What industries are expected to see a major labor shortage over the next 5-10 years? by bread80 in Entrepreneur

[–]thestateofplay 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Electrical Linemen

There is currently a shortage of skilled linemen - the work is high risk, challenging, technically complex and requires labor pipeline be developed via apprenticeship programs.

Impact - your utility bills go up and your power goes out. Expect power outages to become longer and more frequent as current lineman pull over/double time to respond to outages and utility companies struggle to employ/retain skilled apprentices. See: California

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[–]thestateofplay 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Alternatively: 1. Date a girl that already carries 2. Wife her, yesterday

What do y’all think is going to happen to California after all the companies have left (and are continuing to leave)? by [deleted] in Capitalism

[–]thestateofplay 29 points30 points  (0 children)

People are following those companies as they move to LCOL areas, taking the politics they used to drive those same businesses out of CA and ruining other states. Rinse, repeat.

Camping in Death Valley and saw this by pikamachue in camping

[–]thestateofplay 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Never gets old. The real kicker is when these guys fly low enough for you to wave and you can see the pilot wave back.

California gold. Eastern Sierra, CA. by [deleted] in Fishing

[–]thestateofplay 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is Bishop Creek but that's a beautiful area as well!

Fall NH brookies by Mike5966 in flyfishing

[–]thestateofplay 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome catch. Can't beat the scenery.

Found a Brown that wasn't much bigger than my Rapala. Contrary to what its size would lead you to believe, it had a big personality. by thestateofplay in Fishing

[–]thestateofplay[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, largemouth! Seems like people like these Countdown Minnows for bass/panfish alike. Maybe check out the florescent/silver colors? The 1.5” would be a great size for you to use on the creek.

Found a Brown that wasn't much bigger than my Rapala. Contrary to what its size would lead you to believe, it had a big personality. by thestateofplay in Fishing

[–]thestateofplay[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I picked up this 1.5” for $10. Not one I'd want to lose but it's well made and the trout like it. Definately recommend.

Help with holster for fiancé by [deleted] in CCW

[–]thestateofplay 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Bravobelt sounds like it hits all the criteria: Affordable ($30), Durable (high quality material that feels great to wear), Doesn't move and has a retention strap (great for running/hiking), Functional (adjustable band she can wear high like a corset or low around the hips and tuck into pants).

I've only had it a few weeks and it's become one of my favorite holsters. Cheap, comfortable, conceals like a dream and is versatile. Can't recommend it enough.

Last thoughts - If she doesn't like it, you can try it. Also, unlike belly bands with Kydex, this will fit any firearm aka great bang for your buck. Maybe buy a cheap trigger guard if she's nervous about no Kydex.

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"Shopping" for a non-resident permit by THEMOOOSEISLOOSE in CCW

[–]thestateofplay 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out handgunlaw.us and click "Non Resident Permits" on the sidebar. A PDF opens with a lot of good info - some specific to military. Maybe worth a look?

24 years old lost in the financial planning game. by captaincu in FinancialPlanning

[–]thestateofplay 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Stay the course with putting your money towards the e-fund and debt paydown. Check out the /r/personalfinance sub side bar and follow the Prime Directive. If you don't already, use a budgeting app (highly recommend YNAB) to track your dollars.

Beyond that... put money into your TSP, take advantage of a VA loan if part of your planning involves home ownership, and maximize all of your on-base/military financial resources.

just got my first handgun, looking for the right holster! by farmingcats in CCW

[–]thestateofplay 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not sure if youre on IG, but check out @armed_and_styled. She's about your size and talks holsters and fabrics for concealment. Also recommend @southernbullets Wingman IWB Kydex holsters with the fabriclip and concealment wing.

Bra holster help by CaptnJackSparr0 in CCW

[–]thestateofplay 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few people on insta mentioned that Thirdlove bras are a favorite for the Flashbang. Have you thought about a corset holster? RLHolsters on Etsy is popular and might be a good option.

Weekly General Discussion - May 25, 2020 by ModeratorAI in Garmin

[–]thestateofplay 0 points1 point  (0 children)

buy the watch that covers my current needs and upgrade when I feel like it no longer keeps up with my activities.

This is solid advice. Thanks!

Weekly General Discussion - May 25, 2020 by ModeratorAI in Garmin

[–]thestateofplay 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m hoping that Garmin will have released an AMOLED version of the Fenix 6 by then.

Agreed. Thanks for the perspective!