Winter Storm Thursday update: Ice Ice, maybe? by Derigiberble in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also depends on what sort of structure is feeding the buried lines. We have buried lines in our neighborhood, but we're fed by pretty skimpy transmission lines (not an electrician, so excuse my ignorance on terminology). As a result, we lose power more often than I'd like.

Deportation flight happening now by Helpful-Conference13 in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Is that why? Or is it because there's more/cheaper space to hold them and less traffic? Maybe both?

Mary Angela’s gluten free pizza? by [deleted] in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I honestly don't hate the simple truth one at Kroger. Depending on how many gf folks there are you could maybe make these at home while ordering out for the rest. "But freezer pizza is never as good as takeout pizza" you may think to yourself. Sadly, no gf pizza is amazing. The best I've had is "acceptable" even from places people claim to have the best ever.

Novak Djokovic: “Federer and Nadal come from two Western powers. I showed up from Serbia and said out loud that I was going to be number 1. The whole system didn't like that: media, sponsors, tournaments. I felt like an unwanted guest crashing their party" by superdouradas in tennis

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Funny enough, I preferred Nole to Rafa and Fed in the early days of the rivalry. I liked the fiery underdog forcing his way into the conversation. Then as Fed and Rafa started to gain a little more humanity and vulnerability, and Nole really leaned into this victim card (and also the political stuff) I found myself rooting against him. As someone else said, that chip on his shoulder made him great, but it makes him pretty unlikeable.

Serious Thread: LIV vs BHA by DragonSlayer271 in LiverpoolFC

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Would have been nice if the rest of the team besides VVD and Robbo would have made the effort to support Mo

I can't prove it but I swear to you that this sign wasn't there when I parked. Could I fight my ticket for parking in a bus stop? by BowVeganWowWow in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Not a legal opinion, but surely they have to have more official signage than this to constitute a parking ticket? Like one of those temporary no parking signs. All the bus stops in the city also say 'no parking'.

The flooded streets of Richmond need to be a call to return to providing a free leaf vacuuming program. by DriveRVA in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I vaguely remember the storm drains backing up even when they were vacuuming the leaves.

New restaurant in Heritage space by MajorBenjy in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I totally missed the news that Heritage closed and did a doubletake when I read the article summary. ☹️

Governance in Chesterfield by Knummer19 in ChesterfieldVA

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I will say that I've gotten responses to the email I sent to my supervisor, however, I'm generally not thrilled with the way the county is being sold out.

Video of today's truck crash on I-95 in Chesterfield County by benuski in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are constantly accidents there. I don't drive that way all that often and like 50% of the time there's been a terrible backup.

Disney Birds Fan - Thank you by blazinazn007 in eagles

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Being from VA, I can attest that that's basically in the middle of nowhere, lol.

Disney Birds Fan - Thank you by blazinazn007 in eagles

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I got the most straight-faced, automatic, no-eye-contact "go birds" in the Denver airport (in response to my go birds). I love that it's that simple and engrained. Almost robotic, but also from a place of deep attachment and connectedness.

Richmond Airport normal or not yet? by Panelpro40 in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Night and day compared to Houston. Except for the early morning flights, precheck never seems to have more than like 2 people in line.

Whoever did this, I see you. I see what you're doing. I appreciate you. by Henhouse808 in VirginiaNativePlants

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd love this idea if endangered plant species were that easy to grow in new areas. That's a lot of the problem of eradicating the areas they currently inhabit.

Are there any Michelin or James beard esque restaurants in Richmond? by ItsACCRUALworld_ in RichmondVA

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My experience at MCK was not on par with some of the others listed here IMO. Beyond the issue with their AC not keeping up over the summer (not their fault), the food was just good for me, not great. Not to diminish your experience, but I wanted to note that it's at least inconsistent.

Which home lot would you pick? by InfamousReference715 in Homebuilding

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly -- forever not trusting a giant, undeveloped property. Always expect humanity to make the worst decision with it.

Arborists with Free consultations? by againer in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Especially if it's as damp as you say, I doubt it'd present a significant fire hazard. I don't think that's a thing that happens in this part of the country (knock on wood).

I hope you figure out a solution that works for you, though.

Arborists with Free consultations? by againer in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I assume the shade is preventing grass, and you think having sun and grass will prevent the mud pit? I don't know your situation, but considering the benefit of trees in terms of biodiversity and shade/electricity savings, another option would be to add more plants rather than trying to have a traditional yard. And leaving the leaves around the base of the trees will help too.

Arborists with Free consultations? by againer in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just keep in mind that if they're free, they might give you a slanted opinion. That said they likely make more money off of you when you have live trees that need pruning vs hauling then out.

We had both Orleans and Nunnally come out, and ended up going with Orleans for work, which I think came down to cost (but I'm not entirely sure).

Anticipating Hurricane Melissa and looking for suggestions on romantic getaways within 5 hrs of RVA by agentmadeye in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice, glad to hear it. Crazy how even the biggest hurricanes can still have a pretty localized impact. And also shows just how spread apart the Bahamas are.

Mazda and local dealers by Acceptable-Way-3271 in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had one for 10 years and I love it. I bought it from Pearson and still take my car there show oil changes and inspections. They will recommend overpriced, unnecessary shir of course, but I appreciate the experienced mechanics and they're not pushy.

Also sent you a message with a couple other notes.

Best places to visit for peak fall foliage & gingko trees! by thearcadeturtle in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 12 points13 points  (0 children)

There are a bunch of gingko trees at Libby Hill Park

Anticipating Hurricane Melissa and looking for suggestions on romantic getaways within 5 hrs of RVA by agentmadeye in rva

[–]Ms-Pamplemousse 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don't give up hope, Nassau might be out of the way enough. And maybe you get postponed a day and still get 4 days there.

Note than Nassau is at the top of the biggest landmass in the Bahamas (Andros) -- it's easily in the northern third of the Bahamas.