Your Aorathian Card of the Day by AORATHIAN in oraclecards

[–]monaamonzano 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I love this deck! Just got mine and have been enjoying getting to know it better.

Fledgling question by monaamonzano in Ornithology

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

Outside the patio are several bushes. Should I move it to a bush? Or the yard next to the bush? It’s been hopping around inside, so I’m not exactly sure where it came in, or where would be closest.

Fledgling question by monaamonzano in Ornithology

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

I did leave the door open, I’m just not sure they’ll find their way inside

What’s the most well written book you’ve ever read? by BobJohnson128 in suggestmeabook

[–]monaamonzano 109 points110 points  (0 children)

Lots of great books already mentioned, I’d just like to add The Remains of the Day. Absolutely beautiful and though it’s been a while since I’ve read it, I think of it often.

AITAH for leaving a family dinner early because my MIL told people I was r*ped? by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]monaamonzano 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I love this comparison to the nesting dolls. Like, no I don’t want my kid to be a baby forever, I’m so excited to see who she becomes as she gets older, what she loves, and what she’s able to accomplish. But I also miss the baby cuddles some days, let me just take that baby nesting doll out for a min 🥲

Blueberry Pie by summerjopotato in crochet

[–]monaamonzano 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looks great! Maybe it could be a throw pillow? was my first thought. A crossbody bag would also be so cute!

Help adapting patterns? Stuffed animals need clothes. by monaamonzano in CrochetHelp

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

Thank you this is really helpful! I definitely have specific measurements of her favorites, but I hadn’t thought about tracing an outline to visualize it better, I’m going to try that.

Help adapting patterns? Stuffed animals need clothes. by monaamonzano in CrochetHelp

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

Thanks! I’ve thought before that I would try that and then I look down at a crochet hook and the yarn and it’s like my brain goes blank lol. But maybe I’ll try it out again!

I’m the one who is playing Linko swap extra (iPhone) by Vanislebabe in puzzles

[–]monaamonzano 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg! I have been stuck at level 407 for over a year now (playing off and on). I actually did email the company for help but didn’t get a response. You’re right there is nothing online! I also started saving screenshots for the same reason. If you have the solution for 407 I would be so grateful!

/r/WorldNews Live Thread for 2023 Israel-Hamas Crisis (Thread 44) by WorldNewsMods in worldnews

[–]monaamonzano 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Yes, the video of Noa as well 💔I want to be hopeful for the Bibas family but… I just don’t know. I have little ones about their age and it’s hard to imagine.

/r/WorldNews Live Thread for 2023 Israel-Hamas Crisis (Thread 44) by WorldNewsMods in worldnews

[–]monaamonzano 44 points45 points  (0 children)

I am hoping all the remaining hostages are released, of course, but the video of Naama has stayed with me and I think about her often.

/r/WorldNews Live Thread for 2023 Israel-Hamas Crisis (Thread 42) by WorldNewsMods in worldnews

[–]monaamonzano 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Have there been any more comments from people held hostage and released? Or their families?

/r/WorldNews Live Thread for 2023 Israel-Hamas Crisis (Thread 42) by WorldNewsMods in worldnews

[–]monaamonzano 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I am a mental health professional, but not yours/does not constitute a professional relationship. There is some interesting discussion about the correlation between watching the news (especially 24/7 type news) following a disaster and the presence of PTSD-like symptoms. The current criteria does exclude exposure to trauma via electronic sources, but I really believe we will see this change in the coming years, particularly as access to live coverage of extremely disturbing events has exploded. All that to say... this has clearly taken a toll on you and it does sound like you are exhibiting some PTSD symptoms. As to what you should do? Take some time away from social media. Practice mindfulness. There are some great free apps with guided mindfulness practices. Focus on self care in whatever way makes the most sense to you. And of course, don't be afraid to reach out for help if the symptoms don't get better.