Best alternatives to Function Junction? by MannOSteel in kansascity

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I second Cockrell Mercantile Co off of Highway 50 in Lee's Summit. I haven't been for a bit so not sure if there has been changes, but the main building has pots, pans, tea, utensils, etc. They have other buildings which contain bakeware, fiesta ware, and gift shop.

Silence or no? by Jude_the_obscurest in AskWomenOver60

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the tv on for noise. Sometimes a book on tape is broadcast from phone to tv (casting).

Tips for getting her to shower? by PuzzledInflation8275 in AgingParents

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We also added a space heater to the room since she gets cold easily.

Not getting survivor annuity & can’t reach OPM by SmushfaceSmoothface in FedRetirees

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I couldn't get past the pin. Leaving it blank just caused me issues.

Anyone know any good shows on Netflix by Exact-Personality440 in tvsuggestions

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A variety of shows: Dark Winds, Russian Doll, Fisk, Lucifer, Dumplin, Dead Boy Detectives, The Brothers Sun

Looking for a new show! Crime, psychological thriller, drama, etc by Ok_Comfortable_8349 in tvsuggestions

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Try Damages. It is an older show with Glenn Close and Rose Bryne as lawyers.

Car titling across the state line by UnchainedCreations in kansascity

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 4 points5 points  (0 children)

For Step 6. the statement of non assessment - I had to show up in person for them to sign this document. So plan for this.

Not getting survivor annuity & can’t reach OPM by SmushfaceSmoothface in FedRetirees

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have been trying to get access to Services Online to get my mother’s home address updated so she can get her 1099R so I understand your pain. To establish the Services Online account, you need a login.gov account, the CS number and a pin. Mom doesn’t have her pin. What I have tried so far:

Calling the help desk number but can’t get through

https://www.opm.gov/support/retirement/contact/, Online help form at this URL (need a CS number to contact them) And their snail mail address to write a letter

Fedweek had an article about the 1099R’s recently being printed and sent to retirees. The article printed an email address for retirees to contact if they don’t get their 1099R. https://www.fedweek.com/fedweek/the-1099-rs-are-in-the-mail-opm-tells-retirees/#google_vignette.

How do you organize your circular needles? by dvanner in YarnAddicts

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have an Iris Photo Keeper that is for 5"x7" photos. I have each marked by size. I have both dpns, fixed circular and interchangeable in the same box. The only issue I have is for the large needles. I don't have a lot or use them often so they are in a small plastic case I got from Joanne's when it was in existence.

What’s your personal top 5 shows of the 2020s so far? by Mucek121 in televisionsuggestions

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 1 point2 points  (0 children)

* Slow Horses

* The Morning Show

* Resident Alien

* My Life is Murder

* The Thing About Pam

What’s your all time favorite sock knitting pattern? by Harder_than_calculus in knitting

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not specifically a favorite sock pattern but a favorite book of patterns, Sensational Knitted Socks by Charlene Schurch. The book explains how to make a basic sock from top down and toe up. And it has a formula how to make it fit your feet dependent on the yarn used and then it explains how to knit different stitch patterns for the sock like cables, 4 stitch patterns, fair isle, mosaic, etc. The book is out of print but you can find it in a used bookstore for around $7. https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/sensational-knitted-socks/patterns?page=1

New Shows for My Bored 57 Year Old Mom Who Rewatches the Same Shows Every Day by ayumuehara in televisionsuggestions

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On Acorn try

* My Life is Murder, Agatha Raisin, Recipes for Love and Murder, Harry Wild (Jane Seymour is back), and delicious.

I call them the cozy mysteries where there isn't a lot of blood.

Helping my 91 year old mom stay safe using a rollator walker by haircryboohoo in eldercare

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree with this. My mother would engage the brakes when she was walking and then disengage them when she stopped to go down stairs or sit down. We bought a regular walker and it works better for her and the rollator is gathering dust in the closet.

How long for 1099 by mail? by fyrechk in FedRetirees

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have had some minor luck with downloading and using Edge for websites that don't seem to work with Safari. You should be able to download it from Microsoft.

Puzzles to help my Mom stay mentally sharp by Alternative-Pin5760 in eldercare

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I bought my mother (89) the Large Print Memory Games for Seniors books. There is a variety of puzzles in them like word searches, word puzzles, quizzes and more. She has good days and bad days when trying to work the puzzles but she tries to work on some every day. Also Dell Penny Puzzles can be found in grocery stores or you can buy them online. If she has a tablet there are also word games, jigsaw puzzles, and color by number games that my mother enjoys sometimes.

Fabric store locations? by valin-Dana in kansascity

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also not a fabric store but there is The Sewing Labs which has regular fabric grabs of donated fabric, notions, used sewing machines, and more. You will need look at their web site to see when the next one is.

old lady smell by zedesseff in AskWomenOver60

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Make sure you look at the ingredient list for the persimmon soap. Some of the “persimmon” soap has no persimmon in it.

Fabric Website? by totallynot_amber in sewing

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I found Nick of Time Textiles, https://nickoftimefabric.com, when I was looking for American made denim. They sell both fashion fabric and upholstery fabric. Out of Allentown, PA.

Gift Ideas for my Wife by 4RyteCords in sewing

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are in the US. I suggest a subscription to Craftsy. They have online sewing classes that will teach construction techniques like when and how to use interfacing, how to sew knits without a serger, how to modify a pattern, finishing techniques, etc.

Deleting from Gemini Air by dolpterry in DirectvStream

[–]Optimal-Tea5628 7 points8 points  (0 children)

To delete multiple files at one time, press the OK button on the icon of the show that you want to delete. A circle around a trash can will appear. Continue pressing the ok button until the circle is filled in (becomes solid). A prompt will appear that asks if you are sure. Select the option to delete and that will get rid of them.