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Denver summer heat is something else

Yeah I know with climate change this isn’t normal, but holy crap the summer heat here is exhausting. Denver heat is basically like a desert.

To all of the people saying dry heat is better than humidity, yes that’s true when it’s around 90 degrees or lower but once it hits that point it doesn’t matter anymore haha

Denver also barely has any trees or overcast days, so most of the summer you’re getting baked haha. In humid areas at least there’s trees and overcast days to somewhat help alleviate the heat. It’s basically getting baked vs getting boiled haha

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u/Entropy012 — 3 months ago
▲ 13 r/PurdueGlobal

The writing assignments can get ridiculous

Thank goodness this is my last semester. The constant writing is getting annoying. I didn't know I was graduating with a PhD in English Composition. The professors need to remove discussions for the week if we have an assignment. It gets really redundant. If I decide to go back to pursue another degree, I think I'm going to go back to a conventional school.

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u/Entropy012 — 3 months ago
▲ 172 r/conifers+5 crossposts

Coastal redwood in Knoxville, TN

An Interesting find on a random TikTok video haha. I’m surprised one was able to get that big. I thought Tennessee winters might be too unpredictable and cold for the coastal redwood, especially in East TN. However, this one seems to be surviving somewhat

I’m curious maybe the winters in East Tennessee are more stable compared to middle and west regions in Tennessee? Middle and West Tennessee might have more unpredictability in fluctuating temperatures during winter that can affect the survivability.

u/Entropy012 — 3 months ago
▲ 3 r/Apartmentliving

Landlord is charging me prorated rates after my last month’s rent?

I moved out of my apartment in June and the land lord charged me an extra 6 days of prorated rent in August. I had to pay the first month, last month, and a deposit when I moved in. Now she’s saying I have to pay the prorated rent for 6 days even though stated July was the “last” month.

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u/Entropy012 — 3 months ago
▲ 260 r/trees

Are eastern white pines supposed to look like this?

For this growing season, it’s starting to look like a weeping white pine for some reason.

u/Entropy012 — 4 months ago
▲ 0 r/udub

Summer u district parking?

How’s the parking situation during the summertime in the u district? Is it better than the spring/fall quarter’s?

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u/Entropy012 — 4 months ago
▲ 2 r/Tree

Western red cedar survived last winter, with some leader damage.

Two of my western red cedars died and one managed to survive in Middle Tennessee. The main leader died, but it’s starting to grow a new leader. They surprisingly can handle the heat and humidity fine. It’s the cold winters that get them.

Ironically it’s not just from the cold, but the relatively dry winters in the Mid-South. After experimenting, you can some what grow western red cedars in the mid-south.

Just make sure it receives ample amounts of water, Especially during the winter. Also, make sure it’s mulched properly. (Excuse my shitty mulching)

Another thing about western red cedars (mostly conifers too) are their roots and how they tend to be more sensitive compared to other types of trees. Could be the reason why the other two died possibly from transplant shock and the cold.

Now, I usually don’t mess with the roots when repotting or replanting, maybe shuffle the roots a little but that’s mostly it. My next step is to germinate seeds to see if they’ll be able to build genetic diversity to handle the climate here.

u/Entropy012 — 4 months ago
▲ 81 r/SameGrassButGreener

I moved out to the PNW and regretted the move. Yes, the nature is beautiful and region is top tier when it comes to nature. However, the cost of living and the job market makes it difficult. The job market is way too competitive which is understandable with the PNW being one of the top relocation destinations. It also makes it difficult to enjoy the nature access because it’s too expensive.

The region is also fairly isolated from the rest of the US. If you have family on the Eastern part of the US, it can be challenging to see them often. If you have family in the West or Mountain West, I can see it work since the flights aren’t too bad. I’m probably moving back soon, I really wanted to make it work but for me the pros don’t outweigh the cons.

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u/Entropy012 — 6 months ago