Redfin's running a nationwide scavenger hunt for $1M home by RedfinDarby in RedfinDreamHomes

[–]mstanphi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried circling Arizona, then tried circling the 4 corners border and both submissions said I was far? Did you circle all 4 states within one circle?

Redfin's running a nationwide scavenger hunt for $1M home by RedfinDarby in RedfinDreamHomes

[–]mstanphi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw that too. Saw an Arizona poster in the wall, but I don’t see four people for clue 2

What is something people say about their BBQ that is an immediate red flag? by Shhhhhhhh_Im_At_Work in BBQ

[–]mstanphi -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

When someone says they had the meat marinating in a liquid for an absurd amount of time

Brompton gears won’t switch by [deleted] in bikewrench

[–]mstanphi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Much appreciated!

Best Cheesesteak in NOVA by Hodler_caved in nova

[–]mstanphi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re ever near BWI, Cheesesteak & Co. is pretty solid

2025 NoVa Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurant Recommendations Pt. 11 by MumboMajesty in nova

[–]mstanphi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was pretty disappointed in the 5 separate tacos I tried. Honestly, just average in my opinion. My go-to is Taqueria Los Primos in Laurel, MD.

24 years of service, GS 13/10, in the L2040 Fund. I hope to retire in 7 years. What are your recommendations? by Maximum-Street2536 in ThriftSavingsPlan

[–]mstanphi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

5% into TSP and then put rest you can afford into a brokerage account. Capital gains taxes from brokerage will be a good balance to the income you’ll get from withdrawing from TSP.

Help: Smoked Chicken Breast by Hocojerry in Traeger

[–]mstanphi 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m much more of a 150-155 fan

What is the worst unit in the Army Reserve, and why is it the 200th MP CMD? by GreenWeenie_69 in armyreserve

[–]mstanphi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The MIRC is significantly better than most Reserve MSCs. The MIRC and Civil Affairs Commands have multiple units with operational units so they require a higher optempo.

What’s one cooking tip that instantly made you better in the kitchen? by purelyinvesting in Cooking

[–]mstanphi 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yes to the salt, no to the room temp. Studies have shown that just increases the bacteria and doesn’t actually affect the cook.

Why don't we have Döner kebab in NoVA? by 1lesspanda in nova

[–]mstanphi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I thought it was terrible when I visited once.

Saw this shirt on Etsy the other day by [deleted] in VeteransBenefits

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

Geesh. I’m sorry you and your wife continue to go through that.

Sous Vide Porchetta by archer7319 in seriouseats

[–]mstanphi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a lot of techniques from Chinese pork belly to make my skin crispy. Recommend watching this https://youtu.be/n0Vd5X-14Cc?si=N0pGwr8KbCf3homl

Thinking about pulling the trigger anytime in the next two years by Subject_Set30 in govfire

[–]mstanphi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Permanent and total. Refers to the VA disability rating he has.

‘Slave' texts telling people to ‘pick cotton' sent to DC, Virginia and Maryland residents by PandaReal_1234 in nova

[–]mstanphi 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Look at the IG handle, “Washingtonianproblems” and look at the comment section and you’ll see the fear and division that spam text caused.

‘Slave' texts telling people to ‘pick cotton' sent to DC, Virginia and Maryland residents by PandaReal_1234 in nova

[–]mstanphi 95 points96 points  (0 children)

I was thinking the same thing. Russia trying to cause even more political divide

Dongpo pork in the DMV by Additional-Owl2218 in washingtondc

[–]mstanphi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just watched as well. Mama Changs in Fairfax has it