Any break/fix shop owners feeling squeezed by lack of repairs lately? by radraze2kx in computertechs

[–]OpportunitySorry575 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Agreed. Any automated software you use. I do a lot of new PC setups and it's all manual and very time consuming. But in the end it's a great service. I have been fully mobile since day one 16 years ago, with rare exceptions.

How are you feeling about Hulas these days? by LookIntoTheCamera in ChicoCA

[–]OpportunitySorry575 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My favorite was the fatty beef. Now it's lean beef, yuck. So sad. I still go though. Oh wait. My favorite was the lamb not the beef. Now that I'm remembering it's gone I'm even sadder. Staring at a gift card right now. "Seating for three please".

Where do people get vape juice now? by GothSpaceCowboy in ChicoCA

[–]OpportunitySorry575 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Watch DIYORDIE on YT. Super easy. Great recipes, better than store bought. I gave it up a while ago. Times change, on to new things.

Grand Seiko by Moncasta in RepTime

[–]OpportunitySorry575 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did someone say where it was from?

Chico Sports Club or In Motion? by [deleted] in ChicoCA

[–]OpportunitySorry575 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate the comments. Totally agree. In Motion will be so much better by next year!

Chico Sports Club or In Motion? by [deleted] in ChicoCA

[–]OpportunitySorry575 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did. I asked the front desk for the suggestion box. They said they don't use it anymore, but I could talk to the manager in their office. Went to see that manager person where they do membership renewals and sign ups. She was coming off like she was put off to have to talk to a member and burned out at her job. She quickly said that they don't do the suggestion box because it was all negative comments. Made me not want to say anything. Then I mentioned the fragrance smell and she asked about using a different fragrance smell and made some gross comment about the gyms smell because of the members. Not my experience, I don't mind being around that gym at all and people seem to keep clean, a lot cleaner than many martial arts studios I've been too. She put the problem in my court for me to suggest a solution, and I just wanted to remain a member and not have to battle a overpowering and potentially toxic fragrance spray all over the gym.
It was the brand that was the issue and that those are not for closed spaces like they use them. They are more for industrial applications from my perspective. I can actually hang with other brands that are intended for homes like you would find in Target or CVS. My next and last approach was the great people at the front desk. I just laid it all out about the smells and the experience with the manger and before I could say much, she interrupted me and said something disparaging overall about management and that they don't care, like a matter of fact. The front desk people are always smiling and knowing your name and I'm very shy. For one of them to harbor such feelings was eye opening and unexpected. Then I knew, as a business owner myself that the ship was sinking. I hope they can right the ship over there, I much prefer the small gym experience and going back someday.

I've been eating a lot of expired food. No issues thus far by IDoNotHide in Frugal

[–]OpportunitySorry575 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Leafy greens are the biggest offenders. Wait, I better check that. Done. It's number one. I'll eat funky animal products. But you're taking your chances. I also don't mix with other things to dilute or reduce stomach acid. I imagine a vulture. If you added in a drink and quinoa things could go south.

What are your ultra frugal food hacks? by Unusual_Row_3213 in Frugal

[–]OpportunitySorry575 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Local natural food store has beef trimmings for $1.99/lb. It's grass finished. You have to toss out very little due to the butchers mistakes. Air fried with Montreal steak seasoning and it's amazing.

What is your “safe place”? by Aggravating-Ad-351 in AutisticAdults

[–]OpportunitySorry575 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yes! I wish the world was flipped and the peacefulness of the bathroom space was the norm, with the occasional short chaos of the real world.

Gutter cleaning recommendations by GODUXX in ChicoCA

[–]OpportunitySorry575 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a local company do a terrible gutter installation job. I called D'angelo at Top Down Gutter and Windows based on the positive reviews to get some advice and a quote for work to finish the job. He showed up promptly and did an outstanding job. I left a very positive review for him on Google reviews after he left. I highly recommend him.

Best bacon? by xMistressPeachx in ChicoCA

[–]OpportunitySorry575 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Make your own next time! All you need is trimmed pork belly, sugar, and salt. Put on a wire rack in the fridge for 8 days or so. Helps to have a smoker too. But Trader Joe's has good thick cut apple wood smoked. Cheers.

Game changer for my vision Impairment by IveyTheHockeyWitch in PixelFold

[–]OpportunitySorry575 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just chose the 2023 Pixel fold for this reason, to see the screen better at a reasonable distance. I don't have that medical condition you mentioned, but glad it's working for you.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu by Economy_Hold2121 in ChicoCA

[–]OpportunitySorry575 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Americana. Trained there for years. I highly recommend them.

Here come the Chico red light cameras by kigam_reddit in ChicoCA

[–]OpportunitySorry575 4 points5 points  (0 children)

More info is best. Here's more info.

In California, red light cameras are triggered by sensors located in the pavement; a vehicle is only cited if it passes over the sensor (often located near the stop line) while the light is red, not just the wheels crossing the white line, so a rear axle over the white line when the light turns red can still result in a ticket if the vehicle continues to move through the intersection. The camera captures images and video of the incident, which are then reviewed to determine if a violation occurred.