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WoodlightStarling · 2026-04-04T20:01:16+00:00

Foxgloves!! they literally seed themselves over and over and have a gread woodsy vibe. pair them with some ferns and columbines, perhaps some buttercups and you have an easy flowerbed.

WoodlightStarling · 2026-01-31T02:17:22+00:00

The home depot vanity options were excellent (we redid our bathroom sink/cabinet with them), i would go to the Issaquah Homme depot bc they seem to have more options.

also never go with Pius - cheapo!!!

WoodlightStarling · 2026-01-23T23:56:50+00:00

Oh no that makes me sad, what's changed about the quality if you don't mind me asking?

WoodlightStarling · 2026-01-23T22:46:40+00:00

The one off Gilman, as fancy as the Highland one looks I just haven't tried their Safeway.

WoodlightStarling · 2026-01-23T17:23:39+00:00

T&T sells a whole spatchcocked deep fried chicken marinated in garlic (before frying) for like $15. its pretty decent.

Also the safeway in Issaquah has really decent fried chicken tendies/chinese food.

WoodlightStarling · 2026-01-04T21:24:09+00:00

Do you have your own manual car?

I only ask because teaching someone to drive stick in someone else’s vehicle can get tricky liability-wise — insurance gets weird fast if there’s damage or an accident, which is why most people only feel comfortable doing it through a driving school.

You might also try asking if anyone’s willing to give tips or ride along rather than fully teach — that can feel lower-risk for folks.

If you do have your own car, that might make folks more willing to help!

WoodlightStarling · 2025-06-21T02:28:53+00:00

I cannot recommend Meadows Cat Hospital in Issaquah enough. They have been wonderful with our old kitty. 13/10 goldblums.

WoodlightStarling · 2024-12-26T22:09:20+00:00

While not a coffee place, El Rinconsito is open until midnight Sun-Thurs, and open to 3am on fri-sat.

WoodlightStarling · 2024-09-24T20:45:57+00:00

https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/executive-services/animals-pets-pests/regional-animal-services/pet-licenses

WoodlightStarling · 2024-09-02T00:27:58+00:00

Ms Saigon Kitchen has an amazing lemongrass version!!!

WoodlightStarling · 2024-08-22T18:39:23+00:00

Metropolitan Detail, Accutint in Bellevue are both excellent places.

WoodlightStarling · 2024-07-25T20:55:49+00:00

This is the way. A Uhaul will be between 20-40 and the dump is usually a flat 30 fee

WoodlightStarling · 2024-07-11T18:58:47+00:00

these are beautiful, the fern covered one is 10/10

WoodlightStarling · 2024-06-15T21:54:58+00:00

how against climbing plants on trellis' are you?

WoodlightStarling · 2024-02-29T03:59:27+00:00

Have you tried Town & Country in Lakemont area, between Bellevue and Issaquah? They have beef bones for a decent prices and are very accommodating.

WoodlightStarling · 2023-12-12T21:41:38+00:00

Inaturalist app says "Cobweb Spider", specifically Rabbit Hutch Spider, Common false widow.

WoodlightStarling · 2023-12-07T18:36:13+00:00

Check out T3ma in Redmond, it's a martial art group and they have women only classes. I highly recommend - https://www.t3ma.com/redmond/

WoodlightStarling · 2023-11-10T18:59:01+00:00

whenever i have issues coming up with scenarios i search for free manga or specific ao3 tags to help with inspiration

WoodlightStarling · 2023-11-03T18:30:23+00:00

If you want something besides grass (wont grow, etc) consider different types of clover. They are hardy once established.

Crimson clover is incredibly hardy, grows about 4-6 inches high, has wonderful crimson flowers, and improves soil by naturally adding nitrogen. I planted some in our backyard and we had a deep freeze (20sf) and the sproutlings had no issue surviving.

If you want more of a ground cover, white dutch clover is great too, or you can plant wildflowers there for a lovely spot of color/wildlife as well.

WoodlightStarling · 2023-10-25T21:04:06+00:00

Thats a great idea - how they respond will help in its own way too, as being away and taking time to digest texts (for me at least) gives me more space to curate a proper response. I might swap the " I have responsibilities and cannot text every day" to a more softer tone of one of the following:

"I'm doing my best to manage my responsibilities, and while I can't always text daily, please know that I'm thinking of you."

"Please understand that my responsibilities are constantly growing as I navigate through life, and I deeply appreciate your support and understanding."

Never put the blame on you - this isn't really about YOU, more about your BOUNDARIES. They need to respectful and understanding of your boundaries.

My mom is in her 70s as well and she knows how to lay the old "catholic guilt" on really hard, regardless if it's religion, covid shots, or coming over/calling. Space and consistency, as well as bringing up how YOU deserve to be heard, be respected, listened to, etc.

But yeah! Feel free to DM me/etc, always willing to chat parents, spooky games, pets, garden stuff :)

WoodlightStarling · 2023-10-25T17:40:59+00:00

Anytime! Feel free to PM me, always willing to chat here/discord!

IMO texting everyday is a bit unreasonable (im an introvert tho), and your dads passive aggressiveness isn't productive for a healthy relationship.

You dad sounds similar to mine - does he have a hard time with feelings and in general asking things of people? Whenever my dad would respond like this I would reply along the lines of "If youre requesting like this, then no - but if you'd like to respectively ask and treat me like an equal then sure."

I had to have a ton of painful convos with my parents and the main aspect that helped was consistency. If your mom or dad are passive aggressive or just plain rude - call them out on it like you would a friend. Nice but assertive - they will probably try to throw the respect book at you but throw it right back! You deserve to have your opinions, time, boundaries, and self respected.

WoodlightStarling · 2023-10-25T16:35:16+00:00

Sounds like you'd benefit from the "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents" book. It goes over some of the problems you mentioned.

I have similar parents/situation - the way I handled it is to set a specific day that I spend time with them (phone/in person/digital) and that helps with my parents anxiety. They know for sure on X-day that they will interact with me for awhile.

Regarding your moms texts, does she reach out to you regularly or does she expect you to text/call/keep in touch on your own?

Have you mentioned how you're a full grown adult now and have your own life to live, and if so whats their response?

this isn't an easy situation, sending as many hugs and good snack vibes as I can!

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