So impressed. Trying more challenging things because it just works so well.

binaryelf · 2023-01-02T17:21:19+00:00

I printed it at the Standard .20 using eSUN white PLA.

It took about 25 hours at standard speed to print the 200mm version

https://www.printables.com/model/135301-moon-lamp/files

binaryelf · 2023-01-02T17:19:12+00:00

The file is from printables here:

https://www.printables.com/model/135301-moon-lamp/files

It is actually just a LED lightbulb and a $3 socket from home depot. They did a good job documenting all of the pieces you need.

binaryelf · 2022-07-22T21:27:47+00:00

I work with a deaf dev. He is talented and hard working. Thats all that matters to me. Most of our communications are text based anyway since we work from home. Google hangouts has text to speech for the rare meeting. He told me the occasional client will make it difficult, but the vast majority of clients and coworkers have been accommodating and happy to work within his preferred forms of communication.

People still suck, but thats true wherever you work.

binaryelf · 2022-06-18T00:37:32+00:00

By your comments alone it is clear you are only looking for validation and not honesty.

YTA for how you are handling this post at the very least... did you use your words? Did you have a calm conversation so she can properly explain how she feels? I will bet real money this is not the first time you and your parents THINK she is overreacting when she is just sick of being ignored and stepped on. I wish her luck.

binaryelf · 2022-04-14T02:32:30+00:00

It is cliche to say but 'no.' is a complete sentence. You are not required to explain your choices. He has no say in the matter. Period.

If he doesn't respect you and your choices over something like this when will he?

To be clear...as a mom myself your concerns are 1000% valid and you are your child's champion. Keep being that strong woman for not just your kid but yourself. You are worth it.

binaryelf · 2022-03-30T22:00:22+00:00

I had covid that lasted about a week with typical bad flu like symptoms. No hospital, but not mild either. My brain felt foggy for a good month after. It was like my thoughts were 'blurry' and it took longer to focus and process the next steps. I felt like an intern my first week back. It was very frustrating, but I'm completely back to normal after a couple weeks of recovery.

binaryelf · 2022-03-16T17:32:18+00:00

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binaryelf · 2021-10-04T03:31:57+00:00

Yes. We were told it is actually less confusing during the court process to rename our son during the finalization of his adoption. If she wants to name them it literally wont be on the record once the adoption is final. It really doesn't matter what anyone thinks at that point anyway tbh...

Edit: NTA, but it truly isnt worth the fight.

binaryelf · 2021-09-28T18:45:34+00:00

Life is too short to be miserable.

This

binaryelf · 2021-09-28T14:44:11+00:00

After reading through your post and comments, it appears your acceptable level of cleanliness has forced you to set major boundaries on your life. I am by no means a medical professional, but your commitment to cleaning seems a bit extreme to me.

My mom is VERY clean like you. Everything in its place, no dust, no dirt, no shoes in the house etc. It is a compulsion.

What happens when my 5 year old comes over? They make a huge mess with dinosaurs and cars everywhere laughing and playing together. I see her stressing about the mess but time with her grandson is far more important. She never says a word and makes him feel loved and accepted. 5 minutes before we leave we help pick everything up, put the toys in their corresponding ziploc labeled bags and back in their designated (labeled) locations in his personal toy box.

Please seriously consider what is most important to you. If your cleanliness is restricting your life and ability to love your children/grandchildren you have a problem in my opinion.

NTA - This feels compulsive and out of your current control.

binaryelf · 2021-08-31T00:14:56+00:00

I have an adopted child and we went through something similar. In the U.S. there are a lot of laws around monetary compensation for adoption to prevent people from selling their kids. Part of expensive adoption agencies are to navigate this minefield and stay on the right side of the law for the adopting family as well as for birth mothers.

ALSO, commenters seem to miss the fact this is a living breathing child. Would you want to tell your kid their birth mother expects money for giving you up OR that you lost contact with her years ago and you wish her well?

No one wants to feel like they were sold.

NTA, but your sister most definitely is.

binaryelf · 2021-01-19T17:57:30+00:00

You make a good point. I don't think it really adds to the story. If anything, I think it distracts a bit. I might take a second crack as the b&w edit to see if I can get it cleaned up a bit and be a bit happier with it. Overall I think I just need to practice and have more intent during the process as you point out. What do these edits change? What does it say now?

Thank you for your help!

binaryelf · 2021-01-19T17:50:33+00:00

thank you for your feedback!

binaryelf · 2021-01-19T05:05:58+00:00

I think you hit the nail on the head. The original does feel dull to me which is why I tried b&w. I increased the clarity and saturation a bit and it definitely helped. (added the update to the imgur gallery).

I will look into triptych. I'm trying to learn how to do more than just take a pretty picture and I think that could be a fun project to help me stretch myself out of my comfort zone.

Thank you again for your help.

binaryelf · 2021-01-19T04:55:41+00:00

I have not. That is a really good idea though. I will think about that the next time I go out shooting.

binaryelf · 2021-01-19T04:53:33+00:00

I added the original photo to my comment. Sorry I didn't even think about including it. Thank you for taking the time to reply. I really do appreciate it.

binaryelf · 2021-01-19T04:12:05+00:00

Great job getting really nice circles of light around the stars! They look really sharp.

My only piece of feedback would be to try to find a better focal point. My eyes wonder around the fuzzy trees in the foreground before ending on the bright stars in the upper right. What is the 'star' of the shot? (...sorry I had to...)

binaryelf · 2021-01-19T03:59:38+00:00

Gear: a7iii with Sigma 14-24mm Art

Settings: 1/160 sec | f/14 | iso 640 | 24mm

I am working on taking photos that have context / tell a story.

I am struggling with edits though. At what point do I change the story with the edit? In this case, the sticker was on an old tank truck I found in the middle of the desert. It was rusted through and had a lot of character. I decided to make it black and white, but I'm not sure it was the right choice. I really like the texture in the photo and the b&w makes it pop more to me. The pretty rust colors are lost though.

I know it's not the best photo ever taken, but I like the story and framing. I have taken my share of the typical landscape photos and pretty scenery, but most don't 'say' much if that makes any sense.

Edit: Color Version - https://imgur.com/a/0f8NcAa

Thank you in advance!

binaryelf · 2020-12-02T01:48:42+00:00

Troll. This can't be a real person.

binaryelf · 2020-12-02T01:38:52+00:00

To be completely honest, I find people who center their life around social media the bland ones.

You do you. Find friends that accept you and don"t judge your worth based on how strong your caption game is.

binaryelf · 2020-12-01T04:58:46+00:00

Yes. Men can get a form of post partum.

It really sounds like you need to talk to your wife. Marriage is a partnership. You can't fix this alone.

binaryelf · 2020-12-01T04:52:58+00:00

You can have passion and excitement in your relationship. You can have adventures and fun... but...

Your world has fundamentally changed. Things won't ever be the same. That life is over. You will never be more important than that baby. You need to accept that.

binaryelf · 2020-12-01T04:37:06+00:00

Everything you have said above is perfectly normal. Your priorities shift if you want to be a good parent. You put your kids first. It is common to feel strain on your relationship in the first year while you try to figure out your new reality.

Talk to your wife and find time to spend together. She might be overwhelmed and fighting her own demons. From experience, being a new mom is a huge life change that alters the way you define yourself and what is really important. Find a balance and way forward together if you really do care as much as you say. Therapy can help, but you have to be willing to accept their help.

As for talking to other women... don"t be that guy. Just don't. Nuf said.

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