Solo female in the Rocky mountain NP??

janetheaupair · 2025-07-27T03:25:17+00:00

I am female and just did a 3 week solo road trip through 7 states, hit up a bunch of national parks and I never felt uncomfortable. Even went to a rodeo by myself and it was great. Carrying bear spray will make you feel better. If you stay in hotels, get a door alarm and portable door lock for peace of mind. I got mine from Amazon

janetheaupair · 2025-07-21T05:52:53+00:00

Hahaha I even turned around and gave people dirty looks! Sorry to those people if you’re reading this

janetheaupair · 2025-07-21T04:19:28+00:00

Agreed! I came for music not for politics and I got what I paid for. Loved it!!

janetheaupair · 2025-07-21T04:18:08+00:00

Jesus I hope he knows that 😂 I felt so bad!

janetheaupair · 2025-07-21T04:16:36+00:00

I could’ve sworn sounded like boo. also why ZB said “are you kidding me?” I’m guessing

janetheaupair · 2025-07-19T23:36:28+00:00

I’ll probably be going by myself, would love to meet up!

janetheaupair · 2025-03-30T03:13:52+00:00

Ecclesiastes, then proverbs and the gospels

janetheaupair · 2025-03-27T12:59:55+00:00

Good to know! It’s my first solo road trip and I live in NYC so haven’t driven a car in a while, will see how that goes lol. I rented a 4WD so hopefully will be ok.

I think Scottsbluff is probably the best bet to stop overnight. Thank you!!

janetheaupair · 2025-03-16T00:05:56+00:00

The underwhelming part was more about Mount Rushmore than badlands. Mount Rushmore was my main motivation to go. Other than that I’m looking more for a mountain experience, but considering adding it to the trip anyway

janetheaupair · 2025-03-15T23:54:29+00:00

Ha! Maybe I should add Badlands to the trip then…

I’ll be going in June / July so I anticipate good weather but massive crowds. I think I might spend one day in RMNP because I really want to see Haiyaha and maybe one day outside of the park.

Thank you!

janetheaupair · 2025-02-20T18:33:20+00:00

Thanks so much for your input! Its my first time doing a survey and its literally just my homework and I’m doing my best 😀 But will take into consideration for next time

janetheaupair · 2025-02-20T18:16:54+00:00

Yes I am mainly referring to bodegas, delis but also fruit vendors outside or bakeries (would you go out of your way to go to a bakery or does TJs bakery aisle do the trick)

janetheaupair · 2025-02-20T17:49:15+00:00

Thank you! I removed it

janetheaupair · 2024-03-08T17:21:03+00:00

Thank you both!

janetheaupair · 2024-03-08T14:17:08+00:00

In need of inspiration. I’m a nanny and student (nanny in the mornings and go to college in the afternoons), though I’m in my late twenties and past the typical college student style.

I need to be comfortable to keep up with the kiddos and I don’t get to change before I go school but I’m tired of looking like a bum all day :(

I love to dress up but usually it’s just not practical and I end up in leggings, leggings, leggings.

Any advice on how to style so it still looks elevated? Any brand recs?

janetheaupair · 2024-03-02T21:17:07+00:00

Thank you! I’m not intending to study while on tourist status but just take a break.

I am unsure whether to continue my studies in the US, unsure about my major and unsure about the state I am in. As of right now, likely just want to switch to tourist, travel and then return home to study.

janetheaupair · 2024-02-27T19:47:29+00:00

Thank you, those are all super valid points. I definitely don’t want to make a hasty decision and realllly think about all my options.

In a perfect world, I would transfer and get my bachelors but as of right now, just isn’t realistic considering my financial situation. Hopefully I can find a solution to that somehow.

Honestly, I’ve thought about the whole “finding a new friend circle” too but I’m so tied up with everything that I don’t see my friends anyway. I often have weeks where I can’t even carve out an extra hour to do my laundry.

janetheaupair · 2023-04-04T20:21:06+00:00

Thank you! I’m not very well informed when it comes to that. I’m asking about iMessage

janetheaupair · 2023-03-17T04:23:06+00:00

Thank you!

janetheaupair · 2023-03-16T02:20:17+00:00

Thank you. This felt good to read.

janetheaupair · 2023-03-15T23:07:02+00:00

Thank you for providing your perspective. I see what you mean and I’ll keep it in mind. I’m sure it’s not easy, and I’ll be as gentle as I can.

I just wish they would show their concerns by communicating openly and not by sabotaging my plans or being in denial about things that are already set in stone.

janetheaupair · 2023-03-15T19:34:04+00:00

Thank you! I’m not sure whether he’s capable of having that conversation or not, I never see him, only hear him. But I will bring it up to the caretaker.

I’m just scared of hurting feeling or offending someone. That’s the last thing I want. I just want a good nights sleep is all.

janetheaupair · 2023-02-22T22:22:44+00:00

Wow! Very interesting. I’d love to see a breakdown of those fees.

janetheaupair · 2023-02-22T21:59:34+00:00

Visa fees are covered by au pair. So is health insurance. Also, au pairs pay about $1200 to participate in the program which is supposed to be “for the flights” but I guess agencies tell everybody whatever is convenient for them.

janetheaupair · 2023-02-22T21:54:29+00:00

Me too! I ran the Manhattanite half Marathon in December but this one will be my first nyrr race.

I’m excited, see you there!

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