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  • Not much. Just went grocery shopping and relaxed in the pool. It's been raining for the past two weeks, but today was sunny, and it was perfect. I don't know what I'll do tomorrow, since there's a chance of rain, but if it's still sunny when I wake up, I'll head on the new trail by my place.

    I also liked what you were listening to. Jazz is underrated imo.

  • Form my perspective, if they can strategize maximizing income, that will eventually lead to them getting a job. I don't carry cash, which is why I take them to eat, but when I do, I just didn't know where it would go.

    If what you're saying is true, I'll then reconsider.

  • I'm on the fence about giving money to homeless people on the streets, but am all for donating to / volunteering for organizations that help them.

    My reason starts with how organized and strategic they can be. For example, I was waiting at a bus stop downtown and there were three homeless people planning out which intersections they were splitting to next and how they were going to divide the total afterwards.

    Second example in downtown. There's a guy begging for food in the mall, so I take him to the nearest food stand, we both order a meal, and eat at a table. He was talking about his plan to get off the streets and all and went back to refill his drink after eating. During that time, I went to the cashier for something and she told me he's with a few others that come back pretty regularly. When we get back to the table, he then tells me that he needs $10 for a place to stay for the night and then leads me to the nearest atm. Once we're there, I tell him everything the cashier told me and he doesn't say anything with an "ok you caught me look". I still give him the money even though he knows that I know he'll be back doing the same thing.

    I know this is is not the case for all homeless people, such as the meal I had with one with mental disabilities, but it's a mixed bag. Just do what you can and don't feel bad if you can't.

  • Have a clear set of long-term goals for yourself, ie career, where you want to live, and what you want to be. Set deadlines for each with steps on how to do it.

    It's time to start building the rest of your life. It won't be easy but you'll be doing it for you, so make it worthwhile.

  • Because my mom wants me to.

  • This is disgusting, preying as a health and fitness group and slowly grooming their minds to align with their ideals, if they aren't already.

  • Thanks for the support. I know it isn't going to be easy for me and that I'll have to work my butt off for I don't know how long, but if I can pull it off, I'll be so happy with myself. I'll see what happens in due time. If all else fails after everything I've done, I'll cry, laugh and say that I at least tried my best.

  • My week has been going alright. I pitched an idea to my boss earlier this week and it's been okay'd, but I kinda regret it, due to the extra work with no increase in pay. I don't know if I want to do this, but it's already too late.

    On the plus side, the hot water is finally working in my shower, which is nice.

  • Yes, this is a beautiful photo. I know nothing about photography, but I appreciate your effort in capturing and sharing that moment.

  • I think this is absurd. Libraries are places of knowledge and curiosity. If people aren't thinking critically about what they read, the government shouldn't put the blame on libraries and librarians. They need to be more worried about educating the public by funding schools to teach students through critical thinking instead of memorization. Yes, that'll be harder to achieve, but the change will be transformative.

  • Thank you for sharing. I can't say, I know what you've been through, but I felt it. Thank you again for sharing the experience. I greatly appreciate it.

  • Thank you for sharing. I really appreciate you for taking the effort in your response. The playlist was a new experience for me and I wish you the best.

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    What are the best charities to donate to?

  • Mine has been alright. A few minor inconveniences, but they're over now. That is all.

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    Decided to go on a trail after my shift

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    Grand Teton National Park

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    What song keeps you going in life?

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    Klangphonics: White Flower (Live)

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    Poorly Drawn Lines by Reza Farazmand

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    Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Wizards in Winter

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    Bach - Ei! Wie schmeckt der Coffee süße from Cantata BWV 211

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    (Hardcore) Bane: Can We Start Again?

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    TIL discombobulated is an actual word according to Miriam-Webster's online dictionary.

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    Reality Check by Dave Whamond

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    The Adventures of Business Cat

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    Spurious Correlations

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    Here's another river on my way to the glass-bottom boat tour