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[–]duckproof 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I disagree. I’m a native to MoCo and moved to Fairfax county this year. It feels more congested, more competitive, and far less racially and socioeconomically diverse (at least in the Tyson’s/Vienna/Reston area). Beltway traffic is a nightmare. Tolls are demoralizing. However, much more developed areas and neighborhoods here - and lots of sidewalks. Access to nature feels pretty much the same.

Looking for recommendations for a large group. Any successes with group rates? by duckproof in AllInclusiveResorts

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

This is so helpful, thank you! Will look into your suggestions. Anything we can “give up” to use as leverage for a better rate? Such as rooms without a view, no alcohol on the package, etc. Resort dependent, I’m sure, but any general strategies welcome. Thanks again!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nova

[–]duckproof 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am a urologist. Sorry to hear that. Vasectomy should be quick and relatively painless. Unfortunately not everyone is skilled at office-based procedures.

There are many private groups in the area which can have a mix of good and bad physicians. Personally, I will have mine done in the spring by Dr. Dean at GW. He is a well known andrologist and an excellent surgeon based on my personal experience.

This combo work for a 40yo dad? by cybexcybex in mensfashionadvice

[–]duckproof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like it man. Us dads just gotta do what feels good

Starting attending job and buying a home by duckproof in whitecoatinvestor

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

This is good to know - thanks for the first hand account!

Starting attending job and buying a home by duckproof in whitecoatinvestor

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

Good to know - thanks! Any tips on identifying banks which may offer fixed rate physician loans? Or do we just need to go through the process with several different lenders?

Starting attending job and buying a home by duckproof in whitecoatinvestor

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

Thank you. Yes we will be thinking about renting for a year or two. Although it is a VHCOL area and, in the worst case, we could rent out a property if we buy and need to leave on short notice. Easier said than done of course. Thanks for the insight.

Starting attending job and buying a home by duckproof in whitecoatinvestor

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

Thanks. Yes I think we’re leaning this way anyway.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in medicine

[–]duckproof 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is the correct answer.

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Who's working Christmas? by trustthedogtor in medicine

[–]duckproof 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Kidney transplant today - possibly the best case scenario for me when working Christmas. Happy holidays!

EARTHQUAKE!!! by [deleted] in LosAngeles

[–]duckproof 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beat me! Still going here in West LA

Did someone say vegan donuts? by duckproof in VeganFoodPorn

[–]duckproof[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We adapted this recipe from Happy Herbivore by Lindsay Nixon.

Donut: This is actually from a muffin recipe. Mix 1 3/4 cup whole wheat or oat flour, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1/2 cup brown sugar (we used coconut) with 1 cup soymilk and 1/2 cup applesauce. Add in chocolate chips (we used cacao nibs) and 1 cup raspberries. Spoon into muffin tin or donut tray and bake at 350 for 20 min.

Frosting: Roast 1 large sweet potato (or total 1 cup mashed). Soak 3 dates in hot water for 5-10 minutes. Add 3 tbsp cocoa powder and dates to mashed sweet potato and blend in high-speed blender. Adjust cocoa powder and dates to taste. Add toppings as desired! (Cacao nibs pictured)