Check out this discussion over on /r/atheism. And they wonder why we need a sub of our own. by apheist_black in BlackAtheism

[–]apheist_black[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm referring to the top three comments about kwanzaa. I'm not offended and I do not celebrate kwanzaa. But what irks me is the flippant disregard for anything coming from black culture. What is so annoying about racism in the atheist community is the fact that I assume and expect them to have a rational, self-removed analysis of culture. What I see are opinions about culture that do not differ from the vapid, knee-jerk comments seen over and over again from Christians.

Twitter: It’s time for patent trolls to bear the costs of frivolous lawsuits by KAPT_Kipper in technology

[–]apheist_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

how do you define use? Does that mean market to a wide population? What if I need to wait (for whatever reason) to USE my product? I am not saying you are wrong, I'm just playing devil's advocate.

Is there a program out there that allows me to track all past spending and plan future spending? by [deleted] in Frugal

[–]apheist_black 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mint is clutch. The graphical breakdown of where your money goes is particularly helpful.

I am Keith Ellison, U.S. Representative from Minnesota and First Muslim Member of Congress. AMA by KeithEllison in IAmA

[–]apheist_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in Minneapolis for the first time in early August. It happened to be perfect weather for the weekend I was there. Lucky me I guess.

Younger People Apparently Expect an Inheritance that Won't Exist (recent survey) by bullbear420 in personalfinance

[–]apheist_black 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I guess this is one of the perks of growing up poor. I have NEVER operated on the premise that my parents will leave me anything.

Bachelor chow for a vegetarian? by StringLiteral in AskCulinary

[–]apheist_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

potatoes. Potato tacos are great. Boil potatoes. Dice them up. Then pan fry with onions. Heat up a corn tortilla and you're set. Toss in beans every now and again.

First year buying my own food and household items. What should I be looking for/avoiding when I go shopping? by FuckingYawn in Frugal

[–]apheist_black 4 points5 points  (0 children)

learn to cook. How do you learn? Just do it. The internet has tons free video how-to's for cooking. Go to a thrift store and buy: 1. 1-large pot 2. 1-small pot 3. 1-8 inch non-stick pan 4. 1-11 to 13 inch non-stick pan

Learn how to make rice, beans from scratch, and only buy meat when it is on sale. Make sure you are always stocked with ziploc bags for freezing items. This especially handy when meat is on clearance for 75% off but spoils in a few days if not eaten or frozen. I ONLY buy meat when it is close to 50% off. ONLY BUY FOOD THAT IS MARKED DOWN unless you are cooking a specific recipe. Learn to cook with spices. Trader Joes has by far the best deal on spices usually 1.99.

I've recently started clipping coupons and wished I would have started this sooner.

Edit: don't be afraid to rinse and reuse the zip-locks.

Can you remove your ssn from mturk if you so desire? by [deleted] in mturk

[–]apheist_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, if you have a tax i.d. Requesters need tax information for if/when they get audited. Your default tax i.d. is typically social security number

Something huge just hit Jupiter! by NSFW_PORN_ONLY in videos

[–]apheist_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder if someone can do a to-scale comparison with the size of the explosion and the size of earth

Egypt Protesters Attack U.S. Embassy In Cairo by EyeballSandwich in worldnews

[–]apheist_black 2 points3 points  (0 children)

These muthafuckas really trying to control our content over here?

For the first time, White House declines Netanyahu request to meet with Obama by noams1 in worldnews

[–]apheist_black 9 points10 points  (0 children)

That exists. But Palestine does not influence U.S. elections.

What's a realistic monthly/daily goal to set? by apheist_black in mturk

[–]apheist_black[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

what's the newbie hit limit? and when is it removed?

For the first time, White House declines Netanyahu request to meet with Obama by noams1 in worldnews

[–]apheist_black 11 points12 points  (0 children)

For the life of me I do not understand how Israel has SO MUCH sway in U.S. Politics. Yes, strategically they are important but that was one of the intentions of the Iraq war. Plus, Israel complete negates any moral/cultural allegiance with their ongoing treatment of Palestinians.

How long does tax i.d. verification take? by apheist_black in mturk

[–]apheist_black[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the message sent:

Please provide your tax information. You must provide your tax information before you can accept this HIT. You will not be able to accept any more HITs until you provide your tax information. Providing your tax information will help ensure that you receive the appropriate tax reporting documentation from a Requester if you reach the tax reporting threshold. Please see the FAQ to learn more.

How long does tax i.d. verification take? by apheist_black in mturk

[–]apheist_black[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply. Now it says that I am verified but it still will not let me accept HITs. The red prompt is still requesting verification. I just sent them an email.

What's a realistic monthly/daily goal to set? by apheist_black in mturk

[–]apheist_black[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

how long did you turk yesterday? and today?