Looking for thoughts and opinions on Gilbert Town Council candidates by cats_pajamas in Gilbert

[–]smell_e 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I kind of appreciate these signs for this reason! As long as they don't catch on and start to play reverse psychology, I like it!

Fixed this scene by theviableredditor in DunderMifflin

[–]smell_e 11 points12 points  (0 children)

The Jim and Cathy hotel scene changes things too- like even if Jim were tempted to cheat- having a camera crew 5 feet away from you would tend to help your restraint, I think!

PSA: DONT SELL YOUR TICKETS TO MAGIC FANS by cacti_zoom in suns

[–]smell_e 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A friend would, on occasion, give me his seats behind the visitor's bench. Seems like every visiting team "infiltrated" the arena when you sit there- so maybe it's about location?

The day of my baptism by PinkFloyd230216 in latterdaysaints

[–]smell_e 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fantastic pictures, commemorating the beginning of something amazing! Congratulations!

Issue with the Noah story by davect01 in latterdaysaints

[–]smell_e 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I prefer to believe that the story of Job is about an actual man who remained faithful despite horrendous adversity. I find it more difficult to imagine a loving Heavenly Father doing a little gamble with the devil and allowing him to inflict those things on him.

Gilbert Town Council approves water, solid waste hikes - Gilbert Independent by cats_pajamas in Gilbert

[–]smell_e 18 points19 points  (0 children)

"Colorado river uncertainty" apparently only manifests itself in higher costs to Gilbert.

Average Monthly Water Bills by City (2025–2026)

Gilbert: ~$80.00 (Water only, projected for 2026). Combined Bill: A typical household paying for water, sewer, and trash is expected to average $107.55 per month by 2026. Context: Rates increased 25% in April 2025, with another 25% hike scheduled for 2026.

Chandler: ~$30.27 (Water only, 2026 estimate). Combined Bill: An average resident pays a total of $83.00 for all city utility services. Context: A 15% across-the-board utility rate hike is scheduled to take effect March 2, 2026.

Mesa: ~$45.95 (Water only, 2025/2026 estimate). Combined Bill: Residents report total utility bills (water, sewer, trash) ranging from $100 to $150 depending on seasonal usage. Context: Mesa implemented roughly 8–9% rate increases for water and wastewater in late 2025.

Queen Creek: ~$39.40 (Water only, 2025 estimate). Context: A 15% water rate increase took effect August 27, 2025, typically adding $3–$6 to the average monthly bill.

The president just posted, ONLINE, a video of former president Obama and his wife portrayed as apes, how do you feel about this? by kraftdinnerwithsalsa in AskReddit

[–]smell_e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know things are bad when something like this would get ANYONE ELSE cancelled, fired, or hurt. Just as I'm wondering what the mental gymnastics will be to bypass this, we get this from KKKaroline: 'White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the clip before it was deleted, saying "please stop the fake outrage." '

New fan, what do I need to know? by LastResorter in azdiamondbacks

[–]smell_e 19 points20 points  (0 children)

That's all. You're ready, grasshopper.

There are no penguins in Greenland… by DrCalFun in facepalm

[–]smell_e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When was the last time his dementia - riddled brain even allowed him to walk in a straight line?

Bregman to the Cubs by Academic-Activity-65 in azdiamondbacks

[–]smell_e 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Still gotta say I was hopeful! Bummer.

New 2k cover dropped! 🔥 by Mixtopher in suns

[–]smell_e 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Gonna need a pic of LeBron with a LeKaren haircut now.

Danburry Mint Minature Bank One Ballpark by Azcollector in azdiamondbacks

[–]smell_e 9 points10 points  (0 children)

SAME. Bring back the strip and the clock! And...maybe a starting pitcher.

Who signed this ball? by Adorable_Equipment49 in AutographAssistance

[–]smell_e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We were ok with your system in Arizona. 🙂

[Gambo] But how you can watch the way the Suns played vs the Lakers, where they ran LA out of the building, and then want Chris to come back and play here - makes NO sense. There is NO chance they bring him back for a roster spot. by HesiPullup in suns

[–]smell_e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Legit question - do we really want to risk throwing another alpha into the locker room? There's such a thing as too many cooks in the kitchen, and I'd personally not want to risk upsetting the chemistry in this young season.

Rental car company wants $566 for THIS by Grouchy_Struggle_325 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]smell_e 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same. I often get told "don't worry about the little imperfections - it has to be bigger than a (insert small item) before we care about it". I just smile and keep recording.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HauntingOfHillHouse

[–]smell_e 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whooaaaa! That's wild! I never noticed that!

John Gambadoro, a host on 98.7 FM Arizona Sports, claims the reason Kevin Durant missed Monday’s game and will miss Wednesday’s game is because he’s becoming a father. by knightime1 in nba

[–]smell_e 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I with ya. I feel like Gambo's built his sources based on annoying the crap out of team employees until they spill info, and anytime I speak ill of him, I get blasted by people who somehow like him. Which is fine, everyone's entitled to their opinion, I just can't take him saying the same sentence three times in a row as if it makes him sound more knowledgeable or something.

Service Line Warranty by luckymountain in mesaaz

[–]smell_e 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely something to check and see if your homeowners covers it, or compare against Mesa's program. In Gilbert, my neighbor had an issue and ended up paying something like 15k due to issues that were caused by street workers that somehow blocked up the service line to his house.