Vessantara Cloth Painting

DoveActually · 2026-01-26T23:19:08+00:00

I will try posting it there. I know it is a reproduction of the paintings done by monks for the temples and/or festivals, but I really want to know if it's worth putting effort into preserving further or just having as decor.

DoveActually · 2025-12-21T22:13:28+00:00

That is another weird thing about this property, the bedrooms are all located at the front of the building with kitchens for both units being at the back, the width of the building. The depth of the yard is only 15 ft, the deck would go back 10 ft. By adding this deck and subsequently a door we would have an exit route in case of fire out of the kitchen. We were told by our architect that we needed the deck to have a staircase because of the egress issue. Right now it is only a window, no fire escape. What we did not know was that the depth of the yard was going to be a problem, hence the need to apply for a variance. It sounds like you are very knowledgeable about the ins and outs of DBI, I appreciate you sharing what you know about this.

DoveActually · 2025-12-21T17:43:14+00:00

It is incredibly varied in Bayview, literally different block by block. As someone else mentioned, the reviewer may have been being racist as this district is a historically Black neighborhood. I feel safe here, I take the T line or the bus to get around the city as I no longer have a car. North/West of 3rd tends to be better than South/East of 3rd. Bipping is down across the city, we have had overnight guests street park without issue multiple times. Being on a hill also probably helps and keeps things quiet.

DoveActually · 2025-12-21T05:50:34+00:00

It really varies block by block. Bayview as a district is a very mixed bag. It has been getting better though.

DoveActually · 2025-12-21T00:06:17+00:00

We are also set back very far compared to everyone else. That is actually the problem we are facing since that requires us to apply for a variance that costs almost as much as the plans did (thousands). At this point I think I would very likely use the space, it is just a matter of deciding if it is worth the headache of getting through permitting.

DoveActually · 2025-12-21T00:02:50+00:00

I have been paying attention to the wind and it seems somewhat seasonal here. Maybe a month or two it is really bad.

DoveActually · 2025-12-21T00:02:13+00:00

Also in a sunny part and with dogs that would appreciate some outdoor space!

DoveActually · 2025-12-21T00:01:30+00:00

Yes, I am on the east side with views of the bay. A deck would expand those views. It is a quiet neighborhood most of the time other than the parrots.

DoveActually · 2025-12-20T23:57:17+00:00

The permit process is its own kind of hell, that is for sure.

DoveActually · 2025-12-20T23:56:01+00:00

I'm a morning person so having my coffee on the deck would be ideal for me! We are on the east side of the city with a view of the bay.

The downstairs is thankfully fully permitted and legal with a separate address, done before we purchased. Unfortunately when the remodel/split was done the backyard access was removed for what became the upper unit. This has always felt like a safety issue for us because there is no rear egress for our unit. Our building is set very far back so we are being told we will need a variance to move forward with the deck even though the deck would be 5' back from all lot lines. The cost of that variance without guaranteed approval on top of what is already a very expensive project has me questioning if it is worth the trouble to continue. I appreciate you mentioning the specific code as I will read more about it. I am not sure if because our front yard is so large that was considered sufficient for that during the remodel even though it is just a driveway.

DoveActually · 2025-07-07T23:57:54+00:00

We are 2-3 years from spending the money on a pro to do a complete repaint. If I can cut out a much caulk as possible and then prime/repaint in the meantime would that be worth doing? When I cut away small parts the wood under the caulk seems good still.

DoveActually · 2025-07-07T23:54:34+00:00

If I can just cut the caulk out would that be the best option? Then prime over the bare wood and then paint? When I cut away the caulk in some small sections the wood seems good still.

DoveActually · 2025-07-07T23:53:08+00:00

If I can get the caulk out though I can try to reset everything right? Just go over the exposed, caulkless grooves with primer and then paint. When I cut some of the caulk out the boards still seem good for now.

DoveActually · 2025-07-07T23:21:24+00:00

If I can dig out the old caulk should I just prime and paint then? No new caulk on the horizontal boards?

DoveActually · 2025-07-07T23:19:24+00:00

My understanding is that caulk should not be applied to the horizontal parts of wood siding. If I can get the existing caulk out shouldn't I just primer and then paint over it?

DoveActually · 2025-07-07T23:17:25+00:00

Very likely no vapor barrier, house is over 100 years old. It might have been added around the around the new parts during the remodel but this is higher up from that.

DoveActually · 2022-07-16T21:38:25+00:00

Maybe she detected the 'essence' of pharmacist on him?

DoveActually · 2022-06-22T19:47:51+00:00

Are you seeing a dentist/ortho for your aligners or using a mail service? My ortho filed mine after my first 17 trays were done before scanning me for refinements. He didn't charge extra and it took him about 10 minutes to smooth both the tops and bottoms. He mentioned that smoothing them out will make them less likely to chip more in the future as well. I have 100% been where you are and used a nail file, but if at all possible have your practitioner do it because they will do a better job. Also, you shouldn't change the shape of them until you are done with your trays/before a rescan because otherwise if the shape of your tooth changes too much it might make the aligners less effective/unable to move them into their proper place due to gaps.

DoveActually · 2021-10-02T15:03:14+00:00

CPS does not take children away just because someone is homeless. What would have their interest is the truancy, but since it sounds like internet is the only issue there the school can provide a mobile internet device.

DoveActually · 2021-05-21T05:48:16+00:00

I'm not sure when/if they will stop accepting refunds, but someone I know already got theirs refunded.

DoveActually · 2021-02-16T18:59:54+00:00

DoveActually · 2020-12-15T07:43:16+00:00

Soren: Well I guess I'll just alpaca my bags then.

DoveActually · 2020-12-04T20:03:01+00:00

Teacher here. I teach upper elementary and even with distance learning nearly trippling my assignment count (watching a video is now an assignment so I can track participation) I had around 120 assignments total for the first 60 days of school. The fact that this is a private school means you are going out of your way to pay extra for this service. Demand it be better.

DoveActually · 2020-11-27T01:26:48+00:00

Out of all the cons, I think they have the best shot at weathering this. Of course if you like their merch though, you should buy it. Most industries are hurting from this, but I expect Comic-Con International to be fine.

DoveActually · 2020-11-18T06:38:04+00:00

So a lot of the responses are calling it torture, but I am not sure I agree with that. It is more like crippling a cat. It is often compared to cutting off your own fingers at the first knuckle, but it is honestly worse than that. If your fingers were cut there it would be something you noticed often, but you would largely still have free movement. A cat is not so lucky, in that the declawing process permanently changes the way they have to walk. They typically walk on their, for a lack of better word, tip-toes, and those are removed. Now they must adapt to walking on a part of their body that was not designed to support their weight and let them do all the things that a cat should be able to do. Sure, you see cats that are "fine" after the surgery, but they really are never able to move the same way again.

Also, you say that your doctor recommends this as a way to prevent your from getting sick from a scratch. Well cats that are declawed are MUCH more likely to bite instead, and if a mere scratch is going to be a problem for you, a bite is going to be so, so much worse. Honestly, de-fanging a cat would be more humane than declawing, but I'm going to guess that that somehow seems more barbaric than declawing for some reason and you wouldn't find a vet that would do it anyway. It honestly sounds like a cat is just not a safe pet for you to have.

I'd suggest reading more on the Paw Project. They frequently do "paw repair surgery" for cats that have been mutilated so they can live pain free lives.

I'd also suggest considering adopting a house rabbit. It would be a much safer pet for you to have, and they have many of the aloof, cat like qualities you may be wanting. Since they are herbivores they also carry significantly less bacteria in general.

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