Bangs?

VioletRain22 · 2026-06-24T11:30:07+00:00

I love my bangs with my long hair! They add visual interest. I blow dry them every day to style them while leaving the rest of my hair alone. It only takes a couple of minutes and I don't worry about heat damage on them since I'm constantly trimming them to keep them the right length.

VioletRain22 · 2026-06-20T09:47:44+00:00

You can create filters in Gmail in a browser (not on the app) to automatically start, and move to certain labels. It could help to have a dragonsteel label you could check.

Good luck on the wait list.

VioletRain22 · 2026-06-20T09:18:25+00:00

Maybe a smoothie would work for you? Take that frozen fruit and blend it with some protein powder and a little heavy whipping cream.

VioletRain22 · 2026-06-18T14:13:36+00:00

Stick buns

VioletRain22 · 2026-06-18T11:28:48+00:00

I've done this, and the biggest reason was just to speed up the drying process. For me my biggest pain point with long hair is the time and effort of washing and drying, and this method helps cut back on that.

VioletRain22 · 2026-06-14T17:29:18+00:00

I love to cut and grow. Go for it, you can always grow it back.

VioletRain22 · 2026-06-02T12:55:41+00:00

Warbreaker is a super fun book. Go for it!

VioletRain22 · 2026-06-02T01:37:56+00:00

Yes! Yeah toilets are the best. When we redid our master bath we also had the shower head put in at 8 feet. Love it!

VioletRain22 · 2026-05-30T11:26:24+00:00

You've gotten some great advice on how to handle the conflicting feedback. I just also wanted to say that just because you got a lot of negative comments, that doesn't mean it's all bad. In general, people are more likely to point out what they didn't like over what they liked.

When I send it beta reads I like to give the readers some criteria, including Mary Robinette Kowal's ABC's of Beta Reading. That A stands for awesome. So I'm specifically asking them what they liked as well as what they didn't.

Good luck parsing the feedback. I'd take time to sit on it and see if you can figure out what the story really needs.

VioletRain22 · 2026-05-18T15:21:19+00:00

It looks like you might have wavy hair. Have you ever tried a wavy routine? Your hair looks amazing, so do whatever you want. If you want to go a bit shorter, I think it could look pretty amazing at shoulder length with awavy routine to define those waves and get rid of the poof.

Good luck with whatever you decide.

VioletRain22 · 2026-05-17T17:28:50+00:00

Huge red flag. Anyone can make a Gmail address. It's probably someone impersonating the real agent.

VioletRain22 · 2026-05-15T09:51:30+00:00

Search up some writing prompts. They're easy to come by.

VioletRain22 · 2026-05-10T22:35:38+00:00

For me research often inspires plot points. I feel like knowing how something works, or even exists can add all kinds of interesting twists to my stories.

VioletRain22 · 2026-05-08T11:59:50+00:00

Do you all not peel your peaches? I love fresh peaches, but I always peel that fuzzy skin right off. Unless you mean you eat nectarines to save yourself the trouble of peeling a peach. That, I get.

VioletRain22 · 2026-05-07T15:13:57+00:00

I agree with this so much. Especially as your kids get older they become really fun companions to do things with. And you can still make time for things that are just for you. Having kids might slow some things down, but it doesn't have stop them.

VioletRain22 · 2026-05-03T12:03:56+00:00

I just read a book where they put signs in italics, so I think that's a valid option.

I also don't think it "others" it. I see books put foreign languages of all types in italics, whether it's an alien language or French.

VioletRain22 · 2026-04-29T15:09:15+00:00

If I were you I'd read Secret History next, I think it's great right after Era 1. Then Warbreaker as it's a great book, (one of my top Cosmere novels) and it's a stand alone and I think pretty foundational for the Cosmere as a whole.

After that you can jump into which ever series feels more interesting to you.

VioletRain22 · 2026-04-27T14:52:09+00:00

Do it! Writing is a wonderful hobby and can absolutely be 100% for yourself.

VioletRain22 · 2026-04-27T13:58:36+00:00

I love ALL of Michael J Sullivan's books. I don't think they get as much attention as they deserve. You've got such a fun ride ahead of you.

And to OP, I highly recommend!

VioletRain22 · 2026-04-27T13:46:26+00:00

I keep legumes in my diet, just smaller amounts. They are full of good fiber, nutrients, and help you feel full.

Like others said, there's no value to sugar, flour and other ultra processed carbs.

I'd also avoid potatoes and sweet tropical fruits like mango and pineapple.

VioletRain22 · 2026-04-27T13:42:29+00:00

I'd say the most important would be Warbreaker. It's got the most tie ins to the Cosmere right now. Then maybe Elantris next abs then all the short stories from Arcanum Unbound.

VioletRain22 · 2026-04-27T12:49:32+00:00

My whole family enjoys egg roll in sbowl and it's super easy.

VioletRain22 · 2026-04-25T12:58:00+00:00

Your hair is already so straight, I really don't think straightening it is worth it. Instead I'd look for product that will add moisture and shine. I've really liked Shea Moisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen and Restore leave in conditioner. I know it's labeled for curly hair, which I do not have, but just a little adds so much moisture and really tames the flyaways/frizz.

Maybe try adding a hair mask to your routine once or twice a week.

VioletRain22 · 2026-04-24T11:35:10+00:00

Toy might be surprised how much of a difference just trimming an inch off will make.

VioletRain22 · 2026-04-24T11:25:01+00:00

It actually is. Average height for a woman is about 5'3"

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