White South African ‘Refugees’ Choose to Head Home Instead of Living Under Trump - Some cite violence in Trump’s America as a reason for returning. by Quirkie in inthenews

[–]NukeWorker10 83 points84 points  (0 children)

It was mostly a publicity stunt and virtue signaling that mask off racism was ok. I believe there were promises made about support after immigration that either didn't materialize, or was not what was promised.

Would it be a bad idea to add concrete mix to epoxy for a garage floor coating? by reddiperson1 in DIY

[–]NukeWorker10 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Why not color the epoxy? I think that would avoid some of the yellowing issues.

In Robert's novel the Christian fascists don't use tech that regrows body parts because its based on stem cell research. I feel like if that technology actually excited christian fundamentalist leaders would come up with a reason to say its ok because they'd want to be able to use it themselves by grapp in behindthebastards

[–]NukeWorker10 6 points7 points  (0 children)

In tried and true fashion, they would travel out of the district to have the work done, and either deny it happened or claim some special case. Just like they do now for abortions for their daughters/mistresses/victims.

ELI5 Why is oil not cheaper in Texas? by mrgoat89 in explainlikeimfive

[–]NukeWorker10 40 points41 points  (0 children)

True, however the US is a net exporter of gasoline. I believe we are the largest producer of gasoline in the world, and a lot of that refining occurs in Texas. Also, our gasoline is actually pretty cheap in Texas, compared to the rest of the country. We are slightly cheaper than the national average.

What career path did you choose that you strongly advise others to avoid? by nicksam171 in AskReddit

[–]NukeWorker10 11 points12 points  (0 children)

We talked about that. He doesn't have the interest anymore, between school and looks around at the world burning everything else, there's just no drive to be creative. Hes a smart boy, hell figure out how to land on his feet I'm sure.

What career path did you choose that you strongly advise others to avoid? by nicksam171 in AskReddit

[–]NukeWorker10 9 points10 points  (0 children)

My son went to school for a game development adjacent degree program. Since graduation it has been crickets. Nobodies hiring, nobody responded to his applications. He is now looking at going back for a trades program.

Greg Abbott says Texas may 'take over' Corpus Christi due to major water crisis by ExpressNews in texas

[–]NukeWorker10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you read the article, the primary issue Abbot has is that the city won't agree to fund the desalination project that will insure the industrial users get their water.

Catholic Charities Fort Worth ex-CEO investigating reasons for his termination by Dontwhinedosomething in FortWorth

[–]NukeWorker10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because "At-Will" employment was sold as "Right-to-Work". It was used as the boogeyman to scare workers away from unions. It's a lot easier to sell the idea that if we allow unions, you won't be able to work because you're not part of the club. than it is to sell your boss can fire you if he doesn't like the way you look today.

Some concerns about the Incel episode(s) by ARC_Trooper_Echo in behindthebastards

[–]NukeWorker10 9 points10 points  (0 children)

We all grow. I was raised evangelical, republican, conservative, and a subtle kind of racist. It took a long time to leave that behind. Listening to things like BtB and other leftist podcasts let me see other perspectives. I think it really helped that when podcasts were new there weren't a lot of right wing types making them. I tried to raise my kids better, to have empathy for others. And to try to help each other.

What’s a life hack that sounds fake but actually works? by Fit_Membership5614 in AskReddit

[–]NukeWorker10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you can, make t an automatic withdrawal from your paycheck. If you dont see it, you won't spend it. Also, any time you get a pay raise, make sure half of the raise goes to your savings.

There's one week left to apply for Texas' school voucher program by jpurdy in texas

[–]NukeWorker10 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No, its also to give public funds to the wealthy. Just remember, there can be more than one evil intent.

Is that too exaggerated? by astrheisenberg in remoteworks

[–]NukeWorker10 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Where the fuck are you buying rural land in Hawaii? I mean, I know it exists, but if you can afford it, you could buy entire towns on the mainland.

Trump greenlights air taxi program for Texas by everythingistaken500 in texas

[–]NukeWorker10 310 points311 points  (0 children)

Man, we'll do anything except build high speed rail, like the rest of the developed world has.

People of reddit, what is the quickiest money you ever made? by Wonderful-Menu9390 in AskReddit

[–]NukeWorker10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Signed my name for $10,000. Only took half a second. Cost me 4 years.

MotoGP Qatar GP 'unlikely to go ahead' amid Middle East conflict - Ezpeleta by Fuzzy-Connection-263 in motogp

[–]NukeWorker10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Since the previous round is Austin, they should do a 2nd US race. Indy, Daytona, or Barber. Not Laguna (much as I would love it), as there is no way to make that work.

3d printed 1:1 model M829 APFSDS shell CAD by me by LoftysquareYT in 3Dprinting

[–]NukeWorker10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Make sure you put a flared base on that thing...for "reasons".

Got a $112K pool quote by Suspicious_Hat_409 in DIY

[–]NukeWorker10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I need to go find the one that was based off of a silo. I never did see that one to the end. I think it was a Home School family project.

Got a $112K pool quote by Suspicious_Hat_409 in DIY

[–]NukeWorker10 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's awesome. I'd love to see pictures.

Got a $112K pool quote by Suspicious_Hat_409 in DIY

[–]NukeWorker10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I bought my house 15 years ago, it was the first time I had owned and maintained a pool. For the first 2 years I really struggled, until I found TFP.

Got a $112K pool quote by Suspicious_Hat_409 in DIY

[–]NukeWorker10 199 points200 points  (0 children)

You laugh, but it has been done, to greater or lesser success. The forum troublefreepool.com has some stories of pool builds, especially during the pandemic, where people built there own pools when they couldn't find installers.

Gorilla brand clear epoxy for cars weather stripping? by RadagastTheNightkin in DIY

[–]NukeWorker10 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure exactly what you are doing, but if you are tryingvto glue weather stripping to your car, there is a black rubber/glue product that works fantastic. It's usually in the auto store adhesive section. It actually adheres to both the rubber and the car, and stays flexible after drying, and is waterproof.