Porcelain tile chip repair

Hello guys. is it possible for me to replace my Vivobook's battery pouch?

2023.06.01 23:09 Left_Speaker1840 Hello guys. is it possible for me to replace my Vivobook's battery pouch?

Hello guys. is it possible for me to replace my Vivobook's battery pouch?
My laptop has been water damaged after 6 months of never keeping it within a mile of water, and the warranty will void if it fails at any point after the repair. As the motherboard is being replaced, the battery might be next to go if the techs don't replace that too.
standard vivobook 14 battery
So i ask. is it possible to make my own battery pack? i have 12 20221014 cells, all never used.
the kind of batteries i intend to use for the project (cylindrical cells)
the kind of battery pack I want to try to recreate
Can i rig about 6 of them into at the least a makeshift battery until i can find a reliable unused one that doesn't cost as much as the laptop?
As for power, so I don't fry the board, does the default battery pack have its own management chip inbuilt, and i need one of those on the same power circuit so that it doesn't overcharge and kill me in a lithium fire? Or is that in the motherboard's Power controller, and i can connect batteries of any (reasonably close to original) capacity to it and it automatically manages them?
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2023.06.01 22:28 ProjectEdge Repairing pool spillway

Repairing pool spillway
What kind of product do I need to repair and even out the spillway wall before applying new tile?
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2023.06.01 22:25 Ridan_ My nex story with a happier ending

Recently came across this sub and have been heartbroken by some of the stories I’ve read here. Nearly 4 years ago I ended my relationship with my ex who ticked every box of NPD according to my therapist (this was before ‘narcissist’ was thrown around endless).
I was 19/20 at the time. He was my first long term relationship, 2nd person I ever slept with so I was very naive and inexperienced at the time.
He wrecked my self esteem, physically/sexually assaulted me multiple times, tried to isolate me from my friends and temporarily damaged some of my closest friendships.
He lied about his age (he was 2 years older than he claimed) and the university he went to. A year before we met he failed out of the university I went to, and enrolled in the less good one in our city but kept his old student card which is why I didn’t realise for so long. He lied about basically everything else, too.
After we broke up, I didn’t have sex for a year until my current bf. I didn’t just have a low libido I was actively disgusted by sex and thought of it as this inherently degrading act done to me. I didn’t even like hugging my friends for a while and I’m usually very affectionate.
While there are moments of painful flashbacks sometimes during sex and occasional bad nightmares, I’ve managed to move on, and I have a wonderful bf of 2.5 years. For a while after the breakup, I genuinely believed I’d never be with someone again. My self esteem was so low I felt unlovable and I was very wary of everyone. But this ended up not being true and I am so glad for it.
My advice:
1) Do not lash out. Especially over text. after we broke up, I admit I was so full of rage I’d call/text him calling him every vile name under the sun, calling him out for everything to which he played victim and denied which just made me more furious. I thought doing this would feel good but it just meant I stooped to his level and gave him ammunition to vilify me. 2) Remember that everything negative they say is a calculated move to make you feel small so you won’t leave. It is not a reflection of your self worth. 3) Being single is infinitely better than being with someone who makes you feel like shit 4) When they start their smear campaign, remember that the people who buy into it aren’t people you should care about. Let them sort the wheat from the chaff for you. 5) Keep. Receipts. Pictures, recordings, screenshots. If nothing else, it will remind you aren’t paranoid or dramatic like they’re claiming. They are abusing you. You deserve better. 6) Protect your relationships with friends/family if you can. We all know this but an abusive partner will do everything they can to chip away at these connections to isolate you and make you want to stay.
That’s all I have right now. Sending love and peace to you all.
I want to add on that I am very aware of how fortunate I am in the scheme of things. We were only together a year and a half, after we broke up I graduated and moved cities, I managed to repair the friendships damaged and there are no children involved. I hope this isn’t lost in what I’m saying.
I just wanted to put something out there that has a happy ending and hopefully give someone a bit of hope for the future.
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2023.06.01 22:09 PurrPrinThom Grout haze removal?

We've been renovating our houses and have done a bit of tiling. We had no problems getting grout haze off of our porcelain floor tiles but we did a backsplash in the bathroom with ceramic tile and I am losing my mind and am worried time is running out as it's already been a few days with no luck.
I have tried a vinegar solution, Dawn dish soap and warm water, just warm water. I have used cloths, scrub pads and brushes. Last night we went out an bought the TileLab Grout Haze Remover and after nearly 45 minutes of trying, I think it's actually worse!
Any advice appreciated! How do I get the grout haze off? We used black tiles so it's pretty noticeable!
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2023.06.01 21:50 PurrPrinThom Removing grout haze from ceramic tile?

We've been renovating our houses and have done a bit of tiling. We had no problems getting grout haze off of our porcelain floor tiles but we did a backsplash in the bathroom with ceramic tile and I am losing my mind and am worried time is running out as it's already been a few days with no luck.
I have tried a vinegar solution, Dawn dish soap and warm water, just warm water. I have used cloths, scrub pads and brushes. Last night we went out an bought the TileLab Grout Haze Remover and after nearly 45 minutes of trying, I think it's actually worse!
Any advice appreciated! How do I get the grout haze off? We used black tiles so it's pretty noticeable!
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2023.06.01 21:49 PurrPrinThom Removing grout haze from ceramic tile?

Hi all, hope it's okay to post this here: we've been renovating our houses and have done a bit of tiling. We had no problems getting grout haze off of our porcelain floor tiles but we did a backsplash in the bathroom with ceramic tile and I am losing my mind and am worried time is running out as it's already been a few days with no luck.
I have tried a vinegar solution, Dawn dish soap and warm water, just warm water. I have used cloths, scrub pads and brushes. Last night we went out an bought the TileLab Grout Haze Remover and after nearly 45 minutes of trying, I think it's actually worse!
Any advice appreciated!
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2023.06.01 20:36 Sweaty_Assignment659 Failed engine

Not sure how to explain the situation. Yesterday my car broke down on the highway. I was going about 70 on the highway when it started to overheat out of nowhere. (My car has never showed any signs of distress.) Then it began to tell me that the battery was disconnected and it started to slow down. When I got to the shoulder of the highway it began to power off on its own. There was grayish smoke coming out of the tail pipe.
Some background info: I just got this car in February, it's a used 2016 Toyota Rav4. Had 2 previous owners, didn't even have 90,000 miles on it.( No warenty because i felt that i could not guarentte i would be in the state for very long as i am still in college and may transfer to another state. A condition of the warranty was that I could only use their services for any maintenance and the warrenty would be void if i did go to another service shop.) Got a decent price for it, or at least I thought so. (I was able to get the price down a thous because of paint chips on the back of the car.) I bought the car from a reputable dealership that is quite popular in my county. When I purchased the car I was told that everything was in working condition and was up to date on all the maintenance, keep this in mind.
When I got the dealership we waited for about an hour and a half to see what was going on. I was told that the serpentine belt had shredded. The mechanic tried to see if there was a external cause, there was not. A half hour later, I was told that my engine overheated so much that the engine failed completely. They quoted me a price of about 9,000 usd for repairs and service fees. Not much later the receptionist helping me with the price told me she spoke with her manager. Given that I bought my car from them, not even 3 months prior, they would discount the price down to 7,000 usd. (Not great, but I guess thats better.) I was told they cannot discount parts but can discount service fees.
I have only owned this car for a little more than 3 months. There is no way that in that time I could've damaged the serpentine belt to such an extent that it would cause complete engine failure. When I bought the car I was told there was no defects and that the maintenance was completely up to date. My dad said I could probably sue them for the misleading information which lead to the damage of the engine. My boss, who's father used to work for dealerships, told me given that I was mislead to believe the car was in perfect condition I can escalate the situation to their corporate office and sue.
Do I have enough of a case to sue? What are some of my other options?
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2023.06.01 20:22 Zykor27 Trauma Validation or Validation of Trauma?

So this is a weird crazy story/summary of life this far. I (28M) feel like I have been living my life with an absurd amount of masking. I set out on a spiritual awakening journey when I was 18 and started college, the first time I had ever been truly alone and truly started feeling that deep sense of loneliness. Which is what kicked in my spiritual awakening, by asking questions about who I was, why was I here and why did I have such a deep unexplainable yearning for "home" which was not "physically" attainable. Not a yearning for home in the sense of being with my family, but a deep, deep cry out from what I felt was my soul essence.
Fast forward through some heavy years of partying, clubbing/going to shows, drugs and alcohol. At 23, I met who is now my wife and the mother of my/our amazing daughter and through the 5 years we've been going through this human experience together, we both got a lot deeper and a lot more "serious" about expanding and opening up our spiritual bodies. We were kind of forced into delving DEEP into it because our first true "interactions/dates" were so deeply rooted in spirit that we (very fortunately) discovered/realized that we are cut off the same soul cloth and are infact soulmates/twin flames or whatever floats your boat for descriptions regarding life partners.
We have learned and discovered a lot about ourselves as well as a newly found perception of the outter world (largely influenced emotionally, spiritually, mentally by Ram Dass, Jack Kornfield, Dale RamDev. . . Spiritual Adepts/teachers, guides etc.) This absolutely transformed a lot of our inner and outer world (through disciplined routines and practices) for the better in a very beautiful way. Then in 2021 we moved to Idaho on an instinctual as well as an impulse decsion to be closer to my wife's side of the family out there, and our intuitive feeling of needing to go to the northwest part of the country. When we got there we were almost instantly met with extreme adversity and complications with my wife's health, our marriage, and life as a whole. So needless to say it was not the "change" we had in mind. Though we now see it all as the change/step that was necessary for self discovery and growth personally, together and as a while family unit. In late 2021 I was waiting for an orientation class for a new job and had to wait until the next class (2 weeks out) so while waiting two weeks, we needed money to eat and keep life running so I decided since I had a drill and basic tools I'd to do some side work/odd jobs (honey do list kind of things) to bring in whatever cash I could. This ended up blowing up in a beautiful way and I ended up quitting that new job on orientation day to set off and fully jump into the possible opportunity of working for myself. Now almost 2 years later and I'm still doing my own thing (bathroom remodels, tile, carpentry and flooring) and it's been amazing.
We also recently moved back home to Colorado and since we've been back it's been a struggle for a miriad of reasons, but the one struggle that I've found myself dealing with the most and is the heaviest emotion, is my own personal sense of validation. I actually just (today) realized that I have been chasing external validation for as long as I can remember (about 3-4 years old) While thinking about the current slump that I'm in I started thinking about what makes me "feel okay/feel like me" and most of those things are (now) related to my work. Building things for people, fixing things, repairs, custom furniture, etc. And then being validated by a "good job, we are so happy!" Kind of thing from my clients. Thinking further back before this and it's all been an ongoing search for validation through my external world. My party phase, the validation came from my knowledge of drugs, artists, previous party stories and a whole bunch of unhealthy methods and vices. Before that, through the beginnings of highschool getting into heavy drug use (psychedelics, weed and cocaine/stimulants) and partying I was a hardcore WoW gamer (big time raider in a progressive guild that sought to be the best in the game) and always sought out to be the best in my guild (for whatever role character I was playing). Seeking validation through being the best gamer. Before that I was obsessed with skateboarding, from age 9-16 or 17 I would strive to be the best skater in my school, at the skate park (within reason) and from my parents. I was small town sponsored (nothing really fancy, just discounted apparel/gear and occasionally a free board) And before that, but also mixed in through the years until about 20, I was huge on drawing mythical/fantasy creatures and characters and was pretty damn good. But looking back at all the "phase of interest transitions" I see one common goal. External validation through an attempt to prove myself in an outward expression/skill.
I was also looking back at the overall "emotional neglect" that I got from my parents (mom and step dad, bio dad left the picture when I was about 1, 1/2 ) And not to say that they were absolute assholes or anything like that, but they were very young (I was 2 and my mom was 18 when she met my step dad) and learning life for themselves. So I know that they didn't "intentionally" emotionally neglect me or invalidate me. But I wasn't good at the things they wanted me to do (playing tee ball/baseball as a toddleyoung kid) because my step dad was a huge baseball guy. And because I wasn't into or good at the things they wanted to see me do, I found my own interests, independently and amongst my friend group. However this caused parental tension because I was (in their eyes) becoming a hoodlum. Never got the acknowledgement or 'parental praise and proudness' from skating, drawing, playing WoW (step dad played too), obviously not for partying and doing drugs, but not even now. Not even as a 28 year old married man running my own business and father to a beautiful 3 year old daughter. Most of my side of the family disagrees with "entrepreneurship/self employment" because it isn't as "stable" as a corporate box job. - According to them, even though they've all been laid off at some point or another from corporations that are "never going anywhere, we have job security for life".
Sorry, tangent rants aside! I am now facing an immense amount of emotional pain/flashbacks for the lack of validation I have within myself. I am able to see and recognize the immense amount of growth I've undergone and the fact that I didn't die from drugs and partying and pushed through all of that to get where I am now. And I see that I have a shit ton to validate my own worth, I understand the growth that I've undergone and will continue to go through, but I absolutely struggle with giving myself credit, feeling okay with where I am. I can't help but feel like I'm not doing enough and always feel like there is something to do.
This morning I recognized that as an issue of control, and when I don't have the ability to control my volume/standard of output with "things to show" whether it be through work, hobby projects or anything else where I can do/build/repair something for someone. I get extremely depressed. And only really feel 'okay' when I'm doing things. I see this as a trauma wound that has deepend through my years and has gone essentially completely unacknowledged within myself. Until our TRUE spiritual journey began 5 years ago. I do not want to be mentally controlled or enslaved to the inner ego narrative that I'm not doing enough, but I have no idea how to truly accept myself. Accept who I was, who I am and who I'm becoming. I feel like I've just gotten so good at distracting myself by staying busy and constantly seeking validation through helping others that I have no idea who I actually am. I feel like I've been living the biggest lie ever and I've deceived everyone in my life but mostly myself. When I truly sit and think about what I truly enjoy for myself, I can't think of anything. Aside from the cliche of 'being with my family' (wife and daughter) which does truly bring me happiness. But I can't live in or hold on to "those moments" forever. And outside of them, or doing something for someone to give me that pat on the back, I do not have a damn clue who I am.
And I know that who I am is a culmination of everything I've done and am becoming. But that's still only validated through the external. And I know ram Dass would tell me to just let go and release the inner narrative to what is and just be in/of loving awareness. But, he too struggled with identity. Struggled with feeling like a phony and seeking external validation through experiences or services.
So if you made it this far, and have either evolved passed this state/level of emotional consciousness and awareness or you too are feeling the same. I'd love some tips, tricks suggestions or anything for how to help get through this obstacle of the human experience.
And because it was pretty long, and I jump around in here, if there's anything anyone wants further detail or clarification on, I'd be more than happy to attempt to fumble a rambling story again.
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2023.06.01 20:03 gnapster Missing 2 (or 3) staffys?

We found two friendly staffordshire bull terriers in Williams wandering around, hot as hell. Male -brown not Neutered, female - black, presence of previous pregnancy (large nipples). No collars on female.
We caught the female before the male wandered off. She’ll be at the Garland shelter within an hour or so.
I’m thankful they’re friendly because they interrupted a meeting with a repair person. Keep your dogs contained. Not everyone loves these big giant jawed creatures like I do. Luckily she has a chip so I know she'll find her way home to you but if you're on vacation, we'll probably hold her for you if she reaches the max stay at the shelter.
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2023.06.01 18:47 2beinyyz Quoted 7K to reattach coping stones. Did it myself

Quoted 7K to reattach coping stones. Did it myself
Local repair company wanted 7,000 to reattach the bluestone coping and repair a few loose tiles. Took me a full week of work but we'll worth it.
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2023.06.01 18:36 AmateurSparky [OPEN DISCUSSION] Weekly thread

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2023.06.01 18:33 perappsvenicali like Celine Dion's "Where Does My Heart Beat Now?"

"How Can You Mend A Broken Heart" Hint: A competition winner with dark hair
I can think of younger days when living for my life
What might have been your favorite year of childhood? What was your aspiration during that year?
Was everything a man could want to do.
What is one example of a manly aspiration/ambition?
I could never see tomorrow, but I was never told about the sorrow.
Were you depressed then? Are you happier now? What kind of sorrow have you experienced or witnessed that you would like to help others overcome?
And how can you mend a broken heart?
Do you think you a complete piece of chocolate can help to heal? How about adding more male merchandise at ethnic fashion stores like around the Town Square? Adding more ethnic/Rated-G music to the repertoire within those stores?
How can you stop the rain from falling down?
How about an umbrella or a roof? Or praying that it doesn't rain? What is your favorite umbrella design and color of roof tiles?
How can you stop the sun from shining?
Do you pray for eclipses? Do you pray for the night to come, whether it is a new moon or not?
What makes the world go round?
Gravity. Tectonics. Magnetic/hematite/lava interior The tidal programming, related to sun, moon, water cycle, atmospheric pressure, air quality. Orientation of other planets and celestial objects, eg comets (c) Dr. Diana Hallare. (R)
How can you mend a this broken man?
Orthopedics. Cardiology. Medicine based on systems. Allowing having but not possessing more trustworthy friends. Discouraging discrimination based on education/skills levels. Encouraging dreaming by communication eg conference and Shark Tank and by REM eg at night, like a car needs to rest too on a road trip or on Instacart rounds.
How can a loser ever win?
As Whoopi Goldberg said, you might need a (low-fat) milk-based drink... to lose weight and win fitness. Sometimes in golf you might think you're losing numbers to win. Last night, I gave up my contaminated bags, even a new one and much content to save my life and save the world. I danced without at least two bags, to encourage fitness/health in society; I lost some sleep because I was woken up by interesting guards in white but I gained more miles on a pedometer. I had the opportunity to see a beautiful red jacket, reminiscent of what I would wear at church, where I read the Bible aloud. Upon seeing that jacket on the rack, I gasped. Then the alarm rang.
Please help me mend my broken heart and let me live again.
Prescriptions:
  1. If you don't want to waste the rest of your 6 month subscription to something like Tinder, maybe prescribe one of your songs per member you encounter on that site. You can ask about one word on the song that made them feel better.
  2. Do you have a CPAP/AED/Wonderful orange?
  3. Find out your favorite flavors of Gatorade.
  4. Check if you'd enjoy Luke's Lightning Chips from Grocery Outlet.
  5. If you would make a quilt or pillowcase in class eg after a ride or two with the St George Express, what design would you have? Would you need special laundry settings if your masterpiece is at least 1 year old?
I can still feel the breeze that rustles through the trees
Do you like the Carpenters' "Top of the World" song? What is your favorite leaf color? What is your favorite tree?
And misty memories of days gone by
Do you like Barbra Streisand's "The Way We Were"? Would her career as a professor inspire you to teach which university class? How many students would you prefer to be the limit for that class? Do you also like Lionel Richie's "Hello"?
We could never see tomorrow, no one said a word about the sorrow.
What do you hope tomorrow to have/bring? What word can you describe about sorrow?
And how can you mend a broken heart?
Prescription: Would you talk (about dreams, plans, and issues) to an LPCC or more than one member of the Association of "Black" Therapists, eg MFTs? Teletherapy? Group therapy similar to AA or WRAP? Would you have a preference of race if you have a personal registered dietitian?
How can you stop the rain from falling down?
Get a water park ion the roof? Or a roof garden like with Reese Witherspoon? (c) Dr. Diana Hlalare (R)
How can you stop the sun from shining?
Why do you want to stop it from shining? Do you want greenery on the mountains? Do you want no more rainforests? Do you want no more grass/hay for the sheep, horses, goats, zebras, giraffes, deer, oryxes, gazelles, antelopes, prairie dogs, cows, bulls? What would the mole in Thumbelina look forward to? What would the groundhog or bears hibernating in the cave look forward to? Is it easy to fly a kite at night like Benjamin Franklin did? What do you think about the Color Run? What do you think about biking at night? Would all our solar farms like of the MGM and Corcoran go to waste? Do you want another Ice Age? Should painted masterpieces be dried only with hair dryers?
What makes the world go round?
It is round shaped at least due to its rotations and revolutions. I remember in class, when you make egg soup and keep stirring it - or even if you stir Rainbiw/Nido/Klim milk, roundish clumps form. The solar system revolves around the sun.
How can you mend this broken man?
Do you like Chris Daughtry's and Amy Adams' "Broken"? Do you like CARE Channel? Do you like reading Better Homes and Gardens? How about the Superfan book (someone self-published)? How about books by Nick Vujicic - doesn't have to b e in Spanish?
How can a loser ever win?
Once upon a time, I lost a pingpong championship (Forrest Gump is still a champ) to my college best friend and a cool pianist who said he ducked into the oven when he heard gunshots outside his family member's home. But I remember well how I surprised myself too as I caught the ball mid-air above my head like a baseball player.
Another time, time was running out. Everyone else who were seated seemed to have left. I seemed to have lost time, but not been lost in time. I finished 20 recipes/list of 20 cookables for vegetable medley - frozen or canned. My handwriting I hope was ok. I hope the cleanup crew smiled. I seemed to have won a tiny bit of more paper to write about another international conference, at least once with 40,000 people... I may have won a tiny bit of paper because I forgot to check out like at the Disney hotel.
Please help me mend my broken heart and let me live again.
It does not take only one person to heal your broken heart or to bring you back on course eg after a TIA or another incident. It does not mean you need 20 girlfriends in succession, 1 by 1, to heal you. But for instance, if you're a survivor of a crash, it takes the tow driver, the policeman, ambulance and firemen as needed, people with cellphones even if you already have your own to get through the night and beyond. It takes Uber, Lyft, Supershuttle, Greencab, the city transit, or your friends to get you back to your workplace and home if they are at least 30 minutes apart by Mustang.
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2023.06.01 18:23 DesertCloak Silicone instead of grout on patio tiles?

I'm going to be tiling my patio and pool deck with porcelain tiles. I'm considering using 100% silicone to grout the tiles rather than standard grout because it's flexible and waterproof, and possibly easier to clean. I live in Arizona, and the desert sun UV is very harsh. Other than the cost of silicone, are there any downsides to this approach?
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2023.06.01 17:49 Ridan_ My story and lessons learned

Recently came across this sub and have been heartbroken by some of the stories I’ve read here. Nearly 4 years ago I ended my relationship with my ex who ticked every box of NPD according to my therapist (this was before ‘narcissist’ was thrown around endless).
I was 19/20 at the time. He was my first long term relationship, 2nd person I ever slept with so I was very naive and inexperienced at the time.
He wrecked my self esteem, physically/sexually assaulted me multiple times, tried to isolate me from my friends and temporarily damaged some of my closest friendships.
He lied about his age (he was 2 years older than he claimed) and the university he went to. A year before we met he failed out of the university I went to, and enrolled in the less good one in our city but kept his old student card which is why I didn’t realise for so long. He lied about basically everything else, too.
After we broke up, I didn’t have sex for a year until my current bf. I didn’t just have a low libido I was actively disgusted by sex and thought of it as this inherently degrading act done to me. I didn’t even like hugging my friends for a while and I’m usually very affectionate.
While there are moments of painful flashbacks sometimes during sex and occasional bad nightmares, I’ve managed to move on, and I have a wonderful bf of 2.5 years. For a while after the breakup, I genuinely believed I’d never be with someone again. My self esteem was so low I felt unlovable and I was very wary of everyone. But this ended up not being true and I am so glad for it.
My advice:
1) Do not lash out. Especially over text. after we broke up, I admit I was so full of rage I’d call/text him calling him every vile name under the sun, calling him out for everything to which he played victim and denied which just made me more furious. I thought doing this would feel good but it just meant I stooped to his level and gave him ammunition to vilify me. 2) Remember that everything negative they say is a calculated move to make you feel small so you won’t leave. It is not a reflection of your self worth. 3) Being single is infinitely better than being with someone who makes you feel like shit 4) When they start their smear campaign, remember that the people who buy into it aren’t people you should care about. Let them sort the wheat from the chaff for you. 5) Keep. Receipts. Pictures, recordings, screenshots. If nothing else, it will remind you aren’t paranoid or dramatic like they’re claiming. They are abusing you. You deserve better. 6) Protect your relationships with friends/family if you can. We all know this but an abusive partner will do everything they can to chip away at these connections to isolate you and make you want to stay.
That’s all I have right now. Sending love and peace to you all.
I want to add on that I am very aware of how fortunate I am in the scheme of things. We were only together a year and a half, after we broke up I graduated and moved cities, I managed to repair the friendships damaged and there are no children involved. I hope this isn’t lost in what I’m saying.
I just wanted to put something out there that has a happy ending and hopefully give someone a bit of hope for the future.
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2023.06.01 17:43 NiagaraNature Spike strips, other defense for bases?

Hi all, I’m wondering what a good strategy is for shoring up defenses for your base. I built on the small plateau near the mysterious machine and initially had stem walls as defense. I angered the orb weavers and they destroyed a few of my walls and pebble foundations before I could kill them all.
I figured I’d make things a bit tougher so I built a stem palisade around the whole base, and set a few spike strips up along the sides where the spiders attacked.
Later, the larvae attempted retribution and a few got killed by the spike strips so that seemed a good defense. I had to repair a few walls where there were gaps in the spikes.
I was thinking of completing a full spike strip circle around my base, but then I was thinking that aerial attacks might be trouble. Are there any suggestions for reinforcing your base from flying foes?
I’ve recovered the hedge and pond chips and the secondary chips from the red ant hill and the pond chest. I have mostly tier 2 stuff and just found the haze lab entrance through the pipe but haven’t investigated it yet.
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2023.06.01 17:37 not_a_burner_kthx Stripping paint in a bathtub

Bought a house a year ago and the previous owner epoxy painted everything in the bathrooms, the tub itself is starting to chip and peel. Think it’s fiberglass.
My first thought was to do something chemical to strip it but not sure if it would damage the original material finish. Same goes for physical scraping and stripping.
Any tips or approaches to consider? Also considering cleaning up a tile floor with the same paint.
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2023.06.01 17:03 Amazing-Draft3321 Marazzi Montagna Saddle Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile

In search of Marazzi Montagna Saddle Porcelain wall and floor tile. 6"x24". Product has been discontinued for at least 5 years but I know someone has some somewhere! Need any qty. Willing to pay finders fee!
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2023.06.01 16:50 Remarkable-Carpet-35 Windscreen repair Barnet

Windscreen repair Barnet

Expert windscreen repair Barnet: Restoring Clarity and Safety

The windscreen of a vehicle is a vital component that ensures driver visibility and protects passengers from external elements. However, it is prone to damage, such as cracks, chips, and scratches, which can compromise both safety and the structural integrity of the vehicle. In Barnet, a bustling borough in London, residents can rely on expert windscreen repair services to restore clarity and ensure safe driving. In this article, we will explore the importance of windscreen repair Barnet, the available services, and the benefits of addressing windscreen damage promptly.

Importance of Windscreen Repair

Clear Visibility: A damaged windscreen, be it a chip, crack, or scratch, can obstruct the driver's line of sight and compromise visibility. This impairment can be particularly dangerous during adverse weather conditions or when facing glaring sunlight. By promptly repairing windscreen damage, drivers in Barnet can restore clear vision and maintain optimal safety on the road.

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Structural Integrity

The windscreen is an integral part of a vehicle's structural integrity. Even minor damage can weaken the windscreen, reducing its ability to withstand impact and potentially compromising the overall strength of the vehicle's frame. Timely repairs can prevent further damage and ensure that the windscreen retains its structural integrity, providing crucial protection during accidents.

Windscreen Repair Services in Barnet

Windscreen Chip Repair

Chips in the windscreen, typically caused by small stones or debris, can be repaired effectively if the damage is not extensive. Expert technicians in Barnet utilize advanced techniques to fill the chip with a specialized resin that restores the strength and clarity of the windscreen. This process prevents the chip from spreading and eliminates the need for a full windscreen replacement.

Windscreen Crack Repair

Cracks in the windscreen are more severe than chips and require immediate attention. In Barnet, professional windscreen repair services employ cutting-edge technology to repair cracks using resin injection techniques. This method involves injecting resin into the crack, which bonds the glass and prevents the crack from spreading further. By addressing cracks promptly, drivers can avoid the need for a costly windscreen replacement.

Windscreen Replacement

In cases where the windscreen damage is extensive or beyond repair, a complete windscreen replacement is necessary. Expert windscreen repair Barnet can efficiently replace damaged windscreens using high-quality glass and following industry standards. They ensure proper installation, guaranteeing a secure fit and optimal performance.

Benefits of Timely Windscreen Repair

Enhanced Safety

Repairing windscreen damage promptly in Barnet ensures the safety of drivers and passengers. A structurally sound windscreen provides crucial protection in the event of an accident, preventing the roof from collapsing and ensuring airbags deploy correctly. Moreover, unobstructed visibility reduces the risk of accidents caused by impaired vision.

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Cost-Effectiveness

Addressing windscreen damage at the earliest opportunity can save drivers money in the long run. Small chips or cracks can be repaired swiftly and affordably, preventing the need for a full windscreen replacement, which is significantly costlier. By choosing repair over replacement, Barnet residents can keep their vehicles roadworthy without breaking the bank.

Time Efficiency

Professional windscreen repair services in Barnet understand the value of their customers' time. Repairing minor windscreen damage can often be completed within a short timeframe, allowing drivers to quickly return to their daily routines. In contrast, a windscreen replacement usually takes longer due to the intricate installation process.
Timely windscreen repair is crucial for ensuring driver safety and maintaining the structural integrity of a vehicle. In Barnet, residents can benefit from expert windscreen repair services that address chips, cracks, and other damages promptly and efficiently.
By restoring clarity to their windscreens, drivers in Barnet can enjoy unobstructed visibility and peace of mind, knowing they are prioritizing safety on the roads. Remember, when it comes to windscreen repair Barnet, it is essential to choose reliable professionals who offer quality services for optimal results.
Certainly! Let's delve deeper into the importance of windscreen repair in Barnet and elaborate on the services available and their benefits.

Importance of windscreen repair Barnet

Clear Visibility

A damaged windscreen can significantly impair a driver's visibility on the road. Chips, cracks, or scratches can create obstructions that distort or block the driver's line of sight. This can be particularly hazardous during challenging weather conditions or when facing bright sunlight. Prompt windscreen repair Barnet ensures that drivers have a clear and unobstructed view, reducing the risk of accidents and enhancing overall road safety.

Structural Integrity

The windscreen is not just a piece of glass; it plays a vital role in the structural integrity of a vehicle. A compromised windscreen can weaken the overall strength of the vehicle's frame, making it less resistant to impacts and potentially jeopardizing passenger safety. By addressing windscreen damage promptly, residents of Barnet can ensure that their vehicles maintain their structural integrity, providing crucial protection during collisions.

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Windscreen Repair Services in Barnet

Windscreen Chip Repair

Chips are common windscreen damages caused by small stones, debris, or even temperature fluctuations. In Barnet, professional windscreen repair services utilize advanced techniques to repair chips. The process typically involves injecting a specialized resin into the chip, which bonds with the glass and restores its strength and clarity. This repair prevents the chip from spreading and eliminates the need for a full windscreen replacement, saving time and money for vehicle owners.

Windscreen Crack Repair

Cracks in a windscreen are more severe than chips and require immediate attention. Expert windscreen repair services in Barnet employ resin injection techniques to repair cracks. A specialized resin is injected into the crack, which bonds the glass and prevents the crack from spreading further. By addressing cracks promptly, drivers can avoid the need for a costly windscreen replacement and maintain the structural integrity of their vehicles.

Windscreen Replacement

In cases where windscreen damage is extensive or beyond repair, a complete windscreen replacement is necessary. Professional windscreen repair Barnet offer efficient windscreen replacement using high-quality glass that meets industry standards. They ensure proper installation, guaranteeing a secure fit and optimal performance. While windscreen replacement may be costlier than repairs, it is essential for severe damages to ensure safety and maintain the integrity of the vehicle.

Benefits of Timely Windscreen Repair

Enhanced Safety

Prompt windscreen repair in Barnet prioritizes driver and passenger safety. A structurally sound windscreen provides crucial protection during accidents by preventing the roof from collapsing and ensuring airbags deploy correctly. Additionally, unobstructed visibility reduces the risk of accidents caused by impaired vision. By addressing windscreen damage promptly, Barnet residents contribute to safer road conditions for themselves and others.

Cost-Effectiveness

Repairing windscreen damage at the earliest opportunity can save vehicle owners money in the long run. Small chips or cracks can be repaired swiftly and affordably, preventing the need for a full windscreen replacement. By opting for repair rather than replacement, Barnet residents can keep their vehicles roadworthy without incurring the higher costs associated with extensive damage.

Time Efficiency

Professional windscreen repair Barnet understand the value of their customers' time. Repairing minor windscreen damage can often be completed within a short timeframe, allowing drivers to quickly resume their daily routines. In contrast, a windscreen replacement usually takes longer due to the more intricate installation process. By choosing timely repairs, Barnet residents can minimize disruptions and get back on the road swiftly.

Conclusion

Windscreen repair in Barnet is a vital service for maintaining driver safety and preserving the structural integrity of vehicles. By promptly addressing windscreen damage, residents can enjoy unobstructed visibility
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2023.06.01 16:43 WideEyeNow Xbox One X - Overheating after thermal paste replacement

My X1X has overtime been running the fan louder, and at certain times shutting down to overheating. What does the trick every time now, is trying to play Railway Empire, on any map, and before I can place two stations and connect them with a railway(1 minute of game time), console turns off, and rebooting gives overheat message.
After much google and youtube searching, common problem is thermal paste. I am decent with electronics repair as I used to be a cell phone technician, so testing these waters on my X1X, I felt comfortable with doing so.
Paste was dry and hard, so I cleaned the CPU(GPU?), applied(Artic-MX4) with the line method, waited an hour after application(mixed reviews, waited just incase), and tested playing Railway Empire again, same effect shuts down after 1 minute of gameplay. Tried a few more times(assuming getting it hot would change results), and same issue over and over.
Took it all back apart, just to make sure paste was evenly spreading. Application looked good, as all of the chip was covered(with little over-spillage). Paste did seem to dry a bit, I assume from it overheating. But for s***'s and giggles, cleaned it again, and reapplied paste with line method. I did not wait an hour(as was getting frustrated) and immediately tested same way. Overheated again after 1 minute of gameplay..
So I took it all back apart again, and this time started paying more attention to anything weird. I noticed that when placing the heatsink back on, and installing the X-clamp, that out of the 4 studs that pop through the motherboard, 2 of them seem to be a proper distance out, but the other 2 seem to be recessed(in more).
I cannot find any detailed information on if all studs should be exact distance protruding, or what signs and conditions would show if the heatsink or motherboard are warped. I have read somewhere that there is a overheating sensor built-in somewhere, and is possible this could be bad.
So is it possible the motherboard or heatsink is warped? Or can someone test that it is in-fact Railway Empire that has the issue on X1X(poor performance), and that's why they made Railway Empire 2?
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2023.06.01 16:28 dafc- Any possible way to fix this?

Any possible way to fix this?
Piece chipped off when I dropped a bottle on the counter. As you can some of the material between countertop and piece is missing. Whats the best possible way to repair this without replacing the entire countertop? TIA gang!
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2023.06.01 15:41 gdore15 Trip report : Three months in Japan including one in Kyushu.

In this report, I'll mostly list the city I visited during my trip and give my general impression or talk about what I did.
I spend a total of three months in Japan, the first 11 days around Tokyo, two weeks to move between Osaka and Hiroshima one month across Kyushu and finally back in Tokyo for a month, with some overnight trips in the Kanto area.
You can check my itinerary for Kyushu, it will give more detail on location I planned to visit in each city (I mostly followed it) and also gives a bit more info about me. I also wrote about traveling as a Hololive fan and posted on the dedicated sub, but here I posted about anime shopping a bit more in general.
If you want to get my extra tips that you would not usually read here or in other guides, I posted my tips on JapanTravelTips.
Walked from 9k to 31k steps by day, an average of 15k to 20k depending on the month I look at. Total cost including flight was about 8000CAD, I mostly stayed in hostels or similar accommodation, did not use JR Pass and mostly eat food in restaurant while moving around, but back in Tokyo I did much more convenience store/grocery store shopping for food. It did include a lot of craft beer and a bit of souvenir shopping.
Feel free to ask question, especially if I mention a place that you would like to visit, I can give more info. Or if you want to see picture of anything I mentioned, let me know I can try to share.
Kansai/Chugoku
Kyushu
Kanto
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2023.06.01 13:38 Adam-best Glass Chip & Scratch Repair Kit

Chipped windows can be a real pain, the worst part is, most of the time it's not even your fault and it ends up costing you thousands of dollars to repair.
The Glass Repair Kit will save you hundreds if not thousands on glass repair, it works on any glass, use it on your phone, windshield, windows or any crack that needs repairing. The 5-minute fix is a must-have in every junk drawer! https://zafyn.com/products/glass-chip-scratch-repair-kit

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You simply apply the adhesive to the crack(s) and smooth it out using the curing strip, allow it to dry and scrape the excess resin away leaving the broken glass looking good as new.
You can also use the high-pressure vacuum function for more precision on windshields and chips, it will vacuum all the oxygen out of the cracks so our enhanced sealing injection head can generate the proper amount of pressure to force our repairing liquid deep into the damaged area. Repairing it from the inside out.

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Using our repair kit you can have your phone, windows or any glass surface looking like new again in no time.
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