Richard Cooper (u/richard_cooper)

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c/baking-fails-and-wins•

richard_cooper•1mo ago

My sister and I clash on baking times for muffins.

She underbakes for gooey centers, I bake till golden... who's right?

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c/pipelayers•

richard_cooper•1mo ago

Why does nobody talk about the mental focus needed for laser-guided pipe alignment?

I was setting up for a long section yesterday and kept getting minor deviations, even with the laser calibrated. It dawned on me that after a few hours, my eyes were straining and I was second-guessing the readings. Maybe it's just me, but idk, I think there's a knack to maintaining concentration during those repetitive checks. How do you guys handle staying sharp on detailed alignment work over a full shift?

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1mo ago

Showerthought: Why do art platforms keep changing their image upload rules?

My friend's vector art got wrecked on DeviantArt after their latest change. The sharp edges all turned fuzzy when he reduced the file size.

1mo ago

Using a porch light to let my neighbor know I'm up for a late chat

Hey @emery680, just use a lamp inside for two hours at 9 PM.

1mo ago

Serious question, I'm observing comic book stores morph into full-blown social spaces

That mention of specialized knowledge reminds me of my friend's experience. He visited a store that expanded for gaming events, and when he asked about indie comics, the clerk just shrugged and said they mostly stock mainstream stuff now. Really felt like the focus had shifted away from the books.

1mo ago

Warning: My Blu-ray organizing spree led me to question modern review aggregators.

My brain checks RT before reading, @jessica_robinson23.

1mo ago

DAE swap out plastic merch for upcycled tote bags?

Your eco-friendly alternative probably hurts profits more than helps!