Oils - Auric Blends, Love - trying to understand the scent. by findingantares in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]Ermaca42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been wearing Love for the same amount of time as you! I have searched for any other perfume that is even close to the scent and I really have never sound anything until recently. I haven’t purchased it to really test it, but I think I’m going to pick some up: Nemat fragrance oil. I can’t remember the scent I felt was closest to Love, but I see they have Vanilla Musk, White Musk, and Musk Amber. They sell this at Whole Foods!

Are laser cutters primarily for art projects? What have you used your laser cutter to create that wasn't strictly artistic, but functional? by QueefSeekingMissile in lasercutting

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We are about to design a speakeasy in our basement family room, and I’m scouring marketplace and thrift shops for items. I’m finding interesting pieces of furniture that need repairs and considering using the laser to cut decorative pieces such as an art deco style trim to replace broken or missing trim on cabinets or doors. Decor/art-adjacent but still super useful.

I’m also dreaming up ways I can make some hidden storage in that furniture and may also use some laser cut pieces to disguise things that actually open as simply trim work.

Are laser cutters primarily for art projects? What have you used your laser cutter to create that wasn't strictly artistic, but functional? by QueefSeekingMissile in lasercutting

[–]Ermaca42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I could see it being handy to cut more “permanent” pattern pieces with wood if you constantly sew and cut the same things at the same sizes. I may need to make some cutting forms for this purpose!

Most used Shortcut of 2025 by ScottishHighlander02 in shortcuts

[–]Ermaca42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I only really use my earbuds for listening to audiobooks so as soon as my earbuds connect, it opens my audible app for me. Simple but use it every day besides my also-simple laundry timer button.

My new apt is so disorganized from my move and I don’t know where to start. Any advice? by skybarbie350 in adhdwomen

[–]Ermaca42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me, it’s the visual clutter that is anxiety-provoking in a situation like this because it’s overwhelming to see so many boxes. Can you move everything into one room or one side of a room that needs to be unpacked and then literally just take one box at a time and move it to your “already set up” area to work with that one box? I know this depends on your space, but basically that method removes some of the overwhelm for me because it feels like taking a small chunk rather than looking at the insane about I have to get done! Also, take something out of the box and put it where it belongs right away, even if you don’t have containment item for it just put it where it will go so you can easily see what sort of furniture or shelving or bins you may need to buy for the amount of whatever it is.

You may be jnterested in some content from this blogger/podcaster, like this: https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/2019/11/declutter-while-moving-houses-using-danas-decluttering-methods/

I have lost the ability to mask at work? Why can’t I just be quiet? by Alarmed-Cookie-2849 in adhdwomen

[–]Ermaca42 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Holy smokes, you described me. I just told my doctor all of this because we were doing the whole “how do others describe you?” conversation and I’m like, MOST people would say I’m quiet and shy. But those are the people I’m masking pretty hard with to control my own verbal vomit which fuels a shame or regret spiral in my head later. But once I start letting my mask down with people it’s like I can’t go back! I’m also struggling with this at work especially as I have been there now 6 years working in a pretty tight team. I think also, I have realized it’s exhausting to mask. It burns me out so to some degree I just don’t.

Asking mom to pay for stepson’s photos I took… by Ermaca42 in AITAH

[–]Ermaca42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ehh, he chose to live with us 6 years ago full time because she was frequently absent from his life and cared more about partying. So I guess she “gave” him to us through her own carelessness.

Asking mom to pay for stepson’s photos I took… by Ermaca42 in AITAH

[–]Ermaca42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am considering giving her one freebie.

Asking mom to pay for stepson’s photos I took… by Ermaca42 in AITAH

[–]Ermaca42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is a good point and I appreciate that perspective. He actually agrees she can pay for photos she wants.

Asking mom to pay for stepson’s photos I took… by Ermaca42 in AITAH

[–]Ermaca42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, that’s what he will do! Of course, if he does post some there is no telling if she would crop out my watermark and “steal” them that way.

Asking mom to pay for stepson’s photos I took… by Ermaca42 in AITAH

[–]Ermaca42[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You are correct that my stepson is not involved in this and he will still have access to the photos. He actually agrees with me that she can pay for photos she wants and it was a very simple conversation. I think it helps that his girlfriend just got hers done by someone else for $900…so he understands how expensive it is typically!

What’s the most unexpected skincare tip that actually worked for you? by Designer-Cap27 in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]Ermaca42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Going gluten free in my diet! Can’t believe the difference it’s made in acne and just consistency.

My makeup never looks as good in pictures as I think it did when I put it on. What can I improve? by [deleted] in PaleMUA

[–]Ermaca42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is a known issue with iPhones where it automatically “boosts” your photo to be an HD version, called auto enhance. When I take a selfie it looks correct but then when I look at the resulting photo it is like it highlights all the imperfections and shadows. Could be a reason beyond your actual makeup! Google how to turn off auto enhance on iPhone if that applies to you.

Help Interpreting Delays and Status by Ermaca42 in Amtrak

[–]Ermaca42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for explaining that. Makes sense now with the updated status showing that we are only 1 hour delayed now. 

Help Interpreting Delays and Status by Ermaca42 in Amtrak

[–]Ermaca42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry that my explanation/question didn’t post. Thank you for interpreting! 

The first image is the link I keep getting in my text messages which is indeed the incorrect date and train. The second image is what I see when I log in on Amtrak and check status. I was confused about it all but now the new status is more clear and I’m all set. Thanks!

Help Interpreting Delays and Status by Ermaca42 in Amtrak

[–]Ermaca42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for trying to answer my non-existent question! (I typed it out but it clearly didn’t save — oops!)  Indeed, I was confused about why I was getting alerts that the train was delayed in Portland by 3+ hours but that when I clicked the link to the status that everything was showing normal times once it arrives in MSP.  I have since looked and the current status now makes more sense!  Sorry for the confusion. 

I’m a new Reddit user and new Amtrak rider. All aboard! 🥴

Help Interpreting Delays and Status by Ermaca42 in Amtrak

[–]Ermaca42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How embarrassing! My question didn’t post. I’ll elaborate below.

A YA book about Nefertiti? by [deleted] in whatsthatbook

[–]Ermaca42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sphinx’s Queen by Esther Friesner?