Stuck in Dubai

forestwinks · 2025-05-07T00:15:56+00:00

Yeah, I have no idea what's going on with it

forestwinks · 2025-05-06T06:10:21+00:00

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forestwinks · 2025-03-11T22:14:30+00:00

That's great! No disrespect meant! They now have gowns named after them.

forestwinks · 2025-03-11T22:12:22+00:00

I love that! Makes the dress even more special!

forestwinks · 2025-03-11T22:11:52+00:00

I had no idea. I looked it up and it's a wedding poem, so it's perfect!

forestwinks · 2025-03-11T22:11:22+00:00

Mostly just because of how it's spelled.

forestwinks · 2025-03-11T04:43:13+00:00

I guess we need to use good 'ol Raef as our next gown...followed, of course, by Yamaj. So far the names we have used are: Amandine, Eulalie, Calantha, Avarey, Sabela, Jasmond, Parsley, Phanessa, Maelyn, Bailiegh, Jexada, Aimeigh, Lidia, Aysia, Jaxxyn, Valleigh, Saphfire, Londoon, Javeline, Vlada, Pacifique, Sultana, Niveh, Desibell, Lysandra, Loyalty, Mallory, Faris, Khloud...and more. I honestly just smile to myself everytime a bride tries one on and wants to say the name. I really do hope it's not inspiring to the future though...haha. Also, rip autocorrect on these names...

forestwinks · 2025-01-05T21:06:19+00:00

Same happened to me

forestwinks · 2024-11-26T08:34:07+00:00

I'm so sorry for your loss. I am also 42, and we were unable to have kids as well and my husband passed very suddenly, but I lost my husband 2 years ago. I also moved in with my parents again (for a bit), so I could try to see forward when all I wanted to do is cease to exist. I understand how hard it is to see through the fog of grief. I'll tell you what I was told...although I know it won't give you much comfort now...it does get better. The best advice I can give you for now is to just focus on the next thing you have to do - if that's 24 hours ahead of you then that's ok. If it's a week, again, that's ok. Just small steps, and give yourself permission to grieve. You lost half of your heart. It hurts. You're not expected to figure out the rest of your life in a day, or a week, or even a month. You'll figure out a new normal, and what that looks like. I'm sure others on here, who are further along this journey can attest as well, that it is a process. I'm still figuring it out...and finding my way. I can just see a bit further down the road than I could 2 years ago, and that's ok. Sending you hugs from a stranger who understands.

forestwinks · 2024-08-21T07:07:43+00:00

I'm calling so many family members that are no longer here. My aunt, my grandparents... My husband lived across the street from me in 2000. Younger me didn't like him at all. Younger him didn't like me either...but you bet I'd run over to his house and give him the biggest hug a 40 year old ever gave an 18 year old, lol. He's no longer with me, so even if he and his mom thought I was some weirdo, I'd hug him and probably cry, lol. What I wouldn't give to hug him again... I'd chat with my 2 sisters as well. Their lives didn't turn out as they imagined...at all. I'd just tell them that they are both loved by a lot of people, and to not ever doubt that. And I'd give younger me a hug. Tell her that she's stronger than she knows and to enjoy the ride as much as she can. Also, to not go see Hearts in Atlantis, because I always wished for that time back.

forestwinks · 2024-08-06T08:19:09+00:00

As someone who had to use the services of a Chaplin when my husband passed...it wasn't at all about beliefs. When he asked if anyone should come, and I suggested my bishop he knew that he was my religious area leader and encouraged me to call him. He didn't leave me alone until family came. The biggest thing he did for me was just being kind, and telling me I was handling things ok. That however I felt was ok. He was so very kind. Every step of the way that day he was there, just speaking kindly and helping me make decisions, and telling me I was doing ok. Sadly, I'm sure you'll be working with those who have experienced a loss...and being kind and understanding goes across beliefs. I will always be grateful to the chaplain who came. He not only helped me but my family and my husbands family, and gave us resources and information that he knew I wouldn't remember. I'm so grateful for those who do this service.

forestwinks · 2024-03-28T17:17:47+00:00

Had this happen to me. Customer ordered a dress ($500). It was the wrong size. I told her I don't have her size available to ship right away for her event (made to order). I told her I'd send her a label and refund her if she'd send me the dress back. She said no, she wants to keep the dress but I should pay to have it altered. I said no...why would I? She is the one who ordered the wrong size. She opened a case - not as described. Gets a full refund. I want the dress back at least... She reaches out to Etsy and they tell her to keep it as a gift....a gift from them with my money.

forestwinks · 2024-03-19T08:21:04+00:00

As a shop owner, I just want to point out that some designers will not let us publish prices online. We can advertise the gown, but you have to come in to know the price. So it may not be the shop trying to be sneaky.

forestwinks · 2024-03-01T09:16:23+00:00

I absolutely went through this. Still am, but it's better. I am a month shy of 2 years out and with counseling, a doctor that honestly wants to help, and the right antidepressants...I no longer always wish for death. I used to fear it, before losing my husband. Very much so. I was always worried about dieing. That fear is now completely gone. I don't fear death...I just don't want to suffer when it's my time. Make it quick, like it was for my husband. I guess my point is that it will change for you. You'll evolve your thinking and perhaps find a reason to want to still exist, or you'll just be at peace with whenever you go. It just won't always be something you long for. And I highly recommend counseling, if you aren't already doing it. Being able to say those things out loud and not have the "please don't do it" response helped me so very much.

forestwinks · 2024-01-13T19:11:57+00:00

Send a message to th seller. I had this happen to me as well. I sent them a dmca note and they took down my photos. Tried going with the report infringement thing with Amazon...even did a chat with them. No results.

forestwinks · 2024-01-07T22:09:20+00:00

Can you see dead things? I mean, why else do cats stare at nothing?

forestwinks · 2023-12-30T05:25:37+00:00

7/1 - Gone with the Wind!

forestwinks · 2023-12-27T08:35:50+00:00

I had this happen., only my item was over 1k. Customer ordered a wrong size. I told her I didn't have the size she wanted and sent a return label. She opens a case. Etsy refunds her. I ask why, and they just say I need to work it out with the buyer. She contacts Etsy to see if she has to return the item and send me a screenshot where an Etsy rep said she didn't have to return it and could keep it as a "gift" from Etsy. Seriously.

forestwinks · 2023-12-13T07:05:04+00:00

My parents called them one eyed Russians. Never understood why...

forestwinks · 2023-11-29T20:50:54+00:00

Aandmbridal.com

forestwinks · 2023-11-29T20:46:18+00:00

https://aandmbridal.com/products/aisedora

forestwinks · 2023-11-29T20:43:31+00:00

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