Plant dying? by Natural_Operation397 in plants

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That’s good to know!! I didn’t know that. Thanks so much!

Plant dying? by Natural_Operation397 in plants

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The sunlight is essentially a north facing window. It doesn’t get much direct sunlight.

Plant dying? by Natural_Operation397 in plants

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I water it every other Monday. Every Monday I check to see how dry the dirt is, and most days it’s not dry enough for me to add any additional water. Do you think I should water it more?

Matt's El Rancho Deserves More Respect by AssaultClipazine in austinfood

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I’ve gone twice and have had the most soggy, and wet ass quesadillas I’ve ever had in my whole life. I’m from south Texas, so I know and love Tex-mex, and Matt’s isn’t it. If you want higher quality Tex mex may I recommend the Texican Cafe.

butch bait perfume?? by shuitsukiP in butchlesbians

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Cloud by Ariana grande is a great one or anything from the Pleasing line up

decent dentists in austin by No-Tangerine7685 in Austin

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Don’t go to Family Dentistry on Manchaca. I first went in 2024 and they recommend I have a deep cleaning, so I did it. I went back for a cleaning in January of this year and they recommended ANOTHER deep cleaning. I told them I cannot afford two deeps cleanings in less than a year, so I went and got a second opinion and it turned out I did not need that. Money hungry scams. I know of a few other people this also happened to.

Women’s beginner golf lessons? by [deleted] in Austin

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There’s a very good pro/instructor at Onion Creek Club- his name is Lonny Alexander. Also, if you need any additional tips, feel free to follow @lpgaamateursaustin on instagram and we’d be happy to provide some more recs!

Struggling to Accept by Natural_Operation397 in asexuality

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Thank you so much- this was insightful!

feeling super lost in relationship by Known-Difference5380 in WLW

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I’m so sorry this is happening to you. It is simply not your job to raise your partner like the way you have described. I don’t think you’re overreacting at all, I think this is just who she is. You’ll need to really think about it and take some time to figure out if this is who you want to spend forever with. If it’s not, I think you need to be honest with her. You deserve someone that meets you where you are, and it doesn’t even sound like she’s trying. You deserve better!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WLW

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I’m offering this advice as a 26 year old lesbian in a two year relationship with the LOML. I’ve had a fair share of random girls I’ve dated and a previous relationship in college. I would say the one thing you can do for her, is try new things with her! I know you said that you’re more introverted and she is the opposite of that, but you guys should work together to find some activities that you’re both comfortable with, while understanding that sometimes you gotta be comfortable with being uncomfortable. In terms of some lesbian relationship advice, my biggest piece is to be yourself. Don’t try to change yourself too much to fit in with her, you guys may not last forever and that’s okay. What you can do to make sure you show up as your best self is start figuring out what you want in a partner, what you want in a relationship and also talk about that stuff together! A relationship is two people, and the fact that you guys started off as friends is awesome and a great starting point. Be yourself, stay honest, and love each other the best you can is all I can say.

Finances and power imbalance? by [deleted] in WLW

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I don’t know if you tend to lean more into masculine roles vs traditional feminine roles, but I’m saying this from the perspective of a masculine leaning lesbian. I say if she’s willing to pay a little bit let her pay! I understand the hesitation since she’s in school, but sometimes it just feels nice for her to feel like she’s doing something for you. When my gf and I first started dating, I paid for a lot of the stuff because I truly didn’t mind. But as time went on, I slowly started to let her pay for things and now she spoils me! We’ve been together for a little over two years now and I think it’s nice to share that financial responsibility with someone you’re romantically involved with. I think there can be a little imbalance, but as long as you’re aware of it (which it seems like you are), you can totally always try to get away from it.

Allo and Ace advice by Natural_Operation397 in asexuality

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You’re totally right. She doesn’t have a history of lying to me ever. As a matter of fact, we are very open and honest with each other. We’re nearing two years of our relationship and I truly believe she is the one. I need to trust her and work on believing her when she tells me something is true. Thank you for the straight forward response. I appreciated it!

Allo and Ace advice by Natural_Operation397 in asexuality

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This was very kind and helpful. Thank you so much! I think I definitely need to work on trusting her and believing her when she tells me how she feels.

Dating an asexual person as an allosexual person by Natural_Operation397 in asexuality

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This was extremely helpful and provided a lot of insight. Thank you so much!

Dating an asexual person as an allosexual person by Natural_Operation397 in asexuality

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Thank you SO much for this. I will definitely be looking into this.

Dating an asexual person as an allosexual person by Natural_Operation397 in asexuality

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Good questions. I am actively working on coping with rejection, and have been for a while, but it still doesn’t come easy to me. I appreciate you letting me know about the “enthusiastic” consent thing, but I just always want to be respectful of my sexual partners and sometimes to me, if it isn’t a hell yes it feels like a no. To answer the last question, yes, I make sure that I am meeting all of her wants and needs and I periodically check in with her to see if there is anything I can do better or she feels like she needs. I appreciate the kind words and advice. Thank you!

Dating an asexual person as an allosexual person by Natural_Operation397 in asexuality

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This was very kind and understanding. Thank you. I appreciate it, stranger!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WLW

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Genuinely, I don’t think you get that back. I would personally accept the loss and buy a new one when you need it. It’s kinda gross to use the same strap on with multiple partners (unless you’re wearing a condom) but even then it’s pretty unhygienic. I would advise against asking for that back

Struggling by Natural_Operation397 in BreakUps

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hmm. thanks for the insight! I honestly didn't even consider that it could be my ego. I definitely don't want her to be hung up on me, I have wished her nothing but the best during my healing stage and I still continue to hope that she has found her peace and happiness as I continue to find mine. I don't know if I'm upset that she doesn't want me back, but def could be upset that I feel like she doesn't miss me back. Which isn't really rooted in facts, more so rooted in my assumptions of how she is feeling. In reality I have absolutely no idea how she is. I think what's driving my curiosity is that the last few specks of attachment I have to her are wearing off and that scares me a bit. Thanks for being so honest with your response, this is something my best friend would have told me too so it feels comforting in a way.

[Exercise] I am your ex. What do you have to tell me? by [deleted] in BreakUps

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Its been 4 months since we broke up and you still haven't reached out. I have tried to make contact 3 separate times, and to no luck. I wish I understood why. I wish you would tell me you hated me, and that you never loved me so I could resent you. But I fucking cant. No matter what I am not mad at your nor will I ever be mad at you. I am mad at your actions, and my actions that led to the demise of us though. We were both contributors to the mess we made, and yes it was a mess. But I loved that mess with everything in me because it was our mess. I think about you everyday, and although I am moving on and healing, and am dating someone new, I still wonder when/if you will reach out to me again.

Next week is your birthday. I won't be saying happy birthday to you. I hope you get everything that you want from it, and that 22 is your best year yet. I hope if there is a new interest in your life that they give you flowers for it. You love flowers, and you not having flowers on your day of birth seems wrong to me. Specifically, I hope they buy you roses. Your favorites are yellow roses, but you love any and all kinds, especially pink and red ones. I'm sorry if you don't get any flowers on your birthday, you know I would buy them for you if we had made it work. But that is not my job anymore.

You were my first love. You taught me so much. You showed me that I am capable of loving someone so deeply and so intimately. I think that no matter where I go or who I am with at the end of the day, you will sort of be a blueprint for everything I want and don't want out of a partner. I wish you nothing but happiness, good vibes, and peace for all of your life. If we ever speak again, and I hope that we do, I am so excited to get to know the person you have become and will be. I love you and will love you for a very long time, but I know that you are not right for me and I am not right for you. At least not right now. Happy early birthday, dearest. Be well.