Re: Ever have a dream that leaves feeling lingering during the day? - 10 months ago

QuoteLux Interior Quotemrbigstuff For years after college, I had the you've got an exam you forgot about "dream" (nightmare). Gawd, I'd wake up in a cold sweat. Mine was a variation: I show up for the final, but never went to class or studied. Also showing up for marching band performance but never went to any practice. My other variation is being asked to sit in for a guitarist

Re: Ever have a dream that leaves feeling lingering during the day? - 10 months ago

Quotemrbigstuff QuoteLux Interior Quotemrbigstuff For years after college, I had the you've got an exam you forgot about "dream" (nightmare). Gawd, I'd wake up in a cold sweat. Mine was a variation: I show up for the final, but never went to class or studied. Now that you mention it, I also had that dream. I still have that dream. Sometimes it's High School, sometimes College,

Re: Ever have a dream that leaves feeling lingering during the day? - 10 months ago

QuotergG Yep. The ones I hate are when I get mad at someone in a dream and then I feel a little residual anger at them when I wake up, even though they have done nothing. It is weird. My wife gets these dreams. Unfortunately, I'm usually the person she is angry with the following day.

Re: Went to see The Godfather tonight… - 10 months ago

I thought about going to see it in the theater, but I don't know if I could make it through a 3 hour movie these days. With the fancy new theater seats, I'd be asleep by the time Sonny gets murdered.

Re: Recommendations for home addition/remodel design program? - 11 months ago

Anything recommended for outdoor addons? We are looking to tear out our existing deck and replace it with a two-story deck with a gabled roof and stairs.

Re: MyChart woes - who's responsible? - 11 months ago

QuoteYoyodyne ArtWorks Maybe cruise over to Verona and ask billionaire founder Judith Faulkner why her Epic Systems software sucks so bad… I've used Epic since 2005. It is truly a love-hate relationship. It's has become plagued with bloatware-like addons in order to justify the cost and "upgrades." However, it is still one of the best EMRs out there.

Re: MyChart woes - who's responsible? - 11 months ago

Quotemattkime QuoteDavidS Is the bill legit (despite what MyChart says)? Can you just go to the doctor's office to pay the bill in person? I'm sure they'd happily take your money. That, sir, is not the problem. But as you said, "At this point I explain that customers usually don't fix billing systems." So again, if the bill is legit, why do you have to pay it online through an ob

Re: MyChart woes - who's responsible? - 11 months ago

Is the bill legit (despite what MyChart says)? Can you just go to the doctor's office to pay the bill in person? I'm sure they'd happily take your money.

Re: Falcons WR suspended all next season for betting on NFL games - 11 months ago

Only one season (at a minimum)? Pete Rose would like "in" on that deal.

Re: Turning car off at stoplights - 11 months ago

QuoteLew Zealand Getting 35MPG in town vs 14 with the old Odyssey is a nice upgrade, especially with $5 gas. I’m getting 30 MPG on my new Sienna Hybrid. I also upgraded from an Odyssey.

Re: Turning car off at stoplights - 11 months ago

Quotejdc QuoteDavidS Quotebazookaman A lot of cars do that now automagically. Most people I know who have that "feature", hate it. Have it on mine. No problems. Also shuts off in drive thru lines and pulling in to park. It does take a second to get used to. You drive just a bit different when coming to lights so you don’t actually come to a complete stop. It’s weird to drive a

Re: Turning car off at stoplights - 11 months ago

Quotebazookaman A lot of cars do that now automagically. Most people I know who have that "feature", hate it.

Re: That shipload of Porches is no longer on fire, but.... - 11 months ago

Re: Today I learned..... - 11 months ago

I'm not sure if I formally was told this, but I always assumed he was Jewish. Interesting story about Monticello. The documentary is currently being streamed at the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival. I believe my parents bought a subscription, so I'll have to check it out.

Re: Today was my day to call Sirius about my yearly subscription. - 11 months ago

I've had 3 cars subscribed, each at $6.06/month, renewable once/year. I find it pretty easy to get the promotional amount renewed when I call. I have not tried the online chat, as I find it takes much longer. We recently got rid of one car (cancelled the subscription) and bought a new one, which is on the free trial. Once the trial ends, I'll just use the streaming app via CarPlay and sav

Re: Need new MacBook Pro to run Big Sur next year for Turbotax - 1 year ago

I've got the same 2012 MacBook Pro. So, can I file this year's taxes but will need to figure something out for next year? I have not bought TT yet, but have been using it every year since it was MacInTax.

Re: AAPL is the least bad tech stock - 1 year ago

Meh! Buying opportunity!! (I am also heavily invested in AAPL and TSLA). They make up the largest $$$ of my portfolio. No Alphabet or Amazon, though.

Re: Any experiences with DirecTV Streaming? - 1 year ago

I had from its original launch until 3 days ago. My plan was fantastic and grandfathered in (no longer offered), but after another $10/month rate hike and decrease in cost of YouTubeTV for T-Mobile users, jumped ship. Overall, the service has been great, but the DVR is limited to 20 hours unless you pony up another $10/month for unlimited. I also have AT&T Fiber, which keeps going up in

Re: Zoom memorial service. - 1 year ago

Hi Rhonda, I actually looked to see if Frank was listed on Dressler's Jewish Funerals website. They typically list the Zoom links as well. I've attended several Zoom services over the last couple years, from my Uncle, to parents of friends, and patients. Having that online support can be very helpful without the worry of spreading Covid. All my best to you and your daughter. May his mem

Re: PSA - Give Blood! - 1 year ago

QuoteJoeM Quotehal Give Blood - live Pete Townshend with David Gilmour and Simon Phillips LOL, you beat me to it! I was actually going to post this with my original post, but I figured I'd leave it open for Newt to add. Alas, I'm glad someone replied this way.

Re: PSA - Give Blood! - 1 year ago

QuoteGareth If you don't want to go as often but want to maximize your donation, opt for the Power Red, which takes twice the red blood cells but you keep the other parts (plasma)? Then you can donate 3 times a year and have the same impact as someone donating 6 times a year. It does take longer at the donation site, but between the initial screening, set-up and post donation wait time, in the

PSA - Give Blood! - 1 year ago

The American Red Cross has announced a crisis of low blood supply to be used for donations. Due to Covid-19, donation drives have frequently been cancelled, and people have not been donating like they have previously. If you've ever needed a blood transfusion, or know someone who has, you know how important this is. National Blood Crisis I donated 3 times last year, most recently on Dec 2

Re: Because you are my virtual family, I wanted to post my personal loss - 1 year ago

I just saw this now and am so sorry to read it. My sincere condolences to you and your daughter and extended family. May his memory always be a blessing.

Re: Anyone here done an OWC Datadoubler set up on the MacBook Pro 9,1? - 1 year ago

I installed this on my MacBook Pro 9,1 (13-inch) a number of years ago. Great addition. I also bought the enclosure for the SuperDrive which I removed. I can't find the link on the OWC page, however.

Re: Car shopping. Painful. - 1 year ago

We just bought a new, 2021 Toyota Sienna minivan. We needed a new wheelchair accessible van for my daughter after I was in an accident with our 2012 Honda Odyssey last month. For the 10 days we've had it, I've been pretty happy. The hybrid engine definitely takes getting used to, but the 30 MPG with city driving is really nice. It checks off all the boxes on technology that I need with the

Re: Anyone purchase spices from Spiceology (or another online spice supplier)? - 1 year ago

We love Penzy's, both their spices and their politics and values (will not elaborate to keep this from getting this bumped to the other side).

Re: WWYD -- old iMacs, try to sell, or e-waste? - 1 year ago

I had a 2009 iMac collecting dust for the last year. I tried to sell it on Craigslist but no takers. I dropped it off last week with a bunch of other stuff for an end of the year thrift store donation.

Re: Charge You Fools: $5 AT&T 10W Wireless Charging Pad w/ cable - 1 year ago

Thanks! Only needed one to use at work, but available for pick up today near where I'm going later today.

Re: It's ALIVE: Mini-9 & Snow Leopard! - 1 year ago

I bought a pink one for my wife. She handed it down to my daughter who used it until the novelty wore off. It's still in a box in the basement with other outdated, discarded tech. Anyone want it, let me know.

Re: For the first time in over 42 years... - 1 year ago

My condolences on the loss of your fur baby. I hope you are able to heal and welcome another lucky dog into your loving household. May her memory always be a blessing.