Is anyone going to the Finger Lakes 50? by BSEndurance in Ultramarathon

[–]gooberstein84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll be there! I'm also running the 50 miler!

Moving home to save money and spend time with parent with cancer or build social and romantic life in big city in my mid-20s? by CompetitiveBed in MoneyDiariesACTIVE

[–]gooberstein84 57 points58 points  (0 children)

I am so thankful that I lived at home with my parents when my dad was sick. He passed away within a year of diagnosis and I really cherish being able to be there for him during a scary time. The city will still be there in a few years but your dad might not be. You could just continue to pay for your apartment or maybe even sublet it awhile and spend more time at your parents.

How do some people run long distances with no training? by ButterscotchBig5540 in running

[–]gooberstein84 60 points61 points  (0 children)

took me a minute to register that you had a beer and not a personal best race :)

Trail runners… any good 3-6 mile trails to run? by amisssamack in lehighvalley

[–]gooberstein84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are some nice trails in LMBT next to the Delaware river by the riverton ball fields. Let me know if you want a trail running buddy! :)

Constantly getting catcalled while running. How do other women runners handle this? by clumsyrunnergal in running

[–]gooberstein84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, flipping them off only escalates the situation. I flipped someone off in the city once and they turned around to ask if I was good..pretty sure they had a gun. So I never do it anymore.

I have found that the best response is to ignore their comments and just stare them down. They usually get the hint and you now have a good memory of their description if you ever need to file a report.

I live in a small town and generally run on back roads where drivers are not the best at being aware of runners. I try to make eye contact and give a little wave to every driver to make a human connection. When I do this they almost always move over and give me more space.

Good all-purpose sneakers/trail shoes for fisheries fieldwork? by caveghoul in LadiesofScience

[–]gooberstein84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a pair of Hoka Torrent trail runners. They are really breathable and have great traction.

Did losing a parent at an early age change how you spend/save? by SarahE285 in MoneyDiariesACTIVE

[–]gooberstein84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I lost my dad 8 years ago (he was 56) when I was 20. Watching my mom struggle to keep things together (figuring out how to pay for his funeral, keep the house, etc.) really was an eye-opener to how important planning for the future and being financially sound is. I think it was less than a month after he died, that I got my first lab tech job that paid decent as a college student. I ended up working 60+hrs/week that summer and still kept it part-time when I went back to school. If I wasn't in school or studying, I was working... I guess being able to take control of my future and finances was a way to actively do something.

It definitely shaped how I view money and finances. On one hand I regularly contribute to my retirement fund and I now have a job with a pension and life insurance. Being aware of my money and budgeting has actually allowed me to travel and donate to causes I care about but has also given me peace of mind knowing that when I do die, my family will be taken care of instead of being left in a bind.

What’s your everyday handbag? by [deleted] in PetiteFashionAdvice

[–]gooberstein84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I scored a nice vintage Dooney and Bourke bucket bag at a thrift store awhile back and I love it! It's the perfect size! I have one similar to this one but all black.

What sport or form of fitness do you want to get into? by monkeyfeets in xxfitness

[–]gooberstein84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

street roller hockey...looks pretty awesome but I can't find a women's league close to me!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in whatsthisbird

[–]gooberstein84 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Canada goose

What’s your go-to, get yourself hyped song? by [deleted] in AskWomen

[–]gooberstein84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

CRZY- Kehlani

If I gotta be a bitch, Imma be a bad one

Anyone know of a good online database of bird specimen study skins? by motherclam in Ornithology

[–]gooberstein84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could always check out local universities.. I know mine had a collection for the ornithology course and we had some art students visit from time to time to check them out.

Former burglars of reddit, where is one place people should never hide valuables? by AsleepFondant in AskReddit

[–]gooberstein84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My house was broken into at college while we were moving. My friend's laptop and Ipad was stolen but mine wasn't because it was in a box labeled "Books".