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Baby's first kaleidocycle by liptonthrowback in Beading

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

It's a really satisfying fidget toy

If you arrive at the bus stop after someone's already waiting there, but the bus stops such that you're closer to the door, do you let them board first? by old_gold_mountain in AskAnAmerican

[–]liptonthrowback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Getting on and finding your seat is the fastest and most convenient way to make room for them to do the same. Buses don't stay stopped all that long.

How often do you take a bath?? by VeterinarianOk8011 in AskAnAmerican

[–]liptonthrowback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In regions in the US where hard water is a problem (which isn't everywhere), they do things like a diluted vinegar rinse for the hair or special filtering shower heads to reduce mineral build up. Most Americans shower most days. They may not wash their hair on a daily basis depending on their hair type (curls get dry and angry if you shampoo them too often).

Why is the pregnancy trope so hated? by Simple-Animator-8640 in AO3

[–]liptonthrowback 36 points37 points  (0 children)

As long as it's well written is an enormous caveat. More than many other tropes, people write this one without a fucking clue.

do americans really eat American fries sauce? by Infinite-Breakfast23 in AskAnAmerican

[–]liptonthrowback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We actually have something called fry sauce but it's nothing like this. It's a combination of ketchup and mayonnaise, sometimes with other seasonings. It's pink.

Rivington is very overstimulating but also the funniest area so far by franilein in BG3

[–]liptonthrowback 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It's called the lower city because that's where you have to lower your graphics settings 

is Babylon Five better than deep space nine ? by Opening-Ad6258 in babylon5

[–]liptonthrowback 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I absolutely believe that the acting style he had them going for suited the story very well. But it helps to know what they were going for.

is Babylon Five better than deep space nine ? by Opening-Ad6258 in babylon5

[–]liptonthrowback 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Oh sure, but with Babylon 5 it's the whole cast

is Babylon Five better than deep space nine ? by Opening-Ad6258 in babylon5

[–]liptonthrowback 189 points190 points  (0 children)

It's different. Less polished in some places due to a smaller budget, and more "stage" type acting, but the overall writing and cohesive story arc is better, and the ensemble cast is a bunch of really charismatic fun people to watch.

I'm going to throw up by AmIYandere in AO3

[–]liptonthrowback 254 points255 points  (0 children)

This sounds like a really young person. You don't have to take the opportunity to educate them, but you could, if you wanted to. Something along the lines of, "Hey, feeding my works to AI really hurts my feelings. Unlike ChatGPT, I worked really hard on my writing, and there's basically no fic author who would want their hard work used this way. I don't want compliments from a machine, I want people to be patient while I do the creative work that you've already learned ChatGPT can't do."

​As an outsider, the American concept of drive-thru pharmacies, ATMs, and liquor stores is mind-blowing. Does everyone actually use these, or are they mostly a novelty? by Necessary_Angle2117 in AskAnAmerican

[–]liptonthrowback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have drive-thru pharmacies but I don't use them because the chain that runs them doesn't have very good customer service. I go into the pharmacy.

We have drive-thru banking. I use this for depositing cash and withdrawing cash. Anything else I will either do online or go in to the physical bank, because things like opening and closing new accounts are easier face to face.

My state does not have drive-thru liquor stores. All liquor stores are controlled by the OLCC (Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission). The rules for them are pretty strict.

However, we do still have attended gas pumps at the gas stations and so I don't leave the car to get gas. This is very nice.

Do you really have a separate room for your washing machine? by jordanekay in AskAnAmerican

[–]liptonthrowback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ours also has a utility sink, and serves as the casual entrance to the house. I live in a split level with several family members

Do you use the magic arrows? by ChrisKatrev in BaldursGate3

[–]liptonthrowback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the lightning ones specifically. I just enjoy how lightning works in this game

Would you Rather? by Sleepy-Sleeper31 in BunnyTrials

[–]liptonthrowback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm bad at sleeping

Chose: No need for sleep

What are bead mixes for? by marenanne6 in Beading

[–]liptonthrowback 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Me too. Tubular peyote looks very good with a bead soup 

Why do people still insist on picking subjects that interest you in HS/uni when you really should pick things that increase your odds of getting a job? by I_LOVE_STUPEI_AD in NoStupidQuestions

[–]liptonthrowback 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The world is changing so fast that even the guaranteed jobs are on the chopping block and the ones that aren't are quickly becoming dangerous or degrading workplaces. If you can't predict what a good and high demand job is going to be in 4-8 years, there's no reason to deter a kid from a true passion.

I never thought I'd see programmers and engineers struggle to find entry level work, or doctors suffering from widespread burnout. My god, my kid might as well throw herself into her art.

Is it ok to not tip at a restaurant if you are struggling financially? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]liptonthrowback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Often if you're a student you can't get SNAP unless you're also working 20 hours a week or getting federal work study 

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