FrankR

Really? You should read McDonald’s 10-K. In 2023, 38% of company income was from real estate holdings. Private equity is the common cause of a great many business failures, be is restaurants or hospitals.

I recently resigned from the board of a charity for much the same reason. It was clear to me that the leadership had lost the plot and a number of expenses did not appear appropriate or fruitful. I had to make a “noisy exit” to make my misgivings and resignation clear and ensure it was noted by all stakeholders and my departure cannot be in doubt. I had a word with the auditor as well since there is no audit committee. My professional qualifications could be in peril if I am associated with this type of shenanigans. I am still a little shocked by how blasé the leadership team was about my concerns.

The “older and wiser” like us, understand that PrEP protects against HIV but not bacterial infections etc. I continue to be surprised by how many young men believe PrEP makes them bullet proof. A very indignant young man asked me why he had to get the Mpox vaccine - he was getting the PrEP injection every few months already! (It took most of my self control, not to roll my eyes like Dorothy).

Nick has been posting some really weird stuff on his Insta. It seems he is unwell and suffering from undetermined respiratory problems. I suspect that the pics he is posting at the moment are not current but from earlier, better days. So sad. 🥲

A better analogy is probably vinal records. They remained in favor with many and have seen a bit of a revival over the past 5 years. (Sold 43 million records last year). I suspect the same will happen with condom use. It is a cheap and easy way to protect yourself from all kinds of critters.

Looks interesting - maybe some eye candy down the line too. Show is based in Australia.

A little off topic, if you will indulge. I was traveling in Barbados a few months ago. Needed new running shoes and stopped by a local store. The salesman told me the shoes I liked the looks of, was actually meant for cricket. They were Pumas - very colorful. Very good looking. So was the salesman! 😉 Ended up going to a game of cricket with him. Day/night game I think they called it. He explained that was the reason why they didnt use the traditional red cricket ball. It was actually a lot of fun to watch a game live.

I am happy for you - glad you got value out of it. Just be careful how far you go in drinking the Dave Ramsey cool-aid. His budgeting ideas are solid. His investing ideas are less so, in my opinion.

Yes, we are out there! 😁 Scammers will try anything to get your information so they can try to monetize it. Always meet in a public place - I meet the young men for lunch before we reach any agreements. If they are unwilling to meet in person or a video call - scammer. Biggest problem daddies have: out of date photos. Check your pics - if they are more than a year old…they need updating! Good luck with your search.

Well, it is Australia, mate! 😆

New season starting October 31, 2024.

I recommend an election detox. Switch to porn and avoid news channels for a month! 😆

HWP = Height/Weight Proportionate How did you come up with Hispanic White People?? 😆

You realize you are adding to the “noise and zero productice discourse”, right? That “someone” can be you! 🫵

That is your choice, of course. Limit human interaction, to me, translates to “lock myself in my room”…not very adult, more moody teenager! I like my job and I enjoy people, so I would rather get the shot. You can order free Covid tests online - USPS has a website.

Clearly we have learned nothing from the “me too” years. Don’t play with the employees. Hire a cleaner, get a good cleaning. Hire for fun and get fun. Don’t commingle - it’s all fun and games until it goes very wrong and you have a lawsuit and reputational damage to deal with. My unsolicited advice: think twice.

But hey, at least you can afford the best lawyers! Live a little!! 😆

i agree - Dave Ramsey had some good ideas about budgeting and saving for a rainy day, but that is pretty much where the value stops. To listen to him about credit or investing is a mistake. His rants are a bridge too far. FICO is a little like baseball - learn the game and play it with patience.

Money Up Front?

If you prefer to stick with Vanguard, then VWO can give you emerging markets exposure.

I have noticed that you keep bringing up the same topic. Seems to me, you are asking the right questions, but are you sure this is the right place to seek answers? A therapist can be very helpful in such cases. Recommend you consider it for help in exploring your feelings, thoughts, choices and actions.

I did see this pop up on my Netflix this weekend under newly released items. Will take a look - thanks for the recommendation.

Have you considered changing the optics on your current role in education? Become a consultant for a tutoring firm or build out a tutoring client base. Learn to love teaching again, by working with individuals. Help kids with college applications, their application essays etc. Better hours, more money and it utilizes your existing knowledge base… A complete change to something brand new seems daunting. Just my 2c.

USA Today ran an article on seasonal vaccines today. The updated Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are now available. They specifically mentioned CVS and Walgreens are taking appointments. No sign yet of the promised Covid & Flu combination vaccine. So will need two jabs again.

Welcome to the forum Alex_twink! 😁