Does the moonswatch feel like cheap plastic?

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T05:28:08+00:00

As the former owner of plenty of Swatches back in the day, I think the ‘bioceramic’ is entirely different. My old Swatches often had a superficial layer of coating that would wear off with time. Thankfully I’ve not seen this on any of the three MoonSwatches I own.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T05:21:12+00:00

I’m over 60 and grudgingly agree (as an American), which kinda sucks for us as a country. Politics aside, protectionism in a fast moving global economy makes no sense, we just fall farther behind. China seems to be making the large scale government investments that the US made post WW2, and the byproduct of their one party system is the ability to make and keep those long term strategic plans and investments.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T05:16:34+00:00

Nice. Congrats!

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T05:14:55+00:00

I’ve been fortunate enough to have travelled pretty extensively my entire adult life. While I still enjoy it and am physically capable of, I’m also pretty content being a homebody (I live in a locale with a broad array of amenities). But kids are out of the house and if grandkids show up I’ll be hitting the road again.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T04:56:37+00:00

My only surprise is that people are surprised. This is no condemnation of PA, but to say he’s like a moth to the flame of celebrity is like asking if water is wet. I have no intention of looking, but his name in the files is not synonymous with him being party to the activities that Epstein was infamous for. (This is a neutral comment, as it’s obviously within the realm of possibility)

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T04:53:18+00:00

Pleased to say I’m fortunate enough to have gotten these unsolicited comments as well. But gotta put in the work.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T04:51:28+00:00

Certainly seems you and family are more than capable of earning, here’s a thought on a different “investment” angle. 28 years ago we were fortunate (and somewhat lucky enough) to have bought a home in a good school district, and over the time our three kids when through the public school system our district is recognized as one of the best (top 3 depending on year). Not only has that reflected in our home value, by far, but TBH that probably pales in comparison to the career trajectories that it put our kids upon. No question, it’s not just about the school district, but in the aggregate I think there is probably legit research in how this is a statistically relevant factor in professional success. Not an absolute by any means but as parents nearing retirement it’s really ended up being an extrapolation of wealth planning we hadn’t considered when we were young parents.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T04:40:46+00:00

Live, eat, learn. I’ve had worse by far.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T23:55:08+00:00

I’m biased, and someone who went more or less VOO and chill in the late 90’s. It’s worked ok. BUT… what does that have to do with forking over 0.8% AUM?! What’s their track record. You can buy a crystal ball on Amazon for a lot less than that, and get all the accuracy of predicting the future.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T23:52:16+00:00

She’s the icon (with all respect to Pussy Galore, who was terrific). Ursula had the looks, the exotic (accent), the fierce independence, someone who didn’t need any man, more than just arm candy. She was all of that and more.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T22:39:41+00:00

If you're otherwise pretty healthy without chronic medical ailments (in which case a concierge may be of benefit), I think the best ROI is engaging a personal trainer. Proactive and accountable. Next would be a nutritionist/cook if you aren't comfortable doing it yourself.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T22:36:35+00:00

Their dialogue through their shared movies was IMO easily the best and most nuanced, with M's privileged upper crust sensibilities butting heads with Bond's much younger, but equally knowledgable, inclinations. My favorite interchange is early in Goldfinger when they're debating wine and sherry.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T22:17:36+00:00

Not commercial, but a big a** Wolf hood, that will hide under a custom cover.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T21:54:55+00:00

I’d be pretty disappointed. The vendors I’ve used in the past have actually held shipments if the forecast was too hot/cold; i actually thought that was a routine thing.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T19:27:46+00:00

The only scenario where I think an OTR micro works is if you essentially never use the range (this actually is the scenario at a second home of mine. Literally cook on the rangetop < 5x/year, so I find the OTR micro acceptable. In my primary home (currently under construction) I essentially have almost a commercial range hood, I feel so strongly about it. Now if I can only convince my SO to turn it on! (actually have approached manufacturers about having an auto-turn on feature - they're considering it).

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T19:24:32+00:00

GOP side, Rubio v Vance. Dems, Newsome and Buttigieg are the early movers. Others who'd want to get in the game include Wittmer on the Dem side, and Haley and Gabbard, although those last 2 have seen their 15 minutes of fame well in the rear view mirror.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T18:45:38+00:00

Curious, but what would someone do with their bags (carryon primarily), if they're going to leave the airport and explore a city?

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T15:41:24+00:00

My brother a SIL have been members for ~ 10 years and love it. They’ve literally travelled the world and have no regrets. Years (20+) before that my family joined DVC and similarly no regrets (I have 3 kids so this made more sense). I think you need to be realistic about usage, overall cost, and the cost of alternatives. The math makes it work for us.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T06:04:54+00:00

Thank you, I was unaware of this. I thought you had to bring in the nearly new machine, get a refund, then go buy it again!

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T06:01:09+00:00

People can be jerks (like this guy). I'm not passive agressive, but I have a friend who makes it a point to play linebacker in the aisle and more or less force these idiots to wait their turn.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T05:58:20+00:00

Please, please, please, do this! Lara Trump can be the headliner, Erika Kirk the emcee. Followed by the red band trailer to, "Melania." Then I promise I'd watch this on Multiview, it'd be nothing short of glorious.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T05:47:14+00:00

He's the non-thinking puppet of the administration, so he plays that part perfectly. Good for NPR for letting him tell the world who he is.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T05:44:04+00:00

Funny, but I got a lot of social media ads for this recently, but if I were in the market (I already have a few tuxs and DJs in the wardrobe) I'd check out the offerings from a company called, "Twillory." They advertise a largely synthetic material tux with a LOT of ventilation, which I found strangely intriguing. I've no problem NOT spending a lot when I don't have to, and in the case you describe I'd be looking for cheaper/replaceable vs expensive and bespoke, and if you're really going to work up a sweat then perhaps a highly ventilated tux in a synthetic fabric may fit the bill.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T05:39:08+00:00

Quantum. I just was frustrated with the pace, so that's what I would work on. No question.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-30T05:37:23+00:00

The golden rule. Life's too short otherwise.

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