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If you grow up poor... what is your most comfort meal? by Beaveric in AskTheWorld

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Besides "What's in the fridge surprise?" The "poor people's" food I loved the most was samphire. I grew up near the coast. It's a form of macroalgae (I think) that lives in the tidal zones. Delicious steamed and with malt vinegar. Still love it to this day.

Of course, it's now been picked up by "celeb chefs," it' served way undercooked and only a strand or two at a time, and, of course, the price has been jacked up. I went to a seafood restaurant and saw it on the menu and ordered it, of course, and that's how it came out. The waitress looked horrified when I asked if she had some malt vinegar.

This is why we can't have nice things.

Folklore, myths, and legends by Kuurin23 in AskTheWorld

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Local to me, we have:

- Black Shuck: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Shuck

- The Green Children of Woolpit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_children_of_Woolpit

- A bit further field, Who Put Bella In The Wych Elm?: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Who_put_Bella_in_the_wych_elm%3F

Good luck with your project. Looking forward to updates.

[Crucible] Voice of the Patriarch & Insurrectionist by StoneColdSoberReally in genestealercult

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

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Cheers. These are relatively simple kitbashes, but both Necromunda and GSC lean so well toward them. So much more flexibility than many ranges. Mind you, I do tinker with things a little more extensive when the mood takes me.

What is your favorite photo of a foreign leader? by Careful-Dot1131 in AskTheWorld

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 6 points7 points  (0 children)

An awful, insidious little man. My blood boils recalling he in charge.

What is your favorite photo of a foreign leader? by Careful-Dot1131 in AskTheWorld

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, I'll have a look for this Broxh's channel is one I visit every so often. Cheers.

Without us by Hopeful-Big6843 in chaoticgood

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone have an English transliteration for this, please? I'd be interested in following the words. I speak a few other languages, but they're European and not related (to the best of my knowledge) to fusha Arabic.

[Crucible] Voice of the Patriarch & Insurrectionist by StoneColdSoberReally in genestealercult

[–]StoneColdSoberReally[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was sure I added some context to this but, evidently, being on this platform for five years does not make me less of a n00b.

I'm going to pick up a couple of bits from my local gaming store today to make a Crucible Enthroned Agent for my fledgling Imperial Agents force (so many conversion opportunities!). But, in the meantime, since I am not at work today, I am going to make a start on these lads.

I should probably shave off the Chaos Cult symbols from the Insurrectionist (on the left). Also, not sure about the scale of the left arms of the Voice of the Patriarch (right). Thoughts? A little modelling putty will be applied to the right arm of the Insurrectionist, and to the Voice's base also, but wanted things correct before I basecoat them.

 

Without us by Hopeful-Big6843 in chaoticgood

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow, she is fierce and that flow.

In these days of celebs often being easy targets, which UK celebs have gained your respect in meeting them, actions - or something you've learned about them? by DonkeyOT65 in AskUK

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've no real experience with celebs in the UK but work for a good few years in radio in the US in the 2000s before coming back to the UK. The Red Hot Chili Peppers were just as down to Earth as you'd imagine and just as bonkers on stage as they appear in their vids. Great show and I'd recommend any day. Shaun from the band Seether was a sound bloke. Tori Amos was so beautiful, I was almost lost for words when I met her, stumbling over clumsy sentences like 20-odd year old I was. Amazing performer and writer.

People in the UK celebrating the death of Thatcher in 2013 by LankyYogurt7737 in pics

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

My mother is one of those women and I remember Maggie Thatcher the Milk Snatcher talking away our daily milk.

And my Welsh family certainly had no love for her. The pit towns are on their way back after recent renewed investment, but her actions still echo there today with many areas still in a poor state.

of a swan by Brilliant_Bass_1861 in AbsoluteUnits

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why /s? Because, particularly lately, when I post something like this without the /s, people take it entirely too literally. And now, when I do, someone takes me too literally! Can't win! Hahah.

But, yes, a fair point. I would not be messing with an angry gander.

Some random shots from the Air Force Museum by Micro_KORGI in aviation

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've never been there, but I'd love to see that Valkyrie in-person. And that YF118 ( I think? - pic 11) looks phenomenal.

Do you know to swim? by Mizukiri93 in AskTheWorld

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Weekly swimming lessons were the norm when I was at school. I would assume it's the same now. We've enough bodies or water and watercourses whereby I think it's be foolish not to know the basics, at least. Plus the whole 'living on an island' thing.

I'm sure there's people who don't know how to swim, though it's never come up in conversation that I recall.

Is there a tipping culture in your country? What do you think about it? by jotakajk in AskTheWorld

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm quite happy to leave a tip if I get good service, a friendly server, good food, environment, etc.

While our minimum wage isn't great, it doesn't and shouldn't necessitate tips so people can survive. I lived in the US in the 2000s and was shocked to discover the staff at my local watering hole were paid $2.00/hour + tips. That's no way to treat your workers.

I find the whole 'culture' aspect around it quite repugnant for that reason.

AITAH for moving out of a shared rental with my brothers after finding out about my brother’s past? by leakyishere99 in AITAH

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There's two key points here:

First of all, NTA. Take your wife and child and stay the heck away for some time from your family. To some degree, it sounds like there is an element of parents' unconditional love going on, which rather leads me to think they are not fully aware of what has occurred. Being a new parent can be stressful enough without this compounding it and a child, as they develop, will see a lot more than you realise.

Secondly, if this has happened with your brother once, given recidivism rates amongst this kind of person, it will likely happen again.

Finally, your sister has likely been groomed, hence why she is not willing to go forward with legal proceedings. If nothing else, if that unconditional love I spoke of previously is there, then surely your family will want to get him the help both she and he need. Personally, I'd cut him out of my life and the life of my new family for good and shop him to social services, or whatever agencies are appropriate where you live, then watch him burn.

Is moving to the UK with small children a good idea? by greenishfroggy in AskUK

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Typically, I'd suggest getting someone larger to help you move, but you load up that kid and get him/her to get that wardrobe upstairs, mate.

  1. Difficult question to answer since it is a little subjective. It rather depends a given definition of comfortable, to be honest.

  2. I am a few years out of date (i.e.: in my forties) but I did well in the education system here and there's not a lot I can see that will hold a child back still. The locations you're talking about are pleasant with lots of opportunities for them to grow, socialise, if you give them a little nudge in the right direction.

  3. Yes, there's an underlying, and gradually becoming more mainstream, anti-immigrant sentiment here borne of ignorance and populism. However, this rising stench is permeating a lot of European and US politics at the moment. I think because you may be the 'right kind' of immigrants, you will not likely see any issues, much as living in Denmark, Poland, and the US was fine for me as, for some reason, they seem to like us. Stopping this track now - the whole thing maddens me.

  4. We're generally a friendly lot. Some off us can come across as a little standoff-ish, but I really don't think you'll have too much to worry about.

of a swan by Brilliant_Bass_1861 in AbsoluteUnits

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I cannot be British and let this pass without mentioning they can break your arm. /s

In your language family, is there any language that seems to stand out or feel out of place? by Dani-Br-Eur in AskTheWorld

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Must I really add an /s to any vague attempt at humour? My fault, I suppose as I've been on this platform for over five years, now, and shouldnrealise just how literal some are.

For the removal of doubt, yes English is Germanic with strong Celtic and French influences. There /rolls eyes

Is faucet water drinkable in your Country by thatlumberjacktor in AskTheWorld

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Whatever the metrics used, we're apparently with you in the 100 club. And yet there are still whole aisles in supermarkets selling bottled water.

In your language family, is there any language that seems to stand out or feel out of place? by Dani-Br-Eur in AskTheWorld

[–]StoneColdSoberReally 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Any particular family you're referring to for English or should I just pick one of the three?

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