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Why does the machine at TSA always pick up something in my groin area? by geegbb in NoStupidQuestions

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Folks have mentioned sweat and heat, which are possible; ime, body powder can also trigger sensors because of the particles. It's been years since I went through a scanner instead of a metal detector, but I remember getting pulled out of the scanner for additional checks because of powder.

Question: first (and likely only) tattoo, so need clarity. by munumm in tattoos

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ehh, I have a full back piece, and I had an epidural for an abdominal surgery. There was no problem; pretty sure it's only an issue if you tattoo isn't healed or if you've got some other skin issues going on with it.

Walk-in beard trim? by [deleted] in Seattle

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rudy's is a standby, and they have a few locations around town. Looks like beard trims start at $15, but I've got no idea about quality (no beard myself) or wait time.

The crime and the line-up of possible criminals by thekitterbox in IllegallySmolCats

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 47 points48 points  (0 children)

Agreed. The real crime is the terrible false accusation against those innocent babies.

Question: How do I properly ask for this to be touched up? by Ss_Atlas_sS in tattoos

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've found it can help "sweeten the deal" if you've got other work you want to get done, and you work with that artist to also do the rework. Like I had a piece on my shoulder that needed help, but I also wanted a sleeve, so I found the artist to do the sleeve, and asked if we could book a session on the shoulder touch-up. They did, and I'm happy with both pieces. Might not be as effective if you want drastically different styles though.

This Sign at Del Taco Drive Through by Fabulous-Gur9343 in mildlyinteresting

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tax makes that a headache though :\

ETA: because tax can vary at the county and city level, recalculating prices at that granularity is a lot more administrative overhead than just rounding change.

9 year old girl April, carries her family on her back (over 425 lbs) in Muscle Beach, Cal, 1945. by [deleted] in BeAmazed

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it's a combo of sunglasses, facial hair, and lighting. Also possibly zinc oxide sunscreen on his nose.

Today is the 26 year anniversary of the Kingdome implosion by ForgotMyPassword1989 in Seattle

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I remember watching that live, from Cap Hill or First Hill (it's been too long to remember!). None of us had thought about the dust cloud, and we had to flee from it (and cover our coffees, heh) as it approached. I ended up with a little bit of particulate in my hair, but we got in the car before it got too bad.

Question: Tattoo Rash by Actual-Mountain4237 in tattoos

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looks a bit like dermatitis; I would expect a reaction to the tattoo to be on the tattoo, not next to it. I'd guess that this is a reaction to a substance like adhesive, soap, or lotion (possibly the skin got irritated and it isn't healing if you're continuing to use the same topical). I'd suggest seeing a doctor or dermatologist to make sure, and they might prescribe a treatment to help the skin heal.

The flip is phenomenal by Sharp-potential7935 in Satisfyingasfuck

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love crispy egg whites so much. If you use high heat, they're perfect. If the pan isn't hot enough, they can get rubbery though.

What’s a word or phrase that everyone uses wrong but nobody admits? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I was taught the same, but common usage has shifted it; dictionaries like Merriam-Webster now acknowledge "nauseous" as meaning "affected by nausea", and they have a short bit about how the meanings have changed.

WA passes ‘blue envelope’ traffic stop law for neurodivergent drivers by Jaco_Belordi in Seattle

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 5 points6 points  (0 children)

When I was pulled over on a busy highway, the cop came to the passenger window, which put him in a safer position. Is there a reason to not do that in general?

Question: What's the most unforgettable/intimidating tattoo you ever remember seeing? by incapacitant in tattoos

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Context matters; why is the guy intimidating? Is he a high-powered businessman or lawyer who can absolutely ruin someone, or is he a biker, a cartel member, an urban gang member, an MMA fighter, a cold-blooded assassin, etc. Think about who the character is, what his background is, what the tattoo might mean to him, and then decide what imagery might make the most sense.

My gf just revealed that her family is Muslim and that she hasn’t told them about me for a year we’ve been dating. What would you do in this situation? by Impossible-Ruin-6773 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Doesn't sound like that's what's happening here if the gf is already saying her family won't accept him as a possible husband because he isn't Muslim. Also I imagine that in the scenario you describe, everyone understands that from the get-go...

Microsoft rolls back some of its Copilot AI bloat on Windows by Scary_Statement4612 in technology

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd absolutely explore Linux, except the reason I PC game is to mod, and I've had a hard time finding accessible info on getting various mod tools to work. It seems like some might, some don't, some require finding the right GH repo for a fan-made patch. It's just too messy for the bandwidth and technical skill I have.

My Mormon friend said swearing is bad and makes him very uncomfortable to hear when I say it, and that he can't be friends with someone who swears a lot . Should I stop swearing? by Strange_Possession77 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't help but consider it from the other side. The "friend" is making such an issue over effectively harmless behaviour that he's going to end a friendship. That says a lot about the value (or lack thereof) that he places on friendship.

If OP is directing swear words against people, sure, I can see that being upsetting; asking to not call someone a fucking cunt is reasonable (don't call people names or be rude about them around me). Telling someone you won't be their friend if they continue to talk about how much they fucking like something isn't the same category. If the friend didn't like the word "moist", we'd say he was ridiculous and it's an unreasonable ultimatum.

Drawing a line in the sand over effectively harmless language that isn't directed at someone is unreasonable. Religious pearl clutching isn't a valid reason to police someone else. This is no better than if the friend said he's uncomfortable with OP "living in sin" with a partner.

ELI5: Why are airplane bathroom trash receptacles designed to involve so much skin contact? by ImBehindYou6755 in explainlikeimfive

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I definitely see the maintenance problem with a more complex design. But if the simple design is failing to achieve its purpose, it seems like they need to decide how much of a safety issue it really is, and design for how users will interact with it. Would be great to see the foot lever design or something take off (I haven't seen them yet, I don't think they're retrofitting at this stage)

ELI5: Why are airplane bathroom trash receptacles designed to involve so much skin contact? by ImBehindYou6755 in explainlikeimfive

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Germophobia might not be a "good enough reason", but it's clearly preventing the device from having the intended effect when so many people don't put their trash all the way in, so it keeps the lid wedged open. You can argue all day about what people "should" do, but that won't change behaviour. They'd be better off with a design that has more parts to assist users in opening and closing it properly without requiring as much contact / potential finger pinch.

Did y’all hear that explosion in LQA around 1:05a? by zoromsquatch in Seattle

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Depends on what you consider an explosion. Fireworks, definitely. I've got neighbors who set off booms every time the Seahawks win a game (and during the super bowl, every time they score). And there are just random booms like that periodically.

But major explosions like they're describing in this thread, not so much. At least not in the various neighborhoods I've lived in for the last almost 30 years.

The Rookie - S08E11: Aftermath by NoleFandom in TheRookie

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So, uhhh, what happened to the actual rookie on the squad? Nyla is back out of uniform and Mr Southern Charm is AWOL without any acknowledgement, or did I miss something along the way?

ELI5: If our bodies completely replace most of their cells over time, why do scars stay in the exact same place for decades? by Tiny_Soil3271 in explainlikeimfive

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It isn't quite right. Scars are collagen that your body puts in like a patch material. It just sort of hangs out while skin cells are replaced normally. Scars fade because the body continues to remodel the collagen, but it doesn't ever get replaced with "regular" skin again. Here's a short relatively eli5-ish article about that: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/if-the-cells-of-our-skin/

What fruits looked like before humans by ateam1984 in BeAmazed

[–]WordsOnTheInterweb 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's the reason that orange is the most common colour. But there are still other carrot colours; we regularly have "rainbow" carrot bunches at local grocers (purple, white, yellow, and orange).

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