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    Parents are lookin at an 08 Cobalt

    I drove one of the base models for about 2 months and the handling was a step down from other cars I've driven. One of the things that was nice about the cobalt was the automatic lights when the sun sets. I wish more cars had that.
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    Career help. Picking between two companies? What would you do?

    Keep in mind that your initial salary is important since your annual raises will be based off of that.
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    What would you do if you were accidentally overpaid?

    This happened to me once, but I didn't realize I was overpaid. I found out when they asked me to refund them.
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    Light meals / snacks

    For breakfast, have a carton of yogurt. For lunch, eat a bagel. For dinner, eat whatever you want. Repeat on weekdays. Then on the weekend, eat like a king. I find myself saving some money this way.
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    Furlough day?

    I'm headed over there pretty soon.
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    Whats your favorite way to eat a Sea Kitten?

    w/ tartartartartartartartartartartartartartartartartartartartar sauce
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    If you are applying for a job DON'T do this...

    The State Dept. has the worst job application ever. I know a bunch of people who were interested, but decided not to apply because they were turned off by the length of the application.
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    Car Rant

    Today, I noticed a scratch on my passenger side door. It looks like someone in the parking lot opened their door too far and left a scratch. What makes me mad is not the scratch, but the fact that someone has the nerve to damage someone's property and not take responsibility for it.
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    wow. neighbors Called DCFS on us.

    Where I lived a long time ago, we had racist neighbors who called DCFS on us when I was young. They called to check if our parents were home (When I was in grade school). Luckily, a friend covered for us. The racist neighbors moved away a year later. I bet stuff like this is common. You just...
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    YAJT

    Edit: I decided to go with Option A. The place let me adjust my work hours, so the commute isn't as bad. I was stuck in traffic for 2+ hours going home my first week. Now it only takes 1 hour with work schedule 7:00-4:30. However, the age gap is still there. I find it hard to connect with...
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    Anyone know any shortcuts?

    Does anyone have any tips on driving from BWI to Dulles during rush hour? It has taken me a about 2 hours to get there. I am looking for an alternative route that will cut that time down to 1 - 1.5 hours. TIA
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    Is this a good deal?

    Thanks!
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    Hi. I work at McDonald's.

    I read the note. I was talking about what was behind the note. :confused:
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    Hi. I work at McDonald's.

    Looks like an ice cream sandwich?
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    Is this a good deal?

    I'm looking to buy a miata as a daily driver. I would be commuting 50 miles to work. The MSRP is listed as $29,530 and my offer is around $25,000. Is this a good deal or should I just get a used car and wait for the future model?
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    Tell me what to do (finals)

    I can tell. :)
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    If I find hair in my food at a resturant

    Oh, one time I got a blizzard with Oreo cookies from a local Dairy Queen. While eating it, I noticed a chopped-up cockaroach in the cup. It was likely in the cookie jar they have. Let's just say I never went back to Dairy Queen after that.
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    If I find hair in my food at a resturant

    I was at the airport in Atlanta when I got some Chinese food. I had a flight to catch so I took my food to the waiting area. While eating, I noticed a sharp metal object in my food! I could have swallowed it if I wasn't careful. I didn't go back and complain because I would have missed my...
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    I changed Counter Strike Source and Papa John's b/c of 2 comments

    If there is a bridge that oscillates when the wind blows (not as bad as the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, but still very noticeable), and I complain about it, will they fix it? :confused:
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    Is the economy affecting you directly?

    Does the job description include servicing vending machines that dispense panties? :)
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    premium chocolate for the gf, any suggestions?

    I personally like Ghiradelli 70% cacao. I also recommend Niederigger if you're into marzipan.
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    Is the economy affecting you directly?

    Yeah, the response I got from some of the recruiters was that they were impressed with my interview, but they found more qualified applicants. I feel that if I applied last spring, I would have gotten some offers.
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    Is the economy affecting you directly?

    It's been a tough week. After getting to 4 final interviews, I got 2 dings/1 waitlist this week. Hopefully my 4th one doesn't ding me or I'll consider myself a failure. I can't think of a worse time to graduate. Anyone else in the same boat?
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    If you were to reimburse for mileage

    wow, for capital one, they only reimburse $0.485/mi. i probably won't get that back for another 2 months.
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    Six Sigma Training

    i think it looks good if you use it in a project. i took a class where six sigma concepts were used in a group project. the experience came in handy when i job interviewed.
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    Credit card APRs skyrocketing?

    I just noticed that my chase card jumped to 18.99%. After I pay off my balance, I won't be using that card unless they drop my APR.
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    What to do in San Diego & LA

    Didn't one of the tigers maul some people last year at the San Diego zoo?
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    YAJT

    poll added.
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    YAJT

    Thank you for your responses. I'd say the pay will be similar at both places, and job security won't be a big issue since both companies cater to the government (and sponsor clearances). Regarding tuition reimbursement, I'd imagine that they'd limit me to schools in the metro area. When I...
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    YAJT

    I'm an EE straight out of college. Can you guys explain why you prefer Option A? I feel like Option B would open more doors to other opportunities whereas Option A, you would be stuck with one role.
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    YAJT

    I'm currently looking at two career paths. I would greatly value your input based on past experiences. Option A: Work for a defense contractor. 1. relaxed dress code 2. huge age gap 3. spend most of the time in a cubicle/lab 4. full tuition reimbursement 5. 1 hour commute Option B...
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    Sushi @ Costco = YUM!

    yep, california rolls at costco don't taste like what they're supposed to taste like. i had some california rolls from a local place today. they were good. :)
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    Newegg

    thanks, will do.
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    Newegg

    bump because deal ends in a couple of hours.
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    Newegg

    Newegg - TD 799.99 - 718.63 = 81.36 (where i live)
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    Newegg

    I ordered this yesterday. However, Tiger Direct has the same item for about $80 less with shipping. The deal at TD ends today, and newegg's customer service unavailable. Newegg charged my card, but I still have the option to cancel. What should I do?
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    yay! I'm done with my Black Friday Shopping

    My parents wanted to pick up the $799 40" samsung lcd, but it sold out everywhere. So, I ordered them the 40" toshiba lcd on newegg for the same price. I hope there isn't too much of a difference in quality.