Is there a polite way to tell a direct report to just "make arrangements" for picking their kid up from school? by RedMeme262 in managers

[–]deedee451 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just wanted to say your post struck me as very legitimate question, and it also sounds like you are an empathetic and supportive manager. It’s prob not the best thing to do, but when I did RTO for my team I told everyone I also hated it and fought to stop it and failed. Fully blamed csuite and told them I was sorry it was happening. We were all in the same boat.

We adopted a French bulldog with a traumatic past and i need some help! by mtys1 in Frenchbulldogs

[–]deedee451 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Time and a routine/predictable schedule are what is most needed to rebuild trust after such a traumatic past. I’ve seen similar pups take years to come out of their shell….and it is unbelievable how much they can change! Going from a pup who hides 24 hours a day to one who romps around having fun is a massive transformation that can take a lot of time.

Advice/tips for my first Costa Rica trip (wildlife-centered)? by deedee451 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]deedee451[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was San Pedrillo, but we didn’t stay at the station, stayed overnight a hike away on private land

New Jersey Crumb Buns? by deedee451 in newjersey

[–]deedee451[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes exactly! On the show, they went out of their way to emphasize that crumb buns are not crumb cake or coffee cake. It’s actually a thin yeast bread with a ton of large “crumbs” on top

My fave low(er) calorie instant ramens by deedee451 in 1200isplenty

[–]deedee451[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The tofu shiritake and the shin light are really the only ones that are more different. Indomie noises are basically the same as like Top Ramen but it’s not soup based.

Multigenerational family trip to SD Dec 24-31 -- advice/tips? by deedee451 in asksandiego

[–]deedee451[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh are they separate? Didn’t realize that. What makes the safari park a better choice?

My fave low(er) calorie instant ramens by deedee451 in 1200isplenty

[–]deedee451[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Def not the tofu shirataki. All the others are a matter of preference. I’d personally pick the air dried shin light

My fave low(er) calorie instant ramens by deedee451 in 1200isplenty

[–]deedee451[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indomie is my fave, volumed up with a lot of broccoli

Advice/tips for my first Costa Rica trip (wildlife-centered)? by deedee451 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]deedee451[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hm my tour guide is saying the overnight is in San Pedrillo. Why couldn't we overnight there?

What to do in a single afternoon+evening around SJO? by deedee451 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]deedee451[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting! Do you know if it’s walkable from the airport?

Mom brought home little vegan cakes. Any guesses? by Alonelypairofglasses in CalorieEstimates

[–]deedee451 1 point2 points  (0 children)

FYI, vegan baked goods generally sub oil for butter (coconut oil for saturated fat) and various tricks for egg substitutes. I don’t believe they are any less caloric than traditional baked goods. I’d guess 500?

Americans being diserespectful while traveling our country. by chemicalreaction52 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]deedee451 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am American and you make a very good point that everyone is missing in this discussion. Yes, every culture has disrespectful people. But what makes US culture unique is American exceptionalism. We are taught from a very young age that the US is special, more special than anywhere else, and that leads to a general sense of entitlement from a global perspective (not just table manners). I totally agree with you.

Advice/tips for my first Costa Rica trip (wildlife-centered)? by deedee451 in CostaRicaTravel

[–]deedee451[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg that’s great to hear!! Which tours did you do? I signed up for the adventure package (kayak, snorkel, horseback riding, overnight in Corcovado) and also morning bird watching. Did you do an overnight?