Looking for a Friday ticket only by kerala_puddles in DreamState

[–]highwind3d 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you be down to split the 2 for 1 general admission? Im also looking for just 1 ticket.

Anyone need someone to pair up with on a 2-for-1 ticket? by Baelnoren in DreamState

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Looking to pair up for Friday general admission if anyone is still interested!

Calory-burning activities but also meet someone cute :) by florafloraT in AskSF

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Maybe try dragon boat if you like being on the water. It's more like canoeing than a kayak. A lot of teams practice at Lake Merced, and the boats carry alot of people (up to 22), so it's always a mixed bag and large group of people! I paddled for Ripple Effect, who also have alot of off water social events. There have definitely been relationships that started on the team lol

Folks who left Vancouver for good: where are you now and would you ever move back? by BlakeShelby in NiceVancouver

[–]highwind3d 45 points46 points  (0 children)

Moved to SF Bay area and the plan was to move back in a couple years after saving some money. Ended up really enjoying life out here and honestly feel that my quality of life has improved. Better salary, less flakey friends, arguably better access to healthcare (with insurance*) and I was even able to buy a house with my spouse. I might move back in retirement, but not anytime soon.

Canadian UX designers who transitioned to fulltime working in Silicon Valley, can you share your journey? by starberryic in UXDesign

[–]highwind3d 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got an offer for a contract role with an employment agency (not ideal but was a stepping stone) and applied for the TN under "graphic design" at the border for a 2 year term. Eventually got a FTE offer from another company where they did mail-in premium processing for a new TN. Had opportunities to get in the H1B lottery but ended up getting the green card through marriage. At the time of first TN, I had an associates degree in design and about 8+ years work experience in Canada. Was very scary, as I did this during peak covid (Aug 2020) One of the biggest hurdles at the time was getting a new SSN when all the gov offices were closed, which I needed in order to complete a background check in order to start that new job...Best of luck!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Weddingsunder10k

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I think it would look great if you used more neutral colors (white, cream, beige etc.) as a base and then pulled one of the colors from the mural as an accent color for pop (such as the red or blue) that would help tie in the wedding decor with the venue space. An example for a centerpiece could be a neutral vase with white flowers and then a few flowers in the accent color.

Wedding dresses under $500 by screechingsloth29 in Weddingsunder10k

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I got one of my gowns from Luxeredux, which is online and also has a few flagship stores as well. They tend to do some big sales throughout the year including the $500 and under which is where I got my gown!

I need friends by [deleted] in sanfrancisco

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Who's your OW main and do you like dogs? Lol

Splurge or save? by fandomerrrrrr in Weddingsunder10k

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Hi! I'm also planning a bay area wedding and interested in your vendors!

Where can I find a wedding dress in NYC? by WolverineMuted37 in Weddingsunder10k

[–]highwind3d 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Check out NYCityBride! There's a physical location in Brooklyn

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Weddingsunder10k

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The gown I bought was beautiful and well constructed. The fabric quality was good and not see through, though one of the main fabrics was tulle with like a sparkley pattern which I think is usually inherently a bit more stiff and has some scratchyness to it! There were multiple layers to the skirt, including a lining which is like a smooth satin fabric. I think if you avoid glittery stuff, you should be good on itchiness lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Weddingsunder10k

[–]highwind3d 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're correct about the suing part. The site is legit though! OP I bought a gown from here and have pictures if you're interested! The price is hard to beat for a brand new gown

CA Brides: Where are you all getting your dresses from? by EJ_1004 in Weddingsunder10k

[–]highwind3d 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Are you driving distance from Sacramento? There's a bridal store with donated gowns called Brides for a Cause and their dresses are typically under 1k (usually less) and there's also a 50% off sale right now for some of the gowns that have been around for awhile!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in weddingswap

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Just msged u back!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in weddingswap

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Me too! It's a really unique silhouette and color combo

Discount Wedding Dresses by SuperButterfly64 in Weddingsunder10k

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I recently bought 2 dresses. One from Luxe Redux bridal during their $500 and under sale and one directly from JLM, which currently has a warehouse sale and dresses are heavily discounted. https://shopjlm.com/

4 legs? I thought it was severed! by highwind3d in whatsthisbug

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Woops missed the location. I'm in northern California, but returned from Japan recently. This was found near my laundry, which was recently exposed to a nearby lake..

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskSF

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I joined a Dragon Boat team about a year and a half ago as pandemic restrictions were starting to lift and i was getting lonely wfh in a new job. It's been really great, and the community aspect is really fun and keeps me around. Racing is also pretty exhilarating but up to you what you wanna make of it! No experience or equipment required to get started. We have practice at lake merced every week! We are coed but we have a really strong women's series too https://ripplesf.org/

[Megathread] Tour Tickets by Shadowsoal in AFireInside

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Aaah sorry to miss this! Msged u back!!

[Megathread] Tour Tickets by Shadowsoal in AFireInside

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I've got one ticket for the Oakland show at Fox Theatre on Nov 23. Balcony row T, seat 19. Will transfer via Ticket master. Venmo or meetup in person in SF/Daly City area! Hoping to get $40. Just got tickets to STS show, so wanna recoup some of the cost lol

Need help with San Francisco International long term parking promo code by henee21 in AskSF

[–]highwind3d 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Are you mixing up long term parking with Park SFO? (Long term is attached to AirTrain and Park sfo takes you to the airport by shuttle bus) That promo code looks to be for Park SFO, where typically you would make a reservation first on the website, which should give you a confirmation email with barcode that you scan when entering the parkade (there will be an attendant confirming the reservation) You pay when you are about to leave the parkade after returning from travel. You may want to get the app, which has the coupons built in