The best way to open a jar is to throw it against the wall and then eat your pickles off the kitchen floor as nature intended.

I’m surprised... after reading the linked article, Tom actually comes across sympathetic. A bit naive for a grown adult, yes, but still a genuinely decent person.

This is an amazing adventure!

Inclined to agree with the OP, I thought these were going to be actual books.

I agree with the basis of your assertion, that “boring-ness” can stem from a lack of commonality. But your conclusion is somewhat dire... having only like-minded friends can present a very limited world-view.

A great analogy!

Is there a breakdown of what each of Google’s messenger apps do and in what situation they should be used? Pretty confused by Messenger, Hangouts, Google Voice, Allo, and Duo — there’s a lot of overlapping... just wish there was one ring to rule them all.

It’s a nice thing to have when you are late.

It will help. From their website https://madeby.google.com/wifi/how-it-works/:

Lanesplitter is back with real articles! Thanks Andrew!

That is rather insightful. I was wondering why, as an introvert, I still feel lonely if isolated for too long. We need to see friends but just in smaller doses.

Consumer mesh networks are pretty great. Currently running eero and am generally happy with it. However google has entered the game at a much lower price point; I would definitely recommend anyone interested to wait for google wifi instead.

Consumer mesh networks are pretty great. Currently running eero and am generally happy with it. However google has…

I didn’t see this asked in the comments but given the 3 editions available (standard, deluxe, and ultimate) which one should I buy?

The goal is to try to make everyone relatable.

I contributed to the original Kickstarter campaign for this. At this time, I would recommend waiting for the next iteration. The headphones are amazing in terms of fit, sound, and features however fail in the most important requirement — connectivity. The range is terrible and will cut out if I have my phone in my…

I contributed to the original Kickstarter campaign for this. At this time, I would recommend waiting for the next…

There’s an interview on marketwatch with a similar message:

This is excellent advice. On the same token, we must be vigilant in not dumping our own anxieties on to others.

I am not a super taster. Thank god! Coffee <3

It’s an argument on semantics. The word “investment” specifically means a purchase that should deliver future financial wealth. Unfortunately, the word is so often misused that people outside of finance assume it to mean any purchase that retains some value or enjoyment in long term.

Your dad sounds amazing.