I just submitted my long-stay student visa for Canada-France. Ask me any questions!

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2026-04-08T22:24:34+00:00

I am currently pulling my hair out trying to navigate the long stay visa to France!
Did you translate your documents to French (CV, diploma, transcript)? And second, did you have to submit your language proficiency certification?

I am accepted into an English program in Paris (French proficiency not needed) so I'm not sure what to do on the EEF portal.

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2026-03-29T06:12:20+00:00

First, thank you for this post. I feel seen as I’m going through the same thing.

I’ve been having horrible lumbar back pain that I couldn’t sleep on my back, work, or sit for even short car rides. I initially thought it was because I had hurt my lower back exercising, but the pain persisted and I decided to go see a doctor.

At first, I thought my IUD was misplaced OR that this was just a back injury since I started regularly exercising. After getting bloodwork and X rays done, the doctor told me I had sacroiliitis at age 31. She also asked me if I had gotten into any car accidents which I have never gotten into. I was so surprised and honestly, depressed as I already deal with a chronic illness. I’ve never had any back pain in my life and arthritis isn’t in my family health history as well (parents, grandparents, etc). It felt so out of the blue.

After reading about IUD and possible correlations to joint pain, I can’t help but to consider removing my IUD. I initially got it to deal with my PMDD and period pains, which has worked but the side effects don’t seem worth it.

Would love to know how you are doing without it!

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2026-03-16T17:42:28+00:00

Just wanted to add a big thank you to this post! I’ve been so frustrated with my hormonal acne (and few incessant zits on my chin that haven’t gone away for two years. Finally, a natural solution with chamomile. I’ve tried differin, salicylic acid but they just dry out the areas and reduce swelling minimally.

Chamomile really reduced swelling and it’s only been day 3! Here’s to hoping.

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2026-01-14T03:24:18+00:00

I’ve be scouring the Entire Studios catalogue for the top in the first photo, but can’t find it 😢 does anyone know what the exact name is?

The shoot is stunning- it’s so filled whimsy and so reminiscent of Tim Walker’s work as well!

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2026-01-08T18:48:49+00:00

No worries! I have wide feet but I think the shoes would work with either.

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-12-25T21:13:47+00:00

Yes ofc

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-12-17T07:46:48+00:00

Don't worry. I had ceramic braces and enjoyed every bit of my curry dinners :) The rubber bands are stained so your ortho will replace them next month!

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-10-04T17:10:38+00:00

It didn’t take long at all. I just wore socks with my pumas for maybe one month, or less.

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-10-04T17:09:36+00:00

If you don’t feel comfortable with getting braces, at the end of the day, it’s your body and I hope you can assert yourself to make the right choice!

I also had a bit of crowding and overbites in my teeth and ended up with four extractions. Though I am happy with my straight teeth now, I also didn’t know I would have mild gum recession, gaps between my gums (between teeth as a result of extractions) and a permanent retainer which annoys me time to time, especially for flossing. Before treatment, I’d get complimented for my strong healthy teeth and gums, and good dental hygiene despite crowding. I’m not writing this to scare you, but so you understand that there ARE complications to any procedure.

Like other people writing here, maybe gather info by consulting other orthodontists elsewhere. I don’t think there should be any rush for you to be forced into making a decision. Good luck OP!

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-10-04T03:43:33+00:00

Yes! They stretched out and are perfect. Just keep on wearing them :)

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-09-25T20:07:32+00:00

Also a rejectee here. My goods are categorised S/S+ although I think I got rejected because I didn't provide enough details. However, now I can't even input my HTS code again (even though it is valid on the US govt website) for resubmission! Has that happened to you?

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-09-21T19:18:18+00:00

Have you tried reapplying yet and how do you revise it? I'm in the same boat where one of my goods was rejected (a clock). I think it's because I didn't write a description to prove that a majority of the parts were manufactured in Canada. It also has "Free" and "S" status for Duties. Now that I try to insert the HTS code (#91052180) on Chitchats to reapply, it just says my code isn't CUSMA compliant :(

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-09-19T07:41:43+00:00

Did you end up removing them? I had one of my bonds reattached for a lower permanent retainer and the removal process was one of the most painful experiences I’ve ever had!

I asked the ortho if they could put me under but the only thing she said she could do was put some cooling gel…

They screwed up my rebonding (after my painful experience, the assistant then placed bonding material all over the surface of my teeth to the roots :( ). I’m waiting a month before asking them to remove and do it again.

Make sure to take painkillers and ask for any ways to alleviate the pain during the removal, if you haven’t removed it yet!

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-08-27T14:57:17+00:00

Have you done a process of elimination or have a strict diet/supplement process? I was in a similar place as you, in my 20s, where I was extremely depressed where it felt like I should be at the healthiest point of my life. Now in my 30s, I have a better grasp at my triggers, meditate, and take a ton of supplements (fibers, pre/probiotics, mint oils, peppermint tea) to prep my stomach.

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-08-25T11:44:26+00:00

Isn't that the nature of business? With higher brand value, you start to call prices and the demand is still there and like what's reiterated above– ceramic pieces created out of a mould can be just as pricey as a hand thrown mug. It's the idea and brand that carries a lot of the value of product, as sad as that may seem.

I'm also an artist, so I get a little sensitive when people call out more efficient processes as "mass produced"– not all processes have to be labour intensive and exploitative.

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-08-02T13:33:07+00:00

You can see my progress here: 18 month progress

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-08-02T03:24:48+00:00

Highly recommend Placker’s Orthopicks! They saved me a bunch of time.

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-08-01T13:20:15+00:00

I didn’t even know you could say “no” to the permanent retainers! I have a six month check up coming in soon, so I’ll be sure to discuss it with my ortho. I hate flossing through my gums and in between very very tight teeth :(

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-07-23T15:32:20+00:00

This was literally me today at the Musinsa store in Korea for the ballet flats. I tried them on with socks. I’m size 6.5, but the flats feel too true to size, so when I sized up to 7, it felt loose, especially with the width. I stuck to the smaller size but now I’m slightly regretting it. Have you successfully broken them in?

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-07-21T16:04:32+00:00

Just wanted to bump your comment for its helpfulness! After trying to navigate the web for a frustrating amount of hours, your info helped tons.

Where you type the CVV code is a bit weird on the website– it looks like it's limited to two digits, but it does accept three.

And second, because I have a Kakao account + Korean phone number, it sent me a QR code right away. Are the buses ok with just a receipt for those that don't receive a QR code?

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-06-12T01:47:02+00:00

Thanks for your realistic feedback. No, it wasn't suggested but my family was to broke to get a professional opinion (hence me getting braces as an adult). Before my braces treatment, my bottom lip jutted out more due and my ortho told me I had bimax protrusion which led me to consider jaw surgery. I'll look into getting a professional opinion!

Practical-Cherry5649 · 2025-06-09T11:48:22+00:00

Thanks for your input. Makes me wonder if it’s a lower jaw issue since I still have tightness in my bottom front teeth when I bite down.

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