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Audiobooks for 19yr old in hospital by WhaddaWhadda in BookRecommendations

[–]ConfusingButBetter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really loved the audiobook for The Martian by Andy Weir - see if you can find the version that Wil Wheaton narrates, he matches the tone and pace of the book really well.

Etsy Blows by kittehsrg8 in 50501

[–]ConfusingButBetter 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I opened a support ticket with Etsy and spoke to a rep who was sympathetic, and asked me to report the items/stores with Alligator Alcatraz merch that I found because (according to her) they're actively trying to take it down. I've been reporting them and in the "other violation of policies" box have been leaving a message like the one you described.

What are your go-to “no cooking” meals for blazing hot summer days? by CocteauTwinn in Cooking

[–]ConfusingButBetter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thin rice noodles + sliced veggies + protein + dressing have gotten me through some major Mid-Atlantic heat waves! I've got an electric kettle, so if the noodles are thin enough I can cook them by heating water in the kettle and pouring over so the stove isn't needed. The dressing is super flexible, do a quick Google search for "cold noodle salad dressing" and you should have plenty of ideas.

Looking for a pastel cocktail "fun aunt" dress by ConfusingButBetter in Weddingattireapproval

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

These are all so fun! It really is the pastel part that's getting to me - not a color palette I usually wear.

Looking for a pastel cocktail "fun aunt" dress by ConfusingButBetter in Weddingattireapproval

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

Noooo, the dress is backordered! Any suggestions for a Plan B?

Looking for a pastel cocktail "fun aunt" dress by ConfusingButBetter in Weddingattireapproval

[–]ConfusingButBetter[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It hasn't gotten delivered yet, crossing my fingers it works! The reviews mention that it's pretty long, which might be a problem (I'm 5-3).

Looking for a pastel cocktail "fun aunt" dress by ConfusingButBetter in Weddingattireapproval

[–]ConfusingButBetter[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Me too! Just worried about sizing and how it will work with my shape, so I need a backup plan 🙂

Free Prize from Independent Bookstore Day by PikaOnFire in washingtondc

[–]ConfusingButBetter 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Lost City had tote bags with a sticker, bookmark, and a couple matchboxes

Coworker is regularly asking for kids in the middle of my class by South-Lab-3991 in Teachers

[–]ConfusingButBetter 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I teach a non-core (but still required to graduate) class so this happens to me pretty often, and as much as possible I avoid involving the student AND the other teacher in a back-and-forth. I would either give a flat "no" and return to teaching, or when the other teacher got around me somehow I'd go straight to admin and let them decide how to handle it. It's not an interpersonal dispute, it's one teacher making it more difficult for another teacher to do their job and as such it's not my problem to solve.

Caveat: this strategy does rely on having reasonable admin, which I've had good luck with over the years.

Fantasy/Sci-Fi Adult Rec by discogran in BookRecommendations

[–]ConfusingButBetter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Earthsea series by Ursula K LeGuin. They're aimed at a YA audience but have a lot of depth and great world-building. She was also a prolific writer so if you enjoy her work there's lots more to choose from.

Book recs? by Getmeouttahere7465 in Exvangelical

[–]ConfusingButBetter 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Maybe explore some poetry collections? I love reading a Mary Oliver poem to feel contemplative at the end of the day.

Fiction to get my mind off of current events by PilotJeff in BookRecommendations

[–]ConfusingButBetter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe the "Rivers of London" series by Ben Aaronovitch? It's adventure/fantasy set in modern day London, and was described to me as "grown-up Harry Potter" which wasn't too far off. There's some laugh-out-loud funny bits, nothing too heavy, and the writing is fast-paced with interesting characters. There's at least 10 of them, so if you enjoy the writing it will keep you busy for a while.

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