u/Chrelled

been to three different places since moving to lansing. first one near frandor said i needed a "deep cleaning" for $900. second one south of town said i had 6 cavities (got a second opinion and had 2). third one yesterday in delta township spent 20 minutes talking about a night guard because apparently i grind my teeth.

maybe i do grind my teeth. i dont know. but it feels like every dentist sees dollar signs when i walk in.

the cleaning was fine. dentist was friendly. but then the "treatment coordinator" came in with a printed packet and started circling numbers. i felt like i was buying a car.

i just want regular dentistry. not a "smile transformation journey."

anyone else feel like dental care turned into a subscription service? or am i just going to the wrong places in lansing

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When I was shopping for a quality outdoor hat, I had trouble finding detailed long-term reviews specifically about durability and how they hold up to regular use. There's plenty of content about style and features, but not much on whether these hats actually last. So after owning mine for a year and a half, figured I'd share my experience.

My brother got me the outlaw western shapeable cowboy hat in black for my birthday. At the time, including shipping, it ran just under $200 total. Ordered it around March, but had to wait about 3 months (May/June) because they were backlogged on production runs. I wasn't bothered by the wait, though I could definitely see that being frustrating for some people. We actually relocated during that period and had to change the delivery address, but that was sorted out without issues.

Overall, I'm really satisfied with it. Fits perfectly as sized. The brim is wider than I initially expected, but I appreciate that - provides excellent sun coverage. My only other hat for comparison is a canvas field hat (military surplus style), which I've worn for several years in rough conditions, so this is definitely more refined.

The hat's held up through multiple rainstorms with zero problems. I don't treat it delicately, but I'm also not intentionally abusing it. The leather band has some wear in spots (pictured), and a few stitches on the sweatband have loosened slightly over time, almost like they want to pull free but haven't actually come undone. Easy enough fix when I get around to it, I suppose. Beyond that, which feels like a pretty minor maintenance item considering how much use it gets, it's proven really solid for outdoor activities. I like the overall construction and the way it's held its shape even after getting soaked and dried multiple times. The shapeable crown feature has been great - I've adjusted it a couple times to get the exact profile I wanted.

All in all, I'm very pleased with this purchase. It fits exactly as expected, the brim provides great protection, and after a year and a half of regular outdoor use, it's holding up well. I'm looking forward to seeing how it ages over the next few years, and I hope this review (with photos) gives people a better sense of what to expect long-term.

I've tried all the big stuff. No phone before bed, dark room, white noise, the works. Nothing sticks. But I feel like there's probably some tiny weird thing that actually worked for people. Not the obvious advice we've all heard a million times.

What's that one random change you made that somehow clicked? Could be dumb. Could be specific. Just want to hear what actually worked for real people, not sleep coaches.

my 2023 bmw x5 started throwing serious transmission codes last month. theyre experts with european luxury vehicles and their techs caught everything did a full diagnostic and replaced the mechatronics unit using genuine parts.

the x5 has been driving perfectly smooth ever since with all the paperwork. now im at the dealership trying to trade it in on a newer one and theyre docking almost 8000 dollars off the trade value just because of that repair history.

x5 owners or frequent traders how much do dealers normally deduct for a documented major repair like this? is it worth pushing back hard or should i just move to a different dealer?

thanks heaps for the real talk guys

feels like every time I drive down us-1 lately its just more paved over greenery and endless strip malls. getting kind of depressing tbh. the heat island effect is so brutal down here in South fl, like you step out of your car and the parking lot asphalt is literally just cooking you alive

I had to completely ditch my errands yesterday just to find some actual shade that wasnt cast by a 30-story luxury condo. ended up just hiding out at glass and vine down in the grove because its nestled right under those massive old oak trees in the park. Was so nice to just sit in a real breeze and disconnect from the traffic noise for a bit

but it got me wondering if anyone has good recommendations for spots aroud the state that still feel like actual lush old florida? not looking for the big crowded tourist traps, just places where u can sit and forget about the 8-lane highways for a while

I have a two car garage in Milton that is about 650 square feet. The concrete floor is bare right now with some cracks from the winter and a few oil stains from my truck. I want to do a commercial grade epoxy floor so it is easy to clean, durable for tools and vehicles, and looks clean and professional.

Has anyone in the Milton area done a commercial epoxy job on their garage? What system worked best for you and how much did it cost per square foot? Any companies you would recommend or any advice before I start getting quotes?

Ive been doing my own acrylic nails at home for about a year now and im always hunting for brushes that actually hold the product without shedding or dragging.

What brushes do you swear by that make application way smoother? Any favorites or ones youd recommend grabbing?

I just finished learning Hangul and can read slowly now.

but I’m a bit lost on what to focus on next - vocab, grammar, listening?

feels like there are too many directions to go in.

what helped you the most at this stage?

I recently read Many Lives, Many Masters by Brian Weiss and honestly… I don’t know what to think.

Some parts felt really deep and meaningful, but at the same time it also kind of sounded too hard to believe. I can’t tell if he’s describing something real or if it’s more like a psychological or spiritual interpretation.

I’ve seen mixed opinions online too. Some people say his past life regression work changed their life, while others think it’s just imagination or suggestion during hypnosis.

Is his work meant to be taken literally, or more as a metaphor for personal growth? And for those who’ve read him, did you actually believe it or just enjoy it as a story?

Curious to hear what people here think.