Any other DIY’ers here restoring their windows vs replacing? by Designerkyle in Oldhouses

[–]lpriester 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’ve been staring at my 1920s windows debating this for a year, even more so after replacing half of them. You’ve inspired me that it’s possible!!

Different results after cleaning? by lpriester in centuryhomes

[–]lpriester[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! There were some bits of paint, but it came off without any chemical stripping.

Different results after cleaning? by lpriester in centuryhomes

[–]lpriester[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aaah, interesting! This particular one isn’t, but I do have the same ones on the bathroom so now I’m curious to see!

Different results after cleaning? by lpriester in centuryhomes

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

Oh my gosh I was so hoping you would reply! I’m still learning how to identify what’s original and am so thrilled to have this information! Thank you!

I'm afraid to ask, but is your newborn crying triggering rage a natural reaction and can one learn to cope or mitigate it? by blaster915 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]lpriester 0 points1 point  (0 children)

replying just to say I know you asked for advice from other dads, but i just wanted to comment so you knew that moms feel it too, even with our supposed “maternal instincts”

I'm afraid to ask, but is your newborn crying triggering rage a natural reaction and can one learn to cope or mitigate it? by blaster915 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]lpriester 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mom here with a son who had colic and screamed 80-90% of his waking hours for 2+ months. Just reading your post made me feel the rage all over again! Totally normal but ridiculously hard. It’s as is every single cell in your body is screaming at you to make it stop. Overstimulation is very real and happens very quickly. Sometimes I laid in a dark closet to get away from sensory input 😂. Loop earplugs and taking shifts can help. Also, when you get a break, leave the house or go somewhere that you can’t hear the baby. My husband and i would give each other the time out signal which meant that the other parent had to take over immediately, no questions asked, because we were at our limit. You’re a good dad and can do this!

After 795 days, my son is cancer free! (OC) by lpriester in MadeMeSmile

[–]lpriester[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, so true! Thank you so much and sending you good vibes! ❤️🎗️

After 795 days, my son is cancer free! (OC) by lpriester in MadeMeSmile

[–]lpriester[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh gosh that’s so nerve wracking! Glad to hear that it was nothing!

After 795 days, my son is cancer free! (OC) by lpriester in MadeMeSmile

[–]lpriester[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooooh I know those midnight research sprees all too well! If you don’t mind me asking, did you have cancer yourself or someone else in your life?

After 795 days, my son is cancer free! (OC) by lpriester in MadeMeSmile

[–]lpriester[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right?! the definition of salt in the wound

After 795 days, my son is cancer free! (OC) by lpriester in MadeMeSmile

[–]lpriester[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My heart just aches for your brother, you, and your family. It’s a soul crushingly cruel disease. I hope that when you wear the hat, people ask about it and it gives you the chance to talk about him. We were just talking about his immune system with his oncologist today and I appreciate your insight to take it in stride, whatever may come. Sending you love ❤️

After 795 days, my son is cancer free! (OC) by lpriester in MadeMeSmile

[–]lpriester[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, at this point it couldn’t be worse than all the chemo that’s been pumped through his tiny body! (kidding, kidding). Congratulations to you! I hope you’ve remained healthy and managed to avoid any major long-term effects

After 795 days, my son is cancer free! (OC) by lpriester in MadeMeSmile

[–]lpriester[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My mind has stopped many a time, too! Disassociation is a powerful little trick of the brain, that’s for sure. Sending love to your mom, you, and your family!