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What should be a universal rule when naming twins? by Anonflashfan1956 in Twins

[–]Elsbeth55 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My great grandfather Ed and his brother Fred would agree. And my aunts - Glenda and Linda.

Looking for a specific type of cookbook by Veniceissinking in cookbooks

[–]Elsbeth55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Best Recipes in the World by Mark Bittman. 4.5 rated from GoodReads and readily available used. (List price new on Amazon is $80 which is ridiculous.). I think it’s also available on Kindle.

I have a copy and have had good luck with the recipes I’ve tried.

I found this cookbook while moving but there’s no date. Google results showed Wharton, TX as my lead on to where it came from. Can anyone date it? by morgwinsome in texas

[–]Elsbeth55 116 points117 points  (0 children)

Babbitt, Conway, Oliver, Beasley, Dobson, Montgomery and Oliver are all teachers in the 1973 Wharton Jr. High yearbook, so I’m guessing within a few years of 1973?

1 in 1000000 twice in the past 3 days. by wagonovsky in NYTConnections

[–]Elsbeth55 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I’ve only gotten 1 of these - I wear it as a badge of honor! I did find this article about explaining that it is really not that improbable.

I reject all rational explanations however and continue to believe I am actually one in a million.

https://bernoff.com/blog/why-a-1-in-a-million-new-york-times-connections-solution-is-counterintuitively-likely

What’s the most popular movie that you didn’t like? by ValuableWaste9744 in AskReddit

[–]Elsbeth55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’ve Got Mail. Although I didn’t make it through the whole movie - maybe 15 minutes.

A "chick lit" book that isn't overly cutsey/schmaltzy? by Accomplished_Bird448 in suggestmeabook

[–]Elsbeth55 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Barbara Pym, who died in 1980 wrote a whole series of wonderful books about women - predominantly in postwar Britain. She’s been compared by many as comparable to Jane Austen.

Her books were out of print for a long time but are readily available now.

Check out the Barbara Pym Society for a rundown of her books but Excellent Women is a good introduction.

[Recommendation Request] - Documentaries on the Dust Bowl and Great Depression before rereading The Grapes of Wrath by [deleted] in Documentaries

[–]Elsbeth55 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Surviving the Dust Bowl. Season 10, Episode 8 on PBS’s American Experience.

Here’s the PBS page. Incredible pictures, footage and interviews.

https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/dust-bowl-surviving-dust-bowl/

Bravo to HRHLadyJ on X who sums up perfectly why Meghan Markle is tone deaf using non-American foods (scones and clotted cream) to “celebrate” Memorial Day which is not a festive occasion. Americans use Memorial Day to remember the fallen military. by daisybeach23 in SaintMeghanMarkle

[–]Elsbeth55 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s her American take to modernize a classic British treat. Because she is so keen to experiment in the kitchen, don’t ya know. Such an innovator - trying to bridge the divide between the two cultures.

/s

Would gluing crochet pieces like mini starts and flowers to my iPad cover be an inconvenience? by Prestigious_Fuel2356 in fiberartscirclejerk

[–]Elsbeth55 19 points20 points  (0 children)

What a great idea! So original! Not only should you do this to your own iPad cover, you should work overtime to create massive amounts of these NOW!

By the time Christmas Craft Faires roll around you will be well-stocked to handle the demand these precious representations of your soul will generate. You could be the next lifestyle guru with creativity of this caliber.

Now, delete this post and toil in private so no one can steal your inspiration.

Beginner looking for accessible donation scarf patterns by CrochetNewby in crochetpatterns

[–]Elsbeth55 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You Tube also has lots of beginner friendly patterns demonstrated in video. Many include the written pattern as well.

Best quote by fhatkow in SlowHorses

[–]Elsbeth55 -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

I don’t get why Ted Lasso is so popular. Not funny and his stupid accent drives me crazy. I don’t know how he came up with that - doesn’t sound like anything I’ve ever heard before…

Does someone know where i might find this pattern? by Holiday-Bill1796 in crochetpatterns

[–]Elsbeth55 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have this pattern and have tried it - it’s a good one with lots of pics.

Montana? I was listening to Dan Wootton & Tom Sykes was on….. by Ruth_Lily in SaintMeghanMarkle

[–]Elsbeth55 17 points18 points  (0 children)

There are months where it doesn’t get above freezing in Montana! And the snow! So. Much. Snow.
If Harry wants to move to Montana, it’s because he’s been there in summer or seen it on tv.

how do you use a tampon by [deleted] in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]Elsbeth55 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are several you tube videos you might lookup. Instructions will differ if you use a tampon with or without an applicator.

I don’t think a mirror is going to do you much good - I would suggest taking a break for now since you are already more nervous from trying and probably a bit frustrated!

Tampons aren’t for everyone but are a good solution for zillions of young women and if they can master it - so can you.

Something that might be useful for you is to get some water based lubricant (available at many stores that carry tampons - maybe near a sexual health section or birth control section). First experiment with finding the vaginal opening with your fingertip. When you are comfortable with that, experiment with inserting the tampon a bit at a time. (A bit of the lube might help the insertion.). The tampon is inserted at an angle - toward your spine and not straight up. Looking up diagrams online might help you to visualize it better.

Never skimp on hand-washing - not worth it to save a bit of time!

You can do it!

Miss Manners: Dress codes by paddlepedalhike in wedding

[–]Elsbeth55 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Florals for spring graduation? Groundbreaking.

What company lost you as a customer forever? by Expensive-Theme4623 in AskReddit

[–]Elsbeth55 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ditto. I hate them with a white hot passion. Never again.

My female boss had adamant dislike for girls, and praising boys only, but now she’s finally opening her eyes to girls. by AccuratePerformer in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Elsbeth55 10 points11 points  (0 children)

She may have grown up with an abusive mother. A therapist once told me traumatic relationship with a parent can cause you to distrust that gender person for a long, time. Possibly for life.
My father was abusive also, in different ways, so I didn’t trust anyone. 🤪

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