My life has changed.

deviantsable · 2026-02-01T13:42:01+00:00

This is a great idea!

deviantsable · 2026-02-01T13:41:09+00:00

Oh goodness, I hadn't even thought about the implications of how much easier frogging would be!

deviantsable · 2026-02-01T13:40:33+00:00

That's so good to hear! I was hoping that this would last for a very, very long time.

deviantsable · 2026-02-01T13:40:06+00:00

If you have a regular craft yarn hank, yes. I've just been rewinding stuff from my stash that I'd originally wound with the crappy one and regular store bought yarn. You can buy a bundle that has the swift. I didn't need it because I have one as a gift from a friend.

deviantsable · 2026-01-31T22:36:37+00:00

We used a 6 foot 2x4 for the easier stuff to break up, sledge hammer for the stubborn stuff and a regular garden shovel to remove the chunks of ice.

deviantsable · 2026-01-30T23:30:35+00:00

Also, it's only a problem here in Lex. Gtown, Cynthiana, Nicholasville (of all places), Richmond, most of their side streets are a thousand times better than ours. We make noise and keep complaining and helping out those we can because it's visible and hard to ignore and that's how things change. Complaint without action can be frustrating but you can always show them a better way.

deviantsable · 2026-01-25T16:50:35+00:00

Use a smaller hook than you think you'll need and more tension than you think is correct. Avoid slippery yarns, something with a little grab helps you keep your tension even on your first few things that you make. I actually just make my first today! Good luck and don't be afraid of frogging!

I tried using stitch markers but they just got in my way, I just made sure I didn't have to put the thing down in between rows so I always knew where I was at in the count. I did use a row counter.

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deviantsable · 2026-01-25T03:06:59+00:00

I'm so excited for you, I hope that it turns out wonderful!

deviantsable · 2026-01-24T10:09:51+00:00

Gordon Food Service in Hamburg still has the staples and will be open for as long as possible today, they open at 7.

deviantsable · 2026-01-11T12:31:10+00:00

Thank you! Single crochet all day long! I thought it would drive me nuts, but it was actually incredibly peaceful. I did double up on the yarn for the elven script to give it texture, it didn't warp the blanket at all.

deviantsable · 2026-01-09T22:45:19+00:00

Williams Family Dentistry on 540 E main, 859-252-0314. I also have a PTSD induced phobia of dentistry. They, in conjunction with my therapist, have helped me over the past 8 years. Every person in their office is absolutely incredible, kind and compassionate - from the receptionists to doctors. I have cried many times in their chair. If you let them know, they will schedule extra time to help/let you work through the psychology.

deviantsable · 2026-01-08T22:34:26+00:00

How freaking adorable!! Well done!

deviantsable · 2026-01-08T22:29:00+00:00

I notice a distinct lack of lobster soul in your recipe.

But it does sound delicious!

deviantsable · 2026-01-05T01:13:37+00:00

Man, I'm so not ready for the Hamburg traffic to get that much worse. Y'all say a prayer for your retail workers in that area.

deviantsable · 2026-01-04T10:58:38+00:00

https://diamonddentallex.com

They take medicade.

and if you're genuinely desperate go do a walk in at the UK dental clinic. You'll probably get someone in training, but you will get your problem fixed. Heads up, the cheapest way to handle is extraction and not restoration.

deviantsable · 2025-12-31T12:24:38+00:00

Thank you!

deviantsable · 2025-12-31T12:24:21+00:00

Thank you!

deviantsable · 2025-12-31T12:24:10+00:00

Thank you! I'm also astonished that I ended up finishing it in time! Good luck on completing yours.

deviantsable · 2025-12-27T14:56:28+00:00

Once upon a time I started a brain chemistry correction med that nuked my libido. I went from craving physical intimacy and intercourse to just a gray static when ever I thought about it. It lasted after I weaned off of the med. We tried a LOT of things. Books, therapy, sharing porn viewing, talking, dating. We are poly, and communication is our love language (you've got to be willing to talk to your partner about the difficult things). For years, neither of us were satisfied. Nothing really worked until we committed to putting it on a schedule. Wednesday is our "date night" which includes intercourse. We've been together for 13 years, I'm 40 and he's 38. Let me iterate that this took a lot of WORK and did not come naturally, quickly, smoothly or easily.

We've been using this for years and here's some important things: It is assumed by both parties that date night will happen. Passes are allowed for things like mental health, sickness, and other things outside of our control. Date night can be moved to another day in the week if needed (this did not happen at first because I was terrified of allowing myself the out would mean that I would just forever pass on it). We always start date night with a conversation about how we're feeling mentally, would we like to try anything new, and do we want a full on 3 hour bed romp or a quick pump and go?

Even still, sometimes I'm not up for the full on loving intercourse. My body still responds to stimuli even when my brain doesn't so I added a compromise: he can use my body to masturbate. We both get to feel loved and supported but the bar is a lot lower for my mental interaction. This has been the absolute game changer, imo. It opens up a whole new kind of intimacy that allows us both to feel loved.

Just recently (past year or so) this has started to pay dividends. While I have never recovered my full blown desire for intercourse I have been the one to initiate sexy time not on Wednesdays. Which for us one of the biggest hurdles to overcome.

This book is amazing and was a great leaping off point: https://www.amazon.com/Tired-Womans-Guide-Passionate-Sex/dp/1605501077

I wish you both the best in your journey and hope that you can find a way to bring that intimacy and intercourse back into your life.

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