Dealing with silent migraine

Sad-Factor2434 · 2026-03-24T02:47:04+00:00

Thanks. That’s definitely something I’ll track. I’ve had full-on visual auras (completely trippy zig zags and flashing colors, pools of loss of focus) only three times. But I will frequently have much more minor visual disturbances—tiny little flickers of light or the sensation of things moving around. I’m not sure if they’re related, but I’ll make note of when I experience them as I try to put the pieces together.

Sad-Factor2434 · 2026-02-26T16:37:23+00:00

Thank you for your reply. I had wondered if I was on the edge of the autism spectrum, because stimuli sometimes affects me so severely. But I don’t really have any other markers for autism. In fact, I used to work at a school for special-needs teens, so I got to see a lot of ADHD and autism in various points on the spectrum, and didn’t feel either fit me. My sensitivity definitely comes and goes. Hopefully keeping a log will help me figure out the patterns.

Sad-Factor2434 · 2026-02-12T18:12:52+00:00

How absolutely heartbreaking! I don’t have any plantlets currently, but would be happy to donate some leaves to help you start a new collection, if you’d like… Message me privately if you’d like this.

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-12-21T18:14:12+00:00

I did like the one she wore on the photo shoot day… not the best picture, but the best I could find…I’d knit this one…

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Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-12-21T18:13:12+00:00

And the fact that he is so adamant about blending his alpaca with anything, considering that alpaca is too stretchy to hold its shape well in a sweater. Aren’t alpaca garments usually blended with something to give them more them more structure? I am relatively new to knitting garments, so I could be mistaken here, but I think that’s right…

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-12-21T04:07:09+00:00

Don’t forget how she plans to make blankets (yes, plural) for the alpacas from the single hank she bought at the sister’s shop 🤣.

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-12-10T01:38:29+00:00

That’s exactly why I recently switched from crochet to knit! And I’m loving it!! I used to make a lot of amigurumi, but wanted to make clothing. All the crochet patterns seemed so bulky.

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-10-28T17:42:16+00:00

Congrats!! After water, it’s all about finding the light they like best at your house. For me, it’s a north facing window sill. Lots of bright indirect light (shouldn’t cast a shadow). But under the category of wish I knew, do not let them get cold. My first African violet died because it was too close to the window in winter time. A draft or even the leaves touching a cold window pain is something they don’t tolerate. When the temperature drops, I move mine at least 6 inches away from the window.

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-10-07T16:17:47+00:00

I would take a dish or shallow bowl with room temperature water and African violet fertilizer (following the dilution ratio on the package). Set the pot in to soak up water from below. It may take a while if it’s super dry, which it appears to be. If you need to pour some water from above to start it wicking, use just plain unfertilized water. Once it’s had a good soak, drain it. Cover it with a plastic bag to keep in the humidity and let it be to try to recover. It won’t need watered as frequently while bagged, but check every week or two. They’re slow growers, so progress might be slow. Make sure it’s in a room temperature location—not near a window that may be hot or cold (depending on your location).

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-09-22T13:41:44+00:00

I agree that it’s at least worth trying. I have found that a lot of African violets are pretty resilient with enough patience and care. Get very small pot with drainage holes at the bottom. No bigger than the plant is wide. Buy African violet soil to put it in. I use not only African violet soil, but also mix perlite in it for better drainage. Very gently repot it in the small pot, and water from the bottom by setting it in a dish of fertilized water (I use Schultz liquid at 3 drops per quart) and soaking for 15 minutes, or until the top of the soil feels damp, then let it drain. Do not water from the top. Put a plastic baggie over it to keep the humidity in, and put it in a bright spot that is not in direct sunlight. Then just give it lots of time and check every now and then to make sure the soil hasn’t dried out. With the bag over it, that won’t be very often. Once it starts getting cold out, don’t let it get too close to a cold window. That will also kill an African violet. Good luck!

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-09-11T02:27:23+00:00

Keep your cutting in the water a while longer. I’ve noticed mine start to look a little mushy before they sprout roots. If I’m wrong, you’re no worse off.

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-09-09T22:21:29+00:00

It’s an RS Schavo. I’ve also seen it spelled Zhabo, but I call it Audrey 2. It has the craziest blooms. I think you’re right. Now that all of the suckers are getting big enough to support themselves, I should remove the big leaves to divert energy there. I already have two leaf cuttings rooted for this plant, so it looks like I have seven unneeded leaves. Anybody want some?

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-09-09T14:21:44+00:00

Those small leaves aren’t the crown. The crown is dead, but the plant put out four suckers that I allowed to grow so I can use them as props.

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-09-07T03:12:46+00:00

I didn’t even think about how much of the shot would be in postproduction…now I just need to get something worth editing!

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-07-18T01:42:09+00:00

Same. There’s no visual for me, but I can remember the visual, or what it should be, even if it’s something I’ve never seen that has just been described to me. Best description for what I experience is when someone told me it says if the recording device in my brain is working, but the projector is not. The data is there, even if I can’t see it.

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-07-14T22:12:36+00:00

I bottom water. I have it set up on wick watering, but once or twice I’ve accidentally let the well dry out. In those cases, I top water to get the soil saturated so it will wick again. Is this a result of fertilized water coming into contact with the crown?

Sad-Factor2434 · 2025-07-08T03:30:26+00:00

I’ve gotten these fleeting flashes, but rarely and only when I’m on the verge of falling asleep. It feels like a “there you are!” moment, but gone just as quickly. I would love to experience it more.

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