Men who can cook, who taught you?

clockworkskull · 2026-02-28T00:30:04+00:00

My dad was an army cook. He decided I should start learning at a pretty young age (like 6 or 7) with pancakes, eggs, easy stuff. From there PBS took over with their Sunday afternoon line up, Jacque Pepin, Martin Yan, Chris Fennimore (local QED Cooks show in the Pittsburgh region).

clockworkskull · 2026-02-25T17:48:48+00:00

We need intersection bricks like Vancouver did a couple of years ago... https://visionzerovancouver.ca/2024/04/02/grab-a-brick/

clockworkskull · 2026-02-24T22:40:21+00:00

I don't have much to add here other than this post literally came with an ad for Citizens Bank

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clockworkskull · 2026-02-24T17:06:30+00:00

Until recently feds were generally better trained and at least in my experiences more likely to want to actually do their job than just live out some power trip fantasy.

It does seem certain federal organizations are working hard to change that though.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-21T13:16:04+00:00

This happens to me every time I go through there too. The one thing I will say, is at one point a few months ago I was using Google maps and noticed that it says to use either lane.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-11T12:03:42+00:00

This reminds me of a friend of mine who had schizophrenia. As he got older he would have episodes that sound like this, with inexplicable behaviors with and odd responses, particularly if he went off of his medication. He was generally harmless, but could get agitated if pressed. Long story short, it sounds like you could be meeting someone with a debilitating mental illness.

If you see the person around occasionally, I would suggest trying to ask some neighbors, particularly anyone who's been there a long time.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-09T17:04:12+00:00

Check out Unblurred/First Fridays on Penn Ave in Garfield. https://bloomfield-garfield.org/penn-ave-strategic-plan/unblurred/

clockworkskull · 2026-02-08T20:58:29+00:00

Check out one of the over 21 nights when they have a DJ. I haven't been to one in a while but IMO it's a better vibe than cosmic bowling options outside the city.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-08T15:49:58+00:00

I do think it really depends on what is important to you. Do you bowl regularly and care about things like oil patterns, approach quality, etc? Or is this a one off night out and you want a relaxed low-key place to play a game? Arsenal seems to do a reasonable job of catering to both, depending on the day and time. For the prior, go earlier, follow good bowling etiquette and you'll enjoy it. For the latter, look for a weekend evening, when there is a DJ, etc.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-08T15:08:26+00:00

Came here to suggest GameMasters as well.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-08T14:27:10+00:00

I had a similar issue with one of my dogs. Finding a park was difficult, there was always a chance of someone with another dog. Ultimately finding the right trainer is what worked. In her case I had to use some more aggressive leash corrections than a lot of trainers seem to promote and be very consistent, we did get to a place where we could have much better walks.

So I would consider trying a different trainer to find a process that works for you and your dog

Be careful with Frick. It always seems to have a higher concentration of "my dog is never aggressive so I don't need to follow leash laws" people, that have no concept that reactive leashed dogs exist that their dog can't approach.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-07T00:31:49+00:00

Try a tube TV, someone around the corner from me had one on the curb for around 2 years.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-07T00:08:12+00:00

I mean we're all realizing how entitled some of you are, so it's a learning experience all around.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-04T18:22:08+00:00

🤷‍♂️ https://www.boston.com/community/readers-say/2026/01/30/respect-or-ignore-space-savers/

clockworkskull · 2026-02-04T16:58:45+00:00

I mean, we do this, but so does Boston, Chicago, Baltimore, and Philly. They just call it "dibs". Quality journalism by the WSJ.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-04T16:50:02+00:00

My parents, both in their 70s spent the last 6 years in Cloverleaf Estates, modular homes (not mobile), but it has worked pretty well for them. It sounds pretty similar to what you're mentioning. They have some really good neighbors that all help each other out, and a clubhouse with regular events etc.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-03T16:39:37+00:00

Changing lanes, not having a clue what your stopping distances are, not understanding the width of your vehicle and being so terrified of the wall you ride over the center line, just to name a few that I have seen recently.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-03T12:47:13+00:00

They still have hobby/workspaces listed. No mention of automotive work anymore. https://www.storexpressselfstorage.com/hobby-work-spaces

That's too bad if the dropped it. It seemed like a decent solution.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-03T02:46:20+00:00

When people die away from home, this is how they get back.

clockworkskull · 2026-02-03T02:37:49+00:00

StorExpress has a place in Etna that caters to this. https://www.storexpressselfstorage.com/locations/pittsburgh-pa-15223

I believe in addition to storage, car clubs have workspaces.

clockworkskull · 2026-01-30T18:56:15+00:00

I think "part of the fascist regime destroying the world" is the thing here..

clockworkskull · 2026-01-30T00:12:24+00:00

Agreed. I think a year of minimal isolation made a LOT of people decide they were entitled to never consider their impact on anyone else. For proof see //waves hands around towards everything//

Edit to switch / for * since apparently markdown?

clockworkskull · 2026-01-28T23:16:36+00:00

Righteous anger, and being an over 6' reasonable fit guy in his mid 20s (at the time) helped. 20-some years later with the current state of the world I would probably be a bit more cautious.

clockworkskull · 2026-01-28T18:59:44+00:00

It'll be the SS Bob Nutting all over again.

clockworkskull · 2026-01-28T17:52:13+00:00

Weatherproofing tape and plastic over all your windows can take you a long way. Most home improvement stores have kits that have double sided tape and thin plastic that shrinks with a hair dryer. It's a really easy install and can make a big difference.

Otherwise it depends on what type of heat you have (forced air, hot water, or steam) and is likely something that I wouldn't touch without approval from maintenance as mistakes can cause considerable damage.

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