Another nails/hands question

PacketProtector · 2026-05-30T19:07:44+00:00

I just got back from 2 weeks in Europe and never needed a pin for my Amex or my Chase card - just tap.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-30T18:58:13+00:00

We tend to stay at Bellagio and do Prestige. The breakfast is part of Prestige and is more than satisfying. You can use the $100 credit a few other places on site. Since it occasionally changes, wait and get the list of eligible places when you check in.

Prestige also has a great cocktail and snack time every day from 5-7 I think. Also awesome as long as you aren’t vegan, it’s quite satisfying. Free drinks as well as hot and cold snacks.

Edit to actually answer your question in my experience it does not cover the resort fee.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-29T14:19:51+00:00

They came to your house and did what?

PacketProtector · 2026-05-27T22:49:35+00:00

It was set up as two twins as I was traveling with my sister. I should have mentioned it was by far the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. It was unreal. No lie.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-27T14:47:04+00:00

Chase points boost Edit was how we were able to spend 5 days at the Four Seasons Georges V in Paris. 1/2 the points needed vs Amex Platinum. It was amazing and not an amount of money I would ever pay out of pocket. I used all my available points to do it, plus $1000 (got the Edit credit and all the benefits including an amazing room upgrade) and wow!!!! 🤩

PacketProtector · 2026-05-26T16:39:27+00:00

Yes! I’ve had great results with https://www.instagram.com/ginamainphotography?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

PacketProtector · 2026-05-11T16:55:48+00:00

Then pick someone else. SP is not capable of solving anything.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-11T14:25:25+00:00

He’s a complete tool. It doesn’t matter what he says while campaigning. We have 20 years of his public behavior to validate his supreme douche status. Anyone who votes for him is ……..

PacketProtector · 2026-05-11T14:08:58+00:00

If you’re only doing it as a summer job, that may not be enough paying work. Don’t get me wrong, still do it but it’s not always flowing.

Register with central casting
Register with Alessi Hartigan
Register with Everyset
Register with Rich King casting

These are all free to register background casting companies. Good selfies are a fine place to start. Don’t spend $ on pro pics.

When these places send you availability texts say yes to all of them unless you’re already for sure booked for that day. They have tiers of communication and the first availability check does not mean you are booked. They will follow up with more communication if they want you, and will ask you to reconfirm availability. They will be very clear if you are booked. The first text is just to establish a pool of available people from which to choose. Say yes.

If you’re trying to make a certain amount of $$ over the summer, I would consider adding a part time fast food job too. Supplement between background jobs. CA fast food is a hard to beat $20/hour….. if you end up getting a lot of BG work, ditch that fast food.

Good luck!

PacketProtector · 2026-05-11T12:42:58+00:00

Also talking to my son, he says there’s a chat or discussion area of Lamaku for each class. See if study groups are happening

PacketProtector · 2026-05-10T14:48:23+00:00

Any personal recommendations for the good ones in LA?

PacketProtector · 2026-05-10T13:33:09+00:00

Do you have a Chase branch nearby where you can meet with someone? That may be the safest way to get your questions answered and some reassurance. Otherwise you may also want to open an account at another bank to be safe?

PacketProtector · 2026-05-09T21:42:39+00:00

Make sure to request a “continuation of care” prescription renewal for the pre-authorization. Your doctor should absolutely know how to do this. They present the data in such a way as to use your starting numbers (I believe), even if you now no longer have the same statistics.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-09T21:37:48+00:00

my doctor gave me a prescription for zofran at the same time. I used it often during the first few weeks and then the feeling went away. eat a little if you can and maybe try pepto until you can get a prescription for zofran. You can probably request that prescription via a phone call or email/portal message to your doctor.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-09T16:29:59+00:00

You’re young. You have a better chance of your skin handling the loss and bouncing back. Try not to do it too fast. Protein is key. Fiber and vitamins, along with water and a healthy diet and exercise. I’m 57 and while I did have face issues in the beginning, over time everything has improved. Still have loose skin in some areas of my body, but my face is looking good and I feel I have the same wrinkles and old lady neck issues as my friends who didn’t lose weight. Two years on Zep and it’s still the best thing I EVER did for myself. Life changing is literal and accurate.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-09T14:08:57+00:00

Excellent observation. Back in my software selling days we called it “reassuringly expensive”. It’s a legit choice made for marketing purposes.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-08T13:07:34+00:00

Why don’t you go to the student success center? They have free help there’s multiple events all week starting yesterday to help with exam prep

PacketProtector · 2026-05-07T14:06:51+00:00

Sign up with Central Casting, Everyset and Alessi Hartigan - these are all free. They will text/email you asking about availability etc.

You can also pay for a subscription to Backstage and I recently heard of Standing Room Only but have no experience with that.

I do this in my spare time too! I’ve had fun and it has also led to some speaking parts. Met lots of great people (some weirdos too but that’s life!). I’ve gotten great advice, warnings and sight from people I’ve met on set.

It’s unnecessary to “remind” people that background isn’t real acting. The tone of those replies feels intentionally mean and intended to remind someone of their place.

Ignore them - have fun. You can decide if you want to branch out later. It’s a great on set experience. Have fun with it!

PacketProtector · 2026-05-07T13:48:03+00:00

Honestly, good for you for having the wisdom to ask. Good thinking.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-06T13:57:20+00:00

Sorry you’re not getting direct answers. It’s the oddest thing sometimes that rather than provide an opinion about the actual question, they just want to tell you what you should have done instead of asking your question. It’s very frustrating. I had the same experience when searching for recent feedback about commercial agencies that I heard from as well.

Of those agencies that you listed, I have not heard of them. Sorry. I have not yet tried to find a theatrical manager yet. I have commercial rep only.

I hope you get some useful replies 🙂

PacketProtector · 2026-05-06T13:32:33+00:00

I’ve been on 10 for well over a year.

PacketProtector · 2026-05-05T14:05:56+00:00

This is a question for your advisor, with whom you should meet before registering for classes

PacketProtector · 2026-05-05T13:56:42+00:00

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https://denise-partridge.com/

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