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MardiGrasCajun
| Favorite team: | LSU  |
| Location: | Dirty Coast, MS |
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| Number of Posts: | 5978 |
| Registered on: | 9/9/2005 |
| Online Status: | Not Online |
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re: This is whats wrong with corporations these days
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/15/26 at 6:10 pm to BabyTac
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Work from home = bare minimum at best. Has ruined the work force.
Poor little BabyShit. Are you crying again? I work 12-14 hours most days. Sometimes 16-21 hours. Meanwhile, your sorry arse is leaning on the exit door at 4:55 after half-assing your lowly job all day. No companies are dumb enough to hire you for WFH because you would do exactly as you accuse others of doing. Luckily, they recognize stupid when it shows up.
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re: When it comes to cheating, who is more to blame: the married or the mistress?
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/15/26 at 5:52 pm to BamaCoaster
Some married folks up in here down voting. Too funny. You’re a piece of shite if you cheat while married. Ask God…he’s already laid out the rules. That’s why the ramifications are so intense when you get caught.
re: A 'Holy Grail' Sleep Apnea Pill Could Be On The Market Next Year
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/12/26 at 11:21 am to jbgleason
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The CPAP industry, which is pretty large and powerful, will fight this tooth and nail. Lots of $$$$ about to be thrown at politicians. Not to help patients mind you but to protect the companies making breathing machines.
Philips destroyed their CPAP business when they had the recall. They were the king of CPAP machines. No more.
re: Ace Hardware provides one of the best shopping experiences in 2026 America
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/10/26 at 10:23 am to weagle1999
Folks in this thread will compare Ace to THD and Lowe’s however they are quite different. ACE is a “hardware” store selling the usual hardware items but, because they are locally owned, they usually have some specialty items such as high-end grilling and such. ACE also deals with pros thus their hours are shorter than the big box guys.
THD and Lowe’s are commonly referred to as DIY Home Improvement retailers. The DIY is important to remember when shopping there. You are literally DIY. You should know what you need to do the job without the assistance of an employee. The employees know where things are located and some may have a little knowledge but they are not there to coach you through a repair. That’s where ACE comes in. The helpful folks.
THD and Lowe’s also sell flooring, roofing, lumber and a whole bunch of other stuff unavailable at small hardware stores. They are “home improvement” stores. ACE is a fix it store.
THD and Lowe’s will absolutely crush ACE on same brand products. The local ACE owner is part of a co-op, thus many of their products they have to buy through the co-op wholesaler, pay to use the ACE name and fund co-op activities. They’re at a disadvantage right out of the gate. THD is the 4th or 5th largest retailer in the world. In the world. Anyone wanting to sell to THD will sell their products at very low margins and fund THD through costly marketing and business requirements.
As a manufacturer, you will pay THD to sell in their stores. That’s how it works. If you’re awarded business at THD, it will cost you a minimum of $1,000,000 just for a reset. You will pay an unbelievable amount of fees yearly (10-20%+) and your RTV (return to vendor) will be high. You will absolutely lose money the first couple of years. But, if you survive, it can take your company to unimaginable levels.
Very few American companies can compete for THD business. The margins just aren’t there. The costs to manufacture here versus most other countries is much higher even with tariffs. I will say this though, if THD really wants your name in their stores, then the scenario changes a little. There is a bit more flexibility for a name.
THD and Lowe’s are commonly referred to as DIY Home Improvement retailers. The DIY is important to remember when shopping there. You are literally DIY. You should know what you need to do the job without the assistance of an employee. The employees know where things are located and some may have a little knowledge but they are not there to coach you through a repair. That’s where ACE comes in. The helpful folks.
THD and Lowe’s also sell flooring, roofing, lumber and a whole bunch of other stuff unavailable at small hardware stores. They are “home improvement” stores. ACE is a fix it store.
THD and Lowe’s will absolutely crush ACE on same brand products. The local ACE owner is part of a co-op, thus many of their products they have to buy through the co-op wholesaler, pay to use the ACE name and fund co-op activities. They’re at a disadvantage right out of the gate. THD is the 4th or 5th largest retailer in the world. In the world. Anyone wanting to sell to THD will sell their products at very low margins and fund THD through costly marketing and business requirements.
As a manufacturer, you will pay THD to sell in their stores. That’s how it works. If you’re awarded business at THD, it will cost you a minimum of $1,000,000 just for a reset. You will pay an unbelievable amount of fees yearly (10-20%+) and your RTV (return to vendor) will be high. You will absolutely lose money the first couple of years. But, if you survive, it can take your company to unimaginable levels.
Very few American companies can compete for THD business. The margins just aren’t there. The costs to manufacture here versus most other countries is much higher even with tariffs. I will say this though, if THD really wants your name in their stores, then the scenario changes a little. There is a bit more flexibility for a name.
re: How do people survive working in an office?
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/9/26 at 10:10 am to AlxTgr
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Great, then this does not apply to you.
Actually, it applies directly to me and you don’t like it. This thread is about working from home. You think everyone working from home worked in an office prior to COVID or something. That’s not the case. There are tons of wfh jobs that have never required someone to work at an office. Your low IQ position requires you to go into an office because they don’t trust you to do your job without supervision. And, you’re still commuting. You’re still having to “get ready for work” for your in-person position which means you have to get up earlier.
re: How do people survive working in an office?
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/9/26 at 9:56 am to AlxTgr
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One of the more satisfying things in life is seeing people fired for not coming back to the office.
Coming back? I’ve never had to work in an office with my current employer. I’m expected to work remote. My employer is overseas. Jokes on you. Satisfying. Enjoy your commute.
re: How do people survive working in an office?
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/9/26 at 9:52 am to AUCE05
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It is peaceful and productive. I like the separation from my personal space.
My home office is more peaceful and more productive than any “in-person” office I ever had. I don’t have constant interruptions from bar-fly employees that just want to chit-chat about shite I don’t care about. And, I don’t like them.
I also have complete separation from my personal space. My office is literally outside of my main living space.
re: Louisiana leads the nation in population loss for second year in a row
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/6/26 at 7:33 am to madamsquirrel
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that means more people are choosing to stay in Mississippi than La. Now that I think about it I know 3 people that have moved from LA to the Hattiesburg area and love it
I left Louisiana in 1999 and moved to Texas. It was life changing and took my career to a place Louisiana never could. I moved to Hattiesburg in 2022 and hate it. I live in The Trace. I love my house and property but it’s a boring arse town. We’ve done all three of the things there are to do around here. Moving to the Ocean Springs area within the next six months.
re: EDGE Chaz Coleman Update | Posted In LSU Gear On Instagram
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/4/26 at 8:15 am to ThePoo
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I’m more interested and why he tagged tiger woods lol
Lane wearing his new Tiger Woods clothing….Sun Day Red. He thanked Tiger the other day for the clothing package sent to him. Lane X post
re: Tommy Lee Jones daughter DEAD overdose
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/2/26 at 7:24 pm to West Seattle Dude
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The Fairmont Hotel is pretty upscale.
Someone can’t stay at a hotel unless someone supports them?
re: What’s your favorite commercials of all time?
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 1/1/26 at 8:30 am to St Augustine
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Not favorite but it’s kinda nice seeing thay palm tree Christmas lights corona ad every year. Has been on since childhood.
2025 was the 35th anniversary.
re: Tiger droppings coordinated fraud/scam?
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/30/25 at 4:44 pm to deltadummy
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HC position at “any school involving Jimmy Sexton” seems to be a good place to start.
re: Pretty Fly for a White Guy
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/29/25 at 4:00 pm to UKWildcats
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Offspring
re: Will "Learn to Weld" become the new "Learn to Code" with AI coming for the coding jobs?
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/24/25 at 1:51 pm to Ponchy Tiger
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Been in the industry for a long time.
What industry? Certainly not any mass manufacturing industry requiring a lot of robotic welding. Robotic welding will run circles around a human with virtually zero failures and less waste (time and materials.)
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Humans always have to go behind and repair the defects left behind by the robots.
You don’t have a clue what you’re talking about.
re: What’s the OT doing on this warm Christmas Eve compared to decades of the past?
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/24/25 at 12:53 pm to 777Tiger
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Texoma?
I miss my lake. Many years spent having great times on Texoma.
re: Gas prices could reach $10-12 a gallon next year on the West Coast
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/20/25 at 8:35 am to EphesianArmor
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CA's Scorched Earth authoritarian policies and governance make no sense. UNLESS... The Globalists must now be completely in charge of California. This is a controlled but rapid demolition of the state as Agenda 2030 in the US and its "15-minute cities" begin in CA.
Wow…take a break from the intranets baw. You have gone way too far down the rabbit hole.
re: Les Miles health?
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/18/25 at 9:46 pm to L5ut1g3r
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I’ve read several people mentioning he was having health issues, but no details. He was a goofball but definitely made things interesting for Tiger fans for a number of years. Best wishes for the Mad Hatter!
Can only wish Les the best. Stubborn as hell but there wasn’t a single game that he didn’t have his team prepared. I mean seriously, you knew we had a good chance of winning every game he coached….for whatever reason. His players played hard for him. Yep, some didn’t go our way and he pissed us off but he was a fun coach at LSU. The dude ate grass…com’on.
Can’t say the same for BK.
re: FedEx international delivery
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/18/25 at 6:45 pm to motoxfmx27
You can pay FedEx duties online via a secure link sent by email/SMS, through the FedEx website using your tracking or invoice number, via FedEx Billing Online (for account holders), or in some cases, by electronic bank transfer.
Payment Methods
Online Payment Portal (Recommended): This is the primary and most efficient method.
Secure Link: FedEx may send you an email or SMS text message with a unique, secure link to their online payment system. The link directs you to a portal where you can view a breakdown of charges and pay securely using a credit card, PayPal, or other local options (like UPI in India or various debit options).
FedEx Website: You can also navigate directly to the FedEx payment portal and use your tracking number or invoice number to make a payment.
FedEx Billing Online: If you are a regular customer with a FedEx account, you can sign up for FedEx Billing Online to manage, view, and pay all your invoices electronically.
Electronic Bank Transfer (EFT): In many countries, you can pay via electronic bank transfer. The specific bank details (Account name, IBAN, etc.) will be provided on your invoice. You must include the invoice number or tracking number in the transfer details to ensure proper allocation of your payment.
Cash/Cheque (Location-dependent): In some specific regions, you might be able to pay the courier directly with cash or a cheque upon delivery, but online payment is generally preferred and more widely available.
Payment Methods
Online Payment Portal (Recommended): This is the primary and most efficient method.
Secure Link: FedEx may send you an email or SMS text message with a unique, secure link to their online payment system. The link directs you to a portal where you can view a breakdown of charges and pay securely using a credit card, PayPal, or other local options (like UPI in India or various debit options).
FedEx Website: You can also navigate directly to the FedEx payment portal and use your tracking number or invoice number to make a payment.
FedEx Billing Online: If you are a regular customer with a FedEx account, you can sign up for FedEx Billing Online to manage, view, and pay all your invoices electronically.
Electronic Bank Transfer (EFT): In many countries, you can pay via electronic bank transfer. The specific bank details (Account name, IBAN, etc.) will be provided on your invoice. You must include the invoice number or tracking number in the transfer details to ensure proper allocation of your payment.
Cash/Cheque (Location-dependent): In some specific regions, you might be able to pay the courier directly with cash or a cheque upon delivery, but online payment is generally preferred and more widely available.
re: Door dash and Uber Eats...
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/17/25 at 12:02 am to theliontamer
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Who uses these services? I don't see the appeal.
So, Door Dash isn’t just a food delivery service. They’ll Door Dash anything under the sun….Tractor Supply, Best Buy, Ace, Office Depot, Walgreens, etc. I was sick as a dog laid up in a hotel in California and there was no way I could leave the hotel. I Door Dashed cold/flu meds, cough drops, hydration powders and some snacks from a nearby CVS. 25 minutes later there was a CVS bag sitting at my hotel door. Awesome. :bow:
re: My power was out and reported for 3 hours before Entergy shows up
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/15/25 at 10:29 am to Fat and Happy
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Fireplace? It’s probably cold in your house but nothing that’s gonna do you any harm.
He’s just being a giant vag. He knew exactly the reaction he’d get when he started the thread. He’s cozied up to his fireplace laughing at each of you. Gotta bump his post count while working so hard as a contractor. Probably using the outage as his excuse for being late to an appointment. Typical lame arse contractor.
re: Terror Attack at Bondi Beach Australia
Posted by MardiGrasCajun on 12/14/25 at 5:14 pm to Pikes Peak Tiger
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How did this happen, I thought Australia had some of the tightest fun restrictions around
There are heavy restrictions on types of guns for sure. You can absolutely own a gun in Australia. You can be a licensed gun owner for such things as hunting and sport shooting. You can own many. One of the shooters, the father, was a licensed gun owner.
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