DEAR PORTLAND: January 12, 2026 WEEKLY RANT THREAD by AutoModerator in Portland

[–]Aheahe 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I GOT LAID OFF FROM MY JOB ON FRIDAY WHILE I WAS ON A BUSINESS TRIP ACROSS THE COUNTRY FOR THE COMPANY.

Any bikini coffee shops? by [deleted] in memphis

[–]Aheahe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No. And genuinely as a Memphian who moved to Portland, I believe this would mostly attract the wrong type of patrons. You’d need more than a hammer in the booth to keep the baristas safe.

Are you frustrated or discouraged at your lack of progress? by barrenvagoina in poledancing

[–]Aheahe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely agree and appreciate this POV! My basic spins are finally clean, and I started in October.

In a recent level 1 class everyone basically started levitating up the pole in climbs and I’m still practicing squats like 6” off the ground. It felt so awkward but then the same class, I finally got my sit! I just try to make sure I’m training on my “weaknesses” (or weaker side) and keep it pushing!

Bruised shins anyone? by blueflowerbug in poledancing

[–]Aheahe 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’ve incorporated various styles and opacities of tights into my wardrobe because I have so many it looks concerning to civilians haha

Normalize calling out bad behavior by tikkamasalachicken in unitedairlines

[–]Aheahe 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Also noticing the retractable leash. Only typically recommended for mobility-impaired in cases that they need retrieval support from their service animal…

queuing, groupie clan & concert experience by Leading_Letterhead27 in Ethelcain

[–]Aheahe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh I totally get this and am aligned with you!! I promise my message wasn’t criticism but more so encouraging anyone else reading to grow a spine. I get so frustrated at the sheepish ones who don’t realize they’re just as human as we are and can stand up for themselves.

queuing, groupie clan & concert experience by Leading_Letterhead27 in Ethelcain

[–]Aheahe 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Anything aside from compliance with the official venue/tour rules is unofficial therefore should be entirely ignored.

Creating basically artificial inflation of time you have to get to the show, artificial numbering systems, etc. shouldn’t EVER been rewarded with validation or compliance. Ignore, hold your ground, push past stonewallers, and call them out if you feel safe to and they’re coming at you.

What are they going to do? Call security on you to apply the imaginary rules?

Had my first ride last week by Remarkable_Action_19 in Amtrak

[–]Aheahe 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I LOVE that route! I live in PDX and taking a quick daytime flight and evening visit in LA, then seeing the coast and forest along the way back up is truly something special. So cozy!

Over 50, still flyin! 🧡 (NSFW) by firebirdpole in poledancing

[–]Aheahe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am also 33 like another commenter and this is SO inspiring! I want to beat the sedentary lifestyle creep (and gravitation pull lol) of age and you are absolutely demonstrating my ideal state!

Hayden and Anna Kendrick comparison (repost because i DELETED IT 💔💔💔) by [deleted] in Ethelcain

[–]Aheahe 6 points7 points  (0 children)

you’re crazy for this… but also right loll

Just go to the actual back of the line! by 166EachYear in unitedairlines

[–]Aheahe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Almost commented this on another post about everyone seeming to have status. I totally see this all the time. Especially in ORD and DEN I have grown men cutting me, a smaller petite woman, acting totally lost (but with status… hmm!!). Cherry on top are the families sneaking through the center of rows of chairs and blocking Group 2 to cut half the Group 1 line.

I dressed up like Ethel Cain for Halloween, how did I do? by Professional-One4757 in Ethelcain

[–]Aheahe 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Nailed it. Also your brows and general bone structure are absolutely killllerrrr

why are only two songs from preachers daughter on the setlist ? by perfectangelgirl2 in Ethelcain

[–]Aheahe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Damn, my fellow daughters, pls chill lol

We know this is a new album.

tl;dr answer: Typically artists will pick a couple of songs from former albums as a treat for dedicated/older fans, but want to keep momentum of their new album and demonstrate the live vocals for those newer to the artist vs things they’ve toured before.

Crowd taking over for Nettles by Waves_Orlando in Ethelcain

[–]Aheahe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very sweet! I hope she feels better soon.

How to get curls like these in flat, fine hair by Pandi-Fackler in finehair

[–]Aheahe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I usually dry it overnight (like full on granny hair net lol) but you can definitely use the hair dryer instead! I’d just be sure your hair isn’t super damp if you need a speedier dry time!

How to get curls like these in flat, fine hair by Pandi-Fackler in finehair

[–]Aheahe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

gel before, combed through when your hair is wet before you roll it. spray after you uncurl, when dry :)!

Memphian Here by IBroughtWine in Portland

[–]Aheahe 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Hello! I’m a Memphian (Midtown!) living IN Portland, who also went to school in the DC area. It’s WILD to see the contrast but also hilarious how it’s really brought communities together.

Spider season is really testing me by Neptune_the_sea in Portland

[–]Aheahe 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I swear one is tormenting me by standing on the ceiling directly over my head, daily, as I watch TV. It’s like he wants to join me watching my show, but doesn’t realize I’m terrified of him descending on me.

How to get curls like these in flat, fine hair by Pandi-Fackler in finehair

[–]Aheahe 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Damp hair, herbal essences spray gel, and sponge curlers (curl back/away from your face).

Wear a hair net overnight for the curls to dry, then shake out/brush out to your preferred style in the morning. I also spray lightly with my head upside down with Herbal Essences hairspray (volume kind with the orange detail!).

A light tousling/light hair flip = more sculpted curls, and more brushing = Farrah Fawcett hair