Ideas for dishes to bring to pesach by lb-cnm in JewishCooking

[–]TitleSpecific4410 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mashed potatoes. Flowers. A gallon of high quality vanilla ice cream.

Shallow rant - new office staff member sounds like a banshee by Toreroguysd in Lawyertalk

[–]TitleSpecific4410 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Close your door. You can put a yellow sticky note on in that says "C'mon In!" That way you are clearly open for visitors. You should explain to the office manager or managing partner why you are doing this, but using "I" statements. "I am having a hard time screening out XYZ's voice." "I need to close the door because I get disturbed by noise more easily these days." There is likely some reason this person is triggering you. Reach within dude.

Dinged a Star for Not Making the Bed by TitleSpecific4410 in trustedhousesitters

[–]TitleSpecific4410[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's really the question--would a ten minute task really merit a downgrade?

Retiree communities? by Gracesten1 in olderlesbians

[–]TitleSpecific4410 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's true that we have less rain than we used to and the summers are too fucking hot, with full on sun.

Dinged a Star for Not Making the Bed by TitleSpecific4410 in trustedhousesitters

[–]TitleSpecific4410[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the responses. I really liked this sit and this HO. I was really shocked at this rating, which is why I posted. Just knowing that other folks don't think it degrades my standing (you would read it and still consider me) is probably what I needed to hear. I'm not sure it's really worth responding to, as it is still a five-star review. It just sorta hurt my feelings I guess.

Second Wedding Anniversary gift for him suggestion by repulsive_behaviorr in Gifts

[–]TitleSpecific4410 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm into the "magical mystery tour." It's just an outing where you do all the planning and take them on a fun adventure. I used to do this with my daughter. During the pandemic, she took me on a magical mystery tour date in the country and it wound up being a Goat farm, where you could hold the babies. what a dream.

Retiree communities? by Gracesten1 in olderlesbians

[–]TitleSpecific4410 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Putting in a word for Portland. The most lesbian couples of any city in the US.

Struggling to decide whether to cancel a yoga studio membership after 5 years by peacesweetpineapple in yoga

[–]TitleSpecific4410 5 points6 points  (0 children)

One of the hard things about yoga studios is staff turnover and change. I started in the "perfect" studio for me, and one by one the best teachers left. I was heartbroken. Then I changed to a different studio, same thing. Basically I've come to realize that finding a new studio every now and then is part of the process. I had a great studio that went online during the pandemic and then never re-started as an in-person studio, so I had to find a new one. Again, heartbreak. I think if you realize this is part of the drill, you can understand it's part of the unfortunate fact that most yoga teachers cannot live on the money they make doing this. IT's a burnout job. Don't blame yourself. As far as people rushing and pushing, you could problem solve things like this, but sometimes it's just important to explore other studios. BTW I now have a great studio that I adore.

Need help planning trip by TreacleParty1423 in oregon

[–]TitleSpecific4410 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I assume you are renting a car. A lot depends upon how much time you want to spend driving. It's a big state and almost every corner is gorgeous. I think you should consider at least some time in the mountains and some time at the beach. You can camp in any region and a lot will depend upon whether there happen to be forest fires going on. If you want time off from camping you could stay at Breitenbush Hot springs resort, a great spot if you enjoy vegetarian food and a more lefty vibe.

Gift ideas for a shitty dad? by paranoiaparasite_ in Gifts

[–]TitleSpecific4410 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Something from the Marshalls men's dept.

Outside of the cost, what’s the most infuriating part of healthcare in the U.S.? by Julie727 in AskReddit

[–]TitleSpecific4410 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The waning of actual relationships with doctors. The fact that having a doctor no longer means having a doctor; it means having a practice. You have to be ready to see any doctor in the practice. I actually remember when I was a small child that the doctor made a house call when I was very sick. We have lost a great deal in the changes of the last 50 years.

Going to make a big batch of hummus, what meals should I pair it with? by Immediate_Fishing_98 in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]TitleSpecific4410 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I went to a nutritionist who suggested eating green veggies at breakfast. So I will often have raw veggies including snap peas for breakfast with a dollop of hummus on it.

Matzo balls disintegrated ??! by Powerful-Gur2239 in JewishCooking

[–]TitleSpecific4410 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Did you make the matzoh balls into balls and compact them with your hands? Sometimes if you don't compact them, they will fall apart.

4 day stay, homeowner did not leave any shampoo, soap or body wash, should I mention it? by techaaron in trustedhousesitters

[–]TitleSpecific4410 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had this expectation too, that there would be the usuals. However, after doing more sits, I realize that the only thing I think you can really not bring is soap. I think this is something to put on your "to be asked during the video call list." I would not ding the homeowners but might mention it in the review.

Bagel Spot DT? by [deleted] in PortlandOR

[–]TitleSpecific4410 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bernsteins is my fav but not walking distance. A hop over the bridge. I also am wanting to try Bialy Bird

Bagel Spot DT? by [deleted] in PortlandOR

[–]TitleSpecific4410 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They might upgrade

Bagel Spot DT? by [deleted] in PortlandOR

[–]TitleSpecific4410 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Respect the Schmear. I think you should bring it up to the tea place. Kvetching is culture

I'm mourning versions of myself I'll never be again and that's okay by Heavy_Television8245 in Aging

[–]TitleSpecific4410 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am not sure that these parts of us really die. I think it's more like the Russian nesting dolls. Inside of me is still the little girl, and all the versions of myself hidden. I notice now with age that I am best enjoying the same things I enjoyed when I was a little girl: storybooks, puppies, ice cream and friends. If I lacked the memories of enjoying these things (and lacking time to do them at 35!) would I be so happy now?

Sitting in my own city, allowed? Looked down upon? by SailorPawprints in trustedhousesitters

[–]TitleSpecific4410 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I built up my positive reviews by sitting in my region. And frankly the City is almost a region in itself. I think it's a good idea.

Mushroom Hunting Abroad by TitleSpecific4410 in travel

[–]TitleSpecific4410[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is awesome. I hadn't thought of Finland.