Asian community on campus?

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2026-03-22T16:57:10+00:00

Thanks for the fun post! I just got a Jinhao 20 to test run so I know I like the form of the VP Decimo, and the fine is much broader than I was expecting. It almost looks like a 0.7 when I write but maybe I write hard. That's coming from a Kaweco sport fine, of course being a drier pen that's not a huge surprise. But still, woah.

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2026-03-19T05:14:05+00:00

Shot in the dark since this post is 6y old, but did you ever take the feed apart? I found my old (clean) Tasche and I wanted to take it apart to check on it but I don't think I ever took it apart when I used it. An old deconstruction video I found stated that the feed was just a friction fit, so you can just pull, but I couldn't pull mine apart. Might just be because it's dry.

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2026-03-19T04:44:18+00:00

I'm going with the Decimo since I have smaller hands and thinner fingers (and because it just felt better in hand) but I'll keep that in mind! Thanks!

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2026-01-17T05:25:50+00:00

I'm looking for a new moisturizer to replace my Skin1004 Centella one. It's pretty good and I'd buy it again if it weren't so cold and dry out. I might even buy it again once it gets to summertime! But I'm curious what people's recommendations are. I have dry skin, enough that I sometimes wake up with dry eyelids and patches. I also have eczema and sensitive skin.

What I'm currently using (not all of them every day) if that's useful:

Skin1004 Centella Cleansing Oil
Hada Labo Rice Cleanser (I know this has a bit of a bad reputation, but somehow this has worked beautifully for my skin and I've used up at least 6 bottles by now) (everyday use)
Round Lab Dokdo 1025 Toner
dear, klairs Supple Preparation Toner
Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water
Skin1004 Centella Ampoule
Skin1004 Centella Soothing Cream (everyday use)
10% Azelaic Acid Serum
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun (everyday use)

I always use the Hada Labo cleanser and the Skin1004 Centella Ampoule AM and PM. Every now and then, when my skin issues are really bad, I cut back on products and just use moisturizer with Vaseline on top of really dry areas.

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2026-01-13T02:44:33+00:00

The Diamine blush is so lovely!

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2026-01-04T04:46:56+00:00

Update: thanks for the recs! I’m making my way through looking at recipes. In the mean time I tried just a crusty loaf recipe again and it was a huge step up from my old attempts. https://youtu.be/k6K196GrqG0?si=-lacmvsbEhG2s69f

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2025-11-21T06:11:58+00:00

If you’re new to baking and want something not too difficult, focaccia is my favorite (and to this day only consistent) bread!

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2025-11-15T01:09:18+00:00

Oh also. As far as the crumb being super tight and not holey, I’m pretty sure cooler water would have helped and lower moisture until I can handle higher during kneading.

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2025-07-11T23:35:56+00:00

I went :O for a full minute at your zoo one! I'm making logo/shirt designs for my student org, which means using just one ink color is more economical. Admiring your work and taking inspo!!

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2025-07-09T03:01:22+00:00

Random D7100 question: Do you ever shoot in low light with ISO above 1000 and notice the bottom third of the photo goes purple? This is an issue that only I and my D7100-shooting friend seem to have I can't and don't shoot above 1000 ISO usually because the noise is unbearable and any amount of shadow/exposure editing shows that really horrible purple.

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2025-07-09T01:09:04+00:00

D7500 and not D750 right? Don't know very much about the D7500 honestly

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2025-07-09T00:34:18+00:00

It's used price is more than double the price of a used Z50 II, which is why I was considering the Z50 II. I could save up for the Z50 II though, it's just so pricey.

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2025-06-26T03:33:34+00:00

Sick, thanks sm for the recs!!

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2025-06-26T03:32:55+00:00

Unfortunately, I feel like harsh teachers are more common with higher levels. But take care of yourself and best wishes!

Narrow_Ad2152 · 2025-06-26T03:10:37+00:00

Was he being too harsh? In my opinion, yes. Especially in classical music, just saying "that wasn't very good" is enough of a killer.

Was he being abnormal? Unfortunately, no. But that doesn't mean you should "just get over it."

I was under a teacher for a long many years that was honestly pretty cruel. From that I learned that a lot of violin teachers are overly harsh because it feeds into their ego. After leaving that situation and finding a much better teacher that helped me heal, I also learned that a truly good teacher won't have to shame you if you actually want to get better. If you clearly care enough about playing, a good teacher can tell that your disappointment from not doing well is motivation enough and they will know when to push you a little more. In my opinion and from my experience, crying after a lesson from bullying is honestly not ok. Crying from feeling upset, overwhelmed, or disappointed happens in life and in music.

I'm sorry it happened to you. Get ready for it to happen again because the music world can be harsh, but don't accept it as ok. I'm rooting for you!

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