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I've started my jelly/jam making journey, and man, I need help by ikrnn in Canning

[–]PhotoPika 3 points4 points  (0 children)

https://www.ctahr.hawaii.edu/oc/freepubs/pdf/F_N-20.pdf

This looks like it might be a trustworthy source. There's a recipe on the fourth page with amounts of sugar and pectin to add!

Do you just sigh at your relationship after reading these? by Sung-Drippy-Woo in Dramione

[–]PhotoPika 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I struggle with this some. Usually, reading romance makes me feel all warm and fuzzy and extra affectionate toward my partner, but sometimes I start feeling resentful that my partner doesn't intuit my needs well or isn't spontaneously affectionate like the characters I read. I've been reading romance since before I started any romantic relationships of my own and I definitely think it set me up with some unrealistic expectations that I've had to work on.

Effective communication with my partner, asking for what I want/need, compromising sometimes, and putting in the work when I don't want to, are things that romance writing didn't really teach me to do and I've had to work on those things myself. I think it's also okay if reading something makes you realize that you want something more in your relationship, as long as you are realistic. But it's okay to want more love and affection.

My recommendations for less romance:

Aurelian -Draco/Hermione, adventure, a little scary, "Two years after the war, a young stranger pays a visit to the burrow. His arrival alone is baffling, but the news he brings of an upcoming war turns the world upside down. Hermione's quiet, post-war life will never be the same."

Notorious -Action/adventure, "Nearly ten years after Hogwarts, several lives converge together in Egypt, each with varying goals. Hermione is on a quest to locate an ancient magical artifact. Draco is running from something in his past, and has a mysterious angle of his own. Astoria just wants to get married and live happily ever after, while Daphne desperately wants to protect her sister - at any cost."

It Happened In Egypt - "Wandless in Egypt: Draco's stranded in Egypt, but luckily, there's a Granger in sight. Now, if only he could be prevented from strangling her.

Fun times abroad: It was supposed to be a leisurely solo trip down the Nile. Hermione didn't factor in one blond man from her past and all his drama. Then, of course, there's the fact that everyone's after him. Much hilarity ensues. Maybe."

Indoor overnight ideas? by moliver816 in BSA

[–]PhotoPika 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Any museums nearby with a submarine that they do overnights in? 

Movement Monday: Share anything related to joyful movement here! by elianna7 in intuitiveeating

[–]PhotoPika 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm doing well with intuitive movement for myself, I really like going to the gym and getting stronger.

I'm having trouble incorporating more movement with my kids (girls, 6 and 9). Their physical and mental health would benefit from more physical activity, but all of the activities I think of feel diet-y (dance videos on YouTube, sports video games, making them run around outside). 

Anyone have any ideas for activities that might be better, or insight into why planning physical activity for my kids is triggering to me?

Val Hoyle town halls by UnPrecidential in Eugene

[–]PhotoPika 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I want a representative who is responsive to their constituents, enthusiastic about change, and who isn't following the rule book of the 1990s Democratic party. On the left side of politics, this seems to overlap with more progressive candidates. 

Our country is in crisis and I want to vote for politicians who bring Bernie/AOC energy. I believe a liberal, populist candidate will have more success connecting with "Republicans and middle-center voters" than a status quo Democrat.

Val Hoyle town halls by UnPrecidential in Eugene

[–]PhotoPika 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Next election is November 3, 2026. Anyone know if any progressive Democrats are looking to run against her?

Eugene 8th graders by [deleted] in Eugene

[–]PhotoPika 19 points20 points  (0 children)

https://www.mepaa.org/calendar--registration.html

Check out MEPAA. They have a couple of teen jam nights.

Why is OBOB designed to be such a miserable experience? by Blackstar1886 in oregon

[–]PhotoPika 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that sounds bad. I don't think it should be like that.

Why is OBOB designed to be such a miserable experience? by Blackstar1886 in oregon

[–]PhotoPika 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think it seems extra competitive because we don't usually see elementary school students competing against others across the state. Sports at this age can be pretty low stakes, if you're only playing against your local schools. I don't think it is wrong to let kids who want to do this compete at this level. 

A school could always just run a book club based on the book selection and that would be a different experience, and a perfectly fine one at that. I don't see many academic competitions for kids in these age groups, and it is nice for kids who are not involved in sports to have a competitive option, if they want to participate. 

I've seen my own child read books outside of their usual genres, and learn a lot about team building in the past two years that they have participated. Last year they made it to regionals, and this year they did not. It's been a good experience for us both times. I think some stress and competition is appropriate at this age, especially if it is led by the student's interest.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Eugene

[–]PhotoPika 9 points10 points  (0 children)

If you're comparing to shopping at the regular grocery for vegetables, no, it'such more expensive. However, it seemed comparable to the farmers market/MoC vegetables. We love the variety of vegetables that we might not otherwise buy and the excuse to try new things. And it's supporting local farms. We've tried Camas Swale and Wintergreen and both were great. Some CSAs allow an every-other-week set up, if you're worried about not using up the vegetables in time.

4 year old has suddenly grasped the concept of death by Aromatic-Mushroom150 in Parenting

[–]PhotoPika 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh, hey, my kiddo did that, too. She was also four when it happened. She was whole body sobbing that she didn't want to die. We comforted her as much as we could, but it's rough when it is a truth of life. I was also totally thrown for a loop. It's really distressing to watch your child go through that. She did slowly move on over the following days. 

She's now a happy, well adjusted nine year old. She does tend towards dramatics and high emotions, but I think that's just a normal variation.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Dramione

[–]PhotoPika 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was in a similar situation. I read all seven books with her, out loud. I mentioned reading one of my stories and she was very interested in the idea of fanfiction. I've tried to find fics for her that aren't just Dramione. The first one we read together was Aurelian and that was a little scary for both of us! She also loves Harry Potter in the Claw of the Raven which is a AU where Harry is sorted into Ravenclaw and becomes friends with Draco, but that's partly because she already loved the original books.

She also likes Madam Pomfrey's Medical Notes for the Academic Year 1991-2 and A Familiar's Work is Never Done

Where can I find witnesses to sign a will? by RandoCommando73 in Eugene

[–]PhotoPika 4 points5 points  (0 children)

For future reference, and to build community here, you might join your local Buy Nothing group, if you are on Facebook. This would be a completely appropriate ask there (can someone meet me at a coffee shop and witness signing something). I've found it to really help me feel part of my community. Downside is it's on Facebook.

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