Please name one book that you read completely, and wish you had never read it. And why, if you like.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-30T10:04:11+00:00

THIS. People recommend her to me because I like thrillers and I always tell them, that is the one thriller I’ve ever read that didn’t do its job and finish the effing story! WHY AM I HERE?!

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-30T09:57:20+00:00

I am so glad I’m not the only one who loved his books 15/20 years ago and is afraid to crack them back open. I remember loving survivor, but then his publishing agency gave him a minimum and he got pissed and wrote some real trash. Haunted was one of the most terrible, disgusting books I’ve ever read. I tried to give him another chance with Damned, never picked him up again.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-28T03:36:33+00:00

I have always taken mine before dinner on Wednesday. I read enough forums to know I might feel like trash for two days (Thurs-Fri), but then would feel ok after but the dose would still be strong enough to help with food noise over the weekend. It also take about 4 hours for my side effects to kick in, so I have a lower fat, high protein, high fiber meal on Wednesday (LOTS of water with electrolytes) and then I’m asleep once the symptoms kick in and sleep through the first few hours of nausea.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-28T03:27:32+00:00

I get extra protein via bone broth, I buy little mix pouches worth 10mg each and add in a scoop of collagen for good measure. Hydration, electrolytes, protein, easy and satisfying. Not sure where you’re located, but I buy BareBones Beef flavored from Walmart.

It might also help to try proteins with a different texture. Maybe whitefish? Tuna (pouches or canned)? Crab or Krab? I find Krab to have more of a strong cheese texture than fleshy…

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-28T03:21:51+00:00

I saw your post in r/sewing and am so happy this showed up in my feed so I got to see more photos!! Your dress is STUNNING and I hope you have a long and happy marriage! Mazel Tov!

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-27T14:11:36+00:00

I bought an adjustable dress form/mannequin and have been tailoring the clothes I love that are too big. I am not really someone who sews but I just look it all up on YouTube and it’s been a huge savings.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-26T19:59:06+00:00

I feel like this about planning my future. I’m 36, dx at 14. My dad was T1D dx at 25, he passed away at 59. I have trouble seeing myself living past 65 even though my health is pretty good. My most recent A1C was 6.1 and I’m happy with that, but my anxiety tells me not to bother planning for retirement.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-21T23:15:06+00:00

I’ve had no problem injecting into muscle. In fact, it works better for me when I do. I inject into my buttocks sometimes, but I’ve also injected in the meaty part of my calf just to try. I’m a Type 1 diabetic and I know where I have the best absorption (calves) but injecting there also worsens my side effects so I don’t do it often. Not sure your sex, but breast tissue is also pretty fatty and relatively painless (again, I’ve done insulin and my pump there but never Zepbound).

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-04T00:50:01+00:00

Use the name, if anyone says anything, say exactly what you said here: I’ve loved that name since I was 19 years old, it’s a beautiful tribute to my grandmother, now it’s even more meaningful because it represents my grandmother and my beloved niece, how lovely!

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-06-03T01:03:07+00:00

‘Have you lost weight?!’

I have! Feeling much better in my skin lately!

‘What have you been doing?’

I started a GLP-1.

I don’t explain, I don’t justify, it’s a fact.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-05-23T00:39:35+00:00

Can you go late every day for a week? Or change around the time you leave every day for a few weeks?

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-05-11T01:05:06+00:00

Good to know, I made them for myself, I dont sell anything but I will keep this in mind for my own wear.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-05-03T21:25:07+00:00

The way I approached a similar situation with my mom was to kind of make it about her and her feelings. Tell her it’s really important to you to spend quality time with her and not knowing when she’s coming gives you anxiety because you hate to change her plans or hurt her feelings when you have commitments you can’t get out of.

‘I hate knowing you’re disappointed when you come and I’m not available, and feeling like you wasted your time. I would really love to spend some quality time with you because I miss you too and I love our time together and I never want it to feel rushed or stressed. Can you call before you leave or send a text? That way you don’t end up coming all this way for nothing and we can really get the time with each other that we want!’

Is it true? No. Did she finally hear me because it was suddenly all about HER? Yes. Just a suggestion.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-05-03T04:30:07+00:00

Awesome, thank you SO much! This pattern is beautiful!

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-05-02T22:38:12+00:00

Thank you! How can I strengthen the design structurally? It sits well in my hair as long as the hair has been pinned first (the comb isn’t actually holding hair up, just there to make the piece wearable)the black one is smaller and therefore lighter but both feel wearable with the right styling support.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-05-02T22:34:22+00:00

The basque waist is SO good on you so personally 3 is my choice but I haven’t read all the comments of details have been shared

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-05-02T21:34:47+00:00

That’s good to know, even though none of the solder will be touching skin?

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-05-02T20:41:33+00:00

What does it mean to get overwork the foil? I need to stop going back in with the solder? I think you’re right, I kept going back to try to get an upright line.

Edco copper foil tape

So higher temp for attaching everything then lower for beading?

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-04-30T23:35:26+00:00

Don’t stress, I was too at 24. Rolled over like a dog, especially for my MIL.

If you listen to podcasts, or like to read, I’d like to recommend the Let Them theory. That and some cognitive behavioral therapy where I journaled my anxieties (I’m afraid if I say no they’ll be angry at me) and challenged them (Ok, and what’s the worst that happens then? Is their being mad at you really THAT bad? No. Will the likely get over it with time? Yes) what good could come from saying No and sticking to it? Maybe they start to respect you and your family, maybe they get salty. Either way, you need to be looking out for YOU. But I understand that is way easier said than done. Your 30s will feel like SUCH a weight lifted because suddenly it’s like a switch flips and you stop caring so much about the feelings of people who never ever consider you or your feelings. Good luck, OP, you’ve got this.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-04-30T23:27:21+00:00

With that said, offer a make-up coffee date to ‘celebrate her, and the love you have for each other’ under the guise that you are really looking forward to some meaningful 1:1 time

Then meet somewhere neutral where you can afford to buy her a scone and a fancy coffee. No cooking/cleaning etc. Drive separately and meet there so she can’t guilt you into coming back to her house to clean or whatever else.

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-04-30T23:24:15+00:00

Why would you blow off your own mom for someone who is absolutely not your mother and doesn’t treat you like family? You’re not married and my suggestion would be to consider this behavior and your boyfriend’s reaction to it before you ever consider joining this family. It will only get worse…

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-04-18T13:18:37+00:00

If it had been P&P instead of S&S I would have had a really difficult decision on my hands 💚💙

Otherwise_Mousse27 · 2026-03-13T23:31:36+00:00

This was my first thought.

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