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[-] Kit 16 points 2 days ago

Finally some decent news.

[-] Kit 6 points 2 days ago

Strategic job hopping is the key to success.

[-] Kit 4 points 2 days ago

Not the answer you're looking for, but public libraries often have newspaper subscriptions that you can use to access articles.

[-] Kit 7 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

I've never been to NYC, but I live in a nearby state and ran a cost of living comparison report. My salary is close to yours in terms of comparison. It allows a middle class lifestyle - middle of the road housing, transportation, takeout once or twice a week, some hobbies, vacation once a year. I don't have a family so you may need to be a bit more frugal.

It's crucial to have a nest egg set aside in case you lose your job because social services are minimal. Also bear in mind that most US jobs don't offer a pension, but instead your job likely offers a 401k or IRA. That's usually not enough to retire on, especially if you plan on renting, so try to budget for investments if you ever plan on retiring.

[-] Kit 7 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

Regarding health insurance, this will likely come from your employer and costs vary wildly. Ask to see the Healthcare plan costs (which you'll pay per month just to have the insurance) and explanation of benefits. Most Healthcare plans have a deductible, and you'll need to pay that entire amount out of pocket before the insurance pays anything. Then you'll have a copay or coinsurance until you reach your maximum out of pocket. As a best practice, always assume that you'll reach your maximum out of pocket amount each year when budgeting.

[-] Kit 8 points 2 days ago
[-] Kit 7 points 2 days ago

Are they still paying you?

[-] Kit 5 points 2 days ago

Imagine the shenanigans coming home from the bar at 2am in one of those

[-] Kit 15 points 2 days ago

It's amazing how spot on this is.

[-] Kit 43 points 4 days ago

Doordash and other similar services. My order is wrong 9 times out of 10, and the price isn't justifiable. I'd rather save the frustration and money and just make ramen or similar meals when I've been smoking or drinking and shouldn't drive to fulfill the munchies.

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submitted 5 months ago by Kit to c/manga@lemmy.ml

I'm new to manga and have read the above. I get hooked on the cat and mouse of "How will our protagonist overcome it this time?". Any manga recommendations like this?

Of the above, Berserk was my favorite. Beefy men are a plus.

Thanks ahead of time!

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submitted 6 months ago by Kit to c/linux@lemmy.ml

I have a raspberry Pi 4B that is connected to a CRT TV via Composite and controlled with a PS4 controller. I'd like to use the Pi for Netflix, Plex client, and playing DVDs from an ext drive. What distro would be best for this?

I tossed Retro Pi onto it and the controls work great but I can't figure out how to install the media apps.

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submitted 6 months ago by Kit to c/food@beehaw.org

Pretend you have a fully functioning kitchen and filtered water. There is no limit to how much food you can bring, but you have to carry it. What would you bring?

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submitted 7 months ago by Kit to c/privacy@lemmy.ml

I'm taking a long biking trip soon and want to share my live location with my boyfriend in case something happens. Any recommendations for privacy-focused apps that can accomplish this? I'm on Android, he's on iOS.

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submitted 7 months ago by Kit to c/cats@sh.itjust.works

I have a 5 year old cat that I adopted 3 years ago, and I'd like to get him a companion but I'm struggling to identify the characteristics I should look for. Can anyone offer advice?

He's a rugged old soul. He loves playing with my 2 year old dog but otherwise just lounges around nearby but not touching - typical Russian Blue. He does try to clean and cuddle the dog, but the pup doesn't understand and runs away. He was actively cuddling with other cats at the shelter when I adopted him so I think he'll do well with a housemate.

I've met a few shelter cats this week but I'm stressing about identifying which would be a good fit. Are male and female both a good bet? Would it be best to get a kitten, an older cat, or somewhere in between? Playful or extremely lazy, or a lap cat?

I know I'll be happy with any choice, so I'm mostly focused on finding a good match for my Russian Blue. Thanks.

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submitted 7 months ago by Kit to c/machinelearning@lemmy.ml

Copilot sounds amazing on paper. The free (to 365 subs) version on the web is just Chat GPT4, so that's familiar enough. The integration with 365 applications is really what grabs me. Stuff like tossing it 10 spreadsheets and asking it to analyze and compare the data, having a virtual assistant to remind me of upcoming actionables, and summarizing a meeting when I zone out - it all sounds really handy.

I met with Microsoft last week and they're down for giving me a 90 day trial if I want to take it for a spin. Any thoughts or suggestions? I ideally want to determine if this will improve productivity for my end users enough to be worth the insane cost of $30/user/mo.

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submitted 7 months ago by Kit to c/wargaming@lemmy.world

I played Warhammer Fantasy in the 2000s and it was a highlight of my adolescence. I'm finally in a stable enough position to rekindle my love of collecting and painting miniatures, and hopefully joining in on a wargame. Are there any good fantasy options these days?

I see that Warhammer Fantasy is completely gone, and Warhammer: The Old World is just kicking off but has very limited races. 40k and Age of Sigmar aren't appealing to me - I prefer high Fantasy.

Any tips for where I should look? I'm in a major city so I'm sure I can find a game of anything remotely popular. Should I just wait for The Old World to release more races and pick up in popularity? I'd love to play elves or anything similar. Thanks ahead of time.

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My partner has too many clothes (self.relationship_advice)
submitted 9 months ago* (last edited 9 months ago) by Kit to c/relationship_advice@lemmy.world

Help! My live-in partner of 3 years has too many clothes and it's overrunning our house. We live in a two bedroom condo with only two closets in the entire unit, and there's just not enough space.

At last count (2 years ago) there was over 300 articles of clothing - shirts, pants, jackets. There is constantly piles of clothes everywhere, clean and dirty, and nowhere to put them. They wear multiple outfits each day and throw them on the floor in the evening.

2 years ago I bought a few Ikea clothing containers to slide under the bed, and those are packed full of folded shirts that are never worn. And they just keep buying more.

I've spoken with them about this multiple times and they say that they'll get rid of some of the clothes, but never did.

On the flip side, I have four pairs of pants, a few shorts, around a dozen shirts and a suit.

What can I do?

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submitted 9 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) by Kit to c/ftm

I'm a transman who has been on T since 2011. I've recently begun experiencing bleeding despite good T levels. My doctor suggested hysterectomy, but that is not in line with my transition goals. Have any of you gotten an endometrial ablation instead? I've read studies out of medical colleges reporting good results for transmen. It seems like an easy outpatient procedure on paper.

Edit: Spoke with my doctor and she doubled my T. If bleeding doesn't stop within 3 months she's recommending me for the surgery.

Edit 3 months later: Increasing T gel worked

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submitted 9 months ago by Kit to c/apexlegends@lemmy.world

Can anyone hop into Duos with me and help me Craft an Expired Ally Banner? It should only take a few minutes.

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submitted 10 months ago by Kit to c/ftm

I'm a transguy who transitioned in the 2000s and have had top surgery. I toured a gym that has a beautiful sauna, steam room, and hot tub that I'd like to join, but clothes are not permitted in any of the above. I'm worried about running into trouble if I go naked.

The gym is like a Jewish YMCA and is adamantly LGBTQ+ friendly and even has reminders in the locker room that the space welcomes everyone. I asked the girl giving the tour about my concerns and she said to just wear a towel if I'm not comfortable, but I'm still a bit uncertain.

Do any of you guys go to nude men-only areas? Any tips?

I'm sure I won't get assaulted because I'm a tough looking guy that most folks wouldn't fuck with, but I don't want to invite trouble.

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Is failing to set boundaries cheating? (self.relationship_advice)
submitted 10 months ago by Kit to c/relationship_advice@lemmy.world

A month ago I found out that my (30's ftm) live-in boyfriend of 3 years (30's m) was sexting with various guys and making plans to meet up. We fought, made up, and got into therapy. Things are slowly healing.

Today I found out that an old friend of his that he used to sext with before our relationship still sends him nudes regularly on snapchat. I found out because my bf had saved a bunch of them. My bf says that he never responds to them and so he didn't think it was an issue. I disagree - If anyone I knew irl ever sent me nudes I would immediately delete it, ask them not to send more, and tell my bf about it.

My question is, was his lack of action yet another instance of cheating?

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