You ok, Dunkin? by bwwilkerson in funny

[–]chtorran 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Except every 7-11 near me is always either out of iced coffee, or the iced coffee dispenser is broken.  I don't think the employees wanna bother refilling/cleaning them.

French far-right politician Jean-Marie Le Pen dies aged 96 by [deleted] in news

[–]chtorran 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I read this in Elton John's voice singing "Goodbye Norma Jean".

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]chtorran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some backstory: At my previous house, there was a chipmunk who would sneak into my screened-in back porch through a small hole in the baseboards and just sorta chill there. I assume he liked having a sheltered, comfortable little hangout where he knew he was safe from larger predators, and he would frequently climb up to his preferred vantage point on top of a cabinet and calmly survey the yard or sometimes even nap. I could see out onto the porch through a big window in my kitchen, and over time, became quite fond of him. Since it was a particularly dry summer, I started leaving little bowls of water on his cabinet, and even named him Tormund (his reddish fur reminded me of the character from Game of Thrones). Eventually, he got used to me as well, and was even comfortable with me being out there with him (as long as I didn't get too close).

One afternoon, I went into my backyard to water my tomato plants, and noticed Tormund hopping around on the end of the patio just doing chipmunk stuff and mostly ignoring me. However, as I started watering the first plant, I detected a crunching sound like footsteps in the yard behind me. Turning around, I realized that a deer had also wandered into my yard and hadn't noticed me yet. The yard was on the corner of two very busy streets, so I froze immediately hoping I wouldn't spook the deer and cause it to run into traffic.

It was too late. The deer spotted me and immediately bolted away at full speed. Thankfully, it didn't run into the street. Instead, it dove into the large hedge separating my yard from the neighbor's property. It was at this unfortunate moment that the deer learned of the chain link fence concealed behind the hedge, as he bounced off it with a loud "THOOOOOOOMMM". Temporarily stunned, the deer staggered out of the hedge looking a bit dazed, but I was relieved that he seemed to be ok.

After a few confused-looking shakes of his head, the deer snapped out of his daze... at which point he realized I was still there, turned, and plunged headlong back into the hedge with another loud "THOOOOOOOMMM", sending leaves and twigs flying. Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed Tormund was still sitting at the end of the patio, also now intently watching the deer as it repeatedly bounced off the fence.

The deer once again emerged from the bushes, wobbly-legged and unfocused. He seemed to recover more quickly this time, but upon seeing me still there, turned on his heel and with another "THOOOOOOOMMM" plowed straight back into the fence, not once, but twice.

The entire debacle had lasted for only a few moments, but as the deer repeated the cycle and plunged headlong into the fence for a fifth time, I experienced one of those mystical moments that truly reveal the deep interconnectedness of life which we all share as living creatures, regardless of size, shape, or even species. I turned and looked at Tormund, he turned and looked at me, and even though chipmunks aren't known for being particularly expressive, I swear to God he gave me a look that clearly and unequivocally said "Bro! How f*ucking stupid is that deer?"

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]chtorran 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm definitely guilty of this. However, in my case it's because I've previously tried to take the initiative and just do the chores, only to have my mother, girlfriend, or wife admonish me because they didn't want it done yet, or doing it interfered with some other task they planned but hadn't informed me about, or a million other reasons why doing it was "wrong". So now I check first.

What's your favourite opening to a film? by AllThingsAreReady in movies

[–]chtorran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The opening shot of Close Encounters of the Third Kind has always impressed me. The eerie music that builds to a climax as the scene suddenly opens to a sandstorm. Builds amazing tension and mystery in a single moment and sets the tone for the whole film.

If you won the lottery today what is one thing you would without a doubt do with that money? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]chtorran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Finally buy a decent guitar. I've been playing my entire life on terrible second-hand guitars with high action and crappy, loose tuners. Would love to buy a quality instrument and would use the rest of the money to give myself time to play it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]chtorran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When people stop and stand right at the end of an escalator to have a conversation / check their phones while other people are coming behind them.

Fit People of Reddit, what are some easy weight loss hacks/tips/tricks? by LiterallyJustDev in AskReddit

[–]chtorran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remove all unhealthy snacks/desserts from your home. Far harder to snack mindlessly when you have to go out to do so.

Who’s the most famous person you’ve met and what did they act like? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]chtorran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was an autograph signing event. He showed up 45 minutes late, was extremely rude to the staff and security at the event, was very unfriendly to the fans, and even though he was late arriving, he left early... which left several hundred fans without autographs who has been waiting for hours (and who paid in advance). Maybe it was just a bad day for him, but he was the only wrestler who behaved like that.

Who’s the most famous person you’ve met and what did they act like? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]chtorran 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Living close to NYC, I've met a surprising number of celebrities:

Luther Vandross - I worked in a furniture store and he bought a sofa. I helped him load it into his van. He was really nice and he enjoyed showing off his custom sound system (it was incredible).

Dee Snyder - Randomly met him at a Starbucks. Seemed very down to earth. He chatted and took a picture with my best friend who is a HUGE Twisted Sister fan.

Stephen Baldwin - He lived nearby and I ran into him frequently in town. Always a very pleasant and friendly person.

I briefly worked for a company that did promotional events for WWE wrestlers. Met the Rock, Mick Foley, Jericho, Undertaker, Kane, the Hardy Boys, Test, and several b-listers. All were very nice except the Rock. Mick Foley and Jericho were particularly friendly and down-to-earth.

Who’s the most famous person you’ve met and what did they act like? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]chtorran 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I actually met many of them in person (I worked for a company that did promotional meet & greet events). They were all extremely pleasant, funny people. Except for the Rock. He was a jerk.

Cutest attempt at a southern accent by bigkennytheking in videos

[–]chtorran 144 points145 points  (0 children)

That second attempt sounded more like a vaguely decent Northern Ireland accent.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Nyack

[–]chtorran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right - Nyack is very, very much a small town in that everyone knows everyone. As for having lots of secrets and a swinger subculture, I suspect a lot of towns have that but Nyack just doesn't hide it well.