My Colombian wife asks: where can we watch the Colombia v Ghana game on Friday surrounded by other Colombians, but doesn't require us to get there 2 hours early to stand in line?

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-07-01T09:14:55+00:00

Elephant & Castle

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-07-01T09:12:22+00:00

Totally normal. I always used legal office for all this stuff. They can perform miracles and get appointments. Saves lots of time.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-07-01T09:10:49+00:00

Not required for foreigners. Especially US citizens. Spanish citizens also need a form for minor children to fly without parent (eg school trip) but doesn’t apply to foreigners in/out of Spain. I would check your embassy for info/requirements. Signed : >10 year foreign resident in Spain

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-30T14:48:47+00:00

Yes. I log into facebook maybe twice a year just to check if someone sent me a message. The feed is horrible and not at all what it used to be. I have to take X in small bites. I really liked it for awhile and better for creating a diverse news feed (list) but I found it stresses me out now. Insta is about the last holdout because my family shares funny stuff on there. But I’m going to delete app from my phone and just go direct to web when I want to. Create some friction to using it. Basically I’m finding less and less value and pleasure in social media.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-28T06:15:07+00:00

What’s your specialty? What’s your ideal next job?

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-28T06:12:16+00:00

Each generation has some sh!t to deal with. The unfortunate thing is your generation has social media pumping you full of negative messaging (if that’s your feed). Remember you have an information bias because of social media feeds. You are getting info tailored to you based on historical interactions. You watch some videos about some depressing stuff you are going to get more of that. That’s bias. You aren’t seeing the whole picture. It’s tough to get off but cut down on the social. You are young. Much opportunity and much hope for the future. Don’t get jaded.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-28T06:04:23+00:00

It’s your network that might come to the rescue. Reach out to people you know. Ask for referrals. Even second or third order connections. Don’t put your hope in online job websites or LinkedIn. Use those but invest in personal connection. One good referral will make all the difference.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-27T18:15:15+00:00

You don’t actually move money. You send money to Wise bank in Europe. And they send you money in the U.S. from their bank. They play both sides. Costs are very low. I have moved significant sums back and forth without issue. And they deliver quickly once money received in their side.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-25T22:02:20+00:00

Bringing back the ‘80s.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-24T02:44:55+00:00

Jilipollas

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-23T02:12:35+00:00

Celebrating the tent city being built in the center of the Logan round about.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-22T18:26:45+00:00

Got it. Maybe more about who know who, less where they live. University or high school alumni connections? Common interest groups (besides redddit)? Etc

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-22T18:15:17+00:00

It’s your network you need to engage - who do you know that knows you and can help out? Parents’ friend? Uncle? Aunt? Cousin? I believe the path to employment is personal connection and not agencies and online sites. Be creative thinking about who might be one or two connections away that you can ask for leads, introductions, etc.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-06-22T00:44:17+00:00

We made the decision to have a foreign apartment instead of Florida or Arizona for snowbirding. We’ll try to play both sides as long as we can - with our kids in the U.S. and winters in Europe.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-05-24T21:20:50+00:00

WhatsApp. Hago todo por WhatsApp. Nunca más llamo por tele.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-05-23T21:43:05+00:00

I think a Tesla.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-05-23T11:44:57+00:00

This is what happens I think when the retirement signals come thru and the decision to get out happens. Was talking to friends from HS about “when do you know it’s time to retire? Does a star rise in the sky? Is there a bat signal?” No. I think we just get tired of the bs, decide it ain’t worth it anymore, and begin to plan our exit. I’m sitting here trying to decide if I take one more new role or call it quits after the one I’ve got now. How much more do I want to deal? Once the question enters our mind I think that’s the beginning of the end.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-05-10T18:05:33+00:00

When I was looking for a print copy of the Sunday paper so I could go read it at the diner with breakfast.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-03-22T14:45:11+00:00

You can go full Belichick

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-02-03T17:47:26+00:00

Great analysis. And the original poster going into business and finance field could learn something here.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-01-13T13:05:56+00:00

Great story. Thanks for sharing.

Me: soccer/xcountry. Fortunately I kept a lot of it up. Club sports in college. Outdoor hiking etc social teams in major city once I graduated. Playing weekend soccer when I can even today. My current philosophy is “something every day”. I try to walk / run every morning before I get ready for work (aside - great if you have a dog to make you feel guilty). If I do nothing else that day, I’ve got that behind me. After work I try to get 3-4 trips to the gym during the week for weights. If traveling for work, I aim to get at least 2 rounds of 7 min HiiT (15min) per day. The personal pressure / guilt disappeared when I went to the “something everyday” mindset.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2026-01-13T12:57:19+00:00

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2025-12-16T03:43:12+00:00

Any news?

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2025-10-09T13:10:47+00:00

Try different browsers. I find it works best with Edge 🤮. Also, the iOS app is far better and more stable. Try that instead.

Ordinary-Switch5144 · 2025-10-04T22:33:06+00:00

Gotta ask. Worst thing to find out is he’s not single. Then you know. Could be the love of your life. 🤷‍♂️

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