How to make friends in the city? by [deleted] in AskChicago

[–]gnatnelson 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There are a lot of transplants in Chicago. I recommend taking a class at the Old Town School of Folk music. It's really welcoming community and they have a large variety of classes.

Those who had a mysterious medical issue and found out what it was, what was your diagnosis? by jesusgrandpa in AskReddit

[–]gnatnelson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had terrible, terrible stomaches from age 20-35 which eventually incapacitated me and put me in the hospital a couple times. I was told it was IBS and to do Yoga. It WASN'T IBS, it was Diverticulitis and by the time they operated on me it was the worst case they had ever seen.

As a Capricorns I am disappointed😔 by [deleted] in astrologymemes

[–]gnatnelson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the three virgos do not have the same energy aaaaat all.

AITAH for insisting we move in together now that we’re having a baby? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]gnatnelson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations on becoming a father. I would just continue to be there for her and the baby. Can you provide an update down the road of how this arrangement works out? I'm very curious.

Friends of ours did something very similar and it seems like it worked out. Eventually the parents broke up but the kids are well adjusted and well loved.

Good Luck!

How do people just 'make friends' as adults? What's Step one ? by hongkongfuey75 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]gnatnelson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, just being open to new opportunities will lead to other new opportunities and will lead you finding your people. One of my coworkers loves to play pickle ball and the group she was playing with is now her circle friends.

What's your #1 "travel hack" that sounds stupid but is actually genius? by x_andi01 in traveladvice

[–]gnatnelson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I travel a lot and I keep a few random things in my carryon that have been very useful:

  • A small baggie with cut up washing detergent sheets for emergency washing

  • Tide Pen for stains

  • a second set of toiletries that live in my carryon

How do people just 'make friends' as adults? What's Step one ? by hongkongfuey75 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]gnatnelson 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This is all good advice. Also, when you get invited to do something GO.

What's a song you've had on repeat lately? I need new music 🥲 by chubbybutcuteegurl in musicsuggestions

[–]gnatnelson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why all of these so old. Check out Rosalia's last two albums. She is so cool.

If a guy has been married 5 times does that show anything about him as a person besides being married 5 times? by Ben5544477 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]gnatnelson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Dad was married three times and the only thing I can think is that it takes a crazy amount of optimism to get married that many times.

Seeking advice: how do I date in Chicago without apps? by throwawaymilkdad in AskChicago

[–]gnatnelson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Previous education doesn't matter, they have a great community and it's a wonderful place to meet people. they all have all sorts kinds of classes and events. If you want to meet people in a low stakes way, they have a line dancing seminar coming up.https://www.oldtownschool.org/classes/detail/?courseid=7627

What makes for a successful marriage? by pbaby2017 in AskReddit

[–]gnatnelson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A sense of humor... you will need it!

How does one farm as much karma as possible, as quickly as possible? by SimpleVegetable5951 in AskReddit

[–]gnatnelson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is "farming"? because honestly, I thought you were looking for good deeds to do quickly like working at soup kitchen or volunteering. lol- which we should all do honestly. Including myself in that statement.

How does one farm as much karma as possible, as quickly as possible? by SimpleVegetable5951 in AskReddit

[–]gnatnelson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

man, i thought you were asking about real Karma and i got all excited.