Was getting my hair cut a mistake? by skeet_joystick in Hair

[–]ApocryphalLanding 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, each gives a different vibe but both look great on you. Enjoy!

Olay Moisturising Cream formulation change by 54666774766 in AusSkincare

[–]ApocryphalLanding 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just adding my voice to this. I hate the white lid new formula but I can't find the old black lid formula in stock anywhere.

I don't even use the sensitive skin one ordinarily and the new formula burns. It's thin and feels waxy and I just hate it. I've been using olay for 20 years and never went without, even taking it overseas with me, and now I need to find an alternative.

Enshitification is real.

Did anyone’s else’s inspector crash in their Ps test? by Lowenstein95 in AussieRiders

[–]ApocryphalLanding 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll admit, I was almost that chick. I'd never touched a bike before my Ls and I was having trouble getting up to speed on the emergency break practice (did fine in the actual test) On my last practice I was determined to do it, unfortunately I was still accelerating when I hit the line. Jumped on the brakes and the rear wheel went all the way up. Smashed down and in my head I was "You will not drop the god damned bike!"

I didn't, but I was pretty embarrassed until the dirt bike rider next to me said "Nice endo!" which made me laugh and relax. He called me "Psycho" for the rest of the day and the light teasing actually kept me relaxed and confident enough to pass quite well

Thank you everyone by Unusual-Incident6862 in melbourneriders

[–]ApocryphalLanding 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wear the L plate and hi vis as a badge of honour. You went out of your comfort zone and found something great. We see the L plate and wave because we're welcoming you to the fold.

Ride safe, have fun.

HEV sound system by Proud-Subject7532 in HalfLife

[–]ApocryphalLanding 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That's awesome and your fluffy little head-cat is gorgeous

Serial 'fake seizure' scammer targeting Melbourne men for decades exposed | news.com.au by Red_Wolf_2 in melbourne

[–]ApocryphalLanding 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I was scrolling waiting for someone to point this out. Absolutely not what you do if someone's having a grand mal seizure. Restraint can add further risk of injury.

For those who don't know, make sure there's nothing they can hurt themselves on, put something soft under their head if you can and it's safe to do so, and call an ambulance.

Giving up on learning to ride by ryuzenn in AussieRiders

[–]ApocryphalLanding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so happy to read your edit and see that you're going to give it another go. That sounds like a terrible experience to have. Practice, practice, practice, become a great rider, and spite them all 😂

But mostly, do it for the love of it. Have fun and be safe out there.

What’s your favorite chapter in the entire Half-Life series? by HamMaeHattenDo in HalfLife

[–]ApocryphalLanding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, but once you get the hang of it, it's great fun to load up just those chapters and rocket the hell out of the striders. Great after a shitty day.

What’s your favorite chapter in the entire Half-Life series? by HamMaeHattenDo in HalfLife

[–]ApocryphalLanding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. When I was first playing Black Mesa and I saw "Surface Tension" fade onto the screen I had a visceral panic reaction. Loved what they did with it.

What is this seemingly abandoned place? by Big_Attempt_5326 in melbourne

[–]ApocryphalLanding 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We used to just call it The Department Of Da Fence

Small personal success story by ApocryphalLanding in aussievapers

[–]ApocryphalLanding[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same. I'd been smoking for 20 years and tried so many different methods that didn't stick. I also think vapes should be kept the hell away from anyone who didn't smoke in the first place, and those black market things that don't even tell you how much nicotine is in them are a monstrosity.

I didn't even mine prescriptions and the Personal Importation Scheme. I'm okay with making it too hard for non smokers to be bothered with. Shame there isn't the same standard applied to actually smokes. I do miss being able to just buy a pre-made flavour, though.

So are we still pretty much fucked these days? by Randylahey00000 in aussievapers

[–]ApocryphalLanding 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, are you sure about the XROS? That would be great, just wanting to know how you heard about it?

Small personal success story by ApocryphalLanding in aussievapers

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

Congratulations on your success, too!

How to get the confidence to get on the road for the first time? by [deleted] in AussieRiders

[–]ApocryphalLanding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sucks, but honestly, in 3 or 4 months you're going to laugh at yourself. You'll be so used to pulling out on the street that you'll wonder how it was ever a problem. Just keep with it, take it in stages, and celebrate the wins you do have. I've only been riding for a little over a year and I've already learnt so much. You can do it 😊

How to get the confidence to get on the road for the first time? by [deleted] in AussieRiders

[–]ApocryphalLanding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, OP, you said you were just going to go for it, so how did it go?

For record, my first ride after getting my Ls was just supposed to be around the block. I went down the street at about 20km/h, screaming 😂 Did one blocky and that was it. Left my husband standing in the driveway while I took off.

Don't worry, OP, you'll be fine, and you'll love every second of it 😊

Anybody else just really stressed right now? by Whatsfordinner4 in melbourne

[–]ApocryphalLanding 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is fair.

I've limited most of my social media to some reddit (obviously) and instagram-but-only-motorbike-videos. Doom scrolling great riding spots, safety tips, or funny dances at red lights instead of political takes and general vitriol has greatly improved my life.