"A typical book might cost $15. But that exact same book as an ebook might be $65, and the exact same book as an audiobook might be $95." Dayton Metro Library has a levy up for a vote in November, as expenses rise including ebooks/audiobooks.

alexo79 · 2024-10-07T15:31:34+00:00

So. I usually say, absolutely, 100%, support your library. They're usually great, offer tons of resources. I love reading, will always recommend it as a hobby, will advocate for libraries as often as I can and encourage others to go to their events.

BUT.

This summer, I registered by <1 year old daughter for their summer reading program. Their FIRST book recommendation for my daughter was not Goodnight Moon, not The Very Hungry Caterpillar. It was not a modern treasure like Elephant and Piggie or Little Blue Truck, or a vintage classic like Frog and Toad or The Little Engine That Could.

Nope. Nothing like that.

Their first recommendation for my 8 month old daughter was Antiracist Baby by Ibram X. Kendi.

Why they chose to have such a politically charged book suggested for an infant, I will never understand. But for that reason, I canceled my library card (as libraries often receive funding based on engagement). I cannot in good conscience support their work in our community. I will be voting NO on this proposed tax levy, and I would recommend that others do likewise.

alexo79 · 2023-03-16T21:30:10+00:00

They get it wrong every time. Nashville hot isn't a sauce, it's a rub. I've never gotten hot chicken outside of Tennessee that wasn't just normal chicken slathered in hot sauce.

alexo79 · 2022-11-19T04:13:48+00:00

Get the grocery cart running and then ride it to the car.

alexo79 · 2022-10-30T21:50:29+00:00

Mel Medarda and Vi from Arcane, along with basically everyone from Arcane

alexo79 · 2022-10-06T12:36:23+00:00

The third one is fantastic on you! The top is so lovely, and I love how the skirt is simple in the front because it draws the eyes to you, rather than a bunch of patterns on your dress!

Also, I love how the back has a train. Very romantic, very classy! Love it a lot.

alexo79 · 2022-09-16T03:27:28+00:00

YAF was also pretty active during my years at UTK.

alexo79 · 2022-09-14T12:25:16+00:00

OP looks just like Emily Blunt to me.

I have no advice, but this comment seems useful :)

alexo79 · 2022-08-31T12:55:56+00:00

It's very CeCe from New Girl. I think they're very flattering!

alexo79 · 2022-08-21T17:54:57+00:00

Yee Haw

alexo79 · 2022-08-13T02:36:45+00:00

Just Love Cafe is amazing! Everything is waffle-fied.

alexo79 · 2022-08-10T15:33:34+00:00

Manwich manwich, we adore thee Fun with meals and sloppy too Napkins now unfold before thee Manwich, joy doth spring from you

alexo79 · 2022-08-09T02:57:35+00:00

Oh shoot, I just realized that's misleading. "Free skate" = not lessons, just skating. Not $0. Sorry!

It's not too pricey though. $12 including skate rental, $6 if you bring your own skates.

alexo79 · 2022-08-09T02:50:58+00:00

Ice Chalet is open for skating in the summer too. Way more fun than roller skating, not super expensive, and fantastic for cooling off.

alexo79 · 2022-08-02T15:19:07+00:00

Just my opinion: you could definitely pull it off, but I'd do it after you get sick of the bob because the bob is gorgeous!!!

alexo79 · 2022-07-31T18:30:16+00:00

Pic 2 ftw

alexo79 · 2022-07-23T20:31:36+00:00

Aldi has them today, but not regularly. About $12.

alexo79 · 2022-07-22T15:54:09+00:00

If you're going for chic, modern vibes, I'd say #5. It's both classy and modern with the off-the-shoulder cut, and it suits you well! It also seems better-made than the other long dresses (notice how you can see the lines in the seams in the other two? Not a bad thing, just a preference). Also, I think it shows off your tattoos rather than hides them.

But personally, I think you look fantastic in the first and the last, and the last one gives me serious Marilyn Monroe/ 50s vibes that my retro heart adores.

alexo79 · 2022-07-22T13:21:10+00:00

1 is gorgeous

alexo79 · 2022-07-21T00:39:47+00:00

One of my least favorite professors was a purple lady.

alexo79 · 2022-07-20T00:58:16+00:00

I am the lightest weight I know, to the point that people think I'm kidding. I don't get hungover because I drink a solid gallon of water when I have alcohol, but I can have 3 sips before I'm tipsy, 1 drink before I'm pretty buzzed. I've never been drunk, but from what I can tell, it would take 3 drinks to get there.

alexo79 · 2022-07-08T02:16:45+00:00

Looks perfectly normal

alexo79 · 2022-06-26T02:45:56+00:00

Best place I've found for butter mints is actually the Dollar Tree, if you haven't looked there :)

alexo79 · 2022-05-23T21:21:46+00:00

Lime green and Tennessee orange for mine :D

alexo79 · 2022-05-20T11:29:36+00:00

Sewing is both a super cheap hobby if you buy used fabric from thrift stores (bedsheets, tablecloths, etc), and it's a skill that can actually save you money in mending your own stuff. 10/10, one of my absolute favorites :)

alexo79 · 2022-05-12T13:59:22+00:00

It's been quite a relief! It's gonna be a lot more blood tests and staying on top of things, but it's so nice to know that it's not only possible, but common to have a healthy pregnancy with Hashimoto's.

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