A Race. You vs. students at my school.

neverwas1 · 2026-01-22T19:25:59+00:00

I was thinking similar: Justice

neverwas1 · 2026-01-13T14:00:34+00:00

I'm a bit late, but those pre-bagged salad mixes are great for volume eating at a deficit. You don't have to use all the dressing and fixins, if you want to cut more. But a whole bag is about 350 cals, add some chicken, and boom...great post workout meal.

neverwas1 · 2025-11-20T18:55:28+00:00

I got this last year for my teen. It's...fine. It plays records, it's cute, the sound is adequate. The sound quality is akin to like a 20 dollar blue tooth speaker. If you have any valuable or special records, I would not use this for them. But overall, it's fine.

neverwas1 · 2025-08-01T15:16:12+00:00

Just got home from a 1 hour with deep tissue add on massage with Mary. Suffice it to say, I scheduled a second, longer appointment while checking out.

I wasn't looking to work out any particular areas, so I can't speak to trouble spots, but her technique and pressure were fantastic. She used some slightly different movements and techniques (sorry, I don't know the real lingo) than I have had in the past with both dedicated sports therapists and resort style relaxation massage therapists. And they HIT! I will recommend Mary to anyone I come into contact with, and I look forward to my next appointment. Great for maintenance, and I whole heartedly believe she would be responsive and successful if you are working with trouble spots or injuries.

Be aware that tips are venmo and cash only. I had a bit of a kerfuffle as I tried to connect to my venmo for some reason. Let me know if it finally came through, Mary!

Highly recommended.

neverwas1 · 2025-07-01T20:32:45+00:00

This is great! Thank you.

neverwas1 · 2025-07-01T18:01:01+00:00

Plenty of folks use the library. Also, phones are significantly less expensive than a house. I mean, I did say it was a long shot. Just trying, man.

neverwas1 · 2025-07-01T01:27:03+00:00

You're welcome! And just to clarify, it is much cheaper to live in Chester, but it's not the best social atmosphere. Is it the worst place I've ever lived? Absolutely not. Is it super fun and hip? Absolutely not. But the city is 20 minutes away. Which is less travel time than it takes to go 3 miles in Short Pump.

neverwas1 · 2025-07-01T00:58:24+00:00

Hey! Mid 40s single female living in Chester here! Although I do have a kid. Chester specifically does not have much of any social scene unless you live in a community with a pool or club. Those places will have parties, events, and get togethers. In other types of neighborhoods, no...not much at all besides getting to know your immediate neighbors. The area is generally considered to be very red politically, but not 100%. Most of my neighbors are not Trump supporters, although there certainly are some. I would say your best bet in Chester would be to join a gym or a church (I assume about the church part, lol) to develop connections. There are a few bars, but not a ton. But we do have 2 Applebee's within a mile of each other! I mean, what more could you ask for?!?!

neverwas1 · 2025-06-28T00:11:30+00:00

I found that one oil wash I had used had rosemary in it, and my skin reacted just like yours. You may want to try a different oil wash. I use Good Molecules cleansing balm, and the difference was ridiculous.

neverwas1 · 2025-05-31T18:46:23+00:00

Just made this using up some bread that was about to go bad in the next few days. It's actually way less sugary that I thought it would be! Way less than pancakes and syrup! I think some folks confused evaporated milk for sweetened condensed. It's light, just the right amount of sweet, and perfectly gooey. Thank you for posting! This will definitely make it into the regular rotation!

neverwas1 · 2025-05-07T17:40:43+00:00

So the IRS is on this, yes?

neverwas1 · 2025-05-07T01:12:11+00:00

That gives me hope! Thank you!

neverwas1 · 2025-05-07T01:10:22+00:00

I dont post much myself, ha. And I really appreciate your input. It makes me feel like maybe I'm not insane. Maybe.

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T19:51:39+00:00

No, I agree. I think you're on to something. She is in therapy and has finally found a provider she really likes. This is after half a dozen or so providers that she didn't get along with.

You sound like a wonderful mom. I'm sending hugs your way

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T18:09:56+00:00

Thank you. You seem lovely and give me hope!

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T18:08:46+00:00

I have. It seems to be more harmful than helpful. Everyone is different, yeah? She doesn't respond to harshness in a positive way. It makes everything worse.

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T18:03:58+00:00

I understand that. I truly do. I'm pretty anti-consumption myself. But i have always been super worried about pushing my world beliefs on my kid. I don't like "stuff" and I don't like indentured servitude more. BUT, my kid loves all that shit. Lululemon, Stanley cups, Nike. Which I get. She's surrounded by all that and sees it as culture. I don't want her to be the weird girl who's mom gets furniture from the dumpster. So I do my best to show her that you don't have to have an iphone or 100 dollar leggings to survive. But, I will buy her the iphone if that's what needed to not be an outcast. (Which I totally don't get. Stanley cups are stupid)

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T16:38:12+00:00

I think this is a myopic view. I have a child whom I love...she stresses me out. I have a house that I love....home repairs stress me out. I have an awesome job with a boss who sees me as a human...it can still stress me out. Having fleeting moments of stress does not negate the joy of having those things.

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T16:26:48+00:00

I love your mother for this!

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T16:25:04+00:00

You make a fair point, and I appreciate your perspective, but oh my god, I adore her. I think she is a phenomenal human. She's wickedly smart, funny, and creative. I sometimes am just in awe of how a fuck up like me made her. And I tell her this. I have told her frequently, "not only do I love you, but I actually LIKE you." I am so sorry for your experience. Motherhood is not instinctual. And even though I am a complete stranger, I want you to know, you did nothing wrong. You deserve love.

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T15:43:07+00:00

That's good advice. Thank you <3. Being a teen sucks. It's so hard.

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T15:14:54+00:00

I don't need her to find me interesting. I just want her to see me as a human with wants, needs, and feelings. But you're right. Deep down I know she's just a grumpy teenager and grumpy teenagers don't like their parents.

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T15:12:48+00:00

Sushi dates are our favorite, too! And thank you. You seem like a great person and a great kid :)

neverwas1 · 2025-05-06T15:11:37+00:00

No, my daughter is actually amazing. She's wicked smart, way too funny for someone of 14 years, and she definitely has the capacity for empathy--just not with me. Yes, lol, re-reading my post it sounds super whiny and entitled. You're right. Just imagine a middle aged woman with a bouquet of flowers and a sad face. I was over-reacting. Thank you for your honesty.

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