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The leak was a major breach of Supreme Court protocol. One may disagree with Roberts sometimes, but he has too much respect for the institution to undermine it in this way. Plus, leaks make his job much harder. I just don't see it.. A politicized staffer of one of the liberal justices makes more sense.

In a few years I will have what I consider to be the minimum we'll need for retirement. At that point, I plan to work five more years but only put in the 401ks the minimum amount to get our employers' matching contributions (4%). I will keep the 401ks invested mostly in stocks to hopefully get some more growth. The extra money I would have saved and invested, I will use to pay down some debt, build up my cash reserves and make some home renovations.

Hot Tub Time Machine, the hot tub sex scene. Though the black dude crying kinda brings it down.

I lean GOP but have voted for plenty of Democrats. Living in New Orleans, if I only voted for Republicans my vote would be meaningless.

My wife works and usually earns about as much as me. She'd be fine with our combined savings if I kicked the bucket anytime soon. But I still have term life insurance in an amount twice our mortgage and other debt. The term runs out when I will likely retire and I'll likely drop it at that point.

I fished with them all together. Happy to have that memory.

Sure I would and I see the same issues in some of my older relatives, though not all. Some approach physical problems as something done to them that is unfair and is ruining their lives. Others accept their limitations, but still find joy and purpose in the things they can do. I am arrogant enough to think I am of the glass half full stock, and will not be bitter in my old age infirmity. But one never knows until you face it.

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Speaking of live music, should a first timer spend time hopping around music clubs on Frenchmen?

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Absolutely. You can just wander down the street and choose a place based on the music that night.

20/20. Had to think about Sulphur but I did visit a plant there for work once. Rest are easy for anyone living in LA for any extended period of time.

Same thing. 2% off high from 3 weeks ago. Still up about 9% on the year. If I can get 4% growth the rest of the year I'll be happy, but my present position is where I conservatively hoped to be by end of 2026 so all is good.

My cat would love that.