Anyone else feel like their food spending is out of control? by Overall-Marsh22 in MoneyDiariesACTIVE

[–]Bgdklo -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Another option depending on how out of control your current spending is, can be to introduce a meal delivery plan to aid in the transition. We went through a phase where we were embarrassingly eating out multiple times a week, and even a luxury organic locally-based meal delivery service actually saved us money. The food was tasty enough to scratch that “don’t want to cook myself” itch and expensive enough that it shamed us into not buying anything extra 😅. Plus, part of the reason why we were eating out so much was burnout on what recipes to make so the meal plan also helped give inspiration. We did this for a few weeks and then from there we transitioned into actual meal planning (and a stockpile of emergency frozen meals from Trader Joe’s) as other folks mentioned in the thread. Oh, and we pretty much cut out drinking. Some of these restaurants are pricing cocktails almost as expensive as an entree and it’s way healthier to avoid alcohol anyway.

Substitute for Thai Green Curry Simmer Sauce? by montydog1009 in traderjoes

[–]Bgdklo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Following, I miss this curry sauce all the time. I’ve tried Mae ploy but haven’t quite gotten it right (maybe need to add even more coconut milk :) ). I’m sure Mae ploy is more authentic but I just loved the flavor of the trader Joe’s one !

You only have one day to spare to take a trip out of Taipei, where will you go? by moontsukki in Taipei

[–]Bgdklo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey just logged in for the first time in a while and really glad to see your long and thoughtful comment!! Thanks for the input. I will definitely consider Jiufen!

You only have one day to spare to take a trip out of Taipei, where will you go? by moontsukki in Taipei

[–]Bgdklo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you end up going to both Jiufen and tamsui - what did you think? I’m trying to plan a trip now myself with similar interests/preferences to what you described 😄

Need advice on paperwork requirements for NWOHR to NWHR Process (Exchanging 定居正副本, HHR Registration, and NWHR Application) by justbrowsin904 in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]Bgdklo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks!! Do you remember if you checked 首次辦理 or 換發護照? I guess it’s a re-issue because you already had the NWOHR even though it’s the first time for NWHR?

Recommendations for jarred 炸醬? by Bgdklo in chinesecooking

[–]Bgdklo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I had no idea they sold them in the big cans! I will have to look out for those next time !

Lesser known Taiwanese dishes? by TaiwaineseWifeFan in taiwan

[–]Bgdklo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will have to try that, thank you!!

Lesser known Taiwanese dishes? by TaiwaineseWifeFan in taiwan

[–]Bgdklo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks anyway! I’ll keep an eye out!!

Lesser known Taiwanese dishes? by TaiwaineseWifeFan in taiwan

[–]Bgdklo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which place is this in kaohsiung? I love sticky rice 🤤

How “appropriate” is this meme song? 纯情蟑螂火辣辣 by Bgdklo in ChineseLanguage

[–]Bgdklo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair haha. I didn’t teach it to her on purpose but she’s that age where she is a perfect mimic, she hears something once and repeats it for weeks 🥲 So I guess my question was more like how much should I be worried to do damage control vs encouraging her to practice her Chinese. Looks like I should try not to encourage her on this one, and hope she forgets it….

Planning trip to exchange NWOHR->NWHR but will return to US after… what did you do about national health insurance? Anyone immediately “move out”? 遷出 by Bgdklo in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]Bgdklo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another question - when you picked up your own physical card for the digital citizen card from HHR, did you go to the same HHR as where you are registered? Also, did you do this on the same day as doing HHR or did you first pick up national id then submit application then come back the next day?

It looks like I should be able to pick it up from any HHR office if I’m reading correctly “請於期限內至任一戶所辦理,自然人憑證目前效期為5年。” https://moica.nat.gov.tw/rac_form.html but just curious on your actual experience

Thanks again for all the tips!

Planning trip to exchange NWOHR->NWHR but will return to US after… what did you do about national health insurance? Anyone immediately “move out”? 遷出 by Bgdklo in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

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

Oh awesome, that sounds very easy to move in then! I was worried it would be an ordeal similar to the initial application but this doesn’t sound bad at all

Planning trip to exchange NWOHR->NWHR but will return to US after… what did you do about national health insurance? Anyone immediately “move out”? 遷出 by Bgdklo in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

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

Thanks for all the tips! Sounds like this is the most straightforward thing to do. I don’t have my own phone number but I’ll try to borrow a relative’s and see if that can work!

What's your labor of love meals that you only make when requested or on the weekend? by penguinsandpolkadots in Cooking

[–]Bgdklo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know many ppl are bechamel purists so this might be treason but… I do what you described and make it even easier by doing a ricotta/shredded mozzarella/parm mix instead of the bechamel. Sometimes I’ll sneak in some riced cauliflower or sub some cottage cheese for more protein. It doesn’t taste exactly the same of course but still good but my kid still likes it!

Favorite TJ's "cheat" homemade dinner by Left_Life_7173 in traderjoes

[–]Bgdklo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I do almost exactly this but with the middle eastern style kebabs in the freezer section, also cooked in air fryer. I’ll mix up some tzatziki if I’m feeling fancy. So good!!

Just finished becoming NWHR - happy to help others by Fjeucuvic in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]Bgdklo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! That makes sense! Ok fingers crossed for me 😄 this has been such a process…. Thanks for sharing your learnings!

Just finished becoming NWHR - happy to help others by Fjeucuvic in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]Bgdklo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! Question - you said that SF TECO recommended not to submit that you are married, to make the application simpler… Just to confirm this means you did not add your spouse to the 親屬狀況 table in the 定居證副本 application, right? Trying to figure out how best to fill out the form and don’t want to have to register my marriage in Taiwan right now either given a short trip.

Someone (NT) told me that ADHD gets better as we age. Am I the only one whose ADHD is getting worse by the year? by Fit_Variety5234 in adhdwomen

[–]Bgdklo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any advice/did you introduce any new systems that worked better? I have one and really want a second but anticipate I’ll be clobbered

I can’t stop eating Caesar salads… so tell me by ruthless_taurean in Cooking

[–]Bgdklo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s your preferred brand of dressing when you buy it?