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This is bugging me now. I suppose you saw this or tried it, but maybe not. I found this in my Pixel tips and help part of settings. This is to change notifications by the app. Apologies if it is not applicable or already tried. Option 1: In… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

Alfred I use my old phones as a webcam. [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

"...Twenty-four and there's so much more..." (Neil) Tragedy. To think too that he only ran 3 more marathons than me and was the WR holder. [more]
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MeFi comment - 3 months ago

Everyone has a bad day once in a while. You say he patched it up with the staff member. He recognized he done wrong. Until this becomes a pattern, there really is nothing to do about it other than get past it until or unless he does it again. [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

Thank those who sent prayers and well wishes and ignore it going forward. If pressed, a simple, "I would rather not talk about it." will do. I too would have assumed their "prayer warriors" were outside the firm, likely at… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

North shore of LI boy here. Seen Billy in the 80s many a time. Really enjoy his catalogue including Fire. This song? Hmm. I like the poetry. The music not so much. First, what's with the southern twang of his voice trying to rhyme? Is that… [more]
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MeFi comment - 3 months ago

I have a friend who does exactly this for 4 very wealthy families. She does it for 4 houses for 1 family, 2 houses for another and 1 each for the other two. She is, or calls herself, a House Manager. She coordinates things like annual ac maintenance,… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

I graduated with a similar gpa and got into 3 of the top 5 business schools as ranked by Newsweek (at the time). Those were the only 3 to which I applied. I had taken the GMATs 5 years earlier and they wanted me to retake them. I told them no. (I… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

You certainly have the right to disengage. Don't need internet's approval for that. Your dad mentioned that Stepmom said/admitted she "treated [you] differently". Has she apologized directly to you? You were a child when she started… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

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MeFi comment - 3 months ago

As a divorced father of three, I do appreciate your problem/conundrum. You do sound like a well adjusted independent person who has thought out the issue. Whenever my ex, my kids or even the people that worked for me came to me pointing out a… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

One more thing. I believe anyone who goes ROTC and serves their 4 years and comes out as an officer, their resume is very compelling to an employer. They will have the maturity and discipline that an employer wants that, to this old guy, seems to be… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

My son was offered and accepted an ROTC scholarship. It covered tuition and room. Not sure about board. His obligation in exchange for the scholarship was 4 years. He also agreed for an additional 3 years in exchange for his choice of assignments… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 3 months ago

The article is online at the website for Distributed Denial of Secrets. It is worth the read. I was led to it by the linked article the subject of this post [more]
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MeFi comment - 4 months ago

Ask the parent of an upper class man if they have one you can have assuming they are not used above middle school as you suggested or if they have a recommendation. [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

Re #10. While the arrangement may be a little unusual, I do think it is reasonable given the financial aspects of it. Your request for boundaries is within reason for sure. I am just not sure it can be achieved in the short run. Re: #11, that… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

How long should I stay at my current job before finding a new one? Only as long as it takes to find a new job that pays what you want combined with the right job responsibilities and the right work environment. The only way to find this… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

I take between 5 and 10 a day. The key is to take them with food. If you take too many on an empty stomach, you can get a blockage in your intestines/colon. Then it becomes painful. Trust me on that. Since I have been taking fiber pills, my… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

My first ever public speaking was in front of 1,000 people. I was scared shitless. But, I had prepared and was confident in what I was about to say. I got through it. People said I talked too fast. I did. I just wanted it to end. Anyway, I… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

-I might respond with, "Wow, that is more than I thought it would be. Thank you so much for picking up the tab. Next time we see each other, I will buy you dinner. Thanks again." [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

My father's second wife (not my mother) was in a similar situation. Dementia and me and my brothers having despised her for decades. We came to realize that for all her faults, she really cared about our dad. She was also in a precarious position… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

Right at Home with the Guests (suitable suggestion) [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

I think you are looking at it as the company is buying your time as opposed to buying your work product. Both are valid ways to consider it. I think the best thing to do would be to find out how your employer views it. I am not really sure how… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

I have 3 phones I use regularly with two lines. All Android phones. The primary is a Pixel 6 pro. I am running Android beta 14. I generally unlock the boatloader and root my phones. I also do a factory reset often. I backup often and right… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

Cold shower in the morning to get me going and a hot shower at night to slow me down. [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

It's only a thankless job/task if you are expecting thanks. If the reason you want them to say "That sounds terrific; go for it" is because you think it will help with a promotion or salary or your career, I would use the script that… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

How about liquid calories for breakfast and/or lunch? A protein shake, even something like Ensure, might help you get in a routine whereby all of your calories are not consumed in the evening. I like working out on an empty stomach too, and I find… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 4 months ago

It doesn't say it, but I think their names are Hunt and Peck. [more]
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MeFi comment - 5 months ago

Money is fungible. So are gift cards. If you are concerned about a name on the card, YOU use the card given to you and buy a new one at the grocery store to give away. You don't benefit and the move has the effect of "laundering" the… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

I have two IG accounts. One, I use to view my kid's and my friend's posts and will occasionally, ok rarely, post something like a happy birthday picture of my kid from 20 years ago. I will like things that friends and family post, but nothing else… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

I am divorced. Without going into details, I was concerned about my ex who was in therapy, on medication, and had said things that made me worried about her. (Spoiler alert: It all worked out without anything materially bad happening to them.)… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

You do not have to speak to EJ. Ask your nrew firm to initiate an ACAT transfer. You will need to provide the information on your statement from Edward Jones such as account number. You may have to prove your identity by answering basic questions,… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

Maybe I am missing something, but I don't relate to the issue as you describe it. Admittedly, I don't know your past questions you expect us to be familiar with. It seems to me that if you just want to vent and you don't want advice or judgement, and… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

I have three kids now in their late 20s. One, has had a stint in rehab for prescription drugs, one is in the military and pees in a bottle almost weekly and has never tried drugs except he has had a few beers in his life, and the third is a Saturday… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

The decision by the judge for the 14 day injunction was for the SECOND transfer. The first transfer was already allowed without sitting out a year. One of the plaintiffs or one of the witnesses testified that the limitation was torteous… [more]
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MeFi comment - 5 months ago

Why wouldn't you? Is it that you are afraid the insurer will raise your rates? Either you inform your insurer or you effectively self insure. I guess that is a risk v reward coupled with a financial analysis decision. When I added (by the… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

I went to the two day Willie Nelson 90th birthday bash at the Hollywood Bowl this past summer and then saw him again at Forest Hills. (Bob Weir and the Wolf Brothers opened for Willie at Forest Hills). Lots of covers by a wide range of artists at… [more]
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MeFi comment - 5 months ago

As a Yankees fan, this is terrific news. We get Juan Soto, the Blue Jays get...nothing (yet). Never thought LeBron could or would get upstaged in LA. [more]
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MeFi comment - 5 months ago

I think it is both a complex complicated question and that the answer is women. The way I would answer it knowing your gf reactions so far is to think of it as if someone had a gun to your head and said you had to choose one or the other, no… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

Also, if you do not already have an unlimited data plan, it might be worth it to get one for one month. What is your privacy worth to you? Look for unlimited data and hot spot tethering. [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

The proper solution is to take the ACT. [more]
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MeFi comment - 5 months ago

Proton has a free VPN tier. Use Incognito or private mode in the browser. In every browser you can delete the history. In Chrome, go to settings, privacy and security and there is an option to delete history. Also delete cookies. Never save a… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

No suggestion that has not already been mentioned, but want to say I LOVE Donnie Baseball's name (and DB is a cutie). My favorite player growing up after Thurman Munson is/was Donnie Baseball. Maybe butter him up (see what I did there) by telling… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 5 months ago

I have had a family member hit rock bottom and ASK for help. They just celebrated their 3 year anniversary of being clean and sober. I think you are correct in focusing on your mom rather than on AS getting into recovery. Your mom will always be… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 6 months ago

Just because you left the job does not mean the mail is not for you. Maybe someone at Friends got the initial inquiry and told the IRS you were at your address. Maybe the IRS is inquiring about something you may have knowledge of, but are no longer… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 6 months ago

In the 80s, I was at a Grateful Dead concert in literally the front row (standing) against the wall. I swear Jerry looked at me and smiled. Later in the show, I was pretty sure he was playing flavored notes. Lots of Cherry and some lemon. None of… [more]
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MetaTalk comment - 6 months ago

For whatever reason or for no reason, this person has become a first class flake. I think your plan to ask for the ticket to be transferred to you is a good one. It calls the issue. He transfers the ticket and you Venmo him the cost. I just would… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 6 months ago

I found the IRS was very reachable and very accommodating when I had to set up a payment plan for a relative. I would call the number on the letter. If they are not reasonable, look into an Offer In Compromise (OIC). When you speak to the IRS, ask… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 6 months ago

Loudon Wainwright III (Rufus' dad for you yunguns). So, while he has written some comedy novelty songs like Dead Skunk which hit #16 on Casey Kasem's Top 40 in 1973 (at the same time as Walk on the Wild Side by Lou Reed), many of his songs are… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 6 months ago

I also add that if there are several couples and one single, in my circles, the couples cover the single. A simple, you guys have generously paid the last X times. It is my turn. I insist. Then ask the waiter to give you the bill and pay. It is… [more]
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Ask MeFi comment - 6 months ago

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