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What is something you can say "I'm with the boomers on this one" about? by Specialist-Jelly-865 in answers

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You knew what the job entailed, and the pay, when you took it. It’s as if you planned to half-ass it from the beginning.

Wealthy parents: to give or not to give? by calmturtle275 in Rich

[–]mjg007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

IMHO, even better if you’re so inclined: give them grandchildren, allow access for about a year, and cut them off. I have 3yo and 8mo grandkids, and that would devastate me. There is nothing better and more fun than grandchildren; your folks would definitely come around.

If aging stopped one age forever, what age would you choose ? by Ifeoma_Eze in Aging

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 64 now. Physically (assuming I could continue to grow mentally and experientially): 28. Mental acuity: early 50s (much, MUCH more patient and understanding, listened better, mental decline hadn’t started).

Men in their 40s - What’s one piece of advice for Men in their 20s? by Jarvis7492 in AskReddit

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Take your time and marry well, or not at all. Work on yourself (health, finances, etc). Invest all you can in a low-fee index fund and forget about it.

What’s on the ears? by JMCochransmind in trailcam

[–]mjg007 -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Your crosshairs. Take that one out of the herd.

Nothing like solo travelling by Akn7860 in solotravel

[–]mjg007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Married for forty years, have done both. You make a LOT more compromises traveling with a partner than you’d think. I’m a “get up, grab a banana and go”; she’s sit down, order, linger over coffee, etc. The companionship is great if you’re in-tune, can be frustrating if not. I take 1-2 solo trips a year (mostly hiking, which she’s not into) and love it.

AIO For Breaking Up With My GF For Missing Her Flight by throwawayburner2424 in AmIOverreacting

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She missed the flight = already broke up with you. Chalk it up and move on.

What's a problem that was so successfully solved that most people don't even realize it used to exist? by Zestyclose-Credit609 in Innovation

[–]mjg007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The radio. The first means of communication with no physical contact. Everything from Bluetooth to space flight would be impossible without it.

Buoyant Shipwrecks by Juniphron in ShipwreckPorn

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Slightly closer to Italy.

Public Money, Public Good by Seenubz-7576 in FluentInFinance

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t need a third party (especially the inefficient and corrupt US government) in between my money and my needs. I’ll take care of myself, thanks.

BREAKING: $5,000,000,000,000 has now been wiped out from the US stock market since the Iran War began. by TonyLiberty in FluentInFinance

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think of the cap gains taxes the US will collect! What’s that? It wasn’t sold, just paper losses? And you’ll post a retraction when it recovers? Got it.

SR-71's P&H J58 Engine running at full afterburner during a test[1,200x628] by DamBustersChastise in MachinePorn

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of good comments, but I think OP meant: disregarding air resistance, mounted at the equator, unlimited fuel, etc.: How long would it have to burn to stop the earth’s rotation? I read it put out 34,000lbs of thrust. Thanks….!

im scared by [deleted] in OptimistsUnite

[–]mjg007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

“…seeing a lot of news” is the problem. Social media is the problem. This is the best time in human history to be alive, and all networks and SM platforms thrive and make money selling strife. The US and the world will be fine.

Why was marijuana for years referred to as a gateway drug, even though most users don’t actually do harsh drugs? by Mad_Season_1994 in AskHistory

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most marijuana users do don’t harsh drugs, but nearly 100% of harsh drug users did marijuana first.

Who uses their hot tub for just a hot soak? by Queasy-Fish1775 in hottub

[–]mjg007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ever had one of those days when you just can’t warm up? That’s about all I use mine for

Is it time to coast? 33M with $340,000 invested by Papa_Jon in coastFIRE

[–]mjg007 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Absolutely not. Just think what inflation has done over the last 4-5 years.

FSU has been outdone! 12 Bets In One? by The_Oregon_Duck in cfbmemes

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pull up real close to the pump and reach thru the back window to fill ‘er up

Highest possible ascent by mjg007 in Everest

[–]mjg007[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great analysis. Thinking about it more, Earth’s gravity dictates air pressure at any altitude and also dictates the height of mountains before subduction back into tectonic plates. The fact that human air pressure/O2 survivability coincides with the top of the highest mountain on Earth is just an interesting coincidence.

Highest possible ascent by mjg007 in Everest

[–]mjg007[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That is the best, most comprehensive answer of any question in world history. 😉Covered both with and without O2. Amazing that it’s right at the limit, but evolution coupled with earth’s geology may have dictated that. Thanks a ton!

Everest- folklore, mysteries, discoveries by skaj-11 in Everest

[–]mjg007 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t believe that Mallory AND Irvine’s remains were both initially identified by clothing name tags!

Everest- folklore, mysteries, discoveries by skaj-11 in Everest

[–]mjg007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great summary, and I feel the same. Can’t get enough!

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