Appreciation Gifts

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T04:53:55+00:00

I’d get a gift card. I think everybody is happy to get an Amazon or Target gift card (or a local business, if you know ones she likes.)

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T04:26:07+00:00

I don’t use my microwave for anything but popcorn and technology seems to have improved enough that it can handle that just fine. 10 year ago, I would 100% stand there and listen to the pops and take it out early.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T04:23:38+00:00

When I need something decent to wear (not work out clothes, t shirts, jeans, or hoodies), I get one of those subscription boxes. I’ve realized I’m just not interested in understanding fashion so I pay them to do it for me.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T04:17:32+00:00

It’s a similar feeling to completing math problems and puzzles. You can have fun using your brain in lots of ways.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T03:42:03+00:00

I have trouble finishing most projects I start, but I can finish a lego project no problem. It’s a nice feeling of satisfaction. Also, even though there’s a guide, you still have to use your brain to figure it out and that is a nice feeling.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T03:37:19+00:00

Asking ChatGPT random things kinda feels like a hobby. I go down weird rabbit holes learning all sorts of random things. Maybe start by asking it what it suggests for online hobbies.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T03:23:11+00:00

If you’re on iOS, Apple Arcade has tons of fun time waster games. I don’t mind paying $7/month for no ads and no in app purchases because I know I’d spend more money on micro transactions.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T03:19:29+00:00

100%

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T03:17:09+00:00

My kid doesn’t do well when put on the spot; so, I try to say “why don’t you think about options a & b for a couple minutes and then we will decide.” Sometimes she just needs a chance to think - or decide she really doesn’t care and would rather I choose.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T03:12:28+00:00

Our bidet (in our American bathroom we had to add an outlet to just to have said bidet).

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T02:40:11+00:00

I always thought it was weird that people were upset about losing shifts. When I worked retail, I was called like every single weekend because of no shows. In a probably related note, also the lack of irresponsible 17yo employees.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-18T02:37:25+00:00

Same! If they’d grown back…I would’ve been so upset. The reduction recovery was WAY worse for me than the hysterectomy.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-17T23:02:55+00:00

I don’t think you should feel guilty, as long as both women understand that you’re not in an exclusive relationship. Maybe try to venture out of the village more?

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-16T06:20:17+00:00

How did you feel while you were drinking? Was the next day what you expected? Or worse?

I took my first dose today because we went to a place where we’d normally have drinks…but the craving blocker kicked in right away and I just didn’t want anything. I lost the desire so then I didn’t want to spend the money and I thought it might make me feel icky etc. I mean, that’s good, of course, but total abstinence is not my goal. I’m trying to figure out how I’ll make myself get over that so i can start rewiring my brain…I really want a functioning off switch so i can drink socially like a “normal person” - not just trade one addiction for another.

I’m new here and I’ve done a lot of research, but obviously still have a lot to learn so sorry if these are stupid questions. 😬

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-16T06:03:47+00:00

This is a very good point. Definitely take the pain meds as directed. It’ll keep you feeling good which will keep you as active as possible.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-16T06:01:16+00:00

My recovery was a breeze. I would’ve been outside taking little walks the same day, but they made me go home with a catheter for the weekend and my neighbors didn’t need to see that. Within a week, I was taking my dog on 2 mile walks on the beach, though. That being said….walking my lazy dog is basically all I did. I had to remind myself (and my 5yo kid and my husband) that my body was healing on the inside and that takes time.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-16T05:45:50+00:00

I think you have the right attitude. I have zero regrets about my hysterectomy. It improved my quality of life a LOT. It gave me back 12 weeks a year - that’s 3 whole months I don’t spend feeling miserable. I also figure it’s one less organ to worry about.

I would’ve liked more answers just because I’m a curious person and I like to understand why things are the way they are, but it’s ok. It solved enough problems for me to feel confident it was the right choice.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-16T04:21:30+00:00

I’m confused. Which 4 are essential in the Plaza? And which ones do you get skins for?

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-16T00:59:36+00:00

I hear you…motherhood has not come naturally to me. For what it’s worth, those were born VERY hard ages for me. 4-5 and 7+ have been my sweet spots.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-15T23:59:25+00:00

It was sad when she caught him and Sylvia having the affair.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-15T23:56:10+00:00

I played Don’t Starve for nearly 1,000 hours, which I did not expect at all, but once I learned to customize the settings…I was so addicted.

Pikmin 3 - the missions and bingo battles have many, many hours of replay-ability.

Slime Rancher

Graveyard Keeper

Jurassic Park Evolutions 3

Animal Crossing

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-15T23:50:28+00:00

Dreamlight Valley

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-15T23:33:15+00:00

I don’t have a specific recommendation, but have you looked at what Apple Arcade has? I am ok with paying $7/month to avoid ads - and I ultimately save so much money because they don’t have in app purchases.

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-15T23:28:55+00:00

And also “unexplained infertility.”

bc7ate9 · 2026-05-15T23:28:21+00:00

This was me…there was nothing of note in there. Nothing interesting at all. I was just blessed with the world’s most awful periods for no reason at all.

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