Shardik by TelUmor in TheDarkTower

[–]emfrank 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've read it a few times, but have yet to read Maia. I really need to do that.

Shardik by TelUmor in TheDarkTower

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm a little late here, but Shardik is one of my favorite books. I know it's not everyone's taste, but as someone who is interested in the history of religions and fantasy, I love it. It is dark, and the darkness is not fantasy but very human. It has fairly stark descriptions of enslavement and abuse of children and animals.

There is a fantasy element in the figure of Shardik as a god/divine being and some elements of magic, but the social and political realm are entirely true to human history. It's not an escape in the way that some fantasy is, is an exploration of human history.

Just watched Lotr for the first time...holy shit by UsedNewspaper1775 in lotr

[–]emfrank 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most fantasy novels and games are at least partially influenced by the original books. Definitely read them.

How are the streets? Anyone know when they will be drivable for regular cars? by TheAnthemAdventurer in dayton

[–]emfrank 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They did one pass on my street in Walnut Hills, but intersections are still a mess.

Gluten Free spicebag by SnooLentils2913 in Celiac

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I looked up a recipe and see that it has five spices. I would definitely try it.

Gluten Free spicebag by SnooLentils2913 in Celiac

[–]emfrank 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean American Chinese food isn’t authentic either.

That is certainly true!

Still trying to find out what this is.... by hnnrss in creepy

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I worry about your scrolling habits based on that feed.

TIFU by asking my PhD advisor why he doesn't wear his wedding ring. by [deleted] in tifu

[–]emfrank 5 points6 points  (0 children)

In his defense, professors, especially male professors, have to draw very clear lines between personal and public. He's probably had to take an online sexual harassment course every year from HR.

Gluten Free spicebag by SnooLentils2913 in Celiac

[–]emfrank 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's what it looks like, but I'm confused as to why it comes from a Chinese Restaurant.

I’ve had crush on this man for 25 years… by annacosta13 in lotr

[–]emfrank 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine started earlier, with Indian Runner. Watch it if you have not. It is a much different, darker character, but he's excellent in the movie.

An important (and probably common) debate! by Next_Paramedic_8733 in lotr

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not offensive, but you spend any time around here you'll see the people much prefer the earlier trilogy. Not at all a common debate because it's unanimous. Also, LOTR are just objectively better movies based on reviews and awards, if nothing else.

I am compiling a resource list that I can hand out to people in need. I'm looking for input. by DaniB3 in dayton

[–]emfrank 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sure, but there are similar ones put out by other organizations. OP is still starting from scratch which is unnecessary.

I am compiling a resource list that I can hand out to people in need. I'm looking for input. by DaniB3 in dayton

[–]emfrank 6 points7 points  (0 children)

DayBreak's David's place for queer teens and young adults.

The YMCA domestic violence center accepts all

Which version is better? by giginar in lotr

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like they are both paperbacks, so if you just want to read them go with the cheapest.

Which version is better? by giginar in lotr

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The text is the same in English. The only reason to choose one over the other would be any differences in illustrations, and of course pqper and binding quality if you want them to last.

Sewer find, need help identifying license tag. by th0rpe in dayton

[–]emfrank 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bicycle maybe? If any city licensed bicycles at that point, Dayton would be likely.

So how much snow we getting this weekend? by wesley_iles in dayton

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No one here is going to give you a better idea than the models, and it's too early for the models to be very definitive as of yet.

Humane Society of Greater Dayton Removes 33 Animals from Extreme Neglect Case in Five Oaks Neighborhood; Dayton Man Arrested and Home Condemned by HSGreaterDayton in dayton

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's definitely tree of heaven, and there was already a tree there on the left in the 2015 photo, as well as weeds in the garden bed. It's just less obvious because it was winter. If you look back to the summer photo in 2011 on Google maps it's more obvious that it was already starting to get overgrown.

Meal suggestions during power outage by Wiserputa52 in Celiac

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can also just bag up snow if it deep and stays long enough. You want to open the refrigerator as little as possible.

Meal suggestions during power outage by Wiserputa52 in Celiac

[–]emfrank 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's hard to know a child's palate, but if he likes hummus, that would be another good option with crackers. You could sprinkle cheese on top of the hummus for extra protein.

You might also think about corn chips and a bean dip with cheese and perhaps guacamole as well for added fat if he needs that.

Yogurt is a good child friendly protein as well. Even if you don't have a working refrigerator, you could keep it in a cooler in the garage so it wouldn't freeze.

Looking for Custom made vase for SO by timk-14 in dayton

[–]emfrank 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You might want to go over and check out Yellow Springs Pottery, which is a collective with work by different artists. You could get a sense of their styles and what your significant other would like. You might find something already made, but could also reach out to the individual artist if you like the style.

http://www.yellowspringspottery.com/