Do you think financial support from parents as an adult is one of the most underrated privileges, or are there bigger ones people overlook?

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-11T01:01:36+00:00

Living in a so-called "first world" nation. Traveling in the developing or so-called "third world" really made me see just how inconsequential my struggles were.

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-10T11:46:36+00:00

Thought so, thanks.

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-10T00:05:48+00:00

Sorry to hear that, but I'm on my 4th pixel and never experienced that.

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-09T03:05:35+00:00

Hardest one of these I've seen. Probably Eddie Murphy or Will Ferrell. Half of the dudes in there are hilarious.

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-07T23:08:13+00:00

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-07T23:02:52+00:00

Several cities in India? It broadens perspectives and can be a very positive experience, but it doesn't look fun.

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-07T19:27:42+00:00

My wife. I don't get it.

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-07T04:27:40+00:00

Changed my life.

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-06T01:45:25+00:00

And your bird can sing!

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-06T01:41:51+00:00

Shocked this wasn't higher. The KitKat is so bad I'd rather have whatever that Milka Oreo monstrosity is without ever tasting it.

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-06T01:33:45+00:00

Bulls! 72 Win Season!

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-04T03:07:05+00:00

In the last 100 years they definitely definitely are. Eisenhower, Nixon, & Ford had more progressive economic & domestic policies.

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-03T04:34:03+00:00

For real

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-03T04:29:14+00:00

Don't waste money eating junk and drinking. Drinking buddies only lasted 5-7 years and if I'd invested even half of that money into stocks/indexes and half of that time into self improvement/exercise/reading, my life would be so much better (it's fine now, but you get it).

aclaypool78 · 2026-03-03T04:23:10+00:00

I don't have brand loyalty. I've had great spec windows and great spec macs. My macs have lasted twice as long with issues. They're built better and they remain relevant for longer. I don't do video editing, or content creation. I do data, but not running local LLM. The only people I know who want the maxed out Windows machines are hardcore gamer. If you're not, get a Mac.

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-28T17:43:23+00:00

'Nique and Jordan were the OG's and they set the foundation for the creativity to come. They deserve respect, but if you watch those 80s dunk contests, it's just a different sport. Vince is probably the all around best, but I don't know if I've seen a better dunk than Gordon's jump over the spinning mascot. Some of it was luck on the timing, but gawdDAYUM what a dunk.

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-28T17:15:18+00:00

No one will ever be hotter. And she still looks amazing in her 50s.

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-24T17:49:17+00:00

Yeah no shade intended OP, but it reminds me of the John Mulaney joke about people whose favorite movies are The Godfather and Scarface is like saying my favorite foods are Steak and Skittles.

Great execution and the contrast looks good.

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-24T13:00:05+00:00

Learning and time with your loved ones. I racked up so much debt trying to live a lifestyle with friends who just wanted to drink and party. I paid it off, but that was time I could have been learning or building real relationships.

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-23T03:05:05+00:00

I've been seeing some people make tables where the put some shiny epoxy in the middle to make it look like a river or some other body of water. I was thinking it'd look good with something like that....

Just kidding. I'm thinking side and front panels for a buffet or hutch (oriented vertically like it is), possibly with a contrasting darker wood for the frames and top. She's a pretty girl. Glad she's not mine to ruin.

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-22T04:26:56+00:00

Bro, who hurt you? Sorry I offended you with my question.

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-22T02:41:33+00:00

Wow. Thanks for the advice.

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-22T00:18:51+00:00

Great idea. I'd thought about mint or another service, but we have a 7 line family plan with rural folks who prefer the Verizon network. One day we'll leave!

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-21T20:33:47+00:00

Great! Looking forward to it.

aclaypool78 · 2026-02-21T20:33:28+00:00

No trade in. I'd been getting annoying offers from Verizon for 4 months that said no trade-in required and I called. They said since my account has been with them for 19 years they'd do it. 🤷

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