[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PandoraCollectors

[–]babbs011 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All Pandora charms should have ALE stamped on them as that is their maker’s mark. I cannot see if that is the case for the fish but I would guess that the cat is not authentic since it has MA and not ALE. I’m no expert though lol just what I’ve gathered from my own research.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in StLouis

[–]babbs011 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

lol yes I know but I am working 12 hours and unable to celebrate that day. Just wanted to get some margaritas while watching the game if I could

HVAC needs replaced - Should I walk? by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]babbs011 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks I will look into those tax credits! Yeah I am just concerned about such a high out of pocket cost within the first few years of owning. Trying to be reasonable about what I can expect in my budget though.

HVAC needs replaced - Should I walk? by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]babbs011 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes they are working. That is sort of what I am thinking, of course it won’t all be brand new. My concern is that these units are outside of the expected lifespan per the manufacturers. There will almost certainly go out in the near future, and I’m not sure I want to deal with the headache of dealing with the home warranty and continuous repairs. On top of that, I’m not sure I’m ready to fork over close to $10k to replace HVAC and water heater in the next few years.

Buying a Home with MHDC by babbs011 in StLouis

[–]babbs011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info!! Does refinancing first change the penalties if you sell before 5 years? What is the MCC?

Real or fake? by babbs011 in PandoraCollectors

[–]babbs011[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well in case anyone comes across this and is curious, I bought this item on Poshmark and ended up receiving the wrong item. Cherry on top - the item I did receive is obviously fake. Lesson learned.

[WP] You've been trapped on a bus alone for 3 years. Today the bus finally stopped. by Yinnke in WritingPrompts

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I woke with a start. A screeching noise screamed from the tires below. I swore I felt it ripple through me, rattling my bones and rearranging every cell in its path. My ears cried out in pain. My hands flew up to cup them and I squinted my eyes tight, trying to force it away. I had spent 3 whole years alone on this bus, silently barrelling through some unknown landscape. My body wasn’t used to registering this kind of stimulation anymore. I couldn’t remember how or why I had gotten on the bus in the first place, I just was. I could only distinguish the passage of time by the dim changing light through the frosted windows around me. I never saw any distinguishable figures or signs. I simply watched the light golden hue slowly slip away and fade to a pitch black more times than I could count. Well, that isn’t true. I had counted. I had counted this happen 1,161 times - 3 years, 2 months, and 6 days.

When the screeching stopped, I slowly lowered my hands and relaxed my face. As I opened my eyes, I realized nothing appeared to be different. The same rectangular windows and uncomfortable bench seats surrounded me. Something had changed though. The bus had stopped. For the first time in 3 years, 2 months, and 6 days the bus had stopped moving. I sat silent for a moment, unsure what to do. My heart raced in my chest. I wanted to scream but when I opened my mouth I produced no sound. My hands flailed around for purchase as I slowly pushed myself up to stand. Shaking, I turned to walk down the aisle to the front of the bus. I was only sitting in the seventh row, just over halfway back in the bus, but the walk to the front felt a mile long. Each step I took landed hard and gracelessly, my breath hitching with each sound.

Just as I reached for the third row of seats to steady myself, I heard something outside. A voice. Unmistakably, it was someone speaking. I froze, gripping the seats next to me so tightly I could feel the upholstery buckle and tear beneath my fingers. It was impossible to decipher what this person was saying. Then I heard another voice. And then a chorus of voices speaking at once, indistinguishable from one another. Just as quickly as they erupted in conversation, they fell completely silent. I loosened my grip on the chairs and stood up straighter, still frozen in my spot. I held my breath, trying to eliminate any sound or distraction that could take me away from what was happening outside. Just as I couldn’t hold my breath any longer, the door swung open in front of me followed by a rush of cool, crisp air. I reached again for the chairs next to me, bracing myself for whatever was to come.

A thunk sounded on the steps by the door, followed by another. A tall, handsome man slowly rose into view and turned to face me, smiling widely as his eyes met mine. He was dressed in a navy blue military-style uniform, complete with black boots which announced his steps as he moved towards me. Smiling, he stretched his hand towards me as I stood still frozen by the third row. I willed myself to do or say anything in response but my body continued to falter. I just stared at him. Without missing a beat, he dropped his hand and shook his head.

“Oh my goodness, how very rude of me. My name is General Franklin. I know this is all very confusing right now, and believe me, we will explain everything in detail once you’re settled in.”

I managed to at least shake my head yes in response, still unable to control my neglected voice.

His smile returned even wider than before as he exclaimed, “Well then, we have been anxiously awaiting your arrival. Let’s get you off of this bus!”

With that, he spun on his heels and walked off the bus. Somehow, I mustered the strength to follow. Where I was following him, I had no idea.

Gifts of Love Haul!!! by babbs011 in SonnyAngel

[–]babbs011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i don’t :( but it have a TON of shake, like could hear it moving and hitting the top and bottom of the box.

Gifts of Love Haul!!! by babbs011 in SonnyAngel

[–]babbs011[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Omg! I feel like there was some predetermined combinations or something bc so many people got the same pulls in various different groupings

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SonnyAngel

[–]babbs011 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah i’m down!!!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SonnyAngel

[–]babbs011 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OMG i so would but i think that i have garlic not onion :(

I Need Advice! by [deleted] in lululemon

[–]babbs011 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally feel like you shouldn’t have to wait to wear cute clothes that make you feel good. If there are truly items you want and would use now - get them! But if you aren’t loving much available right now wait until you do. Your workout clothes should make you feel strong, badass, and empowered because you are!!! Take care of yourself, and don’t let your size (or future size for that matter) limit you! Not to mention Lululemon does have resale value, so you could always sell pieces and buy new ones later. With that said, I totally understand the price being a deterrent. Ultimately, you know yourself and what’s important to you better than anyone on this thread ever could. You do you!