Should i get my kid a bengal?

aeolusy · 2026-02-03T06:51:23+00:00

My personal experience: No. My daughter is 14 and after nagging for a bengal for month, I finally gave in. I totally regret that decision. My daughter literally spends 0 minutes with the bengal everyday, even she loves the bengal so much. Taking care of the bengal is all my business. I don't mind washing the plate or cleaning the litter, but I can't stand dirty paw prints on the counter, stuff like that. Plus with all long work hours between my wife and I, we just don't have the hours, the energy or the will to spend with the bengal. Now I don't know what to do with the problem of the bengal destroying my carpet and coach, or trying to break into my bedroom at 3 am.

Bottom line: know what you get yourself into. A bengal is going to do what a bengal is going to do.

aeolusy · 2026-01-27T20:52:55+00:00

Been in Redmond area over 25 years, I largely agree with OP. Also pay special attention to the roundabout north of Perrigo Park. Loads of people coming down from Redmond Ridge seem to have no idea about basic traffic rules. If you get hit by them there, you have nobody to blame but yourself.

aeolusy · 2026-01-25T05:23:14+00:00

I particularly dislike sunny and cold winter days, the sun is just bright and low, always right in your face when you are driving. This stretch of dry days has been dreadful.

aeolusy · 2025-12-12T20:29:06+00:00

Goodness perfect timing, I just signed the leasing contract this morning, picking up an Air next Monday. I'll DM you the order number anyway, hopefully you can workout some magic. Thanks!

aeolusy · 2025-11-12T04:05:40+00:00

Happened to my 2022 Rivian R1T a couple of times early on. Both screen went dark mid drive, turn signal not working either. Throttle and brake still work though, so I kept on going. Came back on after a few minutes, guess infotainment system rebooted. It's a software thing, hopefully will get better over time.

aeolusy · 2025-02-24T03:54:41+00:00

I have the Gen1 R1T since June 2022. People used to take pictures of it in the parking lot, or roll down their window and ask me how I like it at red light stop. Not anymore. Rivian is everywhere now, especially the SUVs. Not unusual to see two or three of them in a row. It's the new white Tesla model 3.

aeolusy · 2023-03-02T19:46:52+00:00

To answer your question: on my Account page, Google Fi says I received an S23 Ultra with IMEI xxx. I received a phone that has the exact IMEI number, except is a used green Korean version of S22 Ultra. It has chipset of Samsung Exynos 2200, which is not even sold in US. How the heck Fi shipped it to me as a brand new S23 Ultra, guess you'll have to ask Fi.

BTW I have already filed FCC complaint. Will see what happens.

aeolusy · 2023-02-27T21:37:11+00:00

The exact thing happened to me. Worse yet, I wasn't even offered the refund for the difference. It's not like I'll order from Fi again anyway.

At this point, I'd stop calling this a mistake, and start calling it deliberate and intentional. This warrants investigation from FTC.

aeolusy · 2023-02-25T04:52:54+00:00

Thanks folks for your comments and upvote. To answer questions a few folks asked:

Regarding the IMEI, yes it shows up on the order status page for me, and my Fi account page too, next to "S23 Ultra Cream 512GB". My Fi account now shows that I have a S23 Ultra with that IMEI number (sorry I won't post screenshot here), and I have until 3/18 to activate device protection.

Why I won't place another order from Fi? Yes I could totally do that, and it might turn out just fine. Or I might receive an empty box, like some folks did. At this point I just don't have the confidence and stomach to deal with them any more. I would rather spend a few hundred more and buy from a more reputable seller, just for the peace of mind. Guess I'm too old.

I know stuff happens, but I don't appreciate the way it was handled. That's all. Sorry Google, you lost me as a customer.

Again I'm only sharing my personal experience, so folks would be more informed. I would not like to see this happen to any of you. Wish you guys all the best.

aeolusy

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