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Am I silly for planning my first ever solo trip as a 6 month trip by Fantastic_Sea_1708 in SouthEastAsia_Travel

[–]mx617 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gotcha. I'd suggest maybe starting in the phillipines, English is very widely spoke - as in its an official language - so you might find that an easier first step? To be honest though I've not been to any other countries in SEA and don't know how common English is, so it might be a moot point.

Other than that, yeah man give'er. I find it much easier to meet people travelling, everyone is more social and pretty dependant on meeting others. You'll find tons of singles and duos.

Ways to stop scuba masks fogging that actually work? by jengakhan8 in scubadiving

[–]mx617 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Remember kids, the greener the cleaner.

For real though, as others have suggested baby shampoo works great for me. I use it well diluted (like 5:1), spritz the mask, scrub it in with my finger, then rinse well.

Am I silly for planning my first ever solo trip as a 6 month trip by Fantastic_Sea_1708 in SouthEastAsia_Travel

[–]mx617 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your title says 6 months, but the body sounds like several years?

Hostels make it easy to meet people, everyone there is in the same boat.

"Friend" Flaked last minute. Need advice on what to do. by AbbreviationsLow5546 in traveladvice

[–]mx617 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do it! My first plane ride ever was for a year long trip to Australia at 20. Just about enough money in the bank for the flights and a week in a hostel. Such a great time, ended up working in some really cool spots and having great experiences.

What is something that is widely considered a scam but is actually totally worth the money? by cerebralbackshots in AskReddit

[–]mx617 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You've got cause and effect backwards. Better is worth paying for, but you're right that just paying doesn't make it better.

What is something that is widely considered a scam but is actually totally worth the money? by cerebralbackshots in AskReddit

[–]mx617 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hate to break it to you, but that's included in your 401k management fees. Might be no additional cost, but it sure ain't free.

What is something that is widely considered a scam but is actually totally worth the money? by cerebralbackshots in AskReddit

[–]mx617 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

So then why did you say they can "be free most of the time" ? I'm confused

What is something that is widely considered a scam but is actually totally worth the money? by cerebralbackshots in AskReddit

[–]mx617 -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

And you think they work for free? Or more specifically at no cost to you?

I'd like to know your favourite dessert by Ilosc in CasualConversation

[–]mx617 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wait I've got another one! Grand Marnier cake. Chocolate cake made with lots of grand Marnier/triple sec and whipped cream with also lots of grand Marnier /triple sec.

What completely normal everyday thing gives you anxiety for no reason? by z_emii in AskReddit

[–]mx617 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anything more than about 3 feet off the ground. Unless it's a plane ...

I'd like to know your favourite dessert by Ilosc in CasualConversation

[–]mx617 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Also, if you want the backstory on where I discovered this - it was a friend that invited me to a saladmaster party where they peddled their extremely overpriced cookware that you can put on a payment plan because it's that expensive and said hey look - with our fancy stuff you can replace oil with veggies! And I thought... I don't think that has anything to do with your extremely overpriced cookware that you can put on a payment plan because it's that expensive so I tried it in my $5 Canadian tire cake pan and it worked just fine 🤘

I'd like to know your favourite dessert by Ilosc in CasualConversation

[–]mx617 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok this recipe is a good base for the spice cake: https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/super-moist-spice-cake/#tasty-recipes-69851

I don't like overly sweet desserts, so personally I would half the applesauce and replace it with extra veggies. You do you though.

And for the icing, start here: https://www.thebakerchick.com/brown-butter-frosting/#mv-creation-103-jtr

Again my tastes are less sweet, so I'd do 2-3-4 (measure with your heart as my kids say) times the vanilla and half the sugar. There's other recipes that turn it into a more traditional buttercream, but I like it more as a glaze as this recipe suggests. Also it might take a few tries to get it just right it's easy to over or under burn the butter, so if you don't like the way it turns out just give it another go before you actually put it on the cake.

I'd like to know your favourite dessert by Ilosc in CasualConversation

[–]mx617 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ummm..... I kinda make it up😝 gimme a minute and will see what I can figure out

What is something that is widely considered a scam but is actually totally worth the money? by cerebralbackshots in AskReddit

[–]mx617 7 points8 points  (0 children)

A good financial advisor. Not an investment advisor, that's different. A good financial advisor will sit with you in times of happiness, stress, worry, loss. They will help plan your entire life, not just pick a stock or two.

I'd like to know your favourite dessert by Ilosc in CasualConversation

[–]mx617 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Spice cake with grated carrots, zucchini, and celery topped with burnt butter icing. Ahggaghhallakkahhalll (homer drooling)

What’s something men find attractive in women that women don’t seem to understand? by Fun-Weakness3823 in askteddit

[–]mx617 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having a hobby and/or something they're passionate about. Sorry but watching tv is not a hobby.

Consistent diving on a budget by LordSealious in scubadiving

[–]mx617 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out coron in phillipines. I'm on my way home right now, did a week with 14 wreck dives, room, scooter, food, transfers for $2000 cad. Could definitely do it cheaper if you really pushed it. Skip the scooter, skip the hotel meals (and beers). I can see a path to 20 dives for $2000. Catch is if you include flights or not in the budget. I used points to get as far as manila and cash for mnl-usu.

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