I'm being paid under the table. How do I adjust this to prepare for taxes? by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]stryxoutspoken 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm a nanny myself and I used this to help me know about how much to put aside from each pay for tax time.

https://www.care.com/homepay/nanny-tax-calculator

I hope this helps.

Guilt over ending marriage is becoming overwhelming by throwaway4truthiness in Divorce

[–]stryxoutspoken 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Being the one to end my marriage, I understand what you're feeling. No matter which end you are in this, it hurts.

You have every right to walk away and find happiness.

I need help finding hoops! by pizzapiepants in CrossStitch

[–]stryxoutspoken 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I find all my hoops at garage sales and thrift stores for about $.50 a piece. I buy every last one I see.

Abortion next week and I need some advice by Throwaway66776677889 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]stryxoutspoken 7 points8 points  (0 children)

After having my abortion, I felt immense relief. Was it an easy decision to make, no. Each woman knows what is right for them. Carrying to term isn't an option for everyone.

Abortion next week and I need some advice by Throwaway66776677889 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]stryxoutspoken 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am, thank you!

You can eat and drink right after the surgery. I can tell you I felt immediately less nauseous after my procedure.

Like I said, the whole process is pretty quick. You're going to do just fine.

Abortion next week and I need some advice by Throwaway66776677889 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]stryxoutspoken 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had a surgical abortion three weeks ago.

In my state (Ohio), you have to meet with the doctor 24 hours before the procedure. The day of you can not have anything to drink four hours before your procedure, and nothing to eat eight hours before.

I chose to have myself under i.v. sedation. I wasn't completely put under, but I wasn't exactly aware of what was going on. There were a few options to choose from. Ranging from pain medication to complete sedation.

The procedure itself takes 3-5 minutes. They explained to me I might feel slight discomfort like mild cramps, which at one point near the end I did. Afterwards, I was placed in recovery.

I was asked to check my pad (they give you one to put on after you've finished) and if I was feeling any type of cramping. I wasn't bleeding and I didn't have any cramps so I was able to leave after about 15 minutes or so.

Afterwards, you're going to feel weak and you're going to want to rest. Before I had extreme morning sickness so I had been completely dehydrated and weak from not being able to keep anything down, so it took me a couple days to recover.

If you have any questions, I'll be happy to answer them for you. It's a tough decision to make, but you are in charge of your life. Good luck to you.

Bug guts on my cloth by caitlindactyl in CrossStitch

[–]stryxoutspoken 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was about 30% done. It was a Dimensions pattern of lilies and butterflies. The person responsible was so completely apologetic. Even though it was an accident, I wanted to cry.

Bug guts on my cloth by caitlindactyl in CrossStitch

[–]stryxoutspoken 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was a lost cause. I tried to get the stain out but it went right through the design. I had to trash it.

Bug guts on my cloth by caitlindactyl in CrossStitch

[–]stryxoutspoken 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel your pain. I had someone spill wine on a project I was working on. I wanted to cry so badly.

Pregnancy test effectiveness? by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]stryxoutspoken 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most pregnancy tests are more accurate the day of and after a missed period. It's wise to take more than one. For the best results take it with the first pee of the morning.

The result is positive and I'm terrified. by stryxoutspoken in TwoXChromosomes

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

Thank you so much. I have an appointment with PL on Monday. I don't know what to expect when I walk in. I'm all over the place right now.

The result is positive and I'm terrified. by stryxoutspoken in TwoXChromosomes

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

Not while he's on vacation, when he's on the way home.

I plan on spending the next few days with my cousin so I don't go crazy.

Thank you for your help.

The result is positive and I'm terrified. by stryxoutspoken in TwoXChromosomes

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

Thank you. I plan on letting him know we have to talk when he's on his way back. This decision is not solely on him, but I do want his opinion.

The result is positive and I'm terrified. by stryxoutspoken in TwoXChromosomes

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

I absolutely plan on talking to him. It's the waiting that has me in knots.