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The short version: I tried setting up 2-bay network attached storage (NAS) devices from 2 different manufacturers, but neither worked. I then did DIY build for the new NAS using the Openmediavault Linux distribution and all is well. Maybe I should have gone with more “established” NAS...

This is not to make fun of this person. I truly feel sorry for her. It is to show (a) that anyone, if not careful, can fall for a scam, and (b) the type of scam that was used. Someone claiming to be from the CIA convinced her to hand over $50K in cash in a shoe box. A summary of the...

Richard Roundtree, the actor best known for his iconic role in "Shaft", died recently: https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/movies/2023/10/24/richard-roundtree-dead-shaft-roots/71307943007/ Although his movie/TV/stage acting career spanned many years, he is best remembered as John...

Over a year ago I put dash cameras in our cars. So far the main benefit has been capturing scenery on several travel trips. But now it has helped me catch someone who hit one of our cars when it was parked. Back in August I went golfing on a busy afternoon. I found a parking space, and...

Rudolph Isley of the Isley Brothers has died at age 84: https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/rudolph-isley-isley-brothers-dead-obituary-1235440871/ He sang backing vocals on both the "classic R&B" Isley Brothers sound of the 50s and 60s ("Shout", "Twist and Shout", "This Old Heart of...

A few weeks ago DW and I were in Boston, helping one of her elderly relatives. At one point DW had to make a trip a little distance away, requiring either I drive her (she was in a walking boot at the time recovering from a fractured ankle and could not drive), or she take a Lyft ride (She uses...

I am looking for a simple (by “simple” I mean no messing with glues/adhesives/nails/sand/etc :) ) cosmetic way to improve the look of our outdoor backyard concrete patio. It is 10 ft x 24.75 ft, level, and water drains off it well. The concrete is in good shape, just old and ugly. I scrub it...

Jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis has died at the age of 87: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/renowned-jazz-pianist-ramsey-lewis-dies-87-rcna47560 He was one of the earliest jazz artists to cross over into the popular music with the Ramsey Lewis Trio and their jazz interpretations of "The In...

First, the foundation: this is a want, not a need, and a "Blow That Dough" situation to a degree ;D. I like having 3 autos, and since our 3rd car was lost in a accident several months ago I have been taking my time considering what to add. We both agree a mid-dive SUV is the best option. With...

He was 80. https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-58316842

Here is a (hopefully) "Fun Friday" thread :). As an incentive to participate in an alumni survey, my alma mater offered as a prize several custom designed Fender Stratocaster guitars. The survey topic was interesting enough that I completed it without thinking about the prize. So now… I...

It has been 3 years since my glide path to retirement ended and I joined the Class of 2018 (https://www.early-retirement.org/forums/f28/omy-glide-path-plans-81406.html). In general, these have been three wonderful years. This is my random “bullet” summary of results and observations, in no...

WARNING: There WILL be math! ;D I am trying to quantify the impact of deducting medical expenses and HSA reimbursements eligible. My understanding is that there is no "double dipping" - i.e., you cannot use your HSA to reimburse for expenses you deducted from your taxes. However, I have...

I originally posted this in the Blow That Dough! 2020 thread. A few people were interested in hearing more information, so here goes the nerdiness... you have been warned. :) One of my projects of interest is tracking temperature/humidity inside and outside of our home. My requirements were...

One of my vices for many years was following professional wrestling. I blame, of all people, my dear sweet, kindhearted, generous mom. When I was a child she used to watch pro wrestling on TV, and she loved Bruno Sammartino. I can still see her yelling at the TV “get him Bruno, get him!” and...

I celebrated by buying a new putter - for lefties, of course. :) Anyone else celebrate?

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-52155227 Sad. Loved his music. DW and I just watched the "Still Bill" documentary a few days ago. He seemed very settled in his retired life. RIP.

First world problems... an inconvenience (eiven with a heatwave occurring) not a rant. :) We have had 2 compressors on our heat pump failed within 30 days. The heat pump unit was installed brand new less than 6 years ago. The original compressor failed in July, and the dealer service replaced...

As I have been contacting fellow Megacorp employees I have worked with over the years to let them know I am retiring, I discovered I have a "FIRE twin". He and I are the same age and started with Megacorp right out of college on the same day. In our first 10 years we worked together on about a...

Since there are a lot of veteran tinkerers on this forum, I am looking for some ideas... I have installed a LED shop light with a pull chain to provide more light in a section of our basement. Because of where I have to place it, it is some distance away from the entrance to that part of the...

Came across this article during my lunch break and was curious what others might think of it: Why most people will never be successful Some interesting quotes from the article:

With my target retirement at June 2017, I decided to implement an OMY "glide path" to RE (I am already FI ). I enjoy most aspects of my job - in fact parts of it are more like a hobby - and I get along fine with my co-workers, so my OMY is not that stressful. Of course, the best laid plans of...

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2016/03/07/beware-of-your-financial-adviser/ Interesting quotes: "These authors conduct an ingenious analysis of a unique BrokerCheck dataset that covers 644,277 currently-registered financial advisors in the United States, and an additional 638,528...

(I may have put this in the wrong thread - I was thinking this was money related since the focus was on working due not not enough money for retirement. Mods, I apologize, feel free to move it where it is more appropriate) The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Research just released the...

Though this might be of interest here: A Rise in Wealth for the Wealthy; Declines for the Lower 93% | Pew Social & Demographic Trends