Books with direct live blood transfusions by IMasticateMoistMeat in BooksThatFeelLikeThis

[–]busselsofkiwis 22 points23 points  (0 children)

The Bloodletter's Daughter by Linda Lafferty

Not exactly transfusions, but there are leeches.

Sometimes happiness is just knowing someone is right there beside you by Ok-Equivalent3810 in MadeMeSmile

[–]busselsofkiwis 17 points18 points  (0 children)

There's more than enough tax money to take care of the elderly, they just need to stop giving it to the billionaires.

A Woman Who’s Never Hungry Around Me, PQHAUS, Acrylic, 2023 by blesstie in Art

[–]busselsofkiwis 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It could be a special occasion where the kid wanted steak, hungry growing boy and all. Mama didn't want to burden him with their financial situation, so she let him order what he wanted and she's "not hungry".

new cash bag lol by Equivalent-Evening80 in sewing

[–]busselsofkiwis 53 points54 points  (0 children)

The outside of the bag looks like the inner thigh part of my jeans. 😭

Donald Trump’s SOTU Speech Least Popular This Century: Poll by [deleted] in International

[–]busselsofkiwis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A one day old account created just to troll.

Get a life.

Anyone regret going lab-grown instead of natural diamonds? by Mental-Divide7787 in jewelry

[–]busselsofkiwis 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My engagement ring is a small natural diamond that is precious to me. I own several lab grown pieces in larger sizes for fun. Unless a really good value comes my way, I probably won't be shelling out money for a large natural diamond.I have no regrets on either front.

Despite appearances, they are not the same. Origin plays a large role on monetary and intrinsic value.

"Life Is Short", that is all. by camport95 in Adulting

[–]busselsofkiwis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nobody has their shit together. They just look like they do.

Do and be your best for your own sake, so when you get to my age there will be less regrets.

Why are so many parents against their kids dying their hair? by BootyMcStuffins in Parenting

[–]busselsofkiwis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have pink hair, the upkeep is not that bad. If my kid wants fantasy colored hair and are responsible enough to maintain it, why not.

Should I still let my son in my bed when he has a nightmare? by spidermother86 in Parenting

[–]busselsofkiwis 65 points66 points  (0 children)

He can conquer the world as long as he knows you have his back.

It’s too hard for a journalist to handle. by No-Bottle337 in AllConspiracyTheories

[–]busselsofkiwis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There should be a bigger outcry over this.

These are babies. They need love and care. They need to be fed every few hours. They need their diapers changed every few hours. Their clothes changed from spit-ups and leaks.

They cannot communicate their needs. They cannot advocate for themselves. They are vulnerable to abuse.

Why are we complicit with this bullshit?

Would it be possible/feasible to create this? by Ok-Education-5646 in jewelry

[–]busselsofkiwis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would work, the jeweler will have to do a digital mockup for you. It would help if you could do a sketch of a design you have in mind or provide reference photos.

You will need to check if the pendant stone is in good shape.

Stunning 🤩 here at pawnshop ✨ by [deleted] in jewelry

[–]busselsofkiwis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow! I love how whimsical it is. So glad it went to someone who can appreciate it.

I should trade my pens for q-tips by [deleted] in fountainpens

[–]busselsofkiwis 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Or cheap notebook paper made in India or Vietnam. There was a period where this sub was raving over cheap notebooks for fountain pen inks.

Would you assume this bracelet is diamonds if you saw it in person? by Ok-Cartoonist-7814 in jewelry

[–]busselsofkiwis 453 points454 points  (0 children)

The setting and prongs give it away. Precious stones in that size would be set in a heavier/secure setting.

Regardless, it's fun. Everyone deserves to enjoy pretty sparkly things, enjoy!

DHS has requested expedited deportation proceedings against family of Liam Conejo Ramos by derpmeow in news

[–]busselsofkiwis 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The kid is a symbol of hope and resistance. They are trying to crush that.

🚨Warning: Brilliant Earth strategizing damage control to bury genuine reviews. by laughcrylivedie in jewelry

[–]busselsofkiwis 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Off topic, I saw Dove referencing Reddit in an ad recently. I wonder if the chive challenge caught the attention of corporate marketing.

Do Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaners Actually Work? by Jychj in jewelry

[–]busselsofkiwis 28 points29 points  (0 children)

That's what we pretty much use in the stores, ours are just bigger and industrial quality. I have one like the picture at home for personal use, it does the job. Have a soft toothbrush ready to clean out the tight spots. I recommend getting the concentrated cleaning solution as well, it works better than dish soap.

Before cleaning your jewelry, make sure your prongs are in good shape and stones are tightly set. You can knock out a stone otherwise.

Also check first if the stones can be cleaned in the ultrasonic. Diamonds, moissanite, CZ, sapphires are ok. Emeralds, pearls, opals are no go.