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    LOVE my new WaterPik!

    Yes, if you use them twice a day, they generally last a year or so. Are they worth it? I think so for my teeth. My gums are much healthier, way less plaque and my dental cleaning is less painful. That is worth buying a new one every year or so. I put some vinegar through the lines once per...
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    Poll:How Many Times Did You Change Employers In Your Career?

    Wow, I am amazed at how many people stayed with the same employer. As a software developer, it is well known/understood that if you want to advance your career you MUST change employers. If you stay with the same company they tend to leave you in the same job as you can easily become the only...
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    Has any here used an e-sim card?

    Things I have learned. DW and I are spending 25 days in the US, so I decided to do a comparison. I bought an esim online (Airalo) and DW bought a T-Mobile sim card. 1) esim was a bit of a pain to install. At home it was prompting me to turn off my regular sim card. I didn't want to do this as...
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    Has any here used an e-sim card?

    Thanks everyone for the information, I have an unlocked pixel 6. So my understanding is: 1) my regular sim will work as normal and if I don't get extra travel coverage, I would be charged extra if someone calls that number. 2) An esim allows me to get set up quickly by already having it ahead of...
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    Has any here used an e-sim card?

    Just heard about this capability with newer phones. Are they worth it. We are heading to Europe for a few months, I was planning to move our phone numbers to ooma for that time and get regular European sims for data and WhatsApp for texting. This e-sim may or may not be worth it. A) If...
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    Natural gas grill?

    I love mine I've had my natural gas grill for years. I can get sucker up to 800 degrees if I wanted to. No problem with heat. I haven't noticed any difference with flavor. The best thing is never worrying about empty tanks. Family over at the last minute? No problem! BBQ is ready and...
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    recumbent or upright bike or real bike?

    Real bike. It's the easiest to sell.
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    Car in Italy

    So far I have found a few different web sites dealing with Short Term leases: https://www.renaultcanada.com/ https://www.autoeurope.ca/short-term-car-lease-europe/ https://eurocartt.com/about-the-short-term-leasing...
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    Car in Italy

    I get orders from DW all the time. Does that count?
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    Car in Italy

    Not sure why the Italian government is so strict, but it seems very strict. If you don't have residence you may not own a vehicle in Italy. I found one law firm web site that mentions "domiciled in Italy with Italian citizenship" vs "a Resident of Italy without Italian citizenship" I emailed...
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    Car in Italy

    So, I've been researching.... 1) My Italian citizenship does not help me at all with vehicles. I must have residency in Italy. There is a residency permit I would have to apply for which would then affect taxes, etc. I don't want that. 2) Even if I were get access to a vehicle(Borrow a family...
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    Car in Italy

    SO, not sure if anybody is just like me, but I thought I would ask the question. I have dual citizenship. (Canada/Italy) I reside in Canada. I am doing an extended stay in Italy. (8 months) And will be going back every year for 4-6 months if all goes according to plan for the next 5 years or...
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    Over Exercising - how do we know?

    Definitely as one ages repetitive motion is more likely to cause pain and injury. My solution is to change up my exercise. Personally, I believe you should not minimize your stretching. Potentially your aches and pains are due to a lack of water intake during and after exercise? I don't...
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    Boomer Wealth

    Living without children I am the youngest of 4 children. DW and I do not have kids. When we set up our will it was based on who we enjoy spending time with, not blood relatives. I have heard the following statement from my BIL twice now. He has suggested to his kids to "suck up" to us so...
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    Average gas price $6.20/gal by end of Summer

    Sigh, As a Canadian, I wish to make you all feel better by stating in my city the current price is $2.31 CDN per liter. Approx: $9.24CDN Per gallon. So you should be able to feel my tears. DW and I went shopping for an electric car the other day. There is a 2 year waiting list. It feels a bit...
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    Pulling the trigger - What things should I do or consider?

    Specifically what to organize before leaving w*rk? Any contacts you want to keep, forward to your personal email. Back up anything that you may get asked/blamed for later. Once you leave, you will be the common scapegoat for all issues. What should you plan for after leaving w*rk? Try not to...
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    What was your greatest epiphany?

    You can judge a person by the friends they have. If their friends are pricks, chances are really high this person is too. If their friends are kind, chances are high this person is too.
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    What was your greatest epiphany?

    I was just reading the thread on what are introvert hobbies and it reminded me about how I learned I didn't actually hate people, I was just an introvert. I remember when I was in my late 20s and read an article that described an introvert vs an extrovert. An introvert = a person that...
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    Dual citizenship

    As long as you plan to stay in the US, I don't believe you will have any issues, and could help your kids get dual citizenship. If you spend too much time in Canada you have to be careful, the US is very particular about you filling out a us tax return no matter if you weren't in the US in the...
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    What are your favorite spices to use in a pumpkin pie?

    Just to be weird, I make mine with carrots instead of pumpkin. Just boil and mash some carrots, volume stays the same. I find it has more flavor.
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    Bike Racks

    Flexibility I just purchased this one: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01BMTTIPU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It is Canadian made, I assume you can get it in the states. The hooks that go over the frame can be locked, so keeps most of your bike secure. (You may need to...
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    Nice When Things Work As They Should

    I bought myself a battery maintainer a couple of years ago. You attach it to your car battery and plug it into the wall. You never have to worry about a dead battery again. I love it. I do hook the extension cord over the rear view mirror so I don't try to drive away plugged in.
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    30 y/o retired multi millionaire

    I remember on a trip to Costa Rica running into a young guy on the beach who was retired. He was absolutely bored senseless. There are so few people in their 30s that are retired he had nobody to do anything with. You mentioned gaining experience to make your company successful. Why don't...
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    Hearing Aids?

    Get rechargeable ones. Hunting for batteries or having them die when you are out is a pain. Also, the advertised price is about 25% high. They will negotiate if you try (not Costco). Do NOT get pressured into buying. They will give you a "free" trial and then start bugging you to pay. Stay...
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    Fun "inexpensive" hobbies

    Depends on physical fitness. 1) Cycling - Bikes from $1000 2) Volleyball - Teams from $60 plus shoes, shorts. 3) Gardening - $50 and up 4) Brewing beer - $200 and up. Get the book "How to Brew" by John Palmer. 4a) Or wine, or cider... 5) Running - Good shoes and shorts 6) Hiking - Good shoes...
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