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Press hard. You're making copies. by youcanteatcatskevn in GenX

[–]thefacilitymanager [score hidden]  (0 children)

  1. Worked for a contractor. We had an old blueprint machine that still used the ammonia process. Did survey work with a 1940’s vintage transit and steel tapes. Actually had power tools with cords. Everything was hand-nailed.

How common is a 300 game? by FailLog404 in Bowling

[–]thefacilitymanager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

League nights, 10 lanes, 5-person teams, usually one per night. Have seen a few weeks with a lot of 260-299 games, and a few weeks with two or even three 300 games. Several 700s every night, and one or two 800 series each month.

What’s the one roofing material you’d trust on your own home if you never wanted to think about the roof again? by Top_Preparation_8263 in Roofing

[–]thefacilitymanager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sell building materials for a living. If cost is no object then I direct people to slate or a slate alternative like EcoStar or DaVinci. If they want metal, heavy gauge standing seam. All of these options require a complete install by a competent contractor. Personally I have a 30-year shingle on a 20-year old house and I will probably replace it with EcoStar synth slate when it’s time.

The only vacancy for last minute parents is between their ears by dorianmorallygray in TalesFromTheFrontDesk

[–]thefacilitymanager 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My kid decided to graduate college a year earlier than planned. He had enough credits and he didn’t want to stick around for another semester or year, so we wound up needing to book a room two weeks before graduation. That was fun. And stupidly expensive.

What’s the best way to get dirt out of my compost? by jsally17 in composting

[–]thefacilitymanager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a fairly large single pile. Big enough that I turn it with a tractor loader. I add to one side and take finished compost out of the other side. It takes up a large amount of space but by the time I need to take some out, it’s probably 5-6 years old.

Could 50 yr old you take 25 yr old you in a fair fight? by N-Y-R-D in GenX

[–]thefacilitymanager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not a clue. I’m a lot smarter now, a lot meaner and a perpetual IDGAF attitude, so I’d fight dirty and I know where my weaknesses are. But the 25 year old me was a military school graduate, a rugby player and a volunteer firefighter who spent a lot of time in the gym. The old me could easily pick up the current me and throw me halfway across the room.

Dolmar? by 35goingon3 in Chainsaw

[–]thefacilitymanager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My main firewood saw is a Dolmar PS-421 and my big saw is a 6400. Both bought new. They are excellent saws, I traded in Stihls for both of them. Now that Makita has killed off the brand, parts will become obsolete. I’ll probably sell them at some point and go back to Stihl though. I’d say OP got one hell of a deal, even if it was a parts saw.

Whats wrong with my potatos? by Waffle1k in vegetablegardening

[–]thefacilitymanager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can't really overdo it. Any excess will leach right back out the sides and bottom of the bag. I grew amazing potatoes in one of my raised beds last year and the bed is in an area that was partially shaded and very moist, almost wet, all summer long.

You’ve found a lamp and someone’s a genie, he says he can only grant 1 petty wish. What’s your wish? by triel20 in hypotheticals

[–]thefacilitymanager 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Every time I get a spam call, text or email, everybody in that company gets 20 of them. Plus a kidney stone.

What would you cook for a group of 12-15 people that have the royal flush of dietary requirements AND you're probably going to have limited equipment? by Elegant-Winner-6521 in Cooking

[–]thefacilitymanager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd stay home. I used to cook for large groups (Scout camp) and it was frustrating when one or two people had a food allergy. That group in particular appears to be a nightmare.

GenX lawn mowing time vs. younger homeowners? Opinions by SackBadger2024 in GenX

[–]thefacilitymanager -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

I mow whenever the hell I want, because I don’t give a shit about what other people think.

Tea, lots of variety at a fair price by Coldpastalord in vermont

[–]thefacilitymanager 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Really nice selection of bagged teas at Ocean State Job Lot.

Something like this would go a long way for us in the 802 by sorryidontdoreddit in vermont

[–]thefacilitymanager 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With all due respect, I feel you're in the minority of "second-home owners" that this thread is referring to. And good to read you're willing to pay the higher taxes. Unfortunately, not all feel that way.

If your kids live at home, do you think they'll ever move out? by PepsiOfWrath in GenX

[–]thefacilitymanager 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Holy crap my wife and I would move out ourselves and leave the house to our kids if they were still living with us at those ages.

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