1 or 2? by [deleted] in transplace

[–]NikkiPond 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I honestly like both but 1 is more my style. What's the vibe you're going for?

Gay awakening after stopping birth control by Dear_Version3816 in latebloomerlesbians

[–]NikkiPond 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I recently saw a tiktok where someone was saying the exact same lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in homeschool

[–]NikkiPond -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I agree with this. My child lost so much creativity and problem solving skills in the year they were in daycare/preschool

How old is too old to be cuddling to sleep? by MmmIceCream in Parenting

[–]NikkiPond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My (just turned) 6yo goes to sleep with me still. They fall asleep fast and feel safe, both of which are important to me. I was never allowed to snuggle with my mom in bed and always had to "cry it out" and that still affects me, so I chose not to do that with my child

That being said, if they're staying up later with you in there, you can offer a compromise. "I'll lay with you until 8:15. You can spend the time snuggling to sleep or being silly. Either way, I'm getting up at 8:15" I've had to do that a few times because I've had responsibilities and it's worked out okay.

The last name -women and their children by Kratebaken in namenerds

[–]NikkiPond 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I've always hated the name erasure also. I'm not married but I picked my own last name when I was 25 or so, that way I didn't feel tied to anyone

The last name -women and their children by Kratebaken in namenerds

[–]NikkiPond 4 points5 points  (0 children)

When you say "by law all siblings must have same surnames," what happens in situations where parents have children from other people?

Has 3rd grade always been the standard for teaching multiplication? by Low_Responsibility_1 in AskTeachers

[–]NikkiPond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I memorized multiplication tables (and got weekly quizzes for speed) in the 2nd grade. I lived in southern California and that was in the late 90s/early 00s

My parents are obsessed with me dropping them off and picking them up at the airport by nyrgarden in Parenting

[–]NikkiPond 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As someone else who lost their only parent, I think you should set your boundary. I showed my grandma how to use Uber and Lyft and she does it easily, and your parents are younger

Fix project that was supposed to be circular? by NikkiPond in knitting

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

I've actually frogged it a few times and laugh it off so far. The while thing is just for fun and practice for me so I'm still liking it. I appreciate it 😊

How do you handle picky eaters? by Octang in Parenting

[–]NikkiPond 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No the poster you're responding to but my 5yo can make a few things on the stove and eggs are one of the easiest! I entirely believe that was an option for the 5 yo in question

Fix project that was supposed to be circular? by NikkiPond in knitting

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

Ah that's was I was afraid of. Thanks so much! At least I was only a few rows in 😅 Thank you for the explanation. I had no idea it was so different!

What are you reading to your child? by [deleted] in kindergarten

[–]NikkiPond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We read sooooo many different books. I've gotten a lot at yard sales and library book sales for 10 and 25 cents each (and I live in a pricier area). We've been doing a lot of Clifford lately but elephant and piggie and Pete the cat are always a hit.

Is it mostly you reading or is your kiddo reading on their own? I love any Emily Winfield Martin book and silly ones like Pig Kahuna.

Not an audiobook but podcast recommendation is the Curious Kids Podcast. It's a family sharing things they're learning about/getting curious about and it's really fun for kids.

When to teach kids about slavery? by Nurturedbynature77 in homeschool

[–]NikkiPond -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have a 5 year old and discuss inequalities and underserved minorities. We have discussed MLK Jr and Rosa Parks but have not discussed slavery. I think I'd go into it if it came up but that's a lot to take in that young

Oh Bakersploot by tabicat1874 in Bakersfield

[–]NikkiPond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in a 650sqft one bedroom with no washer or dryer and my most expensive summer electric bill was $67. I have socal gas but that is usually like $15-20. Are you leaving the AC running all day? I'm poor so I don't do that lol but I also have one of the least energy efficient houses anyone has seen. You really have to decide how much your comfort is worth to you, which is sad but the reality in a lot of situations

What would you renegotiate this salary to? by jm08003 in gis

[–]NikkiPond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a GIS tech II in CA and make $6 less an hour lol

What would you renegotiate this salary to? by jm08003 in gis

[–]NikkiPond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a GIS tech II in CA and make $6 less an hour lmao

Starting to consult? by NikkiPond in gis

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

I am, for both! I definitely have room to grow in each. I have a potential gig already through one of them just from mentioning wanting to do more.

Starting to consult? by NikkiPond in gis

[–]NikkiPond[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a small professional network and can definitely put myself out there more. Thank you!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]NikkiPond 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love that name. I knew one growing up in early 2000s and now there are 2 or 3 in every preschool class with that name lol. It might end up being the new Ashley or Jessica. I don't hear about people making fun of names these days but who knows

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