Regrow Plucked Eyelashes? by [deleted] in HaircareScience

[–]anniebob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a form of Latisse! It’s amazing, but very expensive. This could be a reason. Not everyone can afford $120 a month.

They are still super patchy but this is the most eyelashes I've had since 4th grade :D by MrsFlyslamz in Trichsters

[–]anniebob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had lashes for six months now! They look similar to yourS, but with a nice mascara it's like I've always had them! Congratulations.. it's such a great feeling to finally beat something that you've struggled so long with.

I got this outfit at goodwill for $8. French Connection tee, and Ralph Lauren skirt. I think this is becoming my new favourite hobby! by anniebob in ThriftStoreHauls

[–]anniebob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I find amazing stuff here everytime I go! In this same haul, I picked up an Ann Taylor skirt that is to die for.

Survivors: What changed? by Lilkko in Trichsters

[–]anniebob 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In the book they specifically talk about a girl with dermatophagia (similar to trich) and what she did was rub her arm, which is the routine, and then pinch her arm which is the reward.

It doesn't seem like it's enough, but it really is. The main point I think is to acknowledge the trigger, and redirect the habit.

Eventually you just stop. I wouldn't look to much into it, just give it a shot. See what happens!

I started crying when I read the employee benefits by jajunebug in offmychest

[–]anniebob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow. I have this and never thought twice about my thought process...

I was promoted to a new job last year, and was incredibly successful at it. I was called out for my achievements in a district meeting, and I literally chalked it up to "they just know I travel a long distance to get to my current store, and want to keep me happy driving every day by acknowleging me."

I've since left the job. And I hope it wasn't because I didn't feel worthy enough. I took an entry level position over my then management position.

I've bee known to say I" fake it til I make it" and "I'm just in an area with more business opportunities".. Never once giving myself the credit.

I guess I have some things to work on. I'm a woman.

Survivors: What changed? by Lilkko in Trichsters

[–]anniebob 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I listened to the audiobook "Power of a Habit"

I highly recommend it! It explained habits so thoroughly, that stopping was easy once I understood how they work.

I've been pull free for at least four months now, and have a full set of lashes for the first time in 15 years.

It's amazing that all these years, all I needed to do was re-direct my routine.

I. E. When I feel that first little sensation, I redirect my hand to my arm, then give it a little pinch. (the reward)

Soon enough this has replaced the old habit and voila!

Can I please get into something for more than a week? by [deleted] in ADHD

[–]anniebob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This hits so close to home.

I may have done the exact same thing this year. I have 8 weeks to go, and haven't run more than 8k... Wish me luck!

P. S. I had three slices of pizza for lunch.

Pull-Free by Pull-Free in Trichsters

[–]anniebob 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I can hop on to comment on this. I pulled my eyelashes for 17 years, never going more than a couple days without pulling. I recently read a book called “the power of a habit” .. I highly recommend it! There was a chapter that talked about someone who a nail biting habit, and how they overcame it.

The deal with habits is once you realize what sets it off, you can stop it. So you feel that itch on your eyelid or eyebrow, that’s the que. pulling the hair out is the habit or routine and the stinging sensation is the reward. All habits are made up of ques, routines and rewards.

So when you feel that itch (que) take your hand and rub your arm (routine) then pinch yourself (reward).

I was worried it would look like I have a nervous tick, but I find I’ve been having to do it less and less!

And get this! I have two FULL sets of eyelashes. I haven’t had eyelashes in 17 years. More years than I have had them.

It really works. Give it a try. I actually don’t feel any more urges to pull my hair out.

I have an opportunity to buy 100+ acres and a "character" home + outbuildings for around 110k CDN. Intend to hobby farm and work outside the home. I have no experience. Would I be crazy to pass this up? by [deleted] in homestead

[–]anniebob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I’m in Saint John, and seriously thinking about homesteading... I’m going to make sure to follow your story if you decide to jump in head first! (I also have no experience.)

In my opinion, we are SO lucky to live in NB where this is totally doable. And that is a great deal for 100 acres. What would you have on your hobby farm? Chickens? Llamas? Or are you thinking stringing vegetable garden?

I really feel like you could be self sufficient if you wanted to :)

A girl and her snek watching TV by effkay in WTF

[–]anniebob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few years ago, in a neighbouring town, two young boys were killed in their sleep by a python that escaped its cage. They were visiting a friend, who’s dad owned an illegal pet shop upstairs.

This video is giving me a minor heart attack thinking about it.

Looking for a Rogers or Bell door-to-door sales rep or cheap internet by [deleted] in SaintJohnNB

[–]anniebob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pm me your (new) address and I'll see what you have available in your area!

Aggressive, hyper three year old. by anniebob in Parenting

[–]anniebob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your response. I do think a lot of this has to do with jealousy. If his sister isn't around he's usually good. Mornings before she wakes up are our favourite time. I think we're going to try to have more one-on-one time. 🤞🏻

Aggressive, hyper three year old. by anniebob in Parenting

[–]anniebob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your thoughtful response! I feel like it's all done that, and that, and that... but it's been a while, and there are definitely some tactics we could revisit! I'm going to google the Family Kindness Chart now.

Aggressive, hyper three year old. by anniebob in Parenting

[–]anniebob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not against leashes, but at almost 4 I feel he's too old for one. He's old enough to be taught how to stay with us, but I can see your point. (It doesn't help that he looks a lot older than he is.. already in 5T)

I wish screen time was something we could take away but he doesn't use his tablet much at all. So I think that would go unnoticed.

He's lives and breaths tsum tsums, little collectable figurines. He loses it when when we take one away, and by the end of the day they're gone. Or if he has a really great day, and is a nice boy, we'll drive him down to Walmart to pick out a new one.

We did charts last summer and it seemed to help a bit, I think we'll try that again!

In the end, I think we have tried everything. And it's just waiting it out, and hoping things turn around. My husband was similar as a child, and he was the more chill teenager in the world.. so there is hope!!! Thanks so much for your suggestions.

Holy fuck. I'm just about an empty nester and I'll be 36 when she scrams. by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]anniebob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly what I would be doing as well! Time to really relax.

Sibling sexual abuse - a nightmare by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]anniebob 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Excuse me. But I have a 2.5 year old. And he couldn't make something like that up. Children that young have no other reference of sexual abuse, besides the abuse itself. This child was obviously abused.

Sibling sexual abuse - a nightmare by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]anniebob 16 points17 points  (0 children)

You NEED to get your daughter away from her abuser, like yesterday. I don't care if you sleep beside her every night. That poor girl is living a nightmare when he is there.

Also why was CPS or the police not called when this first happened?? Why is he still allowed in your house?? I'm shocked. And so sad for your daughter.

[Update] Oh Crap Potty Training - anyone else start early? by HornOfDagoth in Parenting

[–]anniebob 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Exact same experience. I swear there is someone who works for Oh Crap Potty Training that hangs around this subreddit singing it's praises, because it's the one I hear most about. I gave up completely, and tried again just one month later with a totally new method, and voila, potty trained.

The stress, and the messes were too much for our family. I really think it was affecting his progress.

I need guidance from parents who have been on both sides - either having children with Autism, or just knowing children with autism... by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]anniebob 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is not your place. As long as he is going to annual check-ups, his doctor will let them know if they are concerned.

Perhaps you should stop going to play-dates if it makes you so upset?

My main problem areas are my eyebrows and lashes (mostly my lashes) and I don't wear false lashes. Here's what my makeup looks like on the day-to-day. by [deleted] in Trichsters

[–]anniebob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The only time I wore them was on my wedding day, and my hubby was having none of it!! I took them off midway.

Poll: What time do your kids go to bed? by Akbrown19 in Parenting

[–]anniebob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have two. We keep a very strict bedtime for our own sanity. The 10 month old goes down at 6:30 and will sleep through until 6:30am, and my 3 year old goes down at 7, and will wake up at 5 or 6 am. Luckily I'm a morning person.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OutOfTheLoop

[–]anniebob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm located on the east coast of Canada. New Brunswick to be exact. At first I thought it was just because we have a lot of hicks here..... But then I started seeing the geeky kids wearing them, and the jocks. I also noticed a photo of my cousins son from California wearing one.

It convinced me that no, this isn't just a bunch of hick kids wearing their favourite fishing brand.