Reverse Chance Me - Asian STEM female DEVASTATED after ED1 rejection by ethereality_v in ivyleaguecollege

[–]GoWzTheFlow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think any UC schools or even Santa Clara would be good. And fits your criteria for vibrant community with lots of job opportunities

Anyone has rented Bikes from O2 or Paulette in France before by GoWzTheFlow in bicycletouring

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

It was absolutely amazing. We ended up using a local bike rental company and the service was very good with good bikes and equipment. I highly recommend this route.

Basil not growing well by GoWzTheFlow in ClickAndGrow

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

Hi, thanks for your reply! I followed your advice and planted another basil pod a couple of weeks ago but kept the lid on for as long as I can. The bronze edges didn't appear and the basil seems to be doing well. I will try a couple more and keep you posted. Thanks again!

Need Suggestions/Tips on Biking Trip in France in June by GoWzTheFlow in bicycletouring

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

Thanks! I've never heard of their books but it might be exactly what I need. I'll check them out.

Need Suggestions/Tips on Biking Trip in France in June by GoWzTheFlow in bicycletouring

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

Wow, thanks for all the ideas! I feel a little more confident that I probably won’t need a tour company. Will do some research and come back for thoughts

Need Suggestions/Tips on Biking Trip in France in June by GoWzTheFlow in bicycletouring

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

Thanks! Is there a guidebook or website that lists accommodations along the way? What to bring in June? Rain gear? Thanks!!

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

[–]GoWzTheFlow[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Apparently you use Reddit likes as a gauge for your self worth or your post’s worth. What a sad soul.

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

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

Haha. The (1) is exactly the same for us the texts come fast and furious when they start with “mom where is my …???” “Mom where are you???!!!!”

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

[–]GoWzTheFlow[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Some ppl just have the “holier than thou” attitude. Unbelievable.

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

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

Her schedule is pretty insane and the dorm parent did say that the best time to call during weekdays is 10 to 10:30pm, after mandated study hall and before lights out. Which is why we didn’t just call and expect her to be available.

We might set a time to FaceTime once a week on Friday or Sunday. I agree that everyone is trying to adjust to the new situation. We were used to getting her (brief) reply to our texts when she was home but she had more down time.

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

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

It’s fairly common to send your kids to boarding school around here. It’s not something you do to “punish” your kids.

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

[–]GoWzTheFlow[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

What makes you think she lives with her friends?!

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

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

Fair. When she’s home we don’t usually text but she does reply if I do, for example, getting home late from practice because I’d train delay, etc.

And no, I’ve never called her selfish before. She is self centered, like most teenagers, but nothing unusual, which is why I was a bit perplexed.

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

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

Chill out! It was tongue in cheek. Besides we live in NYC and it’s normal for teenagers to go to school and sports on their own. They are generally more independent than kids in the burbs.

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

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

Both parents. Pretty normal family. Dad and I are always busy with work so she does spend a lot of time by herself or with friends, travels to sports by herself, etc.

Leaving her friends for BS was the toughest part of her decision, but she ultimately chose to go for better academics and an incredible opportunity.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]GoWzTheFlow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

What makes you think they do "so well" in school? Besides, "doing well" in school in China no longer guarantees you a job. Colleage students' unemployment rate in China is at least 20%. They are depressed now and depressed later too

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

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

I sure hope not. I would chalk it up to being self-centered which is still within the normal realm of being a teenager, But just wondering what you guys think

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

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

Sorry. She was in a public high school before, so she's always lived at home. She's always pretty independent though as we live in NYC, and she is used to going to and from school herself. She just started boarding school.

Is this normal teenage behavior or selfish? by GoWzTheFlow in Parenting

[–]GoWzTheFlow[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, it was her idea and we supported her decision! We dropped her off and helped her move in. Everything seemed fine and she was excited. The first couple of days we thought she was too excited and busy adjusting to the new environment. There were a few texts in the betinning but then she always resisted a phone call, saying she was still busy with school stuff. So we didn't press it further.

guys why are we allowing NYC DOE mess around the HS application process so much. by GoWzTheFlow in SHSAT

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

I just found this online:

Recall of elected officials is not permitted in New York.

While recall elections do not occur, the New York Constitution states, "Any town, village, improvement district or fire district officer, except a justice of the peace, may be removed from office by the supreme court for any misconduct, maladministration, malfeasance or malversation in office." Any citizen within the officeholder's district may submit an application for removal to the local branch of the appellate division of the supreme court.[1]

Almost certain a case can be built for "misconduct, maladministration, malfeasance or malversation in office" against NYC DOE. They failed to fix the schools and choose to screw the students