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There are skills in life that we have learned which most likely weren’t taught at school—something that you could potentially come across at the least expected moment in your life and well, that’s when your universal domestic knowledge would come in and save the day.

So whether it’s jumpstarting a car, saving a choking dog, or knowing how to make the most out of any Google search—you will totally cover it! It’s great to be fully equipped to face any situation that you could possibly find yourself in. People on the internet call it “dadvice”—something that your dad has definitely decided to teach you, but as we know, even the best dads fail to fill in the gap. This popular Reddit community called Every Man Should Know is on a mission to introduce you to anything that your dad could have forgotten to cover.

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How To Use Google Effectively

How To Use Google Effectively

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The community has over 480K followers who are always ready to give you valuable dadvice. And although Every Man Should Know is perhaps aiming at a particular audience, we think that actually, everyone could definitely use some necessary life skills regardless.Bored Panda has selected a handful of tips offering you some spot-on skills to sharpen your life resume with. 

Let us know the most valuable life skills you were happy to have in a complicated or not-so-complicated situation or have learned recently and wondered how the hell you have lived all of this time without them. You can share your stories in the comment section at the end of the list.

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Rape Can Happen To Men Too, And There Is Zero Shame In Seeking Help

Rape Can Happen To Men Too, And There Is Zero Shame In Seeking Help

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Know That Screwdriver Handles Are Shaped So That A Wrench Can Slide Over Them

Know That Screwdriver Handles Are Shaped So That A Wrench Can Slide Over Them

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How To Jumpstart A Car

How To Jumpstart A Car

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How To Gird Up Your Loins

How To Gird Up Your Loins

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Know The Front Desk Call To Verify Your Credit Card Details Scam

Know The Front Desk Call To Verify Your Credit Card Details Scam

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Johnny
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I doubt they are booking rooms for this scam (which would be easily traced, even if they used a stolen card to check in, they'll be on video), they are either hacking into hotel phone systems (which are notoriously insecure) or using a hall or lobby phone.

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How To Sew On A Button

How To Sew On A Button

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Tabitha L
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They had me until 8. I have no idea what is happening in 8 and beyond.

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Recommended Amount Of Times To Wear Clothes Between Washes

Recommended Amount Of Times To Wear Clothes Between Washes

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How To Walk On Ice

How To Walk On Ice

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IcyRedWaffle
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm sure if i think like a penguin, I'll start belly sliding across the ice

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#13

What Each Car Dashboard Light Means

What Each Car Dashboard Light Means

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#14

How To Use The Public Restroom Like A Gentleman

How To Use The Public Restroom Like A Gentleman

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#15

These Kitchen Cheat Sheets

These Kitchen Cheat Sheets

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me
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good idea to print this and tape it somewhere in your kitchen

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What The Symbols On Your Clothing Mean

What The Symbols On Your Clothing Mean

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#17

The "Heel Lock," A Way To Lace Up Boots To Make Them Feel Comfortable And Secure

The "Heel Lock," A Way To Lace Up Boots To Make Them Feel Comfortable And Secure

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#18

How To Tie The Bowline Knot

How To Tie The Bowline Knot

The Bowline Knot Is Said To Be The Most Useful Knot Ever. So here's how to tie it

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How To Buy A Used Car

How To Buy A Used Car

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Stacy S.
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Look for any water leaks, or water marks. This indicates that the car is a Lemon. Not Good! Water damage is irreversible. It may have been in a flood.

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How To Set Up A Camp

How To Set Up A Camp

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Hanneke Legerstee
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The little wooden wall behind the fire is very important as it directs the fire to your shelter and isolates it from warming the rest of the forest!

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#22

Popular Overseas Tourist Scams

Popular Overseas Tourist Scams

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Poker Hands

Poker Hands

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Sasha Kuleshov
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I still remember winning a $100 bucks in a game of Black Widow :D

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Know The Warning Signs Of Suicide

Know The Warning Signs Of Suicide

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ƒιѕн
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I display most of that just having to put up with some anti maskers around here...

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Marlowe Fitzpatrik
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

6) check if homicide will solve the problem 7) find contract-killer 8) maybe think again after hearing the price, 9) stock up on booze

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Nikki Sevven
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One of my dearest friends committed suicide nearly a decade ago. He didn't exhibit any of these signs. Instead, he had cleaned up (quitting both alcohol and drugs) and was enthusiastically and positively talking about getting our band back together. Three weeks later, I attended his funeral.

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Daria B
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, I also had doubts about this one. Sorry for your loss, I also lost an acquaintance to suicide. It is very common for people to look like happy and at peace with themselves right before they commit suicide. So many times, when a famous person dies of suicide, we hear this so often: "but s/he seemed so happy! I thought they were cured..." Something along these lines anyway. And, honestly, it makes sense to me. Once you've made a choice, you no longer contemplate. And, once you know it's your last days, you want to spend them happily. When life is perceived as pain, knowing that it ends soon might give the sufferer a sense of comfort and peace.

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Memere
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

#6 - Giving away treasured possessions, clothing, etc.

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Mark Howell
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Been there, realised and asked for help. That was 5 years ago after, with hindsight, 10+years ill. So glad my wife and daughter are still with me.

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Daria B
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm not sure about this one, honestly. These feel more like the stereotypes about how one is expected to act before committing suicide. Also, this is pretty common behaviour amongst teenagers (still not generalising, it all depends on a variety of individual traits and situations). While, yes, these might be some signs to take seriously, please, know that way too many people act the opposite of this before they take their life away.

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Metaniel
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

1) people are too happy - while few minutes/hours/days ago were very sad 2) they will always try to change the topic from themselves 3) always "everything is ok" and back to no. 2 4) they're very quiet and think a lot 5) they will do everything to make you feel like they're fine and there's nothing to worry about 6) they will never mention how bad they're feeling, or how they want to end things, or will start giving things away 7) increased interest in medicine, cought syrups, fascinated by water, fire, forest etc. In bad way 8) fake laughter and smile when everybody is watching 9) they will start pushing you away from themselves, by loosing the contact, saying mean things, or simply, throwing their anger towards you 10) they will never make promises, longer than few days. 11) starting conversation out of nowhere about their favorite place to spend time That's my experience from saving people from suicide and rescuing them from the arms of depression, anxiety, ED and so on.

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Metaniel
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So please don't follow or believe in things like this! Depression is a quiet illness and it always take people away quietly. Also, talk to the medics, use special lines for suiciders (yes, as a friend, or a family member you can call and ask for advise as well!) And read a lot posts on med websites about preventing someone from suicide!

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Breadbin-Urine
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ya k ow they can be really "happy" and they're always full of life and just you don't realize anything is wrong. They don't show signs. They don't act like they're going to. They're safe all the time and they don't want you to get hurt. We need to understand that and I really mean this in the best way possible but we need to understand that we can say "call me if you need anything" or maybe it's "text me at any time of the day if you're not okay" you say "you aren't bothering so please text/call me when you feel bad" but they won't normally do it because you are doing good in your life maybe and they don't want to drag you down. I know that because I've been through it myself but you won't normally get that call at 2 in the morning because they feel like they're affecting your life and feel like a burden to you. Just thought I should say that it's not meant to hurt or offended anyone though. I'm sorry if it does

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Jean H.
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They missed a huge one...Giving away or gifting of personal items.

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Kathryn Baylis
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seriously though, you should REALLY be worried if, after those five signs, they are suddenly and miraculously “over it” one day. Far from it. It’s actually a sign they’ve finally made up their mind to go through with it, are calm in their decision, and setting everything they need up to do it. If you notice this sudden “snap out of it”, get them away from where they are and into the care of professionals IMMEDIATELY! Any hesitation, and you risk losing them.

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Kathryn Baylis
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And you should REALLY worry if they suddenly seem to snap out of it and seem to have miraculously and suddenly just gotten over it one day. That generally means they’ve finally made up their mind to actually do it, are incredibly calm about the decision, and getting it all set up and ready to go. Get them away from where they are and to professional help ASAP!

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El Dee
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Male symptoms of depression and warning signs for suicide are quite different from women and quite different from what we expect. I had no idea about sex differences until a few years ago. Turns out the same is true for heart attacks!

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Jaguarundi
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

References to "going home", "going away", "seeing" someone who has passed even a pet.

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David Retsler
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not a very good list. If they have a plan to actually do it (Shotgun in the tub, razors down the arm after a bottle of aspirin, etc) or they're giving away things you know they greatly value- these are the HUGE red flags. ACT IMMEDIATELY!! My brother exhibited these in the 2 days before he killed himself. I was too young and dumb to pick up on it.

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Marnie
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nobody cares until AFTER the person kills themselves. If a person tries to kill themselves and fail, still nobody cares. People care even less then. So, not sure what the point of this is.

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Ozacoter
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is 100% true. Nobody cares about you until you die and suddenly "you were selfish" and everybody pretends to love you. If they really cared they would have noticed.

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Anne
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People that start to give away things suddenly, with a story attached.

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Haley Sterne
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not to mention the individual warning signs. Mine are increased nightmares, stop cleaning, isolation, combative about everything, stopping of self care on any level. Watch out for your signs.

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Just saying
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, after a week of home schooling I'm feeling all of the above (don't worry, I'm ok!).

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How To Remove A Leech

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Klay Bird
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you have it, salt works great to get them to let go * ! * and they can be used as bait.

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Arnold's Six Rules To Success

Arnold's Six Rules To Success

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How To Pack For Hiking

How To Pack For Hiking

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A.M. Pierre
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just looking at the picture and not reading the labels, I thought the fuel bottle was the water bottle. ...I probably wouldn't make a very good camper.

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How To Move With Friends

How To Move With Friends

If you’re asking friends to help you move, have everything packed and stacked and ready to be loaded before they show up. Pay them with food and drinks. You should be completely ready to go even if you hire company movers, because you pay more the longer it takes to get you moved.

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How To Get Your Truck Unstuck From The Mud

How To Get Your Truck Unstuck From The Mud

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Types Of Firewood

Types Of Firewood

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ƒιѕн
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With EPA stoves moisture content should be 16-20%, Oak splits will take 2-4 years to season. I heat primarily with wood, I also try to keep 3 years ahead CSS so I always have a supply of seasoned wood. I burn different species depending on outdoor temperature so I don't waste high BTU wood when I just need to take the chill off. Never take someones word for it when buying firewood that they say is 'Seasoned". Moisture meters are cheap, check it yourself.

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How Marginal Tax Rates Work

How Marginal Tax Rates Work

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Robert Thornburrow
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is the UK tax system. It is not quite accurate in that it doesn't show National Insurance payments, which is another form of tax, but it has a lower threshold and upper limit, meaning that the middle tax band is more like 33%. The 40% tax band starts after N.I. ends. There is also talk of a 50% band for really high earners. What annoys me is that stamp duty (a tax on house purchases) doesn't work the same way - if you go over the threshold, you pay a percentage on the total - which is really unfair for any properties valued close to the thresholds.

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#32

How To 'Roadie Wrap' Wires

How To 'Roadie Wrap' Wires

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The Different Types Of Eggs And How To Make Them

The Different Types Of Eggs And How To Make Them

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How To Cuff Your Shirtsleeves

How To Cuff Your Shirtsleeves

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100 No-Equipment Workouts

100 No-Equipment Workouts

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Troux
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The link is on the bottom left of the picture. (click 'meanrat').

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What Suits And Shoes Go Together

What Suits And Shoes Go Together

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Classic Cocktails And How To Make Them

Classic Cocktails And How To Make Them

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The Recommended Inches Of Ice On A Lake Before Walking Over

The Recommended Inches Of Ice On A Lake Before Walking Over

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ƒιѕн
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Really? A duck? Who cares if the ice breaks under a duck. Use a fat squirrel or something ffs.

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The Different Cuts Of Beef And Best Way To Cook Them

The Different Cuts Of Beef And Best Way To Cook Them

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lara
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am from Texas. Some years ago, about twenty, I was in California and I was going to cook supper. I decided to buy a couple of porterhouse steaks. So, I went to the butcher's. I asked the man behind the counter for a couple of porterhouses, about three pounds, total. He looked at me and aid "you're from Texas, right?" And I said "yes" and he said "thought so, we don't sell those in California, I have some nice round steak, no fat, but we tenderize it." I said "what steaks do you have?" And he said "honey, this is California, they eat Prime Rib, hamburger [less that 2% fat], round steak and some roasts. Mostly chicken and fish." I left.

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How To Properly Shine A Pair Of Shoes Or Boots

How To Properly Shine A Pair Of Shoes Or Boots

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How To Safely Cut Down A Tree

How To Safely Cut Down A Tree

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What Type Of Screwdriver To Use

What Type Of Screwdriver To Use

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The Best Way To Hold A Burger

The Best Way To Hold A Burger

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Turning it upside down helps, especially at McDonald's where the Big Macs have aige of their own.

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