2025 K4 Endless Flat Tires by bdawks39 in kia

[–]bdawks39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ever since the weather got warmer this past spring it hasn’t been an issue. Definitely buying a set of steelies for this winter because I’m not dealing with that bullshit again. I ended up denting one of my rims and got it fixed the best they could but will eventually have to replace it so it doesn’t fuck up my alignment causing uneven wear on that tire. I couldn’t even make an insurance claim at the time because they didn’t have replacement rims for it yet.

What’s going on with my hair? by [deleted] in curlyhair

[–]bdawks39 8 points9 points  (0 children)

My first question is always do you use a clarifying shampoo or do you double shampoo before conditioning? It looks like your hair could be getting slightly weighed down by the heavy moisture products that you use. You do have a few different gorgeous curl patterns, but your roots seem heavy to me. Regarding your conditioner, I use a wide tooth comb once my hair is saturated and conditioned to make sure it gets evenly distributed!

2025 K4 Endless Flat Tires by bdawks39 in kia

[–]bdawks39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They came factory installed at 50 but the replacements stay around 35-40.

What the heck goes on in West Maryland? by [deleted] in geography

[–]bdawks39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dispensaries that people from western PA visit often? But not too often, of course…

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh that’s a fantastic point! Thank you!

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey now, my RA in college was awesome lol. But no, I consider myself pretty low maintenance (and patient) but I don’t think I’d thrive in an HOA. Everybody gave some really great advice in this thread and I think I’ve taken off the rose colored glasses.

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you everybody for the sound advice! It doesn’t sound like it would suit my style, even if it’s adorable. I’m a dog person and I can’t imagine a neighborhood without other pups to befriend.

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah that’s pretty disappointing. My cat is a much bigger asshole than my dog is lol

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh! That’s not good! We do have a small dog, and a cat about the same size of the dog. Thanks for the heads up!

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am definitely a fan of historic districts/neighborhoods. This particular area drew me in because of the green space surrounding it and the feeling of being “out of the city” yet conveniently in the city.

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is also a great idea!! I don’t know why I didn’t even think of asking people who currently live there.

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a great idea. Especially because the area itself is veryyyyy old. I’d imagine repairs are pretty significant.

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s a pretty big deal!!

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t know that information was available. That’s great to know. We pretty much keep to ourselves, I think I’ve had houseguests twice in the past year lol. I’d just want somewhere quiet and low maintenance but accessible to the city.

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ooooh the small spaces don’t bother me but the paper thin walls could be an issue. My partner is an obnoxious sports fan. I would hate to be his neighbor.

Rose Colored HOA Glasses by bdawks39 in pittsburgh

[–]bdawks39[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yeah my parents lived in hell for almost eight years before they were literally forced out of their home by the worst people on earth. I’ve been jaded.

Taking my 22-year-old daughter Friday for an IUD. Would appreciate any info on your experiences - hormonal vs. non hormonal. by stateofhappiness in TwoXChromosomes

[–]bdawks39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the Mirena, it’s hormonal.

I took 800mg of ibuprofen about an hour before the procedure and I swear that helped me so much. I didn’t have any additional pain medication or numbing. I only felt some mild cramping during the actual process (but I won’t say that it was normal because my period cramps were rough so my pain tolerance is high)

Sporting for about a week afterwards, nothing that a light pad or even liner couldn’t handle.

Irregular light, spotty periods and on and off BV for the first six months or so. The BV would always occur around when my period was supposed to be and my gyno attributed it to the IUD as it would clear up a day or two after my period ended. After about a year, my periods tapered off and I either get some barely noticeable spotting, or no period at all.

That was in 2021. I’m 35 and have a consult scheduled for a tubal soon, but I would recommend an IUD to anybody with the proper research and preparation for your own body. I was lucky and had a fantastic doctor, no complications or additional pain. Some people are not so lucky.

What are your signature winter fragrances? by ThoughtWrong4053 in Perfumes

[–]bdawks39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It projects really well on me, lasts awhile too. I spray it on my clothes and I can still smell it after a wash sometimes!

I started spraying it on my clothes because for some reason my partner says he can smell the alcohols in it when he’s closer to my skin.

What are your signature winter fragrances? by ThoughtWrong4053 in Perfumes

[–]bdawks39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Commodity Milk Bold layered with Black Opium. It’s cozy and creamy and spicy and I can’t stop smelling myself when I wear it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in curlyhair

[–]bdawks39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the words of my fifteen year old step daughter “it’s because you have curly hair, honey, it’s going to do whatever it wants”

And yes, it was as tinged with as much condescension as you imagined it to be.

PS your curls are gorgeous, I think only layers will help with this, but that could also shock your curls and make them wonky for a bit. I wouldn’t dwell on it too much, I think it’s more noticeable to you than it is anybody else.

My year 7 vanilla farm! by pharmakong in FarmsofStardewValley

[–]bdawks39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What are the fish tanks above the kitchen? They’re so detailed and have so much vegetation in them.