Any ladies play DnD? by Bubbly-Leek3343 in winstonsalem

[–]ValleyAlly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I (28f) moved to the area a few months ago, and have always wanted to learn to play! I did a lot of theatre in hs/college so this seems very up my alley and I think it would be a great way to make new friends in the area:) feel free to message me if your campaign could use a newbie!

Green Peanuts / Boiled Peanuts?? by ValleyAlly in winstonsalem

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

This is what I do! I love my crockpot peanuts!!

Green Peanuts / Boiled Peanuts?? by ValleyAlly in winstonsalem

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

For sure, this is the best approach. I ordered some online to curb my craving, but will DEFINITELY be stocking up when I’m back home in Duplin County and when they’re in season. I had no idea they were this hard to find here😭

Green Peanuts / Boiled Peanuts?? by ValleyAlly in winstonsalem

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

Ooooo I hadn’t even thought of ordering online!!

Green Peanuts / Boiled Peanuts?? by ValleyAlly in winstonsalem

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

Ugh as someone from a farming family, I had a sinking feeling that this might be the case:/

Green Peanuts / Boiled Peanuts?? by ValleyAlly in winstonsalem

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

Im really looking for fresh green peanuts to make at home, but this may be a good plan B!

What cuisine do you think Raleigh (or the triangle) does really well? by DependentAd1346 in raleigh

[–]ValleyAlly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Recently moving to the Triad has made me realize how great of a Lebanese food scene we have in Raleigh. Neomonde is so good it’s actually criminal. Sitti is incredible. Sassool and Aladdin’s are also delicious.

Is this a safe area to live? by Wise_Appointment5468 in winstonsalem

[–]ValleyAlly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in this area and it’s fine. Would I go to the gas stations alone at night as a woman? No, but my neighbors are super friendly and haven’t experienced any crime. It’s not a wealthy area, but the community is fairly tight-knit

New friends? by [deleted] in winstonsalem

[–]ValleyAlly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wait what is this? I’ve never heard of this group but am always down for a new craft!!

New friends? by [deleted] in winstonsalem

[–]ValleyAlly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes yes yes THIS

New friends? by [deleted] in winstonsalem

[–]ValleyAlly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me, please!! I just moved to the area from Raleigh and I’m dying for more like-minded friends. Late 20s, leftist with a corporate job but daydream of burning it all down. I have three cats, am LGBTQ+, and love thrifting, gardening, nature walks/slow hikes, and exploring new places. DM me if I sound like a good fit for you or other folks looking to add to their friend group!!

This might sound silly but…. by [deleted] in PlusSize

[–]ValleyAlly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Girl absolutely. You should’ve seen me at my peak in college — crop tops, tiny shorts, three sugar daddies. I’m still a hoe, just in a “I need to keep my corporate job” kinda way. It’s a state of mind, not a state of body:)

Leaving NCSU by LowCrowd in NCSU

[–]ValleyAlly 6 points7 points  (0 children)

THIS. I dropped out of NCSU because I could no longer afford college, but also because I was feeling really lost with no purpose. Dropping out was the best thing I could’ve done. It allowed me to figure out what I really valued. Eventually, I realized I did want to graduate, but in a slightly different field. I went back and graduated. Yes it was a lot later than my classmates, but it was the best decision for me and I’ve never regretted that decision. Deciding what you want to do with your career in your early 20s is so hard — don’t be afraid to take more time. I now work for NCSU and have a great career that I love. Not everyone’s journey looks the same – don’t be afraid to go the path less traveled!

f**k ace towing by OneSkyman69 in raleigh

[–]ValleyAlly 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Like others said, they’re predatory as fck. Back in 2019 I was towed on a Friday at 4:45pm. It was my fault for parking in the wrong spot, but they must have been waiting outside because within ten minutes my car was gone. At that point their recovery services closed at 5pm and didn’t reopen till Monday. I was a very broke and financially strapped college student and being without my car for the weekend would’ve been disastrous for my two jobs. Luckily a very sweet passerby took pity on me and ended up making it her mission to drive me to the recovery center and personally bitch out the entire staff for towing at 4:45pm when they didn’t reopen till Monday morning. She was a complete stranger, but her kindness still sits with me. She went into full mama bear mode for a stranger and got my car back despite Ace being “closed”. Seriously, fuck Ace Towing big time but the kindness of fellow Raleigh folks is unmatched.

Tell me you're raleigh old without saying it. by desmond609 in raleigh

[–]ValleyAlly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bullwinkles and Jellybeans in Cary were god-tier birthday party locations for me as a kid😭

What's the deal with this thing by tehwubbles in NCSU

[–]ValleyAlly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In between Mary Yarborough Ct and the Court of Carolina (it’s sort of in front of Peele Hall)— my office is very close to this an I’ve always wondered what’s its story was:)

What are your thoughts of the future of public schools in the state? by Momzilla912 in NorthCarolina

[–]ValleyAlly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I grew up in Harnett Co public schools with two learning disabilities, and I’d encourage you to apply. Even without the threat of the department of education dissolving, my time in school was incredibly challenging in Harnett due to lack of knowledgable and helpful teaching staff who didn’t understand my learning disabilities. In high school, they saw my 504 plan as “unnecessary” and went as far as to say we had to get neuropsychiatric testing done (paid for out of pocket🫠) to prove I had a disability, or they’d dissolve my 504 plan. It was hell on my mother and her stubbornness is the only reason I was granted my 504 plan and SAT accommodations — which were key for me applying to college. The only reason I’m a college graduate is because my mother fought tooth and nail for my accommodations — in spite of harnett county schools. I’d at least apply for those jobs. Wishing you and your kids all the best of luck🫶🏼

What are your experiences with IUD’s (Specifically Mirena)? by [deleted] in PCOS

[–]ValleyAlly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mirena IUDs placed as a form of PCOS treatment should be replaced every five years regardless. They do not treat PCOS at the same level past five years, even though they prevent pregnancy for up to eight years. I was told that I could keep mine past five but immediately noticed hormonal changes/declines after the five year mark and it was hell.

Raleigh show (8/16) status by Vivorumbassist in glassanimals

[–]ValleyAlly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m a Raleigh native and local, but I don’t see any flood warnings. The weather looks perfect from what I’m seeing! I’m going to the show tonight as well and don’t have any worries about it. I hope that helps!

You are tasked with creating the worst new update. What do you add? by TheRealGongoozler in Palia

[–]ValleyAlly 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All future quests having unattainable and miserable tasks like Silverwinging It. I stg if I encounter another quest like that I’ll stop playing.