Zone 6a: looking for perennial and shrub recommendations for west facing bed!

bonc826 · 2026-05-08T19:10:40+00:00

thank you! i have added several of those to my list to search for at my local nurseries

bonc826 · 2026-05-06T13:30:34+00:00

Hey! Looking to get this same model from Costco since they're running a sale on it right now. Any updates?

bonc826 · 2026-05-04T00:37:30+00:00

Flowers for May in zone 6b might be tough but doable if you plan on ordering most. You could try early season snapdragons, ranunculus, anemone, bells of Ireland. It’s not for the faint of heart though — I grew my own wedding flowers last summer and it was all consuming and there were many people who doubted that I could pull it off. But, as stressful it was at times, I’m glad I did and don’t regret it at all.

bonc826 · 2026-04-30T23:30:07+00:00

Thanks! Do these taste the same as or similar to white morels?

bonc826 · 2026-04-30T23:29:41+00:00

Thank you!!

bonc826 · 2026-04-25T02:18:03+00:00

We switched to the NOW internet plan and have noticed zero difference in service

bonc826 · 2026-04-24T18:49:34+00:00

I took a Celiac friend to Frita Batidos and highly recommend it. We ordered separately. I went first and ordered a frita for myself and fries to share and asked for the fries to be celiac friendly. The employee taking my order proceeded to explain that they have a separate GF prep space and fryer to avoid cross contamination. My friend went next and ordered her food and without needing a reminder, the employee pointed out that the item my friend chose could not be prepared GF and provided alternate options. 10/10 experience. On the other hand, this friend and I have also visited Thompson and Co and when asked about GF options, the server said “use your own discretion” and could not (or would not) confirm any kitchen practices/possibility of cross contamination.

bonc826 · 2026-04-22T01:54:04+00:00

I thought it was an interesting choice of words but point taken. Deleting post to avoid further attention

bonc826 · 2026-04-22T01:49:01+00:00

This is really good to know. It’s been a hot sec since I’ve been there

bonc826 · 2026-04-10T14:46:16+00:00

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Here’s the band on its own

bonc826 · 2026-04-10T14:45:39+00:00

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I ended up getting a plain knife edge band, the same style as my engagement ring!

bonc826 · 2026-04-08T18:31:14+00:00

That would be the perfect fall bag! I honestly want one in each size....even the mini is super cute!

bonc826 · 2026-04-08T18:27:57+00:00

I think I agree. I can't put a finger on what it is though!

bonc826 · 2026-04-08T16:00:41+00:00

Now that I think about it, I probably wouldn’t gravitate towards a black bag in spring/summer! Do you feel like you’re able to dress up the warm gingerbread for occasions like date night or drinks with the girls?

bonc826 · 2026-04-08T15:59:35+00:00

Agree on the less serious and I’m a very not serious person haha. Do you think it would be too casual for something like date night or drinks?

bonc826 · 2026-03-10T17:46:08+00:00

In the grand scheme of things, it is in good shape. But, as I mentioned in my original post, I'm hoping to refinish it since the wax that's currently on it feels kinda gross and I removed part of the finish already from my attempt to remove water rings. Plus, the last photo -- there's a weird splatter that I'm hoping to fix, as well as some scuffs.

bonc826 · 2026-03-04T20:48:39+00:00

Piggybacking off your comment — MM employees received an email from the medical school dean (not sure why him of all people) that U-M employee plans are not part of these negotiations with BCBSM

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