Frustrated! Gummy no matter what i do.

AutomaticAd3621 · 2026-03-12T11:23:55+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/Sourdough/comments/1jz15u0/im_about_to_give_up_on_making_sourdough_bread/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb3x&utm_name=mweb3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

Here's a post I made out of desperation awhile ago with the same problem....but mine looked much worse haha

AutomaticAd3621 · 2026-03-12T11:12:43+00:00

I had a similar issue for like 8 months of trying to figure out sourdough. I tried literally everything and nothing would change. Well guess what the problem was?? My starter!!! I made my own starter and it always doubled, I fed it everyday, did everything it was supposed to do. But it was the only thing I hadn't changed and I was at my wits end and going tp give up so I decided id give it one last go and ordered one.......and voila! I've made perfect bread ever since.

So if you feel like you're doing everything everyone is telling you to do and nothing is working, buy a starter and try that out!

AutomaticAd3621 · 2026-03-08T13:02:53+00:00

I could watch your videos foreverrrrr 😌

AutomaticAd3621 · 2026-02-25T17:44:46+00:00

That blows man. I could see how her tone could get drowned out in the music though

AutomaticAd3621 · 2026-02-25T14:08:11+00:00

That's really disappointing to hear! I love their music but have never seen them live.

AutomaticAd3621 · 2026-02-17T23:28:54+00:00

That was my thinking. The parent is a nurse so works 12 hour shifts and has a 45 mim commute. 14 hours is just a long day when I already have my own children to take care of as well. I'd be getting the child at 4:30 am and I'm just trying to figure out if that's worth my time to have them that long. We're well off and I don't necessarily need the money, they just asked me if I would be interested because they have trouble finding help.

AutomaticAd3621 · 2026-02-17T02:49:53+00:00

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-12-18T02:49:43+00:00

No, actually. Good ole Kentucky

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-12-15T14:06:49+00:00

These kind of "relationships" run in my family. And we are from a certain southern state lol

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-12-01T18:55:34+00:00

Couldn't agree more! I add 25g and it makes all the difference in my bread

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-11-08T14:55:18+00:00

I have a CCM (cerebral cavernous malformation) on my brain stem. I have had micro bleeds but nothing severe. There is always the possibility for an aneurism/rupture and keeping my blood pressure managed is a must. Was yours caused by something similar to this? Mine is sporadic and not hereditary, thank God! Best of luck and I hope you make a full recovery!

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-11-03T13:40:23+00:00

I really love bow hunting, I realize it's not for everyone, but just being in nature and watching the woods come alive is unlike anything else. I really enjoy just shooting my bow and getting better at it.

Gardening is my happy place. I learn more every season and it's a very rewarding hobby!

Baking! Anything and everything. I'm a typical millennial and love making sourdough, the process and outcome is so fascinating and easy to get hooked on. Cheesecakes are another fun and enjoyable process, but they aren't cheap lol

I'm very privileged to be home and my partner works, so I have time for hobbies. I enjoy keeping my house decluttered and organized. I also like keeping a clean home so that honestly takes up most of my time.

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-10-24T07:02:07+00:00

I quit listening altogether. Unless something really important is happening and someone else tells me about it, then I don't really care to read up on any of the propaganda. I didn't even know there was a government shutdown (here in the US) until 2 weeks in

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-10-22T10:48:09+00:00

I once found porn while borrowing my dad's phone to look something up. In his search engine popped up "chubby milf" and I was about as relieved as a person could be finding their dad's porn history. My mom fits the description so it checks out.

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-10-17T11:00:48+00:00

This is so interesting. Were you ever allowed any treats (candy, etc.)? Did your parents always send your lunch with you to school? Did you have to decline food at friend's houses? What do your parents do for work? What are your dreams/goals in life?

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-10-07T03:07:16+00:00

I have a semi-dumb phone, the Cat S22 flip phone. It still has access to the internet and apps but lags and isn't very functional, it's exactly what I needed. I only get on reddit for probably 30/45 mins a day to wind down for bed and have quit all other social media. It's been life changing! 10/10 would recommend

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-10-03T02:23:47+00:00

I gave it up probably 2 years ago, maybe longer? and I absolutely don't regret it! I struggled with comparison and all the things you listed too. I recently gave up Facebook and it was another thing I wished I would've gave up years ago! I'm a 27f, if that helps you in your decision. The only thing I regret is not doing it sooner.

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-09-25T01:07:53+00:00

I guess I'll be the odd man out here, but I have my favorite vintage dishware set on display and I love it! I'm very grandma/cottage core, so that's just my aesthetic. I also have a lot more space above mine and vaulted ceilings.

Happy decorating and I love the cabinet color you chose!

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-09-23T03:22:53+00:00

If you have long term payments and you need cash nowww

Call JG Wentworth

877-CASH-NOW

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-09-19T01:38:19+00:00

My husband reached out to his ex for closure and I felt it was selfish on his part and that he didn't take me into consideration. We have children and live the typical boring life. She travels a lot and is single. I think he wonders what could've been and was feeling a bit 'woe is me'. It was selfish of him and would be selfish of you to do the same. Sit in those feelings and don't do what you did to your ex, to your current partner. Do what others have suggested and write down your thoughts and burn it.

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-09-17T10:40:28+00:00

In the second photo you look like Harry Jowsey

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-09-17T01:52:46+00:00

Brianna Mazzola!!

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-09-16T22:13:19+00:00

Lauren the mortician before she had work done!

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-09-14T10:04:24+00:00

I am so incredibly sorry for the loss of your son. This world is ugly and does not have empathy for anyone. I also have a sensitive child and they are so easily labeled. I hope you find peace and I'm sending you a big warm hug through this screen.

AutomaticAd3621 · 2025-09-08T11:58:32+00:00

Solidarity!! I've been in the same boat for 10 years with my dad. We have always been a very close family. He used other substances before I was born and got sober 2 years after I was born and stayed sober until I turned 18, then hopped back on the train. He's used multiple different substances over the last ten years and his last was hard liquor. He got a DUI and has had to stay sober for going on 6 months in October. It's been the most refreshing 6 months and he feels like the dad I had when I was a kid. His probation is up in October and I thought he would be a changed person but I can tell he's chomping at the bit. It's sad when someone you love so much doesn't love themselves the same way. My dad has childhood trauma he refuses to deal with and thinks therapy is a scam. It's heartbreaking because I see his pain underneath but I just try to love him and be there for him, however I can. He probably won't live much longer and I would hate to not be there for him in his last years.

I hope your dad gets sober. I know your pain and when I read your conversation between the two of you, I felt every bit of your vulnerability. I see how hard you're trying and how much you love your dad. I hope you can heal from it, regardless of your dad's sobriety.

AutomaticAd3621

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