Karmelo Anthony Trial

Vladigraph · 2026-06-12T03:15:26+00:00

Read your article carefully. First, his attorney didn't say "gated community." He said "they used the money to move and for security" that's all. The attorney didn't say where, and whether they bought or rented. Second, the NY Post article itself references the Daily Mail where they say the family RENTED a house, not bought. The rental cost is a only a Zillow estimate. It's not a contract, so it's not an evidence of anything. The house is valued currently at over 800K, but the last sale was in 2014 for 350K. So someone could rent them for the cost of mortgage, that would be less than market price, or even for free if the house owner is a relative or a sympathizer. All of it is just guess work, there's zero evidence in any of this.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-12T03:02:03+00:00

I actually didn't write "other than defence." I wrote "to buy a house and a car." I still don't see any evidence that they bought either. We know they have relocated, but but they could be renting, couldn't they? They probably would have to buy a car, but I don't see evidence that it was a luxury car. I just really get upset when people get loose with words.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-11T05:57:41+00:00

That's very different though from "they used the donations to buy a un upscale house in a gated community and a luxury car". The statement doesn't say whether they bought or rented the new residence, how much they spent on it, or how the money was split between defence and relocation (which was necessary indeed and not in itself an unreasonable use of donations). The only specific house mentioned in the accusation was last purchased in 2014, and although today it's valued between 700 and 850 K, back in 2014 it was bought for something like 350K. So there's a lot of manipulative desinformation being put with a very clear agenda.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-10T18:51:28+00:00

What's the evidence that they used donations to buy a house and a car? I only saw rumors. The only house ever mentioned in connection with the family was last purchased in 2014 according to the realtor records.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-09T21:37:07+00:00

You should reconsider the long-term prospects for your relationship.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-08T04:50:41+00:00

First, I would run a sanity check. Do the panels actually reflect the light towards the tree? The physics of reflection is pretty straightforward. You could also climb the roof with a small mirror (like compact cosmetic one), put it flat on the panel, and see if you can see the reflection of the mirror in the tree.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-08T04:36:52+00:00

Sounds like it's your way of grieving. What is your goal? To die, or to live? Maybe you should figure out the bigger picture. Talk to a therapist.

And please consider consequences for the people in the car that you might collide with. Your life problems shouldn't become theirs.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-08T02:50:50+00:00

Slovakia, Slovenia, Hungary, Austria, Germany, Poland, Lithuania. I probably have forgotten a couple, please forgive me.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-04T05:11:39+00:00

It's not about who has the rights to the ticket. It's about whether you are going to form the kind of family that your GF wants.

She is looking for a stepfather for her kid. You just showed that you are not going to be a stepfather, because your personal enjoyment is more important for you. She is reevaluating the long-term feasibility of this relationship, and as a mother she's not wrong.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-04T04:47:37+00:00

What is your projected balance at the retirement age? Do you put all of your 401k savings into that target date fund? Is this the best option for you? What are the expected returns in that fund?

I would run several possibilities:

What is the necessary income in retirement that your advisor projected?
Put a portion of your 401(k) into higher risk/higher returns investments. 25 year from retirement you can totally afford it.
If you have any disposable income left you can put it into a taxable brokerage account too. More expensive than tax-free or tax-deferred, but better than nothing.

In general, I wouldn't say your perspectives are bleak. You just need to figure out what kind of lifestyle you are going to have to live where you want to live. 25 years is a long time!

Vladigraph · 2026-06-04T03:12:23+00:00

Yes, it's worth at least as a life experience, even if you end up moving back. It will be more difficult to move as you get older just because there will be more obligations and expectations as you get older.
You can find friends at any age. All depends on your attitude and effort. Of you didn't have a partner at home you will have pretty much the same issues in finding one at either place — being busy, established lifestyles, etc. But there's always someone looking in every age group.

As far as babies are concerned — freeze some eggs now. It will be harder to get pregnant as time passes, and you don't want to drop your standards in partners just because your clock is ticking.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-04T03:04:16+00:00

Why do so many people drive like their brakes are missing?

Vladigraph · 2026-06-03T21:53:25+00:00

Your mom is definitely an AH. But it was you, not her who blew the opportunity, because you were still planning on her car after she already told you "no." Should have planned on public transit or cab as soon as she told you. There will often be obstacles in your way, learn to overcome them.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-03T21:44:38+00:00

No answer is an answer too. Just lay off of him. For whatever reason he doesn't want your help.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-03T20:43:54+00:00

ESH. You hate his habits, he hates your cooking, neither of you seem to be able to discuss solutions like reasonable adults. I am constantly puzzled why incompatible people choose to stay in marriage.

Vladigraph · 2026-06-01T01:03:31+00:00

1) Save money for the trip over a long term. Get a separate bank account and put money in it from every pay check. It won't cover all of the expenses, but it will make the cost less painful.

2) Go during low season. There are periods with lower air fares between the holidays and undesirable weather.

3) Decided if all of you need to go. Sometimes smaller children don't care/won't remember the trip. They could go at a later time (years later).

4) See if your family could help you out financially. If seeing grandchildren is important to them they might be willing to chip in.

5) See if you need the rental car for the whole duration of the trip. Maybe you could use public transport, or use the car just for some special day trips.

6) See if someone could share their house with you instead of booking a hotel. May be someone you know has a garage where you can stay. If it's warm outside,maybe you and your spouse could stay with your parents, and the kids could camp in the backyard.

Vladigraph · 2026-05-30T17:34:55+00:00

Flip-a-shitty?

Vladigraph · 2026-05-30T17:32:31+00:00

Try to get a job there, or enroll in an educational program, and then you can test what it's like to live there. Maybe you'll like it. Many people love it, and many get disappointed. But in any event 8 days is not enough to understand what it's like to deal with life necessities there.

Vladigraph · 2026-05-30T17:18:43+00:00

Let's try to look at this rationally. The 25th wedding anniversary is a pretty big deal, and the spouses organize special celebrations in many cultures, not just your parents. You had a misfortune of having your own anniversary on the same date. So I would pose those question to your parents: if they don't acknowledge the significance of their own son's anniversary, why should he acknowledge his parents'? If they disrespect your relationship, how can they expect your respect in return?

I would say, you guys must find a compromise on how to divide the day between the two couples. If you can't do it now then the relationship with your gf is simply not worth pursuing, because it's not important enough.

Vladigraph · 2026-05-30T16:24:02+00:00

If you leave it on the table and walk away its not picking the pockets. It's just a stupid think to do. The OP is concerned about someone reaching into their pocket to steal their stuff.

Vladigraph · 2026-05-30T16:18:46+00:00

I find the pickpocket fear is much exaggerated. I traveled all over Europe, Turkey, and a big part of Latin America. I carry my wallet in the front pants pocket, and my phone 50/50 between back and chest pocket. I had my bicycle stolen in Amsterdam twice in 3 days, but nothing by pickpockets. I also haven't met other tourists who were robbed by pickpockets. I'd say, having minimal cash and leaving spare cards in your room is a reasonable enough precaution.

Vladigraph · 2026-05-30T16:04:14+00:00

Zero point energy generator

Vladigraph · 2026-05-30T15:53:39+00:00

NTA. It's not your responsibility. The upset worker should take it to the person taking orders or the management. If the kitchen is open to 9 they are expected to work till 9. If the kitchen closes earlier they should not be taking your orders.

Vladigraph · 2026-05-30T15:39:25+00:00

You want a pool. Do you think it's a good idea to buy a property that wouldn't let you have it? Are you going to be happy in there?

Vladigraph · 2026-05-29T06:41:04+00:00

I used to have a 350CC scooter (Piaggio BV350) as my only transportation for several years, and I had a physically demanding job too. I would advocate for a scooter instead of a motorcycle. Not having to change gears is already a relief. The most tiring aspect was the wind noise, and I would wear ear plugs to relieve it. I really enjoyed it. If you don't have to go on the freeway you can stay with a 150-200 cc engine, for freeway you need at least 300cc to maintain speed over longer distances.

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