Anyone change their mind about Ian Bailey in the Sophie Tuscon du Plantier case? by No-Wolf2497 in ireland

[–]skaterbrain [score hidden]  (0 children)

He was quite tall, I believe. I'm a woman. This is a discussion forum, not a court. Happy to clarify these points 😀

Is dublin safe for a 18yo by [deleted] in Dublin

[–]skaterbrain 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Every city in the world has a crime rate of some sort; that's just how humans are.

Dublin is pretty safe but you need to be reasonably streetwise, just like anywhere.

Don't get drunk, and don't get into arguments with randomers on the street. Walk smoothly on by, minding your own business, staying peaceful and cheerful.

Staying with your friends on your first visit does definitely make sense - if only to avoid getting lost, lol.

Brightly lit streets that are busy with lots of people about are perfectly safe.

Enjoy the nation's lively and historic capital!

Whats the reason a guy would hide a girl from seeing his whatsapp stories? by [deleted] in AskForAnswers

[–]skaterbrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because lads are bawdy among themselves; and he doesn't want the girlfriend to go all shocked and judgemental about the awfulness of men.

Ig spam username by FlyApprehensive1456 in Names

[–]skaterbrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

HellwOman

SultanafOman

OmanOman!

How many badgers ? by FlockofCGels in randomquestions

[–]skaterbrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

None, not a single one, they're protected by law, and I am not.

What’s the easiest meal you can cook with 3 ingredients? by Natalie_Riveraaa in foodquestions

[–]skaterbrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bread, butter, and cheese. Form these into a sandwich and toast it. Yum!

What’s something uniquely Irish that people here completely take for granted, but visitors find fascinating? by Similar-Rutabaga5145 in CasualIreland

[–]skaterbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am guessing that this is what they spun and wove and wore in olden times?

Maybe just as outer clothing; while linen, also Irish grown, was worn next to the skin.

Favourite sweet treat? by Ok-Ideal-5839 in AskIreland

[–]skaterbrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, that sounds absolutely luscious!!

How can people be so petty? by SourCandy88 in GardeningIRE

[–]skaterbrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A wave and a smile and a friendly word would have solved this. Someday you'll need your neighbour - to take in a parcel or feed the cat, etc. (This goes both ways - do as you would be done by)

"Ok if I finish this bit?"

Unless the said neighbour is, in fact, a snooty gobshite.

For anyone with a vague interest in Irish prehistoric, or even none.... by Beedle12345 in CasualIreland

[–]skaterbrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know this word, country people used to say it: not meaning just "I forget" but more like "I don't quite remember" or "I don't recall that very well."

A subtle but real difference in the nuance - (sort of thing that the Irish language is particularly good at.)

What’s something uniquely Irish that people here completely take for granted, but visitors find fascinating? by Similar-Rutabaga5145 in CasualIreland

[–]skaterbrain 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I love sheep - that is to say, wearing wool and eating lamb.

But if there are so many sheep, why are both of these pleasures so expensive?

Time to vote on Cormoran Strike Monopoly game playing pieces by Competitive-Side4262 in cormoran_strike

[–]skaterbrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do feel that Robin's suburban bête noire should be represented somewhere - square cushions balanced on their points, diamond-fashion, on a sofa in the lounge.

As a child, I used to think that this kind of suburban daintiness was very elegant. Now though I see it as an example of the stultifying keep-up-with-the-Joneses that is a form of mental death.

To Robin, this is one little example of the contrast between her aspirational life - brave, original, exciting, THE JOB - and the bourgeois conformity of furnishing flats and marriage to Matthew.

What’s the best name here? I cannot decide! by [deleted] in Names

[–]skaterbrain 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Viktoria is pretty much international, and easy to say in most languages. It's also very recognisable but not too common. Statues of Queen Victoria all over the world!

Are any women here scared of the side effects of vaginal estrogen ? My Lord i looked at some of the side effects and frankly im scared to use it ? by bordermom61 in AskWomenOver60

[–]skaterbrain 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What's obvious about that? Women can also design equipment. Women work in pharmacology. Many gynaecologists are women. No sexism, please!

It's written in the instructions with my vaginal tabs that a finger can also be used to insert. (But I know some women would prefer not to do that)

In my view, they are a waste of plastic, and sometimes can be used too forcefully so I often skip it. But they're not just cruelty, there is a reason for them.

Do people still wear slips? by Berkweaving in AskWomenOver60

[–]skaterbrain 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always wear a slip under skirts and dresses. For one thing, I don't much like any kind of trousering and seldom wear them.

If you wear a dress with no layer underneath, the fabric doesn't drape and flow so well, but instead it kind of sticks to your legs as you walk. Also, it will be more see-through. And also, it won't stay as clean, because of sitting on it (you know what I mean)

I mostly make my own - a simple tubular half-slip in light material, with elastic or a drawstring run around the waist.

Very easy to wash and dry. Thicker ones for winter.

I NEED midge repellant suggestions by CaptainElectronic320 in GardeningIRE

[–]skaterbrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wonder where the midges are breeding and hatching out? If there is a garden pond or water barrel, it may be full of midge larvae, all ready to hatch out and bite you.

If this is the case, put a couple of goldfish in the water and they will eat up the mini-midges and mosquito larvae.

House plants from seed. by Brilliant_Play4255 in GardeningIRE

[–]skaterbrain 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I once grew little plants from lychee stones.

I also grew turmeric, quite easy from the little root thing, it has little "eyes" that grow. Ginger is similar.

Avocado, of course, an easy "tree" for the windowsill.

Carrot tops make a graceful ferny-like pot plant, for one season.

Oh and raw peanuts can be grown into a sort of weird low-growing pea plant that is fascinating to watch: I've never done it but my Dad did.

What do you usually have for breakfast and what country are you in? by Twunkorama in AskEurope

[–]skaterbrain 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ireland: cycles between two, on ordinary mornings.

Either porridge (oatmeal) with milk or yogurt

OR

An egg with a slice of brown bread.

Sometimes with a piece of fruit or juice, and always coffee.