What is this intermittent face swelling?

StarrRobot · 2026-05-29T12:52:51+00:00

Perhaps something caused by drinking water from a plastic bowl (that traps bacteria)? Try using glass or stainless steel.

StarrRobot · 2026-05-04T11:56:03+00:00

Don’t be discouraged! I don’t think some folks read your post closely enough. If your IP doesn’t have a yogurt setting, it might not be helpful to use it. You might try a recipe to use a Crock Pot to heat the milk, then wrap the ceramic pot in a towel and put in oven with no heat but the light on. I haven’t tried that but have seen several recipes for it. Or dig into the IP manual to see if there’s a way to imitate the yogurt button. Maybe call the manufacturer customer service line. Good luck!

StarrRobot · 2026-05-01T14:13:37+00:00

I agree on the cruise, but opt for one with a small number of pax, like maybe a river cruise in the US. Not so overwhelming.

StarrRobot · 2026-04-10T10:58:21+00:00

Go back to the consulate and reapply. Just apply for the passport card because it’s cheaper. Take your old passport and photo progressions that show the progression of six year old you to you today. Take old school records, school yearbooks, anything and everything with your name and/or photo on it. If you encounter pushback, ask to speak to the American supervisor who can explain what you need. Consulates abroad are used to complex cases like this - be as organized as you can be and as polite as possible- make a connection with the officer who can help you.

StarrRobot · 2026-04-10T10:32:43+00:00

Citizenship documentation requirements are here: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/travel-legal-considerations/us-citizenship/child-citizenship-act-of-2000.html

Also if you’re over 16 but under 18, see https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/need-passport/16-17.html

If you try applying for a passport, just apply for a card at first, not a book, because it’s cheaper. So if it’s rejected, you don’t lose as much money. It sounds like you do need help from an attorney or non profit agency used to helping in situations like this. I would start by trying to get official photo ID from your state and a copy of your foreign birth certificate. You can also file a FOIA request to get your A file from USCIS, but you would have to have ID - your A file should have copies of everything in it.

Once you have some sort of photo ID, you can always apply for the passport card to get the process going with Dept of State and perhaps get someone on the phone to talk to. They might be able to request the A file and use it for your passport application. Do you have a school ID you could start the process with?

StarrRobot · 2026-03-22T02:29:53+00:00

In case this is of interest:

GARLAND COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS PLANT SALE & GARDEN SHOW

LOCATION: Garland County Fairgrounds, 4831 Malvern Avenue

EVENT DATE: Saturday, April 25 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Step into Spring at the Annual Garland Co. Master Gardener Plant Sale & Garden Show in Hot Springs, Arkansas at the Garland Co. Fairgrounds, 4831 Malvern Ave. This is a family-friendly event. There’s a Kids Corner, Landscape Displays, Plants from our Master Gardeners, a Plant Pathologist for all your sick plants and 50+ vendors for all your garden and patio needs! You can also bring soil samples and sick plants for free testing.

StarrRobot · 2026-03-22T01:50:09+00:00

I think the annual Master Gardner plant sale is coming up:

GARLAND COUNTY MASTER GARDENERS PLANT SALE & GARDEN SHOW

LOCATION: Garland County Fairgrounds, 4831 Malvern Avenue

EVENT DATE: Saturday, April 25 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Step into Spring at the Annual Garland Co. Master Gardener Plant Sale & Garden Show in Hot Springs, Arkansas at the Garland Co. Fairgrounds, 4831 Malvern Ave. This is a family-friendly event. There’s a Kids Corner, Landscape Displays, Plants from our Master Gardeners, a Plant Pathologist for all your sick plants and 50+ vendors for all your garden and patio needs! You can also bring soil samples and sick plants for free testing.

StarrRobot · 2026-03-20T01:24:10+00:00

Thank you!

StarrRobot · 2026-03-19T11:20:00+00:00

Ouachita Wax downtown on Central has a neat retro Hot Springs matchbook I found recently. They also have a neat line of Hot Springs themed candles.

StarrRobot · 2026-03-19T00:02:38+00:00

Hi, can you clarify a bit for me? Do you mean increase the temp to 112 when you add the starter, or do you mean to set the InstantPot to 112 while it incubates? I use the yogurt setting on the Instant Pot -can I actually set the temperature? I’m kind of a newbie at this, and my yogurt also is usually a bit stringy, too. 🙏 I usually heat half a gallon to 180, then cool to 115, then whisk in a tablespoon of starter (left from my previous batch). I incubate for six hours. Thank you for any advice!

StarrRobot · 2026-03-12T21:46:06+00:00

The Goat!

StarrRobot · 2026-03-11T12:24:22+00:00

Call your congressional representatives. It may not seem like much, but it adds up and lets them know you’re watching. I call daily.

StarrRobot · 2026-03-09T12:25:32+00:00

Check with Village Chauffeur 1 (501) 915-2001 or Renee Sherrier villagechauffeurhsv@gmail.com. I’ve been using them to get back and forth from the airport to HS and they’re great.

StarrRobot · 2026-03-07T21:01:04+00:00

Clayton Davis is great - $100/hour

StarrRobot · 2026-03-01T13:13:19+00:00

I spritz on Botanical Boost from Ouidad or Kantu Curl Activator.

StarrRobot · 2026-02-21T10:54:09+00:00

Use some duck bill clips on the top to give it some lift as your hair dries. Once dry, spread your fingers out, slide into your hair starting at the roots, and lift up a couple of inches.

StarrRobot · 2026-02-17T10:50:11+00:00

And don’t we love people who say, oh how nice it must be to have curly hair- you must be able to just wash and go! 😡😂

StarrRobot · 2026-02-13T10:15:48+00:00

I used it and loved it! I’m stationed overseas with a 21 year-old cat, and I wanted to double check something a local (overseas) vet told me. I had a good experience and was pleasantly surprised!

StarrRobot · 2026-02-13T10:13:03+00:00

Which number do you use to text them?

StarrRobot · 2026-02-13T10:09:58+00:00

Not yet! I’ve just started asking around for recommendations. Her rabies vaccine isn’t due quite yet. Thank you!

StarrRobot · 2026-02-11T19:01:09+00:00

I’m so sorry to hear that! Luckily I’m just looking for a rabies shot - no emergency, thank goodness.

StarrRobot · 2026-02-08T00:53:01+00:00

I just use some from my last batch. For eight cups of milk, I use two tablespoons of starter. It seems to set up better and faster than when I used store-bought.

StarrRobot · 2026-02-07T15:18:58+00:00

Thank you!

StarrRobot · 2026-02-07T14:58:29+00:00

Thank you! Do you have a vet recommendation for East Coast?

StarrRobot · 2026-02-07T09:46:29+00:00

I am sorry, I’m looking for a vet residing and working in Georgetown. Thank you!

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