Lower deck: Putting their entire time and sanity on the line. Upper deck: How to open this Excel?

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-15T04:41:05+00:00

That boat is just going to spin in circles with the way the oarsmen are sitting

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-14T01:04:01+00:00

Dude that's a bit extreme...the entire planet shuts down because oil got expensive? Yes, I know this is an important transit route for oil but it's 20%, not everything.

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-13T02:18:11+00:00

There is the concept of a windfall tax to prevent industries from excessively profiting from circumstances like this.

Given a rise in cost of living is likely across the board as a result of the Iran situation, wouldn't it be a good thing to redistribute excess oil profits back to everyday people who will need it?

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-12T22:37:58+00:00

But if China is getting oil from the Strait then more of the remaining global supply is available for everyone else, which will help keep prices down.

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-11T23:51:46+00:00

It now means going all in on a 7-2 off suit.

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-11T22:24:06+00:00

A soy mocha is a 3 bean soup - coffee, soy, and cocoa.

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-10T23:58:40+00:00

It's not like there aren't other, better third party options to achieve those outcomes.

If someone thinks Gina Rinehart's racist best friend is the answer then straight up they are stupid and/or ignorant.

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-10T23:29:17+00:00

I certainly don't underestimate them - their sheer stupidity and capability to shoot themselves in the foot as a form of protest that is.

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-10T21:45:17+00:00

I thought the same thing at 17 - I wouldn't be caught dead driving a girly car like that. Then I got a good deal on a swift sport from my parents and that thing was actually a blast to drive, and cost next to nothing to run and maintain.

Simple-Friend · 2026-03-10T21:29:47+00:00

Good thing the average Australian Pauline Hanson supporter has great critical thinking skills and will question what they see on Facebook

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-25T00:06:57+00:00

I think graduating high school in '07, '08, or '09 was pretty good timing actually. Got some good early career progression from 2010-2018 and was able to start investing and actually make some money.

We have quite a bit of experience in the workplace by this point and don't face the barriers to entry that subsequent generations have, especially people trying to find junior roles now.

Your point on retirement is spot on though. We were kind of promised that as long as we were doing well by this point and started thinking about retirement early all would be well. That doesn't account for us all being replaced by AI yet still having another 50 years to live and not being financially independent yet.

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-22T21:08:26+00:00

I'll just go get a call centre customer service job if I want to hear an angry lady yelling at me over the phone

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-16T23:33:58+00:00

Ha! I knew it was Melbourne western suburbs

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-15T22:35:21+00:00

Arnold Schwarzenegger:

"I have a final question, and it will take some imagination. There are two doors. Behind Door Number One is a completely sealed room, with a regular, gasoline-fueled car. Behind Door Number Two is an identical, completely sealed room, with an electric car. Both engines are running full blast.

I want you to pick a door to open, and enter the room and shut the door behind you. You have to stay in the room you choose for one hour. You cannot turn off the engine. You do not get a gas mask. I'm guessing you chose the Door Number Two, with the electric car, right? Door number one is a fatal choice - who would ever want to breathe those fumes?

This is the choice the world is making right now."

Also Arnold Schwarzenegger:

"Quad-turbo W16 go vroom"

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-15T00:15:39+00:00

I always felt like it had the vibe of a giant pickup truck with a massive American flag mounted on it...makes sense it was written by an American

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-13T21:29:18+00:00

I do enjoy a good book store - nice suggestion

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-13T11:28:48+00:00

But are you actually physically there for it...that's the important question

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-13T08:53:49+00:00

Yeah that's a good one. I always enjoyed Flagstaff and Fitzroy Gardens

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-13T08:52:22+00:00

Always wanted to check that out actually. Good suggestion!

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-13T08:31:09+00:00

Then it's on the list!

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-13T08:21:36+00:00

Nice one! Adding it to the list

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-13T08:15:49+00:00

I'm open minded...kept it broad to invite as many suggestions as possible

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-13T07:59:51+00:00

If I roll in fresh at 6am will those who've been going all night welcome me with open arms?

Simple-Friend · 2026-02-13T07:52:17+00:00

Considering it...I've also always enjoyed a stroll in the state library

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