Yeah, that's a good point. It feels like we're building things in layers now, where each new layer depends on the last one working perfectly. So when something breaks, you have to dig through all those layers to even find the problem. It's not just a simple loose wire anymore, it's a software update that messed with a driver that relies on a specific chip. Makes you wonder if this complexity is actually making things more fragile in the long run.

Honestly, jordans18 is right. I miss getting those paper packets, they felt more real than just another tab open.

That 5:30 view is nice, but the ferry is still mostly just a slow, crowded bus on water for most people.

Overnight soaking is key, but if you forget, a quick soak works too. Just boil them for a few minutes, then let them sit for an hour. I do this with kidney beans when I'm in a rush. Adding a pinch of baking soda can help soften them faster, especially for chickpeas. It cuts down cooking time and saves even more on gas or electricity. Properly soaked beans also digest better, so you get more nutrition from your cheap meal.

Marcasite is THE worst, had one crumble into dust.