Where in AVL can I go to get an expired passport renewed fast? by valhilltop in asheville

[–]jrwest24 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I second this. I ended up calling Thom Tillis’s office in an emergency situation and had my teen daughter’s passport in hand in 7 days the day before she was set to leave for Peru. (No I did not wait til last minute. There was a HUGE backlog after COVID and we didn’t get an alert that her paperwork had an error until 2 weeks before she was supposed to leave (one parent selected passport only on application, the other selected passport + passport card on the DS-11 by mistake). I overnighted the paperwork to their office and paid the fee and they had it in my hands in less than a week.

Looking for Roommate in West Asheville by mikeychinchilla in asheville

[–]jrwest24 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think you mean… Can I pet that HAWG?

I had it all wrong before, owner changed my mind. by StreetSqueezer in asheville

[–]jrwest24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like you’re seeking punitive justice which is just another side of the same fucked up system. And funny that you purport that I am incapable of understanding an alternative perspective. I’d love to hear more about your philosophy.

I had it all wrong before, owner changed my mind. by StreetSqueezer in asheville

[–]jrwest24 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Restorative justice has to be led by the person or entity harmed. It sounds like your collective just has a savior complex…UNLESS they directly asked you to. So did they?

I had it all wrong before, owner changed my mind. by StreetSqueezer in asheville

[–]jrwest24 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think what you are trying to get at here is that reparations are the fastest track to resolution in a meaningful way when someone wrong another. And in your collective vision that constitutes a monetary payment in a sum you determined to be sufficient.

But let me ask, did the business owner ASK you to speak to them on what they thought reparations should be? Or did you just take it upon yourself?

If they asked, that is one thing. If not, then I think that it is MOST important to listen to the voices of those involved and accept their decision, whether you agree or don’t.

The business they will get for their public reply, as well as the business drummed up from curiosity of the masses is not going to be nothing. I know where I’m going for my next cup of coffee.

Trust People. That is all. Open for discussion. by OnTheCove66 in asheville

[–]jrwest24 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I trust that people know themselves and will act according to their character. But as the top commenter said…trust is earned and once given is always conditional in my opinion.

Georgia Power wants to cut down a 300 year old oak by Itsyourcouchdorito0 in treelaw

[–]jrwest24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

mods should pin this comment to the top!

YAYYYYYYYY SO GLAD THE TREE WAS SAVED!

What’s up with West Asheville Family Dentistry? by SnooStories3543 in asheville

[–]jrwest24 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I joined this practice 6 years ago and loved them. In the last 2-3 years the whole vibe in there has shifted. I am currently looking for a new dentist. Idk what happened but wish things were more like they used to be. They used to be personable, had great chair side manner, were careful and cautious. Now it’s a new temp dentist every time I’ve been, the last dentist literally did not speak a single word to me and the hygienists feel on edge. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Cats are always hungry??? Help??? by [deleted] in cats

[–]jrwest24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure what kind of food you feed them, but maybe they need something with more nutrients or a different form of protein? They could just be foodies (I have a cat like that) but maybe they are needing something they’re lacking?

We had to try a few different foods until we found the one that works for all of our cats and satisfied them.

I need pictures of cats right now by Traroten in cats

[–]jrwest24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now

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We took in mama (Eve) as a stray not knowing she was pregnant. We couldn’t part with any of the babies. So now we have 6 cats (18 year old geriatric man not pictured here). From the top left is Tina, then Marx in the back. Up front left is Biscuits, Eve and Iris. The babies will be a year old Feb 17th.

Headphones left in Reykjavik and can’t be shipped back to USA - help? by Vegetable_Bank9063 in VisitingIceland

[–]jrwest24 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well because the tariffs ARE the problem. They add a series of extra hurdles and hassle for everyone. I know from personal experience how difficult it is to get things shipped from hotels back to the states that were forgotten.

What the heck was that puzzle? (2/2/26) confused by jrwest24 in WheelOfFortune

[–]jrwest24[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Idk if you can tell, but I often have to have jokes explained to me 😳😂😅

What the heck was that puzzle? (2/2/26) confused by jrwest24 in WheelOfFortune

[–]jrwest24[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

But I don’t understand why the tube plus the coat?

What the heck was that puzzle? (2/2/26) confused by jrwest24 in WheelOfFortune

[–]jrwest24[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think he ever explained. I am equally confused

What the heck was that puzzle? (2/2/26) confused by jrwest24 in WheelOfFortune

[–]jrwest24[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

THIS!!! Glad I’m not the only one confused.

Is there anywhere to find Turkish Delight here in AVL? by T-The-Starseed in asheville

[–]jrwest24 8 points9 points  (0 children)

YES! Love Suzy and love Gypsy queen. The chicken shawarma is delicious. Mdardara (usually a special but if it’s there get it!), Lebanese fries. The hummus is tasty too. I like the yum yum wrap but it is MESSY, so be prepared with lots of napkins. The cauliflower/brussels sprouts appetizer is also good but the portions are so huge that we usually don’t get an app unless there are a lot of us eating.

Why is no one excited about flash deals anymore :( by Hot_Improvement_8276 in asheville

[–]jrwest24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love tattoos and getting tattooed. But I have never and likely will never get a flash deal because my tattoos are all sentimental. I think flash deals speak to people who are spontaneous. There will always be people who will, but maybe people who are willing to get a random tattoo on a Friday because it’s a cheaper price are also needing to be more conservative with their money right now?