Random Comments/Stream of Consciousness Thread

[Br!an]

Thanks for the reply. This is a drainage issue. The potable water is already corrected and has been run overhead. The drain in question is connecting to some very old lines and I've had this discussion with my plumber. Sadly the cost to run this out directly to the city sewer and bypass the old plumbing is substantial. The insurance is being very adamant that they will not cover any trenching work because my main sewer line hasn't been proving to be bad. The sad thing is we bought this house specifically (and went up in price) because of the new kitchen. With our deductible and what the insurance is (hopefully) covering we will probably have to replace whatever parts of the kitchen which get damaged with downgraded materials.

The great thing is that me and my wife appreciate nicer things but we can live without them. We never had granite or nice cabinets or nice flooring in our 20 years together (until this house) and replacing the nice stuff with just functional stuff will be okay. It is disappointing and frustrating though.

I'm just ready to have the work done. The kitchen sink is the only sink in the house deep enough to handle dish washing and we have been using it and draining into a bucket under the sink. What a pain! Wash and let water out...carry bucket outside and dump it, bring it back in and then rinse...carry the bucket back outside and dump it.

Looking at removing a three month old kitchen, chipping out slab, and repairing some pipes. Not exactly what I have in the budget for home maintenance. Glad to be a homeowner again but this truly sucks.

If the pipes failed under one part of the slab, they will fail everywhere.

You are better off running new lines for the whole house through the attic.

There should be no damage to your kitchen. A competent cabinet installer should be able to uninstall and reinstall everything. The granite can remain in place. I do this all of the time.

[Ari_Racing]

My editor sent a copies of my book to some of the people involved somehow. Of course Stephen King got a copy (two, actually), reviewers, collaborators and people that might influence somehow.

From my side I sent a copy to Andrés Muschietti, director of the new adaptation of IT. I got a message from him yesterday (it's in Spanish since he's an Argentinean)



It says:

"Ariel!! Thanks for the book! And thanks for the publication of it and the general deed regarding the King world. We're currently editing and the movie is going really great. Still halfway with visual effects and general postproduction."

It made my day

[Brian861]

Congrats, Ari! Bummer, Kris.

[herbertwest]

Well done !

[Theli]

Very cool, Ari!

[webstar1000]

My editor sent a copies of my book to some of the people involved somehow. Of course Stephen King got a copy (two, actually), reviewers, collaborators and people that might influence somehow.

From my side I sent a copy to Andrés Muschietti, director of the new adaptation of IT. I got a message from him yesterday (it's in Spanish since he's an Argentinean)



It says:

"Ariel!! Thanks for the book! And thanks for the publication of it and the general deed regarding the King world. We're currently editing and the movie is going really great. Still halfway with visual effects and general postproduction."

It made my day

That is so cool Ari. Man... I hope he kills it and the movie rocks!

[wizardsrainbow]

BREAKING NEWS! Just found out that my firm closed its equity research unit this afternoon in a 2 minute conference call....small ray of hope, was told they MIGHT have a need for my Supervisory Analyst role on the Fixed Income side of the business. Waiting for the head dude to call me next minutes...If goes badly, I'll be out of a "real" job. If good, I may still be employed but I might get asked to work DAYS and maybe even commute into NYC again....Wish me luck.

[Br!an]

LUCK!!!

[bdwyer19]

Sending good thoughts your way, David. Good luck!!

[Lot guy]

Wishing you best of luck and positive thoughts!!!!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Wishing you luck buddy!


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[peripheral]

Good luck David..! Let us know how it goes

[T-Dogz_AK47]

Wishing you good luck, David!!

[wizardsrainbow]

Well, pretty bad news overall....Firm has kept Fixed Income unit and a lone equity analyst covering banking (some crossover biz expected from him + fixed income). I essentially have been laid off with the rest of the equity people but they are retaining me only on a contractual basis for a bit to meet the regulatory needs of this lone analyst.....he may not even stay at the firm given everyone else is gone. So details are still sketchy, but it looks like I'm out of a permanent job and have been retained on an hourly basis to help this one guy.

I'm 57 years old now....I was 50 years old last (and only) time I was laid off and finding a new job was bitch tough then, can only imagine now, but seems those are the cards I have been dealt. Keeping a positive attitude here but I see VERY tough/bumpy roads ahead. I know (have seen) others here lose jobs/struggle/regain their footing and I will do the same, but not knowing the path you are on is a bit unsettling. Not jumping to ANY conclusions, but trying to balance finding a real job to support my family and keeping on top of Betts will be quite a bit more challenging. Before anyone suggests it, Betts cannot be big enough to support my family here in the Northeast, unless my profits more than tripled which would entail being able to sell same volume at triple the prices which just ain't gonna happen...it is a WONDERFUL labor of love (and profitable) but no where near the levels I need to sustain a family of 5.

Well, I've been here before, reinvented myself once already and been successful...am positive mentally, know I have people's support and patience....will be moving ahead cause looking behind does no good at all. Still more data to gather too. Appreciate everyone's well wishes and support. I'll keep you posted.

[zelig]

Good luck David. As you know, when one door closes another one opens. Sometimes change is a good thing and maybe it's just time to move on to something new. All the best.

[peripheral]

I wish you well David. It sounds like you are excellent at what you do, and your optimistic frame of mind will make all the difference. As Paul says, endings are new beginnings. I'm keen to see how where your new adventure lands you 12 months from now. All the best.

[Brian861]

I can completely feel your pain, David. I've been laid off 3 times in 3 years from the same job. But fortunately for me, I'm always able to return, just always a matter of when and how much work when I do. It will improve greatly as I become higher in tenure but man, it sure sucks presently.

I wish you and yours all the best. You are truly one of the best here and from talking to you via phone a few times, I can hear the patience, respect, honor, and passion you have for your fellow collector and side business that you run for both yourself and us. I think I speak for us all when I say we truly appreciate that! A thing that is becoming more rare these days.

You'll be an awesome asset wherever you land and they'll be lucky to have ya.

[webstar1000]

This is horrible... I am sorry to hear this David Thoughts with you brother.

[Pasiuk57]

Truly horrible news-good luck David-I hope the search goes faster this time.
My wife's company has laid off over 500 people since August. Her boss and boss's boss were fired then. She has been luck so far but every day you wonder if it will be her turn.
Good luck!

[Theli]

I know what it's like to have an unclear financial future and it is uncomfortable to say the least. I'm sure you will persevere though. Best of luck David!

[Ari_Racing]

A very bad news indeed but let's hope you find something great very soon this time! All the best luck from here.

[CRinVA]

[Brian861]

Have you guys heard that Scribner will be doing a TPB release of Creepshow due out in May? Supposedly with new cover art.

[zelig]

Have you guys heard that Scribner will be doing a TPB release of Creepshow due out in May? Supposedly with new cover art.

Yes I saw that. You can preorder it at Amazon.

[Brian861]

Have you guys heard that Scribner will be doing a TPB release of Creepshow due out in May? Supposedly with new cover art.

Yes I saw that. You can preorder it at Amazon.

Sweet! Thanks, Paul! Only $11.71 with Prime too. Got the first shipment in btw, thanks! I'm pretty sure you mailed 'em both the same day. Go figure they wouldn't arrive on the same day :/. The other one is slated for delivery on Monday.