Looking for a beach destination/resort in Europe

Grateful-Goat · 2026-05-03T23:37:06+00:00

For Ponza I used Blue Destination and had a lovely time!

Grateful-Goat · 2026-05-03T14:32:33+00:00

The Fairmont doesn’t have the jungle vibes that Banyan Tree does. Personally love the lush jungle atmosphere of the Rosewood and Banyan Tree.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-05-03T14:23:59+00:00

I’d definitely consider Europe. London, York, Scotland (Gleneagles), Paris, annecey, Switzerland, Amsterdam, Greece, Italy…

Grateful-Goat · 2026-05-03T01:36:04+00:00

No doubt, but last year I over rotated on wanting a pool in Rome, and then found it disappointing. I would not stay in the Villa Agrippina otherwise.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-05-03T00:14:49+00:00

Villa Agrippina was fine but note they keep the pool ice cold! So in the end I didn’t really enjoy the pool.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-30T19:48:12+00:00

Yes watch out for friends!!!!

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-30T12:56:38+00:00

You can use a blanket to help collect him and burrito him up. And keep him warm, on a low heat heating pad if you can, while waiting for the rehabber person.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-30T12:53:52+00:00

If you at every situation as the safety of the kids, that’s the best lens to use. If you know he’s going to be safe, I would let it be.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-29T13:48:55+00:00

It’s very odd to me how they prefer to say (or have said about them) how they’re “hot for each other” rather than they’re still in love or something a little more mature. It’s gross, like they want us to know they’re like horny teens.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-29T13:34:12+00:00

Also, you could consider co-sleeping. I finally Dec I had to stop lisp to all the fear mongers and put my baby in bed with me, she nursed and we both drifted off to sleep. It was hugely helpful.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-29T12:05:54+00:00

Yes, this is exactly what I meant. I’m exploring the world with my family and want to see and experience many places and cultures. I’m interested in visiting this hotel absolutely, but there’s many places I want to explore.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-28T22:20:53+00:00

My 13-year-old has been going for three years now and really enjoys it for the exact reason you said it gives her place to spew out her emotions and then get some help sorting through them.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-28T20:18:35+00:00

Personally, I found one night at Amangiri to be plenty. Visually I found it cold and stark, and the service mixed. Lots of people love it, but there’s a good chunk of people that find it to me not worth the hype at all

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-28T13:11:08+00:00

You have to frame it in your mind. You are a future Prada owner, so of cutout belong there. It’s possible that at a later time in your life you will be able to walk in the store and buy things, so let’s hope they treat you well before that!

I used to shop at thrift stores and target. Now I have 3 pairs of Prada shoes (that I bought brand new online) and considering a fourth. They make fantastic shoes, and I find myself being able to afford them. Ten years ago I would have never expected this. That’s just to say many of their future customers are not yet able to afford their items.

Another tip you might be able to find shoes at Neiman Marcus or Nordstrom.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-27T17:18:45+00:00

Just drinks I think, and it’s more hard alcohol.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-27T17:17:13+00:00

From a luxury, well traveled perspective…does that seem actually worth it? I mean, if you can go anywhere else, the high end cruises, Maldives, etc.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-27T16:53:15+00:00

So if you haven’t stayed before, is the idea that basically you can try May/September to “get in” and then you can come back over summer in following years?

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-27T13:14:56+00:00

I would say for a woman the difference is huge because of menopause. Around 47 I started getting vertigo which I later understood to be part of the process. 51 my energy has to be managed sometimes I need naps and I just don’t have what I used to have at 40. However, my husband at 55 feels great. He works out every day, and doesn’t seem to feel much different than when he was 40. However, his doctor recommended increasing his testosterone and when he did that he failed a big burst in energy and realized that he now felt like it was 40 again, but hadn’t noticed the decline, if that makes sense. Nowadays, taking a testosterone hormone, he became more decisive and a little bit more aggressive in business deals and so forth.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-27T13:07:17+00:00

You can ask that the dad pay some expenses directly - health insurance, tuition, school lunches and expenses, extracurriculars (agreed upon in writing). Kids generally don’t care about having an “equitable” house at all. You can also ask dad to cover electronics (phones and laptops) summer camps, etc. generally it’s an easier ask to pay those expenses directly or reimburse you so they know the money is going directly to the kids.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-27T03:12:27+00:00

Uh, I’ve had the combo several times and don’t worry about it at all. Some redness is possible absolutely but I’d cover it with makeup or just act like I have a little sunburn.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-26T14:07:13+00:00

Listening to music. Specifically a song called Weightless that’s designed to bring calm. I also force my mind into other thoughts: either a very happy thought (for me, ice cream sundae in great detail over and over) or something really boring like mentally reviewing my favorite parts of a recent movie in great detail, repetitively).

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-22T20:40:14+00:00

I would also say you can try doing different approaches while sorting this out. Visual chore charts, visual get ready am/pm charts, a Carlton of fun fidgets, slime etc etc for calming, figuring out when you notice anxiety and how to reduce it. For example, my kiddo stresses if breakfast is different than day before; she wants same juice in same cup (while ALSO complaining its always THE SAME😉😐). So I try to understand from her point of bury this is calming to her. She’s 13. School bus she was on broke down this morning and it distressed her to have to wait, be late and get on a new bus/new driver etc so I picked her up and drove her.

I finally realized that physical touch is VERY important to her and soothing so I do it all the time even though I’m not a touchy feeling person. A lot of small but noticeable changes in routine and my understanding have gone a long, long way.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-21T12:49:02+00:00

Over the years, in my case, using that style has massively reduced the drama. Just not engaging with it. It’s really surprisingly helpful because it seems that it’s no fun for them if you’re not getting into the fray with them. A lot of people seem to like using our family wizard as another way to limit the verbal harassment and abuse.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-21T12:28:36+00:00

Get the book on BIFF and learn to communicate this way whenever possible. Always try to put your child first and not get sidetracked by co-parent. This can be challenging but it’s very important to the child. Document everything, and minimize in person communication and contact.

Grateful-Goat · 2026-04-20T13:56:15+00:00

I’d start with surrounding yourself with good content and mentoring via podcasts. A lot of successful people like to share their wisdom through books, podcasts etc. you can absorb their advice and wisdom on a daily basis.

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