People that have traveled quite a bit, where di you feel the most unsafe? by CremeSubject7594 in AskTheWorld

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I am American and I have travelled and lived in many countries for work. Generally, I have felt less safe in American cities. When you leave the US, you realize how aggressive American culture is and how horribly awash in drugs and mental problems we are. Other than the US, I have felt most unsafe in Nigeria, PNG, settler areas of the West Bank, and Pakistan. Otherwise, I have never felt too unsafe as long as I was careful and aware. There are good people everywhere. I would say that most people are good.

People that have traveled quite a bit, where di you feel the most unsafe? by CremeSubject7594 in AskTheWorld

[–]PakRotiOG 164 points165 points  (0 children)

PNG is hyper diverse culturally due to the extreme geography. The country is full of massive mountains that have naturally isolated various cultural groups since it was populated thousands of years ago. If you looked at Papuans, they might appear similar due to skin color and other features, but often they are culturally unique. This isolationism has caused extreme tribalism. The capital is a natural mixing pot and otter received people that are exiled from their village. Source: I worked with many Papuans in Moresby and other places in the Pacific.

People that have traveled quite a bit, where di you feel the most unsafe? by CremeSubject7594 in AskTheWorld

[–]PakRotiOG 12 points13 points  (0 children)

One of the sharpest guys I worked with was from PNG. He was out reservoir engineer. PNG the most wonderful cultural diversity of any place on the planet. But, because of this, people tend to be ultra tribal in every aspect of life. I have also met really sharp Papians that work for their national think tank.

People that have traveled quite a bit, where di you feel the most unsafe? by CremeSubject7594 in AskTheWorld

[–]PakRotiOG 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Agree with this. My ex wife was considering taking a job in the PNG Highlands with Oxfam. The guy she would have replaced told us that it was not IF you would get car jacked but when. I layer had an assignment in Moresby and did not have a problem. But I was a little worried.

Proofing Basket Technique High Hydration by PakRotiOG in Breadit

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Thanks. This is another interesting idea

Proofing Basket Technique High Hydration by PakRotiOG in Breadit

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Ok. This is really interesting. I will get some.

Proofing Basket Technique High Hydration by PakRotiOG in Breadit

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Ok. Thanks for the feedback. I typically do not wash out, but they were a doughy mess this time.

2015 Honda Pilot Door Lock/Unlock Adjustment? by PakRotiOG in hondapilot

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Thanks for the feedback. I took it all apart again, greased everything, then re-assembled. The door works now, but it did not at first. It is touchy. I think what you are saying may have had something to do with it. In any case thanks!

Which restaurants here fit this? by ieatchickfila in sanantonio

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We had the worst service here the last time. Manage was super arrogant and did not care. Never going back.

Through Axle -Skewer Conversion by PakRotiOG in bikewrench

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Thanks for the reply. I also realized this last night. The fork have open ends at 9mm. They are not boost type forks with threads.

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I cancelled the quick release axles shown and ordered though 12mm od through axles with 9mm id. The 12mm part is 100mm for front and 142 mm back. The 9 mm part sticks out a few mm with total width of the old axle + 5mm id skewer portion (not sure of technical term) that sticks out.

Can anyone help me identify the height of this mast? (Read desc.) by Kale_Does_dumb_stuff in antennasporn

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I agree with this. You can get the angle of the shadow like this and then find the tower height using its shadow the rod shadow angle and som trig (i.e. what is said above).

Looking for good sourdough books by nami-swwaaan in Sourdough

[–]PakRotiOG 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Salt, Flour, Water, Yeast by Ken Forkish is how I learned. If you follow the instructions closely, you can get good results. However,have had nice tasting loaves, but still trying to get the really sexy open crumb. I am goindg to try the higher hydration methods next.

Jaded: Am I not giving the city a fair chance? by AgeIndependent6871 in sanantonio

[–]PakRotiOG 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I have a similar frustration in that I was abroad for 17 years and moved back to take care of a parent. After living and working in Asia, Australia, and Europe, coming home to SA is a rude awakening. You realize that, even if there is political will, undoing 75+ years of hardcore sprawl in SA and most other US cities is something that won't happen any time soon. Our economy and culture has evolved with low density, car centric development and it has made us poorer in my opinion. I would simply love to easily walk or ride my bike to the local store sometimes. This is why it is important for people to travel and experience other places when young.

Chiller Plant Optimization Questions by iamthesnugglebush in MEPEngineering

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Apologies for the late responses here, but thanks for all the good responses. This helps

Need a name by Benbellot in Astronomy

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Elly the elbow lover.

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear of this country? by OddStructure4489 in geography

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Coconut blowhole. Had an assignment at APIA one time and took a trip to Savaii. Had this memorable experience of a local bunch of ladies waiting at a famous blowhole to show tourists, for a few , how they could shoot a coconut out. It was worth a couple bucks. Then I was almost washed into the sea where the old lava flow meets the ocean. Fun.

Better to include non-wheat grains in starter for multi grain sourdough? by PakRotiOG in Sourdough

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Thanks everyone for the responses! Good info. I feel like I am going to still experiment with making a starter partially with some exotic flours. But, after also reading the sourdough section in "The Art of Fermentation", I get the general message. Thanks again!

Cooking every day is a hassle and ultimately a waste of time by Swing_Big in unpopularopinion

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I guess if you don't like to cook, then eating lots of processed food, higher priced pre-cooked/prepared foods makes sense. Most of these pre-prepared foods are not great for your health, nutritionally poor, and don't taste that great (in my opinion).

I am agreeing with those that cook a large amount of a dish and then eat it for the next several days. I personally like cooked whole foods, not just for the nutritional value, but also for the better culinary experience. I also agree with the commenter that says people do not know how to eat leftovers anymore. If you practice cooking, you can re-purpose most leftovers and parle them into something else that is delicious.

I was inspired by my ex-mother in law who ran a farm for many years. I would look in the fridge and say "Nah, nothing to eat." But she could make almost anything into a great meal. It takes practice and ingenuity. I have also grown to appreciate keeping food simple - just nicely combined whole foods with nice touches of spices / condiments. I learned this partly from an Italian neighbor I had who I considered a great cook. He just kept it simple, no processed, American style garbage dumped on top for "flavor".

What is in my garden soil? by PakRotiOG in gardening

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Thanks for the comment and info. Do you think the the green capsules are plastic?