GM's thread about nothing (46 Viewers)

[shuke]

So my wife is crossing Delancey (major street that leads to the Williamsburgh Bridge) this morning pushing my daughter in the stroller- a car flies through the left turn onto Delancey and hits the stroller, almost knocking it over. The car then takes off, leaving my wife freaked out and screaming. She managed to take down a few digits of the license plate and take a blurry photo of the car with her phone. She calls the cops- who are at first very dismissive ("you don't have all the digits of the license plate? oh... we can't even file a report then") until EMS gets there and they see that this is a serious thing.

Thank god, Wife is ok, daughter is ok and even the stroller is ok. ####### people. I'm hoping that real life can imitate art here and somebody can use their infinite CSI/Law and Order computer zoom/focus to get the license plate and bust this #######.

Jesus. Glad everyone is okay.

 

[shuke]

Nothing like getting a hospital bill for your daughter's birth from 5 YEARS AGO.

 

[shuke]

I'm apparently seeing Dave Matthews at the Gorge with the doctor chick, and spending the night with her in an RV owned by a friend of hers.

I'm a little unsure about all aspects of that plan, including seeing Dave Matthews.

Saw DMB about 6 weeks ago. I was essentially unfamiliar with his music going in (other than "What Would You Say"). I have to say it was a pretty good show. Crowd was really into it. Apparently there are two things DMB fans reeeeeeeally love... DMB and smoking tree.

Saw them in Columbus about 15 years ago. Show sucked, crowed sucked, sound sucked.

 

[Henry Ford]

Nothing like getting a hospital bill for your daughter's birth from 5 YEARS AGO.

Depending on your state and/or your insurance at the time, they may be too late.

 

[shuke]

First day of school.

The one thing that really got my attention today was the unusually large number of parents accompanying their kids on campus this morning. Walking around with them, finding classrooms etc. These are 7th and 8th graders for the love of woz. Cut the damn apron strings already.

What's the worst thing that's going to happen? Your kid is going to get temporarily lost on their first day. Oh the horror. They're not going to fall down an abandoned mine shaft. They're not going to end up in John Wayne Gacy's car. They're not going to miss some vital curriculum that will hinder their ability to get into Harvard. They're going to walk to the wrong class and then someone is going to point them in the wrong direction.

/oldmanrant

Is this normal for any school in your district? Weird. I would never even think to do this with my young kids.

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

First day of school.

The one thing that really got my attention today was the unusually large number of parents accompanying their kids on campus this morning. Walking around with them, finding classrooms etc. These are 7th and 8th graders for the love of woz. Cut the damn apron strings already.

What's the worst thing that's going to happen? Your kid is going to get temporarily lost on their first day. Oh the horror. They're not going to fall down an abandoned mine shaft. They're not going to end up in John Wayne Gacy's car. They're not going to miss some vital curriculum that will hinder their ability to get into Harvard. They're going to walk to the wrong class and then someone is going to point them in the wrong direction.

/oldmanrant

Is this normal for any school in your district? Weird. I would never even think to do this with my young kids.

Well we only have one junior high in my district. I've seen it before but this year it is ridiculous.

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

I cannot imagine anything related to the DMB that doesn't suck. Unless it is something like "DMB vows to stop playing forever and files injunction to stop anyone, anywhere from playing their music forever."

 

[shuke]

I thought I'd do my wife a favor and clean the dirty cloth diapers. Dear God, I've not encountered a fouler stench (other than GPJ's mom's nether region). I somehow got through it without barfing.

The wife must have a very high tolerance to bad smells, which may explain why she married me.

You're using cloth diapers??!?!?!?!

 

[bluemagic]

I thought I'd do my wife a favor and clean the dirty cloth diapers. Dear God, I've not encountered a fouler stench (other than GPJ's mom's nether region). I somehow got through it without barfing.

The wife must have a very high tolerance to bad smells, which may explain why she married me.

You're using cloth diapers??!?!?!?!

Pretty sure they're for the baby.

 

[shuke]

Nothing like getting a hospital bill for your daughter's birth from 5 YEARS AGO.

Depending on your state and/or your insurance at the time, they may be too late.

15 years in Ohio!

 

[General Malaise]

Instead of the ice bucket challenge, I'm going to start a diarrhea bucket challenge - to benefit the GPJ's mother fund (because she likes to be pooped on).

Is the diahhtehaha ice cold?

 

[Henry Ford]

Nothing like getting a hospital bill for your daughter's birth from 5 YEARS AGO.

Depending on your state and/or your insurance at the time, they may be too late.

15 years in Ohio!

They still have a duty to timely submit it to your insurance. Did they?

 

[-fish-]

Nothing like getting a hospital bill for your daughter's birth from 5 YEARS AGO.

Depending on your state and/or your insurance at the time, they may be too late.

15 years in Ohio!

collection agent or hospital?

 

[shuke]

Nothing like getting a hospital bill for your daughter's birth from 5 YEARS AGO.

Depending on your state and/or your insurance at the time, they may be too late.

15 years in Ohio!

They still have a duty to timely submit it to your insurance. Did they?

They received insurance payment in February 2010.

 

[shuke]

Nothing like getting a hospital bill for your daughter's birth from 5 YEARS AGO.

Depending on your state and/or your insurance at the time, they may be too late.

15 years in Ohio!

collection agent or hospital?

Hospital.

Not a big deal. It's only 170. I just found it odd.

 

[kevzilla]

Nothing like getting a hospital bill for your daughter's birth from 5 YEARS AGO.

Depending on your state and/or your insurance at the time, they may be too late.

15 years in Ohio!

They still have a duty to timely submit it to your insurance. Did they?

They received insurance payment in February 2010.

I would invite them to pound sand.*

*I'm not an attorney, But I did score in the 89th percentile on the LSAT in 1996.

 

[BigJohn]

I cannot imagine anything related to the DMB that doesn't suck. Unless it is something like "DMB vows to stop playing forever and files injunction to stop anyone, anywhere from playing their music forever."

God, I love DMB so much more now....

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

I cannot imagine anything related to the DMB that doesn't suck. Unless it is something like "DMB vows to stop playing forever and files injunction to stop anyone, anywhere from playing their music forever."

God, I love DMB so much more now....

How'd your BBQ tournament go?

 

[Frostillicus]

I just went with the donation since I'm pretty sure that's supposed to be the point, even though it isn't the point anymore.

 

[BigJohn]

I cannot imagine anything related to the DMB that doesn't suck. Unless it is something like "DMB vows to stop playing forever and files injunction to stop anyone, anywhere from playing their music forever."

God, I love DMB so much more now....

How'd your BBQ tournament go?

September 27th.

I'm changing our team name to 'pigs marching' or 'what would you que' in your honor.

 

[Frostillicus]

And I didn't do $100 even though since that's the amount you're supposed to do since I don't really have that kind of money laying around, but you know what? They didn't turn it down.

 

[General Malaise]

I cannot imagine anything related to the DMB that doesn't suck. Unless it is something like "DMB vows to stop playing forever and files injunction to stop anyone, anywhere from playing their music forever."

God, I love DMB so much more now....

How'd your BBQ tournament go?

September 27th. I'm changing our team name to 'pigs marching' or 'what would you que' in your honor.

Dash Sea-son-ing

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

I cannot imagine anything related to the DMB that doesn't suck. Unless it is something like "DMB vows to stop playing forever and files injunction to stop anyone, anywhere from playing their music forever."

God, I love DMB so much more now....

How'd your BBQ tournament go?

September 27th.

I'm changing our team name to 'pigs marching' or 'what would you que' in your honor.

Congrats

 

[Notorious T.R.E.]

I just went with the donation since I'm pretty sure that's supposed to be the point, even though it isn't the point anymore.

It isn't?

 

[El Floppo]

Can I just pour it on a stranger instead... Like Fightclub homework? And skip the donation?

 

[Frostillicus]

I just went with the donation since I'm pretty sure that's supposed to be the point, even though it isn't the point anymore.

It isn't?

You know what I mean. It is the point, but many people have lost that point. Well I know what I mean at least. I drink too much. Or not enough.

 

[Notorious T.R.E.]

I just went with the donation since I'm pretty sure that's supposed to be the point, even though it isn't the point anymore.

It isn't?

You know what I mean. It is the point, but many people have lost that point. Well I know what I mean at least. I drink too much. Or not enough.

His vid was kind of foofy.

 

[Dan Lambskin]

Nothing like getting a hospital bill for your daughter's birth from 5 YEARS AGO.

Congrats on the new baby

 

[El Floppo]

Floppo - glad everyone is ok...but how did the car hit the stroller and no damage? had it just slowed at that point? i'm just curious more than anything.

no idea. I'm assuming she was crossing, car hit her stroller slightly and then drove off... must've slowed to do this. dunno.

Ok- so she started crossing Delancey and a small SUV came from the one-way street she was walking on (Orchard) and made the right onto Delancey, hitting the stroller in the process knocking it slightly over (wife had to catch it) and kept going. She said the SUV was going fast... so freaking lucky this ####### didn't kill my daughter. And considering he's making a right- no way he doesn't see them; I think he was in a hurry and didn't want to yield to the pedestrians (law/common-sense).

She called 911, told them what happened and that she and kid were ok. Cops came and were distinctly unhelpful and seemed to not want to have to deal with the incident so they wouldn't have to write up any paperwork. Ambulance came- very helpful. It appears that an accident involving a kid under the age of 5 means major Cover Your ### mode for NYC, so they took her into the ambulance (which my 3yo apparently loved) and gave her a full check-out. Then... according to regulation, they were going to take her to the hospital ER. My wife declined- but first needed to speak to a supervisor- on the phone AND in person (had to wait for them to get there) and then talk to a doctor (on the phone). At this point the cops realized that, at least to the NYFD, this WAS a big deal, so they started their own paperwork.

It happened fast, but my wife saw some license plate digits- told the cops, who ran them and came up with nothing... she was missing at least one digit, even if she got them all right. I figured that between a general make of car (red suv), state and some digits from plate they'd be able to get something. Nope. There have to be cameras leading to the WBurgh bridge- and I wish this warranted somebody pulling that info to bust this ####er.

Here's the photos of the SUV, btw. just in case any of you are CSI photo forensic pros and can make out the license plate.

 

[Henry Ford]

I have seen people get found by putting similar stories and info on craigslist and/or reddit.

 

[Abraham]

I just went with the donation since I'm pretty sure that's supposed to be the point, even though it isn't the point anymore.

I saw lady ga ga ice bucket on Facebook yesterday. I'm glad that some money is being raised, but the chance that it finds it's way to real researchers instead of more awareness and administrative fees is probably pretty remote. And as terrible as this sounds, it would be nice if valid causes could somehow be strengthened without giving the ### hats of the world yet another chance to be self important.

 

[Ignoramus]

Floppo - glad everyone is ok...but how did the car hit the stroller and no damage? had it just slowed at that point? i'm just curious more than anything.

no idea. I'm assuming she was crossing, car hit her stroller slightly and then drove off... must've slowed to do this. dunno.

Ok- so she started crossing Delancey and a small SUV came from the one-way street she was walking on (Orchard) and made the right onto Delancey, hitting the stroller in the process knocking it slightly over (wife had to catch it) and kept going. She said the SUV was going fast... so freaking lucky this ####### didn't kill my daughter. And considering he's making a right- no way he doesn't see them; I think he was in a hurry and didn't want to yield to the pedestrians (law/common-sense).

She called 911, told them what happened and that she and kid were ok. Cops came and were distinctly unhelpful and seemed to not want to have to deal with the incident so they wouldn't have to write up any paperwork. Ambulance came- very helpful. It appears that an accident involving a kid under the age of 5 means major Cover Your ### mode for NYC, so they took her into the ambulance (which my 3yo apparently loved) and gave her a full check-out. Then... according to regulation, they were going to take her to the hospital ER. My wife declined- but first needed to speak to a supervisor- on the phone AND in person (had to wait for them to get there) and then talk to a doctor (on the phone). At this point the cops realized that, at least to the NYFD, this WAS a big deal, so they started their own paperwork.

It happened fast, but my wife saw some license plate digits- told the cops, who ran them and came up with nothing... she was missing at least one digit, even if she got them all right. I figured that between a general make of car (red suv), state and some digits from plate they'd be able to get something. Nope. There have to be cameras leading to the WBurgh bridge- and I wish this warranted somebody pulling that info to bust this ####er.

Here's the photos of the SUV, btw. just in case any of you are CSI photo forensic pros and can make out the license plate.

Sure looks like a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee to me.

 

[El Floppo]

I have seen people get found by putting similar stories and info on craigslist and/or reddit.

I don't want the LES to get nuked from orbit.

 

[Captain Quinoa]

I'm apparently seeing Dave Matthews at the Gorge with the doctor chick, and spending the night with her in an RV owned by a friend of hers.

I'm a little unsure about all aspects of that plan, including seeing Dave Matthews.

Saw DMB about 6 weeks ago. I was essentially unfamiliar with his music going in (other than "What Would You Say"). I have to say it was a pretty good show. Crowd was really into it. Apparently there are two things DMB fans reeeeeeeally love... DMB and smoking tree.

Saw them in Columbus about 15 years ago. Show sucked, crowed sucked, sound sucked.

Well apparently they have practiced since then.

 

[El Floppo]

A guy I worked with long ago was family friends with the Matthews and remembered "Little Davey" fondly as a nice kid. Was shocked that he was a super star.

LOOK AT ME!

eta: don't look at me, I'm hideous.

 

[heckmanm]

I just went with the donation since I'm pretty sure that's supposed to be the point, even though it isn't the point anymore.

I saw lady ga ga ice bucket on Facebook yesterday. I'm glad that some money is being raised, but the chance that it finds it's way to real researchers instead of more awareness and administrative fees is probably pretty remote. And as terrible as this sounds, it would be nice if valid causes could somehow be strengthened without giving the ### hats of the world yet another chance to be self important.

I did rather like Charlie Sheen's take.

 

[Sammy3469]

I just went with the donation since I'm pretty sure that's supposed to be the point, even though it isn't the point anymore.

I saw lady ga ga ice bucket on Facebook yesterday. I'm glad that some money is being raised, but the chance that it finds it's way to real researchers instead of more awareness and administrative fees is probably pretty remote. And as terrible as this sounds, it would be nice if valid causes could somehow be strengthened without giving the ### hats of the world yet another chance to be self important.

FWIW, the ALS Association is very good about distributing the money they get out for research. They are the designated charity of the fraternity I was in college since Gehrig was a member and were always very responsive, open, and appreciative, etc. (ie not like the pink ribbon ladies). So while I won't be dumping cold water on my head, I did give again for the first time since my college days.

 

[Osaurus]

I am within 3 little pounds of reaching my summer weight loss goal. The last 10 lbs have been the hardest to lose, but I have not wavered although I am tempted constantly. This will put me ahead of schedule by roughly 2 weeks (consider Labor Day my end of summer) then the work to the next goal starts. To date, I have lost 40+ lbs since the end of April. Happy not to be as much of a fat ### any more. This isn't intended to be a "look at me" post, rather a motivational tool for those who feel they just can't do something

 

[Annyong]

I am within 3 little pounds of reaching my summer weight loss goal. The last 10 lbs have been the hardest to lose, but I have not wavered although I am tempted constantly. This will put me ahead of schedule by roughly 2 weeks (consider Labor Day my end of summer) then the work to the next goal starts. To date, I have lost 40+ lbs since the end of April. Happy not to be as much of a fat ### any more. This isn't intended to be a "look at me" post, rather a motivational tool for those who feel they just can't do something

Atta boy

 

[Henry Ford]

I am within 3 little pounds of reaching my summer weight loss goal. The last 10 lbs have been the hardest to lose, but I have not wavered although I am tempted constantly. This will put me ahead of schedule by roughly 2 weeks (consider Labor Day my end of summer) then the work to the next goal starts. To date, I have lost 40+ lbs since the end of April. Happy not to be as much of a fat ### any more. This isn't intended to be a "look at me" post, rather a motivational tool for those who feel they just can't do something

Nice work. And thanks, I'm also working on losing lbs/inches.

 

[Annyong]

BAD PARENTING ALRET ALERT- I just fed my boys, who are a combined 4.4 years old, a full pound of bacon for breakfast.

edit: bad spelling alret

 

[Osaurus]

BAD PARENTING ALRET ALERT- I just fed my boys, who are a combined 4.4 years old, a full pound of bacon for breakfast.

edit: bad spelling alret

Glad I am not at your house today

 

[Bob Sacamano]

The whole thing's about donations? I thought the whole thing was about cold, wet, #######?

BTW: I'm not seeing any of these with cold, wet #######, so feel free to provide links to those particular videos.

 

[Captain Quinoa]

The whole thing's about donations? I thought the whole thing was about cold, wet, #######?

BTW: I'm not seeing any of these with cold, wet #######, so feel free to provide links to those particular videos.

Link

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

Floppo - glad everyone is ok...but how did the car hit the stroller and no damage? had it just slowed at that point? i'm just curious more than anything.

no idea. I'm assuming she was crossing, car hit her stroller slightly and then drove off... must've slowed to do this. dunno.

Here's the photos of the SUV, btw. just in case any of you are CSI photo forensic pros and can make out the license plate.

Yeah, redditors live for this stuff.

 

[krista4]

I am within 3 little pounds of reaching my summer weight loss goal. The last 10 lbs have been the hardest to lose, but I have not wavered although I am tempted constantly. This will put me ahead of schedule by roughly 2 weeks (consider Labor Day my end of summer) then the work to the next goal starts. To date, I have lost 40+ lbs since the end of April. Happy not to be as much of a fat ### any more. This isn't intended to be a "look at me" post, rather a motivational tool for those who feel they just can't do something

Atta boy

 

[YSR]

I'm so tired.

 

[YSR]

BTW, thanks a lot GMTAN-dads-of-sons for not telling me about the pee. And how it would be everywhere. At all times. I'm guessing it will get better once he fills in a little and loses his umbilical cord so I can get his diapers a little more snug but jeez.

Pee Everywhere.

 

[El Floppo]

BTW, thanks a lot GMTAN-dads-of-sons for not telling me about the pee. And how it would be everywhere. At all times. I'm guessing it will get better once he fills in a little and loses his umbilical cord so I can get his diapers a little more snug but jeez.

Pee Everywhere.

get this.

 

[Frostillicus]

I'm so tired.

Don't worry, once the littler one turns 3 it gets a lot easier.