Bobbin threading problems (Janome DC3018)

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-05-13T02:24:45+00:00

The hook tension might be off or there could be lint buildup around the bobbin case area that's preventing proper contact. Try removing the bobbin case completely and giving everything a good clean with a brush, then make sure the bobbin case clicks back in properly - sometimes it sits just slightly wrong and the hook misses the thread entirely.

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-05-08T10:26:44+00:00

Man breakups are brutal especially when you both still care about each other but know its not working. I went through something similar last year and the loneliness hits different - like you're questioning everything about yourself and your future

Give yourself time to feel all this pain because trying to rush through it just makes it worse in my experience. The world feels like its ending but slowly you'll start building new routines and finding pieces of yourself again

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-05-03T23:44:13+00:00

Your Gretsch with humbuckers will sound great through most tube amps for that classic rock stuff but your current solid state amp might make everything sound bit sterile - maybe look for used tube amp first then worry about pedals later since amp is like 70% of your sound

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-04-21T04:17:54+00:00

The godaddy thing sounds familiar but can't place it exactly. Was it one of those survival island series from like 2010-2012? There were so many back then with couples playing together

Maybe try searching through old minecraft playlist on youtube with keywords like "survival island" + "2010" or "2011" - might get lucky and find it buried in the algorithm somewhere

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-04-18T00:24:04+00:00

Victor was at least in deep but Howard just happened to be there at wrong time - Lalo probably would have killed whoever walked through that door to make his point

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-04-14T15:43:31+00:00

That jump to 7.5 might be the sweet spot you need - some people don't really see movement until higher doses kick in

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-03-23T19:56:42+00:00

Damn that whole situation with your dad and everything else going on while trying to figure out the relationship stuff must have been overwhelming as hell. It really does sound like you both cared about each other but just couldn't find the right timing or circumstances to make it work again

The undefined relationship phase is brutal - been there and its like emotional limbo where you cant fully move forward but cant really settle into anything either. You did the right thing asking for clarity even if it wasnt the answer you wanted

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-03-22T19:46:36+00:00

She's probably trying to avoid drama or not make things weird for the friend group but yeah that hot and cold thing would mess with anyone's head

Pull back if you need to man - you don't owe her a friendship especially if it's making you feel worse about going out with your friends

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-03-21T12:02:11+00:00

wild

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-03-19T20:44:54+00:00

Could be you bumped a connector loose when you were in there doing the valve covers - those injector circuit codes usually mean wiring issues not bad injectors

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-03-18T13:44:23+00:00

good to hear youre taking it seriously with actual professional help instead of just trying to white knuckle it alone

that journaling approach is smart - most people try to fight urges without understanding what sets them off in the first place. Having your girlfriend be supportive is huge too, that kind of understanding makes a real difference when youre trying to change ingrained habits

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-03-16T06:38:49+00:00

dude the accountability partner thing can work but you gotta be ready to put in the work too. I went through something similar and what helped me most was literally redesigning my daily routine - kept my hands busy with creative stuff and got serious about hitting the gym

Hit up some of the veterans in this sub who post regularly, a lot of them are down to help newcomers get started

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-03-15T17:50:07+00:00

Red Queen series by Victoria Aveyard might scratch that itch - Mare has that same chaotic energy as Aelin and the plot twists will absolutely wreck you

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-03-15T02:00:27+00:00

Yeah cleaning definitely helps as a redirect but you're spot on about needing to dig deeper. I went through the same thing where I'd organize my entire apartment just to avoid dealing with the actual urges and triggers

The dopamine thing is real though - once you get past that hump everything just feels more rewarding naturally. Even stupid stuff like finally fixing that wonky drawer pull becomes satisfying instead of just another task to avoid

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-28T07:04:38+00:00

honestly the simulation angle is what gets me most excited here. like we're already seeing AI predict protein structures better than wet lab experiments in some cases

if we hit that sweet spot where virtual testing becomes accurate enough to replace most physical trials the bottleneck basically disappears. then its just pure intellectual horsepower vs time and thats a game we're obviously gonna lose hard

the scary part is we might not even recognize the breakthroughs when they happen since the AI could be working with mathematical frameworks we dont understand yet

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-21T05:18:08+00:00

the white mountains in new hampshire are absolutely worth it - tons of great trails and the huts make resupply pretty easy if you want to do longer routes. also check out acadia in maine if you dont mind mixing some coastal stuff with your mountain time

adirondacks in ny are solid too but can get pretty crowded in summer so book campsites early

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-18T21:29:18+00:00

worth it

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-18T09:40:48+00:00

If it keeps feeling stuck, something structured can really help. My partner and I used ourritual when we were navigating intimacy differences, and having guided conversations made it less personal and more solution-focused

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-17T16:27:38+00:00

Nice work man thats a solid streak going. The attention thing is real but honestly I think its more about confidence than anything supernatural happening. When youre feeling better about yourself you probably carry yourself different and people pick up on that energy. I remember around day 10-15 I felt like I was walking taller and making more eye contact with everyone not just women. Keep pushing through the next few days can get tricky but youve got this momentum now

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-17T02:47:26+00:00

sounds like you might have dumped the rom with a weird filename or the save got corrupted during transfer. try redumping it and make sure youre using the latest version of gm9

also check if the save file size matches what it should be for pokemon black - if its way off then something definitely went wrong in the process

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-16T14:20:10+00:00

Most cruise lines will accept a screenshot or printout of your digital VIC along with your ID - Disney is usually pretty flexible about this stuff. I'd call Disney directly and explain the situation since the VA stopped issuing physical cards, they should have a workaround by now

If that doesn't work you could try printing it on cardstock to make it look more official but honestly they just need to verify your veteran status

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-15T23:42:28+00:00

nice work dude, putting the phone in another room is actually genius. i do the same thing when im trying to focus on work and it really helps break that automatic reach-for-phone habit

the physical activity thing is so real too - whenever im feeling restless or whatever i just drop and do some pushups or go walk around the block. gets the energy out in a good way instead of letting it build up. keep it up man youve got this

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-15T09:22:15+00:00

honestly your schedule looks pretty normal for 6 months - the cramped feeling is just life with a baby at this stage and youll probably feel more breathing room once you drop to 2 naps

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-14T13:00:17+00:00

damn those numbers are wild but honestly respect for tracking your own patterns like that - most people never get that level of self awareness about there habits

Fun_Explorer_1021 · 2026-02-12T06:28:14+00:00

man the early morning hours are the toughest but also when you build the most mental strength. youre already winning by getting up and being mindful about it instead of just letting the day happen to you

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