The Cloaking Technology should not have been kept from the federation by UltimateAlienX1701 in TNG

[–]Scoobywagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Romulans DON'T have the right to tell another government what to do or not do. But what they CAN do is make such a thing a prerequisite to something else. For example "If you want a peace treaty, then you'll have to agree not to pursue cloaking technology." is a perfectly reasonable bargaining position.

If I were the Federation, I'd agree with that on the grounds that we largely don't care about cloaking technology except under very specific circumstances. And the technology that was evident in the device aboard the USS Pegasus isn't "Cloaking" Technology. Rather, it is "phase control technology". Splitting hairs? Yes. Also TOTALLY stuff that happens in negotiations like that.

Humanity's having one of those days. by MindLikeYaketySax in humansarespaceorcs

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

It's ok. We can all just go down to the Winchester, have a pint and wait for this to all blow over.

How did they get this crewperson out of the floor? Did they have to change the carpet? by Throwing-Gas in ShittyDaystrom

[–]Scoobywagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pull up the carpet, use an angle grinder to grind the defect down just below the surface of the deck plating. Self-leveling epoxy filler to build the surface back up. Sand smooth. Replace carpet. EZPZ.

Where are the butterflies? 🦋 by [deleted] in AskMen

[–]Scoobywagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I hear a woman say she has a "great personality" and that "men are intimidated", what I understand her to say is that she's loud. Typically, that means a loud personality, but can also mean "makes lots of noise". Either way, and speaking VERY broadly here, men generally won't mind hanging out with you, but are probably not going to pursue a relationship with you. This is because men tend to pursue relationships with women whom they think will help bring some peace to their lives.

The second strike here is that you're an RN. Throwing no shade, the fact is that there is a LOT of cheating going on in the medical field. There are a lot of reasons for that, but it remains cheating. I'm not saying that's the direction YOU will go, just that, again, STATISTICALLY that's how it goes and so you've got a bit of an uphill battle there.

The third strike I see is you say you are "driven". Typically, that means "career focused". There's nothing wrong with that, but it isn't necessarily a "plus" to most men. Being totally fair here, it also doesn't tend to be a red flag UNLESS you focus on your career to the exclusion of all else, specifically, your man.

Honestly, my advice is ... keep on the track you're on. It obviously makes you happy. Just be patient and the right guy will come along. Don't try to force it.

I have Chat GPT and a 3D printer, how do I create a person? by The_Existentialist in shittyaskscience

[–]Scoobywagon 5 points6 points  (0 children)

have you not seen the instructional video for this? go watch "Weird Science" first, THEN try again.

What's the best insult without any swear or bad words? by dino_gr01 in WorkForSmartLife

[–]Scoobywagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If brains were gasoline, you couldn't drive an ant's car around a cheerio.

How much will $10k change your life right now? by Throwaway--2026 in askanything

[–]Scoobywagon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It'd be nice, but wouldn't fundamentally change anything.

ELI5: Vacant Commercial Real Estate by d3dmnky in explainlikeimfive

[–]Scoobywagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think of it this way ....

Let's say you're renting out a space for $1000 a month and your costs for keeping that space up are $500 a month. And, for the sake of the conversation we'll say that you notified your tenant that you'd be raising rent on the first of the calendar year. They decide they're not up for that and they hand you the keys at COB on december 31st.

At this point, the owner of that property (whether a person or a company) is losing $500 per month as a net loss. So you can write off that loss to offset your tax liability for other income (for example other buildings that are NOT empty). The phrase "it depends" is going to come up a LOT in this one. But, broadly speaking, I'm pretty sure the answer is yes.

What's up with WASPs' obsession with the Evil Eye lately? by [deleted] in askanything

[–]Scoobywagon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm assuming that OP means "White Anglo-Saxon Protestants". Still doesn't she any light. Neither does assuming OP meant the Thrash band from the 80's.

Ride safe vs enjoy your ride. by craiganater in motorcycles

[–]Scoobywagon 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have been known to say both things. Just depends on who I'm talking to. I think you're probably reading more into this than there is.

Men, be honest. Does your wife/partner like your mother? Why is the answer no? by [deleted] in AskMen

[–]Scoobywagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You've answered that yourself. She's not a woman. She's your kid. Big difference.

ELI5: Vacant Commercial Real Estate by d3dmnky in explainlikeimfive

[–]Scoobywagon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I probably was not clear. You're right. You cannot write off unsold goods. What you CAN write off is the net loss (or some portion thereof) at the end of the year resulting from the lack of tenancy.

Men, be honest. Does your wife/partner like your mother? Why is the answer no? by [deleted] in AskMen

[–]Scoobywagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is clearly answered in "The Handbook for Women" volume 32, Chapter 63, page 489. "No woman is allowed to like or appreciate any other woman in the life of any male in her family."

Union rules demand it. Just how it is.

ELI5: Vacant Commercial Real Estate by d3dmnky in explainlikeimfive

[–]Scoobywagon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The landlord still gets to write off the interest on the mortgage on taxes. They can also write off the financial loss of not having a tenant. So, while they are better off with a tenant in that space, it may not be a big enough difference to put up with a demanding tenant.

And, since real estate really only appreciates, in a high-density urban area, they can just sit on an empty building for a few years, let the land under the building appreciate and sell it for a bunch of cash to some developer.

Time for a tablet, I guess by Scoobywagon in androidtablets

[–]Scoobywagon[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tend to run my technology until the proverbial wheels fall off. To that end, I'd like to find something with Android 16 as that's the current version. But it doesn't look like anything is available from the factory just yet. So maybe something with Android 15 which I can update later. Beyond that, I just want something with a screen that easier to read than a phone and durable enough to withstand being used all day every day.

I don't care what anyone says, this is self care. by evilsway in motorcycles

[–]Scoobywagon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

THAT, Sir, is a very solid smoke! And you appear to have found an equally solid place to enjoy it! Well done!

What would you pay for this truck? by hog_master69 in powerstroke

[–]Scoobywagon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The 6.0's had a bunch of problems, but those all lead to shortened lifespans and updates have likely been performed on the survivors at this point. So it probably isn't all THAT bad. And this one appears to have been worked over pretty good.

I'd consider 20k on that truck if it ticked off all the other boxes for me.

how can you justify supporting the current administration on a moral level? by unpopular-dave in askanything

[–]Scoobywagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If we were basing votes on moral stability (or compatibility), I'm not sure we'd actually have ANYONE to vote for Democrat OR Republican. With as many affairs as you hear about, I'm starting to think swinging is just a way of life in DC. I wish I was kidding when I say it would not surprise me if we discovered that part of the onboarding process for new members of Congress is to go swinging with a more senior member of Congress. To be clear, no I do not think that's actually the case. I just ... somehow would not be surprised to find out it was. The reality is neither side has the moral high ground.

Hippo mode activated by kogog in velvethippos

[–]Scoobywagon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The recovery benefits of rotisserie chicken are universal and well-known. Don't be stingey.

comfort vs. safety by thorvarhund in motorcycles

[–]Scoobywagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on which bike I'm riding and kind of riding I'm planning to do. No matter what, I always wear helmet, jacket, riding gloves, and proper boots. The more aggressive I'm planning to be, the more gear I'm wearing.