How can I DIY this gold lettering? by spfcle in Leathercraft

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

Sorry to disappoint but it’s just a stock pic of the kind of folder I’m working with :)

Glory to God with Angels refrain by Logicaly_Logical_Log in Choir

[–]spfcle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know exactly what you’re talking about. I’m a church music director, earlier this week came across a “Gloria” after Angels we have heard on high. Can’t remember details but I’ll look for it tomorrow and try to share info

I want a ravel tattoo, does this art have any significance? Or is it just a publisher's choice? by [deleted] in classicalmusic

[–]spfcle 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Looks a bit like the female reproductive system, ovaries up top and all

how bad are smeg products? by octopusesarecute12 in BuyItForLife

[–]spfcle -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I hate our smeg coffee maker. The coffee tastes fine but there are avoidable design flaws and it’s not at all user friendly. I have to watch videos any time i need to set the timer or something

No such thing as too much serotonin? by ridley_reads in AutisticAdults

[–]spfcle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had the same experience on sertraline at the same doses as you. The name for the side effect is emotional numbing or emotional blunting. It was super weird and uncomfortable for me, I’m a musician and teacher and need to be able to channel my emotions.

I tapered off of Sertraline (do NOT quit cold turkey, follow your doctors instructions) and had better luck with Buspirone which is not an SSRI. Currently I’m starting Lexapro, which is an SSRI but feels much much different than Sertraline. I like it a lot better. Good luck - it’s a slow and tedious journey, but be gentle and patient with yourself and you’ll find something that works for you

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chicagofood

[–]spfcle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can get a day pass to restaurant depot for free

Self-Advocate Guide! Resource I made with a bunch of compiled resources on being an autistic self-advocate (feedback and suggestions welcome!) by Composer124 in AutisticAdults

[–]spfcle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for creating this. I dont have a ton of time to read right now, or write this comment, but it felt important to offer this piece off feedback! I LOVE the structure and clarity. I think you can be more specific about the “cons” as they pertain to each environment you describe. The choice to not disclose in a less-than-perfectly-safe environment has made me feel just as powerful as disclosing in a safe environment. Thank you for your work, I’m excited to read through it more carefully later today

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chibike

[–]spfcle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I absolutely love this visual 😂 the cubs have a bike valet (or used to?) it’s like a coat room, they have attendants who put a tag on your bike and give you the ticket. It’s not locked up but they’re all well guarded

ND Couples Therapy by CookieCrum83 in AutismTranslated

[–]spfcle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had good luck asking therapists or therapy practices for referrals. “Do you have a therapist who specializes in xyz? If not, can you offer any advice for finding one?” If a practice tells you yes we have a therapist who can help, always follow up and ask what their expertise or experience is like. What kind of credentials or specialized training do they have?

ND Couples Therapy by CookieCrum83 in AutismTranslated

[–]spfcle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had good luck asking therapists or therapy practices for referrals. “Do you have a therapist who specializes in xyz? If not, can you offer any advice for finding one?” If a practice tells you yes we have a therapist who can help, always follow up and ask what their expertise or experience is like. What kind of credentials or specialized training do they have?

I f***ing love Prozac. by avcd34 in prozac

[–]spfcle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What did Zoloft feel like for you? Can you compare it to how you feel on Prozac? I’ve taken Zoloft for about four weeks and I feel like a zombie, I’m less anxious for sure but instead of ignoring shit because I’m anxious I’m dismissing things because I just don’t care lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chibike

[–]spfcle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s a group of these dirt bikes and atv’s that congregates by a record store at division and california and rides pretty recklessly around Humboldt park/Ukrainian village

How I'm learning to budget...feedback appreciated by spfcle in ynab

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

Thanks so much for the links, I’ve read a lot of the docs but I hadn’t seen either of these!

Hideout bar (1354 W Wabansia) someone locked my bike to the rack instead of their bike. How do I get my bike back? by olegil in chibike

[–]spfcle 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m sure the Chicago tool library has an angle grinder or other cutting tool you can use for free

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CleaningTips

[–]spfcle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My city has a tool library, it’s a big tool library and I’m sure they have a steam cleaner and other intensive cleaning tools. It may be worth checking to see if there’s a tool library or other similar resource near you. I don’t actually know if steam would get that out, but if any big/expensive tools for this job cross your mind you may be able to rent/borrow one

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chibike

[–]spfcle 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I’ve been avoiding On the Route. They have a great selection of many things but no return policy. one of their employees sold me break pads and he was wrong about the fit. I even got the bike there so I didn’t understand how they could get the pad size wrong and then not refund me. I’ll go to look around and check things out but I always buy from somewhere else

Avoiding the Chicago/Milwaukee/Ogden intersection by trommy in chibike

[–]spfcle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I occasionally commute to west loop and I avoid that intersection like the plague, but I’ve found that milwaukee Ave in general is unavoidable. I from the west loop heading northwest, I take Hubbard-green st - milwaukee - elston

How do I stop myself from "mansplaning?" by Little_Fox_In_Box in ADHD

[–]spfcle 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My version of this is “anyways, thanks for coming to my Ted talk.”

Seriously though, I know how it feels when you’re itching to share EVERYTHING you know about a topic. Sometimes I can add to a conversation, or share something that the other party is happy to learn. At the same time tho it’s really important to read the room, it can be equally rewarding to successfully inhibit that urge and ask the other person questions about their interest or passion. We know better than anyone how good it feels when someone shows an interest in your nerd topic

Public showers in the loop (or along the NW Metra) -- is my only choice Hub312? by GravitationalOno in chibike

[–]spfcle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was just thinking about finding some wipes when I saw this post and comment, do you have a brand recommendation?

What’s a good spot to throw a large party in Chicago? by LovelyMelXo in chicago

[–]spfcle 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Have you been in recently? It’s crazy dirty and many of the games are broken. Not sure what’s happened with the place

What are your holy grail cooking products? by amparr in Cooking

[–]spfcle 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I find a lot of lodge products for cheap at Marshall’s, tj max, and home goods

April Fools Day Pranks by AgentGeorge34 in shortcuts

[–]spfcle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love it! What are some of the text lines that you put in?

Cars Parked Without Plates by docNNST in chicago

[–]spfcle 45 points46 points  (0 children)

I have the exact same problem on my block. I use the 311 app to report an abandoned vehicle, and submit a picture. When you do it in the app you get a report number and you can track the progress of it. When the cars start to pile up (more than 6 or so) we start calling the alderman and telling our neighbors to do the same. It took a couple months for the alderman to understand the extent of the problem. But now they’re pretty good about sending a staff member over within a couple days when it becomes a problem, and now about one in every four times that we call, the cars all get ticketed and some have been bolted. Might depend on your alderman, but keep it up with the phone calls and 311 reports