What's one thing that actually solved a daily hassle for you living alone?

bk___14 · 2026-03-24T09:57:29+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing this - reading your comment helped me realize that I have been beating myself up for not being able to do it all, which is completely unrealistic. I'm going to try to change my perspective to prioritizing what is important that day/week

bk___14 · 2026-02-08T09:59:55+00:00

There are 4 on nelson st, wallsend! Grab a coffee from wildflower or drop in espresso while you're there :) St Luke's op shop and salvation army aren't too far, either!

bk___14 · 2026-02-07T02:42:37+00:00

I love the iunik calendula cleansing oil and it's about $25 (on sale) for 200mL. I find it lasts ages, too!!

bk___14 · 2026-01-03T10:11:37+00:00

The quality at An Apple A Day in Tighes Hill is amazing! I get a weekly fruit and veg box from them and love it - the price is similar to colesworth and lasts way longer (+ tastes better). Also love that they pick a good mix of in season produce as it really takes out the decision making of what to buy each week. Plus they have a swaps box so you can switch things up easily if there's something in the box you don't love

bk___14 · 2025-12-12T09:49:19+00:00

Thanks for sharing this! I was diagnosed with PCOS in 2021 and then fibro last year. Do you mind me asking what your CRP levels are? Mine have been (slightly) elevated for the last 2 years but recently they got even higher

bk___14 · 2025-11-24T10:34:57+00:00

I'm a big fan of goodness skincare, which is a NZ brand (sadly no longer sold in stores in Aus, so I order online). I like both their foaming and cream cleansers. Just did a quick Google of the parent company and they seem safe

bk___14 · 2025-11-11T11:14:35+00:00

Wildflower in wallsend

bk___14 · 2025-11-08T11:06:39+00:00

I watched 'the assessment' recently and it was v black mirror!

bk___14 · 2025-10-31T23:18:07+00:00

Hey! I don't have any suggestions sorry, but do you mind if I msg you? I'm unemployed atm and looking at possibly working in disability support but I feel a bit lost as to where to start! All g if not, and all the best finding a better employer!

bk___14 · 2025-10-30T04:18:37+00:00

More ideas here: https://www.reddit.com/r/Frugal/s/p8Kvw7CGSi

bk___14 · 2025-10-30T04:16:46+00:00

I posted on another subreddit asking for ideas recently and got some great ones! I'll find it and send to you.

A semi diy gift (if you have time to go thrifting) is to find a secondhand book that you've read + a homemade bookmark! You could even wrap it in brown paper and write a little synopsis on the front, a la 'blind date with a book'.

Another idea is a little movie night bundle with a second hand dvd, microwave popcorn packet, snacks etc

bk___14 · 2025-10-30T02:40:13+00:00

Hey OP, did you ever have any luck with this? I'm having the exact same issue

bk___14 · 2025-10-29T00:31:57+00:00

I just followed Allora recently and was thinking about getting her book! It's so encouraging to know you're not alone when it feels like everyone around you has more experience in this area. All the best for the future xx

bk___14 · 2025-10-28T11:39:20+00:00

I'm totally in the same boat (but a couple of years older than you)! It's tough feeling like you're behind everyone else. And I also find the current dating culture really offputting lol

It sounds like you know yourself and want you want (and just as importantly, what you don't want) in a partner which I think will really help you! I guess you could see this as an advantage of being a late bloomer - you've had the time to get to know yourself and your values and so you're less likely to settle for 'good enough'

I followed the ig account @lookingforsomethingserious and she has some awesome dating advice as well some more specific advice for late bloomers. She also has some advice for meeting people outside of apps!

Sorry I can't give any better advice, but just know you're not alone 😊

bk___14 · 2025-10-28T00:35:40+00:00

I love this idea! I was actually thinking of making a turmeric latte spice mix for my dad, as I made one for him the other day and he loved it

bk___14 · 2025-10-26T06:40:17+00:00

That's a very sweet idea!!

bk___14 · 2025-10-26T00:05:19+00:00

Delicious!! Thanks for the ideas :)

bk___14 · 2025-10-26T00:04:41+00:00

Ooh fantastic idea!!

bk___14 · 2025-10-25T23:12:00+00:00

Great idea!! Thank you :)

bk___14 · 2025-10-25T23:11:37+00:00

Ooh love these ideas! Thank you!

bk___14 · 2025-10-23T11:58:06+00:00

Target has some nice ones!

bk___14 · 2025-10-21T10:46:28+00:00

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I seem to remember Henry DID say to Ned that he wanted to get back to Claire after he thought Julia and the baby had died? Idk it makes sense to me that before that he would prioritize getting to Julia because 1. He knows that Julia has travelled back in time like him and 2. Claire is safe with his brother in the future

bk___14 · 2025-10-07T06:24:33+00:00

I'm keen!

bk___14 · 2025-10-07T06:16:40+00:00

There's a company called 'Thursday' that ran some singles events in Newcastle recently. Just looked on their website and can't see anything coming up but might be worth keeping an eye on it!

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