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  1. Comment on Why HOAs are everywhere now in ~life

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    They’re not. They seem to be another US only oddity.

    They’re not. They seem to be another US only oddity.

    5 votes

  2. Comment on What everyday things can you replace with a higher-quality alternative? in ~life

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    I actually bought a thermopen recently for cooking. I had a cheap meat thermometer from Amazon that I used to use, but it would take a minute or more to settle on a temperature. The thermopen...

    I actually bought a thermopen recently for cooking. I had a cheap meat thermometer from Amazon that I used to use, but it would take a minute or more to settle on a temperature.

    The thermopen settles on an accurate temperature in probably 2-3 seconds. Even going from a pot of ice water, to a pan of hot oil.

    1 vote

  3. Comment on What are some of your favorite "meeting games?" in ~games

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    Universal Paperclips - https://www.decisionproblem.com/paperclips/index2.html It’s a bit like cookie clicker, but much more depth. I hate cookie clicker, but this has so much verity, and the best...

    Universal Paperclips - https://www.decisionproblem.com/paperclips/index2.html

    It’s a bit like cookie clicker, but much more depth. I hate cookie clicker, but this has so much verity, and the best part is it actually has an end goal, rather than going on forever.

    3 votes

  4. Comment on What are some things you do "the old fashioned way," which might come with unexpected benefits over the modern, "improved" way of doing things? in ~talk

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    In the UK we have a system called DirectDebit which is a national (and regulated) standard that most companies that charge recurring bills offer. Basically it’s an agreement for them to directly...

    In the UK we have a system called DirectDebit which is a national (and regulated) standard that most companies that charge recurring bills offer. Basically it’s an agreement for them to directly take the agreed amount from your bank account on the agreed day of the month.

    You don’t have to use this, but most companies give a discount for using it as it’s easier for them, and you.

    2 votes

  5. Comment on Fitness Weekly Discussion in ~health

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    Oh, totally. I’ve got no desire to show off to anyone about what I can lift. I’m more interested about not screwing up my back/shoulders.

    Oh, totally. I’ve got no desire to show off to anyone about what I can lift. I’m more interested about not screwing up my back/shoulders.

    1 vote

  6. Comment on Fitness Weekly Discussion in ~health

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    Did my first deadlift at the gym today. I only started lifting weights at my work gym a few months back and felt like I’d worked my way up to a deadlift. I’d done some reading about ideal form so...

    Did my first deadlift at the gym today. I only started lifting weights at my work gym a few months back and felt like I’d worked my way up to a deadlift.

    I’d done some reading about ideal form so I didn’t hurt my back, but had no idea what my starting weight should even be. I put 10kg of plates on (as I said, literally no idea what to start at) and gave it a go, and was much easier than I thought. Ended up at 60kg for my first session which felt like a decent start. I don’t think I’ll raise the weight for a while until I’m sure I’m not hurting my back and I’ve got the form down.

    A few months ago, I wouldn’t have ever understood how someone could enjoy weight lifting, but I think I get the appeal now.

    2 votes

  7. Comment on What are your favorite "durable" food items that would be good in a backpack? in ~food

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    Protein balls are quite a good one. You can skip adding the protein powder if you like, then it’s basically just Oates, honey, peanut butter, chocolate chips. There’s plenty of variations if you...

    Protein balls are quite a good one. You can skip adding the protein powder if you like, then it’s basically just Oates, honey, peanut butter, chocolate chips. There’s plenty of variations if you search for recipes. But I throw them in my backpack at work and they keep fine (I’d probably keep them in in a fridge as long as possible, but once they’re out they’ll keep a day or so without being chilled)

    4 votes

  8. Comment on What would you like to see in your dream food blog? in ~food

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    I like to know the science behind some recipes (especially with baking/fermenting) but if you’ve already looked at J Kenji Lopez then you’ll be aiming at the kind of thing I’m after. If you’re...

    I like to know the science behind some recipes (especially with baking/fermenting) but if you’ve already looked at J Kenji Lopez then you’ll be aiming at the kind of thing I’m after.

    If you’re from America, put metric quantities of ingredients, and metric oven temperatures. If your going to be doing baking, don’t put use cups (I always skip recipes that use cups for baking).

    If you’re writing recipes, cut down on the story. I just want the recipe and nothing else. If you’re writing about food in general or a specific topic then more long form writing is fine.

    Nice photos. They don’t have to be studio/professional quality. But better than some of the (frankly) awful pictures people post on sites like allrecipes.com

    Another bug bear of mine, is sites not clearly showing how many servings a recipe is for, or how many X the recipe will make.

    Good luck, hope it goes well and you come back to give us a link to it when it’s ready!

    3 votes