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Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (How would you rate this game?)

2024.05.18 21:41 Slep1k Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (How would you rate this game?)

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (How would you rate this game?)
This is my experience with the story mode. Keep in mind that it differs from person to person and you shouldn’t compare yours with that of the others. ⬇️
💟 (Phenomenal) ✅ (Very Good) ✴️ (Good) ⛔️ (Bad)
STORY 💟
Storytelling 💟 - Starting with the low life gangsters and rising to the top of the world, just to be reminded where you came from. - Each mission has its own storyline, be it a simple job, a date, a well planed heist or a complex robbery. - Tenpenny vs CJ was a good battle, way too stretched and way too one sided though. Only the final mission had the chips turned upside down. - The Driver game by Reflections was played by nearly everyone during some cutscenes, funny how all of them sucked at it, myself included.
Characters 💟 - CJ was a good character. Way too vulnerable in my opinion. Everyone from the start of the game was pushing him around, using him, not taking him seriously, and what’s even worse, even by the end, I didn’t feel any power emanating from him. - Tenpenny and Samuel L. Jackson’s performance made this game a thousand times better. The lines, calmness, just two fucks given, a real motherfucker! - Catalina and Claude, yeah, Claude from GTA III made a cool presentation of how crazy women can be. She kept calling CJ throughout the game and expressing her love in a weird manner. - Sweet was a dumb fool. Having an opportunity to get out of the hood and live the life, he chose to stay within it and remain a low life, dragging everyone with him. - Big smoke was all talk and didn’t appear on screen for too long, which was a good thing. His whole part in this game was very confusing and didn’t provide any meaningful input. - Woozie was my favourite. Even when blind, he always knew that whichever path he followed, it would lead him to HIS destination.
Setting 💟 - The whole California vibe was incredible. - Starting with the low life hoods, then moving towards the unknown forests, deserts, and finally reaching the big city with all the casinos. - Los Santos was super detailed and didn’t lack any of its vibe.
Pacing ✴️ - Somewhat good. Starting slow, then blasting through a variety of missions, and finally ending with a well balanced pace. - Some missions are badly stretched and lack the fast travel option. - Driving around for 10 minutes just to arrive at your destination and failing due to a technical flaw in the game’s design is the most painful thing you can endure, even Souls games didn’t give me that much grief.
GAMEPLAY ✅
Controls ✅ - Enjoyable but very confusing at the start. Coming from GTA III & Vice City, this was a heavy change. - The auto aim works wonders, although sometimes it’s better to use manual. - Cars feel very good and you can actually improve their skill and controls. - Boats are very enjoyable with the quick turns and acceleration. - Helicopters and planes have a heavy feel, each one with a different control and feeling. Some buttons like the R3 to retract the wheels are wrong.
Mechanics 💟 - Starting with the gang territories, they were frustrating. Each one was confusing to acquire and by the end, a chore. - Like in Vice City there were properties which you acquired by completing missions with the usual cash reward. I so wished there was a taxi one which gave you the fast travel option. - There were some missions hunting bikers for cash and doing different jobs. - The gym for muscle growth, dating, driving, lung capacity and more, all of these had their meter to fill and felt like a chore. The flying and driving schools were cool though.
Exploration 💟 - Impressive for a game made in 2004. So many different buildings which weren’t marked on the map that you could enter. - Based on 3 huge islands there were a whole lot to explore. Starting with collectibles which provide special rewards, hidden weapons, cars, planes, and more. - The map was so huge that you could get lost within a city, sometimes the map was the only way you could escape.
Missions/Events ✅ - I loved each of them, but I hated their length. Some start and end very quickly, while the others have crazy long distances and make your finger hurt by pressing X for too long. - The diversity, pain and fun you had in each of them was a colourful experience. - Starting with the hood, the simplicity, and finishing with the casino heists, which required some crazy feats. For reference, the jet hijack was hilarious.
Difficulty ✴️ - Way harder than expected. The missions in themselves aren’t hard, it’s their longevity. - Advancing into a mission for 20 minutes just to fail due to the lack of health items is very painful. - The last mission was made by sadistic fucks. I think it went on for longer than an hour, and if you fail, you get to experience it all over again. The game was way too rushed if you ask me. - Very hard and incredibly frustrating, that’s what I’m going with.
SOUND DESIGN 💟
Surround Sound 💟 - I loved it. Each interaction, cutscene, music, cars, planes, everything was synched together delivering a beautiful experience. - Sometimes characters would fall behind and you’ll hear them as if it was real life. The distance was felt, effects made you exited, voices created feeling, all around great.
Sound Effects 💟 - Incredible for such a game. As soon as you start, you can feel each car’s engine, people talking to each other, planes flying on top of your head, police chasing criminals and so on. - CJ hurting, people dying, cars getting blown or destroyed, gunfire, tires, so many details that I can’t even write them all down.
Voice Acting 💟 - The game delivered some movie quality acting right here. I was so hyped when I hear S. L. Jackson, he really carried. - Each character had his own accent and personality. Transferring emotions through the screen is hard in a movie, let alone a video game, and this one delivered.
Music 💟 - Each to their own. There’re a whole bunch of radio stations from which you can choose your favorite one. I for once didn’t have a favorite, because each one was perfect in its own way.
VISUALS ✅
Fidelity 💟 - Astronomical achievement. I can’t believe this game came on a DVD and had these amazing details. - The field of view was short indeed, but on such a big scale, texture streaming was impressive. Even when flying through the city, it somehow kept up with the pace.
Performance ✴️ - I wouldn’t go as far as good, but I’d give it an acceptable vote. - Most of the time the frame rate was below 30 with terrible screen tearing and freezes. I do understand though, the game had revolutionary details.
Textures 💟 - Every single thing in Los Santos is incredibly detailed. You could stop by some houses in the wild and admire their design, pick a variety of cars while destroying them and wonder how they did it, look at NPCs in the world and follow their actions. - Each location is well made and doesn’t lack anything really, Rockstar’s craft is on another level.
Effects 💟 - From fires spreading through the wild, sandstorms, rain, waves and much more, such a cool vibe. - Flying around through the clouds and foggy cities was such a great experience!
COMBAT 💟
Flow 💟 - Good progression through enemies. Each one has a health bar, some can be killed with headshots or running them over. - The gore and head explosions are cool. I wish there was total body dismemberment though. - Free aiming is difficult at times, until you get the sensitivity right.
Diversity 💟 - Starting with a normal car run over, then a knife in the neck, a silent shot to the skull, 30 shots to the body, even if already dead, a snipe to the genitals, a rocket to a chopper, a jet with missiles and much more. - So many creative ways to kill people that one can just wonder.
Enemy Variety ✅ - A bunch of gangsters, police, swat, bosses and more, the game has incredible NPC development. - Most of them have the same weapons and make your life harder, but overall very cool.
Weapons 💟 - Super fun and a whole lot of them. The dildo had me cracking. The ability to kill people with that thing already gave this game a 10/10! - Choppers have mini guns and rockets, same as jets but these have an auto aim system as well.
Stealth 💟 - I love stealth in games and this one didn’t disappoint. The way CJ sneaks behind enemies and delivers the final blow with that sweet sound effect is very pleasing. - Most missions have a choice, either sneak or go guns blazing.
DRIVING ✅
Flow ✴️ - Good driving around enjoying a beautiful landscape while listening to some great songs. - The problem lies in NPCs. They occasionally drive into you and cause mayhem. Other than that, they have no sense of awareness. You can sit at a light waiting for it to go green, and they will just honk at you endlessly while passing you aggressively. - Cars have weight and it shows, what I mean is how quickly they get upside down. Not to mention the fact that a car will always blow up if it does so, right?
NPCs ⛔️ - Dumb and critically aggressive. Sometimes you have to avoid them altogether to complete a mission.
Cops ✅ - Coming from previous GTAs, this game was somehow a relief. They were aggressive, sure, but not as aggressive as in previous titles.
Cars/Planes 💟 - Impressive variety. From normal to trucks and finally to super cars. - Boats have different ones with small, medium and large ones. - Helicopters have a cool variety too. Normal, combat, pickup, and so on. - Jets and planes have a unique feel. Some aquaplanes as well. Quite impressive!
Roads 💟 - Very detailed in every way. As an example, if you drive in the rain, the car would have a water print behind it, or the desert would have dust, even in water there’re waves. - Each one is well made and connects to each island through bridges.
WORLD DESIGN 💟
Atmosphere 💟 - The initial vibe wasn’t as good, all dark and without proper scale, but as you progress through the game, it expands like the universe itself. - You start discovering different locations, sights, landscapes, roads, cities and it becomes one of the greatest experiences on PS2.
Surroundings 💟 - Loved each city and desert. You could go on the highway and stop for a couple of seconds just because of the sunrise. Or drive through the city and see a yellow marker that doesn’t have anything on the map, so you go exploring. - Each part of the game has astonishing surroundings and level designs. You can get lost in it.
Landscapes 💟 - Extremely beautiful. For a 2004 game, I bet people back in the day were all ecstatic.
World Destruction ✴️ - Overall good, nothing too impressive on an environmental scale. - The usual car blowing up, planes, boats, motorcycles, and so on. - There’re a couple of locations where there’re some minor level changing destructions, but nothing too impressive.
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2024.05.17 23:44 critical_courtney [Hot Off The Press] — Chapter Eight

[Hot Off The Press] — Chapter Eight
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Chapter Eight:
(Dawn)
Our boots crunched over dirt and twigs as Frankie Dee and I made our way to the northeast side of Mackworth Island. Seagulls screamed above us in the last couple hours of daylight, and crows darted between trees below the aggressive sea birds.
I didn’t have much trouble feeding crows over in Brighton Corner a little farther from the shore. But trying to feed them on the peninsula was much more difficult. If seagulls saw even a tiny piece of food, and you weren’t actively giving it to them, they’d swoop in and take it.
And I don’t know if you’ve ever seen a seagull in person, but they’re fucking huge. They won’t just take your lunch. They’ll take your lunch money AND give you a swirlie if it's high tide.
Frankie said nothing as she hopped over a log. And I felt at peace with her beside me, almost like we were two little girls wandering through the woods looking for a spot to build a fort before our parents called us home for dinner.
At least Frankie can go home and have a nice dinner with her parents, I thought. All my father wanted to do was berate me for ‘poor life choices.’
But fuck him. I’d gone no contact when I moved to Maine, and while I was a little lonely during the first couple of years here, my life had been immensely better.
The newspaper editor had her blonde hair pulled back in a tight braid that the ocean breeze had no trouble moving when it wanted.
“Okay, so remind me what we’re doing out here again?” Frankie Dee asked, not with a tone of boredom or skepticism, just plain curiosity.
“Well, for starters, I fought to pull you out of the newsroom at 6 p.m. because normal people don’t work 12-14 hour shifts every single day.”
She rolled her eyes, but the newspaper editor actually took a sick day after pulling an all-nighter covering the ferry fire with her staff. The poor girl could barely move as I drove her home the next morning at 4 a.m.
Thankfully, because of highly-trained professionals, the ferry had been evacuated and towed to a private dock for repairs.
Only one person was hospitalized, and it was for smoke inhalation, according to Craig’s front-page article, which I read the next morning while baking muffins, muffins I took to a certain bedridden newspaper editor who was still doing some work on a laptop before sleep took her like a villain in a Liam Neeson flick.
“Hey, I typically only work a few hours on Sunday,” she said.
“Six hours is not a ‘few,’ Frankie Dee,” I said as another gull flew over.
She shook her head and turned away to hide a smile. But I saw it because I’m nothing if not an observant. . . colleague.
“Let me try again. Why did you ask me to meet you here on Mackworth Island?” she asked.
“Why, to honor our bargain, of course,” I said with a wide grin. Unlike Frankie, I didn’t bother to hide my smile. I wanted her to know I was a mischievous little witch.
My companion paused to lean against a tree that was starting to show signs of growing back its leaves for spring.
“Remind me about the supposed bargain we made again?” she asked with a small smirk.
“You teach me about journalism, and I teach you about witchcraft,” I said, continuing down the trail.
The smell of low tide overtook the island as scents of saltwater and seaweed filled the air. Some folks couldn’t stand it, but it always felt raw to me, an immutable aspect of nature that mankind couldn’t ignore or send away. It was the ocean saying, “I’ve been here for billions of years. This is what I smell like sometimes. And if you don’t like it, you can move to fucking Iowa.”
A fate worse than death, I thought, remembering the endless cornfields stretched out across the horizon. And if it wasn’t corn, it was soybeans. On and on the sea of brown and green went, this ocean carrying scents of chicken houses and granaries.
We passed a bush trying to reclaim its clothes for the warming season before walking down a set of old concrete stairs onto a narrow beach.
“Your first column on how celestial bodies have impacted human nature for millennia was wicked cool,” Frankie said. “I didn’t expect so much history as you moved through how people have relied on stars for everything from chronology to navigation across the ages.”
“Thank you,” I said, clearing my throat to stifle a tiny sob.
Not only did she read my first column, I thought. But she analyzed and thought on it.
Her compliment wasn’t empty or meant to merely serve as a passing kindness. My coworker had actually found interest in my craft, and that stirred something in me. Something that wanted. . . more. Of course, I’d spent the last week knowing Frankie and wanting more from her physically. But now? I wanted her attention and affection. I wanted her thoughts. I wanted her to know me the way nobody else did, the way nobody else cared to. Professional boundaries be damned. . . if she wanted.
“And what aspect of witchcraft are you going to teach me about today?” she asked as we passed a sign.
I merely held my arms wide pointing to several handmade structures of sticks and stone overlooking the beach before saying, “Faeries.”
Her eyes widened, and she stood frozen, processing my word choice while I read a small white and green sign posted nearby that said, “Welcome to Mackworth Island Community Village.”
It continued, “You may build houses small and hidden for the faeries, but please do not use living or artificial materials. The best materials are found in the landscape of the village itself, but if you choose to bring in natural materials, please return with those that you didn’t use. Thank you for treating this island with care and respect. This helps keep the faeries coming back.”
Frankie opened her mouth twice and closed it, trying to decide what she’d say.
Finally, she just settled on, “Faeries?”
I liked that. She wasn’t trying to offend. The newspaper editor simply wanted to understand. Because what else can you do when someone says they want to teach you about fae? Images of Tinkerbell or A Midsummer Night's Dream came to mind, little pixies or people being turned into animals.
This was the difference between someone saying they wanted to teach you about gravity and someone saying they wanted to teach you about unicorns. One of those subjects was taught by people like Bill Nye and Carl Sagan. The other was taught by a spectrum that ranged from Hasbro to Peter S. Beagle.
To her credit, Frankie Dee seemed to recover and crossed her arms.
“Okay, where do we start?” she asked.
That warmth flickered in my chest again. She wasn’t cracking jokes or laughing at my expense. The girl I was down bad for legit seemed ready to learn. . . about fae of all things. So, I took a deep breath and asked, “What do you know about Mackworth Island?”
Without much hesitation, Frankie replied, “It’s home to a school for the deaf, and the whole place is a state park.”
I walked over to what looked like a poor attempt at a log cabin made of twigs and small branches. Some seashells and leaves made up the roof. In all, the little structure was about the size of a basketball. I motioned for Frankie to come closer.
“Mackworth Island is also home to a rich tradition of making faerie houses, natural homes for tiny elves who sometimes visit our world.”
Frankie looked inside and didn’t seem surprised to find the faerie house empty.
“Are you going to get mad at me if I ask what I’m supposed to be looking for?” she asked.
I shook my head.
“What I’d tell you is that you aren’t supposed to be looking for anything. Because the Fair Folk don’t like to be seen. They might steal a sock from your hanging laundry. They could bless your bread to never grow stale. They may even place a shiny trinket in a faerie circle in hopes of ensnaring any human dumb enough to pick it up. But you’ll probably never see them,” I said.
Frankie looked inside the little house again and nodded. Then she straightened her back and stretched, looking out at the water.
An American Airlines jet flew over Casco Bay, making an approach toward the Fore River and presumably the Portland Jetport. I watched the newspaper editor nod slowly and wet her lips. Behind her, a sailboat drifted toward Great Diamond Island.
May had officially begun, and some days were growing warmer, while the nights quickly reclaimed their chill after the sun went down. Today, the golden ball in the sky was clear and bright with temperatures that would’ve been warm enough to carry the promise of spring. That is. . . if it weren’t for that brisk northern wind saying, “Hold your horses. Winter takes her time to cede Maine to summer.”
Frankie Dee cracked her knuckles and asked, “So what’s the deeper lesson here?”
I cleared my throat and moistened my lips.
“That I’m a cute and fun person to spend the evening with,” I said, running my hands down my hips.
My companion froze, and I watched Frankie’s cheeks turn nice and rosy as she spun to look out at the water and recover herself.
Without turning back to me, she found her voice, albeit shaky, and said, “That’s not much of a lesson, Dawn. I already knew those things the night you took me home. Er — to your home. What’s the deeper lesson as it relates to witchcraft?”
She finally faced me again.
My smirk hadn’t budged an inch.
“Ah. Well, then the deeper lesson here is that witchcraft isn’t about what you can see. It’s about what you learn from old stories passed down through generations, from literature, and from people who love you. And it’s about the things felt while walking your path in life. You’re Catholic. Isn’t there something about not relying on sight in that holy book of yours? Don’t you believe in things you can’t see?”
Those last two questions seemed to bring Frankie out of her thoughts. She took a breath before answering.
“Fair. Yes, I think that verse is in Hebrews. Something about the evidence of things not seen. I take your point about believing in things I can’t see. I think every person has a guardian angel that looks out for them. When my dad was having his heart attack, I believe his guardian angel stayed with him and gave him the strength to persevere until he got to the operating table. If that’s possible, why not faeries? Er — fae? Which word should I use?”
I shrugged.
“Whichever. I don’t think Holly Black is going to hunt you down for using one word or another,” I said, starting to gather some longer sticks. “And I’m glad your dad made it. Mr. Ricci has some great stories that he sometimes shares in the newsroom. Like how when you were seven, you carried a notebook everywhere and interviewed every single person you saw because you wanted to be like him.”
Covering her face with her hands, my companion groaned and kicked at the sand. She knocked a rock down into an advancing wave, causing a small splash.
“Noooooooo. Fuck. He’s already telling you stories about me?” Frankie Dee grimaced. “You’ve gotta do me a favor, bub. Stop encouraging him. I keep trying to get him to take up golfing or sitting at Applebee’s or whatever the hell old white men do, but he insists the paper’s publisher needs to be in the newsroom, apparently telling embarrassing tales instead of Lighthouse-Journal history.”
With a giggle, I said, “What? I think it’s cute. He’s obviously very proud of you. Just like I’m sure he was back then when you reported on important things like the price of milk cartons increasing by a nickel at preschool.”
That seemed to strike a nerve. An adorable nerve.
“Fuck you,” Frankie said. “Consider your column canceled along with the rest of your witch lessons.”
I laughed all the harder.
A few minutes later, I was carving a little trench in the ground a few feet away from a large rock about half my height. Then I started to place the branches and sticks into the trench and lean them against the boulder to make a rough wall.
“It’s your first faerie house, so I figure we’ll keep it basic. A simple lean-to should suffice.”
While I established the outer wall, Frankie got down on her knees and cleared out the inside of leaves and pebbles until there was nothing but a neat dirt floor she stamped down with a flat rock. I couldn’t help but notice she was still wearing the bracelet I’d given her, which made me smile. In yet another way, it seemed like the newspaper editor was taking my beliefs seriously.
I found some long blades of grass nearby and put a second layer on the stick wall, tying the grass horizontally across the branches I leaned against the boulder. Meanwhile, Frankie found a wide cap of a mushroom, picked it, flipped it over, and carved out the gills. This left a bowl-shaped piece of fungus she filled with moss picked from a nearby log.
Frankie placed the little bed inside the house, and I nodded.
“Nice. You sure did pick this up quickly,” I said.
“Well, it’s actually pretty fun. I’m glad you invited me out here. So. . . the little elf that stays here will have a shelter and a soft bed. What else are we missing?” Frankie asked, standing up and popping her back.
I reached into my purse and pulled out a bag of sunflower seeds I’d picked up from the gas station near my home.
“An offering, of course,” I said, emptying half the package of seeds in front of the tiny bed my companion had made.
“So. . . what? You’re bribing the faerie that stays here to bless your bread?”
Shrugging again, I said, “Or to simply leave me off the list of humans they intend to prank next week. You never know. Fae are unpredictable folk. I find it’s best to simply make your offering and go about your business.”
On the beach, I found a chunk of orange feldspar with deep vertical grooves worn into its pattern. Frankie watched me pocket the stone after wiping all the sand off it.
“That’s a pretty little gem,” she said.
I nodded, swapping out a smooth piece of granite I’d found in the woods behind my house and setting it down in the sand.
The newspaper editor just looked at me with a raised eyebrow.
Running my fingers over the feldspar in my pocket, I said, “Oh, the fae never give anything away for free. So if I find a pretty stone here, I always leave one from the forest behind my house as a trade. You NEVER want to owe a fae debt.”
Frankie rubbed her chin and looked down at the rock I’d placed on the beach.
“These fae sure do have a lot of rules,” she said. I waited for a grin or some kind of smirk, any indication that she was making fun of me or not taking this seriously. All I saw was a thoughtful expression, like Frankie was visualizing a notebook in her head and a floating pen writing down every faerie fact I gave her.
The warmth in my chest only grew as she continued thinking and then turned in my direction with a smile. Butterflies in my stomach made me want to leave a note inside the little faerie house we’d built.
It would read, “Dear whoever finds this, Should you find time to help a pitiful lovesick mortal, I could use your assistance in gently persuading my coworker to dissolve our professional boundaries and stick her tongue down my throat. Thanks, your friendly Portland witch, Dawn.” I wouldn’t leave my last name because you never give any creature or being your full name. That only invites trouble from those who would have more influence over your fate.
With my mind turning back to rules, I said, “Fae are strangely obsessed with rules for being such chaotic spirits of nature. They love to follow the letter of their laws while dancing through loopholes and double meanings.”
Nodding, Frankie just added, “Hard tellin’ not knowin’, I suppose.”
Right about that time, I heard the flutter of wings and the call of a familiar black bird in the ash tree above us. The sun was getting lower, and temperatures were dropping. But this was the time my friend usually appeared.
“Well, hello there,” I said. “I’m glad to see you’re well.”
Frankie looked up to see who I was talking to. A large black raven with sleek feathers and a notch on the left side of her beak called down to us and even mimicked a “Hello there,” throwing my voice back at me in the way these smart, playful birds sometimes did.
“A friend of yours?” the newspaper editor asked.
I nodded.
“I named her Varella. Come out here once a week to feed her, even talk about life. When I first moved to Portland, I didn’t know anybody. And the prospect of making friends was a little overwhelming. So imagine my surprise when I came here to explore the faerie houses, and this beautiful bird kept me company, even letting me hand feed her.”
“Varella? That’s kind of a strange name. Why did you pick that one?” Frankie asked, putting her hands in her pockets to warm them.
Shrugging, I pulled out another bag of sunflower seeds and emptied them into my hand. But the raven did not come out of the tree like she normally did to perch on my wrist. We’d secured a good bond, and I loved her company over the last few years. But today she seemed a bit skittish, hopping on the tree’s branches while looking down at us and occasionally swiveling her head from side to side.
“I don’t think she trusts you,” I giggled, piling the sunflower seeds on the ground at the base of the tree. “We should probably go. It’s getting late. It was nice to see you again, Varella. And I’m sorry about my friend. I’m still teaching her about respecting other beings she may not understand.”
We started to leave, and Frankie turned to me and asked, “Do you think I offended her?”
I shrugged.
“Ravens are smart creatures. They can solve puzzles and remember faces, even teach offspring to hate or trust certain people. Don’t worry. I left extra sunflower seeds to make up for your comment,” I said with a chuckle.
Frankie Dee let out a sigh of relief. I couldn’t tell if it was genuine or not.
“Well, thanks,” she said. “I wouldn’t want the local raven community to seek vengeance on me. I live closer to Mackworth than you do.”
We got back to the parking lot a few minutes later, and I looked at Frankie as the last few rays of today’s sunlight washed over her bright blonde hair. As I stared into her chestnut eyes, all I wanted to do was take her home and curl up on the couch together, watching a movie.
Instead, I said, “C’mon. Let’s go get something to eat.”
Frankie raised an eyebrow.
“I’ve got you figured out, FeeDee. If we part now, you’ll probably try to sneak back to the office and squeeze in a few more hours of work, getting a sad ‘dinner’ from the breakroom vending machine or skipping it altogether. Or I could pester you to come with me, and we could hit up a little burrito place I like over by the Westing Hotel,” I said.
The newspaper editor rubbed her arm while thinking this over.
“Why do you do that?” she asked.
“Do what?”
“Try to. . . take care of me all the time?”
And suddenly we’d left the witchcraft lesson behind and moved into a conversation of dangerous proportions. A man in a leather jacket walked past us and climbed into his pickup truck, pulling out of the lot and driving across the narrow bridge that connected Mackworth Island to Route 1.
“Because friends look out for each other?” I offered.
“Friends?” she asked, and the question suddenly felt like a fence being posted in front of the gate to Frankie’s heart. I didn’t like that, but I wanted to respect her boundaries.
“Colleagues,” I offered instead.
She cocked her head to the side.
“I don’t like that word anymore,” the newspaper editor whispered, rubbing her arm a little harder now.
I could do nothing but wait while Frankie worked out what she wanted to say next.
And then the fence came down entirely as she said, “I think I like pals better.”
It was almost a whisper from her lips to my ears, and my gay little heart nearly came to a halt hearing her speak the words.
“Okay, Frankie. Pals,” I said.
She nodded, scratching her chin again. And as we left the island of faerie houses behind, my brain, perhaps a little inappropriately, thought, gals being pals.
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2024.05.17 19:12 Subreon Can we hound Rockstar for a Smuggler's Run update part 2? Or other update ideas? The game only has a year left. Let's work together to unlock more fun and go out with a bang! Add your suggestions and link this post to Rockstar's suggestion box. Gather all the best suggestions in 1 spot and share it!

Here's my Smuggler's Run Part 2/ aircraft related update idea
VEHICLES
Missions/Jobs
Other changes
That's it from me for now. Let's see what you guys got!
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2024.05.17 04:12 BurritoFueled What's happening in Elk Grove this weekend, May 17-19, 2024

Events around town this weekend...

Special Events

Friday, May 17, 2024
Spring Chicken Family Festival @ Fog Willow Farms
Wag N’ Walk @ District 56 Preserve (Great Lawn)
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Spring Chicken Family Festival @ Fog Willow Farms
Spring Craft Fair @ Wilton Family Lavender Farm
Elk Grove Music Festival @ Old Town Plaza
Sunday, May 19, 2024
Spring Chicken Family Festival @ Fog Willow Farms
Spring Craft Fair @ Wilton Family Lavender Farm
Asian Pacific CultureFest @ District 56
Supreme Pro Wrestling: Cry Me a River @ Soccer World

Weekly Events

Friday
Food Truck Friday @ Jan Rau Park
Open Mic Night @ A Seat at The Table Books
Friday Night Magic @ Hobby Quest
Saturday
Certified Farmers' Market @ Laguna Gateway
EG Anti-Trash Pickup @ North Laguna Creek Area
Warhammer: Open Play @ Hobby Quest
Family Storytime @ A Seat At The Table Books
Vanguard Weekly Event @ Hobby Quest
Sunday
Cars and Coffee @ Rescate
Kids Pokemon @ Hobby Quest

Monthly Events

Friday
Latin Night Market @ District 56
Saturday
Comedy Night @ Waterman Brewing Company

Live Music/Dancing

Babe’s Lounge
9021 Elk Grove Blvd
Friday: Black Diamond Project, 7pm
Coatza Brewing Company
92511 Elk Grove Blvd
Friday: DJ Andy Cruz, 6-10pm, No cover
Saturday: EG Music Festival After Party w/ Latin Party Crew, 9pm, No cover
Christopher Cellars
9654 Bradshaw Road
Friday: Busted Flat, 4-8pm, No cover
Flatland Brewing Company
9183 Survey Road #104
Friday: DJ Lumos, 6-8pm, No cover
McConnell Estates Winery
10686 W. Stockton Blvd
Sunday: James Parr, 1-4pm, No cover (reservation recommended)
Sheldon Inn
9000 Grantline Road
Saturday: Summer Concert Series w/ David Perez Band, 6pm, $25 general admission
Sky River Casino/32 Brews
1 Sky River Parkway
Friday: DJ Bobby Brown, 10pm-1am, No cover
South Slope Wines
10527 Sheldon Road
Saturday: Memory Land Band, 2-5pm, No cover
Sunday: School of Rock House Band, 2-5pm, No cover
Vannatta Wines
8718 Grantline Road
Friday: Ray Iaea Jazz Project, 7-9pm, No cover
YNot Club
8945 Grantline Road
Friday: Line Dancing w/ DJ Doug, 9pm-1am (lessons from 8-9pm), No cover
Saturday: Smokehouse Reunion, 9:30pm, No cover

Outdoors

Saturday
Birding @ Deer Creek Hills Preserve
Equestrian Ride @ Deer Creek Hills Preserve
Sunday
Tall Forest Bird Survey @ Cosumnes River Preserve
Feel free to add your own events below. PM your event to be added to a future post!
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2024.05.17 03:32 Lanky_Win1911 Wish I wasn't forced to drive a car.

Live in typical American suburb, and I wish I didn't have to own a car to go everywhere. I can't get my license yet, so I am entirely dependent on others to do stuff on my own. I enjoy biking so much more, and it's so much more freeing and enjoyable, but literally everything here other than my school is just so inaccessible by biking, there is seriously zero bike lanes or infrastructure dedicated to people who want to bike to the movie theatre, local restaurant etc. And owning a car is so much worse than biking, not only do you have to worry about paying for gas, but it's just so stressful making sure you don't accidentally kill someone or get in an accident. And I can't tell you how dangerous it is the few times I make the effort of trying to go somewhere on bike, because everyone owns a big fuckoff suv or pickup truck so Im not even seen or given space, it's just too scary. I seriously hate this car centric society that we've come to live in in suburbs, it just sucks so much.
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2024.05.17 02:36 c267 Trade reliable Camry for Silverado for daily driver?

I am interested in getting a new vehicle and thinking about a Silverado pickup. I bought a 1996 Toyota Camry for a college commuter 110k miles. I bought it from the original owner, imaculate condition, Mechanically sound, garage kept, never driven in winter, looks like it came out of the factory yesterday. I've had it for 5 years now and I could get another 10 years no sweat. The 4cyl gets about 27 mpg.
I drive about 300 miles a week on average so mpg is a concern but not terribly. I'm wondering if it's worth it to switch to a pickup for the following reasons. 4x4 (east coast winter weather), higher off the ground so headlights don't blind me, safer in an accident, future towing and hauling ability, frankly I like trucks. I grew up with my dad's '95 c/k 1500 and I want my own. For those who have made it here so far I'm looking at either getting a '00-'06 Silverado or a new '24 one. The older one in theory is bulletproof but gets terrible mpg. I heard people on both sides say all trucks not made in the early 2000's are ticking time bombs and money pits, stay clear at all costs. Then why do people still buy new and used trucks every year, excluding those who actually need it for work? Lastly I don't care about modern creature comforts. Give me a vehicle that drives, has AC, power locks, power windows, and a comfortable seat. I was looking at the WT trim, double cab, standard bed, and 4x4 because I want a basic reliable 20+ year truck. I do most maitenence myself.
Willing to spend up to 50k for a new/newer truck, and 15k for a used "golden" generation truck.
So questions are: 1) Are newer trucks really all terrible? 2) Those who have switched from a reliable commuter car to a truck for daily driving, do you regret it? (office job currently, occasional bed use) 3) Is a new/newer truck better for a longterm vehicle than something that is already 20 years old? 4) Any other vehicle suggestions?
Feel free to answer some, all, none, or shit post
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2024.05.17 00:13 Mustbeozzi Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server

Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server
https://i.redd.it/x6l7q9ag4v0d1.gif
Discord discord.gg/emberrp
Website emberroleplay.com
Socials Youtube - Tiktok - Twitter
https://preview.redd.it/g5cuaewg4v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=e041ef1f461eab13619f1565359280beea7a0ed4
Activities
🏎️ Racing System - Feel confident enough to take on other people in the city to challenge them to a streetrace? Look no further, we have this available for all our players!
🎳Bowling - Wish to hang out and chill for bit while competing for fun? Try out bowling with you buddies, for some relax time.
⛳Golf - Who doesn’t like a chill/relax time playing a good game of golf? Enjoy your free time playing alone or with friends to just kill some time while you just chilling.
🎱 Pool - Want to take a break from your hard work? Compete with your buddies in pool or even chill out by yourself. Grab a drink and have fun!
💪 Arm Wrestling - Always wanted to see which person is stronger? Why not try and challenge each other in a arm wrestling battle. May the strongest person win!
🎣 Fishing - Pass your time with some relaxing fishing, simple but clean fishing expierence for everybody to access.
🦌 Hunting - Always loved to hunt some animals? We have a legal hunting system for you to enjoy! Head up north to check it out.
🛹Skateboarding - When you first fly in our city you will receive a skatingboard for free! This will be your simple way to travel around our city. Near our Tinsel Apartments (And a few more spots blipped on our map) you can always rent a car if you wish to do so.
🎰 Casino - Is gambling something you love to do? Then you are at the right place! Our city offers a fully working service with Blackjack, Slot Machines, Roulette, 3 card poker & Lucky Wheel. You can win a 1 of 1 car from the wheel if lucky! Those are extremely rare cars because you can’t win or buy those anywhere else!
https://preview.redd.it/g5cuaewg4v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=e041ef1f461eab13619f1565359280beea7a0ed4
Public Jobs
🚕 Downtown Cab - Are you that person who loves to drive around a lot? Why not check out our taxi job! Get decent payment while making sure your customers getting from A to B. Just make sure you drive safe!
🏡Gardening - Have you always wanted to help people keep their garden clean? Then this is the ideal job for you!
🧑‍🌾 Farming - Are you that person who loves to farm? Look no further who got you covered! Head up north to check out our farming system, give yourself some good chill vibes.
🚚PostOp - You will be picking up packages from companies. Make sure to deliver them to earn yourself some reputation to unlock a new feature!
🚐 Gruppe6 - Are you ready to pickup some moneybags while proctecting these bags? Then this is for you! With a fully selfmade reputation system which you earn some after each job completed. Higher Rep will unlock new features! Be aware of any risk!
⛏️ Mining - Always been fascinated by earning some money from mining? Look no further and grab your pickaxe and start mining while earning yourself some reputation at the same time.
🛻 Tow Driver - Work for the city of Los SAntos as a Two Truck Driver. Pick up abandoned cars around the city and take them back towards the impound for a bit of cash. Or simply help out the police by towing cars.
🚛 Sanitation - Help the city of Los Santos stay clean by collecting trashbags from the garbage containers. Once you finished your job you get a decent payment and also gain reputation after! Keep a look out though, you might find something helpful while working!
https://preview.redd.it/g5cuaewg4v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=e041ef1f461eab13619f1565359280beea7a0ed4
Whitelised Jobs
👮 Law Enforcement - Do you have it what it takes to keep the streets clean from all the criminal activities and secure safety for the people living in Los Santos? Make sure get your application
🚑 Emergency Medical Services **- You know every live matters, and wish to take care of all the civilians in our city while saving people in the process? Then check out our EMS application, we need you!
🧑‍🌾 Mechanic - Do you love to work on cars & help out our civilians with broken cars or simply tune their cars towards their liking? Then you should check out our mechanics in the city!
⚖️ Law - Become a Lawyer, Judge, or even the district attorney for the state and fight or represent the people of Los Santos. They may be the lowest of the low, but someone has to defend them, and for the right amount of money, you very well maybe that person. Besides, it’s innocent until proven guilty, and you’ve made it your life’s goal to prove they’re innocents, even if they were caught red-handed.
🚐 Real Estate - Always wanted to sell houses and make some decent money while doing so? We got you covered with our amazing looking house
🗨️ And a lot more!
https://preview.redd.it/g5cuaewg4v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=e041ef1f461eab13619f1565359280beea7a0ed4
City Pictures
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2024.05.17 00:12 Mustbeozzi Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server

https://i.redd.it/e3xr7xg74v0d1.gif
Discord discord.gg/emberrp
Website emberroleplay.com
Socials Youtube - Tiktok - Twitter
https://preview.redd.it/tud0vx7n2v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=071bf882e181f13603e370f13e9dfa9f7cd1aa5d
Activities
🏎️ Racing System - Feel confident enough to take on other people in the city to challenge them to a streetrace? Look no further, we have this available for all our players!
🎳Bowling - Wish to hang out and chill for bit while competing for fun? Try out bowling with you buddies, for some relax time.
⛳Golf - Who doesn’t like a chill/relax time playing a good game of golf? Enjoy your free time playing alone or with friends to just kill some time while you just chilling.
🎱 Pool - Want to take a break from your hard work? Compete with your buddies in pool or even chill out by yourself. Grab a drink and have fun!
💪 Arm Wrestling - Always wanted to see which person is stronger? Why not try and challenge each other in a arm wrestling battle. May the strongest person win!
🎣 Fishing - Pass your time with some relaxing fishing, simple but clean fishing expierence for everybody to access.
🦌 Hunting - Always loved to hunt some animals? We have a legal hunting system for you to enjoy! Head up north to check it out.
🛹Skateboarding - When you first fly in our city you will receive a skatingboard for free! This will be your simple way to travel around our city. Near our Tinsel Apartments (And a few more spots blipped on our map) you can always rent a car if you wish to do so.
🎰 Casino - Is gambling something you love to do? Then you are at the right place! Our city offers a fully working service with Blackjack, Slot Machines, Roulette, 3 card poker & Lucky Wheel. You can win a 1 of 1 car from the wheel if lucky! Those are extremely rare cars because you can’t win or buy those anywhere else!
https://preview.redd.it/tud0vx7n2v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=071bf882e181f13603e370f13e9dfa9f7cd1aa5d
Public Jobs
🚕 Downtown Cab - Are you that person who loves to drive around a lot? Why not check out our taxi job! Get decent payment while making sure your customers getting from A to B. Just make sure you drive safe!
🏡Gardening - Have you always wanted to help people keep their garden clean? Then this is the ideal job for you!
🧑‍🌾 Farming - Are you that person who loves to farm? Look no further who got you covered! Head up north to check out our farming system, give yourself some good chill vibes.
🚚PostOp - You will be picking up packages from companies. Make sure to deliver them to earn yourself some reputation to unlock a new feature!
🚐 Gruppe6 - Are you ready to pickup some moneybags while proctecting these bags? Then this is for you! With a fully selfmade reputation system which you earn some after each job completed. Higher Rep will unlock new features! Be aware of any risk!
⛏️ Mining - Always been fascinated by earning some money from mining? Look no further and grab your pickaxe and start mining while earning yourself some reputation at the same time.
🛻 Tow Driver - Work for the city of Los SAntos as a Two Truck Driver. Pick up abandoned cars around the city and take them back towards the impound for a bit of cash. Or simply help out the police by towing cars.
🚛 Sanitation - Help the city of Los Santos stay clean by collecting trashbags from the garbage containers. Once you finished your job you get a decent payment and also gain reputation after! Keep a look out though, you might find something helpful while working!
https://preview.redd.it/tud0vx7n2v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=071bf882e181f13603e370f13e9dfa9f7cd1aa5d
Whitelised Jobs
👮 Law Enforcement - Do you have it what it takes to keep the streets clean from all the criminal activities and secure safety for the people living in Los Santos? Make sure get your application
🚑 Emergency Medical Services **- You know every live matters, and wish to take care of all the civilians in our city while saving people in the process? Then check out our EMS application, we need you!
🧑‍🌾 Mechanic - Do you love to work on cars & help out our civilians with broken cars or simply tune their cars towards their liking? Then you should check out our mechanics in the city!
⚖️ Law - Become a Lawyer, Judge, or even the district attorney for the state and fight or represent the people of Los Santos. They may be the lowest of the low, but someone has to defend them, and for the right amount of money, you very well maybe that person. Besides, it’s innocent until proven guilty, and you’ve made it your life’s goal to prove they’re innocents, even if they were caught red-handed.
🚐 Real Estate - Always wanted to sell houses and make some decent money while doing so? We got you covered with our amazing looking house
🗨️ And a lot more!
https://preview.redd.it/tud0vx7n2v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=071bf882e181f13603e370f13e9dfa9f7cd1aa5d
City Pictures
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2024.05.17 00:06 Mustbeozzi Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server

Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server
https://i.redd.it/5yw9xzd13v0d1.gif
Discord discord.gg/emberrp
Website emberroleplay.com
Socials Youtube - Tiktok - Twitter
https://preview.redd.it/fgjfi9e23v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=f48528c9a0e8e5673b13fa6237087ad4d9005b88
Activities
🏎️ Racing System - Feel confident enough to take on other people in the city to challenge them to a streetrace? Look no further, we have this available for all our players!
🎳Bowling - Wish to hang out and chill for bit while competing for fun? Try out bowling with you buddies, for some relax time.
⛳Golf - Who doesn’t like a chill/relax time playing a good game of golf? Enjoy your free time playing alone or with friends to just kill some time while you just chilling.
🎱 Pool - Want to take a break from your hard work? Compete with your buddies in pool or even chill out by yourself. Grab a drink and have fun!
💪 Arm Wrestling - Always wanted to see which person is stronger? Why not try and challenge each other in a arm wrestling battle. May the strongest person win!
🎣 Fishing - Pass your time with some relaxing fishing, simple but clean fishing expierence for everybody to access.
🦌 Hunting - Always loved to hunt some animals? We have a legal hunting system for you to enjoy! Head up north to check it out.
🛹Skateboarding - When you first fly in our city you will receive a skatingboard for free! This will be your simple way to travel around our city. Near our Tinsel Apartments (And a few more spots blipped on our map) you can always rent a car if you wish to do so.
🎰 Casino - Is gambling something you love to do? Then you are at the right place! Our city offers a fully working service with Blackjack, Slot Machines, Roulette, 3 card poker & Lucky Wheel. You can win a 1 of 1 car from the wheel if lucky! Those are extremely rare cars because you can’t win or buy those anywhere else!
https://preview.redd.it/fgjfi9e23v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=f48528c9a0e8e5673b13fa6237087ad4d9005b88
Public Jobs
🚕 Downtown Cab - Are you that person who loves to drive around a lot? Why not check out our taxi job! Get decent payment while making sure your customers getting from A to B. Just make sure you drive safe!
🏡Gardening - Have you always wanted to help people keep their garden clean? Then this is the ideal job for you!
🧑‍🌾 Farming - Are you that person who loves to farm? Look no further who got you covered! Head up north to check out our farming system, give yourself some good chill vibes.
🚚PostOp - You will be picking up packages from companies. Make sure to deliver them to earn yourself some reputation to unlock a new feature!
🚐 Gruppe6 - Are you ready to pickup some moneybags while proctecting these bags? Then this is for you! With a fully selfmade reputation system which you earn some after each job completed. Higher Rep will unlock new features! Be aware of any risk!
⛏️ Mining - Always been fascinated by earning some money from mining? Look no further and grab your pickaxe and start mining while earning yourself some reputation at the same time.
🛻 Tow Driver - Work for the city of Los SAntos as a Two Truck Driver. Pick up abandoned cars around the city and take them back towards the impound for a bit of cash. Or simply help out the police by towing cars.
🚛 Sanitation - Help the city of Los Santos stay clean by collecting trashbags from the garbage containers. Once you finished your job you get a decent payment and also gain reputation after! Keep a look out though, you might find something helpful while working!
https://preview.redd.it/fgjfi9e23v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=f48528c9a0e8e5673b13fa6237087ad4d9005b88
Whitelised Jobs
👮 Law Enforcement - Do you have it what it takes to keep the streets clean from all the criminal activities and secure safety for the people living in Los Santos? Make sure get your application
🚑 Emergency Medical Services **- You know every live matters, and wish to take care of all the civilians in our city while saving people in the process? Then check out our EMS application, we need you!
🧑‍🌾 Mechanic - Do you love to work on cars & help out our civilians with broken cars or simply tune their cars towards their liking? Then you should check out our mechanics in the city!
⚖️ Law - Become a Lawyer, Judge, or even the district attorney for the state and fight or represent the people of Los Santos. They may be the lowest of the low, but someone has to defend them, and for the right amount of money, you very well maybe that person. Besides, it’s innocent until proven guilty, and you’ve made it your life’s goal to prove they’re innocents, even if they were caught red-handed.
🚐 Real Estate - Always wanted to sell houses and make some decent money while doing so? We got you covered with our amazing looking house
🗨️ And a lot more!
https://preview.redd.it/fgjfi9e23v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=f48528c9a0e8e5673b13fa6237087ad4d9005b88
City Pictures
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2024.05.17 00:01 Mustbeozzi Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server

Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server
https://i.redd.it/vjqrvkp82v0d1.gif
Discord discord.gg/emberrp
Website emberroleplay.com
Socials Youtube - Tiktok - Twitter
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Activities
🏎️ Racing System - Feel confident enough to take on other people in the city to challenge them to a streetrace? Look no further, we have this available for all our players!
🎳Bowling - Wish to hang out and chill for bit while competing for fun? Try out bowling with you buddies, for some relax time.
⛳Golf - Who doesn’t like a chill/relax time playing a good game of golf? Enjoy your free time playing alone or with friends to just kill some time while you just chilling.
🎱 Pool - Want to take a break from your hard work? Compete with your buddies in pool or even chill out by yourself. Grab a drink and have fun!
💪 Arm Wrestling - Always wanted to see which person is stronger? Why not try and challenge each other in a arm wrestling battle. May the strongest person win!
🎣 Fishing - Pass your time with some relaxing fishing, simple but clean fishing expierence for everybody to access.
🦌 Hunting - Always loved to hunt some animals? We have a legal hunting system for you to enjoy! Head up north to check it out.
🛹Skateboarding - When you first fly in our city you will receive a skatingboard for free! This will be your simple way to travel around our city. Near our Tinsel Apartments (And a few more spots blipped on our map) you can always rent a car if you wish to do so.
🎰 Casino - Is gambling something you love to do? Then you are at the right place! Our city offers a fully working service with Blackjack, Slot Machines, Roulette, 3 card poker & Lucky Wheel. You can win a 1 of 1 car from the wheel if lucky! Those are extremely rare cars because you can’t win or buy those anywhere else!
https://preview.redd.it/jthlt8y92v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=5c779b58e022c04a0af2180e68bb5ad019d76c26
Public Jobs
🚕 Downtown Cab - Are you that person who loves to drive around a lot? Why not check out our taxi job! Get decent payment while making sure your customers getting from A to B. Just make sure you drive safe!
🏡Gardening - Have you always wanted to help people keep their garden clean? Then this is the ideal job for you!
🧑‍🌾 Farming - Are you that person who loves to farm? Look no further who got you covered! Head up north to check out our farming system, give yourself some good chill vibes.
🚚PostOp - You will be picking up packages from companies. Make sure to deliver them to earn yourself some reputation to unlock a new feature!
🚐 Gruppe6 - Are you ready to pickup some moneybags while proctecting these bags? Then this is for you! With a fully selfmade reputation system which you earn some after each job completed. Higher Rep will unlock new features! Be aware of any risk!
⛏️ Mining - Always been fascinated by earning some money from mining? Look no further and grab your pickaxe and start mining while earning yourself some reputation at the same time.
🛻 Tow Driver - Work for the city of Los SAntos as a Two Truck Driver. Pick up abandoned cars around the city and take them back towards the impound for a bit of cash. Or simply help out the police by towing cars.
🚛 Sanitation - Help the city of Los Santos stay clean by collecting trashbags from the garbage containers. Once you finished your job you get a decent payment and also gain reputation after! Keep a look out though, you might find something helpful while working!
https://preview.redd.it/jthlt8y92v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=5c779b58e022c04a0af2180e68bb5ad019d76c26
Whitelised Jobs
👮 Law Enforcement - Do you have it what it takes to keep the streets clean from all the criminal activities and secure safety for the people living in Los Santos? Make sure get your application
🚑 Emergency Medical Services **- You know every live matters, and wish to take care of all the civilians in our city while saving people in the process? Then check out our EMS application, we need you!
🧑‍🌾 Mechanic - Do you love to work on cars & help out our civilians with broken cars or simply tune their cars towards their liking? Then you should check out our mechanics in the city!
⚖️ Law - Become a Lawyer, Judge, or even the district attorney for the state and fight or represent the people of Los Santos. They may be the lowest of the low, but someone has to defend them, and for the right amount of money, you very well maybe that person. Besides, it’s innocent until proven guilty, and you’ve made it your life’s goal to prove they’re innocents, even if they were caught red-handed.
🚐 Real Estate - Always wanted to sell houses and make some decent money while doing so? We got you covered with our amazing looking house
🗨️ And a lot more!
https://preview.redd.it/jthlt8y92v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=5c779b58e022c04a0af2180e68bb5ad019d76c26
City Pictures
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2024.05.16 23:58 Mustbeozzi Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server

Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server
https://i.redd.it/wjmq5des1v0d1.gif
Discord discord.gg/emberrp
Website emberroleplay.com
Socials Youtube - Tiktok - Twitter
https://preview.redd.it/chh62wyj1v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=ecf927f2c611d18cadace71f0ec963363e34fe75
Activities
🏎️ Racing System - Feel confident enough to take on other people in the city to challenge them to a streetrace? Look no further, we have this available for all our players!
🎳Bowling - Wish to hang out and chill for bit while competing for fun? Try out bowling with you buddies, for some relax time.
⛳Golf - Who doesn’t like a chill/relax time playing a good game of golf? Enjoy your free time playing alone or with friends to just kill some time while you just chilling.
🎱 Pool - Want to take a break from your hard work? Compete with your buddies in pool or even chill out by yourself. Grab a drink and have fun!
💪 Arm Wrestling - Always wanted to see which person is stronger? Why not try and challenge each other in a arm wrestling battle. May the strongest person win!
🎣 Fishing - Pass your time with some relaxing fishing, simple but clean fishing expierence for everybody to access.
🦌 Hunting - Always loved to hunt some animals? We have a legal hunting system for you to enjoy! Head up north to check it out.
🛹Skateboarding - When you first fly in our city you will receive a skatingboard for free! This will be your simple way to travel around our city. Near our Tinsel Apartments (And a few more spots blipped on our map) you can always rent a car if you wish to do so.
🎰 Casino - Is gambling something you love to do? Then you are at the right place! Our city offers a fully working service with Blackjack, Slot Machines, Roulette, 3 card poker & Lucky Wheel. You can win a 1 of 1 car from the wheel if lucky! Those are extremely rare cars because you can’t win or buy those anywhere else!
https://preview.redd.it/chh62wyj1v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=ecf927f2c611d18cadace71f0ec963363e34fe75
Public Jobs
🚕 Downtown Cab - Are you that person who loves to drive around a lot? Why not check out our taxi job! Get decent payment while making sure your customers getting from A to B. Just make sure you drive safe!
🏡Gardening - Have you always wanted to help people keep their garden clean? Then this is the ideal job for you!
🧑‍🌾 Farming - Are you that person who loves to farm? Look no further who got you covered! Head up north to check out our farming system, give yourself some good chill vibes.
🚚PostOp - You will be picking up packages from companies. Make sure to deliver them to earn yourself some reputation to unlock a new feature!
🚐 Gruppe6 - Are you ready to pickup some moneybags while proctecting these bags? Then this is for you! With a fully selfmade reputation system which you earn some after each job completed. Higher Rep will unlock new features! Be aware of any risk!
⛏️ Mining - Always been fascinated by earning some money from mining? Look no further and grab your pickaxe and start mining while earning yourself some reputation at the same time.
🛻 Tow Driver - Work for the city of Los SAntos as a Two Truck Driver. Pick up abandoned cars around the city and take them back towards the impound for a bit of cash. Or simply help out the police by towing cars.
🚛 Sanitation - Help the city of Los Santos stay clean by collecting trashbags from the garbage containers. Once you finished your job you get a decent payment and also gain reputation after! Keep a look out though, you might find something helpful while working!
https://preview.redd.it/chh62wyj1v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=ecf927f2c611d18cadace71f0ec963363e34fe75
Whitelised Jobs
👮 Law Enforcement - Do you have it what it takes to keep the streets clean from all the criminal activities and secure safety for the people living in Los Santos? Make sure get your application
🚑 Emergency Medical Services **- You know every live matters, and wish to take care of all the civilians in our city while saving people in the process? Then check out our EMS application, we need you!
🧑‍🌾 Mechanic - Do you love to work on cars & help out our civilians with broken cars or simply tune their cars towards their liking? Then you should check out our mechanics in the city!
⚖️ Law - Become a Lawyer, Judge, or even the district attorney for the state and fight or represent the people of Los Santos. They may be the lowest of the low, but someone has to defend them, and for the right amount of money, you very well maybe that person. Besides, it’s innocent until proven guilty, and you’ve made it your life’s goal to prove they’re innocents, even if they were caught red-handed.
🚐 Real Estate - Always wanted to sell houses and make some decent money while doing so? We got you covered with our amazing looking house
🗨️ And a lot more!
https://preview.redd.it/chh62wyj1v0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=ecf927f2c611d18cadace71f0ec963363e34fe75
City Pictures
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2024.05.16 23:55 Mustbeozzi Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server

Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects Streamer Friendly Server
https://i.redd.it/zcssw6412v0d1.gif
Discord discord.gg/emberrp
Website emberroleplay.com
Socials Youtube - Tiktok - Twitter
https://preview.redd.it/ebmtqdhtgu0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=45b984040fce822782aae97906df188a540f80c0
Activities
🏎️ Racing System - Feel confident enough to take on other people in the city to challenge them to a streetrace? Look no further, we have this available for all our players!
🎳Bowling - Wish to hang out and chill for bit while competing for fun? Try out bowling with you buddies, for some relax time.
⛳Golf - Who doesn’t like a chill/relax time playing a good game of golf? Enjoy your free time playing alone or with friends to just kill some time while you just chilling.
🎱 Pool - Want to take a break from your hard work? Compete with your buddies in pool or even chill out by yourself. Grab a drink and have fun!
💪 Arm Wrestling - Always wanted to see which person is stronger? Why not try and challenge each other in a arm wrestling battle. May the strongest person win!
🎣 Fishing - Pass your time with some relaxing fishing, simple but clean fishing expierence for everybody to access.
🦌 Hunting - Always loved to hunt some animals? We have a legal hunting system for you to enjoy! Head up north to check it out.
🛹Skateboarding - When you first fly in our city you will receive a skatingboard for free! This will be your simple way to travel around our city. Near our Tinsel Apartments (And a few more spots blipped on our map) you can always rent a car if you wish to do so.
🎰 Casino - Is gambling something you love to do? Then you are at the right place! Our city offers a fully working service with Blackjack, Slot Machines, Roulette, 3 card poker & Lucky Wheel. You can win a 1 of 1 car from the wheel if lucky! Those are extremely rare cars because you can’t win or buy those anywhere else!
https://preview.redd.it/ebmtqdhtgu0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=45b984040fce822782aae97906df188a540f80c0
Public Jobs
🚕 Downtown Cab - Are you that person who loves to drive around a lot? Why not check out our taxi job! Get decent payment while making sure your customers getting from A to B. Just make sure you drive safe!
🏡Gardening - Have you always wanted to help people keep their garden clean? Then this is the ideal job for you!
🧑‍🌾 Farming - Are you that person who loves to farm? Look no further who got you covered! Head up north to check out our farming system, give yourself some good chill vibes.
🚚PostOp - You will be picking up packages from companies. Make sure to deliver them to earn yourself some reputation to unlock a new feature!
🚐 Gruppe6 - Are you ready to pickup some moneybags while proctecting these bags? Then this is for you! With a fully selfmade reputation system which you earn some after each job completed. Higher Rep will unlock new features! Be aware of any risk!
⛏️ Mining - Always been fascinated by earning some money from mining? Look no further and grab your pickaxe and start mining while earning yourself some reputation at the same time.
🛻 Tow Driver - Work for the city of Los SAntos as a Two Truck Driver. Pick up abandoned cars around the city and take them back towards the impound for a bit of cash. Or simply help out the police by towing cars.
🚛 Sanitation - Help the city of Los Santos stay clean by collecting trashbags from the garbage containers. Once you finished your job you get a decent payment and also gain reputation after! Keep a look out though, you might find something helpful while working!
https://preview.redd.it/ebmtqdhtgu0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=45b984040fce822782aae97906df188a540f80c0
Whitelised Jobs
👮 Law Enforcement - Do you have it what it takes to keep the streets clean from all the criminal activities and secure safety for the people living in Los Santos? Make sure get your application
🚑 Emergency Medical Services **- You know every live matters, and wish to take care of all the civilians in our city while saving people in the process? Then check out our EMS application, we need you!
🧑‍🌾 Mechanic - Do you love to work on cars & help out our civilians with broken cars or simply tune their cars towards their liking? Then you should check out our mechanics in the city!
⚖️ Law - Become a Lawyer, Judge, or even the district attorney for the state and fight or represent the people of Los Santos. They may be the lowest of the low, but someone has to defend them, and for the right amount of money, you very well maybe that person. Besides, it’s innocent until proven guilty, and you’ve made it your life’s goal to prove they’re innocents, even if they were caught red-handed.
🚐 Real Estate - Always wanted to sell houses and make some decent money while doing so? We got you covered with our amazing looking house
🗨️ And a lot more!
https://preview.redd.it/ebmtqdhtgu0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=45b984040fce822782aae97906df188a540f80c0
City Pictures
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2024.05.16 23:54 jofo1993 Lake Oconee murders; further questions and profiling

The murders of Russell and Shirley Dermond in Lake Oconee GA in 2014 is one of the most well known cases in the true crime online community. I'll provide a summary for anyone unfamiliar with the case, and here are 2 links for those who want to know more about the case
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killings_of_Russell_and_Shirley_Dermond
https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/lake-oconee-mystery-fbis-quest-for-justice-intensifies-in-dermond-murders
In the first week of May of 2014, Russell and Shirley Dermond, a couple who was approaching 90 was supposed to attend a kentucky derby party in their upscale neighborhood on lake oconee in central GA. The couple never made it to the party, and after a few days went by, their friends became concerned when they did not hear from the Dermond's, so some neighbors went over to check on them
That is when the neighbor found a horrifying scene, Russell Dermond dead and decapitated in his garage, Shirley Russell nowhere to be found. The neighbor then called 911
The house was immaculate, it was an extremely clean crime scene and there was no evidence they were even killed at the house
10 days later, 2 fisherman found Shirley's body 6 miles away from the home, she was dumped into the lake. She had been beaten to death and had 2 cinderblocks strapped to her legs and tossed overboard. her body was disposed of via boat
I consider myself fairly well read about this case and I feel the entirety of the crime raises alot of interesting questions. id love to hear peoples thoughts on these questions/motives and the type of people and their motive who would do this. County Sheriff Howard Sills has been very media friendly about this case and has shared a decent amount of details/insight. Below are a few questions i have about the case, feel free to comment your thoughts, etc.
-the crime scene was extremely clean, russell was decapitated in the garage but otherwise the house was immaculate. why decapitate russell? if it was to hide the ballisitcs evidence would it not have been easier to use a different weapon?
-I feel they likely came to the house with the plan to decapitate them as they had to have a very sharp knife(sheriff said a super clean cut) and a container to take the head away in. what would be the motive for this?
-sheriff has stated he thinks there was at least 2 people, possibly more involved
-Russell was not killed in the garage where he was found. he was likely shot due to gun shot residue being found on his shirt. there's no blood spatter in garage, why kill him elsewhere and then bring him to the garage? where was he killed?
-Shirley was killed in a different manner and much more brutally, why use 2 different methods for killing them? why bother removing her body and his head and hiding them, meanwhile RD body was just left on the floor of the house?
-Shirley was not killed at the house and her body was dumped via boat
-this is a significant part of the crime imo, because removing Shirley from the property(in a boat especially) increases the risk of being caught 50x. i feel like there had to be a noteworthy reason to do this but cannot think of one
i think these killers are local, they had to have a boat and a truck/trailer to transport that boat. imo these guys had to be VERY comfortable on that lake, in order to kidnap an old lady, bring her onboard the boat, likely kill her onboard, and then tie cinderblocks to her and dump her body overboard. this is ALOT of work/effort and is very risky to do, which doesn't gel with leaving his body at the house
i think most likely it had to be some form of extortion, where they arrived by boat(even though sherriff says he doesn't think they arrived by boat) and then kidnapped SD in order to get $ out of Russell. Russell then either refused and/or fought back and was killed or things went wrong and the killers plan was ruined. so they just had to kill the dermond's and leave
ill probably make some edits after i proof read a bit. let me know if 'im missing anything and id love to hear your guys thoughts!!
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2024.05.16 23:42 Mustbeozzi Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects

Ember Serious Whitelisted Roleplay 20-30 Daily Avg. Peak Zero P2W Aspects
https://i.redd.it/iads62gi3v0d1.gif
Discord discord.gg/emberrp
Website emberroleplay.com
Socials Youtube - Tiktok - Twitter
https://preview.redd.it/ebmtqdhtgu0d1.png?width=784&format=png&auto=webp&s=45b984040fce822782aae97906df188a540f80c0
Activities
🏎️ Racing System - Feel confident enough to take on other people in the city to challenge them to a streetrace? Look no further, we have this available for all our players!
🎳Bowling - Wish to hang out and chill for bit while competing for fun? Try out bowling with you buddies, for some relax time.
⛳Golf - Who doesn’t like a chill/relax time playing a good game of golf? Enjoy your free time playing alone or with friends to just kill some time while you just chilling.
🎱 Pool - Want to take a break from your hard work? Compete with your buddies in pool or even chill out by yourself. Grab a drink and have fun!
💪 Arm Wrestling - Always wanted to see which person is stronger? Why not try and challenge each other in a arm wrestling battle. May the strongest person win!
🎣 Fishing - Pass your time with some relaxing fishing, simple but clean fishing expierence for everybody to access.
🦌 Hunting - Always loved to hunt some animals? We have a legal hunting system for you to enjoy! Head up north to check it out.
🛹Skateboarding - When you first fly in our city you will receive a skatingboard for free! This will be your simple way to travel around our city. Near our Tinsel Apartments (And a few more spots blipped on our map) you can always rent a car if you wish to do so.
🎰 Casino - Is gambling something you love to do? Then you are at the right place! Our city offers a fully working service with Blackjack, Slot Machines, Roulette, 3 card poker & Lucky Wheel. You can win a 1 of 1 car from the wheel if lucky! Those are extremely rare cars because you can’t win or buy those anywhere else!
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Public Jobs
🚕 Downtown Cab - Are you that person who loves to drive around a lot? Why not check out our taxi job! Get decent payment while making sure your customers getting from A to B. Just make sure you drive safe!
🏡Gardening - Have you always wanted to help people keep their garden clean? Then this is the ideal job for you!
🧑‍🌾 Farming - Are you that person who loves to farm? Look no further who got you covered! Head up north to check out our farming system, give yourself some good chill vibes.
🚚PostOp - You will be picking up packages from companies. Make sure to deliver them to earn yourself some reputation to unlock a new feature!
🚐 Gruppe6 - Are you ready to pickup some moneybags while proctecting these bags? Then this is for you! With a fully selfmade reputation system which you earn some after each job completed. Higher Rep will unlock new features! Be aware of any risk!
⛏️ Mining - Always been fascinated by earning some money from mining? Look no further and grab your pickaxe and start mining while earning yourself some reputation at the same time.
🛻 Tow Driver - Work for the city of Los SAntos as a Two Truck Driver. Pick up abandoned cars around the city and take them back towards the impound for a bit of cash. Or simply help out the police by towing cars.
🚛 Sanitation - Help the city of Los Santos stay clean by collecting trashbags from the garbage containers. Once you finished your job you get a decent payment and also gain reputation after! Keep a look out though, you might find something helpful while working!
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Whitelised Jobs
👮 Law Enforcement - Do you have it what it takes to keep the streets clean from all the criminal activities and secure safety for the people living in Los Santos? Make sure get your application
🚑 Emergency Medical Services **- You know every live matters, and wish to take care of all the civilians in our city while saving people in the process? Then check out our EMS application, we need you!
🧑‍🌾 Mechanic - Do you love to work on cars & help out our civilians with broken cars or simply tune their cars towards their liking? Then you should check out our mechanics in the city!
⚖️ Law - Become a Lawyer, Judge, or even the district attorney for the state and fight or represent the people of Los Santos. They may be the lowest of the low, but someone has to defend them, and for the right amount of money, you very well maybe that person. Besides, it’s innocent until proven guilty, and you’ve made it your life’s goal to prove they’re innocents, even if they were caught red-handed.
🚐 Real Estate - Always wanted to sell houses and make some decent money while doing so? We got you covered with our amazing looking house
🗨️ And a lot more!
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2024.05.16 23:34 louvveniafisher How to Get A Car Shipping Quote for a New York to Florida Vehicle Transport

How to Get A Car Shipping Quote for a New York to Florida Vehicle Transport
When planning to transport a vehicle from New York to Florida, the first thing you need to do is get a car shipping quote. This quote provides an estimate of the cost involved in moving your vehicle and helps you budget accordingly. Understanding how these quotes are calculated can save you time and money.

Factors Affecting Car Shipping Quotes

Several factors influence the car shipping quote you receive. These include:

Distance

The distance between the pickup and delivery locations is a significant determinant. For a New York to Florida transport, the distance is approximately 1,200 to 1,300 miles, impacting the overall cost.

Vehicle Type

The size and weight of your vehicle play a critical role. Larger and heavier vehicles, like SUVs and trucks, cost more to transport than smaller cars due to the space they occupy and the extra weight.
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Transport Type

There are two main types of transport: open and enclosed. Open transport is more common and less expensive, but it exposes your car to the elements. Enclosed transport offers more protection but at a higher cost.

Seasonality

The time of year affects car shipping rates. During peak seasons, such as winter when snowbirds migrate to Florida, demand for car shipping services increases, leading to higher prices.

Delivery Speed

Standard delivery times are the most economical, but if you need expedited shipping, expect to pay a premium for the faster service.

Pickup and Delivery Locations

Urban areas usually have more competitive rates due to higher demand and easier access to transport trucks. In contrast, rural locations might incur additional costs.

Steps to Get a Car Shipping Quote

Research and Select Reliable Car Shipping Companies

Start by researching reputable car shipping companies. Look for companies with positive reviews, proper licensing, and insurance. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) website is a good place to verify a company’s credentials.

Request Quotes Online

Most car shipping companies offer online quote forms on their websites. Fill out these forms with details about your vehicle, desired transport type, pickup, and delivery locations. It’s a quick way to get an initial estimate.

Compare Quotes

Gather quotes from multiple companies to compare prices and services. Ensure that you’re comparing similar services – for instance, open transport versus open transport – to get an accurate comparison.

Contact Companies Directly

After reviewing online quotes, contact the companies directly. Speaking to a representative can provide a more tailored quote and address any specific needs or questions you have.

Evaluating Car Shipping Quotes

Review Inclusions and Exclusions

When evaluating quotes, check what is included. Some quotes may cover door-to-door service, insurance, and taxes, while others might have hidden fees. Clarify these details before making a decision.

Check for Insurance Coverage

Ensure that the quote includes adequate insurance coverage. Your vehicle should be insured against potential damage during transit. Ask for specifics about the coverage limits and any additional costs.

Look for Discounts

Some car shipping companies offer discounts for various reasons – military personnel, students, multi-car shipments, and more. Ask about any available discounts to reduce your shipping costs.

Finalizing Your Car Shipping Plan

Schedule the Pickup

Once you’ve chosen a company, schedule the pickup. Provide the necessary details and confirm the date and time. Ensure that someone is available to hand over the keys and complete any necessary paperwork.

Prepare Your Vehicle

Before shipping, prepare your vehicle. Remove personal items, check for any pre-existing damage, and ensure the gas tank is less than a quarter full. These steps help protect your vehicle and streamline the shipping process.

Track Your Shipment

Most car shipping companies offer tracking services. Use these to monitor your vehicle’s progress from New York to Florida. Stay in contact with the company for updates and estimated delivery times.

Common Challenges and How to Overcome Them

Delays

Shipping delays can occur due to weather, traffic, or logistical issues. To mitigate this, schedule your shipment with some buffer time. Keep communication lines open with your shipping company for updates.

Damage During Transit

While rare, damage can happen. Ensure that you have adequate insurance and thoroughly inspect your vehicle upon delivery. Document any damages with photos and report them immediately to the shipping company.
In conclusion, getting a car shipping quote for transporting your vehicle from New York to Florida involves understanding the factors that influence costs, comparing quotes from multiple companies, and finalizing your shipping plan carefully. By following these steps, you can ensure a smooth and cost-effective car shipping experience. Whether you’re moving permanently or seasonally, the right preparation can make your vehicle transport stress-free and efficient.
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2024.05.16 14:41 Arbrand The Trickster's Veil

As far back as I can remember, I had always been passionate about the great outdoors. My love for the wilderness began when I joined the scouts, exploring the diverse landscapes of Southern California, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah. I was never a huge fan of the dry, barren landscapes, but camping provided a much-needed escape from the monotony of Orange County suburbia.
The first time I visited the Pacific Northwest, I was enchanted. The scenery was breathtaking—majestic mountains, lush fields, and meandering rivers. It was clear that anyone who praised the desert's beauty had never laid eyes on the Cascades. Seeing grass and wildflowers growing without irrigation was practically a revelation.
When I was old enough, I moved to Washington state, immersing myself in nature every weekend. My adventures took me hiking through dense forests, camping by serene lakes, and occasionally taking mushrooms under peaceful waterfalls.
I joined several online forums dedicated to outdoor enthusiasts. One community that particularly fascinated me was the Northwest Tomb Raiders. This group of history buffs and thrill-seekers was dedicated to uncovering artifacts, whether Native American relics or treasures hidden in modern ruins. Many members were collectors, fencing their finds to museums and archaeologists, which made it a rather profitable side gig, should you be lucky enough.
In the fall of 2009, an intriguing post appeared on the forum. A user named Lokk claimed to have discovered a cache of artifacts with Scandinavian origins. He couldn't carry everything back due to the treacherous terrain and his age, so he shared the coordinates, hoping someone else could retrieve the items. I scrolled down to see a few posts of people planning to loot it in the Spring, when the paths have reopened. One user, Patagooner, planned on going as early as possible.
Excited by the prospect, I gathered my two friends, Carl and Noah, for the expedition. They weren't as enthusiastic about camping as I was, but after I told them how much a single arrowhead goes for on the black market, they were on board. It was the start of winter now, which had its advantages and disadvantages. On the plus side, the rangers would have a harder time spotting us. On the downside, the harsh conditions posed a serious challenge for two inexperienced hikers.
I must’ve blown about four grand at REI on gear for them, justifying it with the knowledge of how much more I would make with two extra packs. That is of course assuming there really were as many artifacts as Lokk had said, and Patagooner hadn’t beaten me there.
The journey began like any other. We met in the pre-dawn darkness and went over our supplies, ensuring we had everything we needed. By mid-morning, we were on our way, my pickup truck winding up the mountain paths. The roads of Olympic National Park were the epitome of the raw, untamed beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
They snake through ancient forests, where towering Douglas firs and Western hemlocks create a verdant canopy overhead. Mist clings to the trees, giving the landscape an ethereal quality. Occasionally, the forest would open up to reveal breathtaking vistas of snow-capped peaks and deep, shadowy valleys.
As we climbed higher, the landscape grew increasingly desolate. The dense forest thinned out, replaced by rugged terrain and jagged rock formations. The air grew colder, and the first flurries of snow began to fall, dusting the ground in a thin, white layer. The road became narrower and more treacherous, winding precariously along the edge of steep cliffs.
Finally, a road closure blockade signaled the end of our journey in the truck. We unloaded three dirt bikes—one mine, two rentals—and continued up the trail. The bikes roared to life, carrying us several more miles into the wilderness. The trail twisted and turned, cutting through dense underbrush and over fallen logs. The snow began to fall more heavily, blanketing the forest floor and muffling the sound of our engines. The world around us grew quieter, more isolated.
Eventually, the snow became too deep to traverse by bike. We dismounted and prepared to continue on foot. The silence of the forest was profound, broken only by the occasional rustle of branches in the wind. I checked my modern GPS, its screen displaying the coordinates and a relief map of our destination.
The cold air bit into our cheeks as we trudged through the snow-laden forest. The silence was almost oppressive, broken only by the crunch of our footsteps and the occasional call of distant wildlife. The GPS indicated we were close to our destination, but the dense underbrush and uneven terrain made progress slow.
Suddenly, Carl's excited whisper cut through the stillness. "Hey, look at that!"
He pointed to a small, furry creature ambling through the trees. It took a moment to realize what it was—a bear cub, innocently exploring its surroundings.
My heart sank. "Carl, get back," I hissed, my voice low but urgent. "Where there's a cub, there's a..."
Before I could finish, a massive shape exploded from the trees. The mother bear, easily three times the size of the cub, charged at Carl with a ferocity. She was a blur of dark fur and powerful muscles, her roar echoing through the forest.
"Run!" I yelled, but it was too late. The bear was upon Carl, swiping at him with her massive paws. He screamed as he fell to the ground, the bear towering over him. Desperation and adrenaline surged through me. I grabbed the nearest heavy branch and swung it at the bear, hoping to distract her.
Noah joined in, shouting and waving his arms. We had to be careful; one wrong move and she would turn on us. The bear snarled, turning her attention away from Carl for just a moment. It was enough for him to scramble backwards, clutching his bleeding arm.
"We have to get him out of here," I shouted to Noah, who nodded, fear etched on his face. The bear, still enraged, seemed torn between attacking us and protecting her cub.
Using the brief respite, we hauled Carl to his feet. His face was white, and he was clearly in shock. Blood soaked his sleeve, dripping onto the snow. "There's a ranger station about two miles from here," I said, my voice shaking. "We need to get him there. Now."
We half-carried, half-dragged Carl through the forest, every shadow and sound heightening our paranoia.
Finally, after what felt like forever, the small, wooden structure of the ranger station came into view. We had been avoiding the rangers to keep our expedition secret, but now it was our only hope.
Pounding on the door, I prayed for a quick response. The door creaked open, and a weathered face appeared. "What happened?" the ranger demanded, taking in the sight of Carl's bloodied form.
"Bear attack," I gasped. "We need help."
The ranger's expression shifted from suspicion to urgency. "Get him inside. We've got a first aid kit and a radio."
As we eased Carl onto a makeshift bed, the ranger inspected his wounds. "You're lucky," he said after a moment. "The cuts are deep, but they missed any major arteries. He'll need stitches, but we can handle that here. No need for an airlift."
The ranger's face darkened as he turned to me. "What the hell are you boys doing out here?”
I hesitated, "We... we were just exploring."
The ranger's eyes narrowed, his anger palpable. "Exploring? In a restricted area? In the middle of winter? Are you out of your minds?"
He worked quickly and efficiently, cleaning and stitching Carl's wounds. Carl winced but stayed silent, his eyes closed in pain.
"Do you have any idea how dangerous it is out here?" the ranger continued, his voice rising. "The storm, the wildlife... This area is off-limits for a reason! You should have known better." he said, pushing a finger into my chest.
"We'll stay here for the night," he continued, "The storm's getting worse, and it's too dangerous to move him now. We'll reassess in the morning. And count yourself lucky I don't arrest your asses."
Night fell quickly, the storm outside growing more ferocious with each passing minute. The howling wind battered the small ranger station, and the walls creaked under the pressure. We huddled in the main room, the tension thick in the air.
The ranger looked at us sternly. "I need to check the perimeter and make sure everything is secure. There are things out there you don’t want to encounter, especially in this storm."
"Things? What do you mean?" Noah asked, his voice barely above a whisper.
The ranger's expression hardened. "Just stay put. No matter what you see or hear, do not leave this cabin. Understood?"
We nodded, the seriousness in his tone leaving no room for argument. "We'll stay put," I said, trying to sound more confident than I felt.
The ranger grabbed his coat and shotgun. "I'll be back in an hour. Do not leave this cabin." With that, he opened the door and stepped into the raging storm, disappearing into the darkness.
As soon as the door closed, I turned to Noah. "We need to go. Now."
Noah's eyes widened. "Are you crazy? He said to stay put."
"If we wait until morning, we'll be escorted out of here and lose our chance. This might be our only opportunity to find those artifacts."
Noah hesitated with uncertainty "But... what about Carl?"
"He'll be fine here. The ranger can take care of him. We have to do this now."
Reluctantly, Noah nodded. "Alright. Let's take what we can and go."
We quickly looted extra gear from the cabin. I checked the GPS one last time before we slipped out into the storm, the cold wind battering us.
The snow fell heavily, obscuring our vision as we slogged through the forest. The ranger was nowhere in sight as we made our way towards the our destination, each step filled with trepidatious excitement.
The storm began to die down as we approached the coordinates. We stepped into a clearing where the undisturbed snow lay like a pristine white blanket. In the center stood an ancient, weathered stone altar, encircled by intricate wooden carvings, delicate metalwork, and beautifully crafted statues. The sight was breathtaking, a treasure trove, a veritable museum of paganism.
Noah and I exchanged glances, our eyes wide with amazement. "Do you see this?" I whispered, barely able to contain my excitement.
"We're going to be rich," Noah replied, his voice trembling with awe. "These must be worth a fortune!"
We approached cautiously, as if the vision before us might disappear. The craftsmanship was stunning. I reached out to touch a carved wooden idol, marveling at the detail. "This is incredible," I said, my voice barely audible.
We began to load our packs with as many artifacts as we could carry, each one more exquisite than the last. It was beyond our wildest dreams. We were so engrossed in our task that we didn't notice the small figure watching us from the ridge.
It wasn't until I turned to leave that I saw her. A young girl, maybe eight years old, stood there, her blue eyes wide with curiosity. She was dressed in simple, rustic clothing, her blonde straight hair blowing gently in the wind. For a moment, we just stared at each other.
"Noah," I whispered urgently, nudging him. "Look."
He turned, his eyes following my gaze. "What the...?" he muttered, his voice trailing off.
The girl took a tentative step forward, her eyes fixed on the items in our hands. There was no fear in her gaze, only a quiet intensity that made my skin crawl.
"Who are you?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.
She tilted her head slightly. "My name is Sigyn."
"What are you doing out here, Sigyn?" Noah asked, his voice shaky.
"I live here,"
"You live here?" I echoed, incredulous. "Is there anyone else around?"
"Yes," she whispered.
"Where?" Noah demanded, looking around nervously.
"Everywhere," she said with a giggle.
The way she said it, so matter-of-factly, bothered me deeply. Noah and I exchanged a look, both of us trying to figure out what to do next.
"We can't take her back to the ranger," Noah started, "We'll lose everything."
I nodded, my mind racing. "Sigyn," I said slowly, "we need to know who else is here. Can you help us?"
She looked at me with her piercing blue eyes, then said, "I'm sorry."
"For what?" Noah asked.
"For what's going to happen to you," she replied, her voice tinged with sadness.
"You need to tell us what's going on," Noah said, grabbing her arm roughly. "Why are you out here alone?"
She looked up at him, unperturbed. "I am not alone," she said softly.
Before we could press her further, a loud, guttural mooing sound echoed through the clearing. We turned towards the direction the girl had come from, and there, emerging from the shadows, was the silhouette of an elk. As it approached, my stomach dropped. Its body was a grotesque amalgamation of life and decay. Its skull was fully exposed, the eye sockets dark and empty. Large patches of its ribs were visible, the flesh around them rotted away.
The elk's movements were slow and deliberate, its head swaying as if in a trance. It walked directly towards us, its hollow eyes fixed on Sigyn. The closer it got, the more the stench of death filled the air—a nauseating mix of decay and earth. I fought the urge to retch.
Sigyn stood up, her expression calm. The monster sniffed her gently, its nostrils flaring. Without a word, she climbed onto its back, mounting it like a horse. It was a surreal and horrifying scene ripped straight from a nightmare.
As she settled onto the elk, she looked back at us, "A thief in the night shall reap what he sows," she said, her voice carrying an otherworldly echo. "Beware the price of stolen dreams."
With that, the beast turned and began to walk away, Sigyn riding it into the shadows of the forest. We stood there, frozen in place. The realization that we were in far over our heads began to sink in. This started to feel like a trap.
We need to get out of here," My voice trembling. "Now."
We turned to leave, our packs heavy with the pilfered goods. But as we took our first steps, the forest around us seemed to come alive. Shadows moved among the trees, and whispers floated on the wind. I quickened my pace, glancing nervously over my shoulder.
"Did you hear that?" Noah asked sharply,
"Just keep moving," I commanded.
A figure emerged from the shadows, blocking our path. It was a man, tall and gaunt, his eyes burning with an intense light. "Where do you think you're going?" he asked, his voice cold and menacing.
"We're leaving," I stammered. "We didn't mean any harm."
The man smirked, and with a swift motion, he raised his hand. More figures appeared, closing in on us from all sides. We were surrounded.
"Run!" I shouted, shoving Noah forward.
We sprinted through the forest, branches whipping at our faces and legs. The figures pursued us, their footsteps silent and relentless.
Noah stumbled and fell, his pack spilling open. Statues scattered across the ground, glinting in the moonlight. "Help!" he cried, scrambling to gather the items.
"Leave them!" I shouted, pulling him to his feet. "We have to keep moving!"
But it was too late, their hands seizing us. I struggled, kicking and thrashing, but their grips were too strong. They forced us to the ground, binding our hands with rough, coarse ropes.
"Please," I begged, "Don't hurt us."
The man who had first appeared stepped forward, his eyes gleaming with amusement. "A thief in the night," he mocked.
They dragged us through the forest, the trees closing in around us like a cage. We were at their mercy.
In the distance, I could see the elk standing at the edge of the clearing, Sigyn still astride its back. Her eyes met mine, and for a moment, I thought I saw a flicker of pity. But then they turned away, disappearing into the shadows once more.
We were dragged into the heart of the forest, our struggles futile against the unyielding grip of our captors. As we broke through the treeline, a massive bonfire came into view, its flames licking the night sky. Shadows danced around the clearing, cast by the flickering light. A woman stood at the forefront, her presence commanding.
Her eyes were milk white, devoid of pupils, and her long, flowing white hair cascaded down her back. She was completely naked, her skin pale and marked with intricate symbols. Atop her head, she wore an elk skull, its antlers extending like eerie, skeletal fingers. She beat a drum emblazoned with more of the same cryptic symbols, each thud resonating deep within my chest.
Around the fire, about two dozen people stood, all drinking from crude, horned cups. Their faces were solemn, eyes fixed on the woman as she led them in a haunting chant. The atmosphere was thick with a mix of reverence and intoxication.
We were forced to our knees before the woman, who paused her drumming to look down at us. Her gaze was haunting, as if she could see into the very depths of our souls.
"Who are you?" Noah demanded, his voice trembling.
The woman ignored him, raising her arms to the sky. The chanting grew louder, the rhythm of the drum faster and more frenzied. The air around us seemed to vibrate with energy, the flames of the bonfire growing higher and more intense.
I glanced at Noah, fear mirrored in his eyes. The woman began to speak, her voice low and melodic, but filled with power, in a language I couldn't understand. Suddenly, she stopped, lowering her arms. The chanting ceased, and an silence fell over the clearing. She looked directly at me, her white eyes unblinking.
En tjuv i natten skördar vad han sår, akta dig för drömmar som du stjäl och får.
Hans skratt bevakar lundens gömda stig, där skuggor sveper över skogens liv.
För varje stulet andetag och svek, måste en tjuv möta sitt smärtsamma ödelek.
Tricksterns vilja, vår ande här, så i hans nåd, våra liv bär.
I was terrified and confused. She started again, softer, in a way I could understand.
A thief in the night shall reap what he sows, beware the price of stolen dreams.
His laughter guards our hidden groves, where shadows cloak the forest's seams.
For every stolen breath and lie, a thief must meet his painful end.
The tricksters will, our spirits tie, so in his grace, our lives suspend.
The crowd surged forward, grabbing Noah first. He screamed, his terror echoing through the trees as they pulled him towards a makeshift altar beside the bonfire. The woman chanted louder, her voice rising in a hypnotic rhythm as they began their gruesome work.
They stripped him of his shirt and bound his arms to a wooden frame. I tried to move, to help him, but the grip on my shoulders tightened, pinning me to the ground.
The woman approached Noah, holding a knife with a blade that gleamed in the firelight. She started to slice into his back, her movements deliberate and unhurried. Noah's screams pierced the night as she methodically carved the shape of wings into his flesh.
Blood poured from the wounds, soaking the ground beneath him. The crowd's chant grew louder, almost drowning out his cries. I watched in horror as the woman reached into the incisions, breaking the ribs and pulling them outward, creating a parody of wings.
Noah's agony was unbearable to witness. His screams turned to whimpers, his body convulsing in pain. The woman didn't stop until the work was complete, his lungs exposed and hanging grotesquely from his back.
They lifted Noah's broken body and placed him over the fire. The smell of burning flesh filled the air, making me gag. His life ebbed away as the flames consumed him, the once vibrant light in his eyes fading to nothing.
The woman turned to me, her expression devoid of mercy. "You will meet the same fate," she said, "He demands it."
The smell of burning flesh and the sight of his broken body over the fire was seared into my mind. Despair settled over me as I closed my eyes.
A deafening blast shattered the night. My eyes flew open to see the shaman stumbling backward, a gaping wound in her chest. She collapsed to the ground, her white eyes staring lifelessly into the void.
The villagers turned in shock as another shot rang out, this time hitting one of the men holding me. I twisted free from their grasp and saw the park ranger standing at the edge of the clearing, a pump-action shotgun in his hands. He fired again, the sound echoing through the forest, before one of them tackled him to the ground.
"Run!" he shouted, his voice raw and desperate. "Get the hell out of here!"
I didn't need to be told twice. I sprinted into the darkness, the chaos of the clearing fading behind me. Branches whipped at my face, and the snow underfoot made every step a struggle. I could hear the sounds of fighting and gunshots, but I forced myself to keep moving.
The cold air burned in my lungs, but adrenaline pushed me forward. I didn't stop until I reached the station, my legs threatening to give out from under me. I burst through the door and slammed it behind me.
Inside, Carl lay where we had left him, his face pale and twisted in pain. I stumbled to the radio, my hands trembling as I fumbled with the controls.
"Mayday, mayday!" I yelled into the microphone. "This is an emergency! We need help! Please, someone, come quickly!"
Static filled the room, punctuated by my ragged breaths. I repeated the call, my voice growing more frantic with each passing second. Finally, a voice crackled through the speaker. "This is Ranger Station Bravo. What's your location? Over."
I could barely form the words. "Olympic National Park! The ranger station near mount Christie! We're under attack! Please, send help!"
"Copy that. Help is on the way. Stay put and stay safe. Over."
I collapsed to the floor, my body trembling with exhaustion and fear. Carl moaned softly, his eyes fluttering open. "What… What happened? Where's Noah?”
Tears streamed down my face and I found myself choked up. “He’s gone, man. Help is coming.”
The minutes stretched into an eternity as we waited. The wind howled around the station, and every creak and groan of the structure set my nerves on edge. I couldn't shake the feeling that we were being watched, that the forest itself was closing in on us.
The radio crackled again, this time with a different voice. "Helicopter en route, ETA fifteen minutes. Prepare for extraction."
I glanced at Carl, his eyes filled with confusion. "Hang on. We're getting out of here."
As the minutes ticked by, I couldn't help but think about the ranger. He had saved my life, but he hadn't made it back. My mind conjured up images of what might have happened to him, the cultists overwhelming him in the darkness. A sense of guilt gnawed at me, knowing he had sacrificed himself for us.
The sound of rotors cut through the night, growing louder as the helicopter approached. I ran to the window and saw its searchlight piercing the treetops, scanning for the station.
I helped Carl to his feet, supporting his weight as we made our way to the hatch. The helicopter hovered above, lowering a rescue basket. The wind from the rotors whipped the snow into a frenzy, but I didn't care. Salvation was finally here.
We secured Carl in the basket first, and I watched as he was hoisted up, disappearing into the safety of the helicopter. My turn was next. I realized that I was now alone and exposed. Fear coursing through me as I scanned around the edge of the forest, expecting to be grabbed and taken seconds before my rescue. But the moment never came. As I gripped the rope, I took one last look at the forest below. The flames of the bonfire still flickered in the distance.
I was lifted into the air, the ground falling away beneath me. The helicopter's crew pulled me inside, and I collapsed onto the floor still holding onto my pack, my body finally giving in to exhaustion. The doors closed, and the helicopter banked away, leaving the horrors of the park behind.
Weeks had passed since the harrowing events, but the memories clung to me like the bitter cold. I had returned to civilization, seeking solace in the familiar chaos of the city. I found a wealthy collector through a network of contacts. The artifacts fetched a price tenfold the cost of gear. The money was substantial, but as I held the cash, it felt like a hollow victory.
Noah's absence weighed heavily on me. His disappearance was chalked up as a missing persons case, and despite my best efforts to explain what had happened, no one believed me. The authorities conducted a search of the area, but they found no trace of the cult, the artifacts, or the clearing. It was as if the forest had swallowed up all the evidence.
I returned to the site where we had parked the truck. The dirt bikes were gone, stolen by opportunistic thieves, but the truck remained. I drove back in silence, the road winding through the dense forest. For a moment, I thought I saw the girl watching me from atop a ridge until I realized it was just paranoia. I stepped on the gas a little harder.
Back home, I checked the Tomb Raiders forum again. The post that had led us into the forest was gone, deleted without a trace. I messaged the mods, but apparently, they don’t keep records to maintain confidentiality. I wrote about our experience, detailing every terrifying moment, but the responses were skeptical at best. Most dismissed it as a work of fiction or a desperate cry for attention.
Time passed, and I tried to return to a semblance of normalcy. Yet, the wilderness called to me stronger than ever. It was my sanctuary, the only place where I could find peace amidst the turmoil. I spent more and more time outdoors than ever before, but now it always felt like I was just running from something.
Determined to prove what had happened, I returned to the forest with a camera and recording equipment. This time, I documented every step, capturing footage of the trees, the snow, and the eerie silence that hung in the air. I retraced our path, hoping to find the clearing again. But each night, as I reviewed the footage, something strange would happen. The files would be corrupted or entire segments missing.
I pressed on. I found the site where Noah had fallen, the ground still bearing faint traces of what had happened. I set up the camera and began to speak, recounting the events in detail. As I spoke, a cold wind swept through the clearing, and the camera's screen flickered. I finished my account and turned to check the recording, only to find the file corrupted once again, the footage replaced by static and a faint, mocking laughter.
I returned home, defeated and exhausted. My attempts to share what I had experienced were met with disbelief and ridicule. The files I managed to save were corrupted beyond recognition. It was as if the forest itself was conspiring against me.
Almost exactly one year later, as I browsed the forums, a new post caught my eye. It was cryptic, eerily similar to the one that had led us into the nightmare. It spoke of another trove of artifacts, hidden deep within the wilderness, waiting to be claimed.
The post was signed with a new name: Skygge. Different handle, same style. Another trap. They had taken so much from me, left scars that would never heal. I opened my drawer, my fingers brushing over the cold metal of my weapons. This was the moment I had been waiting for. This time, I'll be ready.
The forest’s secrets won't remain hidden forever.
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2024.05.16 09:40 Mkmk139 When to pay off a debt vs investing?

I was recently on the unburyme website and it dawned on me to maybe payoff my truck and or RV to stop paying intrest. I've always been an excessive saver with no real plan. Recently my wife and I started to seriously dive into our finances. We are using the TMOAP budget sheet to track our expenses/income and are really starting to look at the nitty gritty of what we spend.
Yearly I earn $100-150k with $20k-30k tax free stipend. We are full time on the road traveling to different jobsites to work projects, 1-2 months long. Hence the pickup and camper. Typically work 6 to 10 months out of year.
So far this year I've earned $68k take home roughly. I bought my wife the mazda with $10k down in February and have about $4.5k already tied up on a vacation for July. Our typical expenses run about $4.5k a month total. Is it dumb to pay off the truck to pay "myself" the 8.76% interest? This would also lower our expenses by 1k a month. We've been thinking about the coast fire strategy recently too.
I'm 26 years old and my wife is 24. My question is should I withdraw some money from brokerage to pay off atleast my truck. Thanks for all advice!
$52k in Taxable Brokerage 75% VOO 25% cash settlement fund.
$16k Roth Ira Maxed this year. 100% VOO
$15k in Checking, typical move everything over $10k to Brokerage.
$35k Truck @ $866/month 8.76% 3500 Diesel essential for work. Older Low mileage. 5 year loan
$15k rv @ $300/month 7.7% 10 year loan.
$16.9k mazda for wife@ $522/month 3.99% 3 year.
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2024.05.16 06:18 Mkmk139 Should I pay off Truck or keep money invested?

I was recently on the unburyme website and it dawned on me to maybe payoff my truck and or RV to stop paying intrest. I've always been an excessive saver with no real plan. Recently my wife and I started to seriously dive into our finances. We are using the TMOAP budget sheet to track our expenses/income and are really starting to look at the nitty gritty of what we spend.
Yearly I earn $100-150k with $20k-30k tax free stipend. We are full time on the road traveling to different jobsites to work projects, 1-2 months long. Hence the pickup and camper. Typically work 6 to 10 months put of year.
So far this year I've earned $68k take home roughly. I bought my wife the mazda with $10k down in February and have about $4.5k already tied up on a vacation for July. Our typical expenses run about $4.5k a month total. Is it dumb to pay off the truck to pay "myself" the 8.76% interest? This would also lower our expenses by 1k a month. We've been thinking about the coast fire strategy recently too.
I'm 26 years old and my wife is 24. Thanks for all advice!
$52k in Taxable Brokerage 75% VOO 25% cash settlement fund.
$16k Roth Ira Maxed this year. 100% VOO
$15k in Checking, typical move everything over $10k to Brokerage.
$35k Truck @ $866/month 8.76% 3500 Diesel essential for work. Older Low mileage. 5 year loan
$15k rv @ $300/month 7.7% 10 year loan.
$16.9k mazda for wife@ $522/month 3.99% 3 year.
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2024.05.16 04:57 its_whirlpool4 Events for Fri 5/17 - Sun 5/19

** BOTH FRI 5/17 AND SAT 5/18 *\*
Motorcycle Safety Foundation Ride Day New Mexico Motorcycle Safety Program, 3401 Pan American Fwy Take Your First Ride: Ride a motorcycle in 30 min or less for free. MOTO Intro provides the motorcycle, helmet, gloves, and coaching. Free Riding Skills Test: Take the challenge of an advanced MSF course! SKILL Check participants, bring your motorcycle and gear! Please wear over-the-ankle footwear, long pants and long sleeves
Niños and Teeños: Flamenco para todos Carlisle Gymnasium (Elizabeth Waters Center for Dance), UNM, 301 Yale Blvd. NE National Institute of Flamenco presents Niños y Teeños Flamencos in FUTUROS FLAMENCOS. Come see the high-energy flamenco of the National Institute of Flamenco's Student Companies. Don't miss this special showcase by talented youth in our community! (tickets)
** Fri 5/17 *\*
Fri 4:30 PM Bike to Wherever Day Canteen Brewhouse, 2381 Aztec Rd. NE Learn about exciting bike routes in Albuquerque and grab some cool giveaways to kickstart your cycling adventures. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, there’s something for EVERYONE at our pop-up table! We'll have Canteen will be volunteering at a table from 6:30-9am and then again at 4:30-6:30am. Receive $1 off your beer if you arrive on your bike
Fri 5 PM Pistachio Cream Ale Release Tractor Brewing, ALL locations We're bringing back this seasonal favorite for American Craft Beer Week! Inspired by pistachios produced right here in New Mexico this brew is as smooth as silk and as tasty and a fresh roasted pistachio. This is a very limited one off for us, so come and get you a pint or growler while supplies last
Fri 5 – 7 PM May Babies Birthday Celebration Rio Bravo Brewing, 1912 2nd St. NW Starting at 5pm, the first 25 people with May birthdays to show Ryan proof of their birthday month will score a $5 Rio Bravo Brewing Gift Card...oh, and Beers are on special for birthday kids for just $5! But you spend your gift card however you want! Thanks to Cake Fetish...we'll have cupcakes for the May Birthday Kids (while supplies last) We'll have prizes JUST for the May Babies! We'll also have drawings for all you non-birthday folks too If you want to get their before us...All drinks are $1 Off for May Birthdays the whole day!
Fri 5:45 – 7:15 PM 22 Veterans Suicide Awareness WOD BFit505, 11500 Menaul Blvd. NE Each month, Team Bravo & Bfit505 team up to bring awareness to veteran suicide. Before our events, we will take a moment and talk about the issue. Then we will begin with our 22 reps WOD followed by a 2.2 mile ruck/walk/run. Afterwards, we will be going out to eat for social time with friends and family. This event is for all levels
Fri 6 PM Sandia Social - May Hangout Dawn Patrol Coffee Shop, 3619 Copper Ave NE We will be hanging out around the patio and inside starting at 6pm! Bring your friends and come hang out!
Fri 6 PM Pink Therapy, A Latin Dance Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Sobremesa, 3421 Coors Blvd. NW On The One and Pachanga Productions' "Salsa Therapy" night has made its mark in the Latin Dance community, now we are using the symbolism of "Therapy" under "Pink Therapy" but this time it is to fundraise in partnership with the Pink Warrior House Foundation in order to provide outreach and increase resources for those warriors battling against breast cancer. On The One and Pachanga productions will be involved in community outreach and utilizing our resources to help those in need. Cover charge is a SUGGESTED $20 donation (ALL PROCEEDS GO TO Pink Warrior House Foundation). Cocktail hour from 6-7 PM (purchases go to PWH on selected drinks). Dance lesson from 7-8 PM. Open dance floor 8-12 AM. Be aware of Media/News coverage. We need everyone's assistance with this, PLEASE SHARE FAR AND WIDE, those warriors battling breast cancer need our help. Let's do our part. We are asking for the entire Latin dance community to come out and support. This will be one of many fundraisers that we do for organizations like PWH. Lets use our dance skills to help those in need!
Fri 6 – 8 PM May Flowers Stampin' Bingo (in person) Hip Stitch, 2320 Wisconsin St. NE Cost is $35 for 6 rounds of bingo, prizes, and make n' takes! Message for more info or to register
Fri 6 – 8:30 PM Los Domingueros Live El Vado, 2500 Central Ave SW Prepare for an unforgettable fusion of Latin dance beats and rock energy as Friday Night Live at El Vado proudly presents New Mexico's premier menudo-based band, Los Domingueros! Few bands can match the infectious joy and vibrant rhythms that they bring to the stage. A multi-talented group of musicians, they take listeners on a musical journey like no other. From the pulsating rhythms of salsa, bachata, and cumbia to the high-energy vibes of ska and reggae, sprinkled with a dash of punk and thrash, their eclectic repertoire promises an exhilarating experience for all. As always, treat your taste buds to a delightful selection of culinary delights from our diverse food pods. From savory stir-fries to tantalizing Latin flavors and heavenly desserts, there's something to satisfy every craving. And don't overlook the opportunity to quench your thirst with a crisp craft beer from Ponderosa Brewing Company, conveniently available at the El Vado Tap Room
Fri 6 – 10 PM Fork Cancer Gala FUSION ABQ, 700-708 1st St. NW The American Cancer Society is hosting Albuquerque's second #ForkCancerAbq fundraising event. VIP 6pm - 7pm. Gala 7pm - 10pm. Dress Code: Gala Attire. #ForkCancerNM is a foodie's dream, with local restaurants and bars bringing out their best to truly showcase the Taste of Albuquerque while raising money for the American Cancer Society's life-saving mission in New Mexico supporting Access to Care like patient transportation, patient lodging and 24/7 support. Along with life saving research and grants. With great opportunities to raise money, we will also have live entertainment! (tickets)
Fri 6:30 – 10 PM Community Movie Night South Valley Multipurpose Center, 2008 Larrazolo Rd. SW Feature of the night: In The Heights. Bring your dinner, blankets and chairs. Please no glass containers
Fri 7 PM Movie In The Park ABQ Food Park, 6901-B San Antonio Dr. NE ABQ Food Park is bringing back Movies In The Park, starting off the summer with a screening of The Sandlot. Arrive early to get your face painted by Local Locas Facepainting before settling in with your blankets, chairs, and appetite for a delightful evening at the park with loved ones. Indulge in delicious fare from our food trucks while enjoying this timeless film under the stars. Please do not bring outside food as we have a variety of food options at the park. Please support our local food vendors. Entry is free! Reserve your tickets
Fri 7 – 10 PM Emerald Ball Holiday Dance Studio, 5200 Eubank Blvd. NE, Ste D Celebrate the enchanting month of May by donning your finest emerald attire. Bring in the vibrant spring season by joining us in elegant semi-formal wear of rich verdant colors and dance the night away! A Foxtrot lesson will begin the evening at 7pm followed by open dancing. Call 505-508-4020 for more information. $30 non-members
Fri 8 PM – 2 AM Sucia EDC Gogo Takeover Sidewinders Bar and Grill, 4200 Central Ave SE Sucia Productions is bringing the Electric Sky to Sidewinders! No need to have EDC FOMO because Papa Sucia is ready to bring the party to you! Come join your Sucia Family for a Night of PLUR! Featuring the Sucia Gogos on multiple boxes and individual dances available in the Cabaret Room! Hosted by Papa Sucia and Sucia Gogo Madam Sativa Rico-Stratton. DJ Unzipped will be bringing the you the best EDM set for you to dance the night away!
Fri 9 PM – 1:30 AM Callaita Fridays Salt Yard West, 3700 Ellison Rd. NW DJ Soiree will be spinning under the stars in the Salt Yard, promising a night of electrifying Latin music. This 21+ event guarantees an atmosphere where you can fully embrace the rhythm without inhibition. Whether you're a die-hard fan of Reggaeton or simply seeking a night of unparalleled fun, "Callaita Fridays" is the place to be
Fri 10:30 PM – 12:15 AM FACELESS AFTER DARK - new meta horror starring Jenna Kanell of "Terrifier"! The Guild Cinema, 3405 Central Ave NE All Seats $8. Check out the trailer. Dir. Raymond Wood - 2023 - 82m. Following her breakout success as the star of a killer clown horror flick, Bowie (Jenna Kanell, TERRIFIER) now finds herself struggling to capitalize on its success. But when she is suddenly held hostage by an unhinged fan posing as that same killer clown, horror becomes her reality as she fights to survive the night and escape before he completes his sinister plan to recreate the film's fatal plot (tickets)
** Sat 5/18 *\*
Sat 8 – 10 AM Planting Corn Seeds Lynn Garden, 176 Manierre Rd., Corrales We will be planting corn seeds; a new crop for Seed2Need this year!
Sat 8 – 10 AM Run for Mercy 5K Sagebrush Community Church, 6440 Coors Blvd. NW Join our team to run with us to support Mercy Multiplied, which exists to provide opportunities for all to experience God's unconditional love, forgiveness, and life-transforming power. Mercy offers free-of-charge Residential and Outpatient Counseling Programs, as well as Outreach Services that include workshops and trainings, our Keys to Freedom discipleship study, and Keys to Freedom Retreat (register)
Sat 8 AM – 12 PM Downtown Growers' Market Robinson Park, 810 Copper Ave NW Every Saturday from 8 am - NOON! This vibrant community event connects local farmers, growers, artisans, wellness makers, and hot food vendors with the local community from mid-April to early-November. Bring friends / family or come solo to enjoy fresh food made on sight, a variety of seasonal produce, unique arts and crafts, live music, and special programming all in the heart of downtown
Sat 8 AM – 2 PM Rio Rancho's Biggest Yard Sale Cabezon Park and Community Center, 2307 Cabezon Blvd. SE, Rio Rancho FREE Admission! Clean out your garage, spare bedroom, attic and shed. Come join us to sell all of those items that were collecting dust, find a treasure that you didn’t know you needed, and enjoy a day in the park! Vendor space $35 for a 15’ x 15’ space (Tables and chairs are not provided) Must register online, NO Drop-Ins Accepted. Please call the Cabezon Community Center at 505-892-4499 for more info
Sat 9 AM Send Haley to Spain Sand Volleyball Tournament Charlie’s Sandbox, 4335 Paseo del Norte NE All proceeds go to Haley and her trip to Spain in July! $20/per player. All Skill levels! Prizes for 1st & 2nd place. 4-6 players Coed with 1 female on team. Check in @ 8:30am. More info: Jillian (505) 322-7228, Haley (505) 331-4788, Charlie (505) 239-2461
Sat 9 AM Invisible Heroes Run Believers Center of Albuquerque, 320 Waterfall Dr. SE Join Runfit and the American Society of Radiologic Technologists for the inaugural Invisible Heroes 5K Run/Walk. It is a community event being held to recognize the vital role that medical imaging professionals and radiation therapists play on the health care team and to introduce the public to these vital health care professionals. You are invited to run and walk to celebrate the important work done by invisible heroes. At packet pick-up, you will have an opportunity to tour the ASRT Museum and Archives. Age group, overall, and team awards, including a great t-shirt and finisher medals for all participants (register)
Sat 9 AM - 4 PM 16th Annual CTC Vintage Tractor & Car Show Corrales Recreation Center, 500 Jones Rd., Corrales Join us for a fun day in the Corrales Park. There will be music, food, hot rods, tractor, stationary engines and more. Proceeds Raised will benefit Corrales 4H and Historical Society. Free admission. $10 for show participants
Sat 10 AM – 12 PM Foraging for Fun(ds) Los Poblanos Open Space, 1800 Tierra Viva Pl. NW Join Rev. Ryan Tate on a foraging excursion! Rev. Tate, of the African American spiritual tradition and an IPL board member, wants to bring their loving knowledge of NM edibles and herbs to you. Discover the food right under your nose and how easy it is to enjoy! We’ll meet to explore and harvest native and edible plants. Enter the Open Space area from west bound Montano Boulevard. After foraging, we’ll gather to taste our harvest and other locally sourced treats. Sign up today to participate - space is limited. This is a fundraiser for our work for climate justice: Please give generously (Suggested minimum donation $10)
Sat 10 AM – 3 PM Homebrewer's Happy Hour Southwest Grape & Grain, 3401 Candelaria Blvd. NE Homebrewer's Happy Hour is the perfect chance for all homebrewers, wine makers, distillers, or anyone interested in learning, to connect with others, share a drink, and learn about a new subject each month! $1 off beers from 10am to 3pm. Presentation on monthly subject at 1pm with open forum to discuss after. Food truck on site for lunch! May 18th - Barley
Sat 10:30 – 11:30 AM Animal Tales with the ABQ BioPark Ernie Pyle Library, 900 Girard Blvd. SE Dive into the captivating world of animals with "Animal Tales" presented by the ABQ BioPark! Join us for a delightful reading session featuring an animal-themed book. Experience the magic as the BioPark brings along real animals and biofacts that connect to the story, giving kids an exciting opportunity to meet these creatures up close! Don't miss this engaging and educational adventure for young animal enthusiasts!
Sat 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM FolkMADS Third Saturday Family Dance Albuquerque Square Dance Center, 4915 Hawkins St. NE Dancing, song, and live music for kids of all ages. No experience needed to have fun! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children dance free, Adults $10
Sat 11 AM – 1 PM Annual Summer Kick-Off Event! Matheson Park Elementary, 10809 Lexington Ave NE Join us as we kick off the summer with fun, a food truck, face painting, dunk tank, and more! Bring your family and your pets for a Blessing of the Pets. There is no cost to attend and all are welcome!
Sat 11 AM – 3 PM Wine + Art Afternoons Gruet Winery, 8400 Pan American East Fwy NE Prism Arts presents a new public art and social series with a special one-day multi-artist event. Join us inside the Gruet Winery with a selection of fine art, prints, paintings, jewelry, and ceramics from local artists Vanessa Alvarado, Eric Romero, Margarita Paz-Pedro, & Aaron Richardson. Enjoy unique art, amazing fine, food, and a social environment with the artists and the public. *All art purchases receive a complimentary bottle of Gruet Wine*
Sat 11 AM – 3 PM Bernalillo Family Fun Festival! Calvary Church, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE Get connected to community and enjoy a Fun Family Day!
Sat 11:30 AM – 4 PM Imaginary Friends Fest Flix Brewhouse, 3200 La Orilla Rd. NW Let your imagination run wild! Join us in the lobby to celebrate the opening of IF! Enjoy photo ops, freebies, an in-theater giveaway, and activities for the whole family. All ages are welcome!
Sat 12 PM BBQ n' Crawl Supper Rock Park, 598 Monte Alto Pl. NE Mini Crawlers 505 and Duke City RC are throwing a BBQ and crawl sesh! All rigs welcome! Please mark going if you are, so we can get enough food!
Sat 12 PM May Brew Tour - Farewell Tour Rio Bravo Brewing, 1912 2nd St. NW This is the last NM Brew Ha-Ha Beer tour for the season. The 24-25 season will start in June 2025 so stay tuned for the season lineup release. Rio Bravo Brewing, Ponderosa Brewing, Bow & Arrow Brewing, Juno Brewery. At Rio Bravo, a DD will be selected, then we’ll head to the other breweries in the order listed. T-shirts, if ordered will be delivered. For safety, a breathalyzer is available, a DD will be established and a liability waiver will be signed by all participants. Safety is of utmost importance. We want everyone to enjoy their tour and arrive home safely
Sat 12 PM Drag Bingo & Brunch! All Ages Welcome! Sidewinders Bar and Grill, 4200 Central Ave SE Join us for a Drag Queen Bingo and Brunch benefitting The Albuquerque Roadrunner Tournament 2024 (coming up in September). Hosted by Priscilla Bouvier. Doors 12pm. Show 1pm. Bingo, Prizes, Giveaways, Raffles, Cocktails, Mocktails and Fun!
Sat 12 PM Empire's 9th Anniversary - FREE PLAY ALL DAY Empire Board Game Library, 3503 Central Ave NE It's Empire's 9th Anniversary celebration and you're invited! We've been here 9 years and it's all thanks to the support we get from you, so to show our appreciation, this Saturday's celebration is our gift to you: Come in and play for free all day! Every game is on sale all weekend! We're holding raffles over the course of the day to give away some great games! So come on down and let us thank you!
Sat 12 – 3 PM STOODIS!: An AIDS/LifeCycle Fundraising Event Soo Bak Seoul Bowl, 111 Hermosa Dr. SE Help Vanessa Bowen cross the finish line – the fundraising finish line, that is! Vanessa is on a mission to raise $3,500 to participate in the 2024 AIDS/LifeCycle, a 545-mile charity bike ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles from June 2nd to 8th, 2024. Join this special fundraising event and send-off party for an afternoon of entertainment, vendors, bike tune-ups, raffle, and food and drink specials. Come prepared to support our local vendors and find out how you can win our selected giveaways. AIDS/LifeCycle benefits, and is jointly produced by, San Francisco AIDS Foundation (Tax ID # 94-2927405) and Los Angeles LGBT Center (Tax ID # 95-3567895), each of which is a nonprofit, public benefit corporation recognized as tax exempt under IRS Code Section 501(c)(3). Donations to AIDS/LifeCycle are deductible for income tax purposes, to the extent permitted by law. Vanessa Bowen (They/Them) is a Diné (Navajo) product designer and cyclist. Their work gravitates toward the intersection of design and social equity. Bowen is a former Outride Ambassador, current Chamois Butt’r and Kuat Racks Ambassador, founder of Get Native Kids on Bikes, and a supporter of AIDS/LifeCycle. If not creating in their studio in Albuquerque, they are training for a cycling event or community building for a just, equitable future (more info)
Sat 12 – 5 PM Day Camp - A Festival for Families Tin Can Alley, 6013 Signal Ave NE Day Camp is where adventure meets education, creativity, and community in a fair-like environment where a variety of youth development organizations are excited to share their programs. In partnership with Warehouse 505, and featuring organizations such as Explora, there will be workshops ands expos for kids to discover new passions across music, art, science, and more. Supporting Youth Security & Education, all dedicated funds raised will be going to New Mexico non-profit organizations
Sat 12 – 5 PM Monthly Pinball Tournament Sister, 407 Central Ave NW All skill levels and players welcome! 21+ Sign up starts at 12 pm; tournament play starts at 1 p.m. Entry fee is $5 + coin drop
Sat 1 – 5 PM United in Beer Collaboration Festival Ex Novo Brewing, 4895 Corrales Rd., Corrales United in Beer is a New Mexico statewide collaborative beer festival that benefits the Somos Unidos Foundation with 26 participating breweries, which were randomly partnered through a live draft and then together selected the beer style they would collaborate on. All beers will be showcased at the festival. Tickets are limited. Portions of ticket sales will donated to Somos Unidos Foundation, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to creating positive outcomes for New Mexicans through art, sport, community, and unity. This will be a 21+ Event. Food trucks will be on site. Included with ticket purchase is: Festival access, 8 drink tokens, and a United In Beer glass! We recommend bringing: Sunscreen, your friends, and good vibes
Sat 1 – 10 PM Boots In The Park Presents Thomas Rhett, Chris Young & Friends! Balloon Fiesta Park, 5000 Balloon Fiesta Pkwy Dust off your boots and get ready to holler, because Boots In The Park is making it's way to Albuquerque, y'all! Join us for a rootin', tootin', two-steppin' good time with none other than Thomas Rhett, Chris Young, Chris Janson, Kameron Marlowe, Dylan Schneider, Leaving Austin and beats by Luwiss Lux. We're talking about an evening filled to the brim with live tunes, finger-lickin' craft food, and the smoothest cocktails. We'll be kicking up dust with some good ol' line dancing and a whole heap more, as Balloon Fiesta Park is transformed into Albuquerque's best country music party! Past folks to grace the Boots In The Park stage are Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Tim McGraw, Cody Johnson, Jon Pardi and a bunch of other country legends. But this day is gonna be one for the record books, a show that will leave y'all talking for years to come (tickets)
Sat 2 PM Annual Castro Concerto Competition Albuquerque Youth Symphony, 4407 Menaul Blvd. NE Join us to hear talented high school juniors compete for the privilege of performing with the Youth Symphony during the Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program's 2024-2025 concert season! This event is free and open to the public. We also plan to stream this event live on Facebook for anyone not able to attend in person
Sat 2 PM "Greatest Moments" - a fundraising concert for Opera On Tap New Mexico Central United Methodist Church, 201 University Blvd. NE Join us for an afternoon of music to help raise money for Opera on Tap - New Mexico! Featuring some faculty and students of University of New Mexico, along with other local professionals, we have put a program together highlighting some of the show-stopping, beautiful moments of opera and musical theater! Suggested donation $10
Sat 2 – 7 PM Rawking: An Afternoon Metal + Art + Comedy Extravaganza Juno, 1501 1st St. NW Featured performers include Light Thief, Destroy to Recreate, Guvtika, Abandoned Saviors. outdoors on the patio with Four Bands, Comedians, Artists, Vendors. Produced by Metal World Radio. 21+. $10 at the door or presales online
Sat 3 – 8 PM Albuquerque Roller Derby presents: Sandia Slammers vs. Bosque Bruisers! Expo New Mexico - Manuel Lujan Jr Exhibit Complex, 300 San Pedro Dr. NE Albuquerque Roller Derby has gotten SO big we’ve split into two teams! Sandia Slammers & Bosque Bruisers! Get your tickets for our first Home Game of the 2024 season
Sat 3:45 – 5:45 PM AND 7 - 9 PM The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1 Flix Brewhouse, 3236 La Orilla Rd. NW Experience the Twilight saga's epic romance and thrilling fantasy BREAKING DAWN - PART 1 on the big screen! Bella and Edward, plus those they love, must deal with the chain of consequences brought on by a marriage, honeymoon, and the tumultuous birth of a child, which brings about unforeseen and shocking developments for Jacob Black (tickets)
Sat 4 – 8 PM Drink Local Downtown ABQ - May Step into the heart of Albuquerque with our thrilling, free monthly bar crawl event! Immerse yourself in the local charm as we celebrate community, culture, and creativity right in the heart of ABQ. In partnership with ABQCore Neighborhood Association, a locally organized and hosted event, we're bringing you a bar crawl experience like no other. This isn't just a crawl; it's a vibrant celebration of local businesses, a showcase of community talent, and a monthly escape into the unique flavors that make ABQ special
Sat 4 – 9 PM Summer Market ABQ Food Park, 6951 San Antonio Dr. NE Dive into the magic of summer evenings at ABQ Food Park with our captivating Summer Market! Join us for a delightful evening, where you can browse an enchanting array of offerings from local artisans and support our vibrant community businesses. Discover unique treasures crafted with love and passion by talented artisans, from handcrafted jewelry to exquisite home decor. Every purchase you make supports local creators and contributes to the thriving arts scene in our city
Sat 5 – 8 PM National Astronomy Day! Rainbow Park Observatory, 301 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho The Rio Rancho Astronomical Society will host National Astronomy Day at Rainbow Park Observatory. There will be food for a donation, family activities and safe solar viewing. Dr. Tony Hull will appeal at 7 pm about his work on the James Webb Space Telescope. He will also have some info on light pollution
Sat 5 – 11 PM Beer & Jazz on the Hill Tractor Brewing, 122 Tulane Dr. SE We're bringing you a full night of brews and Jazz with the very talented Rona & Meli opening things up at 5pm and our house Jazz band Basilaris Trio closing things down at 8!
Sat 6 PM Bear Affair 4: Spanish Tapas Beer Pairing Dinner Boxing Bear Brewing, 8420 Firestone Ln. NE Join us on our patio for an ALMOST summer night paired with a variety of our seasonal beers, chef-crafted Spanish tapas, and flamenco. Featuring chef Christopher Midyette And the artist dance group Spanish Broom. Tickets are $65 per person and include a welcome beer, three course tapas style meal with beer pairings and entertainment for the evening
Sat 6 PM One Year Anniversary Celebration Urbanmama505 Kombucha, 1014 Central Ave SW, Ste A Celebrating one year of love, abundance, and sharing wellness. Right after Open Mic 4-6pm, we will be graced with a jazz concert by Davis Nelson-Hooker, an amazing local musician. Elixirs and small plates for purchase
Sat 6 – 9 PM Gone Country Saturdays with DJ Soiree Ponderosa Brewing, 1761 Bellamah Ave NW It's Gone Country Saturdays featuring the amazing DJ Soiree! Start your evening with free dance lessons at 5 pm, followed by family-friendly entertainment
Sat 7:30 – 9 PM Saturday Night Stand-Up Bosque Brewing Co - Nob Hill, 106 Girard Blvd. SE Live from ABQ, it’s… Saturday Night Stand-Up Hosted by Nax Davis! Every third Saturday of the month! Seating at 7:30 - Comedy at 8. Featured line-up of local comics includes: MEG FINN, BRYAN LAMBE, SARINA OCHOA, MARY BYRD, ROBERT EYSTER
Sat 8 PM – 1:15 AM Apparition Goth Night Historic El Rey Theater, 622 Central Ave SW A hauntingly dark, classic goth night featuring the Apparition team: DJ Ren, DJ Batboy, DJ Moonside. Doors at 8. $10 all night. 21+ Tickets at the door. Expect goth, darkwave, death rock, synthpop, dark post punk, ebm, dark dance, industrial, witch house, horror punk and more
Sat 8:30 PM – 1 AM SABOR Latin Night - SATURDAYS Bama's 1865, 6007 Osuna Rd. NE May 11th - SPECIAL GUEST DJ ITALIA! DJ Gabriel Goza & DJ Pedro will be serving you the saucy Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue y Mas! Ample Parking, Safe Environment, Beautiful Venue, Good Food, Good Music, Good Vibes. 21+ / $10 cover
Sat 9 PM – 1 AM Cumbia + Rock en Espanol Juno, 1501 1st St. NW Grupo Super Verza with Ave. 69 and Lot Beat and DJ Tony. Baila! 21+, $15 at the door or online
** Sun 5/19 *\*
Sun 9 – 11 AM Elevated Roller Derby May Training Scrimmage Heights Community Center, 823 Buena Vista Dr. SE Officials' huddle 9:00AM. Captains' meeting at 9:20AM. First whistle 9:30AM. This is simply a black/white scrimmage. It will be used as an educational opportunity. NSO paperwork will be used as appropriate. You are encouraged to stretch your skills. Hospitality: This is a low/no production scrimmage, bring beverages and snacks for your own use. Bathrooms: The community center may not be open during the scrimmage. (That's the trade-off for a free space). You can stop at the nearby Starbucks before the event. Expectations: Skaters and Skating and Non-skating Officials are expected to follow all WFTDA Risk Management Guidelines. The venue is a designated alcohol, drug, and smoke-free space by the city of Albuquerque (sign up)
Sun 10 AM – 2 PM The Great Burque Bake On Rail Yards Market, 777 1st St. SW Get ready to whisk it all at the "Great Burque Bake-on," a special fundraiser for the non-profit Rail Yards Market: One dozen of Albuquerque's most talented bakers will dough head-to-head in a crusty competition for the ultimate bakery glory! Bakers brawl... You vote for the winners! This sugar-dusted showdown promises a blend of flour-fueled drama and buttery bravado, making it the yeast you can do to support your local confectionery champions. As these culinary wizards knead their way to the top, we guarantee you'll find their efforts both batter and sweeter than anything you've tasted before. Join us for a day of laughter, pastry, and a chance to see who rises as the crème de la crème of Burque's baking scene! 1) ORDER > Claim your Bake-on Box & exclusive market swag by ordering online May 10-16th, 2024. 2) LEARN > Follow our social media to learn about each contestant & their offering. 3) PICKUP > Grab your box of baked goodies & swag at the info booth Sunday May 19th. 4) ENJOY > Eat all the delectable goodies, savor the flavor, and read about all the contestants 5) VOTE >> Submit your votes online to choose the winners! (tickets) The Farmers' Market event is going down simultaneously with 175+ local vendors to explore, and is still FREE to enter and welcome to all. This funky fundraiser is going down during the FREE Rail Yards Farmers' Market. So you can peruse 150+ small businesses and enjoy the historic architecture while you enjoy your Great Burque Bake-on Box of goodies! All proceeds will benefit the Rail Yards Market. The Rail Yards market of Albuquerque is a certified 501(c)3 non-profit focused on building a resilient, sustainable, local economy where the surrounding historic communities thrive, all can participate, and everyone is enriched and inspired. Through food, art, education, and music, we invite the community together in an inclusive and festive atmosphere
Sun 11:30 AM The Addams Family Historic Lobo Theater, 3013 Central Ave NE THE HISTORIC LOBO THEATER is excited to bring The Addams Family to the big screen! Showing Starts at 11:30 am Tickets are ONLY $10 for General Admission $25 Brunch and a Movie Ticket $21 Brunch Only ticket
Sun 12:30 PM Annual Spring Tea Asbury UMC, 10000 Candelaria Rd. NE All are welcome to attend our Annual Spring Tea! This year's theme is "The Tapestries of Our Lives." Life can be like a tapestry; our quilt, with events, feelings, accomplishments, and even disappointments "stitched" in. Join us, for tea, while Cindy Kurey, AQS-certified quilted textiles appraiser, shares how quilting and her faith have helped her navigate life. She will also show her collection of antique, vintage, and modern quilts! There is no cost to attend, though RSVPs are required. Please call the church office 505-299-0643 or message us on Facebook to RSVP
Sun 1 PM Ruck Club May Callout - Rain Ruck North Domingo Baca Park, 8301 Wyoming Blvd. NE Since we are in Albuquerque, we will get creative to find water. No weight requirement; use your regular training weight. We will be rucking at least 5 miles. Hosted by F3 Albuquerque, which plants free, peer-led workout groups for men, but this event isn't just for men! Everybody is welcomed and encouraged to participate in this GORUCK monthly callout. Bring water, electrolytes, sunscreen. Expect to get wet, and dress accordingly
Sun 2 - 4 PM Film Screening: "Between the Stone and the Flower" JCC of Greater Albuquerque, 5520 Wyoming Blvd. NE The film follows the journey of Genie of Milgrom and her decades long quest for her Jewish lineage inspired the film. She was born in Havana, Cuba and raised in Miami as a full Catholic. She was always burdened with a deep-rooted feeling of not belonging in her Spanish Catholic environment. Genie becomes more and more convinced that her family was Jewish in the Iberian Peninsula centuries before. Intro and Q&A with Filmmaker, Genie Milgrom (register for free)
Sun 2 – 3:30 PM Cuidando los Niños Fundraiser Cookie Class Sweet Pea Bakery, 2500 Central Ave SW Join us for a fun night out while making an impact in our community! Light House Studio and Sweet Pea Bakery are teaming up to host a cookie decorating class to benefit Cuidando los Ninos. This will be a full 1.5 hour class where local cookie artist Katie Sacoman walks you through decorating three floral themed sugar cookies. Each participant also receives a personalized cookie with their name on it. 50% of each ticket sold goes to benefit Cuidando los Ninos, a local organization working to break the cycle of homelessness for children and families by providing high-quality early childhood education, case management, supportive housing, and parent education. *This class will be good for participants age 10 and up. Please keep in mind it is an hour and a half long guided class. You know your child best!*
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2024.05.15 18:54 wendyschimkintendies Firestone tried to kill me, too

I saw the other post on here and wanted to share my experience.
I took my truck (2010 Tacoma) in around April 8th or so for a grinding noise that was occurring when coming to a stop. Firestone took a look at said "oh it's the head gaskets and your steering column. All repairs and labor costs will come to around $2,650" so I okayed it. Come pickup day a few days later, they said they did the repairs but when they test drove it, THAT was when they realized the noise was coming from my drive shaft bearing. So I paid for everything for them NOT to fix the issue. I went back and complained saying they fixed everything EXCEPT the one thing I brought it in for. They apologized and said usually they don't do drive shaft repairs, but because this was their mistake, they'd fix it for free. I allowed it to see if they could make it right. Got my truck back later that day and everything was fine.
A month later, May 2nd, I noticed a choppy noise coming, once again, from my drive shaft but this time when accelerating from a stop. I immediately took it back in and asked they check if the bearing they replaced was still good because I know faulty parts happen. They checked out my truck and said the drive shaft wasn't the issue and what I was hearing was most likely my motor mount and that I needed another $2,100 worth of work done. I thought it was a bit sketchy so I took my truck to my parents' house so they can take it to their mechanic. I drove all the way across a major city (roughly an hour drive) and dropped off my truck, traded vehicles with my parents, and went on my way. I got news that it was NOT my motor mount and my parents were taking my truck to a transmission shop. Got a call a couple days later from my parents saying they were just with the mechanic and he showed them my drive shaft was MOVING UP AND DOWN ABOUT FOUR INCHES INSIDE THE BEARING.
Firestone allowed me to drive with a potentially fatal drive shaft issue. I called corporate (May 10th, the day I got the info about the drive shaft) and filed a claim. Just got a call today (May 15th) and was told because I got the truck repaired, they couldn't do an investigation and were unable to follow through with my claim.
Fuck Firestone.
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2024.05.15 18:42 cartoon_Dinosaur Second contact Chapter 2

Thank you to Space paladin for the canvas and u/Acceptable_Egg5560 for proofreading and critique
Content warning; Educator abuse and syrupy love
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Memory transcript: Maarchal , MESEA Astronomers. Date: [Standard Farsul calendar ] January 26th, 3667
PLUNCK
Ponthyts blue stick clattered on the board, rolling around in a circle. Before settling on three. He then pumps his paw and moves to move a soldier that many paces.
“Well, I got you cornered now, whatcha going to do about it?” I smirk at Ponthyts soon to be dashed confidence as I take out my red stick and flip in the air much higher than he did with his own.
It hits the board with a loud clatter, bouncing on each end before settling on rolling. To which it landed on seven. I move my last interceptor through his ranks and take his general. The gobsmacked look on his features was evident, with his previously wagging tail so still it made stone seem fluid.
“I win.”
“How did you do that?”
I rolled my shoulders and readjusted my legs underneath. “Well, you left a clear path for my interceptor.” I pointed to the gaps in his remaining pieces.
“I know that! I mean how did you know you'd get a high enough number to do that? Your interceptor was all the way back here and it's your last red piece!!!”
I lean my head back and lean against the wall behind me. “I didn't, I just saw an opportunity and took it.”
He pointed a digit at me “ Mershit, that was some grandmaster trap!”
I give him the ear position of resignation with a mirthful little grin. “I promise you it was just luck.”
He waves his paw dismissively. “I don't believe you.”
“Well believe it, because I don't plan ahead like that. Want to play another game?”
He shakes his head. “Nah I think four games is enough for one night.” He begins moving the pieces into their containers and folds up the board and places it on top of them. Closing the box. He then stands up and offers me his paw, I use it to pull myself up off the floor.“Well Maarchal, I’ll see you tomorrow at the observatory. I’ll bring the set if you want to play it during lunch if you want.”
I froze, “what! What time is it? He turns over to look at the clock above his strove.
“Ahh about Fifteen minutes past 18.”
“Uh, that's not that late! We could play another game! C’mon let's have a tie breaker!”
He rubs his eyes, “I’m tired and we have work in the morning. Is there something you're avoiding?”
I rub my upper right arm and look off into the corner. “...”
He took on a worried look, “Why don't you want to go home Maarchal?”
I sighed and took a seat at his dining room table. “I… I don't like that house, I’ve lived there since I moved to LIghra six years ago but it's not a… home like here.”
I looked around at the messy abode. Dirty cloaks were strewn about on the back of chairs and the rubbish trough was just barely not overflowing. Paintings either from family or Ponthyts own paw were hanged up in the hallways, and the lightbulbs cast a warm orangish light. While the dishes from our dinner were placed in the sink, covered with animal gravy slathered all over them. It was tidy yet just barely so. A place filled with all the markers of being lived in.
“You've lived here less than a year but it feels like it's always had you in it. I feel … so comfortable here. My own home is so… cold and sterile. I Worked a lot the first few months I moved here. I just never got around to making it a home. It feels so bare, I started to work overtime just to avoid it. Which just made the problem worse.”
He sat down across from me, He put his head in his paws and looked at the scratched wood of his table. He held that position for a minute or two before breaking it and placing his paw on my own. “Maarchal, you are my best friend, I want you to feel comfortable. So if you want you can sleep on my coach, I can also help you make your home feel like one."
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I shake my head, “no no, I shouldnt of imposed on you. Making myself feel at home is a job I need to do and have been avoiding for far too long. It's just… it's just so much easier to avoid you know?” I grabbed his paw and squeezed it. “I’ll see you tomorrow.”
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I stand up and make my way to his front door before he speaks up.
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“Uh hey Maarchal?”
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I turn to address him “yeah?”
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He shifts in his seat and fidgets with his fingers. “I’m uh, going to Ootra lake next week. I was wondering If you'd like… to come with me? I promise if you don't have a tent I’ll bring you one. We could have a fire, roast some meat on it and share ghost stories and stargaze… if you want?”
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“ What about work?”
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He rocks in his chair. “We'd have to call in for a day or so.”
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I contemplated his words and mulled them over. It would be the first time I’ve ever willingly taken off a day, tarnishing my perfect attendance. But the prospect of spending more one on one time with Ponthyt was overwhelmingly tempting.
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“Sure, I’d love to go. But I haven't gone camping for years so you will need to bring me a tent.”
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He leapt from his chair, launching it backwards, before calming himself down. “I’ll take care of all the prep. You just have to come along. I promise it’ll be loads of fun!”
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I chuckled while I watched his clearly restrained display as I slowly closed the door.
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I could hear him howl with enjoyment as I turned into the driveway to get to my auto.
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“Huff, Huff, you doin alright there Ponthyt?” I turned back to see him walking behind me.
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“Yeah, oof I haven't walked this much in years!”
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I waited for him to catch up, we sat together when he did and we caught our breath before tuning to make our way back up the bluff. When we reached it there was a stone gazebo made of limestone. The angle of the sun let it shine into it. We walked into it and sat down on the stone benches. I looked around at the lake.
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It was surrounded by steep hills with many rock faces visible, the layered stone was clearly visible. The topography of the area around the bluffs was shaped like a bowl, with the sight of land of higher elevation faintly visible in the distance despite its gradual slope. Giving a scene of depth that was not as extreme then in more mountainous areas. This view was normally hidden by the trees below.
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“Well isn't this view alone worth the trip?” Ponthyt proclaimed.
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I looked around letting the mid morning sun warm my back, I stretched my arms and breathed deeply. Taking in all the wonderful scents of nature.
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“Yeah, it's beautiful.” I let myself relax, just letting the sounds and scents of nature calm me like I have never been since I was a pup on an archeological trip with mom and dad.
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“Hmm, I've missed this.”
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I don't know for how long I had been like this, but Ponthyt broke the silence “Ahhem, so, you've gone camping before?”
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I nodded, “yeah when I was a pup my parents would sometimes go off to a site for a couple of weeks and we would come with them. We would have to get homeschooled then. But we would always have to camp and I and my siblings would go off exploring while they worked during the day.”
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He smiled and his tail was wagging.” That sounds wonderful. I only got to camp for a couple days a year. It was always so hectic. Me and my siblings would just muck around the camp and eat, sometimes hiking around. Heh” Ponthyt looked towards the ground and held his paws together, rubbing his digits together.
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“What's wrong Ponthyt?”
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“Oh it's nothing it's-” I put my paw on his shoulder which drew his attention towards me.
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“I know that's not true, you can trust me. Just tell me what's wrong ok?”
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He gave a look of reluctance before caving to my request “… sigh… I grew up in a big family, and I love them all but… I was born at a strange time. I was second to last of my parents pups. Which meant they were busy with the older ones' events and taking care of the youngest. I kind of got mixed up and forgotten. My interests rarely lined up with the others and I often messed up tasks that my sibling would just fix or do for me. It got to the point that I… didn't really do anything. They will never say this but… I don't think my parents ever expected anything of me.”
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I rub his shoulder,” well… I know that you have amounted to something. I mean, you're an astronomer! You work to understand the nature of reality. You're also so… kind and patient. I tried to scare you off but you weren't deterred at my standoffish behavior.”
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He turned his head and gave me a shallow but joyous expression. “Heh well living in a house that's rarely quiet leaves you with a high tolerance for stubbornness. '' he wipes away a single tear “Sniff well… should we make our way back to camp? Or can I take out my stuff?”
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I shake my head. ”Nah, you can paint. I’ll just sit here and let this place wash over me.”
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He smiles and gets up and sets up his easel, taking out his supplies from his bag and gets to work painting the landscape ahead of him. He was slow and each brushstroke was as deliberate as he could manage. He… wasn't very good, only starting out when he moved here. But his drive to get better was admirable. Even in adulthood he tried to learn, to grow, to become more than he was yesterday.
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I kept staring at him. Feeling something warm in my gut, something an academic wasn't supposed to feel. Shame overwhelmed me and I quickly turned away. Cursing myself for having those accursed feelings.
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Ponthyt, returned from his cauto (Cargo auto -> pickup truck) with an armful of wood he brought with us. He set most of it aside and threw a piece onto the fire he had started, causing a cascade of embers to fly into the late evening air. The dull purple of the sky cast overhead between the canopy of the trees as the chill of the night began to come in. A pleasant coolness that most would take advantage of to seek the comfort of warming oneself close to a fire.
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Not me, I paced to a fro as Ponthyt set up our campsite. He had placed his painting for the day inside the cabin of his cautoa and was now seasoning some raw meat strips to cook on the open fire. Snacking on one or two as he did so. He hung them on the tripod to roast, the fat that dripped off them as they were cooking sizzled as they burned on the coals below.
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“I’ll have these done as soon as I can, please sit down Maarchal. Walking like that is only going to make the wait worse.” He says as he prods the suspended meat with a claw like utensil.
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“Hmm, ok I’ll just sit and wait. Waste my time. Make a waste of the whole evening!!!” I snapped back at him, throwing my paws into the air.
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Ponthyt recoils from my outburst with his ears pinned back. “ We’re camping, there is no way to waste it.”
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I turned to address him, “we shouldn't be here! This trip means nothing and we are just wasting our TIME!!!” I cross my arms and scratch at the biceps. Rufflying the fur and making a mess of myself.
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Ponthyt drops his utensil and walks over to me. “ We’re together and we spent the whole day just mucking about. How is this any more of a waste than that?” He says as he looks at me with eyes full of worry.
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“We’re scientists, academics!!! We don't waste time like the ignorant masses! We should spend our time wisely!!! Every action of connection is just another moment we waste that could be spent to advance our field.” I had tears forming in the corners of my eyes. Scratching at my fur until I felt a wetness on my arms and paws.
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“We’re supposed to sharpen our minds! No-not seek pointless relationships! ” I said as I bared my teeth and began growling at him.
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The look of betrayal and abject worry he had on his face was overwhelming. I didn't want to hurt him. What am I doing? He doesn't deserve my ire. My legs gave out and I cried into my hands.
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Ponthyt walked over to his cauto and brought out a cover. He wrapped it around me and rubbed my arms through it. He rested his head on top of mine while I sobbed. I couldn't take this anymore. Repressing and lashing out at any attempt to connect. Ponthyt hugged me and rocked back and forth. Humming and rubbing on the cover. He was warm and soft. I don't know how long we had been like this but by the time my sobs turned to a faint whine the meat over the fire was well done and the sky was pure black and the stars were out.
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“I-I think i’m good no-now.” I choked out. Ponthyt grabbed my hand and helped me stand up. We didn't say another word. He collects the meat and places it on two plates. I stare at my portion for some time, Ponthyt doesn't eat any of his either.
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“Sigh… I know you might not want to but… Could you tell me why you said those things earlier?” He says with trepidation clearly miring his words.
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“Yeah, it's just… When I entered college It was… not what I was expecting… I was sort of a hyper teen. Always going off about some book I read. Drawing pictures of stars, space stations or colonies we would make on inhospitable planets.”
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He sits up and places his plate by his side. “You draw? I’d love to see some of them.”
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“I used to. But I haven't since that first year of college.” I turned to stare at the dying inferno warming us. I pull the cover around me tighter.
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“When I was doodling before class one day the professor walked by me. He noticed what I was doing and grabbed my paper. I objected but he just stared at me. When he started to address the class he showed it off and mocked me for wasting my time.” Ponthyt turns his head to look at me.
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“That's a dick move, But at least he couldn't do the same when you did it in your free time right?” I turned to him with a somber expression. He seemed to understand the implications though he seemed to be confused as to how.
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“He couldn't have gotten into your room right? That'd be a huge breach of privacy!!!”
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I grabbed the poker and stirred the coals of the fire. “You're right, he couldn't. But he didn't need to, my roommate would take them with her to class and he’d pin them up on the board to mock. I called the staff but since she was my roommate she didn't break any privacy laws and since my art was only ever worth the paper it was on it wasn't even enough to get a misdemeanor theft charge. I tried to hide it but she would always find them. I tried to get another roommate but he stonewalled my attempts and I couldn't afford to rent a place in town. ”
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He took on a look of absolute despair. “... How… how could he be so aggressively intolerant of such an innocent hobby?”
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I chuckled “It wasn't just mine, a few others had made the mistake of having a roommate with the same professor. I remembered one who loved going out in the woods for hikes. When he found out about that he mocked him for “Pointless exercise and admiring a random assemble of dead and dying shit””. I waved my arms about to emphasize how he inflicted his words.
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Ponthyt stared at the ground between us with a look of utter confusion.” … He mocked someone for appreciating nature and being healthy?”
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I nodded, “if you were not engaging with study of his topic you were wasting his and everyone else's time.”
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Ponthyt looks at me with concern and shared pain. “Why, why didn't you go to a different school?”
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I stared at him in his eyes. A scene of shame overtook me. “It was the top class in the country. My family was so proud of me. I was so proud of myself, I didn't want to disappoint them and me. Looking back on it, I realize my own pride was something I rarely contended with until then. It didn't help when he found out who my family was.”
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Ponthyt recoiled and waved his arms in a “what” fashion. “Wait, what does your family have to do with this?”
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I poked at a log to knock off the charcoal to expose the untouched wood underneath. “They were happy. He spent a lot of time in academic circles so naturally he met people who knew my parents. And the way they described this happy family irritated him something fierce. He gave me such a hard time with it. Mocking me for being a lazy nepotism pick who didn't deserve her seat in his class. He mocked anyone for having any kind of non professional relationship, we never spoke to each other outside of class. We never left or met with friends or family. If we tried too he’d find out and call the one in question a “Lazy sentimental idiot.””
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I breathed in deeply, “... that hurt my pride so severely that I just stopped seeing them or any of my friends. I always said I was busy or had a field study, but I was just reading and rereading his lectures. I didn't even go home for the summer breaks, I just apprenticeshiped at his museum to study even more. At graduation he looked so… proud, I only realized he was proud of what he turned me into and not what I did a few weeks after I met you. How I let him turn me into an angry starile shell of a person.”
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Ponthyt turned his head towards the fire. His ears straight up and a soft growl in his throat. “... If I ever meet that piece of.. nuclear waste, I’ll kill him.”
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He turns to me and his features soften immediately. “Anyone capable of manipulating someone as passionate and creative as you... I can't even imagine the kind of living hell he made you seek…”
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I chucked and a slight wag entered my tail.” I’m responsible for my life. MY pride kept me there for him to mold. I hate him, but I hate myself for it too.”
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Ponthyt shoots up and screams at me “MERSHIT, Maarchal, you have nothing to be ashamed of. You had a right to expect your teachers to be respectable people. Not abusive and manipulative Sherkires (Ambush insect. Commonly seen as sneaky and unhonorable due to making pheromones and calls imitating other insects mating signals). He starts to speak softer as he turners to address me.
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“Even this version of you, so cut off of why you love space in the first place is just.. You are one of the most remarkable people I have ever met. So humble with addressing yourself. You inspire me to be a tenth of the person you are.” He kneels in front of me and grabs my paws in his own.
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“You are… you are so passionate, so creative. Even with being a self described shell. I can't even imagine how you will be when you open up again and explore your creativity in full and banish that monster's influence for good.”
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I turn and I can't help but smile at his words.”... I haven't been in practice in years. But … I’m willing to relearn it with you.” I stared deeply in his eyes and that feeling again bubbles within me. The feeling of never wanting to leave his side, the feeling as though I found a piece I had been missing. Before I knew it I bit on his snout, recoiling when I realized what I had done.
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‘I-I’m so sorry!!! You were just so close and and I felt something and before I knew it-” I was caught off guard when he bit my snout, holding my top jaw between his own set. I bit down on his lower jaw and we locked together. He tried to let go after a while. But I growled to let him know I wasn't ready yet and I used my leverage to lead him into my tent.
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I got up and exited my tent. I stood up and stretched and twisted my back around. Lifting my arms above my head and pulling them as far out as I could. I looked at the coals still burning in our firepit, I could only tell they were burning from the heat going off of them as the glow was hidden by the sun's light. Before noticing the meat Ponthyt prepared last night still on the plates on the log we sat on.
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“Pff, hey Ponthyt. Come out here!!!” I said behind me. He crawled out my tent with a head of messy fur.
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“Wut ?” He said with half closed eyes and a disposition of utter exhaustion . I pointed to the cold meat. He still had a look of drowsiness before he realized what the significance of the strange strips were.
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“Heh, I guess we won't need to make breakfast?” I chuckled as I sat down and hugged his head. I groomed his messy fur as I absorbed the morning sun. I don't know what the future of my career looked like anymore. But it was no longer the most important thing in my life. I loved space, I loved to learn. But In these years I had lost track of what was truly important. As I groomed him Ponthyt fell asleep with his head in my lap.
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As I felt the joy of reciprocal love again for the first time in years I leaned back and watched the sunrise, caressing my love's head and breathing in the fresh air.
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2024.05.15 04:59 tylero68 My First 3 Weeks as an F-150 Owner

Around 3 weeks ago, I bought a '21 XLT 2.7 4x4 Supercrew in Antimatter Blue with the 302a high package and ~25k miles on it. Overall, I loved my first 2 weeks with the truck. It felt good to drive, the interior was well thought out and felt quality, and the truck looked great with the color and the chrome appearance package. I was super excited to have a dependable, low mileage vehicle, with a warranty if necessary, that I didn't have to hesitate to take on longer road trips. My two vehicles before this were an 02 Tundra with 240k miles and an 09 Corolla with 200k miles, and the main reason I decided to replace them was while they were still Toyotas, they were starting to nickel and dime me on maintenance and I just didn't trust them on longer road trips.
Before deciding to go with the F-150, I test drove a Tacoma and a Ram.
-The Tacoma felt like, well, a Tacoma (I had a 99 for 9 years and beat it to death and it just kept ticking). It felt rock-solid and you could just tell it was gonna be a quality vehicle. However, even in the quad cab, the backseat was a joke. I wanted usable space for adults on longer trips so this was a no-go for me. Other things that kinda made me feel meh were gas mileage, and standard features. The rig I drove was a 2023 SR5.
-The Ram also felt like a great drive. The pairing of the hemi with that transmission is just smooth as butter. The steering felt nice and responsive, but not overly responsive, and the ride quality was great. They really do ride more like luxury vehicles than pickup trucks. The trim I drove was fully loaded. It was a BigHorn/Backcountry that seemingly had every option available. The things that made me shy away from the Ram was the gas mileage (in that truck it would have been even worse due to gearing), and there was just something about the "quality" feel of the truck that just didn't sit right with me.
This brought to the F-150 I purchased. To me, the 2.7 engine is a no-brainer if you don't plan on doing any heavy towing. The reliability of the engine seems pretty solid, and the gas mileage is a huge plus. I also would have never guessed how much fun that thing is to rip around. It is quick. The quality of the interior, to me, seems to be a notch better than that found in the Ram, though I think the Ram may utilize available space a bit better in some aspects. After a few drives around down was I getting ~19-20 mpg in town, and I did a few 4 hour trips into the mountains where I averaged 24-25 mpg. It was performing as I had hoped.
Now onto the dislikes:
-The shifts in the transmission, sometimes, are garbage. It's always into 3 and 4 that are most notable, Once you get 5+ you don't even notice you are changing gear.
-The vibration in the gas pedal is obnoxious. How could Ford call that operating as intended. That should be a recall. It's just flat out unacceptable.
-Rough idle. Its annoying, and is intermittent. I did an idle re-learn and I know it takes time, but it should be better.
Now to the reallll good stuff.
I was driving down the road normally with my buddy and his wife on Saturday morning headed to play some golf. To add an important detail, I am visiting them out of town, about 4 hours away from where I live. Everything seems as normal, going about 45 down the road, and then it was like my truck was in neutral. Engine running and revving fine, just not getting any power to the wheels. I coasted to the stop light where the service light came on and I got a "shift module fault" (I think that's the exact verbiage, cant remember). When I came to a complete stop the truck shifted itself back into Park. When I would try to put it back into gear. Same thing. Turning off and on did nothing. I was stuffed. Had to get it towed. The really awesome part, being a Saturday, is the the only services at the Ford dealers were what lube techs could perform. So I opt to get it towed to a smaller garage to get them to scan it see if its something simple they can either diagnose or fix. Unfortunately it was not. Luckily they were awesome and hooked me up on the troubleshooting cost and let me keep the truck there until I figured out what to do with it Monday.
So now I am stuck, squatting at my buddies place until I can figure out what is going on with the truck. First thing Monday morning I get on the phone and start calling every Ford dealership within 20 miles, and let me tell you I was not impressed at all. Left message with one service advisor and never received a call-back. One dealer had a 2 week lead on transmission work, Another one just said they were backed up. Another one said first they could see me was Wednesday. Another dealer said they couldn't even work transmission problems because their transmissions guys quit a couple of weeks ago. WT actual F, Ford.
I called the Ford customer service line, trying to see how far they will tow and what my temporary vehicle options are. They say I can get towed out to 50 miles for free. So I call a dealer 40 miles away and they can see it and start working on it that day. Good on them, that service advisor was the first guy I spoke with all day that was willing and able to solve a problem and help me out.
Got the update today, they found metal shavings in the fluid, and they were continuing to troubleshoot and I think were in the process of reaching back to Ford to see what they were going to do (under warranty). I will call back tomorrow for another update.
Fortunately, I took my work stuff up with me, so I only missed 2 half days of work. And as irony would have it, I made it back home using a borrowed Ram 1500. That may have been the sign I made the wrong choice.
TL; DR; Have owned truck for less than 3 weeks. Driven 1200 miles. Transmission seemingly took a dump. Truck left me stranded 4 hours away from my house, causing me to miss time at work. Service is not readily available, even with multiple Ford dealers around. ETA on repair of truck: unknown. Will keep updated.
Edit 1: dealership called today and said the transmission is done. Said there was significant presence of glitter and larger metal chunks found throughout. Placed the order for a new one already and it should be here in 3-4 days and they hope to have it buttoned up by next Friday.
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