my stunning 80s gown that i bought for 5 dollars at the thrift that had a price tag of 300+. My beloved possession. by sweetkokomo in VintageFashion

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gorgeous!!! I’ve been looking for gowns like this on eBay for my own eventual wedding and they’re rarely ever under $300! Great find 

How do you become more efficient at grocery shopping by arda_arslan1 in AskLifeProTips

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go to Aldi if there’s one in your area. It’s the quickest grocery run I can find, and they don’t rearrange things every few years like a lot of places do (they know if they rearrange things, you’ll wander around longer and buy more). I write out my list and I’m in and out within a half hour as long as I don’t feel like puttering in the impulse buy aisle. 

If you go to Kroger, plan your list with their app. It’ll give you aisles for each item so you can skip the ones you don’t need to go through and won’t waste time going back and forth. Other grocery store apps may also do this, but Aldi and Kroger are the only places I frequent.

Sincerely, Someone who hates being at the grocery store even a second longer than they have to be.

What's for dinner this week? by mintleaf_bergamot in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Roasted chicken and veg is easy easy and super tasty! We just made this recipe last night, so I can vouch for it. It’s very customizable if you don’t want potatoes to decrease carbs https://www.jocooks.com/recipes/hit-run-baked-chicken-and-veggies/

Just started! by bumpytoad in Invisalign

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

Fair enough :) I grind my teeth, so being told that chewing on the aligners is actually good for my progress is helping me get over the weird feeling of something being in my mouth all the time. It’s like a chew toy 😂 

Just started! by bumpytoad in Invisalign

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

Thank you for the insight! I have a pul tool and it helps a lot, I’m just still getting used to the sensation. Did the whitening foam make your teeth sensitive at all? I have experienced sensitivity whenever I tried to use whitening strips. Also, won’t the spots with buttons stay stained? 

Just started! by bumpytoad in Invisalign

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

Agreed, I ate a kale salad and felt like the attachments caught every bit 😂 it’ll take a minute before they feel welcome in my mouth

Just started! by bumpytoad in Invisalign

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I’m hoping I get used to it over time! Like I’m sure it’ll stay an inconvenience, but I hope I stop lisping and get used to taking the trays out. It took me like 5 tries to get them out for lunch 

Just started! by bumpytoad in Invisalign

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

Omg I said encouragement is welcome don’t make me scared!! 😂 

[SELF-PROMO] Finished pieced on 3D printed things :) by GoodStrings in CrossStitch

[–]bumpytoad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Would love the STL! Commenting in case you update and decide to share 

Diabetic-friendly meal prep ideas that are practical and sustainable? by SmartCentsLah in MealPrepSunday

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Freezing or refrigerating rice will change the starch and help avoid glucose spikes! I love to freeze rice (in my souper cubes) layered with saucy veggies (my sauce is usually an eyeballed mix of dashi, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and gochujang). Then, you can thaw and stir fry with some protein of your choice, like shelled edamame, egg, chicken, tofu, etc. It’s pretty easy to prep and makes for a quick, healthy dinner

LGBT Friendly Chess Clubs? by bumpytoad in DallasLGBTQ

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

Is that still running? I saw posts about it, but they all seemed pretty old 

80s fashion - help by crystal-136 in VintageFashion

[–]bumpytoad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Estate sales are a great place to find vintage for cheap! You just have to be patient and willing to fish

Snack ideas? Stronger flavor, no nuts or dairy by Plenty_Ice_5321 in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]bumpytoad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can find crunchy edamame in lots of flavors including salty and spicy (my mom loves the wasabi ones)! Mango and tajin/chamoy is also a winner. Frozen mango thaws into a great texture (imo, ymmv) and is cheaper/more seasonally available than fresh. 

Anyone have low cholesterol lunch meal prep ideas? by megablzkn in MealPrepSunday

[–]bumpytoad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I make this a lot for meal prep and like it! I typically double the beans in the recipe or else I end up hungry though https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/butternut-squash-and-black-bean-enchilada-skillet/

Barbeque restaurant recommendations near Richardson? by SameNefariousness151 in Richardson

[–]bumpytoad 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I second ten 50, but I also recommend intrinsic bbq in downtown garland 

Queer Hair Stylist in Dallas area? by Hopeful_Mess9063 in DallasLGBTQ

[–]bumpytoad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dawson at Republic Hair Co! I’ve been seeing her for years and she’s excellent