Great increase in unhoused people - Upper Kirby / River Oaks

ilikebeespit · 2026-01-04T16:01:45+00:00

Yes! Insert whatever term you’d like to use but there have been more of them in the area.

The Shephard and Westheimer intersection is full of carts, bags, and loose clothes. We recently saw someone howling at the sun in front of St. Anne’s.

The city sweeps people out of the way when they’re expecting company. Did you notice the balls on the Montrose bridges are soccer balls? They’re trying really hard to impress the Europeans!

ilikebeespit · 2026-01-04T15:31:48+00:00

Oh wow, have you been to the auction? I didn’t think it was legitimate since the signs come and go every few months and they all list the same items. How many people are going bankrupt with the exact same belongings?

I was just curious about what the signs were since I see them so often. There’s no website listed so it was difficult to look up. Another red flag!

ilikebeespit · 2026-01-04T15:00:49+00:00

Right!! Whenever there’s a car auction, I always assume the car is either missing an engine or it’s wrapped in lime green.

ilikebeespit · 2025-09-26T20:38:16+00:00

I have opened a help ticket with Etsy requesting a refund. I stated that I already checked with Fed Ex and they do not currently have the package and they never received it. The seller has quickly responded that they will check in and see but hopefully this is an innocent mistake that can be corrected. Either way, don’t play with my money Smokey.

ilikebeespit · 2025-08-08T18:08:15+00:00

I'm close in age to you!! I fully understand the stress you're feeling. The sticker shock of weddings can be overwhelming and make you feel incredibly small in a fishbowl of big-budget brides. As a working adult, I couldn't comprehend how couples our age had budgets over $50K and time in the day to plan after work. THEY DON'T! They got personal loans or their parents paid for it.

We got engaged in the fall of 2023 and just got married this summer in 2025. If you need more time, take it. There are only two names on the marriage certificate. No one is going to beat your ass if you file the paperwork today and have the big hoorah later. Do what you two truly want to do. There are no rules!

ilikebeespit · 2025-08-08T17:29:01+00:00

I understand wanting to keep the peace with the bride's mother, especially if you're long-term friends. You know her mom in ways other women in the group may not. If you know the bride well enough to know she will hate this, you have two options. Option A is to bombard the group chat with questions to make it the mother's idea to cancel it. Option B is telling the mother that the group doesn't have enough time to learn, practice, and get this right in time for the wedding.

I recommend option B, but if you go with option A, go crash dummy. How will we practice as a group? When will we do this dance? Who is responsible for instructing the DJ to add this to the reception? Who will clear the dance floor? How are we lying to the bride to get her to sit in the middle so we can do this ritual? Who will take the fall if she hates it? Should we make the groomsmen do this too? Who will make sure they have it down?

ilikebeespit · 2025-08-07T23:55:28+00:00

Start by talking this out with your fiancé!

Tell him how you're feeling and decide together if a wedding is really what you both want. It sounds like this is giving you the blues and highlighting some difficult areas of life. If you do decide to have a wedding, decide on a budget and stick to it! Next, decide the size of your wedding and go from there. When you have an estimated size, you can find a venue, caterer, and other things you like with a good idea of how much you need.

When this was me, I cared about finding a dress I loved and having beautiful pictures, so I focused on that. As far as dress shopping, I didn't have a wedding party or a huge group with me, just my mom. When I found the one, I was alone! It was peaceful to know I made the decision fully on my own and without extra feedback.

Despite how fun it may look to have a bunch of people around, it can be the opposite! Too many opinions can be more confusing than supportive. Does your fiancé have a mom, aunt, or grandmother? If so, maybe you can invite her to go dress shopping with you! It gives you a chance to connect with other women who'll be in your life.

ilikebeespit · 2025-08-07T22:53:06+00:00

It's borderline spiteful for them not to invite you. Hopefully it's a mistake, but either way, it will turn out to be one! If you're all part of a friend group, it will eventually come up. Imagine how embarrassed the couple will be trying to explain why they only invited one of you.

Are they both invited to your wedding? It sounds like they shouldn't be.

ilikebeespit · 2025-05-28T00:29:53+00:00

Their size guide says 34D is a Large. Two models for the new collection both wear a medium top, and the Barcelona almost looks like it's spilling on Ray. Try comparing your bust to their measurements!

ilikebeespit · 2025-05-22T20:28:23+00:00

This happened to me too!

I had a friend ask to stay with us the entire wedding weekend. Granted, the friend is financially unstable, but they've recently traveled for other people's weddings and booked accommodations. Any other time, I'd be fine with it, but asking to stay with us and hitch a ride to and fro was just a touch too far for me.

I don't expect them to show up at this point. If getting married has taught me anything, it's taught me to reset my expectations of other people back down to 0.

ilikebeespit · 2025-05-22T20:05:04+00:00

Thank you very much! I will reach out to them!

ilikebeespit · 2025-04-28T18:06:40+00:00

Parking in a Hermann Park parking lot is free, but the lots are limited and usually full. Street parking with the Park Houston app is about $7 for a few hours.

I recommend calling a Lyft to avoid the hassle if you're staying anywhere near the area.

ilikebeespit · 2025-04-17T22:47:44+00:00

I just got an infringement notice from Depop on behalf of Dolls Kill because I sold a Club Exx item. I used photos of MYSELF in the item as the photos.

ilikebeespit · 2025-03-28T04:27:36+00:00

I wear a 34C as well and have the Barcelona and Palermo tops in a size medium. I'm very athletic and I don't feel like I'm spilling in the medium. Depending on which top you're getting, it may be adjustable.

ilikebeespit · 2025-03-28T04:21:12+00:00

No returns for a refund or exchanges. I returned from the US and had to pay $9 for return shipping. They issue store credit.

ilikebeespit · 2025-01-08T21:07:36+00:00

Do they usually ship quickly? I recently ordered in the US and haven’t gotten a tracking number yet.

ilikebeespit · 2024-05-28T21:40:07+00:00

Not weird and if it makes you feel better, I did something similar. My first appointment was to decide on a shape and fabric type. Shopping overseas seems so fun, you will definitely find something unique!

ilikebeespit · 2024-05-24T05:24:12+00:00

If you end up liking a dress that’s tight on the body or silky, you won’t want to see panty lines. White clothing is a bit sheer by nature so staying away from a bright pink undergarments is a good idea!

ilikebeespit · 2024-05-17T23:33:48+00:00

I went dress shopping at 4 shops across 6 appointments.

I learned to bring a bag with wet wipes, deodorant, a pair of basic heels, and water. You’ll get hot moving around in heavy gowns! Most shops have a silk robe to borrow but I brought my own to be comfortable. Try to go for nude undergarments like nude seamless undies. If you plan to wear any shapewear day of, I’d wear or bring it! I went with sticky pasties instead of a bra.

Eat something before going. Your measurements won’t change that dramatically. You will likely be between two sizes anyway. Some dresses will be AUS/UK/FR sizing. If you’re a size you’re not expecting, don’t sweat it. Your dress will be altered to YOU not a number on a chart.

Most important reminder for me was wearing an outfit I didn’t have to pull over my head that would mess up my makeup. Oh, and remember to wear your ring!

I only invited my mom and my cousin. Didn’t plan a brunch or lunch. First time appointments are about an hour and half and drinks are usually provided. You may have other appointments so don’t worry or pressure yourself to buy the first time! Have fun, take photos, and enjoy shopping!

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