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Hotline Miami: Gratuitous Violence
2012.10.23 01:58 Hotline Miami: Gratuitous Violence
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2024.05.21 23:04 AC_the_Panther_007 Game Boy (Original): On the list, which Original Game Boy games in North America are your favorites in each year?
1989-1990 (Jul. 31, 1991-Dec. 31, 1990):
- Alleyway (Launch Title)
- Baseball (Launch Title)
- Super Mario Land (Launch Title)
- Tennis (Launch Title)
- Tetris (Launch Title)
- Castlevania: The Adventure
- Motocross Maniacs
- Wizards & Warriors X: The Fortress of Fear
- Boxxle
- Golf
- Hyper Lode Runner
- Solar Striker
- Kwirk
- Malibu Beach Volleyball
- Revenge of the 'Gator
- The Bugs Bunny Crazy Castle
- Boomer's Adventure in ASMIK World
- Fist of the North Star: 10 Big Brawls for the King of the Universe
- Flipull
- Heiankyo Alien
- Nemesis
- NFL Football
- QBillion
- World Bowling
- Qix
- Batman
- Shanghai
- Bases Loaded
- Daedalian Opus
- Dexterity
- Gargoyle's Quest
- Lock 'n' Chase
- Paperboy
- Penguin Wars
- The Amazing Spider-Man
- Double Dragon
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of the Foot Clan
- Catrap
- Cosmo Tank
- Heavyweight Championship Boxing
- Pipe Dream
- Skate or Die: Bad 'N Rad
- The Final Fantasy Legend
- Wheel of Fortune
- Balloon Kid
- Godzilla
- Mercenary Force
- Mr. Chin's Gourmet Paradise
- Snoopy's Magic Show
- Bubble Ghost
- Disney's DuckTales
- Ishido: The Way of Stones
- Ninja Boy
- Serpent
- Side Pocket
- Amazing Penguin
- Chase H.Q.
- Dead Heat Scramble
- Dr. Mario
- Ghostbusters II
- Hal Wrestling
- In Your Face
- Play Action Football
- Power Racer
- Quarth
- RoboCop
- Torpedo Range
- Battle Bull
- Burai Fighter Deluxe
- Dragon's Lair: The Legend
- Gremlins 2: The New Batch
- Power Mission
- Rolan's Curse
- The Chessmaster (GB Version)
- F-1 Race
- Kung Fu Master
- NBA All-Star Challenge
- Operation C
- Radar Mission
- The Game of Harmony
- Bubble Bobble
- BurgerTime Deluxe
- Cyraid
- Jeopardy!
- Loopz
- Maru's Mission
- Nobunaga's Ambition
- Super Scrabble
- Extra Bases
- Fish Dude
- Pac-Man
- Solomon's Club
- Tasmania Story
- WWF Superstars
- Castelian
- Go! Go! Tank
- Hatris
- Marble Madness
- Mickey's Dangerous Chase
- R-Type
- The Hunt for Red October
- The Rescue of Princess Blobette
- Bo Jackson: Two Games in One
- Caesars Palace
- Nintendo World Cup
- Skate or Die: Tour de Thrash
- Sneaky Snakes
- Spud's Adventure
- Tail 'Gator
- The Sword of Hope
- Battle Unit Zeoth
- Klax
- Mysterium
- The Punisher: The Ultimate Payback!
- Castlevania II: Belmont's Revenge
- Bill & Ted's Excellent Game Boy Adventure: A Bogus Journey!
- Blades of Steel
- Aerostar
- Altered Space: A 3-D Alien Adventure
- Choplifter II
- Crystal Quest
- Fortified Zone
- Gauntlet II
- InfoGenius Productivity Pak: Berlitz French Translator
- InfoGenius Productivity Pak: Berlitz Spanish Translator
- InfoGenius Productivity Pak: Frommer's Travel Guide
- InfoGenius Productivity Pak: Personal Organizer and Phone Book
- InfoGenius Productivity Pak: Spell Checker and Calculator
- Navy SEALs
- Spot: The Video Game
- Tecmo Bowl
- The Bugs Bunny Crazy Castle 2
- Trax
- Atomic Punk
- Super R.C. Pro-Am
- Bart Simpson's Escape from Camp Deadly
- Battletoads
- Brain Bender
- Final Fantasy Adventure
- Final Fantasy Legend II
- Home Alone
- Kid Icarus: Of Myths and Monsters
- Metroid II: Return of Samus
- RoboCop 2
- Turrican
- Who Framed Roger Rabbit
- Bill Elliott's NASCAR Fast Tracks
- Dick Tracy
- Double Dragon II
- Double Dribble: 5 on 5
- Elevator Action
- Faceball 2000
- Hudson Hawk
- Mega Man: Dr. Wily's Revenge
- Monopoly
- Ninja Gaiden Shadow
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: Back from the Sewers
- Super Kick Off
- Track Meet
- Aerostar
- Attack of the Killer Tomatoes
- Beetlejuice
- Gradius: The Interstellar Assault
- Prince of Persia
- Snow Brothers Jr.
- Terminator 2: Judgment Day
- The Addams Family
- Adventure Island
- Amazing Tater
- Asteroids
- Blaster Master Boy
- Boggle Plus
- Days of Thunder
- Fastest Lap
- Jordan vs. Bird: One on One
- Mega Man II
- Q*bert
- Star Trek: 25th Anniversary
- Tiny Toon Adventures: Babs' Big Break
- Missile Command
- Soccer Mania
- The Adventures of Star Saver
- The Flash
- Ultra Golf
- World Circuit Series
- Fighting Simulator: 2-in-1 Flying Warriors
- Hook
- Nail 'n Scale
- Paperboy 2
- Square Deal: The Game of Two Dimensional Poker
- Super Hunchback
- Batman: Return of the Joker
- Jack Nicklaus Golf
- NBA All-Star Challenge 2
- Turn and Burn: The F-14 Dogfight Simulator
- Boxxle II
- High Stakes Gambling
- Pit-Fighter
- The Blues Brothers
- Jeep Jamboree: Off Road Adventure
- Knight Quest
- Prophecy: The Viking Child
- Spanky's QuestNatsume
- Ultima: Runes of Virtue
- Wave Race
- Yoshi
- Double Dragon 3: The Arcade Game
- Kirby's Dream Land
- The Amazing Spider-Man 2
- WWF Superstars 2
- 4-in-1 Funpak
- Dig Dug
- Ferrari Grand Prix Challenge
- George Foreman's KO Boxing
- Ninja Taro
- Roger Clemens' MVP Baseball
- Spy vs. Spy
- The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Juggernauts
- Toxic Crusaders
- Track & Field
- WordZap
- Barbie: Game Girl
- Bionic Commando
- Hit the Ice
- Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
- Lazlos' Leap
- Looney Tunes (GB Version)
- Miner 2049er
- Mouse Trap Hotel
- Out of Gas
- Rolan's Curse 2
- Speedball 2
- Swamp Thing
- The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends
- The Jetsons: Robot Panic
- Tom and Jerry
- Xenon 2
- Bionic Battler
- Kingdom Crusade
- Mr. Do!
- Star Wars
- Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins
- Super Off Road
- Terminator 2: The Arcade Game
- The Incredible Crash Dummies
- The Ren & Stimpy Show: Space Cadet Adventures
- Wordtris
- Avenging Spirit
- Battleship
- Best of the Best: Championship Karate
- Bonk's Adventure
- Centipede
- Darkman
- Dr. Franken
- Mega Man III
- Megalit
- Disney's TaleSpin
- The Humans
- Universal Soldier
- Exodus: Journey to the Promised Land
- Joshua & the Battle of Jericho
- Spiritual Warfare
- Alien³
- Krusty's Fun House
- Race Drivin'
- Spot: The Cool Adventure
- Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
- Top Gun: Guts and Glory
- Adventure Island II: Aliens in Paradise
- Disney's Darkwing Duck
- The Flintstones: King Rock Treasure Island
- Disney's The Little Mermaid
- Kid Dracula
- Milon's Secret Castle
- Sumo Fighter
- Tumblepop
- Great Greed
- Lethal Weapon
- Ninja Boy 2
- Pyramids of RaMatchbox
- The New Chessmaster
- Top Rank Tennis
- Battletoads in Ragnarok's World
- Cool World
- F-15 Strike Eagle
- Joe & Mac
- Raging Fighter
- Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
- Star Trek: The Next Generation
- Titus the Fox
- Bubble Bobble Part 2
- Felix the Cat
- Muhammad Ali: Heavyweight Boxing
- Speedy Gonzales
- Spider-Man 3: Invasion of the Spider-Slayers
- The Addams Family: Pugsley's Scavenger Hunt
- Goal!
- Jurassic Park
- Nigel Mansell's World Championship Racing
- Pinball Dreams
- Tesserae
- The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
- Mortal Kombat
- Final Fantasy Legend III
- Bram Stoker's Dracula
- WWF King of the Ring
- Buster Bros.
- Gear Works
- Last Action Hero
- Ms. Pac-Man
- Popeye 2
- Sports Illustrated: Championship Football & Baseball
- The Real Ghostbusters
- The Ren & Stimpy Show: Veediots!
- Tom and Jerry: Frantic Antics!
- We're Back!
- Alien vs. Predator: The Last of His Clan
- Batman: The Animated Series
- Championship Pool
- Disney's DuckTales 2
- Kirby's Pinball Land
- NFL Quarterback Club
- Panel Action Bingo
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III: Radical Rescue
- Tiny Toon Adventures 2: Montana's Movie Madness
- Wayne's World
- Battletoads & Double Dragon: The Ultimate Team
- Chuck Rock
- Cliffhanger
- F1 Pole Position
- Mega Man IV
- Metal Masters
- Spider-Man and the X-Men in Arcade's Revenge
- Tetris 2
- Rampart
- Yoshi's Cookie
- Zen: Intergalactic Ninja
- Zool: Ninja of the Nth Dimension
- Black Bass: Lure Fishing
- Riddick Bowe Boxing
- Super Chase H.Q.
- Winter Olympic Games: Lillehammer '94
- Alfred Chicken
- Captain America and the Avengers
- Dennis the Menace
- The Simpsons: Bart & the Beanstalk
- Total Carnage
- WCW World Championship Wrestling: The Main Event
- Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3
- Ultima: Runes of Virtue II
- Sports Illustrated for Kids: The Ultimate Triple Dare
- Super Battletank
- Jeopardy! Sports Edition
- Lamborghini American Challenge
- Mickey's Ultimate Challenge
- Donkey Kong
- Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
- Stop That Roach!
- Cool Ball
- Elite Soccer
- Disney's The Jungle Book
- Lemmings
- Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
- RoboCop Versus The Terminator
- Mega Man V
- Mortal Kombat II
- Taz-Mania
- WildSnake
- Contra: The Alien Wars
- Cool Spot
- Space Invaders
- Sports Illustrated: Golf Classic
- Tarzan: Lord of the Jungle
- Yogi Bear's Gold Rush
- Bonk's Revenge
- Madden '95
- Monster Truck Wars
- NBA Jam
- Race Days
- Samurai Shodown
- seaQuest DSV
- Solitaire FunPak
- Star Trek Generations: Beyond the Nexus
- The Pagemaster
- The Simpsons: Itchy & Scratchy in Miniature Golf Madness
- Wario Blast: Featuring Bomberman!
- The Blues Brothers: Jukebox Adventure
- Jurassic Park Part 2: The Chaos Continues
- Pac-Attack
- Stargate
- The Flintstones: The Movie
- Tiny Toon Adventures: Wacky Sports
- WWF Raw
- King James Bible
- The Smurfs (GB Version)
- BreakThru!
- Casino FunPak
- Daffy Duck
- Micro Machines
- Desert Strike
- FIFA International Soccer
- Pac-In-Time
- Pinball Fantasies
- True Lies
- Mario's Picross
- NFL Quarterback Club II
- PGA European Tour
- Disney's The Lion King
- Kirby's Dream Land 2
- Donkey Kong Land
- Judge Dredd
- Jungle Strike
- NBA Jam: Tournament Edition
- NHL Hockey '95
- Animaniacs
- Arcade Classic: Asteroids / Missile Command
- Primal Rage
- Arcade Classic 2: Centipede / Milipede
- Batman Forever
- Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie
- World Heroes 2 Jet
- Arcade Classic 3: Galaga / Galaxian
- Earthworm Jim
- Foreman For Real
- Street Fighter II
- Disney's Aladdin
- Arcade Classic 4: Defender / Joust
- Madden '96
- NFL Quarterback Club 96
- Shaq-Fu
- Zoop
- Killer Instinct
- Mortal Kombat 3
- PGA Tour '96
- Super Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
- FIFA Soccer '96
- Frank Thomas Big Hurt Baseball
- The Getaway: High Speed II
- Vegas Stakes
- Cutthroat Island
- Prehistorik Man
- Tetris Blast
- College Slam
- NBA Live 96
- Disney's Pocahontas
- DragonHeart
- Kirby's Block Ball
- Disney's Toy Story
- Olympic Summer Games: Atlanta 1996
- NHL '96
- Iron Man and X-O Manowar in Heavy Metal
- Tetris Attack
- Donkey Kong Land 2
- Sword of Hope II
- Arcade Classics: Super Breakout / Battlezone
- Disney's Pinocchio
- Road Rash
- Battle Arena Toshinden
- Casper
- FIFA Soccer '97
- Madden '97
- Urban Strike
- Jeopardy! Platinum Edition
- Jeopardy! Teen Tournament
- Street Racer
- NIV Bible & the 20 Lost Levels of Joshua
- Taz-Mania 2
- Mole Mania
- The King of Fighters '95
- Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame
- Kirby's Star Stacker
- Game & Watch Gallery
- Disney's Hercules
- Tetris Plus
- Donkey Kong Land III
- Dr. Franken II
- Ken Griffey Jr. Presents Major League Baseball
- Tamagotchi
- The Fidgetts
- Turok: Battle of the Bionosaurs
- FIFA: Road to World Cup '98
- Superman: The Animated Seris
- The Lost World: Jurassic Park
- .James Bond 007
- Bust-A-Move 2: Arcade Edition
- Wario Land II
- Castlevania Legends
- Brain Drain
- Bomberman GB
- Mystical Ninja Starring Goemon
- Ring Rage
- All-Star Baseball 99
- Jimmy Connors Tennis
- Mickey Mouse: Magic Wands!
- Game Boy Camera (If counts)
- World Cup 98
- WWF War Zone
- Bubsy II
- Frogger
- Harvest Moon GB
- Legend of the River King
- Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow
- Pokémon Blue Version
- Pokémon Red Version
- International Superstar Soccer
- Disney's Mulan
- Small Soldiers
- Super Black Bass
- Oddworld Adventures
- The Rugrats Movie (GB Version)
- Beavis and Butt-Head
- Pokémon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition
2024.05.21 22:56 GustoB Noob, need help with multiplatform purchase
I'm new to Minecraft and need some help with buying/playing this on different platforms.
I just bought the Deluxe PC version (bedrock + java). I want to get a license for Nintendo Switch too to sometimes play multiplayer across the two platforms, and sometimes just to be able to play singleplayer on the go. Is there any point to buying the Deluxe version on Switch too or just the Standard?
I guess what I'm unsure about is if the bonuses like the minecoins and skins etc from the Switch version will get lumped in on the same Minecraft/Microsoft account (where I already bought Deluxe), or can I re-register the Switch version to another MS account later and carry those with me?
I think my main use case will be to play solo across platforms using my main Minecraft/MS account, but occasionally will look to play with a buddy too with the two licenses. I understand only one Minecraft/MS account can be logged in at a time, but am unsure if I sign in on the Switch as a different Minecraft account, if the Deluxe edition bonuses would somehow transfer there, or will they be a waste?
(I'm sorry if this sounds like a rambly confusing mess, but I'm pretty confused rn! I've searched here and Google but couldn't really find a good answer.)
Edit: In the end, I guess I'm wondering if I'm way off base here, and/or if it's worth the $5 to buy the Deluxe edition on Switch instead of Standard.
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I just bought the Deluxe PC version (bedrock + java). I want to get a license for Nintendo Switch too to sometimes play multiplayer across the two platforms, and sometimes just to be able to play singleplayer on the go. Is there any point to buying the Deluxe version on Switch too or just the Standard?
I guess what I'm unsure about is if the bonuses like the minecoins and skins etc from the Switch version will get lumped in on the same Minecraft/Microsoft account (where I already bought Deluxe), or can I re-register the Switch version to another MS account later and carry those with me?
I think my main use case will be to play solo across platforms using my main Minecraft/MS account, but occasionally will look to play with a buddy too with the two licenses. I understand only one Minecraft/MS account can be logged in at a time, but am unsure if I sign in on the Switch as a different Minecraft account, if the Deluxe edition bonuses would somehow transfer there, or will they be a waste?
(I'm sorry if this sounds like a rambly confusing mess, but I'm pretty confused rn! I've searched here and Google but couldn't really find a good answer.)
Edit: In the end, I guess I'm wondering if I'm way off base here, and/or if it's worth the $5 to buy the Deluxe edition on Switch instead of Standard.
2024.05.21 22:52 germanideology Enticement at the Encampment: An Erotic Short Story
Tom took another look at the dwindling encampment as his dismay began to fade away. "Whoever's left to hang out with are the most committed to the cause" he thought to himself. "If anything, I'll have more fun than I did before." And after all, they had a good lineup of activists scheduled to visit in the next few days, and an anarchist band had even agreed to play this afternoon. He had definitely noticed a rapid drop in the number of campers since the end of the semester, and had even begun to doubt that they would be able to get any sort of concessions out of the university. But his thinking had changed after hearing the speeches that morning.
First to speak was Tom's friend and comrade, Eric. His impassioned indictment of the Israeli government reminded Tom of the importance of their activism. Then came the married grad students, the Trotskyist Abdou and the pan-Arabist Farida. They were international students studying English and anthropology, respectively. Or was it anthropology and sociology? Abdou lectured on the university's connection to the military-industrial complex. His speech was filled with threats to the administration that Tom was sure the limp-dicked Trot had no means of fulfilling. Even so, he had to admit that despite all his other inadequacies, Abdou was a powerful speaker. Finally came Farida. Tom had always considered her the best speaker of them all, but frankly he had a hard time taking his eyes off her whether she was speaking or not. He had tried flirting with her before, and he got the feeling that Abdou was even more into it than she was. Thinking about it now, he couldn't quite remember what her speech had been about, but it had certainly improved his spirits.
As the "Bacon Brigade" began setting up their instruments, Tom decided to make a point of dancing with Farida that afternoon. As the average tent now held two campers rather than five, he even thought he might get a chance to enjoy some of the newfound privacy.
...
When there was a break in the music, Tom sauntered over to the table where Abdou was sitting. As an ML, Tom could hardly stand Trotskyists, but he put on a smile for the sake of "left unity."
"She's a good dancer isn't she?" said Abdou.
"Oh yes, the best," agreed Tom. He was trying to think of a way of progressing his slow seduction of this Muslim woman and decided to be bold. "Look Abdou, the band will be winding down soon, why don't you both come back to my tent and I'll show you some comradely hospitality. I also have some suggestions that I know you'll love."
Abdou's mind was racing with the possibilities of the situation. Would this be the chance to see his wife seduced and taken by this big stud? Supposing Farida won't agree? Before he could engage his brain Abdou found himself agreeing to Tom's offer. "Wonderful, wonderful," beamed Tom and he could feel his big cock twitch at the thought of bedding Abdou's beautiful wife.
Just then Farida reappeared. "What are you two talking about?" she said.
Before Abdou could say a word, Tom said "Well my dear, your husband has kindly accepted my invitation of hospitality at my tent."
Farida didn't know what to say. She had thought Abdou would whisk her off back to the hotel and give her the fucking she desperately needed. Rubbing up against Tom's manhood had taken its toll. "Well I suppose we could come and see where you camp," she said, "but we mustn't stay too late must we Abdou?"
"What? I err no, I suppose not," stammered Abdou as Tom rose and offered Farida his arm.
And the three of them found themselves heading off to tent where the lives of Abdou and Farida would be changed forever. As they walked along Abdou held one of Farida's arms and Tom the other. However, after a while Abdou consciously let go of his wife's arm and stepped behind Tom.
This was not lost on the big white and he put his big protective arm around Abdou's wife as if to say to everyone "she's mine." If Farida hadn't been so dazed by the afternoon's events, she might have noticed various other white students smiling at Tom with knowing grins. They had recognized the situation immediately; a Muslim couple with cuckold husband following on as a big powerful white man led the wife to his cot.
Soon they reached Tom's tent and both Abdou and Farida were pleasantly surprised at how spacious it was. "Let me get you some coffee," said Tom as both Abdou and Farida collapsed onto a big sleeping bag.
Having sorted the drinks, Tom put some music on, and crawling over to Farida he said, "Can we have another dance Farida, you're such a good dancer?"
Before Farida could answer she felt her husband pushing her up. "Go on Farida, you know how much you enjoy it."
Abdou secretly wanted to see his wife in the arms of this Adonis again and who knows maybe more. Having no real reason to object, Farida agreed and as she accepted Toms hand she couldn't help but feel a shiver at the thought of being reacquainted with his penis, albeit covered by his trousers. However, as they left the tent she had a suspicion that he wasn't wearing any under garments since his penis had seemed so clearly outlined earlier.
As he clasped her to himself Tom could feel his big cock twitch once again. He moved one hand down to the small of her back, just to test the waters and meeting no resistance after another minute or so he moved his hand onto her sexy bottom. He could feel through the thin dress that Farida wasn't wearing thick pants, or perhaps only very skimpy ones and he couldn't wait to see her naked.
Farida felt lost in a different world as she circled round with this big man. Not only could she feel his penis growing hard against her once more, but she felt his big hand on her bottom pulling her onto his hardness. When she looked at her husband (still sitting in the tent), she noticed that he was just rubbing his own penis through his trousers. "My goodness," she thought, "he's getting turned on watching us. Supposing I flirt a bit more and show him what he's missing?"
With that Farida deliberately started to open her legs and let Tom's muscular leg rub against her inflamed sex.
This change in Farida's demeanor was not lost on Tom. As he led her back to the tent, he let his hands roam all over the back of this sexy hijabi Muslim wife and he leaned down to kiss and nibble her neck and ears. He heard Farida sigh and knew that he was close to capturing this sexy wife. "Fatima, let's give Abdou a show to remember shall we?"
Farida was brought back from her dreamlike state by Tom's question. "What do you mean?" she asked.
Almost in a whisper Tom said, "You know, a bit of thesis-antithesis-synthesis."
He had already found the zipper that ran down the back of Farida's dress and he had it in his hands as he spoke to her. He slowly started to pull the zipper down and it was half way down her back before Farida realised what was happening. "Wait Tom, we can't do this, I'm married."
"So what of it, Abdou wants me to undress you, don't you Abdou?"
Abdou had no hesitation in replying in the affirmative. This is what he had wanted for so long.
Caught in the confusion and surprise of hearing her husband say that he wanted to see another man, undress her, Farida just lay there while Tom pulled the zipper right down and then eased the dress off her shoulders. Suddenly she realised that she was lying in only her stockings, garter belt, and thong panties.
As she looked up at Tom she saw something that she hadn't seen in a man for years and that was undisguised lust. This man was lusting after her, this married women! She should have felt ashamed at her feelings but she didn't. Having got half-naked, she realised that she was enjoying the attention of this muscular white man. In fact she decided to crawl around in front of him as if to say 'look at what my husband has and you haven't'.
This might have been a foolish act, but it merely served to confirm what both men knew. For Tom it confirmed that Farida was absolutely gorgeous, the sexiest Muslim woman he had ever seen and that she needed to be loved sexually. For Abdou as he fingered his painfully erect cock, he knew that he was just a few steps away from pushing his wife into a sleeping bag with another man. He was close to realizing his fantasy.
Tom pulled Farida to him, lifted her face to his and he kissed her. Farida would always remember that first kiss since it was both passionate but more significantly the precursor to her crossing a line that could not be re- crossed, and to setting in motion events that would last her and her husband a lifetime. She accepted his big tongue into her mouth and her tongue fenced with his. She could feel his big hands roaming all over body now.
In her trance-like state it seemed quite natural that Tom should start to remove his clothing. Both Farida and Abdou watched as the big man removed his shirt to reveal a hugely-muscled chest and then he dropped his trousers and just as Farida had suspected he wore no underwear. His big cock reared up in all is magnificence and Tom was gratified to hear both husband and wife express surprise at his size.
Tom crawled over to the sleeping bag where Farida was sitting and crouched in front of her, his big cock semi erect. He remembered that Eric had told him that the cops were closing in, and he knew he would have to move quickly if he wanted to finish before they cleared the encampment. Farida's head was at the same level as the big man's groin and she was amazed at the whole size and muscularity of this man. Her trance-like state was broken by Tom who said softly "Take my cock into your mouth."
Farida was aghast, "I can't! It's dirty and I've never done that before."
Tom laughed to himself. This wife was indeed naive and yet he was gratified that he would be the first man to have his cock sucked by her. Lifting her face so that she could look into his eyes, Tom said, "As we hear from German ideologists, Germany has in the last few years gone through an unparalleled revolution. The decomposition of the Hegelian philosophy, which began with Strauss, has developed into a universal ferment into which all the “powers of the past” are swept. In the general chaos mighty empires have arisen only to meet with immediate doom, heroes have emerged momentarily only to be hurled back into obscurity by bolder and stronger rivals. It was a revolution beside which the French Revolution was child’s play, a world struggle beside which the struggles of the Diadochi [successors of Alexander the Great] appear insignificant. Principles ousted one another, heroes of the mind overthrew each other with unheard-of rapidity, and in the three years 1842-45 more of the past was swept away in Germany than at other times in three centuries.
"All this is supposed to have taken place in the realm of pure thought.
"Certainly it is an interesting event we are dealing with: the putrescence of the absolute spirit. When the last spark of its life had failed, the various components of this caput mortuum began to decompose, entered into new combinations and formed new substances. The industrialists of philosophy, who till then had lived on the exploitation of the absolute spirit, now seized upon the new combinations. Each with all possible zeal set about retailing his apportioned share. This naturally gave rise to competition, which, to start with, was carried on in moderately staid bourgeois fashion. Later when the German market was glutted, and the commodity in spite of all efforts found no response in the world market, the business was spoiled in the usual German manner by fabricated and fictitious production, deterioration in quality, adulteration of the raw materials, falsification of labels, fictitious purchases, bill-jobbing and a credit system devoid of any real basis. The competition turned into a bitter struggle, which is now being extolled and interpreted to us as a revolution of world significance, the begetter of the most prodigious results and achievements.
"If we wish to rate at its true value this philosophic charlatanry, which awakens even in the breast of the honest German citizen a glow of national pride, if we wish to bring out clearly the pettiness, the parochial narrowness of this whole Young-Hegelian movement and in particular the tragicomic contrast between the illusions of these heroes about their achievements and the actual achievements themselves, we must look at the whole spectacle from a standpoint beyond the frontiers of Germany.
"Ideology in General, German Ideology in Particular: German criticism has, right up to its latest efforts, never quitted the realm of philosophy. Far from examining its general philosophic premises, the whole body of its inquiries has actually sprung from the soil of a definite philosophical system, that of Hegel. Not only in their answers but in their very questions there was a mystification. This dependence on Hegel is the reason why not one of these modern critics has even attempted a comprehensive criticism of the Hegelian system, however much each professes to have advanced beyond Hegel. Their polemics against Hegel and against one another are confined to this – each extracts one side of the Hegelian system and turns this against the whole system as well as against the sides extracted by the others. To begin with they extracted pure unfalsified Hegelian categories such as “substance” and “self-consciousness,” later they desecrated these categories with more secular names such as species “the Unique,” “Man,” etc.
"The entire body of German philosophical criticism from Strauss to Stirner is confined to criticism of religious conceptions. [The following passage is crossed out in the manuscript:] claiming to be the absolute redeemer of the world from all evil. Religion was continually regarded and treated as the arch-enemy, as the ultimate cause of all relations repugnant to these philosophers. The critics started from real religion and actual theology. What religious consciousness and a religious conception really meant was determined variously as they went along. Their advance consisted in subsuming the allegedly dominant metaphysical, political, juridical, moral and other conceptions under the class of religious or theological conceptions; and similarly in pronouncing political, juridical, moral consciousness as religious or theological, and the political, juridical, moral man – “man” in the last resort – as religious. The dominance of religion was taken for granted. Gradually every dominant relationship was pronounced a religious relationship and transformed into a cult, a cult of law, a cult of the State, etc. On all sides it was only a question of dogmas and belief in dogmas. The world was sanctified to an ever-increasing extent till at last our venerable Saint Max was able to canonise it en bloc and thus dispose of it once for all.
"The Old Hegelians had comprehended everything as soon as it was reduced to an Hegelian logical category. The Young Hegelians criticised everything by attributing to it religious conceptions or by pronouncing it a theological matter. The Young Hegelians are in agreement with the Old Hegelians in their belief in the rule of religion, of concepts, of a universal principle in the existing world. Only, the one party attacks this dominion as usurpation, while the other extols it as legitimate.
"Since the Young Hegelians consider conceptions, thoughts, ideas, in fact all the products of consciousness, to which they attribute an independent existence, as the real chains of men (just as the Old Hegelians declared them the true bonds of human society) it is evident that the Young Hegelians have to fight only against these illusions of consciousness. Since, according to their fantasy, the relationships of men, all their doings, their chains and their limitations are products of their consciousness, the Young Hegelians logically put to men the moral postulate of exchanging their present consciousness for human, critical or egoistic consciousness, and thus of removing their limitations. This demand to change consciousness amounts to a demand to interpret reality in another way, i.e. to recognise it by means of another interpretation. The Young-Hegelian ideologists, in spite of their allegedly “world-shattering" statements, are the staunchest conservatives. The most recent of them have found the correct expression for their activity when they declare they are only fighting against “phrases.” They forget, however, that to these phrases they themselves are only opposing other phrases, and that they are in no way combating the real existing world when they are merely combating the phrases of this world. The only results which this philosophic criticism could achieve were a few (and at that thoroughly one-sided) elucidations of Christianity from the point of view of religious history; all the rest of their assertions are only further embellishments of their claim to have furnished, in these unimportant elucidations, discoveries of universal importance.
"It has not occurred to any one of these philosophers to inquire into the connection of German philosophy with German reality, the relation of their criticism to their own material surroundings.
"First Premises of Materialist Method: The premises from which we begin are not arbitrary ones, not dogmas, but real premises from which abstraction can only be made in the imagination. They are the real individuals, their activity and the material conditions under which they live, both those which they find already existing and those produced by their activity. These premises can thus be verified in a purely empirical way.
"The first premise of all human history is, of course, the existence of living human individuals. Thus the first fact to be established is the physical organisation of these individuals and their consequent relation to the rest of nature. Of course, we cannot here go either into the actual physical nature of man, or into the natural conditions in which man finds himself – geological, hydrographical, climatic and so on. The writing of history must always set out from these natural bases and their modification in the course of history through the action of men.
"Men can be distinguished from animals by consciousness, by religion or anything else you like. They themselves begin to distinguish themselves from animals as soon as they begin to produce their means of subsistence, a step which is conditioned by their physical organisation. By producing their means of subsistence men are indirectly producing their actual material life.
"The way in which men produce their means of subsistence depends first of all on the nature of the actual means of subsistence they find in existence and have to reproduce. This mode of production must not be considered simply as being the production of the physical existence of the individuals. Rather it is a definite form of activity of these individuals, a definite form of expressing their life, a definite mode of life on their part. As individuals express their life, so they are. What they are, therefore, coincides with their production, both with what they produce and with how they produce. The nature of individuals thus depends on the material conditions determining their production.
"This production only makes its appearance with the increase of population. In its turn this presupposes the intercourse [Verkehr] of individuals with one another. The form of this intercourse is again determined by production.
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First to speak was Tom's friend and comrade, Eric. His impassioned indictment of the Israeli government reminded Tom of the importance of their activism. Then came the married grad students, the Trotskyist Abdou and the pan-Arabist Farida. They were international students studying English and anthropology, respectively. Or was it anthropology and sociology? Abdou lectured on the university's connection to the military-industrial complex. His speech was filled with threats to the administration that Tom was sure the limp-dicked Trot had no means of fulfilling. Even so, he had to admit that despite all his other inadequacies, Abdou was a powerful speaker. Finally came Farida. Tom had always considered her the best speaker of them all, but frankly he had a hard time taking his eyes off her whether she was speaking or not. He had tried flirting with her before, and he got the feeling that Abdou was even more into it than she was. Thinking about it now, he couldn't quite remember what her speech had been about, but it had certainly improved his spirits.
As the "Bacon Brigade" began setting up their instruments, Tom decided to make a point of dancing with Farida that afternoon. As the average tent now held two campers rather than five, he even thought he might get a chance to enjoy some of the newfound privacy.
...
When there was a break in the music, Tom sauntered over to the table where Abdou was sitting. As an ML, Tom could hardly stand Trotskyists, but he put on a smile for the sake of "left unity."
"She's a good dancer isn't she?" said Abdou.
"Oh yes, the best," agreed Tom. He was trying to think of a way of progressing his slow seduction of this Muslim woman and decided to be bold. "Look Abdou, the band will be winding down soon, why don't you both come back to my tent and I'll show you some comradely hospitality. I also have some suggestions that I know you'll love."
Abdou's mind was racing with the possibilities of the situation. Would this be the chance to see his wife seduced and taken by this big stud? Supposing Farida won't agree? Before he could engage his brain Abdou found himself agreeing to Tom's offer. "Wonderful, wonderful," beamed Tom and he could feel his big cock twitch at the thought of bedding Abdou's beautiful wife.
Just then Farida reappeared. "What are you two talking about?" she said.
Before Abdou could say a word, Tom said "Well my dear, your husband has kindly accepted my invitation of hospitality at my tent."
Farida didn't know what to say. She had thought Abdou would whisk her off back to the hotel and give her the fucking she desperately needed. Rubbing up against Tom's manhood had taken its toll. "Well I suppose we could come and see where you camp," she said, "but we mustn't stay too late must we Abdou?"
"What? I err no, I suppose not," stammered Abdou as Tom rose and offered Farida his arm.
And the three of them found themselves heading off to tent where the lives of Abdou and Farida would be changed forever. As they walked along Abdou held one of Farida's arms and Tom the other. However, after a while Abdou consciously let go of his wife's arm and stepped behind Tom.
This was not lost on the big white and he put his big protective arm around Abdou's wife as if to say to everyone "she's mine." If Farida hadn't been so dazed by the afternoon's events, she might have noticed various other white students smiling at Tom with knowing grins. They had recognized the situation immediately; a Muslim couple with cuckold husband following on as a big powerful white man led the wife to his cot.
Soon they reached Tom's tent and both Abdou and Farida were pleasantly surprised at how spacious it was. "Let me get you some coffee," said Tom as both Abdou and Farida collapsed onto a big sleeping bag.
Having sorted the drinks, Tom put some music on, and crawling over to Farida he said, "Can we have another dance Farida, you're such a good dancer?"
Before Farida could answer she felt her husband pushing her up. "Go on Farida, you know how much you enjoy it."
Abdou secretly wanted to see his wife in the arms of this Adonis again and who knows maybe more. Having no real reason to object, Farida agreed and as she accepted Toms hand she couldn't help but feel a shiver at the thought of being reacquainted with his penis, albeit covered by his trousers. However, as they left the tent she had a suspicion that he wasn't wearing any under garments since his penis had seemed so clearly outlined earlier.
As he clasped her to himself Tom could feel his big cock twitch once again. He moved one hand down to the small of her back, just to test the waters and meeting no resistance after another minute or so he moved his hand onto her sexy bottom. He could feel through the thin dress that Farida wasn't wearing thick pants, or perhaps only very skimpy ones and he couldn't wait to see her naked.
Farida felt lost in a different world as she circled round with this big man. Not only could she feel his penis growing hard against her once more, but she felt his big hand on her bottom pulling her onto his hardness. When she looked at her husband (still sitting in the tent), she noticed that he was just rubbing his own penis through his trousers. "My goodness," she thought, "he's getting turned on watching us. Supposing I flirt a bit more and show him what he's missing?"
With that Farida deliberately started to open her legs and let Tom's muscular leg rub against her inflamed sex.
This change in Farida's demeanor was not lost on Tom. As he led her back to the tent, he let his hands roam all over the back of this sexy hijabi Muslim wife and he leaned down to kiss and nibble her neck and ears. He heard Farida sigh and knew that he was close to capturing this sexy wife. "Fatima, let's give Abdou a show to remember shall we?"
Farida was brought back from her dreamlike state by Tom's question. "What do you mean?" she asked.
Almost in a whisper Tom said, "You know, a bit of thesis-antithesis-synthesis."
He had already found the zipper that ran down the back of Farida's dress and he had it in his hands as he spoke to her. He slowly started to pull the zipper down and it was half way down her back before Farida realised what was happening. "Wait Tom, we can't do this, I'm married."
"So what of it, Abdou wants me to undress you, don't you Abdou?"
Abdou had no hesitation in replying in the affirmative. This is what he had wanted for so long.
Caught in the confusion and surprise of hearing her husband say that he wanted to see another man, undress her, Farida just lay there while Tom pulled the zipper right down and then eased the dress off her shoulders. Suddenly she realised that she was lying in only her stockings, garter belt, and thong panties.
As she looked up at Tom she saw something that she hadn't seen in a man for years and that was undisguised lust. This man was lusting after her, this married women! She should have felt ashamed at her feelings but she didn't. Having got half-naked, she realised that she was enjoying the attention of this muscular white man. In fact she decided to crawl around in front of him as if to say 'look at what my husband has and you haven't'.
This might have been a foolish act, but it merely served to confirm what both men knew. For Tom it confirmed that Farida was absolutely gorgeous, the sexiest Muslim woman he had ever seen and that she needed to be loved sexually. For Abdou as he fingered his painfully erect cock, he knew that he was just a few steps away from pushing his wife into a sleeping bag with another man. He was close to realizing his fantasy.
Tom pulled Farida to him, lifted her face to his and he kissed her. Farida would always remember that first kiss since it was both passionate but more significantly the precursor to her crossing a line that could not be re- crossed, and to setting in motion events that would last her and her husband a lifetime. She accepted his big tongue into her mouth and her tongue fenced with his. She could feel his big hands roaming all over body now.
In her trance-like state it seemed quite natural that Tom should start to remove his clothing. Both Farida and Abdou watched as the big man removed his shirt to reveal a hugely-muscled chest and then he dropped his trousers and just as Farida had suspected he wore no underwear. His big cock reared up in all is magnificence and Tom was gratified to hear both husband and wife express surprise at his size.
Tom crawled over to the sleeping bag where Farida was sitting and crouched in front of her, his big cock semi erect. He remembered that Eric had told him that the cops were closing in, and he knew he would have to move quickly if he wanted to finish before they cleared the encampment. Farida's head was at the same level as the big man's groin and she was amazed at the whole size and muscularity of this man. Her trance-like state was broken by Tom who said softly "Take my cock into your mouth."
Farida was aghast, "I can't! It's dirty and I've never done that before."
Tom laughed to himself. This wife was indeed naive and yet he was gratified that he would be the first man to have his cock sucked by her. Lifting her face so that she could look into his eyes, Tom said, "As we hear from German ideologists, Germany has in the last few years gone through an unparalleled revolution. The decomposition of the Hegelian philosophy, which began with Strauss, has developed into a universal ferment into which all the “powers of the past” are swept. In the general chaos mighty empires have arisen only to meet with immediate doom, heroes have emerged momentarily only to be hurled back into obscurity by bolder and stronger rivals. It was a revolution beside which the French Revolution was child’s play, a world struggle beside which the struggles of the Diadochi [successors of Alexander the Great] appear insignificant. Principles ousted one another, heroes of the mind overthrew each other with unheard-of rapidity, and in the three years 1842-45 more of the past was swept away in Germany than at other times in three centuries.
"All this is supposed to have taken place in the realm of pure thought.
"Certainly it is an interesting event we are dealing with: the putrescence of the absolute spirit. When the last spark of its life had failed, the various components of this caput mortuum began to decompose, entered into new combinations and formed new substances. The industrialists of philosophy, who till then had lived on the exploitation of the absolute spirit, now seized upon the new combinations. Each with all possible zeal set about retailing his apportioned share. This naturally gave rise to competition, which, to start with, was carried on in moderately staid bourgeois fashion. Later when the German market was glutted, and the commodity in spite of all efforts found no response in the world market, the business was spoiled in the usual German manner by fabricated and fictitious production, deterioration in quality, adulteration of the raw materials, falsification of labels, fictitious purchases, bill-jobbing and a credit system devoid of any real basis. The competition turned into a bitter struggle, which is now being extolled and interpreted to us as a revolution of world significance, the begetter of the most prodigious results and achievements.
"If we wish to rate at its true value this philosophic charlatanry, which awakens even in the breast of the honest German citizen a glow of national pride, if we wish to bring out clearly the pettiness, the parochial narrowness of this whole Young-Hegelian movement and in particular the tragicomic contrast between the illusions of these heroes about their achievements and the actual achievements themselves, we must look at the whole spectacle from a standpoint beyond the frontiers of Germany.
"Ideology in General, German Ideology in Particular: German criticism has, right up to its latest efforts, never quitted the realm of philosophy. Far from examining its general philosophic premises, the whole body of its inquiries has actually sprung from the soil of a definite philosophical system, that of Hegel. Not only in their answers but in their very questions there was a mystification. This dependence on Hegel is the reason why not one of these modern critics has even attempted a comprehensive criticism of the Hegelian system, however much each professes to have advanced beyond Hegel. Their polemics against Hegel and against one another are confined to this – each extracts one side of the Hegelian system and turns this against the whole system as well as against the sides extracted by the others. To begin with they extracted pure unfalsified Hegelian categories such as “substance” and “self-consciousness,” later they desecrated these categories with more secular names such as species “the Unique,” “Man,” etc.
"The entire body of German philosophical criticism from Strauss to Stirner is confined to criticism of religious conceptions. [The following passage is crossed out in the manuscript:] claiming to be the absolute redeemer of the world from all evil. Religion was continually regarded and treated as the arch-enemy, as the ultimate cause of all relations repugnant to these philosophers. The critics started from real religion and actual theology. What religious consciousness and a religious conception really meant was determined variously as they went along. Their advance consisted in subsuming the allegedly dominant metaphysical, political, juridical, moral and other conceptions under the class of religious or theological conceptions; and similarly in pronouncing political, juridical, moral consciousness as religious or theological, and the political, juridical, moral man – “man” in the last resort – as religious. The dominance of religion was taken for granted. Gradually every dominant relationship was pronounced a religious relationship and transformed into a cult, a cult of law, a cult of the State, etc. On all sides it was only a question of dogmas and belief in dogmas. The world was sanctified to an ever-increasing extent till at last our venerable Saint Max was able to canonise it en bloc and thus dispose of it once for all.
"The Old Hegelians had comprehended everything as soon as it was reduced to an Hegelian logical category. The Young Hegelians criticised everything by attributing to it religious conceptions or by pronouncing it a theological matter. The Young Hegelians are in agreement with the Old Hegelians in their belief in the rule of religion, of concepts, of a universal principle in the existing world. Only, the one party attacks this dominion as usurpation, while the other extols it as legitimate.
"Since the Young Hegelians consider conceptions, thoughts, ideas, in fact all the products of consciousness, to which they attribute an independent existence, as the real chains of men (just as the Old Hegelians declared them the true bonds of human society) it is evident that the Young Hegelians have to fight only against these illusions of consciousness. Since, according to their fantasy, the relationships of men, all their doings, their chains and their limitations are products of their consciousness, the Young Hegelians logically put to men the moral postulate of exchanging their present consciousness for human, critical or egoistic consciousness, and thus of removing their limitations. This demand to change consciousness amounts to a demand to interpret reality in another way, i.e. to recognise it by means of another interpretation. The Young-Hegelian ideologists, in spite of their allegedly “world-shattering" statements, are the staunchest conservatives. The most recent of them have found the correct expression for their activity when they declare they are only fighting against “phrases.” They forget, however, that to these phrases they themselves are only opposing other phrases, and that they are in no way combating the real existing world when they are merely combating the phrases of this world. The only results which this philosophic criticism could achieve were a few (and at that thoroughly one-sided) elucidations of Christianity from the point of view of religious history; all the rest of their assertions are only further embellishments of their claim to have furnished, in these unimportant elucidations, discoveries of universal importance.
"It has not occurred to any one of these philosophers to inquire into the connection of German philosophy with German reality, the relation of their criticism to their own material surroundings.
"First Premises of Materialist Method: The premises from which we begin are not arbitrary ones, not dogmas, but real premises from which abstraction can only be made in the imagination. They are the real individuals, their activity and the material conditions under which they live, both those which they find already existing and those produced by their activity. These premises can thus be verified in a purely empirical way.
"The first premise of all human history is, of course, the existence of living human individuals. Thus the first fact to be established is the physical organisation of these individuals and their consequent relation to the rest of nature. Of course, we cannot here go either into the actual physical nature of man, or into the natural conditions in which man finds himself – geological, hydrographical, climatic and so on. The writing of history must always set out from these natural bases and their modification in the course of history through the action of men.
"Men can be distinguished from animals by consciousness, by religion or anything else you like. They themselves begin to distinguish themselves from animals as soon as they begin to produce their means of subsistence, a step which is conditioned by their physical organisation. By producing their means of subsistence men are indirectly producing their actual material life.
"The way in which men produce their means of subsistence depends first of all on the nature of the actual means of subsistence they find in existence and have to reproduce. This mode of production must not be considered simply as being the production of the physical existence of the individuals. Rather it is a definite form of activity of these individuals, a definite form of expressing their life, a definite mode of life on their part. As individuals express their life, so they are. What they are, therefore, coincides with their production, both with what they produce and with how they produce. The nature of individuals thus depends on the material conditions determining their production.
"This production only makes its appearance with the increase of population. In its turn this presupposes the intercourse [Verkehr] of individuals with one another. The form of this intercourse is again determined by production.
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2024.05.21 22:51 Koala_Guru Why Hank's villain era didn't work, and how it easily could've (Long Essay)
Hopefully this isn’t downvoted instantly, because I know people seem to get strangely very defensive about Beast’s characterization in this run. I think there is a lot of miscommunication whenever a Beast fan complains about how he was depicted here. Often times people will discount those complaints because they think Beast fans just don’t want him to go bad, when that doesn’t really seem to be the whole truth from what I’ve seen. Ultimately, the complaints I raise and I have seen others raise are more about thinking the writing of his spiral in X-Force 2019 was not done well rather than that said spiral shouldn’t have happened at all. With the Krakoa era coming to an end, and “From the Ashes” having the now-rebooted Beast who is pulled all the way from his time on The Defenders, I don’t see any of the flaws here being addressed beyond characters casually referring to how bad he became. So I wanted to take this time in the in-between, where our new Beast is apparently just chilling on Wonder Man’s couch while the rest of the X-Men fight against Orchis and Nimrod, to once and for all lay out the flaws of Beast’s villainous era, and establish not that it shouldn’t have happened, but that it could have been way better.
Problem 1: A Lack of Pathos:
Most X-Men fans who have been reading for awhile will agree that it’s honestly surprising more mutants haven’t gone down a dark path. Their history is one of striving for acceptance, putting their lives on the line for people who would rather see them dead, and being rewarded with not one but multiple genocides on their population. Some of the most interesting stories can actually come from a formally “upstanding” mutant finally deciding enough is enough. When Cyclops went down his “villainous” path, it made a lot of sense. We’d seen him becoming more disenfranchised with the dream for years. We’d seen his trust in Xavier erode time and time again, and so when he decided to stop asking for acceptance and start demanding it, it was hard to blame him. Even as we saw most of his friends turn against him, that didn’t stop people from declaring “Cyclops Was Right,” because his perspective could easily be understood, and he did achieve results. More recently in X-Men ‘97, we saw Rogue go down a dark path in the wake of Genosha being wiped out, including Magneto and Gambit. Again, this was understood, and it was an interesting direction for her character.
This sort of turn would also make a ton of sense for Hank McCoy. Did you know that back towards the start of the original Uncanny X-Men run, Hank was actually the first X-Men we ever saw to leave the team and say that Magneto was right, after he and Bobby were attacked by an angry mob because Hank used his powers to save a young child? Over the years, one of Hank’s most recurring struggles and arcs is self-loathing and eventual acceptance of his condition. Hank has always been at his darkest when he’s trapped in his spiral of self-loathing, but when he comes out the other side, he tends to be one of the most optimistic mutants when it comes to coexistence with humans. He was out making connections and fighting alongside non-mutants before anyone else. Joining the Avengers and Defenders, speaking on behalf of mutant rights before congress, dating human women who were able to accept his appearance, blue fur and all. Until they weren’t… looking at you, Trish Tilby.
So with all of this in mind, it would honestly be an extremely interesting arc to see Hank, this optimistic mutant who has spent his life building bridges and making connections with humanity, to be slowly beaten down and start to believe peace is not an option. As one of the original X-Men, he has been there through every tragedy that struck the mutant population. And as one of the smartest X-Men, he has usually been at the center of these crises. He has seen advancements in science meant to eradicate the mutants. He has fought against viruses that threaten to drive them extinct. He was there in the wreckage of Genosha. He has seen countless friends killed again and again. He has suffered his own mutation evolving and making him less and less human-looking. He saw the development of a mutant “cure” and was tempted to take it. He has seen it all.
And so that brings us to Krakoa. This is the moment where the mutants as a whole decided enough was enough. If they could not be accepted by humanity, they would pack up and form their own nation, and they would force humanity to accept that they exist by developing life-saving drugs that other nations would have to rely on. And what is one of the first things that happens after the establishment of Krakoa? Hank witnesses assassins infiltrate the island and assassinate Charles Xavier. This right here is honestly the perfect setup for Hank to go darker than he has before. Even after literally segregating the mutant population from humanity, like humanity seemed to want, they still decided to come and kill the man at the forefront of the movement. And Hank, recently placed in charge of mutant black-ops, would likely see that all options are on the table.
Unfortunately, Hank’s actual pathos surrounding the decisions he would go on to make is not explored by the book itself. The book has no interest in detailing Hank’s fall from grace as we saw with Cyclops before him. The book just wants us to accept that Hank has already fallen. And in fact, according to the writing, maybe he never had anywhere to fall from. Any time a character in X-Force tries to ask important questions to understand Hank’s thought process, they are cut off. Usually by Wolverine saying “He’s always been like this.” And then on one occasion, when Wolverine asked Hank why he was doing all this dark shit, Hank said, “Didn’t you read the script? I’ve always been like this.” There is no attempt to examine Hank as a character. We don’t need to know why Hank makes the decisions he does, because this book wants Hank to be a black and white villain and so that’s what he will be. Why? Because he’s always been like this.
Problem 2: Rapid Escalation:
One of the major defenses people have when it comes to Krakoan Hank is that he has apparently been on the road to his villainous self for over a decade. The X-Force run itself loved to have characters spout a list of Hank’s previous “crimes” without any context involved, as justification for why he was acting the way he did in the current run. The problem is, that context is very important. Because it shows the disparity in the Hank of previous stories who made mistakes with good intentions vs the Hank of X-Force who did heinous shit because he wanted to. This was less a plane making a slow descent and more a plane that was slowly descending, but then its engines shut off and it plummeted into a fiery explosion.
To make this case, we need to briefly analyze the previous perceived transgressions of Hank McCoy to show what they actually meant for his character and how they differ from the Bond villain X-Force would present us with. Let’s start with Threnody. Somehow, Threnody became a bit of a buzzword for the beginning of the end for Hank. When people talk about the history of Hank and Threnody, they will usually present it as one of Hank’s worst sins, saying something like “Hank callously handed Threnody over to Mr. Sinister so he could experiment on and abuse her!!!” It kind of makes for some whiplash when you actually read the Threnody story people are talking about. Here is a brief rundown of what actually happens:
Threnody is a young woman who cannot control her powers. It causes her no end of grief, and when we are introduced to her, she is homeless and constantly in danger of hurting herself or others. Beast, Rogue, and Iceman come across Threnody who has been found first by Mr. Sinister. Sinister actually has a vested interest in curing the Legacy Virus, and believes he can help Threnody master her powers, at which point she will prove vital in his efforts to study said Virus. Notably, Threnody wants to go with Sinister here. While Rogue disapproves, Hank does believe that Sinister is actually Threnody’s best option, openly stating Sinister can actually help her gain control and the X-Men cannot, because, as Hank directly says, Sinister is willing to damn parts of his soul in pursuit of scientific enlightenment, and the X-Men are not. A few issues later, when breaking into Sinister’s base, Hank encounters Threnody again. She’s happy. Sinister did indeed help her control her powers, and she has been able to use her abilities to help mutants the world over, while also undermining Sinister’s more evil operations from the inside. Hank expresses relief, saying he was kept up at night by his decision to let her go with Sinister, but Threnody actually thanks him for letting her. And that’s it. That’s Hank’s big “crime” here.
Hank’s other “sins” are also of varying levels of severity. There’s the time “Hank worked with his evil self to cure the Legacy Virus!” when the actual story in question is Hank asserting that he won’t stoop to the levels of Dark Beast and compromise his values in the name of science. There’s the time “Hank sided with the Inhumans against the X-Men!” when the actual story is Storm sending Hank to Attilan to find a way to end the conflict between mutants and inhumans before war broke out. Hank runs out of time to find a cure for the terrigen mist cloud, suggests mutants get off-world in the meantime rather than go to war with the inhumans, is thrown into a cell by the other X-Men for his “betrayal”, and then freed at the conclusion of the war by a repentant Storm when it comes to light that the whole conflict was manipulated by Emma Frost. There’s the time “Hank risked the timestream by bringing the original X-Men to the present day!” A decision that was made on his perceived deathbed with the hopes of bringing his old friend Cyclops back to his side. Hank wants to take the young mutants back right away, but they refuse. And instead of others enforcing that they need to return, we actually see Kitty Pride decide to lead them in the present in memory of Charles Xavier. Notably, Kitty would be one of the many mutants in future issues who would yell at Hank about this.
The point of this post isn’t to absolve Hank of all fault. He has made countless mistakes and bad decisions. Regardless of the culpability of others, the pulling of the O5 to the present was his decision. During Secret Empire, Hank would turn a blind eye to Hydra’s activity simply to keep the mutants under his care safe. During all of this, however, Hank’s character was not compromised. He expressed despair and regret over his worse choices, and struggled with thinking he was a good person any longer. Again, going back to his recurring struggle with self-loathing. He had pathos behind his decisions and how they affected him, and would often reunite with Wonder Man as an opportunity to recenter and declare he would “be better tomorrow than he was yesterday.”
You would think, if the aim of X-Force was to turn Hank into a full-on villain, it would take advantage of the long-form storytelling of comics to chronicle that escalation. Like I said, the assassination of Charles Xavier is a great starting point for Hank to start going darker than he ever has before. The problem is, we don’t get an escalation. Hank starts the run by doing some of the most heinous shit imaginable. Regardless of your thoughts on the severity of Hank’s previous mistakes, none of them compare to his opening volley in this run. Hank uses telefloronics to override and genocide an entire country, leaving various people either completely dead or braindead. We later find out that during this time he also established a space station where he ran unethical experiments on prisoners like Krakoa’s very own Dr. Mengele. He then accuses his old ally Colossus of conspiring with Russia against Krakoa, and calls forth the mutant population to witness as he parades a shamed Colossus through its streets. Then he kills Wolverine and resurrects him as a mindless animal who he uses as an attack dog against his perceived enemies. This isn’t an escalation, this is a different character. And the aforementioned lack of pathos means that we don’t get to see him struggle with these choices. We don’t see his thought process as he becomes darker and darker. Why would we? “He’s always been like this.”
Problem 3: No Personality:
One of the most fun aspects of turning a protagonist into an antagonist is seeing how their personality works with a more villainous mindset. When Cyclops became an “antagonist” to the X-Men, he was still Cyclops. He stuck to his convictions, he was a great leader and tactician, and he was able to turn many mutants to his side because of this. We’ve seen an evil Beast before. The creatively-named Dark Beast is from an alternate future where Beast went down a dark path lacking ethics. The fun of this character, besides comparing his ideologies with our Hank McCoy, is seeing how Hank’s penchant for jokes or quotes now become far more sinister and cutting.
There’s a strange narrative that the jokey Hank is reserved for the Avengers while the Hank with the X-Men is all business and science. This isn’t entirely true. Early on when he was a member of the Defenders, Hank talks about this sort of thing. He essentially says that he wears different hats. While working with the X-Men, he used big words essentially to gain respect from both his teammates and humanity. But with other teams, and in his then-new furry form, he dropped all of that. His speech became more naturalistic and he was much more of a goofball. The thing is, it’s the speech patterns that truly change depending on who Hank is hanging with, not his personality. Hank with the X-Men and Hank with the Avengers are both jovial characters who like to tell jokes and quote philosophy. You can see Hank being a bit of a clown among the X-Men in various runs. So it’s not like it’s a given that Hank is some entirely different dry doctor devoid of any sense of humor when among the X-Men.
But this is how Hank is portrayed in X-Force. Part of why this version of Hank is so hard to reconcile with the rest of his history for fans of the character is that he just doesn’t act like himself, even when he isn’t actively committing war crimes. In one early issue of the run, we get a glimpse at Beast’s journal where he accounts a meeting he had with Forge. Now, Beast has been known to be a very physical character. He is often known to sweep others into a hug, or even plant a big kiss on their face in the case of characters like Wonder Man or Iceman. Meanwhile this one page where we read his thoughts on Forge is clearly pretending this is not the case:
Problem 4: No One Cares:
Another important angle to consider when writing a story of a good person breaking bad is how it affects those around them. Those who are close friends to the person and find themselves disturbed by their current actions. Again, I return to Cyclops. Regardless of where you stand on if he was right or not, he was very much positioned as an antagonist to the mutants at the Jean Grey School for Higher Learning. Yet we see various friends of Cyclops still caring for him and wanting to pull him back from what they perceive as the dark side. Like I previously said, Beast’s whole reason for messing with the timeline was because he felt he was going to die and wanted to try to appeal to his old friend and bring him back around before he passed on. When someone good goes bad, part of the emotional core is seeing former friends try to appeal to their better nature, and even eventually deciding they’ve gone too far to turn back.
Not so with Hank in X-Force. Like I said, this run posits that this is not any kind of heel turn for Hank. This is how he’s always been. “Hank this isn’t you!” “No, he’s always been like this.” “Hank, turn back before it’s too late!” “Turn back where? He’s always been like this.” None of Hank’s friends give a shit. Hank’s best friend amongst the X-Men is Bobby Drake, Iceman, and we never once see any kind of confrontation there. Cyclops and Angel similarly doesn’t care. Now you could argue this is because X-Force is a secretive organization. Bobby and Scott don’t even know what Hank is doing. There are two issues with this. First, things reach a point where they would know. Hank’s actions become public knowledge, and Wolverine goes off to hunt him down while the rest of the X-Men just kinda look the other way. And second, there is someone with a lot of history with Hank that was a part of X-Force and did see everything that was going on. Jean Grey.
But we never get to see Jean wonder what’s happened to her close friend. Jean who was always incredibly close to Hank. Jean who, it was confirmed during the All-New X-Men era, had mutual feelings for Hank and might have started dating him had things been different. But no, Jean, like every character in this run, accepts that Hank has always been like this. That’s the answer to everything. So instead of some kind of emotional confrontation where she tries to appeal to his better nature, we instead have Jean yell at Hank, use her powers to throw him against a wall, and quit X-Force. And then most recently, we see her tell Firestar without hesitation to throw Hank under the bus for any heat that comes her way from her undercover mission. Because everyone will believe Hank is responsible for all the bad shit. Who the hell cares about Hank? According to this run, no one.
Conclusion:
I hope you can see the larger issue here. When Beast fans complain about his Krakoan era, people assume they just don’t want to see their favorite do bad things. But it’s practically accepted at this point in comics that most heroes will have a villain arc. Hell, Iceman is the only one of the original five X-Men who hasn’t gone down a dark path at this point. The problem is that everything about the writing of Hank during this time was just not done well. There is no exploration of Hank’s descent into villainy, and any questioning down that line is immediately shut down by the assertion that this is just who he’s always been. There isn’t any slow escalation because his first move is genocide. Hank is not even written as himself during this era, but rather as a generic bond villain. And none of Hank’s former close friends even show any emotion about his turn to villainy. An evil Hank story could easily work. We saw it with Dark Beast. A story where the former optimistic member of the X-Men has been beaten down so many times that he takes on a “whatever it takes” mentality could be interesting and emotionally resonant as we both understand what drove him here yet hate the man he’s become. But that isn’t what we got. We got a run that wrote him as a complete stranger and then had all the characters tell the reader that they were wrong for ever thinking he was anyone else.
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Problem 1: A Lack of Pathos:
Most X-Men fans who have been reading for awhile will agree that it’s honestly surprising more mutants haven’t gone down a dark path. Their history is one of striving for acceptance, putting their lives on the line for people who would rather see them dead, and being rewarded with not one but multiple genocides on their population. Some of the most interesting stories can actually come from a formally “upstanding” mutant finally deciding enough is enough. When Cyclops went down his “villainous” path, it made a lot of sense. We’d seen him becoming more disenfranchised with the dream for years. We’d seen his trust in Xavier erode time and time again, and so when he decided to stop asking for acceptance and start demanding it, it was hard to blame him. Even as we saw most of his friends turn against him, that didn’t stop people from declaring “Cyclops Was Right,” because his perspective could easily be understood, and he did achieve results. More recently in X-Men ‘97, we saw Rogue go down a dark path in the wake of Genosha being wiped out, including Magneto and Gambit. Again, this was understood, and it was an interesting direction for her character.
This sort of turn would also make a ton of sense for Hank McCoy. Did you know that back towards the start of the original Uncanny X-Men run, Hank was actually the first X-Men we ever saw to leave the team and say that Magneto was right, after he and Bobby were attacked by an angry mob because Hank used his powers to save a young child? Over the years, one of Hank’s most recurring struggles and arcs is self-loathing and eventual acceptance of his condition. Hank has always been at his darkest when he’s trapped in his spiral of self-loathing, but when he comes out the other side, he tends to be one of the most optimistic mutants when it comes to coexistence with humans. He was out making connections and fighting alongside non-mutants before anyone else. Joining the Avengers and Defenders, speaking on behalf of mutant rights before congress, dating human women who were able to accept his appearance, blue fur and all. Until they weren’t… looking at you, Trish Tilby.
So with all of this in mind, it would honestly be an extremely interesting arc to see Hank, this optimistic mutant who has spent his life building bridges and making connections with humanity, to be slowly beaten down and start to believe peace is not an option. As one of the original X-Men, he has been there through every tragedy that struck the mutant population. And as one of the smartest X-Men, he has usually been at the center of these crises. He has seen advancements in science meant to eradicate the mutants. He has fought against viruses that threaten to drive them extinct. He was there in the wreckage of Genosha. He has seen countless friends killed again and again. He has suffered his own mutation evolving and making him less and less human-looking. He saw the development of a mutant “cure” and was tempted to take it. He has seen it all.
And so that brings us to Krakoa. This is the moment where the mutants as a whole decided enough was enough. If they could not be accepted by humanity, they would pack up and form their own nation, and they would force humanity to accept that they exist by developing life-saving drugs that other nations would have to rely on. And what is one of the first things that happens after the establishment of Krakoa? Hank witnesses assassins infiltrate the island and assassinate Charles Xavier. This right here is honestly the perfect setup for Hank to go darker than he has before. Even after literally segregating the mutant population from humanity, like humanity seemed to want, they still decided to come and kill the man at the forefront of the movement. And Hank, recently placed in charge of mutant black-ops, would likely see that all options are on the table.
Unfortunately, Hank’s actual pathos surrounding the decisions he would go on to make is not explored by the book itself. The book has no interest in detailing Hank’s fall from grace as we saw with Cyclops before him. The book just wants us to accept that Hank has already fallen. And in fact, according to the writing, maybe he never had anywhere to fall from. Any time a character in X-Force tries to ask important questions to understand Hank’s thought process, they are cut off. Usually by Wolverine saying “He’s always been like this.” And then on one occasion, when Wolverine asked Hank why he was doing all this dark shit, Hank said, “Didn’t you read the script? I’ve always been like this.” There is no attempt to examine Hank as a character. We don’t need to know why Hank makes the decisions he does, because this book wants Hank to be a black and white villain and so that’s what he will be. Why? Because he’s always been like this.
Problem 2: Rapid Escalation:
One of the major defenses people have when it comes to Krakoan Hank is that he has apparently been on the road to his villainous self for over a decade. The X-Force run itself loved to have characters spout a list of Hank’s previous “crimes” without any context involved, as justification for why he was acting the way he did in the current run. The problem is, that context is very important. Because it shows the disparity in the Hank of previous stories who made mistakes with good intentions vs the Hank of X-Force who did heinous shit because he wanted to. This was less a plane making a slow descent and more a plane that was slowly descending, but then its engines shut off and it plummeted into a fiery explosion.
To make this case, we need to briefly analyze the previous perceived transgressions of Hank McCoy to show what they actually meant for his character and how they differ from the Bond villain X-Force would present us with. Let’s start with Threnody. Somehow, Threnody became a bit of a buzzword for the beginning of the end for Hank. When people talk about the history of Hank and Threnody, they will usually present it as one of Hank’s worst sins, saying something like “Hank callously handed Threnody over to Mr. Sinister so he could experiment on and abuse her!!!” It kind of makes for some whiplash when you actually read the Threnody story people are talking about. Here is a brief rundown of what actually happens:
Threnody is a young woman who cannot control her powers. It causes her no end of grief, and when we are introduced to her, she is homeless and constantly in danger of hurting herself or others. Beast, Rogue, and Iceman come across Threnody who has been found first by Mr. Sinister. Sinister actually has a vested interest in curing the Legacy Virus, and believes he can help Threnody master her powers, at which point she will prove vital in his efforts to study said Virus. Notably, Threnody wants to go with Sinister here. While Rogue disapproves, Hank does believe that Sinister is actually Threnody’s best option, openly stating Sinister can actually help her gain control and the X-Men cannot, because, as Hank directly says, Sinister is willing to damn parts of his soul in pursuit of scientific enlightenment, and the X-Men are not. A few issues later, when breaking into Sinister’s base, Hank encounters Threnody again. She’s happy. Sinister did indeed help her control her powers, and she has been able to use her abilities to help mutants the world over, while also undermining Sinister’s more evil operations from the inside. Hank expresses relief, saying he was kept up at night by his decision to let her go with Sinister, but Threnody actually thanks him for letting her. And that’s it. That’s Hank’s big “crime” here.
Hank’s other “sins” are also of varying levels of severity. There’s the time “Hank worked with his evil self to cure the Legacy Virus!” when the actual story in question is Hank asserting that he won’t stoop to the levels of Dark Beast and compromise his values in the name of science. There’s the time “Hank sided with the Inhumans against the X-Men!” when the actual story is Storm sending Hank to Attilan to find a way to end the conflict between mutants and inhumans before war broke out. Hank runs out of time to find a cure for the terrigen mist cloud, suggests mutants get off-world in the meantime rather than go to war with the inhumans, is thrown into a cell by the other X-Men for his “betrayal”, and then freed at the conclusion of the war by a repentant Storm when it comes to light that the whole conflict was manipulated by Emma Frost. There’s the time “Hank risked the timestream by bringing the original X-Men to the present day!” A decision that was made on his perceived deathbed with the hopes of bringing his old friend Cyclops back to his side. Hank wants to take the young mutants back right away, but they refuse. And instead of others enforcing that they need to return, we actually see Kitty Pride decide to lead them in the present in memory of Charles Xavier. Notably, Kitty would be one of the many mutants in future issues who would yell at Hank about this.
The point of this post isn’t to absolve Hank of all fault. He has made countless mistakes and bad decisions. Regardless of the culpability of others, the pulling of the O5 to the present was his decision. During Secret Empire, Hank would turn a blind eye to Hydra’s activity simply to keep the mutants under his care safe. During all of this, however, Hank’s character was not compromised. He expressed despair and regret over his worse choices, and struggled with thinking he was a good person any longer. Again, going back to his recurring struggle with self-loathing. He had pathos behind his decisions and how they affected him, and would often reunite with Wonder Man as an opportunity to recenter and declare he would “be better tomorrow than he was yesterday.”
You would think, if the aim of X-Force was to turn Hank into a full-on villain, it would take advantage of the long-form storytelling of comics to chronicle that escalation. Like I said, the assassination of Charles Xavier is a great starting point for Hank to start going darker than he ever has before. The problem is, we don’t get an escalation. Hank starts the run by doing some of the most heinous shit imaginable. Regardless of your thoughts on the severity of Hank’s previous mistakes, none of them compare to his opening volley in this run. Hank uses telefloronics to override and genocide an entire country, leaving various people either completely dead or braindead. We later find out that during this time he also established a space station where he ran unethical experiments on prisoners like Krakoa’s very own Dr. Mengele. He then accuses his old ally Colossus of conspiring with Russia against Krakoa, and calls forth the mutant population to witness as he parades a shamed Colossus through its streets. Then he kills Wolverine and resurrects him as a mindless animal who he uses as an attack dog against his perceived enemies. This isn’t an escalation, this is a different character. And the aforementioned lack of pathos means that we don’t get to see him struggle with these choices. We don’t see his thought process as he becomes darker and darker. Why would we? “He’s always been like this.”
Problem 3: No Personality:
One of the most fun aspects of turning a protagonist into an antagonist is seeing how their personality works with a more villainous mindset. When Cyclops became an “antagonist” to the X-Men, he was still Cyclops. He stuck to his convictions, he was a great leader and tactician, and he was able to turn many mutants to his side because of this. We’ve seen an evil Beast before. The creatively-named Dark Beast is from an alternate future where Beast went down a dark path lacking ethics. The fun of this character, besides comparing his ideologies with our Hank McCoy, is seeing how Hank’s penchant for jokes or quotes now become far more sinister and cutting.
There’s a strange narrative that the jokey Hank is reserved for the Avengers while the Hank with the X-Men is all business and science. This isn’t entirely true. Early on when he was a member of the Defenders, Hank talks about this sort of thing. He essentially says that he wears different hats. While working with the X-Men, he used big words essentially to gain respect from both his teammates and humanity. But with other teams, and in his then-new furry form, he dropped all of that. His speech became more naturalistic and he was much more of a goofball. The thing is, it’s the speech patterns that truly change depending on who Hank is hanging with, not his personality. Hank with the X-Men and Hank with the Avengers are both jovial characters who like to tell jokes and quote philosophy. You can see Hank being a bit of a clown among the X-Men in various runs. So it’s not like it’s a given that Hank is some entirely different dry doctor devoid of any sense of humor when among the X-Men.
But this is how Hank is portrayed in X-Force. Part of why this version of Hank is so hard to reconcile with the rest of his history for fans of the character is that he just doesn’t act like himself, even when he isn’t actively committing war crimes. In one early issue of the run, we get a glimpse at Beast’s journal where he accounts a meeting he had with Forge. Now, Beast has been known to be a very physical character. He is often known to sweep others into a hug, or even plant a big kiss on their face in the case of characters like Wonder Man or Iceman. Meanwhile this one page where we read his thoughts on Forge is clearly pretending this is not the case:
I paid Forge a visit in the Armory – and I must say that he can be, like Logan, rather impossible. There is a certain locker room bravado about him I find perplexing, like a language I only half understand. For instance, he refused to shake my hand but instead dragged me into what he called a “bro hug.” Then he challenged me to a “feat of strength,” asking if I would test out this sappy “muck bomb” he had developed that – or so I gather – glues one in place. He wondered if a “big boy” like me might be able to thrash free of the binding. I refused him and said I very much would prefer to get down to business. He then referred to me as a “bookish peckerwood @#$%” but did so with a friendly laugh and clapped me on the shoulder hard enough to make me stagger. I’m not sure how to process this, honestly. Is he being friendly or cruel? Is it possible to be both?Needless to say, this doesn’t read like Beast. It reads like an android that has never before felt human emotion. I remember before reading this I was theorizing that Hank had been switched with Dark Beast once more to explain his sudden escalation, but after this I realized that couldn’t be the case. Because this sounds like neither Beast nor Dark Beast. Dark Beast understood how to properly write Hank as a villain. He doesn’t suddenly become your typical made scientist devoid of emotion, humor, or basic human understanding. He still makes jokes that are now cruel. He still quotes literature in a way that paints him as a god among men. Hank going bad can be a fun read, but this run was not.
Problem 4: No One Cares:
Another important angle to consider when writing a story of a good person breaking bad is how it affects those around them. Those who are close friends to the person and find themselves disturbed by their current actions. Again, I return to Cyclops. Regardless of where you stand on if he was right or not, he was very much positioned as an antagonist to the mutants at the Jean Grey School for Higher Learning. Yet we see various friends of Cyclops still caring for him and wanting to pull him back from what they perceive as the dark side. Like I previously said, Beast’s whole reason for messing with the timeline was because he felt he was going to die and wanted to try to appeal to his old friend and bring him back around before he passed on. When someone good goes bad, part of the emotional core is seeing former friends try to appeal to their better nature, and even eventually deciding they’ve gone too far to turn back.
Not so with Hank in X-Force. Like I said, this run posits that this is not any kind of heel turn for Hank. This is how he’s always been. “Hank this isn’t you!” “No, he’s always been like this.” “Hank, turn back before it’s too late!” “Turn back where? He’s always been like this.” None of Hank’s friends give a shit. Hank’s best friend amongst the X-Men is Bobby Drake, Iceman, and we never once see any kind of confrontation there. Cyclops and Angel similarly doesn’t care. Now you could argue this is because X-Force is a secretive organization. Bobby and Scott don’t even know what Hank is doing. There are two issues with this. First, things reach a point where they would know. Hank’s actions become public knowledge, and Wolverine goes off to hunt him down while the rest of the X-Men just kinda look the other way. And second, there is someone with a lot of history with Hank that was a part of X-Force and did see everything that was going on. Jean Grey.
But we never get to see Jean wonder what’s happened to her close friend. Jean who was always incredibly close to Hank. Jean who, it was confirmed during the All-New X-Men era, had mutual feelings for Hank and might have started dating him had things been different. But no, Jean, like every character in this run, accepts that Hank has always been like this. That’s the answer to everything. So instead of some kind of emotional confrontation where she tries to appeal to his better nature, we instead have Jean yell at Hank, use her powers to throw him against a wall, and quit X-Force. And then most recently, we see her tell Firestar without hesitation to throw Hank under the bus for any heat that comes her way from her undercover mission. Because everyone will believe Hank is responsible for all the bad shit. Who the hell cares about Hank? According to this run, no one.
Conclusion:
I hope you can see the larger issue here. When Beast fans complain about his Krakoan era, people assume they just don’t want to see their favorite do bad things. But it’s practically accepted at this point in comics that most heroes will have a villain arc. Hell, Iceman is the only one of the original five X-Men who hasn’t gone down a dark path at this point. The problem is that everything about the writing of Hank during this time was just not done well. There is no exploration of Hank’s descent into villainy, and any questioning down that line is immediately shut down by the assertion that this is just who he’s always been. There isn’t any slow escalation because his first move is genocide. Hank is not even written as himself during this era, but rather as a generic bond villain. And none of Hank’s former close friends even show any emotion about his turn to villainy. An evil Hank story could easily work. We saw it with Dark Beast. A story where the former optimistic member of the X-Men has been beaten down so many times that he takes on a “whatever it takes” mentality could be interesting and emotionally resonant as we both understand what drove him here yet hate the man he’s become. But that isn’t what we got. We got a run that wrote him as a complete stranger and then had all the characters tell the reader that they were wrong for ever thinking he was anyone else.
2024.05.21 22:46 HaremKing117 Looking to buy a Mac for the first time
Hey there,
Im looking to get a new laptop and have been thinking of getting a Mac.
I’m in need of a laptop for primarily business work online. This includes editing videos like reels for social media, editing images for thumbnails, setting up e commerce stores, possibly using AI to help and AI tools, editing my website.
I have never owned a Mac before, and I’ve done some research into the PC vs Mac debate.
The biggest problem I’m seeing that everyone says is the 8GB RAM problem with some of the Mac’s.
I’ve taken a look at some MacBook Air’s and MacBook Pro’s.
Is there a Mac that has more than 8GB RAM at base level (not needing to pay extra to bump it up)? Such as one starting with 16GB RAM?
And what Mac’s would you recommend for me in general based on what I’ve said? If you have any more questions feel free to ask. Like I’m hoping to spend around £1,000 or if there is a better laptop that’s not a Mac what would you recommend and why?
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Im looking to get a new laptop and have been thinking of getting a Mac.
I’m in need of a laptop for primarily business work online. This includes editing videos like reels for social media, editing images for thumbnails, setting up e commerce stores, possibly using AI to help and AI tools, editing my website.
I have never owned a Mac before, and I’ve done some research into the PC vs Mac debate.
The biggest problem I’m seeing that everyone says is the 8GB RAM problem with some of the Mac’s.
I’ve taken a look at some MacBook Air’s and MacBook Pro’s.
Is there a Mac that has more than 8GB RAM at base level (not needing to pay extra to bump it up)? Such as one starting with 16GB RAM?
And what Mac’s would you recommend for me in general based on what I’ve said? If you have any more questions feel free to ask. Like I’m hoping to spend around £1,000 or if there is a better laptop that’s not a Mac what would you recommend and why?
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Only swapping for 200mL Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait and Louis Vuitton Symphony at this time.
All of my contact info as well as all of my bottles for sale, are available in my spreadsheet which you should bookmark and look at for a more updated inventory
Spreadsheet
| HOUSE | FRAGRANCE | SIZE | REMAINING | Notes/Condition | Price | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amouage | Amber Sogara | 12mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $335 | Niche |
| 2 | Amouage | Incense Rori Attar | 12mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $299 | Niche |
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| 8 | Bond No. 9 | Dubai Jade | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $200 | Niche |
| 9 | Bond No. 9 | Hamptons | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $149 | Niche |
| 10 | Bond No. 9 | Madison Square Park | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $149 | Niche |
| 11 | Bond No. 9 | New York Nights | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Cap, No Box) | $165 | Niche |
| 12 | Bond No. 9 | NOMAD | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $169 | Niche |
| 13 | Bond No. 9 | Riverside Drive | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $149 | Niche |
| 14 | Bond No. 9 | So New York | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $149 | Niche |
| 15 | Bond No. 9 | Sutton Place | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $149 | Niche |
| 16 | Bond No. 9 | Wall Street | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $149 | Niche |
| 17 | By Kilian | Bamboo Harmony | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester Refill (No Spray, No Box) | $199 | Niche |
| 18 | By Kilian | Black Phantom | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester Refill (No Spray, No Box) | $199 | Niche |
| 19 | By Kilian | Can't Stop Loving You | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $185 | Niche |
| 20 | By Kilian | Forbidden Games | 50mL | 98% Full | Tester Refill (No Spray, No Box) | $125 | Niche |
| 21 | By Kilian | Gold Knight | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester Refill (No Spray, No Box) | $199 | Niche |
| 22 | By Kilian | Gold Knight | 50mL | 98% Full | Tester Refill (No Spray, No Box) | $145 | Niche |
| 23 | By Kilian | Good Girl Gone Bad | 250mL | 99% Full | Decanter; No Box | $650 | Niche |
| 24 | By Kilian | Good Girl Gone Bad | 50mL | 98% Full | Tester Refill (No Spray, No Box) | $135 | Niche |
| 25 | By Kilian | Good Girl Gone Bad Eau Fraiche | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $180 | Niche |
| 26 | By Kilian | Intoxicated | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester Refill (No Spray, No Box) | $199 | Niche |
| 27 | By Kilian | L'Heure Verte | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $135 | Niche |
| 28 | By Kilian | Moonlight In Heaven | 100mL | 99% Full | Tester Refill (No Spray, No Box) | $199 | Niche |
| 29 | By Kilian | Roses on Ice | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $135 | Niche |
| 30 | Byredo | Eyes Closed | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $135 | Niche |
| 31 | Byredo | Infloresence | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $135 | Niche |
| 32 | Byredo | Lil Fleur | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $135 | Niche |
| 33 | Byredo | Sunday Cologne | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $135 | Niche |
| 34 | Chanel / Chanel Exclusif | Misia EdT | 200mL | 90% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $325 | Niche |
| 35 | Chanel / Chanel Exclusif | No. 22 EdT | 200mL | 95% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $325 | Niche |
| 36 | Christian Dior / Dior Privee | 7 Mini Set as Pictured | 7x 5mL | 100% Full | 7 Official Minis from 2010-2011... Mitzah, Milly-A-La-Foret, Granville, Cologne Royale, Eau Noire, New Look 1947 | $180 | Niche |
| 37 | Christian Dior / Dior Privee | Bois D'Argent | 5mL | 100% Full | Official Mini - Batch Code 0V01 (2010 Production Date) - Price includes shipping | $35 | Niche |
| 38 | Christian Dior / Dior Privee | Cologne Royale | 5mL | 100% Full | Official Mini - Batch Code 1X01 (2011 Production Date) - Price includes shipping | $30 | Niche |
| 39 | Christian Dior / Dior Privee | Diorissima | 7.5mL | 100% Full | Official Mini; No Cannister - Price includes shipping | $30 | Niche |
| 40 | Christian Dior / Dior Privee | Eau Noire | 5mL | 100% Full | Official Mini - Batch Code 1R01 (2011 Production Date) - Price includes shipping | $35 | Niche |
| 41 | Christian Dior / Dior Privee | Eden Roc | 7.5mL | 100% Full | Official Mini - Price includes shipping | $30 | Niche |
| 42 | Christian Dior / Dior Privee | Granville | 5mL | 100% Full | Official Mini - Batch Code 0V01 (2010 Production Date) - Price includes shipping | $35 | Niche |
| 43 | Christian Dior / Dior Privee | Milly-La-Foret | 5mL | 100% Full | Official Mini - Batch Code 0W01 (2010 Production Date) - Price includes shipping | $30 | Niche |
| 44 | Christian Dior / Dior Privee | New Look 1947 | 5mL | 100% Full | Official Mini - Batch Code 1R01 (2011 Production Date) - Price includes shipping | $30 | Niche |
| 45 | Clive Christian | C for Men | 50mL | 95% Full | Tester (No Box) | $169 | Niche |
| 46 | Clive Christian | I Pour Femme (Woody Floral with Vintage Rose) | 50mL | 99% Full | Tester (No Box) | $169 | Niche |
| 47 | Clive Christian | Rock Rose | 50mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $229 | Niche |
| 48 | Clive Christian | X Pour Femme | 50mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $169 | Niche |
| 49 | Creed | Aventus - 19P21 (Decant) | 50mL | 100% Full | Magnetic Cap Decant | $169 | Niche |
| 50 | Creed | Aventus - F Batch | 100mL | 100% Full | BNIB, Sealed | $235 | Niche |
| 51 | Creed | Aventus Cologne - F Batch | 100mL | 100% Full | BNIB, Sealed | $235 | Niche |
| 52 | Creed | Aventus for Her - F Batch | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $175 | Niche |
| 53 | Creed | Bois du Portugal | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $185 | Niche |
| 54 | Creed | Carmina - F1449 | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Cap or Box) | $199 | Niche |
| 55 | Creed | Erolfa | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap | $185 | Niche |
| 56 | Creed | Green Irish Tweed | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $195 | Niche |
| 57 | Creed | Himalaya - F Batch | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $185 | Niche |
| 58 | Creed | Millesime Imperial | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $185 | Niche |
| 59 | Creed | Original Santal | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $185 | Niche |
| 60 | Creed | Original Vetiver | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $185 | Niche |
| 61 | Creed | Queen of Silk | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester with Metal Cap | $275 | Niche |
| 62 | Creed | Refillable Atomizer (5mL Leather Wrapped) Blue | 5mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $85 | Niche |
| 63 | Creed | Refillable Atomizer (5mL Leather Wrapped) Grey | 5mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $85 | Niche |
| 64 | Creed | Royal Oud - F Batch | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $260 | Niche |
| 65 | Creed | Royal Water - F238 | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $180 | Niche |
| 66 | Creed | Silver Mountain Water - 21V01A | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $180 | Niche |
| 67 | Creed | Viking - F BATCH | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $190 | Niche |
| 68 | Creed | Viking Cologne | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap | $185 | Niche |
| 69 | Creed | Virgin Island Water | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester with Plastic Cap (No Box) | $195 | Niche |
| 70 | Creed | White Amber - 17R01 | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $155 | Niche |
| 71 | Diptyque | Ombre Dans L'eau EdT | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $100 | Niche |
| 72 | Diptyque | Oyedo EdT | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $100 | Niche |
| 73 | Fragrance Du Bois | Brume du Matin | 100mL | 100% Full | New, No Box | $180 | Niche |
| 74 | Fragrance Du Bois | Cannabis Blue | 100mL | 100% Full | New, No Box | $180 | Niche |
| 75 | Fragrance Du Bois | Cannabis Intense | 100mL | 100% Full | New, No Box | $180 | Niche |
| 76 | Fragrance Du Bois | HERITAGE | 100mL | 100% Full | New, No Box | $330 | Niche |
| 77 | Fragrance du Bois | Lovers | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $325 | Niche |
| 78 | Fragrance Du Bois | New York Fifth Avenue | 100mL | 100% Full | New, No Box | $180 | Niche |
| 79 | Fragrance Du Bois | SAHRAA | 100mL | 99% Full | Full presentation with Box | $399 | Niche |
| 80 | Fragrance Du Bois | Siberian Rose | 100mL | 100% Full | New, No Box | $180 | Niche |
| 81 | Frederic Malle | Cologne Indellible | 100mL | 85% Full | Full presentation with Box | $175 | Niche |
| 82 | Frederic Malle | Eau de Magnolia | 10mL | 100% Full | Official Travel Spray | $55 | Niche |
| 83 | Frederic Malle | Heaven Can Wait | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New In Box | $255 | Niche |
| 84 | Frederic Malle | Monsieur | 10mL | 95% Full | Official Travel Spray | $55 | Niche |
| 85 | Frederic Malle | Promise | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New (Not Sealed) | $315 | Niche |
| 86 | Gallagher | Bergamot Silk | 100mL | 99% Full | No Box | $79 | Niche |
| 87 | Giorgio Armani / Armani Prive | Pierre de Lune | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $155 | Niche |
| 88 | Giorgio Armani / Armani Prive | Rose Alexandrie | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $155 | Niche |
| 89 | Guerlain | Angelique Noire | 30mL | 100% Full | Mini Bee Bottle Decant | $215 | Niche |
| 90 | Guerlain | Angelique Noire | 10mL | 100% Full | Tall Glass Decant | $55 | Niche |
| 91 | Guerlain | French Kiss | 75mL | 98% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $450 | Niche |
| 92 | Guerlain | Frenchy Lavende | 200mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $399 | Niche |
| 93 | Guerlain | Herbes Troublantes | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $339 | Niche |
| 94 | Guerlain | Jasmin Bonheur | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $369 | Niche |
| 95 | Guerlain | Neroli Outrenoir | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $339 | Niche |
| 96 | Guerlain | Spiriteuse Double Vanille | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap | $399 | Niche |
| 97 | Guerlain | Tobacco Honey | 200mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $399 | Niche |
| 98 | Hermes / Hermessence | Agar Ebene | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $150 | Niche |
| 99 | Hermes / Hermessence | Cedre Sambac | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $165 | Niche |
| 100 | Hermes / Hermessence | Epice Marine | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $170 | Niche |
| 101 | Hermes / Hermessence | Myrrhe Eglantine | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $185 | Niche |
| 102 | Hermes / Hermessence | Poivre Samarcade | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $170 | Niche |
| 103 | Hermes / Hermessence | Santal Massoia | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $170 | Niche |
| 104 | Hermes / Hermessence | Vetiver Tonka | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $175 | Niche |
| 105 | House of Sillage | Nouez Moi | 75mL | 99% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $120 | Niche |
| 106 | I Profumi di Firenze | Caterina De Medici | 50mL | 99% Full | No Box | $35 | Niche |
| 107 | Initio | High Frequency | 90mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $180 | Niche |
| 108 | Initio | Oud for Happiness | 90mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $189 | Niche |
| 109 | Jo Malone | English Pear & Freesia | 30mL | 100% Full | No Box | $50 | Niche |
| 110 | Le Labo | Bigarade 18 - Hong Kong Exclusive | 50mL | 100% Full | Full Bottle, Retail Label | $299 | Niche |
| 111 | Le Labo | Mousse de Chene 30 - Amsterdam City Exclusive | 50mL | 99% Full | Sprayed Once to Test / Brand New; No Box | $259 | Niche |
| 112 | Le Labo | Oud 27 | 50mL | 99% Full | Full presentation with Box | $169 | Niche |
| 113 | Le Labo | Santal 33 | 50mL | 100% Full | Full Bottle, Retail Label | $135 | Niche |
| 114 | Liquides Imaginaires | Bloody Wood | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box, No Cap | $85 | Niche |
| 115 | Liquides Imaginaires | Desert Sauve | 100mL | 99% Full | Tester; No Box, No Cap | $85 | Niche |
| 116 | Liquides Imaginaires | Fleur de Sable | 100mL | 99% Full | Tester; No Box, No Cap | $85 | Niche |
| 117 | Liquides Imaginaires | Fleuve Tendre | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box, No Cap | $85 | Niche |
| 118 | Liquides Imaginaires | Sancti | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box, No Cap | $85 | Niche |
| 119 | Loewe | 7 EdT | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $90 | Niche |
| 120 | Loewe | Aire Anthesis | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $100 | Niche |
| 121 | Loewe | Esencia EdP | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $120 | Niche |
| 122 | Loewe | Esencia Elixir | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $200 | Niche |
| 123 | Loewe | Man 001 EdP | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $120 | Niche |
| 124 | Louis Vuitton | Contre Moi | 100mL | 99% Full | Tester (Bottle may show some damage, Cap has no paint/is peeling) | $385 | Niche |
| 125 | Louis Vuitton | Sun Song | 100mL | 98% Full | Tester (Bottle is scratched, may have an engraving, and Cap has no paint/is peeling) | $425 | Niche |
| 126 | Louis Vuitton | Sun Song | 200mL | 98% Full | Dummy Bottle, filled with real juice. I don't think it's refillable. | $750 | Niche |
| 127 | Maison Crivelli | Bois Datchai | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $169 | Niche |
| 128 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | 724 | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $355 | Niche |
| 129 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | 724 | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $165 | Niche |
| 130 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | A la Rose | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $315 | Niche |
| 131 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Amyris Femme EdP | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $150 | Niche |
| 132 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Amyris Femme Extrait | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $160 | Niche |
| 133 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Amyris Homme EdT | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $160 | Niche |
| 134 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Celestia | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $135 | Niche |
| 135 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Celestia Cologne Forte | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $145 | Niche |
| 136 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Celestia Forte | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $160 | Niche |
| 137 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Universalis | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $135 | Niche |
| 138 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Universalis Cologne Forte | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $125 | Niche |
| 139 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Universalis Cologne Forte | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $225 | Niche |
| 140 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Universalis Cologne Forte | 35mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $90 | Niche |
| 141 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Universalis Forte | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $160 | Niche |
| 142 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Vitae | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $215 | Niche |
| 143 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Vitae | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $135 | Niche |
| 144 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Vitae Cologne Forte | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $125 | Niche |
| 145 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Vitae Cologne Forte | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $215 | Niche |
| 146 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Vitae Forte | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $160 | Niche |
| 147 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Aqua Vitae Forte | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $160 | Niche |
| 148 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Baccarat Rouge 540 EdP | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $209 | Niche |
| 149 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Baccarat Rouge 540 EdP | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $399 | Niche |
| 150 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Feminine Pluriel | 200mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $335 | Niche |
| 151 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Feminine Pluriel Special Edition Extrait | 70mL | 100% Full | Full Presentation With Mirror Display | $499 | Niche |
| 152 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Gentle Fluidity Gold | 200mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $365 | Niche |
| 153 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Gentle Fluidity Gold | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $165 | Niche |
| 154 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | L'eau a La Rose | 35mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $90 | Niche |
| 155 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | L'Homme a la Rose | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $165 | Niche |
| 156 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Masculin Pluriel | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $165 | Niche |
| 157 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Oud EdP | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $170 | Niche |
| 158 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Oud Extrait | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $190 | Niche |
| 159 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Oud Silk Mood EdP | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $170 | Niche |
| 160 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Oud Silk Mood Extrait | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $190 | Niche |
| 161 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Petit Matin | 70mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $145 | Niche |
| 162 | Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Petit Matin | 35mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $80 | Niche |
| 163 | Maison Lancome | Orange Bigarades | 100mL | 100% Full | Full presentation with Box | $229 | Niche |
| 164 | Mark Birley | Charles Street | 75mL | 97% Full | Travel Version | $90 | Niche |
| 165 | Memo Paris | French Leather | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $115 | Niche |
| 166 | Memo Paris | Italian Leather | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $115 | Niche |
| 167 | Memo Paris | Lailabella | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $115 | Niche |
| 168 | Memo Paris | Marfa | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $115 | Niche |
| 169 | Memo Paris | Moon Fever | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $115 | Niche |
| 170 | Memo Paris | Oriental Leather | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box or Cap) | $115 | Niche |
| 171 | Mind Games | As-Suli's Diamond | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $249 | Niche |
| 172 | Mind Games | Gardez | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $249 | Niche |
| 173 | Mind Games | Vieri | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $249 | Niche |
| 174 | Mizensir | Bois de Mysore | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $155 | Niche |
| 175 | Mizensir | Cologne de Matte | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $155 | Niche |
| 176 | Mizensir | Ideal Oud | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $155 | Niche |
| 177 | Mizensir | Rose Exaltante | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $155 | Niche |
| 178 | Mizensir | Tonic Water | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $155 | Niche |
| 179 | Mizensir | Vert Empire | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $155 | Niche |
| 180 | Oh Mon Dieu! | L'objet | 100mL | 100% Full | Full presentation with Box | $125 | Niche |
| 181 | Oliver and Co. | M.O.U.S.S.E. | 50mL | 99% Full | Limited Edition 87/133 | $110 | Niche |
| 182 | Parfums de Marley | Haltane | 125mL | 100% Full | BNIB, Sealed | $165 | Niche |
| 183 | Parfums de Marley | Layton | 125mL | 100% Full | BNIB, Sealed | $199 | Niche |
| 184 | Parfums de Marley | Valaya | 75mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap (No Box) | $175 | Niche |
| 185 | Penhaligon's | Elixir | 100mL | 90% Full | No Box | $250 | Niche |
| 186 | Penhaligon's | Petra | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $200 | Niche |
| 187 | Penhaligon's | Cairo | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $220 | Niche |
| 188 | Pomare's Stolen Perfume | Angel's Share | 9mL | 70% Full | No Box | $40 | Niche |
| 189 | Precious Liquid | Iced Juniper | 75mL | 95% Full | Full presentation with Box (Limited Edition) | $135 | Niche |
| 190 | Roja Dove | Creation-E Essence de Parfum | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $165 | Niche |
| 191 | Roja Dove | Danger Pour Femme | 50mL | 100% Full | 99% Full with Box | $275 | Niche |
| 192 | Roja Dove | Elixir | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $175 | Niche |
| 193 | Roja Dove | Elixir Essence Pour Femme | 100mL | 100% Full | No Box | $175 | Niche |
| 194 | Roja Dove | Qatar | 50mL | 99% Full | Full Presentation | $339 | Niche |
| 195 | Roja Dove | Scandal Essence de Parfum | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $165 | Niche |
| 196 | Roja Dove | United Arab Emirates (UAE) | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $300 | Niche |
| 197 | Roman Monegal | L'eau de Rose | 50mL | 97% Full | $70 | Niche | |
| 198 | Santa Maria Novella | Sandalo | 100mL | 95% Full | No Box | $80 | Niche |
| 199 | Sospiro | Deep Amber Ocean | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, No Box | $170 | Niche |
| 200 | Sospiro | Deep Amber Ocean | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $180 | Niche |
| 201 | Sospiro | Vibrato | 100mL | 100% Full | BNIB, Sealed | $265 | Niche |
| 202 | Spirit of Dubai | Bahar | 50mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap and Travel Case | $175 | Niche |
| 203 | Spirit of Dubai | Rimal | 50mL | 100% Full | Tester with Cap and Travel Case | $175 | Niche |
| 204 | Tiziana Terenzi | Attar Cas | 13mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $225 | Niche |
| 205 | Tiziana Terenzi | Chiron | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $165 | Niche |
| 206 | Tiziana Terenzi | Draconis | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $135 | Niche |
| 207 | Tom Ford | Azure Lime - A71 | 50mL | 99% Full | Original Formula | $349 | Niche |
| 208 | Tom Ford | Beau de Jour | 1000mL | 100% Full | Sealed Dramming Bottle | $700 | Niche |
| 209 | Tom Ford | Ebene Fume | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $165 | Niche |
| 210 | Tom Ford | Fleur de Portofino | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $135 | Niche |
| 211 | Tom Ford | Fougere Platine | 1000mL | 100% Full | Sealed Dramming Bottle | $700 | Niche |
| 212 | Tom Ford | Neroli Portofino | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $140 | Niche |
| 213 | Tom Ford | Noir de Noir | 100mL | 100% Full | BNIB, Sealed | $185 | Niche |
| 214 | Tom Ford | Plum Japonais | 50mL | 100% Full | Decant (No Box) | $215 | Niche |
| 215 | Tom Ford | Rive Ambre - A63 | 50mL | 99% Full | Original Formula | $225 | Niche |
| 216 | Tom Ford | Rose de Amalfi | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $135 | Niche |
| 217 | Tom Ford | Santal Blush | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $140 | Niche |
| 218 | Tom Ford | Soleil Neige | 1000mL | 100% Full | Sealed Dramming Bottle | $700 | Niche |
| 219 | Tom Ford | Tobacco Vanille | 100mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $245 | Niche |
| 220 | Tom Ford | Tubereuse Nue | 50mL | 100% Full | BNIB, Sealed | $125 | Niche |
| 221 | Tom Ford | Vanille Fatale | 50mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $180 | Niche |
| 222 | Tom Ford | White Suede | 1000mL | 100% Full | Sealed Dramming Bottle | $700 | Niche |
| 223 | Washington Tremlett | Black Tie | 100mL | 95% Full | $125 | Niche | |
| 224 | Widian | II Black | 50mL | 99% Full | Tester (No Box) | $149 | Niche |
| 225 | Yves Saint Laurent | Babycat | 125mL | 100% Full | Brand New, Sealed | $300 | Niche |
| 226 | Acqua di Parma | Magnolia Nobile | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $95 | Designer |
| 227 | Brunello Cucinelli | Pour Homme | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester (No Box) | $90 | Designer |
| 228 | Caron | Pour un Homme de Caron Le Matin | 125mL | 100% Full | Opened to test, sprayed once | $69 | Designer |
| 229 | Caron | Pour un Homme de Caron Le Soir | 125mL | 100% Full | Opened to test, sprayed once | $69 | Designer |
| 230 | Caron | Pour Un Homme Impact Parfum | 75mL | 97% Full | No Box | $175 | Designer |
| 231 | Chanel | Allure Pour Femme EdT | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $65 | Designer |
| 232 | Chanel | Bleu de Chanel - Aftershave Balm | 100mL | 99% Full | No Box, Minor Cosmetic Damage | $55 | Designer |
| 233 | Chanel | Bleu de Chanel - Aftershave Lotion | 100mL | 99% Full | No Box, Minor Cosmetic Damage | $55 | Designer |
| 234 | Chanel | Coco EdP | 100mL | 100% Full | Tester; No Box | $85 | Designer |
| 235 | Chanel | Coco Mademoiselle - Moisturizing Body Lotion | 200mL | 99% Full | No Box | $55 | Designer |
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2024.05.21 22:42 TransitionCreative12 I am the common denominator
I created this account, to vent some of my frustration. I won't be commenting, looking, or editing it after I post. No, I'm not a bot, but sometimes I wish I was.
One of my best friend tried to kill himself, he left a farewell message which wasn't supposed to be interpretted as that, but I understood. I called every hospital in the area looking for his name, until I found one. When I went to visit him, I wasn't sure if I'd be finding him dead or alive. I worked up the courage to walk into the room, and found that he was surprised to see me. With so much frustration and anger in my mind, I just started yelling at him, wondering what the fuck he was thinking and why he didn't just call me. He couldn't answer, but a tear rolled down his cheek and my anger subsided and turned into grief, depression, then sorry. I asked him, why and he said told me I knew why. He struggled with major depression for years, like me. I tried my best to be a friend and help him out of that hole, but nothing I did would help. I thought maybe if I put my depression to the side and helped him with his I'd find a way of curing my own. I was never overt with any of the actions, I lent out a helping hand when neeeded and hung out with him when he was down. We've both had terrible traumas— his from neglect and financial issues, and mine from abuse and bullying, but I thought because we both suffered we would be able suffer together. I visitied him when his family was there as I was the nuclear detterent. I watched his mother and brother hurl insults at eachother while I tried to lighten the mood, the brother cared for him, the mother didn't. It seemed like she was there, just to say she showed up. I've known her for a while, she's callous, she always has a couple boyfriends on her side, but she never tries to keep them around. When the brother and the mother were around the entire room was filled with a negative aura and you can feel it, it was never pleasant and when I left tensions only raised. I visited him when work allowed me to, but after he was transferred to the psych ward, my schedule didn't fit in with any of the visitation hours so I never could. When he left the psych ward, what followed were days of him visiting my workplace during my lunch hours telling me that he would attempt it again, "it could happen any day now." My words seemed so hollow and breathless as I tried to sounding them out. I questioned myself, "What could I say? What could I do? Why is he telling me this?" This happened almost everyday for a couple of months, he would visit me and utter the same words. One day, I asked him, "How do you want me to respond to this" and to his non-challant reply was, "I don't know take it as you well." He was always forgetful, so I hoped he would forget about me too. Some nights we would get boba and he would tell me I was part of the reason he did it. I didn't know how to respond and I still don't. What did I do? I was completely and utterly drained of any emotions, sadness, depression, anger, grief. He was a boa constrictor wrapping it's body around mine smothering me to death. Nothing mattered to me, and so one day, I left without saying a word. He is still alive and hasn't tried anything since then, to which I am thankful. But I never answered his texts or calls. In this rough patch, I started unravelling because everything around me was unfolding.
I was still talking to the above friend, during this time when I got a call from my brother, "She's in the ER because she OD'D. Can you bring some blankets?" He was completely devoid of any urgency or emotion, I understand he doesn't handle them very well, but the calmness of voice only irritated me and made my bite my tongue til I bled. My mind was blank as I sped down the highway at 100mph. I remember the flickering lights as I paced through the hallway, a nurse recognized me from my personal life, but I brushed her off saying that I didn't know her as she was part of our church. Our family is conservative and if this got out, then all eyes would be on us with looks of disappointment and shame. I couldn't tell anyone. I hesitated, a roller coaster of emotions overwhelmed me as I grew closer and closer to the room. The same ones that had enveloped me with my best friend, but this one was brought on by so much shame. "How didn't I see this coming? What sort of brother am I, that I can't protect my only sister? Please... Please... Please.. don't be dead." I stopped in the hallway, where my brother stood and he just said he was getting a sandwhich. I watched him go as he walked away, not an ounce of grief, but after I saw him I noticed there was confusion and sadness in his face, but his words remained neutral as if he were trying to keep it together. I approached the door and hesitated right before going in, rubbing tears that were running down my face and collecting myself the best way I could. I saw her lying there, so helpless, barely alive, and struggling to breathe. My stomach sunk, my heart dropped, and my lungs collapsed. No physical pain, no abuse I had suffered, no moment would have prepared me for this, but as I looked at her she looked at me. I walked over and remarked, "This is because I didn't kill the spider, isn't it?" She laughed in pain the best she could, and my Dad added into and gave me a small slap on the head laughng as well. I saw her arms and saw the cuts and how deep they were. The heart monitor started fading and transforming into ringing within my ears. I sat down and talked to my Mom and Dad to see what we needed. They asked for blankets, which I forgot, and something to eat. I told them to go home as I'd just stay here to watch over her. They both said no at first, but my Dad reluctantly agreed after realizing there was no one to watch his business the next day. I nearly lost my mind. Your daughter is laying here in the ER, and you still need someone to watch the business? I volunteered to do it, but I stayed in the hospital until the I had to leave as I watch the seconds turn into minutes, the minutes to hours. The clock has never moved that slow before, I felt like I was frozen in every moment. It was only after I had learned she was raped three times. My blood boiled, my face turned hot, as I was heading to my car demanding who did it. He'd done this mutliple times. throughout the year, and I had no idea. I reached a point where I stormed out of my house, but my brother asked me where I was going. I told him that I was going to find him, and beat the living shit out of them. He stopped me and told me, that that's why she didn't tell me. I didn't understand it it all, why he wasn't hopping into the car with me to this mother fuckers house after knowing all of this. He didn't want me to know because I'd go over to the hospital demanding her and asking her who did it. He was right. I calmed down, but if he wasn't there I would have found the fucker and I would have beaten the living shit out of them. I told my best friend what happened, and he tried to keep me calm and tried to get my mind off of things. We went to a friends birthday party and I could still hear the heart monitor ringing as I watched everyone have fun, eat, and party over this friends birthday. I felt like an extra, just playing the part of someone who's there to be there. I laughed and made jokes, but this hole in my chest kept getting wider and wouldn't close. I hadn't slept in three days, and the pain was like I was being eaten alive without being able to scream in agony. When we returned to the hospital, she was moved to a different facility, because she wasn't needed in the ER any longer. The nurses asked me to leave as they said that visiting hours were over, but they fell upon empty ears. I wasn't moving. I stayed there all night, and woke up the next morning. I don't remember falling asleep, I just blacked out at one point. I could tell you that when I woke up, all I saw where white walls, white floors, and white sheets. The typical hospital smell that filled the air with ammonia as it burned through my lungs. The heart monitor started to lose it's preptual ring and began to sound normal again. None of these details are important, but I remember them so well as if I'm living that moment right now. This was my second close call. She was home within the next week, but this trauma made our family a lot closer— but, there's a new edition to the family in the shape of an elephant, he doesn't speak to us and we don't speak to him, but he's always there. I haven't been able to look at her the same way, because I'm not sure what will set her off, and the scars on her arms still make me sick to the stomach.
My second best friend was tearing at the seams while all this was happening and I was trying to get his life back together, but something just wasn't clicking with him. I saw him descend into an abyss that I couldn't pull him out of, he started stalking his ex, binge drinking at work, in public, etc. , doing more and more drugs. I went to his rented out room where the landlord would help him do his laundry, cook for him, allow him to have pets even though she was against it. She was kind to him, and I had hoped that might have had some affect on his mental state, but he couldn't get out of his head. He nose dived and I tried to bring him back up, but I couldn't so I gave up. I was emotionally and physically exhausted from everything, in a puddle of a quicksand trying to get out, the more I resisted the further it pulled me down. I was in a boxing match with hit after hit after hit, I just couldn't stand it anymore, but this man gave me a family when mine abused me, he gave me a home when I didn't want to go back to mine, he allowed me to express myself and be free when I was in a position where everyone wanted to chain me, he became a friend when I needed one the most. I pleaded with my group to look after him a little bit more, we could take shifts, but no one cared or wanted to listen. "You can't help someone who can't help themselves." After his nose dive, I told him I couldn't do this anymore and I'd rather kill myself to watch him destroy himself, so I stopped speaking to him— after all, you can't help someone who can't help himself. I removed myself from the group and started working on myself. It had been a year since we last talked, he wrote one story on Instagram that caught my attention, "Maybe everyone was right about me." By this time, I had finally collected myself, I was in a good place, and I had every intention of talking with him again and helping him get back on track if I could, whether it be reaching out or just treating him like a person as if it were a typical Tuesday. As I was typing in the words, I stopped myself and said I needed a little bit more time. I was in the midst of a massive project at work that needed to be completed in two days. The next day, I got a text from one of the mutal friends in the group I had left, "He's dead. They found his body in his room." I stared at the phone for a few seconds. My mind blank. I just put my phone down and kept working.
I haven't talked to a therapist about any of this, but I have mentioned it. None of them seem interested in exploring it so it must not be that important, but I feel the need to get this burden off my chest. These three events happened concurrently, and after the dusk settled, I looked closer into all of the close relationships I had, and how many of my closest friends had ended up hurting themselves in a way to "heal." Nearly all of them. They would vent their struggles to me, and I always became an ear because people just need to be heard. Maybe they had problems before I met them, maybe they didn't. I'm probably stretching my own importance in their lives, but the nagging tick that bothers me is that I feel like I am the common denominator.
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One of my best friend tried to kill himself, he left a farewell message which wasn't supposed to be interpretted as that, but I understood. I called every hospital in the area looking for his name, until I found one. When I went to visit him, I wasn't sure if I'd be finding him dead or alive. I worked up the courage to walk into the room, and found that he was surprised to see me. With so much frustration and anger in my mind, I just started yelling at him, wondering what the fuck he was thinking and why he didn't just call me. He couldn't answer, but a tear rolled down his cheek and my anger subsided and turned into grief, depression, then sorry. I asked him, why and he said told me I knew why. He struggled with major depression for years, like me. I tried my best to be a friend and help him out of that hole, but nothing I did would help. I thought maybe if I put my depression to the side and helped him with his I'd find a way of curing my own. I was never overt with any of the actions, I lent out a helping hand when neeeded and hung out with him when he was down. We've both had terrible traumas— his from neglect and financial issues, and mine from abuse and bullying, but I thought because we both suffered we would be able suffer together. I visitied him when his family was there as I was the nuclear detterent. I watched his mother and brother hurl insults at eachother while I tried to lighten the mood, the brother cared for him, the mother didn't. It seemed like she was there, just to say she showed up. I've known her for a while, she's callous, she always has a couple boyfriends on her side, but she never tries to keep them around. When the brother and the mother were around the entire room was filled with a negative aura and you can feel it, it was never pleasant and when I left tensions only raised. I visited him when work allowed me to, but after he was transferred to the psych ward, my schedule didn't fit in with any of the visitation hours so I never could. When he left the psych ward, what followed were days of him visiting my workplace during my lunch hours telling me that he would attempt it again, "it could happen any day now." My words seemed so hollow and breathless as I tried to sounding them out. I questioned myself, "What could I say? What could I do? Why is he telling me this?" This happened almost everyday for a couple of months, he would visit me and utter the same words. One day, I asked him, "How do you want me to respond to this" and to his non-challant reply was, "I don't know take it as you well." He was always forgetful, so I hoped he would forget about me too. Some nights we would get boba and he would tell me I was part of the reason he did it. I didn't know how to respond and I still don't. What did I do? I was completely and utterly drained of any emotions, sadness, depression, anger, grief. He was a boa constrictor wrapping it's body around mine smothering me to death. Nothing mattered to me, and so one day, I left without saying a word. He is still alive and hasn't tried anything since then, to which I am thankful. But I never answered his texts or calls. In this rough patch, I started unravelling because everything around me was unfolding.
I was still talking to the above friend, during this time when I got a call from my brother, "She's in the ER because she OD'D. Can you bring some blankets?" He was completely devoid of any urgency or emotion, I understand he doesn't handle them very well, but the calmness of voice only irritated me and made my bite my tongue til I bled. My mind was blank as I sped down the highway at 100mph. I remember the flickering lights as I paced through the hallway, a nurse recognized me from my personal life, but I brushed her off saying that I didn't know her as she was part of our church. Our family is conservative and if this got out, then all eyes would be on us with looks of disappointment and shame. I couldn't tell anyone. I hesitated, a roller coaster of emotions overwhelmed me as I grew closer and closer to the room. The same ones that had enveloped me with my best friend, but this one was brought on by so much shame. "How didn't I see this coming? What sort of brother am I, that I can't protect my only sister? Please... Please... Please.. don't be dead." I stopped in the hallway, where my brother stood and he just said he was getting a sandwhich. I watched him go as he walked away, not an ounce of grief, but after I saw him I noticed there was confusion and sadness in his face, but his words remained neutral as if he were trying to keep it together. I approached the door and hesitated right before going in, rubbing tears that were running down my face and collecting myself the best way I could. I saw her lying there, so helpless, barely alive, and struggling to breathe. My stomach sunk, my heart dropped, and my lungs collapsed. No physical pain, no abuse I had suffered, no moment would have prepared me for this, but as I looked at her she looked at me. I walked over and remarked, "This is because I didn't kill the spider, isn't it?" She laughed in pain the best she could, and my Dad added into and gave me a small slap on the head laughng as well. I saw her arms and saw the cuts and how deep they were. The heart monitor started fading and transforming into ringing within my ears. I sat down and talked to my Mom and Dad to see what we needed. They asked for blankets, which I forgot, and something to eat. I told them to go home as I'd just stay here to watch over her. They both said no at first, but my Dad reluctantly agreed after realizing there was no one to watch his business the next day. I nearly lost my mind. Your daughter is laying here in the ER, and you still need someone to watch the business? I volunteered to do it, but I stayed in the hospital until the I had to leave as I watch the seconds turn into minutes, the minutes to hours. The clock has never moved that slow before, I felt like I was frozen in every moment. It was only after I had learned she was raped three times. My blood boiled, my face turned hot, as I was heading to my car demanding who did it. He'd done this mutliple times. throughout the year, and I had no idea. I reached a point where I stormed out of my house, but my brother asked me where I was going. I told him that I was going to find him, and beat the living shit out of them. He stopped me and told me, that that's why she didn't tell me. I didn't understand it it all, why he wasn't hopping into the car with me to this mother fuckers house after knowing all of this. He didn't want me to know because I'd go over to the hospital demanding her and asking her who did it. He was right. I calmed down, but if he wasn't there I would have found the fucker and I would have beaten the living shit out of them. I told my best friend what happened, and he tried to keep me calm and tried to get my mind off of things. We went to a friends birthday party and I could still hear the heart monitor ringing as I watched everyone have fun, eat, and party over this friends birthday. I felt like an extra, just playing the part of someone who's there to be there. I laughed and made jokes, but this hole in my chest kept getting wider and wouldn't close. I hadn't slept in three days, and the pain was like I was being eaten alive without being able to scream in agony. When we returned to the hospital, she was moved to a different facility, because she wasn't needed in the ER any longer. The nurses asked me to leave as they said that visiting hours were over, but they fell upon empty ears. I wasn't moving. I stayed there all night, and woke up the next morning. I don't remember falling asleep, I just blacked out at one point. I could tell you that when I woke up, all I saw where white walls, white floors, and white sheets. The typical hospital smell that filled the air with ammonia as it burned through my lungs. The heart monitor started to lose it's preptual ring and began to sound normal again. None of these details are important, but I remember them so well as if I'm living that moment right now. This was my second close call. She was home within the next week, but this trauma made our family a lot closer— but, there's a new edition to the family in the shape of an elephant, he doesn't speak to us and we don't speak to him, but he's always there. I haven't been able to look at her the same way, because I'm not sure what will set her off, and the scars on her arms still make me sick to the stomach.
My second best friend was tearing at the seams while all this was happening and I was trying to get his life back together, but something just wasn't clicking with him. I saw him descend into an abyss that I couldn't pull him out of, he started stalking his ex, binge drinking at work, in public, etc. , doing more and more drugs. I went to his rented out room where the landlord would help him do his laundry, cook for him, allow him to have pets even though she was against it. She was kind to him, and I had hoped that might have had some affect on his mental state, but he couldn't get out of his head. He nose dived and I tried to bring him back up, but I couldn't so I gave up. I was emotionally and physically exhausted from everything, in a puddle of a quicksand trying to get out, the more I resisted the further it pulled me down. I was in a boxing match with hit after hit after hit, I just couldn't stand it anymore, but this man gave me a family when mine abused me, he gave me a home when I didn't want to go back to mine, he allowed me to express myself and be free when I was in a position where everyone wanted to chain me, he became a friend when I needed one the most. I pleaded with my group to look after him a little bit more, we could take shifts, but no one cared or wanted to listen. "You can't help someone who can't help themselves." After his nose dive, I told him I couldn't do this anymore and I'd rather kill myself to watch him destroy himself, so I stopped speaking to him— after all, you can't help someone who can't help himself. I removed myself from the group and started working on myself. It had been a year since we last talked, he wrote one story on Instagram that caught my attention, "Maybe everyone was right about me." By this time, I had finally collected myself, I was in a good place, and I had every intention of talking with him again and helping him get back on track if I could, whether it be reaching out or just treating him like a person as if it were a typical Tuesday. As I was typing in the words, I stopped myself and said I needed a little bit more time. I was in the midst of a massive project at work that needed to be completed in two days. The next day, I got a text from one of the mutal friends in the group I had left, "He's dead. They found his body in his room." I stared at the phone for a few seconds. My mind blank. I just put my phone down and kept working.
I haven't talked to a therapist about any of this, but I have mentioned it. None of them seem interested in exploring it so it must not be that important, but I feel the need to get this burden off my chest. These three events happened concurrently, and after the dusk settled, I looked closer into all of the close relationships I had, and how many of my closest friends had ended up hurting themselves in a way to "heal." Nearly all of them. They would vent their struggles to me, and I always became an ear because people just need to be heard. Maybe they had problems before I met them, maybe they didn't. I'm probably stretching my own importance in their lives, but the nagging tick that bothers me is that I feel like I am the common denominator.
2024.05.21 22:40 Far-War-3804 B01-B34 THE UNITED STATES NAVY JUDGE ADVOCATES GENERAL'S CORPS, MILITARY TRIBUNALS CASES FILLED BY THE OFFICE OF MILITARY COMMISSIONS. These are some of the CASES against COURUPTED SUPREME JUDGES.
2024.05.21 22:40 choppyfireballs DCMWSP650y2 -- FlexVolt Self Propelled Mower Initial Thoughts / Mini Review.
Intro: As I alluded to over the weekend, I ordered & got in my FV SP mower, though I got it a day early, and decided to mow the lawn yesterday to test it out. I'm coming from the non self propelled version of the Gen 2 mower, which was a bit anemic, but got the job done for 3.5 seasons. My caveats here are that I haven't used a gas mower in 20 years, and I've never used a self propelled mower in my life, so I have nothing to compapre against here.
Mowinig Performance:
Overall the mower is really powerful, I mowed most of the lawn bagging, some of it side discharging and some of it mulching. The bagging performance was really good, compared to the Gen 2 mower. It was consistently filling the bag to around 90% full whereas the gen2 was filling it to about 20 or 30% which was annoying. This allowed me to mow almost the hole lawn bagging, which I never realistically would have done on my gen2. The mulching performance was pretty good as well. Sure it left clippings on the lawn, however the grass was wet, and the patch I set up last week to test this by not mowing it was almost 8 inches tall. So this was a bit of a torture test. The mower didn't bog down, nor did it seem really to care that I was asking it to chew through a bunch of stuff. I was even able to cold start the mower while it was in the grass, something I wouldn't have been able to do with my gen 2. The rear - side discharge capability was okay it didn't seem to clog as much as the gen2's side discharge would. The clippings were consistently spread across the lawn, and wasn't patchy as it was coming out.
Consistently filled about 90% of the bag before needing emptying.
Some of this was side discharged, and it was spread well enough that you can't even tell.
The mulching patch I used as a stress test. Almost all of this was 4/5 load with some dips to 5 but no bogging down.
Runtime & discharge:
Overall I would say that while I'm not impressed by the runtime, I'm not disappointed, which is really what matters. I went through one worn and two relatively new DCB609s and one full dcb612 which is roughly the same amount of power -- about is 20v equivalent 36 AH, or 12 AH at 60v accounting for battery wear on my older batteries -- as I would have gone through on my Gen2. The difference is that it went through them faster. This mow would have taken me about 2 and a half hours to do with the gen 2 because I would have had to go over the back yard twice. It's really thick and in need of dethatching, plus I noticed halfway through the mow that I wasn't mowing at the same level as I usually do because I misread the height gauge. All in all I went through all of that battery in about 1 hour 40 while mowing wet grass at a lower setting than my gen2 would have been able to do, so overall it's okay. Only subsequennt mows where I'm not trying to torture the mower will really tell. But I'll happily trade additional battery burn for saving an hour in these circumstances.
Unlike the gen 2 though, when the mower cuts out due to the battery, it's not going again. My batteries still ran the string trimmer after the mower refused to use them anymore, so I think the mower just refuses to run when the voltage coming from the battery gets too low. Both of my DCB609s stopped powering the mower with what I guess to be about 10% remaining. Just a thing I noticed. This mower is asking a lot out of its batteries and overall I'm pretty happy how it used them. The batteries weren't even warm when I took them out and that's with the mower operating at over the 3/5's load bar almost the entire time.
Ease of use:
There are some things that I noticed remain true from Project For Alls review of the 20v mower. (Go check it out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h\_dU8CoTXDw&t=5s) I did agree that the thumb paddles were slightly awkward, though nothing I'm sure I can't get used to. They're very light action so I'm sure part of it was pushing more firmly on them than I needed to. I can't see how they'd be worse than EGO's SP buttons, they seem like they'd be about the same to me, it really didn't take much effort to depress them. I did also experience the thing he did as well where the drive wheels take a second to disengage so it's hard to back it up, however it's less than half a second on my mower so I'm sure some of that is just me needing to get used to using it. I wouldn't categorize this as a real complaint from my side, just a thing I noted. The main complaint I have about the mower is that it's very readr heavy to the front can bounce a bit more than you'd otherwise like, even more than the gen2. This also has a fun side effect of making the mower very wheelie happy, which is just another thing to get used to, again not really a problem, you just don't want to be pushing downward on the bar when you engage the self drive. One random thing to note, my power button has a cracked plastic retaining latch so if I push to the side, it won't properly reset, I'll probably just fix it I don't think that requires a fully warranty service. I'll probably just 3d print something. It's honestly probably a shipping defect because of how the mower is packaged things could it that area. Am I disappointed, yes, do I _really_ care. No. It's not worth a whole new mowever over a button that still ultimately works. I might tweet them just to let them know, but it's honestly no big deal.
I'm actually not sure if it will fit a 615, however if anyone has one, and can measure the tip of the terminal to the back of the battery I can probably check when I get back home tomorrow. The battery doesn't sit all the way in, so i think the far side of the terminal to the back of the battery is the measurement I need and I didn't see that online.
You can absolutely stow a spare battery with you so that you don't have to go to the garage to get another one. :p
https://preview.redd.it/3yh8fasqbu1d1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=48c2a4ad24942a9be25654f23eaf2b3893882bbf
https://preview.redd.it/bdy0swupbu1d1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=df9ea36d9c993d4c8fdf219071b72182eca42b48
https://preview.redd.it/w3wartjpbu1d1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e923f7acbd6e13b44e39da89f3419848bfa70d58
https://preview.redd.it/0ikxavapbu1d1.jpg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f1fb7bd6cfb0e17d425e9969c17db6487ed87958
TL;DR:
The mower has oodles and oodles of power, if you have ever used the full FlexVolt 60v Circular saw, it's that feeling that I'm talking about. It just doesn't care about load. It takes a lot to bog this mower down. Is it an EGO? No. Is it class leading? I'm not sure. It is however a good fit for me because I have FV batteries already from my woodworking tools. So overall I'm happy with this. I would recommend this mower for anyone with a bunch of FV like I do. (I have about 21AH at 60v worth of FV batteries) I'm happy with it, and it saved me about an hour of mowing overmy gen 2. As I said in the intro, I've not used a gas mower, nor ever used a self propelled so I don't have anything to compare this to. What I can say is my lawn is really thick so I was able to validate that this mower has "get up and go" power, and I overall liked the self propel functionality, and that's all that really matters right? It doesn't have to be the literal best to be good. I enjoyed using it, it saved me time, and that's what mattered. I'm happy with it and would recommend it.
Edit: Reddit claimed my first post never posted, and was consistently giving me issues with the post. (I then found out through notifications it went up.) I have deleted the original, sorry for any of you that are seeing a duplicate of this. This one is newer and more thorough, so I'm leaving this one up. I deleted the original.
submitted by choppyfireballs to Dewalt [link] [comments]
Mowinig Performance:
Overall the mower is really powerful, I mowed most of the lawn bagging, some of it side discharging and some of it mulching. The bagging performance was really good, compared to the Gen 2 mower. It was consistently filling the bag to around 90% full whereas the gen2 was filling it to about 20 or 30% which was annoying. This allowed me to mow almost the hole lawn bagging, which I never realistically would have done on my gen2. The mulching performance was pretty good as well. Sure it left clippings on the lawn, however the grass was wet, and the patch I set up last week to test this by not mowing it was almost 8 inches tall. So this was a bit of a torture test. The mower didn't bog down, nor did it seem really to care that I was asking it to chew through a bunch of stuff. I was even able to cold start the mower while it was in the grass, something I wouldn't have been able to do with my gen 2. The rear - side discharge capability was okay it didn't seem to clog as much as the gen2's side discharge would. The clippings were consistently spread across the lawn, and wasn't patchy as it was coming out.
Consistently filled about 90% of the bag before needing emptying.
Some of this was side discharged, and it was spread well enough that you can't even tell.
The mulching patch I used as a stress test. Almost all of this was 4/5 load with some dips to 5 but no bogging down.
Runtime & discharge:
Overall I would say that while I'm not impressed by the runtime, I'm not disappointed, which is really what matters. I went through one worn and two relatively new DCB609s and one full dcb612 which is roughly the same amount of power -- about is 20v equivalent 36 AH, or 12 AH at 60v accounting for battery wear on my older batteries -- as I would have gone through on my Gen2. The difference is that it went through them faster. This mow would have taken me about 2 and a half hours to do with the gen 2 because I would have had to go over the back yard twice. It's really thick and in need of dethatching, plus I noticed halfway through the mow that I wasn't mowing at the same level as I usually do because I misread the height gauge. All in all I went through all of that battery in about 1 hour 40 while mowing wet grass at a lower setting than my gen2 would have been able to do, so overall it's okay. Only subsequennt mows where I'm not trying to torture the mower will really tell. But I'll happily trade additional battery burn for saving an hour in these circumstances.
Unlike the gen 2 though, when the mower cuts out due to the battery, it's not going again. My batteries still ran the string trimmer after the mower refused to use them anymore, so I think the mower just refuses to run when the voltage coming from the battery gets too low. Both of my DCB609s stopped powering the mower with what I guess to be about 10% remaining. Just a thing I noticed. This mower is asking a lot out of its batteries and overall I'm pretty happy how it used them. The batteries weren't even warm when I took them out and that's with the mower operating at over the 3/5's load bar almost the entire time.
Ease of use:
There are some things that I noticed remain true from Project For Alls review of the 20v mower. (Go check it out on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h\_dU8CoTXDw&t=5s) I did agree that the thumb paddles were slightly awkward, though nothing I'm sure I can't get used to. They're very light action so I'm sure part of it was pushing more firmly on them than I needed to. I can't see how they'd be worse than EGO's SP buttons, they seem like they'd be about the same to me, it really didn't take much effort to depress them. I did also experience the thing he did as well where the drive wheels take a second to disengage so it's hard to back it up, however it's less than half a second on my mower so I'm sure some of that is just me needing to get used to using it. I wouldn't categorize this as a real complaint from my side, just a thing I noted. The main complaint I have about the mower is that it's very readr heavy to the front can bounce a bit more than you'd otherwise like, even more than the gen2. This also has a fun side effect of making the mower very wheelie happy, which is just another thing to get used to, again not really a problem, you just don't want to be pushing downward on the bar when you engage the self drive. One random thing to note, my power button has a cracked plastic retaining latch so if I push to the side, it won't properly reset, I'll probably just fix it I don't think that requires a fully warranty service. I'll probably just 3d print something. It's honestly probably a shipping defect because of how the mower is packaged things could it that area. Am I disappointed, yes, do I _really_ care. No. It's not worth a whole new mowever over a button that still ultimately works. I might tweet them just to let them know, but it's honestly no big deal.
I'm actually not sure if it will fit a 615, however if anyone has one, and can measure the tip of the terminal to the back of the battery I can probably check when I get back home tomorrow. The battery doesn't sit all the way in, so i think the far side of the terminal to the back of the battery is the measurement I need and I didn't see that online.
You can absolutely stow a spare battery with you so that you don't have to go to the garage to get another one. :p
https://preview.redd.it/3yh8fasqbu1d1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=48c2a4ad24942a9be25654f23eaf2b3893882bbf
https://preview.redd.it/bdy0swupbu1d1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=df9ea36d9c993d4c8fdf219071b72182eca42b48
https://preview.redd.it/w3wartjpbu1d1.jpg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e923f7acbd6e13b44e39da89f3419848bfa70d58
https://preview.redd.it/0ikxavapbu1d1.jpg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f1fb7bd6cfb0e17d425e9969c17db6487ed87958
TL;DR:
The mower has oodles and oodles of power, if you have ever used the full FlexVolt 60v Circular saw, it's that feeling that I'm talking about. It just doesn't care about load. It takes a lot to bog this mower down. Is it an EGO? No. Is it class leading? I'm not sure. It is however a good fit for me because I have FV batteries already from my woodworking tools. So overall I'm happy with this. I would recommend this mower for anyone with a bunch of FV like I do. (I have about 21AH at 60v worth of FV batteries) I'm happy with it, and it saved me about an hour of mowing overmy gen 2. As I said in the intro, I've not used a gas mower, nor ever used a self propelled so I don't have anything to compare this to. What I can say is my lawn is really thick so I was able to validate that this mower has "get up and go" power, and I overall liked the self propel functionality, and that's all that really matters right? It doesn't have to be the literal best to be good. I enjoyed using it, it saved me time, and that's what mattered. I'm happy with it and would recommend it.
Edit: Reddit claimed my first post never posted, and was consistently giving me issues with the post. (I then found out through notifications it went up.) I have deleted the original, sorry for any of you that are seeing a duplicate of this. This one is newer and more thorough, so I'm leaving this one up. I deleted the original.
2024.05.21 22:29 philburgo Sunscreens USA vs. European Union
As summer approaches, understanding the effectiveness of sunscreens from different regions can be a valuable guide for travelers. Are there differences between the products, and if so, how can we protect the best from harmful rays? We compared sunscreens in the US and EU, two big and popular summer travel destinations ✈️
Regulatory Differences
Sunscreens vary by country due to differing regulatory standards, consumer preferences, and available ingredients.
US: The FDA classifies sunscreens as over-the-counter medications. This stringent framework limits the number of allowable ingredients. The FDA focuses primarily on UVB filters, which means that a US sunscreen offering "broad protection" might predominantly protect against UVB rays.
EU: Regulation requires sunscreens to provide effective protection against both UVA and UVB rays. Additionally, the EU has streamlined processes for approving new ingredients—significantly faster than in the US. Therefore, EU sunscreens often use more advanced and recent ingredients for UV protection.
The last new UV ingredient approved in the US dates back to 1999. In contrast, EU allows more recent ingredients. Manufacturers can utilize up 26 ingredients (US only 17) and seven chemicals that protect against cancer-causing rays are available in the EU and only three are permitted in the US.
Types of Sunscreens
There are two main types of sunscreen protection: mineral and chemical.
If you're cautious about chemical ingredients, opt for mineral-based sunscreens despite their heavier texture, as they offer superior and safer long-term protection.
Universal Sunscreen Tips
Regardless of where you are, here are essential tips for choosing sunscreen:
Protecting your skin from the sun is key to maintaining both health and beauty. No matter where you travel, the best sunscreen is one you will use consistently. Happy sun-safe adventures!
For a thoughtful holiday present for those who stayed at home, consider bringing back a sunscreen with advanced UVA/UVB filters and the newest cancer protection technology. 🌞🏖️😎
For more detailed information, see the links below:
submitted by philburgo to newfoodsnet [link] [comments]
Regulatory Differences
Sunscreens vary by country due to differing regulatory standards, consumer preferences, and available ingredients.
US: The FDA classifies sunscreens as over-the-counter medications. This stringent framework limits the number of allowable ingredients. The FDA focuses primarily on UVB filters, which means that a US sunscreen offering "broad protection" might predominantly protect against UVB rays.
EU: Regulation requires sunscreens to provide effective protection against both UVA and UVB rays. Additionally, the EU has streamlined processes for approving new ingredients—significantly faster than in the US. Therefore, EU sunscreens often use more advanced and recent ingredients for UV protection.
The last new UV ingredient approved in the US dates back to 1999. In contrast, EU allows more recent ingredients. Manufacturers can utilize up 26 ingredients (US only 17) and seven chemicals that protect against cancer-causing rays are available in the EU and only three are permitted in the US.
Types of Sunscreens
There are two main types of sunscreen protection: mineral and chemical.
- Mineral Sunscreens: Typically contain zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, which act as physical barriers that reflect UV rays. They work immediately and are suitable for sensitive skin but can leave a thick, whitish layer on the skin.
- Chemical Sunscreens: Include ingredients like avobenzone or oxybenzone, which absorb UV rays and convert them into harmless heat. These sunscreens are lighter and less visible on the skin but might contain potentially harmful chemicals still under FDA review.
If you're cautious about chemical ingredients, opt for mineral-based sunscreens despite their heavier texture, as they offer superior and safer long-term protection.
Universal Sunscreen Tips
Regardless of where you are, here are essential tips for choosing sunscreen:
- Broad-Spectrum Protection: Ensure the sunscreen protects against both UVA and UVB rays.
- SPF Level: Choose a sunscreen with at least SPF 30 for adequate protection.
- Mineral-Based Formulas: Preferable if concerned about chemical ingredients or environmental impact.
Protecting your skin from the sun is key to maintaining both health and beauty. No matter where you travel, the best sunscreen is one you will use consistently. Happy sun-safe adventures!
For a thoughtful holiday present for those who stayed at home, consider bringing back a sunscreen with advanced UVA/UVB filters and the newest cancer protection technology. 🌞🏖️😎
For more detailed information, see the links below:
sunscreen #sunscreenquality #skinprotection
2024.05.21 22:27 Brancliff r/CookieRunKingdoms Megathread [Haetae Season]
With the release of beast-yeast episode 3, we're going to be removing weekend level help threads for episodes 1 and 2
The Complete Full AUTO Master Mode Guide by dlmenslon
Sublime Cake Tower walkthrough
submitted by Brancliff to CookieRunKingdoms [link] [comments]
This is the [regularly-scheduled] megathread! Stuff that isn't cool enough to have its own post can go here.
What toppings should you put on [character]? Does [character] fit in this PvP team? Feel free to talk about it here! We only ask that before you ask, you check theCommunity Resources (Please read these before asking a question! Your question may be answered here!)
Cookie Run Kingdom ResourceThe Complete Full AUTO Master Mode Guide by dlmenslon
Sublime Cake Tower walkthrough
Frequently Asked Questions
- Newbie FAQ by DrRoboMagi
- How to Build a Team in Cookie Run Kingdom
- FAQ: Treasures: You're probably using them wrong
- FAQ: Help, I'm stuck on [level]!
- FAQ: Shop - What should I spend my IRL money on?
- FAQ: Crystals. What should I spend my crystals on? Which landmark do I get?
- FAQ: Power, Stats, Topping, that kind of thing
- FAQ: Whats with Devsisters and NFTs?
Search for Friends / Guilds (by server)
(I think this only works on browser):2024.05.21 22:25 illtoaster Help me out on this
Get a call for a 70yo F new onset altered mental status. Show up, she’s on the floor sitting up straight. Hypertensive 160/99. Afib RVR. Confirmed irregular via radial pulse. 100% sats. Not diabetic, gstick 172.
She’s awake, eyes open, I didn’t see it personally the paramedic said she would track you when you talk. Completely limp but, flinches to pain (not every time but sometimes). Made a couple groans just prior to and when being moved. Hx of this happening when her ammonia levels get high. Working dx upon arrival to the ER is liver cirrhosis. I only have some of the story because I showed up POV on scene to relieve the crew.
I had a wee little argument about whether she was AMS or not. A paramedic was saying she’s not AMS, she’s unresponsive, but when she’s not normally like this wouldn’t that make her AMS? Not sure how to mark down her AVPU for GCS either. I said GCS of 10. Anyway, is she’s AMS our protocols call for cardioversion, but since the paramedic decide they weren’t, we just transported.
I want to know where everyone lands on this so let me know what y’all think please. I’m in paramedic school and I’d like to be a half decent paramedic someday. US ems if it matters.
Edit: hx of hepatic encephalopathy and stopped taking her lactulose
submitted by illtoaster to NewToEMS [link] [comments]
She’s awake, eyes open, I didn’t see it personally the paramedic said she would track you when you talk. Completely limp but, flinches to pain (not every time but sometimes). Made a couple groans just prior to and when being moved. Hx of this happening when her ammonia levels get high. Working dx upon arrival to the ER is liver cirrhosis. I only have some of the story because I showed up POV on scene to relieve the crew.
I had a wee little argument about whether she was AMS or not. A paramedic was saying she’s not AMS, she’s unresponsive, but when she’s not normally like this wouldn’t that make her AMS? Not sure how to mark down her AVPU for GCS either. I said GCS of 10. Anyway, is she’s AMS our protocols call for cardioversion, but since the paramedic decide they weren’t, we just transported.
I want to know where everyone lands on this so let me know what y’all think please. I’m in paramedic school and I’d like to be a half decent paramedic someday. US ems if it matters.
Edit: hx of hepatic encephalopathy and stopped taking her lactulose
2024.05.21 22:19 AvacodoCartwheeler A roadmap for getting laid while co-habituating
One thing that stands out to me is that the advice for getting laid while you are either cohabing and/or are going through a divorce is abstinence. It's good advice, to be sure, but in reality works about as well as teaching only abstinence in school - leaves you without the knowledge you need to succeed!
Basically, the steps below are designed to destroy her map of you. She knows what you do, she knows your routine, and women are pretty good at knowing the importance of suddenly different things. You will have to destroy her ability to know what to expect and normalize unpredictability.
1B. Pick a few days each and every week to be out of the house. Don't share what you are doing immediately, make her work for it. She may or may not ask for a while, but she's paying attention. What should you do? Well, I suggest buying some new clothes, try out a few gyms, go for a hike, try out new places to eat by yourself, check out bars and find a few cool ones at different parts of the area you are in, try out a musical instrument lesson, go to car meets, go to biker meets (Harley dealerships have huge bike meets and they cook), play poker, go fishing.... It doesn't matter WHAT you do specifically, just that you ARE actually doing things, and you SHOULD be doing things you would never normally do. Take pictures. You should do this for a minimum of 1 month.
***Why? Well, you don't really know who you are as a single man, and this step is partly to help you figure that out, while shattering her map of 'what you do.' At the same time, you are learning to be less dependent on her for emotional support, simply by slowing down communication with her and creating that distance.
Lastly, I want to say one more time, that I think NOT sleeping around until after your divorce has been signed by a judge is by far the smarter thing to do. What I am describing here is essentially OPSEC for having an affair, but this level of effort is required because while she may be able to get laid without consequence, the system is not 'for you' and she will make sure you get every inch of the justice d*ck without any lube if she finds out you are plowing the younger, hotter, fun version of her.
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Basically, the steps below are designed to destroy her map of you. She knows what you do, she knows your routine, and women are pretty good at knowing the importance of suddenly different things. You will have to destroy her ability to know what to expect and normalize unpredictability.
- Set a pin for your phone!
1B. Pick a few days each and every week to be out of the house. Don't share what you are doing immediately, make her work for it. She may or may not ask for a while, but she's paying attention. What should you do? Well, I suggest buying some new clothes, try out a few gyms, go for a hike, try out new places to eat by yourself, check out bars and find a few cool ones at different parts of the area you are in, try out a musical instrument lesson, go to car meets, go to biker meets (Harley dealerships have huge bike meets and they cook), play poker, go fishing.... It doesn't matter WHAT you do specifically, just that you ARE actually doing things, and you SHOULD be doing things you would never normally do. Take pictures. You should do this for a minimum of 1 month.
***Why? Well, you don't really know who you are as a single man, and this step is partly to help you figure that out, while shattering her map of 'what you do.' At the same time, you are learning to be less dependent on her for emotional support, simply by slowing down communication with her and creating that distance.
- This step depends on her, not you. She is going to question you about all these new things and probably outright accuse you of having another girl. Tell her you don't have one (don't get defensive), and if you can show a picture of what you were doing that triggered her accusations, then do it. Tell her you are doing new things because you are a single man again, and you need to discover who you are without her now. Tell her you have no interest in another relationship - that you have decided to work on yourself and focus on being happy. All of those things are true, and you should save the bulk of what you'll say for when she confronts you. The goal here is to get her to accept the IDEA you might actually be working on yourself and shutting her out - she's not going to buy it, but this casts doubt in her mind you found another woman, and that's good enough to continue to step 3.
- CHANGE YOUR PHONES PIN CODE! She probably has it by now. We are about to actually have something to hide.
- Sign up for whatever online dating apps, but you need to turn OFF banner alerts! This should be obvious, but don't bring her back to your house, no matter how sure you are your STBXW isn't going to be home or show up. Condoms... this will get you caught. Either buy and dispose of the whole pack (never bring them home) or find a really good spot to hide them in your car that she'll never find.
- Great, now you found some girl and she's making you happy, right? Getting laid, she probably makes you feel like a Million $s. Good. You'll want to see her constantly because you just realized how terrible you have actually been treated, don't. Your STBXW will say some hurtful and mean things and you'll want to drop that you are and have been banging someone else... don't. If your STBXW feels like she's getting more suspicious end things with 'new girl,' let the situation cool and find a new, new girl... or don't, and continue to work on yourself.
Lastly, I want to say one more time, that I think NOT sleeping around until after your divorce has been signed by a judge is by far the smarter thing to do. What I am describing here is essentially OPSEC for having an affair, but this level of effort is required because while she may be able to get laid without consequence, the system is not 'for you' and she will make sure you get every inch of the justice d*ck without any lube if she finds out you are plowing the younger, hotter, fun version of her.
2024.05.21 22:17 _syl___ Any suggestions for my build? I've been researching the past few days and this is the best I could come up with for a mid-high end build.
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/hg3g7R
I'd like to tap into the BuildaPC common wisdom to advise me on whether or not these parts are sensible, or if I've missed critical information.
A few pre-answers:
Nvidia edges out AMD for me purely for the DLSS and their software, as I've had quite some issues with my current AMD software.
The Intel unit seems like it's at the very least on par, if not better, than similar AMD units in it's price range, and I'd really rather not shell out more for a big boy x3d one.
What I would like it to be able to do
Play games like Warzone and RDR2 at over 120 fps at max settings at 1440p.
Still be good to play new games for at least 3-5 years ahead.
A medium amount of video editing.
Welcoming any suggestions, as I'd like to get the best machine for the price range.
submitted by _syl___ to buildapc [link] [comments]
I'd like to tap into the BuildaPC common wisdom to advise me on whether or not these parts are sensible, or if I've missed critical information.
A few pre-answers:
Nvidia edges out AMD for me purely for the DLSS and their software, as I've had quite some issues with my current AMD software.
The Intel unit seems like it's at the very least on par, if not better, than similar AMD units in it's price range, and I'd really rather not shell out more for a big boy x3d one.
What I would like it to be able to do
Play games like Warzone and RDR2 at over 120 fps at max settings at 1440p.
Still be good to play new games for at least 3-5 years ahead.
A medium amount of video editing.
2024.05.21 22:14 piereofficial Piere Product Update May 21, 2024
 | https://preview.redd.it/3lc9a8bq7u1d1.png?width=1196&format=png&auto=webp&s=fbd9fdcab8864ba3fc309e45c019bba21d85efda submitted by piereofficial to piere [link] [comments] Hey Reddit! How have you been? We’ve been working hard since we last posted an update and are extremely happy to share with you all today’s major product update announcement! Before diving into that, we thank those of you who have patiently waited for our team to catch up to an extreme increase in support tickets that we’ve been receiving since welcoming many new Android users onto the platform. We’re happy to let you know that support times are now back within our 2 business day SLA (with most getting a response within a day). As always, we encourage you to view and interact with the features request board to pass along your suggestions for making Piere better and to vote on the ideas others have shared. Personalized ReportingWe know many of you have been waiting for reports, and we’re pulling back the curtain! Our approach to reports is a smarter, more customizable, and faster way to view spending breakdowns with a virtually infinite level of customizations. Filter your report data by account, merchant, category, tags, date range, and many other data points so that the chart you see and interact with is exactly what you need.From a single reports page, you’ll get all of the following capabilities:
Thank you all for sharing your feedback with us so regularly so that we can make your experience on Piere even better! For any questions about app features, be sure to visit our help center and feel free to [email us](mailto:contact@piere.com) if you ever find yourself needing technical support. |
2024.05.21 22:13 Professional_Ant8935 My career has come down to teaching at a Diploma Mill and I hate it...
Posting this on a throwaway account because I need to vent and I'm just constantly frustrated at this.
For the past several years I was a very successful part-time professor at a college. Things were great. I loved my work. I adapted remotely very well... But there was one caveat. I had several international students amongst the locals and most of them were fantastic... Except (and I hate saying this because it sounds very racist) some of the International students from India who were very entitled and demanded I give them top marks for doing basically nothing. I told them off and they either failed my class or barely passed. I am a person of colour and I don't usually note the nationality of my students ever, but this has become a somewhat consistent trend I've noticed.
A new dean was hired recently with no qualifications and demanded all part-timers take a severe pay cut, under half our regular earnings, or leave. I left. Several of my old students were pissed when they heard why me and a few other profs left. This unexpected development and my layoff from my other job around the same time has left me basically jobless for about a year. No matter my credentials and my 15 years of experience, I can't get a job anywhere. The job market is ridiculous hard right now and money is running out.
I got headhunted to teach at a college the next city over a few months ago. Never heard of them, but I interviewed and they offerred me a job this semester teaching something adjacent to what I used to teach. Okay, cool. They said that they would have 'some' international students and I told them I was cool with it. I did get a few weird vibes during my interview, but I ignored it because it's not like I had anything else going for me in the job hunt.
Fast forward to the in-person orientation last month... This place is a scam! Holy shit. It becomes so obvious the moment you get there. The staff have no clue what they're doing. The IT department runs away if you ask them any tech questions and can't solve basic issues. We get told even more that our classes have a lot of students from India, which I didn't have a problem with, until it was emphasized how sensitive we must be to this being their first time in Canada and saying we basically have to be their counsellor... Which is not supposed to be my job. They tout how much advanced equipment they have but completely blank when asked how we're supposed to access it... I was told I would get access to set up the online portal of my class a week before the semester. I don't and only get access to it the day classes begin after complaining. Not only am I not allowed to touch my classes' online portal, but I can't edit any of the content or assignments; it's a very strict "you must do this each week" mandate which was not the flexible class approach of any of my previous teaching jobs or even what they told me when I was hired. I feel like my curriculum is an assembly line. Everything is so disorganized. Furthermore, I was lost at one point on campus and asked a student for directions... He didn't help and it felt like he didn't even understand English. Since orientation I felt, "something is VERY off here" and so many scam red flags kept appearing in my mind.
Then the kicker... My class gets cut because of recent government news about immigration caps and I am reassigned to another class I have little qualification to teach, but I already signed my contract and need to adapt the curriculum. A week later, they announce because of the caps they are stopping new applicants into the program... So now it's effectively dead after the current cohort.
I finally get to teach my class a few weeks ago and... EVERY student in this class is an international student. All but ONE of them is from India. I try to teach and they won't stop talking; I have to tell the class to be quiet several times. They don't interact when you ask the class questions. Absolutely NONE of them are taking notes. All of them either don't pay attention or they are giving me a thousand yard stare when I talk like they aren't understanding a word I'm saying. It was that point that I realized what my gut had been telling me for a long time: I've been had. This is a fake-yet-legit institution and diploma mill.
I've taught 3 classes so far and each one of them is the same. The administration is confused about everything and can't give a straight answer on anything. IT is useless. I'm locked out of my own course with no flexibility, making all the curriculum planning I did useless and needs to be redone. I have to go through like 2 people to make even basic changes to the course like spelling my own name correctly. I teach a 3 hour class and I am fairly positive at this point most of these students have little to no understanding of English. The course content is stiff and I have to invent ways to make it interesting which doesn't seem to land. The students say nothing during class and then send me messages after class about the shit I just explained to them. In just a few short weeks, I hate that I'm starting to harbor a slight resentment for Indian students that is filling the back of my mind.
It's just ugh... All the effort I put into making innovative and fun curriculum using their guidelines is now moot. Few of these students seem to understand or want to listen a word I say. I'm in a diploma mill and now I have no choice but to fulfill my obligation. I usually love my students no matter where they're from and embrace diverse classrooms (it's been a big sticking point of my career as a teacher of color), but I feel horrible for thinking badly about these Indian students in a somewhat racist fashion while also lamenting that they are being scammed and now I'm a part of that.
I put so much pride in being a Teacher as a major part of my career... And now I feel absolutely pathetic for being so desperate that I have fallen this low. I want out so bad.
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For the past several years I was a very successful part-time professor at a college. Things were great. I loved my work. I adapted remotely very well... But there was one caveat. I had several international students amongst the locals and most of them were fantastic... Except (and I hate saying this because it sounds very racist) some of the International students from India who were very entitled and demanded I give them top marks for doing basically nothing. I told them off and they either failed my class or barely passed. I am a person of colour and I don't usually note the nationality of my students ever, but this has become a somewhat consistent trend I've noticed.
A new dean was hired recently with no qualifications and demanded all part-timers take a severe pay cut, under half our regular earnings, or leave. I left. Several of my old students were pissed when they heard why me and a few other profs left. This unexpected development and my layoff from my other job around the same time has left me basically jobless for about a year. No matter my credentials and my 15 years of experience, I can't get a job anywhere. The job market is ridiculous hard right now and money is running out.
I got headhunted to teach at a college the next city over a few months ago. Never heard of them, but I interviewed and they offerred me a job this semester teaching something adjacent to what I used to teach. Okay, cool. They said that they would have 'some' international students and I told them I was cool with it. I did get a few weird vibes during my interview, but I ignored it because it's not like I had anything else going for me in the job hunt.
Fast forward to the in-person orientation last month... This place is a scam! Holy shit. It becomes so obvious the moment you get there. The staff have no clue what they're doing. The IT department runs away if you ask them any tech questions and can't solve basic issues. We get told even more that our classes have a lot of students from India, which I didn't have a problem with, until it was emphasized how sensitive we must be to this being their first time in Canada and saying we basically have to be their counsellor... Which is not supposed to be my job. They tout how much advanced equipment they have but completely blank when asked how we're supposed to access it... I was told I would get access to set up the online portal of my class a week before the semester. I don't and only get access to it the day classes begin after complaining. Not only am I not allowed to touch my classes' online portal, but I can't edit any of the content or assignments; it's a very strict "you must do this each week" mandate which was not the flexible class approach of any of my previous teaching jobs or even what they told me when I was hired. I feel like my curriculum is an assembly line. Everything is so disorganized. Furthermore, I was lost at one point on campus and asked a student for directions... He didn't help and it felt like he didn't even understand English. Since orientation I felt, "something is VERY off here" and so many scam red flags kept appearing in my mind.
Then the kicker... My class gets cut because of recent government news about immigration caps and I am reassigned to another class I have little qualification to teach, but I already signed my contract and need to adapt the curriculum. A week later, they announce because of the caps they are stopping new applicants into the program... So now it's effectively dead after the current cohort.
I finally get to teach my class a few weeks ago and... EVERY student in this class is an international student. All but ONE of them is from India. I try to teach and they won't stop talking; I have to tell the class to be quiet several times. They don't interact when you ask the class questions. Absolutely NONE of them are taking notes. All of them either don't pay attention or they are giving me a thousand yard stare when I talk like they aren't understanding a word I'm saying. It was that point that I realized what my gut had been telling me for a long time: I've been had. This is a fake-yet-legit institution and diploma mill.
I've taught 3 classes so far and each one of them is the same. The administration is confused about everything and can't give a straight answer on anything. IT is useless. I'm locked out of my own course with no flexibility, making all the curriculum planning I did useless and needs to be redone. I have to go through like 2 people to make even basic changes to the course like spelling my own name correctly. I teach a 3 hour class and I am fairly positive at this point most of these students have little to no understanding of English. The course content is stiff and I have to invent ways to make it interesting which doesn't seem to land. The students say nothing during class and then send me messages after class about the shit I just explained to them. In just a few short weeks, I hate that I'm starting to harbor a slight resentment for Indian students that is filling the back of my mind.
It's just ugh... All the effort I put into making innovative and fun curriculum using their guidelines is now moot. Few of these students seem to understand or want to listen a word I say. I'm in a diploma mill and now I have no choice but to fulfill my obligation. I usually love my students no matter where they're from and embrace diverse classrooms (it's been a big sticking point of my career as a teacher of color), but I feel horrible for thinking badly about these Indian students in a somewhat racist fashion while also lamenting that they are being scammed and now I'm a part of that.
I put so much pride in being a Teacher as a major part of my career... And now I feel absolutely pathetic for being so desperate that I have fallen this low. I want out so bad.
2024.05.21 22:12 teogeorgiou FT: Shiny Legendaries, normal shinies, mythicals, events, legendaries, etc. LF: Few remaining shinies, plus a non-shiny Pharaoh Furfrou
LF:
Looking for shinies I'm missing (plus some extras at the bottom of the post), and willing to overtrade for the more rare ones:
Special stuff for trade:
PoGO shinies still in GO: sheet
Shinies already in HOME (mostly from trades):
Apriballs, ability patches, and gold bottle caps:
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Looking for shinies I'm missing (plus some extras at the bottom of the post), and willing to overtrade for the more rare ones:
- Shinies I need (67): (current progress: 1270/1337)
- Cap Pikachu (1): Cap Pikachu
- Unown (12): B, E, F, K, L, M, N, P, R, W, Y, !
- Hoenn (1): Relicanth (female)
- Sinnoh (3): Wormadam (any form), Arceus,
Shaymin(normal)(pending) - Unova (8): Simipour, Leavanny, Archeops, Gothorita, Frillish (male), Jellicent (male), Ferroseed, Accelgor
- Kalos (15): Furfrou (all 9 trims), Tyrunt, Pumpkaboo (average, large), Gourgeist (small, average, large)
- Alola (10): Wimpod, Golisopod, Type: Null, Silvally, Minior (blue, violet), Celesteela, Kartana, Stakataka, Blacephalon
- Galar (12): Blipbug, Dottler, Sizzlipede, Cursola, Dracozolt, Arctozolt, Arctovish, Regieleki, Regidrago, Galarian Corsola, Galarian Zapdos, Galarian Moltres
- Paldea (5): Crocalor, Quaxwell, Gimmighoul, Gholdengo, Maushold (FO3)
- Extras (9): Pikachu (male) (pending?), Meowth, Centiskorch, Galarian Meowth (pending?), Kecleon, Wooloo, Lunatone, Gourgeist (Super), Tirtouga
- (non shiny) Pharaoh Furfrou trim -- Looking for self-caught and non location-spoofed.
Special stuff for trade:
- Shiny Unown A ✨ (premier ball) OT: AtoiZoi or custom ID: 449369 Self-caught in Pokemon GO raid, still in Pokemong GO
- Shiny Tapu Lele ✨ (Akala, cherish ball) OT: Akala ID: 181130 Claimed in USUM, touched, has been in Sword (no proof), vee4Phoenix -> me link
- Shiny Tapu Koko ✨ (premier ball) OT: AtoiZoi or custom ID: 449369 Self-caught in Pokemon GO raid, still in Pokemon GO
- Shiny Suicune ✨ (Movie '13, cherish ball) OT: GAMESTP ID: 01311 Claimed in Pokemon HGSS, touched, has been in Sword, simple WC screenshot as proof (no username/timestamp), Egamer20 -> me link
- Shiny Darkrai ✨ (premier ball) OT: blu ID: 267804 Caught in Pokemon GO raid (PoGO stamped), ScrewtaperBK -> Greenevers, Greenevers -> me link1 link2
- Shiny Mesprit ✨ (premier ball) OT: Fabio ID: 13838 Caught in Pokemon ORAS with SR, ZiR1402 -> me link
- Shiny Giratina ✨ (premier ball) OT: AtoiZoi or custom ID: 449369 Self-caught in Pokemon GO raid, still in Pokemon GO
- Shiny Type: Null ✨ (poke ball) OT: Yellow ID: 655069 Caught in Pokemon USUM with RNG on a CFW 3DS with Pcalc, TedDoesPokemon -> me link
- Shiny Amoonguss ✨ (cherish ball) OT: Baik Jongyoon (Korean) ID: 200809 self-redeemed in Pokemon Sword (wondercard proof available)
- Victini (cherish ball) OT: Victory ID: 220818 Claimed in Pokemon SWSH, unproofed, DigiDamian -> me link
- (non shiny) PoGO Mew (poke ball) OT: AtoiZoi ID: 449369 Self-caught in Pokemon GO, moved to HOME (PoGO stamped)
- SV Mew (poke ball ) OT: Reina ID: 834600 Self-claimed in Pokemon SV (WC proof available)
- (non shiny) PoGO Shaymin (poke ball) OT: AtoiZoi or custom ID: 449369 Self-caught in Pokemon GO, still in Pokemong GO
- (non shiny) PoGO Deoxys (premier ball) OT: AtoiZoi or custom ID: 449369 Self-caught in Pokemon GO, still in Pokemon GO
- PoGO Galarian Moltres (master ball) OT: AtoiZoi or custom ID: 449369 Self-caught in Pokemon GO, still in Pokemon GO
PoGO shinies still in GO: sheet
Shinies already in HOME (mostly from trades):
- Delibird (luxury/premiepoke/heal ball) Reina 834600 Self-caught in Pokemon Violet in Mass Outbreaks (event)
- Alolan Meowth (great ball) Momo 066475 Caught in Pokemon GO, n0itamina -> me link
- Hisuian Arcanine (hisuian ultra ball) God 858286 Caught in PLA, ajisawesome8 -> me link
- Hisuian Voltorb (hisuian ultra ball) Domate 736694 Caught in PLA, DomstarX -> me link
- Hisuian Electrode (hisuian ultra ball) Domate 736694 Caught in PLA as a Hisuian Voltorb, and I evolved it to a Hisuian Electrode in PLA, DomstarX -> me link
- Chansey (poke ball) Door-kun 240269 Caught in Pokemon USUM as a Random Encounter, has been in Sword, funyarinpa00 -> me link
- Galarian Slowbro (dream ball) Holdmyweave 396948 Bred in Pokemon SWSH, DrugDealer6969 -> Greenevers, Greenevers -> me link1 link2
- Beautifly (male, wing ball) Jonathan 54835 Caught in PLA, chenj25 -> me link
- Nuzleaf (male, ultra ball) Rocket 999034 Caught in Pokemon GO as a Seedot, and I evolved it to a Nuzleaf in Sword, CanaryIntheSky -> me link
- Shroomish (great ball) Ender 299038 Caught in Pokemon GO, Katilinann -> me link
- Ninjask (ultra ball) Spider 435800 Caught in Pokemon GO, snomming -> Greenevers, Greenevers -> me link1 link2
- Spheal (premier ball) Fabio 13838 Caught in Pokemon ORAS in a Horde, ZiR1402 -> me link
- Luxio (male, love ball) Iñigo 643897 Bred in Pokemon SWSH, hp_zephyr -> me link
- Stunky (premier ball) Fabio 41243 Caught in Pokemon XY in Hordes, has been in Sword, ZiR1402 -> ScrewtaperBK, ScrewtaperBK -> me link1 link2
- Blitzle (ultra ball) Babas 824000 Caught in Pokemon GO, babasoten -> me link
- Zebstrika (premier ball) Fabio 41243 Caught in Pokemon XY in Friend Safari, ZiR1402 -> me link
- Boldore (premier ball) Fabio 41243 Caught in Pokemon XY in a Horde as a Roggenrola, and I evolved it to Boldore in Sword, ZiR1402 -> me link
- Gurdurr (premier ball) Sablepepper 962365 Caught in Pokemon GO, has been in Sword, Fatless_toast -> me link
- Conkeldurr (poke ball) Bottled Fish 867143 Caught in Pokemon GO as a Timburr, and I evolved it to a Gurdurr in Sword, and evolved to a Conkeldurr through tradeback in Sword, Fish_In_A_Bottle -> me, me -> Evthe420 -> me link1 link2
- Chandelure (luxury ball) Green 811929 Caught in Pokemon SWSH Event Den (not RNGed, hosted on pokemonmaxraids), ShaikhAndBake -> me link
- Braixen (ultra ball) Ender 299038 Caught in Pokemon GO as a Fennekin, and I evolved to a Braixen in Violet, Katilinann -> me link
- Rowlet (poke ball) Shine 734555 Bred in Pokemon SWSH, TheWorstf0u -> me link
- Decidueye (hisuian ultra ball) Domate 736694 Caught in PLA as a Dartrix, and I evolved it in Sword, DomstarX -> me link
- Litten (poke ball) Marco 444621 Bred in Pokemon SWSH, MaRcEsCeNt -> me, link
- Torracat (poke ball) Marcos 166416 Bred in Pokemon SWSH, MarcosInu -> me, link
- Incineroar (poke ball) Ash 862902 Bred in Pokemon SWSH, Arsenal019 -> ScrewtaperBK, ScrewtaperBK -> me link1 link2
- Runerigus (dusk ball) Ramune 427790 Caught in Pokemon SWSH in a Max Raid (hosted by OT's sister in RNGed den, hyper trained), platokie -> Evthe420, Evthe420 -> me link1 link2
Apriballs, ability patches, and gold bottle caps:
- Apriball stock: Fast: x0, Friend: x1, Lure: x0, Level: x0, Heavy: x1, Love: x1, Moon x1, Dream x1, Sport: x2, Safari: x3, Beast: x4
- Sweets stock: Ribbon: x3, Star: x6
- Ability Patch: x20, Gold Bottle Cap x21
2024.05.21 22:06 michelle09870987 CDrama Alphabet: Q is for..?
A
A is for Are we almost there yet? It's episode 10 and nothing is happening.(u/xyz123007)
B:
B is for Blood-spitting:(u/Pandafan_chdcorner)
C:
C is for censorship, leaving some long awaited dramas in purgatory (u/SewNewKnitsToo)
D:
Damn why the fuck are they wasting so much time and not doing the most obvious to solve a problem (u/Chairamell)
E
Eavesdropping but leaving right before they hear what they should be hearing (u/Constant_Solid_5404)
F
Falling into a kiss.(u/AggravatingStage8906)
G
G for Grabbing her by the waist to show her who's the alpha male but only doing a fish kiss after that... (u/BetweenUs999)
H
Hair that’s miraculously perfect even in battle (u/punksakura)
I
I is for Immortals which has a unique definition in CDramas: they frequently end up dead… (u/Potential_Smell1412)
J
Just communicate with each other, please! (u/fewlove)
K
K is for Kabedon, which may lead to kissing (u/Girl_With_A_Dragon)
L
L is for Love, because English CDrama titles wouldn't survive without that word. (u/Regenwanderer)
M
M is for Misunderstandings, misunderstandings and more misunderstandings! (u/Disastrous_Fly2022)
N
N is for No one dies when falling off a cliff.(u/Alarming_Tea_102)
O
OSTs (u/michelle09870987)
P (...has three winning variants, I made a random.choice😭)
P is for Peach blossoms, peach blossoms everywhere🌸 Q
R ...
Edit: hey, let's make it one letter at a time! 🙏
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A is for Are we almost there yet? It's episode 10 and nothing is happening.(u/xyz123007)
B:
B is for Blood-spitting:(u/Pandafan_chdcorner)
C:
C is for censorship, leaving some long awaited dramas in purgatory (u/SewNewKnitsToo)
D:
Damn why the fuck are they wasting so much time and not doing the most obvious to solve a problem (u/Chairamell)
E
Eavesdropping but leaving right before they hear what they should be hearing (u/Constant_Solid_5404)
F
Falling into a kiss.(u/AggravatingStage8906)
G
G for Grabbing her by the waist to show her who's the alpha male but only doing a fish kiss after that... (u/BetweenUs999)
H
Hair that’s miraculously perfect even in battle (u/punksakura)
I
I is for Immortals which has a unique definition in CDramas: they frequently end up dead… (u/Potential_Smell1412)
J
Just communicate with each other, please! (u/fewlove)
K
K is for Kabedon, which may lead to kissing (u/Girl_With_A_Dragon)
L
L is for Love, because English CDrama titles wouldn't survive without that word. (u/Regenwanderer)
M
M is for Misunderstandings, misunderstandings and more misunderstandings! (u/Disastrous_Fly2022)
N
N is for No one dies when falling off a cliff.(u/Alarming_Tea_102)
O
OSTs (u/michelle09870987)
P (...has three winning variants, I made a random.choice😭)
P is for Peach blossoms, peach blossoms everywhere🌸 Q
R ...
Edit: hey, let's make it one letter at a time! 🙏
2024.05.21 22:01 ObjectiveKeyboards With which offering should I go?
I want to rent a server to setup Proxmox on that machine. I'd like to setup my main workstation there (instead of buying a new laptop - latency to Hetzner is very good < 20ms) for software development, answering emails and browsing the internet as well as screen recording from time to time. Other than that there will be running some (but not many) VM's for services such as Mailcow.
I'd like to decide between the following offerings at Hetzner:
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I'd like to decide between the following offerings at Hetzner:
- Intel i5-12500, 64 GB DDR4 RAM, 2x 512 GB NVMe for 50€/m (or 55€/m with additional 2 TB HDD)
- Intel i5-13500, 64 GB DDR4 RAM, 2x 512 GB NVMe for 53€/m (+ 46€ one time setup fee)
- AMD Ryzen 5 8700GE, 64 GB DDR5 RAM, 2x 512 GB NVMe for 60€/m + (46€ one time setup fee)
- AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, 128 GB DDR4 RAM, 2x 3.92 TB NVMe Datacenter Edition for 84€/m
2024.05.21 21:49 pilotslashCPA Write-Up: Zero to CFII in 13 months, Part 61, $52K
Hi all! After a crazy, but incredibly fun and rewarding year earning my pilot certs, I wanted to make a write-up of my experience in hopes that it’ll be helpful for any other aspiring or current pilots. To summarize, I went from zero aviation experience to CFII in 13 months, Part 61, paying as I go and on the pretty cheap side. I do want to emphasize that I was ~incredibly~ lucky and had some very generous people who helped me out, and I could not have done this as efficiently and cheaply if it weren’t for them. I’m going to list all my takeaways below, but I think my biggest piece of advice is to network as much as you can because there are some amazing, generous people in this community that want to see us all succeed.
Background:
For context, I’m in my mid to late twenties and have been in the workforce for about 5 years. Through a combination of factors I decided to make a career switch to professional pilot but was hesitant because I did not want to take on debt. I have a family member who is an airline pilot who helped me devise a plan. I moved home and kept working my job remotely so I was able to put all my paychecks towards flying.
Private Pilot – 3 months, 75 hours TT, $12k
I did my private in a Piper Archer owned by my local FBO. The owner allowed my family member to be my instructor and gave me a small discount for pre-paying hours. We flew almost daily. I also took ground school at another local FBO in-person, and that was much more helpful than having to learn everything on my own because I was brand new to aviation. I took the private written exam as soon as my ground school concluded which was also the week of my checkride (bad idea in hindsight, but it worked out).
I solo’d around 25 hours and took my checkride with about 60 hours in the Archer (15 additional hours were in a friend’s airplane). The checkride was challenging, but straightforward and I was well prepared. The DPE said good things about me afterward and I was officially a private pilot! I’d be happy to answer questions or do a writeup in a separate post on any of my checkrides but for the sake of brevity I’ll skip that for now.
~Key takeaways from private:~
Fly as often as possible and make sure your instructor is aligned with that. Also stay on top of ground school. Also, don’t rush to take the checkride before you’re ready, it’s okay to have a lot of practice first. Lastly, I know DPE availability is a big issue in lots of areas and can cause people to have to wait on a checkride even though they’ve been ready for months. In my experience, if you try hard enough and call around, you will find someone. However, it might mean you have to travel a little bit which I know is not possible for everyone.
Instrument – 2 months, 150 hours TT, $14k
I was feeling a little fatigued after private so I was slow to start studying for instrument. I started by doing a lot of flying for fun, mainly flying in the Archer by myself on little cross countries to check off some of the requirements (in hindsight I should have found someone to split time with).
I did my instrument at a flight school in one of the adjacent states. This particular school specializes in accelerated programs, but they do not have a formalized instrument course. I went in-person and spoke with the director of flight operations to discuss my options. Since I had to take PTO to do this, the goal was to finish my instrument in one week with the checkride at the end. I paid a flat rate for the airplane and instructor time. I also stayed over there during that week so I had to pay for housing as well.
Before I went over there, I did some prep in the Archer that I did my private in and took the written exam (Sheppard air). I also purchased Sporty’s Instrument course and used that to prep and for the endorsement needed to take the written. The week I spent at the flight school was honestly a blast, and I was able to take my checkride on day 7 with 20 hours in the plane and about 4 hours of sim time. Again, happy to discuss the checkride in the comments or another post.
~Key takeaways from instrument:~
TAKE THE IRA, FII, AND IGI EXAMS AT THE SAME TIME. You only have to purchase the IRA Sheppard course and can take all 3 exams back to back. Also, again stay on top of ground school because instrument flying requires a lot of technical knowledge. But it honestly is really fun!
Commercial – 3 months, 263 hours TT, $8k
The biggest challenge for commercial was time building, of course. This is where networking saved me. I made friends with another instructor who frequented my local FBO who also owns a plane. He needed the time as well so we flew together a lot and I paid for the fuel. I also had another friend at the airport who owns a plane that he doesn’t fly often and offered to let me time build in that (again, I’ve been so lucky to come across some very generous people).
I did my checkride in the Archer that I learned in with my family member signing me off, and with the same DPE who did my private. Commercial was probably the easiest one I had done so far, but it still was no joke! I will say I was amazed with how much easier things came to me by this point versus when I first started, which was a great feeling.
~Key takeaways from commercial:~
Network, network, network. Spend as much time as you can at your local FBO or flight school and make friends with everyone. Like I’ve said, there are some very generous people out there who love to help out new pilots, and I could not have made it this far without them.
Also, in retrospect, it would have been a really good idea to have done commercial from the right seat. I’ve heard of a lot of people doing that and if I had, I would have been able to knock out CFI a lot sooner and cheaper.
Multi-engine add-on – 1 week, 298 hours TT, $4.3k
Shortly after getting my CPL, I had a week of PTO and decided to knock out my multi add-on. I found a flight school with a Seminole and got ahold of their MEI, and we figured we could knock it out during that week. I contacted the DPE who did my private and commercial and we scheduled my checkride for the end of the week. This flight school was about 2 hours driving from home, and I was able to stay with friends while I was there.
This one was a little challenging because this was in January in the midwest and we were seeing a lot of low IFR days. We ended up getting weathered out the first half of the week, but luckily the Seminole was an easy transition for me and we got me trained up in 3 days, 8 hours of flying. I took the checkride as scheduled and passed (I will say I have had extremely good luck with weather for all of my checkride days so far).
Sidenote: Prior to this checkride, I also took the AGI and IGI exams and asked the DPE who did my multi checkride to sign off on the ground instructor certificate at the same time. I did this because I’ve heard it helps when applying to CFI jobs (shows a little extra effort) and it was easier to do it this way versus having a FSDO issue the cert. Cost me $50 to the DPE.
~Key takeaways from multi:~
Do your research to find an airplane at a good rate. I paid $395 per hour which included the instructor, but I’ve seen some schools charging a lot more. Also, I looked into schools with accelerated courses that you pay as a package, and based on my experience I would not recommend because I was able to do it much cheaper my way.
My instructor did a good job of making sure I knew all the aircraft systems well enough to teach them in case I go for my MEI (which I would like to do soon). Since the MEL is light on material, I highly recommend this. Also, when I was doing research I was told to look for a Seminole or DA-42 because they’re easy trainers, which I would agree with based on my limited experience.
CFI – 1 month (on top of all my experience thus far), 316 hours TT, $5k
This was the scariest one for me. I had heard all along that CFI is the hardest and longest checkride and for the most part I would agree. I originally was planning on going to a school with an accelerated program for this, but after asking around I decided to do it on my own (with my family member signing me off).
This one was heavy on ground school. I got some lesson plans from various people as I heard that’s what everyone has prepared for the checkride, but I hardly ended up using them. I also had a friend send me PowerPoints he made for the technical subject areas. I edited them/made them my own and these are what I ended up using for the checkride along with a couple props.
As far as studying goes, the thing I found most helpful was watching random YouTube videos before bed every night. Although it was all review, I picked up a lot of tidbits that weren’t quite drilled into my brain as I still feel new to aviation overall. As the DPE described it, to be a good CFI you basically need to be a nerd about everything aviation and that’s what I tried to do. I would guess that I studied a few hours a day for a month and a half or so. As for the flying part, I had a little bit of right seat experience prior to buckling down for CFI (probably under 5 hours), so I’d guess it took me about 5 more hours to feel comfortable in the right seat. I took the checkride with the same DPE who did my private, commercial, and multi and passed! The checkride was 8 hours total so definitely a long day. As we were debriefing, I went ahead and scheduled CFII with him as well.
~Key takeaways from CFI:~
Start nerding out now (if you aren’t already). Keep a running collection of links and videos that explain concepts well or teach you something interesting, they will be useful for the checkride. Also, don’t buy lesson plans. As my DPE put it, there are really only like 5 lesson plans for any given topic and we all steal them from each other, so no need to reinvent the wheel or pay for them if someone else can give them to you. I’d also recommend really getting to know the PTS, because it lays out very clearly what you are required to do on the checkride (for example you know you’re going to need to teach runway incursions so it’s a good opportunity to be really prepared). I’m sure my last point is most applicable to those doing CFI on their own since you won’t have a school telling you exactly what to expect.
CFII – 1 month, 368 hours TT, $1.3k
CFII was possibly the easiest checkride to prepare for. I did this one in a friend’s airplane – a Mooney with a G750 and GFC 500 autopilot. It probably took about 10 hours of flying (I already have lots of time in this plane) to be ready. For studying, I reviewed Pilot Cafe, YouTube videos, and obtained some lesson plans from a friend. I did not use PowerPoints or anything for this one. I also had already completed the written exam back when I did my instrument rating. I’m not sure what else to say about this one, but I did it with the same DPE again and passed. It feels amazing to be done with checkrides for a while!
~Key takeaways from CFII:~
Select an airplane with a good autopilot. This made the flying portion of the checkride super easy. For the oral, I highly recommend working with instructors who send students for a lot of instrument checkrides. I feel like there are so many very specific questions that DPEs like to ask on instrument/CFII checkrides, so it helps if you have someone who knows what those questions are going to be. Also, FlightInsight on YouTube and Boldmethod were my favorite resources for this one. Lastly, make sure you know your avionics and autopilot really well, including reading and being able to teach all of the limitations that are in the user manuals.
Notes regarding cost:
I did a decent job of tracking all my expenses throughout this process. I noted in the title that the total cost to me was about $50k, which consists of the ~$45k that I discussed above plus some additional expenses. I also did my commercial ASES rating at Jack Brown’s seaplane base which cost me about $2.5K total (of course this was just for fun). The remaining amount consists of things like buying a headset, books, random accessories, and even some things I called “unnecessary expenses”. I temporarily paid for a membership at a flight school that I barely ended up using, so I put that in that category. While I did everything pretty cheap, I was definitely not perfect!
Here is a further breakdown of my expenses:
Airplane rentals/fuel - $36.9k
Instructor fees - $2.5k (bear in mind I got a lot of free instruction from friends & family)
Ground school - $1.3k (includes actual ground school and books)
Flight accessories - $1.2k
Written exam fees - $1.2k (8 exams total)
DPE fees - $5.8k (7 checkrides; this includes seaplane)
Medical fees - $290
Housing - $900
Misc/unnecessary expenses - $1.2k
Total: $51.7k
Overall Takeaways:
- For those doing Part 61/pay as you go, I highly recommend finding an independent instructor with a flexible schedule. This was key for me because I had a work schedule to work around.
- NETWORKING/MAKING FRIENDS. Go to every fly-in you can, always stop into the FBO to say hi to people, etc. etc. Having friends in aviation was monumentally helpful for me and saved me SO much money. Cannot stress this enough!
- If you are on a timeline, make sure you set specific milestones and when you are going to hit them. Make sure your instructor is on board too.
- Do your research! Reddit has been a fantastic resource for me throughout this process. Talk to people who have achieved the things you want to achieve. I really cannot thank you all enough for all your help and insights on your experiences!
Again, I am more than happy to answer any and all questions. I also apologize if anything is jumbled or confusing; this took a long time to write and I’m sure I missed things. I will also disclaim that while I did a good job of tracking all my expenses, I was not perfect and YMMV for sure. I just hope this gave a somewhat helpful picture for those hoping to do something similar to what I did.
As for next steps, I am aiming for the airlines one of these days! I have a couple interviews at flight schools coming up so I am planning to quit my job and finally start flying full-time soon. I want to do my MEI sometime soon as well but I haven’t figured out how I’m going to pay for the PIC time yet.
I also want to say that I absolutely love general aviation and hope to always be involved in it. I have made so many friends, had some incredible experiences, and learned way more than I could have ever imagined in the past year. For anyone thinking about flying, hopefully this is your sign to just do it! Feel free to comment with questions!
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Background:
For context, I’m in my mid to late twenties and have been in the workforce for about 5 years. Through a combination of factors I decided to make a career switch to professional pilot but was hesitant because I did not want to take on debt. I have a family member who is an airline pilot who helped me devise a plan. I moved home and kept working my job remotely so I was able to put all my paychecks towards flying.
Private Pilot – 3 months, 75 hours TT, $12k
I did my private in a Piper Archer owned by my local FBO. The owner allowed my family member to be my instructor and gave me a small discount for pre-paying hours. We flew almost daily. I also took ground school at another local FBO in-person, and that was much more helpful than having to learn everything on my own because I was brand new to aviation. I took the private written exam as soon as my ground school concluded which was also the week of my checkride (bad idea in hindsight, but it worked out).
I solo’d around 25 hours and took my checkride with about 60 hours in the Archer (15 additional hours were in a friend’s airplane). The checkride was challenging, but straightforward and I was well prepared. The DPE said good things about me afterward and I was officially a private pilot! I’d be happy to answer questions or do a writeup in a separate post on any of my checkrides but for the sake of brevity I’ll skip that for now.
~Key takeaways from private:~
Fly as often as possible and make sure your instructor is aligned with that. Also stay on top of ground school. Also, don’t rush to take the checkride before you’re ready, it’s okay to have a lot of practice first. Lastly, I know DPE availability is a big issue in lots of areas and can cause people to have to wait on a checkride even though they’ve been ready for months. In my experience, if you try hard enough and call around, you will find someone. However, it might mean you have to travel a little bit which I know is not possible for everyone.
Instrument – 2 months, 150 hours TT, $14k
I was feeling a little fatigued after private so I was slow to start studying for instrument. I started by doing a lot of flying for fun, mainly flying in the Archer by myself on little cross countries to check off some of the requirements (in hindsight I should have found someone to split time with).
I did my instrument at a flight school in one of the adjacent states. This particular school specializes in accelerated programs, but they do not have a formalized instrument course. I went in-person and spoke with the director of flight operations to discuss my options. Since I had to take PTO to do this, the goal was to finish my instrument in one week with the checkride at the end. I paid a flat rate for the airplane and instructor time. I also stayed over there during that week so I had to pay for housing as well.
Before I went over there, I did some prep in the Archer that I did my private in and took the written exam (Sheppard air). I also purchased Sporty’s Instrument course and used that to prep and for the endorsement needed to take the written. The week I spent at the flight school was honestly a blast, and I was able to take my checkride on day 7 with 20 hours in the plane and about 4 hours of sim time. Again, happy to discuss the checkride in the comments or another post.
~Key takeaways from instrument:~
TAKE THE IRA, FII, AND IGI EXAMS AT THE SAME TIME. You only have to purchase the IRA Sheppard course and can take all 3 exams back to back. Also, again stay on top of ground school because instrument flying requires a lot of technical knowledge. But it honestly is really fun!
Commercial – 3 months, 263 hours TT, $8k
The biggest challenge for commercial was time building, of course. This is where networking saved me. I made friends with another instructor who frequented my local FBO who also owns a plane. He needed the time as well so we flew together a lot and I paid for the fuel. I also had another friend at the airport who owns a plane that he doesn’t fly often and offered to let me time build in that (again, I’ve been so lucky to come across some very generous people).
I did my checkride in the Archer that I learned in with my family member signing me off, and with the same DPE who did my private. Commercial was probably the easiest one I had done so far, but it still was no joke! I will say I was amazed with how much easier things came to me by this point versus when I first started, which was a great feeling.
~Key takeaways from commercial:~
Network, network, network. Spend as much time as you can at your local FBO or flight school and make friends with everyone. Like I’ve said, there are some very generous people out there who love to help out new pilots, and I could not have made it this far without them.
Also, in retrospect, it would have been a really good idea to have done commercial from the right seat. I’ve heard of a lot of people doing that and if I had, I would have been able to knock out CFI a lot sooner and cheaper.
Multi-engine add-on – 1 week, 298 hours TT, $4.3k
Shortly after getting my CPL, I had a week of PTO and decided to knock out my multi add-on. I found a flight school with a Seminole and got ahold of their MEI, and we figured we could knock it out during that week. I contacted the DPE who did my private and commercial and we scheduled my checkride for the end of the week. This flight school was about 2 hours driving from home, and I was able to stay with friends while I was there.
This one was a little challenging because this was in January in the midwest and we were seeing a lot of low IFR days. We ended up getting weathered out the first half of the week, but luckily the Seminole was an easy transition for me and we got me trained up in 3 days, 8 hours of flying. I took the checkride as scheduled and passed (I will say I have had extremely good luck with weather for all of my checkride days so far).
Sidenote: Prior to this checkride, I also took the AGI and IGI exams and asked the DPE who did my multi checkride to sign off on the ground instructor certificate at the same time. I did this because I’ve heard it helps when applying to CFI jobs (shows a little extra effort) and it was easier to do it this way versus having a FSDO issue the cert. Cost me $50 to the DPE.
~Key takeaways from multi:~
Do your research to find an airplane at a good rate. I paid $395 per hour which included the instructor, but I’ve seen some schools charging a lot more. Also, I looked into schools with accelerated courses that you pay as a package, and based on my experience I would not recommend because I was able to do it much cheaper my way.
My instructor did a good job of making sure I knew all the aircraft systems well enough to teach them in case I go for my MEI (which I would like to do soon). Since the MEL is light on material, I highly recommend this. Also, when I was doing research I was told to look for a Seminole or DA-42 because they’re easy trainers, which I would agree with based on my limited experience.
CFI – 1 month (on top of all my experience thus far), 316 hours TT, $5k
This was the scariest one for me. I had heard all along that CFI is the hardest and longest checkride and for the most part I would agree. I originally was planning on going to a school with an accelerated program for this, but after asking around I decided to do it on my own (with my family member signing me off).
This one was heavy on ground school. I got some lesson plans from various people as I heard that’s what everyone has prepared for the checkride, but I hardly ended up using them. I also had a friend send me PowerPoints he made for the technical subject areas. I edited them/made them my own and these are what I ended up using for the checkride along with a couple props.
As far as studying goes, the thing I found most helpful was watching random YouTube videos before bed every night. Although it was all review, I picked up a lot of tidbits that weren’t quite drilled into my brain as I still feel new to aviation overall. As the DPE described it, to be a good CFI you basically need to be a nerd about everything aviation and that’s what I tried to do. I would guess that I studied a few hours a day for a month and a half or so. As for the flying part, I had a little bit of right seat experience prior to buckling down for CFI (probably under 5 hours), so I’d guess it took me about 5 more hours to feel comfortable in the right seat. I took the checkride with the same DPE who did my private, commercial, and multi and passed! The checkride was 8 hours total so definitely a long day. As we were debriefing, I went ahead and scheduled CFII with him as well.
~Key takeaways from CFI:~
Start nerding out now (if you aren’t already). Keep a running collection of links and videos that explain concepts well or teach you something interesting, they will be useful for the checkride. Also, don’t buy lesson plans. As my DPE put it, there are really only like 5 lesson plans for any given topic and we all steal them from each other, so no need to reinvent the wheel or pay for them if someone else can give them to you. I’d also recommend really getting to know the PTS, because it lays out very clearly what you are required to do on the checkride (for example you know you’re going to need to teach runway incursions so it’s a good opportunity to be really prepared). I’m sure my last point is most applicable to those doing CFI on their own since you won’t have a school telling you exactly what to expect.
CFII – 1 month, 368 hours TT, $1.3k
CFII was possibly the easiest checkride to prepare for. I did this one in a friend’s airplane – a Mooney with a G750 and GFC 500 autopilot. It probably took about 10 hours of flying (I already have lots of time in this plane) to be ready. For studying, I reviewed Pilot Cafe, YouTube videos, and obtained some lesson plans from a friend. I did not use PowerPoints or anything for this one. I also had already completed the written exam back when I did my instrument rating. I’m not sure what else to say about this one, but I did it with the same DPE again and passed. It feels amazing to be done with checkrides for a while!
~Key takeaways from CFII:~
Select an airplane with a good autopilot. This made the flying portion of the checkride super easy. For the oral, I highly recommend working with instructors who send students for a lot of instrument checkrides. I feel like there are so many very specific questions that DPEs like to ask on instrument/CFII checkrides, so it helps if you have someone who knows what those questions are going to be. Also, FlightInsight on YouTube and Boldmethod were my favorite resources for this one. Lastly, make sure you know your avionics and autopilot really well, including reading and being able to teach all of the limitations that are in the user manuals.
Notes regarding cost:
I did a decent job of tracking all my expenses throughout this process. I noted in the title that the total cost to me was about $50k, which consists of the ~$45k that I discussed above plus some additional expenses. I also did my commercial ASES rating at Jack Brown’s seaplane base which cost me about $2.5K total (of course this was just for fun). The remaining amount consists of things like buying a headset, books, random accessories, and even some things I called “unnecessary expenses”. I temporarily paid for a membership at a flight school that I barely ended up using, so I put that in that category. While I did everything pretty cheap, I was definitely not perfect!
Here is a further breakdown of my expenses:
Airplane rentals/fuel - $36.9k
Instructor fees - $2.5k (bear in mind I got a lot of free instruction from friends & family)
Ground school - $1.3k (includes actual ground school and books)
Flight accessories - $1.2k
Written exam fees - $1.2k (8 exams total)
DPE fees - $5.8k (7 checkrides; this includes seaplane)
Medical fees - $290
Housing - $900
Misc/unnecessary expenses - $1.2k
Total: $51.7k
Overall Takeaways:
- For those doing Part 61/pay as you go, I highly recommend finding an independent instructor with a flexible schedule. This was key for me because I had a work schedule to work around.
- NETWORKING/MAKING FRIENDS. Go to every fly-in you can, always stop into the FBO to say hi to people, etc. etc. Having friends in aviation was monumentally helpful for me and saved me SO much money. Cannot stress this enough!
- If you are on a timeline, make sure you set specific milestones and when you are going to hit them. Make sure your instructor is on board too.
- Do your research! Reddit has been a fantastic resource for me throughout this process. Talk to people who have achieved the things you want to achieve. I really cannot thank you all enough for all your help and insights on your experiences!
Again, I am more than happy to answer any and all questions. I also apologize if anything is jumbled or confusing; this took a long time to write and I’m sure I missed things. I will also disclaim that while I did a good job of tracking all my expenses, I was not perfect and YMMV for sure. I just hope this gave a somewhat helpful picture for those hoping to do something similar to what I did.
As for next steps, I am aiming for the airlines one of these days! I have a couple interviews at flight schools coming up so I am planning to quit my job and finally start flying full-time soon. I want to do my MEI sometime soon as well but I haven’t figured out how I’m going to pay for the PIC time yet.
I also want to say that I absolutely love general aviation and hope to always be involved in it. I have made so many friends, had some incredible experiences, and learned way more than I could have ever imagined in the past year. For anyone thinking about flying, hopefully this is your sign to just do it! Feel free to comment with questions!
2024.05.21 21:45 Nerisrath What Would You Want in a Facility?
So our concession stand did well this year and the city park that owns the field said "Buy whatever the coaches want for the field with the money."
We have a new scoreboard, level field with turface added each year, quality bases and plate, very nice portable mound, backstop and fence in decent shape, one attached batting cage, clean enclosed dugouts, protective screen in good shape, good field lights. City pays a grounds crew to water, drag, mow and line the field almost daily/as needed through the season.
Needs we think are taken care off, what are some nice to haves that make a good ball park stand out when you go to visit, or things people like about your field.
Edit: 210 ft field used for 6-8yo, 8-10yo,10-12yo,leagues.
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We have a new scoreboard, level field with turface added each year, quality bases and plate, very nice portable mound, backstop and fence in decent shape, one attached batting cage, clean enclosed dugouts, protective screen in good shape, good field lights. City pays a grounds crew to water, drag, mow and line the field almost daily/as needed through the season.
Needs we think are taken care off, what are some nice to haves that make a good ball park stand out when you go to visit, or things people like about your field.
Edit: 210 ft field used for 6-8yo, 8-10yo,10-12yo,leagues.
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