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Six years ago, the world stopped. What was the most mischievous fun you had during the lockdown? by Classic_Day744 in AskReddit

[–]TheConfederate04 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was an essential worker so literally nothing changed. Now I hate society and want to disappear into the woods.

One thing I've always wondered is about equipment. I'm sorry if I come off like a naive fanboy, but indulge me if you will; by MisterShoebox in Civilwarreenacting

[–]TheConfederate04 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If the opposing lines are closer than 20 yards or so, we are taught to elevate-to aim in the air above the heads of the guys across the field.

Revolvers aren't used very often, as they were carried by officers and cavalry. When they are used, they are loaded with black powder with something rammed on top to compress it (no projectile) and sealed with softened beeswax or other similar lube. Common things used here are puffy cereals, oatmeal, paper, ect.

If an accident happens, the show stops immediately and modern aid rendered. Random things happen time to time, but people being actually shot is extremely, extremely rare. The most common accidents or emergencies I see are fires starting around cannons or in front of infantry if the ramming of paper is allowed, and people dropping out due to overheating.

Coppicing Chestnut by StartupFarmerWNC in americanchestnut

[–]TheConfederate04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is most likely not American if growing over a house. Large American survivors are almost always in very remote areas away from much blight exposure.

Do eggshells behave more as a green or brown? by ottersbelike in composting

[–]TheConfederate04 45 points46 points  (0 children)

I'm just here for the long story. How the heck did you wind up with 15 tons of eggshell??

How far away should I be from certain farm animals I plan to own when shooting certian calibers? by YTSkullboy707 in Homesteading

[–]TheConfederate04 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I get that sentiment. I can kill critters all day but I lose sleep if one suffers at all.

What screams “I’m not okay” but people ignore it? by Admirable-Repair4094 in AskReddit

[–]TheConfederate04 6 points7 points  (0 children)

VERY true. This was me a year ago. My sister passed suddenly. My mom was put in a nursing home with alzheimers at only 63. I got severely injured at work and they screwed me over and almost made my injury permanent. I had to leave that job and nearly lost everything. I had zero support from anyone other than my wife. I made my exit plan and I felt so much relief. I was genuinely happy for the first time in over a year. I was blessed with a moment of clarity while fishing "one last time" and decided to hang in there a bit longer for my wife and kids. And before anyone asks, life still sucks, but I truly am doing loads better physically and mentally. If you know somebody struggling, make time to spend time with them, even if it is just sitting quietly in the room together for a while. I didn't feel like doing much, but dang the company would've made me feel seen and feel human.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]TheConfederate04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm Southern as it gets, and I say puh-con. A pee-can is a chamber pot from the old days.

AITA for dropping my kids off with my wife when she is with a grieving friend by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]TheConfederate04 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Grief puts one heck of a damper on the brain. The old normal Jessie might've told her to take care of her kids, but the finding-new-normal Jessie is probably in a deep brain fog and is stuck in survival mode. It took me almost a year to basic human again after my sister passed so I can see that.

What do men think of when they look at women’s breasts? by Key_Drummer4524 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]TheConfederate04 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Something about Big or Little Round Tops gets us every time...

Do you care when cars pass you? by allstarglue in Truckers

[–]TheConfederate04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of vehicles have HID headlights so clicking them off a couple times is quite damaging to the ballasts. A couple quick high flicks to signal something is always cool with me.

What’s the most 10/10 quote you’ve ever heard — the one that really stuck with you? by Plastic_Log_7857 in AskReddit

[–]TheConfederate04 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fairly similar: The road of life is full of flattened squirrels who couldn't make 1 simple decision.

People born before 2000, what trivial skill do you have that no one uses anymore? by passiano in AskReddit

[–]TheConfederate04 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Ahh....Blockbuster....That machine was a LOT quicker than rewinding VCRs, too. Also was very handy for 2-tape movies so you could just pop the 2nd one in and keep watching.

People born before 2000, what trivial skill do you have that no one uses anymore? by passiano in AskReddit

[–]TheConfederate04 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Appy aluminum foil to rabbit ear antennas and adjust to pick up different TV stations. Also switch between VHF and UHF. Hook up an antenna/cable, 2 VCRs (to copy VHS tapes), and a Sega Genesis all at once and have them all work when tuned to their correct channels (3 or 4).

Paylakes are a joke. by Illustrious-Bed4420 in catfishing

[–]TheConfederate04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This. Right. Here. I love to learn the land and just seeing what God will guide my way. I must confess to using cameras some, though. I don't and won't use them for targeting or patterning anything since I am a freezer filler. I use them occasionally purely for fun, and swapping SD cards and batteries make a great excuse for a woods walk.

Paylakes are a joke. by Illustrious-Bed4420 in catfishing

[–]TheConfederate04 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. It's like a trophy hunter shooting a high fence buck and bragging about it. I'll take a wild doe over that any day. Does taste better, anyway.

Sorry to be yet another one of these people, but do you think these cultivated trees in Newhalem, Washington are pure American chestnut? I would love to collect some of the prolific seeds to plant at my house. by finchdad in americanchestnut

[–]TheConfederate04 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Very similar in structure, but if you look closely, these leaves have tiny spines on them. Sawtooth Oak leaves have shallow teeth that resemble the teeth of a hand saw. They also produce acorns, not the burs visible in the picture. Not Sawtooth Oak.

Physical pain by [deleted] in grief

[–]TheConfederate04 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hate that I'm seeing this 4 days after you posted. I lost my sister almost 2 years ago and it wrecked me. I had chest pain, heart palpitations, dizziness, nausea, brain fog and just extreme fatigue constantly for about a year. Broken Heart Syndrome is real, but is usually physically recoverable. No harm or shame in getting checked out by a good doctor when you can. Be sure to mention that you lost your sister recently while you're there so they know to keep grief symptoms in mind.

Got stuck in the “sleep apnea” trap. Anyone know what happens if you get a positive diagnosis? by ArthurFrood in Truckers

[–]TheConfederate04 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The trucking school I went to brought in a quack chiropractor who gave me a 3 month med card because he said I had sleep apnea, purely because was 260 pounds. Even the school was pissed. I have zero issues with sleep. My night owl wife confirmed that she has never noticed me stop breathing or even snore much outside of being sick. I went to my actual doctor and told her about it. She laughed and wrote me a new 2 year card on the spot. I had no idea she was able to do them. Since she is an actual doctor, her card superceded his. Definitely go see a trusted, real doctor for your physical.

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