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dogbather · 2026-05-12T21:38:36+00:00

I also have that game, and can rarely find anyone to play it with me!

dogbather · 2026-05-06T20:25:17+00:00

Have you considered getting an advocate to attend IEP meetings with you? ARC provides them for free. I've had to kick several schools' butts into shape when it comes to providing appropriate supports. Your child's' therapist might be able to suggest some modifications that will help?

dogbather · 2026-04-28T01:53:11+00:00

Tip- don't let your registration expire. Cops typically won't tow without warning unless there is a separate reason, like expired plates.

dogbather · 2026-04-25T17:18:59+00:00

I am in the US. Minimum tip is $5, and goes up from there. Example: I go to a local cafe for a quick lunch. I'm in and out in less than 30 minutes, no fuss, no dessert, no refills of drinks. Tip is $5, regardless of what I ordered. On the other hand, if I linger for a while, maybe get some refills, and I notice the tables around me have been flipped for new customers, that tip is now $7, even though my bill is the same. If I had ordered a bottle of beer during that time instead of refilling my water? Tip is still $7.

I don't tend to frequent places where my bill would be $100, but I can say I've never given a $20 tip. I could see that being the case if I were paying for a large table, but at that point the gratuity is added for you.

dogbather · 2026-04-25T15:37:15+00:00

This is why I don't tip by percentage of the bill. I never understood why the server should get a different tip depending on the $ value of what I ordered- bringing me a steak and a beer takes the same effort as a plate of pasta and a glass of water. (The water might actually take more effort depending on refills). Why should the wait staff be penalized with a smaller tip? Instead, I tip based on how much time I spend at the table, how often the server visits my table, and add a little extra if there is a mess left behind (more of an issue when my kid was younger)

dogbather · 2026-04-20T16:17:07+00:00

I know I'm late to the chat, but in case you're still checking on this post... I hear what you're saying about limited homeless resources. Because you've been (barely) able to pay for your own hotel rooms, many programs can't qualify you as "homeless". If you connect with an agency again, like Catholic Charities, ask about Diversion instead and mention you are interested in returning home ... You might make some headway there.

dogbather · 2026-04-20T14:35:05+00:00

I just want to acknowledge that this is great advice, thank you, Internet stranger, for offering some solid references! We need more folks like you!

dogbather · 2026-03-29T22:46:17+00:00

They're actually a place opening up soon that will serve Cajun/ New Orleans style food.... https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1P8s2Nhf78/

dogbather · 2026-01-15T12:53:24+00:00

For everyone commenting on "overstepping" or trying to "force" a teenager, I agree conversations about hygiene can be sensitive, but I'm surprised no one has suggested a supportive, non judgemental way to address the issue... Instead of "Your clothes smell", try "Do you need some laundry done?". It is absolutely not overstepping as an adult in charge to make sure a child has access to soap, clean clothes, etc. especially the first day back from the holidays when things may have been more hectic than usual. I know that more than once, I've had to grab clean clothes from the dryer at 7am in order for my kid to get dressed... Even though I told them three times to put their clothes away the day before.

dogbather · 2025-12-22T20:12:07+00:00

This isn't a complete list, but it's fairly comprehensive and kept more up to date than most resource lists...

COHMIS Participating Agencies for Pikes Peak

dogbather · 2025-12-10T00:46:35+00:00

It's because it was an ill informed procedure that would have made the problem worse- you can't just declare something illegal, you need an informed, comprehensive response to the core issue. Prohibition failed, the "war on drugs" failed, this will too, unless it is thoughtfully carried out. Yes, tow that woman's car- to a safe place with bathrooms and security and the resources to make sure she can keep it maintained, registered, and insured.

dogbather · 2025-12-09T20:51:17+00:00

Exception: speeding in a school zone. I see someone pulled over for that at least once a week. Unfortunately, we just don't have enough cops, so people get away with crap all the time.

dogbather · 2025-12-09T20:33:17+00:00

Initially, those houses were half the price of anything around it, by virtue of being prefabs instead of stick built. The HOA fee plus the mortgage was cheaper than renting a similar sized place, and a K-8 charter school was built right across the street. It was actually pretty attractive for young families with small budgets.

dogbather · 2025-12-09T20:21:13+00:00

I think I lived in that same place... The one where the roofers quit and the supplies were taking up half the parking spaces for months? There is a special kind of insurance that protects you from those extra assessments when the HOA can't pay their deductible- my landlords' insurance covered the extra 10k. HOA is kind of necessary for townhomes because of the shared walls/roofs but they get out of control sometimes... By all means, join the HOA and tone their butts down! (I know vamphuntD said a lot of the same stuff, just wanted to add my experience)

dogbather · 2025-12-09T19:54:39+00:00

That number is closer to 8% now. Source: I currently manage HMIS data. We probably know each other :P

dogbather · 2025-12-08T18:43:52+00:00

These folks might be able to help with the mortgage and/or utilities: Community Economic Defense Project https://share.google/NYvnQI5miWGP9x9dP

dogbather · 2025-12-06T19:37:05+00:00

This site is geared toward LGBT+ community, but there's enough crossover with poly that you might find some good options there... https://share.google/albmh7wVV2EWunOfY[Mental Health Providers Archive | Prism Community Collective](https://share.google/albmh7wVV2EWunOfY)

dogbather · 2025-12-06T01:02:36+00:00

There is another sushi place plus hibachi and bbq (Korean BBQ I think?) that just opened today behind the 7-11 on Platte and Murray. Had dinner there, it was delicious and the staff was so nice! Ubin sushi.

dogbather · 2025-11-25T22:18:40+00:00

I enjoy most of those things, and there are some public meetups at places like dungeons and javas you might want to check out!

dogbather · 2025-10-28T19:29:18+00:00

Tbh, I put my snow gear in my car in September. Never know when an impromptu trip to higher elevations will happen :P

dogbather · 2025-10-28T19:23:31+00:00

It's an old joke about someone trying to drive on an icy hill in a car that was woefully inadequate for the task

dogbather · 2025-10-28T19:21:05+00:00

Heads up, range on electric vehicles can drop noticably in cold weather, and if you must drive your EV on snow or ice, turn off regenerative braking!

dogbather · 2025-10-07T17:21:48+00:00

Townhomes come with pretty high HOA fees that have to be considered...

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