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Location:Davidson, NC
Biography:John 14:6 — "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
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I've always heard to use 2 x 6 to add blocking before the drywall goes up to help with hanging items (toilet paper holders, TVs, thermostats, towel holders, cabinets, railings, mirrors, etc.) to help add strengthening behind the drywall, and to take away the guess work.

I just saw a video last night where a person recommended using 3/4" plywood instead of 2 x 6 and to go ahead and apply the plywood to all of interior walls (after insulation). The cost is minimal from what they said and truly eliminates any guess work even with blocking.

Is 3/4" plywood strong or thick enough to hold a TV mount (or cabinets -- I would like to think that a cabinet installer will go directly into the studs) as compared to a 2 x 6? Does the plywood also help with any sound deadening as well?
I'm not one that craves pizza. But I actually like this one. It's really good, and damn good for frozen pizza.


I am currently planning a new home build and am setting up a dedicated networking closet. My goal is a clean, hidden setup that stays simple but functional. I already have my Smurf Tubing ready to go and plan to run PoE to every bedroom and the office with multiple drops in each room. I also have two or three wireless access points planned for the ceilings.

Inside the closet, I want to hide my fiber box, a 24 or 32-port Ubiquiti PoE switch (leaning Ubiquiti), an A/V receiver, an Xbox, and a Blu-ray player. I would prefer to have everything seated right in a networking rack if possible.

I am looking for recommendations on what type of networking rack I should consider. My main requirements are that it needs to attach to the wall and provide really easy access to the back of the ports for maintenance. Since the A/V receiver is likely the deepest and heaviest piece of equipment, I want to make sure I get the sizing right.

I am also still undecided on whether to go with Cat6, Cat6a, or Cat7 for the runs. If anyone has suggestions on the best rack models for this type of setup or advice on which cable standard makes the most sense for a long-term home build, I’d love to hear your thoughts -- and see your setup. :cheers:

re: Hanger Steak

Posted by Will Cover on 2/23/26 at 7:46 pm to
I bought 12 of them from 44 Farms. It was the best deal I could find.

re: Buying Steaks etc. Online

Posted by Will Cover on 2/22/26 at 7:01 pm to
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Omaha Steaks


Great with marketing. Terrible with quality.

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Anyone recommend a site that sells good steaks?


44 Farms

Grok thought about its answer regarding Charlie Kirk. It tried to not answer the question.

But when pressed ...

The thing you typed your response on is likely the same thing as to the reason why they didn’t see that big yellow thing right in front of them.

re: Long HDMI run?

Posted by Will Cover on 2/20/26 at 12:42 pm to
Thank you

re: Long HDMI run?

Posted by Will Cover on 2/20/26 at 7:32 am to
After posting my question, I looked for solutions on ChatGPT.

They suggested this:

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Mac Mini Hidden in Cabinet

If this is more of a study/media setup:

Put a Mac mini inside the TV cabinet

Hardwire it to the TV (short HDMI)

Then access it from your desk using:

Bluetooth keyboard/mouse

Or remote desktop from your MacBook

Super clean. No long HDMI runs needed.


This sounds simpler -- any issues?
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Awhile back, I saw this hipster looking chick in Rouses with a cat sitting in the kiddie seat of the basket. I feel she was walking around the whole store thinking “Look at me, look at me”.


Well ... did you look at her Kitty?

Long HDMI run?

Posted by Will Cover on 2/20/26 at 7:15 am
This is an AI generated image.

If I put a desk in the center of a room like this and wanted a TV mounted on the wall — hidden behind cabinet doors — what’s the best way to connect it to Apple devices like a MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, or Mac mini?

I know some TVs have Apple AirPlay built in, and that works fine for streaming movies.

I’m assuming I’d need to run a long HDMI cable from the TV wall to the center of the room, where I’m planning to have floor outlets at the desk.

Would installing Smurf tube (flexible conduit) before the concrete is poured be the best way to handle that — so I have a clean, future-proof path for HDMI or any other cables I might need later?

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re: Washing machine options

Posted by Will Cover on 2/20/26 at 6:57 am to
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Washing machine options


I have the SQ TC7 washer and dryer. However, the TC3 or TC5 is just as good, if not better, due to less bells and whistles.

That said, my TC7 models have been rock solid. Comes with a 7 year warranty.

re: In-n-Out verdict

Posted by Will Cover on 2/19/26 at 5:34 pm to
I like them for what they are. I've eaten several times at them in Dallas and Colorado Springs.

The place is clean. The service is friendly and efficient. And the product is always fresh and hot.

I also enjoy the fries as well.

I still believe Culver's has a better fast food burger, but I mostly saw them in Florida when I traveled for work.


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A mayor in Ohio is facing two counts of voyeurism after he was allegedly caught on camera sniffing a teen girl’s underwear.


Full Story - WAFB



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passed only three classes in four years


Find these woke teachers and fire them.
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Feliciana


I just started following them on IG. They popped up recently in my algorhythm.

Is this run by Chef Besh?

re: Jesse Jackson has died

Posted by Will Cover on 2/17/26 at 4:08 am to
Same. He’s gone, it doesn’t matter anymore.


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Horizontal siding should have joint ?ashing behind all butt joints to prevent water in?ltration. This hidden layer protects the sheathing from moisture damage over time.

24/6 is what they are putting out there.
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Da Sheik

MAGA bros being discriminated against on dating apps

Lawd, the amount of single ladies who say “no MAGA, no Trumpers, say frick your lifted truck, no pics of fish or deer in your pics. All that’s left is beta low T progressive soy boys.

Good luck


I've been on the dating apps before. I don't care for them. But I do appreciate the women that list this, as well as listing being liberal or atheist. That's a quick and hard pass for me. Saves me time.