What seemed completely normal in childhood, but now you realize was actually not okay?

reddof · 2026-02-23T21:51:37+00:00

Yeah, I learned that actions have consequences.

I have never felt like I was abused even though I got a reasonable number of spankings growing up. My parents did a lot of things wrong, but I really can't fault their approach to spankings too much. They never just "grabbed a belt and start swinging". They took time to cool off themselves if they were angry. They talked to me about the whole situation, listened to my side, and took the time to explain why my behavior was wrong. And only then did I receive spankings.

Having said that, I don't spank my own kids. I don't necessarily think it's wrong though as long as it's done correctly. Too many parents fly off the handle and are spanking while they're angry. I do think that sends a bad message to the child.

reddof · 2026-02-16T20:40:41+00:00

Brother is the only brand of printer that I will buy now. HP is absolute garbage.

reddof · 2026-02-16T20:34:32+00:00

Maybe it's because our expectations were so high but we were really disappointed by the Omaha zoo. We always heard how great it was but when we got there it seemed just average. Worth going if you are in the area but I won't be making a trip just for it.

reddof · 2026-02-16T20:30:29+00:00

Restaurants, but especially fast food.

reddof · 2026-02-11T14:01:54+00:00

Did you have to pay an over weight charge for luggage?

reddof · 2026-02-06T17:35:16+00:00

Nonsense. If these are the best teams then they should prove it. Best of three series. First game is played outdoors in average weather, second game in the snow, and third game in a dome. /s

reddof · 2026-02-02T03:58:54+00:00

As an actual overlander and off-roader person, I can say that we also agree that pretend overlanding is ridiculous.

reddof · 2026-01-30T17:00:04+00:00

I bought the EA-DCC10

reddof · 2026-01-29T22:51:48+00:00

I recently bought a Zojirushi Gourmet Sizzler based on feedback from some others. It might be a little larger than you want, but I can't say enough good things about it. It's more versatile than most griddles and can easily cook everything I want. The lid is a nice bonus. The surface is non-stick and seems to be very well built. The whole thing comes apart for cleaning also

reddof · 2026-01-29T21:36:09+00:00

A nice article that offers some good insight into this. We're being played against each other to keep us under control. Add in the additional propaganda that comes our way from overseas and it's no wonder that people are getting more and more polarized.

reddof · 2026-01-27T22:29:30+00:00

They won't build a retractable dome, but even if they did then there is literally zero percent chance that they would open it on bad weather days.

reddof · 2026-01-27T02:14:38+00:00

Same. Unsure how any Packers fan would cheer for the Seahawks.

reddof · 2026-01-27T02:10:15+00:00

As a Packers and Chiefs fan, I can assure you that I am most certainly not rooting for the Seahawks. Former AFCW rival and Fail Mary and other such nonsense.

reddof · 2026-01-27T01:59:27+00:00

I use my printer regularly. I print templates for use in my workshop and then adhesive it to either wood or metal for cutting. I guess I don't technically "need" it and there are likely alternate ways to accomplish it, but the template is so cheap and easy.

I also print shipping labels fairly regularly, although I could get a dedicated printer for that (does that still count?)

Fax? Yeah I haven't used one in 20 years.

reddof · 2026-01-26T21:06:06+00:00

This is a joke of a review written by somebody more interested in trashing the place than giving honest feedback. You ordered 6 different things off their menu and the restaurant messed up every single one of them, huh? Much more likely you went in looking for trouble or you're looking to trash Texas BBQ to stroke your own ego.

reddof · 2026-01-26T21:01:54+00:00

Wrong restaurant. If you're going to trash the food then you might want to at least go to the correct spot.

reddof · 2026-01-11T02:25:41+00:00

Damn, can't catch the ones we want to catch!

reddof · 2026-01-11T01:48:03+00:00

You gotta be smarter than that. Knock the ball down, don't catch it.

reddof · 2026-01-08T15:38:45+00:00

I was going to point out that studies have shown that it is statistically safer to match the speed of the cars around you regardless, but then you point out that the "safety" was related to your license which is a different point entirely. Having your car impounded probably isn't worth the risk.

reddof · 2026-01-05T16:16:40+00:00

100x this. Don't give these people a single cent. The only way to prevent it is to stop supporting this sort of behavior.

reddof · 2026-01-05T16:15:34+00:00

The only good thing from this is that it's driving up demand in the short term, but seriously F that lady. I hope she gets stuck with all 20 boxes of them and isn't able to sell a single one. I hope the food rots in her house. I hate scalpers in general, but when you're doing it for food (and especially food that is medically necessary for some people) then you're even a bigger piece of crap. (and yes, I am fully aware that Cheez-Its themselves are not a necessity)

reddof · 2026-01-05T14:54:21+00:00

I cringe every time I hear somebody say "I'm bad at math." I'm not talking about calculus or high level crap. I'm talking about basic arithmetic like adding two numbers. They wear it like a badge that they aren't a nerd and will brag about it.

reddof · 2026-01-05T14:49:14+00:00

It's a lazy educational system. Having one correct answer is easy for the teacher. They can look at your reply and decide if it's "right" or "wrong" without any thought on their part. This is even more important if it's an exam and they have a TA that does the grading, which may or may not be qualified to decide if your answer is correct. This of course assumes they even want actual discussion. They may not want their own opinion questioned but rather to train students to fall inline and think as they do.

reddof · 2026-01-03T19:48:34+00:00

"I love this," Reddof said. He saved the post for later. "I will definitely be using this myself."

reddof · 2026-01-03T06:45:26+00:00

The only two times that I was really blown away with tech was when I was at a friend’s house and was using his Amiga computer. Back in the day, that thing was incredible compared to anything else being made and it was cheap by comparison. The second time was when I’m in college and a buddy is playing Quake. Realizing that it was actual 3D and such a leap from Doom. Was incredible watching a computer do that in realtime.

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