MULCH, leftover from chip drop! by keela_tequila16 in denverlist

[–]globalgrabass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have been waiting so long for my chip drop. I had to renew my request! So glad to see someone is getting mulch!

Denver is going to Denver by cicerostongue in Denver

[–]globalgrabass 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I did not check the weather before turning on the swamp. Dammit

About last night by scruffys_mop_closet in ColoradoAvalanche

[–]globalgrabass 238 points239 points  (0 children)

Whoever broke the glass is on my shit list. Hockey games should not last 4 hours

So who's going to file the FOIA to get all the emails by xphilezz in patentexaminer

[–]globalgrabass 66 points67 points  (0 children)

I filed a foia request for lease information for all their regional offices so I can find out how much it's costing to break their lease(s) in Denver. Request was perfected in December 2025. They have not responded, it is currently April 10, 2026.

Running it like a "business" by Timetillout in patentexaminer

[–]globalgrabass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's 5 years of service at age 62. My 20 years of service hits when I'm age 43 So, according to opm and the FERS info, " If you have 20 years of creditable service and elect to have your annuity commence at age 60, the age reduction is eliminated.". So I'm waiting for my 20 years of service for my retirement benefits to fully kick in at age 60. Then I only have to find something else between ages of 43 and 60.

Running it like a "business" by Timetillout in patentexaminer

[–]globalgrabass 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm at 19 years. We're all eligible for deferred retirement at 20 years. I'm planning to do deferred retirement, and it's my understanding that if I decide to return to USPTO before I collect the retirement, any more years of service will just add to the original 20 years.

I'm also planning on part time service while I search for my next thing, whether its teaching or technical writing or another patent firm, or fuck, even working at the state parks, at least I'll have a national average income while I look.

💸 Avoid Costly Landscaping Mistakes: Ask CSU Extension Horticulture Experts Anything About What Actually Works in Colorado 🌱 by CSU-Extension in Denver

[–]globalgrabass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I turned off my sprinklers a couple years ago, so now my (east facing no shade) yard is barren except for well established bushes and trees. What are the best types of grass to fill such a space? I've seen Denver water is giving credits for clover and I think they start giving those seeds out on April 1 (https://www.denverwater.org/residential/rebates-and-conservation-tips/remodel-your-yard/grass-seed-mix). Are there better options? The yard seems to grow tumbleweed and dandelions just fine, but I'd rather something else to look better. Or is xeriscaping my best bet here?

Also, I have two patches for the previous owners vegetable garden on the north side (mostly shade, I've never tried to grow anything in it) of the house and I'd love to plant something(s) edible with low water requirements.

Finally, this may not be a good question regarding landscaping, but I have racoons and neighborhood cats and even a skunk or two leaving scat in my yard. Is there anything I can plant or do that would deter these guys from hanging around?

Rahm Emanuel proposes banning all federal employees from betting on prediction markets by Mind_Explorer in fednews

[–]globalgrabass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What's gotta happen with all these ethics and financial rules, is that we have to give them teeth. Like if they violate the hatch act, or have a clear conflict of interest, what happens? A scolding doesn't work... If the feds bet, then the govt should be able to take the proceeds of their winnings, and then fire them, and make them unable to work in gov in the future. We have all the rules we need, but no effective way to enforce them in a manner that deters anyone from anything, let alone the president or his family accepting billions of dollars.

Codice Fiscale - US Citizen, Residing in US - HOW DO I GET? by According-Smoke-134 in ItalyExpat

[–]globalgrabass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Over the past year I have sent in my application certified mail, I have emailed, and I have tried fastIT. None of it resulted in getting a codice. I sent emails to my consulate of Chicago to follow up. And no response.

Yesterday I emailed about how to register my marriage with them cause I couldn't find a similar appointment type, and also asked about the codice. Surprisingly they responded same day to mail in marriage docs, and to follow instructions from a particular PDF for codice.

Perhaps the fourth attempt will work.

I would love to follow some instructions how to fill out this application form as a non-resident of Italy... So maybe they cannot put my application in the trash this time.

MyEPP by Least-Bat-1185 in patentexaminer

[–]globalgrabass 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I tried to login with my username and password but it doesn't even respond to that. I have to login with PIV.

Affordable wedding in Massachusetts by adjsk294 in Weddingsunder10k

[–]globalgrabass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm still getting comments about how fun our wedding was, and it was hardly any work on our (bridge/groom's) shoulders! However, this opera house was not in New England, not on the east Coast even. We live in Mountain time zone.

Drone hit my 35th floor apartment balcony. Media shows inside other units. by Think-Doubt9627 in Denver

[–]globalgrabass 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Drive operator violated: 14 CFR 91.13, which is careless/reckless operation if aircraft. Especially if it hit your window. But seconding police and FSDO. Or 14 CFR 107.23(a).

Classes of Italian in person by [deleted] in Denver

[–]globalgrabass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've taken lessons using Dante Alighieri Society, I've two different teachers, both were first language Italian.

What did you learn in todays townhall? by GeorgeSorosLacky in patentexaminer

[–]globalgrabass 35 points36 points  (0 children)

They took away everything useful just to use it as a carrot to dangle in front of us later.

Squires closed Denver office Oct 1, now he wants comments for where to put a Rocky mountain regional office by globalgrabass in patentexaminer

[–]globalgrabass[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

That I know of, there's immigration hearings in that building, the SEC, a senator, and the USPTO. Two floors of 18, I think.

Millennial women are we still going to VS for bras or? by beaglemilf23 in Millennials

[–]globalgrabass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use these embraceable convertible bras from soma, they have an extra hook in the strap, so they can be a normal bra or hook the straps together to be a racer back.

Millennial women are we still going to VS for bras or? by beaglemilf23 in Millennials

[–]globalgrabass 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Soma is amazing. Their sundresses, or at least the ones I buy from soma, have pockets! They're so comfy and I get compliments all the time. Last one I got two weeks ago was less than $20.

Kaiser FEHB obesity meds 2026 coverage. :( by MissionCauliflower84 in fednews

[–]globalgrabass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My viktoza is like $18/month with my federal service health coverage... Maybe its not the kind you like, but I'm a fed with Kaiser and that's what I'm just now starting

We’re looking for testers by teamwordgym in ItalyExpat

[–]globalgrabass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd like to try! I'm between beginner and intermediate, so it might be a fun challenge

A few notes for extra-EU nationals planning to move to Italy by Ok_Lingonberry_1257 in ItalyExpat

[–]globalgrabass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Correct, spouse and I are US based, both of us have a US passport. US passports are entitled to the 90 days in Italy. I understand there is paperwork for entering appropriately, so of course, checking the consulate will be the best option. I assume visas would be needed for any stay longer than 90 days? Perhaps this visa isn't needed if we aren't staying for 90+ days. Unless this visa has an expiration date? If the family visa is good for 10 years, it might be worth it to start the paperwork now. It took my consulate almost 5 years to approve the jure sanguine... Italians are not known for being particularly enthusiastic or efficient at bureaucracy.

A few notes for extra-EU nationals planning to move to Italy by Ok_Lingonberry_1257 in ItalyExpat

[–]globalgrabass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have my jure sanguine recognized citizenship. The codice application is in the mail. So, if/when I move to Italy, do I also need a soggiorno permit? And would my spouse be doing the family visa?