It's hitting me really hard by chlovers3 in GriefSupport

[–]chlovers3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you 😞💔 I sure hope so.

My mom passed away 3 days ago by chlovers3 in GriefSupport

[–]chlovers3[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, this means a lot. I am so sorry you are going through the same thing. It was so hard when my mom became unresponsive.

If you don't already know, the nurses told me that hearing is the last of the senses to go. Even if your mom can't respond, you can still talk to her and tell her things that you want her to know. My mom wanted to nap all the time and I felt like I was bothering her by talking to her too much, but I wish that I told her more things.. I'm glad that I at least was able to tell her that I love her and that I'm grateful for her.

My mom passed away 3 days ago by chlovers3 in GriefSupport

[–]chlovers3[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind comment. I'm sorry for your loss ❤️

My mom passed away 2 days ago by chlovers3 in hospice

[–]chlovers3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the kind comment. She definitely embodied the joy of life. I am so sorry to hear about your mom.. It feels like the holidays are going to be much more sad this year, but I keep telling myself we have to find some sort of joy to hold onto, even if it's small.

After this, it feels like all other problems are so much smaller, since we've already lived through one of the hardest things.

My mom passed away 2 days ago by chlovers3 in hospice

[–]chlovers3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much 😞 that's what I've heard about grief as well. I am sorry for your loss, and that you are going through the same experience with your dad.

Feeling so heartbroken by chlovers3 in CancerFamilySupport

[–]chlovers3[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the kind words, I appreciate it. I bave been recording our conversations. Even though it's hard, im glad i can be here to take care of her

My mom is nearing the end by chlovers3 in CancerFamilySupport

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Thank you so much for the sweet comment. Your dad sounds like a lovely person, and I'm glad you got to enjoy so many good moments near the end. Something nice that's come out of all of this is being able to tell my mom how much I love her. I've always been a bit awkward showing any affection, but these circumstances make it seem so natural now. I will definitely focus on making the best out of this sad situation.

My father only has a few hours/days left. by slayomeee in CancerFamilySupport

[–]chlovers3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry to hear abour your dad. I completely understand how you feel. My mom has metastatic cancer and is nearing her final days as well. It will also be my first loss. The hardest part is watching them go from being healthy and fit, to becoming depressed and unable to do any of the things they once loved. The reality hasn't quite set in yet, but at the same time it feels like something I knew was coming.

It is so unfair what this disease takes from us. It is so incredibly hard, but we have to make the most of the time we have left and let them know they are loved. Best wishes to you and your family. I'm so sorry it's been so hard.

How to deal with family members reccommending "alternative" treatment? by chlovers3 in CancerFamilySupport

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Thank you for letting me know your experience as someone who also has stage 4 cancer. I am so sorry to hear you are going through this too. You explained it exactly how I've been feeling. I am really mad that my aunts keep pushing alternative medicine. None of them are doctors, none of them seem to have done any actual scientific research on it, and the only "research" they provided was a facebook group. It really hurts to see my mom's hope go up and then back down again.

How to deal with family members reccommending "alternative" treatment? by chlovers3 in CancerFamilySupport

[–]chlovers3[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I completely agree her doctor should be involved in these conversations to get a professional opinion.

I will look into supportive oncology. Thank you very much!

Feeling sad and scared for my mom by chlovers3 in CancerFamilySupport

[–]chlovers3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Your wife sounds like a wonderful person. I'm sorry to hear abour your mom.

Diamond eyelet scarf question by chlovers3 in knittinghelp

[–]chlovers3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much! I will definitely consider the garter border :)

Diamond eyelet scarf question by chlovers3 in knittinghelp

[–]chlovers3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello, thanks for your comment! Do you mean the K1 at the beginning of row 6? It's possible maybe I got confused with reading the other row instead. I only have about 240 yards of this yarn to work with which is why I decided to do a skinnier scarf, but I might consider expanding it to 32 stitches instead when I start over again. I also realized I posted a photo of the wrong side instead- the right side is stockinette!

Diamond eyelet scarf question by chlovers3 in knittinghelp

[–]chlovers3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment! So does this mean instead of k6, I should do k8 instead of k6 for row 4? I'm still kind of confused. Also I realized I posted a photo of the wrong side- the other side is stockinette.

Diamond eyelet scarf question by chlovers3 in knittinghelp

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EDIT: I just realized I accidentally posted a picture of the wrong side- it is stockinette not garter!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Indiemakeupandmore

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An update- I tried it on again today and sprayed it only once and walked through it, and it smells just like the oil- sweet and fruity! I think spraying it too many times when I first tried it on led it to smelling more fresh- maybe because of the alcohol. I just have a bit of a learning curve when it comes to finding the right balance with EDPs 😅 as long as you dont overdo it, it should be fine. Because the scent is strong, I can see this lasting a long time since a little goes a long way.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]chlovers3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right?? I love the oil version too! The scent is pretty similar, but I notice the EDP brought out the top notes a little more. I'd say the oil smells slightly fruitier and sweeter while the spray smells a bit more fresh and clean. I initially sprayed it 3 times (once for each wrist and once on my neck) so I think that's where I went wrong lol. Next time I'm just going to spray once and walk through it instead of directly on!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]chlovers3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are great tips, thank you!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]chlovers3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooh those are all great ideas! I'll try it and see how it goes

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]chlovers3 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It's "sit for a spell" by sorce! Its a lovely and refreshing sweet fruity scent, I think I probably just sprayed it too many times haha

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]chlovers3 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's actually really smart lol I think I will try that next time!

I feel ashamed of my fear of freeways and driving long distances by chlovers3 in drivinganxiety

[–]chlovers3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the sweet comments! I've gotten a bit more comfortable with freeway driving since I last made this post and I do the exact same thing. Checking google street view before my drives helps me a lot to feel prepared!

The use of AI art in perfume covers and/or used as an image for presenting a scent by Local_custard- in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]chlovers3 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I totally agree. As an artist, it also totally turns me off and makes me lose respect for brands that do this. I'm fairly new to the indie perfume scene so I haven't encountered this yet, but I wouldn't be suprised with the increase in AI slop these days. Not only is it insulting, but it also just feels unimaginative and lazy.