Kim Carter (u/kimc86)

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kimc86•18d ago

PSA: My shed in Tacoma nearly blew over last winter because I didn't anchor it to a concrete pad.

The windstorm ripped out the four plastic anchors I'd hammered into the dirt, so now I'm looking at pouring a small slab and using proper wedge anchors, but I'm curious if anyone has a good method for a DIY pad that doesn't require a full truck of concrete?

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kimc86•20d ago

My grocery bill was $40 less this week just from checking the freezer first

I was about to do my usual big shop on Tuesday, but I took five minutes to really look at what I already had. I found a pack of chicken, some frozen veggies, and a half bag of rice I'd totally forgotten about, so I just bought fresh stuff to go with it. Has anyone else had a week where a simple check saved a bunch of cash?

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c/broker-reviews•

kimc86•1mo ago

Pro tip: My broker review for a smooth Bali booking

I've noticed a trend where brokers are getting better at travel deals. My experience with one for Bali was super smooth, with hidden discounts and visa help. It saved me cash and time compared to DIY planning. Check broker reviews before your next big travel plan.

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Recent Comments

19d ago

My aunt said to use a dab of toothpaste on a client's zit before makeup, worst idea ever

My buddy's girlfriend convinced him that lemon juice would lighten some dark spots on his shoulders. He ended up with these awful, stinging red patches that looked way worse than the original spots. Took over a week for the irritation to calm down. She swore by it from some blog, but it just wrecked his skin for a bit. Some of these kitchen cabinet fixes are straight up harmful.

20d ago

I got my AI to write better code by asking it to 'think out loud' first

Hey, that's so true! It's like when you have to explain a problem to someone else and the answer just pops into your head halfway through. Forcing the AI to slow down and plan makes all the difference.

20d ago

I used to think the Edmonton Chat app was a total mess, but the new update actually fixed a lot for me.

Totally get that! I was actually fine with it at first but now I'm seeing what you mean.

21d ago

Vent: A customer's 'simple' return took my entire 8-hour shift

That 2019 receiptless return sounds like a special kind of retail hell.

22d ago

DAE hit 500 flue liners replaced and feel weird about it?

Man, I totally get that. I used to just see it as a job count, you know? But after a while, you start seeing the same scary stuff over and over, like those old liners just crumbling to dust. It really makes you think about how many people are living with a hidden danger right over their heads. Does that feeling ever go away for you?