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Discount-Sushi-555 t1_j5o7rrh wrote

The Nickel Bridge or anywhere over the James. Safe travels today!

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funkipus OP t1_j5o8m6c wrote

Thanks! An underrated part of taking Amtrak to DC is that it’s way safer than that death race we call I-95.

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turtle_stank t1_j5o8uab wrote

I feel like it's also faster or just as fast?

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Danger-Moose t1_j5obzci wrote

It's especially faster if you leave from Staples Mill and not Main Street.

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Accomplished-Pen-394 t1_j5pxph4 wrote

I took it in early December that way and got to DC in like two hours and earlier than the projected time

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funkipus OP t1_j5o9jdz wrote

At rush hour yes it’s basically the same unless you pay out the wazoo to take the express lanes as much as possible — but even that gets messed up from time to time.

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MelAbs64 t1_j5oq2aa wrote

I already drove to DC this morning and back to drop the parents off at the airport but was able to use the express lanes for free and made it in less than 2 hours. Ezpass Flex is my hero. Otherwise you couldn’t pay me to drive up there early morning.

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CopOnTheRun t1_j5p3f4a wrote

Wait so is it free to use those toll lanes on 95 if you've got the hov switch on? I just got the ez-pass with the switch and I was wondering about that.

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MelAbs64 t1_j5p5nxl wrote

Yup, technically you’re supposed to have 3 people in the car to use it but if you look at the lane entrance sign it should say Ezpass Flex-No Toll

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CopOnTheRun t1_j5p6sic wrote

Yeah I usually carpool up there with some friends, so that's nice to know. Thanks!

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PayneTrainSG t1_j5oufvn wrote

If you have business in the city proper (or Arlington or Alexandria) it’s better to do in every conceivable way. If your final destination is in the wretched stretches to the West like Fairfax and Tysons up to dulles and ashburn, you’re gonna hate life.

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5ptpgp wrote

How much for a ticket if you don't mind saying?

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Accomplished-Pen-394 t1_j5py7sr wrote

Not OP but I did take the train last month and when I booked it was around $60 in total but if you book at the right time you can get a ticket for $16 and sometimes even as low as $12 per ticket so it can range from $24 to over $100 depending on when you book (how far out you book, the month, and the time of departure for the train all factor into the price in my experience)

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funkipus OP t1_j5qos8n wrote

Yep that’s been my experience. It would really be great if Amtrak could make the price structure more stable and commuter-oriented on these routes. $16 per leg is great. Though I wouldn’t balk if it was $20 if I knew it would be that price every time.

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Accomplished-Pen-394 t1_j5qp19s wrote

Mine ended up with an increased price from what I originally paid because I didn’t want to stay as long as I originally planned. (Honestly I was fine with it though)

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5rh8y7 wrote

Even at 100 bucks, that's about what you would spend in gas if you drive a big SUV. Plus you don't have to be stressed from driving in that unpredictable NOVA traffic. I'm guessing there is a Metro station nearby in DC?

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Accomplished-Pen-394 t1_j5rhgx0 wrote

Yes, there’s a good number of them and if I remember correctly one of the stations is located near or in Union station. (I didn’t take it last time because I wanted to walk around.) I happen to really like the train because I hate driving in general

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5rhpwh wrote

I'll have to check it out. It has been a long time since I have checked out the museums. Would make a nice 2 day trip.

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PercyDovetonsils t1_j5o868h wrote

The best spot to see the sunrise is at the beach, which is where I wish I was right now, cold or not. We love the beach.

I’m getting ready to take the pup to be groomed at 8:00. Puppy hates getting in the car (although he doesn’t mind riding once he’s there) and fights me every time. 8:00. What was I thinking?

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The_UnknownTA t1_j5og0hs wrote

Vacayed at Outer Banks last year. Just getting up, walking on the beach and seeing those birds fly over the waves and people fishing early morning was so special and relaxing.

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TheCheeseDevil t1_j5opl8j wrote

We've been going to the outer banks for a few January's now. It's wonderful.

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Minakovablue t1_j5o7jr6 wrote

T Pot is always nice, plus there’s often river mist. Are you commuting or headed on an adventure?

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funkipus OP t1_j5o7x6c wrote

Great spot! Commuting unfortunately… I’m a once-a-week to DC person. Would love to be commuting by bike to somewhere in RVA instead.

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SquirrelBurritos t1_j5o9mnz wrote

I cross the Nickel Bridge every morning to go to work and it’s my favorite view, one of these days I’ll walk across on a day off and actually take some photos.

Today is work, then school work day… going back to school in your 30’s is great and all but damn I’m tired haha

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5ocoa2 wrote

Driving over the bridge from Tappahannock to Warsaw has to one of my favorite sunrises I've ever seen. The view plus the way the sun hits the water and the grasses. I know it's not RVA, but it's close enough and people forget the amazing difference of ecology within a 1 hr drive from us.

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Exotic-Refuse-2319 t1_j5oprl2 wrote

I’m from Northumberland county which is right next to Warsaw. I’ll have to agree both sunrise and sundown are spectacular!!!! And the star watching is out of this world

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5ptjug wrote

I used to run a route every now and then that would start in Calico, go to Kilmarnock, to White Stone over that insane bridge, past Saluda and then thru the back woods of King and Queen to West Point. Lot of driving, but really beautiful. Lots of bald eagles to be seen (saw 8 in a group one time chilling in a field). I especially enjoyed when the fields of yellow flowers (rapeseed is what the plant is called I believe) were blooming.

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Exotic-Refuse-2319 t1_j5pujxv wrote

Callao was home my whole life!!!! That was definitely drive but completely worth it

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5pw00x wrote

I can't believe I misspelled it. Lol. That old family grocery store was one of our customers. The owners were so nice. Yeah its a drive out there. Coming from Richmond in the early morning on 360, there was an endless stream of cars coming from the Northern Neck area heading to work. Glad I was going against the flow.

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Danger-Moose t1_j5q0tio wrote

> the amazing difference of ecology within a 1 hr drive from us.

I appreciate this change and eat it whenever I'm in the area by going to Merroir.

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5rgv4x wrote

Lol. I have never heard of Merroir. Looks like a nice view. Would make a great day trip for sure. Thanks for the recommendation, Danger.

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Danger-Moose t1_j5rgzpo wrote

They're the provider/farm/restaurant for Rappahannock. I'm not the biggest fan of their restaurant, but the oysters are on point.

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5ri77p wrote

Well they should be good if they have their own oysters beds.

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Exotic-Refuse-2319 t1_j5oprxr wrote

I’m from Northumberland county which is right next to Warsaw. I’ll have to agree both sunrise and sundown are spectacular!!!! And the star watching is out of this world

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ThrowRA99 t1_j5o8akh wrote

Wasn’t bad from the Truist building this morning.. would have been better if the BoA building wasn’t in the way

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PhoenixAshies t1_j5ogj4v wrote

Used to work in BoA building...I do miss the amazing views, especially of the river, but I do NOT miss the exterior windows flexing when the wind was up. I know they're supposed to do that, but it still sounded like the entire building was coming down on my head!

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momthom427 t1_j5oilyl wrote

I feel that way about the second floor walkways at Short Pump. You can feel the tiles flex a bit when you walk.

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PhoenixAshies t1_j5ois0i wrote

UGH YES. Especially since I'm a little chonkier than I'd like to be right now! 😂

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momthom427 t1_j5p9yhj wrote

Haha I feel that! I’m on my post thanksgiving to new year’s gluttony reversal.

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GrayRVA t1_j5o8rcg wrote

Nice try, OP. Gorgeous sunrise be damned—I will never want to wake up that early.

Edit. Bummed I can tell that one of my family members is off the wagon. Two small spelling mistakes in a text can convey news I don’t want to hear.

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coconut_sorbet t1_j5oy3ls wrote

> Bummed I can tell that one of my family members is off the wagon. Two small spelling mistakes in a text can convey news I don’t want to hear.

Uh oh. :(

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fitzmouse t1_j5obl3w wrote

This is the time of year when I get to my cube, the sun is blaring straight into my eye. I at least have a nice view of the ICA and eastbound Broad Street before I draw the blinds down a bit.

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ChuckBS t1_j5oooef wrote

I used really enjoy the sunrise from my back porch in Union Hill. I still do, but I used to enjoy also.

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AndThenThereWasQueso t1_j5ocmur wrote

Can someone tell me who to contact about a malfunctioning traffic light? In Richmond proper.

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TellYourPupISaidHi t1_j5olffi wrote

From a plane is a pretty cool spot to see the sunrise. It's especially neat just after sunrise if it's a cloudy day, when it's all grey and bleary on the ground, but brilliant morning sun as soon as the plane gets above the clouds.

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BlueXTC t1_j5oje72 wrote

I was fortunate enough to live in an apartment on the 6th floor that faced the city. Sunrises and sunsets both had me relaxing with coffee in the morning and a glass of wine in the evening.

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Charlesinrichmond t1_j5ow78c wrote

Bed. With my eyes closed. Sunrises contain rays that cause harm and should be avoided.

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Arcangelathanos t1_j5ogvy5 wrote

I think it's finally time to give up my grandfathered Verizon unlimited plan. They keep jacking up the prices and now it's been long enough to know there isn't anything shady going on with their new unlimited plans. It would have been nice to get money toward a new phone, but prefer international unlocked versions.

I used to enjoy sunrises over the Huguenot Bridge back when I worked in Southside in college.

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ZephyrInfernum t1_j5oojuz wrote

We switched from Verizon to Google Fi two years ago and haven't looked back

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Arcangelathanos t1_j5oq2b7 wrote

Super jelly. I can't switch. I've tried. Fi doesn't have coverage out in the holler where my husband's family lives or in the remote areas of Virginia where I'll have to go if my work ever pulls back its no travel/COVID measures.

It's stupid really. Fi works in Europe, Africa and Asia, but not NE Tennessee or SW Virginia.

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ZephyrInfernum t1_j5otc72 wrote

I visit various boonies throughout the state, and it hasn't been an issue. For the savings you can potentially get, it's worth a shot.

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Arcangelathanos t1_j5ow5w1 wrote

I already tried in December after first trying in 2019. It's still a no go. I'll give it another shot the next time I use Fi for travel.

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molluskich t1_j5onv0q wrote

We're headed back home from Mexico today, I'm ready to be home. It's a long travel day though, about twelve hours from door to door. I'm already tired.

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ashtefer1 t1_j5oueyg wrote

The north east tip of bell isle there’s a muddy beach with logs to sit on. It’s one of my favorites.

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goodsam2 t1_j5q2wpv wrote

Oh man DPU is so bad at their job.

They have apparently been billing me at my old address despite them having me tell them to send it to the new address.

Now they are claiming a water bill that I've been paying my landlord ( who switched last summer) has gone un-paid for 18 months... What a rats nest to unfurl.

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Tabdaprecog t1_j5ohzz8 wrote

What is the building across from the Soft Parade in Shockoe Bottom? There is a wood fence that is closed most of the time but occasionally opens in the afternoon with bouncers at the entrance. No registered business on Google maps that I see. No signs of any sort.

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Supergirrl21 t1_j5p3o91 wrote

I think this came up in recent months and it was determined it is a church. I can't find the thread, though...

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Tabdaprecog t1_j5p6ozh wrote

I think you might be thinking of Remnant church which is farther back in the parking lot. I'm referring to the building with the wood fence that is directly on the corner of main.

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Asterion7 t1_j5oig0k wrote

T-pot bridge enroute to an early morning cap trail bike ride.

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Wa_wa_ouija t1_j5olzid wrote

Oh my gosh I'm tired today. Couldn't sleep last night lol.

Picking up a brisket for some smoking this weekend and am seeing Hairspray tonight with my partner! Yay!

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Horror-Fisherman-575 t1_j5omq2c wrote

I really need a reason to get out of the house these days. The joy of seeing a sunrise is motivating for my unemployed self. I am happy to see it from my backyard- but over the river is especially nice.

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dj1200techniques t1_j5p8fv4 wrote

What kind of job are you looking for?

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Horror-Fisherman-575 t1_j5pbb13 wrote

Part time, administrative assistant or receptionist. Or something entry level with a non profit. Anything basically like that.

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dj1200techniques t1_j5pl6cj wrote

Gotcha. I would suggest contacting a recruiter at Adecco, Aerotek or Randstad. The latter is probably going to be your best option and they all have offices in Scott’s Addition if you want to just drop in. Good luck!

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Ace417 t1_j5p4c0r wrote

Is everyone just using whomever for car + home insurance? I have to add my wife and think now might be the perfect time to shop around but don’t know if it makes sense to get an agent or not

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5rlwwe wrote

I used an agent when purchasing a home recently. He shopped around for me. I feel like I got a good deal and it was easier than doing all of the legwork myself. I used State Farm for many years, but their customer service went downhill and they are just like the other big companies now. Ended up going with Utica Mutual thru the agent. They have actual people who answer the phone which is nice. If you're looking for motorcycle insurance, try Markel. They were way cheaper than Geico.

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FalseSystem6055 t1_j5p4l10 wrote

Best sunrise I have seen was Cadillac Mountain at Acadia! So worth getting up at 430am to go watch.

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BrinxJob t1_j5pa7gb wrote

Top of the Manchester climbing wall, or Chimborazo/Libby Hill.

Why'd it have to warm up the day I take the bandage off my tattoo and actively avoid friction and exercise 😭

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oldguy_on_the_wire t1_j5pk85x wrote

The best spot is where you were, two-three stories up on one of the balconies.

Source: Used to work in the building when it was VDH/Racing Commission and had key access. (IT guy)

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ceededcrotch t1_j5pl5fw wrote

i used to have to go to city hall super early in the morning for work sometimes so it looked pretty dope from the observation deck. anyone know if any other buildings will let you go to the top to take in the views?

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stickynohte t1_j5ppyf9 wrote

I manage to see decent sunrises from my apartment, which I’m rarely awake for.

Day 2 at the new job and my mental health is abysmal, getting to ideation level (not because of work) but largely due to missing my late father, body image, and absolute internet idiots (it’s due time for social media deletion). Ugh.

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Colt1911-45 t1_j5pvf4g wrote

Sorry for your loss. I hope your new job gets better. Internet hugs. Scaling back on phone use altogether is my goal as well.

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amy2998 t1_j5ru2cb wrote

What are they building in the Bottom with that crane?

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1975hh3 t1_j5s0dgz wrote

My favorite sunrise ever was Big Cypress. IYKYK.

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