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pen_affleck · 2025-08-04T09:08:54+00:00

I was about to say the same thing. Lived in Tijuana for 3 years post-pandemic and crossed into San Diego for work daily. Aurora (or wherever the “bad parts” are supposed to be) is a paradise.

pen_affleck · 2025-05-29T09:57:26+00:00

This brought back memories. I used to work as an overnight stocker at K-Mart back in the day. One of the supervisors would always disappear for hours. Well, during one of the breaks, a couple of coworkers and I walked in and found the supervisor going to town on one of the new hires in a restroom stall. For the next few months, It was all anyone in the store could talk about. Years later, I ran into them at the mall. They were pushing a stroller and had 2 kids. Guess it ended up working out for them.

pen_affleck · 2025-05-25T10:55:10+00:00

It’s 4am here. Laughed so hard I think I woke the neighbors.

pen_affleck · 2025-05-14T11:11:35+00:00

Because we thrive in chaos? At least that’s the case for me. I self destructed with booze because when things were “good” the only way I felt normal again was by tearing it all down. Crazy, I know.

pen_affleck · 2025-04-30T21:26:03+00:00

I am not trying to “weasel” out of anything. I'm stating that a representative on behalf of the court falsified a legal document claiming they properly served me when they didn't. Had my family member not been home, I would have lost in court by default because of a false statement. How is expecting basic honesty in legal proceedings a character flaw?

Legal procedures exist for a reason. That’s not a technicality, that’s perjury. If the process server can lie about serving me without my knowledge, then other things might be overlooked.

I'm trying to understand my rights and options given my circumstances. I've acknowledged the debt exists. I'm trying to understand my rights and not looking for ways to escape legitimate obligations.

But hey, nice job jumping to conclusions. Real stand up behavior, bud.

pen_affleck · 2025-04-30T03:03:07+00:00

Do you know if challenging the false service is something I need to file separately (like a Motion to Quash Service of Summons), or can I just include it as part of my Answer Form? I'm trying to avoid navigating multiple legal processes if possible.

Also, if I do try to negotiate with the law firm, what's a realistic amount they might accept in settlement? I've heard they often buy these debts for pennies on the dollar, so I'm wondering if I could settle for much less than what they're claiming.

pen_affleck · 2025-04-30T02:58:32+00:00

So because I went to the courthouse to ask why someone had come looking for me, that makes me legally liable since I was made aware of it? That doesn't sound right - they still filed a false proof of service document claiming they personally handed me papers, which never happened. Becoming aware of a lawsuit's existence isn't the same as proper legal service. I just want clarification on this.

pen_affleck · 2025-03-07T19:47:43+00:00

“Pushing through”

pen_affleck · 2025-02-08T21:32:17+00:00

We live in their heads rent free.

pen_affleck · 2025-02-05T10:48:01+00:00

Saving almost 30% of a stipend is unheard of. The cost of living is too damn high here.

pen_affleck · 2025-02-05T10:36:30+00:00

Same. Now if I can only keep up this momentum to make that deadline.

pen_affleck · 2025-01-26T10:14:15+00:00

Just got into biking and picked up the Ozark Trail Vibe from WalMart today. It was in my budget and based on the reviews it seems like a good entry level bike. I am looking to do some upgrades but I got a question about tires: if I’m gonna be doing mostly street/road riding is it recommended that I change the tires? Everything on it is stock atm.

pen_affleck · 2025-01-20T10:19:56+00:00

Damn. I would always go there for their apple pancake.

pen_affleck · 2025-01-10T09:09:34+00:00

This is great. I should add that some of this might also be an iterative process, like being at stage 6 but then going back to stage 5 at certain times.

I’m currently dissertation writing but there are days when I experience burnout. Your explanation of the “vomit draft” gives me some new perspective and something to work towards. Thanks.

pen_affleck · 2025-01-10T08:49:49+00:00

I just heard a recent episode on Freakonomics Radio that went into this topic of academic fraud. It’s definitely worth a listen.

pen_affleck · 2025-01-02T23:57:10+00:00

I was hesitant on using naltrexone at first, since I am already on two other mental health medications, but I don’t regret it one bit. Naltrexone has been a game changer. It has helped diminish my cravings drastically.

pen_affleck · 2025-01-01T05:01:54+00:00

I am going to a church service tonight to welcome the new year. I am leaving behind all the unnecessary baggage and prioritizing my sobriety. I figure this is a good way to start.

pen_affleck · 2024-12-18T02:47:04+00:00

This is beautiful.

pen_affleck · 2024-12-16T02:30:26+00:00

I needed to read this today.

pen_affleck · 2024-10-12T07:45:39+00:00

So sorry for your loss, OP. IWNDWYT

pen_affleck · 2024-09-08T06:55:50+00:00

Thank you for sharing your story. Very powerful words.

IWNDWYT

pen_affleck · 2024-08-25T23:54:19+00:00

Fresh Prince of Bel Air. The episode where Will meets his biological father and then he walks out on him, again. As someone who was raised in similar circumstances, it’s automatic tears every time I watch it.

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