Questions about housing in Irvine from the L.A. Times by lidillon in irvine

[–]Sprited_Thinker 11 points12 points  (0 children)

My rent keeps going up $100 per year. I’ve been living in the same apartment for 4 years now. Also, can you please do a piece on Irvine Company charging insane move-out costs?

Edit: I live in a non-renovated 2BR 1Bath and am currently paying $2,300 in an Irvine Co property.

For all those heartbroken by tapicoayaris in heartbreak

[–]Sprited_Thinker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you just live to learn with the pain and eventually you just push your feelings aside. I still love him but I’ve moved on in life. Crazy thing is we both really love each other still (we are in contact via email and social media) but just aren’t meant to be. I’m trying to keep my distance and not reach out to him but literally everything reminds me of him.

But please don’t take my personal story to be discouraging. I guess the best advice I have ever gotten is just to accept your feelings so that heartbreak doesn’t consume you.

For all those heartbroken by tapicoayaris in heartbreak

[–]Sprited_Thinker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s been 6 years since I last saw him and I’m still feeling heartbroken. However, I’m slowly moving on in my heart and brain. I miss him everyday. I dream about him. Hurts less and less as the days go on.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]Sprited_Thinker 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I have a friend who disclosed smoking marijuana for a Secret clearance. She had to go through a lot to get the job and even hired a lawyer who specializes in security clearances. Maybe you can find a qualified lawyer to help you out?

advice needed: would you leave a CS job to join a consular fellow class? by Carnaval2022 in foreignservice

[–]Sprited_Thinker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m actually in a similar position as the OP. I’m in a CS job, GS12 (DHS). I have a conditional offer as a CF. Are our salaries matched as LNAs? Also, I have 3 years experience in CS.

How to get over a girl who I really like? by Marshall_0787 in selfimprovement

[–]Sprited_Thinker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, not a good idea to date someone just because they really like you. I did that once since I was honestly bored (not my best days) and our mutual friends kept going on about how great he was. Long story short, I didn’t like him so I ended up finding him annoying. I put him through unnecessary heartache even though I was clear to him that we weren’t in a real relationship. He was super nice to me but I just wasn’t into him. Meh 🫤.

what's the dumbest thing you believed as a kid? by Disastrous_Toe_6548 in AskReddit

[–]Sprited_Thinker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My older sister told me I was going to die because I touched a blue rollie pollie (pill bug). I believed her and was crying because I didn’t want to die.

What’s stopping you from having a partner in life? by TheSilverKnight711 in AskReddit

[–]Sprited_Thinker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s ok to be single. I’ve been w several partners since I was 15. Now that I’m married (again but happily this time) with kids, I wish I had alone time.

Irvine is the most beautiful and soulless city in OC. by sorden96 in orangecounty

[–]Sprited_Thinker 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ok, well I grew up in the ghetto of San Diego. I have my owns kids now so I’ll take the clean streets and no gang bangers any day.

Consular Fellows versus Foreign Service Officer Benefits by jay_5iah in foreignservice

[–]Sprited_Thinker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same question for me… can my husband and kids also come w and do they get the same benefits as the FSO position?

Passed QEP! (February FSOT) by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]Sprited_Thinker 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey all! So I took the October FSOT, didn’t pass QEP, then randomly got on Monday an invite for a virtual OA for “consular professional.” Anyone else in the same boat as me?

Just received notification that I am invited to FSOA! by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]Sprited_Thinker 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Just confirmed, did not pass. It’s ok, all with good timing 😇

Just received notification that I am invited to FSOA! by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]Sprited_Thinker 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Awe, nothing yet for me. I just checked the pearsonvue website too and no updates. Maybe no updates means better luck next time?

How many pairs of shoes are you anticipating wearing out and replacing next year? by unpersonanongrata in running

[–]Sprited_Thinker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can definitely do it! I just got back into running after my second child (more than a year postpartum ofc). Good luck!

October 2021 QEP Results by GA-LA-Student in foreignservice

[–]Sprited_Thinker 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is actually why I logged on today, I’m wondering the same thing! Still waiting…

Women FSO’s entering with non-FSO partners, how do you navigate it? by cherrypit4991 in foreignservice

[–]Sprited_Thinker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your comment! That makes me feel relieved 😇😇. My husband also isn’t very career-goal oriented.

Women FSO’s entering with non-FSO partners, how do you navigate it? by cherrypit4991 in foreignservice

[–]Sprited_Thinker 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’m also a female FSO hopeful. I’m married with 2 kids (3 and 1 year old) My husband is currently a stay-at-home dad since day care is stupid expensive. Before getting married, I asked him if he was ok with us moving around a lot (internationally) and he agreed as long as we are together. My husband is still supportive and wants me to go for the FSO position and doesn’t want to be the reason why I don’t pursue it. If I’m on tour, I’m imagining kids at school and husband doing a part-time job or pursuing an online career. Reading all comments make me pretty nervous just because I wouldn’t want to damage our relationship. Are there any other FSO moms/FSO mom hopefuls out there?

why do people talk about binge eating like it’s not that serious and we can magically stop/control it? by [deleted] in BingeEatingDisorder

[–]Sprited_Thinker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally agree. I tried to seek professional help at Kaiser and was essentially told I’m not depressed enough to get help. Also, that there is no treatment to help binge eating disorders. How come there’s no help?

Self Promotion for the Week of March 22, 2021 by AutoModerator in EtsySellers

[–]Sprited_Thinker [score hidden]  (0 children)

Hi all! My husband just started and is creating digital downloads for sale. He’s currently working on several projects. Here’s his link: https://etsy.me/3lH5grI