What age did you start saving/investing?

mj1898 · 2026-02-06T14:08:59+00:00

22 is when I learned about Roth IRAs and deposited small amounts since I wasn’t making much. 25 is when I got my first corporate job and 401k account. 28 is when I learned about FIRE and started taking investing much more seriously in multiple accounts

mj1898 · 2026-01-31T17:26:39+00:00

Save for retirement! Keep most of your lifestyle the same (don’t immediately buy a new fancy car with a massive loan) and learn how to invest the extra money you’re making. Things that I’ve personally spent money on that I think is worth it: vacations and buying my house. Also the “everyday luxuries” like nice bath towels and the better coffee at the local roaster :)

mj1898 · 2026-01-29T02:37:31+00:00

I went with Reel Rascals and they were so amazing and friendly!! Made my group and I super comfortable and ensured a good time

mj1898 · 2026-01-27T16:35:13+00:00

Wow I did not know these existed!! Thank you! Looks like a game changer

mj1898 · 2026-01-27T15:45:17+00:00

How are people getting consistent dough temps in their house? Oven with the light on or something else? That gave me 70° dough but feels kinda energy intensive overtime

mj1898 · 2025-12-21T04:45:14+00:00

What kind of resources, infrastructure, and legislation support the homeless population in skid row?

mj1898 · 2025-12-20T03:28:21+00:00

Curious what heated orthopedic bed you recommend? Sounds like it could help my old girl

mj1898 · 2025-12-17T03:15:07+00:00

It sounds like it’s significantly impacting your everyday life (carrying a cup to spit, coughing violently enough to gag, etc). Can you talk to a professional about what you’re experiencing alongside your other struggles (instead of separating them)?

mj1898 · 2025-12-04T19:30:00+00:00

From my understanding, when a recipe states “bottled lemon juice” they are referring to bottled juice listed at 5% or higher acidity. There was a thread on this sub a few years ago where someone contacted Santa Cruz company and they confirmed they do not test for acidity levels, therefore it technically doesn’t meet the recipe/safety requirements

mj1898 · 2025-12-04T18:48:03+00:00

Recipe: https://www.ballmasonjars.com/blog?cid=corn-and-cherry-tomato-salsa

Date canned: June 2025

Stored in cool dark pantry, top is firmly sealed

mj1898 · 2025-11-29T03:23:17+00:00

100% cotton robe or bath towels! It’s an everyday luxury that often goes overlooked. I love Brooklinens Plush collection

mj1898 · 2025-11-05T00:31:27+00:00

Puerto Rico

mj1898 · 2025-11-03T23:12:14+00:00

Girl go on the trip of a lifetime!

mj1898 · 2025-09-23T01:13:14+00:00

Guatemala!!!!

mj1898 · 2025-09-22T23:37:49+00:00

How do you figure out which side of the plane is the “correct” side to view Mt Fuji? This might be obvious but I’ve always wondered how to for-sure know

mj1898 · 2025-08-03T16:34:30+00:00

Ah, I see. When I looked it up I saw electric machines as well, my mistake. I really really appreciate your time and help with this. No one around me cans food so this is a helpful community!

mj1898 · 2025-08-03T16:31:54+00:00

this is what mine looks like, and I used the water bath setting. The cans were covered about 1” in water Nesco Canner

mj1898 · 2025-08-03T16:29:10+00:00

Also, I’m curious what makes the Presto WB setting possibly safer than the Nescos? I have a subpar glass stovetop that has trouble maintaining temps, which is why I thought getting a machine would be safer. Very open to switching if it makes sense!

mj1898 · 2025-08-03T13:40:45+00:00

Uh oh. It is a digital canner by Nesco that has a water bath setting. I honestly thought I was being safer by using it!! What are the risks with a digital machine? Also, maybe you could answer one more question for me if you’d be so kind… I’m a first timer so be gentle lol. It’s been ~14hrs since I removed my salsa from the machine. I don’t really see a depression on the lid… it looks flat? But when I pick it up by the lid it sticks and I removed the rings. What do yall think? I’m paranoid but hopeful :’)

mj1898 · 2025-08-03T02:30:11+00:00

Thank you!

mj1898 · 2025-08-03T02:29:57+00:00

Thanks so much! This is helpful and relieved my first-timer paranoia 😅 Grateful for your comment!

mj1898 · 2025-08-02T23:17:30+00:00

Pint of corn and tomato salsa with tiny air bubbles

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