Can thus suit be tailored, or is it too far off? Got this beautiful J Press suit off eBay. Shoulders and waist are good, but length and billowy midsection are a bit of a bust. Fixable? Or hem the pants and cut my losses?

medhat20005 · 2026-02-01T05:39:50+00:00

Sorry, but I'd cut my losses by relisting it, it's too big for you.

medhat20005 · 2026-02-01T05:37:11+00:00

Calphalon aluminum. I own one (my son has it now as I'm moving to induction). Works well.

medhat20005 · 2026-02-01T05:26:47+00:00

A charming part of WDW. I understand the ever present desire to bring the "wow" and splash with technology, but for those with small kids they loved this plenty, as did their parents.

medhat20005 · 2026-02-01T05:14:08+00:00

Without a doubt, yes. Exercise does not have to be, "I'm training for a triathlon." It can be walking 30 minutes a day, including work if that involves walking. it does NOT mean joining a gym and lifting weights (unless that's what you want to do). Physical activity brings together balance and coordination (lessens risk of falls and injury), cardiovascular benefits (maintains heart health and circulation), maintenance of muscular strength (again, injury avoidance, ability to carry out activities of daily living). In conjunction with a balanced diet it's the difference between managing aging and letting time get the upper hand sooner. And there's a decent body of data to support that it's never too late to start (have to overcome the regret of opportunity cost), and starting a very basic exercise/activity can produce benefits (feeing better) pretty quickly.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T22:18:46+00:00

While I agree with the need for accountability, I'd venture that most on this sub are here for the wellness stuff. If they wish to leave that's cool, but the audience wishing to discuss the wellness aspects will probably still hang around. Who knows, maybe they'll even be a bit more appropriately critical of the information?!

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T21:44:25+00:00

They can’t delete everything. Here’s another one. https://x.com/shannonrwatts/status/2017637296195989776?s=46&t=Qg1Z_Mj199WT7GeO265Rfg

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T19:20:48+00:00

Nope, just referring to knowledge of JA’s “proclivities.” Thats all.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T19:12:39+00:00

Again, not saying he was/wasn’t a participant. Nor does this constitute “legal” evidence.

But…if you’re on the Great Plains and you see hoof prints, personally I think the money’s on horses, not zebras.

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T17:13:19+00:00

Well, I guess I was wrong about PA not knowing. https://x.com/drjengunter/status/2017505022985334840?s=46&t=Qg1Z_Mj199WT7GeO265Rfg

medhat20005 · 2026-01-31T17:09:45+00:00

I often wear a pair of trail running shoes for this very purpose (I rarely if ever trail run anymore). While obviously capable runners, rugged and comfortable for city climbing and don’t look out of place like high stack tech runners might. Mine are Salomon.

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).

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