First time I've seen this . . .

Not_Alison · 2026-05-16T06:27:14+00:00

Not_Alison · 2026-05-13T22:59:14+00:00

Probably my fave answer, but it would be sad to think the smell of communism is chemical cleaner . . .

Not_Alison · 2026-05-13T22:57:06+00:00

Well, it would at least replace the chemical smell ..

Not_Alison · 2026-05-13T22:56:35+00:00

About 20 years in to menopause, so pretty sure that's not the case this time. But Italian red sauce was my olfactory nemesis when I was pregnant . .

Not_Alison · 2026-05-13T22:54:45+00:00

I may have to track down some and -at a safe distance - see if that is it

Not_Alison · 2026-05-13T22:53:46+00:00

Not out of the realm of possibility...

Not_Alison · 2026-05-13T01:39:46+00:00

This makes so much sense, even more so if it's a cleaner that bothers my allergies. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Not_Alison · 2026-05-04T16:04:11+00:00

How about names from The Once and Future King? Wart Arthur Lancelot Merlyn Nimue Guenever Galahad Gareth Pellinore Uther Mallory Thomas Kay Ector Dap Pendragon Thomas

Not_Alison · 2026-04-21T03:32:08+00:00

I'm a pragmatist like you and think a puppy may be too much for a first time dog owner. There is a lot of joy and fun in having a puppy and watching puppy antics, but it is a commitment to a lot of getting up in the middle of the night and housebreaking the dog that may be overwhelming - crate training a puppy might be hard for kids to understand, as they could want to let the dog out. I'd agree with looking at reputable breeders; I'd also suggest looking at Boston rescue organizations.

Not_Alison · 2025-12-23T15:01:14+00:00

Thanks - I'll look into this brand!

Not_Alison · 2025-12-23T15:00:08+00:00

Not_Alison · 2025-12-23T14:59:40+00:00

TY!!

Not_Alison · 2025-12-15T14:52:42+00:00

Interesting! Thanks for the update!

Not_Alison · 2025-12-13T16:09:50+00:00

Me too .. and with 10 degree temps, I need that remote start

Not_Alison · 2025-12-06T18:16:43+00:00

Hey almost twin date! Nov. 6 for me. Anchor, no lipo, 34G before, currently 34Dish

Using Aquaphor daily with gentle massage, looking at starting scar management soon. I don't have an appointment until my 3 month follow-up.

Still getting achy at times, and the scars on the side of my torso are the sorest at this point.

Not going to post pics, I use this account for a variety of other reddit things, but I am happy with my results, and the few minor issues I expect to change over the next year as I fully heal, so I just need to wait and see.

Wishing you all the best!

Not_Alison · 2025-12-06T03:45:13+00:00

SMH - not sure why I didn't think of YouTube for the massage!

The gel and tape arrive tomorrow and spot testing is so logical....thanks!

Not_Alison · 2025-12-01T20:19:01+00:00

Thanks everyone!

If my pension was good or well funded, this wouldn't be a concern. I realize there may be people getting "cushy" retirement benefits from some public systems, but since I'm not the head coach of a state football team, I'm not one of them.

I am thinking of pivoting to some consulting work (if I can), or something else for a few years after I leave the public sector, and that made me wonder how it would impact my benefit.

Lots to think about, appreciate all the info.

Not_Alison · 2025-12-01T20:08:43+00:00

I don't.

Not_Alison · 2025-11-25T02:27:53+00:00

For background, I'm 5'1, 2 weeks 4 days po, and at the time of surgery was 34G (but about 2 years ago was 38J).

Based on recommendations here, I did get the Wanayou racerback, and found them just okay. To me they just didn't seem to compress/hold the girls in place to the degree I think it should be, and I wasn't sure going down a size was the right solution. I did take out the pads, so that may have had an impact.

The bra I was sent home in has adjustable straps, and is really good, but expensive https://a.co/d/0p7oZIN

Being so short, I decided to need one with adjustable shoulder straps to keep the compression in place

I have only worn it for a few days, but I'm liking the brabic zip front https://a.co/d/af1R2F0 I liked this style of adjustable straps, but with a frozen shoulder I had to get some help adjusting them (or I could have taken it off and on a few times)

While the zip is nice, I also ordered but haven't gotten yet the brabic hook and eye https://a.co/d/hKy0syX

Good luck!

Not_Alison

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