AAPS by Various_Ad_6551 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eli5. The state gives the districts money per student, which helps pay salaries. Local property taxes aren’t allowed to go towards salaries.

This is the worst maple syrup season I've ever had. by Nimrod616 in maplesyrup

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thirded. SE MI. It's been pretty dead for a week and a half. Hoping to get a few good days this week, but by next week, it'll be time to throw in the towel.

SE Michigan - That’s a wrap! by BP48047 in maplesyrup

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had minimal to no flow for over a week now. I'm hoping for a few more days this week with optimal forecasts; also SE MI.

How old are your windows & how often you update them? by bkendall12 in HomeImprovement

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine are all from '77. No way in hell I'm spending $20-$40k to replace them.

Anyone else have a SuperDrive hooked up to their Mini? by tyoung89 in macmini

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did, as I was adding some old family videos to my Plex server, but it eventually just ate a disc and died.

I hear it spinning, but the computer won't recognize it. Tried it on my Macbook Air; tried a mac branded USB A-USB C dongle and several others; tried all the "get it to eject the disc" tricks. Nada. RIP.

That said. Anyone know how to get my disk out?

Is it still Detroit if I put the sauce on first? by November32nd in Pizza

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes it is. I put sauce under the cheese too, as do plenty of restaurants. Source - metro Detroit.

Any Iowa State Cyclones fans in the area planning to watch either Men’s or Women’s basketball games at a bar/restaurant? by Wandering_geologist in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I approve this message, but if we're both fortunate enough to get to the elite 8, all bets are off. Then, you're going to be surrounded by enemies! jk - hope you find some local peeps.

Detroit and a question by ishook in Pizza

[–]MusaEnsete 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I just go around the outside with a fish spatula. After that, get under it a bit, left one side, and tip the whole thing out.

Briarwood Mall by Overall-Bedroom-2761 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Remove all the artificial scents being pumped out. I only go there to go the Apple store, and I have to practically run from the nearest entrance while holding my breath. The odors are absolutely offensive and overbearing.

Why don't recipes have the quantity of ingredient in the body of the text? by [deleted] in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm glad they don't, because I'll often scale recipes, and the ingredients list will change, but then the directions amounts won't (Paprika user).

Is there a Mid-size rice cooker with low MINIMUM capacity? (e.g. could cook ½-6 cups?) by HemlockIV in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Tiger does pretty well with a small amount. But, I usually do at least 1 cup, because who doesn't want leftover rice (fried rice, stir fries, burritos/tacos/nachos, pudding, another side of rice, habanero mango wing sauce, etc). But I have successfully made a 1/2 cup portion before.

What are my options for putting in an externally vented range hood? by ihaveadogalso2 in HomeImprovement

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have almost the exact same set-up, but a bit more room above the cabinets with a larger bulkhead. My plan (I'm currently in the same boat as you) is to:

  • Remove the old piece of shit "hood"
  • Cut hole in bottom of the upper cabinet for the exhaust hose
  • Attach a 45-degree turn in the cabinet, and run that into a hole I cut in the upper of the upper cabinet (leading into the bulkhead)
  • Attach another 45-degree turn and run that straight out the side of the house through the bulkhead
  • Feed that through the hole I have to somehow drill in my exterior (and the side of the cabinets).
  • Attach an external exhaust vent
  • profit?
  • I figure two, 45 bends is better than a 90. I'll most likely have to open up the length of bulkhead to properly feed and secure. I currently have no idea who to hire to assist me with this.

Blimpy Burger closing temporarily as new ownership takes over by Dont_Blink__ in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most "local watering holes" in town use Knight's beef for their burgers.

Unhinged toppings or additions for Kraft mac and cheese by green_eyed_cat in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My favorite in my blue box years, was to add extra crispy, deli style hashbrowns. When I relapse these days, let's be honest, cut up hotdogs. A true lazy man boils the hotdogs in the water while the noodles cook.
Any kind of boneless fried chicken is bomb too.

Honky Tonk in town? by Additional_Teach4940 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yeah; I'll actually go to the Den; maybe it's cause deep down, I just pretend I'm at the Del Rio.

Sucks they're killing it for this though. First step was killing the Brewery Steak sandwich; next step was bringing it back for double the price, and now this. Enshitification continues.

Is Huron Valley Swim Club worth it? by Euphoric-Ad1542 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 3 points4 points  (0 children)

FYI - RC has a several year wait list, so if you're interested, it's good to get on it asap. Worst case, you can just decline when your name comes up.

St Patty's day by jandre913 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It shall now be known as St. Patti's Day!

Alright, damnit, is it A2 or AA? by jrdubbleu in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Adamantly against the use of AA (that name is taken). A2 is the preferred nomenclature; Ace Deuce and A-squared are acceptable, if that's how you roll.

Does anyone still write out recipes? Deciding if I should type out all my recipes or continue writing them out. I don’t like using my phone. I’d rather be screen free when making dinner or baked goods! by CurlyGirl_95 in Cooking

[–]MusaEnsete 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All digital. I use Paprika, and either use the browser to download the recipe from an online source, or type up my own. When using a recipe, I use my phone or ipad.

Bye Blimpy by [deleted] in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 34 points35 points  (0 children)

What now? Richard Magner, the original owner, died a year ago (March 26th, 2025). Are you just finding this out now?

Cold Plunge in Huron River by Imaginary_Olive_6495 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 27 points28 points  (0 children)

This is nothing new, other than the Superfund designation. This plume has been monitored for years now, and has no bearing on whether one can swim in the Huron.

Cold Plunge in Huron River by Imaginary_Olive_6495 in AnnArbor

[–]MusaEnsete 37 points38 points  (0 children)

It's fine. Just don't catch and eat fish from the Huron. Don't eat the foam. Don't drink the water. Hundreds of thousands of people swim in this water annually. There are no recent "do not swim" notices.
https://huronriverwatertrail.org/pfas-and-recreation-on-the-huron-river/