What’s really interesting to me is how much time they invest in this stuff. It’s not exactly interesting. And there’s no tangible result for them, other than ending up in court. They do end up having to pay tax or whatever it is they’re trying to dodge.
What do they get out of it?
These sovcits obsessed with sticking to the DMV just seem like flat earthers - there’s no actual point to the obsession.
Not just my job, but the entire industry I’m in. I get paid really well, and I like some of the fine details, but overall I don’t like it. My skill-set isn’t very transferable either.
I’m very good at what I do and people hire me for my skills and experience. They assume that I have this level of ability because I’m passionate about what I do.
I find what I do boring and pointless. As I’m sending a deliverable that I’ve worked for weeks on, my only thoughts are relief that it’s done and what a waste of time it was. My clients thinking what I do is important is what keeps a roof over my head. But I think it’s fucking stupid.
There’s a whole emperor wears no clothes situation going on. I feel like I’m taking crazy pills. I find it hard to keep a straight face in meetings.
But I’m very aware of my privilege. I’m lucky I’m good at this and I’m lucky people pay me for it. But I’d rather just go lie in the backyard and stare at the floaters in my eyes all day than go to another networking opportunity, or conference, or listen to a podcast about my industry.
Edit: well that was a fun experiment. The Reddit-esque nature of just approving contrary, trite statements is rife here on Lemmy too.
The person I replied to was correct. If English is your second language it’s forgivable. For the rest of you, speak to your local member about the state of education where you live. Jfc.
I want to get back into creative writing, and for work I prefer to take handwritten notes (I have my own weird shorthand and it helps with retention). I’d also like the ability to write at night and not disturb my partner....
I think that’s what it says but that’s the error I’d say I get about 40% of the time when trying to view image posts. Is this a sync thing or something else?
Had she done that when you were younger and she assumed you would have kids? I can kinda empathise with that. Making them I mean… But giving them to you…? Yeesh.
The boomers assumed we’d follow the same predetermined path as they did. My mum certainly thought I would, and so did I up until my late 20s. It was then when I realised whenever I thought about having kids it was with a sense of dread for something I assumed was inevitable.
Lucky for me my sister had a whole bunch so the pressure was off.
Our dog is a mixed breed, big old baby at 10 years old. He’s always been sweet, pulled his punches playing with tiny dogs, very soft mouth when he uses it etc. if he ever accidentally hurt one of us he’d immediately look concerned, try to lick you better etc.
But he’s old now and getting cranky. I’ve been trying to explain to my partner that getting all up in his grill used to be playful for him, but now you can tell it’s kinda pissing him off. He’s started to get a bit snappy if he puts his face in his after repeatedly giving signals he doesn’t want it.
I said ‘don’t put him in a position where he hurts you - we’ll all be upset but it’s going to be your fault’.
When I got a big dog I paid attention to the breeds he came from (not bully breeds but still) and made sure I learnt his visual cues. I’ve also made sure I’ve adapted as he’s gotten older and his behaviours change.
I say all this because while he is my baby, he’s still a large animal with a significant bite force. There’s nothing historically about his breeds to worry about, but that doesn’t matter. I’ve put a lot of effort into making sure he’s safe, and my vigilance hasn’t changed. He’s a lovely dog, but he’s a dog.
Now add a breed type with built in aggression and lock jaw. I strongly believe that the people who decide to get these dogs don’t do any of the above. They’re blindly playing with fire and they have no smoke alarms.
I just don’t understand. If you bring a living creature into your life, you owe it to them and everyone around to make sure it can interact safely. I’ve watched people let their dogs almost attack mine because they haven’t seen the cues. I’ve stepped in because I have. Like how the fuck do you not know when your dog is not happy but I can see it a mile away? It’s so bloody negligent.
Anyway, big rant. But this dog would’ve shown signs of being on edge and that would’ve been bad enough with any dog. But these breeds? Why risk it?
I’m looking for recommendations for app based/nice mobile friendly sites (free ideally, but I’d consider subscription) that can help me keep across news in the tech/UX/design space....
Help me stop accidentally hurting my dog
I wear UGG boots in winter because it’s fucking cold....
ALAT. (lemmy.world)
Sovcit made her own license plate out of cardboard. (lemmy.world)
Probably the worst thing I ever tried. (cosdobrego.eu)
I almost puked while preparing this from the smell alone. Went to the trash after two bites.
What's the most seeming trivial thing you'll turn down a GF or BF for?
I'm tired... (lemmy.world)
I don't like my job
Not just my job, but the entire industry I’m in. I get paid really well, and I like some of the fine details, but overall I don’t like it. My skill-set isn’t very transferable either.
I'm in this meme (lemmy.world)
Recommendations re writing tablets e.g. reMarkable
I want to get back into creative writing, and for work I prefer to take handwritten notes (I have my own weird shorthand and it helps with retention). I’d also like the ability to write at night and not disturb my partner....
Glide failed to grab this image
I think that’s what it says but that’s the error I’d say I get about 40% of the time when trying to view image posts. Is this a sync thing or something else?
What did someone want to gift you the last time you wanted to turn down the gift (and why)?
<p>ChatGP can write knitting patterns</p>
Maybe I’m the only one who didn’t know this, but it only just occurred to me to try - and it worked!...
it's quiet in here
Not surprising I suppose, but I was hoping a few more people would come over from Reddit....
Things that didn't happen (aussie.zone)
Four hundred XL bullies put down in England and Wales since dog banned (www.theguardian.com)
Figures come as neighbour of London woman killed by her animals say they warned the dogs were dangerous...
Can we have a daily chat thread?
The Melbourne and Brisbane ones I’ve snooped in are great. Looks like a bot just posts one daily....
Rishi Sunak takes gamble by calling UK general election for 4 July (www.theguardian.com)
PM announces date with Tories trailing Labour by 20 points in polls, saying it is ‘the moment for Britain to choose its future’
Shout out for Nagi and Recipe tin eats (www.recipetineats.com)
There’s no rules for this sub yet so hopefully this is ok....
Aboriginal Clapback To White Australian Goes Viral (youtu.be)
cross-posted from: lemmy.ml/post/15992153...
Looking for tech news alternative to LinkedIn
I’m looking for recommendations for app based/nice mobile friendly sites (free ideally, but I’d consider subscription) that can help me keep across news in the tech/UX/design space....
Xmas in July event in Parkes
Anyone else here go?...