I was watching Law n Order CI last night because Vincent D'Onofrio is awesome, and I heard a thwump from upstairs , a meow and then some pathetic helpless mews. I go upstairs and Ted is stuck in the laundry sink. He jumped up thinking it was a bench and a way up to sit on top of the dryer but was surprised and now stuck. Stuck because the edges of the sink are too narrow to balance on and Ted is too fat . I lifted him out. Poor little guy was out of sorts all night, didn't even want his dinner. Here he is just before I rescued him.
Poor Ted Cat. The missing landing surface is a terrible trick for any pet. One of my previous dogs attempted to jump onto a chair I was reupholstering, not realising the seat was missing and was very startled to find himself falling through straight to the floor. He never fully trusted a chair again.
I admit I laughed and got my phone, but only made him wait a few seconds. He needed pats and cuddles after rescue and I brought him a treat of roast chicken pieces to where he was hiding.
Aww, that face. Our previous cat fell in the toilet once. Luckily she got herself out. Didn’t stop her from continuing to drink toilet-water anytime the lid was left up, though
::: spoiler le vent/le thoughts
Ugh, I need to socialise with friends more. There's a meetup at a pub on Friday that my partners mates are going to and have invited us (and others). Partners ex-coworkers from an old job, have hung out with them heaps over the years.
I just want to hide away forever, like the longer I go without seeing mates the less I actually want to. Which is bad for my mental health, bc I usually justify it with self-destructive thoughts (like "you're not that funny or smart", "you're jobless so what's there to talk about?", "they just pretend to like you because they like [partner]", etc). Which is not healthy.
Wish I was socialised more as a kid, honestly, some of this I can tell is because I didn't have friends when I was a youngun
Of course this is all dependent on whether we're negative come Friday arvo, but I already feel dread and am wrestling with myself about this.
:::
This is highly dependent on transport/partner also being willing to leave (and I know how hard it can be for adults to get together). But is it possible to go for just an hour or two and then leave?
True true! I have done that before and had a lovely time each time.
I think it's just, like, the depression. The simple chores, the simple self-care, the simple socialisation, is difficult to start but easy once I'm actually doing it.
I'm like an old lawn mower that required a good amount of arm strength and willpower to keep pulling the cord and pushing the machine at the same time to start, but once started, I'm revved up
My crud has progressed to a point where I can’t hear anything because my ears are blocked.
On the bright side, my flat is clean, my accounts are done and I’ve had a haircut. Now to do my neighbour/friend’s dishes - she’s not been well, and it’s something I can do to help her catch up on all the stuff she’s missed while she’s down
So, 4 interviews in 3 weeks as "Christian name" as opposed to 3 interviews in 4 months as actual name.
I wonder how they'll react when they think they're going to meet "Christian name" and get "actual name" instead.
I tend to do this. It's just natural to me. Much of my communications early were via text on like games or messaging apps. It's just how my thoughts come out idk
Always love when I get an incoming call from Mrs B going "Now dont panic, everything is fine! But.... someone bit Tinyest"
"Oh damn! Is everyone ok?"
"Yeah so turns out Tinyest stuck his fingers in someone elses mouth, the other kid bit down and Tinyest was surprised to discover that getting bitten hurts".
"....." least i dont have to save for Uni!
Well today was interesting in the Chinese sense. Took the day off work cos dentist appointment at midday. Then bike got a flat tyre on way to dentist. Took bike to bike hospital to be mended and consigned my soul to public transport. Nearly late for dentist. Then dentist said YOU NEED TWO MORE FILLINGS THAN I PLANNED FOR YOU! So had to wait around in Niddrie central after the appointment was re-scheduled for later on in the day. After all that, had to go pick up bike before getting home.
On the plus side, Niddrie shopping strip is actually pretty nice. Lots of food options (which I couldn't take advantage of thankyou Mr Dentist) and some interesting clothes. I was particularly taken with a hot pink fitted faux fur vest in the window of one shop - teamed with a sleek black embroidered black on black shiny shirt underneath with leather look leggings and hot pink boots. Very Suzie Q. I sorta kinda wish I was 19 again, as at that age I'd wear that in a heartbeat. Also the last living Rivers store in captivity, and a pretty comprehensive range of specialty shops and wellness practitioners. Very few empty storefronts. They've widened the footpaths with one zillion caffs and there were lots of people out and about enjoying the sunshine. I'd actually make the trip there for clothes - not the faux fur though as I'm too long in the tooth now (dammit).
I've never been to Niddrie and its a running joke that most people haven't heard of it (although the ultimate mystery suburb is Travancore). I really ought to check it out one of these days!
If you're looking for a Vietnam BBQ for $17 including drink - Niddrie is where to go. Couldn't vouch for quality as mouth was numb but there's a host of dining options - turkish, bulgarian, japanese, vietnamese, chinese, aussie, mediterranean, greek you name it.
Didn't really have to punch that pH down with too much vinegar. Looks a bit under 4. Went for a little bit of apple cider, little bit of white wine and some white.
I slept early then woke around 12am... Then while half-snoozing together kitty twitched and accidentally socked me in the eye 😅 After that we each had a midnight snack (a few crackers and cocoa for me, wet food for her).
::: spoiler Bummer
Edit: Fuck even the crackers still hurt though. I'm still struggling really badly to eat anything.
I beat myself up a lot for not being focused on art but tbh I'm in an amount of (chronic unmanaged) physical pain on a daily basis that does make it quite difficult to focus. Not whining or looking for sympathy. Just stating a fact that there is a genuine barrier there, and cutting myself some slack.
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It really sucks being chronically ill - it goes on for so long people just forget about it and it becomes the new normal. Totally get the beating up- stuff needs to be done and there’s a lot of guilt. Take care, and keep posting….
Woke up this morning feeling a bit damp but didn't connect the dots until the water had soaked through a couple of layers all the way to the mattress. Bum.
I guess I didn't seal the lid properly or something.
The rubber perishes over time. Especially round the input plug. If your bottle is more than a year old, it's probably that. If the inside of the bottle is sticky it's certainly that and bottle should be replaced.
That's my biggest fear with those things! I'm glad you didn't burn yourself, that could've been real nasty. I know modern ones have special covers and whatnot, but when I was a kid my mum had those real old-school ones and I was always scared of them.
Johann Hari, https://johannhari.com/ , dropped another really timely book this week, this time on Ozempic and other weight control drugs, why we get fat and how to not get fat. The problem is going back to a good diet doesn't reverse the hormonal effects of a bad diet. Intervention may be required for a while.
And while I cook good meals from basic ingredients I also eat too much and eat some junk, not much junk , but obviously enough to mess me up.
I'll get back to youse guys when I finish the book. 👍
There's gonna be a new community on aussie.zone about health and fitness so make sure you join. Be kind to yourself and do nice things for you. I think you've got everything covered.
Hey @Nath@aussie.zone we should create a health and fitness community where we can post videos and achievements etc. I'll post it and see if anyone is interested.
I don't know. I've put it to the people in the post I made. We'll give it 24 hours. Maybe someone here can give it a good name otherwise just leave it as health & fitness.
::: spoiler Periods/TMI
Hmm... the period underwear does the job but they have drawbacks that mean I'm not loving them. No idea if it's because they're cheap Kmart knockoffs but... err. Yeah. :/
I found my old menstrual cups but while they look to be in good condition with no damage they're like 10 years old now, and have been stored improperly, so even after washing and boiling I'd be concerned about safety/TSS. Wondering if it's worth the considerable outlay to buy another one or two.
(I'm aware that there are more affordable brands than my preferred one but those ones don't suit me at all and there's no point in buying them.)
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I love my bonds period undies..... But I don't trust them, especially on a work day that happens to be day 2 or 3. I looked at the Kmart ones but I've invested so heavily in the bonds ones I don't want to start again, because $$$$.
The Kmart ones are like $12, and in a certain size and print they were down to $7.
::: spoiler TMI
These ones seem to contain everything reliably. I'd even trust them for a slight leak from a cough or sneeze at A Certain Age or after kids. They hold a bit and averted an overnight disaster. Reasonably comfortable.
But let's just say they smelled a bit weird and funky to me even when brand new and unused. The freshness while wearing is lacking (wetness and smell). You also want to rinse them out and hand scrub them thoroughly with liquid hand soap before the wash - since a thorough rinse, an overnight detergent soak and then the washing machine cycle did not properly clean them. Possibly due to the thickness of the cloth layers.
These are a little bit bulky, about the same as a pad, so you might not want to wear leggings. Breathability isn't great so if you wear them regularly as normal undies, too long even when dry, or for a few days in anticipation you will probably get thrush.
These things might not be an issue with pricier brands but I'm not risking it.
All in all I'll still probably use these at home as a backup for a tampon or a cup. Or put them on overnight if I suspect an impending visit. But even when clean they just smell odd. If I'd known of these things I might still have bought a few pairs but I would have only bought a few on the $7 clearance.
Period undies would possibly be good for a kid around that age that has been showing signs so they don't get caught off guard at school, but you'd want to pick ones that didn't smell so weird, and send them with a plastic bag and spare undies w sanitary products they could quickly change into.
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I use them all the time. I don't need them for periods anymore, but they're fine under leggings with a longish top. They're great for bike riding as extra padding is always welcome. Haven't noticed any problems with thrush and just wash them with the regular wash. If I was using them for periods, I think I'd keep a salt water bucket to soak them in after use before washing. They could sit in that for a couple of days before the next wash. Napisan wouldn't do the elastic any good, but salt water is fine and good for getting blood out.
Drying them adequately is more of a problem. I like to get them out on the line for a while at least, then into the dryer.
Best bacteria-cide and fungicide ever invented. And cheap as chips (about $1 a kilo) and non-allergenic. I use salt to disinfect my cloth bags for meat purchases and have never had a problem. I wasn't kidding about salt water getting out blood stains.
::: spoiler Title
I have 4 pairs of period undies, all different brands, and all bought from woolies when they were on sale. The bonds are the best pair I have, the others are made from true synthetic material and I find I get sweaty. Like the part that goes around the waist, is just plastic.
The bonds are the most comfy, and they hold quite a lot. I chuck them (any pair of my undies) in the washing machine on a short rinse cycle, and then throw in detergent for a longer proper wash and it does the job.
I have never tried a menstrual cup, I've wanted to but I don't know if I trust them lol. I've heard good things, but I'm scared of a leak haha
Otherwise, it's tampons and pads, although last time I fell asleep with a tampon in and felt very not good the next morning until I took it out 👀
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Listen to the music. They're primarily a blues band with a drummer. Some ska & Chuck Berry influences.
Try listening to Paint It Black, Angie, Ruby Tuesday - these are straight run blues with drums.
(Just as an aside, John Lennon was a fan of that one too, apparently. Note the second verse begins "Here come a flattop, he was movin' up with me". Lennon borrowed that line for Come Together and got a lawsuit for his efforts.)
Now. Here's some of the lyrics from You can't always get what you want by the Stones.
"I went down to the Chelsea drugstore
To get your prescription filled
I was standing in line with Mr. Jimmy
And, man, did he look pretty ill
We decided that we would have a soda
My favorite flavor, cherry red
I sung my song to Mr. Jimmy"
Note the African American Vernacular English.
How many British people have you met who go around talking about drugstores?
@StudChud@calhoon2005 Mick Jagger was born born before World War 2 ended. (You can look it up if you like — Jagger was born in 1943. Hiroshima and Nagasaki were nuked in 1945.)
Whoops posted in the wrong thread. That's a good sign that I'm staying off the phone.
I've been thinking of trying this cool vegan shepherd's pie recipe but I think I'll keep it for a colder month. For now I'm contemplating a basic roast veg for dinner, or... maybe some adaptation of borscht? I have 1 fennel bulb, 2 beetroots, potat, and a quarter head of red cabbage. Plus a tin of beans.
E: went with borscht adaptation. There's no fennel in there but plenty of leek, a bit of celery, two beets and two potat plus some leek greens. Not authentic but tastes pretty alright once cooled down.
I may have added a fair chunk of butter 😬 and I snuck in some ajwain seeds as a thymey alternative to carroway + helps with digesting the cabbage. Adding a chunk of miso paste was probably a step too far, but whatevs. Umami 😎
Much better, not as snotty or sore. My left nostril is still swollen and blocked, but otherwise fine.
Definitely healing. I hope I'm negative by this Sunday, it's my family's April/May birthday bash and I haven't seen the grandparents, aunts'n'uncles, and cousins in a while.
Although... One of my cousins has three kids with an antivaxxer and their kids are unruly and utterly gross. So maybe I "will" still be unwell by then... 👀😅 I really dislike his partner, she's a lovely person, but her "vaccines give kids AuTiSm" spiel really triggers me.
Ugh sorry to vent lol. I'll go if I'm negative, but I'm not gonna take the blame if her kids get sick.
Obviously her kids won't get sick, they have iMunNe sYStEmS and haven't been messed up by all those evil vaccinations. Surely they'd welcome the opportunity to be exposed to an infectious disease to increase their immune system superpowers.
Hmmm. When I keep being told I need to fix things because I’m the problem, and I have to come up with a plan…. It’s not looking promising. If there’s no connection because we have drifted apart due to stress and no quality leisure time, how is it me that’s the problem, when I called it out AND tried to make plans to fix it (going out somewhere together every fortnight because he is sooooo busy) Sorry for airing dirty laundry, just feel hopeless, seems a shame to throw away 20 years like that.
And cost of living makes it a nightmare to split up.
It's worth it but it may take some time to find the right counselor that's a fit for the both of you. The first one we tried didn't sit well with us, we are now seeing another one who is more on our level. It means the both of us approach the session in a more positive light and we both take the feedback on board, rather than starting the session in a negative way and putting up a block because we feel the counselor doesn't understand us
Been doing it for about 18 months this time around, break before that, then for about a year before that. It's definitely not a waste of time for us. Two kids, mortgage pressures, redundancies, loss of close friends to cancer, general stresses of everyday life all contribute to relationship difficulties. It really helps to have a third party give perspective in a safe calm space. Expensive, but if it's the right counselor then totally worth it.
I mean this is the nicest possible way, but... you understand that means you'd have to LIVE in Geelong, right?
You cant even go home and take a shower because you'd just be showering IN Geelong.
@TinyBreak@StudChud Many years ago I dated a girl who lived in Rowville, and I can confirm there's plenty to do there.
You can choose whether you want to go to the Coles or the Kmart at Stud Park Shopping Centre. Maybe both?
Or you can wait and wait in a traffic jam on Stud Road.
Or wait and wait in a traffic jam on Wellington Road.
Or wait and wait in a traffic jam on Kelletts Road.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Knox and Ringwood.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Dandenong.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Glen Waverley.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Boronia.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Caulfield.
Wasn’t that bad unless you need a train. Safe area, plenty of shops, not far from Knox or Monash or east link. Fairly quiet. Lived there for many years.
hit the jackpot, we've named every suburb my MIL has chosen to live in ( except corio ) ( against everyone telling her it's a bad idea )
and she wonders why her neighbourhoods are shit, she has crappy neighbours, there is nothing to do and no where to go and nothing to look at. She complains rich people always live in nice places. ffs, she could have chosen a lot of better places that aren't necessarily expensive
I forget what it was called, but it was a dish where noodles were chopped up into little squares, mixed with chopped up veggies, and cooked in a sauce, with a choice of meats (optional if you're vegetarian).
She really doesn't like onions, but likes the taste of their food otherwise.
(And by "really doesn't like onions", I mean I've seen her pick out every piece of diced onion from a dish before.)
I'm not sure if it's just the restaurant we went to, but they had *lots* of pieces of finely diced onion in their dish, so that's a non-starter for her.
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Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 23 pts · 2y
Ted Cat had a drama last night.
I was watching Law n Order CI last night because Vincent D'Onofrio is awesome, and I heard a thwump from upstairs , a meow and then some pathetic helpless mews. I go upstairs and Ted is stuck in the laundry sink. He jumped up thinking it was a bench and a way up to sit on top of the dryer but was surprised and now stuck. Stuck because the edges of the sink are too narrow to balance on and Ted is too fat . I lifted him out. Poor little guy was out of sorts all night, didn't even want his dinner. Here he is just before I rescued him.
RustyRaven@aussie.zone · 10 pts · 2y
Poor Ted Cat. The missing landing surface is a terrible trick for any pet. One of my previous dogs attempted to jump onto a chair I was reupholstering, not realising the seat was missing and was very startled to find himself falling through straight to the floor. He never fully trusted a chair again.
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 2y
Betrayed! Help Me Mum!
ajsadauskas@lemmy.ml · 10 pts · 2y
Nawww, who's an adorable floof 😻
And at least he's not like our Mr Snowy, who thinks sinks are a great place to sleep...
StudChud@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
"pls mutter, no pics, only halp"
Eagle@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
I shouldn't have laughed, but the look on his face is priceless!
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
I admit I laughed and got my phone, but only made him wait a few seconds. He needed pats and cuddles after rescue and I brought him a treat of roast chicken pieces to where he was hiding.
Eagle@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
Trauma healing chicken.
Mittens_meow@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
He fits and sits…
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Poor Ted. So cute though 🐱
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
😂
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Poor Ted.
The look on his face is priceless though.
anotherspringchicken@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Aww, that face. Our previous cat fell in the toilet once. Luckily she got herself out. Didn’t stop her from continuing to drink toilet-water anytime the lid was left up, though
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Poor little man
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Awwwwwwwww he is adorable. Look at that glorious mane too. What a handsome little sad cat
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 2y
What a glorious floof! He looks so unimpressed and cute!
StudChud@aussie.zone · 13 pts · 2y
::: spoiler le vent/le thoughts Ugh, I need to socialise with friends more. There's a meetup at a pub on Friday that my partners mates are going to and have invited us (and others). Partners ex-coworkers from an old job, have hung out with them heaps over the years.
I just want to hide away forever, like the longer I go without seeing mates the less I actually want to. Which is bad for my mental health, bc I usually justify it with self-destructive thoughts (like "you're not that funny or smart", "you're jobless so what's there to talk about?", "they just pretend to like you because they like [partner]", etc). Which is not healthy.
Wish I was socialised more as a kid, honestly, some of this I can tell is because I didn't have friends when I was a youngun
Of course this is all dependent on whether we're negative come Friday arvo, but I already feel dread and am wrestling with myself about this. :::
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
This is highly dependent on transport/partner also being willing to leave (and I know how hard it can be for adults to get together). But is it possible to go for just an hour or two and then leave?
StudChud@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
I have also done this before lol, this is definitely an option as where I am and where the pub is, is very much serviced by a lot of PTV.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Sometimes just getting out and listening to others is enough.
StudChud@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
True true! I have done that before and had a lovely time each time.
I think it's just, like, the depression. The simple chores, the simple self-care, the simple socialisation, is difficult to start but easy once I'm actually doing it.
I'm like an old lawn mower that required a good amount of arm strength and willpower to keep pulling the cord and pushing the machine at the same time to start, but once started, I'm revved up
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Hi friend
StudChud@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Hello, I have neglected you. This shall be amended in the coming weeks 💜
If partner and I are well, you are welcome to join us at the pub too this Friday arvo of course :)
Alamutjones@aussie.zone · 11 pts · 2y
My crud has progressed to a point where I can’t hear anything because my ears are blocked.
On the bright side, my flat is clean, my accounts are done and I’ve had a haircut. Now to do my neighbour/friend’s dishes - she’s not been well, and it’s something I can do to help her catch up on all the stuff she’s missed while she’s down
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone · 11 pts · 2y
So, 4 interviews in 3 weeks as "Christian name" as opposed to 3 interviews in 4 months as actual name. I wonder how they'll react when they think they're going to meet "Christian name" and get "actual name" instead.
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
It fucking sucks that you have to do this. Makes me wonder what working for those companies is like
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
It's interesting how every company is talking about diversity, equity and inclusion. And yet...here we are.
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Oh, Australia loves lip service
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
It's ridiculous that you have to do this. As someone who now has an arabic surname I get a lot of quizzical looks which make me laugh.
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
I'm expecting that exact quizzical look at these interviews. I'll be looking sharp though so we'll see what happens.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
You got this buddy!
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 6 pts · 2y
@Gibsonisafluffybutt @Seagoon_ The joys of having an ethnic name (there's a reason I go by AJ these days).
It's a pity I don't know how to code apps, because if I did, I'd make one that automatically plays a response when it's asked the following questions:
Where's that from?
No, I mean where are you from *originally*?
No, I mean where's your family from?
Oh, and where's that?
Have you been back recently?
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
You speak really good English AJ. Well done.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
My mother got that once. She had been in Australia over 30 years by then. It was a politician who said it.
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 6 pts · 2y
@Gibsonisafluffybutt @Seagoon_ Also, best of luck for the job interviews 🤞🍀
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
yes 🤞🤞🤞
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Can you speak the language? Why not?/How do you say (stupid thing) in your language? is another one.
It's not the 1980s guys...
tone212_@aussie.zone · 10 pts · 2y
People who send each sentence of their message
In seperate text messages
Instead of compiling all thoughts into one text
So you receive a bunch of texts and notifications at once
Annoying or acceptable?
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
Annoying but understandable sometimes. What I don't like is when 3 messages are sent in less than 30 seconds with one being HELLO?
Baku@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Pilk@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
I don't mind tbh. Interestingly Android 15 is adding "notification cooldown" feature, will see where they take it
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Unhinged is the word you’re looking for.
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 2y
Change my way of communicating
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 2y
Mate
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 2y
You know?
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
Haha I just saw this. I was considering doing the same gag😂
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 2y
Look, like, I can't just
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
I tend to do this. It's just natural to me. Much of my communications early were via text on like games or messaging apps. It's just how my thoughts come out idk
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Same.
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Annoying, but Mr P is dyslexic and he finds it easier to process this way. I occasionally miss one of the msgs.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Since i barely use my phone i never even thought about it
plus i have my settings for no notifications
TinyBreak@aussie.zone · 10 pts · 2y
Always love when I get an incoming call from Mrs B going "Now dont panic, everything is fine! But.... someone bit Tinyest" "Oh damn! Is everyone ok?" "Yeah so turns out Tinyest stuck his fingers in someone elses mouth, the other kid bit down and Tinyest was surprised to discover that getting bitten hurts". "....." least i dont have to save for Uni!
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 10 pts · 2y
Well today was interesting in the Chinese sense. Took the day off work cos dentist appointment at midday. Then bike got a flat tyre on way to dentist. Took bike to bike hospital to be mended and consigned my soul to public transport. Nearly late for dentist. Then dentist said YOU NEED TWO MORE FILLINGS THAN I PLANNED FOR YOU! So had to wait around in Niddrie central after the appointment was re-scheduled for later on in the day. After all that, had to go pick up bike before getting home.
On the plus side, Niddrie shopping strip is actually pretty nice. Lots of food options (which I couldn't take advantage of thankyou Mr Dentist) and some interesting clothes. I was particularly taken with a hot pink fitted faux fur vest in the window of one shop - teamed with a sleek black embroidered black on black shiny shirt underneath with leather look leggings and hot pink boots. Very Suzie Q. I sorta kinda wish I was 19 again, as at that age I'd wear that in a heartbeat. Also the last living Rivers store in captivity, and a pretty comprehensive range of specialty shops and wellness practitioners. Very few empty storefronts. They've widened the footpaths with one zillion caffs and there were lots of people out and about enjoying the sunshine. I'd actually make the trip there for clothes - not the faux fur though as I'm too long in the tooth now (dammit).
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
I've never been to Niddrie and its a running joke that most people haven't heard of it (although the ultimate mystery suburb is Travancore). I really ought to check it out one of these days!
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
If you're looking for a Vietnam BBQ for $17 including drink - Niddrie is where to go. Couldn't vouch for quality as mouth was numb but there's a host of dining options - turkish, bulgarian, japanese, vietnamese, chinese, aussie, mediterranean, greek you name it.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
I used to live in Essendon and would shop in Niddrie sometimes. The Koala Bread bakery there used to have a line that went for ages.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Sam's Cafe was the best with their woodfired pizzas. Not there anymore unfortunately.
Baku@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Ouch. Not fun in any suburb. My condolences.
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone · 10 pts · 2y
All done!
Didn't really have to punch that pH down with too much vinegar. Looks a bit under 4. Went for a little bit of apple cider, little bit of white wine and some white.
Kept the brine so can pad it out more if need be.
Is hawt.
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 2y
I slept early then woke around 12am... Then while half-snoozing together kitty twitched and accidentally socked me in the eye 😅 After that we each had a midnight snack (a few crackers and cocoa for me, wet food for her).
::: spoiler Bummer Edit: Fuck even the crackers still hurt though. I'm still struggling really badly to eat anything.
I beat myself up a lot for not being focused on art but tbh I'm in an amount of (chronic unmanaged) physical pain on a daily basis that does make it quite difficult to focus. Not whining or looking for sympathy. Just stating a fact that there is a genuine barrier there, and cutting myself some slack. :::
Mittens_meow@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
It really sucks being chronically ill - it goes on for so long people just forget about it and it becomes the new normal. Totally get the beating up- stuff needs to be done and there’s a lot of guilt. Take care, and keep posting….
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
Thanks. It's really shitty right now. If I can get even some of it more manageable I'll be over the moon
shiny_idea@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 2y
My hot water bottle betrayed me!
Woke up this morning feeling a bit damp but didn't connect the dots until the water had soaked through a couple of layers all the way to the mattress. Bum.
I guess I didn't seal the lid properly or something.
TinyBreak@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
dont shame it! These things happen as we get older.
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
The rubber perishes over time. Especially round the input plug. If your bottle is more than a year old, it's probably that. If the inside of the bottle is sticky it's certainly that and bottle should be replaced.
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
That's my biggest fear with those things! I'm glad you didn't burn yourself, that could've been real nasty. I know modern ones have special covers and whatnot, but when I was a kid my mum had those real old-school ones and I was always scared of them.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 2y
Johann Hari, https://johannhari.com/ , dropped another really timely book this week, this time on Ozempic and other weight control drugs, why we get fat and how to not get fat. The problem is going back to a good diet doesn't reverse the hormonal effects of a bad diet. Intervention may be required for a while.
And while I cook good meals from basic ingredients I also eat too much and eat some junk, not much junk , but obviously enough to mess me up.
I'll get back to youse guys when I finish the book. 👍
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 8 pts · 2y
@Seagoon_ Every day, I promise myself that today's the day that I'll get to bed at a reasonable time.
And yet, here I am...
Llabyrinthine@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
I’ve been better at bed times, but just can’t seem to stay asleep.
LowExperience2368@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
There's gonna be a new community on aussie.zone about health and fitness so make sure you join. Be kind to yourself and do nice things for you. I think you've got everything covered.
Catfish@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
Fourth nosebleed for the day…
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
There's an art to picking without hurting one's self.
StudChud@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
If fingers weren't meant to go up the nostril, then why are they the perfect shape to do so?
Riddle me that, Yahweh!
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
And why fingernails. Perfect digging tool.
TinyBreak@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
are you the hilltop hoods? Edit: but seriously, might be worth getting that checked out.
Catfish@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Had it cauterised several times as a kid. Didn’t help for long.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
Hey @Nath@aussie.zone we should create a health and fitness community where we can post videos and achievements etc. I'll post it and see if anyone is interested.
Nath@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Easily done. What do you want to call it?
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
I don't know. I've put it to the people in the post I made. We'll give it 24 hours. Maybe someone here can give it a good name otherwise just leave it as health & fitness.
Edit: I kinda like AusWellbeing.
Nath@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
Showing my age: LifeBeInIt
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
Yes!!!! I like it alot!!!!
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
::: spoiler Periods/TMI Hmm... the period underwear does the job but they have drawbacks that mean I'm not loving them. No idea if it's because they're cheap Kmart knockoffs but... err. Yeah. :/
I found my old menstrual cups but while they look to be in good condition with no damage they're like 10 years old now, and have been stored improperly, so even after washing and boiling I'd be concerned about safety/TSS. Wondering if it's worth the considerable outlay to buy another one or two.
(I'm aware that there are more affordable brands than my preferred one but those ones don't suit me at all and there's no point in buying them.) :::
Eagle@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
I love my bonds period undies..... But I don't trust them, especially on a work day that happens to be day 2 or 3. I looked at the Kmart ones but I've invested so heavily in the bonds ones I don't want to start again, because $$$$.
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
The Kmart ones are like $12, and in a certain size and print they were down to $7.
::: spoiler TMI
These ones seem to contain everything reliably. I'd even trust them for a slight leak from a cough or sneeze at A Certain Age or after kids. They hold a bit and averted an overnight disaster. Reasonably comfortable.
But let's just say they smelled a bit weird and funky to me even when brand new and unused. The freshness while wearing is lacking (wetness and smell). You also want to rinse them out and hand scrub them thoroughly with liquid hand soap before the wash - since a thorough rinse, an overnight detergent soak and then the washing machine cycle did not properly clean them. Possibly due to the thickness of the cloth layers.
These are a little bit bulky, about the same as a pad, so you might not want to wear leggings. Breathability isn't great so if you wear them regularly as normal undies, too long even when dry, or for a few days in anticipation you will probably get thrush.
These things might not be an issue with pricier brands but I'm not risking it.
All in all I'll still probably use these at home as a backup for a tampon or a cup. Or put them on overnight if I suspect an impending visit. But even when clean they just smell odd. If I'd known of these things I might still have bought a few pairs but I would have only bought a few on the $7 clearance.
Period undies would possibly be good for a kid around that age that has been showing signs so they don't get caught off guard at school, but you'd want to pick ones that didn't smell so weird, and send them with a plastic bag and spare undies w sanitary products they could quickly change into. :::
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
I use them all the time. I don't need them for periods anymore, but they're fine under leggings with a longish top. They're great for bike riding as extra padding is always welcome. Haven't noticed any problems with thrush and just wash them with the regular wash. If I was using them for periods, I think I'd keep a salt water bucket to soak them in after use before washing. They could sit in that for a couple of days before the next wash. Napisan wouldn't do the elastic any good, but salt water is fine and good for getting blood out. Drying them adequately is more of a problem. I like to get them out on the line for a while at least, then into the dryer.
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 2y
Hmm, I do have a big bag of salt
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Best bacteria-cide and fungicide ever invented. And cheap as chips (about $1 a kilo) and non-allergenic. I use salt to disinfect my cloth bags for meat purchases and have never had a problem. I wasn't kidding about salt water getting out blood stains.
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
I have a big bag of cooking salt that's sat open and unused for years so I might move it to the bathroom/laundry
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Cooking salt is the pure salt. Table salt has iodine in it to stop us all getting big thyroid glands. Cooking salt is perfect for disinfecting.
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 2 pts · 2y
@melbaboutown @Thornburywitch I'm not sure I'd trust the Kmart ones.
The Bonds ones basically just look (and smell) like normal black undies, just a little thicker.
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 2y
Maybe I'll grab one pair on sale and see how I go.
StudChud@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
::: spoiler Title I have 4 pairs of period undies, all different brands, and all bought from woolies when they were on sale. The bonds are the best pair I have, the others are made from true synthetic material and I find I get sweaty. Like the part that goes around the waist, is just plastic. The bonds are the most comfy, and they hold quite a lot. I chuck them (any pair of my undies) in the washing machine on a short rinse cycle, and then throw in detergent for a longer proper wash and it does the job.
I have never tried a menstrual cup, I've wanted to but I don't know if I trust them lol. I've heard good things, but I'm scared of a leak haha
Otherwise, it's tampons and pads, although last time I fell asleep with a tampon in and felt very not good the next morning until I took it out 👀 :::
melbaboutown@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Hmm, maybe I just got the ones made of apple cores and newspaper
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
Heeey, Deng Xiaoping died.
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
StudChud@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
The cocaine fuels them lol
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
What if they fall over on stage?
StudChud@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
The Fallen Stones
Drusenija@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
Then they'll gather no moss.
Baku@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Nope. And never were a rock band as such. They were called that, but they played blues/ska fusion.
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 3 pts · 2y
@Thornburywitch @useless_modern_god ...with a *heavy* Chuck Berry influence: https://youtu.be/IK5gnx__M1M?si=Qw8r5XMEgasWMmK-
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Listen to the music. They're primarily a blues band with a drummer. Some ska & Chuck Berry influences.
Try listening to Paint It Black, Angie, Ruby Tuesday - these are straight run blues with drums.
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 1 pts · 2y
@Thornburywitch @useless_modern_god A few more songs to compare.
Here's the Rolling Stones' debut single, Come On: https://youtu.be/_iAQVGOzj4M?si=G4aXaHDYxsNccU-B
Which was a cover of Come On by Chuck Berry: https://youtu.be/JgW6s8FPm_w?si=pu6K0qOb-_IBiyqg
Here's Can't Catch Me by The Rolling Stones: https://youtu.be/IK5gnx__M1M?si=NP61dxgx1oJLMd_0
And Can't Catch Me by Chuck Berry https://youtu.be/9jKrHzps0XM?si=2H9Wbjy4NhousbTk
(Just as an aside, John Lennon was a fan of that one too, apparently. Note the second verse begins "Here come a flattop, he was movin' up with me". Lennon borrowed that line for Come Together and got a lawsuit for his efforts.)
Rolling Stones, Sweet Little Sixteen: https://youtu.be/n-tYCwzTrrU?si=DDynnP4-MzxshiLp
And the Chuck Berry original: https://youtu.be/ZLV4NGpoy_E?si=xysXmQVLaih_w01A
(The Beach Boys really liked that one — just listen to Surfin' USA sometime. Like John, they got sued for their efforts.)
One more Chuck Berry songs for reference:
Maybelline: https://youtu.be/v124f0i0Xh4?si=0rv4e1rcPFzw3sIF
Now. Here's some of the lyrics from You can't always get what you want by the Stones.
"I went down to the Chelsea drugstore
To get your prescription filled
I was standing in line with Mr. Jimmy
And, man, did he look pretty ill
We decided that we would have a soda
My favorite flavor, cherry red
I sung my song to Mr. Jimmy"
Note the African American Vernacular English.
How many British people have you met who go around talking about drugstores?
Mick's almost going the full Iggy Azalea here trying to capture the lyrical style and delivery of Chuck Berry: https://youtu.be/Ef9QnZVpVd8?si=AjR8vc1MJrwVS_Un
To my ears there's a clear line that goes from the jump blues ( https://youtu.be/YhELpSeeipg?si=EYK0bdIx_hOhDss7 ) and artists like Big Joe Turner: https://youtu.be/YhELpSeeipg?si=JYqKpLB_jauoYsVL
To Chuck Berry in the '50s, to the Rolling Stones in the '60s.
franksting@theblower.au · 1 pts · 2y
calhoon2005@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
Jagger turned 80 last year....
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
I wish I could take as much drugs as he has and live to 80 wtf
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 5 pts · 2y
@StudChud @calhoon2005 Mick Jagger was born born before World War 2 ended. (You can look it up if you like — Jagger was born in 1943. Hiroshima and Nagasaki were nuked in 1945.)
When this song came out, the Rolling Stones were around 40. People were already starting to call them things like aging rockers and dinosaurs: https://youtu.be/SGyOaCXr8Lw?si=f0MmiyRYZ0Jj1ev1
That song came out 40 years ago.
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
I always get a laugh out of this and watching the clip you just posted reminded me of it again.
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 3 pts · 2y
@PeelerSheila That's hilarious 🤣
Spot on impersonation!
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
Daiso shopping spree. Finally got some new water colours, they sell out quick. Got 2 packs of muted tones which should be good for dinosaurs.
Mittens_meow@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
I can never spend enough time in daiso to look at all the awesome stuff they have.
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 2 pts · 2y
@Seagoon_ I love Daiso and Miniso. They're really good for things like makeup brushes and sponges and stuff.
The only thing is while it's cheap, you always end up leaving random kitchen gadgets and things like mugs with cute anime animals on them.
Also our fur babies love the giant stuffed toys they sell.
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
Whoops posted in the wrong thread. That's a good sign that I'm staying off the phone.
I've been thinking of trying this cool vegan shepherd's pie recipe but I think I'll keep it for a colder month. For now I'm contemplating a basic roast veg for dinner, or... maybe some adaptation of borscht? I have 1 fennel bulb, 2 beetroots, potat, and a quarter head of red cabbage. Plus a tin of beans.
E: went with borscht adaptation. There's no fennel in there but plenty of leek, a bit of celery, two beets and two potat plus some leek greens. Not authentic but tastes pretty alright once cooled down.
I may have added a fair chunk of butter 😬 and I snuck in some ajwain seeds as a thymey alternative to carroway + helps with digesting the cabbage. Adding a chunk of miso paste was probably a step too far, but whatevs. Umami 😎
::: spoiler soup
:::
StudChud@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
Still pinging positive, ugh, gotta reschedule this interview I have then.
Fuck.
Duenan@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
How are you feeling?
StudChud@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Much better, not as snotty or sore. My left nostril is still swollen and blocked, but otherwise fine.
Definitely healing. I hope I'm negative by this Sunday, it's my family's April/May birthday bash and I haven't seen the grandparents, aunts'n'uncles, and cousins in a while.
Although... One of my cousins has three kids with an antivaxxer and their kids are unruly and utterly gross. So maybe I "will" still be unwell by then... 👀😅 I really dislike his partner, she's a lovely person, but her "vaccines give kids AuTiSm" spiel really triggers me.
Ugh sorry to vent lol. I'll go if I'm negative, but I'm not gonna take the blame if her kids get sick.
RustyRaven@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Obviously her kids won't get sick, they have iMunNe sYStEmS and haven't been messed up by all those evil vaccinations. Surely they'd welcome the opportunity to be exposed to an infectious disease to increase their immune system superpowers.
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
From the makers of Melanie's Marvellous Measles comes Christy's Cuddly Covid
Mittens_meow@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Anyone do relationship counselling and get anywhere or was it just a waste of time? Spare money isn’t really a thing and it’s expensive af.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
It depends on if each person has good faith.
Mittens_meow@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Hmmm. When I keep being told I need to fix things because I’m the problem, and I have to come up with a plan…. It’s not looking promising. If there’s no connection because we have drifted apart due to stress and no quality leisure time, how is it me that’s the problem, when I called it out AND tried to make plans to fix it (going out somewhere together every fortnight because he is sooooo busy) Sorry for airing dirty laundry, just feel hopeless, seems a shame to throw away 20 years like that.
And cost of living makes it a nightmare to split up.
whatisthislifeilead@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
It's worth it but it may take some time to find the right counselor that's a fit for the both of you. The first one we tried didn't sit well with us, we are now seeing another one who is more on our level. It means the both of us approach the session in a more positive light and we both take the feedback on board, rather than starting the session in a negative way and putting up a block because we feel the counselor doesn't understand us
calhoon2005@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Been doing it for about 18 months this time around, break before that, then for about a year before that. It's definitely not a waste of time for us. Two kids, mortgage pressures, redundancies, loss of close friends to cancer, general stresses of everyday life all contribute to relationship difficulties. It really helps to have a third party give perspective in a safe calm space. Expensive, but if it's the right counselor then totally worth it.
Eagle@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
It depends greatly on the commitment of the people participating. But sometimes you need to do it to ascertain that.
underwatermagpies@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Anyone know whether the Geelong rental market is as borked as Melbourne? I'm half considering a job there.
TinyBreak@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 2y
I mean this is the nicest possible way, but... you understand that means you'd have to LIVE in Geelong, right? You cant even go home and take a shower because you'd just be showering IN Geelong.
underwatermagpies@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
Haha, I quite like Geelong, but I'm generally in holiday mode when I'm there and that might colour things. Pretty sure they do have showers though!
I reckon since I'm going into all the logistics fairly thoroughly I probably won't get the job, so it'll be a non-issue. But we'll see.
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 6 pts · 2y
@underwatermagpies @TinyBreak To be fair, it also depends on where in Geelong.
It's not that bad if you're in one of the new estates near Torquay or in a new apartment block in the CBD.
Corio on the other hand...
Well...
There's a good reason why Geelong maybe has a bit of a bad reputation sometimes.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Couldn't be as bad as living in Rowville.
StudChud@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
Ah Rowville, the PTV deadzone of the SE.
TinyBreak@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 2y
Hey! Its not a deadzone per say. The state government just assumed it was a suburb of bus enthusiasts.
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 6 pts · 2y
@TinyBreak @StudChud Many years ago I dated a girl who lived in Rowville, and I can confirm there's plenty to do there.
You can choose whether you want to go to the Coles or the Kmart at Stud Park Shopping Centre. Maybe both?
Or you can wait and wait in a traffic jam on Stud Road.
Or wait and wait in a traffic jam on Wellington Road.
Or wait and wait in a traffic jam on Kelletts Road.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Knox and Ringwood.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Dandenong.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Glen Waverley.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Boronia.
Or wait and wait for the bus to Caulfield.
Mittens_meow@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Hey, there’s a woollies there too 🤣
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
You have brought back so many memories 😅😭
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Lol, I have vivid memories of the 901 and the smell. Or from FTG Rd the 753 and the 693
shudder
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
I stayed in rowville for over a month once, made me really appreciate living downtown
and I would rather live in a real country town than rowville,
StudChud@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Haha yup it's... An experience that should not be repeated.
Used to live in Lysterfield, then Rowville, then Knoxfield. Very meh experience.
Mittens_meow@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Wasn’t that bad unless you need a train. Safe area, plenty of shops, not far from Knox or Monash or east link. Fairly quiet. Lived there for many years.
TinyBreak@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
or shudders dandenong.
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 4 pts · 2y
@TinyBreak @Seagoon_ Or Boronia: https://youtu.be/yRebOoCvBAg?si=k-ZUznmIyYWshV92
StudChud@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Boronia, and back in the day Bayswater too
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
hit the jackpot, we've named every suburb my MIL has chosen to live in ( except corio ) ( against everyone telling her it's a bad idea )
and she wonders why her neighbourhoods are shit, she has crappy neighbours, there is nothing to do and no where to go and nothing to look at. She complains rich people always live in nice places. ffs, she could have chosen a lot of better places that aren't necessarily expensive
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Bayswater really has freshened up from what I hear. Amazing food
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
Haircut day! Which means I get to go into the city and be around people. In desperate need of social stimulation.
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 3 pts · 2y
@Gibsonisafluffybutt @Seagoon_ Ooh, exciting! 😊
Are you going to mix it up a bit and get a new style? Any that you have in mind?
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Might I suggest a brief lunch interlude at Pasta Khan Dolan Uyghur? (Attempt 3)
MeanElevator@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
I wish I could second this recommendation. My experience at that restaurant was pretty average. The food was unique, but very meh.
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
😮 what did you order?
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 2y
I'm guessing entree was imprisonment and the main was repression.
I hope I'm not on a list now
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 5 pts · 2y
@Bottom_racer @Force_majeure123 I've tried Uyghur food before — albeit not at that restaurant — and it was delicious 😋
I forget what it was called, but it was a dish where noodles were chopped up into little squares, mixed with chopped up veggies, and cooked in a sauce, with a choice of meats (optional if you're vegetarian).
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 2y
That's one of these guys signature dishes, really interesting texture
ajsadauskas@aus.social · 2 pts · 2y
@Force_majeure123 I just mentioned Uyghur food to wifey.
She really doesn't like onions, but likes the taste of their food otherwise.
(And by "really doesn't like onions", I mean I've seen her pick out every piece of diced onion from a dish before.)
I'm not sure if it's just the restaurant we went to, but they had *lots* of pieces of finely diced onion in their dish, so that's a non-starter for her.
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Fuck it why not!
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Aw yeee, get on that self-care! A haircut done by a good barber feels so damn nice
Baku@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 2y
bacon@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Breakfast 🍏🍎🍐🍊🍋🍈🫐🍓🍇🍉🍌🍒🍑🥭🍍🥥🥦🥑🫛🍆🍅🥝🥬🥒🌽🥕🥐🍠🫚🥔🧅🥯🍞🥖🥨🧀🧇🥞🧈🍳🥚🥓🥩🍗🍖🫓🍕🍟🍔🌭🥙🧆🌮🌯🥗🍲🍜🍝🥘🍛🍣🍱🥟🦪🍥🍘🍚🍙🐠🍤🪼🦀🐙 🍗🥮🍢🍡🍧🍰🧁🥧🍦🍨🎂🍮🍭🍬🍫🥜🌰🍪🍿🍯🥛☕️🍵🍺🍶🥤🧋🧃🥂🍷🥃🍸🍹🧉🔋
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Chopped pears and kiwifruit in lemon jelly and a nice cup of tea please.
bacon@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
🍐🥝🍋🍮☕️
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Thanks. Feeling a bit green and yellow today so this suits perfectly.
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
Idk man... I just don't know
bacon@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
👍🥟☕️
Force_majeure123@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 2y
👍
RustyRaven@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Lobster tacos this morning please.
bacon@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
🦞🌮
Duenan@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 2y
Big Breakfast please to send me into a coma.
bacon@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 2y
🍳🍳🥩🍗🥓🧀🧇🥞🍄🍅🥔☕️