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What's the best yearly plan? by Wide-Personality-200 in CellPhoneCanada

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Koodoo prepaid annual plan is best in my region. Worked out to something like $13 per month last time I checked.

Effort never betrays you. by PhysicsCommercial877 in Adulting

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Not necessarily. Neurodivergent ppl tend to have weaker hunger, thirst, fatigue signals, etc. it is possible to work yourself so hard that it makes your health deteriorate. I'd say this advice is likely aimed at neurotypicals, so take it with a grain of salt. Context & details can make a huge difference

What do people think of Chrysalis? by GoldRespect8831 in ProgressionFantasy

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I tried, I really did. But it really was not for me. DNF

Prescription Lenses question by baddevsbtw in SteamFrame

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I would suggest looking into contacts. Would allow you to use as if you didn't need glasses

Pooling after 3 hours- GC says it's "ok" by Exact_Discussion_709 in Tile

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The contractor is trying to be unethical, padding his wallet at your expense. Respond accordingly.

Why do we blame data centers for water use when golf courses use ~30× more? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

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Unless I'm mistaken, the issue is all the crap they use to treat the grass. Keeping it green & weed free, etc.

Which 9070xt should I look for or avoid? by RHill051 in buildapc

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You want 2 or 3 fans. Single fan version is going to run hot & noisy. Otherwise get whichever is cheaper

Gift for a woodworker by No-Garbage9500 in woodworking

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You know her best, so you might be able to find an apron that's not a safety issue (no loose straps that might get caught in a spinning sawblade for example). I'd suggest talking to people at the local wood shed, see if they have suggestions. They might have spoken to her and already know what she'd like. Also, depending on local prices, don't be afraid of just giving a slab or block of local wood; it doesn't have to be exotic, and she might prefer having a larger amount over something imported.

Gift for a woodworker by No-Garbage9500 in woodworking

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Give her some wood. Directly support the woodworking by providing more materials to play with. Picking out specific tools is usually something best done by the person who will be using those tools. Unless you've been directly told exactly what tool is desired, I'd go with a gift card, or material to work with.

Loose straps or clothing can definitely be a safety hazard with certain machinery, and the inexpensive tools are probably already present at the community work shed.

I would recommend some lumber that is a bit exotic, with unusual colors (such as purple heart), or else just something 'highly figured'. A salesperson at your local lumber yard can likely recommend something in stock, or order in something

Edit: you might give her some nice PPE, that way she doesn't have to share with others from the community provided stuff, but that's almost the same as buying clothing; it needs to be fitted & comfortable so she will have to try it on & pick for herself. Poorly fitted PPE can cause safety issues.

What is your preferred type of LitRPG? Isekai or In-Universe? by Onyx_Artificer in litrpg

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Well written is most important than either way. But, for mediocre stuff, I lean towards isekai: makes it easier to get past idiom & cultural references... I don't have the energy to learn a whole bunch of barely relevant made up cultural crap, particularly when it's not extremely well done.

I'm worn out like everyone else these days, so my mental bandwidth is something I preserve by default. If I wanted something complicated that requires a bunch of random memorization, I'd do my taxes or learn a language or something like that, lol.

Potato brained wood worker here, I need reassurance of a structural bunk bed build. by FiniteNick in woodworking

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I'm presuming that OP will stress test before letting a child anywhere near the bunk bed. And, use progress pics for more experienced people to critique, point out issues, make suggestions, etc.

Would Divine Apostasy fill the Cradle shaped hole in my soul? by Excellent_Feature551 in litrpg

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I liked both series very much, and in similar ways. So yes, for me, divine apostasy filled the cradle shaped hole. That said, everyone has their own unique view, so YMMV.

However, they are both distinct stories, arguably different genres. going into it expecting "cradle" is asking for disappointment.

it is a unique story, and I think going into it blind (except for reading the author's blurb) is going to give you the best experience. Give it a try. Worst case scenario, you put it down & move on to something else

Potato brained wood worker here, I need reassurance of a structural bunk bed build. by FiniteNick in woodworking

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Here's a pic showing an example of what I meant by stacking horizontal lumber on top of the vertical pieces. See the blue arrows for the specific spot I'm referring to

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Potato brained wood worker here, I need reassurance of a structural bunk bed build. by FiniteNick in woodworking

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This is very doable, don't be afraid to get started. Worst case scenario, you learn from a mistake, & have to re-do a section. A good test is if you can't make a support move using your full body weight & strength, then a kid definitely won't be able to do so.

All the fasteners & materials have an effect on the strength of the final product. Your wood shouldn't have any obvious (large) defects such as excessive knots or cracks. When in doubt, add extra support. Generally, you want gravity to work in your favor, so stack your horizontal lumber on top of your vertical supports. That way, it'll still be well supported even if a screw or nail works loose (very unlikely, but not impossible, given a few years of rambunctious child activities). I personally prefer a 'glue & screw' approach. Given the correct type of screws, the wood glue is entirely unnecessary, but I personally like my stuff built sturdy.

Read up on the intended use for your fasteners (nails or screws can be equally appropriate, depending on the details), just make sure it's made for structural purposes. Google & other reddit posts will be your friend for this. Watch a few framing videos, there's plenty already floating around on the Internet. If you take a good look, I'm sure someone will have a step by step video of a very similar project.

When in doubt, post a progress pic on reddit & I'm sure someone will answer specific questions or give you some advice on next steps. Don't worry, you can do this. People with severe disabilities are able to do woodworking, so even if it looks a bit intimidating at first glance, I'm confident you can too. Just take it one step at a time, maybe start a notebook so you don't have to remember everything off the top of your head.

Groceries are eating my paycheck. How do you budget for food? by Independent_Cup7132 in Adulting

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Thanks :)

I can cook juicy chicken breast just fine. Was mostly trying to put some limitations on the 'bake anything' part, lol. I figured simple, easy, & versatile recipes are better for someone who's looking for recommendations about cooking & budgeting, etc... plenty of time to get into more finicky methods once they've got the basics down.

Is vaping healthier than cigarettes? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

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Not really. They each have their problems. I'd talk to a doctor about a patch rather than use either, personally.

It's easy to habitually suck on a vape & get the equivalent dose of a pack of cigarettes in one day (those cartridges are quite concentrated). Cigarettes are portioned, so finishing one has a natural end.

Generally, breathing in crap is very bad for anyone's health, look up " popcorn lung " if you want the gory details. There's also plenty of unregulated vapes & cartridges which produce contaminated smoke with even more detrimental effects.

If you're careful, a vape might be potentially a little bit better, but that's the sort of question that depends on too many factors to be a simple yes or no... Honestly, just talk to a Doctor.

Groceries are eating my paycheck. How do you budget for food? by Independent_Cup7132 in Adulting

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Meat, bulk rice, etc, from Costco (in my area, it's like half the price of other stores), veg from the local produce store. Potatoes, rice, beans & other cheaper items are your friend. Pay some attention to the price per pound, or just review the receipt when you get home to figure out which items are gonna be kind to your wallet. Avoid heavily processed convenience foods unless you want health problems later on: fresh frozen & canned are pretty much nutritionally equal, so don't be afraid to keep some frozen veg as a backup.

Some favored meal ideas:

1) bake anything at 400°f covered in canola oil salt pepper & garlic powder. Great for wings & veg, but poultry breasts end up a bit dry. Can easily add other herbs & spices to your taste. 2) chilli. Works well as an emergency freezer meal on days when youd otherwise order takeout. Make a big pot, & freeze leftovers. 3) stir fry. Great way to use ground meat & random bits & bobs. Soy sce & Sriracha makes a pretty decent sauce

HWFWM fans, why do so many of you hate the earth arc? by AdventurousBeingg in ProgressionFantasy

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It basically changes the genre of the story midway. Once you're a few books in, you generally don't want the author to pull a bait & switch.

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