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Comment on What watch do you wear daily? in ~hobbies
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Comment on What books helped you deal with the anxiety of life's uncertainties? in ~books
ViridianDream Link ParentYes! I came here just to say Jonathan Livingston Seagull because I just finished it two days ago. Part four of the book felt tonally different from the first three but I still got something out of jt.Yes! I came here just to say Jonathan Livingston Seagull because I just finished it two days ago. Part four of the book felt tonally different from the first three but I still got something out of jt.
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Comment on Favorite hobby / subculture YouTube channels? in ~hobbies
ViridianDream (edited )Link ParentOh man I was heavily invested in Scott Manley's Kerbal Space Program videos for a solid two years. Something about hearing someone who actually understands orbital mechanics talk about the subject...Oh man I was heavily invested in Scott Manley's Kerbal Space Program videos for a solid two years. Something about hearing someone who actually understands orbital mechanics talk about the subject while playing a quirky (and sometimes broken) simulation game is very satisfying to me.
Edit: I don't think anybody has mentioned Horror Stories
Really neat content about horrible accidents, mass slayings, and the occasional inhumane medical experiment. What I enjoy most is his presentation style, it feels very neat and well-researched. It's my favorite YouTube rabbit-hole but he posts very infrequently. -
Comment on Fitness Weekly Discussion in ~health
ViridianDream Link ParentCongrats on the double milestones! I know that can feel incredible. If your schedule and area allow it, consider joining a 24 hour gym. I personally don't like working out around a bunch of people...Congrats on the double milestones! I know that can feel incredible. If your schedule and area allow it, consider joining a 24 hour gym. I personally don't like working out around a bunch of people unless I'm with a friend, even then I'm not a fan. But that 3AM workout when nobody else is around and it's just you and the mirror?chef's kiss
Also it might be valuable to you to find a sport that you know you could be passionate about. For me it was rock climbing (my city has a few indoor gyms that are quite good)
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Comment on Any tips for games for two or more players? in ~games.tabletop
ViridianDream LinkScythe Very cool 1920's-ish alternate history resource gathering/territory expansion game with different factions that have different bonuses regarding both mech and hero character mobility. There...Scythe
Very cool 1920's-ish alternate history resource gathering/territory expansion game with different factions that have different bonuses regarding both mech and hero character mobility. There are a few ways to collect/move resources and there are combat elements as well. For me the most fun way to win is through intimidation tactics since the game has a combat element. The best way to win is to 'pick six things to be good at', which is faction dependent assuming you want to play that way. I made a thread about it a couple months ago here: hot singles in your area lol
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
ViridianDream LinkFallout: New Vegas I just finished a playthrough of the base game (after a decade of never touching it) before I learned that my friend had access to all of the DLC content, which I had never seen...Fallout: New Vegas
I just finished a playthrough of the base game (after a decade of never touching it) before I learned that my friend had access to all of the DLC content, which I had never seen before. So I started a new playthrough and raced to level 15 before starting Old World Blues, which is what I'm currently on. I've always done high sneak/guns/lockpick builds but this time I'm prioritizing energy weapons (already at 100), science, explosives and medicine, which has been a nice change of pace. There is not a problem that spamming 40mm grenades cannot solve.
I know I'll want to do another playthrough after this one so I was considering doing a beefy melee build just because I would find it consistently funny to smash ghouls with rebar clubs. -
Comment on I'm gonna be a dad! in ~life.men
ViridianDream Link ParentI've seen multiple dads mention the delayed-bonding thing, which blows my mind a little because I've never even thought about that being a possibility lol. And yeah I expect her emotions to be...I've seen multiple dads mention the delayed-bonding thing, which blows my mind a little because I've never even thought about that being a possibility lol. And yeah I expect her emotions to be explosive at a minimum afterwards haha.
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Comment on I'm gonna be a dad! in ~life.men
ViridianDream Link ParentThank you, man. I for sure have the restaurants and sex part handled lol. I want us to go on a nice trip soon since we both have solid incomes now.Thank you, man. I for sure have the restaurants and sex part handled lol. I want us to go on a nice trip soon since we both have solid incomes now.
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I'm gonna be a dad!
I found out today that I'm gonna be a dad. I'm partially in shock but still overwhelmingly excited. Dads, chime in and give me useful advice!
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Starting out making music
I got my friend a midi beatpad a while ago and he's about to start using it to experiment with music. Does anyone have any tips I can pass on? Any help with software/equipment would be greatly...
I got my friend a midi beatpad a while ago and he's about to start using it to experiment with music. Does anyone have any tips I can pass on? Any help with software/equipment would be greatly appreciated.
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Comment on What are you reading these days? in ~books
ViridianDream Link ParentFMR Magazine Vol. 5 (Oct. 1984) has a neat section pertaining to the Ottomans. It's especially cool if you're interested in art history. Recently found it at a bookstore that I am gatekeeping >:)FMR Magazine Vol. 5 (Oct. 1984) has a neat section pertaining to the Ottomans. It's especially cool if you're interested in art history. Recently found it at a bookstore that I am gatekeeping >:)
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Comment on If you came into a lot of money, what would be the indulgent thing you would buy? in ~talk
ViridianDream Link ParentI came here to talk about that specifically.I came here to talk about that specifically.
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Comment on What have you been listening to this week? in ~music
ViridianDream Link ParentDidn't listen to any of this because I've been in a loud environment the past few hours. But the album Hamas Arc by Muslimgauze might be of interest to you.Didn't listen to any of this because I've been in a loud environment the past few hours. But the album Hamas Arc by Muslimgauze might be of interest to you.
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Comment on What have you been listening to this week? in ~music
ViridianDream (edited )Link ParentYes dude, Darkrhrone. In the Shadow of the Horns is the track that comes to mind first. Also pls show me some cool Japanese death/doom if you know of more. Nobody in my 'real' life loves metal...Yes dude, Darkrhrone. In the Shadow of the Horns is the track that comes to mind first.
Also pls show me some cool Japanese death/doom if you know of more. Nobody in my 'real' life loves metal music to the extent that I do so it's refreshing to be able to talk about it. I hate having to fill the air in car-rides with my 'acceptable' music. -
Comment on Lost media in ~talk
ViridianDream Link ParentHaha yes I knew it. Old neurons fired when you said that.Haha yes I knew it. Old neurons fired when you said that.
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Comment on Lost media in ~talk
ViridianDream Link ParentDoes Weebl and Bob ring a bell?Does Weebl and Bob ring a bell?
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Comment on Lost media in ~talk
ViridianDream LinkDoes anyone remember ffffound.com? It's been shut down for years at this point but it was basically a more interesting version of pinterest/stumbleupon. Although it was more focused on curated...Does anyone remember ffffound.com? It's been shut down for years at this point but it was basically a more interesting version of pinterest/stumbleupon. Although it was more focused on curated images/inspo content rather than blogs and rare web pages. If anyone knows of any small-ish site similar to that pls share.
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Just got a Microsoft Surface Pro 9, need help
It's been years since I've had to use a an actual computer for anything serious and I want to regain my literacy with them. The height of my computer usage was the Windows XP/Vista era. I got it...
It's been years since I've had to use a an actual computer for anything serious and I want to regain my literacy with them. The height of my computer usage was the Windows XP/Vista era. I got it because I wanted to throw myself into a couple of different programming/coding courses.
I chose the Surface Pro because of the detachable keyboard/stylus setup and the fact that I don't have a good way to set up a desktop computer. Also I've always fantasized about being able to do work in a coffee shop or in a comfy chair by a lake lol.
Can anyone share some tips/tricks that might be useful to me? Anything from hotkeys, task management related things, or just general quality of life things I should know about would be super helpful. I'm so used to smartphones being able to do everything and feel like I'm a little in over my head here. Thanks in advance.12 votes -
Comment on Does anybody play Scythe? in ~games.tabletop
ViridianDream Link ParentOnce I get a computer (soon) I'll revisit this thread and try to get a group started.Once I get a computer (soon) I'll revisit this thread and try to get a group started.
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Comment on Armored Core VI discussion in ~games
ViridianDream Link ParentSmall world because I literally sent that meme to my friend when he told me about it lmaoooSmall world because I literally sent that meme to my friend when he told me about it lmaooo
I've been wearing the Baltic Aquascaphe Classic Black Cream for over two years now. I originally couldn't afford to order it with the beads-of-rice bracelet, so I just opted for the silicone/rubber tropic strap (which started to fall apart after about a year and a half, despite me occasionally swapping it out with NATO straps).
I ordered the 'official' branded bracelet from Baltic on the two year anniversary of me receiving the watch (I'm sentimental) and love it. During the warmer months I prefer my mustard-yellow or sky-blue NATO.