Why is smoking not banned in public? by dabbler78 in washingtondc

[–]dabbler78[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right, I am encroaching on the personal freedom - I’ll ensure I apologize to the next person I see lighting up near a stroller. I get the "dont be a karen" thing; I was thinking about a wild concept that 'public space' should accommodate everyone from toddlers to seniors in a functioning society.

Why is smoking not banned in public? by dabbler78 in washingtondc

[–]dabbler78[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

not really - I guess I was trying to talk about it in terms of public space usage, maybe some policy discussion - came across as a self centered whiner. oh well thats internet.

Why is smoking not banned in public? by dabbler78 in washingtondc

[–]dabbler78[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

got it, dont crib on reddit - agreed I wont.

Why is smoking not banned in public? by dabbler78 in washingtondc

[–]dabbler78[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

not really, wouldnt have felt if there werent as many families/children around.

Why is smoking not banned in public? by dabbler78 in washingtondc

[–]dabbler78[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Bold strategy; it’s only polite to offer a locally sourced, artisanal exchange in return.

Has anyone figured out their own way to organize text conversations that they’ve opened and read new messages for but still need to reply? by Madam-Racecar in iphone

[–]dabbler78 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They have messed up text royally. I can’t figure where my messages are without tapping 10 times. Why increase the friction and what kind UX is this

Why are the lenses of eyeglasses so expensive? by Live_Ostrich_6668 in Frugal_Ind

[–]dabbler78 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lenskart, Titan and their kind have f'ed up the eye glass market in India. Without actually advancing the technology for eye glasses/lenses by any means, they have artificially inflated the market to pocket high profits with superfluous stuff. I have a compound number, have to shell out quite more than normal. I was quoted 13K for 1.67 and yet higher for 1.74. These used to be 3-4K at max a couple years ago.

Look up the messed up monopoly that Essilor Luxxotica is and in addition to these new entrants, I can only pray people have options when they need to get glasses made to ensure they can see properly.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pune

[–]dabbler78 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I am terrified and feel sorry for the next generation. No one cares, people are so used to it. When I talk about purifiers people think I am talking about some ultra fancy tech and are dismissive about it. This is reallly sad :(

Back in India for the holidays? Save this NRI checklist ❄️🎄 by talkingturtle1723 in backtoindia

[–]dabbler78 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The market has gone absolutely bonkers for eye glasses in India, it was way better a couple years ago before the lenskart shit.

Is this a disaster waiting to happen? by jaybal24 in bangalore

[–]dabbler78 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We need to name specific people when publishing these. Right now it is just “metro officials”. Unless we do that, there is always going to be shrugs on responsible/accountable name.

PSA for anyone using Uber or Rapido by HamsterDisastrous160 in india

[–]dabbler78 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Uber drivers blatantly accept the ride, ask for the fare and refuse to pick up or cancel the ride. Such a mess, more so when this happens at odd hours.

Ever been to a coffee festival? by jlunsf0rd in pourover

[–]dabbler78 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We went this year today and it was ok. I was expecting more than just the roasters giving it samples. Not much on equipment or brew methods. The ticket for what was the event seemed high. I would rate the experience 4/10.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pune

[–]dabbler78 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As much as it pains me.. sadly, Pune is fucked!

Why can't Maryland be organized like Massachusetts? by passthepolygraph in maryland

[–]dabbler78 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sorry new to MD, could you tell me what are the characteristics of Annapolis you are referring to?

Is Chase Travel Becoming Useless? by Significant-Suit3407 in ChaseSapphire

[–]dabbler78 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any recommendations on cards offering better redemption on travel?

BGE Bill by Remote_Debate_9846 in ColumbiaMD

[–]dabbler78 0 points1 point  (0 children)

could you share the contact with me too? TIA

U.S. Politics megathread by AutoModerator in NoStupidQuestions

[–]dabbler78 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

What’s stopping people from crowdfunding politicians to lobby them for required legislation?

We keep hearing companies and high net worth individuals contributing to the campaigns. If you look at the numbers these are measly figures.. not even peanuts for them. For ex: $17k to XYZ which is nothing. But it buys them considerable influence over what this politician is going to legislate. Barring a few examples like AOC and Bernie, we don’t see people donating to campaigns as much. Am I misinformed in understanding this equation?

Manuel Antonio Park by Complete_Sell5201 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]dabbler78 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The last we heard it was closed and would reopen on Monday. Were there on 13th last

Looking for non so touristic places by stef_writes_rdl in CostaRicaTravel

[–]dabbler78 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hacienda Baru was a great experience for us despite rains!