The totally off-topic thread

[marki]

Don't tell JohnK!

JohnK did you notice ?



Have never seen so much snow/ice after recent climb through thick cloud over WA

 

[JohnK]

I found the shoe laces, $1.69 for two pair. Definitely worth looking for and not worth the original $3 quoted for one pair.

Good to see you ended up saving 31 cents.

So your hourly rate at work is? Don't want to know but reckon it's one way of working out the true value of hunting around for such stuff.

Matter of principle not to overpay for any goods or services.

 

[Hvr]

I found the shoe laces, $1.69 for two pair. Definitely worth looking for and not worth the original $3 quoted for one pair.

Good to see you ended up saving 31 cents.


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Actually I saved $4.31 by buying two pair for $1.69 instead of two pair for $6 or $3 per pair.

I also received points for Amex expenditure and Woolworths rewards points.

 

[anat0l]

Matter of principle not to overpay for any goods or services.

We'll see how your "matters of principle" stack up when someone's health or life is at stake.

One thing I've learned is that arguing and acting purely on principle may not be the most productive approach. Principles are important but not absolute.

In the case of the laces, if they weren't an urgent purchase and one didn't go to extreme lengths to procure said cheaper laces, then there's nothing wrong with the story just foretold and the idea that time was wasted is markedly less important. On the other hand, if it were me and I had a job interview the next day and my shoes needed new laces (as well as a clean and buff), then I'd more than likely just buy the more expensive laces as there's just no time to wait or waste to seek and get the cheaper ones.

Finally, while it may not really apply to laces (actually, in my case it can, as I found out from experience), even though there are "overpriced" things in this world, there's still lots of situations where you will get what you paid for - the extra investment now may materialise as less effort to maintain later or better quality product. Unless you live in an absolute socialist society devoid of capitalism and free market principles, pricing will continue to be at levels where enough people will be willing to pay for it; the line between that said price and "rip off" is not always clear.

 

[Bindibuys]

33rd wedding anniversary today..... let's see if we can still play on Christmas Day....

 

[AisleSeat]

33rd wedding anniversary today..... let's see if we can still play on Christmas Day....

Congratulations!

 

[AisleSeat]

My team moved buildings this morning. We appear to now have a combined tea room/server room. It's just one stack, but still.

 

[Bundy Bear]

33rd wedding anniversary today.........

Congrats,

My parents had their 49th wedding anniversary yesterday.

 

[JohnK]

We'll see how your "matters of principle" stack up when someone's health or life is at stake.

One thing I've learned is that arguing and acting purely on principle may not be the most productive approach. Principles are important but not absolute.

Life and health override princliples.

Most times. If the local chemist has antibiotics for $17 but the chemist in the next suburb has them for $5.50 then it's a no brainer where I'll go.

A couple of weeks ago GP mentioned that it would be a good idea to do a gastroscopy. I haven't done one in 10 years. I don't have a specialist. From memory last time it cost a fair amount even with private cover. I'm going to try and get on the public waitlist.

I hate over paying for things no matter how trivial it sounds to others.

 

[cove]

JohnK just remember that life is not a dress rehearsal.

 

[JohnK]

JohnK just remember that life is not a dress rehearsal.

That we don't know. There are many clues that we have done this before but that's for another discussion.

 

[cove]

I didn't see a white light JohnK so I intend enjoying this life with friends and rellies.

 

[Antoallison]

Maybe get checked for GORD ? - as reflux from stomach acid can cause irritation to oesphagagus and dry cough.

Using Dr Google to figure out why Ive had this dry cough for the past 2 or 3 months. I can almost stop myself from coughing but otherwise, its every hour or so. Drives me nuts. I dont smoke, havent been sick, staying hydrated, never had asthma and its most noticeable during the day because of air con and at night because of temperature changes (we dont use aircon at home).

Dr Google hasnt declared me dead or dying yet so thats always a plus when using it.
Edit: I take it back, I just got to the Mayo website for Dr Google Dead or Dying....

 

[Pushka]

That we don't know. There are many clues that we have done this before but that's for another discussion.

My risk management strategy is to cover both bases and not rely on something I know, which is the current.

 

[tgh]

That we don't know. There are many clues that we have done this before but that's for another discussion.

Hard to imagine a more appropriate thread venue on AFF then right here … more information please...

 

[RooFlyer]

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A couple of weeks ago GP mentioned that it would be a good idea to do a gastroscopy. I haven't done one in 10 years. I don't have a specialist. From memory last time it cost a fair amount even with private cover. I'm going to try and get on the public waitlist.

I hate over paying for things no matter how trivial it sounds to others.

You wouldn't be 'overpaying' by having your own specialist do it. its just that if you go onto the public waitlist you are 'underpaying' because the taxpayers are subsidising you more.

 

[JohnK]

I didn't see a white light JohnK so I intend enjoying this life with friends and rellies.

And who says I don't enjoy life regardless of the curve balls?

My risk management strategy is to cover both bases and not rely on something I know, which is the current.

I'm not covering any bases. I go by my experiences. I almost died twice. That's enough for me.

 

[Quickstatus]

7-11 coffees:

$1, $2, $3 versions.

Most buy the $2.

But I think 2x$1 cup has more volume than $3 cup
not only that but the coffee grind amount is the same across all cups sizes
The volume difference is made up of water .

Next time try it - use a $1 cup but press the $2 long black button. The flow stops very soon after it reaches the top of the $1 cup and is mainly hot water

 

[JohnK]

You wouldn't be 'overpaying' by having your own specialist do it. its just that if you go onto the public waitlist you are 'underpaying' because the taxpayers are subsidising you more.

Wouldn't it be nice if everyone contributed the same? It's a shame some people get away with not paying enough tax.

But we also have a different issue. I pay Medicare (way more than my fair share) and I pay for private health insurance but if I do a gastroscopy I am still out of pocket around $500 because the specialist charges some obscene amount that is not in touch with reality and so does the an aenesthetist. And let's not forget the ridiculous theatre charge.

Thanks but I'll try the public system this time around.

 

[serfty]

I think you need to change insurer/gastrolgist ...