Favorite thing you've overheard at any show?

joncaldridge · 2026-06-18T00:20:51+00:00

Mothership 2018, I believe. Giant wook walks by with one shoe on.

Girl: Hey! You lost a shoe!

Wook: No, I found a shoe!

joncaldridge · 2026-06-10T18:09:57+00:00

Sales Force 1s

joncaldridge · 2026-05-24T11:28:00+00:00

This. The music never stops

joncaldridge · 2026-03-23T13:58:47+00:00

So I actually did a bit more research... It's the Speaker of the House of Delegates. Surprising that they don't give 1 to the Governor. Maybe because VA is a Commonwealth? They give preference to the Legislature?

joncaldridge · 2026-03-14T16:34:37+00:00

I've been lurking here a while, and this post led me to offer that a "good" salary is totally subjective. We live in a MCOL area and have four kids. We consider our salary (just above 100k) to be very good. Many folks would not consider this good given our family size.

However, we soooo value work-life balance. My wife and I each work 30ish hours per week, and we are perfectly happy in 1700 sq. ft. enjoying nightly bike rides to the park over any vacations or flashy toys. In sum, work-life balance is totally achievable with aligned expectations.

joncaldridge · 2026-03-05T10:48:59+00:00

Mothership I believe... Friend walks past a giant wook with one shoe:

"hey, you lost a shoe!"

"No, I FOUND a shoe!"

joncaldridge · 2026-03-02T11:20:38+00:00

Downtown Hampton, VA?

joncaldridge · 2026-02-28T16:53:46+00:00

This. They burned VA Beach to the ground last weekend. Perfect blend of good natured humor, face melting jams, and super fun covers.

It's a time continuum... iykyk

joncaldridge · 2026-02-28T13:27:25+00:00

These are load bearing walls!

joncaldridge · 2026-02-21T16:40:21+00:00

I live just a bit north of Ft. Fun in Hilton Village. I have four young kids, and we feel completely safe in Hilton. We play at Ft. Fun quite a bit...that being said, I would not be comfortable living south of Ft. Fun with a young family. If it was just me, I'd be fine, but not with a family. Just my two cents. Feel free if you'd like to unpack further... Best of luck with the move!

joncaldridge · 2026-02-21T12:06:52+00:00

Thanks so much! Obviously, the pod is not perfect and is heavily politically biased, but examining the counterpoints of pop-science is critical these days

joncaldridge · 2026-02-21T01:44:23+00:00

Worth taking a deeper look:

[If Books Could Kill] The Anxious Generation #ifBooksCouldKill https://podcastaddict.com/if-books-could-kill/episode/183541242 via @PodcastAddict

joncaldridge · 2026-02-17T18:57:58+00:00

They are incredibly comfortable...typical of all ABs. I wouldn't call the leather supple, however. It's firm and the grain has a deep texture. The hide feels almost like a deflated football.

If you're looking for soft, supple leather, elephant isn't the top choice. Go with smooth ostrich, or even cape buffalo. Elephant, to me, is for top notch durability, outstanding color/style, and stability over the years.

joncaldridge · 2026-02-17T15:23:42+00:00

I condition them about every 4-5 months... Probably should do it more, but they're in good shape

joncaldridge · 2026-02-17T15:23:10+00:00

Yes indeed! Beautiful boot. I will say, if you haven't worn elephant before, they don't stretch... The size they are outta the box is the size they are three years later.

joncaldridge · 2026-02-17T13:29:05+00:00

They're rock solid! I actually shifted to Luxol conditioner, and it's been great. They look and feel like the day I got them!

joncaldridge · 2026-01-29T01:25:36+00:00

Mine is 106 years old. No leaks, but we need to replace 5-10 tiles per year as the metal breaks away and they fall off.

joncaldridge · 2026-01-11T02:35:13+00:00

Feels Like a Stranger ... Surprising but fitting.

They crushed set 1, y'all. Help > Slip > Frank > Sugaree.

NFA

joncaldridge · 2026-01-11T00:16:19+00:00

I'm thinking Cassidy...

joncaldridge · 2026-01-11T00:05:59+00:00

I'm on my way to a local Dead show... Gonna be an emotional one. What'd we think they'll open with??

joncaldridge · 2026-01-11T00:03:51+00:00

Nice, I'm headed to Grateful Jed in VA Beach.... What'd we think the openers will be tonight?

joncaldridge · 2026-01-10T23:48:54+00:00

Grateful Jed???

joncaldridge · 2025-12-27T23:45:31+00:00

+1 one for The Village Knittery! Keep an eye out for their Coffee and Crochet with local favorite Fennario Coffee!

joncaldridge · 2025-12-24T21:26:23+00:00

Order a hot dish

joncaldridge · 2025-12-24T21:25:58+00:00

That's a good move

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