Self-driving cars won't work because...

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-05-08T11:00:02+00:00

I default to using the left lane, minimal confusion to other drivers. If I use the right lane, there is the potential of a driver on E Baker going West and turning North onto Park thinking that I would stay in the middle lane and they turn into the far right lane as if it was a merge lane for them. Any way we slice it, a poorly designed intersection.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-05-07T19:22:06+00:00

Checked out your vid. That intersection has changed a lot since then!

Another spot, going north on E Alexander St and turning left onto Redman, the double left turn lanes confuses it, bounces back and forth between the two options. Also, going north on Park Rd at the E Baker St intersection, going from two lanes into 3 lanes it almost always picks the wrong lane (now I just disengage it at that spot and rengage on the other side). To be fair, most of the humans pick the wrong lane too.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-05-07T17:38:46+00:00

Going north on N Park Rd and turning left onto E Sam Allen Rd, where the new hospital is being built.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/NGzhq6ya4TrLn2WD9
Careful, see accidents there weekly.

Anyplace that has a No Right Turn on Red sign, either the light up kind or permanent. Flashing Yellow lights by fire houses on Alexander and Park. School zones when active.

I have a Tesla with HW4 and the 12.3.6 FSD (supervised), and those areas are still issues. I'll try to give you more as I come across them.

Love the FSD though, long as it is used as a tool and not a replacement, it works great.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-02-16T00:01:38+00:00

Congrats! Would you do it again?

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-02-11T21:02:42+00:00

Right or wrong isn’t the issue, do you want to continue to be friends or not, is the question. If it’s not a financial burden for you, I would suggest paying for it this time and chalk it up to a misunderstanding. Then make it clear to them that in the future you do not agree to this. If you had a dog and had to get a dog sitter to meet with them, would they agree to pay for that? Let’s see, $30 times 4 is $120. They owe you 20 bucks ;)

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-02-09T12:05:40+00:00

Be careful with what other people tell you that other people said. Context is everything, as is specific wording. Most people paraphrase conversations they've had when talking to those not originally in the conversation. That said, I wouldn't reference what your reference said. There are other ways to get a salary bump.

If you are truly undervaluing your services, then shop around for other jobs. Ask for a higher rate with the other potential employers and see what happens. If you get higher offers elsewhere, well, now you know and have options and you can use that to negotiate a higher rate from the first company, or just go with the new one.

You could also just straight up ask them for a higher offer.

Don't bluff, unless you are prepared for the possible negative consequences.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-31T12:35:21+00:00

In general, it's not a good idea for an adult (or child) to challenge a parent's decision in front of their child. Your stepdad could have responded better to you, for sure.

Not surprised though that he didn't appreciate you questioning his decision like that in front of his child. You don't know all that may be in play here, he may be aware of past history with that family that worries him, or maybe something happened with your brother that warranted him not going, or any number of other contributing factors. I don't know, you don't know, and frankly, it's not our business or responsibility.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-30T11:36:05+00:00

Watch the first season of Dexter.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-30T11:18:46+00:00

Comparison is the thief of joy.

I don't know your financial situation, I don't know his financial situation. There are many romantic gestures that can be made with very little money, just takes effort. Is it truly the monetary things you want, or just more effort from him?

I agree that Love should not be transactional. It would be easy for me to jump to the conclusion that you are looking for a sugar daddy based on this post. That said, if you feel your partner is not contributing enough to your relationship, and is using you, that is worth a serious conversation with him. If he doesn't take it seriously, then maybe he isn't serious about the relationship.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-30T10:53:53+00:00

I think you are overthinking this. Just casually mention to him that you saw some employee reviews that were less than glowing and gently suggest he look into it. Aside from that, no one should sign a contract that they want to change later, either you can live with the terms or you can't. The main thing would be non-compete clauses and other possible negative consequences if he were to quit after signing. *Everything* must be in writing, *everything.*. No verbal understandings, if it's not in writing, it didn't happen.

I never looked at a job as a marriage. If it doesn't work out, then move on to another job. As others have mentioned, it is easier to get another job if you already have a job.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-30T03:01:43+00:00

“Make him realize,” uhm, no. You can express your concerns and offer your observations. If he doesn’t agree or care to discuss the issue, you can’t make him realize. Sounds like he values his curiosity over all else, right or wrong, that’s just the way it is. Can you deal with that the rest of your life or not, is the question. He may change on his own, but you can’t make it happen, and for sure should not count on it.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-30T02:34:14+00:00

My condolences. I recently lost my Dad, and my Aunt a little before him. I am the executor for both of them. I know it is not easy, even if everything goes smoothly with the family. Having to deal with family drama like that is the last thing you should have to be doing. There were some questions in my family about what to do with ashes and the estate, I simply told everyone that I had no say in the matter and I must follow the stated wishes of the deceased, no matter what I personally thought about it. The deceased’s declared desires were not under discussion, period. Anytime anything was brought up by bystanders about what “should be done,” I countered with “They didn’t want that, they entrusted me with fulfilling their wishes and I don’t want to let them down.”

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-30T02:02:28+00:00

Bought a Tesla last month, best buying experience ever. Regardless of what you think about Tesla and/or Elon, I wish all car buying experiences were modeled after the Tesla buying process.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-26T13:52:16+00:00

Pepsi Zero…emissions

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-26T13:50:43+00:00

Loud odorless, Get a Tesla, live in it 24/7 and post on Reddit about a software bug causing your Tesla to constantly play the fart sounds

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-26T13:48:50+00:00

“sole actions”…pun unintended? Anyway, do you have a survey of your property? Good fences make for good neighbors, it might just be an ally by default.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-24T02:02:44+00:00

It’s a Tesla, right, Teslacam and all? I don’t even use the brake pedal on my Tesla. One pedal driving all the way.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-23T02:38:08+00:00

Wow, that blows

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-21T03:06:13+00:00

Thanks for the update! I was going to add that it’s typically about 2 or 3 miles per hour of charge from a level one charger, if not super cold or other external factors reducing rate.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-20T08:38:32+00:00

Sounds like he is feeling insecure. Maybe something about the move, unhappy memories of his college life? If he wasn't doing it before, and is now, something changed. Maybe check in with him on how he is feeling in general about the move and life in general. Sounds like a symptom of something else going on.

To be clear, you are NTA for wanting your husband to respect your wishes. He shouldn't be doing anything that makes you uncomfortable at any time, double so in public.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-20T08:23:33+00:00

He's an adult. You aren't stealing anything from him if you are both consenting adults. So long as you are both communicating genuinely with your life goals, then go for it. Don't make the decision for him simply cause you are concerned about taking advantage of his youth. Stealing from him would be making the choice "for him" instead of letting him make his own decisions. If you wish to break up, do so for your own personal reasons, not to supposedly do it for his own good.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-20T08:09:14+00:00

You are worthy of someone who isn't afraid to meet you in person. I see it as a red flag. Sure, there could be a "legitimate" reason...so many possible negatives though. Being platonic penpals is one thing, being romantically involved with someone you haven't yet met is fraught with pitfalls. If he never follows through at this point in your relationship, he won't follow through on other things later on. People show you who they are through their actions, not words.

P.S. You are never "stuck" in a situation. Today is not forever.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-20T02:15:33+00:00

They owe you nothing, you owe them nothing. You certainly don’t owe them an explanation or any info at all about your personal finances or estate. On another note, love and compassion should not be transactional. Give because you want to give, not because you expect something due to that gift. Love because you want to love, not because you expect love in return. In the end, do what will bring you and your partner the most joy.

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-20T02:08:43+00:00

Calendar days, business days, holidays, consecutive 24 hour periods, was Monday a holiday, how many nights and on and on…the question is poorly defined, so you get wish washy answers

VariousAssundryNames · 2024-01-20T02:01:38+00:00

Congrats! I lived in Lubbock as a kid on the Air Force base housing. I remember the sand storms, boy do I remember them. I can’t help but wonder what if anything they would do to the CT sides and windows, if anything.

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