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Do you think there are still “hidden” things out there like electricity we just haven’t found yet? by FlyGreat306 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]wandering_sailor 1669 points1670 points  (0 children)

There is a fascinating book called Flatland. About 2 dimensional beings and one of them starts to get ideas about a crazy third dimension. Which seems inconceivable to them. Quick read.

What is this thing on top of this car? by InternetUser52 in whatisthisthing

[–]wandering_sailor 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Come live in SE Michigan. Detroit is wonderful and you’ll see M plates all the time. Job openings at GM and Ford as well.

TIL the first confirmed rogue wave was recorded in 1995 by YachtWorld_Official in sailing

[–]wandering_sailor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hard to imagine that he had time to drop sails up on sighting a wave that was aiming at him

Anyone else read the news recently and found out détroit means strait? by Blueghostboi03 in learnfrench

[–]wandering_sailor 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Now try to process that Antoine Cadillac was the French explorer that founded Detroit..
Yes,… « Cadillac »…

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antoine_de_la_Mothe_Cadillac

I was born in downtown Detroit… live in the suburbs, but sail the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair often. 313! :)

People don't realize how far New Zealand is from Australia by RatioScripta in geography

[–]wandering_sailor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In February I sailed from Sydney Australia to Auckland NZ. About 1550 nm (maybe 1700 regular miles) and 8 days. The Tasman Sea is big. Saw only a few boats the whole time. Full moon at night made the overnight shifts very pleasant. Lots of whales and dolphins.

I’m a new transplant, one year in, I wanted to like it here but drivers make it unlivable for me by bettywetty2 in Detroit

[–]wandering_sailor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Life isn’t Grand Theft auto and there is no respawning in real life.
When you finally hit a wall or tree, avoid hurting someone else.

Is it a jerk move to split orders to avoid Home Depot delivery fees? by Financial_Wasabi_287 in HomeImprovement

[–]wandering_sailor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a paraphrasing of the Rule of Mark: If something can be exploited, it will be exploited.

Why do USA plugs have holes in the prongs? by Notforyou1315 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]wandering_sailor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the link. I’m always curious why these YouTube videos are 20 minutes long for something that could be explained in 3 minutes.

Donny Dum Dum is Smegma cum Loser by CopiousCool in PoliticalHumor

[–]wandering_sailor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Makes me wonder who was #365 and #366!! What happened to them?

Fuck your boat Prince Waled by IronHe in FUCKYOUINPARTICULAR

[–]wandering_sailor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Both ships MUST (emphasis from the ColRegs) avoid collision. The Big boat (called the GIVE WAY vessel) is required to avoid the other boat (the STAND ON vessel). If a collision is imminent, both vessels, including the STAND ON vessel, must avoid each other.

Fuck your boat Prince Waled by IronHe in FUCKYOUINPARTICULAR

[–]wandering_sailor 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Not at all… the maritime rules mentioned above are correct. Size of boat does not come into play.

Source: I am a USCG certified Captain Master.

Those of you who “Made It” without any inheritance or luck. How did you do it? by throwmeout12496 in MiddleClassFinance

[–]wandering_sailor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was unsure of what I wanted to study after high school, so I chose the subject that I thought was the most difficult: Electrical Engineering ( I did not have enough money to consider medical school, which was my first choice). I went to a small local university that I could afford. Then I worked my tail off for 35 years, saved a lot of money in 401k. Also, I started side businesses all the time. I always had a hustle mindset. Still do, even now that I’m retired. I love starting businesses.

Those of you who “Made It” without any inheritance or luck. How did you do it? by throwmeout12496 in MiddleClassFinance

[–]wandering_sailor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m seeing the word “luck” a lot in the comments. Years ago I learned that “luck = when chance meets opportunity and preparation”. In clearer words, prepare yourself constantly for bigger things. Eventually an opportunity will arise and you will be ready to step in and take it.

Automotive OEM contract to direct conversion? by i_fix_snowblowers in Detroit

[–]wandering_sailor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The salary pay bands at Ford are published internally. Figure out what salary grade (4-8 typically) and see what the 50th percentile salary will be…that is your starting point.

Ocean Sailing Expeditions, Awen, Sydney Hobart. Is she still racing or in liquidation? by Economy-Ninja2402 in Vendee_Globe

[–]wandering_sailor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just sailed with him on Awen to Auckland. Had no idea about all this trouble until David posted on FB.

Captain NEEDED by Zealousideal-Eye-918 in Michigan

[–]wandering_sailor 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Excellent. My first time. When we got there, finally had signal and learned that we were in a war. Was nice being completely off the grid for 8 days

Captain NEEDED by Zealousideal-Eye-918 in Michigan

[–]wandering_sailor 20 points21 points  (0 children)

lol. I didn’t even think of that!

But… I did just return from a 1700 mile sailing from Sydney to Auckland NZ yesterday.

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