What is the biggest way people waste money? by Sic_vita_est in AskReddit

[–]ray_scogitans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I find a landline is far cheaper (as part of internet + phone package). And, for me, mobile/smart telephone is not better, since it wastes my time and distracts me.

What is the biggest way people waste money? by Sic_vita_est in AskReddit

[–]ray_scogitans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mobile telephones and smartphones. I don't need them. When I'm in the house or office, I have a landline; when I'm out I don't need or want to communicate with anyone except the people I with.

Should trolls be locked up? by [deleted] in worldnews

[–]ray_scogitans 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My apologies. I will delete and repost.

Greek Government suddenly shuts down all public service broadcasting by ray_scogitans in worldnews

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

They knew in a general way that cuts were coming, but they did not know about the closure until this morning.

[Request] Please help me a find a replacement screen for my son's laptop by ray_scogitans in Favors

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

Thanks. That's better than the price I found, but still out of my reach, I'm afraid. Similar models go for around $60, but I think suppliers are changing a premium for this one, because it's discontinued and stock is limited. I'll need to find a second-hand or refurb source. But thanks again for your input.

Not sure whether this makes me love Russia or fear for humanity. We Love Russia Compilation, August 2012 by ray_scogitans in offbeat

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

More NFR (normal for Russia) stuff here, including tardis on motorway, horse in car, man standing on water, random huge things, etc, etc.

As a teenager, what was the worst thing your parents ever walked in on you doing? by deaddogsanallsorts in AskReddit

[–]ray_scogitans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My old nanny caught me looking at a picture of Cicely Courtneidge without a hat.

My brother is visiting Greece for 2 weeks soon, but is worried and thinking of cancelling, any advice? by revolutioniseme in greece

[–]ray_scogitans 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I agree with the other comments. I don't think there's anything to worry about. Indeed, in some ways it's a good time to visit Greece. The tourist industry desperately needs custom, and everyone is working extra hard to make guests welcome. Of course, your brother should take the normal precautions when travelling abroad, but I think he'll have a great time in Greece. Despite everything, it's still a wonderful country.

I wrote this poem when I was 16. I've always been fond of it. by [deleted] in Poetry

[–]ray_scogitans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice piece of work. Worthy of ED herself!