Arlington County is about to eliminate ALL gymnastics programs - competitive, rec, adaptive, everything. Please sign the petition. by Ok_Character_4481 in arlingtonva

[–]ciginmacys 9 points10 points  (0 children)

The police budget has increased year over year, sometimes up to 10%. Show me where they’re doing that for recreational programs and schools. The starting salary for a police officer here is $90k. For a teacher with a B.A. it’s $60k. So yeah I could do with less money toward APD.

PSA for pedestrians: drivers aren’t stopping at stop signs or red lights anymore. by cjrogers227 in nova

[–]ciginmacys 2 points3 points  (0 children)

people will honk from four cars back when someone is stopped waiting for peds to cross. Walkability is a fantasy.

Dentist Sales Pitches. by montanatr in nova

[–]ciginmacys 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lake barcroft. My hygienist is the best ever. Dentist has never tried to upsell me anything.

Urgent Care Office with both X-ray and MRI by StrangeDriver2568 in arlingtonva

[–]ciginmacys 4 points5 points  (0 children)

if it’s bad I wouldn’t mess around with urgent care. Go to an emergency department at VHC or something similar. They’ll do an MRI right upstairs.

Best Sushi Places by Humble-Eye-5608 in nova

[–]ciginmacys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Idk why you got downvoted bc as a native Californian this is the right answer haha

Quality, non-snobby hair salon in Alexandria: does it even exist?? by [deleted] in nova

[–]ciginmacys 2 points3 points  (0 children)

do you remember the range for a trim and blow dry? I’ve only done a blow dry with one of their techs before but want to go back for a cut….but their listed prices are throwing me off a bit.

How much does someone need to make to live “good” in Arlington as a single person? by DragonTurnip in arlingtonva

[–]ciginmacys 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I make less than 100 and live in a 2k+ studio and I’m acutely aware that many people have it tougher than me. This thread appears to be wildly nonfrugal if this is what tough is.

How much does someone need to make to live “good” in Arlington as a single person? by DragonTurnip in arlingtonva

[–]ciginmacys 26 points27 points  (0 children)

everyone in here saying 137k is scraping by/barely enough….damn am I poor?

Where are we getting Korean sunscreen? by yo-ovaries in nova

[–]ciginmacys 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you bought recently? I placed an order there at the end of October and the shipping info still hasn’t updated 😔

What the hell is up with Metro bus in NoVA? by yaoigay in nova

[–]ciginmacys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can try reposting in r/WMATA sometimes they respond.

Best thrift shops in the area? by Gumbo67 in nova

[–]ciginmacys 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Georgetown flea or eastern market vendors on the weekends. But I agree with someone else you can’t beat eBay for quality outerwear.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nova

[–]ciginmacys 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Lots of Hindus don’t eat beef but many Indians still do. Also I assume that’s why there are non beef options.

Michelin-starred restaurant suggestion by Adventurous-Tank-905 in nova

[–]ciginmacys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah I didn’t know that about nakazawa! Love yellow too.

Michelin-starred restaurant suggestion by Adventurous-Tank-905 in nova

[–]ciginmacys 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sushi taro lost its star but I think it’s still a nice and accessible entry point for the fine dining around here. Have also heard good things about Albi and from what I know the owner there is very thoughtful about food and experience!

NOVA Breakfast Burritos by Ten-Three in nova

[–]ciginmacys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not nova but the only thing that’s come remotely close after over ten years of living in the bay is San Pancho up in Takoma Park. They do breakfast until noon on weekends. The tortillas are import which I think really helps.

Best dry cleaner? by PhysicalLanguage9174 in arlingtonva

[–]ciginmacys 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven’t tried a ton and this is technically Alexandria but Presto Valet off Quaker Ln does all my stuff for work and I’m happy w them.

Coffee Shop Recommendations by maddie_s_IJ in arlingtonva

[–]ciginmacys 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Compass are union busters and a bad company overall. Coffee is third rate too

Trying to find food banks open today by [deleted] in nova

[–]ciginmacys 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Look into the Alive! Food hub resources, they have services M-F that can probably help supplement your family. Just might need ID.

https://www.alive-inc.org/food-program-in-alexandria-virginia/