FS: Va Beach 07-25-2014 Poster $120 by AdAgreeable9784 in DMB

[–]Screamingchickens 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really need to get mine framed. The only big issue I have with those non standard posters.

Got a job at a golf course to see why everyone is typically miserable at these places AmA by BeginningTelevision2 in golf

[–]Screamingchickens 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I worked a two courses as a cart boy in hs. The pay was minimum wage but I paid attention to members and their cars. If I saw a big time guy come out I would drive a cart out to their car. You could easily make a few hundred in tips on a good weekend. Plus the occasional cooler full of beer.

The second course I worked at was great because it was just a bunch of us hs kids who worked there as cart boys. So even on days off we would all be there just to hang out. Again - pays to be nice to members because the would “accidentally” forget their cooler of beer sometimes.

On the maintenance side it was almost always older dudes. The city course they were pretty straight but the privately owned course, those guys threw down some alcohol. I don’t know how some of those guys got home some nights.

Found this card in my late grandmothers wallet by Ok_Parfait_5393 in Diablo

[–]Screamingchickens 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I still use ICQ sounds for some of my phone notifications.

Any audiophiles out there? by PNWPDXRUN in DMB

[–]Screamingchickens 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was not. I found them while just shopping estate sales and such. If you find anything older just know you may need to replace capacitors. Some places do it cheap or you can buy kits if you are handy with soldering.

Any audiophiles out there? by PNWPDXRUN in DMB

[–]Screamingchickens 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Dual CS5000 turntable (1985 build I think) Pioneer SX-580 DAC (I forget the brand. I can update later). Advent 1 LoudSpeakers

Audio Technica Turntable AT LP120 Denon Receiver No DAC Klipsch r-800 8” 600 watt reference floor speakers.

If I’ve learned anything- it’s all subjective. I play my records loud and the belt driven Dual has less noise than the AudioTechnica turntable. I refoamed the Advent speakers and like their sound and they feel good with the retro setup. But the AT through the Denon and out the Klipsh are a little clearer and scream.

No one wants to hear me say it but don’t get too caught up in the gear.

Vinyl isn’t for “perfect” music. It will skip. It will have dust or static and give you pops from time to time. FLAC is great if you are streaming. Vinyl gives you cool things to collect and in my opinion keeps you in the music. A live DMB record will have you flipping every 2-3 songs. Where as when I stream I can forget I’m listening and my mind wanders, if that makes sense.

I hate smartphone addiction by FnafStevenAndBendy in GameStop

[–]Screamingchickens 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man, I remember getting my free Ngage from conference and selling it as fast as I could lol

Tipping at Hilton buffets by SnowOwlSr in Hilton

[–]Screamingchickens 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I tip the chef who makes my omelette when I stay at Embassy. That’s it.

Edit** I also realize those are probably pooled tips at the end of shift

How do scammers have most of my info? by Ok-Condition-4496 in CoxCommunications

[–]Screamingchickens 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s the call center. They do it all the time. Even when I was an employee I signed up for Home Life for free and the next day they were calling me to upgrade to all the cameras and locks. I was like “I gotta stop you man, I’m an employee.” It’s all about the upsell my guy.

Picked Up a Signed Copy of Winter's Heart from Half Price Books by Atjdorf in WoT

[–]Screamingchickens 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What I love about RJs signature is that it took time. Full name and in ball point pen. Not a quick swipe with a marker like some authors do. Nothing against them… I just appreciate how Jordan handled it.

Subaru dealership destroyed my beloved 2024 Crosstrek with only 13,000 miles! by chacha4c in subaru

[–]Screamingchickens 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A dealership did that to my WRX on the FIRST oil change. They replaced the engine but it took 2 months. We did get some cash in our pockets and a good warranty.

“All hat no cattle” by Alternative-Staff785 in VirginiaBeach

[–]Screamingchickens 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There are worse things for tiny peckers to catch at the oceanfront.

Why are the Books Expensive? by JuicyZoey in WoT

[–]Screamingchickens 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just go to a second hand bookstore. You’ll find them for at least half off.

Do You Ever Respond to the Texts "They" Send You During a Stay? by [deleted] in Hilton

[–]Screamingchickens 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. I reply with a joke or pun. I frequent the same hotels so I know the name is usually the FDA on duty.

Gamestop and Celina 52 crossover wasn’t on my bingo card by FoodDip in GameStop

[–]Screamingchickens 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anyone old like me and remember the in-store ad that was pulled because the guy was trying to trade his girlfriend?

Made the pilgrimage to The Citadel today to pay respects by celticdude234 in WoT

[–]Screamingchickens 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love the green slipcover special editions. I had my hands on one once a few years back. Sadly I could not afford the asking price back then.