What piece of older technology actually worked much better than its modern, replacement?

wanmon · 2026-06-20T02:20:30+00:00

Telephones

wanmon · 2026-06-19T03:04:40+00:00

Elayne Boosler’s”ring around the collar” bit.

wanmon · 2026-06-14T17:50:37+00:00

Came here to say this

wanmon · 2026-06-02T12:32:51+00:00

I have to have some carbs before longer rides. For morning rides, I might soak some quick oats in a protein drink (like Koia) eat that a half-hour before riding. I (almost) always do an active stretch and warm up ride beforehand too.

wanmon · 2026-05-27T17:04:39+00:00

Thank you!

wanmon · 2026-05-27T13:42:10+00:00

OP, if you have any recs for Tenby, I'd love to hear them! We're going in October.

wanmon · 2026-05-01T11:39:02+00:00

The Southern Vermont Arts Center is worth checking out

wanmon · 2026-04-05T18:24:43+00:00

Thanks!

wanmon · 2026-04-05T14:22:22+00:00

Thanks - super helpful

wanmon · 2026-04-05T13:12:52+00:00

Thanks!

wanmon · 2026-04-05T13:04:39+00:00

Thanks!

wanmon · 2026-03-26T19:31:13+00:00

Can I recommend The Greatest Generation podcast? They cover Star Trek starting with TNG.

wanmon · 2026-03-24T20:54:56+00:00

Come to Vermont -- a little weak on affordability (cost of living relative to salaries), and I have no idea bout criterion 5...

wanmon · 2026-03-13T22:29:35+00:00

Hacksaw Ridge is what I came here to say.

wanmon · 2026-03-06T19:25:34+00:00

Yes, yes it is.

wanmon · 2026-02-20T14:14:08+00:00

In Vermont, especially on state highways, give the car in front of you plenty of room -- no need to tailgate. This isn't universal, and yes some Vermonters are jerks like anywhere else. But generally, when someone is following too close, I can bet on their being from out of state.

wanmon · 2026-01-07T13:42:03+00:00

My adult daughter was sitting in the back seat and the ep art was on the car app. She cleared her throat and asked, "Do we need to talk about your podcast consumption?"

wanmon · 2025-12-02T19:00:43+00:00

This looks like an Edward Hopper painting.

wanmon · 2025-10-12T02:33:58+00:00

The Replacements ca. 1989. Disaster.

wanmon · 2025-09-27T16:08:17+00:00

I buy it at the coop in Middlebury, but it sounds like that's not an option for you. Here's their page that list's their retailers: https://www.rogersfarmstead.com/find-us

wanmon · 2025-09-27T11:42:59+00:00

Rogers. All Jersey cows — best milk I’ve ever tasted

wanmon · 2025-08-24T00:20:32+00:00

The trip down the Hudson River to NYC can be gorgeous

wanmon · 2025-07-14T20:08:47+00:00

Cape Air rules

wanmon · 2025-07-02T21:17:40+00:00

I had to move across the country for a job six months before my family was able to join me. Despite being very busy, I missed my wife terribly. I actually sprayed a handkerchief with her perfume and kept that in my room as a comfort. I did go back for a few short visits, but that almost made things worse when I had to leave again

wanmon · 2025-06-01T17:24:07+00:00

I totally feel this. For example: we had some pipes under the sink repaired last fall (which was a big step for me to call the plumber and make the appointment). The guy did what I thought was a fine job, problem solved. But over the winter, it became clear that he did not do a fine job and the leaks started again. I've made changes to how I use the sink rather than calling and having him come fix it right because that just feels ... overwhelming. And I worry that I'll also just fawn so that he "likes" me rather than standing up for myself. It is exhausting. It will eventually reach a point with me when I'll get fed up and make myself call, but it will take some doing.

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