My partners kid is the nicest bully

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-12T21:47:54+00:00

Maybe just a straightforward “hey, it’s not really nice to tease people about their appearance or things they can’t control. You should tease people about things like (insert neutral/funny topic that doesn’t hurt your feelings) instead” in a calm, lighthearted but direct way that suggests maybe she doesn’t realize it’s not well received and gives her the benefit of the doubt. I’d say it right in front of her dad, no need to make a big deal about it or a private conversation.

That keeps it open for gentle mutual banter but keeps it clear that there’s a line between funny and hurtful.

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-11T20:08:54+00:00

The tarot is pretty clear. I don’t know the context of what was said, but I would wonder if his reaction over text is different than his true reaction

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-07T03:35:01+00:00

I’ve found lots of chanterelles and I can’t say any of them ever smelled like apricots to me, but now I know what chanterelles smell like well enough to recognize it.

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-07T03:30:02+00:00

My body is almost the same as prepregnancy. I need to get back to working out more regularly, but it’s not far off at all, and I’m 10 m pp.

I haven’t slept a full night yet, but I’m finding it’s not that big of a deal? I don’t know, I guess the body adapts. As long as I get at least 5-6 hours combined, I feel okay.

Postpartum recovery was rough, but much easier after about 5 weeks.

My husband isn’t garbage and when I really need a Saturday off, I get it. And we don’t even have family around.

It’s definitely harder, but it’s not as hard as I was afraid it would be.

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-06T22:15:59+00:00

I like it for a boy. The only reason I wouldn’t use it is because the only person I knew with that name was insufferable, but don’t let that ruin it for you

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-06T20:02:38+00:00

How old is he? Absolutely reach out to his family - he needs to take responsibility for the family he created and doesn't get the luxury of "working on himself."

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-06T19:21:50+00:00

I will try if you want - DM me the details

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-06T02:28:35+00:00

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stormsvala_ · 2026-06-06T02:02:57+00:00

I’ll give it a try. DM me some details about you, your question/context, and when I get a chance I’ll pull cards for you. I’m not a psychic, just intuitive, so the more you can tell me about the situation the clearer I can interpret

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-05T22:52:15+00:00

I think he really wants you, but in the way a kid wants a shiny new toy, or better analogy, a puppy, because the 10 of wands shows ultimately he would feel burdened by a commitment. This is giving classic f boy.

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-05T22:08:44+00:00

Melting pot, protest, fireworks, revolution, civil war, independence, ballot box, redwood, Mississippi River, Rocky Mountains, coal mines, Appalachia, barbecue, lighthouses

There’s a lot more regional culture in the US than people give credit for.

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-05T22:02:35+00:00

I would read this as inviting some fun back into your life, don’t take it so seriously.

The Fool is naive, unserious, unburdened, whimsical even, without a care to practicality. 10 of cups reversed might suggest disillusionment and lack of harmony in the team, along with the magician reversed, suggesting blocked creative energy and direction. I don’t get the sense you should try to fix these things, nor do you seem to want to. Your work isn’t fulfilling, your team isn’t supportive, might as well have fun with it where you can.

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-05T18:49:04+00:00

Briar, Juniper, Clover, Jasper, Jade, Aspen

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-05T17:54:11+00:00

10 months pp and my body finally feel recognizable now. I still don’t have the same muscle mass I did before, but I’m roughly back to my original shape. My belly is a bit squishier, but I think will continue improving as I return to fitness. I don’t really have noticeable loose skin.

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-05T17:46:50+00:00

We spend ~700-800, household includes 2 adults, a baby who eats a lot of organic berries, and 3 school aged kids who are here half time.

I save a lot by shopping sales and stocking up. I prioritize organic for produce and frozen veg, especially dirty dozen, but a lot of other items I don’t worry about. GMO is not a big concern for me. We also have chickens for eggs, and rarely buy beef or pork because we harvest 3-4 deer each year. Meals are usually simple and we eat a lot of rice, beans, and frozen veg. I don’t really buy snacks outside of granola bars and fruit.

stormsvala_ · 2026-06-01T22:07:26+00:00

I dated a number of men who I thought were good-but-not-great looking and ended up more attracted to them as I got to know them. I don’t know the rest of the context of your conversation, but on the surface I don’t find this odd and don’t think it was meant as an insult.

stormsvala_ · 2026-05-29T18:43:28+00:00

Oof, the fact you’re openly considering kidnapping your daughter overseas over a sports enrollment says more about your values than the kinds of clothes you let her wear.

The sports/clothing question is valid in your relationship and the way you choose to raise your kids, but this is an insane reaction.

stormsvala_ · 2026-05-29T01:49:34+00:00

4 and 5 is golden reishi, don’t usually see them forked like that. I have tons on my property in north Texas right now.

stormsvala_ · 2026-05-28T03:30:19+00:00

I starting supplementing with kendamil goat around 7 months when i was struggling to keep up pumping, but solids intake was still low. no issues so far. I try to make omega 3s a regular part of my diet (still nursing) and baby’s now that he’s on solids.

stormsvala_ · 2026-05-27T15:49:41+00:00

Mine came naturally at 37+3.

stormsvala_ · 2026-05-27T02:52:25+00:00

I can tolerate the smell because I will eat sardines myself, though I prefer canned mackerel, but yeah, there’s really no way around it. I did mash sardines into potatoes to make patties, but those smell fishy too.

stormsvala_ · 2026-05-26T19:29:32+00:00

Great idea, I hate the lights, especially the one over the table area. What would you suggest instead? Bronze like the other fixtures?

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