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Comment on Post breakup ramblings in ~life
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Comment on Tildes Demographics Survey, year… uh, it’s 2024? in ~tildes
clem Link ParentI vaguely remember TheMeerkat mentioning that there was trouble completing the charts or other visualizations, and see now from their post history that they have not been here since April, so...I...I vaguely remember TheMeerkat mentioning that there was trouble completing the charts or other visualizations, and see now from their post history that they have not been here since April, so...I wouldn't get my hopes up.
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Comment on What are some of your favorite stews/soups? in ~food
clem Link ParentI at least got away with adding extra garlic. My wife is not that into garlic, but I used a whole head of the stuff in this to help make up for the lack of spiciness. I can't believe the recipe...I at least got away with adding extra garlic. My wife is not that into garlic, but I used a whole head of the stuff in this to help make up for the lack of spiciness. I can't believe the recipe only calls for two cloves...c'mon.
Now I remembered that I actually do have a favorite soup, it's just been a long time since I've had it: avgolemono! It's pretty simple Greek soup with rice, but the broth is thick and lemony. Back when I was a young church-goer, they would always serve it after the midnight service on Good Friday. And my Mom's version was even better. It's so thick and rich and delicious.
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Comment on What are some of your favorite stews/soups? in ~food
clem (edited )LinkI made this white chicken chili last night to eat tonight (it took me until 8:30 to finish it last night, plus chili always tastes better the next day, so it made sense to do it this way):...I made this white chicken chili last night to eat tonight (it took me until 8:30 to finish it last night, plus chili always tastes better the next day, so it made sense to do it this way): https://www.cookingclassy.com/white-chicken-chili/#jump-to-recipe. I sort of followed the recipe except:
- I doubled it, since I'm not going to do all that work for a small batch
- I used chickpeas and black beans instead of cannellini beans
- I used bell peppers instead of green chilies, since my family can't handle spice (I added plenty of cayenne and crushed red pepper to mine)
- The broth was made from the leftovers of a chicken cooked in barbecue sauce, so it had a lot of that flavor
- I added a can of crushed tomatoes, since to me, it doesn't seem like chili without any tomatoes
- I fried the peppers with the onions and garlic, and all for way longer, before adding the other stuff
- I added the spices to cook before deglazing with the broth
- I left out the cilantro, since my wife is a "cilantro tastes like soap" person
- There wasn't a ton of chicken left; maybe just 1 cup
So...it was really more like my recipe than that one, but it's the first time in a while I've followed a recipe for chili rather than just winging it, so I figured I should listen a little to someone who knew something about chili. It turned out good. Not the best thing ever, but I'll make it again.
I'm honestly not sure I have a favorite soup; or maybe it's just that none of the soups I make turn out amazing. I made a version of this one years ago and it actually was quite excellent, but it's been many years, and I don't think my family would like it. I frequently make chicken soup, and while I used to be pretty good at it, the past several times I've made it it's just been meh. It's always nice and hearty, but I'd like some nice complex savory flavors to go along with that heartiness. So I'm looking forward to exploring some of these suggestions.
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Comment on Is 67 just brain rot? in ~humanities.languages
clem Link ParentMy 8 year-old also learned it recently. It sounds like it's constant at his school and my wife's school (she teaches at the middle school). This is one meme that I sort of enjoy, though; it seems...My 8 year-old also learned it recently. It sounds like it's constant at his school and my wife's school (she teaches at the middle school). This is one meme that I sort of enjoy, though; it seems generally meaningless and totally harmless. My response is usually "8-9." And I figure my enjoyment of it will actually probably make it go away faster (also, on Halloween I saw one adult walking around with a 6 and 7 balloon).
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Comment on Looking for movies that combine religion mythology and supernatural elements in ~movies
clem (edited )LinkThe Devil's Advocate fits that description well. It's a weird movie, pretty uncomfortable in some parts, but I like it overall. I'll see if I can think of any others. Edit: Not a movie, but I...The Devil's Advocate fits that description well. It's a weird movie, pretty uncomfortable in some parts, but I like it overall. I'll see if I can think of any others.
Edit: Not a movie, but I liked the TV series Roar when it came out. This was back when I was 15, mind you. The religious aspect is that the main antagonist is Longinus, who pierced Jesus Christ with a spear and has been cursed with eternal life as a result. I'm starting to realize that this show might actually be why I find this trope so appealing. I think it made a significant impression on me as a teenager.
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Comment on The same-name club made up entirely of Shirleys is dying out in ~life
clem Link ParentKinda random, but when I was little, my aunt's boyfriend called me Shirley (my name is Charlie), I think just to get me to say, "Don't call me Shirley!"Kinda random, but when I was little, my aunt's boyfriend called me Shirley (my name is Charlie), I think just to get me to say, "Don't call me Shirley!"
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Comment on Microsoft warns that Windows 10 reaches end of support today in ~tech
clem LinkThanks for the update. It's weird that Windows didn't inform me about this. Signing up was super easy, though I'm annoyed that I had to finally sign in. I figure they were probably tracking me...Thanks for the update. It's weird that Windows didn't inform me about this. Signing up was super easy, though I'm annoyed that I had to finally sign in. I figure they were probably tracking me anyway, though.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
clem Link ParentThanks for the hype! I've chosen Silksong over Hades 2 for now, but I need comments like these to convince me to get to Hades 2 afterward. Hades 1 was so good, so it's crazy to hear that the...Thanks for the hype! I've chosen Silksong over Hades 2 for now, but I need comments like these to convince me to get to Hades 2 afterward. Hades 1 was so good, so it's crazy to hear that the sequel is just as good if not better.
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Comment on What common misunderstanding do you want to clear up? in ~talk
clem Link ParentI just find it annoying considering that this makes "literally" mean its exact opposite. It doesn't bother me that much, though, because I don't think its use this way will literally kill its use...I just find it annoying considering that this makes "literally" mean its exact opposite. It doesn't bother me that much, though, because I don't think its use this way will literally kill its use based on its literal definition. But to be an annoying old person, I'll share a conversation that I imagined while in the shower this morning as I was thinking about your comment.
Me to young person I know (I don't think I actually know anyone who talks like this, though my 8 year-old did use the word "sus" yesterday without knowing what it meant): Hey, I can't watch it right now, how's the Red Wings game going?
My bad caricature of a young person: OMG it's such a great game, I'm literally there right now
Me: Wow! I thought you lived like 5 hours away from Detroit, did you get a good seat?
YP: lol, what? I'm at home
Me: But you just said...
YP: OK Boomer. 💀
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Comment on Why do some gamers invert their controls? Scientists now have answers, but they’re not what you think. in ~games
clem Link ParentAha--you're right! I think that's finally the explanation for why it feels more natural to me. The "handle on the back of the head" image was close, but this is perfect.Aha--you're right! I think that's finally the explanation for why it feels more natural to me. The "handle on the back of the head" image was close, but this is perfect.
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Comment on What are some “sore thumb” lyrics for you? in ~music
clem LinkThis one random line in the chorus of the Carolina Chocolate Drops' "Country Girl": First of all, when I listen to it, the line sounds like, "I wanna shut your mouth," and so I'm constantly...This one random line in the chorus of the Carolina Chocolate Drops' "Country Girl":
I am a country girl
I've been around the world
And every place I've been
Ain't quite nothin' like
Livin' in the South
Oh honey, shut your mouth
I am a country girl
I am a country girlFirst of all, when I listen to it, the line sounds like, "I wanna shut your mouth," and so I'm constantly like...why? I'm just here listening to the song! I didn't say anything! The actual line makes more sense, but it's still weird to me. I otherwise like the song quite a bit despite being a white guy from Michigan. And it's actually sorta fun making fun of that line, especially if I'm listening with my son.
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Comment on Give us your hot takes on the latest Nintendo Direct in ~games
clem Link ParentThanks for the warning. I've already hacked my Switch, but only to make the Master Sword unbreakable in Tears of the Kingdom (and adjust the durability of other weapons), and have had no problems...Thanks for the warning. I've already hacked my Switch, but only to make the Master Sword unbreakable in Tears of the Kingdom (and adjust the durability of other weapons), and have had no problems because of it. But maybe I'll hold off on pirating stuff on it and just play a rom on my PC or something.
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Comment on Give us your hot takes on the latest Nintendo Direct in ~games
clem LinkHot take: While watching, I was excited to play Galaxy 1 and 2 again, thinking, Hmm, I'd pay maybe $30 for them. When they announced the price at $40 each (so $50 more than I wanted to spend), I...Hot take: While watching, I was excited to play Galaxy 1 and 2 again, thinking, Hmm, I'd pay maybe $30 for them. When they announced the price at $40 each (so $50 more than I wanted to spend), I lost interest. I'll consider just taking my Wii out to play the first one again some time and wait for the second to go on sale. I've also considered going full pirate-mode with my original Switch once I pick up a Switch 2.
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Comment on Hollow Knight: Silksong will cost $20, releases Thursday at 7 am PDT/10 am EDT in ~games
clem Link ParentWith sequels I sometimes like to think about the value I've gotten from the previous game, and for me Hollow Knight is a good example. Did I get more than $15 worth of enjoyment from the first...... so my idea was to wait for a discount in a year or two... now I am not more sure anymore... could it be the game I will buy on day one?
With sequels I sometimes like to think about the value I've gotten from the previous game, and for me Hollow Knight is a good example. Did I get more than $15 worth of enjoyment from the first game? Did I get $35 worth of enjoyment from it? Heck yes. So it's kind of a no-brainer. I owe them an extra $20, so I'll pick it up, no questions asked. That helps me from having to spoil anything in the game or spend time researching it.
I've of course gotten burned because of this strategy (Civ 6, Sports Story, Echoes of Wisdom), but when I think about it in terms of simply supporting franchises I've gotten a ton of entertainment from, I don't feel bad about it.
All of that said...there's nothing wrong with waiting. Silksong will still be there waiting for you whenever it inevitably goes on sale, the devs are clearly not hurting for money, and there are way more good games to play than there is time to play them!
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Comment on What is the most insane, tedious, difficult, and/or noteworthy gaming achievement you have completed or given up on? in ~games
clem LinkNot technically an achievement by your definition (and honestly not that impressive), but I did get to Gannon [sic] without picking up a sword in the original Legend of Zelda. This was something...Not technically an achievement by your definition (and honestly not that impressive), but I did get to Gannon [sic] without picking up a sword in the original Legend of Zelda. This was something like 20 years ago, but if I remember right, the hardest part was the blue darknuts in level 5 leading up to getting more bombs. Bombs are the key to playing the game without a sword, and dodging those darknuts while placing bombs at the right times so that they'd walk into them was not easy. But it was tons of fun chilling with my friends in my college days trying that out. The ending is very unsatisfying: you get to Ganon and can't do anything. So you have to go back and get the sword to actually finish the game.
My favorite silly achievement: Don't play The Stanley Parable for five years.
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Comment on The vast majority ~90% of us only consume, never post and never comment. So come on in, leave a tildes-worthy comment, and join the 10% my dear lurker in ~talk
clem Link ParentA joke I read about getting more chickens: it takes as much time to care for 20 chickens as it does 10, so why not get 40? I have sorta found that to be true, but from the moment I planned to get...A joke I read about getting more chickens: it takes as much time to care for 20 chickens as it does 10, so why not get 40? I have sorta found that to be true, but from the moment I planned to get chickens, I planned on an Edible Acres-style chicken composting system, so I've been working toward this for a long time and am surely biased because of it.
I think we've finally figured out Peckbeak's story (/u/datavoid might be interested too): I know for sure that my son (~6 at the time) was too rough with her and had trouble understanding that this was problematic. What I'm pretty sure happened as a result was that he threw her near the rooster and the rooster reacted in that moment the way roosters do. My son was horrified and absolutely learned his lesson, but Peckbeak died because of it. It took us over a year to get that full story, but he has always maintained that he didn't directly kill her and that the rooster was involved.
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Comment on The vast majority ~90% of us only consume, never post and never comment. So come on in, leave a tildes-worthy comment, and join the 10% my dear lurker in ~talk
clem Link ParentNot to dismiss your overall point, but from my perspective, I disagree. I am also a lurker and that is who I am. I don't often form strong opinions and so I don't feel the need to express them....Not to dismiss your overall point, but from my perspective, I disagree. I am also a lurker and that is who I am. I don't often form strong opinions and so I don't feel the need to express them. And when I read about a topic I don't know much about, I actually think it's better to stay quiet to avoid adding to the noise. This is especially true for political, scientific, or other important topics. I feel like the constant noise on those topics has been harmful to society as a whole. On those matters we should hear from experts and no one else. If I have a clarification question, that's reasonable, but no one needs to hear my "hot take." People are generally better off without hearing "hot takes."
I'm not a lurker everywhere, though; I am quite active on /r/composting and /r/Permaculture, but there's no equivalent here. There are plenty of people here who are interested in gardening/homesteading/etc., but there's nowhere here to focus on those topics other than scattered threads. This isn't the place for a discussion of those specifics. For example, few people here care that yesterday I collected 4 gallons of coffee grounds, 3 gallons of Mexican food, and 2 gallons of veggie scraps to add to my compost operation (though if you're interested in a less-specific discussion of that, here's a recent post).
Not that I'm trying to dismiss your ideas! I'm sure you're right to encourage lurkers to overcome any anxiety about it and share their thoughts. But some lurkers, like me, surely have good reasons to keep quiet.
Plus I often browse Tildes on my phone, and I'm not logged in there (and hate typing on my phone anyway).
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Comment on Happily sharing that one of my all-time favorite sites, LooksLikeGoodDesign, is (partially) back online in ~design
clem Link ParentThere we go; I appreciate this version that doesn't change my mouse pointer into a square block. I can't say that was a good impression of actually being "good design," but I also wasn't that...There we go; I appreciate this version that doesn't change my mouse pointer into a square block. I can't say that was a good impression of actually being "good design," but I also wasn't that surprised.
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Comment on Share the contents of an old file you've got lying around in ~talk
clem LinkAlright, here's the dorkiest old thing I could find quickly: https://i.imgur.com/L8KqLJr.png It's a spreadsheet from apparently the start of the '97-'98 hockey season with my "career statistics."...Alright, here's the dorkiest old thing I could find quickly: https://i.imgur.com/L8KqLJr.png
It's a spreadsheet from apparently the start of the '97-'98 hockey season with my "career statistics." I actually have another version floating around that has my whole career mapped out until my early 40s. I think I even planned out when I would retire from my lengthy career with the Detroit Red Wings.
I do actually still play...on a "beer league" team once a week. But my dream of NHL success is long, long dead!
P.S. Also note that I apparently neglected to type my sequential ages correctly. My current actual age is discernible from this spreadsheet, but I am not quite 45, as it suggests!
I don't have a lot to add, but one thing that helped me when I was going through something similar many years ago was to "leave her in the woods." Simply: I walked out to a remote place in the woods and left all my pain in that spot. I think maybe I buried a piece of paper with her name on it, but you could do other symbolic gestures: carve her name into a dead tree, bury a memento, (safely!) burn a piece of paper with her name on it, etc.
I also screamed at the top of my lungs and wept. It felt great. And by "great," I guess I mean horrible, but it was cathartic.
It wasn't, like, a full recovery or anything, but it certainly helped. I think at this stage it's all about getting that pain out of your heart, and any way you can do that is good.
Sorry for not having anything to say about your explanations; all of that is kind of between you and her, and I'm afraid that your "Pause" moment of "she doesn’t need a reason at all to end things" might sum it all up. I know all about all of those kind of explanations, but at the end of the day, she wouldn't have ended it if it wasn't what she wanted. I could be wrong, of course, but that's what I take from your post. Sorry to say it so frankly. I hope you can start to feel better soon.