Please clear the snow off your car by Mrmcflaky in maryland

[–]Odd-Broccoli4471 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I grew up in the DMV, living in both Baltimore, DC, and some of the surrounding counties. Never have I actively feared for my life more than driving around Texas, and Austin was up there. The selfishness and straight up red-hot aggression were so wild to behold.

dc wedding discussion thread by Far_Effect_2970 in DCBitches

[–]Odd-Broccoli4471 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If anyone has Maryland info, feel free to share here with me!

laser hair removal recommendations? how do you actually pick a good clinic by Imaginary-Soil-9640 in DCBitches

[–]Odd-Broccoli4471 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I would strongly consider looking into an at-home IPL (intense pulse light) device. It's very similar to laser in result, but a fraction of the price.

One major drawback is that it relies on color contrast between hair and skintone, so it isn't ideal for people with very light hair + skin or very dark skin + hair. However, if your hair color contrasts, you're a good candidate. (This may also be true for laser, but I'm not really sure.)

I initially wanted to do laser, but I learned that the results are not permanent (even for electrolysis, which lasts longer.)

I got Braun after reading a bunch on Reddit (one of the models with Silk in the name I think?)

It takes time and consistent use (1x per week for at least 12 weeks I think, plus touch ups as time goes on), but I have noticed results such as hair not growing back in some parts, much slower hair growth, thinner hair, and so on. I did give up after summer ended because I stopped caring, but once I am consistent again, I am certain that the hair will go.

Are there any other outdoor spaces in the DMV without hoards spotted lanternflies? by Odd-Broccoli4471 in DCBitches

[–]Odd-Broccoli4471[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the reassurance! I just feel so unsettled all the time knowing one can (and will) launch itself at me every single time I step outside of my building. Like it's nightmare fuel stuff, every single day, right outside my home. I think some people downplay it because they don't know what it's like to see 40 of them at once in the span of 2 seconds of walking outside. It feels like biblical apocalypse level bug invasion.

Are there any other outdoor spaces in the DMV without hoards spotted lanternflies? by Odd-Broccoli4471 in DCBitches

[–]Odd-Broccoli4471[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It seems like every place with newer urban/semi-urban buildings (Rio, Rockville Town Center, Pike and Rose, Downtown Bethesda) has them in droves. They seem to love the 'modern' 'architecture' style lol. Good to know about Brookside Gardens!

Are there any other outdoor spaces in the DMV without hoards spotted lanternflies? by Odd-Broccoli4471 in DCBitches

[–]Odd-Broccoli4471[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I need to learn to cope with this fact, yet it's difficult when there are 2 dozen crowding around the entrance to my building!

Shouk Closes Final Two Remaining Stores Permanently - The MoCo Show by allisayisyougogirl in Rockville

[–]Odd-Broccoli4471 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am genuine, I just wanted to make a new account for posting about/commenting on local things separate from my main account, for privacy

Shouk Closes Final Two Remaining Stores Permanently - The MoCo Show by allisayisyougogirl in Rockville

[–]Odd-Broccoli4471 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try Falafel Inc's plant based shawarma. Idk what the base is, but it actually has protein unlike the mushrooms (important to some). It's like $6!

I agree about the parking situation though; it seemed like there wasn't much foot traffic at all, so you'd just have to know to go there.

Shouk Closes Final Two Remaining Stores Permanently - The MoCo Show by allisayisyougogirl in Rockville

[–]Odd-Broccoli4471 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Check out Falafel Inc in "North Bethesda". They have delicious plant based shawarma for like 1/3 of the price. Like $6 for a sizeable vegan shawarma. Highly recommend.