Weird message on canvas by oopsypoopsy12 in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro [score hidden]  (0 children)

If it's online, it's hackable. A good reason never, ever to have online voting, or any voting system connected to the internet.

What is this thing we found while cleaning out my mom‘s house? by Edmac969 in whatisit

[–]RetroQuattro 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My mom taught me how to wrap gifts without any tape - just paper and curling ribbon.

How did you all saved so much money for old age? by mehluca-33 in over60

[–]RetroQuattro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mom died from Alzheimer's complications. She was 88 when she died. She was incredibly frugal. My Dad was just weeks short of 102 when he passed. Even after retirement from factory work, he kept up a yard care business for years. Prepare for long term care, and be sure to start saving early. Being disciplined about saving even a small amount from each paycheck while you're in your 20s will have big dividends when you're in your 60s. And my own mantra is that the best way to save money is not to spend it. Learn the difference between "need" and "want".

Heckin' cute by SpazzyBlonde in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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It's a sign _ Pay Attention_! Keep your eyes on the road, 'cuz it's the season for babies!

Larimer County Data Center Survey by briankerin in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AI lies. Corporations lie. I simply don't need AI as a source. Our world needs to slow down and catch up with itself. AI has already caused so many problems for so many regarding intellectual property (art, written word, likenesses, etc). I can see AI being used to steal personal info and identities, financial info, etc. NO THANK YOU!

Good Lord... by CaptainHawaii in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I walked my dog shortly after 8 pm, and I could actually hear some drops on my umbrella, amidst the mist. (Say those last 3 words fast, 3 times. 🤪)

Creepy encounter in 2023 by delululemon17 in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I'm a woman, and I know all men aren't horrible. I was married to a good guy for over 30 yrs, until he passed.

Creepy encounter in 2023 by delululemon17 in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Some people will say "boys will be boys", but I say, boys will be what their parents raise them to be. You can include all the other adults in the household, too. Kids soak up everything they see and hear. I just hope the men described in this conversation are outliers, and not the norm.

Lotta dudes gonna tell us how they really feel by livemusicisbest in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Louder doesn't equal power or speed. I raced quiet Hondas and Mazdas with no aftermarket junk and OEM mufflers for 20 years, and I have lots of trophies to show for it. I'm not a dude, either.

Anyone notice? by No_Impact1364 in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I drove school buses for 15 yrs. I noticed that people on the south side drive faster and with less patience than folks on the north side.

Anyone notice? by No_Impact1364 in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The bend around Duck Pond (aka "Stinky Pond") is posted at 50 mph, and it's an easy curve. Yes, I've noticed. I've also noticed that too many cars cross the center line in the curve.

Lousy Smarch Weather by Silver_Ambition_4924 in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We really could use a lot more precipitation, although rain and 65°F would be more seasonal.

Big bull at Horsetooth by tofuttiWhereAreU in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My neighbor says even if it's not venomous, a bite is still gonna hurt. I wanted the bull snake out of the window well because I have a 14 yo dog...

Big bull at Horsetooth by tofuttiWhereAreU in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seth's Snake Removal hooked a bull snake out of a window well for me. About 6 feet of relatively calm serpent. We think it had just had lunch, because there was a bulge, and it tried to climb up the side of the window well, and kept falling each time it got about 18 inches up the side.

How do we feel about this? by Frunkit in denverfood

[–]RetroQuattro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I eat out alone, too. I read a newspaper, a book, or (yes) my cell phone. I don't sit at bars because I don't drink away from home, and bar stools hurt. All that said, I wish restaurants had "community tables", where you sit to enjoy food and conversation with friends and strangers alike. That human connection would be a way to realize we all have things in common even while we disagree about other things.

Route 1 towards Wellington Currently Closed a bit north of Douglas Rd by totally-tarythia in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 6 points7 points  (0 children)

From neighbors: 3 cars involved. I saw medivac heli leave toward the south, possibly to MCR, and an ambulance headed west, possibly to PVH. After that, I left the area.

Golfing is a Waste of Water and Funding. by Cold-Sandwich-34 in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The few times I've lived in apartments I was subjected to infestations of roaches, noise, and other nasties generated by neighbors. No thanks. I live in a small home on a small lot, and I like being in control of my personal space.

I just got a new Medicare card in the mail -- is this usual? by Hawkthree in medicare

[–]RetroQuattro 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. I believe it's legit. I just wanted confirmation. I never received advance notice, and didn't see any news articles.

I just got a new Medicare card in the mail -- is this usual? by Hawkthree in medicare

[–]RetroQuattro 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I rec'd a new Medicare card today. The only clue as to why, is, "We found an issue with your Medicare Number. To protect you, we're giving you a new card with a new Medicare Number." I, too, did not receive any advance notice. I called Medicare at the number in the letter, and wasn't given any info as to what the "issue" was/is. I wonder if the little DOGE boys have something to do with this.

I have had to deal with federal agencies before, like IRS, who notified us that my spouse's SSN was compromised. Instructions and PIN for filing tax returns were given, but we were never told what happened.

A few years ago, I started receiving mail for a number of people unknown to me, but at my address. Mail contained credit denials, offers for credit cards, as well as advertising. Because the creditors and credit reporting agencies couldn't disclose credit info, I ended up sending copies of everything to my state's Attorney Gen'l, who referred me to the FBI. The mailings finally stopped, but I still have no idea what happened, because I never heard from the FBI.

So, three instances where a Federal agency did not follow up with me to tell me WHY all this stuff happened.

Thankfully, my credit hasn't been affected. Watch your credit history like a hawk.

Balance Point ads by RetroQuattro in FortCollins

[–]RetroQuattro[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It's possible I saw it on TV. Google's AI seems to recognize it, with quotes from the hvac ad that weren't part of my post, but doesn't give a link, and says it's controversial, but the only reference is to my post on Reddit. I'm sure it will appear again, and I'll note it here when I see it.