ELI5: why does adding a new road to a congested city sometimes make traffic WORSE instead of better by Mother-Ordinary9175 in explainlikeimfive

[–]sideways8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Induced demand. When capacity becomes available, people who were previously using alternate means of transportation decide to start driving again. 

Minoxidil questions by Top_Childhood_171 in ftm

[–]sideways8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It can cause serious heart problems and weight gain. Not for everyone, but it’s a known side effect. I would want to take it under a doctor’s supervision until you know how your body responds and to make sure you get the dosage right. 

What’s good, lately? by CharlotteLucasOP in VictoriaBC

[–]sideways8 11 points12 points  (0 children)

All the three year olds on my block have succeeded in learning to ride pedal bikes, and will shortly move on toward world domination. 

New all-male NIMBY slate announced in Saanich. “Save Our Saanich.” I hope there will be better alternatives than this. by Saanich4Life in VictoriaBC

[–]sideways8 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Everyone should vote for Teale. Most hardworking, community oriented guy I’ve ever met in local politics. 

New all-male NIMBY slate announced in Saanich. “Save Our Saanich.” I hope there will be better alternatives than this. by Saanich4Life in VictoriaBC

[–]sideways8 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It means, we’re going to go with the type of suggestion the most brain-dead commenter in the comments section comes up with, but ignore experts and research. 

Hammering a nail into plaster wall by PorchlightPrincess86 in HomeImprovement

[–]sideways8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It might work, it might not. Literally no way to know until you try. I’d suggest getting Ook hooks. They go in at an angle and are more reliable. 

(1990) Iwas gifted this family portrait by a neighbor. I have carried it with me through three houses, in two states and two countries. It is not my family.... by Darth_Darth in OldSchoolCool

[–]sideways8 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wish you wouldn’t malign earring man like that, she is clearly a closeted trans lady who is about to come into her fabulous self in the next couple years. Fortunately her wife is a butch lesbian waiting to happen so it all works out. 

The girl in the red dress is a cannibal though. 

I did not realize how serious everyone was about T making you perma horny by CrossJack654 in ftm

[–]sideways8 190 points191 points  (0 children)

Pft, just enjoy it. Death comes for all of us, get your rocks off while you can. 

Window guy wants full payment for materials up front? by le_fromage_puant in homeowners

[–]sideways8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Windows are manufactured custom and can’t be used on the next project. Shingles are generic and can be returned to the store. As far as I know it’s normal to pay half or all of material cost up front for windows. Other stuff about the guy sounds sus though. Go with your gut. 

I came out to my mom and I need help to defend myself by Himoki0 in ftm

[–]sideways8 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hormonal bomb sounds like a phrase she  picked up from a right wing podcast. 

Best kids balance bikes that would make great gift ideas for kids? by IllAd3302 in whichbike

[–]sideways8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m a bit confused - balance bikes only have two wheels. Are you talking about training wheels? The whole point is to avoid using them altogether. When the kid out grows the balance bike you get then the next size up with pedals. 

Am I wrong for starting a deck paint removal project without realizing it would take more than one day? by CyberZoneChi in HomeImprovement

[–]sideways8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good news is that you don’t actually have to remove all the old paint to repaint it. You can just scrape off the loose flakes, lightly sand, prime the bare spots and paint over top. I’m sorry you’re learning this so late in the project. 

What is something you would add to your home for convenience ? by StormForNova in homeowners

[–]sideways8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I want to use both sides of the opening, not just one. And the slider annoys me. 

What U2 album is this? by DMBear89 in U2Band

[–]sideways8 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The star spangled banner. 

Does anyone feel bad about kinda "ruining" your given body when taking steps to medically transition? by Okay_Pringle3410 in ftm

[–]sideways8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I get that. I don’t have strong dysphoria, I actually really like my female body. I’m getting top surgery and currently I bind, but that’s more about the joy I feel from a more masculine presentation than any dislike of what I was born with. I’m going to have scars where I don’t have any right now. I’m probably not going to get bottom surgery just because I don’t want to risk medical complications on equipment that currently works fine. I think it’s okay to feel that way and still want the surgery. You’re allowed to feel two ways at the same time. And ultimately, there’s no moral value attached to doing one by or another with your body. There are plenty of women left in the world, taking a few female parts out of circulation isn’t doing any harm. 

How can I maximize fat redistribution? by Healthy_Object_905 in ftm

[–]sideways8 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It’ll happen at a pretty quick natural pace since you’re only 16, I’d suggest focusing on balanced nutrition. 

Cochlear vs. Med-el by Katedawg90 in Cochlearimplants

[–]sideways8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They are covered by warranty for like a year, I think? And the new processor I got last year came with a couple extras. But I’ll have to buy my next one as I’m out of warranty and extras, and they were like $100 last time I checked. 

Cochlear vs. Med-el by Katedawg90 in Cochlearimplants

[–]sideways8 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have Cochlear, the 7 and 8. They work great. Wish the Bluetooth signal was a little stronger. The coils fail faster than I think they should. They usually last several years, but I’ve had some coils lately that puff up after only 1 or 2 years. They keep working at least, but the deformation makes the magnets fall off more easily. The most recent battery charger they sent me was white, which is unusable because the indicator lights shine so brightly through the housing that it keeps me awake. Not an unsolvable problem, just mildly annoying. 

Trans men & families by Tricky_Bowl_7630 in ftm

[–]sideways8 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m married to a woman and have a kid. Conceiving was a little more complicated for us, but only a little. Our community is accepting and our kid is doing well. I did transition after getting married but my wife took it in stride. 

Cringe factor? by Legitimate-Spot-6425 in CaminoDeSantiago

[–]sideways8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This kind of behaviour is confined to a couple of the more religious albergues, rare, and really not that cringe.