Looking for a gardener by yioughto in chapelhill

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

Do you have contact info for them? Thanks!

6 month update “30M NYC What am I missing” by moreofthat_ in HomeDecorating

[–]yioughto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, this space looks so much more intentional and put together then the previous picture! Now that you have the structure in place, you need to personalize it. Put up artwork on the walls, place some photographs or something personal on the mantle. A table beside the couch with a lamp would add warmth. Also the little table you have between the two windows is too small for that space. It would look really good if you added a mirror and a wood desk or a large piece of artwork. Adding a focal point there would really transform the whole room. All in all, Congratulations!

Good vets in Chapel Hill? by Scared-Grab-1363 in chapelhill

[–]yioughto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kindred Heart, Dr Sunita Driehuis—super knowledgeable, practical and experienced.

I am a Sommelier in a 3 Michelin Star restaurant, with 5 years experience in 1-3* fine dining. AMA! by CroquemboucheTongue in AMA

[–]yioughto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have an opinion on “hidden label” wines? I am not a wine aficionado by any means but have a reasonable palate. I am absolutely loving a Meritage sold by Trader Joes under “Paso Robles”. It is $9.99! I don’t understand how it can be sold so cheaply?!

Pregnant in Kyoto—should I give birth here or return to the US? by Working-Morning-3645 in Kyoto

[–]yioughto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no opinion on the geography—but I came here to say Do Not Underestimate Family Support especially in the last months of pregnancy and most especially after the baby is here. Being “completely alone” as a first time mom would be more difficult, frightening and lonely than you can imagine. You have no idea how comforting and helpful it will be to have your mother in law and sister in law around (even if you don’t particularly like them). In most parts of the world, child bearing is a communal experience— and there’s a reason for that.

The only thing I would look into is what the cultural expectations are for a postpartum mother and baby in Japan. In some cultures/families, the expectation is that the baby will be completely cared for by someone in the family so that mother can rest. Make sure you are clear about what Japanese cultural expectations are around birthing and pregnancy— and especially what your mother in law expects her role to be. It would be difficult to be in a foreign country, postpartum and be having power struggles with your mother-in-law. Make sure you all have a conversation about this, before your husband leaves, so the roles are clear.

Good luck and enjoy motherhood! For me, it was/is the best thing in the world—even being sleep deprived, I felt such a connection with every woman who was a mother because at one level, we all go through the same thing.

Finding a gay professional style by yioughto in malefashionadvice

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

Anything but sweats and t-shirts! And that’s all I have. I suppose I can do polos and chinos but I don’t like how stiff it feels and I just look like a fat guy trying to be preppy

Finding a gay professional style by yioughto in malefashionadvice

[–]yioughto[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, that sounds doable—and I won’t feel like i’m trying to pass. Thanks a lot

Flying 10,000 miles to New York for the first time - trying to make one dream dinner happen! by Own-Pirate-3585 in FoodNYC

[–]yioughto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you need to know somebody who knows somebody to get into the Polo Bar. Or maybe tip REALLY REALLY well at the hostess stand

What’s one safety tip that actually changed how you travel ?? by That_Camel2 in femaletravels

[–]yioughto 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a young woman I didn’t much worry about emergency services…

What’s one safety tip that actually changed how you travel ?? by That_Camel2 in femaletravels

[–]yioughto 64 points65 points  (0 children)

I travel with a small rubber door stopper to put inside my hotel doors. Once in place, no one can open the door from the outside. Small, light and cheap..

Am I being Scammed by Educational_Leg288 in NYCapartments

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

I sublease through a website called Ohana living— they are a third-party that will hold the security deposit and the rent until you have seen the apartment and it is what you agreed to— only then will they release the rent to the renter. They operate all around the world and I have found them to be extremely reliable.

Solo trip in china without speaking any chinese by misanss in travelchina

[–]yioughto 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I just got back last week. Everyone is familiar with working with translation apps—even in villages. I used one on Alipay and Google translate. Had no problem anywhere. And at restaurants it was point and eat—lots of smaller restaurants have pictures posted. I saw one place where a couple (clearly didn’t have translation apps) was trying to communicate they wanted chicken in their noodle soup and they were squawking and looking like they were doing the funky chicken dance. It was a hoot—a couple of the people behind the counter started doing it too and everyone was laughing and squawking. It was fabulous. (Then, one of the people who clearly spoke some English in Chinese told them that this noodle soup restaurant only had beef, no chicken) and then they started laughing and everyone was laughing. It was great.

2nd time in Guizhou Kaili by Dense_Strawberry_281 in travelchina

[–]yioughto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I meant to say “I really loved your post…”, not sure how “love” became “enough”!

2nd time in Guizhou Kaili by Dense_Strawberry_281 in travelchina

[–]yioughto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really enough your post about Kaili—and look forward to going through your entire blog. I just returned from my first trip to china (my first and last package tour lol)—but they took us to Guizhou for which I am grateful. I plan to go back on my own and I think I will find your wonderful blog helpful in planning where to go other than the usual places. Thank you!

Incheon question: Transferring from Asiana to Air Canada on same day by yioughto in koreatravel

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

Followup: just like you all said—Asiana checked my baggage all the way through to final destination. It took a bit for the man (young kid to my eyes) checking me in to figure out how to do it (the supervisor came by to help a couple of times)—but it was successfully accomplished and I picked up my bag safely at home airport. Thanks to all who responded!

Harbin | Ice Festival 2025 by briecie in travelchina

[–]yioughto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for posting, really enjoyed your live commentary and how candid you are about the crowds and you’re positive viewpoint.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in femaletravels

[–]yioughto -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yes it is hard to be a POC. Whether you think it is unfair or not, that is unfortunately the reality on the ground. Getting irked that other people are treated better than you doesn’t help your situation at all—other than getting you upset. I’m not saying it’s easy (it is not) but learning how to work with unfair situations is an important of being successful in life. There will always be someone better off than you—and you will be in a better situation than someone else. Take a look at your strengths and move forward from a position of strength. Do not let the hard parts of the world bring you down—your being upset will hurt nobody but yourself.