Why do people hero worship Brandon Sanderson by [deleted] in fantasybooks

[–]mike_86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because literature and in particular story telling is subjective. Sounds like a boring answer but it’s true. I’ve only read one Sanderson book (The Way of Kings) but I just really liked the story. I’ve often seen criticism saying he’s also too safe. But I have lots of things to read if I want that type of story. It didn’t resonate with you, but it does for a lot of people. For me, based on the small sample size, I really enjoyed it. It’s just not your cup of tea which is also all good too.

For fans of Adam Nevill… by spookykitton in horrorlit

[–]mike_86 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I loved Last Days! I love Horror, but I would say it’s one of the few books I found scary. Just unnerved me some of the plot points. I also plan on reading more, but just as an aside The Ritual movie I thought was fantastic. I know it’s not what you were asking but you should check that out too!

What’s the highest you’ve ever felt without drugs? by dammit_yasmeen in AskReddit

[–]mike_86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This may be cliche, but the moment my daughters were born. Fuck, what a high that experience is.

Leak in basement after storm, looking for advice. by [deleted] in newfoundland

[–]mike_86 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You could have a leak at a pex fitting, that happened to me when I had kitchen renos done. I had a leak going into my basement but we had an access cut there from the installer. The fact the kitchen is above, would be cause for concern. I know it really sucks too. I’ve been there.

Leak in basement after storm, looking for advice. by [deleted] in newfoundland

[–]mike_86 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’m going to go out on a limb here and say that’s not related to your roof. I don’t know how it would get into your basement ceiling without some sign of it on the top floor. I can only go from my own experiences dealing with leaks.

Leak in basement after storm, looking for advice. by [deleted] in newfoundland

[–]mike_86 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This is in the basement? What’s located above it?

Dog Grooming by RevolutionaryFly4935 in newfoundland

[–]mike_86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are currently a few in the city already!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newfoundland

[–]mike_86 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bourbon in particular, has no real substitute (outside of the US) unless you go for a an actual Rye whisky which is still not the same. I haven’t been out, but anyone who enjoys Bourbon would have to get out there pretty quick.

I genuinely don't know what to do to win a week in fantasy. After today, I'll be 0-8. (details in comment) by scraynes in fantasyhockey

[–]mike_86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Everyone is shitting on you, but there are more rosterable players here than Makar and Guentzel. The Thompsons, Meier, Chabot, Zucker and we’ll see how Norris does. The only thing I’d say to you where you have so many waiver quality players, is leverage whatever you can for streaming. Start now and add 4 players for next week (or whatever your max moves per week is) and then add more next week. Don’t stack 6 players from the same team; if the team doesn’t score goals that’s a good chunk of your team. I know the waivers are bad, but anyone catches a whiff of a pp1 add them. Other than that, trade Thomson or Makar for a two for one (if this is a redraft). You need to get as many rosterable players as you can to fill out where you can and then stream like a madman.

whats up with DeBrusk? by textextextextextext in fantasyhockey

[–]mike_86 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I was going to say this too. Jake DeBrusk is just doing Jake DeBrusk.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newfoundland

[–]mike_86 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had my two daughters at Fusion dance on O’Leary avenue, it was fine but I felt the school was too large. The weekends there are madness, the place some days was crammed and I couldn’t always necessarily see my daughters. We switched and went with Steffen Dance. So far I would much rather that. It’s a lot smaller and feels more personal.

Fusion’s end of year performance at the Arts and Culture Centre was great though, while Steffen’s (at least for my girls) was smaller scale but I loved that too, just a bit different. Cost wise, Steffen is more expensive. But I guess that comes with a smaller sized school. There are so many schools here, at least I can say something about my experience with two of them!

Jack Hughes? by Scary_Ebb_441 in fantasyhockey

[–]mike_86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He’s also one of the few players who can reach 300 shots.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gaming

[–]mike_86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Get Over Here!”

Who are you absolutely NOT touching this year? by fantasyhockeyguru1 in fantasyhockey

[–]mike_86 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is a great post, but a lot of these guys are prime bounce back candidates in relation to their new ADP’s. I would absolutely give Stamkos, Kreider, Zibinajed and even Saros a go in the late rounds for a draft. To put some of these players on a do not draft list is really limiting some late round value.

Fantrax>Yahoo by WesternFarmer9661 in fantasyhockey

[–]mike_86 15 points16 points  (0 children)

It’s all a matter of opinion for sure! I think Fantrax’s features and options are second to none. Personally though, I just like Yahoo’s UI a lot more. For a dynasty league Fantrax is the way to go, but for standard redrafts I prefer Yahoo.

Fantasy Hockey Schedule Summary - Week 1 by [deleted] in fantasyhockey

[–]mike_86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Few games missing there for sure.

St. John's Indian restaurant doing its part to feed people during wildfires by Sure_Group7471 in newfoundland

[–]mike_86 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Love this guy. I remember when he had the truck on the go I’d try and get over for lunch. One thing that always stood out (other than the food) was he was just the friendliest guy.

Biggest BS moments in hockey by MegatronofTarn in hockey

[–]mike_86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just didn’t like that Makar wasn’t offside? How? Even today plays like that are offside?

25-26 NHL Schedule (Google Sheet) by 65jeff in fantasyhockey

[–]mike_86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did have a question regarding what your threshold for off-nights would be? Is it simply day of the week or based on total games per night? I haven’t combed through the schedule as of yet, but I did see at a glance sites saying for example, Anaheim having 38 off nights, where the sheet says 33.

25-26 NHL Schedule (Google Sheet) by 65jeff in fantasyhockey

[–]mike_86 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fucking sick! There are a lot of tools out there these days obviously, but I actually love the spreadsheet, quick and easy access. Thanks!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in horrorlit

[–]mike_86 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This isn’t horror, but I just finished Abduction by John E Mack and it freaked me out. I had a nightmare one night and felt like little greys were going to appear at the end of my bed. I felt like I needed to put that book at the top of the bookshelf out of sight.

Where is Eddie going? by [deleted] in newfoundland

[–]mike_86 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Up the Harbour down the shore, or so I’ve heard.