MarinaPinotLover
MarinaPinotLover t1_je79uuv wrote
Reply to comment by shamudawhale3 in Anyone in Shaw/Mt. Vernon Triangle been followed by a homeless guy? by shamudawhale3
I am almost certain this is the same guy who was sleeping under my building's covered (but open) parking area. Def a short young guy, but his hair adds a few inches? He actually came across "friendly" to me but then followed me to my car asking for cash - literally hand on my door and super intimidating. I told him I'd get cash and come back and he backed off but one of the only times I've actually been scared living here.
MarinaPinotLover t1_je2g88f wrote
Reply to any recommendations for good plumbers? by AFRO__SAMURAI
I had this done a few years ago and it was quick and simple - I used Amazon Home Services (now just furniture-install tho) - I think if you found someone on task rabbit or angi's you'd be fine with whoever's first available/cheapest. I feel like the guy who did it judged me for hiring him for something which seemed so quick and simple, but I know I would've broken something so it was worth it.
MarinaPinotLover t1_j655pvr wrote
Reply to comment by Animaled in Tyre Nichols protests by coldstonestan
I texted a few other fed friends and nobody seems to have gotten this notice haha
MarinaPinotLover t1_j5qujrx wrote
Reply to Is it accurate to say that Washington is grey people living grey little lives and everyday is a Monday? by bassboss84
Not accurate, but I definitely turn into a grey person in the winter. Saving vacation days for winter (long beach weekends in the summer instead of a full week) and splurging on warm winter clothes that I actually like helps a bit!
MarinaPinotLover t1_j5mdnx7 wrote
Reply to comment by webbmoncure in $900 out of pocket with 50% insurance coverage for a crown (dentist) … joke or reality? by asturDC
Totally agree that this is an option worth considering. I would've considered it, but (and I don't know if this is the case for everyone) every time I've needed a root canal it's been sudden intense pain that I had to to schedule an emergency appointment for
MarinaPinotLover t1_j5m5ukd wrote
Reply to $900 out of pocket with 50% insurance coverage for a crown (dentist) … joke or reality? by asturDC
My dental insurance covered 50% and that's about what I paid in my DC dentist office. For years, I went to a family friend's office in PG County...I ended up paying the same and waiting a lot longer for everything since they're a smaller office, so it doesn't seem like you're being overcharged.
I've had a few expensive issues in the past few years and would seriously consider medical tourism for anything more than a root canal.
MarinaPinotLover t1_j26zj8b wrote
Reply to DC grocery stores carrying Za’atar? by spruce_climber
Za'atar and Canned/Minced Garlic are the two things that are horribly misplaced/hidden at my Giant. Giant (at least some stores) does carry it.
MarinaPinotLover t1_j26s7fj wrote
Reply to comment by Gumburcules in Md. offers $20 Lyft credit to encourage safe NYE rides home - WTOP News by speedymcpot
Agree but this one is valid from today till 2am on New Years - which, as someone who refuses to be out late on NYE, is actually awesome. They used to just be 8pm-2am.
MarinaPinotLover t1_j1g8btt wrote
Reply to DCA past midnight by Aiorr
Yeah, sorry but I'd say you have to uber. Reserve it ahead of time just in case...this has worked in less dense areas where its harder to get a quick pickup - but I don't think the cold will lead to less drivers out on a busy weekend...
MarinaPinotLover t1_j1fvq04 wrote
Reply to comment by HanaBothWays in Adderall Fill in DC? by CandidateEvery9176
Appreciate it! And it looks like I'm eligible soooo looking forward to potentially getting some time back from dealing with perscriptions!
MarinaPinotLover t1_j1fsyjr wrote
Reply to comment by HanaBothWays in Adderall Fill in DC? by CandidateEvery9176
This is incredibly useful information, thank you! I'm definitely looking into that!
MarinaPinotLover t1_j1fooxo wrote
Reply to comment by HanaBothWays in Adderall Fill in DC? by CandidateEvery9176
Oh interesting - I always get a "not eligible for delivery" note from CVS/Costco and thought that was why?
MarinaPinotLover t1_j1fjksb wrote
Reply to comment by HanaBothWays in Adderall Fill in DC? by CandidateEvery9176
Ooh I didn't know that! Adderall is a controlled substance so can't be mailed.
MarinaPinotLover t1_j1fjgw0 wrote
Reply to Adderall Fill in DC? by CandidateEvery9176
I was always under the impression that pharmacies can't tell you whether or not they have it in stock - that is not true. Call around to CVSs/Walgreens and tell them your dose and they'll tell you if they have it. Not a quick process going through the "press 1 for blah blah, 2 for blah blah," but it's worth it if you can't get it filled.
MarinaPinotLover t1_iz760br wrote
Reply to As a driver, New Jersey Ave NW has absolutely convinced me that protected bike lanes are the right decision. by sloowhand
Agree that it's great and hasn't impacted traffic - but whatever they did while they were building this was confusing as hell. I drive up NJ often and literally couldnt figure out what lane I was supposed to be in (there were literally lines everywhere). I hope they continue doing this, and it's all good on NJ now, but considering how careless drivers can be here - they should really find a way to fine-tune the process.
MarinaPinotLover t1_iyar0hv wrote
Not to hijack your post but WHERE ARE THE STRAWBERRIES?! I know they're not in season, but for the past few years I have always had them in my house year-round. I've checked a few grocery stores in DC and in MD and seems like they're just not even expected to be on shelves?
MarinaPinotLover t1_iy9p32a wrote
Reply to Terrible Tuesday! by AutoModerator
Took a half day to watch the Iran/USA game and got to our bar to find it packed with people "working from home." My resentment for people who can telework deepens.....
MarinaPinotLover t1_ixx1enb wrote
Check out Amazon Warehouse...it's "open box" or returned items. I got a nice fake tree for like 75 bucks a few years ago...the box had a tear in it but otherwise good as new.
MarinaPinotLover t1_ixlpyw7 wrote
Reply to comment by wavesofwhispers in What's a fun activity I can gift my bougie brother? by moveshake
My sister did this for me via a gift card. The nice thing is that the gift card works at all other Jose Andres restaurants - so I ended up using it at Jaleo (more affordable) for dinner and drinks with friends. I do kinda wish I wouldve just done bar mini tho now.
MarinaPinotLover t1_ixf63be wrote
Reply to Can we lose that "Outside Dining" that takes up all the parking area across the district?! by eablacksmith
I have turned against the streeteries for two reasons. 1; So many of them haven't been used since covid restrictions were lifted, and 2; they extend way further out than a normal parked car would.
I drive down O St and Maxwell Park's outdoor area (which from what I've seen has been vacant since restrictions lifted) basically makes it a one way street. Drivers here are terrible and aggressive and these unused areas seem like a recipe for side-swiping.
MarinaPinotLover t1_ixf5fv4 wrote
I didnt have TSA Pre until a year or so ago - and ALWAYS regretted getting there too early. BWI and Dulles is the only place where I'd be worried about delays.
MarinaPinotLover t1_ivr1iri wrote
Reply to Looking for Thanksgiving Dinner Takeout by homoevolutis
Hear me out - Popeye's. I got their turkey and sides for a friendsgiving - kind of as a joke - but it was the best thanksgiving dinner I remember having (sorry, mom). It's not incredibly cheap (turkey is $50 if you pick it up from the store), but it's easy & everyone raved about it.
MarinaPinotLover t1_ivmo8oi wrote
Reply to DC Bowling Alleys? by BlinkHouse14
Someone mentioned the only one here - but I'd def check out Swingers for mini golf...seems like a similar vibe if its a birthday thing. Top Golf in National Harbor is fun too but not super convenient.
MarinaPinotLover t1_iup5f1u wrote
Reply to Doctor recs for new residents by etrain828
- If you're having a mole removed on anywhere visible (face/neck) or that gets stretched/rubbed (chest, in my case) go to a plastic surgeon. They take insurance - and I learned the hard way that going to a regular dermatologist can lead to scars that look much worse than an irregular pre-cancerous mole. Mole removal isn't the most complicated surgery, but a plastic surgeon knows more about minimizing scarring. Sounds like you have an existing issue - so call around and go for the first available. Any dermatologist should be able to eye something irregular and do a quick biopsy.
MarinaPinotLover t1_je7fonk wrote
Reply to comment by shamudawhale3 in Anyone in Shaw/Mt. Vernon Triangle been followed by a homeless guy? by shamudawhale3
3 blocks away; this happened a few months ago but I've seen the guy around the Giant more than a few times recently.