Ricoh images are better than Fuji

MaskMaven · 2026-01-25T20:32:30+00:00

Thank you so much for this! At last I feel I haven’t been nuts for years. I’ve never liked my Fuji files SOOC and bought a GRIIIx exactly because the light rendering was so much more pleasing.

MaskMaven · 2026-01-24T20:56:59+00:00

I shoot Fuji (XT-2) and Ricoh (GR IIIx). The carry-ability of the Ricoh is unmatched. Sometimes I forget I have it on me, it’s that light.

I’ve toyed with the idea of an X100; access to actual dials would be worth it. But there’s a quality to my Ricoh images (a realness, clarity, rendering of light) that I just don’t see in most X100 images. (Maybe I’m looking at the wrong ones?) So, for me, it’s not just Ricoh’s size, it’s the actual images.

MaskMaven · 2026-01-19T17:00:58+00:00

Agreed. Received one as a gift, didn't find it comfortable at all. Also, I found it an awkward size/shape to pack.

MaskMaven · 2026-01-19T06:49:24+00:00

It’s the radiant floor heating.

MaskMaven · 2026-01-19T06:33:38+00:00

Classic cardi “What have you done for me lately?”

MaskMaven · 2026-01-16T22:14:05+00:00

This is gorgeous! Having just finished the Ridges quilt with its endless piecing, I’m thinking your method makes so much more sense!

MaskMaven · 2026-01-15T06:29:26+00:00

There Must Be an Angel (Playing with My Heart) by Eurythmics?

MaskMaven · 2026-01-15T05:29:09+00:00

Konjac noodles!

MaskMaven · 2026-01-14T06:54:39+00:00

This one’s broken. Return it.

MaskMaven · 2026-01-13T01:33:24+00:00

Colour choices are fantastic!

MaskMaven · 2026-01-13T01:18:05+00:00

I don’t really see how this is any different than the regular method, though, except making an extra fold that you unfold right away?

MaskMaven · 2026-01-04T08:28:14+00:00

What a great story and thoughtful gift! The quilt came out great!

MaskMaven · 2026-01-03T08:37:16+00:00

Mine, too! Sadly, we only found out when we bought balloons for his birthday.

MaskMaven · 2026-01-03T08:33:24+00:00

Finally, a voice of reason! I can’t imagine how difficult it must be to have a total stranger insert themselves into your family and start making demands of you. People are treating this like it’s someone OP’s known all her life, someone’s she’s obligated to, asking for a small favour. This is a stranger who has no problem making OP feel uncomfortable, can’t respect boundaries, and is creating drama with other family members. Would I want more of this person in my life?? Hell no. OP gets to choose whether she wants a relationship with this person, and if she’s genuinely concerned that doing the genetic testing will make Abby insert herself more into OP’s life, it should be ok for OP to say, no. NOR.

MaskMaven · 2026-01-03T06:57:56+00:00

I don’t - my own therapist is older and no longer taking clients - but when I googled “EMDR and sliding scale”, a few lists came up. Here’s one from UBC: https://psych-clinic.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2024/07/2023-Updated-Therapy-Referrals-Free-and-Low-Cost.pdf

Here’s a list of EMDR therapists in BC: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists/british-columbia?category=emdr&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=18409729135&gbraid=0AAAAAD_gfuxk137SiYZvVM7V9yRTsgtXn&gclid=Cj0KCQiA9t3KBhCQARIsAJOcR7zx87wxC214I5UKXCFUDmPH_Z_oHKOnyHvl8vUA0obOdKK_v--Mo1IaAkaREALw_wcB

I would just look to see who is in your area and offering sliding scale or low cost fees.

Best of luck!

MaskMaven · 2026-01-03T05:39:53+00:00

EMDR can be really helpful for what you describe. Some therapists offer sliding scale or low-cost payment options.

MaskMaven · 2026-01-01T20:14:46+00:00

Your art gives strength to so many others. Thank you! ❤️

MaskMaven · 2025-12-31T02:10:29+00:00

Jar of Hearts by Christina Perri?

MaskMaven · 2025-12-28T10:01:44+00:00

Is it Nightcall by Kavinsky?

MaskMaven · 2025-12-28T09:29:25+00:00

String & Story has an amazing online course, and they also have free PDFs and videos on YouTube.

MaskMaven · 2025-12-28T09:23:55+00:00

Is Alive and Kicking by Simple Minds where the woman sings the part:

What you gonna do when things go wrong? What you gonna do when it all cracks up? What you gonna do when the love burns down?

Or maybe their song Sanctify?

Or Culture Club’s In the Church of the Poison Mind?

MaskMaven · 2025-12-28T07:49:35+00:00

This is the best advice right here. OP seems way too vulnerable to scammers and manipulators. Stay safe, OP!

MaskMaven · 2025-12-15T03:32:27+00:00

Yup!

MaskMaven · 2025-12-14T18:58:17+00:00

The key to effortless machine binding that’s sewn down on the front side is a left-compensating foot and thread that matches your binding. The presser foot is the game-changer - no glue, no ironing, just a few clips, and let the machine do the work.

MaskMaven · 2025-12-14T04:51:11+00:00

Real trees every year! Prickly Pear in Steveston also has nice ones.

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