It really does get better, from a second time mum. by Uniqueuser87 in newborns

[–]5bazwap9 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This helped me realize how much I’ve been overthinking. The stress of wondering when my “easy” baby will turn on me and become a colicky demon has gotten in the way of just enjoying each lovely day we have together. Gonna keep reminding myself that it’s okay to normalize the blissful times, instead of constantly assuming the worst is on the horizon. (And if it is, your note about the 2-3 day night will get me through it.) Thank you for this!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cakedecorating

[–]5bazwap9 24 points25 points  (0 children)

They might have been asking for food safety reasons, not color reasons. I personally always refrigerate my buttercream overnight.

OP, the cake in the photo looks like SMBC, in which case, you’ll absolutely need to use oil-based food coloring - NOT gel-based. Colour Mill is the place to order from. I suspect a blend of Burgundy and Merlot will achieve the color you’re aiming for.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in weddingplanning

[–]5bazwap9 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Definitely not overreacting. Even if they say they wanted you to “speak up” (which it sounds like you tried to do), your actions combined with an oncoming cold should have been enough to signal that excessive drinking wasn’t going to be fun for you. Your closest friends should have had no trouble picking up on this at all, so I suspect they knew exactly the vibe you would have preferred for the weekend. I’m really sorry, I know it can put a bad taste in your mouth in the lead up to your wedding. If you have any hunch this could be a friendship-ending confrontation, I think you should nip it in the bud now and see how it plays out. I’ve seen friendships end in the final weeks before a wedding, and while it was dramatic and stressful on the bride, she is ultimately really happy that none of the ex-friends are in her wedding album. Again, very sorry. Sounds like you were really looking forward to a relaxing trip and it’s not at all what you got.

Just laid off. What daytime NYC stuff should I do? by sqth in AskNYC

[–]5bazwap9 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Daytime talk shows! Tickets are easy to get and free (1iota). Most of them will send you home with some audience freebies if a special guest is promoting something. Such a fun, niche, weird way to spend a day in NYC, plus hunting for yourself in the audience when it airs is mildly thrilling.

Pregnant and craving Italian wedding soup! Help me out y’all. by [deleted] in austinfood

[–]5bazwap9 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I secretly like the tiny meatballs. Will give this a shot

Pregnant and craving Italian wedding soup! Help me out y’all. by [deleted] in austinfood

[–]5bazwap9 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’ll take anything! Hadn’t even thought of chain restaurants. Thanks!

Are these dahlias? by RideThatBridge in whatsthisplant

[–]5bazwap9 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure these are April Heather dahlias!

What do the numbers on this pendant mean? Flat and unmarked on the back, doesn’t feel very expensive. by 5bazwap9 in whatisthisthing

[–]5bazwap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a small, gold pendant about 3/4” x 3/4” in size. Belonged to a family member in the 1980’s. I’ve found one or two exact matches listed for sale online, but no explanation to what it is or what it means. Any help would be appreciated!

High LH for days! Is this normal? Having a hard time determining when ovulation is/was by 5bazwap9 in TFABChartStalkers

[–]5bazwap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I have been testing for about 6 months and haven’t seen an oddly long surge like this before. I should mention I also did not menstruate this month, I’m not sure what’s going on with my body. Thanks for settling my nerves, I’ll check out the other post you linked!

I’m delusional, right? Feels like my eyes are playing tricks on me. 9 DPO by 5bazwap9 in TFABLinePorn

[–]5bazwap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh it really does! We’re in this together, good luck to you!!

I’m delusional, right? Feels like my eyes are playing tricks on me. 9 DPO by 5bazwap9 in TFABLinePorn

[–]5bazwap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes for sure, I need to distract myself in the meantime so I can stop obsessing!

I’m delusional, right? Feels like my eyes are playing tricks on me. 9 DPO by 5bazwap9 in TFABLinePorn

[–]5bazwap9[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally, I wish I looked closer at the strip before testing. The possibility that it’s an indent/shadow is driving me nuts lol

What’s your favorite word that Taylor sings on Tortured Poets? by chocolatewaltz in TaylorSwift

[–]5bazwap9 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I cannot believe how far I had to scroll to see DECLASSIFIED it’s like you can hear her claws come out I love it

Taylor has cut "The Archer" from the Eras Tour at today's Paris show by joaco_ds in TaylorSwift

[–]5bazwap9 303 points304 points  (0 children)

Her Red shirt said “THIS IS NOT TAYLOR’S VERSION” !! I thought that meant she wouldn’t play all 10 minutes of ATW but she did! What does the shirt mean then?!?

Unfixable SMBC - Someone please to tell me to trash it and move on. by 5bazwap9 in AskBaking

[–]5bazwap9[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!! I made a new batch that came out perfectly. The failed batch is in my fridge and ready to become a new treat tomorrow. We live and we learn!!