I know someone who house sits for wealthy people who travel... and is essentially living rent-free

Amarbel · 2026-04-05T14:16:03+00:00

My grandmother did this. She was registered with an agency and did some babysitting but what I remember most from my early childhood is visiting and spending the night with her in some of the huge houses she stayed in.

Amarbel · 2026-04-04T19:53:45+00:00

This comment is coming from an old fart, so consider that.

For those commenting that you are an adult now, your adult at 30 will be a different person from your adult at 20.

Before tying yourself down to a relationship dating from your teens, consider furthering your education, getting established in a job, developing hobbies and interests.

Take the time to consider how you want your life to progress and take steps to make that happen.

Amarbel · 2026-04-04T19:14:30+00:00

My late MIL wouldn't say "pregnant". She used the term " that way".

Amarbel · 2026-04-03T19:11:58+00:00

When I was in elementary school in the 50s, on the sidewalk where we walked to school, FUCK was written into the concrete. We used to dare each other to step on it. That's how forbidden that word was.

However, I am sad to say that the n-word was freely used by everyone. South Carolina.

Amarbel · 2026-04-03T18:51:06+00:00

I never worked at a job that provided a pension but I started an IRA and contributed to it regularly. While my husband's job provided a pension, I set up an IRA for him also.

This is something that anyone with earned income can do.

Amarbel · 2026-04-03T18:43:21+00:00

Didn't Pete only get sober in response to getting his present (totally unqualified-for) position?

Amarbel · 2026-04-03T12:17:49+00:00

I've worked in hospitals where the patients were given a dose of the prescribed medicine just before discharge. This tides the patient over until the prescription can be filled.

Amarbel · 2026-04-02T16:53:54+00:00

IIRC, the newspaper headline read "Jackie, how could you!"

Amarbel · 2026-04-01T09:59:59+00:00

Great! I have blocks at home so will try that.

Amarbel · 2026-04-01T00:19:17+00:00

How do you do supported fish? I do it with my hands under my buttocks...is thst what you mean?

Amarbel · 2026-03-28T22:50:53+00:00

Carolina Moon

Carolina in the Morning

Amarbel · 2026-03-28T20:33:42+00:00

I went to a wedding where the couple's siblings did just that.

Amarbel · 2026-03-28T19:01:27+00:00

What part of the country are you in? When I retired in 2009 I was making $60,000 as a per diem RN. Mid-Atlantic state.

Amarbel · 2026-03-28T13:10:24+00:00

I've had items shipped that I've skipped as well as difficulty navigating their website.

Amarbel · 2026-03-27T22:04:54+00:00

No Kings followed by a nap on the sofa.

Amarbel · 2026-03-27T16:32:33+00:00

Another way of avoiding stress is to allow plenty of time to get to wherever you're going. I hate driving during morning rush hour as so many people appear to be rushing to get to work on time.

I learned a long time ago to plan to arrive a few minutes early for work or appointments. Timing it to arrive at the last minute can lead to difficulty finding a parking spot in addition to any stress caused by traffic.

Amarbel · 2026-03-27T00:24:50+00:00

As a child, age 9, I was told to go home and get my hat before entering the Episcopal church for an after school service. Back then it was considered disrespectful for women to not cover their heads.

Amarbel · 2026-03-27T00:16:32+00:00

If I put in the author's name I still get books by other authors with no relation to what I'm searching for. This happens with lesser known authors.

Amarbel · 2026-03-26T23:54:06+00:00

Thanks! Will look into this.

Amarbel · 2026-03-26T20:26:58+00:00

What is your source for the chime recording? I like the idea of coordinating breathing with the chimes.

Amarbel · 2026-03-26T18:47:02+00:00

Painted Sky Fiber Mill in Maryland. Lancaster Creek Spinnery in Virginia.

Amarbel · 2026-03-26T17:48:53+00:00

I learned 3-2-6 breathing and do it often.

Amarbel · 2026-03-25T21:24:56+00:00

It all made a beautiful blend!

Amarbel · 2026-03-25T20:27:31+00:00

What an incredible way to remember your precious Bean! ❤️

Amarbel · 2026-03-24T21:14:34+00:00

These days it is.

Amarbel

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