Central PA Winter 25/26 Discussion and Obs

[pasnownut]

2 minutes ago, Superstorm said:

Made it to 14 in Willow Street area la casa.

As Itstraining time mentioned, lots of icy roads on the way to work.


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yeah, my trek took 15 min extra and was rather slick, but It doesnt bother me.....just the person doing 20 in a 40 that is always in front of me....lol

[CarlislePaWx]

Here in Carlisle, my low overnight was 15.3 degrees.  The wind almost never stopped blowing which prevented some from plummeting courtesy of deeper snowpack.  I was already down to 17 at 6:00pm yesterday and hung out there for hours.  Under a thin, milky overcast with dim sunshine my temp has risen to 21.6.  Stay warm out there.  I'll be staying nice and toasty indoors all day...lol.

[sauss06]

Holy son of a nutcracker. this thread is WOW. 

And people wonder why i rarely post....................Heres your sign

[Itstrainingtime]

1 hour ago, pasnownut said:

Such an HR response.... 

Well said bud.  I know i make you wince every so often.....gotta keep ya on your toes.  

A little uplsope wind in them shorts had to feel good yesterday.  Its friggin cold

I'll be completely honest - I've learned to recognize that a lot of my issues with people in the past were self-inflicted. I've done a whole of soul-searching over the past year or two and admittedly have been working with a counselor to help me understand some things a little better. I think it's human nature at times to instinctively point in other directions when problems arise but after I learned how to think about myself and what affect I have on others, it can be honestly very humbling. I'd like to think that my posts have improved in 2025. I recognize that I have my own issues and I've been working through and addressing them. It also has to do with understanding that we're all different and that translates into every aspect of life, including posting "styles". And just because yours might be different...that's more than okay. 

[Itstrainingtime]

24 minutes ago, sauss06 said:

Holy son of a nutcracker. this thread is WOW. 

And people wonder why i rarely post....................Heres your sign

I REALLY miss you posting more. I also totally get it why you don't. I think about you every time I don't see/hear from you after several days. You're really good people, Jon. 

[Ruin]

2 hours ago, pasnownut said:

lol.  You have access to my numbers do ya :).

I'd rather not "Ruin" my portfolio.

 

thats a good one right there.  

 

Im saying I Know the markets and ive done amazing the last 10 years.

[Ruin]

16 hours ago, pawatch said:

I think people sometimes get too worked up over these storms, usually someone venting and it's nothing personal It happens every storm.

Canderson a respected poster!

THIS 100%

[canderson]

42 minutes ago, sauss06 said:

Holy son of a nutcracker. this thread is WOW. 

And people wonder why i rarely post....................Heres your sign

We all know you’re not posting as much because you’re prepping to win Mr Universe. 

[pasnownut]

16 minutes ago, canderson said:

We all know you’re not posting as much because you’re prepping to win Mr Universe. 

That brought quite the visual to my mind, that I cant mentally "unsee".

 

@sauss06Love ya Jon 

[sauss06]

24 minutes ago, canderson said:

We all know you’re not posting as much because you’re prepping to win Mr Universe. 

just know i lol'd hard at this. thanks 

7 minutes ago, pasnownut said:

That brought quite the visual to my mind, that I cant mentally "unsee".

 

@sauss06Love ya Jon 

Me either, Jesus

[pasnownut]

37 minutes ago, Itstrainingtime said:

I'll be completely honest - I've learned to recognize that a lot of my issues with people in the past were self-inflicted. I've done a whole of soul-searching over the past year or two and admittedly have been working with a counselor to help me understand some things a little better. I think it's human nature at times to instinctively point in other directions when problems arise but after I learned how to think about myself and what affect I have on others, it can be honestly very humbling. I'd like to think that my posts have improved in 2025. I recognize that I have my own issues and I've been working through and addressing them. It also has to do with understanding that we're all different and that translates into every aspect of life, including posting "styles". And just because yours might be different...that's more than okay. 

Good on you for taking care of yourself.  We all need to self reflect once in a while.  Good for the soul.

Yeah this place is full of "characters" with a myriad of backrounds, likes, beliefs, and we all have to parse through the weeds once in a while.  It too is why I've gone in and out of the "cave" even during my time of winter.  I no longer have the tollerance/energy to deal w/ too much shit...but can usually look the other way for the good of the board.  

I know, I've got my flaws, and have no prob being a dick....but usually when needed.  But when I do, recipients know full well why they are getting reverse trolled, or hammered. 

If I'm ever deserving....have at it.  I'm a big boy and can take criticism as needed.  

Even w/ the recent outbursts, Yard/Cand and the rest of us our pretty good peeps....at least in my mind. 

And to end on whats on my mind, I'm not convinced the see/saw will last for too long.  AO/NAO headed notably neg aoa years end, so here's to hopin.  

[Voyager]

1 hour ago, canderson said:

We all know you’re not posting as much because you’re prepping to win Mr Universe. 

There you go antagonizing people again... 

Just kidding. I chuckled when I read this. And I see Sauss thought it was funny, too.

[canderson]

Just now, Voyager said:

There you go antagonizing people again... 

Just kidding. I chuckled when I read this. And I see Sauss thought it was funny, too.

For those unaware, Jon has transformed his body and is in insanely great shape. He is ripped!

[Voyager]

Just now, canderson said:

For those unaware, Jon has transformed his body and is in insanely great shape. He is ripped!

Good on him. I could use some conditioning myself. I'm quite out of shape. Shovelling yesterday kicked my ass.

[pasnownut]

34 minutes ago, canderson said:

For those unaware, Jon has transformed his body and is in insanely great shape. He is ripped!

That is awesome. Good on Jon for looking after himself.  Sometimes takes a health care to get us crackin. 

Couch is always easier, but not in the long run. 

[Mount Joy Snowman]

Alright, so when do we get the shirtless @sauss06 pics?  

[canderson]

1 hour ago, Mount Joy Snowman said:

Alright, so when do we get the shirtless @sauss06 pics?  

This is a safe for work site, sir! 
 

Weather related : I am freezing today. I can’t warm up. 

[Jns2183]

Is it going to snow or evaporate?

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[paweather5]

Dumping snow check out the camera at ski roundtop. 

[Yardstickgozinya]

Yes, I am a threat to your fake little world so many of you are living in here. 

AI Overview

 

+9

 

 

 

People are "cliquey" on forums 

due to a mix of psychological needs (belonging, identity) and online anonymity, which lowers inhibitions, leading to strong in-group bonding, "us vs. them" mentalities, and sometimes aggressive "herd mentality" against outsiders, fueled by shared beliefs and a lack of real-world accountability, all amplified by platform dynamics. It's a natural human tendency to find your "tribe," but online, this can quickly turn exclusionary or toxic. 

 

Psychological & Social Drivers

• Social Identity & Belonging: People naturally seek groups that share their interests, beliefs, or identity to feel included and validated, especially if they feel insecure or lack offline community.
• Anonymity & Disinhibition: The lack of face-to-face interaction lowers inhibitions, making people feel freer to express themselves, form strong bonds, and be more aggressive or less empathetic.
• Shared Beliefs & Echo Chambers: Forums focused on specific topics (politics, hobbies) naturally attract like-minded individuals, creating echo chambers that reinforce beliefs and make outsiders seem threatening or wrong.
• Herd/Crab Mentality: A sense of being "stuck" or insecure can lead people to pull others down to feel better about themselves, creating a "why should I let you succeed when I'm struggling?" dynamic.
• Lack of Accountability: The physical distance and anonymity reduce the social consequences of bullying or exclusion, making it easier to engage in "cliquey" behavior without repercussions. 

 

Platform Mechanics

• Technical Amplification: Forum designs can inadvertently encourage clique formation by making it easy to form private groups or by highlighting popular users.
• Group Validation: Online validation from a group (likes, agreement) reinforces belonging, making members more loyal and potentially hostile to perceived threats. 

 

Why it feels bad

• Exclusion: Cliques often have clear, unwritten rules about who's "in" and who's "out," making newcomers or those with different views feel unwelcome.
• Toxicity: When these groups become insular and reinforce extreme views, outsiders are often met with hostility or "character assassination" rather than fair debate, notes

[mitchnick]

Snowing moderately in Hanover 

[CarlislePaWx]

At 4:23pm here in Carlisle it is unexpectedly snowing moderately and probably at a rate that exceeds anything I had 2 nights ago.  It's beginning to approach heavy as the flake size is increasing.  I've picked up 0.3" of snow already and my temperature has dropped from 23 down to 20.3 degrees.  I love snow when temps are this cold or colder because it instantly sticks to everything.  I haven't looked at radar yet to see how widespread this is, but it remains solidly dark off to my west.  What a surprise.

[mitchnick]

52 minutes ago, Jns2183 said:

Is it going to snow or evaporate?

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Euro had 1/2-3/4" on 12z run

[AccuChris]

Snow has commenced in Lebanon as well


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[mitchnick]

3 minutes ago, Ruin said:

Um i heard the forevsst begore work partyly vloudy thos afternoon turning clear tinight.. where the snow come from ?

It has been on the Euro for days actually, but nothing of consequence on other modeling. Just a front.

[Yardstickgozinya]

Roads are trashed . Stay home.

[Yardstickgozinya]

I'm sure harrisburg's fine because it never snows in the city. 

[Ruin]

So I heard before work that it was going to be cody, giving way to partly cody skies.This afternoon and going clear tonight was low of like sixteen.Where did the snow come from?Was not forecast

[Ruin]

4 minutes ago, mitchnick said:

It has been on the Euro for days actually, but nothing of consequence on other modeling. Just a front.

Okay, then because, yeah, nothing on local forecasts even talked about.Any type of precipitation today really caught me off guard

[CarlislePaWx]

Beginning to lighten up, but 0.5" of new snow here.  Temp 19.9 degrees.  Glad it hit while still daylight.