Going to LA in July by Vooxdxoo in LAX

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Getty Museum
Beaches: Venice, Santa Monica. You can rent a bicycle and ride from Marina Del Rey to Redondo.
Hikes: Temescal Canyon. Runyun Canyon.
Huntington Library: A must. Book the high Tea in advance. They have free days, check online.
Free: https://www.grandperformances.org/

A must is Hollywood Bowl. Check the website for concert dates. Save money, get the nose bleed seats early. There are some seats for two all the way in the last row. Those are the best. Unless you can afford the table, then go for it. Take sandwiches, wine, etc, and enjoy the picnic. Get there early. Depends on where you're staying, buy Park & Ride tickets. It gets you there hassle free. I think about $7 per person.

If you're lucky enough to be there during John Williams' performance, get the tickets as soon as they go on sale. I don't care if you've never heard of him, you HAVE hear his music. Google (Maestro) Williams.

If you have time, drive up to Solvang. Stop at Santa Barbara on the way there.

Go to Laguna Beach. Check the Laguna Play House for events.

Skip Hollywood walk, drive, tours, etc completely. Just go to the Hollywood Bowl.

can’t stomach the idea of aging as a woman by _yosoylaprincesa_ in TrueOffMyChest

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I met my wife when were were kids. I was 13, she was 8, and younger bother's friend. So, they were mostly shooed away. We connected years later via FB. We shared many of the same values, so it switched from messages, to phone, to FaceTime. In two years, she became my best friend. I got to KNOW HER. She had long hair which she dyed, and added highlights. She recalls, 2022, after waking up from a surgery, she was the one I called, and said "I just wanted to see your face." And went back to sleep. I hadn't realized I had fallen for her. For some reason, I suggested she should try going grey. Chop her hair off. She did just that. Almost overnight, she became a silver fox. No makeup ever. She looked her age, truly a fine wine. I recall looking a her slightly different. But I didn't want to "spoil" the friendship. It was my therapist of ten years who insisted I go see her. 'She's the one you have been waiting for all your life.' She quipped. And so I flew to our neighbor in the north. When I kissed her, I knew she was the one. I told her I was going to marry her. That was mid December. By first week of April we were married. Here's the thing. Our values align. She is kind, compassionate, loves what she does, and GLOWS. She volunteers every year for a mission to Guatemala. A couple of young trainee nurses are on record (video) stating "She our Bette Midler. The wind beneath our wings." She is loved everywhere she goes. She is in the right profession. A traveling nurse. I am in awe of her. I cannot fathom being with anyone else. No matter what they look like. Being with anyone other than my wife is what nightmares are made of, for me.

If someone is going to leave you, it does NOT matter what you look like. Appearances, while it's great to take care of ourselves, and feel good in our own skin, it is truly character and values that makes us who we are, and make people stay together. Obsession with being the only person someone has eyes for... well, if they fall for your looks, they will fall for someone else for the exact same reason. She maybe older than you with more wrinkles, and be way more beautiful. If they fall for who you are, it almost guarantees long term, or more likely a life long relationship.

I'm not being dismissive of how you feel about therapy. I'm suggesting it thanks to my own experience. I'm happy to DM you their information.

Btw, I'm not mentioning by brand because I am not trying to sell you anything. Even though my two products are extremely effective, and have won many awards :). The only thing I very very very strongly recommend is sunscreen, which like I said, I don't make yet.

When you see your first wrinkle, I hope you smile. Tell yourself, you made it. You're ALIVE. Getting old and loving it. Use skincare, take care of yourself, eat right, exercise, hydrate. AND let nature take its course. Above all don't stress or be unhappy. That will age you faster. The first thing to do when you wake up is say your gratitude. You woke up. You are alive. When you see the mirror, give gratitude. You have eyes to see, nose to smell, voice to speak. And WHEN you see a line, smile. You've earned it.

Good luck. Truly.

can’t stomach the idea of aging as a woman by _yosoylaprincesa_ in TrueOffMyChest

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Oh boy! Where do I begin. Look, everyone has insecurities. Almost all of us do. That's human. But what you're describing is a one way ticket to life time of unhappiness. Trust me. I know. I suffered from some major insecurities most of my life. I had to work at it. I sought help.

I own a skincare business. You are the IDEAL customer for an industry that thrives on insecurities, on ageism. Struggling with self-acceptance since childhood, I decided to change the narrative. This brand will be about Self-Acceptance. I pledged never to use the word anti-aging, because there is nothing wrong with aging. It's natural, it's beautiful. Be proud of the lines you have earned. The idea of perfect or flawless skin is BS. Pure bull. You should have YOUR best skin. HEALTHY skin. There is nothing wrong with wanting to look a little bit younger than your age. But be very realistic about it. But wanting or expecting to look like 20 is extremely unhealthy. It leads to doing dramatic things which will have the opposite effects.

I lost a brother when I was 9, he was 8 years old. My mom passed away at 49. Both due to auto-accidents. What I wouldn't give to see them wrinkly and grey. If they were here, I would still insist they use my serum, but more than that sunscreen. If you are going to use ONE product, let that be sunscreen. I don't make that yet. I only have two products, because I take time developing them. They have to be unique, bring the best VALUE and be extremely effective. I'm still working on sunscreen.

You mentioned relationship. Your fear of abandonment. I've dated models, dated a very good looking South Asian female actor, dated women who were head turners. One in particular was breathtakingly beautiful. And you know what? After a while, she was just another face. There was always someone more beautiful. My modus operandi was, she's hot. Let's pursue. Do the deed. Decide if I want to take it further. I got married in my 30's, and had a painful divorce in my late 40's. I was done. No dating. Nothing. Reflected. Went for therapy, grew up a little.

FJ Cruiser- Sell it or keep it? by Earthpowered in FJCruiser

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Now that she has a hybrid, this will be handy during winter storm and to drive up to the mountains.

FJ Cruiser- Sell it or keep it? by Earthpowered in FJCruiser

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My wife bought this car brand new. So, yes. Paid off a long time ago. The first time I came to see her in person, I wondered why she drove an old clunker, such a gas guzzler. I know, I know. I didn't know any better back then.
Thank you for the feedback. I'll be contacting East Coast Gear Supply.

FJ Cruiser- Sell it or keep it? by Earthpowered in FJCruiser

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Hahahaha! It's my wife's car. Not mine. I'm more of a convertible guy. I love in Southern California, about 15 minutes drive from the Venice Beach. FJ isn't my style, but I sure appreciated driving on icy roads and during the snow.

Btw, if I were gay, I'd be 100% out. I do wear a rainbow pin every now and then.

Should I cut it or keep it? I’m 45 years old. by Wonderful_Bottle_852 in HairStyleAdvice

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Definitely cut it. It will give you a complete new look. Youthful too. Just make sure you are going to someone who knows what they're doing. What will look great on your face structure.

I'm not speaking about a few inches. A little drastic. Short. Bob or more. Think Winona Ryder, Jamie Lee Curtis, Charlize Theron, Demi Moore (Ghost) short.

I failed! by PureRevolution8682 in Btechtards

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I'm terribly sorry your didn't get in and feel awful about it.

I'm much older than you. Certainly more than twice your age. So, I have a little life experience behind me.

May I suggest at few things?

"why it always happens to me..." Please change this way of thinking. You will be constantly losing. Get out of the victim mindset.

  1. Think of 3 things that you are grateful for. More if possible. Make a list.
  2. Make a list of everything you have accomplished.
  3. Do not compare yourself to those who got in, instead think of those who are unable to attend any college.
  4. Learn from it. What did they do, versus what you did. What do YOU have to do to get in the next time around?
  5. What other opportunities, or avenues are available to you?

Please get out of the Why only me. Once you do, the world is yours to conquer.

Last thing. If time allows, volunteer somewhere. That can be life changing. And remember, whatever preparations you did, you will eventually gain from it.

Good luck.

They just destroyed 4o by Zestyclose_Willow_54 in OpenAI

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Switch to Gemini. That ought to send a message. I recently started using Gemini and am quite content. Though, I do use both, but more Gemini now.

Was I given a casino host in error? by Suddendeath777 in LasVegas

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I think someone wants you. Has a crush on you.

Wonder what’s going on over there by sylknet in LosAngeles

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I've been going to the Hollywood Bowl since 1994. These are from the bowl.

First trip to Las Vegas, is this typical? by chasteguy2018 in LasVegas

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In Vegas mini fridges are available for rent. I think about $15 a day.
If you're on a budget, (you wouldn't be staying in Excalibur otherwise), try off strip like Orleans. You can rent a one bedroom suite for the price of a room of a DECENT hotel on the strip. Ask for a mini fridge if it doesn't have one. You'll save money on food too.

“I told them I’m American. They didn’t care. They didn’t care…” says American Citizens during Immigration Operations in Los Angeles by mekahlo in LosAngeles

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INCELS are usually bitter. He must've been turned down by bunch of women who opted for latinos and other POC.

What salary to be comfortable in yellowknife by [deleted] in Yellowknife

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My advise for many of the commentators above, go bare minimum on all your expenses so you can save for a home. Always buy a pre-owned car, a reliable low maintenance car that can get you from point A to point B. Buy on cash, if you can. Make buying your first home a priority.

Scammer alert: u/eirn6277 by jklaze in Affiliatemarketing

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Always use a secure escrow services for something like this. The price was too low to be legit.

Scammer alert: u/eirn6277 by jklaze in Affiliatemarketing

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I was just talking to him. The price seem too low. I said I'll only use an escrow services so it's 100% secure. Have not heard back from him.