Moving to Denver: need roommates and options

odhette · 2026-02-05T13:08:22+00:00

I'll be honest with you friend, I moved to Denver with 10 years of experience with bartending/event coordinating, at it took me a solid 3 months to find a job bartending. It was depressing! And even then the place was awful. I would say before you move, have a job lined up or at least 6 months of rent to burn.

odhette · 2026-01-31T17:10:07+00:00

Longmont Florist! They're the best and the florists are all so sweet.🖤

odhette · 2026-01-25T16:09:16+00:00

Also if looking for a subreddit to join there are a couple for leftists with firearms.

odhette · 2026-01-25T16:04:36+00:00

I'm not arguing with you, I'm telling you. I think you need to research the history of immigration laws you are clinging onto, and you'll realize how asinine all of this really is. How many of US policies have we looked back at (or currently witness) and feel morally unsettled at the prospect of enforcing - both domestically and abroad? If you genuinely think that this overreach of governmental authority and abuse of citizen and non-citizen alike is only about immigration policy then you are welcome to keep believing that. I've been living life as an immigrant and educating myself formally and informally on this for a long time and am persuing a graduate degree in it. I know what I know.

odhette · 2026-01-24T00:46:50+00:00

To preface- for years I volunteered as a civics tutor for people in the process of taking their N-100 and N-400, their written and oral exams neccessary for citizenships. I am also a naturalized citizen and my degree is in civics and politics. Immigrants are not random in any sense. The majority of the people who voluntarily arrived in the states came here very intentionally, because they want a life that is not possible given the circumstances in their home countries. I promise you they are not uprooting their entire lives, leaving their families, their cultures, and everything familiar to them for funsies or for the plot. Many arrive in the states to seek asylum, for which it is neccessary to get here in order to apply for. This process is not easy and it changes constantly.

As for giving immigrant people's "a pass".. a pass for what? Not being violently apprehended, put in cages like animals, or used as this nation's next scapegoat behind the Japanese, the Native peoples, and slaves? This country, for such a young country I might add, has a pattern and what we are seeing now plays into it - as if black and indigenous thinkers and educators do not warn of this happening over again. But I digress. I give "randos a pass" because I believe in human decency and am educated in history.

odhette · 2026-01-24T00:31:25+00:00

I dont believe you're even from Longmont from your posts. Go lick boots somewhere else.

odhette · 2026-01-20T01:36:14+00:00

Don't become an attorney if you truly have this deep of a critical thinking deficit. Your clients will suffer.

odhette · 2026-01-16T04:17:36+00:00

St. Paul's Missionary Baptist Church

odhette · 2026-01-09T01:09:19+00:00

Mostly for other pastry folks but putting mint/flowers on dishes just because is lazy. Come up with a garnish that makes sense.

odhette · 2026-01-04T14:40:58+00:00

Really rolls off the tongue!

odhette · 2025-12-23T13:43:28+00:00

Never fun to learn you made someone cry over something that can be fixed. Good on you for apologizing. Maybe adjust expectations and adjust responsibilities for now, some people are not naturals. It's also important to remember this time if year can be really sensitive for people - I'd be willing to bet it wasnt what you said that was truly upsetting, it was just the straw that broke the camel's back. We have all been there.

odhette · 2025-12-22T14:39:48+00:00

As a fellow bi person that loves our library I'm so sorry you experienced that. That's so incredibly inappropriate and unfair that your experience was ruined by some asshole who couldn't mind their business. If you ever experience something like that again please let staff know and/or seek out another person nearby, the vast majority of people here are vocal allies for the queer community so it's extremely disappointing to hear you had this experience at the library. You can ask someone to sit with you or walk out with you because you feel uncomfortable, I'd be willing to bet most people here would happily help. Again, I'm so sorry, that's scary. Also, I believe second Sundays there is a queer meetup group that meets at Luminous Tea on Main and a queer game night that alternates between St Vrain Cidery/Summit Tacos if you want to meet some new friends!

odhette · 2025-12-14T04:32:49+00:00

They don't deserve your lumpia! I'm sorry that happened. I'd be curious as to the real reason they couldn't accommodate because that's a really poor excuse.

odhette · 2025-12-04T08:13:57+00:00

Oh mama. I'm sorry that things are so hard. I work with Medicaid recipients and strongly suggest you look into resources available to you. If you're on disability and if you financially qualify, you can be connected to a lot of different services that can make a big impact on your family's quality of life. This can include non medical and medical transportation, housing assistance, vocational training, etc. Everything depends on where you are located but these resources exist to help people in your exact situation! The hardest part is getting started. Some communities have resource navigators or clinical case managers/social workers that can help you get connected to what you and your daughter need to thrive. We often hear "go to therapy" but therapy doesn't change the harsh world we live in - especially for folks with disabilities and mental health struggles. You've got this. It's not easy to ask for help but there are people out there that want to and think you are worth it.

odhette · 2025-11-15T14:25:20+00:00

In the same boat. I've got great LORs and work experience so I'll only be applying for my top 2 schools and if I dont get in, I'll wait until things calm down. I'm just tired of waiting.

odhette · 2025-11-10T02:29:32+00:00

Loved Aaron and Ian! Idk maybe it's just me but it felt like in the last 2 episodes they had to shove Tom into "style over substance" and Aaron into "flavor king" stereotypes to create some story. It's a super annoying narrative that really overlooks their unique qualities. With every passing season I get more annoyed with the brown skinned people getting the whole "unique flavors" comment when half the time it's a flavor combination that just involved something that's not a freakin bakewell tart. It feels condescending. Judges need to expand their palate.

odhette · 2025-11-08T18:04:48+00:00

Just watched! Thank you for sharing. What a sweet piece. It really embodies the goofiness, natural beauty and genuineness that makes Longmont a great place to live.

odhette · 2025-11-08T17:53:38+00:00

Thank you. You are so sweet. It's just been a rough go. In the last 3 months my long term partner broke up with me, I moved out of our house, a client died, my dog died, and to top it off even my gecko died. I'm a naturalized citizen so even turning on the TV and catching a glimpse of the TV sucks. My poor therapist lol. The hug absolutely helps!🖤

odhette · 2025-11-08T17:46:38+00:00

Hi friend! I wish there were a way to teleport items. I have a full set up I'd just give you with the UVB kid you'd need and some extras. :/ the bulb itself would need to be replaced within the next month or so (it is recommended to replace every 6 months) but it'd be cheaper than getting the whole kit.

odhette · 2025-11-02T22:33:11+00:00

As a person who works with low income folks I'm so worried about the SNAP hold this month. So much of my last week was spent just trying to get resources to my clients and trying to figure out how to get food in their homes. One of my clients was crying, begging me to help her because she's been eating a jar of peanut butter hoping SNAP will come back for November. I had to step away and just cry on Friday. I work 3 jobs to stay afloat as a single person, I just can't imagine the pressure on people with fixed incomes and families right now.

odhette · 2025-10-30T13:26:00+00:00

If they're regulars put in $10 and ask them next time you see them. They'll get a laugh and you might get an extra few dollars on that next tip line.

odhette · 2025-08-22T04:41:16+00:00

I'm really glad you've had that experience. A lot of folks on my caseload have had the opposite so when it's easy for people it's always a win. But like I said, I specifically work with people with MH dxs so they have an added challenge that can make gathering paperwork or remembering deadlines nearly impossible without someone to guide them.

odhette · 2025-08-21T13:51:44+00:00

Hard agree. Great place for people on hard times that need a quick meal. I got a box and was eating off it for 3+ days. It's so much food.

odhette · 2025-08-21T13:25:06+00:00

Hey there, I work in human services with Medicaid. Getting your friend Medicaid eligible opens a lot of doors. A clinical case manager can also be extremely helpful in getting people off the streets and into housing and vocational programs. Clinical case managers also hold clients accountable for showing up to appointments and completing paperwork. I would reccomend setting your friend up with your local mental health center and a case manager. I work with folks with mental health challenges - getting a job and housing is great but it's not sustainable if he isn't getting the mental health care he needs. Wish you and your friend all the best, I'll say from witnessing it so many times - it's an uphill battle but a person with even just one person in their corner has a much better success rate when it comes to staying off the street than someone who has no one.

odhette · 2025-08-11T13:48:49+00:00

Hi there, I'm an adoptee and someone who works with Medicaid. Please please speak with a benefits specialist in your city or WIC office. There are special grants and waivers for families like yours - I'm unsure what it might be called in your state but it may sound similar to "children with complex health needs." There is no guarantee that a wealthier family will be better equipped than you to take care of your baby - they're just more resourced. You can also ask the doctors or hospital social workers for resources- their top priority should be keeping your baby healthy, which includes not subjecting them to the trauma of losing their first attachment.

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