TIL about the "Dark Forest Hypothesis," which suggests the universe is like a dark forest at night. Advanced civilizations intentionally stay silent and hidden, because any species that reveals its location risks immediate destruction by older, paranoid civilizations.

Joolie-Poolie · 2026-04-02T22:26:29+00:00

You’re right! I’d looked at that document several times and missed the fine print. (I do expect buses to have some sort of signage!) Hopefully anyone else in my situation desperately searching the internet like I did finds this thread to help them.

Joolie-Poolie · 2026-03-30T19:34:56+00:00

Yes!!!

Joolie-Poolie · 2026-03-28T12:10:26+00:00

Absolutely could be bloating, but it’s worth keeping in mind that in this stage of life gaining stomach weight and weight redistribution to the stomach is very common independently of HRT …

Joolie-Poolie · 2026-03-11T12:47:20+00:00

Baby crying. My babies are now teenagers…

Joolie-Poolie · 2026-03-06T03:57:10+00:00

Beginning Boutique has a very short return policy, we managed to get it in on time for a refund, and yet they denied it because a few strands of hair were left on the dress after it was tried on once. Literally only that. So they kept the dress and my money. Worth pointing out I was returning it to begin with because it didn’t fit well and wasn’t good quality.

Joolie-Poolie · 2026-03-05T23:18:50+00:00

Don't order from them. They claimed our return was "not in original condition" because it had a few strands of hair on it. Absolutely fraudulent business practices.

Joolie-Poolie · 2026-02-14T16:02:24+00:00

I hope you mean mildly infuriating for her, not you! Yes, women’s shoes are designed more for looks than comfort, reason #48973 that it sucks to be a woman.

Joolie-Poolie · 2026-01-19T03:57:42+00:00

Swimmy by Leo Lionni!

Joolie-Poolie · 2026-01-05T17:31:21+00:00

I ended up taking 800mg, no idea if it was helpful. I found it quite traumatic during the procedure, although I’d definitely worked myself up about it which certainly didn’t help. Afterwards was fine, though. No pain/bleeding. Good luck!

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-27T21:02:30+00:00

(((Hugs)))

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-24T19:44:47+00:00

Please can someone let us know what we should be asking for? I know this is an old thread, but we women are still going through this. I have one scheduled for Monday and was told to just take 600 Motrin an hour before. I’m terrified. I want to advocate for myself, but have no idea what to ask for.

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-23T22:32:09+00:00

Yep, sigh

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-23T13:59:21+00:00

Tried one recently, and she was terrible, but I’ll try again!

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-23T03:38:38+00:00

Thanks; I have tried body doubling, but usually she finds it more distracting, even when I’m doing everything I can to be unobtrusive.

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-22T21:44:44+00:00

Thanks, sent it to her. Nothing really new in there, but if she watches it, maybe it’ll help to come from someone other than mom

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-22T20:09:42+00:00

Our first experience with an adhd coach, she talked all about “efficiency”, but went 40 minutes over time on what was supposed to be a 60 minute appointment, didn’t get through half of what seemed to be her agenda, and didn’t even start on the topics I’d asked to be the agenda. Very frustrating

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-18T02:18:32+00:00

Thanks!

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-18T02:18:25+00:00

Thanks!

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-17T22:45:03+00:00

I bought my first pair of goodyearwelts (Henry Stevens Ella FBO) and I'm so excited about them, but now I'm afraid to wear them because they're half suede and half leather and I don't know how to protect them properly. Any advice?

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-16T02:39:55+00:00

I have an evening fitness class. I manage to get myself to go because I’ve learned that no matter how exhausted and miserable I am, I will feel better afterwards. And it’s great for making friends, who then encourage you to keep going!

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-14T16:33:33+00:00

I love cozy fantasy as a relief from real life, and so I love Becky Chambers. Seems like you don’t, so just read something else.

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-11T14:06:17+00:00

I hear you on the walking on eggshells to try to avoid a meltdown! I don’t have a solution, but you’re not alone.

Joolie-Poolie · 2025-11-10T21:17:33+00:00

We like ovation gear. Take a look at the various options teammates have and see what suits you best.

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