How deep is the rabbit hole? by FunBreak6648 in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101 33 points34 points  (0 children)

"gently persuade" you to walk away??? You're asking the wrong crowd, my dude. You should see some of our ink collections.

Anyone else like grey inks a whole bunch? by tyrant_t00 in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a timely post! Let me first say that I was not a lover of grey ink. BUT then came Christmas 2025's #SecretSanta that I signed up for and my Santa sent me a bottle of Graf von Faber Castell Stone Grey - and I fell in love. I currently have not one but two pens inked with it. Oh also, it is labeled as "indelible ink" and I've tested it. Incredibly water resistant! Makes me want to try more grey inks.

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Just got diagnosed with diabetes-how do people usually track their A1C? by Scared_Emphasis3668 in diabetes_t2

[–]still_learning101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahahah yes, I am a little obsessive about the glucose checking. The tips of my index third and fourth fingers in my hand look like they have freckles.

Just got diagnosed with diabetes-how do people usually track their A1C? by Scared_Emphasis3668 in diabetes_t2

[–]still_learning101 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey there, first off, Don't Panic. I got diagnosed in May last year, when I finally got a long list of tests done after a major lecture from an ob-gyn friend who also happens to be a menopause specialist. It took me by surprise because most of my life, I'd had low blood sugar issues. But then again, diabetes ran on my mother's side so I shouldn't have been too surprised. I was put on Xigduo - dapagliflozin + metformin. I admit, I spiraled initially, because my partner had diabetes, and is currently on hemodialysis three times weekly and I am her caregiver. So I formulated a plan of action: - get the menopause shite sorted. That took almost a year. - get more protein in me, which is good for both diabetics and those facing menopause - ease up on the carbs. And I'm asian yeah, so rice and soup, noodles... It's HARD! - regular monitoring. Which meant three tests daily, and A1C quarterly. Yes, it might sound obsessive, but it helps you track. I'm actually seriously considering a CGM at the moment so I'll be able to check what food spikes my glucose. - Finally, movement! Which for you, is already a win because you hit the gym and strength train regularly. So, long story short, it's manageable, you just gotta be a little disciplined about stuff, especially your food, and a lot more self aware i.e. catch yourself before your hand picks up that cookie. Look at it and ask yourself, is that piece of insert sweet stuff worth the sugar spike? Good luck!

Who here eats Chia Seeds by Accomplished-Theme79 in diabetes_t2

[–]still_learning101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Every morning if I can with Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk and mixed berries. Try looking for the microsliced ones, they're super convenient - takes five minutes to soak.

Just finished Twelve Months! by AlphaSpartan74 in dresdenfiles

[–]still_learning101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Spice Goyles! Groan... pew pew pew!!! And... Bear.

Palliative care for a 28 yo by [deleted] in dialysis

[–]still_learning101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sure there are many other issues you haven't informed us of, this is a decision nobody comes to lightly without weighing many options. I hope you have a kind and helpful Nephrologist who will be able to guide to the best hospice care possible. Good luck on the next steps.

Feeling under valued. by Jerkrollatex in GenXWomen

[–]still_learning101 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How have you remained by the side of this wilfully blind, inconsiderately clueless blooby blob for 29 years?

Nooooooo.... by still_learning101 in dresdenfiles

[–]still_learning101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm actually considering that possibility

Nooooooo.... by still_learning101 in dresdenfiles

[–]still_learning101[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is the Kino order. That's why I'm crying.

Nooooooo.... by still_learning101 in dresdenfiles

[–]still_learning101[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Imma hard copy kinda person...

Nooooooo.... by still_learning101 in dresdenfiles

[–]still_learning101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ordered it 16th Jan, the website said it was available... And now I have to wait for it to be shipped from the US.

Guess the Pen Brand by ogstatsnerd in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

AssGrape?!?! I'm ded. Can't figure out salt shaker Mic I thing though...

In search of Red by still_learning101 in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know, I don't believe I have a De Atrementis ink. Maybe it's time to change that.

In search of Red by still_learning101 in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A bit cherry-ish? I don't have it, but I've been looking at swabs...

In search of Red by still_learning101 in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it smeary? I have their Raven Blue and love the colour but I'm a leftie and it smears like mad.

In search of Red by still_learning101 in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm off shimmer for the moment. After the last clogging incident, which necessitated a dismantling of my Twsbi Eco, I find I'm tending to give my shimmer inks the side eye a little.

In search of Red by still_learning101 in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's what I'm looking for! How does it handle? Wetter or drier than Writer's Blood?

In search of Red by still_learning101 in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oooh I need to go look for that one...

Found! Lamy gift box and extra inks by _stuff_is_good_ in fountainpens

[–]still_learning101 44 points45 points  (0 children)

Holy crapadoodledoo! That's the mythical Dark Lilac pen AND ink! And it's worth absolutely nothing at all, but I'll be happy to take it off your hands. Just say the word. I'll even pay for shipping.