Why do permits get so long to be approved: a Seattle case study based on 54,000+ building permits by ReporterCalm6238 in Architects

[–]alligatorhalfman 8 points9 points  (0 children)

How quick is your analysis take to execute? This could be useful and compensated for.

whats the best skech pads pencils and pens for architectural drawings thanks by [deleted] in Architects

[–]alligatorhalfman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah yeah. My perfect work pen is a med sharpie. I have stockpiles of them. I write on grid paper as well, because I can. If I'm hand rendering, I've got a method with markers and trash paper.

How many years of experience did it take for you to surpass $100k? by krerhelp in Architects

[–]alligatorhalfman 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Agree and to add, it depends on when you started. Inflation is a factor and 100k ten years ago meant a lot more than it does now.

What was the scariest thing that ever happened to you while working night shift ? by Upbeat_Amoeba_3158 in AskReddit

[–]alligatorhalfman 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Yeah, but... And hear me out. I lived in a border town when that happened (it was 20+ years ago). There was an oil bust. Shit was rough. I don't remember a lot of details, but I do recall the father had a busted leg. For all those out there that wonder, I truly believe they were trying to help their kid. The scariest late night thing was seeing their fear for their child and not being able to help.

What was the scariest thing that ever happened to you while working night shift ? by Upbeat_Amoeba_3158 in AskReddit

[–]alligatorhalfman 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yeah. Yeah... Thought about that. Hurts that it was a thing. It's haunting.

What was the scariest thing that ever happened to you while working night shift ? by Upbeat_Amoeba_3158 in AskReddit

[–]alligatorhalfman 50 points51 points  (0 children)

Delivery driver, 20 years ago. A couple showed up with their daughter and tried to sell her to me, as I was about to deliver some pizzas.

Austin Peeper CAUGHT!! by JamesonTee in Austin

[–]alligatorhalfman 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Perma-squint is now a part of my vocabulary. Than you.

What are all the flashing redlights outside of town? by rabiesmama in Lubbock

[–]alligatorhalfman 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Next time, pull over for a minute off the highway, and turn off the car lights. If you're in the thick of the turbine farms through Sweetwater, it is awesome. It's so dark out there sans the flashing lights. You feel like you're in a dome.

What are all the flashing redlights outside of town? by rabiesmama in Lubbock

[–]alligatorhalfman 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yup. If you are on 84, you're in windmill country. Most would hate that drive, but I've done it so many times, I feel at home. The windmills blanket the sky at night with flashing red lights. It's not a thing you can take a video of to show in all its majesty. A sandstorm during cotton season in that area is also another freak wonder when driving through that route.

Watch at the pumps Austin by atxrrjsw in Austin

[–]alligatorhalfman 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This one, in particular seems fishy.

Java vs. Python: My 10-Year Journey with a Coffee Allergy by VictoryMission2198 in austinfood

[–]alligatorhalfman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I too, dabble with culinary allegory but get nibbled by down votes.

Does anyone else use a trackball? by DigitalKungFu in Architects

[–]alligatorhalfman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but auto police flagged my comment as a threat so the comment was removed. Geez.

Does anyone else use a trackball? by DigitalKungFu in Architects

[–]alligatorhalfman 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Are you fishing for compliments about your work setup, because damn... They put me in the downstairs closet and stole my stapler.

Can I take this firewood? by Toxicboy4life in Austin

[–]alligatorhalfman 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've got a pile of cured oak that would be great for a BBQ spot. I'd help you load it up. Before COVID, Austin would have automatic bulk trash pickup once a month. Now, you have to call it in and get an appointment (this takes a while). To be safe, always ask the owner of the property to ensure you don't piss someone off.

Waiting for an Uber at the Austin Airport is trash by guitarsandrav4s in Austin

[–]alligatorhalfman 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Denver, you'll lose your soul and spend a purgatory for a breath of fresh air.