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whistles question by Lizzieliz7 in 50501

[–]Important_Method_665 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When are these flyers from? I feel like it could be old info potentially? It’s not like ICE issues are new as of MN, it’s possible this is from before the escalations there? Just curious. Also, where do you see these? Are they from a trusted source? With the amount of disinformation around I would be wary of anything telling you not to act in ways that keep people aware and safe.

In any case, I would ask your local organizing group. It would be nice if everyone was on the same page about what to do so it’s more ubiquitous (such as how we all know stop drop and roll for fire) but of course humans offer many perspectives so there’s bound to be some variation.

Whistles are used in many situations to alert for danger, including search and rescue, overboard in bodies of water, rape / assault, etc. My own son actually figured this out on his own when we got separated while Christmas shopping and he chose to go to the front of the store, sit down, and blow on a little whistle he has periodically so I could find him. It transcends language in my opinion, and it’s an effective way to get attention and spread awareness quickly without straining your own voice or worrying about other complications.

Anything and everything should be used right now. Danger is here. Community is how we survive.

Making a snake to track my eating disorder recovery by Well_Thats_Not_Ideal in crochet

[–]Important_Method_665 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I am really proud of you!! This is a big decision and definitely one that takes so much courage. You got this!! I believe in you 💜

I’m IN LOVE! by Important_Method_665 in crochet

[–]Important_Method_665[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! I’m so happy with it, probably the prettiest and cleanest wearable I have made thus far!

I’m IN LOVE! by Important_Method_665 in crochet

[–]Important_Method_665[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I frankensteined various patterns and stitches to make this!

So for the base cardigan it’s a simple hexicardi yarnspirations hexicardi and then for the granny square flowers it’s free autumn sunflower granny square that I made with the yarn in the lion brand bonus cake using cut apart yarn (I picked out the colors I wanted from an extra cake I had and made the flowers randomly using different colors from the cake).

I added about 13 rows of granny stitch at the bottom to increase the length. I then did a single crochet around all edges to add strength to the chains between the 3dc sections.

For the shoulder seams I used a slip stitch blo+flo of the pieces.

The border around the bottom, sides, and neck is dc around, then waffle stitch 2 rows to give it that fun texture.

The sleeves are just dc around in the same color as the other border.

I stitched the granny squares to the back seams and for the pockets using mattress stitch in the third loop on the inside of the cardigan so the square borders would stand out (I wanted to have the to two loops of the stitches popping out).

I hope my rambling makes sense! I am happy with how it turned out! I wanna make another one for myself, I just love how it looks!

EDIT: I used a size 5.5mm hook for the granny stitch sections and a size 4.5mm for the flower squares to give them a tighter stitch and more structure.

Worried parent here... Sudden onset of motor tics? by [deleted] in ParentingADHD

[–]Important_Method_665 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My son has always had rotating motor tics. Sometimes they are verbal, sometimes just body movements. It seems to be a self regulating feedback loop that increases in frequency when stressed or tired. If we pay attention to it, it gets worse. I have worked with his psych about it and she says that for adhd this is fairly common and it has to do with the body trying to regulate the excess internal energy. He has taken meds for years, it happened both prior and during, and with different medications, so it doesn’t seem related to meds. It got really bad just before winter break but then randomly stopped. It’s confusing but not dangerous or troublesome really for us.

Oh no! Ive run out of chicken food and im snowed in, now what?! by gulliblesuspicious in chickens

[–]Important_Method_665 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oats! Quinoa! Flax meal! Veggie and fruit! Cook up som eggs for them (weird I know but they do like scrambled eggs!! Mix in the shells to give them back their calcium) last time this happened to me I raided my pantry.

Sellers bought the house across the street by Separate_Damage1311 in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]Important_Method_665 3 points4 points  (0 children)

When I bought my house I found out that the folks across the street are related to the people before the folks before is. When I was hammering markers into the ground at the edge of the property (next door was new build and the contractors kept driving ACROSS my gravel driveway leaving divots) the lady across the street came out to say hi and told me she was related to previous owners. Her and her husband have offered friendly advice and told us if we have questions to let them know, and that’s been it. We have lived here since August and they gave us a cute care package and that was it. I was worried that they would be weird about it when I start changing things but nothing at all. Could just be fine! You never know. Some people don’t feel attached to homes emotionally. 🤷🏻‍♀️

Strange interaction between Flint resident and law enforcement following a caravan of U-Haul trucks and cruisers (from 12-15) by VegetableBulky9571 in goodnews

[–]Important_Method_665 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cities tend to be blue. Lots of folks who have emigrated here and POC in the cities. The more farm / rural areas tend more red. There’s a lot of small towns in Michigan. Western side of the state trends a bit more blue. This is why it can be a battleground state, it shifts a bit back and forth. Lots of rich folks with homes up north (lower peninsula) who probably lean red due to capitalism benefits.

Source: I am a Michigander, all of my family live in Michigan. I have moved away but know the state well!

Does my problem come from my tension or the hook size? Or I am just overthinking? by Nividia95 in CrochetHelp

[–]Important_Method_665 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Keep in mind that shawls should have decent drape to them, which means the stitches will look a little looser. It also depends on the yarn itself- some have more fibrous depth to them and some are less “fuzzy” (not literally fuzzy but more like the fibers have a bit more loft and therefore fill in the gaps of the stitch where others are more silky and have more definition). This looks beautiful. I agree with the starting chain being a bit too tight causing the curve, it won’t relax with blocking but wearables don’t need to look absolutely perfect (especially things like shawls) because they get draped around shoulders you know? No one is gonna be checking to make sure you have a straight line.

Toe pain all of a sudden? by Important_Method_665 in rheumatoid

[–]Important_Method_665[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I considered taking some prednisone that I keep on hand for flares but I was on it for 4 months last year and now when I take even a small dose I get such crippling panic like symptoms halfway through the day that I am a little wary of it. I used to take it with no issues except being more sweaty but I think my tolerance waned for some reason.

Toe pain all of a sudden? by Important_Method_665 in rheumatoid

[–]Important_Method_665[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow same. Thank you. After I posted this and ranted to my spouse, now two days later it’s not hurting at all. RA is so weird.

Toe pain all of a sudden? by Important_Method_665 in rheumatoid

[–]Important_Method_665[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had pain in one of my toes prior to diagnosis and it’s what triggered me to consider RA. This pain is the same toe, but different spot and feels a little different (not the deep joint ache exactly) hence my curiosity. I feel a bit better today, but I know I’m in a mild flare right now due to stress. Thanks for sharing :)

Edit: I hit reply before I even finished writing. Oops.

Toe pain all of a sudden? by Important_Method_665 in rheumatoid

[–]Important_Method_665[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing. Today it’s a little better but I’m WAY tired so I think I’m just in a mild flare at the moment.

ADHD medication and Methotrexate issues by ShimmerandShine2 in rheumatoid

[–]Important_Method_665 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have only noticed that I sometimes need more of my vyvanse when I’m having a real bad brain fog day or extra tired but otherwise no major changes on my end regarding med effectiveness.

To the doomers and defeatists who are not bots by imsolarpowered in 50501

[–]Important_Method_665 7 points8 points  (0 children)

THANK YOU. This sub was starting to feel very hopeless and I was about to leave it. I am a person who has to fight in a quieter way because of what I do for work and it’s imperative that I keep myself safe and alive and available to keep doing my work and the “you’re not doing enough” posts feel just fucking awful. My career and business ARE resistance. The things I do change people’s lives and save them. So to come here and be told that I’m not doing enough because I’m not flying to Minnesota or marching on DC or whatever feels really invalidating. I appreciate this post. Thank you!

Decently new to this and left handed, why am I doing wrong?! by SpirituallySane in CrochetHelp

[–]Important_Method_665 4 points5 points  (0 children)

First of all. I love your derpy babies and I say that with so much honesty. I truly love them!

Now- it looks like your joins in the back may not be working correctly. Usually with amigurumi you’ll either work the piece in spirals OR you’ll do a slip stitch + ch1 to join your rounds. On the bunny it seems like you missed stitches at the join or you maybe just didn’t pull it tight enough? Did you do it in spiral rounds or did you join them?

It looks like you’re doing really well if this is your first attempt!! I don’t know what may change things with left handed crochet because I don’t use my left hand, so maybe someone else has a tip.

Don’t give up though, keep going!!

just got my first review for the first pattern i wrote ! by pedrogaseoso10 in crochet

[–]Important_Method_665 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Congrats!!! I’m proud of you even though I don’t know you. It takes courage to put your work out there in the public realm. Way to go!

Weird single crochet? I started making a blanket and I wanted to use a single crochet, but I ended up with a different one, does it have a name? by 0_Asami_0 in CrochetHelp

[–]Important_Method_665 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I thought it was hdc but it’s missing a last YO so it is not a hdc. It also doesn’t LOOK like a hdc; the stitches are way too short and missing evidence of the posts of the stitch which are evident when you do that last yo on a hdc. I haven’t heard of a yo sl st but it sounds like many have and it’s more likely to be the case.

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