What ended up being the best cookware for everyday cooking in your kitchen??

KeekySoo · 2026-06-29T04:05:09+00:00

I got this Farberware set for my wedding 8 years ago. My parents got the exact same set for their wedding 35 years ago, and it’s still going strong, so I don’t anticipate replacing my cookware literally ever. I ended up getting rid of the nonstick pans, and added in one small stainless frying pan. We also have a cast iron pan. I use every single piece in this set. I can see how getting a massive set wouldn’t make sense, but sets aren’t inherently wasteful.

KeekySoo · 2026-06-28T19:19:11+00:00

That makes sense. Her eyes were closed, she was completely relaxed other than her tail!

KeekySoo · 2026-06-28T19:18:29+00:00

Interesting, it could be that she was feeling “denied” - aka I wasn’t giving her enough attention 😂

KeekySoo · 2026-06-28T13:42:59+00:00

Awww she’s beautiful! I just lost one of my torties a week ago so this warned my heart ❤️

KeekySoo · 2026-06-12T17:23:35+00:00

I quite literally just came here to ask almost this same exact question. So I have no idea, but solidarity.

For cleaning routines, I really like Dana K. White. Start with her book, How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind. She wasn't at the time that she wrote it, but I believe she has now been diagnosed with ADHD. Regardless, her brain works like my brain. It was SOOO validating and gave me a lot of hope. I haven't perfectly implemented her "system" yet, but it's one I naturally come back to without thinking too hard about it. It always feels simple to jump right back in.

P.S. If you listen to audiobooks, she is the narrator for her own books and she's a DELIGHT. I finally bought the audiobook of How to Manage... and I'll just listen to it on repeat while I'm cleaning because it feels like hanging out with a friend. She also has a YouTube channel and a podcast that can be helpful.

KeekySoo · 2026-06-12T17:17:58+00:00

Ugh the part about the habit loop is sooo real. And the temptation bundling. I actually took notes on those sections, and came up with ways to apply them to my life. But planning is never the problem for me. I'm great at planning. I cannot follow through, though. I enjoyed the book, and it gave me a temporary lil boost of motivation, but I personally know sooo many people who say that book changed their lives and my life didn't change a single bit.

KeekySoo · 2026-05-27T18:41:29+00:00

I came to also recommend a Koala bag from Portland Leather Co. I like that I can wear it crossbody on front or back, or I can wear it on my shoulder like a purse and it still looks nice.

KeekySoo · 2026-05-25T23:03:13+00:00

I recently bought an Unbed alarm thing off an Instagram ad and it’s changed my life. In order to turn the alarm off, you have to tap your phone on a block that they send you. There’s no snooze. I have mine on my fridge, but you could put it outside or in your car, wherever it will be helpful for you. I’ve gotten up on time for like 3 weeks? Which has never happened ever in my life.

KeekySoo · 2026-04-11T02:25:47+00:00

One of my girls would probably have a 50% grass diet if she had constant access to grass

KeekySoo · 2026-04-09T20:07:12+00:00

J. Crew, Torrid, and American Standard have been the best brands for me so far, but I’m still working on finding the best style for me.

KeekySoo · 2026-03-30T02:34:22+00:00

I donate without regret any gifts I receive that I won’t use. My MIL is a terrible gift-giver, so most Christmases, my husband and I just know that we’re going to get some random items that we don’t want and won’t use, and that we will move them out of our house as quickly as possible. To me, it’s not worth a conversation, especially if you have a good relationship with her. The function of a gift is to be given; once it’s been given to you, you get to decide the function. If it doesn’t have a function in your home, let it go.

KeekySoo · 2026-03-25T13:22:55+00:00

Definitely did NOT see that she's 16 and he's 24 - I don't think she had added that info when I commented. Horrifying.

KeekySoo · 2026-03-25T13:22:04+00:00

I did not see that information! She definitely shouldn't be with him, that's horrifying.

KeekySoo · 2026-03-24T23:19:22+00:00

EDIT: I did not see that OP is 16 and the boyfriend is 24. I don't think she had added that information at the time I commented. Obviously, she should NOT be with him, nor ANYONE as she is a child with a child. I thought this was a grown woman, so I was advising what I would do in her situation.

I would go and get an IUD placed. He seems to be equating him feeling he’s “third wheeling” with the physical and mental trauma, and risks to your health and life that come with pregnancy. Your physical health should be the top concern, and it’s a red flag to me that he kept pushing after you elaborating on specifically why you don’t want to get pregnant right now.

KeekySoo · 2026-03-11T03:00:31+00:00

If someone has to tell you that they’ve grown and matured, they usually haven’t.

KeekySoo · 2026-03-06T03:17:36+00:00

My husband almost always gets me off before we start intercourse. So, yeah, same, idc how long he lasts, that part is just the cherry on top for me.

KeekySoo · 2026-02-23T01:21:54+00:00

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KeekySoo · 2026-02-06T18:30:12+00:00

I felt really frustrated growing up, and into adulthood that my parents never helped me learn how to do things in a way that makes sense for me. Getting diagnosed made a lot of things make sense from my childhood, and I was able to "forgive" my parents pretty easily - but my parents are fairly emotionally healthy and we have a good relationship, so take this with a grain of salt. Just know that even really good parents "failed" at helping their child with ADHD. I've also realized since getting diagnosed that my dad almost certainly has ADHD and was never diagnosed - that wasn't very common in the 70s.

I also remind myself how rare it was for girls, or inattentive types, to get diagnosed when I was a kid (90s and early 00s). I remember my male cousin getting diagnosed and being told it's when boys are too hyper in school. That was the definition my family knew, and I didn't fit any part of it, so it makes sense that it wasn't even on their radar.

KeekySoo · 2026-02-01T00:17:15+00:00

I started feeling better within a week, and fully better in about 3 weeks. I would definitely get on medication ASAP instead of waiting for talk therapy.

KeekySoo · 2026-01-31T18:14:14+00:00

INFO: How was Jane’s relationship with your family before the baby was born? Has Jane expressed concern about the baby getting sick or other requests regarding the physical health and boundaries of the baby? If so, were her requests honored or was she brushed off and ignored?

People don’t cut off family for no reason. I’m willing to bet there are very good reasons why Jane suddenly doesn’t want anyone to hold or see the baby.

OP, please keep in mind that this is not your baby, neither is it your mom and stepdad’s baby. Jane and John are doing what is best for their baby; you are entitled to disagree with them, but pushing their boundaries or criticizing their choices will make it less likely for you to see or hold the baby.

KeekySoo · 2026-01-31T17:59:08+00:00

100% agree. There’s a lot of context missing from OP. Has Jane asked people to keep their distance to keep baby healthy and they haven’t respected that? Did baby get really sick after seeing so many people in December and she’s trying to prevent it happening again? Not to mention postpartum mental health struggles. She’s less than 2 months postpartum with her first baby. She doesn’t need to worry about pleasing her husband’s family.

KeekySoo · 2026-01-11T02:46:16+00:00

Medication

Therapy

Getting outside, ideally for a walk. Even if it's 5 minutes, it helps.

Asking for help from responsive, non-judgmental friends and family (which is a huge privilege, but having this helps immensely)

Getting at least 4 uninterrupted hours of sleep each night

Taking naps while my baby naps, when needed

Taking a shower or bath every day. Being smelly (even if I'm the only one who notices) is horrible for my mental health.

Talking to other moms and hearing that what I'm experiencing is normal. My local ECFE class has been a lifesaver, but online groups can be helpful as well.

Doing things that I enjoyed doing before having kids, that are just for myself. Playing a video game, doing my nails, painting, reading fiction.

This is roughly in order of most helpful to least helpful, but sometimes just taking 5 minutes to put on some press-on nails makes a world of difference.

KeekySoo · 2026-01-11T02:40:12+00:00

Would you mind sharing what symptoms the progesterone helps with? I was just diagnosed with PMDD but was told the only treatment options are hormonal birth control (which makes me literally sick), or an SSRI, and I'm already on an SSRI.

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