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Comment on New hard / mil SciFi read recommendations requested - just finished a marathon series in ~books
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Comment on New hard / mil SciFi read recommendations requested - just finished a marathon series in ~books
kai_re Link ParentI second Project Hail Mary and recommend going into it blind, e.g., don't read summaries or the blurb on the back cover :)I second Project Hail Mary and recommend going into it blind, e.g., don't read summaries or the blurb on the back cover :)
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Comment on What are some good stories told from non-human perspectives? in ~books
kai_re LinkChildren of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky is a sci-fi book with perspectives from humans and also jumping spiders. This is the first book in a series and is excellent. Female spiders tend to be...Children of Time by Adrian Tchaikovsky is a sci-fi book with perspectives from humans and also jumping spiders. This is the first book in a series and is excellent. Female spiders tend to be larger than males, which lends to further interesting perspectives from within a spider society. This book series has perspectives from AI, as well as alien and other intelligent animals too. I highly recommend the first 2 books! As a bonus, I am less creeped out by spiders and able to appreciate them more after having read them :3
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Comment on What is your strangely specific phobia? in ~talk
kai_re Link ParentWhat if it's preshelled or shredded? Like crab or lobster bisque? I'm mostly ok with sea crustaceans. They aren't the same "dry and crispy" that freaks me out about dead land bugs. Tiny shrimp can...What if it's preshelled or shredded? Like crab or lobster bisque?
I'm mostly ok with sea crustaceans. They aren't the same "dry and crispy" that freaks me out about dead land bugs. Tiny shrimp can get a little weird for me though. Especially mouthfuls of tiny shrimp - even if it tastes good.
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Comment on What is your strangely specific phobia? in ~talk
kai_re Link ParentMe too. The disturbing part for me is I can imagine the texture if I were to crush them, so it's worse if they have an exoskeleton. If I am to pick one up, I need enough wadded up paper towel that...Me too. The disturbing part for me is I can imagine the texture if I were to crush them, so it's worse if they have an exoskeleton. If I am to pick one up, I need enough wadded up paper towel that I don't feel or hear anything crunch, or better yet, a vacuum. There's also something uncomfortable about seeing all the legs pulled in - mostly for spiders than other insects. My partner isn't phased by dead bugs and considers them "dirt". I wish I could see it the same way!
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Comment on a/s/l? Tildes user survey question. in ~tildes
kai_re Link ParentI've been playing Marvel Rivals on PC with my partner. Less often, we'll play V Rising.I've been playing Marvel Rivals on PC with my partner. Less often, we'll play V Rising.
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Comment on a/s/l? Tildes user survey question. in ~tildes
kai_re Link39/f/PNW, US I used to work in big tech but now my focus is recovering from burnout and rebuilding my physical strength. I have one cat and one partner and my main hobby is playing video games....39/f/PNW, US
I used to work in big tech but now my focus is recovering from burnout and rebuilding my physical strength. I have one cat and one partner and my main hobby is playing video games. Once my burnout starts to resolve and my body calms down from long term effects of stress, I'll probably start to enjoy other things again.
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Comment on Snacks that aren't just sugar or crazy salty in ~food
kai_re LinkI'll snack on Greek yogurt sometimes. I like the unflavored, full fat kind and drizzle a little honey on top. It's mildly engaging in that I like to get the right proportion of honey to yogurt for...I'll snack on Greek yogurt sometimes. I like the unflavored, full fat kind and drizzle a little honey on top. It's mildly engaging in that I like to get the right proportion of honey to yogurt for each spoonful if you're into that sort of thing. I've also put cereal or granola in too.
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Comment on Book suggestions in ~books
kai_re LinkHave you read the Sunlit Man from Brandon Sanderson? It's relevant to Stormlight, especially Wind and Truth, so if you find yourself wanting more after finishing the book, it might be of interest...Have you read the Sunlit Man from Brandon Sanderson? It's relevant to Stormlight, especially Wind and Truth, so if you find yourself wanting more after finishing the book, it might be of interest to you. I read it after and was glad I did.
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Comment on What goals or ambitions do you have for 2025? in ~talk
kai_re LinkMy theme for this year is health, so my goal is to get my health back. Pre covid, I used to go bouldering a few times a week and was in great shape. After a string of injuries, some of which...My theme for this year is health, so my goal is to get my health back. Pre covid, I used to go bouldering a few times a week and was in great shape. After a string of injuries, some of which popped up with no causes, I'm now at a place where I can't sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
I've been stressed by work and long term exhaustion for many years and I think (or at least hope) it contributed greatly to my random physical ailments, but I'm doing a lot better, mentally, after getting layed off. I'm on cobra for insurance this year to try and get all my medical stuff figured out and hopefully resolved. After 3 months of freedom, I'm still burned out but no longer feel dread or the oppressing doom when I sit at my computer to be productive, whatever "productivity" would be. I recently started to work on a video game. My career started in the video games industry so I have experience in this, but this is a much easier type of game to work on than what I used to do. So I guess my second goal is to make progress on this game, but not at the expense of my health. I'm fortunate to be able to focus on my health this year. -
Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
kai_re LinkI've been playing Marvel Rivals with my partner! It's basically 3rd person Overwatch with Marvel characters. Some hero abilities are so similar we call them by their "Overwatch counterpart" names...I've been playing Marvel Rivals with my partner! It's basically 3rd person Overwatch with Marvel characters. Some hero abilities are so similar we call them by their "Overwatch counterpart" names 😄 First time playing, there was barely any learning curve because of how similarly it played to Overwatch, aside from learning new heros. The art, UI, graphics, and FX aren't Blizzard quality but it doesn't really affect gameplay as far as I could tell. I've settled into playing mostly Cloak & Dagger, who plays like a better Moira in that there's some aim assist, her healing shots are projectiles, and she has some decent offensive abilities. We usually go double healer, but sometimes my partner will switch to tank.
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Comment on You make friends *HERE*?! in ~tildes
kai_re Link Parent@elight I'm also interested and would join if there's room. It's been a few years since I've last played, so there's prob a lot of new content I haven't seen!I'm also interested and would join if there's room. It's been a few years since I've last played, so there's prob a lot of new content I haven't seen!
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Comment on Time for a new mouse? in ~comp
kai_re Link Parent@BeanBurrito If you decide to open up the mouse, you could also try cleaning the metal contacts with 99% isopropyl using q tips. I've "fixed" a few of my Logitech mice that developed unreliable...If you decide to open up the mouse, you could also try cleaning the metal contacts with 99% isopropyl using q tips. I've "fixed" a few of my Logitech mice that developed unreliable clicks this way and got to use my favorite mice long after they've been discontinued.
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Comment on What does it mean to you to be a human? in ~life
kai_re LinkSome things that come to mind are a package of instincts and desires, namely to belong and to improve. I am separating this from what it means to be a mammal or a living creature and just focusing...Some things that come to mind are a package of instincts and desires, namely to belong and to improve. I am separating this from what it means to be a mammal or a living creature and just focusing on the human aspect.
I've always felt a bit like a loner, and that I've preferred the company of animals, even though I know that is not truly what's best for me and replacing all my human contacts with animals wouldn't bring me more joy. But since I was a child, I was fascinated by having animal friends much more so than human friends, and still always felt a lacking in human connections or community. As I've grown older, I assume the need for this connection is my instinct for belonging. It's been a bit warped due to early traumas and also the isolation of modern society but despite being mostly alone as a young child, I still always wanted to belong to a "village". So far I've been happiest with a partner, my cat, and a close group of friends. Second happiest was when I was a kid and part of a church community with my dad.
Also since a child, I've been compelled to create and improve, and then improve upon my and others' creations. I still have this compulsion though it's been muddied by burn out and perfectionism. I assume this is instinct as well. I would also include improving my surroundings and improving myself to this instinct.
Another part of being human is being the dominant species on earth. I help shape the earth and the quality of life for the other creatures that live here. My current example is ants are allowed to exist outside in limited numbers and any that enter my home will discover the wrath and power of the resident human titans. BTW I don't blanket poison the outdoors to kill the ants - this is awful for the creatures outside and kills any insect that lands nearby, not to mention terrible for fish, frogs and waterways where that stuff inevitably ends up. I use ant bait. Bait in the spring and fall around the house exterior and it keeps their numbers down. If they do grow in numbers, it's away from the house.
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Comment on Favorite quick play tabletop game recommendations in ~games.tabletop
kai_re LinkMy partner and I bring So Clover whenever we go to a gathering in case there's an opportunity to play. It's easy to explain, easy to learn, and supports up to 6 per box (but can add another box...My partner and I bring So Clover whenever we go to a gathering in case there's an opportunity to play. It's easy to explain, easy to learn, and supports up to 6 per box (but can add another box for more ppl). It's also relatively short, like 30-40 mins for 6 ppl, and co-op. And no one has to "wait until it's their turn". The main limitation is it relies on understanding (simple) English words. It's kind of like Code Names but easier and more fun imo. Most of my ESL side of family can play.
Edit: I forgot to mention a big bonus is that ppl can easily drop in and out of this game
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Comment on Great shows with a truly satisfying ending? in ~tv
kai_re Link ParentGurren Lagann! I saw it last year and I couldn't watch anything else for a while because I needed time to let the story settle. I ended up watching the last couple episodes again to help with the...Gurren Lagann! I saw it last year and I couldn't watch anything else for a while because I needed time to let the story settle. I ended up watching the last couple episodes again to help with the closure. I have not done that with any other series.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
kai_re Link ParentI've been playing Balatro on mobile too. At first I thought $10 was too much for a phone game but it turns out I prefer it on mobile and don't play it on PC anymore. It's strange because I've...I've been playing Balatro on mobile too. At first I thought $10 was too much for a phone game but it turns out I prefer it on mobile and don't play it on PC anymore. It's strange because I've never been into mobile or handheld gaming before.
I didn't know about the big update! I'm looking forward to that now.
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
kai_re Link ParentOoh my partner and I have been playing quite a bit of Balatro. Love how you can really blow up the score. I got to my first game in the Es last week and that was a rush. I just unlocked a game...Ooh my partner and I have been playing quite a bit of Balatro. Love how you can really blow up the score. I got to my first game in the Es last week and that was a rush. I just unlocked a game changing joker a few days ago so I'm pretty excited to see it pop up one of these next plays. Lately I've been restarting the game until I see decent starting double tags and decide in the first 3-4 antes if I want to restart.
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Comment on Touch typing learning software in ~tech
kai_re LinkI learned on Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing in elementary. Also, my mom made me practice at home from a book on a typewriter. I was not allowed to use the corrective tape. By end of elementary, I was...I learned on Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing in elementary. Also, my mom made me practice at home from a book on a typewriter. I was not allowed to use the corrective tape. By end of elementary, I was doing around 50 - 60 wpm. Then I discovered Yahoo chat rooms, then MUDs and then Starcraft Brood War, where if I was going to say anything in a competitive realtime game, I was going to say it fast (I am female and was hypercompetitive because ppl used to think girls were bad at computer games). That got me to around 120 wpm by the time I was in college. 120 wpm with hunt-and-peck numbers and symbols... when I started programming in my mid 20s, I got a completely blank das keyboard to force myself to learn numbers and symbols. I'm approaching 40 now and my accuracy is still low with them :3
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Comment on Touch typing learning software in ~tech
kai_re Link ParentI typed in both qwerty and dvorak for a while and got up to 50 wpm on dvorak within a month or so (I type over 100 wpm in qwerty for comparison). Windows makes it pretty easy to switch keyboard...I typed in both qwerty and dvorak for a while and got up to 50 wpm on dvorak within a month or so (I type over 100 wpm in qwerty for comparison). Windows makes it pretty easy to switch keyboard layouts so I swapped back to qwerty whenever I needed, which turned out to be more often than not.
Dvorak felt better and was a lot smoother but I used a lot of hot keys for apps at work like Visual Studio, Maya, Photoshop, Unity, and then there's all the games. It wasn't worth it to me to have to remap hot keys, not to mention all the hot keys I gradually learned from others. I'm not even sure if some can be remapped since the entire team used them in the projects we were working in.
But it was fun to pop out all my keyboard keys and rearrange them to dvorak. My friends and coworkers got a kick of of it.
Yeah! I'm so excited for the movie and also trying to look at the movie independently so I don't compare too harshly with the book.
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I'm so curious what they're gonna do with Rocky! I wonder how similar or far off my imagination is :D