Recent content by Quarkork

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    Breaking News: Visa Becomes First Major Payments Network to Settle Transactions in USD Coin

    I don't know much about this, but as far as I do know, Stablecoin is a crypto that's connected to the US dollar? That would make sense as to why they chose that one over some of the others out there, which can be more volatile. Either way, glad to see major players in the financial world getting...
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    Thinking about hiring movers. Please share your experience.

    The main thing I'd keep in mind is that different companies tend to have different prices, even for the same job. I would guess that a local move, they should be closer in price, but it's still to your benefit to get estimates from a few options before deciding on one. It could mean a difference...
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    What's your favourite T.V series?

    Person of Interest is definitely underrated. I think that and the Americans are two of my favorite "under the radar" shows.
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    Vomitting after cigar

    Did you inhale the smoke or something? I rarely smoke a cigar, but I didn't have any issues my first time. You want to taste it, not inhale it.
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    Pets

    Not me, but my old neighbor had a giant tortoise which was awesome to watch. He kind of just did laps around the yard slowly and chewed on vegetables, but still very entertaining just because you never see a turtle (tortoise? not sure) of that size in normal life, especially not roaming around...
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    Working harder makes me happier.

    I totally agree. Putting in work can seem daunting before you do it, but if you actually put your focus and energy into it, it's much easier when you're in the midst of it. And like you said, it feels much more rewarding afterward. I think the same is true of exercising.
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    Any golfers on the forum

    I haven't played in a few years, but I used to go out every week or two when I worked by a course. Hoping to get back into the swing of things after we get through this pandemic. Nothing like being out on a course on a lazy afternoon and trying to punch my second shot out from under a tree on...
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    Hobbies?

    Hiking, photography, sports (watching & playing), obviously gaming. I've recently tried my hand at learning to cook a little better, which has been fun.