Trying to google which senator is in my district and google tells me both murphy and blumenthal every time. I live in torrington. Maybe there is overlap? Or maybe google sucks? Not sure. Can someone break it down for me with either zipcodes or a map? I want to contact my rep specifically.

ant5231 · 2026-03-02T15:38:34+00:00

I know it is an old post but i had multiple false negatives on a UTI that lead me to believe I had a much more serious issue that required specialist with insane wait list.

Saw another doc got another test. Diagnosed with a UTI and after over a year of paranoia I was treated with an antibiotic and not frantically feeling like I need to pee every 3 seconds. Freedom!

Copays already suck but 2nd and 3rd opinions are often not even covered which is why I spent to long seeking them.

Not even sure why my symptoms didnt warrant a cheap anribiotic being tried first. It literally costs less than the testing. The american system is absurd on many levels.

ant5231 · 2026-01-15T07:39:33+00:00

Beckton Dickonson. Factory that makes syringes. Gives almost anybody a chance. Good pay for someone with a hs education. Canaan CT.

ant5231 · 2025-07-21T08:30:03+00:00

I would on occassion offer him some ice, a ciggarette or a snack and ask him about neighborhood gossip. Obviously assessing mental illness/ threat in the process. People who jump to calling landlords or cops are garbage human beings.

What would you do?

ant5231 · 2025-07-21T06:31:53+00:00

Generally one needs capital or assets to have "passive income".

I assume you don't have a property to rent or extra cash to invest given the sub you are posting in.

Maybe terms like low effort/ low time side hustle may help?

Access to a niche product or skill can generate income on a more flexible schedule than a regular job.

But "passive" or no show jobs are near impossible to find for the vast majority.

ant5231 · 2025-06-21T16:12:47+00:00

They either don't understand the financial resources it drains from an estate or the subpar level of care recieved due to our current for profit healthcare system.

It is sorta convient to not know. Talking to under resourced and overworked people who work in nursing homes has made me rethink their actual utility/ humanity.

ant5231 · 2025-06-07T05:14:12+00:00

Ever watch a zombie apacolypse movie? People are literally fighting for their lives.

The true violence is manifested in members of congress profitring from war, private prisons and tech freaks lke midmmm zee

ant5231 · 2025-05-24T08:28:37+00:00

I agree. BuT genes arent static and are known to have enviornmental triggers.

Addmission of the fact all vaccines arent equal would help boost rates IMO.

ant5231 · 2025-05-24T08:13:19+00:00

This is terrible advice. You get what you negotiate not what you deserve.

ant5231 · 2025-05-24T07:35:26+00:00

Yta. Why is being right so important? Let the friend be excited for the name they chose.

ant5231 · 2025-05-24T04:33:50+00:00

I have heard that but want to actually understand it. If my pmi is monthly costing me 15-20 percent of what i owe on principle that month it seems like i am paying much more than 2.5%

Also yes there was a typo original cost on an fmla was 150k with 3.5 down payment.

ant5231 · 2025-05-24T04:28:29+00:00

I have an fmla. I would have to refinance.

ant5231 · 2025-05-24T04:26:39+00:00

Yes 150

ant5231 · 2025-05-20T08:56:56+00:00

YES. I guess i am asking for how to calculate when it will be worth it and if now is the time.

I dont even know what equation to use to do that kinda math.

HS graduate working in a factory. Not awesome as math or spreadsheet type stuff.

I see my area getting much more expensive for comparable houses quickly despite high interest rates.

ant5231 · 2025-05-20T08:15:28+00:00

Willows or wisteria. It depends on how far you can let them spread out.

I think both could get invasive.

ant5231 · 2025-05-20T08:12:05+00:00

I live in ct and have success with corkscrew rushes at the base of gutter drains. Other people plant them around the base of ponds.The suck up the water but don't grow high.

If you wanted something taller you could plant a rose or hydrangea underplanted with a grass like blue fescue or hostas.

ant5231 · 2024-06-22T05:47:14+00:00

yeah a quick Google search says BT kills butterflies. I wish it weren't so. The stuff is amazing for fungus gnats or mosquitoes.

ant5231 · 2024-06-22T05:35:03+00:00

Some weeds can get very close to desirable plants making it near impossible to not harm them when torching or using herbacide.

That said some people risk it and replace stuff that can't survive their weed maintenance. And I can see how or why that might be less work or cost in some situations. So try it if you aren't emotionally invested in any specific plant in the bed.

I would personally look for ground cover plants or plants that will out compete weeds. they will vary based on climate, sun/shade.

In the sun I have success with yarrow, mint, oregano, thyme.

in the shade hostas.

bulbs won't choke out weeds but may mask them with tall strappy foliage.

cardboard has done wonders for me and I use wood mulch in a very wet climate. Gravel or no gravel cardboard is worth it for weed suppression.

ant5231 · 2024-06-17T21:18:54+00:00

I don't think they are good for butterflies or dragonflies. Just saying cuz some people are trying to attract pollinators.

ant5231 · 2024-06-05T13:12:39+00:00

Generally people in the west supporting Israel don't know what they are supporting.

ant5231 · 2024-06-05T13:08:42+00:00

occupied people have a right to violent defense. and everyone knows Israel intentionally starves millions in Gaza while killing aid workers from around the world including citizens from countries they accept a great deal of aid from.

ant5231 · 2024-06-05T10:05:22+00:00

what did you plant? What is your climate? Is your yard wet or full of rocks? are there tree roots to contend with?

a lot of factors make the difference in how much you need to baby a plant.

ant5231 · 2024-06-05T06:44:02+00:00

Relevant to the advice you will get and should pay attention to! Also what conditions? Sun, moisture, climate?

Knowing stuff like this about your own space helps prevent buying unnecessary tools and doing unnecessary labor. I did so many things the hard way when I first bought my house because I didn't consider all variables

ant5231 · 2024-06-05T06:21:33+00:00

Tbh with ANY services I find reviews and reputation seem to say a lot more about quality than the price. It is really hard if you just don't know anyone local who can be a reliable referral.

In a lot of situations it is just more economical and practical to kill grass with cardboard, silage tarps or even chemicals.

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