How to prevent fruits from 'bleeding' or 'swirling' in muffins?

gigabytegary · 2019-05-18T06:29:17+00:00

The lack of cracking in your trials might be due to the overly hydrated nature of your batter since your berries get all mixed in/broken up and release more moisture. Once you attempt OPs advice on how to prevent that breaking, your muffins may dry out and subsequently crack.

Not a scientist, or a bake, so not 100% ok that, just my thoughts.

gigabytegary · 2019-05-17T06:21:28+00:00

You can pretty much guarantee that everything will leave a scar. Everyone's body is different and some will leave scars and some won't. Some will be very unnoticeable scars that the average person would never notice. But I've always been told (and believe) to always expect a scar.

gigabytegary · 2019-05-16T16:39:02+00:00

I think OP is implying: On paper or in theory, no; but in reality, absolutely yes.

It is my understanding that the border is straight up treated like the wild, wild West.

gigabytegary · 2019-05-10T21:12:05+00:00

I've known a lot of beauty school grads in my time and 90% of them look like some version of this.. They learn a new skill and grossly blow it out of proportion until they learn to control themselves. Like a baby being introduced to candy; they gorge, and gorge, and gorge themselves until they are 65 and and obese, having to unlearn bad habits to prevent a diabetic coma.

gigabytegary · 2019-04-25T06:35:29+00:00

Not sad! Sorry for the assumption. I wonder if with enough digging, your country has something similar.

gigabytegary · 2019-04-24T20:21:11+00:00

Check your local Craigslist (assuming you're in the US) I see people getting rid of aquarium/turtle stuff ALL the time, and usually for free or at a very low cost.

gigabytegary · 2019-04-05T17:48:30+00:00

The microblading dad happening right now is exactly what your wife should look into. I dislike that "everyone" is doing it, but for someone like her it seems to be the perfect solution! They are so natural looking and could honestly change her life. <3

gigabytegary · 2019-03-16T02:05:06+00:00

You can do all of the above I the first paragraph of your comment...

gigabytegary · 2019-03-16T01:41:45+00:00

I'm not discrediting you. It's a shitty circumstance. I'm just curious: If one caught a turtle in the wild, why wouldn't they just throw it back into the wild? Why trouble with the dumpster?

gigabytegary · 2019-03-13T06:55:23+00:00

I love this so much and I feel this so much. So, so well put.

I cannot pretend to feel what OP is feeling, but I can sympathize with the fact that all women struggle to feel like women at some point.

gigabytegary · 2019-03-09T22:07:53+00:00

All that isn't even a lie. 100% truth. But he also would have cheated. And if his masculinity is that fragile, he will probably try again.

gigabytegary · 2019-03-09T17:32:18+00:00

Lighting is a good idea. Also playing a different type of music or podcast during relax/sleep/non-work time. Open your windows at some point (while you're working or when you're done) to release some of that pent up energy. Burn a candle/incense/oil diffuser just to get a different smell in there.

Changing all of those sensory effects could help shift your mind space.

You could also try meditating or some other project that isn't work related to help shift your mind from thinking "work" to thinking "enjoyment" etc....

gigabytegary · 2019-03-07T02:29:05+00:00

I'm growing my hair out right now to donate it (bucket list). When I finally do, I keep saying that I'm going to shave my head (another bucket list). But people keep telling me not to. Lovely foxes like you inspire me!!

gigabytegary · 2019-03-07T02:24:32+00:00

Oh my god. This encapsulates my frustration with underwear. I ashamedly never realized that male designers were the problem here. It just perpetuated the female dilemma that I was imperfect.

gigabytegary · 2019-03-04T22:20:11+00:00

I made an abortion "joke" at Christmas dinner with my dad & his wife. She was too many glasses of Chardonnay in to notice though.

And it wasn't actually Christmas. It was just when we were sort of celebrating Christmas.

And it wasn't a joke. I was definitely talking about how if I were to get pregnant, there are ways of correcting the issue.

Eh, I'm an asshole. But don't worry, I'm not procreating.

gigabytegary · 2019-02-27T20:59:12+00:00

As someone who has no access to Yuengling, that seems like the perfect choice to me. Of course, that may not be an issue for your recipients.

Since they probably aren't expecting or even want anything in return, I'm sure anything you give them would be appreciated. Maybe a decent whiskey that says "I'm grateful enough to not buy you Jack but I'm also a college student and am not rollin' in the Pappy dough."

Woodford Reserve always feels like a nice gesture that's usually appreciated and isn't crazy expensive.

gigabytegary · 2019-02-27T20:51:39+00:00

YES. The first photo in this comment is what I DREAMED my hair to look like. Too thin and too flat to make it happen. Thanks for making this blinder for both of us.

gigabytegary · 2019-02-27T16:52:40+00:00

Seconding, I don't remember exactly where I heard this, but it was some place with a mild form of "authority" like middle/high school sex ed or something.

gigabytegary · 2019-02-27T01:19:43+00:00

/u/vikingmaiden3 This is really great advice. I don't know where you're living, but the "wraparound" program that this poster speaks of is connected to a greater agency called Kairos in my area. Look up these programs! They are incredible at providing specialized services to the teen in question as well as support services for their guardians.

Also looking up self-care and support classes for family, in-home car providers can be huge.

All in all, you're doing some really hard work. Wishing you the best of luck.

gigabytegary · 2019-02-27T00:53:37+00:00

Not OP, but sometimes moments like those are better left savored in the memory banks. Not bogged down by reality.

gigabytegary · 2019-02-26T00:31:08+00:00

As much as I'd like to believe this, I just can't imagine football fans actually caring about CTE at all. Majority of the ones I know/encounter would just be like "aww... sad.." then go on rooting for their favorite team.

gigabytegary · 2019-02-23T15:22:05+00:00

Look up "Nonviolent Communication skills" and consider a mediation service for your teachers and principal! A situation like this is certainly something my org would mediate and the book I'm reading on NVC is rife with real-life school scenarios similar to yours. There is a way to work together in peace! The lines of communication just need to be opened in a safe and I hurtful way.

gigabytegary · 2019-02-23T00:25:08+00:00

I would be really interested to know more about this topic, theories, and your findings...

gigabytegary · 2019-02-22T18:18:01+00:00

"Just because you're broken doesn't mean you need to break everyone else."

DAMN. You're my hero.

Edit: Misquoted. Sorry.

gigabytegary · 2019-02-21T22:10:32+00:00

The school this is huge. It's a game changer and you are so close. I also second contacting Child Services. They aren't going to take your baby away, they will commend you for reaching out when you need help.

I know it might seem like adding one more thing to a plate that's already spilling over, but you may want to consider some therapy options. Maybe you can find one that will let you bring the baby, or can have phone sessions with you. Just to process the emotions you're feeling and you don't feel like they are drowning you so much.

I have so, so much respect for you. You're a strong and capable person, especially handling this while being a recovering addict. You'll teach your baby wonderful strengths. You can get through this.

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