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In reply to the discussion: OK! Enough Time Changing, Thanks! [View all]
rsdsharp
(11,849 posts)24. I feel your pain, but at least they're battery powered.
Several years ago, when the time change was in late October, I got up on Sunday morning and reset the clocks, most of which were AC. There was an early, heavy, wet snow fall, and we lost power. When it came back on, I had to reset all the clocks, again. Only to lose power a second time, requiring a THIRD setting of the clocks.
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I agree. After three attempts on my bedroom clock (digital), I just said the hell with it and
LoisB
Nov 2025
#9
I completely understand the clock abundance. I love them, too. ...
littlemissmartypants
Nov 2025
#36
Standard time year around. Just because R senators from Florida want a saving one year around is enough to oppose
question everything
Nov 2025
#22
It was important when I was working. Now that I'm retired I usually don't know what time of even day it is.
surfered
Nov 2025
#28
And now my car clock is off. Today is the longest day of the year. Enjoy it and all.
twodogsbarking
Nov 2025
#29
And don't even talk about smoke alarms!! I only have to change five clocks.
thought crime
Nov 2025
#40
I have a hefty real Oak wood (or so they say) Seiko chiming pendulum wall clock
BumRushDaShow
Nov 2025
#44
Accidents increase just as much with the "extr hour of sleep" time change in the fall
Warpy
Nov 2025
#48
Agree. I don't give a damn which time we stick with, just stop changing it! n/t
NH Ethylene
Nov 2025
#56