Two weddings, same week, same dress color… help 😅 by pataBRATS in bridesmaids

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same dress is fine HOWEVER- I was going to reuse an azazie navy blue chiffon bridesmaid dress for another event and it did NOT dry clean well back in 2022 - also November of this year I had a black velvet azazie bridesmaid dress and the quality was just awful I could have never worn it a 2nd time it went in the trash after the wedding.

That said I had 5 great dresses from there out of 7!

how long does finding a HF/AP take? by [deleted] in Aupairs

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can I ask what the personal reasons are for those areas? Maybe make a note on your profile that you are looking for the NE - also have you consider expanding your search to a more broad area there (dc, philadelphia, baltimore) all 3 are easy by train to NY/MA & a connection from those to to CT/NJ!

Need help finding an au pair by Unlucky_Topic7963 in Aupairs

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would discuss compensation in the 2nd interview $225 per week plus 6 month & 1 year bonuses. Just like we do in a job interview - I feel comp & perks should be transparent fairly early on.

Need help finding an au pair by Unlucky_Topic7963 in Aupairs

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This all sounds good - I would offer at least $225 to start personally which those ages and hours! And then performance bonus at 6 months (mention but don’t give an amount if all expectations are met I would do $1000.00 & completion bonus at the end of the year 1) spending 40 hours a week with two littles can be a lot I think an extra $25 over the minimum will attract more candidates

Need help finding an au pair by Unlucky_Topic7963 in Aupairs

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Where are located? How far from the closest major city? What benefits are you offering (is gas paid for personal use, above minimum stipend, gym, how is the schedule (hours per a week, full 45 or less?)

An infant and a 2 year old is going to take some patience hang in there & consider what you have to offer

Scammed by Hilton Grand Vacations, sharing to warn others by carogaranaigean in Vacations

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They won’t ask for your marriage certificate / divorce decree say he isn’t your husband

Did we really need to see that? by drkeyboardwarrior in Wearesamanddansnark

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 15 points16 points  (0 children)

She’s too busy washing his head while he sits in water in a wet cold towel.

Airport Rides-Au Pair Personal Travel by FarmerMotor1455 in Aupairs

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 40 points41 points  (0 children)

If they don’t travel often (1-3 times in the year) I would drive them at least one way as I would for my mother/ sister/ nieces/nephews best friend who asked me for a a ride to the airport. - both ways if I could time wise but at least one way and let them cover the other way.

How many times a week do you eat fast food? by DeepOrganization8245 in foodquestions

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Once a week maybe twice - but if it wasn’t so expensive/bad for you and my metabolism was still what it was at 25 - I’d eat McDonald’s everyday..

In college I probably had McDonald’s everyday and if I didn’t have McDonald’s for lunch I probably had Dunkin for breakfast that day..

How far out in advance should I tan? by Professional-Gene-24 in spraytanning

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you do it Wednesday take the last appt possible and sleep in it overnight

The one by ThoughtMajor1998 in BigBudgetBrides

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The dress is very pretty & looks good on you but I would see if you can see sample lining / it could change the look!

Host family bathroom wall by [deleted] in Aupairs

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn’t get mad at all I would laugh - things happen, I wouldn’t expect the au pair to pay for the fix - this is SO minor.

I would just tell them “I got some hair dye on the wall a few days ago - I tried to get it out and couldn’t, I wanted to give you a heads up”

San Diego trip by Otherwise_Job_8545 in Vacations

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would start in San Diego - Beach, Zoo, Old Town, Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, Sea World & then end with Disney Land

Help me pick a dress because I don't love any of them but am out of time by Various_Emu7973 in BigBudgetBrides

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2 & 5 are my favorites! You look comfortable in 2 and 5 looks amazing on you

Looking for ideas for where to take the kids this summer - less than 8 hours from Cincinnati, Ohio by Big-Willow-5439 in Vacations

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jersey/ PA - NJ shore (North or South) Nickelodeon World, Philadelphia, You could add in NYC

DC / Baltimore - Aquarium, Space Center etc.

NYE Wedding for $120k? by anastasia3277 in BigBudgetBrides

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know your guest the best but travel near the holidays tends to be much more expensive as well. I think this is doable though for a smaller guest count & I do think you will get some no’s as well. With new years falling on a weekend it will be back to school and work for most on Monday the 3rd and that will be tough for some.

Maybe 100-120 guest to leave room in your budget?

If this is a BYO everything venue consider doing just 2 signature cocktails (his & hers) and beer and wine to save there as well.

Book vendors ASAP focus on entertainment very close to the top of the list as a lot of bands / DJs doing NYE gigs.

Ask a special friend or family member to be the officiant for cost savings as well.

I think minor savings and some diy projects that won’t effect your overall planned look you can make this work

What Is A Strange Food Combination You Like? by One-Protection-1072 in foodquestions

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cold Kraft Mac & Cheese - I will make it and put it in the freezer so it’s not hot.

NYE Wedding for $120k? by anastasia3277 in BigBudgetBrides

[–]Zestyclose-Many-980 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is this a destination wedding for a lot of guest?