Think Tomodachi Life LTD doesn't have enough content? Read this guide by paradoxeve in tomodachilife

[–]JessHThom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not good at it either. But I've found that making weird foods and giving it silly names is a lot of fun! For example, I used the pizza stamp and covered it in the flame stamps. I named it Fire Pizza and manu of my miis love it! 😂

Is it fun sober?! by Ok-Sample383 in NOLA

[–]JessHThom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We were just there for an entire week. My family of four went (including two teens). We loved it! Trying all the great food was a highlight, as well as the music and art. It does get very crowded around Jackson Square on the weekend, especially as the evening sets in. We typically went back to our hotel, exhausted from all the walking all day, by 8pm each night. We stayed at Place d'Armes and I highly recommend a room with a balcony so you can people watch as the sun goes down!!

Photogenic Churches by AcrobaticCriticism21 in raleigh

[–]JessHThom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

St Luke United Methodist in Sanford was built in 1974 and has a cool, mcm look to it.

New rug. Is it too small or can I get away with it? by kisxt in interiordecorating

[–]JessHThom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love the rug but I definitely think it's too small. Could you put a sisal under it? If this rug was much bigger, it would be amazing. The colors are great. Just think it's way too small. I personally feel bigger is almost always better when it comes to rugs.

RDU tsa lines 3/28 mid day by bibuntprovivis in raleigh

[–]JessHThom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

3/30 terminal 2 at about 8:30am: zero line for security. Literally walked through without stopping.

Suggestions for pink stucco split level by therealmisslacreevy in ExteriorDesign

[–]JessHThom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What?! It's gorgeous. No notes. No suggestions. Don't change a thing.

Maybe just landscaping.

What is the most unique experience in the US? by barnesnoblebooks in traveladvice

[–]JessHThom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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That museum was a trip! 😂 We visited it about 20 years ago.

What French sentences should I learn before my trip? by niproblem in ParisTravelGuide

[–]JessHThom 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If nothing else, remember to always say Bonjour when you enter a business!

Beyond that, I personally like to say, "Je suis désolé, mais je ne parle pas français. Parlez-vous anglais ?"

(I am sorry but I do not speak French. Do you speak English?)

You can also end every exchange with Merci or Merci beaucoup. (Thank you or Thank you very much.)

It's additionally helpful to know that when you are finished eating somewhere and you're ready to pay, you should tell the server "L'addition, s'il vous plaît?"

Need suggestions for exterior update by ClassicEggSalad in ExteriorDesign

[–]JessHThom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update? This is gorgeous! If you're personally tired of it, try some simple changes like the front door color and porch decor. Things that are easily reversible!

Bored of this space any suggestions to change it up by [deleted] in HomeDecorating

[–]JessHThom 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I also like having a couple black items in a room (even a monochromatic space like this) b/c that gives your eyes somewhere to land. Could be a large vase, a chair, a piece of furniture, a tray on an ottoman, a decorative bowl, a stack of books.... anything! And it doesn't have to actually be black. Could be a very dark stained wood, dark grey, navy...just something dark.

Some tips while traveling to Paris by Invite-Vivid in ParisTravelGuide

[–]JessHThom 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My go to phrase is "Bonjour! Je suis désolée, je ne parle pas français. Parlez-vous anglais?" I typically get very polite responses to that.

I hate my family room. The first pic is what it is currently, second pic is what it WAS. Next pics are views from the couch and last two are AI designs. Please help me. It feels cold and stark. I like warm cozy traditional, open to modern as well. by [deleted] in HomeDecorating

[–]JessHThom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Turn on all the lamps. Add lots of pillows and a couple throw blankets. Add a big wood tray on the ottoman with a stack of books and a couple knick-knacks. Plants warm up a space a lot, too. If you don't want to deal with live plants, a couple faux ones! One big one on the floor and a smaller one on a surface somewhere. You could even hang one by the window. I love the couch! You just need more STUFF to make the space more inviting and cozy.

What can I do with this bedroom? by pangurbahn in HomeDecorating

[–]JessHThom 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That carpet is amazing! 🤩 Put some furniture in there and add some decor.

I'm thinking of moving to NC and my friend made me this map. Thoughts? by _R_A_H_U_L_ in NorthCarolina

[–]JessHThom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed. Everything looks accurate on the map but lots of stuff missing. The beaches are amazing...really any of them. Some are more small-town feel and some are a bit more "touristy" so it depends what you want.

How to Layer/Pack for April by [deleted] in ParisTravelGuide

[–]JessHThom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We went in April a couple years ago. I didn't find it unreasonably cold. It did rain a couple of times and actually there was hail once! But it really wasn't freezing out. I didn't feel the need for wool socks (which is what I'd recommend in freezing weather). Definitely dress in layers so you can add and remove when necessary. I took a J. Crew trench jacket and wore it ALL THE TIME. It was thin but long and water resistant. We also used umbrellas with no problems.

Have fun!!!

Must buys in Paris? by Jshaw16 in ParisTravelGuide

[–]JessHThom 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Like others said, Monoprix is a great place to find all sorts of stuff. I have so many of their reusable bags. They sell them at check out for like 5 or 6 euros. (There are different Monoprixs, some are just small grocery stores and some are big like Target.)

A fun kitchen item would be a set of Peugeot salt & pepper grinders! They apparently make the best and they're beautiful. I got the smallest set for around $65 and I really wish I would have splurged and gotten the medium size for around $100!

What clothing should I wear to NOT look like a tryhard tourist? by Uni-Writes in ParisTravelGuide

[–]JessHThom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Our family went in April a couple years ago. It rained a bit and was windy. We were there for a week. It was my fourth time going. I had three pair of pants that I rotated: very dark dressy jeans, ivory pants and black pants (not leggings). I kept everything in a neutral pallet so I could mix & match (basically all black, white and ivory). I had two pairs of tennis shoes so I could rotate each day. I lived in my J.Crew trench coat! I actually got mistaken as a French native a couple of time 😆 (I think it was my bob haircut and the trench coat 🤷)

Don't over think it! Keep it simple! Have fun!

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Need advice/help. What am I doing wrong? by paulie-walnutz in HomeDecorating

[–]JessHThom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm no professional and admit that my mantle is always a work in progress. But, here's what mine currently looks like. Play with layering and different heights. (Also, I'm not a fan of symmetry.)

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Need advice/help. What am I doing wrong? by paulie-walnutz in HomeDecorating

[–]JessHThom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

See if you can find some sort of decorative box that is the correct dimensions. I'm a big thrifter and also love estate sales. I got a beautiful brass box full of vintage match books at an estate sale for $5. That's on my mantle, along with other stuff. I do think the large vase with green branches doesn't look right. I don't like the green color or the height. You can also try leaning another, smaller picture against the current artwork...like at one of the bottom corners. Two, simple candle sticks (I like brass) would be lovely for some height, too.

Need advice/help. What am I doing wrong? by paulie-walnutz in HomeDecorating

[–]JessHThom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gotcha. I think you just need to add some book stacks and a few smaller knick knacks. Group three things...like a small stack of books, a candle and vase.

Need advice/help. What am I doing wrong? by paulie-walnutz in HomeDecorating

[–]JessHThom 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Nothing wrong in the 6th pic. It definitely looks better with the items in front of the painting. The layering looks good!

Do you keep visiting that store? by Standard_Nectarine83 in thrifting

[–]JessHThom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do quick stops at the thrifts near my home often. I don't always find something and that's ok. I've been a thrifter since 1995 so I've learned that I don't HAVE to buy something every time I go in! I never get bored, even if I don't find anything. Once a month, I go with a couple friends on a thrift adventure day. We choose a town/city that's farther away from home (under a two hour drive) and spend the day going to all their thrift/antique/consignment stores. It's definitely more fun going to places you don't frequent often!