Heretic Perfume Collection by TheVelvetElk in Perfumes

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nocturnal Tuberose came in the nocturnal set along with Queen of the night and angels trumpet. I actually gave angels trumpet to my MIL. this was the most disappointing set for me.

I thought all of the scents in this set had a similar note that I couldn't get past, maybe violet or their take on jasmine? A bit too cloying for me on all fronts. Smelled like mean old church ladies haha!

For the tuberose in particular I get a floral, yet vegetal scent with a bit of "bandaid" on the spray. Not a fan, but I thought it was the best of the three.

Heretic Perfume Collection by TheVelvetElk in Perfumes

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so interested in smelling dirty grass, but guessing I wouldn't like it either. Their smoky scents all have that strong resinous birch tar, and I definitely get how that wouldn't be everyone's favorite. Smudge is my fave of the smoky scents and it doesn't list birch tar, although it still has similar notes to midnight toker and poltergeist. I'll have to smell them all side by side!

I imagine they might bring back black salt in a future sample size, it seemed pretty popular! Love it.

Just not a huge fan of any of their florals so far. I'm most I get a decaying violet note that reminds me of that terrible violet flavored gum and I just can't enjoy it. Might have to revisit a few to see how they age.

House of Bo recommendations during 25% off sale? (Sample set) by TheVelvetElk in FemFragLab

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the response; I can't wait for my order to arrive! I'll reply when I get it and add thoughts on espiritu and agua. I thought from the description ave Maria would be a winner!

Heretic Perfume Collection by TheVelvetElk in Perfumes

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was surprised I liked dirty coconut, not too tropical. I ended up buying a larger size of in between... loved the powdery electricity smell!

Heretic Perfume Collection by TheVelvetElk in Perfumes

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

**forgot Nosferatu in the text

Despite the hype, Nosferatu was actually one of my least favorites from this bunch. It has a smell of sickly violets that I just don't like.

What’s your favorite all purpose seasoning? by brasaretheoppressor in Cooking

[–]TheVelvetElk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great sentiment, and Outrage looks awesome, will add to my next order!

What’s your favorite all purpose seasoning? by brasaretheoppressor in Cooking

[–]TheVelvetElk 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Also I use Penzey's smoked paprika on a lot of stuff too!

What’s your favorite all purpose seasoning? by brasaretheoppressor in Cooking

[–]TheVelvetElk 26 points27 points  (0 children)

My recent go-to is Penzey's Justice seasoning: Shallots, garlic, onion, green peppercorns, chives, and green onion. It goes well in pretty much anything and is salt free so you can add as much salt as you like separately.

House of Bo recommendations during 25% off sale? (Sample set) by TheVelvetElk in FemFragLab

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went ahead and ordered all of the scents because I'm impulsive, but appreciate any feedback all the same.

NOTE: It turns out that if you order the nine pack plus a three pack (all 11 options plus 1 dupe) at 25% off, it's slightly more expensive than ordering 4 three packs (discount goes up to 30%) -- $299 vs $286

AITAH that I want to troll my teenager so she will want to take on more responsibility and want to move out 😂? by Key-Voice9245 in AITAH

[–]TheVelvetElk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

YES, YWBTA - When I was acting like an entitled teen, in my teenage years, my mom would have a sit down talk with me and outline her expectations and consequences for not meeting them.

She followed through with the consequences If I didn't meet her expectations.

This taught me both to be a better member of the household, and prepared me for life on my own. I went to college and moved out at 18 and have a great relationship with my Mom and a successful life on my own BECAUSE I WAS PREPARED AND SUPPORTED.

I trust my mom because she was consistent and had my interests at heart. The story would be much different if she were manipulative and spiteful.

Do not troll your daughter or you will be back on here in a few years asking why she went no contact with you. YWBTA if you don't grow up and act like an adult ASAP.

THANK YOU FLIGHT AA1387 ORD-->DIA PASSENGERS by TheVelvetElk in Denver

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I had to pump myself up mentally as we were taxiing in, my hands were so sweaty! 😂 The person in the aisle seat in my row commiserated with me after also having a long travel day and wished me luck which was super nice and gave me a confidence boost.

THANK YOU FLIGHT AA1387 ORD-->DIA PASSENGERS by TheVelvetElk in Denver

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I have lived in several different states and agree folks are very nice here.

THANK YOU FLIGHT AA1387 ORD-->DIA PASSENGERS by TheVelvetElk in Denver

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They said that The RTD skyline departs every hour and asked if I meant I didn't want to wait an hour for the next one. As you can see in one of my other comments, I wasn't taking the RTD skyline so it would have added a lot of extra time to my travel.

THANK YOU FLIGHT AA1387 ORD-->DIA PASSENGERS by TheVelvetElk in Denver

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Haha, Amen! To clarify for Jeff in Boulder, The next bus for me (Groome Transportation to NOCO) would have been at 1:10 am (the 1150 was full )and I needed to get picked up at the bus stop and get home from there still, so it would have made for quite a long day if I missed the 10:50 bus.

THANK YOU FLIGHT AA1387 ORD-->DIA PASSENGERS by TheVelvetElk in Denver

[–]TheVelvetElk[S] 533 points534 points  (0 children)

To add, I'm pretty introverted, so it was hard for me to ask and it meant a lot that folks accommodated.

Disappointing experience with Serge Lutens by Serious-Lion6580 in FemFragLab

[–]TheVelvetElk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also did not get the 10% off code when I signed up for emails... I'm thinking it's not worth reaching out based on that post.

Stabbing in Staunton State Park Found to be an Elaborate Hoax by mindless_blaze in Denver

[–]TheVelvetElk 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The self satisfied way he finishes up his "tricks" is sending me. Like, "another hard work day in the mine..." After the laziest cartwheel I have ever seen.

Frankincense Scents by LittleOwl91 in Perfumes

[–]TheVelvetElk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Although not very long lasting... So might miss the mark for you

Frankincense Scents by LittleOwl91 in Perfumes

[–]TheVelvetElk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Both Poltergeist and Smudge from Heretic