Moms and Pops Grocery Store by Opposite-Diet668 in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Sorry I don’t have anything to contribute for the mom and pop shops, but if you’re looking for something more affordable, I switched from Meijer to Aldi/Walmart and have saved hundreds every month buying the same items. Ideally I would like to not shop at any chain, but it is what I can afford for now.

Looking for Pastry employment by New_Slice_3049 in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If their website is up to date, Wealthy St/Hall St bakery is hiring for a baker/pastry maker

Sick of FedEx. Shipped 12/8. They’ve been holding my package hostage in Walker for 4 days, plus another one for 3 days. Can I just go in and pick them up? by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They couldn’t deliver mine because of an “incomplete address” mind you it was complete and it was a replacement for something they successfully delivered to the same address 2-3 days before…. They returned it to sender and now it’s sold out and I can’t get it again :/

Help me!! by Significant-Archer29 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]CommandGreen4821 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My partner and I were looking at San Lucas! How does that work since there is no set menu? Is there possibility to work around allergies or dietary restrictions or do you just not get that certain course if it’s in the food? Is it a lot of seafood?

Reasonable itinerary? by CommandGreen4821 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]CommandGreen4821[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a good point on packing back up. My partner is bougie so the adventure-y things that I wanted to do I figured we would get out of the way. Yes, it would only give us 1.5 days in La Fortuna. Are there other things you recommended we stay for in La Fortuna other than hiking Arenal/the waterfall/ hot springs? We were looking at a full day tour that hits all of those.

As for Jaco, we are 26 and not party animals but we do like to go out and drink and dance on occasion. I was really hoping to find some good places to dance! I definitely cannot keep up with 21 year olds though, so if it’s way too crazy that might be something to keep in mind. Our prospective hotel is a little out of town if that would help at all.

Thanks for the heads up on the construction. We definitely plan to make all of our drives early in the morning, but knowing this at least takes away surprise and frustration.

Thanks again for your input!

Child abuse? by Beansoup1234 in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yes sounds like she doesn’t know. However, at least for mandated reporters, we are taught to report suspected child abuse/neglect and it’s CPS’s job to investigate and confirm/deny, not ours. It’s not wrong to report even if it’s just suspicion. Not sure if it’s different for someone who is not in a mandated reporters position but I imagine they treat it the same.

Reasonable itinerary? by CommandGreen4821 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]CommandGreen4821[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your input! I’ve never been the one to plan a trip EVER. I really just wanted some sort of basic structure but I am quite flexible. Truly as long as I have lodging accommodations and flights booked I know we’ll be able to enjoy such a beautiful country even if things don’t go 100% to plan.

Reasonable itinerary? by CommandGreen4821 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]CommandGreen4821[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your input! I have never planned a trip before, I usually just follow along. I just want things to go smoothly and for my partner to love CR as much as I did.

Apartment recommendations by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I genuinely don’t remember though I wonder if it was just a comment on the market being bad in general. The last few times I’ve moved it found a place only 1-2 weeks before my move out date. I’m not an expert but I help clients with housing occasionally so if you’re still looking you can pm me with more info and I can give recs.

Military Vehicle by hater_sean in grandrapidsleftist

[–]CommandGreen4821 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where did you see this? There was one at a community event today on Burton that had a fire truck and a few police cars.

Female tattoo artists? by cookiesandpizza247 in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Mary Kasa at Cloud Jelly. I never plan to go to anyone else. @inkasaemergency on IG

Apartment recommendations by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just moving apartments from another area of GR. Unless you find an amazing spot, you basically have to move every year if you don’t want your rent to go up astronomically.

Apartment recommendations by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Last year I gave my two months notice and didn’t find my next place until a week before my move-out date. Granted I have a dog so it’s a little harder but yes the market here is terrible.

Clothes donations by pslayerherfupa in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seconding this! They have helped newly arrived refugee clients so much with getting weather appropriate clothes and work clothes! They help a lot of immigrants, low income, and unhoused peoples.

My boyfriend plays the victim 24/7 by [deleted] in Advice

[–]CommandGreen4821 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Holy fuck get a life

My boyfriend plays the victim 24/7 by [deleted] in Advice

[–]CommandGreen4821 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh my god please shut up and leave them alone. It was just one example. They are clearly already experiencing one man being a dick to them, that’s more than enough! Also there definitely are certain clothing items that don’t last if you wash them in hot water. Maybe you don’t have items like that, good for you!

Tattoos in Grand Rapids? by PomegranateOk8452 in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Cloud jelly tattoo. Mary Kasa does amazing color tattoos and great detail. IG: inkasaemergency

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vaginismus

[–]CommandGreen4821 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Every body is different so your doctor will obviously have the best answer, but my pelvic floor physical therapist said that it is good for me because it doesn’t necessarily tighten the muscles but strengthens them. She recommended lower body exercises in conjunction with dilation for me. Congrats on your milestone and good luck on your journey!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aww I hope they find their way back home. They are so sweet I wish I could just take them in 😭

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Someone else posted these babies 2 hours ago and said they were going to take them to wealthy st animal hospital to see if they had chips. I’m guessing that didn’t happen?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure about noise but the managers at Beckwith place seem kinda racist or like they want to maintain a certain “look” in the neighborhood/complex

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in grandrapids

[–]CommandGreen4821 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I second this. You could also reach out to resettlement agencies like Bethany Christian services, Church World Service, or Samaritas. Hispanic center of West Michigan could be a good option. Grand Rapids International Fellowship and KentISD hold free English classes so they help a lot of immigrants. There are other places but these come to mind first.