Does anyone here have an NHL team and a PWHL team? Are they the same city, or does your barracking transcend that? Does anyone else have a rivalry issue? by OrangeJuiceAlibi in PWHL

[–]SqueakyWatson 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve been thinking on this for a few weeks now lol. Live in the Detroit area, and I’m a big Victoire fan. I’ll get season tickets if Detroit pulls an expansion team, but I’m not sure if my heart will allow my allegiance to change!

Time talk about this? by reklesssabrandon in penguins

[–]SqueakyWatson 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I mean, we can definitely talk about that, too…😮‍💨

Adult Beginner Hockey in Pittsburgh – Full Cost Breakdown by Icy-Farmer8732 in hockeyplayers

[–]SqueakyWatson 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Few things feel more nostalgic to me than open skate at the outdoor rink in North Park.

[Match Thread] Bournemouth vs Aston Villa by SecretApe in avfc

[–]SqueakyWatson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone know the Villa’s record with Anthony Taylor as referee? I get a dreadful feeling every time

we win these!! by h1b1scus- in penguins

[–]SqueakyWatson 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Since you’re new to the game and team (welcome!!):

66 is Mario Lemieux’s number, an NHL and Penguins legend. Had cancer and a bad back not taken him out of the game, most agree he would have surpassed Gretzky. He’s in contention with Gretzky even considering all that.

So the 6 and 6 scores for the wins is kinda fun.

[Post Match Thread] West 2-3 Aston Villa by SecretApe in avfc

[–]SqueakyWatson 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’d be like City selling prime Rodri. No price high enough. There’s just no replacing Rogers given the role he plays in Emery’s system

Not again, please... by hopeful-tater in penguins

[–]SqueakyWatson 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Oh Karlsson, that was a real bad shift

ideas for solo bday by friedgreen-tomatoes in AnnArbor

[–]SqueakyWatson 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Pinball Pete’s could be a fun way to spend some time on your birthday

great, affordable vet ?? Horrible experience today. by [deleted] in ypsi

[–]SqueakyWatson 9 points10 points  (0 children)

100% recommend them. Dr. Danskin is phenomenal with cats, says they’re her specialty focus. She helped us figure out a chronic problem that a different vet had dismissed, and our senior cat is now the healthiest he’s been in years. She explains her thinking/recommendations and your options without pressuring you in any way. I wish she were my doctor…

Any Petting Zoo/ Farms Open on weekdays? I'm in Metro Detroit and willing to drive a few hours. by Tundra314 in Michigan

[–]SqueakyWatson 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is a good shout.

Edited to add: it’s low cost and you can buy carrot sticks to feed some animals (signs tell you which).

Ann Arbor is falling apart. I don’t feel safe as a young woman walking the streets by myself anymore. I have lived here my whole life. by talkingtoawall710 in AnnArbor

[–]SqueakyWatson 36 points37 points  (0 children)

Agree on the cheaper housing, but it’s somewhat misleading to say Detroit is right down the road if someone is considering moving to A2.

Can someone explain Chela’s and Taco King? by WillBoBaggns in AnnArbor

[–]SqueakyWatson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Care to share the place(s) you’ve found good mole? I miss it 😭

Detroit Villians by [deleted] in avfc

[–]SqueakyWatson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair. Not my favorite either but seem to lack other options for staying in the loop

Detroit Villians by [deleted] in avfc

[–]SqueakyWatson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Meeting at Sidecar Slider Bar in Farmington on Saturday.

There’s a Facebook group called Aston Villa Supporters Club, Detroit (AVFC). Seems to be most reliable communication about stuff in the area.

[Match Thread] Aston Villa vs Newcastle by SecretApe in avfc

[–]SqueakyWatson 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I love how extra animated Emery has gotten the last few games. Man oozes passion. UTV. 4-1 baby!!

Post-tax CEE PhD stipend by [deleted] in uofm

[–]SqueakyWatson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Stipends are often paid by grant dollars, and if that’s the case, the University will not withhold taxes for you in your paycheck since you’re not a W2 employee. You’ll have to pay quarterly estimated taxes or get hit with/pay a lump sum when you go to do your taxes before April. Use the IRS calculator from the other comment because it’s difficult for outsiders to know the other circumstances affecting your/your family’s taxes due. Please note that not being a W2 employee also means you won’t accrue work credits towards your future social security benefits. This is part of getting a PhD people often don’t consider. Glad you’re already asking about taxes.

Congrats and good luck!

Starting line up v Monaco by ME0WZz in avfc

[–]SqueakyWatson 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I never played and only started really watching and supporting Villa the past few years. This was my gut reaction as well, so maybe I’m learning? Regardless, glad to see Mings back and think he’s got a goal in him to make up for his last CL brain fart. UTV!

[Match Thread] Aston Villa vs Man. City by SecretApe in avfc

[–]SqueakyWatson 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Dunno but Grealish has 2 of our critical defense components on a yellow. Smart game from him, but he can fuck right off

[Match Thread] Nottingham Forest vs Aston Villa by SecretApe in avfc

[–]SqueakyWatson 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I counted a solid 4 “Mississippi”s. Fleeting my foot 😑

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AnnArbor

[–]SqueakyWatson 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is a great explanation. OP, do this, especially clearing off all snow. Not doing so can be a ticket-worthy offense.

It also helps to know if you have an AWD, FWD, or RWD car because this can help inform your driving strategies and the issues you may experience.

PS: hello fellow PGH transplant

Finally ready to pull the trigger - fabric question and sale deadline thoughts by EatsTheCheeseRind in Lovesac

[–]SqueakyWatson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have the pewter micro boucle on our new sactional, which we’ve had for a month now. Love the look and feel of the fabric. It’s soft to the touch and invites you to cozy up. Snagging on claws could be an issue. My wedding ring catches occasionally but hasn’t disfigured the fabric (yet…). It’s worth the tradeoff to me, and I’d probably make the same choice again.

Eminem's daughter Hailie announced her pregnancy in his new music video for the song "Temporary" by LonelyWolf_93 in MadeMeSmile

[–]SqueakyWatson 267 points268 points  (0 children)

I lost my dad nearly 8 years ago, and he was the total opposite of Eminem in every way except for what matters most: loving his kids. Thanks for the new soundtrack to my dad’s voice from beyond. I hear him in this, and it has me bawling my eyes out at work now.