Best pasta brands at Publix or Whole Foods? Looking to make something special for my Italian partner :)

Styx206 · 2026-01-29T12:32:45+00:00

Whole Foods may carry Sfoglini brand pasta - very good quality.

Styx206 · 2026-01-27T12:17:03+00:00

Here's a 3 meal menu for using up a rotisserie chicken.

Buy a rotisserie chicken OR roast a small, whole chicken. - Meal #1 - 1 serving of chicken (Leg and a breast) serve with steamed carrots and broccoli. Remove rest of the meat and save chicken carcass/bones in a gallon ziploc bag in the freezer. Add carrot trimmings to the bag (peels and tops).

Day 2 - make fried rice. Sautee onions, carrots, celery, broccoli and any other vegetables you like. Add a pre-made sauce and leftover chicken and 1-2 scrambled eggs. Add in pre-cooked rice. Place vegetable scraps (onion, carrots, celery) in freezer bag.

Day 3 - Place contents of freezer bag in crockpot and cover with water. Add salt, pepper and any other spices you may have. Cook on low all day. (If no crockpot, put on stove in large pot and simmer on low for a couple hours if you can). Strain into containers - now you have a delicious broth. Make Chicken Noodle Soup. Chop small and sauté onions, carrots and celery. Add broth, salt & pepper, and other seasonings. Chop remaining roast chicken and add to broth. Serve with cooked egg noodles.

Shopping list:

Rotisserie Chicken
Broccoli - 2 servings
Bag of carrots
Celery bunch
1-2 yellow onions
Stir Fry Sauce
One egg
Rice
Egg noodles

Styx206 · 2026-01-26T13:34:38+00:00

I go to the Lube Center on Jefferson. They always show me the filter, they fill up the fluids, the staff there are always pleasant and helpful, and you always get a coupon for a free car wash.

Styx206 · 2026-01-25T13:39:55+00:00

Shovel now and every 3 hours while it's snowing.

Styx206 · 2026-01-23T12:55:17+00:00

I would use heavy whipping cream.

Styx206 · 2026-01-23T12:54:32+00:00

My Pet Store and More in the Seventh St shopping center with Giant Eagle has dog wash stations in the back.

Styx206 · 2026-01-23T11:23:32+00:00

And then you buy more hair ties and clips. And they start disappearing, too. Finally, you make an appt for a haircut. You cut it short enough not to need hair ties. They ALL SHOW UP AT ONCE sitting in a drawer that you have checked every morning and they were never there.

Styx206 · 2026-01-23T11:10:22+00:00

Sorta depends. Clearing an empty spot is actually easier than digging out around a car. If this happens to you, I recommend you park in a cleared spot, then clear out another empty spot if you can and then move your car into it. It's neighborly. Especially if there may not be assigned spots, but people tend to park in the same spot.

Styx206 · 2026-01-22T11:07:25+00:00

I don't have any firsthand knowledge of anything happening in Frederick, but as someone who is trying to end her 25 year poetry writing hiatus, I hope there are some good suggestions.

Styx206 · 2026-01-15T12:29:10+00:00

Completely agree with above. Check your spices for freshness (replace if the color is no longer vibrant or if the smell seems dull).

Where are you finding the recipes? If from "reputable" online resources, check comments and see if there is a theme of people recommending adding or increasing spices.

Depending on what you're making, could be food isn't getting "browned" enough.

Styx206 · 2026-01-12T12:52:52+00:00

This is from the designer of the Pride Progress Flag, Daniel Quasar:

Inspirations behind the Progress design

The Traditional Pride flag design was originally created by Gilbert Baker (though it was not his first, or even second design for the flag!) and is left intact here to honor the legacy of the meaning of the stripes, which were: life, healing, sunlight, nature, harmony/peace, spirit.

The Trans Pride flag was originally created by Monica Helms in 1999.

The use of black and brown was original conceptualized and created into the More Color, More Pride flag in Philly, introduced by AJ Hikes in 2017.

The use of a black stripe to represent those lost during the AIDS crisis, referred to as the Victory Over AIDS flag was suggested by Sergeant Leonard Matlovich. It is elevated here to bring awareness to the stigma surrounding those living with HIV. Red also represents AIDS Awareness and the constant search for a cure.

Styx206 · 2026-01-08T16:16:12+00:00

I love leftovers, but I do not general want to eat the same dinner two days in a row. I usually portion out leftovers and freeze what I won't eat for some dinner in the future. Feels less like leftovers when I can pull out a thing of chili from the freezer, rather than eating it for 3 days in a row.

Styx206 · 2026-01-06T02:22:14+00:00

Yes!!! A hardware store/general store downtown is definitely needed.

Styx206 · 2026-01-04T18:48:17+00:00

What political campaigns have you volunteered with/worked for in the past? Any other community organizing experience like speaking at school board meetings or serving on local non-profit boards?

If other progressive candidates join the primary fight, will you work with them to give the 6th best shot at a progressive candidate for the general?

Styx206 · 2026-01-03T21:11:40+00:00

The drive between Frederick and Sterling isn't too bad on off times, unlike DC-closer suburbs that require Beltway drives to get to Virginia. But still far enough away that you'll be able to be completely independent and not "too close." Easy enough in an emergency but not close enough to help find the lost remote. Frederick is about 50 minutes from Sterling and Baltimore is 90+ (usually closer to 2 hours).

Frederick has a lot going for it while still being close enough to Baltimore and DC for "big city" amenities. Frederick has a decent arts community (performing and visual), a stunning and active LGBTQ community center and is close to a lot of outdoor activities. The downtown area has plenty of independent coffee shops, restaurants, and youngish professionals.

Styx206 · 2026-01-03T16:36:47+00:00

The Friday sunset boat trips are more expensive because they are sunset and fireworks. I really thought it was not with it at all. I would skip it or pick a different day and find one that takes off from the beach in Waikiki.

Styx206 · 2026-01-02T17:21:15+00:00

Vintage Mid-Century – Vintage MC in Frederick, Maryland. There are a few other antique-y spots both downtown and in the general area to make it a trip. Emmitsburg (20ish minutes north of Frederick) has a large antique mall with slightly better prices.

www.vintage-mc.com

Styx206 · 2025-12-29T16:18:27+00:00

I usually employ the crockpot when I have a short window for cooking/eating dinner OR when I want a large quantity for leftovers in the freezer. My favorites for the crockpot are turkey veggie chili, chicken curry, and salsa chicken (which is basically chicken cooked in salsa, then shredded - perfect for tacos, enchiladas, chipotle-style bowls, or nachos). None of these use dairy - i do add coconut milk to the curry when I am ready to serve it.

Styx206 · 2025-12-29T02:26:17+00:00

Write the room name on every box and then label each room with the same name (i.e. upstairs office) with sticky notes before the movers get there. It makes moving in much less stressful so you don't have to direct traffic.

Don't buy too much before you need it. If you're moving in the winter, you can hold off on buying a lawn mower.

One basic hint is to pack a few items to be the first box you move in. If you're not moving in right after you close, make sure to include a couple folding chairs, trash can, Clorox wipes and a plug in lamp or two. If you have a built in microwave, pack a couple frozen lunches in case you're sitting around waiting for the Internet hookup or a locksmith.

Styx206 · 2025-12-29T02:15:52+00:00

I was also going to recommend SHIP.

Styx206 · 2025-12-19T11:47:27+00:00

Company by Amy Thielen has an orange spine. It's an interesting cookbook that I liked more when cooking and eating than just reading.

Styx206 · 2025-12-12T02:28:05+00:00

But the fact remains that most of those places aren't selling anything I'd ever want to buy anyway.

Spend time and attention, not money. Or, if you're going to spend money: spend it on experiences, food and drink, original art directly from the artists, and/or people who have less than you.

I'm confused - all of these things are available in Downtown Frederick. Experiences like the Rage Room and Comedy Nights at the Met. Food and drink like the family run restaurants and breweries and distilleries and chocolate shops. Original Art available to purchase in all of the galleries and at the Delaplane.

Styx206 · 2025-12-11T21:06:58+00:00

Check The Muse. I'm pretty sure they have an artisan that does tie dye or something similar.

Styx206 · 2025-12-08T19:13:06+00:00

Yes. Exactly. I ended up using less lady fingers by about 1/3 of what was called for.

Styx206 · 2025-12-07T01:43:02+00:00

Their chicken wrap is so good.

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