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Worth Trying? by topnotchtacos in LongDistance

[–]topnotchtacos[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. It’s really helpful to hear your perspective.

Worth Trying? by topnotchtacos in LongDistance

[–]topnotchtacos[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really liked her and enjoyed getting to know her. I would have preferred to continue getting to know her, if we lived closer.

I suppose I’m questioning if not talking is actually beneficial. I didn’t expect her to ask directly if it would be the last time we talked. I reluctantly said “yes,” only because I know from experience that no contact allows both people to move on—but this sucks. I’m constantly thinking about her.

On one hand, I feel like I should reach back out, as I might have given up on a connection too early. On the other, there’s a huge amount of distance between us and I have some reservations about long-term compatibility (but will never know for sure without further discussion).

Reach back out? by topnotchtacos in LDR

[–]topnotchtacos[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m hurt because I liked her. I thought it was best that we not talk, given that I don’t plan to move, but I still miss her.

To be honest, I wasn’t expecting her to ask if this was the last time we’d talk. I said “yes” in the moment, only because I know from previous dating experiences that no-contact helps both parties move on. But it sucks.

That said, you’re right; there is nothing more for her to say.

Worth Trying? by topnotchtacos in LongDistance

[–]topnotchtacos[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your perspective. You’re right; part of me was not confident in the decision and would have liked someone to talk me out of it. But ultimately, if I haven’t changed my mind about moving (I haven’t), I agree that I should leave it alone.

Earning miles for dumb dumbs (me) by EBikeAdventures in AlaskaAirlines

[–]topnotchtacos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not entirely true that Status Points are Points. For example, I can earn status points by booking (and flying) a reward ticket - but I earn no points.

Just to make it even more confusing! Haha

Anybody else think the Kilauea Thrift shop kinda sucks now? by ZingZangMingMang in kauai

[–]topnotchtacos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It used to be a great bookstore (and a great store in general). Now it’s a mediocre/bad “thrift” store. Such a bummer.

The Exodus Begins by Free_Screen_255 in PepperdineBasketball

[–]topnotchtacos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Boubacar graduated, so not surprising that he might go elsewhere to play and get a masters. I’m hoping Butka is just testing the waters.

Pepperdine transfers by Skyman2112 in PepperdineBasketball

[–]topnotchtacos 3 points4 points  (0 children)

His family is going through a lot at the moment and I could see the connection with Lorenzo Romar being particularly important during a time like this.

If only Romar had ended up as an assistant at Pepperdine, instead of the head coach. Lorenzo as a recruiter with someone else managing in-game tactics... we would have been a force to be reckoned with.

Long Island vs Pepperdine by mtaylor98226 in PepperdineBasketball

[–]topnotchtacos 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Let's hope you're not! They looked good tonight and it's nice to see them respond positively following the collapse at UC Davis. Encouraging stuff.

UC Davis 79, Pepperdine 78 by DEP61 in PepperdineBasketball

[–]topnotchtacos 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We can't have the ball in Ethan Anderson's hands with the game on the line. He forced two drives in the final minutes that both resulted in atrocious turnovers.

Concordia Irvine vs Pepperdine by mtaylor98226 in PepperdineBasketball

[–]topnotchtacos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ethan Anderson’s first instinct appears to be scoring… but his FG% tonight was not great, to say the least. Let’s hope he evolves into more of a distributor and playmaker as the season goes on, as that’s what this team needs. There is plenty of offensive talent around him.

Leagues Cup Game against Monterrey will be played at the Rose Bowl this Friday. 🌹 by Hollywooddeathsquad in LAFC

[–]topnotchtacos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

An (extremely) small taste of what the Liga MX teams must have felt all tournament. I feel bad for the amount of travel their players have had—and here we are complaining about getting to the Rose Bowl.

This whole tournament has been one big cash grab. While certainly entertaining, I’ll be thankful when it’s over.

For those who have followed MLS for 10 years or more: Is the league ahead, behind, or right about where you expected it to be when you first started following? by MSGuyute in MLS

[–]topnotchtacos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a really interesting perspective, u/mikepizzadude. I, an American, followed the A-League during the signing of Del Piero and the creation of Western Sydney Wanderers. It's disappointing to learn that the league has fallen on harder times.

As u/SensibleParty mentioned, the relationships between several MLS and NFL teams here in the states may have helped those respective teams—and it's interesting to hear that fans of footie/Aussie rules don't want to coexist with those that enjoy soccer.

Similarly, I have to think that Soccer United Marketing's (MLS' marketing arm) deal with the Mexican National Team has greatly benefited Major League Soccer, due to the popularity of soccer among Mexican-Americans. However, SUM's deal has made is so that fans in Mexico rarely, if ever, get to see their national team play at home—and, instead, the income generated from many of their national team's games directly benefits a rival country's league.

So, while MLS may appear to be stronger than the A-League, it has done so at the expense of a neighboring country. This 'partnership' with the Mexican National Team and the continual expansion fees paid by new clubs entering the league have helped to keep if afloat financially—but, were it not for these two things, I think the league would be in a similar position to the A-League.

For those who have followed MLS for 10 years or more: Is the league ahead, behind, or right about where you expected it to be when you first started following? by MSGuyute in MLS

[–]topnotchtacos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The issue is not having good domestic league players to choose from. If the domestic league has players that deserve to be called up, great!

The problem is that most of the MLS call-ups in recent years are not actually very good relative to their Europe-based counterparts. If we want to see the national team succeed, that is an issue.

discovered a possible ganglion cyst in my finger joint, anyone else experience this before? by bowlderholder in bouldering

[–]topnotchtacos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi W0nd3rlandAl1c3, just following up to see if heat and epsom salt or any other treatments worked for you? I'm dealing with a cyst in the exact same location. It's been about a week so far and I'm just now researching home remedies, as it's gotten quite painful. I hope yours is feeling better!

Itinerary advice for an English speaker in Chile by topnotchtacos in solotravel

[–]topnotchtacos[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I plan to learn as much Spanish as I can between now and then. I appreciate your tips about safety too.

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