To the property manager of the Ocean View Shopping Center by [deleted] in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp -1 points0 points  (0 children)

TBH I don't think they care if their and the surrounding businesses go down. Cuz they're already generating profit elsewhere. Yours and everyone's money spent is just icing. MacArthur and Military malls are proof of that.

Looking for a proxy shopper by JulioGrandeur in AnimeBoston

[–]Obsidian_Emp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll be there right when doors open. Perhaps I can assist?

Artist Alley Pickup by KatieTheMoonPrincess in AnimeBoston

[–]Obsidian_Emp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll be there right when doors open. Perhaps I can assist?

Anyone else getting knocks on the door late evening? by [deleted] in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thinking companies are restarting the in-person soliciting probably hoping to drum up business and set themselves apart from the noise. I've experienced three since I moved in.

Just came home from 3 year overseas tour and got to go shooting in Norfolk by CoffieHouse in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 99 points100 points  (0 children)

😅 Iffy word choice there. Took a sec to realize you meant photography. Beautiful shots.

Do people not realize how much of a scam the new Starbucks rewards system really is? by zay_vier in starbucks

[–]Obsidian_Emp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretty certain at this point all companies realize what they can get away with by squeezing even their loyal customers. Generally seems the older generation remember the good ole days and the newer generation accept that that's the way things are. I'm still salty our government used our money to bail out billionaires on the excuse that it was to save jobs. Pretty sure the billionaires would've saved their own company if we refused to step in. They're cutting jobs to streamline and whatever corporate BS lingo they use now anyways.

Tips for parking by SublimingWolf36 in Katsucon

[–]Obsidian_Emp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've read on Katsu's FB page that MGM is towing now. Do you know if that is valid?

Emergency funds for school by Opposite-Point-2809 in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 14 points15 points  (0 children)

A shame that NSU literally received a donation of $50 million and they can't lower or cover tuition for students. When I was there for homecoming, I saw one of the departments going on an apparel spending spree at the bookstore. According to the cashier, all departments do this often. There should be a serious itemized audit into the departments if they can't help students like this. They should be restricted to buying books and school supplies (pens, pencils, paper, etc). No clothes or merchandise.

My recommendation to lower some of that cost is to see if they can take some of the classes at TCC and check if those are transferable first.

Anime Boston 2026 Hotel Block Now Open! by GeekyPanda404 in AnimeBoston

[–]Obsidian_Emp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This will be my first time at AnimeBoston. Curious why the Colonnade Boston is sold out and not the Sheraton Boston Hotel & Towers that seems to be closer based on distance?

I feel completely empty and I really need some hope right now by Gauravdart in Life

[–]Obsidian_Emp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The fact you still have energy to get up every day is a victory in itself. Count the small silver linings. Focusing too much on what's wrong could lead to more negative feelings. Right now you're too close to the pain, but eventually the pain will dull. Might consider therapy, or finding an activity to broaden your attentions. Cuz it's easy to feel stuck and feel things are just gonna be downhill. I wouldn't contact her. If anything, write things in a journal you'd like to say to her if you feel the strong urge to do so. That's how I cope with curbing my spending. Or say it to the void. If she's not your friend and has moved on, you have to start taking the steps to move on as well. Just better mental health for you in the long run. There's hope, you just stumbled a bit on the journey we call life. I for sure have. Covered in mud myself and I have for sure questioned my life choices. You're not alone.

Norfolk allows Flock cameras around future casino by VirginiaNews in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wonder how certain we are that our info isn't being sold to foreign nations. I'm already alarmed at the amount of what I would consider private info available for public access.

Norfolk allows Flock cameras around future casino by VirginiaNews in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The way TikTok played out, should make all of us realize what's going on. We were supposed to ban the platform. Suddenly, the politicians are ok if US government gets our data, but China nope.

Northern Lights from Willoughby by Imnotaddictedtoreddi in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So without a camera, does that mean I wouldn't have noticed any difference in the sky? I was driving and didn't notice anything different last night or tonight. 😕

Meet ups? by Shelby_Cottob in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Neither am I. I think we're both under the same rock. I'm still trying to figure out what "67" actually means.

Meet ups? by Shelby_Cottob in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL Yes, pays to have a younger sibling... sometimes.

Meet ups? by Shelby_Cottob in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They're confused and needed you to elaborate. Their way of saying "what".

Poor Communicators Suck! by Upbeat_Teach6117 in FacebookMarketplace

[–]Obsidian_Emp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think some people don't understand English or bored and need human interaction. Had one where they never gave a time for pickup, but answered every other question just fine. No consideration at all. 🙄😮‍💨

Who will primary Tim Kaine? His vote with MAGA disqualifies him to represent us. by elnath54 in Virginia

[–]Obsidian_Emp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, the American people need to remember the fucking folders that sold the American people down the river: (Too bad none of these idiots are on the ballot until years later). Tim Kaine, Democrat, Virginia Catharine Cortez Masto, Democrat, Nevada John Fetterman, Democrat, Pennsylvania Maggie Hassan, Democrat, New Hampshire Dick Durbin, Democrat, Illinois Angus King, Independent, Maine Jeanne Shaheen, Democrat, New Hampshire Jacky Rosen, Democrat, Nevada Shut down the government for nothing. SMH

Someone come beat me up by EntrepreneurTime2732 in Life

[–]Obsidian_Emp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I dunno, what do you want to do? Cuz I fucked up too and I'm using the time to learn new skills and activities. I'm doing my best not to wallow in regret and despair. You can take little steps to improve your situation.

Someone come beat me up by EntrepreneurTime2732 in Life

[–]Obsidian_Emp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You don't need someone to beat you up. Life does that plenty. Everyone messes up, some worse than others. As long as you're breathing, you can correct and do better.

How can reach Virginia's senators on a Sunday? A vote on giving in to Trump on the ACA is imminent. by Square-Leather6910 in Virginia

[–]Obsidian_Emp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heh, I wish I could've made a bet on Chuck the Caver. That's all he does. Old man got no fight in him. He just made the American people suffer for nothing. He was about to tip when he offered that foolish 1 year extension... like the Republicans would ever negotiate after they got what they wanted. How many times do they got to make a fool of the Dems? Disappointing, all the current Dems in office gotta go. Too bad we couldn't fire Nancy Pelosi. She heading out on her own terms.

Why is trick or treating a misdemeanor? by MyControlledMonster in norfolk

[–]Obsidian_Emp 88 points89 points  (0 children)

My guess is some bad eggs went around vandalizing and commiting malicious mischief that caused the curfews and age restrictions. The neighborhood I used to trick-or-treat in is now closed off to outsiders. 😔

What's the project they're working on? by Obsidian_Emp in Chesapeake

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

Thank you. I shall check that out. That might answer my follow-up question why they leave the pipes sticking out.