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[N_LaRUE]

I've always found it interesting when those with a certain type of colonial based privilege react as victims when dealing with negative consequences of their usage of said privileges.

When the noose gets used, it doesn't matter who the target is. That noose has been a symbol of subjugation and intimidation of eons. You know exactly what you're doing when you use that imagery.

https://abcnews.go.com/amp/Health/wireStory/man-hanged-effigy-kentucky-governor-fired-job-70908368

I'm still baffled by the armed protests. That there is really messed up on its own.

In today's world of instant information and cameras everywhere doing something stupid is easily captured and the results instant in handing out consequences.

From the white people calling 911 on non white people just because, the protestors hanging effigies to the cops who mishandle situations.

Actions equals consequences and you get what you deserve.

I'm not a fan of mob justice in any form btw. Mobs, regardless of their initial intentions, can become easily violent.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

I'm still baffled by the armed protests. That there is really messed up on its own.

In today's world of instant information and cameras everywhere doing something stupid is easily captured and the results instant in handing out consequences.

From the white people calling 911 on non white people just because, the protestors hanging effigies to the cops who mishandle situations.

Actions equals consequences and you get what you deserve.

I'm not a fan of mob justice in any form btw. Mobs, regardless of their initial intentions, can become easily violent.

Nothing baffling about these armed protests. Just interesting what the militia has morphed into over the course of American history.

 

[libra89]

So I had my commencement ceremonies last weekend, but since I finally have my grades, I feel like I graduated truly. What a ride this last semester was.
Finished on an A+ note! Yeah my school does the -/+ grading. At least I don't have to deal with that anymore.

 

[worldspy99]

So it seems the Envy 13T model I like is MIA!?

Oh well. I knew I could have gone the cheap route and gotten the 256GB + 8GB RAM model last year, but I liked the machine so much I wanted it in the configuration I wanted. We will see. Maybe if I don't find it I'll bite the bullet and get a Surface.

There's not much difference in price between the high end 13T and Spectre360. Oh and FWIW there wasn't any noticeable difference with the XPS13 either and with 11% combined cash back the Dell ended up being the cheapest option.

 

[worldspy99]

So I had my commencement ceremonies last weekend, but since I finally have my grades, I feel like I graduated truly. What a ride this last semester was.
Finished on an A+ note! Yeah my school does the -/+ grading. At least I don't have to deal with that anymore.

Congratulations
Well deserved.

 

[N_LaRUE]

So I had my commencement ceremonies last weekend, but since I finally have my grades, I feel like I graduated truly. What a ride this last semester was.
Finished on an A+ note! Yeah my school does the -/+ grading. At least I don't have to deal with that anymore.

Congrats

 

[libra89]

Congratulations
Well deserved.

Congrats

Thank you both!

 

[libra89]

Saw this and I'm debating how I should feel about it.

https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/youtuber-myka-stauffer-reveals-she-032606531.html

The summary of this (for those who don't want to click) is that a Youtuber who has a family channel, had 5 kids at one point. They adopted a child, who is autistic, from China 2 years ago and recently, they shared that they "rehomed" this child because the challenges were more than they expected. They now have 4 kids. Of course, there is outrage.

I'm not a parent, but I didn't even know this was a thing. I have 3 different parts. One part of me can generally understand how they can come to this decision. The other part is like what, how could you? The last part of me feels for this child, and how he will deal with this.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

So I had my commencement ceremonies last weekend, but since I finally have my grades, I feel like I graduated truly. What a ride this last semester was.
Finished on an A+ note! Yeah my school does the -/+ grading. At least I don't have to deal with that anymore.

Since 99 doesn't want me to say "I told you so", I'll just say "Congrats" instead.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

There's not much difference in price between the high end 13T and Spectre360. Oh and FWIW there wasn't any noticeable difference with the XPS13 either and with 11% combined cash back the Dell ended up being the cheapest option.

I might look at the 360 line. I've done the "Dude you got a Dell" bit - twice.

 

[worldspy99]

I might look at the 360 line. I've done the "Dude you got a Dell" bit - twice.

I have HP from work and a Dell at home. I prefer Dell's design language a bit better.

 

[libra89]

Since 99 doesn't want me to say "I told you so", I'll just say "Congrats" instead.

Ha. Thank you!

 

[fatclue_98]

Saw this and I'm debating how I should feel about it.

https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/youtuber-myka-stauffer-reveals-she-032606531.html

The summary of this (for those who don't want to click) is that a Youtuber who has a family channel, had 5 kids at one point. They adopted a child, who is autistic, from China 2 years ago and recently, they shared that they "rehomed" this child because the challenges were more than they expected. They now have 4 kids. Of course, there is outrage.

I'm not a parent, but I didn't even know this was a thing. I have 3 different parts. One part of me can generally understand how they can come to this decision. The other part is like what, how could you? The last part of me feels for this child, and how he will deal with this.

For those who have never faced the challenges of dealing with special needs children I can only offer this - Judge not lest ye be judged. That couple performed the kindest act possible. They KNEW they were in over their heads and made the painful decision to put that child up for re-adoption. The divorce rate among couples with special needs kids is over 85% the last time I checked. Couples get pushed to the edge and the problems begin usually ending in an abused child or worse. There was a horrible story this past weekend regarding a woman who drowned her non-verbal autistic child - I don't know if it made national headlines or not.

Without starting the inevitable political commentary I must say that these folks need help, myself included. My daughter ages out of the school system (Flori-Duh) this year and there are NO adult services unless she presents a danger to herself or my wife and I. What that means is the only way I can get help for her is to Baker Act her and place her in a group home. That'll happen when hell freezes over for the third time. Of course my wife and I could quit our jobs and care for her but who would pay my mortgage?

 

[MSFTisMIA]

I have HP from work and a Dell at home. I prefer Dell's design language a bit better.

Yeah. I tried the XPS keyboard in store and it wasn't for me. I really liked the Envy, Surface and Flex's keyboards. Whatever I use, keyboard is important for me.

We'll see.

 

[MSFTisMIA]

For those who have never faced the challenges of dealing with special needs children I can only offer this - Judge not lest ye be judged. That couple performed the kindest act possible. They KNEW they were in over their heads and made the painful decision to put that child up for re-adoption. The divorce rate among couples with special needs kids is over 85% the last time I checked. Couples get pushed to the edge and the problems begin usually ending in an abused child or worse. There was a horrible story this past weekend regarding a woman who drowned her non-verbal autistic child - I don't know if it made national headlines or not.

Without starting the inevitable political commentary I must say that these folks need help, myself included. My daughter ages out of the school system (Flori-Duh) this year and there are NO adult services unless she presents a danger to herself or my wife and I. What that means is the only way I can get help for her is to Baker Act her and place her in a group home. That'll happen when hell freezes over for the third time. Of course my wife and I could quit our jobs and care for her but who would pay my mortgage?

See, it's stuff like this that gets my goat. Unfortunately, there needs to be more resources. There are so many groups of people that just with the right support can be very productive and lead fulfilling lives. It's not about needing piles of $$$ or giving "pretend work", it's giving people the decency to live.

 

[libra89]

For those who have never faced the challenges of dealing with special needs children I can only offer this - Judge not lest ye be judged. That couple performed the kindest act possible. They KNEW they were in over their heads and made the painful decision to put that child up for re-adoption. The divorce rate among couples with special needs kids is over 85% the last time I checked. Couples get pushed to the edge and the problems begin usually ending in an abused child or worse. There was a horrible story this past weekend regarding a woman who drowned her non-verbal autistic child - I don't know if it made national headlines or not.

Without starting the inevitable political commentary I must say that these folks need help, myself included. My daughter ages out of the school system (Flori-Duh) this year and there are NO adult services unless she presents a danger to herself or my wife and I. What that means is the only way I can get help for her is to Baker Act her and place her in a group home. That'll happen when hell freezes over for the third time. Of course my wife and I could quit our jobs and care for her but who would pay my mortgage?

Thank you for this perspective. What you said makes a lot of sense about the needs and what it takes. I can easily picture the challenges and possible strain. Oh no, I had no idea about that story. How awful.

That's messed up that you only have two options, I'm also in agreement about help needed. How frustrating.

 

[fatclue_98]

Unfortunately, there needs to be more resources.

Well if your dear Uncle Donny hadn't given the rich their 2 trillion dollar tax gift we'd be a whole lot better off now wouldn't we. Damn it! I said I didn't want to engage in the inevitable political conversation.

 

[fatclue_98]

Oh no, I had no idea about that story. How awful.

This was so upsetting because it obviously hits very close to home.

https://wsvn.com/news/local/mother-...-9-year-old-boy-with-autism-in-sw-miami-dade/

 

[Chuck Finley69]

For those who have never faced the challenges of dealing with special needs children I can only offer this - Judge not lest ye be judged. That couple performed the kindest act possible. They KNEW they were in over their heads and made the painful decision to put that child up for re-adoption. The divorce rate among couples with special needs kids is over 85% the last time I checked. Couples get pushed to the edge and the problems begin usually ending in an abused child or worse. There was a horrible story this past weekend regarding a woman who drowned her non-verbal autistic child - I don't know if it made national headlines or not.

Without starting the inevitable political commentary I must say that these folks need help, myself included. My daughter ages out of the school system (Flori-Duh) this year and there are NO adult services unless she presents a danger to herself or my wife and I. What that means is the only way I can get help for her is to Baker Act her and place her in a group home. That'll happen when hell freezes over for the third time. Of course my wife and I could quit our jobs and care for her but who would pay my mortgage?

It’s made at least Florida headlines as I saw it covered on Jacksonville and Orlando news channels plus here in Tampa where I live.

My son's godfather and close friend of mine for over 25 years has a son with Batten Syndrome and his son will age out this year as well. His ex-wife and the son’s mom left 17 years ago. I simply have ZERO words for how much admiration I have for all of you as parents. ZERO words because I don’t know what else to say....

 

[MSFTisMIA]

Well if your dear Uncle Donny hadn't given the rich their 2 trillion dollar tax gift we'd be a whole lot better off now wouldn't we. Damn it! I said I didn't want to engage in the inevitable political conversation.

You trying to avoid the political conversation is like Mr. Kraft trying to duck extras at a "Korean massage parlor" or your uncle taking a on a toilet while on Twitter when he REALLY goes on Twitter to take a while sitting on a toilet.