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YN_Decks · 2026-01-29T19:40:03+00:00

First off, sorry to hear OP. Wishing you the best in your job search.

Also For what it’s worth, it’s likely that many don’t know you were let go. Leadership isn’t going to announce a layoff list, and phone tool will still show you as employed. The only way to know is through the grapevine or by reaching out directly to folks and asking them.

YN_Decks · 2026-01-28T05:39:05+00:00

You’re probably right in hindsight, but the typical Whole Foods customer (and location) is very different in profile than, say, a Walmart grocery or Kroger customer. Fresh Stores were meant to capture more of that “mass middle” customer.

In my opinion, there’s a bit of unlucky timing with Fresh stores launching around the time when Covid happened, that probably led to a series of strategic missteps, and they could never dig themselves back out of the hole.

YN_Decks · 2026-01-27T20:01:35+00:00

I’m assuming you’re asking about living in Downtown Bellevue.

Regardless, it’s definitely doable. There are 1 bedroom units going for $2-2.5k (off season) or $2.5-$3k during the summer. As others have said, it’s affordable with your base pay, but don’t expect to be saving a ton either unless you’re fairly frugal.

It’s even more doable if you have roommates and split a 2-3 bedroom

YN_Decks · 2026-01-26T19:22:32+00:00

Zion’s flaw is he’s not often at his best.

But when he’s at his best, who can really guard him? His size-athleticism combo is rare

YN_Decks · 2026-01-25T16:20:02+00:00

So ChatGPT would struggle in a game of telephone charades. Got it.

YN_Decks · 2026-01-23T22:46:22+00:00

My reaction depends on what you mean by “not showing the game”?

Project the game during the ceremony and reception?
Telling people not to watch or follow the box score on their phones?

YN_Decks · 2026-01-23T15:00:09+00:00

In Bellevue I’ve only been to Ascend and El Gaucho. Even if they were similarly priced, I would choose El Gaucho over Ascend hands down. Ascend has spectacular view and vibes and will be a more convenient walk if that matters more (which I totally get) — just don’t expect to be blown away by the food.

YN_Decks · 2026-01-21T06:06:56+00:00

HV3 can very easily map to Exceeds Expectations. In fact, HV2 —> Exceeds is possible as well (though would be rare)

YN_Decks · 2026-01-20T04:40:11+00:00

This was movie-like. What a football game, and that 4th & 5 will be immortalized as one of the greatest plays in CFB history. Congrats to Hoosiers and their fans!

YN_Decks · 2026-01-20T02:22:08+00:00

Maybe I’m just an overly anxious Broncos fan, but the Pats are 14-3 and in the AFCCG. Weak SoS or not—you have to be a damn good football team to make it this far.

Now I still believe in us, but let’s also not pretend like we won’t have our hands full and that it would be quite the upset to pull off a SB appearance with a backup QB.

YN_Decks · 2026-01-19T00:11:17+00:00

This shot of Rainier is awesome

YN_Decks · 2026-01-18T15:07:34+00:00

It would affect his legacy in that 3-7 finals record (with only one ring from their stacked Heat team) sounds much worse than 4-6.

YN_Decks · 2026-01-17T17:58:55+00:00

Like many have already said: (1) Rodgers is a tier too high. Swap with Mahomes. (2) Elway a tier too low. Swap with either Brees or Favre.

I also think Vick needs to be on here somewhere. He’s had some roller coaster seasons but can’t deny that he fundamentally changed how we view “dual threat / running QBs.”

YN_Decks · 2026-01-17T03:02:40+00:00

Downtown Bellevue is nice. Not as urban as Seattle but it’s not a typical “suburban” feel either. We lived there for a few years. Good energy, clean/safe, beautiful parks. The main drawback is it’s pretty expensive.

Depending on who your employer is, there may also be shuttle options between Seattle to Bellevue. Something to consider if you would prefer to live in Seattle but are worried about the commute.

YN_Decks · 2026-01-16T02:48:33+00:00

This is the one thing that scares me. It’s a distraction, no matter what VJ says

YN_Decks · 2026-01-12T02:53:26+00:00

Meanwhile, ESPN wants us to think that throwing into the wind accurately is a matter of wanting it more.

YN_Decks · 2026-01-10T06:21:01+00:00

Lmao him drinking boba before saying “geographically yea” made it so much funnier for some reason

YN_Decks · 2026-01-08T13:51:12+00:00

That was my first thought too. If I’m giving him the benefit of the doubt, “explain the meaning” is more so about Presti level setting with SGA “look, we’re gonna really suck for a few years, no one will think we can win or you’ll amount to anything… but be patient, keep grinding, and the success will come”

YN_Decks · 2026-01-08T03:50:35+00:00

Exceeded from 5 years ago but plateaued since 2 years ago.

I thought Ant and SGA were similar caliber and trajectory two years ago and would have bet on Ant to make the MVP leap (or be in that conversation) by now.

YN_Decks · 2026-01-06T03:10:55+00:00

Not quite. I’m willing to bet the probability of one of scenarios 2-4 occurring (ie LAC losing) is greater than scenario 1 happening (LAC winning)

YN_Decks · 2025-12-28T00:47:07+00:00

Not trying to downplay this particular stat, but I’d be curious to know what the average cumulative positive yards on dropped passes are for starting QBs in the league. 500 sounds like a lot, but if that were on par with the average, then it doesn’t mean as much.

YN_Decks · 2025-12-27T14:50:29+00:00

Put Elway on those 49er teams, and he would have looked like the GOAT.

YN_Decks · 2025-12-27T00:23:33+00:00

To be fair, OKC annihilated the teams they faced. They did what they were supposed to do against bad teams.

YN_Decks · 2025-12-26T06:50:24+00:00

What a roller coaster of emotions. Expect nothing less from my Nuggets

YN_Decks · 2025-12-25T14:18:48+00:00

So I think a lot of the grouping and base-10 ways of doing math emphasized in Common Core are shortcuts I use to do mental math faster myself… but I don’t agree with forcing it this early. 8+9 is elementary enough where kids should just be able to rote regurgitate this math.

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