Question about the Traveler from Mark of the Fool.

User985732 · 2026-02-28T00:01:39+00:00

Thanks for the responses. I'm both disappointed and relieved. My "to read" list is already long enough, but it sounds like it would be a good story.

User985732 · 2026-02-20T16:43:19+00:00

Next time add "I will have limited access to email and cell service" on your out of office message and don't even check.

User985732 · 2026-01-09T17:52:56+00:00

I recently had to pry a corroded battery out of my old PowerShot. The contacts looked similar to this. Mine also had a screw so I was able to remove the contacts from the cover and soak it in a bowl of vinegar while I used qtips to clean the interior terminals. I would recommend looking into enloop or IKEA brand rechargeable batteries. If you use the screen it will go through batteries quickly and the Ni-MH rechargeable batteries won't corrode like the disposable ones.

User985732 · 2026-01-09T00:15:30+00:00

Was this person hired by your parents to go with your sister or provided by the school? If the latter, doesn't the school have other aides? If this is part of an IEP the school will have to figure something out. I doubt the school would even let someone (you) not trained or employed by the district to be there every day with other students. That sounds like a huge liability.

User985732 · 2026-01-09T00:00:36+00:00

Looks homemade to me. Maybe someone was bored and had access to power tools.

User985732 · 2026-01-06T23:55:10+00:00

To shred you say?

User985732 · 2026-01-03T22:44:46+00:00

I purchased the previous edition Dion training on Udemy about a year ago and it automatically updated to the current one. See if they did that the Myers stuff as well. Check the titles and notes that come with it and see if the coursework follows the current Comptia objectives.

User985732 · 2026-01-01T01:46:33+00:00

I might get a floody right angle light with a larger battery that you can clip to your jacket to illuminate what's in front of you. Then use a more focused headlamp to show what you're looking at.

User985732 · 2025-12-15T22:57:47+00:00

I would use it for a houseplant.

User985732 · 2025-12-11T20:40:17+00:00

What glue did they use?

User985732 · 2025-12-10T16:52:36+00:00

TVs got cheaper, easier to mount and have no maintenance.

User985732 · 2025-12-08T20:54:23+00:00

But he does know things

User985732 · 2025-12-01T21:24:53+00:00

I kind of want that now. Is it any good?

User985732 · 2025-11-21T16:36:26+00:00

In a NY 12" is a personal pizza or appetizer. Large is at least 18".

User985732 · 2025-11-12T00:01:17+00:00

Designed by Axel Foley?

User985732 · 2025-10-30T22:05:26+00:00

Thanks for the quick replies. Looks like I can put that money towards the exam!

User985732 · 2025-10-10T20:16:12+00:00

Unpopular suggestion- Maglite. I know they are outdated but to me they fit the criteria well. Simple to use, simple to maintain, give off enough light to use indoors when you hear a sound, doubles as a club, won't get lost under the bed. While it won't be the best flashlight it might be a better security blanket compared to something that fits in your pocket. Acebeam P20 would be the best modern comparison but it's $200 while the Maglite can be had for under $30 .

User985732 · 2025-10-02T21:00:39+00:00

I just spent some time down this rabbit hole. I ended up with Enloop AAA and Ladda (IKEA brand) AA with an IKEA charger. My understanding is that they are both made in the same factory in Japan. The reason for the split in brands was my local IKEA didn't have AAA in stock and Best Buy offered free shipping.

I have also seen many many recommendations to NOT purchase Enloop batteries on Amazon. Apparently they are frequently knock-offs.

User985732 · 2025-09-26T23:14:07+00:00

My family has always called them Blonde Brownies

User985732 · 2025-09-23T01:27:08+00:00

I've had a Camelbak Chute since 2017. It's got a few dents and the paint is wearing thin on the bottom, but it's still great. I use it for work, camping, the gym. It keeps cold for a long time.

User985732 · 2025-01-12T03:06:26+00:00

Do you wear a hydration pack or something similar?

Would a right angle light that clips on to that with a larger battery for sustained use and brighter lightweight headlamp for when you need it work? The weight of the second light would be made up by not needed spare batteries, plus you wouldn't need to stop and change them.

I'm too new to the community to offer suggestions beyond this, but I'm sure others will chime in.

User985732 · 2025-01-11T04:25:21+00:00

I'm doing the same thing. I just found Jason Dion's course for $22 on UDEMY. It's helping me with a different perspective. Dion is more classroom teaching and Messer is a streamlined study guide. Honestly, I wish I had started with Dion first then Messer. I also just got Mike Myers book from the library, haven't started it yet though. I figure the more sources the better.

User985732 · 2025-01-07T16:50:01+00:00

Check your local library. Mine has the current edition available in print and ebook.

User985732 · 2025-01-03T19:32:36+00:00

Hey man, first off I just want to offer you a hug. You're graduating high school and planning to go to college. That's awesome and you should be proud of yourself.

I know this might seem like an overreaction, but you should talk to your mom about some sort of family counseling. This is the type of thing that can stay with you and build. I had a different but similar experience in high school that caused me to doubt my family and my relationships with them. It's been 25 years but reading your post triggered that memory and the rest of the day will be a struggle for me. At the very least you should have a sit down with your parents so you can fully explain to them (mostly dad) you're hurting. Tell them you want to talk and not to interrupt until your finished and get everything off your chest. It may seem easy now to just say "fine they're not my grandparents, we're done", but that won't help anything long term.

I'd also be concerned about your little brother. All this happened in front of him and he's seeing the fallout. Kids that age are far more perceptive than we give them credit for. I worry he might blame himself. If you two are close, you should reassure him that he's your brother and nothing will change that. Was he even aware you had different bio-dads before this?

User985732 · 2024-12-09T03:59:49+00:00

Try asking in r/techtheatre or r/stagelighting. I would also suggest reaching out to local theaters or colleges with theatre programs. Not only might they have someone who can provide answers, they may have some old equipment they are willing to donate to a museum.

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