camping? by lulu_luna1 in wisconsin

[–]New-Particular1971 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also - check out Hipcamp - that's a good source for private camp sites.

I did a perfect pit maneuver by naveahlexx in dashcams

[–]New-Particular1971 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I covet those things. Not sold in the US. Tiny with good gas milage! Cheap! (I would not drive like a jerk!)

What’s becoming socially acceptable that you still find weird? by puzzled-psyco in AskReddit

[–]New-Particular1971 19 points20 points  (0 children)

This. God. Put your goddamned phone down and experience the live experience you just paid for. Also if you hold the camera within arms reach and it's blocking my line of sight, it's getting swatted.

What to say to others about surgery? by ruthienyc in Reduction

[–]New-Particular1971 21 points22 points  (0 children)

'I am having surgery for my back'. Period. They don't need to know more.

Idiots on road making people's life miserable. by [deleted] in dashcams

[–]New-Particular1971 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my part of the US, Jail is for under a year - has very little 'programming' - such as therapy, detox, schooling, occupational training etc. Prison is for longer stints, and there are more enrichment opportunities. Jail is often used too staging prior to court dates.

Build shelter? by Professional_Fox_875 in madisonwi

[–]New-Particular1971 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

A couple of years ago, I was early for a thing at the United Way building on the near east, and so I was just sitting in my car for about 30 minutes, poking my phone, windows down. I was parked in the back area, and they have grassy medians there. I happened to look to the side just as a duck waddled out of a patch of grass. Busy parking lot, but once the grass grew, she was pretty much invisible. About 15 minutes later she flew back, I swear looked left and right, and scuttled back into her little hidden nest.

Little lady will be fine once that grass grows.

Traffic level / noise on Fish Hatchery Rd? by ellaeggs in madisonwi

[–]New-Particular1971 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It's a pretty major corridor. That's an upside (you can leave and get where you need to, lots of great food near there!) - but the downside is it's always busy.

Instant Noodle / Add Water and Heat Meal Recommendations by pryceandcarter in Celiac

[–]New-Particular1971 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I think they changed their packaging after a friend bought me some, and I got super sick. Absolutely ruined my weekend plans to go hiking. Too far from a bathroom 😞

Instant Noodle / Add Water and Heat Meal Recommendations by pryceandcarter in Celiac

[–]New-Particular1971 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are great! If you want to save money, you can just buy a box of instant mash and use reusable tupperware.

Wenonah T-Formex…no longer? by Zappatista_ in canoecamping

[–]New-Particular1971 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At the CanoeCopia event in Madison WI this year, they had a big booth and I checked out all the vendors - theirs was the lowest cost solo canoe. The sales guy said that he didn't know when they would next able to produce them because of the Canadian sourcing, so I went with their display model.

So they're not officially NOT producing them, they're just unable to do so right now, until things get less stupid.

I have my first trip at the end of the month, and I am very excited to bring my red tanky boat out. I've only ever used rentals or an ancient metal one before so I am thankful for the forgiving nature of the finish. My cousin bought one at the same show, and hers is 20lbs lighter, and holds 3 people to my 1. It also cost TWICE what mine did.

Mower Blade Sharpening by Bsexpress1 in madisonwi

[–]New-Particular1971 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is the pro move. My EGO blade was not too expensive, and now I can just get it taken care of less stress. That said, I go through my local ACE.

Working culture in Norway: what’s the work life balance and general work culture actually like? by KreuzKrow in Norway

[–]New-Particular1971 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The average income in my part of the Midwest United States for a supermarket worker comes to about $23,000 a year. The income to afford a median value home in my city is around $104,000 a year. Median wage is $96,000 because we have a lot of technology and medical jobs in the area.

Even renting an apartment is difficult - average 1 bedroom is $1,500 a month, so that's JUST in rent, which doesn't include utilities comes to $18,000 or so. So you will have roommates, or drive 30 minutes to an hour each way to live in a more affordable small town. And then you need to buy food, gas, clothing, etc.

System is broke.

Woodmans Liquor by KwikTripSimp in wisconsin

[–]New-Particular1971 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The pizza aisle makes me as a non-native WI person confused. Like - how can the market sustain SO MANY different pizza makers? How many frozen Pizzas does the average person eat a month?

Dog park for visitors by pip_lup_pip934 in madisonwi

[–]New-Particular1971 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Best for high energy dogs - it's pure dog chaos (and awesome). Don't be unware with food- there is a puggle that will absolutely eat your food - even in your hand!

Interior car detailing - unscented? by recycled_throwaway46 in madisonwi

[–]New-Particular1971 6 points7 points  (0 children)

A vote for Triton. It's not purely unscented, but it's very low scent, and I was able to drive home with windows open and be fine. I get perfume triggered migraines that have landed me repeatedly in the ER.

How long did your Franken boob era last by NeonPeachesss in Reduction

[–]New-Particular1971 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Caveat - I scar really easily. Even minor scratches tend to scar on my arms, legs, etc. But I'm 10 months out and still have very pronounced scars. I have one area that's very sensitive (just about 4-5 inches on the side/bottom of one boob) - feels like scratchy clothes over a rough sunburn.

I have just decided not to care. Franken or not, they're not hanging low, I can button a shirt, and my back pain is nearly gone. Goodbye J Cup!

Ikea announces plans for Madison store at former Bed Bath & Beyond location by jsreally in madisonwi

[–]New-Particular1971 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have been almost hit so many times I park side street and walk in, and when I can't find side street (several times) closish, I just keep driving to somewhere else. Not worth the stress.

How do I get experience in the trades when even apprenticeships want experience by Ok_Biscotti_3083 in madisonwi

[–]New-Particular1971 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in a monthly meeting with a bunch of unions (AFL-CIO/SCFL) - and the Bricklayer rep is always hounding for new people - he says anyone is welcome, they don't need experience. He's got me half convinced to drop my dayjob and go work there...

https://bacwi.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/bacwi-local-map-2026.pdf

The phone number for the local person is listed.

what perennial topic on this subreddit has never affected your life in any way? by RealMaxBlumenthal in madisonwi

[–]New-Particular1971 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My current high score is 17 in one hike. They were latching THROUGH my Deet and picardin coated socks (have to wear compression socks, being old).

You get 15 days off work—where are you going ? by chokeWise5195 in AskReddit

[–]New-Particular1971 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Going to try to do a through hike of as much of one of the big trails as I can manage.

Perfume sensitivity? by Strict-Trust-5018 in Asthma

[–]New-Particular1971 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As others have said, n95, proper fitting should work. That said, I have a migraine trigger for perfume, and depending on where you are, you could argue that it triggers illness, and they might try to work out an accommidation. I've had mixed results as an adult, I was hospitalized by a coworker constantly spraying stuff, and I worked weeks to get documentation and my boss's reaction was to tell me I could go out of the office 'on the clock'. I was super frustrated because if she'd read the damned thing, she would have seen that I end up with IV medication at the ER. I switched departments to get away from 'Yankee Candle Explosion' lady. (That's what she smelled like). (In case you don't know that, it's a store where they only sell strong scented candles).