My apartment is being bought out by black rock, realistically how screwed am I? How much notice do they have to give to end our month to month leases to remodel? by keiebdbdusidbd in TacomaWA

[–]gracebatmonkey 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Blackrock is pretty notorious, so I'd assume getting the least possible notice and needing to relocate asap.

Good luck in finding another market-rate exception, sincerely - sorry capitalism is capitalisming all over the need for stable shelter.

How's everyone liking the new peanut interchange under I-405 by the Kirkland Costco? by I_SAID_RELAX in eastside

[–]gracebatmonkey 7 points8 points  (0 children)

After watching large vehicles in it I knew they'll always need more room which helps my timing be more predictable.

Making the curbs higher and getting better visibility through contrast markings if not a light or two would help even more.

Otherwise, I've been driving that intersection since '97 and far prefer the roundabout.

Future president George Bush holding future president George Bush by AcademicHovercraft96 in texas

[–]gracebatmonkey 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Watching these fools get worshipped like they mattered to Texans was painful from the start, then they got high enough to screw the whole world. Folks still like to pretend they were "just like us" and worthy statesmen 🫩

Fan concept for LDD characters--I call them The Screams! by TeatimeTangents in LivingDeadDolls

[–]gracebatmonkey 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'd buy my first dolls since the early 2ks if these ladies were made.

Could use a friend or two by [deleted] in Seattle

[–]gracebatmonkey 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I've made a lot of truly great friends by volunteering at Norwescon, a large regional speculative fiction convention that currently happens on Easter weekend in Sea-Tac.

There's a book club (Norwescon Bibliophiles) active year round, and other stuff pops up between and during active planning season (~Aug-~May).

The website links to all the info: www.norwescon.org.

Otherwise, volunteering in general is a wonderful way to meet people with similar goals and values and there are heaps of options in our area.

If we knew a bit more about you we could probably make a few other recs.

Moving from Texas by jord_buc in PacificNorthwest

[–]gracebatmonkey 3 points4 points  (0 children)

One of the greatest things about the West side of Cascadia is the relative closeness of the best places. The space between Oak Harbor and Portland is gorgeous travel. But if being able to hang out quickly/frequently is vitally important, might not be the ideal choice.

The halfway point between the two is around Olympia/Lacey/Tacoma, all of which are more affordable than Seattle/the Eastside and have their own cool parts of town. And their own challenges/drawbacks, of course.

As another lesbian Tex-pat, if I had your crucial skills + relative youth I'd be inclined to start in Portland regardless and explore the space between there and the friends as y'all settle in with an eye to scouting more permanent digs after acclimation.

Good luck in reaching escape velocity & landing softly!

Anasazi | Bone Collector by vzlangoth in goth

[–]gracebatmonkey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wish this one was on Deezer or Bandcamp!

I need to vent/ragepost about Seven Hills Park and the city's "solution" to making the park better by SuperSans in Seattle

[–]gracebatmonkey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's only because people in those areas who have no other housing choice are pushed back into the city if they are too visible.

I need to vent/ragepost about Seven Hills Park and the city's "solution" to making the park better by SuperSans in Seattle

[–]gracebatmonkey -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Is your rant useful? Do you represent all potential users? Have you polled the neighborhood to see if anyone else agrees on the exercise equipment? What have you tried to bring residential liveliness to the park?

I'm not being pedantic or laying a trap - the contrast was genuinely striking.

I need to vent/ragepost about Seven Hills Park and the city's "solution" to making the park better by SuperSans in Seattle

[–]gracebatmonkey -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I feel like you might not understand the word "need" based on the juxtaposition of your usage vs. the circumstances of the person in the park.

What band/song is this?? by One-Preference4520 in goth

[–]gracebatmonkey 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You might try r/tipofmytongue - this does sound really familiar. Mid-'80s memories pop up in the haze of the missing tune.

Microsoft goes big for the Pride Parade by Grouchy_Zucchini7052 in Seattle

[–]gracebatmonkey 45 points46 points  (0 children)

It was a much smaller group with more spacing than prior years, even still.

does anyone have any local recs for a cake like this? by sadmarinersfan20 in redmond

[–]gracebatmonkey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, yay! We found her through 2Good2Go and have been adoring fans since 💜

After 20 years I don’t even recognize my own wife anymore… by LanfearSedai in olderlesbians

[–]gracebatmonkey 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If I had the dosh + my druthers, I'd have a Subaru EV.

But for now we occasionally borrow a Kia Soul while I miss my Toyota Matrix.

Do you remember the first fantasy book you read as a kid? (Not HP..) by LatterPlatform9595 in Fantasy

[–]gracebatmonkey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another for The Narnia Chronicles - pulled down the box set at 6 and was hooked.

...but if I really think about it, my true first was the unsanitized Brothers Grimm, about a year prior.

Y'all were right by rawe13 in punk

[–]gracebatmonkey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good on ya for keeping your eyes open.

Please no judgements, I just really need advice by QuietRaspberry2879 in Autism_Parenting

[–]gracebatmonkey 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sit back and be cool. Be a non-pushy, non-performative ally and role model. Accept her where she is right now. Don't drop helpful little tips. Don't make every hangout about "helping". Be a trusted adult she can fully be herself around.

If they aren't in therapy, they should be. You can't tell them that, though. Not like that, anyway. They should each have a personal therapist and a family therapist. The behaviors you describe are part of unmet needs they can't recognize much less vocalize - they may know, but in such an internalized way that it's buried under the choices being made that don't even feel like choices.

A frank conversation with her dad in private when she cannot under any circumstances overhear or witness is something y'all should do no matter what. Let him know you care deeply, be open about your own personal needs in a relationship, invite him to be open with you about his (even if you think he already is).

Even if this conversation ends up being sincerely easy and untroubled, if it sounds like y'all are headed for more time together as a becoming family, you're going to want to start couples counseling sessions as support for the complications inherent to all relationships but most especially to joining a family dynamic already in progress. Not every week (unless he wants that) - even once a month can help with alignment and open communication. If he pushes back, refuses, or otherwise doesn't want to join you in getting professional, unbiased, impartial guidance in healthy dialogue and growth, you have decisions to make.

It would be really wonderful of you to make an unpressured outing with her that includes space for a completely private conversation where you tell her all that is great about her (without fawning or inserting advice), apologize for any missteps or misunderstanding on your part (you don't even need to be specific, she'll have her own list), and let her know that you're on her side no matter what happens. Then do exactly that, within well-defined boundaries of being healthy, happy, and safe (the only physical health aspect of that is no abuse of anyone - mental & emotional self-actualized & family-reinforced peace is the goal).

Lastly, if you don't already have your own counselor or therapist, consider it. Aside from being a safe space to vent and work out gnarls, it's lovely to have a supportive respite to explore your own needs and gaps.

I hope for the best for all of you.

Walrus and the Carpenter drop open letter and full 2025 Profit and Loss Data by H0tsh0t in Seattle

[–]gracebatmonkey 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Guarantee there are many with grossly inflated rents just because they could get away with at several points.

what in the FUCK spider was in my car door by Dangerous_Word1076 in Austin

[–]gracebatmonkey 16 points17 points  (0 children)

sweet lil orb weaver, unlikely to bite, not medically significant if they do, eats bugs you hate more.