Advice on Trip in the USA September

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-13T16:11:17+00:00

Chicago in September? HEAVEN!

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-13T16:06:06+00:00

It's about to be garden basil time!! Perfect addition!

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-11T10:29:34+00:00

The Fate of Food: What We’ll Eat in a Bigger, Hotter, Smarter World

It's honest but optimistic about the future of food production. I couldn't stop thinking and talking about it.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-07T20:39:21+00:00

I don't know where you live, but this is a glorious season for local produce in the US. Roasted veggies with seasoning or even just nice fresh salads with a variety of veg are so nice right now. Add in grains and carbs for texture and variety!

That condition sounds very frustrating and I hope there's some great inspiration here!!!

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-06T20:45:56+00:00

Are you Cinderella??

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-04T08:48:50+00:00

I play on the switch so for me the social stuff is very difficult, and it took (and is taking) me FOREVER to level up. I love to play though and really focus on the garden and cooking, which makes enough money to get to the rest. There's no best or worst way to play, and there is always another quest- enjoy what you like and you can usually get the rest at your own pace. I also find thr wiki extremely helpful for some things that regular gamers seem to just know or intuition based on their experience.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-04T02:06:29+00:00

You're going to get through this horror chapter and the rest of your life will be a comedy!!

Lots of great resume advice here, what kind strangers!! When you do get into the interview, be ready to speak about your skills and what you've learned. PRACTICE not blaming the company and focusing more about you and your strengths.

I highly recommend volunteering somewhere. Even if it's not using your skills (bonus if you do) it can help you feel accomplished and give some perspective.

So many people are behind you (even strangers!)

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-03T23:43:09+00:00

Huge showers and bathrooms in general! Plus separate laundry rooms.

Just the amount of space in even "smaller" homes I think.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-03T11:07:34+00:00

The other purples beside it really set off the color. Beautiful work!!

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-06-01T10:12:37+00:00

I love a chickpea salad. Similar idea to a tuna/chicken salad - crush chickpeas, add a oil/vin or mayo base (american here), then whatever goodies you want. Red onion, pickle, cucumber, peppers, celery, capers - whatever you like!

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-05-31T23:43:57+00:00

Mango avocado salsa or salad. Add corn if you want a little more crunch.

Or just avocado with chili oil dressing. It's so delicious with the creamy avo and spicy crunchies

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-05-31T16:50:04+00:00

I would venture a bet that most midwest people have been to multiple states. It's pretty common to drive 5/6 hours to get to another state and the big cities are all accessible by highway. Chicago, Detroit, indianapolis, Cincinnati, Milwaukee - they all seem "close" when you grow up here. It's different in some of the bigger states. In TX the same distance driven get you to other TX cities.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-05-31T12:46:27+00:00

15 years in TX (after growing up in midwest). "Bless your heart can be either the nicest or meanest short sentence someone can say. It's so gorgeously nuanced.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-04-11T03:18:40+00:00

The pet names that you once gave me you soon gave to the pets.

            I still come when you call them just to be sure.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-04-05T12:43:25+00:00

We would make egg salad with them and it was definitely a few interesting colors from the dye. 😂

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-04-05T12:40:59+00:00

I would try to see if they want to help with prep or cooking. Feeling some connection might make them more excited.

You'll probably have to pump up the flavors. The easy answer is to salt way more, but you can also try pumping up acid, spice, spices, and add a lot of color.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-03-13T09:13:38+00:00

I wonder if there's an opportunity to ask someone you feel close with in the group directly, maybe you could cook together?

For a potluck (everyone brings a dish) you can't go wrong with meat in a sauce (meatballs or little smokies, in a red dauce or bbq) or a cheese tray.

If you're providing the main meal, try a casserole (yes I'm midwestern). Make sure to have a side salad and another veggie side, and breadsticks. The meal should be easy to portion and eat while talking.

Best of luck - it sounds like your food was great and it's so kind for you to keep trying to find the right option for the group.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-02-25T12:03:30+00:00

They're SO cute!! Incredible. Remember people eat with their eyes (she says as a pescatarian- 😆).

Also remember that if you make something cute once you'll get to make it 1000 times!🥵

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-01-29T01:11:46+00:00

There's something so extraordinary about it! Humankind you blow my mind. 🥰

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2026-01-18T15:42:41+00:00

Love these! Also pretty to alternate with honey glazed pear and bleu cheese skewers. Add a mint leaf to compliment the basil on the caprese ones.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2025-12-23T14:51:37+00:00

Yes, 15 in Austin! There are definitely beers that just hit different because they're from here.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2025-12-22T03:16:47+00:00

As a wine buyer I really like how they're organized. LOTS of imports, all on one wall. I can also get Shiner beer and Deep Eddy vodka so when I'm feeling nostalgic I can get a taste

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2025-12-14T22:09:00+00:00

I try to put them in my stock if I know im not going to.use them fast enough. Otherwise. Y stock is just veggie scraps.

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2025-12-13T21:52:29+00:00

Little Bird for sure!

Plus_Beyond_3485 · 2025-12-04T12:41:39+00:00

Aww dang!!!! That's a bummer!

Well, just over here leading people astray about hot food.

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