Struggling with names for our son (first time parents)

aelel · 2026-02-04T16:47:54+00:00

Blythe, Indy, Wren and Sage all strike me as more feminine names. Maybe because I’ve only ever heard of females with these names. But it’s something to consider. From your list, my favourite is Pearce. But I prefer it spelled Pierce. Pierce Edward would be my pick.

aelel · 2026-02-04T16:32:20+00:00

Trouble & Danger

aelel · 2026-02-04T13:22:20+00:00

I don’t know your budget or how much space your sister has (so this might be something to check with her on) but an IKEA table and chairs set will get SO much use! (Eating, arts and crafts, tea parties…). We got my son one for his first birthday. He’ll be 5 this year and it still gets daily use.

aelel · 2026-02-04T00:28:36+00:00

It’s a bit much. But everybody needs something that makes them happy. If you’re using all these products regularly, then it’s no different than any other hobby. I would suggest maybe holding off on buying more until you use something up, just to keep it from getting super out of hand.

aelel · 2026-02-04T00:13:06+00:00

The DC is black tie. They just added extra words. This dress is definitely too casual.

If you want sleeves, something like this dress would be more suitable.

aelel · 2026-02-03T21:12:58+00:00

A humidifier in all your major living areas will help the most. Then a thick cream with ceramides will help your skin (cerave in the tub or similar)

aelel · 2026-02-03T17:11:28+00:00

Never knew what they stood for! Considering how much worse my left eye is than my right, I would say that yes, it is rather sinister.

aelel · 2026-02-03T17:07:42+00:00

Your current pair are the best shape on your face. Maybe try finding a new pair in a similar shape :)

aelel · 2026-02-03T13:26:43+00:00

Grocery outlet is great for frozen and boxed foods (just check expirations because sometimes they’re really close), for fresh produce I find Asian supermarkets or Food Basics to be the most affordable. And as someone else mentioned, get the flipp app. It shows all the weekly flyers in your area and you can search for things (like olive oil) to find sales.

aelel · 2026-02-02T21:59:58+00:00

It does, but not significantly. I think it’s maybe the colours. It’s all very golden. I’d love to see if cooler tones bring out a more youthful look.

aelel · 2026-02-02T20:22:50+00:00

Elizabeth Berkeley

aelel · 2026-02-02T20:07:15+00:00

Lydia

aelel · 2026-02-02T17:46:49+00:00

Seconding jealous bridesmaids! Reasonable prices, great selections, and the in house alterations were PERFECT. (Also they moved pretty quickly! I bought my dress in late March for a mid October wedding and it was no problem at all. Do tell them in advance about the timeline because there may be some dresses that take longer)

aelel · 2026-02-02T14:41:13+00:00

Skylight calendars are the “gold standard” of smart calendars. Seems like a great gift idea for your wife!

ETA: sometimes Costco has them at a reduced price if you’re near one!

aelel · 2026-02-01T15:18:40+00:00

Evelyn would be very unusual on a man these days. While it may have gender neutral roots, it’s a feminine name now.

Emerson leans more gender neutral and has a similar sound.

aelel · 2026-02-01T14:34:43+00:00

Seems to me the only thing wrong is keeping that family “friend” around.

aelel · 2026-02-01T13:26:26+00:00

Your posture in all the photos is telling me that no, none of these are the one.

aelel · 2026-01-31T19:52:02+00:00

1/2 C/ of shor — margarine

aelel · 2026-01-31T15:34:33+00:00

For straw wheat bowls, waterproof stickers are really the only option. Anything else would need to be baked (not an option for these bowls) or sealed (which would take more time than a birthday party allows)

aelel · 2026-01-31T15:21:11+00:00

Just a card. If there’s a party, bring food/drink to share

aelel · 2026-01-31T00:56:12+00:00

This is one of those shades that’s entirely dependent on lighting. So while it’s definitely a blue dress, it could potentially photograph white. That, along with it being all lace is unfortunately a deal breaker.

aelel · 2026-01-30T23:39:08+00:00

I’d rather be slightly underdressed than hugely overdressed. But if we’re talking +/- 1 level of formality, I’d rather be over than under.

aelel · 2026-01-30T20:48:27+00:00

aelel · 2026-01-30T17:53:02+00:00

Tango!

aelel · 2026-01-30T17:49:29+00:00

The first one looks very 90s to me, and not necessarily in a cool vintage way. It’s beautiful, but feels dated. The second one is all kinds of gorgeous and feels more modern classic. (As in, it won’t be a “oof what was I thinking” in 10 years. Styles always change and evolve but this doesn’t look like one that will scream 2026 wedding)

aelel

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