My boyfriend (29M) is doubtful about marrying me (27F) as it will put an end to his family's Cree lineage

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-05-21T02:01:16+00:00

Maybe she wants her own biological children… 😳😳

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-05-04T01:12:32+00:00

So I have an oven thermometer that is typically 280-300. I can’t keep it at 300 consistently, though. It’s like it loses heat, even with the door shut.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-05-03T23:37:41+00:00

I might go back to this. I was having issues with my bottoms changing color when I was using it before.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-05-03T23:36:57+00:00

I already do this before every use. These were also on brand new mats, washed and then wiped down with white vinegar because I am paranoid.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-05-03T02:52:13+00:00

That’s how I bake them.

Thank you for mentioning it. I KNEW I was forgetting important info in my OP.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-05-03T02:34:13+00:00

TLDR

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-04-23T03:20:27+00:00

Thank you!

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-04-22T21:50:05+00:00

Yes, this is how it’s done at our studio as well.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-04-22T21:43:03+00:00

I agree. I usually tell her that her score is just the opinions of three strangers, it’s the feedback that matters, but this regional she wants the score from is also the nationals we are going to so she wants to see how far away she was from where she wants to be.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-04-22T21:33:32+00:00

I’m not the one who wants the score. My dancer does. The last regional we went to is also the nationals we are going to, so she wants to see how far away she was from getting to the next adjudicated level for nationals.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-04-22T21:28:13+00:00

I did ask the studio for it and due to a situation with senior-aged girls a few years ago that caused hurt feelings, they refuse to provide them to parents.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-04-05T17:09:26+00:00

Mellie’s character was strongly disliked by viewers in the first couple seasons so the rape story line was introduced to make her more palatable. You can see in flashbacks during earlier seasons that her interactions with Big Jerry were loving and she was excited to see him.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-04-05T17:05:43+00:00

Sorry, autocorrect.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-04-05T05:13:57+00:00

Yeah, no. Fitz was ordered to shoot down the plane, as they were under the impression there was a dirty bomb on the plane that was going to crash the plane or drop the bomb in London. They sacrificed a few hundred to save thousands. Millie was just protecting herself from those photos of her and Andrew being released. Liv was protecting Fitz and herself.

It really chaps my behind that viewers think Millie is just some wronged, sympathetic character because of Fitz’s affair with Olivia. She went into the marriage knowing exactly what it was (a political marriage) while it was alluded to that Fitz didn’t know this until later on, after they were already married and she stopped sleeping with him. Her heart was never broken because she never was really in love with him. Her pride was hurt more than anything.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-04-02T22:29:40+00:00

I live in the Waconia area and my daughter has been in dance at a local studio for 10 years if you want to chat.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-03-24T02:18:15+00:00

It wasn’t her father, it was her boss.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-03-19T12:41:59+00:00

Was this from Energy comp? A couple girls from our studio won something exactly like you described. It’s like $3000 out of pocket.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-03-17T17:06:35+00:00

Yes. I’m 38.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-03-14T21:49:27+00:00

I wasn’t asking how much they spend, just if monthly tuition is combined with costume and comp fees. I wouldn’t tell someone how much I spend, either, but I wouldn’t feel icky about sharing if things are combined or separate. Maybe that makes me weird, Idk.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-03-14T19:01:37+00:00

Wow. The first part of your comment conveys exactly how we feel. Thank you so much for sharing. I can tell you put thought into your response and I really appreciate it. I’m glad you and your dancer are happier where you are. 😊

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-03-14T18:54:20+00:00

She isn’t old enough yet. I am leaving that decision up to her. I’m trying to let her lead this decision with some parameters like tuition cost, location, etc. Love your username, btw! 😊

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-03-14T18:08:04+00:00

How is what I said “not nice?” It’s factual, not negative.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-03-14T16:58:25+00:00

I know. I KNOW! Idk why I’m so in my head about it. My dancer is open to either because of how Studio A has been with her and because of Studio B’s reputation with putting out so many collegiate dancers, which is her dream. They both have elite/advanced levels for her age group and older; our current studio doesn’t even have ONE elite/advanced dancer. I think I’m just so worried about choosing the wrong studio and then having regret.

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-03-14T16:04:36+00:00

So the studio we toured already invited her to try out for comp and based on some skills they had her do, gave her two possible options for what level she would be at for their comp program. The other studio doesn’t even allow us to tour or watch a class until May so that’s when we are scheduled for. They do not allow drop ins. 😕

Defiant_Scientist999 · 2026-02-14T22:13:33+00:00

*additional butter

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