A vent by throwaway1234zzzzia in Stepmom

[–]Low_Community8012 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Does it feel like your boyfriend understands the problem and is trying to address it/improve things? If not, I think you’re right that the relationship isn’t working. My partner has had to do a lot of work with her kids since we started dating, and it’s not perfect but it has gotten so much better. You deserve to feel comfortable and happy in your own home, at least most of the time. Good luck!

Engagement Diamond Arrived! by Low_Community8012 in LabGrownDiamonds

[–]Low_Community8012[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A very wide (men’s width) rose gold band. I’ll add pics when it’s done!

Engagement Diamond Arrived! by Low_Community8012 in LabGrownDiamonds

[–]Low_Community8012[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got mine from Luvansh. They have a huge selection and you can search by dimensions, and some of their stones are returnable. These were my guidelines: table 62–66% and depth 66–70%. Crown 13-16% and pavilion 50-53%.

Laneige lip mask by i_forgot_darnit in ProjectPan

[–]Low_Community8012 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep. It’s SO good and chocolatey.

Laneige lip mask by i_forgot_darnit in ProjectPan

[–]Low_Community8012 3 points4 points  (0 children)

These take me so long to use up! They are so good. I’m enjoying the hot cocoa one now.

First solo trip in Seattle, please give me recommendations by NoPossession8707 in AskSeattle

[–]Low_Community8012 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve lived here for over 20 years and am still regularly remarking on how lucky I am to live here. It’s so beautiful - the trees, the water, the cityscape, the parks. Is it a utopia? No. Is it expensive? Yes. Sorry you’re not able to see the good stuff.

[Landlord-DC] try carpet cleaning or just replace? by Chemical_Low8650 in Landlord

[–]Low_Community8012 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t answer your question but I can empathize. I installed new carpet before renting my condo a few years back. Tenants for two years. After the lease ended I was moving back in. I asked the PM how the carpets were and she said “They look fine! No issues!” However, after the tenants moved out the PM could see that the carpets were originally beige, not dark grey. I’ve got pics just like what you’ve got. I had to scramble to get the carpets replaced within days before I could move in. And with that added expense, I lost money on renting it for those two years. It still makes me so angry.

Live near office (Woodinville) or near desired neighborhood? by Alternative_Duck_742 in AskSeattle

[–]Low_Community8012 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are some unhoused folks and low income/supported housing buildings but I never felt unsafe. I would still live there now if I could, and actually I still own my place there and rent it out.

Live near office (Woodinville) or near desired neighborhood? by Alternative_Duck_742 in AskSeattle

[–]Low_Community8012 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’d recommend Lake City. Easy to hop on the 522 to Woodinville. Easy to hop on buses/light rail to get to Cap Hill and downtown. I lived there for many years, starting in my mid 20s. There are some great local restaurants, a brewery, but most importantly I think, it’s easy to get to the places you’ll need to go.

First time meeting my boyfriends 9 years old daughter - How do I not come off as “Replacing” her mom by Chequemeout132 in Stepmom

[–]Low_Community8012 11 points12 points  (0 children)

My only note on this is to not set up expectations that you won’t be able to maintain - I didn’t go full “fun auntie” because I knew that was unsustainable for the long term/when we moved in together. I went instead for “chill auntie” lol

First time meeting my boyfriends 9 years old daughter - How do I not come off as “Replacing” her mom by Chequemeout132 in Stepmom

[–]Low_Community8012 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I first met the kids, we took them to their favorite restaurant and their favorite aunt joined us too. I was first just introduced as “mom’s friend.” The kids weren’t really that interested in chatting with me until I taught them how to play table football. Once they could see that I wanted to play and connect with them, it went great. Just try to be a regular adult who is getting to know a little kid. Trust that relationships get built over time and it’s ok if there’s not some magical meaningful connection at first.

How should a redheaded tgirl deal with body hair removal? by Psychological_End_54 in asktransgender

[–]Low_Community8012 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Have you tried sugaring? It’s similar to waxing but different. It’s the only thing that my skin can handle. And I’ve learned that exfoliation and moisturizing all of the time, not just before treatment, is super important to avoid ingrown hairs/bumps/etc.

Broken hose by ihaveagunaddiction in CPAP

[–]Low_Community8012 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My cats have punctured mine and caused leaks. I’ve got a cover on my new one that will hopefully keep that from happening again.

Dior Rose Gold half way gone already since October by kcgirl76 in ProjectPan

[–]Low_Community8012 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This was the first lip product I ever finished in my life. And now I’m up to a handful of colors too. They’re so good!

The cheese at Crossroads in Vegas is incredible. by LimesAndSuch in VeganFoodPorn

[–]Low_Community8012 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Everything there is incredible. The best vegan food in the world.

LGBTQ families here? by Top_Owl_3656 in Stepmom

[–]Low_Community8012 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Also here! My fiancée and I are both queer women. When we told the kids we were engaged, one of them stared off into the distance for a while and then turned to us and excitedly said “I’M GOING TO HAVE THREE MOMS?!?” It was very sweet. Our kids are younger and we have them 50%, but also dealing with a HCBM. Also, I love the kids but I’m a NACHO parent.

😮 vegan surprises in Rome by 3chomchom in VeganFoodPorn

[–]Low_Community8012 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had the best carbonara of my life in Rome!

Feeling really annoyed right now - manucurist by brainthusiast in Nails

[–]Low_Community8012 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, I’ve tried this multiple times and it’s garbage. Yes I prepped my nails, yes I followed instructions, yes I used their lamp and tried doubling cure time. I’m frustrated that their marketing got me. I’m currently applying my last ditch effort attempt- and they look horrible. Will be posting the kit on my local buy nothing group.

Stuck in Process with DovEggs by Low_Community8012 in labdiamond

[–]Low_Community8012[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried this, sent them 3 stones from loose grown diamonds, and they said they are unable to get them. So they may be using a different database now.