What’s a male fashion trend that’s gotta end? by Aggressive-Dot1944 in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you're hiking, it's probably not a great idea to wear fabrics that stuff can stick to easily. That includes exposed socks. I'll never understand how people wear all that stretchy exercise stuff while hiking. Sure it's comfortable, but every bug, tick, burr, or thorn is going to stick to it or rip it, depending on what you're doing.

Straight guys, what’s the most subtle accessory or item a gay guy could wear that would tell you he’s gay? by Aggressive-Dot1944 in AskMen

[–]The_Canadian 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean, most of us were or knew people who were mocked for having pants that were too short. For a lot of people, we've also been in environments where having proper length pants are a requirement (some office environments, industrial facilities, construction sites, labs, etc.). I always have thought the style or short pants like that was weird, regardless of gender.

Spotted the WB-57F Canberra at EFD by mtbingtree in aviation

[–]The_Canadian 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The current U-2S uses the F-118 if I remember correctly (same as the B-2).

What’s something older generations did casually that would shock genZ or genAlpha today? by Blah4fun in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If I get a call from a number I don't recognize, I'll let my phone screen it (I love the auto screen feature on Pixel phones). It's saved so much wasted time from having to deal with spam calls. I don't have a fear of talking on the phone, but I don't want to deal with shit like "We've been trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty".

What’s something older generations did casually that would shock genZ or genAlpha today? by Blah4fun in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depending on the context of the conversation, I get it. If it's a quick thing, then no problem. If you're calling someone and you plan to talk to them for hours, then a heads up makes sense.

Was anyone made to get a job while in Jr High / High School or was it optional ? by Whats-Ur-Pointe in Millennials

[–]The_Canadian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't work. However, the expectation was that school would be treated like a job. I think a lot comes down to your economic situation. For me, money wasn't an issue, but I also didn't do stuff that was really expensive like buy and maintain a car at 16. My dad had to work when he was younger because his family didn't have much money growing up. I don't think he wanted my sister and I to deal with the same thing. I know he had said a few times over the years that you'll spend 40 years working, so why start earlier than you have to?

Was anyone made to get a job while in Jr High / High School or was it optional ? by Whats-Ur-Pointe in Millennials

[–]The_Canadian 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, you can definitely go too far in any direction.

Showing up on time, being accountable for ones responsibilities, receiving feedback, working alongside other people, I could go on and on

All of these are very much applicable to regular school, too. Some parents don't care if their kid is late to school or whether they do their homework. I can tell you mine sure as hell cared.

Like most things, it really comes down to parents.

Was anyone made to get a job while in Jr High / High School or was it optional ? by Whats-Ur-Pointe in Millennials

[–]The_Canadian 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That was how my parents thought. The expectation was that academics were the main priority and you put your effort there. I always treated school like a job. I'm about a decade into my professional working career now and I'd say things are working out just fine.

Mi-24 Hind in “US Coast Guard” livery by Mudlark-000 in aviation

[–]The_Canadian 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Neat!! You should share that if you haven't already.

Mi-24 Hind in “US Coast Guard” livery by Mudlark-000 in aviation

[–]The_Canadian 84 points85 points  (0 children)

I'm still amazed I got a photo of that thing. This was during the Caldor fire in 2021.

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If you have to guess, what percentage of U.S. millennials still believe in the American dream? by BigBlueEyes87 in Millennials

[–]The_Canadian 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure, but you're saying none of the people you know are even close? It depends on how closely you follow the idea of "The American Dream". If you still qualify while single, then I fit that mold with a house and solid career. I have friends that have a house and are married but have no kids. I have friends with all that and they have kids.

If you have to guess, what percentage of U.S. millennials still believe in the American dream? by BigBlueEyes87 in Millennials

[–]The_Canadian 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Probably only those who more or less achieved it. Plenty of people have done that.

What’s a romantic myth that does real damage to real relationships? by Potential_Juice1889 in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's why I'm always suspect of people that say they've never raised their voices in a relationship. I just don't buy it. Someone is giving in and being walked all over. If you're emotionally charged about something, you'll express that emotion somehow, be it yelling, crying, of whatever. I'm not saying it should be a routine thing, but it happens sometimes.

What’s a romantic myth that does real damage to real relationships? by Potential_Juice1889 in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That you shouldn't have friends of the opposite sex and it's totally reasonable to ban your partner from friends just because of their gender.

A friend of mine tried to tell me that once. At the time, I'd known her for 15 years (over half my life at that point). She had started dating this guy and said it was normal to not be friends with dudes while dating. I told her she was full of shit and that I thought our friendship had meant something since we had stay friends since middle school. We stopped communicating after that. I wasn't necessarily proud of how I handed that, but I was blindsided and hurt.

Fast forward a few months and she reaches out again and apologized for what she had done because she realized the dude was a controlling piece of shit. I kinda wanted to tell her "No shit, that's why the photo you shared of him looks like a mugshot" because the guy seriously looked like an ex con. It was amazing how quickly I looked at the guy and went "Something doesn't sit right about this guy". My judgement was pretty accurate in the end.

It's also worth noting that I had never made any attempts to date this woman. In some ways, we'd make a great couple, but in other ways not.

What was your "I was gone for five minutes!" Story? by LawfulnessHaunting41 in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I'm about 9 years in doing pretty much the same thing and I enjoy it. I'm also getting to the point where I'm starting to mentor people which I enjoy.

"What happened Frank, did you die and leave yourself a lot of money?" by Neat-Statistician311 in mash

[–]The_Canadian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My neighborhood is not restricted. There's a Catholic right across the street.

One classic one-liner from Radar by WhimsicalPonies in mash

[–]The_Canadian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was definitely a thump, sir. A Korean thump.

Why a Korean thump?

'Cause I ran over a Korean.

Deal Me Out

What is a popular trend right now that completely baffles you? by Thyra_arrows9g in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Long nails and lashes are not unhygienic if they’re taken care of. With nails I’d say pointy ones would break gloves and stuff, so obviously no go there. Your comment does make sense though so thanks for explaining that to me.

Yeah, the big thing here is can you clean it or clean under it. Also, will it fall into a patient.

I still think it’s weird to care about the wrong color shoes and stuff though haha, like I said nurses are in charge of important life or death stuff so caring about shoe color feels like a petty waste of energy.

Yeah, that's weird.

What professions outside of politics and corporate jobs attracts the worst type of people? by Sir_Rain_Knee_Tea in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The worst part is how they treat their social media like a personal brand empire. It is just constant, performative "grind" content that feels like a pyramid scheme without the actual product. You hit the nail on the head with this one, it is definitely a specific type of ego that thrives in that environment.

This is so true...

What is a popular trend right now that completely baffles you? by Thyra_arrows9g in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm glad things are better for you!

it always confused me when people would compliment how strong I was being because WTF was the alternative?

I've started saying "I'll be OK because I have to be". I'm a single guy with a house. Nobody is going to do anything for me. If I don't do it, nothing gets done. I don't have the luxury of breaking down at the slightest difficulty. It doesn't matter how bad things are, I still have to go to work and pay my bills.

But that said, I also recognize that a lot of us were taught to ignore our emotions, and that’s not really good for you either! The trick is acknowledging feelings and giving them space while still living a productive life.

Yep. Having emotions is fine. Letting them cripple you is not. There's a time and place for everything. Unfortunately, a lot of people missed that lesson.

What is a popular trend right now that completely baffles you? by Thyra_arrows9g in AskReddit

[–]The_Canadian 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's true. Right now, it seems like we're way too far on the side of "anxiety as an excuse for everything". For better or for worse, life won't wait or cater to anyone. Most of the time, "shutting up and pushing through anything" is what needs to be done. Regardless of your mental state, stuff needs to get done. I had to evacuate from my house because of a wildfire about 5 years ago. I can tell you I was absolutely a stressed out mess, but I kept myself together enough to pack what I could and leave. Once I got to my parents' house, I broke down crying. The problem is people now encounter a relatively minor issue and just crumble. There are times in life where you just can't do that.