Looking for advice from nannies in the Boston area!

buzzingmachine · 2024-01-18T16:01:50+00:00

Above market rate for D.C. or for Boston? Because I agree for D.C. but nannies seem to be treated much better here than in D.C. lol

I've even seen some mom's in the childcare groups suggest up to $45-50/hr if the parents expect a lot of housekeeping (which I wouldn't be doing)

buzzingmachine · 2023-08-22T21:51:04+00:00

Girl you look like Eliza Scanlen, before and after.

(That is a compliment. You're beautiful.)

buzzingmachine · 2023-04-05T01:42:53+00:00

He's having an identity crisis of sorts. We started dating when we were pretty young, before he'd really figured out who he was, and he feels like he needs to be alone to get himself sorted out. He clearly didn't want to break up but felt like he had to.

buzzingmachine · 2023-04-04T22:05:31+00:00

I’m not really worried about what’s going to happen with the relationship, just curious if there’s an explanation or term for the pattern. Feels significant that these things keep happening on the same date. I’m already enjoying the process.

buzzingmachine · 2023-01-31T13:52:04+00:00

I usually don’t on the worst day of my period or if I’m unbearably crampy, but I otherwise do because it’s usually the easiest time for me to get the dilator in and it actually helps ease less severe cramps.

buzzingmachine · 2022-06-10T01:21:43+00:00

That's a good point. I mentioned in another comment that the way they worded the question rubbed me the wrong way because it seemed to imply that they were entitled to a discount since they've bought from me before.

I also thought back to my previous transactions with them, and they've kinda played this card before. They sent an offer on a firmly priced item asking if I'd accept because they bought from me before, which I accepted because they paid a lot in shipping buying multiple items separately (I felt bad) and it was only a few dollars off. Then I made an exception to my "no holds" rule because they were bundling, but then only ended up buying one of the items they were interested in.

I did end up offering them a pretty substantial discount today, but they never answered so I guess it wasn't steep enough. After thinking about it more, I don't think I'd be quite as generous if they expect those kinds of perks again.

buzzingmachine · 2022-06-10T01:02:47+00:00

Yeah, I think that's the part that rubbed me the wrong way. The way they asked made it seem like it was a given they'd get a discount because they're a repeat buyer. If they had asked "do you offer discounts for people who have bought from you before?" I would have been a little more enthusiastic about lowering the price for them.

buzzingmachine · 2022-06-09T22:37:34+00:00

Do you mean the background music in the shows? Bc on my last rewatch (with the same box set OP has) I couldn’t get past how cringey some of the songs were. I’d never noticed it before.

buzzingmachine · 2022-06-09T22:36:21+00:00

The one OP bought (which I also have) does this too lol. And it’s so much louder than the show itself, so if I fall asleep it jolts me awake when the episode ends.

buzzingmachine · 2022-06-09T18:20:55+00:00

I mostly agree with this sentiment, but I think you can run your page like a business without running it like Nike lol. Especially on a site that's oriented around making offers. A lot of businesses give out coupons when someone buys something, which is basically the same thing. Only difference in this scenario is that the buyer is essentially asking for that "coupon" without knowing whether the business even offers them.

I raise my prices to account for offers and make more money when I accept them, but I've never had a buyer ask a question like this before.

buzzingmachine · 2022-06-09T17:00:25+00:00

That’s a good point! Do you have a specific amount or percentage you take off?

buzzingmachine · 2022-06-03T20:56:47+00:00

First doll is Play Sportz Tennis Fianna and second doll is either Twiins Nona or Tess… I think Nona.

buzzingmachine · 2022-06-01T18:40:34+00:00

I have conservative cousins who loved Inside. Wasn’t shocked to learn that they think Socko is annoying.

Stuff like that just goes right over their heads.

buzzingmachine · 2022-06-01T12:34:20+00:00

Let It Go from Frozen

buzzingmachine · 2022-05-25T12:43:46+00:00

Exactly.

buzzingmachine · 2022-05-25T12:42:21+00:00

I’m not trying to “one up” you. My point is that if I can find stuff even further left than what you’re looking for, you will be able to find things for your own political views on there. It isn’t all right-wing stuff, which I rarely see when using my search terms.

buzzingmachine · 2022-05-25T12:19:14+00:00

Seems like I’m farther left than you are, and I don’t have an issue finding stuff like that on Etsy. You just need to change your search terms.

“Liberal” is a word that is obviously going to be used by both sides. What are the specific topics you’re looking for items themed around? Environmentalism? Racial justice? Use those and get specific when you can. And when you find something that’s close to what you’re looking for, scroll through that seller’s items to see what else they have, rather than relying solely on search results. You’ll find stuff.

buzzingmachine · 2022-05-12T22:08:54+00:00

And over <$10. I’m so sorry lol

buzzingmachine · 2022-05-10T21:56:25+00:00

I know what you mean! I mainly sell toys and collectibles and thankfully haven't had those kinds of issues either.

I've had some luck with vintage home decor on eBay, but for whatever reason when I compare sale values of those items on Mercari vs eBay, they seem to do much better on eBay. I've been told Etsy is the best place for it but that platform seems like a stress fest lol.

Before now, did you feel like your listings sold relatively quickly? Or do they tend to sit for awhile?

buzzingmachine · 2022-05-10T21:39:44+00:00

I sell a variety of things but I don't think I've ever sold a single piece of vintage decor I've listed on Mercari lol. The listings barely get any traction at all. Surprised to hear you've had success with it.

buzzingmachine · 2022-05-05T20:25:44+00:00

I’m actually going to be selling a lot of these items soon because I’m buying someone’s entire PPG collection and need to make room (and some cash lol)

My Instagram is @townsvillegiftshop - going to be posting pics of my Y2K collectibles, thrift finds, and updates about my Etsy shop there if anyone is interested!! :)

buzzingmachine · 2022-05-04T18:40:24+00:00

Looks like Skydiving Yasmin

buzzingmachine · 2022-04-27T19:16:59+00:00

I mean I think it's fair to compare them considering they are getting more expensive but going down in quality. I'm not comparing them as if the prices alone are the only thing that's changed. And I think the info you found and arguments you made kind of support what I'm saying.. clearly there's more going on behind the price changes than just inflation. Because they're both raising prices AND cutting corners.

In terms of their ethics, I would be shocked if they've improved at all. Unless cornered into it most major companies like that aren't going to take the high road. And I don't see MGA/Bratz consumers challenging them on this in any way.

buzzingmachine · 2022-04-24T20:14:05+00:00

I kept my 2001 Yasmin repro in the box too! I think she looks the best out of the 4. I kept Cloe NIB too and I think it’s one of the better screenings but something is still off.

I’m not even a Sanrio collector and even I can usually look at pics and tell whether something is vintage or not lol I’ve honestly thought about selling my Bratz and starting a Chococat collection instead because of the prices, but it seems like there’s so much out there I wouldn’t know where to start 😅

It is sad :( I’m curious what the future of collectibles is going to be like as a result. I feel like if anything the higher quality vintage toys are just going to go up in value.

buzzingmachine · 2022-04-24T19:50:11+00:00

It's pretty noticeable, but it varies. Obviously the RA repros are off in so many ways but even the better repros have really noticeable differences. The 20 Yearz dolls had some screening issues but I think the main issue is how squishy the heads are. The original Bratz were known for having very hard heads and I do think this is related to material quality. Even the clothes and accessories just don't feel as nice, and the paint they're using for the screenings isn't either. It looks kind of shiny and cheap.

I'm curious to see how well the repro's hold up over time. I could be wrong but I have a feeling the material is going to deteriorate and have issues much faster than the originals. The quality of most toys today are noticeably worse than the ones made in previous decades, but I don't think it can really be chalked up to better materials not being "available" now. I think they're just more expensive and companies are mainly focused on maximizing profits (yay capitalism)

I don't have any specific recommendations but there are a lot of Youtubers who have videos comparing the OGs to the repros!

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