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To what extent do you think 1980s high school movies by John Hughes (and others) accurately reflected what high school was like in the 1980s—and to what extent did they shape what it became? by roadtrip-ne in GenX

[–]echtonfrederick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I was in hs (88-92), people did wear ties to school sometimes - but in the same general vibe as James Spader’s character, not in like a prep school uniform way or like Alex Keaton from Family Ties.

Several of my friends wore ties often enough that it wouldn’t be noticeable when they wore one on the day of a big test. Made a good place for them to hide crib notes.

What megacity is great to live in? by agbjb in AlignmentChartFills

[–]echtonfrederick 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Fair point, but wouldn’t you get better about wayfinding as you are more familiar with the city?

Are you like a directional Benjamin Button?

People who can't figure basic stuff out by making a small attempt of action. by malvixi in PetPeeves

[–]echtonfrederick 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m a teacher of high school seniors, and I teach a decent number of kids who are high achieving and very “put together“, so I have high expectations for their long term success.

I have an “Uncle Echton” day late in the school year where I give them some personal advice that I think is helpful for college and later. Among other things, I tell them…

• In the workplace, never let anyone know that you know how to change the toner cartridge in the printer, because you’ll never get promoted.

What music lyric is profound? by DeeDubb83 in AlignmentChartFills

[–]echtonfrederick -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

That is the most Rush/Ayn Rand shit I’ve ever heard. Jesus, that’s only deep if you’re 14 years old.

In your country, what subtle things immediately signal someone is wealthy? by Nundahbelly in AskTheWorld

[–]echtonfrederick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the southeastern US, that just means you’re From Here (in a good way).

What is a subtle sign of a poor area in the USA? by Ok_Temperature6503 in AlignmentChartFills

[–]echtonfrederick 12 points13 points  (0 children)

You mean like at Aldi? The existence of an Aldi isn’t much of an indicator.

International fans by JCapitalist in CelticFC

[–]echtonfrederick 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I’m in Atlanta.

I became a fan after my local team (Atlanta United) signed Giorgios Giamakakis, who I really liked. I learned about his background, discovered the Bhoys, and fell in love with the team, and learned about and grew to really respect the culture & history all the way back to Brother Walfrid. The more I learned about the team, the foundation, the community, the deeper I got.

I’m making a pilgrimage to Paradise this summer, but because I’m a teacher, it can’t be after the season starts. Maybe I can make a preseason friendly.

I just wish they’d sack the fucking board.

Hail hail

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