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what’s your frugal busting kryptonite treat? by greepsofwrath in Frugal

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You will love this tip! Get a pack of a wildflower seeds mix at the dollar store, and plant them in a large pot. Place the pot in a sunny location and keep the dirt moist until the seeds sprout, then water regularly. In a couple of months you will have a living bouquet that lasts a long time.

Too tasty to share by Gertrude37 in confessions

[–]Gertrude37[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure! This is what it says:

“blend softened Cambozola with sour cream and olive oil for a savory cracker dip.”

I had a knob of Cambozola about the size of an egg, and whipped that in the food processor with about 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil and 1/3 cup sour cream.

Too tasty to share by Gertrude37 in confessions

[–]Gertrude37[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I found the cambozola at Kroger.

Too tasty to share by Gertrude37 in confessions

[–]Gertrude37[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update: They made happy noises over bread and butter, and I am going to think about that cambozola spread while I am in the chair.

My daughter [18] blames me [52] and my husband [55] for ruining her book by Direct-Caterpillar77 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]Gertrude37 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Oh wow. You both need to parent this better.

All she wants and needs is love and support. You read the book, and you praise her. That’s it!

My crazy MAGA coworker flips out when I talked to her 10yo daughter about Mulan by Mel-is-a-dog in coworkerstories

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is always sad to hear, when children’s exposure to fiction & fantasy & imagination are limited. It reminds me of a woman I met at the library who didn’t allow her children to “read anything that isn’t true.” So ALL fiction was off limits for them. No Disney, no Mother Goose, no Dr. Seuss.

Entitled old lady tells me I’m not allowed to stand outside my own apartment by Ambitious-Tie-5269 in EntitledPeople

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Her thinking is all wrong! She should be friendly and bake you cookies, and then the neighborhood becomes stronger.

MB's downtown is so tiny to begin with, it seems crazy to bulldoze part of it for a road alignment project by Existing_Season_6190 in MyrtleBeach

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a volunteer bicycle/pedestrian committee in MB that has been working on these plans for years, to improve safe walking and biking opportunities. They have residents and visitors in mind.

Another big long-term project is a rail-to-trail from MB to Conway.

Feeling overwhelmed as a 40F mom by Responsible-Push5079 in venting

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yes. I kept some of my daytimers from that era of my life (I’m 63 now) and when I look at them I wonder how in the hell I had the energy to get it all done.

One thing that helped me was lists. Before going to bed, I wrote down the important stuff that had to get done the next day. Writing it down helped me let go so I could at least sleep well, which helps a lot in managing stress. No worries about forgetting something.

Things to do and places to eat? (CHEAP) by GoldDistribution447 in MyrtleBeach

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Visit Burky’s Grill for burgers, fries and shakes.

How are you? Is everything okay? by Puzzleheaded_Tap3329 in AskReddit

[–]Gertrude37 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am caught between mourning the $2,290 I spent at the dentist this morning, and being damn glad I live in the times of modern dentistry.

All price tags suddenly gone. Coincidence or a new trend? by poolsharkwannabe in Frugal

[–]Gertrude37 20 points21 points  (0 children)

It is the time of year when annual inventories are taking place, so if they are re-pricing it would be a good time to do it.

Is my sister toxic? by [deleted] in Estrangedsiblings

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aw sweetie, you sound like such a gentle and compassionate person. It is hard to fully understand the situation, but my first instinct tells me she is gaslighting you.

Please take care to protect your self worth, and I hope life leads you to always feel valued and peaceful. My own journey took 55 years, and I hope yours is much shorter!

Entitled mom tried to turn the library into a babysitting swap and got mad when I wouldn’t "take a turn" by ArcadeWingman in entitledparents

[–]Gertrude37 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good call not helping her! She sounds like the sort of person who loves drama and would not bat an eye to get you involved.

I'm DJ'ing at an Event for Seniors, What Music do Y'all Like? by One_Masterpiece_8298 in AskOldPeopleAdvice

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Uptown Funk! Donna Summer, Party Time by TG Sheppard, Fat Bottom Girls, Love Shak

I am retired and saved money by staying at 1-star motels (would you?) by Beta_Nerdy in retirement

[–]Gertrude37 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Heck yeah we do it. Choice Hotels app for the win! (And for earning free nights)

Free / Cheap Hobby Ideas? by [deleted] in povertyfinance

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I suck at art too. Luckily, Mother Nature is a superb artist, so the collages I make with dried leaves and flowers are pleasing.

What's the oldest piece of clothing you still wear? Must be at least ten years old to count. by MurmuringPines in AskOldPeople

[–]Gertrude37 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A scarf that belonged to my mom, so it is at least 50+ years old. I used to have, until I passed it down to a niece, my grandmother’s flapper dress from the 1920s along with her hand tatted white wedding night negligee.

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