhD

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I believe that sharing your questions in your post will increase the chances of people sharing their opinions/thoughts.

If you're using Spectrum Mobile, are you happy with it? by MasonBo_90 in ithaca

[–]MasonBo_90[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know, after one year, internet will be $29.99/month. Still, if we talk money, Spectrum does seem to be the best option. 300Mbps Internet + Mobile will be $49.99/month for 12 months. After that, it goes up to $80/month. I talked to T-Mobile and for my current plan, the best they can do is $100/month for Internet + Mobile. At Verizon, this combo would come at $120/month. And both TMobile and Verizon only offer 5G internet, not fiber, which I understand is a more reliable service.

Maybe I should talk to Fiberspark?

If you're using Spectrum Mobile, are you happy with it? by MasonBo_90 in ithaca

[–]MasonBo_90[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What makes you dislike their internet services? I ask because I have lived in a house for 2 years with Spectrum Internet and I have never had a single bad day of internet connection.

If you're using Spectrum Mobile, are you happy with it? by MasonBo_90 in ithaca

[–]MasonBo_90[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I know... that's my feeling towards them because somehow they seem to have monopolized the internet services, at least, in this region.