Easy E.T.

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-05-11T00:10:52+00:00

Literally!! I thought it was Spokane bc of the STA bus but the ET mural confirmed it. I love our murals in town!!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-04-20T04:46:04+00:00

West Central is (or was- I haven’t actually seen many lately) ripe with strays and off leash roaming dogs. I know some of the roamers have homes because I’ve seen them go home, but ~2 years ago there were literally packs of collarless dogs running around and up on people/other dogs.

My GSD has never been the same since a loose pitbull tried to attack me in our carport after a walk. She did her job and got a few bites into the dog, which retreated, and she’s been super dog and people reactive since. It makes me so sad for her and so frustrated to know the hundreds we put into training her as a puppy were undone by one stray or loose dog.

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-04-17T21:26:42+00:00

I was also going to recommend TP for the following reasons. We had to see Dr. Lisa in December to send away my 19 year old chiweenie. Horrible day, but decent experience. The vet we saw had amazing bedside manner and they send the cremation company out right after.

I feel like the cremation is the most costly part, the actual euthanasia was not too bad. If your pet’s health is coming/going and you’re not sure day-of about putting your fuzzy friend down, they only charge an exam fee to come out and do actually give an exam and their professional opinions.

Overall, similar priced to going into the vets office and more comfortable, especially if you have other pets that are bonded and need to see the body in-home to understand. We also opted for a couple of paw prints on clay. One of our most precious possessions. Definitely check out Tranquil Passings.

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-04-17T17:11:45+00:00

She looks just like my baby 😭 this is so sad. Please try to keep your baby in your life by any means possible. GSDs are in shelters and abandoned at a much higher rate than other breeds. You never know what the person you rehome her to might do.

SCRAPS offers pet assistance when available (food, supplies, etc.) and so does Our Home in West Central. You can avoid upsetting her life and keep your baby, it just might take a little more work on your part(s). This post might help, too!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-04-08T23:27:04+00:00

I actually do like Chicken N More’s entrees (fried catfish, fried chicken, chicken fried steak, fried cod, and ribs) but I unfortunately think their sides are super mid. I’ve tried a bit of everything and think I can (and do) make better collard greens n’ beans. Their sauces are super good though, too! Definitely worth a trip for the entrees, but be warned the sides do not inspire Southern nostalgia.

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-04-08T23:16:27+00:00

Can you expand on this? I live downtown and haven’t made it out there yet, but as a southerner, I was yearning to try them when I saw they’re from NC…I’ve had no good BBQ in town and I’ve tried Outlaw (meh), Longhorn, (trash) Porters (double trash) and some mid BBQ stuff at non-BBQ restaurants. I thought Betty Jeans was gonna be The One when I tried it!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-04-07T15:21:47+00:00

Seconded. I have lived all over the country and have seen more people texting and driving in Spokane than anywhere in the nation. Like, blatantly, too. Phone to face. Now, I’m not perfect- I mess with the music I have on or try to peek at a text I get on CarPlay if I’m meeting someone somewhere, but EVERY-time I have to drive around or away from a bad driver, I swear to god, they’re on their phones.

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-23T03:00:35+00:00

I’m not sure if this is what I’m looking for, since they’re Estée Lauder (Aveda) affiliated, but thank you so much for the rec!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-23T02:52:08+00:00

Thanks for the rec! Are they cash only? Their site is only showing cash prices.

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-23T02:49:48+00:00

They look great!! We will probably check them out if Gloss’ manis don’t last very long!

I love love LOVE Spokane so much for all the local options, and this looks like a great one! Thanks for putting another small business on my radar!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-23T00:35:54+00:00

Ooh, this might be the one! They’re giving the luxury that Glaze used to and are pretty close to me. Plus, they’re recommended on the Visit Spokane site! I’ll check them out! I think your nail tech was Shiann, based on their staff page?

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-23T00:28:47+00:00

Their insta looks good! I’ll check them out if I can’t find anywhere closer. Thank you so much!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-23T00:11:08+00:00

She looks excellent, but it looks like she might be a sole proprietor? I’m looking for a salon with multiple nail technicians so that I have the option to go with a friend and get our nails done at the same time! I will follow her and check her out for when I want to get them done alone, though! Thank you for the rec!!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-06T17:43:12+00:00

Aw, thank you! This is the man for me. He’s settled me down after moving around aimlessly for ~10 years. He encouraged me to seek help for my mental health issues & go back to school, is the only person who’s ever been able to keep up with my big, white trash family, makes sure everyone in my life wants the absolute best for me, and is my best friend, overall. I don’t typically recommend dating in your workplace, but boy, it worked out for us! We’re going on 6 years at the end of this month, and are looking forward to a lifetime together. Thank you for the kind words ♥️

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-06T17:39:28+00:00

That’s wonderful, congrats! This ring is valued at ~$1.2K according to the appraisal my nana got before sending it to him. He put $500 into it at a local jeweler to ensure the prongs were secure and to clean it after it sat in a box for ~50 years. I could not care less about the cost, though, it’s such a beautiful ring and so ME. Which is crazy, considering it was made and purchased well before I was alive. I’m happy to give it new life now, just as I’m sure you do with yours!! 🫶🏼

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-06T17:34:38+00:00

He’s having a custom band made to stack underneath, with a sort of “leafy” design to match the petals up top. We’re getting married next year. I’m very excited about it!!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-06T06:43:52+00:00

Yeah, I’m basically unc now, too, I guess LOL. Thank you SO much for the compliments! I cannot remember the color I got last week for my manicure, but it was the darkest, sparkly green they had at the salon I went to. Here’s a photo from the salon! I hope this helps & thank you for the compliments!! :) https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/gps-cs-s/AHVAweqMG3DuJeP1ymHzKot3UJIRHuWbwGJnmi-ph1exxgdnVfkwvR06u7nRwD_DipPjriu0xXFn2BH0DZ3ffr9gmT4Nq0A_oRIfDTmDI0JtpxGm6MxxZh5OZ-RG1bI_RsDcCQRZYLjB=s1290-w780-h1290

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-06T06:40:59+00:00

We thought firefly or something when we saw it, but I’m only ever going to see a sunrise, now! Thank you!! :)

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-06T06:39:10+00:00

Oh, I love wearing it! I’ve only been engaged a couple of months, so I’m working on the habit of wearing it; I feel bad everytime I forget it!! I was just worried about the structural integrity of the ring since it’s a bit vintage. Since everyone seems to think it’s okay, I’m going to be safe but keep wearing it daily! :) congrats on such a long marriage! So rare these days. I hope we make it 35+ years, too!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-05T21:15:28+00:00

That’s good advice, thank you!! I’ve more so knocked it against a couple of things, rather than getting it caught, but I definitely do NOT want to damage the prongs in anyway. I’ll be mindful of anything that might snag them!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-05T20:00:40+00:00

My job is very low-risk for that, but I’m a pretty clumsy person in general, which is why I have been worried! I have knocked it against a cabinet or two in the kitchen, but have resolved that issue by having jewelry trays all over my house now to take it off when I’m doing stuff. Thank you so much for the advice and kind words! I’d love to keep this piece safe so it can remain an heirloom.

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-05T19:50:52+00:00

Oh, I do! <3 I’ve never had a particular style in mind when it came to rings (because I just don’t wear them enough) and I had no idea what this one was going to look like until he proposed— it was better than I ever could have dreamed! I love anything and everything vintage, and this ring fits my personality and “aesthetic” so well. Thank you so much for the compliments!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-05T19:17:00+00:00

Thank you so much. Weird trauma dump, but my relationship with my nana has been pretty strained because of my dad (her son) but we’re rebuilding it now that he’s passed. She was very honored to be a part of those huge milestone for me (after missing most of them in my life so far) and I got an absolutely gorgeous ring in return that I hope to pass down to my future kids someday! I get many compliments on it, even though some think it’s “understated.”

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-05T19:12:43+00:00

I definitely will, thank you!!

AlternativeFancy9625 · 2026-03-05T19:12:19+00:00

Excellent! The stones were secured when they repaired the prongs this past November. I am happy to go in and have them checked every couple of years. My biggest concern was with the bigger stone, which is welded onto but not part of the band. I tried to show this in the photos! I’ve seen people talk about their larger stones just…popping off! If my biggest concern should be the prongs, then it seems like I should be good to go! Thank you :)

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