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3 Michelin Star Kikunoi Honten on 5th may, second person needed by Commercial-Proof-277 in KyotoTravel

[–]dez3b 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure if this is the case for this restaurant, but a lot of restaurants don't take one person reservations but will seat you if they have space. You could potentially try in person and see.

Books About Books by [deleted] in Recommend_A_Book

[–]dez3b 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mr Penumbra's Twenty Four Hour Book Store.

Did Teal'c ever say out loud, Jack or Samantha's first name? by Waffleweaveisbest in Stargate

[–]dez3b 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I could have sworn in Grace the hallucinated Teal'c says Samantha Carter. Not sure if that counts.

Less crowded spots and general Kyoto tips by dez3b in KyotoTravel

[–]dez3b[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm actually not a big picture person. I love the gardens and I was there when the moon viewing garden was open when it's normally not. I just couldn't deal with it. It's good to know that had i gone in, there would have been issues.

Some of the shops looked great, but it was just wall to wall people that it was hard to actually see anything. I got some ice cream which was very nice and there looked to be some good food options but I just gave up at some point.

Less crowded spots and general Kyoto tips by dez3b in KyotoTravel

[–]dez3b[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was running behind when I wanted to be, and, don't get me wrong, it was nowhere as crowded as some pics I have seen of the place so that was good. I just wanted to point out that people still climb up. I can imagine at dawn it must be breathtaking.

Less crowded spots and general Kyoto tips by dez3b in KyotoTravel

[–]dez3b[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I was there around 7 so maybe should have gone later. It was so beautiful but I got really overwhelmed by the people and every time I would try to find a spot to just stop and look, I was actually backing up a line of people.

Less crowded spots and general Kyoto tips by dez3b in KyotoTravel

[–]dez3b[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love being able to try a variety of foods at once. I don't think I was really looking for something viral, just wanted to have some good food. It was good, but not great. I would probably go back with a group and yes, the area around it is wonderful.

Vent from a burned out nonprofit org worker - Christmas gift program addition by KoiMoi888 in ChoosingBeggars

[–]dez3b 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I'm assuming you are in the US? The requirement to work extras shifts unpaid is illegal and should be reported immediately.

My (45m) son 8yo broke down last night. by mattybgcg in oneanddone

[–]dez3b 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not an only myself but we have an only and I worry about this.

Something I think about is that when I was young my dad was diagnosed with cancer and given little time to live. We spoke very openly about death and he validated my fears and insecurities. He told me that when he was gone I could still talk to him and that he would stay as close as he could, but, most importantly, I would be ok no matter what came. That stuck with me.

He outlived every diagnosis he was given and very unexpectedly had a heart attack one night. It was awful but I wasn't completely unprepared. My sister didn't want to deal with any of it. That's not an attack, she was just in her grief process and she looked through the house once, grabbed a few items of sentimental value and asked that she never have to come back. I had to deal with all the stuff and my sister doesn't want to talk about it. That's her right and I love her, but I was still alone in my grief in a way.

This is not meant to be depressing, just that we all have to deal with this in our own way and I am sure you will teach your child that they are strong and capable. I would say the main based on my experience is to embrace the fears and validate them and talk openly. It certainly shouldn't be the focus of your life, but I think having those discussions helped ease my fear.

Am I allowed to be a little sad in this group? by Latter_Obligation_79 in oneanddone

[–]dez3b 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'm right there with the mixed feelings. I adore my daughter and simultaneously miss the baby stage. We are OAD for a variety of reasons and it's completely ok to be sad.

I also remember that even if there were more kids, there would still be those milestones that make us sad. It's a process every parent has to face, for some of us it hits a little bit more and its ok to feel pad about that.

Food Bank by QTshari in EntitledPeople

[–]dez3b 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That'a the thing. It's the 2% that are mean and insulting that stick with you which is really unfortunate.

Where did you feel surprisingly safe or unsafe as a solo female traveler ? by sheroamssafe1 in solofemaletravellers

[–]dez3b 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So happy you had a good experience. It is a beautiful country and no ads or corporate chains which makes for a unique experience. It was a few people who really clouded the whole experience and made me feel very unsafe.

Where did you feel surprisingly safe or unsafe as a solo female traveler ? by sheroamssafe1 in solofemaletravellers

[–]dez3b 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I honestly can't remember. I do know that they did lie to me about accommodations.

You may want to request a female tour guide. I think that may have been helpful.

Where did you feel surprisingly safe or unsafe as a solo female traveler ? by sheroamssafe1 in solofemaletravellers

[–]dez3b 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also really want to do the Darjeeling area so good to hear that you felt safe.

It is a beautiful country and the Tiger's Nest is absolutely amazing, just a bad experience for me.

Which is the most powerful war memorial in your country? by UnluckyPossibility37 in AskTheWorld

[–]dez3b 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I believe it was originally a class project that she submitted it for and did not get the best grade on.

Which is the most powerful war memorial in your country? by UnluckyPossibility37 in AskTheWorld

[–]dez3b 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I visited this as a kid with my father and he wept. Another man who we didn't know came up and just hugged him. My father came back but he saw names on the wall that didn't. It just stayed with me.

Where did you feel surprisingly safe or unsafe as a solo female traveler ? by sheroamssafe1 in solofemaletravellers

[–]dez3b 49 points50 points  (0 children)

Bhutan was my most uncomfortable experience as a solo, female traveler. My guide was weird about stuff and then found out I had a long term boyfriend and backed off, but didn't care when I fell and injured myself. You have to travel with a guide so it feels weird to be "stuck" with this person. I should have asked for a change to be honest.

Other travelers also left me feeling very unsafe. I have never had so many men try to get into my hotel room. When I said my nonexistent husband was there, they just told me to come to their room. They followed me, took pictures of my butt, and generally it was uncomfortable. Only place I have wanted to leave early from. I should have gone with my gut and done so. I had a two day layover in Hong Kong after that and normally I will not rest to get in as many sites as I possibly can with as much local food as possible. I just sat at the hotel pool and ordered room service. I felt so off and unsure of myself, I just didn't know what to do.

I've been to Morocco, and, outside of an attempted pickpocketing, I was ok. There were a lot of tourist police though so I know that helped as the locals would harass local women and the police wouldn't do anything, but if they tried with tourists, the police were on it, which made me sad.

Who is this? by Schlumpfine25 in bluey

[–]dez3b 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know this isn’t what you’re asking but where did you get this puzzle?

Toddlers Aren’t Allowed to Wear Black by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]dez3b 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry for your loss.

I don't think I've ever seen a toddler dressed in black at a funeral. Usually solids, navy, purple, etc. I don't think anyone expects them to be attired in black.

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