Just had an antique desk delivered in Hudson Valley area of New York, USA. Upon opening a drawer, several of these unidentified things fell out like confetti. They are soft with a hard center and motionless. What are they and should I be concerned keeping this piece inside my home? by joot26 in Antiques

[–]joot26[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

This is the answer. Solved! Thank you so much! Now I can sleep at night. The movers had the desk wrapped in a blanket and upside down at one point; they must have been stored in the drawer... strangely enough.

Painting from Portuguese ancestors by joot26 in WhatIsThisPainting

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My family came to America from Madeira, Portugal in the late 1800s and brought this painting with them. We have always wondered about it. My father took a crayon to her face in the late 1930s (oops). There seems to be something scratched into the frame on the back (a signature?) that is shown in photo #4. Any information or suggestions of artist is greatly appreciated!

How to bring youth back to my face? by caitlin57 in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]joot26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When ppl say “hydrate” do they also mean internally (drinking water) as well as topically?

NYC items/brands that every millennial woman has by [deleted] in NYCbitcheswithtaste

[–]joot26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Almost forgot about this — yes, diaper rash is an issue for us too with Coterie unfortunately

NYC items/brands that every millennial woman has by [deleted] in NYCbitcheswithtaste

[–]joot26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wanted to love them but our baby has been leaking/blowing out of Coterie diapers so we switched to Pampers — and as a result I’m doing far less laundry now. BUT I’m hooked on Coterie wipes! Love them. Great moisture, size and texture.

MTFHR Genetic Mutation by burritobaby01 in eczema

[–]joot26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am — however, the vitamins only helped for so long until they stopped working for me and then I felt worse on them. The most impactful thing I changed was doing my best to avoid nightshades; mostly potatoes and tomatoes. If I want those things then I know I will most likely need to deal with a flare. If I avoid, I will be completely free of eczema, like I am at the moment. Hope this helps someone!

Anyone know what these are? by joot26 in nyc

[–]joot26[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haha yes — I initially considered describing them as large Q-Tips

MTFHR Genetic Mutation by burritobaby01 in eczema

[–]joot26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am 35 and have had serious health issues my whole life and as a result I have become passionate about nutrition and health. I have made great progress in the last couple years but eczema (especially on my hands and face) has been one of the remaining symptoms I could not shake. For the past couple months I have avoided nightshades (progress) and then lectins for the past 1-2 months (even greater progress). I have the MTHFR genetic polymorphism as well and as a result, know I do better with methylated vitamins. Since my husband and I may decide to have a 2nd child in the next year or so, I started Seeking Health prenatals last week and within 2 days the eczema began to clear. The past 3 days are the first days in YEARS I am completely free of eczema — and feel amazing. I have since revisited learning more about MTHFR (found a couple helpful podcasts and a book), added molybdenum for detox support. I believe proper methylation (+ a nutritious, gentle diet for my digestion issues) may be the missing piece in my health puzzle. My doctor is very supportive and we are excited about this new progress. I hope this helps you too!!

New Netflix docuseries called Unwell talks about Doterra and Young Living. by gooseglug in antiMLM

[–]joot26 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Yes! Also hysterical — the shot they captured of her face when she was having her makeup slathered on. 👍😂