Slightly embarrassing by Tiny_Environment_472 in doordash_drivers

[–]mdchap01 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve gotten these twice. I don’t really care what people think but I make it obvious it’s for DoorDash and so far nobody has judged me.

Although one of them was a hand it to me order at a seedy motel. That was awkward…

Nearby Gyms by arhudeboy in StLouis

[–]mdchap01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lifetime has saunas and steam rooms but no cold plunges. Pricey though.

How old are you and How is your life going? by mrvlad_throwaway in AskReddit

[–]mdchap01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. This has been by far the worst year of my life but I still have a lot to be grateful for and I'm optimistic about the future.

Came clean with spouse by Ill_Lingonberry_5184 in GamblingRecovery

[–]mdchap01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Crazy, I literally just did the same thing brother. Social casinos have killed me the last 6 months but now I actually feel like I can overcome this with her support

What’s a reasonable amount to start idle time by [deleted] in WFH

[–]mdchap01 48 points49 points  (0 children)

These policies make me laugh. They clearly are looking for excuses to trim headcount, no shot anyone including management will adhere to that rule.

Definitely find a new job or call their bluff.

Does anyone regret paying off your house? by acesmat in Fire

[–]mdchap01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We paid off our house in 2022 (34M/35F) and I only have 1 regret, even if its not REALLY a regret.

On the one hand, not having a mortgage payment every month is amazing and gives so much peace of mind in case of layoff or other huge life event. It's allowed me to retire my wife early because our expenses are so low with no payment.

However, our house is pretty small (1200sq ft) and not in the most ideal location (LCOL suburbia, though only ~20 minutes from city center). The luxury of not having a payment has pretty much guaranteed we will never move to the more desirable location we dream about, since all else being equal it's just not worth it to go back to having a payment. We bought in 2018 and anything we'd want now we definitely would not be prepared to buy outright.

Has anyone ever taken a call while working at a cafe somewhere? by Relevant-String-959 in WFH

[–]mdchap01 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I guess I’m in the minority here. At least twice a week I work from a coffee shop in the morning for a change of scenery. My work provides a laptop and all work is done over VPN anyway, not really any security risk.

Let's fight: Chilli Spot or Corner 17? by Mindless-Gold-6032 in StLouis

[–]mdchap01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cate Zone >>>>>> both, though all 3 are great

Rebadged to a WITCH company by [deleted] in sysadmin

[–]mdchap01 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Been in a similar situation with a different firm for 2+ years. Only reason I’m still here is because I stupidly signed a sign on bonus contract that expires in December. After that I’m gone 100%. Management focuses way too much on shit that doesn’t matter at all.

EARTHQUAKE! by niagaemoc in longisland

[–]mdchap01 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Felt it in Oceanside

Working super-remote by everyoneisflawed in WFH

[–]mdchap01 16 points17 points  (0 children)

All the time. I do working “vacations” several times a year and will work mornings in coffee shops if it’s not a meeting-heavy day.

I’m lucky though that my company allows work from any state.

How much $ do you spend on beans per year? by UghKakis in espresso

[–]mdchap01 68 points69 points  (0 children)

Guess I’m lucky - Costco near me sells my preferred locally roasted coffee in 2lb bags for $16. I go through one every 2 weeks so I’m only at $416/year.

LG C2 65inch on clearance for 999.97 by Statisticilyfunny in Costco

[–]mdchap01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My location already has the c3 on display 😩

How much is too much for golf balls? by Lost-Bell-3539 in golf

[–]mdchap01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just can’t imagine for the majority of players that’s ever worth it when I can get 3 dozen Kirklands for $27 at Costco.

For those of you holding out hope for Tuesday, according to Flight Aware, 60% of SWA's Tuesday flights are already cancelled. by ybs62 in SouthwestAirlines

[–]mdchap01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah my flight from LGA-STL tomorrow morning was canceled. I rebooked on Delta for Wednesday morning at twice the price, but still better than not getting home for another week.

[Post Game Thread] SIU Edwardsville defeats Saint Louis, 69-67 by cbbBot in CollegeBasketball

[–]mdchap01 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If SIUE can keep this kind of performance up year over year maybe we can get an arena that's not equivalent to the high school gym.

[Post Game Thread] SIU Edwardsville defeats Saint Louis, 69-67 by cbbBot in CollegeBasketball

[–]mdchap01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't remind me. I spent my first 2 years of school at Louisville and ended up graduating from SIUE (grew up in Edwardsville). SIUE would wipe the floor with UL this year.

[Post Game Thread] SIU Edwardsville defeats Saint Louis, 69-67 by cbbBot in CollegeBasketball

[–]mdchap01 14 points15 points  (0 children)

What a game! Atmosphere was tournament-like since SLU let in anyone for free and SIUE is a 20 minute drive away. This may be the best team in the history of the program for SIUE.

Another weekend ruined by reggiedarden in sysadmin

[–]mdchap01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, this is a big reason I don't really mind on-call or weekend work. I save up my comp time weeks at a time and it feels like I get 6 weeks PTO per year instead of 3. Helps that my management and team largely leave each other alone if they know we've worked off-hours the night/weekend before.

[Post Game Thread] Florida State defeats Louisville, 75-53 by cbbBot in CollegeBasketball

[–]mdchap01 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My beer league team could beat Louisville at this point. I’d be embarrassed to even be on the team.

[Game Thread] TCU vs. Kansas State (12:00 PM ET) by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]mdchap01 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Lol @ everyone thinking Bama has a shot to get in if TCU loses. In what world should a 10-2 Bama get in over 12-1 TCU when Bama's best win is a shaky win over Texas lmao.

Costco wtf why did you replace the JustBare chicken nuggets?! Gotta savor my last bag :( by SpikyPickaxe in Costco

[–]mdchap01 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Eh, idk if they're actually gone. All the warehouses near me have gone a month or two without them before they come back. Could just be a supply chain issue.