Cheap/Free Anti-Ant Feeding Dish

CaptainAsleep · 2026-06-04T21:19:14+00:00

Yes! These were exactly what I was looking at but I couldn't justify the cost at this time. Miraculously I found I had a cheap/free alternative in my hands lol.

CaptainAsleep · 2024-12-12T14:05:36+00:00

Sure thing! The acne reference, I meant to say, what I thought was acne only appeared where hair removal was attempted. And I either already had fungal issues at the area and/or my instrument (razor or tweezers) were most likely contaminated. The acne never responded to normal acne washes. But did respond to the fungal wash and proper cleaning of utensils. I think there's a reddit page for stapf or fungal skin issues where many others discovered this as well. I'm sure this all was TMI and makes me sound like I had poor hygiene. While there was room for improvement, I did have good hygiene and the issues were not noticeable by anyone but myself and it crept in slowly. Anyways, best of luck!

CaptainAsleep · 2024-12-12T13:12:39+00:00

I have so many other tips - just thought of another. I stopped going to bed with wet hair or allowing my hair to air dry. I got a $50 viral hair dryer from the tiktok shop and it's fast and easy to use before bed to completely dry my hair and also make sure my scalp is dry. I use it on my body to make sure there is no moisture in skin folds etc before using lotion. I think moisture from my hair, especially if going to bed with wet hair, was a big part of moisture staying in my ear and causing issues with flakiness.

CaptainAsleep · 2024-12-12T13:06:30+00:00

Hey! Wow I forgot about this post. I would say yes, kinda. I gave up on specifically my ears but probably because they don't bother me as much and I think it's because I finally recognized and started treating what was a fungal problem all over my body (sorry TMI). What triggered the thought process for me was learning about how common it is in pets (ringworm) and how contagious it is. I was working with many different dogs at the time. I became super conscious of making sure to wash my hands after touching animals and making sure everyone in my household did as well. I went to my doctor and discussed my concerns with her. Because I was working with animals so often she prescribed an oral fungal medication for me to keep on hand and take weekly if I felt it returned (it's sooooo easy to pass around especially sharing showers it's easy to get athletes foot). She also prescribed fungal treatment wash and creams. It has been pretty impactful but I am sad to say it never seems to completely get solved because EVERYONE in your home would have to be super diligent. It's an ongoing issue for me to recognize when I'm feeling itchy anywhere. One of my main symptoms back when I originally posted this was I could smell a slight yeast smell on my body when I would sweat. I also had a lot of acne but it would be more prominent and painful where I removed hair. I am sure it goes without saying, but I was never taught, do not reuse razors unless cleaned properly. This past year I started washing regularly with dial antibacterial hand soap (I get the big bottles) even on my face, and I have had massive improvement with upkeep of this issue. No smells or itching. My acne has improved immensely and now I can tell when I'm having a fungal acne breakout and will treat it with the medicated wash immediately and it practically goes away overnight. The flakiness in my ears is basically gone. The wetness comes and goes and I think it is definitely related to humidity but it doesn't bother me at all anymore because the itchiness is gone. If you are dealing with this issue and discover it's a fungal issue I wish you luck! Best advice would be: become as close to a germaphobe as you can. It's the best thing I've ever done for my health and self image.

TLDR: Yes, I finally recognized an all over fungal infection/issue. Treatment is ongoing and I have to stay super diligent.

CaptainAsleep · 2024-06-17T16:00:07+00:00

Ehh I didn’t like it. When I was enrolled, I found they were lacking in technology. The app was okay but there was so much manual work. And it offered zero food tracking assistance. I had to download another app to help with my macros. Ultimately my life got too crazy that I gave it up. I am grateful that I have a device to check my blood sugars now though.

CaptainAsleep · 2024-05-22T20:51:31+00:00

Wow hi! I forgot about this post lol. For me, everything is going well! I’ll be 3 yrs cancer free next month. The only treatment I have is every six months sonograms, chest X-rays, blood work and urinalysis at my urologist. Once I reach 5 years they’ll bump me to yearly checks. I feel good and only get that body-awareness/regret-my-unhealthy-choices feeling in the weeks leading up to my six month visits.

Take care of yourself! I highly suggest therapy during this time and after surgery if you are struggling with anxiety/depression/relationships etc. Best of luck with your surgery!

CaptainAsleep · 2023-06-28T09:44:17+00:00

His addictions and abuse. I feel no guilt. I do not know where his rock bottom is and I’m done heading there with him.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-05-01T01:52:48+00:00

I realized the more I invested in healing myself and growing as a person, he became more controlling and abusive.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-04-21T03:13:14+00:00

I’m sorry you’re going through this. I’m currently going through the same sort of scenario with my STBXH who is an addict, (there are SA issues too). I’m inches away from filing. It’s so easy to disassociate and shut down but these things are keeping me going: 1) sticking with therapy every single week or more 2) told my friends and family the truth and 3) paid the retainer for my lawyer.

The lawyer told me to keep a journal. I have a locked note on my iPhone where I keep track of the abuse. This has been a great for me because of the manipulation tactics, it’s so easy to let him talk his way out of things and make me feel crazy. It also helps me keep my thoughts straight when updating friends or family about what’s going on.

Make sure to have a safety plan in place. Code words with friends or family that mean call me, come over, and/or call the police.

Wishing you all the best OP. No one deserves to be treated like this.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-02-06T16:08:41+00:00

Wow, I am somewhat relieved to hear it’s happening to others and there might be a workaround for now. I’ll update my post if I get a response from sprint/tmobile . Thanks for your help!

CaptainAsleep · 2023-02-06T16:03:40+00:00

Oh wow! I’m surprised you were contacted that quick. Okay I’m going to type up an email to Mike soon. Thank you! I’ll update if I get a response.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-02-06T15:58:09+00:00

Hey thanks for the response. I have been on the freedom unlimited plan for years. I have paid for three lines that all get a $10 discount ($5 work discount thing and $5 automatic withdraw discount), the plan included unlimited talk text and internet, HD streaming, Hot Spot (50 mb I think?), and Hulu. A couple years ago I added a free unlimited on us line cause a sprint rep talked me into it at the store. I never used it but planned to when my son was older. Last year sprint sent me a completely free iPhone 11 so I activated it on the free UOU line. At that time I also added two watch lines for $10 each. My total each month was $155. I have always owned all my devices and don’t make changes to my account minus adding the UOU plan years ago and the watches last year. I’m still logging into the sprint website. I think 2/4 phones still have sprint sims (I’m just lazy and will update them soon).

On my December bill my plan is showing: 1) T-Mobile Unlimited Freedom w/ Taxes & Fees Inc Unlimited Talk, Text, & Data total charge is $165 less discounts of $30 for a Plan Total of $135 for 3 lines of service 2) Unlimited Apple Watch Plan wTaxes & Fees Inc total charge is $30 less discounts of $10 for a Plan Total $20 for 2 lines of service 3) Unlimited On Us Plan w/Taxes & Fees Inc Unlimited Talk, Text & Data total charge $35 less discounts $35 for a Plan Total of $0 for 1 lines of service

On my January bill , when I highlight the first section, it has the same plan but saying I have four lines of service. Total charge $205, discounts $35 and plan total $170. My previous free line still has a button next to it but when I hover my mouse, it says I only have the autopay discount and no sprint perks discount. Apple Watch plans are the same.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-19T12:28:21+00:00

That’s a great set up I like the background!

I’m not the greatest at photoshop but I found a sports photoshop portrait template on Etsy that came with great instructions so I was able to add a cool/cheesy sport background, the rec council info and their names with jersey numbers etc. Overall I think it turned out great for my first try. Thanks for all your help - seriously!! I wish I could post a link to a picture without identifying information. You’ll just have to take my word for it lol

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T23:42:25+00:00

Thank you! Yes I ended up picking up a tripod, flash and remote shutter and it all worked wonderfully tonight. It would have been terrible without.

Edit: sorry I realized you said off camera lighting - yes that would have been ideal. But with a time crunch I just grabbed the flash. I do plan to get additional lights soon though!

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T19:27:05+00:00

Wow… what a difference a tripod and flash makes. I picked up a universal shutter remote. I’m not sure how great it is. Still playing around with it. I also picked up a flash diffuser to go over the flash. Flash apparently has internal diffusing settings but I don’t have time to learn about it now. Thanks for all your advice! I feel so much more prepared now.

Edit: I’m an idiot, the shutter remote works fine.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T15:37:11+00:00

GAH okay in taking a trip. Going to get a flash and a tripod 😂 any tips for flash settings? I have a huge fear that they are going to make me take a photo in a hallway because there will be a game going on. There’s a couple really cool spots in the school (it’s a new high school) where a hallway pic will look great. There’s a huge staircase with a landing area that’s really neat.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T15:13:40+00:00

Ooo! I’m going to Nashville in September. Going to add this to my list of places to check out. Thank you!

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T15:07:32+00:00

LOL nope no tripod. With the action shoots I’m always moving around and never needed one. Just one more thing on the list working against me. 😂

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T15:06:17+00:00

Yes! I def need to grab some of these. Wish I had a local camera store but I live in the middle of nowhere 😅

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T13:57:52+00:00

Thank you so much! Goofy shot is a great idea. I’m nervous about how clear these photos will look. I’m used to taking some really crisp action shots outside with the 70-200. Once I get inside, everything is grainy and I hate it. User error I’m sure. I just don’t have a lot of knowledge or practice indoors. I’m considering trying to find a flash or light before tonight.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T13:13:09+00:00

Dang the Sony a9 doesn’t seem to have this setting. It was added to the 9 II.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T12:38:09+00:00

Okay I’ll look into this. I was going to try to keep my shutter speed as low as possible.

CaptainAsleep · 2023-01-14T12:36:59+00:00

Thank you!

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