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markerfive t1_jcn83jh wrote
Reply to It’s about damn time by what-the-what24
Stoney should dive up and down Broad Street sometime.
markerfive t1_j93hghy wrote
Reply to comment by Lady-Meows-a-Lot in For those with yards, when are you planning on reseeding or planting new grass? by raycus92
Not until the 17th this year - two extra days to procrastinate
markerfive t1_j8669zp wrote
You should think about doing a short-term rental here for a couple of weeks or a month to check things out for yourself. My Verizon Fios internet here in the city is the best I’ve ever had at home.
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Reply to Tuesdaily by Optimal_Version
Just watched the first two episodes of Shrinking on Apple TV… I’m looking forward to more.
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Reply to comment by marzeliax in Where to buy black lentils? by marzeliax
no delivery charge if you buy them in the store
markerfive t1_j68v5nl wrote
We've generally enjoyed our meals at Gersi - great pasta and salads. We did have one issue with under-cooked pasta, but they made it right. (Not sure how a restaurant that focuses on pasta can under-cook it...) If I were to complain, it would be about the service and not the food.
markerfive t1_j65v0tp wrote
Reply to comment by marzeliax in Where to buy black lentils? by marzeliax
markerfive t1_j65rudg wrote
Reply to comment by marzeliax in Where to buy black lentils? by marzeliax
$3.49/lb doesn’t seem particularly shocking
markerfive t1_j659c3d wrote
Reply to Where to buy black lentils? by marzeliax
I buy them at Whole Foods or order them on Amazon.
markerfive t1_j4vi5ya wrote
Reply to Living in the City of Richmond by CrossFitPotter
We recently moved to Richmond. Renting for a few months before buying is a great way to get to know the area before buying. We opted to live in the city. For us, the pros outweigh the cons: easy access to cultural amenities (museums, restaurants, live music), walkability, and proximity to the river. Taxes are a definite con. We had expected the real estate taxes, but were surprised by the personal property tax on the cars.
Crime is going to vary greatly depending on the neighborhood in the city. We have never felt unsafe in Richmond, but take the same precautions that we would take in any city.
Work with your real estate agent to find the right balance of affordability, location and safety. If you're not getting what you need from the agent, switch agents.
After a year and a half here, we love Richmond and continue to be happy living in the city.
markerfive t1_j4lk0zg wrote
I don’t see Grisette on your list. Our dining experiences there have been exceptional. I don’t have any information on the owners or chef.
markerfive t1_j2asssr wrote
Reply to The Greater RVA Gas Station Wars by CarlCasper
Sheetz has better restrooms.
markerfive t1_j2476gp wrote
My collection is ~1,200 books, after thinning the herd when we moved last year. It’s mostly nonfiction, dominated by history and travel narratives.
markerfive t1_j21d6nn wrote
Farmers market and Whole Foods
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Reply to comment by baddog1229 in Good morning Daily by Jon_hamm_wallet
Nice Christmas present… Sorry to hear.
markerfive t1_j1zkk15 wrote
Reply to comment by baddog1229 in Good morning Daily by Jon_hamm_wallet
I went with a quarter ham - far fewer leftovers.
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Reply to comment by Petty_Roosevelt224 in Has your reading habit helped your career? by theelegantprof
Most of the highly successful people I know are readers. Not many of them have the luxury of reading for five hours straight, but they fit it in when they can.
markerfive t1_j0vlpdo wrote
I’ve been a reader since I was a kid. I’m certain that provided many benefits in my professional life. I read primarily for pleasure, but I read across a wide spectrum of fiction and nonfiction. I attribute my ability to organize my thoughts and express myself, particularly in writing, to reading. Reading sometimes helps me bring a different perspective to problems. I can also have semi-intelligent conversations on a variety of subjects.
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Reply to Has there ever been anything less effective than these Stop for Pedestrian signs on Cary Street? by Dog_Dad_1989
I’ve lived in cities where people actually stopped for pedestrians standing on the curb at a crosswalk. The cities also ticketed for failure to yield to pedestrians. I’m not sure why this is so difficult in Richmond.