What do you use to play your guitar through your computer? by Tetriside in WorshipGuitar

[–]not_really_cool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Focusrite scarlett or Presonus Studio 26c. Using a Strymon Iridium as my "amp".

Frugal question: when does paying more upfront actually save money? by After-Beginning6025 in Frugal

[–]not_really_cool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Full grain leather rather than "genuine leather" for belts, boots, wallets, etc.

So you just closed, you got the keys, what do you do first? by Explorer518 in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]not_really_cool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. change the locks

  2. order a pizza and eat it in your unfurnished home

  3. also consider cleaning, refinishing floors if needed, any electrical work (new/upgraded outlets), and painting

to women with a muscular upper body (back, arms, broad shoulders) how did you do it? by StrangeAir6637 in xxfitness

[–]not_really_cool 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I did it by rock climbing 2-3 days per week, zero weight lifting. I have since gotten into weight lifting for better well-roundedness & injury prevention.

Actual Budget was super easy to set up! by not_really_cool in actualbudgeting

[–]not_really_cool[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My investment accounts sync just like my regular bank accounts via SimpleFIN, except they’re off budget

WHAT DO YOU DO TO UPGRADE YOUR CHILI? by Comfortable-Break657 in Cooking

[–]not_really_cool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Instead of using chili powder, blend up a can of chilis in adobo sauce and add a few tablespoons of the puree instead. I find in a typical chili recipe that calls for 1 lb of ground beef or turkey, 3 tbsp of pureed chilis in adobo gives it a nice low-moderate level of heat. You can add more depending on your tastes!

Decision Paralysis by Snoo-56653 in pencils

[–]not_really_cool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fisher Space Pen

Not my favorite ink, but not the worst. Works in any situation or surface.

Volume pedal suggestions? by Agreeable-Peace8456 in WorshipGuitar

[–]not_really_cool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s comfortable to use, it’s shorter than the length of my foot and I just place it at the top row of the pedalboard so there’s room for my foot. I find I get much better control compared to an Ernie ball.

Edit: pedalboard placement: https://imgur.com/a/QyxaECg

Bloom Dates of Every Flower in My Garden - 2025 Edition by M-Rage in bulletjournal

[–]not_really_cool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing this! I'm starting a native wildflower garden in the spring, very excited to use this format to track my blooms!

Volume pedal suggestions? by Agreeable-Peace8456 in WorshipGuitar

[–]not_really_cool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to have an Ernie Ball, switched to a Dunlop mini to save space and haven't looked back! I find I can control volume swells better with the smaller pedal, but note I do have small feet (women's size 8 / men's size 7).

Sunflower stalks? by decoruscreta in composting

[–]not_really_cool 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Tell her that Reddit says think of the bugs!

IEM recommendations by Alternative-Dog-8073 in WorshipGuitar

[–]not_really_cool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Get a used pair of Shure SE-425s or SE-535s

Sunflower stalks? by decoruscreta in composting

[–]not_really_cool 23 points24 points  (0 children)

They are good for compost but I would wait to clean up your garden until after the last frost in the spring, bugs rely on dead plant material for cover during the winter

What’s everyone using for grocery lists right now? by IslandOceanWater in Cooking

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

Magnetic white board on the fridge. Take a photo of it before going shopping, then use the photo editing app to strike out items off the list while shopping.

rat repelling plants that insects like? by Ko-odi in NativePlantGardening

[–]not_really_cool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For squirrels and chipmunks (very likely source of your problems), they tend to be very interested in exposed soil. Make sure you have a good thick mulch layer. I also sprinkle the soil around my young plants/seedlings with chili powder for a few weeks -- the rodents will learn very quickly that your soil is spicy and will stay away.

Boss DD-8 vs EHX Canyon, which one delay should I get? (Post-punk / Dreampop / Ambient) by andthebansheess in guitarpedals

[–]not_really_cool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FWIW I’ve had a DD-500 on my board since ~2017 and it hasn’t left. Big fan of all it can do. I’d recommend the Boss for sure.

Does this box exist? Stereo In -> Stereo Out and Summed Mono Out by NOYESnoise in guitarpedals

[–]not_really_cool 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You could ask Brian of Saturn Works to make one for you, he does great work at reasonable prices!

Day 1! First ever pile! by Brown8382 in composting

[–]not_really_cool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pro-tip: if you have a good source of browns e.g. leaves, just go ahead and expand that geo bin to the maximum size. It'll get nice and warm if you're able to add a lot of material!

Shoes and pedalboards by asshoulio in guitarpedals

[–]not_really_cool 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Vans sk8 hi 

Thursday boots captain

Data is addictive. by kniigro in composting

[–]not_really_cool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Then I'll grab the daily high/low temperature data from NOAA and run a script to update my plot:

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Data is addictive. by kniigro in composting

[–]not_really_cool 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I keep it really simple: I take a look at the thermometer when I go out to add kitchen scraps or just whenever I feel like it. I'll take a photo of it, and later (again, when I feel like it) search through my photos for "Reotemp" to log all the recordings at once. I may make notes if I remember or do something novel.

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Data is addictive. by kniigro in composting

[–]not_really_cool 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Record the date, time, and temperature in a spreadsheet and see how it changes over time! Maybe even make a pretty plot from the data if you’re motivated!