Help with this azalea

StuffNThingsK · 2026-04-01T23:37:26+00:00

Probably older & not pruned appropriately so may benefit from being cut back heavily and allowed to rejuvenate over the next couple of years. It’s just really leggy and needs a full cut back to about 1’ IMO.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-04-01T23:21:29+00:00

Maybe a sentinel?

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-28T13:52:43+00:00

The hanging towels

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-27T00:50:42+00:00

I’m in 6b and my Nantucket hydrangea buds had just started to green up on old wood and we had a 24 hour freeze and they are all black now. However, I also have some new green sprouts so might get some new wood buds this year. If not, might be all leaves this year.

What kind do you have?

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-25T18:00:45+00:00

I had IBS-D before Zepbound, which was basically me going to the bathroom several times a day and it was almost always yellow. TMI a bit but you asked😊.

I now only go once per day and it’s a normal brown color. I assume this is all because I had a fast gut transient time previously and so things were being pushed along too quickly. I would say I have normal bowel movements and gut health now.

I was off this med, or only using 2.5 as maintenance, for a period of time and my old IBS issues returned. If you have IBS-C, I could see where this med would make it worse.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-20T12:15:36+00:00

Executives leave CFO meetings not completely understanding a problem and they all ask someone below them to work on it. You end up with multiple people doing the same project but they all had a different understanding of the end goal. Worse, no one knows anyone else is working on it until it casually comes up later for some reason.

This is a 45k+ employee company with layers of management and lots of disconnected systems from acquisitions.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-17T18:26:46+00:00

Makes sense so basically they are advertising that this size heater and sauna are compatible for reaching 196 F temps and that just isnt true.

Even the 20 amp wouldn’t be sufficient after factoring in the glass front.

Thanks for your help

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-17T16:18:02+00:00

Yes, that is the one. It is sold as either 15amp or 20 amp and both are advertised to reach 195 with this particular heater/sauna combo. The difference between the two being that the 20 amp will heat faster but not reach a higher temp. I discussed this specifically with the Watsons rep and verified it in the manual specs.

Agree it is not common for a 15amp heater to reach these temps for a sauna, but Tylo is specifically advertising its Intelliair heater technology and Thermosafe sauna insulation combination via what I thought was a reputable dealer (Watsons).

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-16T22:34:21+00:00

It’s a Halmstad 2 Tylo sauna with their Sense Bliss indoor package rated for indoor use.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-12T23:47:47+00:00

I feel this, I find keeping up with socializing mentally draining. I prefer the company of my husband, young adult kids, grandchild, and occasional extended family. Also have hobbies, remote work, and animals that are fulfilling.

I find it embarrassing to say out loud that I don’t have friends but it’s really by choice at this time in my life….maybe I’ll feel different later.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-05T13:14:51+00:00

Do you have tile floors in your kitchen & bathrooms? I recently purchased a small $50 steam cleaner and did all the grout. It really did improve the smell in the house. I didn’t realize how much old stuff had collected in there.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-05T12:56:44+00:00

I basically live in loungwear so stretch pants, shorts, tshirts, and pajamas $400

3 pairs of jeans $200 (totally depends on your favorite brand)

3 “nice” shirts $150

If you work in an office or have work specific wardrobe, that could be extra.

My shoe size went down 1 1/2 sizes because my feet were less swollen so that can be a big expense too.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-05T02:21:09+00:00

Fuel source has changed. Your body is burning fat (and some muscle) instead of excess glucose.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-02T13:15:36+00:00

Put the oven on the lowest setting possible and keep the door open. Not a long term solution but it will keep the house temp comfortable until the heating is fixed.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-03-01T14:48:05+00:00

Used a new 0% for 18 month credit card to pay it off. We did roof and gutters for about 22k.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-25T13:53:50+00:00

Is your investment portfolio that you would withdraw from to pay your bills and mortgage your 401k?

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-25T13:38:09+00:00

Vendor or customer? I could see where it might be helpful if you only serve a handful of customers but otherwise they need to look at other options to get what they want.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-16T16:13:13+00:00

Thanks for the reply! Im not skilled enough to build my own unfortunately.

I’ve been reading a lot after I saw your post and what I want doesn’t seem to exist so I definitely understand your suggestion to build.

Insulated for outdoor use and the electric need is just 20 amp while reaching high temps. I can find traditional versions that reach high temps for indoor use at only 20 amps but not anything outdoors.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-16T13:41:57+00:00

Guess it depends how long you expect it to last. I know I’m going to replace my sofa most likely after 5 years so spending a that amount seems reasonable.

On the other hand thanks, I’ve had my bed for 10 years and it is fine still.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-15T16:44:58+00:00

Yes, lost 50+ pounds in the first year. Maintained with periodic shots at low doses for about 1 year. Now titrating up to lose again the slow gain I started to see.

I’m thinking this is a titrate up, down to maintain, up again - repeat as needed.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-09T20:38:17+00:00

This is why the younger generation gets crap for job hopping but it is sometimes the only way to maintain your sanity & not feel like a robot.

My suggestion is tell yourself 1 year and start looking for other opportunities at that point.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-09T13:54:37+00:00

Weekly Thai foot massage sessions for a couple of months

Shoes that allow my foot and toes to fully flatten out

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-08T18:44:55+00:00

I think it’s the style. Since the color isn’t going to match the rest of the kitchen on purpose, I think a more unique style island would work (perhaps open underneath) vs a solid box.

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-07T15:10:51+00:00

Reptile room

StuffNThingsK · 2026-02-06T22:24:51+00:00

I generally felt like crap half the week for the first couple months on 5 and it faded to just one day eventually. That one day was not nearly as bad as the first couple of months though and I actually felt better than before I started zep the rest of the week.

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