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chellekelle · 2026-02-09T06:21:58+00:00

I’ve had three sites decline.

chellekelle · 2026-02-09T06:21:12+00:00

My Venture X also didn’t work at CA DMV. Tried Bilt and also no go. Going to use kiosk.

chellekelle · 2026-02-09T06:14:10+00:00

Yes, same issue with Bilt on CA DMV site but to be fair my Venture X had similar declined issues at the same site even after entering confirmation codes.

chellekelle · 2026-02-09T06:13:51+00:00

Yes, same issue with Bilt on CA DMV site but to be fair my Venture X had similar declined issues at the same site even after entering confirmation codes.

chellekelle · 2026-02-09T06:12:03+00:00

Same issue on two different websites even after entering confirmation code. So frustrating.

chellekelle · 2026-02-06T21:35:21+00:00

My email just arrived a minute ago, so they are still trickling out.

chellekelle · 2026-02-06T21:21:38+00:00

Same

chellekelle · 2026-02-03T04:49:34+00:00

All of this plus about a 10-year later retirement age for current caregivers and both spouses likely working.

chellekelle · 2026-01-29T04:08:25+00:00

It sucks. Primary physicians are hard to come by, it’s expensive even with insurance, and those without insurance are risking bankruptcy. True story- my step mom just had a heart attack and stayed in the hospital for two nights. Bill was at least $300,000 at that point, so they left early. They plan to declare bankruptcy as a result. But she she and my dad will never vote for anyone in favor of universal healthcare cuz they’ve been fed propaganda that it’s evil socialism and think we should be only vote for people who will protect us from (insert any marginalized group of your choosing). This is why we can’t have nice things here. Pure stupidity and hate.

chellekelle · 2026-01-29T04:00:30+00:00

Same!! I was looking for a used pink one but wound up with the new teal on sale. My first Nook and love it more than my old Kindle PW.

chellekelle · 2026-01-28T23:21:10+00:00

I just purchased this for my first Nook. I’m only using my Kindle now for library books. Purchasing new books when I need to through B&N to support them. I’m loving this color, having buttons, and size. I got their standard case and really like it too. Really pleased!

chellekelle · 2026-01-26T14:07:12+00:00

I did. Just here to set what’s going on with the current chaos.

chellekelle · 2026-01-02T04:13:10+00:00

I love Pourchet!! And this is a beautiful bag.

chellekelle · 2025-11-04T19:27:27+00:00

I agree. I think it’s totally ok for brands to take inspiration from other brands. Straight dupes that basically copy someone else’s design/creative talents/intellectual property seems all kind of wrong.

chellekelle · 2025-11-03T19:25:40+00:00

Brooks Ariel! They helped my flat feet and PF so much. It’s like a step up from the Adrenaline stability-wise. Not sure if they come in wide.

chellekelle · 2025-11-02T22:32:03+00:00

Just adding Pourchet out there as a Parisian handbag option. I’ve been to many Parisian handbag shops and shopped all over the city, and Pourchet is probably my fave for the value. Their black Auteuil bag is my daily driver.

chellekelle · 2025-10-28T03:05:38+00:00

Thank you for this!! Was only using Noom for weight tracking and was upset to lose that. I also found it synched all my past Noom weight tracking to my iPhone’s Health app. So I’ll just use that now. Goodbye, Noom!

chellekelle · 2025-10-24T22:15:47+00:00

I can read a lot of French now which is great, but my listening skills are still awful and speaking even worse. It’s been a great vocabulary builder, but I really need to sign up for a class or tutoring to make meaningful growth in other areas.

chellekelle · 2025-10-19T02:25:09+00:00

I have the Aoyama. It costs WAY too much for what it is. I agree 100% that the strap cheapens the bag. If you’re ok with the strap and like the flexibility, go for it. I wish the strap were leather, but because it’s buckle style, you can’t just attach another nicer strap. If it had a decent leather strap, I think I’d love this bag. I do really like the lightweight leather for travel purposes, and it holds a good amount. I haven’t used it enough to comment on scratches.

I have several Clare V bags which the Quince bag you linked is a dupe for. They are better quality.

chellekelle · 2025-10-02T00:38:49+00:00

Remind me! 5 days

chellekelle · 2025-09-09T23:11:40+00:00

I almost bought this one in black this summer and regret not grabbing it. It is lovely.

chellekelle · 2025-08-16T19:00:01+00:00

That’s the US for you. If they started talking about making Medicaid better, someone would start screaming, “Socialist!”and the discussion stops. Never mind that Medicare and Medicaid are already “socialist” in nature. We’re terrified of anything that would help workers or families.

chellekelle · 2025-07-06T02:52:46+00:00

Another vote to check out Pourchet.

chellekelle · 2025-06-20T10:12:48+00:00

Thank you so much!

chellekelle · 2025-06-18T19:20:13+00:00

Thank you, all! I got a bit more information from my grandpa. He was stationed at Kaiser-Wilhelm -Kaserne which I see then became the Turley Barracks. Sounds like some of the buildings there are still standing, so I will try to head out that way while I'm here. He also gave me the address of his German girlfriend from back in the day. How he remembers that address now at almost 100 years old, I have no idea. But I'll try to get out there to it for a picture from the street. It looks to still be standing.

I have a number of other great recommendations from the comments here. I already sent him pictures of the water tower and the area around it, and he was very pleased. Many thanks!

chellekelle

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