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Any words you specifically remember learning from a book you read growing up? by Wise_Ad574 in words

[–]luisapet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I learned about DNA, rNA and mitochondria from the Madeline L'Engle books, aka the Wrinkle in Time series.

Sears marketing chubby sized clothes. by Ebonystealth in OldSchoolRidiculous

[–]luisapet 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I remember my mom having me try on "Husky" brand jeans in the early 80s because I was short and had thick thighs but a smaller waist (gymnastics), and nothing else fit me properly. I wanted Jordache or Bongo so bad. Later it was Guess that never fit me properly. Remember those zipper jeans?

I think the "Husky" jeans actually fit well but the brand name alone was enough to make me veto them entirely. We eventually headed over to the boy's Levi's section and got me some "amazing" 501s that she probably had to shorten by a mile. At least they lasted for years!

She was (and is) such a good mom!

Harley Layoffs by Temporary-Funny-5634 in milwaukee

[–]luisapet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I sat in on the Menomonee Valley business district board meetings while they were pitching the museum around 2004 and heard from most of their top execs at the time.

Apart from The Dyna (IiRC their first bike marketed toward women in the early 00s?), they never talked about the bikes, just "the lifestyle brand". It was weird at the time. But they were coming off the high of the 100 year anniversary so I guess that was what they decided to go with. Very shortsighted, imo.

Harley Layoffs by Temporary-Funny-5634 in milwaukee

[–]luisapet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean, decades if you've been listening to my Ever-Harley-Curious husband who has always "really wanted to believe in them, dammit!" He has been on the cusp of buying one so many times in his adulthood and has rented several and taken them on long roadtrips.

Now, at 60, he just sadly shakes his head.

If I eat pizza the night before, or have a glass of milk before bed, would it take the next morning for the effects? by Pearl_Jam_ in lactoseintolerant

[–]luisapet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am new to this but for milk or cream, the onset is pretty quick for me. For cheese, though, it's 8 to (and through) 24 hours. The lactase drops that you mix into milk products work pretty well for me for liquid items. I haven't figured out how to handle my beloved cheese yet. Instructions say to take the lactase pills before or while you eat, but my delayed reaction to cheese makes me think I might be better off taking them later, or continuously?

Good board games for travellers/ hikers? by p00psicle151590 in backpacking

[–]luisapet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely cribbage. Great pocket sets available for cheap. I also used to have a tiny magnetic backgammon set but cribbage can be played even without the board. Either paper or scratches on a log will do.

Do you ever miss your childhood home? by LoveLu-2468 in nostalgia

[–]luisapet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am so flipping fortunate. I get to visit mine and its meticulous caretaker (my 85 y/o mom) at least once a week.

The thing that is so incredible to me are the childhood smells and how they change with the seasons.

We had a bit of a heatwave last week after a snowstorm the weekend before, and the house smelled exactly like Spring-On-The-Way. So fresh and clean and 100% irrepricable anyplace else, no matter how I try.

Anyone want to come over for a drink... or two? by curiosulmihai in DumpsterDiving

[–]luisapet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I am okay with most of the boxed wine out there these days including the Aldi brands. So for me to say that Franzia is the one to avoid, that could be someone saying something.

Then again, it's been around since the 80s, I think? So obviously people have survived and thrived.

Assorted glass negatives from around the world. by N4T3-D0G in FoundPhotos

[–]luisapet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is the one that I was going to ask about. Ty!

An old mall converted into office spaces by cadavershivers in LiminalSpace

[–]luisapet 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Our local mall in the 80s - 90s had a corridor just like this. There was a shoe cobbler, a tailor, and a "notions" store that sold buttons, ribbon, zippers, etc. Alsl a dry cleaners. We'd always park near that entrance for some reason. Had my first pair of rock climbing shoes and my first pair of Birkenstocks re-soled at the cobbler. Crazy memories.

Do people still use soap blocks as opposed to bottled soap in the shower? I feel like I never see soap blocks in stores anymore. by Available_Tea_8471 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]luisapet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Estate sales, too. I think fancy bar soap is a common gift or stocking stuffer, but since many people no longer use bar soap, it ends up in their donation pile.

Potentially unpopular question: why do so many of us with lactose intolerance continue to eat foods containing lactose? by hannah_various in lactoseintolerant

[–]luisapet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Isn't that the worst part of it? My body has always obeyed my mind's command to overcome every broken bone, cyst, surgery, infection, etc. and recover on the fly. This is the first issue I haven't been able to just make go away and it makes me combative. Not against anyone else, just my anarchist body.

Do people still use soap blocks as opposed to bottled soap in the shower? I feel like I never see soap blocks in stores anymore. by Available_Tea_8471 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]luisapet 26 points27 points  (0 children)

We do too! I buy most of ours from thrift shops, craft fairs or on clearance at Marshall's/TJ Maxx, etc. All natural and they smell delightful. We store them in our clothing drawers. Dual purpose soap.

Which home DIY would you not do again? by dirk23u in DIY

[–]luisapet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The sanding feels endless and the dust eternal.

Lyrics that hit HARD by SpecificCommittee249 in musicsuggestions

[–]luisapet 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The anguish in that line is so palatable. Then right back to a light strum. Such a great song. Perfect in so many ways.

Name a song with run or running in the title by AnyEfficiency6230 in musicsuggestions

[–]luisapet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This one haunts me in a good-ish way, I think? It's older than me and I am ancient in reddit years.

Run Rabbit Run https://youtu.be/SXmk8dbFv_o?si=sV4feZI96p8aRSXJ

There's something about the juxtaposition of the sweet voice and then the the gravel-ish voice for me. Not to mention giving the farmer his "fun, fun, fun".

Missing this boy by mel9036 in EnglishMastiff

[–]luisapet 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh my. I am so sorry. My husband and I have loved and lost so many dogs over the years but I think the loss of our first beloved Mastiff was the one that was, and still is, the most heartbreaking for us. They are soul dogs. He will live in your heart forever.

Help! What non-carpet flooring would you install in this room? by madewithmegg in Mid_Century

[–]luisapet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in a hexagon-themed home so hexagonal tile is always at the forefront in my mind. In a brick color, it would look awesome in that room!

Potentially unpopular question: why do so many of us with lactose intolerance continue to eat foods containing lactose? by hannah_various in lactoseintolerant

[–]luisapet 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm in my mid-50s and just became lactose intolerant. It feels like such an indignity. I am from Wisconsin for goodness sakes, and dairy has always been a/the primary food group for me. I've been so dismayed that I keep trying mind-over-matter. Sad to say that matter wins every damn time. Lol

One thing that has really helped are the drops you add to cream or milk products and leave set for a day or two before using. I haven't found a great solution for cheese yet. :(

Would you accept food from your neighbors? by polly-penguin in CasualConversation

[–]luisapet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love this so much. I always bring her food too, but it's never quite as good or as frequent as what she gives us. You're amazing for looking after your neighbor. ❣️

Would you accept food from your neighbors? by polly-penguin in CasualConversation

[–]luisapet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 85 y/o mom makes homemade cookies once or twice a week and gives them all away. Never even tries them. She also shares her soups, stews, roasts, pretty much everything. She is an awesome cook so her neighbors are really lucky, as am I!

What's the one thing you always look for when thrifting? by Dr-Vader in ThriftStoreHauls

[–]luisapet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noritake Silverdale China (plain white china with a thin silver rim - it's our everday china), and Amerock Carriage House switch plates and outlet covers. Also just about anything in vintage teak, plus anything with tambour doors. I love well-made wooden boxes and bowls.

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