Experienced drunk here. 2 duis one involving crashing into a tree, handle of vodka between my legs and my sleeping friend in the passenger seat. Very thankful I did not veer into oncoming traffic. Definitely blessed. I don't drink and drive anymore, I don't own a car. But after my divorce I was emotionally distraught. I was sober for half the year to just feel shit. When I started drinking again I'd be riding my bike around late at night. Its a fixed gear, no brakes. I don't wear a helmet. I had it in my head I was riding to die. I'd be blasting red lights not giving a fuck. One night I ran a fresh red, I looked left, and when I looked back ahead a car had pulled out to make a left turn in front of me. Its all slow motion at that point. In my head it was just an oh shit moment. I braced for impact, and slammed into this SUV. Instant black. I came to with the driver looking down at me from (her?) Window asking if I was OK. I noticed the huge dent in the door. I said something like I'm OK I just need a minute, I tried to stand, I fell immediately. The driver sped off. Two bystanders ran over to check on me and helped me to the sidewalk, all I could think about was my bike, I told them, my bike, my bike. They grabbed it for me and asked if I needed an ambulance. I declined. I just needed a minute to collect myself. They left. At the intersection there was a van of teenagers hanging out drinking. I went over to them, was like yo, did you see I just crashed into a car, do y'all got a beer or shot or something. They gave me a high noon, and straightened my handlebars for me. I walked home with my broken self and broken bike. I was concussed, and determined to stay up as long as possible. I talked to the concierge at my building for an hour or so. People were coming home from their night outs and catching a glimpse of me. I hadn't looked in the mirror yet but based on their reactions I didnt look good. I knew I was bleeding from the head lol. Anyway, long story longer, I did goto sleep at 6am and determined I'd assess my condition when I woke up. I could barely move when I woke in the afternoon. Spent 8 hours in the emergency room and was sent home with some ibuprofen. Took a couple weeks for the brain to reset. Dealt with an injured shoulder for over a year. I still.ride brakeless without a helmet, but have a lot more respect for my life now. I feel like it was a necessary wake up call to get my shit together.

Awesome, I'm not alone. My current life definitely mirrors the trend lol

I've been wanting to remove my donor status for a couple years now because I've been feeling my care might not be as good in a medical emergency. Honestly, my organs are rotten to the core anyway, I don't think they'd find much useful in me lol

Bought a used thinkpad for $100, and installed Linux on it. Works great for my needs

I don't do politics with those in charge of cutting my hair lol

Sam the sham and the pharohs - Haunted House

I use an identity plan through silent.link

Hey, it's go skateboarding day, let's go shred some concrete!

I’ve had a couple people tell me it’s a scam, some friends, some new faces. I’d say most in my social circle do not believe in it and believe the government will be able to shut it down one day or that large holders (“the rich/ elite”) will sell it all causing the price to dump at some point to never recover. One friend has recently reached out to legitimately try to learn more about it. I’m doing my best to educate him.

This skit comes to mind: https://youtu.be/K0OSfbPJFa4?si=I-ePy2WOrs32zUI1

Thanks! I was finally able to send the closed channel sats to an on chain address this evening

Breez is nearly non functioning for me the past week or two. A channel closed for no particular reason (maybe user error lol) and now those sats are stuck. I’ve following steps to recover, but it takes forever, involving re-syncing chain information. Breez must stay the active window, and screen must not lock. 100% sync takes 2 or 3 hours. Also not connecting to lightning network reliably. Followed all steps to connect to channels, sometimes it works, most the time it will lose connection with channels, and stay offline. Frustrating.

Yes, definitely some worries. What if the used components are dead? If everything works, how long before something breaks? My worry would be obtaining parts from those who overclock without adequate cooling.

Memory, nvme, case, cpu heat sink and fan, power supply keyboard and mouse I purchased new.

The motherboard board was a little dusty with some animal hair, it cleaned up ok. It also smells heavily of e-cig lol. Definitely some vape residue there. I would say dust and general cleanliness is an issue, but didn’t bother me too much. If you’re buying a fully assembled pc used, I imagine it could be very dusty and gross depending on the previous owner and the environment it was in. Good luck in your search.

One of my favorites. Also The Producers, another great Mel brooks movie.

I’ve started a new build. Bought a used motherboard and processor off eBay. Will be a 10th gen i7, 32GB of ram. 1 TB nvme. Using a 32 inch television for hdmi output for now. Building this for photo and video work, likely some gaming too. Everything is on its way to get it running, I’m at around $550 right now. Last thing will be a graphics card, which I’m looking at used on eBay as well. Also will purchase a wide gamut display at some point.

Many of my difficulties running a LN node is connecting it over TOR. Any suggestions for ensuring privacy over clear net?

Recently bought a Magliner Gemini Jr convertible hand truck for a move, got the 30 inch nose extension and floor panel. Easiest move ever, cart will last a lifetime for all future heavy lifting needs.

Look beyond the pointing finger: the combat philosophy of Wong shun Leung

Meditations on violence

Everything this guy touches is doomed! Let's hope he never capitulates towards bitcoin lol.

Would be a trip if it happened on the same day as the April 8th solar eclipse.

Thank you for sharing. I have an interest in Chinese philosophy and will check out Lao Tzu.

In the martial art I practice, we have the principles of simplicity, efficiency, and directness in achieving ones goals. In fighting this goal is, of course, to hit. But, I've been practicing using these principles in communication and discission making. They don't always translate 1 to 1, but I enjoy the the challenges of adjusting to achieve the goal at hand. From your quote, I appreciate the ideas of simplifying your thinking and in conflict to be fair and generous.

Regarding governing and control, there is another principle from our art of letting go when under pressure. The more you fight an opposing force and try to control the more control you actually lose. I believe we can draw a relationship from governance of life and others, to governance of one's own body and mind, within this concept of letting go of control. For me, this can be challenging, as I have an over-controlled personality. I have to remember letting go of control does not necessarily mean giving up.

I love your idea of building a retreat for men. I hope you are able to achieve this in the future.