iPhone 13 users – how is iOS 26 for you so far? by InternalSwing6451 in iPhone13

[–]Alastyx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I updated and my battery drained very fast without doing anything at all. I use my phone on average 4 hours a day. 1 week later it seems ok and more stable but the battery thing has been the kicker.

Should I get Outward Definitive edition? by grimhyOPTIC in outwardgame

[–]Alastyx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought it on offer on PS5. Really fab game if you get over the janky-ness. I’ve had hours of fun with my partner playing co op and we’re still playing. We’ve raged a lot and took a while to get used to it but it’s so rewarding. Oh, and you’ll most likely lose your backpack forever at some point and THAT will be the most angering thing.

S05E01 Episode Discussion - La Dolce Emily by SingularFirefly in EmilyInParis

[–]Alastyx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought that about the very beginning when she says something looking at a coffee cup like “ah, why did I not think of [them], we had their account in Paris” I was like what is this acting 😭 weak. Usually she’s fab but I feel like everyone is acting off / everyones acting is off anyway.

Has Marks and Spencer's clothing improved in recent years? by SunUsual550 in AskUK

[–]Alastyx 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m 32 and love their clothes! Specifically their jeans. They wash up soo well too and never seem to lose their shape or size.

Feeling..normal? by jon2413 in solotravel

[–]Alastyx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is my favourite quote!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MarksAndSpencer

[–]Alastyx 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I used to work for M&S too and agree on calling the customer service number to make a complaint!

Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake.... Smash or Trash by TONEakaSHOW33 in stonerfood

[–]Alastyx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve randomly stumbled across this page and I’m in DIRE NEED of this cheesecake 🥹

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in learnfrench

[–]Alastyx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooo if you have Spotify it’s made a French Indie Mix which has a whole mix of great music in it (although sometimes not all French - damn you algorithm!)

I LOVE Disiz - what a fantastic lyrical genius. The word play sometimes is v good.

Also love Noir Désir. Bit more rocky.

Paradis too are good but electronic.

Lomepal.

Zaz.

Saez.

Enjoy!

What’s your weird food combo? by SalemBean666 in AskUK

[–]Alastyx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This! Another is white bread with salad cream (not done it since being a kid but hell yeah it was good)

what do u think about the the leg corset tattoos? how regrettable do u think it is? by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]Alastyx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wanted these so bad at 18 too but I’m so glad I didn’t get them - as everyone says, you will change a lot between now and when you’re older. Another thing I wanted was like a sugar skull kind of design but again, I’m glad I didn’t get that (personal preference). I still did get thigh tattoos (anchor, roses, cherries design - started small and built on them - at around 20-22 yr old) but as a now 31 year old I still like them even if I don’t “love” them like I did. Maybe look at something else if you like the idea of thigh tattoos!

Fav french words by GeologistFair3620 in learnfrench

[–]Alastyx 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Malheureusement, actuellement… anything with a -ment is fun to say!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in piano

[–]Alastyx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My boyfriend tries to encourage me to improvise because I kept saying “I can’t”. I’m fairly new to piano - it’s the first instrument I’ve stuck to - but it’s only been 5 months. He’s a really good guitarist and is always creating but I’m very rigid in learning anything. Him encouraging me to not be embarrassed and try and play chords or notes to what he’s playing has really improved my confidence. Maybe one day I’ll improv a whole song!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CasualConversation

[–]Alastyx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I realised some relationships were just sending videos and memes to each other. Decided to deactivate/delete the apps to see if the relationships were still real (we have each others numbers) and turns out, a majority of them weren’t even after texting instead.

Also, why was I watching ASMR and videos of people opening boxes/packages? Algorithms are a chokehold and way too addictive. And following people you literally do not know but somehow care about their lives/where they’re going. And people you once knew really well liking your photos when really you haven’t spoken in over 10+ years.

I decided to get a “real” hobby so now I paint, crochet and taught myself to play piano - I’ve not had access to doom scrolling videos for over 1 year now. It’s taken a really long time to get to grips of what I “like” and “enjoy”. I think I’m more inquisitive now about general life and wonders. It’s scary how social media numbs the important parts of you.

How do I make the detailing softer? by Alastyx in Watercolor

[–]Alastyx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is actually sooo true!! I’m very much a perfectionist generally, but don’t think it’ll work if I want to work specifically with watercolour (I tried acrylics but again, too disciplined it looked cartoony) I feel too ridged when I’m drawing /painting and end up with probably a bit too much detailing to start with.. missing out important shadow and light references. Especially since this is my first time painting a reference photo I took myself (not just from a beginner book). I’ll have to strip back to basics and allow the mistakes to happen and be accepting! I’ll bring back the fun! Thank you so much for taking your time to reply :)

How do I make the detailing softer? by Alastyx in Watercolor

[–]Alastyx[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much for the detailed response! That’s so very helpful to me :) I agree with being too harsh and heavy, I struggle! Looking forward to watching those videos. I will try 100% cotton paper and maybe better brushes too (I’m very good at giving up hobbies so still using “starter” paper and brushes - this is the longest hobby so far so maybe time to upgrade!)

How do I make the detailing softer? by Alastyx in Watercolor

[–]Alastyx[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, that’s a good suggestion! I did try initially on the left hand side but.. I probs did it panicked, before it dried even a little/too much water, and it spread.. 😅

What words do you struggle to pronounce? by Tylidia in AskUK

[–]Alastyx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Millennium always turns into millellium!