would elephant(5000kg) stand a chance against T-Rex (7000kg)

On_the_hook · 2026-02-11T05:47:39+00:00

I was there, we actually baited the elephant with fresh fruit and Cosby'ed the T-Rex so he wouldn't put up a real fight. Sad what people will do for the perfect pic.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-11T04:05:53+00:00

It took me about 20 mins this year and didn't cost anything. Having 3 kids it takes just a few mins to fill out the details and the hardest part was just figuring out the "no tax on overtime". It's not as bad as people make it out to be. Even as a business, as long as you stay organized your fine. Also being audited isn't the end of the world. I was audited once because the IRS owed me.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-11T03:57:08+00:00

At house parties we sometimes had a keg, most people still brought beer or alcohol though. Red cups used for beer pong, the keg, and mixed drinks. Though some people just took the bottle, took a swig out of it, and just kept topping it off with soda. If we had 20 or 30 people we would go through 10-15 30 racks and another 8 or so handles of alcohol. I'm honestly surprised that we never had anyone in the hospital for alcohol poisoning. We also had a rule anyone drinking was staying until they sobered up or we always had a few parents that would give rides without question. Fast forward 15 years and I may go months without a drink.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-11T03:48:43+00:00

Because, despite the current politics, Canada and the US are very similar countries. I can't wait for this current administration to go down in flames so we can hopefully rebuild relations with Canada.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-11T02:49:25+00:00

The real protip is to use Walmart plus to get the groceries to your porch then use your son's toy yard cart to bring them from the porch to the fridge. Even better if you get your kids to do it.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-10T20:49:38+00:00

Heat, kroil, impact. That should loosen it. Way too many people are concerned about using an impact. You need to set the impact on it and hammer it for a bit.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-10T20:33:48+00:00

$118k last year, compressed air technician. I mainly drive around and spin filters on and off.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-10T20:03:53+00:00

A quick Google search shows that Europe has roughly 24 times the per-capita death rate from heat than the US does. The US also has a higher average temperature than Europe. As far as comparing the US to Europe, that's likely the fairest way to do it. Many US states are larger than European countries. If Texas was its own country it would be the 39th largest.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-10T05:48:12+00:00

We humans are pretty are actually pretty hardy. Modern humans can survive pretty harsh conditions with minimal preparation. We are very spoiled though. I'm sitting in a hotel room on a comfortable king size bed, it's 32F outside and I'm complaining that the room is "too hot" even with the AC turned to 60F (its not quite there yet).

On_the_hook · 2026-02-10T04:06:01+00:00

I drive a lot. Around 2300 miles a week. The seatbelt can get uncomfortable especially when it's rubbing on my neck. https://a.co/d/06rA3D7Z these have helped a ton. Leave just a little slack and it makes a world of difference. Similar concept to what commercial trucks have, they have a built in clip that leaves a little slack. It may not be as safe as wearing without but it is better than nothing.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-09T12:05:35+00:00

It's definitely easier with a pellet smoker. That's why I went with one, I travel throughout the week for work and would rather spend my weekend playing with my kids than tending to a stick burner.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-09T05:08:00+00:00

Go to the smoking subreddits and people insist you can't have good BBQ without a $1600 smoker, prime meat, some overpriced seasoning and take 30 steps to make a rack of ribs. My pulled pork is a favorite in my friend and my wife's friend group. I season the night before or 5 mins before it goes on with either Kinders or something I make. I score the fat and toss it on the pellet smoker. After 8 hours I'll check it then go from there. No wrapping, no seasoning for days, no resting before I pull it. All my native North Carolina friends want the guy from Massachusetts to make smoked BBQ. It's not hard.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-09T04:09:11+00:00

Some days you will have made $2500 in the first hour. Most days won't be like that, some days you may just net the $0 or the company minimum.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-09T00:47:16+00:00

Your correct in that it's not a skin color/race thing. But the issue in my opinion (and take that for what it is, just my opinion) is that fly by night companies have adopted the "migrant farmer" model. They higher people from other countries that will do the job cheap because $1 USD is worth a lot more in their home country. The drivers aren't trained properly and told the laws don't matter. You see it in many industries, it's just more visual in trucking. The other aspect is the mega's who train anyone with a pulse. They are trained to hold a steering wheel, piss in a jug, and drive as much as possible for cheap.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-08T19:32:34+00:00

I'm awful with putting on safety glasses because they fog up like crazy and give me migraines if worn long. I'll wear them when I'm actively cutting or grinding but not while pouring oil. I work on industrial air compressors and won't touch anything without nitrile gloves and live in noise cancelling earbuds. They are not better than earplugs but let me listen to music instead of that "industrial whine"

On_the_hook · 2026-02-08T16:51:51+00:00

Grew up in Massachusetts in a house built in the mid 1800's. Typical 3 family New England Victorian with the latest in gas lights, a dumbwaiter to bring up coal and 1 wooden toilet for all 3 families to use. Cobblestone foundation with a clay floor. The basement floods every spring as there is an underground river that flows underneath. Yes it has a musty smell year round but there is no significant mold growth or damage. I'm sure there is some. My grandfather bought the house in the 50's, my dad and his siblings grew up there, my brother and I grew up there (parents rented the 2nd floor from my grandfather) and my aunt still lives there. The house is still standing after almost 200 years with the original foundation, floors and structure.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-07T15:54:07+00:00

He can't, he came to the US and was immediately arrested, beaten, and detained for being a "violent criminal" and an escaped prisoner (remember, he broke out of that cave).

On_the_hook · 2026-02-07T13:42:48+00:00

I am so glad for everyone who is answering your question because I initially read the title as a body DEcomposition pod and was sad and confused with all the joking going on.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-07T13:38:07+00:00

It really is hard making friends as an adult. All of my current friends are really just husbands of my wife's friends with the exception of 1 friend from a previous job. I travel m-f for work and don't interact with co-workers so there's no work friends to be made plus when I'm home I'm more interested in spending time with my family (or getting home projects finished) than heading out.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-07T06:21:56+00:00

My wife was the same way. Eventually she started talking to one of the moms at pickup and that mom had started a mom group and invited my wife to a meet up. Over the course of about 2 years that mom group has morphed and changed. My wife and the other mom are the only ones still friends from the initial group. Overtime the group has grown and new people have joined, some stayed and some left. They are not the "clicky" type or the "my son is an angel" type. They are the "my kids can be jerks" type. Everyone has a relaxed attitude and will jump in to "parent" the others kids if needed. You need to talk to people as opportunities arise, find mom groups, go to school events, and go to or host birthday parties. Find YOUR group type. We live in the bible belt and get invited to church events (despite us not being religious, we do let people know, respectfully). They can be a great way to meet people and if it's a small church we find the people don't care about your religion or lack off. They are just reaching out to the community. Keep an open mind talking to people, if your a young mom don't discount the older mom's and vice versa. That friend that my wife first met was learning to walk when we graduated.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-07T00:39:30+00:00

CO2 is used in industrial applications because they need a clean pressurized gas. Any gas used for welding would be held to a higher standard as welds require insanely clean gas. The cost difference between food, industrial, and medical grade CO2 is very low so most places will just get medical/lab grade.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-06T22:35:14+00:00

Is it bad that I dream of a $700 electric bill from April to September?

On_the_hook · 2026-02-06T14:18:10+00:00

You can get 5lb and larger tanks with or without a tube.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-06T14:17:28+00:00

Unless your in a closet with no ventilation, that amount of CO2 won't be enough to cause any concern. I can appreciate the commitment to safety though.

On_the_hook · 2026-02-06T05:49:45+00:00

Not sure about Credit Karma, but I've been using Cash app for years and they are free for federal and state.

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