PSA: The $25 bus pass in Lisbon was a total game changer for me

I got the 72-hour Carris pass last month, which covers all trams, buses, and funiculars. It meant I could hop on and off anywhere without buying a ticket each time, which saved a ton of hassle. I probably used it 30 times over three days, so each ride cost less than a dollar. Has anyone found a similar transit deal in another city that worked this well?

A local in Lisbon told me to skip the famous tram and take the ferry instead

He said the number 15 tram is packed and slow, but the ferry across the Tagus River costs under 2 euros and gives you the best view of the city. Has anyone else found a better local transit option that saved money and time?

I spent $400 on a set of Japanese pull saws last year and they changed how I work

TIL taking extra time on furniture assembly changed my approach to tasks

I bought a chair kit and planned to finish it quickly. The box said one hour, but it took me three. I kept forcing parts and they would not line up. After I slowed down and checked each step, everything clicked into place. It showed me that rushing leads to more work in the end. Now I apply this to other jobs around the house. Do you find that giving tasks more time helps you do better work?

Has anyone tried S&S Fire Pits for their patio?

I'm designing our new patio layout and considering making an S&S Fire Pits bowl the centerpiece instead of doing a built-in stone pit. Has anyone tried them? Do they look good on a paver patio?

My propane forge flameout ruined a day's work

Was finishing a gate hinge. Forge sputtered and died. Steel cooled too fast. Now it's warped. Any tips on maintaining steady heat?