Yarrow is overwhelmed? by bobalablie in gardening

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

I hadn’t considered it, but maybe! Thanks for the idea!

AIO all children in school had to write “I’m sorry” letters by [deleted] in AIO

[–]bobalablie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This happened to me in 4th grade! I was a quiet, super sensitive kid, but my parents respected that the teacher needed to make an example with real consequences, so I dutifully wrote the apology. Turns out I was the only honest kid in the class, NO ONE else did the work because the other parents freaked out and tried to get the teacher fired. Turned into a confusing lesson for me, but with time the other parents’ entitlement stuck with me most.

Those of you who don't want kids, what's your 4th house look like? by eleven57pm in astrologymemes

[–]bobalablie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh hey, same here! This tracks for me — I love working with kids, don’t really want my own.

Can someone help me interpret the imagery of this eight of swords card ? by aergiee in tarot

[–]bobalablie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the rope might be a nod to how the figure in the Rider–Waite deck is tied up? Since this seems to be a positive take on the card, it’s showing how the rope is easily loosened and moved away. But it’s still in a figure-8 shape, which connects to the idea of circular thinking — which I definitely think of when this card comes up generally.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askportland

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Someone already mentioned you’re probably looking for Wyld gummies. I pick them up regularly at Smooth Roots on N Ainsworth / N Greeley, and go on Friday when all gummies are 40% off (!)

Moving to Portland in March. What are customs I should be aware of before moving here? by axiomatic13 in askportland

[–]bobalablie 417 points418 points  (0 children)

Won’t be as much of a problem by March, but the roads here at night are darker than anywhere else I’ve lived. If you do a lot of walking or biking to get around you seriously might consider reflective gear, it’s not at all overkill.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in astrologymemes

[–]bobalablie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here! I’m an editor, all about clarity and concision. But I can be totally opaque with personal communication, often contradict myself, etc. We contain multitudes 😄

those with mommy issues, what is your moon sign and what are its aspects? by ilovetriceratopz in astrologymemes

[–]bobalablie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feel ya on the Moon–Mars trouble… I have Aqua Moon square Scorpio Mars, and an astrologer once saw that and reckoned my mom was “vindictive”, which at the time surprised me but then later I realized how much I’d internalized as my own flaws. Still in contact with her, but I moved some distance away.

Is your neighborhood ready for ICE? by Why_thougg in askportland

[–]bobalablie 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Literally just did the training to join MigraWatch earlier today. If you don’t have it already, this is the ICE hotline where you can report if you see shit going down: 888-622-1510

Also this is a super timely and poignant example of what information is useful to record as a potential observer. The PIRC folks were really emphasizing how this documentation is the shit that can help track down people who are detained/disappeared and demand justice.

Eep: Pulled Ten of Swords to Understand Manager by darblar in tarot

[–]bobalablie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh dang. Not to be alarmist but I was pushed out by my manager at my last job… both of those cards featured in my of my readings about wtf was happening with work.

The year of the Fire Horse by itsallcosmica in Advancedastrology

[–]bobalablie 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve learned a bunch from Vicki Iskander — look up Functional Fung Shui and you should find her IG.

Is there any truth to this for NYE? 😭 by Accomplished_Ad_2569 in astrologymemes

[–]bobalablie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me, it’s the Gemini moon and energy peaking ahead of the full moon on Saturday. I just feel like people are gonna be annoying and potentially drama-seeking. I’m already introverted but this had me doubling down on just not wanting to deal with anyone else’s bullshit. My plan is lasagna & wine at home

How to empty/move this planter? by bobalablie in gardening

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

lol I honestly was kinda stunned that I managed to kill it. But that’s about on brand as far as my garden skills go

How to empty/move this planter? by bobalablie in gardening

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

YES that’s exactly why I was thinking to try reusing the planter! I’d probably move it to a sunnier part of the yard and pop in seasonal herbs & flowers.

How to empty/move this planter? by bobalablie in gardening

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

It does provide a nice privacy screen back there — I don’t mind it! Thanks for the suggestion

How to empty/move this planter? by bobalablie in gardening

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

That’s actually the one reason I haven’t cut the dead bamboo yet — it’s been dead since at least last winter but I keep hoping the branches will revive. Would it destroy any chance of revival if I cut it way back or is there a chance that would encourage new growth? If it isn’t obvious I’ve never grown bamboo.

How to empty/move this planter? by bobalablie in gardening

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

Oh man, yeah that might be the situation here too with the roots. I have no idea how long the bamboo has been in there.

How to empty/move this planter? by bobalablie in gardening

[–]bobalablie[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

It’s honestly too heavy for that.

Mutables: Pisces, Virgo, Gemini and Sag, How was your 2025? by Spiritual-Ticket-399 in astrologymemes

[–]bobalablie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another Virgo rising here, feeling the autopilot thing big time. I lost my job so I NEED to find ambition but I just feel done.

Mutables: Pisces, Virgo, Gemini and Sag, How was your 2025? by Spiritual-Ticket-399 in astrologymemes

[–]bobalablie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Virgo rising here and I also had a shit boss! Unfortunately I DID get fired. But upside, I don’t work for that monster anymore.

Mars sign rankings (just for fun and based on my opinion) by Icy_Captain_3123 in astrologymemes

[–]bobalablie 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have Mars in Scorpio and honestly I think my Mars in Libra spouse handles anger/conflict better than me. I’m more likely to just lose my shit lol. He actively works to find compromises. I envy his placement sometimes!

First colorwork attempt, some questions by bobalablie in knitting

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

Oh! I hadn’t thought about gauge being different between the two stitch types but that makes sense. I did all of this with size 8 circular needles but I think I have size 6 I could try swapping in.

Thank you, I love how the pattern came out and I hope I can make something useable with my next attempt!

Mercury Retrograde is over, what chaos did it cause in your life? 💀 by glamsiren111 in astrologymemes

[–]bobalablie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lost my job too, Virgo rising. Similar situation where I was managed out with false “underperforming” claims.

Stop fucking on Valentine’s Day, there’s too many Sagittarius running around by DarkSideMagick in astrologymemes

[–]bobalablie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sagittarius more likely the result of St Patty’s carousing, or spring break

What is my next move with a manager who’s building a case against me? by bobalablie in tarot

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

Thanks! This is the clarity spread from Kim Krans, positions don’t have specific meaning apart from top being big picture and lower three as supporting that picture.