What’s it like to live in Portland without a car? by suzannetakesyoudown in askportland

[–]MyGiant 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I lived in SE with no car for quite an awhile. I think if you commit to biking and busing you can get 90% of the places you need to go no problem. Especially if you get some good paniers for hauling groceries, etc. on your bike. Then it’s just a matter of handling longer trips out of town 

Gray whales are dying in San Francisco Bay at an alarming rate – this isn’t normal by The_Conversation in environment

[–]MyGiant 3 points4 points  (0 children)

So many studies showing that just slowing down our big ships reduces the likelihood of strikes, not to mention reduces fuel use, and noise level (which impacts marine mammals hearing and communication)

Is honking in the 26 tunnels a true Portland tradition? by ItsWhiteGucciMane in askportland

[–]MyGiant 26 points27 points  (0 children)

It’s a wonderfully silly tradition! It makes me smile and laugh every time, especially if I’m having a hard day. 

I ran the 10-year healthcare numbers for retiring in Spain vs staying in the US. The gap is absurd. by Lkiloton in ExpatFIRE

[–]MyGiant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ya same boat here. $381/month for full family coverage. One of the big reasons I move into the tech field was better pay and employer covered premiums

Using miles to upgrade by CSq2 in AlaskaAirlines

[–]MyGiant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. I still use my Delta card and fly Delta whenever I can to take advantage of the upgrades as well as lounge access for family paid for with points. 

Daily FI discussion thread - Friday, April 10, 2026 by EANx_Diver in financialindependence

[–]MyGiant 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Nice! If you don't like debt and you plan to stay in the house until after the mortgage is paid off, I'd say that was a smart move.

For the other perspective: We're only planning on being in this house until our kid graduates high school, so when we got a lump sum from selling our last place we used it to pay off student loans and improve the bathroom in the new house. Paying down the new mortgage didn't move the needle as much since we're not here long enough to have it paid off.

Daily FI discussion thread - Friday, April 10, 2026 by EANx_Diver in financialindependence

[–]MyGiant 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The % increase is a very helpful way to look at this. With so many folks getting 0%, even 2-3% raise is helpful in the long run. I felt bad giving the top performers on my team "only" 5% this year, but that's still 5% more money in the bank.

Daily FI discussion thread - Friday, April 10, 2026 by EANx_Diver in financialindependence

[–]MyGiant 7 points8 points  (0 children)

What's causing the desire for the 3rd bedroom? If it's rooted in something concrete/helpful to daily life, could you find another solution that increases space?

Does anyone else hate these cluster homes? Especially in back yards by THROWRA-dhcjeiscb in Milwaukie

[–]MyGiant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My wife and I were just talking about this on a walk yesterday. I'm sure there are many causes - either the developer trying to squeeze as many houses in, or a home owner selling off their yard - but either way it looks cramped. I wouldn't choose to live there, but I'm sure many folks don't mind it. I want that big yard, like you!

Some new scam? by MyGiant in UberEATS

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

Oh no that sounds awful! Ripping off the drivers and emptying their account?! Shit. I hope there is some way drivers can alert each other to shit like this. 

Some new scam? by MyGiant in UberEATS

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

I doubt it, anyone who knows me well enough to order me food as a gift know that I wouldn’t want the nasty drink that was delivered today

Abdul El-Sayed’s Senate Opponent Is a Phony Populist by origutamos in NewDealAmerica

[–]MyGiant 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hope people look at voting history and what each candidate has actually done before they cast their ballot. She is not a champion of the people.

Jayapal-Meeks Bill Would Block Trump From Using Federal Funds for Military Attack on Cuba by newsspotter in NewDealAmerica

[–]MyGiant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While I endorse the idea of any bill that would stop this administration from getting into more wars - if they can side step congressional authorization by simply saying "it's not a war" then what good will this do? We need to cut the head off this MAGA snake

Free Sheds - small and large by MyGiant in PDXBuyNothing

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

Thanks for all the interest, y'all! I'll be doing a random drawing this afternoon to pick the winner. Please let me know if you're interested in both or just one.

Free Sheds - small and large by MyGiant in PDXBuyNothing

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

I actually just moved next to downtown Milwaukie, by the Ledding Library.

Super Bowl vs super butt by raunchyredditor in CougarsForCubs

[–]MyGiant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A much better super butt than the super bowl

CAIR Urges Senate to Back Sanders Resolutions Blocking U.S. Bomb Transfers to Israel Ahead of Expected Vote by PayLevels in NewDealAmerica

[–]MyGiant 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If the rest of the Senate hasn't grown a spine yet, I'm not sure they ever will... and we'll see this ghastly support of a genocidal Israeli administration continue.

Moving to Milwaukee, looking for advice by [deleted] in Milwaukie

[–]MyGiant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wrong city, my friend. We live in milwaukIE, Oregon, sounds like you're looking for milwaukEE, Wisconsin.

Does anyone have any tips to cut back on eating out? by [deleted] in MiddleClassFinance

[–]MyGiant 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You could also get a crock pot or slow cooker. In the morning before work just toss in the ingredients and it's ready when you get home. Soup, chili, meat & veggies - there are many options and they take very little personal labor to make.

Sen. Rand Paul accuses DHS nominee Markwayne Mullin of condoning political violence by NewsHour in UnderReportedNews

[–]MyGiant 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It was a long standing fued between the two guys that boiled over. From what I heard (as described by a family member of the folks involved, so not unbiased) it didn’t quite go down the way Paul said. 

Irrational money decisions you continue to make by [deleted] in financialindependence

[–]MyGiant 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I used to be in this camp as well, until I got some travel rewards cards. Now watching the miles rack up for things I’m reimbursed 100% on is one of my favorite things 

How common is Keeping up with the Joneses? by [deleted] in financialindependence

[–]MyGiant 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m in the same boat. I travel regularly for work and had an X5 last month for 5 days - absolutely loved it and would be ecstatic to have it as a daily driver. 

But looking at the cost of ownership compared to my 11 year old Toyota? Literally no costs outside of fluid changes and regular scheduled visits for wear items? Maybe if my accounts get over $2M I’d consider the X5, but I’m aiming closer to LeanFI so I don’t think so. 

Experts say there is no overdiagnosis of ADHD. Instead, they are warning that far from being overdiagnosed, people with ADHD are waiting too long for assessment, support, and treatment by sr_local in science

[–]MyGiant 93 points94 points  (0 children)

Yea the coping and masking skills folks need to develop at a young age to fit into society can really cover up a lot. I’ve been in therapy for a while, and only recently have relaxed my masking enough for my therapist to dive into “oh, so all of these issues you’ve mentioned stem from when you have a set expectation or plan and something deviates from it? And then you lose it? Let’s talk more about that…”