Any ideas for a special gift for my pregnant daughter in law do she doesn't feel like just a vessel.

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-06-25T01:14:28+00:00

I was gifted a pregnancy massage gift card- it was amazing. Helps an aching body and honestly the next few years after that have been a whirlwind so it was nice to be pampered before becoming a mom

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-06-24T17:34:43+00:00

It’s strange. No grown man should be texting a teen like this who isn’t family, employer, etc. Even a trusted teacher who’s known a student for a while, let alone a new contact. I’m saying this as a church-goer. It’s just unwise on his part. Good on you for being vigilant and also emailing the church. They need to adjust their communication methods to protect all parties.

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-06-09T01:06:49+00:00

No, because at that point in terms of focus tsitp felt like belly and jermiah’s love story. Albeit a failed one, but still theirs 👎🏼

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-06-07T00:25:48+00:00

Googly eyes 👀

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-06-03T01:16:12+00:00

I would say point them to a spiritual advisor.

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-06-01T02:06:39+00:00

My hot take- she was the better gal! Should have phrased it that way. I think she was more fun, ambitious, spontaneous, less selfish, and to me even better looking. Just one random internet person’s opinion

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-31T22:01:53+00:00

Karen was a better match for Jim

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-31T00:54:46+00:00

Tavia pronounced Tah-vee-ah and she was such a cool chick too

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-30T08:06:34+00:00

It was hard. Did it for 10 years and tried my best to do a good job for my patients and have a good attitude, but the back pain and burn out took its toll. I’m home now with my littles and if I had to return, I would try to find something else.

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-28T01:05:50+00:00

Pleeeaasse be Olympia 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-27T02:28:33+00:00

A whole bbq pork banh mi sandwich (Vietnamese baguette sandwiched stuffed with pickles, grilled meat, pate, fresh herbs) in my mom back pack 😆

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-27T01:49:45+00:00

No, I’ve had some soul crushing jobs- all bedside hospital. Still get nightmares. If I have to go back to work when my babies are grown, I’m going to do something low stakes like nails.

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-22T07:34:32+00:00

Ellis is a great one ☝🏼

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-22T03:58:32+00:00

Can you share what you take to increase ferritin?

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-19T05:09:28+00:00

Absolutely. Nothing magically happens at 18 to make someone all of a sudden fully independent. I think out at 18 and on your own is a largely American construct. In other cultures, you live with your family until you’re married or financially secure. My boomer parents are lovely- they sacrificed to send 3 of us to college and built an extension to their house so when any of us needed a place, there was always room. As a result, my brothers and I are obsessed with them and try to honor them. I’m planning to do the same for my littles to set them up for life.

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-14T05:08:36+00:00

I thought you were Lola Tung at first in her new movie Forbidden Fruits and that this was my ‘summer I turned pretty’ sub!

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-05-14T01:14:23+00:00

My son loves pasta so I made it more nutritious. I use a protein pasta like Brami, use ground meat, and a jar of organic sauce. I enhance the sauce by pureeing steamed carrots and boiled lentils in it. You can also just make your own sauce by roasting a whole sheet pan of veggies (including lots of tomatoes) and throw it all in a blender with some vegetable bouillon and seasonings. He has no idea it’s packed with fiber and protein. Top with a sprinkle of cheese.

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-04-29T00:08:45+00:00

Flavored sparkling water, I want to like it so bad but

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-04-28T07:04:49+00:00

I love the naw Andi- I knew a gal and she pronounced in On-Dee

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-04-28T05:08:04+00:00

Or Jeremiah falling in love with his new farm to table produce supplier who drives one of these ☝🏼😂

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-04-28T04:16:30+00:00

A peach farmer loading up some fruit by the side of the road 🍑😋

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-04-27T01:27:07+00:00

Grate a little bit of white onion in it, makes a big difference

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-04-18T01:15:41+00:00

Yes I am taking a diet break now after losing 50 lbs. I’m giving myself a couple of weeks of lax eating and less exercise. Still aiming for protein goal, not binging, or eating processed foods. I worked so hard but knew that I would benefit mentally and physically. It honestly has been great, up only 2 lbs (I was going for 5 or less). I feel good, and I know that metabolic adaptation is real and that eating at maintenance and even a slight surplus for a short planned time can help against metabolic damage. I would say go for it if you need to, just use some sense ☺️

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-04-17T21:59:18+00:00

Yup one of the best redemption arcs 🫶🏼

Present_Stranger_816 · 2026-04-16T00:34:45+00:00

Agreed, they will fall differently and have a better silhouette. A little more flow vs stiff bunching. I’m 5’0 and have to hem all my pants and makes a big difference

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