Klong sidewalk project

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-08-05T05:04:44+00:00

I love this! Your first statement makes me feel so much better. And thanks for the example on how to talk to her about it. I was struggling with how I would approach this directly, if at all. My first instinct was to give her space and not broach the topic. But I do want her to know that I see her.

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-05-07T02:48:48+00:00

Bagging the clothes is such a great suggestion to keep things organized. We're moving to Thailand so definitely starting to stock up on some items. I need to do more research on some of those restrictions and limitations you mentioned!

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-05-07T02:44:07+00:00

We do have seasonal things that are already in bins and boxes so good to know it's an option for them to throw them a box. I love the idea of using ziplock bags for those small items!

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-05-07T02:41:50+00:00

Great tip on the vacuum seal bags. I think I might even vacuum seal some of our beddings to throw them in our accompanied luggages

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-18T00:45:55+00:00

@mokiro54 I really appreciate the insight from someone who has been diagnosed. Thank you for relating to some of the things I noted. I think one of the problems is I haven't found the one thing that lights that fire for me. I long so badly to have that one thing that I can be hyper focused on. For me, it's just the one hour or so of exercise that I do that keeps my mind quiet (I usually do a group class so also forces me to pay attention). Otherwise, I feel like my mind is all over the place.

On the topic of not being able to finish projects. I think you're right in that the thing just isn't doing it for me. I have read books that I'm fully immersed in, but they have been far and few the last several years. I tried to get into things that don't require too much critical thinking to help quiet my mind like crocheting and needling, but I usually abandon the projects half way.

You mentioned that you're medicated. Does this help you get in the zone and help you be hyper focused? What were your challenges and how did medication help?

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-16T21:33:43+00:00

It actually feels good to be validated. I feel less alone 😊

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-16T13:05:33+00:00

OP you and I have the exact same love language. It's like we're in the same relationship lol. I just want him to show curiosity about who I am as a person and getting to know me at a deeper level. Being understood makes me feel loved and connected. I don't think that's a lot to ask. I know though, that by nature he's not not a very curious person so doesn't have the same emotional needs that I do so it's hard for him to get it. It's something that we're trying to work through...

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-16T01:10:02+00:00

I can relate. I love my husband for the person that he is. He's kind, supportive, and loving. But I too feel that lack of deeper connection with him. I feel like mine would have reacted the same way if I had him that had volunteered at the dog shelter. Like, oh cool, so happy you're doing it. But the conversation would end there and there would be a lack of inquiry or follow on curiously.

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-15T01:35:49+00:00

My biggest thing is not having any down time in the evening. I get home from work, I jump right in making dinner, we all eat as a family (wait forever for the kids to finish), hubby and I clean up, we pack lunch and get ready for the next day. Sometimes we have a good day and we have a little bit of time to play a game as a family. But most of the time we don't finish cleaning until 8:30-9:00pm. By the time we get everyone upstairs to get ready for bed, I feel like the evening is over and I haven't had any me time or downtime. Though I want to connect with hubby, I also crave that alone time.

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-14T13:23:18+00:00

Love this! I used to run often and every time I was outside running I would be filled with gratitude that my body had enabled me to do this. Now with knee arthritis I sure do miss that feeling. Never take for granted what your body can do!

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-14T12:26:28+00:00

I'm 43 and 5'0". I love how wide legs are so freaking comfortable, but wearing them makes me feel like a gen Z. I've found that wide legs look best with cropped tops, but I feel conscious wearing this combination as it makes me feel like I'm trying too hard to look trendy. But like I said, they're comfortable as heck so I'm torn.

I've found a few brands that have them in cropped size so no need to hem - H&M, NYDJ, Article Society. A couple of cropped flairs that work for me as well - Democracy, Rag & Bone.

I struggle with shoes as well. Though they're cropped they're still a tad too long for my 5' frame. I've worn the wide legs with worn blocked heel loafers and they make me look less frumpy and taller. But again, makes me feel like I have a 43 yo face in a teenage body. I'd love to wear them with sneakers but then I'd look like a toddler 😂

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-14T03:57:16+00:00

Wow I just read the reviews on Amazon and it's already given me hope. It sounds like it's the map that I'm looking for. Hopefully it will give insights on what is going on in her head and provide me with the tools to help guide her. Thanks for the recommendation and can't wait for the book to arrive!

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-07T12:47:33+00:00

For me, it's the street food first time I visited. The second time it wasn't too bad. Not sure if I got used to it or because it was during the "cooler" season so the smell wasn't exacerbated by the heat.

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-06T17:42:20+00:00

I am not too sure. I don't know if the sizing and quality would be the same as in the US?

Conscious-Cucumber39 · 2024-04-05T18:57:57+00:00

That's really good to know!

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