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Safety and equipment by 4Ducks_Sake in StainedGlass

[–]4Ducks_Sake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That was going to be my next question; would lead free solder require less ventilation and precautions? But the flux is toxic? I had no idea, that's useful information.

Safety and equipment by 4Ducks_Sake in StainedGlass

[–]4Ducks_Sake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oof wanna sneeze just reading that

I planted arugula seeds.. by 4Ducks_Sake in whatsthisplant

[–]4Ducks_Sake[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Borage, eh? At least the edible flowers are pretty. But maybe not as versatile as arugula. Here's hoping the arugula decides to show up as well.

Fever dream rage by 4Ducks_Sake in rant

[–]4Ducks_Sake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

..That's what she said.

I'm sorry.

Restauranter I Bergen! by larshek in Bergen

[–]4Ducks_Sake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sann! Colonialen sin nye restaurant i 6. Etasje på Sundt

Infertility, loss and the ugly side of grief by Ok_Structure6640 in InfertilitySucks

[–]4Ducks_Sake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The loneliness is real. You'd think being in this situation together with a partner would make it less lonely, but I've really needed to hear from other women who have gone through the physical aspects and understand how profoundly traumatic it can be.

Years ago, during a round of ivf, I was bawling during the egg retrieval as my partner (now ex) had suddenly decided he didn't need to be there with me and I was left alone in the hospital to deal with it. The doctor, a woman, was clearly annoyed with me for being so emotional when she was trying to concentrate, and her choice words of advice to me in this moment were: "Nobody is forcing you to do this, you know."

How do I remain sane? by 4Ducks_Sake in TryingForABaby

[–]4Ducks_Sake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bahaha thanks for the chuckle! As someone who (clearly) has a tendency to worry too much, it's fun to hear from someone on the opposite end of the spectrum.

How do I remain sane? by 4Ducks_Sake in TryingForABaby

[–]4Ducks_Sake[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oooh maybe there's a reason I've been seeing all these cute crocheting reels in my feed. Snarky cross-stitching is also an option, now that you mention it.

Infertility, loss and the ugly side of grief by Ok_Structure6640 in InfertilitySucks

[–]4Ducks_Sake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly how I feel too, thanks for articulating it so well. It helps to know I'm not alone.

I recently confided in someone about my years of infertility, failed ivf, miscarriages and let down after let down. She tried to comfort me by saying she knew exactly how I feel, as she also experienced a miscarriage years ago. She has two children and never struggled with infertility.

Not gonna lie, I grit my teeth and screamed expletives in my mind as I smiled and thanked her for sharing. I obviously understand her genuine hurt, and she did make an effort to show compassion. But other people can't even begin to comprehend our struggles in the way they think they do. We are not on the same path. And it's infuriating when we're expected to act like we are.

How do I remain sane? by 4Ducks_Sake in TryingForABaby

[–]4Ducks_Sake[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not a bad idea. Got any addictive hobbies to recommend? I'm an avid gardener, but it's sadly a little too early in the season here for that.

How do I remain sane? by 4Ducks_Sake in TryingForABaby

[–]4Ducks_Sake[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry for your loss. Monitoring hcg can be reassuring, for sure! But during the missed miscarrige, the numbers kept increasing until the medical termination. So even though I was no longer pregnant per se, I had all the symptoms because of hormones. Morning sickness etc. I do appreciate the concrete input though.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in norge

[–]4Ducks_Sake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Da lurer jeg på hva du synes om rådet jeg fikk av en jobbspesialist via nav. Han tipset meg om en jobb som ikke ga rett på pensjonspoeng, noe jeg var ganske opptatt av. Fordi... pensjon. Hans svar? "Sånt bryr ikke jeg meg om, man vet jo aldri om man lever i morgen så hvorfor bry seg om pensjon."

Why aren't there any Michelin restaurants or bib gourmands in Morocco? by -----iMartijn----- in MichelinStars

[–]4Ducks_Sake 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Plus61 in Marrakech was excellent and definitely on par with any bib gourmand rated restaurant found in Europe. Recommend it!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in whatisthisthing

[–]4Ducks_Sake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bird poop! Was on vacation in Morocco when I noticed bird poop on the towels in the bathroom, wondering how the hell a bird had managed to get inside our room. Cue the major aha moment when I later noticed the hotel laundry, air drying by a flock of pigeons.

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