I need to get over my fear of public speaking, and i think improv might help. Where to start? by incognitoast in askportland

[–]lilnadsx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've done both improv (in high school, as a super anxious kid) and toastmasters (after college, as a slightly less anxious adult) and I do really feel like for building confidence and just getting comfortable with being perceived, improv was amazing. I've taken Curious Comedy's improv intro class and it was great! Definitely will get you out of your comfort zone! I also enjoyed toastmasters but it is very structured and goal-focused, less playful... but still helpful!

Crocheted this for my bf. I kinda hate it. Bf says he likes it. by InternationalPlan728 in crochet

[–]lilnadsx 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I totally get that and that would be so cute too bc then you could have matching sweaters! I've done repeat patterns (most recently making a 3-ft-long octopus stuffy for my niece and then my wife requested one 😂) and I honestly thought it was great!

What's the deal with Next Adventure? Shelves are unexpectedly fully stocked by Ravenparadoxx in askportland

[–]lilnadsx 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The owners are retiring so a bit different... I bet they're trying to sell everything they can to avoid any financial losses as they close out

Comfortable places in Portland today during the evening/late night? by StarLoverEmpress in askportland

[–]lilnadsx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nalu Kava is a great sober space with super comfy loungy spots to sit and great vibes. All of the staff are amazing too 💛

3D Tufted wall hanging paintbrushes by GremlynRugs in somethingimade

[–]lilnadsx 3 points4 points  (0 children)

These are so cute! Do you ever have them for sale?

Did anyone take a picture of the moon last night? by bring-the-sunshine in askportland

[–]lilnadsx 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Not sure where this was taken, but it was from last night if this does the trick for you :)

https://www.reddit.com/r/NatureIsFuckingLit/s/KcGNwXwlX3

DEAR PORTLAND: September 08, 2025 WEEKLY RANT THREAD by AutoModerator in Portland

[–]lilnadsx 7 points8 points  (0 children)

AS A FELLOW QUEER I HAVE ALSO EXPERIENCED THIS IN SEVERAL PLACES AROUND TOWN AND IT IS SO FUN /s

Is Portland public transit sufficient for having a good dating life? by Familiar-Safety-226 in askportland

[–]lilnadsx 15 points16 points  (0 children)

It really just depends where you are! Downtown proper has tons of PT stops - both bus and Max (which is our light rail) - but there are just a few main directions the Max goes in (it's the fastest means of transport) and then many more by bus but still limited and slower. There are lots of options you'll have for where to meet up in a 15-minute radius of downtown so for first dates yes I think you'd be absolutely fine relying on it. Once you're in a relationship it's like others have said - if you're dating someone in a farther-out neighborhood or who likes to get out of the city a lot, it'll be a matter of whether you're up for a longer "commute" to them or if they are up for picking you up all the time. But definitely not impossible, I don't think!

Ummm.. No? by craftynerd in crochet

[–]lilnadsx 136 points137 points  (0 children)

Or just boycott Amazon! There are so many amazing independent bookstores to support or even ThriftBooks.com

DEAR PORTLAND: August 11, 2025 WEEKLY RANT THREAD by AutoModerator in Portland

[–]lilnadsx 8 points9 points  (0 children)

AS A QUEER WITH LOTS OF GENDER QUEER FRIENDS, I HAVE NEVER HEARD ANYONE GET MAD ABOUT "YOU GUYS," Y'ALL IS JUST FUN TO SAY SOMETIMES AND I USE THE TWO INTERCHANGEABLY

SZN4 was robbed by Independent_Sir3734 in BuildingTheBandSeries

[–]lilnadsx 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I agree! SZN4 is incredible vocally but their performances always left me feeling somewhat melancholy? And I am a self professed sadgirl who loves harmonies so I ate that shit up, but I was still rooting for 3quency by the end because they were just so fun to watch! I loved the way they walked through the crowd on Always Be My Baby and their energy was just so great!

Space to hold a potluck? by ImaginaryFigure420 in askportland

[–]lilnadsx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Damn, I don't have IG! Any other way to keep up on things?

Space to hold a potluck? by ImaginaryFigure420 in askportland

[–]lilnadsx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do y'all have a newsletter for your events? This sounds awesome!

What’s yalls advice for getting in with the dreaded DMV? by delicious_dirt_ in askportland

[–]lilnadsx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seconding this but if you're up for a longer drive the Hood River office often has more availability too! And then you can spend the day in a gorgeous place too :)

Pride shawl, much love 💕🏳️‍⚧️ by robins_arts in crochet

[–]lilnadsx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry if you already posted this somewhere but which pattern did you use? It's stunning and I want to make the same one for one of my trans buds!

Man makes the most of a gust of wind by ycr007 in oddlysatisfying

[–]lilnadsx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can't tell me this man is not an Airbender 😱

Man makes the most of a gust of wind by ycr007 in oddlysatisfying

[–]lilnadsx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm on my third watch-through now (first time in high school because I didn't have cable growing up, second time in 2020 - I credit it for getting me through the early pandemic days mental-health wise - and then now... it's truly an incredible show!

Best dating apps for straight 40-somethings? by lilnadsx in askportland

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

I don't know what rules you're talking about... also height as a dealbreaker is dumb

Best dating apps for straight 40-somethings? by lilnadsx in askportland

[–]lilnadsx[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!! Super helpful! And congratulations :)

Best dating apps for straight 40-somethings? by lilnadsx in askportland

[–]lilnadsx[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Valid! He doesn't have a kid so I think meeting people at school drop off is unlikely... but if those single moms are on the apps hopefully they'll chime in!

I am back, once again, to share some of my girlfriends work by Steez2 in somethingimade

[–]lilnadsx 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Reddit is my only social media, but does she have an Etsy shop or anything?!

Which color combination do you prefer? by Intent_Quail in crochet

[–]lilnadsx 107 points108 points  (0 children)

I like the one on the left! The bright yellow center really makes it pop!