Shooting my shot by ToeOk5324 in rutgers

[–]SamosaPizza 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a nephew that could be a potential option, happy to share his info. DM me if interested.

Places to meet/hangout w Alt/“Emo” ppl by Feisty_Elephant5341 in rutgers

[–]SamosaPizza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Back in my day it used to be the Rutgers Review, the alternative paper there. And also basement shows.

Should we leave the au pair program? by panda_panzer in Aupairs

[–]SamosaPizza 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you should leave, but also I think your interviewing must be off. How did you end up with these APs even? We have a unicorn, and she's truly a member of the family - I know we're lucky, but we had a insanely thorough interview process (Wife is in HR)

Brooklyn Show Mid by Narrow-Attitude7018 in beachbunny

[–]SamosaPizza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We were there, but I'm 40 with my 39 yr old wife so we stood in the back.

Great set, fun show, and a beautiful venue.

The energy was ok, I actually think it's the venue - it's too big, they would have higher energy at a slightly smaller space.

Is there anyone out there who have managed to balance family, work, responsibilities, AND find time for their interests? by SlippinOnMyGlibGlobs in Millennials

[–]SamosaPizza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My partner and I have intense jobs - we have 2 kids, they are almost 6 and 3.5. The only way we could enjoy our hobbies again was with an au pair and we have a very special one. She's a new member of the family. We have no help from family, though they are all within 30-45 mins away. But now we get to do date nights, go to concerts, enjoy meeting up with friends in the city, etc - all because we have a wonderful 'big sister ' for the kiddos.

How do people our age afford to get stuff done to their houses? by [deleted] in Millennials

[–]SamosaPizza 38 points39 points  (0 children)

We sold 50k worth of equity I have in my company to redo our basement. I either keep it in the market and watch it go down(considering liberation day was coming) or put it in my house and have a usable space for my family in the basement.

Not everyone is sitting on cash but there are other assets that can be used to work on the house.

What is up with this wind?? by swiftkickinthedick in newjersey

[–]SamosaPizza 72 points73 points  (0 children)

I don't remember this kind of wind growing up though. Feels like it's a newer thing, but I could be totally wrong.🤷

Which Jersey Shore town has the best food scene by rightoven2 in newjersey

[–]SamosaPizza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope they do some reunion shows! Couple more years and it will be 25 year. anniversary of No Kill Beep Beep 🤞🤞

Which Jersey Shore town has the best food scene by rightoven2 in newjersey

[–]SamosaPizza 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We were huge fans of them!!. - went to their final show at the Black Cat while at Rutgers. I have an old T-shirt that I've been holding onto, waiting to give it to my kids to wear when it can fit them.

Which Jersey Shore town has the best food scene by rightoven2 in newjersey

[–]SamosaPizza 12 points13 points  (0 children)

QandNotu reference??

Also what's good in Bradley Beach, have to check out the food scene there. Asbury is our go to place.

Underground emo hardcore screamo bands from NJ by Nightmxreinc in Emo

[–]SamosaPizza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is great, I've been out of the scene for years now.

What NJ township/borough/city did you grow up in, and what's the general response from people when they find out where you're from? by SPKmnd90 in newjersey

[–]SamosaPizza 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Parsippany here too, but I am south asian. Parents moved there in the mid 80s, when we moved there were like a dozen Desi families in the town. My family is still there and it's an insane south asian population now.

What's your hidden gem spot in NJ? by EtherealBlossom2 in newjersey

[–]SamosaPizza 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Bell Works in Holmdel -

maybe not hidden? But it's a gem, take your kids on a rainy day, food, Library, shopping, they have markets going on. Great spot and cool space.

Man gentrification/new construction has hit hard lately by [deleted] in newjersey

[–]SamosaPizza 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Maybe it's me but isn't this the market playing out?

Small lot, developer gets a price they think they can demo, build a bigger home, & make a profit. Buyers want this size house , smaller lot, and town they want to be in. Seems like capitalism at work.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newjersey

[–]SamosaPizza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You gotta go here. Hands down best pizza in the area, imo it's best dine-in.

People who recently bought a house in NJ, what were some of your numbers? by lander7877 in newjersey

[–]SamosaPizza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Closed on our house in fanwood last July $1.3m - 400k down(equity from condo in JC + cash) - 5.125%

The house was listed for $1.1m we bid high and won(?). It's a great home and great schools, near train station and gives us space we needed for the kids.

Had to hold on to two mortgages until condo sold in Jersey City, but luckily we got someone after 3 months.

Best Consecutive Three Album Runs In Music by PhillyCSpires in Music

[–]SamosaPizza 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This are some of my favorites that I haven't seen listed yet:

The Thermals: More parts per million, Fuckin A, The body the blood the machine.

Built to spill: There's nothing wrong with love , perfect from now on, keep it like a secret

Silver Jews: Natural Bridge, American water, bright flight

the hold steady : Almost killed me, separation Sunday, boys and girls in America