Why all of this anger?

[Sciencewoman]

As long as this thread has swerved multiple times, I really do have 2 questions about Tide Pods:

1) Do they cause any problems like those dishwasher gel "pellets" -- because those things ruined the surface on most of my Airbake pans. When I bought new ones, they had a warning sticker than said "don't use the gel pellets" -- too late. Do not use those. They really are Evil.
2) Do the Tide Pods come in an He version? Yes, I could probably look this up on my own or look at the store, but I can't be bothered....


Regarding the snarkiness, I cut PNMS a lot of slack, because I know my own 18 year old has a lot of questions. And, they're 18, so I expect them to need some guidance.

I get quite a few annoying e-mails from prospective graduate students, and sometimes from current students, which do annoy me, and I think this points to people wanting instant information instead of researching it themselves, such as:

1) Prospective graduate students who want me to tell them everything about the program I coordinate, via a time-consuming e-mail. Apparently, they could find my contact info. from the website, but they couldn't read any of the details, course listings, requirements, etc., and expect me to retype it. In the interest of PR, I do, and then half the time I never hear back from them. Not even a thank you for the information. And I am always extremely polite and welcoming.

2. Students lose their planned program and want me to e-mail back and list all the courses they still need to take. 'Cause keeping that important document, and looking in the catalog (also available on-line) is too much trouble.

3. Students e-mail me and ask when the courses are scheduled, because they apparently can't be bothered to look at the schedule of courses that is available on-line a full year in advance.

If they'd done some legwork and were just double-checking, it would be one thing. If they scheduled an advising appt. and came in during office hours, I would be OK with it. But, to expect an e-mail where I have to spend a half hour typing all they want to know (and is readily available on-line)...that is annoying.

[AlphaFrog]

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

Yes, I could probably look this up on my own or look at the store, but I can't be bothered....
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I think this points to people wanting instant information instead of researching it themselves,

The irony here is just bloody brilliant.

[SWTXBelle]

I just bought the Tide Pods - haven't used them yet, but have used other detergent pods and had great success with them.

[agzg]

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

As long as this thread has swerved multiple times, I really do have 2 questions about Tide Pods:

1) Do they cause any problems like those dishwasher gel "pellets" -- because those things ruined the surface on most of my Airbake pans. When I bought new ones, they had a warning sticker than said "don't use the gel pellets" -- too late. Do not use those. They really are Evil.

You put your Airbake pans in the dishwasher? I don't put any pots or pans in the dishwasher, cheap or not, because even though it has a "pots and pans" setting I find that it does a shitty job and/or ruins your pots and pans.

I can't imagine the problems would be the same though, since the pods are cleaning clothes and the pellets are cleaning dishes.

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

2) Do the Tide Pods come in an He version? Yes, I could probably look this up on my own or look at the store, but I can't be bothered....

I believe so. Perhaps when you go to buy more laundry detergent you should check the aisle. They'll be with the rest of the packets in the detergent aisle.

[Sciencewoman]

Originally Posted by agzg

You put your Airbake pans in the dishwasher?

I used to, and regular detergent (liquid or powder) never caused a problem. Now I hand-wash the new ones with TLC, because I didn't want to take a chance again.

[HQWest]

Originally Posted by agzg

You put your Airbake pans in the dishwasher? I don't put any pots or pans in the dishwasher, cheap or not, because even though it has a "pots and pans" setting I find that it does a shitty job and/or ruins your pots and pans.

I can't imagine the problems would be the same though, since the pods are cleaning clothes and the pellets are cleaning dishes.



I believe so. Perhaps when you go to buy more laundry detergent you should check the aisle. They'll be with the rest of the packets in the detergent aisle.

The pods are a different gel. The pellets for dishes are pretty caustic - (very basic) so that is why they tell you to try to avoid touching them. It works great to dissolve or digest food particles and grease/oil on ceramics or glass. They can ruin the coatings on anything non-stick over time. They will react with many pots (example Calephelon) and turn them white. This is likely the formation of alumina (aluminum oxide or the aluminum version of rust.)

The pods are really just a very concentrated laundry soap inside a dissolvable pouch. I would imagine they would be fine for most things - but might cause problems in a front loading washer or not dissolve all of the way if you have hard water. Tide also recommends a separate spot remover.

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by HQWest

The pods are a different gel. The pellets for dishes are pretty caustic - (very basic) so that is why they tell you to try to avoid touching them. It works great to dissolve or digest food particles and grease/oil on ceramics or glass. They can ruin the coatings on anything non-stick over time.

Another reason not to put non-stick pots and pans in the dishwasher. (Or as far as I'm concerned, another reason to avoid non-stick cookware altogether. Not a fan.)

As for pots and pans:



It keeps me from getting angry when I do dishes.

[ForeverRoses]

Originally Posted by MysticCat

Another reason not to put non-stick pots and pans in the dishwasher. (Or as far as I'm concerned, another reason to avoid non-stick cookware altogether. Not a fan.)

As for pots and pans:



It keeps me from getting angry when I do dishes.

This stuff is the BOMB. It even polishes brass. But I ran out recently and haven't been back to the store to get more. this makes me angry.

Oh and 4th grade helicopter parents that get mad at the teacher for deducting points when the kids turn work in late. The teacher was shocked when I asked her to take points off my son's project because he turned it in late. She actually thanked me for trying to teach him a lesson.

[Mevara]

Originally Posted by MysticCat

Another reason not to put non-stick pots and pans in the dishwasher. (Or as far as I'm concerned, another reason to avoid non-stick cookware altogether. Not a fan.)

As for pots and pans:



It keeps me from getting angry when I do dishes.

Yes barkeepers friend rocks!!

Also non-stick pots are bad for your health unless you take the utmost care of them and replace them every 5 years or so. Never use anything that could scratch the coating. Also do not stack your non-stick pans unless you place something in between to protect the coating.

[SydneyK]

Originally Posted by ForeverRoses

Gain has a dryer bar now too- and it fits in the Bounce Bar holder thing. I just wish I could just buy refill bars- I don't need the part that attaches to the inside of the dryer every time I buy a new one.

I can find refills for the Bounce bar.

Originally Posted by AzTheta

SydneyK: leave all your car windows cracked a bit, your car interior won't get nearly as hot. And park where there's shade, even if it's a mile from the store. Everyone in AZ knows that. Duh.

Well, maybe if I were in AZ I'd do that. It doesn't generally get that hot here, though. Also, I really had forgotten about them. Had I remembered they were back there, I would've taken them out. But then, none of this lovely Tide pod sidetracking would've happened. So, you know... You take the good, you take the bad you take 'em both and there you have the Facts of Life...

Originally Posted by AlphaFrog

You know what makes me angry? Heli-parents.

Amen!

Originally Posted by Sciencewoman

As long as this thread has swerved multiple times, I really do have 2 questions about Tide Pods:

1) Do they cause any problems like those dishwasher gel "pellets" -- because those things ruined the surface on most of my Airbake pans. When I bought new ones, they had a warning sticker than said "don't use the gel pellets" -- too late. Do not use those. They really are Evil.
2) Do the Tide Pods come in an He version? Yes, I could probably look this up on my own or look at the store, but I can't be bothered....

1.) I haven't experienced any problems with the laundry pods. And
2.) Yes, they come in HE version.

Originally Posted by HQWest

The pods are really just a very concentrated laundry soap inside a dissolvable pouch. I would imagine they would be fine for most things - but might cause problems in a front loading washer or not dissolve all of the way if you have hard water. Tide also recommends a separate spot remover.

My washer is a front loader and the pods work just fine.

/end laundry tangent. Angry posts may re-commence...

[agzg]

Originally Posted by SydneyK

You take the good, you take the bad you take 'em both and there you have the Facts of Life...

HAHAHA.

Non-stick pans make me angry. They are an abomination.

[amIblue?]

Y'all are making me angry with all the nonstick pan hate. I can barely cook as it is, and now you want it to stick!

You're the meanest meanies ever! I'm flouncing out of here because you just don't understand how special I am and how unique my situation is.

[AlphaFrog]

I'm angry right now because there are people here that insist on keeping the thermostat set to Popsicle. When it is 80 degrees out, don't come in here in pants, a long sleeve shirt and a cardigan and crank the AC, that's just ignorant.

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by amIblue?

Y'all are making me angry with all the nonstick pan hate. I can barely cook as it is, and now you want it to stick!

No, no, no, no, no. We want you to use a good pan and a good oil or butter.

Just for you, special snowflake: