Rants Raves and Stupid Shit in Seattle.

[QUOTE=Original703;5724629]All right, mongers, to each their own: you puts down your hard-earned cash and you hopes you gets what you want.

Buuuut, if you think you can determine birth gender based on a mannerism or a smell or a look or anything else, well, good luck with that: it's hardly foolproof. Unless you're karyotyping, you can't be sure whether the person was [B]A[/B]ssigned [B]F[/B]emale [B]A[/B]t [B]B[/B]irth or [B]A[/B]ssigned [B]M[/B]ale [B]A[/B]t [B]B[/B]irth. And even then, analyzing the pair of sex chromosomes--most people have an XX pair (AFAB) or an XY pair (AMAB) --you're only identifying whether the person was assigned female or male at birth, respectively. From that microscopic analysis, you can't establish their gender identity nor whether they've undergone gender confirmation surgery.

Like Aussie said, "There's nothing wrong with being trans or a trans SW. " Now let's fucking amplify that 100 fold. If you're transgender, you're going to' have a tough time of it. The world is not going to be kind to you. And I'm here to say, hey, I've got your back. I'm a cis male with all of the associated privileges. The least I can do is publicly support you by honoring your pronouns and denouncing transphobic rhetoric.

Oh, and while I'm on my soapbox, let's not put quotes around the words "women" and "men". To be sure, it's convenient shorthand, implying that there are [I]real[/I] women who possess stereotypical feminine qualities and [I]real[/I] men who possess stereotypical masculine qualities, but also suggesting that not all men and women are [I]real[/I] in their gender identity. That kind of reductive narrative does us all a disservice. Let's acknowledge that the world is far more complicated with gradations exceeding our limited vision and desire for binary options..[/QUOTE]Congratulations, by regurgitating these woke cult talking points you have proved that you are so much more virtuous then everyone else. May you be granted special privileges in the new fascist authoritarian liberal regime so that you can work together to persecute those who don't agree with you. Maybe one day your dream will come true where all men will be required to be pounded to death in the ass publicly for your amusement in the name of tolerance and diversity.

This story is just what I like:

[URL]https://www.yahoo.com/news/73-old-york-grandmother-outsmarted-201133711.html[/URL]

I wonder how we can out smart those women who want to scam you by requiring payment up front via Zelle, CashApp, EBay Gift cards, etc.

[QUOTE=BiggusAssus;5740128]The fentanyl and heroin is really popular in Seattle.

I used to live and work near SeaTac for about 10 years. I ate at quite a few of the restaurants around that area, and there was no food around there I thought was very good. 13 coins was the only exception but that was back in 2005, but it went down hill after that.

Southcenter mall area in Tukwila just down the hill from SeaTac has quite a few good places. I haven't been out to eat there in several years now so I don't know who is still in business since covid, but I really liked din tai fung Chinese resturant in the mall, albeit a little expensive compared to some places.

Their location in Bellevue used to be more consistent. Back to Tukwila, There used to be a decent Asian buffet across from claim jumper in the old theatre parking lot. There are a number of other good places to eat near the mall.[/QUOTE]I will strongly second Din Tai Fung right now, here and now. That's very good cooking and very good food! They are busy as all hell, so if you're in a hurry, just forget it and drive thru somewhere. But don't miss it. They deserve the business--and you won't regret a single thing about it. Proof of vaccination is required to dine in, but carryout is available too.

[QUOTE=BiggusAssus;5740157]Congratulations, by regurgitating these woke cult talking points you have proved that you are so much more virtuous then everyone else. May you be granted special privileges in the new fascist authoritarian liberal regime so that you can work together to persecute those who don't agree with you. Maybe one day your dream will come true where all men will be required to be pounded to death in the ass publicly for your amusement in the name of tolerance and diversity.[/QUOTE]Get over yourself.

Hard to say without knowing more about your tastes, but a couple people have pushed din tai fung on you. The one recommending south center area is a Rex alt, most restaurants in that area tend to be chains, it's pretty meh area for restaurants imo. This is a big generalization but imo the more ethnic the neighborhood the better the food options tend to be, if you prefer authentic mom and pop type joints. There's been a lot of new development in the white center area that is worth checking out.

If you're looking for dumplings there's a much better option called Mama Dough's in an Asian strip mall complex not too far from where you are. Next door to it there's another Asian restaurant called hue ki gy that has some phenomal garlic butter wings. Both worth trying for Asian food.

For sports bars there's a brews and young hotties joint called Twin Peaks near southcenter that has its own microbrews served by scantily clad college girl types. Kinda spendy for a go-to, you'll probably need to discover a neighborhood joint for yourself for that, but peaks is good for an occasional visit or to catch a game.

[QUOTE=SfoDavid67;5739808]In anticipation of my move to Seattle next month, what can you guys recommend for Seattles best Micro Brew beer? Also I will likely live near the SEA airport, best restaurants, sports grills? Pizza? Thanks guys![/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=SfoDavid67;5739808]In anticipation of my move to Seattle next month, what can you guys recommend for Seattles best Micro Brew beer? Also I will likely live near the SEA airport, best restaurants, sports grills? Pizza? Thanks guys![/QUOTE]Welcome to Seattle next month. There is a celebrity chef from this area (Tom Douglas) and he is not the best but not bad either. The good thing that I like is that he is incredibly versatile so he has Italian, Mexican, pacific northwest and many other types of restaurants. I particularly like this place called "Serious Pie" it is a pretty authentic brick oven pizza (have the fennel sausage and peppers pizza) and you will see what I mean. Each pizza is a napolitan style so one pizza per person. They also have pretty good micro-brews. This is in downtown Seattle so about 20 mins from the airport. Every weekday evening they have a happy hour where pitchers of beer and pizza is half price. So if you go there in a group it really makes it convenient you can try out a bunch of different beers and pizza combos.

Just do a search on Tom Douglas and you would see all his restaurants. Like I said he is not the best. But if you come to the PNW you should at least try him out. Hope that helps.

[QUOTE=SfoDavid67;5739808]In anticipation of my move to Seattle next month, what can you guys recommend for Seattles best Micro Brew beer? Also I will likely live near the SEA airport, best restaurants, sports grills? Pizza? Thanks guys![/QUOTE]If you like Caribbean food. Try Bongos. Non Pretentious place with incredible sandwiches. Do a search for "Bongo Cafe in Seattle" and you will find it with no problems. The Desi Sandwich is - "Citrus Braised Pork, caramelized onions, pickled jalapenos, banana peppers, cilantro and house aioli on a toasted saba roll" and it is extremely good. This place is in North Seattle so maybe a 30 min drive (could be more if you do it during rush hour). Hope this helps. Seattle has a decent food scene and I think you will really like it.

[QUOTE=LeeGroinman;5741262]Get over yourself.[/QUOTE]Can string better say th ings less make sens for smp.

There, that mo betta on your lvl.

[QUOTE=CamelToe2000;5741542]south center, most restaurants in that area tend to be chains, it's pretty meh area for restaurants imo.[/QUOTE]A big plus one on that. Unless someone considers chain restaurants as good. I'm not one of them.

Good info on those other restaurants BTW.

Why does the USASG servers go down every fucking night for maintenance? By the time everyone else goes to bed and I can browse freely it's already offline. Every. Single. Night.

Is that really necessary? Could it be once or twice a week instead?

Who here has been in the military?

Whether for even a few weeks, to many years?

For privacy reasons, you don't have to say which branch, or for what country.

I would like to know who here has been in the military. Sometimes, knowing that about somebody, can help me understand them better. Whether you actually go to combat, or not, being in the military has a visible effect on people, that others can see.

One of the first keys to getting along with others, is to understand their life experiences.

[QUOTE=PAPaul;5744243]Who here has been in the military?

Whether for even a few weeks, to many years?

For privacy reasons, you don't have to say which branch, or for what country.

I would like to know who here has been in the military. Sometimes, knowing that about somebody, can help me understand them better. Whether you actually go to combat, or not, being in the military has a visible effect on people, that others can see.

One of the first keys to getting along with others, is to understand their life experiences.[/QUOTE]Not a good thing to ask for on your first post. I'd be surprised if anyone replies.

[QUOTE=WalterWhite99;5744455]Not a good thing to ask for on your first post. I'd be surprised if anyone replies.[/QUOTE]Trust me, that is not his first post. Alts run deep on this board.

[QUOTE=PAPaul;5744243]Who here has been in the military?

Whether for even a few weeks, to many years?

For privacy reasons, you don't have to say which branch, or for what country.

I would like to know who here has been in the military. Sometimes, knowing that about somebody, can help me understand them better. Whether you actually go to combat, or not, being in the military has a visible effect on people, that others can see.

One of the first keys to getting along with others, is to understand their life experiences.[/QUOTE]I suspect a good percentage of people here are vets. My username comes from roaming the villages around Camp Casey and Camp Hovey a few decades ago. And I've been loving the Korean women ever since!

[QUOTE=PAPaul;5744243]Who here has been in the military?

Whether for even a few weeks, to many years?

For privacy reasons, you don't have to say which branch, or for what country.

I would like to know who here has been in the military. Sometimes, knowing that about somebody, can help me understand them better. Whether you actually go to combat, or not, being in the military has a visible effect on people, that others can see.

One of the first keys to getting along with others, is to understand their life experiences.[/QUOTE]This is totally irrelevant and inappropriate to ask!

If you want to get along with others treat them with respect. Build them up and not tear them down.