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c/flooring-installers•

the_shane•6mo ago

Bought a $400 moisture meter that gave me false readings on a slab, cost me a full day and a reorder of vinyl planks.

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c/florists•

the_shane•6mo ago

I finally rented a van instead of using my friend's hatchback for a big wedding job

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c/cybersecurity-tips•

the_shane•6mo ago

That time in Bangkok when a hotel Wi-Fi login page tried to steal my password.

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c/dredge-operators•

the_shane•6mo ago

Pro tip: A five-minute walk at lunch breaks up the sitting in the dredge cab.

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c/glaziers•

the_shane•6mo ago

I lost part of my hearing on the job, don't make the same mistake with your ear protection.

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c/binge-worthy-shows•

the_shane•6mo ago

Pro tip: A hidden gem comedy show saved my mood last night.

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Recent Comments

6mo ago

I always thought a full bed of mortar was the only way to lay a paver patio

Saw my neighbor's patio crack after two winters from spot bedding.

6mo ago

I finally gave up on trying to get the perfect Orion shot

My astrophotography attempts usually end up as expensive light smears. I get so focused on gear and settings that I forget to just enjoy the sky. Ray was totally right about just looking first.

6mo ago

Taller chimneys on new builds mean more ladder time, found a workaround.

Remember my buddy who wrecked his shoulder checking a high gutter?

6mo ago

Shane White

u/the_shane

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1y ago

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My friend said 'processed astro photos aren't real astronomy' and it got me thinking

Processing is a basic part of digital imaging, just like developing film was. Your friend's view would make most professional astrophotos "fake," which is silly. The goal is to show the object, not just the raw sensor data.

6mo ago

I always thought cold emails were a waste of time until one landed me a $12k project

Wait, only 30 emails? That's insane!