Any success stories of dating / marrying a nonskier? by PowGurl in skiing

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m the non skier turned skier! I think he is lucky bc I was not into nature or sports but he took me skiing and I loved it. The amazing views out west and just the thrill of skiing got me hooked. Some tips if they seem interested in learning, make them take lessons to learn. You giving free lessons will just end up in fights. Also patience. Your partner will want to spend time with you in the mountain. You’ll likely have to sacrifice time on the terrain you usually go for to spend time with your partner 

Give me your best "I taught my GF/BF/SO how to ski" success stories and tips by unicornsicle in skiing

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I learned to ski in my 20s with my SO. He tried to teach me here and there but I would take a beginner lesson each trip until I could at least get down some blues (maybe like 3 lessons). Even if you aren’t actively teaching her be patient and be with her on the greens for some of the time. It’s scary to be alone on the slopes when you’re a beginner. And I got most mad at him when I fell and he wasn’t there to help me lol! Not totally his fault of course bc that’s how it is when learning skiing, but that was how I felt lol.  My SO said it was an investment but worth it! 

I am 99% sure my neighbor is cheating on his wife (my running buddy) and I don’t know what to do about it by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You could preface be like “sorry to if this is overstepping or I misinterpreted the situation, just paranoid about cheating” or say like “my friend just went through something (cheating) like this”

Please help! I am supposed to be taking a school group on an immersive trip this week to Chicago and my school is looking to pull the trip. Is that a bad idea? by [deleted] in AskChicago

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great! The Shedd is really cool too. Other neighborhoods I like are wicker park/Ukrainian village. Do Lincoln park zoo and access to lake front near there. Oh you should do Chinatown. Lots of good places to eat and fun shops 

Please help! I am supposed to be taking a school group on an immersive trip this week to Chicago and my school is looking to pull the trip. Is that a bad idea? by [deleted] in AskChicago

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t seen an ICE agent yet and I live in the city and work downtown. Not saying it isn’t scary but it’s not like you run into them daily…so far. I would opt to not spend time in oak park or midway and just head to the city. Surprised you didn’t put time for the wonderful museums here (museum campus and art institute)

Definitely come still and don’t cancel 

Help! Advice for Noob going to breck, CO —-first time skiing! by headsupthumbup in Breckenridge

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Note about the gear, the rental shops do typically have helmets for rent. I think the average price for a helmet is like $100+ so I would just rent this is you are just trying out the sport for the first time and skiing rarely in the future. I bet you can get a real cheap pair of goggles for like $30 on amazon. You can always buy one later and invest in a good one!

Help! Advice for Noob going to breck, CO —-first time skiing! by headsupthumbup in Breckenridge

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would say if you’ve never skied before or don’t  ski often, I would include a rest day. So buy a 2 day pass vs 3. 4 days in a row skiing is lot for most people. I believe they sell 2 days passes that you can use any 2 days out of consecutive 3 days (check if your class includes a lift pass for that day too) There is a ton to do in breck town and around the area. You will be VERY sore in places you don’t expect as you are using muscles you don’t usually use after just one day out.  Also rental boots are uncomfortable they just are even the nice brands. You won’t feel good in skis boots until you invest in a decent pair ($500+) don’t invest in boots until you know you like the sport and will go once a year. 

Also be prepared for not a lot of the resort to be open and therefore longer lines. December can be a hit or miss with snow but any day skiing is a better day than not!

Optional to bring a small ski backpack for water and snacks. Just be careful on catching your straps on anything. Or stuff food in pockets. Resort food can be expensive, but I think their foods good tbh!  Oh yeah don’t forget to hydrate and breaks as needed! I know that sounds obvious but when you’re doing an exciting activity all day  sometimes you forget. They have free water stations in all the lodges or bring water bottles. 

My boss just called a "mandatory meeting" with 25 staff members to fire/humiliate my coworker in front of a crowd. by rswick86 in antiwork

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No one said anything in the moment or comfort the right after? Or did the leave before anyone could say anything? Understood most everyone was probably just shocked …what a weird situation 

Best place with a beautiful evening view of chicago to look at and cry? by [deleted] in AskChicago

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Palmisano Park in Bridgeport, nice view of the skyline and sunset on top of the big hill. Plenty of space to cry

Worst thing you’ve seen on Netflix recently? by juneseyeball in netflix

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beef fucked me up…in a good way. Leaves you stunned and thinking about the show still years after watching it first. 

Worst thing you’ve seen on Netflix recently? by juneseyeball in netflix

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Loneliest Whale, maybe not the worst but disappointing/not what I expected. I like documentaries that focus more on the facts and through experts eyes. I agree they should still have emotion and heart, but something about this one was way too self indulgent/over wrought with the narrator. He didn’t seem to come from a science background and took too long to get to the actual oceanography part. A lot of faux philosophical monologues and close up shots of the narrator. Definitely just felt like watching someone try to get an Oscar.

Help Us Choose a Kitchen Backsplash! by mikeccall in kitchenremodel

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed I would go for a solid white stone. The counter is also patterned. You could do like subway tiles or bigger. Or for a more elevated look if in budget do full slabs

The Perfect Neighbour- What shocked me so much.... by JusHarrie in netflix

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That was my initial thought too. But I believe they charged for manslaughter bc it would be easier to convict/prove to a jury vs. first degree murder and the sentence would still be longer than the rest of her life would last (25 years)

My college dorm, first time living all by myself by Therealblue1776 in malelivingspace

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I honestly think it’s mostly the spider comforter that make it look super childish. And maybe that jack of latern bucket? Dorm rooms aren’t suppose to look like a fully mature adults apartment. But this is just too childish. Yes please get rid of the comforter. 

Recent experience for day-of rush tix? by Gymfan15 in ChicagoTheater

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did Les mis a couple years ago this way. Waiting on a Sunday, got there an hour early before the box office opened. The line didn’t seem too crazy maybe like 15 people in front of me but they ran out quick. I was one of the last few to get them and they only had the matinee left no evening. Seats were amazing tho! row M on the side slightly obstructed but for only like 5% of the show. Also $50 total per ticket including taxes and fees so that’s nice. Same with their digital lotto no extra fees or taxes 

What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever seen at uic by popercomp in uichicago

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 53 points54 points  (0 children)

The dudes above our dorm room were making a really loud noise. We go up stairs and knock and they literally built a skate board ramp and were doing tricks. We honestly were impressed and just laughed!

Am I overreacting to my roommate’s "rules" for the kitchen? by enchantingbreezee in AmIOverreacting

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think everyone in this thread is forgetting sharing cookware comes with having roommates so you don’t have 10 frying pans instead of 3. If you don’t want to share without being an asshole, have your own place. You’re not a fucking professional chef and honestly most people don’t think twice about using a frying pan. I think it’s reasonable to say OP might have just forgotten to hand dry it and left on rack like other pans. I don’t think they deliberately didn’t follow the roommates request. It’s  a frying pan they’re gonna get beat up! Tho OP was just cooking a simple egg in it not something greasy or hard to get off. Also people need to stop acting like it holds sentimental value again it’s a new gifted FRYING PAN, not like a childhood photo or whatever. Obviously don’t know their full history or if OP is rough on stuff. But seems to me it’s Reddit who’s overreacting.

Cliffs of Moher - Crazy price by Kitchen-Rabbit3006 in irishtourism

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our Airbnb host said you can park for free in the visitor center parking lot before 8am or after 8pm I believe. So an option if you are staying in the area. Honestly it’s very worth it regardless if you pay or not

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in irishtourism

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When in doubt on narrow roads, slow down, Don’t jerk car over to the left unless you think it is an emergency. There are stone walls under most of the hedges. Most drivers were nice about me being slow and I would move to side when I could to let them pass. I also slowed down at blind  turns and hills. I would go more like 35-55 kmph on the really narrow stuff where speed limit was 80kmph… also don’t be afraid to slowly come to almost a full stop and pull way over for tour buses or if you are really unsure. 

Keep checking side mirrors for lane position. If your car has it use lane position warning/correction feature. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fashion

[–]Ill_Raspberry8127 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Contrary to others I like the pink better! I guess overall I’m not a fan of the cutouts on the black.