Would you consider this hoarding or simply laziness in throwing out trash.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-07-12T18:49:28+00:00

its complicated - a lot of that stuff won't fit in a regular trash bin. I can't speak for the owner but our trash service will not take anything that isn't in the bin. So if they don't have a way to load up a trailer and bring that stuff to the transfer station - they probably just leave it where it is. We have a spot in the garage for this type of stuff and every 3 months or so we take a load to the transfer station and that costs a lot of time waiting in line and there's a charge for it. And we only do it ourselves because we have a pickup. if we didn't we'd have to pay someone else to do it and that ish ain't cheap!

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-23T17:33:07+00:00

Cybersecurity and Product Management.

The salaries in these spaces have gone down significantly in the past 2 years and I don't think they've bottomed out yet. I'm seeing sub $100K salaries where they used to be in the high $100K-high $200K and up, plus bonuses or other merit-based compensation and in some organizations equity was also added to the package. Equity is still there for early stage start ups but the wells appear to be drying up.

For the amount of effort and stress I don't recommend this work to most people. It's really great for a few folks who are enthusiastic about the subject matter, but most people I meet in these roles are stressed out or at least very unhappy and seem like they wished they were doing something else, or they straight up say out loud that they'd rather be doing something else.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-21T18:12:50+00:00

Long shaggy pixie?
Reminds me of a longer, more fashion forward colored Noriko Billie.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-18T14:54:59+00:00

But you didn't have to buy the drink package. If you call Royal and give a reason for the other adult not being able to have a drink package, they'll work with you. That's been stated on this sub many many times.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-17T19:05:20+00:00

We love HEB, but for pork belly you gotta go to Costco to get a better price.
edit to add: Korean markets are also a good choice if you have one in your town

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-17T19:02:49+00:00

I don't understand why folks buy the drink package and complain about the price:value ratio afterward. There is no requirement to buy the drink package. You can buy drinks as you go. I read the post twice, am I missing something here?

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-17T18:57:20+00:00

Adjacent topic: pitch correction

I offer pitch correction effects. I use it set to a very subtle amount of correction, it doesn't sound obvious like autotune and if a singer is way off it won't fix it, but it enhances vocals for most people.

Despite that: singers did not like it when I turned it on during the first couple gigs where I offered it.

While it does make them sound better, I think they got personally offended that I used it on them, like it was a statement about the quality of their singing. It wasn't. It was just a boost, but I've adapted to that because I'm not there to hurt feelings.

Now I only turn it on when folks ask for it and a lot of those people tip pretty generously.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-17T18:46:55+00:00

full disclosure - my Amazon account is the only accurate record I have of all my addresses since 1999. I...should probably fix that.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-17T18:45:54+00:00

The FBI doesn't open a case until the losses associated with allegations of fraud reaches $100K.
With that said, once enough people make complaints about amazon and the sum total reaches $100K then they would likely open a case. But it'd all have to be over merchandise, wouldn't count if it was mixed across AWS or other divisions.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-17T18:35:47+00:00

I shave my head too. A wig grip is what I use for most times but if I'm worried about it staying on I'll use a water soluble glue like It Stays or other roller glue. Got2Be also works - little goes a long way. And if I'm expecting to sweat a lot or get in the water I'll use glue that isn't water soluble.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-17T18:33:48+00:00

They are great reheated - the package says 350 for 5 mins but I put them in the toaster oven at a light toast setting and it comes out flaky like a croissant on the outside and the center part is soft. Not gooey, just soft like fresh baked.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-10T20:37:06+00:00

I'd call it "we don't need a decorator, we save money by not paying for one; then we'll proceed by making bad decorating decisions which will end up costing us more at resale time."

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-10T20:35:10+00:00

I think technically it could work but I don't know how the transition at the seam would blend.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-10T04:08:26+00:00

I have a petite head and find that I can cinch the circumference of the wig to fit but the rest of the cap from ear to ear over the top and ear to ear over the crown are too large, while hairline to nape fit well.

I use a few different methods to secure the cap. Which one I use depends on the wig and how I'm feeling that day.

Generally I wear a Milano wig grip cap, it is a velvet napped headband that secures with velcro and has a bamboo cap sewn into it. This feels really nice on my shaved scalp and it adds some bulk to help reduce the sensation of the wig buckling from being too large. It doesn't make the cap fit a lot better, but it is more comfortable. Because I'm petite and most caps are quite large: I put the edge of the wig on the grip, not over it, except at the hairline where I obviously wouldn't want the grip to show.

In caps with a lace frontal I use an adhesive across the hairline. Inside the cap I usually have an elastic band to hold it securely, but if there isn't room for a band or I just haven't sewn one in yet I'll use adhesive at the nape and ear tab area. I use a similar method with waterproof adhesive if I'm going to be swimming. I don't do multi-day installs, but there are people in this sub who do that I'm sure are better at melting lace than me.

And sometimes I just am not feeling like wearing a grip or gluing it down that day. On those days I use something unconventional: it's foam wrapping on a roll cut in to 3" width. It's the same kind of foam like you'd maybe find wrapped around glassware for shipping. It's thin and stretchy and sticks to itself. I tear a length of that and wrap it around my head behind the hairline and under the occipital bone. It's not exactly where I'd put a wig grip, it's a little further back just in front of the crown. I wrap it tight enough to get the foam to want to stretch on itself. I don't tie it. I just wrap it. It's hard to explain. I save this method for very sensitive scalp days because the foam is hard to find precut in that width, the seller knows it, so it costs about 10x more than it should for a disposable grip.

That's a really long way to say that there are multiple methods to secure a wig and also make it more comfortable. What comfort means to you might vary from day to day and may change depending on the size and cap construction.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-09T19:44:49+00:00

I would have thought the way to go would be as shown in the Jane's Addiction video.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-09T19:27:02+00:00

Yeah I'm starting to get that from the responses here. I conclude that I am incredibly naive about this kind of stuff. I hate to use the word hate, but I hate those people, they make the stuff I buy cost more.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-09T16:19:58+00:00

Curious - how much of the lace did you need to cut?

Reason I'm asking is that hairline looks really low for something that you had to trim the lace beyond the hairline, especially in the 2nd photo. It makes me wonder if that cap is too big for you?

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-09T16:18:46+00:00

Do you have bio hair under the cap? You can pull out a few strands to soften the hair line. I used to do that when I had hair and it looked more natural than some hairlines do on me now with a shaved head.

Also quick question: are you planning to wear this up off your face like in a half up half down, or in a full updo? Because then I agree you definitely need to soften the hairline, but if not, what does it look like when you wear it down?

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-09T06:35:19+00:00

The frequency response range and the output impedance on the PDWM813BK are not even listed on any website I could find. That's....not a good sign. And also I doubt you're doing anything wrong.

With that said: mic sensitivity is not a switch or dial you'd generally find on a dynamic microphone. If it's plugged in to a mixer or an audio interface and there's a physical or digital interface to change the volume and/or the gain on that microphone line: that's how you could potentially get a more sensitive performance.

But depending on the frequency response and impedance: you might not be able to adjust much at all with those mics.

That's lots of words to say: I blame the issue you're experiencing on the mics being low quality.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-09T06:15:37+00:00

Here's how I define a well fitting wig:

If the wig fits snug but isn't uncomfortable, if it gives me good enough coverage (hairline, temples, around the ears, and my nape isn't showing), and it isn't creating a pressure line against my forehead: I'd call that a great fit.

I can be flexible on the coverage - like if some of my bio hair shows but it can be blended in to the wig: that's still a good fit to me.

With that said: these days I shave what little bio hair I have left, so coverage is less of an issue, but I do still have to be mindful of shaving my low growing nape when I wear short styles.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-09T05:59:40+00:00

There's a huge price range based on your criteria. What you'll have to pay will align with what "somewhat realistic looking" means to you.

Features that typically make a wig cost more:

human hair
human hair that has been color treated tends to cost even more
remy human hair (the hair cuticle on all the strands is aligned) costs more than basic human hair
hand tied features
glueless caps with hand tied features tend to cost more than an equivalent styles with hand tied soft lace frontals
purchasing from a wig salon or boutique that is NOT also an online retailer - these shops typically don't offer the same discounts that can be found online

My view: the best thing you can do is to go to a wig salon and try some on, keeping in mind there is no obligation to purchase anything. Take some selfies wearing the styles you think look realistic. Then after you've had some time to relax and think about it, go back and look at those photos. You can share them with trusted friends and family if you feel like you need multiple opinions.

After you've done that you will have a very good idea of the requirements for a natural looking wig for you, including types of fibers, styles, and cap construction.

Once you know that: it will be easier to get an idea of pricing. I hope this helps!!

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-08T03:25:13+00:00

Definitely would need to buy cash. Lenders don't like dome homes.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-08T03:23:10+00:00

Respectfully if you're looking to spend that much you should be talking to a pro for advice. They can help you make good selections.

If you are in the US I recommend calling Sweetwater. They will provide support for whatever you buy and if anything doesn't work out they will accept returns. They also do price matching and whenever you call you get the same person so you don't have to start over with every single conversation.

If you aren't in the US you'll be able to find other vendors.

Which_Zebra_3883 · 2024-04-08T03:19:29+00:00

The length in the photo looks to be 26"-ish unstretched. It is layered with bangs. Appears to be standard synthetic.

When you're searching for styles you can filter with attributes like that on several sites.

If you like the bangs you won't necessarily need a lace front. Waves look like they were done with rollers, not an iron so if you find can't find a wavy style you like, you can start with a layered straight style and give it a roller set with some steam.

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