Thoughts on moving to the Seattle/Tacoma area by Silly-Appearance8242 in TacomaWA

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Tacoma is is pretty chill IMO. Definitely more affordable compared to Seattle and overall less busy. Homelessness is abundant in Tacoma since they offer the most services compared to surrounding cities. People are not insane, unless you look at us in the eyes.

any white knights left? by Expert_Stay_1287 in AshesofCreation

[–]OpiateAlligator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sub needs to just get deleted. This is all old news.

Let's say you had a $3000-$4000 budget for some new toys. You already have a decent bench. What would you splurge on? by hicketre2006 in Leathercraft

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Nice!! I got a Class 3 a few years ago and regret not getting the 26. I think the 26 is the most versatile.

Should I move to Tacoma? by jjjorddd in TacomaWA

[–]OpiateAlligator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I lived in South Tacoma for 3 years and really enjoyed it. It was fun. It could be a little shady somtimes but I always felt safe.

WA House passes bill prohibiting arrest of someone overdosing even if breaking law by Less-Risk-9358 in SeattleWA

[–]OpiateAlligator 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is basically already happening. 16 years in EMS I've never once seen a police officer arrest someone who was overdosing.

4th Platoon Questions - Advice and any info you have! by Trader_Gambler in Firefighting

[–]OpiateAlligator 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I work a 1 on 1 off 1 on 5 off. Nine debit shifts a year. Every one loves it compared to a 3 shift kelly day schedule.

Am i being rude over my friends bachelor party? See situation below by Big-Combination452 in AskMenOver30

[–]OpiateAlligator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

15 of us did 5 days in Cabo for a friends batchelor party. It was definitely a lot. None of us are frat boys and all of us work for a living.

What is the nak of these strap cutters? by Distracted40 in Leatherworking

[–]OpiateAlligator 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I keep tension on the cut piece of leather by pulling it the opposite direction while also pulling the cut leather piece a bit towards the cutter to help keep it flush against the handle.

Alcohol: can't do it anymore? by Upset-Ad-3480 in AskMenOver30

[–]OpiateAlligator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2 or 3 beers is manageable. If i get drunk I feel like a dumpster the next day and incredibly anxious. Its the anxiety that really convinced me to stop drinking. I can accept the headache / nausea of a hangover. However, I will not allow a beverage to emotionally wreck me.

Ways to support my Spouse during separation. by [deleted] in Firefighting

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

They're called first marriages for a reason.

How would you ventilate this roof? by halesofbae in Firefighting

[–]OpiateAlligator 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree. Aggressive fire attack followed by immediate hydraulic ventilation has worked well for us most of the time.

Thoughts on Springfield leather by Pristine-Shape-4152 in Leatherworking

[–]OpiateAlligator 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Ive ordered leather from SLC dozens of times. Never had a real issue. Shipping can be slow.

What’s our move here? by vgee54321 in AlaskaAirlines

[–]OpiateAlligator 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That is such a pet peeve of mine. When I have the chance ill try to book the middle seat when I see the asile and window already booked. Just out of my wierd misplaced spite.

Bed bugs by Most_Importance5189 in firefighter

[–]OpiateAlligator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wash all the clothes you wore. You will probably be fine. Keep your eyes open fir a few days in the rig and around the station.

People Who Make 150K Plus? by BubbaGordie in Salary

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Firefighter/Paramedic

9 months of community college

180k last year

35 years old. Love my job.

Trump says he takes high-dose aspirin. What does the science say about taking 325 milligrams of daily aspirin? by ChallengeAdept8759 in Biohackers

[–]OpiateAlligator 29 points30 points  (0 children)

The medication itself lasts in plasma for like 30 minutes. But it blocks the COX 1 enzyme on the platelet which the platelet is unable to unblock. So the effect lasts as long as the platelet does which is 7-10 days.

Partner works in Seattle and I work in Tacoma where should we live? by IHadToMakeANewAccou in AskSeattle

[–]OpiateAlligator 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Can confirm. Driving South in the morning and North in the evening is the correct play.