That's Marxism for ya.Dr. Medulla wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 12:07pmReally? We've had to stand in line for our neighbourhood grocery store and pharmacy. It's been that way since shit went sideways.revbob wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 11:53amIve seen no lines to get into grocery stores.Dr. Medulla wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 10:04amHeard on CBC radio this morning an American journalist (didn't catch the name) describe the US as like the Soviet Union in the 80s—septuagenarian leaders, corrupt elections, and lines to get into grocery stores with bare spots on the shelves.
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We will bury you, imperialist pig.revbob wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 12:46pmThat's Marxism for ya.Dr. Medulla wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 12:07pmReally? We've had to stand in line for our neighbourhood grocery store and pharmacy. It's been that way since shit went sideways.revbob wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 11:53amIve seen no lines to get into grocery stores.Dr. Medulla wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 10:04amHeard on CBC radio this morning an American journalist (didn't catch the name) describe the US as like the Soviet Union in the 80s—septuagenarian leaders, corrupt elections, and lines to get into grocery stores with bare spots on the shelves.
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Get in line. HA!Dr. Medulla wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 12:56pmWe will bury you, imperialist pig.revbob wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 12:46pmThat's Marxism for ya.Dr. Medulla wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 12:07pmReally? We've had to stand in line for our neighbourhood grocery store and pharmacy. It's been that way since shit went sideways.revbob wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 11:53amIve seen no lines to get into grocery stores.Dr. Medulla wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 10:04amHeard on CBC radio this morning an American journalist (didn't catch the name) describe the US as like the Soviet Union in the 80s—septuagenarian leaders, corrupt elections, and lines to get into grocery stores with bare spots on the shelves.
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But seriously waiting in line to get inside or for the checkout process?
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To go inside—limiting the number of people in the store at one time to encourage distancing. Mind you, the longest wait I had in line was maybe five minutes, so it wasn't torturous.
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I imagine it might happen in some places here and/or maybe the hippie store but I go to the regional grocery chain.Dr. Medulla wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 1:15pmTo go inside—limiting the number of people in the store at one time to encourage distancing. Mind you, the longest wait I had in line was maybe five minutes, so it wasn't torturous.
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I'm quite surprised that you haven't encountered that. Vermont ain't Mississippi.revbob wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 1:24pmI imagine it might happen in some places here and/or maybe the hippie store but I go to the regional grocery chain.Dr. Medulla wrote: ↑04 Jul 2020, 1:15pmTo go inside—limiting the number of people in the store at one time to encourage distancing. Mind you, the longest wait I had in line was maybe five minutes, so it wasn't torturous.
Haven't found anyone grumbling about the lines, either, but I figure it's because we're a government town, where people are used to following protocols.
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We mostly do curbside pickup and forego lines altogether, but when I've had to go into stores I've had a wait a few times. Mostly just a few minutes but had to wait about 15 minutes to get into a Trader Joe's a couple weeks ago.
Our biggest problem is we must be at the tail end of the regional supply chain because we really struggle getting meat and fresh produce. Have to head into the city to get that stuff.
Our biggest problem is we must be at the tail end of the regional supply chain because we really struggle getting meat and fresh produce. Have to head into the city to get that stuff.
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Yeah, I've only seen lines at TJ's.
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G-damn hippie store. Ill bet they make you wear masks too.Flex wrote: ↑05 Jul 2020, 12:11pmWe mostly do curbside pickup and forego lines altogether, but when I've had to go into stores I've had a wait a few times. Mostly just a few minutes but had to wait about 15 minutes to get into a Trader Joe's a couple weeks ago.
Our biggest problem is we must be at the tail end of the regional supply chain because we really struggle getting meat and fresh produce. Have to head into the city to get that stuff.
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We've been doing a meat-share thing where they send us 6-7 lbs of frozen local meats once a month for like $100. The meat is high quality keeps our cooking somewhat creative while also limiting our meat intake. Between this and a very good local fish market we eat pretty well.Flex wrote: ↑05 Jul 2020, 12:11pmWe mostly do curbside pickup and forego lines altogether, but when I've had to go into stores I've had a wait a few times. Mostly just a few minutes but had to wait about 15 minutes to get into a Trader Joe's a couple weeks ago.
Our biggest problem is we must be at the tail end of the regional supply chain because we really struggle getting meat and fresh produce. Have to head into the city to get that stuff.
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Trump's America as Starship Troopers: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/cultu ... can-defeat
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Extremely sharp essayDr. Medulla wrote: ↑07 Jul 2020, 6:44amTrump's America as Starship Troopers: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/cultu ... can-defeat
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I admit that I'm only vaguely aware of these antisemitic incidences—a Jewish friend recently asked me about the Eagles one, but otherwise I haven't clued in on any of this. Sad that a column like this still has to be written.
I admit that I'm only vaguely aware of these antisemitic incidences—a Jewish friend recently asked me about the Eagles one, but otherwise I haven't clued in on any of this. Sad that a column like this still has to be written.
"I used to bullseye womp rats in my T-16 back in Whittier, they're not much bigger than two meters.'" - Richard Nixon, Checkers Speech, abandoned early draft