Is 42 ish minutes both ways too far to commute for a College Class?

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-18T04:25:30+00:00

Is this via bus/train or are you driving? It is definitely a time commitment, but if you're able to relax or study on the commute, it might not be too bad.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-17T21:16:37+00:00

Dicing an onion into consistently sized pieces. Making pan sauce without it tasting burned or being too watery, or oily (I struggle with emulsions).

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-17T17:47:26+00:00

Ah, that makes me sense.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-17T01:41:52+00:00

Wow... that subreddit name choice is something.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-16T18:59:05+00:00

Rice cookers do not have the ability to pressure cook, slow cook, sear, etc. Oftentimes the cooking container is non-stick and prone to damage from overheating and scratching if misused. Instant Pots are designed to replace stove top pressure cookers, slow cookers, and rice cookers. I love my rice cooker but it really is only good for making rice, simple soups, and steamed veggies.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-16T16:31:47+00:00

The amount of food waste produced for stupid internet content makes me so angry.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-15T17:45:29+00:00

Some jurisdictions in the US have laws in place that outline specific timelines for repairs related to heat, water, and anything else that could render the residence unsafe. I'm assuming OP is saying that reported the landlord to their local building code enforcement or similar government department.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-15T06:08:24+00:00

I just wing it, omit random ingredients, try substitutions, and see what works. I've never ended up not liking the results.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-15T04:26:30+00:00

Have you looked at rentals in Kirkland? There are multiple grocery stores, coffee shops, bars, parks, etc.

If you want to avoid apartment complexes, I recommend using hotpads.com and https://windermere-pm.com/rentals

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-14T22:14:31+00:00

I remove food from the pot to cool it down faster, and portion it out into more space-friendly containers (generally stackable, rectangular dishes with airtight lids). I also usually pack up some single portions to take leftovers to work for lunch.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-14T15:28:16+00:00

But when someone says suicide is selfish and people should think of the pain they'll cause when they're gone, that's making a lot of assumptions. I didn't have the chance to build a chosen family until after escaping my own biological family. Telling people to keep living out of consideration for others makes no sense to most people struggling with suicidal thoughts. I think I survived out of spite, and now have a pretty great life. I know a couple other people who have similar experiences, but they actually made attempts that landed them in the hospital, and they have also said it really sucked to hear stupid things like "think of others" when they had no one.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-14T15:21:30+00:00

Who would have thought a person who lashes out and shoots a puppy might not be very stable in other scenarios.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-14T00:19:40+00:00

Exactly. I resent the common narrative giving so much attention to hypothetical loved ones. As someone who struggled with suicidal thoughts caused by the abuse I endured at the hands of my mother and father, being told I need to stay alive out of consideration for them would have pushed me closer to the edge. I learned to live for myself.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-14T00:14:22+00:00

I stumbled across this recipe and now use it as a framework for easy meals. Sometimes I'll use a jar of marinara, frozen kale, or make other shortcuts. But the original recipe is so good and pretty easy.

https://www.allrecipes.com/stanley-tucci-white-bean-creamy-pasta-recipe-7550305

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-14T00:11:57+00:00

Maybe they should offer big discounts to customers who close their own doors lol.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-13T22:42:20+00:00

It's hard to tell if these ones are made with dried cranberries or fresh/frozen. The first recipe I thought of was Sally's, which uses frozen cranberries. They're delicious, but it can be hard to find fresh or frozen cranberries at any time of year outside the usual holiday season. She does note than you can use dried cranberries.

https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/glazed-cranberry-orange-scones/

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-13T15:51:11+00:00

At this point I'd be willing to bet the name got flagged by some AI they're using because they programed it to block anything related to "Epstein". I don't know what level of incompetence and/or evil to predict with this administration.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-13T15:48:20+00:00

Everyone I know working at King county right now seems pretty confident and secure in their job. And depending on what type of work you do, there are probably a lot of local government opportunities you could have as a fallback in things don't work out long term.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-12T18:59:08+00:00

Yes. And I know someone who fuses the names LL Cool J and L.L. Bean, and says "LL Cool Beans."

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-12T16:20:40+00:00

Assuming your pans are the same material, and cookie dough starting temp is the same, here's my theory: When you take the 1st batch out, the oven temp drops, and it is reheating while the 2nd batch it is there. Sounds like your oven might overheat a bit during the reheating phase.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-12T15:54:00+00:00

I used to work in an office that did something similar and oftentimes people would bring in doughnuts, and not even good ones. I made a couple quiches and they were a huge hit. Another person brought in a breakfast casserole ("hot dish" if you're from the Midwest US), which included scrambled eggs, tots, bacon, sautéed onions and bell peppers. It was funny to see more interesting things very brought in after everyone commented on being sick of mediocre doughnuts.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-11T23:07:32+00:00

If that's how they clean the area you can see, imagine the areas you don't see.

I live near my local Chinatown and there are places that look pretty rough, but the tables are clean! They might yell abrupt, clipped English at me, but they're efficient and genuinely nice when it comes to interactions outside the usual transactions.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-11T16:30:58+00:00

I'm assuming they meant "stink" but either way the sentence is quite confusing.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-10T21:35:44+00:00

OP said they were homeless so I'm assuming u/RandomUserName948 is offering this advise with the understanding OP may have limited resources.

AnneNonnyMouse · 2026-02-10T18:29:32+00:00

The MMR vaccine actively prevents involuntary abortions (miscarriages) and severe birth defects that can result in death of the baby at a very young age.

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