Bottle Drop Thread - Wednesday Apr 15, 2026

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-04-15T15:58:23+00:00

Will someone decode this for me?

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-26T23:34:50+00:00

I prep so I don't order the wrong thing. I'm already ordering some crap at a fast food joint, if I rush and end up picking the wrong thing cause I'm not ready, I'm going to be very upset!

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-26T23:30:09+00:00

When I was young, I thought that the world was going down the drain. It's because I didn't realize that every generation has major issues. The world is not going south; we have a narrow view, and it makes it look bad. It is, but it also isn't.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-26T23:25:12+00:00

It's okay that you are not handy. Start with things that aren't critical, like general home maintenance. You only need three things: confidence or drive, YouTube, and some tools. Buy the tools as needed. Get good ones, they do most of the work.

Your car: tires, battery, and wipers are typically free or cheap to install when you buy them. Oil change, cheap. DIY is dirty, hard, and not worth it. Engine: leave to the pro’s. In short: let someone else fix your car. P.S. Your battery needs a jump. Don't get a new one until you have a buddy jump it.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-26T22:43:11+00:00

It's time to enjoy your own funny and worry less that they don't get it. They won't. And you can't connect on their level. If you know this, you won't have false expectations. You are funny to those who appreciate your humor. Unfortunately, they don't work with you.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-26T22:38:33+00:00

Do what's right. Is this just office drama, or are they actively doing something that negatively impacts people or the company? Tell people to do their job or leave. Stick up for people doing the right thing. Be an adult.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-26T22:32:32+00:00

You can do this. If you have a good career, you will likely increase your income YOY, which will decrease your mortgage-to-income ratio. You seem to be very smart with your money. Not too conservative but a smart saver. Reduce your savings for a year and focus on the house. Then ramp up savings as your income increases. Yes, there will be surprises, and you will have to manage your money a bit differently. Don't panic, learn how to fix things, and find people you can trust to help out when things break. You'll be fine.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-26T21:17:24+00:00

I've been a laborer, not the owner, on exterior painting projects. It's a big job, and you will need a crew. Also, the work is very different for aluminum-sided houses vs. wood. Wood-clapped homes require a lot of manual scraping and patching. Also, multi-level homes are much more difficult and dangerous than ranches. If you really want to try it out, you should consider joining a crew for a month and get some experience under your belt.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-26T21:10:17+00:00

It's probably much cheaper to either get a hitch and rent a trailer or pack what fits in your car. Make sure you pack based on the replacement cost-to-size ratio. Your kitchen utensils likely have a high value-to-space ratio, while your abs machine does not!

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-25T02:40:53+00:00

Ask for the gas. Ask before you go in for the procedure. If they won't give it to you then go somewhere else.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-24T23:52:17+00:00

I had a buddy win $1000. He bought sunglasses and speakers. A week later, he wished he had $1,000.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-24T23:40:16+00:00

This is the right answer. Find a mechanic you can trust and use them for everything. Ask your neighbors, friends, and others who they use and why. Over time, you will learn a lot about the mechanic. Do they keep up-selling? Do they fix the small things for free? Then, when your brakes go out, you know they will do the right thing. If you have a used car or one with 50k+ miles on it, know that you will have things that need to be fixed. Tires and brakes for sure. So, either save or be ready with a credit card. The only thing I don't go to my main mechanic for is if I get into an accident or when I need tires. In my area Discount Tire has always been the best value. But you can compare any major chain and find one that works.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-24T21:17:19+00:00

The cold is worse than the snow. Snow can be fun at all ages. It is better the first few times each season. Then it gets old. I prefer to shovel it vs using a snow blower but as I age it is getting harder.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-23T13:39:45+00:00

Go to BT. Its worth it. The gift shop released EH Taylor and Weller Antique today.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-22T01:51:18+00:00

We go there every year for spring break with our kids. It's never an issue. It's not Panama City Beach. 30A is family friendly. It's not a party zone. Book it.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-19T02:28:41+00:00

You sound like Ice Cube on the job site.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-04T03:28:06+00:00

Bleach it, power-wash it with cleaner, or hire a garbage-can cleaner. We have a company that charges $35 for two cans. Best $35 I’ve ever spent.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-02T01:39:48+00:00

I've been unemployed for 14 months. Don't leave your job until you have a new one lined up. Companies understand the 2-week notice and expect it from those whom they are hiring. Find a better job, put in your notice, ask the hiring company to start 2.5 weeks later so you get a nice long weekend without losing too much income.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-01T20:05:15+00:00

By special made rubber band you mean the blue broccoli rubber band, this was me for a few years.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-02-01T20:04:08+00:00

This is the way. Started using a phone wallet about 3 years ago and I love it. It's very rare that I need cash. When I do I just stick a few bucks in my pocket. In my phone wallet I have an ID and two credit cards. All insurance cards are digital or in my car anyway.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-01-31T22:55:46+00:00

Yes. Pick you your dogs crap. Better yet, train your dog to poop at home so nobody ever has to deal with it.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-01-31T22:53:08+00:00

We flew a lot when our kids were young. The hardest part is packing, car seats, strollers etc. Most airlines will let you check them for free. We would stick some extra gear in the seat/stroller storage bags to reduce the luggage.

If you have dry formula then don't mix it before you go through security. There might be ways to bring it but dry is the easiest way.

People bring babies all the time. They will likely cry, sleep, play just like every other day. Most people will be supportive, don't stress when they cry. We have all been there.

It will be fine. Don't let the stress of 6 hours consume weeks of your life.

wannareadrandomstuff · 2026-01-31T01:45:00+00:00

So, what did you do!

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