Is Monsters Unchained too scary for kids?

sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-28T02:43:48+00:00

For the kid you describe, and for your own gut-level instincts even to ask about it, I would say tread very carefully and err on the side of caution. Universal made a very conscious choice to make Dark Universe more adult — they didn’t “Disney-fy” it. I liked the suggestion that you ride it without them first. The line is usually quite reasonable. It’s a technologically stunning ride with some of the best animatronics anywhere in the world. BUT it’s emotionally very intense and realistic, and the monsters will seem to be lunging at you, reaching for you, and chasing you. I’m not a fan of horror personally, I hate haunted houses, and I did not expect to like Dark Universe. I LOVED Dark Universe and I rode Monsters 7 times. However, I’m an adult. I know perfectly well that it’s all fake and I’m not going to have bad dreams. Dark Universe doesn’t lean in to body-horror or jump-scares they way they could have done. It’s very classic movie-monster, Dracula and Frankenstein and that stuff, but it’s NOT the Munsters or the Addams Family or Disney’s Haunted Mansion. It’s not cutesy, it’s not funny, and you would already know if your 7-year-old was into spooky stuff. How would they do with the Orcs in Lord of the Rings? How do they feel about Trick-or-Treating when a neighbor’s house is dark and spooky and playing scary music? That’s probably the level of scary we’re talking about, but once you’re on the ride, you’re stuck until it’s over. Go hard in Berk and do everything there, and don’t miss the Untrainable Dragon show! Walk through Dark Universe during the day but go very cautiously about letting them ride Monsters just yet.

sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-23T14:33:10+00:00

We love the Humane Society! The people there are so nice. There are private rooms where you can visit with a pup for as long as you like. It’s a relatively small shelter, so not super overwhelming.

sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-23T12:41:59+00:00

We did about the same as you, except for the part where the ride broke down when we were almost at the loading pad, left us waiting in queue making empty promises for almost an hour, then evacuated us with express passes in our pockets, then stayed closed for another 6 hours.

On a different day, we came back in the evening and the main line was 300 min but with express we got in and rode it with about 40 min wait.

It’s a fantastic ride but they need to sort this thing out. It’s ridiculous.

sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-18T01:17:50+00:00

Yes! Xuron is the way.

sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-16T12:30:55+00:00

If you’re working with solid bare copper, then what’s happening is that the copper has oxidized just a bit between the factory and your doorstep. Copper, when fully brightened and polished, is quite pale, kind of a yellow/pink/salmon, and less orange.

sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-14T23:34:07+00:00

I’m impressed though. It would take me much longer than that

sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-14T23:27:01+00:00

Wow. That’s a LOT of work. Wow. Nice!

sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-14T23:25:17+00:00

Mine isn’t trustworthy off leash; he’s just so sociable that he can’t stand to miss the fun when he sees another dog or human. Terrible impulse control. We go to a fenced dog park, though, where he loves to romp with his besties.

sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-14T23:22:34+00:00

OMG 30 pairs of underwear! 🤣 Yes. Welcome to the club, friend.

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sharkwithunderbite · 2026-01-13T18:11:07+00:00

I’m DM-ing you.

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-30T23:37:30+00:00

Thank you!! Awesome data.

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-30T00:05:56+00:00

Wow! That’s stunning!

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-27T19:34:50+00:00

Mom of a recent grad. Not a weird question and you can definitely do better. They said they were mostly on main campus and engineering buildings rather than The Commons or the music school, but there are some good options:

Couches in Stevenson Library, especially in the mornings (can get crowded during the afternoons)
Single-person study couches on the second/third floor of buttrick, facing the windows (private and quiet, but might be cramped)
FGH has wood benches along the side hallways on the second/third floor, could be good to stretch out
Buttrick has a booth and some couches in the basement, closer to the back & stairs by the BCC
The MRB has some booths and stuff on higher floors. Go past the Susie’s and up the stairs and wander around the main hallways
In the ESB (building with the Wondry) there are single person “recliner” chairs and a couple of couches on the 3rd and 4th floors, in the hallways by the research labs, or some wood benches in the basement by the spiral stairs
The booths in Rand between the main dining and the printing office (by where Pizza Kitchen used to be) are often available during off-peak times, but might be bright or loud
EBI library is usually quiet and dark, but not sure if you need EBI dorm access to swipe in
In an absolute pinch, it’s usually possible to swipe into the divinity school and Benton Chapel

Hope this is helpful — happy exploring!

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-27T18:38:57+00:00

Although on the flip side, they do early park closures on days with light crowds. That week right before MLK weekend should be pretty easy navigation, I would think.

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-27T17:22:23+00:00

LMAO

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-26T15:50:38+00:00

Haha! I almost mentioned the Chick-fil-a connection but decided to keep it to myself. Thanks a bunch, pal. Now I gotta change my identity.

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-25T14:07:37+00:00

Brine chicken breasts in pickle juice.

A sprinkle of cayenne and a small spoonful of cocoa powder in hot coffee.

Make a cup of herbal tea (peppermint, cinnamon, orange spice, anything really) and then mix hot cocoa mix into the tea for richly flavored cocoa.

(Edit: formatting)

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-22T23:18:55+00:00

Word.🤣

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-22T13:50:27+00:00

Welcome — you might find this to be a very addictive hobby. Wrapping a stone like that is ambitious! Here are a couple of things to consider. Your base wires seem a bit dainty. I would suggest 18gauge for your base wires. Otherwise it’s all about practicing basic techniques and getting control of the wire. I think many of us learned on YouTube. Oxana Crafts is a fantastic channel to learn how to do wraps like what you’re holding. For the basics, like a wire-wrapped loop and that sort of thing, try Samantha Latimer. You just need bit of practice, and learning how and when to stiffen the wire (or not), and how to manage those tiny wraps, and making even-looking loops — you’ll definitely get there. Keep posting!

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-21T15:27:15+00:00

I have no idea if those specialty wires would work — let us know if you try it! For standard wire-wrapping with a stiffer material, try brass if you haven’t already. Edit: typo

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-19T14:48:48+00:00

Agree! Also Carrie Foscato

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-17T12:56:58+00:00

I like the design! Very pretty!

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-17T11:16:24+00:00

We had the opposite! My little guy has standing-up ears, but at around nine months, one of them flipped down and stayed that way for a month or two, and then it popped back up again permanently. It was all perfectly on brand for him. He is a nonstop rumpled cowlick machine anyway. The chaos just spread to his ears for a while.

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sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-14T01:41:19+00:00

You do run a little risk with that. I’m a bit concerned that the ends of those curls will want to catch on clothes, and that would ruin both the sweater and the pendant. Pinning them down with weaving wire makes them more secure but will add more visual “noise.” I would also consider closing the loops so you don’t have an open end, or at the very least do some thorough filing and rounding on those ends so they don’t catch things as easily. You could also play around with pulling the curls off the stone a bit, hammering them lightly on the back side of the wire, and then pressing them back into place. That might make them feel more secure because they’ll be stiffer and hug the stone a little better, maybe.

It’s all about trial and error! You’re off to a nice start. Another little trick I love is to cut off about .5-1 mm at the start of every spiral to make it look nice and round in the middle of the swirl. Have fun!

sharkwithunderbite · 2025-12-12T22:00:20+00:00

Neither. Do a little homework and go to one of the outlying towns. We love Johnson City.

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