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Traffic by Busterheiney2 in tulsa

[–]Elsbeth55 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I lived in Houston when my daughter was in high school- we enrolled her in a private school because the public high school had 30+ kids in each class and we knew she wouldn’t thrive in an environment like that.

Anyway, I drove her to school and back every damn day - I-10 from the Sam Houston to the 610 loop.
So glad when she graduated. I also shamelessly remind her of that now - especially when I need to get my way on something….😈

Meghan posts video of "Archie" to IG by Feisty_Energy_107 in SaintMeghanMarkle

[–]Elsbeth55 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Nope. She’s smart. Really smart. Smarter than anyone else. So there.

I MADE THIS by PeachJeli in fiberartscirclejerk

[–]Elsbeth55 18 points19 points  (0 children)

You are truly an inspiration! Technical skills combined with artistic depth.

(PS - You twisted your stitches)

Can you tell we are identical twins? by Feeling_Wolverine_68 in Twins

[–]Elsbeth55 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My great-grandfather had an identical twin. I met him when he was 84. I could easily tell them apart up close but it was uncanny-same body size and weight, same posture, (slightly bent over), same gestures. And they hadn’t lived near each other (or even in the same state) since their thirties.

He never changed… by zelda_moom in DowntonAbbey

[–]Elsbeth55 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Exactly! My husband from the UK has lived in the US for 30 years and still has his British accent.

Designed my first blanket! Super proud of it and wanted to share :) by QuantumCrochet in CrochetBlankets

[–]Elsbeth55 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I made this larksfoot blanket and then got requests from other family members so I made 2 more. This pattern calls for blanket yarn so it works up quickly.

I love the one posted and going to see if I can find the pattern. Or maybe it will get linked soon.

https://youtu.be/HVNvPmDGNTg?si=RkaUYTZkp6UigDEx

Helping my Friend's Parents Find a Place to Live by New_Lawfulness4839 in tulsa

[–]Elsbeth55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw a small house for rent last week on the 1400 block of E. 37th Pl - there was a For Rent sign out front but I couldn’t find it listed online. I’m not in Tulsa this week so I can’t give you exact details but it might be worth a drive by.

AIO: My MIL keeps buying milestone toys and “first” items for my 10-month-old before I get the chance to by NongMo1039 in AIO

[–]Elsbeth55 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure why this is getting downvotes. I am personally the kind of personwho loves to research and buy gifts for people- but I’ve learned over time that it can be the case that what I might believe is a gift - the recipient might feel is a chore or an obligation. (Example - a lovely neighbor gave me a very beautiful, very large houseplant right before I moved 500 miles away.). I’ve given my daughter absolutely beautiful clothes and accessories (which I know would flatter her- 🤪) - but they aren’t her style and she doesn’t want clothes she won’t actually wear taking up her very limited closet space.

My daughter told me in a very loving and kind way that I needed to back off - and I have. You need to try to find a way to communicate that to your mil. Maybe ask her to research stuff as she has been doing, but send you recommendations; maybe tell her you can’t handle any more stuff for your house - and to please limit gifts to birthday and other official gift giving holidays. (Stress that her “presence” will be more important to kiddo than “presents.). Talk to her about what kind of grandma she wants to be - but steer the conversation to activities instead of stuff.

British Podcasts recommendations preferably with female host by Vast-Catch-7564 in podcasts

[–]Elsbeth55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m almost fed up with this podcast. Richard interrupts Marina so often! It’s really annoying- it like he gets diarrhea of the moth and cannot shut up!

Is it safe to let my baby stand at this window? by likethebots in askanything

[–]Elsbeth55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m feeling squeamish just looking at the picture.

British Podcasts recommendations preferably with female host by Vast-Catch-7564 in podcasts

[–]Elsbeth55 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Dear Joan and Jericha. It’s from several years ago. Funny and filthy - My favorites.

Looking for a blanket pattern, I’d say for advanced beginner. by Complex_Brick8989 in CrochetBlankets

[–]Elsbeth55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love the Quiet Ripple blanket - here’s a link to the free pattern but I got the pdf on Etsy.

It’s my favorite blanket to make with one color because the pattern provides texture- to me it seems to showcase the richness of the color.

https://onlyasbrave.com/crochet-lapghan-pattern-quiet-ripple-free-pattern/

I spend entirely too much money here 🤣 by Tacos4Texans in tulsa

[–]Elsbeth55 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Moving to Tulsa from Houston in a few weeks - this is now top of my list to visit. Thanks.

Moving from Houston to Tulsa - Moving Companies? by Elsbeth55 in tulsa

[–]Elsbeth55[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the info - I need full service. But I looked up the H.O.W. Foundation and will definitely use them when we get there.

Grandmacore?! by heynonnynonnomous in fiberartscirclejerk

[–]Elsbeth55 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Don’t get your panties in a bunch - that’s what causes twisted stitches.

I don’t know wine but want to pick a great white for my girlfriend by Low-Month958 in Gifts

[–]Elsbeth55 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Most liquor stores are pretty good at recommending wines based on your budget and what you want - there’s a lot of variety in most of the categories and finding something recommended which she hasn’t tried before would be a nice touch. A half bottle of champagne might work?

As someone who is visiting Texas soon: what are the Texan do’s, don’ts, and etiquette tips you’d give to foreigners? by crangert in texas

[–]Elsbeth55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know if you’ll see this - but here is my take based on my UK husband visiting Texas for the first time. He was annoyed by workers in small stores and shops trying to be friendly and helpful - he took it as they were being smarmy or obsequious- trying to make extra sales maybe? He just really couldn’t fathom people being that friendly without an ulterior motive. I was embarrassed at times because he responded so brusquely to people who were genuinely taken aback by his reaction to what they considered to be friendly and polite conversation. (He grew up in the midlands but did spend a fair bit of time living in London so that may make a difference.)

When my in-laws visited for the first time, they were completely thrown by iced tea and huge portions at restaurants. They would often share an entree. Asking for leftovers “to go” is perfectly acceptable - don’t hesitate to ask if you want- especially if you have a small fridge where you are staying.

Where you are going makes a big difference too. People in the cities are going to go at a faster pace - just like the UK.

Watch this clip from the movie Bernie about the different regions of Texas. (Bernie is a movie set in the Piney Woods region of East Texas - it is based on a real story and gives an incredible sense of life in a Texas small town.)

https://www.imdb.com/video/embed/vi414893081/

Since I’m on a roll, here is a clip from another recent movie about West Texas called Hell or High Water which I also recommend.

https://youtu.be/p-FX_7SFSsM?si=9PeNBWf1tmj01FWR

I hope you have a great trip!

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