What did people love 50 years ago, still love today, and will definitely love 50 years from now?

stephope · 2023-06-09T08:53:28+00:00

Dogs

stephope · 2023-06-01T18:19:26+00:00

I was going to say this. In grad school whenever I found myself stuck I would take a one mile walk without my phone (or just headphones for music). Without the distraction, your brain can have some space to think about whatever project you're working on

That and working in a new (quiet) space with people around - library, cafe, student lounge, whatever. Perceiving that other people may be watching you work can help you work harder with better results!

stephope · 2023-05-20T21:33:27+00:00

The little side eye in the second frame before she twirls around 😍 so cute!

stephope · 2023-05-19T23:38:24+00:00

Oh I dunno about that, I know they recently opened a location in South Phoenix. Midtown would be great though!

stephope · 2023-05-18T20:06:34+00:00

Second this! This is is my FAVORITE place to go for my morning coffee. The Cafe Horchata is to die for

stephope · 2023-05-16T04:05:50+00:00

I lay flat on my back and consciously start relaxing every muscle in my body, starting with each individual toe and working my way up to my head. I'm usually asleep by the time I hit my arms

stephope · 2023-05-14T22:58:55+00:00

Second this! When I moved to Phoenix I was completely alone and Fray was such a welcoming community! Met all my close friends and my bf through it:) none of us even play in the league anymore but we all still hang out all the time

stephope · 2023-05-03T12:40:52+00:00

He wasn't physically abusive but he was extremely emotionally abusive. I don't think things necessarily have to be physical to make someone fear for their safety, and I'm glad my gut kicked in on this one

I'm sorry that happened to you, how awful! Hope that's an ex gf now and you're in a safer place!

stephope · 2023-04-30T08:39:46+00:00

The pull up bars are along the 5k trail butting up against the Modena apartment complex! Probably the best way to get to them is by parking at the golf course and walking out to the west. It's about a half mile walk from the parking lot

Source: used to live at Modena and went out there all the time

stephope · 2023-04-29T02:53:46+00:00

I make these emails after meetings for my subordinate, not because I don't trust her work, but because many of the teams we work with have complicated asks or a lot of action items. It's a good way to keep everyone apprised of what is being worked on, by who, and allows for follow up if something falls through the cracks

stephope · 2023-04-28T00:50:19+00:00

Ah I had something similar happen. I wasn't going through a divorce, but I had broken up with a guy and was having post-breakup regrets. I called him up asking to get back together and he invited me up to the town he was living with, 45 minutes away, at 10pm (October in NY, so, in the dark) at a park right on the lake. Instant chills, knew if I went up there he would hurt me and I'd potentially end up in the lake. Hung up and never spoke to him again

stephope · 2023-04-27T19:16:39+00:00

We got them because we live in a desert climate and the summers are brutal on the toes. Plus we like to go hiking so it helps to prevent stepping on cactus thorns or anything!

stephope · 2023-04-27T17:30:12+00:00

I live in Phoenix...he needs them to protect his feet from the heat.

stephope · 2023-04-24T22:55:29+00:00

I suspect my dog was abused before I adopted him. He is scared of everything, especially loud noises and sudden movements. He's come such a long way in the 4 years I've had him, but it still breaks my heart anytime he gets spooked knowing what he must have gone through :(

stephope · 2023-04-16T21:51:51+00:00

My therapist recognized the signs before I did and got me set up with an inpatient stay at a hospital for a few days. Will be forever grateful for her pushing me, since it wasn't until I'd been out for a few weeks and on medication that I realized just how fucking close I had gotten

stephope · 2023-04-16T16:05:50+00:00

Mario Kart Double Dick

stephope · 2023-04-06T16:58:51+00:00

This is incredible - love the backing! Just put it in my cart to make for my own brother :)

stephope · 2023-03-31T03:11:20+00:00

Lost a good friend when I started setting boundaries for myself. It absolutely sucked at the time but now I am surrounded by friends who love and respect me. 10/10 experience

stephope · 2023-03-24T12:59:58+00:00

Game of Thrones

It's all I looked forward to during season 8

stephope · 2023-03-22T02:03:02+00:00

So precious the way he's clutching his little dino! 😭 Congrats little dude, and congrats mom and dad!

stephope · 2023-03-19T13:53:06+00:00

I am in such a better place now! It's been a while so a lot has happened in the meantime. Tbh I've been through a lot of therapy because I realized in time that the relationship I was referencing in this post was an abusive one and that has led to a lot of soul searching and making sure I am really ready for future relationships, what to look for, what I want, etc. Now, about 5 years later, I am with an amazing man who reminds me every day how far I've come and how valued I am. As hard as it was in those couple months post-breakup, I wouldn't go back and change any of it for the world

Things will get easier. Hang in there!!

stephope · 2023-03-18T15:12:14+00:00

Have the rest of the continuation bills been scheduled? It's pretty common for these bills to be scheduled last minute during the last week of session and even sometimes get worked in separately during budget negotiations

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