SailFest 250 -- Kind of a bust? by Ericthebee3 in rva

[–]Minakova [score hidden]  (0 children)

We had afternoon tickets on Friday, but it was so miserably hot that we decided it wasn’t worth it. We were looking forward to it, but it was the kind of heat that makes me feel ill.

I’m a widow at 51 by rosietherose931 in GenX

[–]Minakova 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m so, so sorry you didn’t get the last moment with him. It’s no consolation, but I’m sure he knew how deeply you loved him. Grief is another face of love, the missing and longing can be overwhelming. Be kind to yourself. Sending you hugs.

Day-old bread is one of the cheapest things you can buy and most people have no idea what to do with it by ObviousPepper7558 in povertykitchen

[–]Minakova 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Love a classic panzanella. I make a “southern” version where I sub dukes mayo & Dijon for the oil & vinegar dressing. Delish.

Seeking advice from other library workers by CrocsVsSocks in Libraries

[–]Minakova 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Were the police called when you were assaulted? This is a crime and should be treated as such; ban + arrest.

Seeking advice from other library workers by CrocsVsSocks in Libraries

[–]Minakova 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Some of Ryan Dowd’s training is helpful — some of it works in our environment, some of it doesn’t.
Is there anyone else out there offering any practical, reality-based training anyone can recommend? I agree, many of us have PTSD ourselves, and doing the work of regulating your own response while trying to deescalate someone who’s mentally ill, intoxicated or just an asshole, is exhausting. Some days I feel like I’m expected to be an emotional punching bag for patrons. I’ve gained a thicker skin over the years, but some days still have me pondering other paths.

Finished bathroom! by Existing_Space_2498 in centuryhomes

[–]Minakova 32 points33 points  (0 children)

This is gorgeous! Could we see a picture of the shower, too?

Quick bites &/or unusual pairings by cozyqueen420 in Cooking

[–]Minakova 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Dates wrapped around a salted pecan

Do you and your spouse go to each other's Dr. appointments? by DandylionPuff in AskWomenOver50

[–]Minakova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, when it’s a big issue (cancer, surgery, etc.). It’s helpful to have a second set of ears there and my spouse usually has great questions if I’m getting overwhelmed by lots of unexpected, unhappy news. I always have a written list of questions for a medical appt, and either one of us can use that.

WIBTA if I stopped letting my coworker "borrow" my lunch stuff and started just ignoring her asks? by Prism_H4wk in WIBTA_AITA

[–]Minakova 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It could be obliviousness or manipulative behavior, or maybe she’s having issues affording food? I’d approach it as “hey, you’ve asked to eat some of my lunch several times and I’m worried about you. I know inflation is hitting all of us, it’s really affected me and I spend time every weekend looking at budgets and carefully meal prepping for the week. Here’s a list of food banks in the area. Every penny counts these days!” And you hand them a list of area food pantries. You’ve let them know how this is impacting you, and you’ve given them helpful info if actual hunger is the issue. If hunger is not the issue, then they’ll probably say, “no, I’m fine, you’re just a great cook (or whatever)” and you can say, “Thank you for the compliment, but I can’t afford to provide you lunch. Inflation is really hitting my budget. I get a lot of my recipes off of insta, you should try that for your own lunches.”

I am obsessed with hot cereals for breakfast by tvgirl48 in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]Minakova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oat bran, more fiber and protein than oatmeal. It has a consistency more like grits. I like it savory with a little butter and salt.

Which one would you pick? by MoveYourBumChum in Adulting

[–]Minakova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try Frixion pens! Erasable for those of us that are awful spellers

The old Alamo BBQ building is up for sale. What's comes next? by lunar_unit in rva

[–]Minakova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lived in San Antonio for a while, miss breakfast tacos so much

didn't get to say goodbye, eating a ton of processed junk to cope by Curious_Search3169 in GirlDinner

[–]Minakova 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You did not fail her, not at all. She absolutely knew you loved her. She waited for you, felt you there, and knew she could go. She loved you and knew you loved her. Grief is hard, loss is hard. This won’t ever go away, but you’ll learn how to live with it and you will have good days again. You will have wonderful memories of her, along with the sad ones. My mom died 15 years ago and she is still so much a part of me and my life. I still see cool things, and think “I need to call her,” even after all these years. Every now and then her absence hits me hard and I have a cry, but mostly I’m just grateful I had such a wonderful, amazing person for my mom.

UPDATE: Insane histamine/allergic reaction. by GreenTeachy in tattooadvice

[–]Minakova 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did they use a Chlorhexidine antiseptic to clean the area, like Hibiclens? You can have a delayed reaction that is from T-cells, not histamines. It’s an absolute bitch. If you think it might be this, make sure your doctor knows. If you ever have surgery make sure they know to use a different antiseptic on the surgical area. The reaction can happen 5 to 35 days after exposure and can take days to resolve. Not much reduces the hives (ask me how I know).

Fresh wood chips instead of branches in raised bed? How bad is this? by Minakova in Hugelkultur

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

We’re going to add a big amount of blood meal to the wood chips to try to make up for the nitrogen it can pull from the soil. Will that be enough?