IRL cake day today! Will wander down to the little vegan cafe that does a mean three 'cheese' toastie for brunch, then my aunt and cousin are coming down to take me out to dinner because the restaurant they liked last time is only open in the evening Sunday.
It's a move we are thankful for daily. We ummed and ahhed for years about moving to the forest before actually saying fuck it let's do it. Its quicker to get into our respective workplaces too as we don't need to use the Monash...
For those who were following my comment yesterday about my boss trying to get me to fire another employee on her behalf I have good news. My boss listened to what I had to say and I managed to de-escalate the situation to a written warning. My boss was suprisingly reasonable about it, realised she was acting from emotion and thanked me for talking her down. That is not how i expected it to go at all. As someone who often struggles to speak up/stand up for myself I'm pretty proud of myself for once in my life. I'm going to hold off on looking for something else for the time being, but it's made me realise i really need to get serious about having disaster savings Edit: Thanks to everyone who gave their advice yesterday. It was very much appreciated and helped me so much.
Boundary setting is so good. As someone who had none a year ago, I now have clearly defined ones and no problem being diplomatic when telling people they're doing stuff which I find steps over them. It took practise, a traumatic event, therapy and deep personal honesty to get there though.
People either respect your boundaries or they're not worth the effort imo. We don't have to liked by everyone but people pleasing is hard to break out of as well. If someone doesn't like me now, that's fine. I know I'm valid and wholesome and for everyone, at the end of every day it's just them and their pillow like almost everyone else. It's easier to get to sleep when you didn't let someone walk all over you because it causes resentment.
Yes boundaries are so important and it can be terrifying when you come from a background of abuse and trauma. You just always assume the worse. Realising that you can stand up for yourself by being calm, rational and diplomatic is like being able to breathe again after holding your breath under water. I'm so glad you're at a place where you know your worth and your strength. I love seeing people empowered :)
That’s so great! Both for you and your colleague. Hopefully the written warning is enough to scare them into not doing whatever it was your boss was so strung out over. Good for you for handling it so well :)
Thanks a million for all of your advice. It helped get me on track to put it all together. You helped me help someone you don't even know keep there job :) The interwebz can be a magnificent place.
Back from the market. Found some honeycomb so that was a win. The whole experience left me very 'whelmed' though.
Some dickhead is attempting to sell toasties for SIXTEEN (16) AUSTRALIAN DOLLERYDOOS each. Incredible. I paid $6 for a walkin' around pretzel which may have been made yesterday because it was not fresh and under salted. I went to buy 2 simple iced donuts, 1 for me and 1 for Ron thinking they'd be fresh and delicious.. nope, chewy and $11.40. I felt like a banana smoothie but from what I can tell you literally cannot buy that. If you want a 12 berries, flaxseeds, rocket, dove feathers, spinach, kale, carrot and almond milk smoothie for $17 they have you covered though. Just whack some banana, frozen yoghurt, beef milk and maybe a dash of honey if you're feeling fancy into a blender and sell it to me for $8 you pretentious puffy-coated bastards.
I did pick up a lil lasagne for dinner from the fresh pasta place so I'm hoping that's good. Oh and I was only there for like 45 minutes I think so parking was free, which is nice.
I actually relate to a lot of what you said. When I was younger, markets were places to go to get bargains, cheaper than retail or cheap imported stuff. Now I find, especially on the ready to eat hot food side of things, it's not a bargain at all. Last week there was a stall selling pretty average gozleme for $15 each. At my local not terribly cheap bakery I can get 2 for less than that price! It's crazy. I ended up buying an underwhelming pie and 3 (admittedly very tasty) sausage rolls and ended up with very little change from $30. $16 for a toasty is just outright fucking ridiculous!
Afternoon peoples and thank you for all the kind words last night again. It's self care day. I haven't even finished lunch but I'm hell bent on fitting a basque cheesecake and a cuppa in. I think that will really fix me up and get me started for a new week.
I missed your post yesterday but I hope some self care brings some joy. I hope you're feeling better. Basque I had to look up. That does look like a cure for the blues! I always get a sense of warmth fill my heart reading these little empowering exchanges we do here and I thank you for being brave enough to share your darker moments, that empowers us all. Vulnerability is something to share and many times just journalling feelings can be therapy in itself I've found.
It's certainly heart-warming to know there is a community of people who care and are so generous and kind to others particularly in a world where that increasingly feels like a rarity. I do journal from time and time and find that it helps too.
Excellent so happy to hear you’re having a self care day. Restful day is a good thing, especially with the lack of sleep recently. Hope you’re feeling heaps better
::: spoiler assortment of Asian crockery
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Image: 1 large bowl, 2 spoons, 3 oval plates (only 1 showing), 1 small bowl, 3 small plates.
The bowl is larger than the ones I already had. Too bad so sad. Mummy gets the bigger bowl.
::: spoiler make up caddy
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Image: 1 ugly red 3 level caddy filled with teenage make-up.
I spent the afternoon sorting this stuff for my daughter. The reason I did it is because she very long-sighted so she has trouble with the finer points of things. She does the best she can when tiding up but she sometimes misses the small details. That's another story. I am tired now.
Love the haul, mummy does the cooking, mummy gets the bigger bowl! Very impressed with the haul
That makeup caddy looks pretty good. Fits everything, nothing wrong having everything in one place, makes it easier to find things. Hopefully she’ll be able to stick with putting things back into the caddy, after usage
Thanks for the haul pic and the wonderful description 💛
You're welcome. I wanted something light weight but sturdy so I can move it around to clean under. There's still some adjustments to be done but hopefully this helps her and me to keep on top of things. Thank you again for pointing this shop out. Next time I'm going with a list. ☺
You’re very welcome. I swore I had seen the bowl when you had mentioned it and was on a mission to find it. I’m so glad I found it a place I go to quite regularly
There are some really good things in there as well. I want to pick up a 3 tier steamer at some point this year as well. And they stock the really good brand too.
Yeah definitely bring a list lol. I could easily spend half a day in there
Yeah I memorised how I found the item and wanted to save you time and to make sure you found it. Easy to get distracted in there. Next time you can check out the rest of the place 😊
Love the make-up caddie. I wish I had room in my tiny bathroom vanity for something like that. I have some organisers though which are ok. So nice of you to work with her eyesight, that's good parenting imo. Actually applying make-up being long sighted is difficult I find, as I am long sighted as is normal for someone my age so I hope she can do it well enough to feel great.
Maybe something like this caddy might suit you. For someone who is very long-sighted she does an excellent job of her make-up with out her glasses on. Like seriously how does anybody put liquid eye-liner on straight but somehow she can.
Hold the eyeliner steady by pushing your hand against something then move your eye across it. I get it right sometimes but it's hard. that caddy looks perfect for my bathroom honestly.
My cat woke at 4:30 wanting to go out for a pee. I ignored him, so he used his (clean) litter tray. Then he said, well, I'm awake now, what about breakfast? I tried to ignore him again.
Mine (well the floof) woke me at something after 4 with affectionate headbutts and just one 'feed me, bitch' nip. I had to pee anyway so I fed them and crawled back in - only just woke up.
Miss Meow snuck in around 3am to sleep on my shoulder. Fortunately this morning she refrained from the loud purring directly into my ear she often indulges in. She was unhappy but accepting when I got up at 4am, wheras Mr Woof was thrilled as it meant an early walk and that he would not have to get me out of bed himself (he's been intolerant of me sleeping in past about 5:30 lately!).
The cat I'm looking after is warming up to me a bit and just loves indulging in a floor scratch session but then after about 3 minutes suddenly straightens herself out and decides it's a mistake and walks off like she's never seen me. Is not interested in most treats either. Bit of a tough crowd but I think she's never been without her humans (and with a stranger!) for this long before, so she's doing well all things considered.
Went to the local bulk foods scoop and weigh store to get some work snacks and a treat for Mr Smeg. Managed to only spend $15.
I've come home with chilli lime cashews, toasted bbq corn, and Turkish apricots for me. And the treat for Mr Smeg ended up being some dark chocolate coated almonds.
The guy who runs the store is so lovely. Asks your name and introduces himself. Very old-school and refreshing.
Double post sorry, here's another bloody poem - sorry
Melbourne,
Grey clouds roll over your skyline
Like a quilted doona,
Made of rain and thunder.
The bluestone pavement
Smooth and slick,
Ready to send you to the ground
In your heels or smooth-tread soles
As you rush to a cafe,
Nestled in an alley,
Off Bourke or Lonsdale.
Rain, sun, or hail,
They'll be open to receive you
But only between 7 to 4.
Dinner and a show
At the Arts Precinct,
Docklands, Swanston.
The blinding sunsets down the streets
Running West to East.
The chilling icy winds,
Whipping off Antarctic sheets
And straight through black puffer jackets,
South to North, a howling racket
Burning cheeks red.
The summer thunderstorms, the summer heat,
A couple of days over forty
And we're all complaining,
Though we'll complain about the cold too;
It's who we are.
So many of us call this home,
And though I have visited the capitals of our neighbour-states,
(Brisbane is humid, Adelaide sucks,
Though Perth is great, you'll need a car),
I will always come back to my city,
Where I was born, worn, torn, and reborn.
Fell asleep sitting up with my head wedged face down in between two couch... back section things. I was just supposed to be resting my head for five minutes but it turned out to be 90 minutes, I feel like I went into the deepest depths of slumber and frankly I'm a bit annoyed I woke up and have to go sleep in bed.
My plans to catch up on work today have completely failed. I can't even fathom touching my laptop, the best I did was move it in its bag into the study room. I've given up thinking about tomorrow for now. Nobody's going to die. Better to rest for now and try again tomorrow. night night everyone
Overthinking my status and station,
My personality, communication.
I just want to make connections,
New friends, but I'm too self-deprecating.
Online I have time, to think before writing,
But I open my mouth and out it tumbles,
Some embarrassing nonsense mumble.
I come across too strong, I ought to pull back fully;
I wish I was cool, smooth and funny, tactfully.
I try to be witty
To make up for not being that pretty
But I just feel kinda shitty
Too much beer, too much coffee
Sorry
It's just a word for describing, cute adorable things like these two. I inherited it from a friend who used to call their dog 'shmoopy' as an affectionate nickname
Self care Sunday started with brunch at Harrow and Harvest in Lilydale. Amazing food and vibe, and a damn fine magic. The wagon wheels were 🤤
Then Eastland to buy new soft cotton doona cover, fitted sheet and pillow cases from Adairs, and king doona and memory foam pillows from Harris Scarfe.
All set for the new king size bed to arrive next weekend. Gonna sleep so good.
Getting there: very close to the old site( Bunnings Northland) Entry way finding signage easy to see.
Parking: a VAST improvement on parking. Multi level undercover. Found a spot right near one of many entrances.
Pedestrian and way finding: all car park levels lead to the multi level foyer which in turn have both large lifts and travelators. 3 levels in total. We were on 2nd level so not sure whether to go up or down.
In Store: it’s really no bigger than the old Northland site. Just reversed. So the garden/landscape is now on the right side. I never ask for help finding things because it’s WAY quicker to look up on the Bunnings website. To my pleasant surprise the digital way finding was spot on and current for the new store. everything fully stocked and clean. Fuckloads of people.
Checkout: I always do self checkout and there are an additional 3 more scan stations. Awesome.
Trolley return: no trolley return bay even in sight. So just put it back in the foyer area as I try not to be a lazy bones.
Exit: getting out is a bit shit( this time exiting on Chifley Dr) you can only turn left so it backs up a bit. Will probably see if I can exit elsewhere next time.
Additional note: Bunnings is on level 3. Sausage is on Ground level. Today it was Yara Valley Hockey and the snags were 4/5 but they had a choice of white or brown bread.
Yes, I was spending $30 a month on coins. Giving hugs and such is a nice gesture and what surprised me is how many messages ( I always do it anon ) I would get thanking me telling me how being seen and heard helped them a lot when they were in a really bad place. That feedback gave me more incentive to continue with kind acts on reddit
I like this, there are some good things you can do with the coins for sure. And spreading kindness is a noble endeavour! Especially on a platform that can be so toxic. 💜💜 you are very cool Seagoon!
Sadly yes, some even pay for premium and spend it on items for their avatar. Now, I remember Gaia:Online and I miss it, but no way should anyone be paying real money for cosmetics, for an avatar on a news aggregator ugh
I am allowed to judge, because I spent $2K over 3 years on League of Legends skins, from 2014-2017
I haven't spent money on a video game in ages, and at the time I did that with LoL I had a full time job. No way I would ever do something like that again haha
If you pay for a reddit premium subscription, you get a number of benefits. The main ones are highlighting new comments since you last viewed a post, and removing at least some ads. It also gives you a monthly allowance of "reddit coins" that you can use to award posts/comments. The bigger awards (e.g. gold) grant the recipient a week of reddit premium features and some coins they can spend themselves.
Most people probably aren't paying for the "reddit coins" per se, they're paying for the other features. Then they spend the coins to award comments and posts that they particularly like.
The fact that "coins" cost money and are limited means people tend to think more about what they spend them on, so the awards are a lot more indicative of what people consider to be valuable content than free up/down votes.
They aren't getting rid of the paid reddit premium subscriptions, they're just getting rid of the current system of "coins" and awards. They say they plan to replace it with something, but there's no indication of what the replacement might be.
I got given coins once from an award, probably still got 'em. Some people used google play points or something to buy them too. But yes, some people would've spent actual money.
Omg @Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone we headed down to Ming Ming's after 3 large coffees and I was like a cat on catnip. So much stuff there. Picked up bowls and plates (I'll show you my haul later) and other stuff. I call these places "shit shops" because there's so much stuff. I had octopus arms. Thank you so much. I'll definitely revisit again.
If yous haven't ventured outside do it. It's spectacular out there.
Your post is just the right pick me up. Made me really happy to hear you finally made it there. In my family we call it the $2 shop even though the items aren’t $2 (more in reference that things are cheap.. well they used to be cheaper and the name stayed) I haven’t had a chance to pick up any of the soup spoons yet, so I should get onto that.
So I'm finally watching the Betoota Advocate Presents on Paramount Plus. And I'm on the episodes about the Cronulla Riots. I was only 10 at the time, but watching this and just saying like this is bloody embarrassing. Seeing these people just go on the attack at people who were bloody innocent. And the inciting incident about these Middle Eastern dudes punching lifeguards is fake, like it is always is. It's the same embarrassment I felt when we had that transphobic woman come here and Nazis were on full display. This is a massive embarrassment, especially on an international scale.
Yes it was embarassing, I'm proudly trans and deliberately more visible now due those fucking thugs. It's made a lot more people show their support to the whole trans and gender diverse community and realise how much bullshit we have to deal with just trying to live our truth. But unfortunately it's not just nazis. Just tonight I had to leave a group of people I would have gained insight from because some straight cis men thought it was ok to misgender me and talk and laugh about me while I was sitting in between them. It was over quickly, but ffs. I'm over it now and have a safe space to vent, but so many of us don't have that luxury. Overall it's getting better but there's still a long way to go.
Thanks for bringing it up, it's always heartwarming to hear of other's disgust of bigots.
Ugh, that just, UGH! I've mentioned I'm non binary (genderqueer/genderfluid, very gender anarchy), and definitely not going to say that like my struggle is worse. But yeah like transphobia doesn't have to be blatant attacks calling trans binary and non binary folks pedos and shit, transphobia can be misgendering, using dead names, just not being nice towards us. Like I have to deal with a lot of she's and stuff, and it's similar to the singer Demi Lovato who says that they don't use they/them pronouns strictly any more because it's so exhausting trying to explain it. And I feel the exact same way. Especially when it comes from people you care about too.
My dad and stepmum call my sister and I 'the girls' because it's easier, and I understand. But like 1) I'm not a girl gender-wise (even if I'm feeling feminine one day) 2) I'm an adult, when I brought it up I think I was maybe 25 or 26. I'm fully in my mid-twenties (now I'm in my late twenties)... please stop calling me girl, just say, the children or something. Even though I'm not a child, I am my father's child.
And even with that said, transphobia is hurtful towards cis folks. Like you have the 'always tell' crowd who will attack cis men and women. There's stories in America of cis girls being attacked because they win sporting matches. Or women getting killed because men think they're trans women. Like, this is my fight as a trans nonbinary person. But I will fight for my trans brothers sisters and siblings. Like, our entertainment, our slang, our makeup, our fashion, is all on the backs of trans folks.
But also it's just the right thing to do. Trans rights are human rights, no matter what. I am so proud of you for being you, I'm so proud of you for standing up to him, I hope that someone at least stood up for you, and if not, that's a damn shame.
💖💖💖 You are always welcome to talk to me whenever you need it. I am so sorry for this long comment, I'm just very passionate about... well, social justice. My ex-stepdad was a dickhead but he'd always call me a social justice warrior. But honestly, I wear that with pride. Humans need to stick together and stick up for people. I might not understand what it's like to be a trans woman, but I know that they are my fellow beings and it'd be terrible for me to not fight for them and with them.
Thanks a lot hun. I'm passionate about trans, gender diverse, non binary and intersex rights and quite a few other social justice causes and I'm doing something about it most week days. I don't care what people think really, because ultimately it's none of my business. Being made fun of for the way I look is something I've always had to deal with but the cis world still think it's ok to make fun of us and that needs to change. I figure those people are probably bigots in other ways as well and need help, not my anger. I think non binary and other gender diverse people have a harder time though because it's not been as visible as being transgender has been for as long, of course, people have been non binary since forever as well. I hope you did something special for your special day on Friday!!
Even some allies still seem to think of gender being binary. Its not about who's suffering most of course, when one of us gets bad treatment we all suffer and we're all united under the gender diverse banner, always! It's not always appropriate to call enbys trans because there's not always a transition into another hormone biology. So I'm careful about using the word trans to describe everyone with some kind of gender non-conformity. I don't quite understand because it's not who I am, just like I never understood what it was like to be a man or straight.
Even my mother who is a staunch supporter of myself and another trans family member got annoyed when I told her my son's half sibling stated to me she was a demi-girl because sometimes she (her chosen pronouns) is a boy. That she confided in me about though and hasn't really talked to anyone else, was great of course, I love that people I know now have that outlet. I wish I hadn't told mum though.
I dress pretty androgenous and its likely no one else noticed. I didn't want to create a fuss, I just left an uncomfortable situation and felt good about knowing when to leave. I didn't say anything at the time, as it would have been seen as inappropriate in that particular venue, it was an AA meeting and culture war stuff is not discussed. It's tiring trying to educate people honestly. I only bother explaining things to allies. Most people don't read my pronoun badge or see the fucking trans flag patch on my sleeve because they haven't been educated or just don't care.
So proud of you for living your truth, we still live in one of the best cities for being ourselves and living our truths and I'm thankful of that every day. Sometimes I wish I had a tshirt which read, no one knows I'm transgender lol. Like I said, I'm proud of it and see not being my gender assigned at birth as a very rare gift. Cis people don't get to spend years thinking about being cis, but we have a unique other layer to our identities.
Oh and I too extend the hand of friendship, and thank you for reaching out.
I wish that cis people really just had a look into how they express gender. Like, because everyone performs gender that re-affirms theirs. Cis women wear makeup to appear 'feminine', men might put on 'masculine' smelling deodorant or perfume. Like, I wish that cis people sort of looked critically at their own expression of gender and how they might deviate from it as well. I'm sure there are men out there who like baking, and there are tradeswomen, both performing tasks that are "out of the binary norm" you know?
Like, when people ask you, how'd you always know you were trans, or me with nonbinary. It's like, how did they always know they were cis. You just... know. For some it's instant, for others it takes a while.
The world is set up for people to not question anything. It's footy or netball, bbq or baking. I never fit gender stereotypes and still refuse to as a trans woman honestly. I get bullied by some trans woman about my voice and my hrt and tell them to stop being so condescending. I've always been this way I just have the right hormones now. I never thought it meant I was trans until I read that it did and tried leaning more into makeup and drag such. That gave me euphoria. My psych suggested I go on hormones, did my informed consent and to live a life I'd always dreamed about seemed incredible. But it never really meant, oh cool high heels and frocks. It meant being biologically female and to have real female emotions and to finally realy be "one of the girls" at least it does now. Now I just wear what I feel like, masc or femme according to common perceptions. But it's still pretty androgenous. People bullied me to see I needed a new style too. Fuck that, I have always worn band tshirts and such, why should I change that? I have a lot of skirts and a few super femme tops though to be fair.
Make up is a pain in the butt, expensive, bad for skin and takes ages. It's good for events and of course it makes me feel special, but for everyday when I don't need to do anything about it, why waste time and money? I don't need to pass so the cis world can treat me like one of their own... That's a bit like admitting defeat.
I think some trans women dislike that because they never expressed their femininity until it was bursting out of them. People are always people though and want to tell you what to do.
Honestly, I feel ya. I love wearing band shirts and graphic tees and such, and I don't wear a lot of makeup, but I still really love wearing makeup but I 100% agree with you.
It's weird that like once you've decided on a binary gender, you must affirm to your gender or else you're not a real transes. Like, it's just so boring. I mean I say this as someone who doesn't align with one or the other gender, but it's just like, what's the point when there's so many politics and it's like ugh.
Exactly. Why pretend to fit into a society which marginalises anyway just for trying? Fuck that! We're here and we're queer and we're not buying their bullshit.
Ugh, I feel ya. My bloke is the same but with speeding tickets. He's not hooning around but it's the classic "just a little bit over" (bloody idiot!) thing.
I've been reading a book on and off today, in between doing household chores and tending to the daily stuff. It was Wimmera by Mark Brandi, and I actually finished it! I haven't read a book in ages, let alone read one in a day. Having family in northwestern Victoria I was so familiar with the setting, and with the characters being born in the late 70s it made me feel like I was stepping back in time. It was such an authentic and genuinely riveting book! But I still have questions! Aargh! Overall a very satisfying read.
About to head over to the south melbourne market to hunt for honeycomb to try for the first time. That's my entire reason for going but I feel like I should probably think of other things to buy. Maybe I'll just browse around and grab anything which catches my eye.
pulling apart an old dangerfield dress - gonna use the skirt for mending holes in other clothes (first up in mein liebe's pants, the knees are jacked up), and then alter the bodice into some kind of tank-top for spring/summer
I hope I'm not jinxing it by saying it but I think my neck and shoulders are getting significantly better. I think it's the field work wot did it, funnily enough. The last thing I felt like doing, but I needed more whole body movement to promote healing... That, followed by uninterrupted deep sleep knowing I didn't have to wake up to another work day. It still feels uncomfortable when lying down in bed though. Maybe I need to get different pillows.
Took the lil market lasagne out of its plastic vacuum sealed bag, covered it in foil and chucked it in the oven for 30 minutes @ 180. Took off the foil at the 30 minutes, topped it with some grated cheese I had in the fridge and put it in for a further 10 minutes. Looking good.
I get it out of the oven and try to do a knife test to make sure it's cooked and the top layer of pasta seems to be uncooked! Nope.. there was a clear thickish piece of plastic on top of the lasagne which was not at all obvious. I'm pretty sure this means I shouldn't eat the lasagne even though it doesn't smell like plastic and the oven only seemed to warp it a bit rather than melt it. God damn it.
Should be OK. Just take off the plastic, put on some more cheese and bung it back in the oven for 10 mins or so. The first lot of cheese you put on it probably not good to eat, but will have protected the rest of it.
Hoping my tax return surprises me by showing up sooner then it's supposed to. Haha. Could do with the money.
Also finally got a manicure in honour of Lizzos concerts (design entirely unrelated)
Image description: left hand pictured in fist to show off nails which are a pale pink background with purple squiggly lines in different directions and the other picture is my right hand in the same sort of position, this time with blue squiggly lines on the pale pink background. The nails are long (almost too long) and rounded/almond shape.
I too like banherts! It is a good tune but nobody remembers the words in a singalong. Mack, aka Mark Morrison, who was from the city next to where I lived around that time, has a dubious record (pun intended). Has also has various run-ins with the law.
Had a lovely birthday - walked up to the local vegan cafe for a triple cheese toastie and a chai latte, then got a small loaf of sourdough bread from the little bakery. Then did some more tidying and vacuuming before my aunt and cousin came by with birthday presents consisting of a cat themed tote bag and several bags of wood, then took me to the local Vietnamese restaurant they loved last time where we proceeded to stuff our faces. They're already making plans to come down soonish (from Rezza mind you) so they can go again... 🤣
Spent a fair whack of the gift card on toys and schnackos and a brushing mitt for little miss kitty. Why am I like this. I'll take better care of a cat than myself.
e: she loved the mitt on one side of her body... then suddenly decided it was not trustworthy. I'll leave it around for her to get used to. Got a decent amount of fur off her.
The little toy with a jingly ball in the middle and feathers on either end has been a hit, pleasingly enough
she loved the mitt on one side of her body… then suddenly decided it was not trustworthy
This happened with one of ours. On closer inspection it turns out that she had a tiny scratch on one side that the mitt must have caught. She loves the mitt on all sides now since that healed up,
I have a backlog of a bunch of issues I bought over ten years ago from a con (it was like a "buy 5 or a collection of comics" got some really great ones) that I need to actually read through.
A bit late/early to be canvassing opinions, but has anyone been to Frankston Brewhouse? We've done all the local breweries around Mordi and Braeside so thinking of checking it out tomorrow. Cheers.
E: Great place, they've put a lot of effort into the decor and general vibe. It's clean, it's bright, the staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the beers and food. The music volume level was perfect, both in-house and when the solo and his guitar came on at 2pm. Rec.
how do you deal with achilles tendinitis? i might be playing a little too much tennis and my heel hurts now ouch, i asked my podiatrist and she asked me to do a couple of calf raise stretches, but anything else?
I'm seriously considering having another rest day from my exercises today. My foot is getting better but still sore and I've been alternating between household chores and resting it, with probably not enough resting to be truly beneficial. I feel pretty guilty though, so I'll probably cave in the afternoon and try to do something. After I hang out another load of washing and unload and load the dishwasher again.
I see that UMG has spare brains going around. Any chance I could partake of some from your collection? And anything else that might alleviate my head still feeling like death after stupidly staying up late last night
Afternoon nap acheived. Flat cleaned. Cats scared and then treated after nasty vaccuum machine utitlised. Mining and crafting done a little. A nice walk to the beach and surrounds after a solid coffee and another walk to my meeting this evening should see me to 7ks today hopefully. Nothing philosophical today. A bath and a face exoliant later is on the cards. Skin care has become a new pastime. Make up is fun, but it's just unneccessary most of the time.
I reckon Mrs browns boys might be one of the most consistently funny shows on tv. It’s never “set your calendar around it” tv, but at the same time it’s “if your flipping and it’s on your not gonna go past it”.
Totally wack, feeling gross
Heart attack, at great loss
Make your mind up, start a fire
Make the time up, before you tire
Rake your brain for the words
Take the pain and spew it forth
Light it up, because of and in spite
Ain't no rest, we soar to great heights
They'll only respond to our might
I'm not sure what it is that I type
Ok I’ve finished watching the movie. First up I’m not very good at reviewing and im a very basic person when it comes to movies.
This is the first Noel Armstrong movie I’ve watched and my historic knowledge of space events are pretty minimal as much as I love sci fi and spacey stuff.
It was a pretty grounded take on things. The way things were portrayed it in gave it a sense of it being a real scary proposition going and achieving what they set out to do. Some of sequences were quite daunting with the sound effects of launching into space and hearing the hull buckle and squeal from it while being boxed in with hardly a view as to what’s going outside was quite scary.
It was quite amazing how his focused remained on task despite everything was going on.
I’m not sure how to read into some of the sequences or interpret them and if they were his motivations for landing on the moon.
there was a certain amount of liberty taken with the more personal sequences, however the scenes with the test flights, apollo 1, moon landing, all were extremely well represented. I appreciated the camera being up close in the cockpits, as it gives a sense of how harrowing it would have been.
I am very glad you watched it and enjoyed it! :D it's a long one, but Ryan does a great job at playing Neil imo, but Claire Foy as Janet (his wife) stole it for me, she was legit amazing.
342 Comments
oztrin@aussie.zone · 20 pts · 3y
IRL cake day today! Will wander down to the little vegan cafe that does a mean three 'cheese' toastie for brunch, then my aunt and cousin are coming down to take me out to dinner because the restaurant they liked last time is only open in the evening Sunday.
anotherspringchicken@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Happy birthday! Have a fabulous day! 🎂
oztrin@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Thank you!
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
🎂 congratulations on another successful orbit!
oztrin@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Thanks!
underwatermagpies@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Happy birthday! Your day sounds delightful, enjoy!
oztrin@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Thanks, I shall!
ReadEverything@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Happy birthday 🎂
oztrin@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Thank you!
Llabyrinthine@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Happy Birthday! 🥳
oztrin@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Thanks!
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Happy Birthday 🎉🎂
oztrin@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Thank you!
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Happy birthday 🎂
oztrin@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Thank you!
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Happy Birthday. Have a great day. 🎈🎉🎁🎶💗
oztrin@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Thank you, I intend to!
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
It sounds like you have a great day planned! Sending you birthday wishes and good vibes! Treat yourself to that toastie 💜💜
oztrin@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Thanks, that's the plan!
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Happy birthday and enjoy the celebrations. Three cheese toasties are great. Vegan I imagine would be hearwarming as well as body warming.
Pudding@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Happy Birthday 🎈🎈🎈
landsharkkidd@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
Duenan@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Happy birthday!
Make sure to treat yourself and do whatever you want that makes you happy!
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Happy happies!
Pudding@aussie.zone · 18 pts · 3y
I never get sick of walking down to the tracks and watching PB. I hear it every day but I always try to head down to watch it every couple of weeks.
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 3y
Image is of the puffing billy train making its way down the train tracks in the forest
Sir_ListerOfSmeg@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
There's a lot to be said for living in the hills/foothills
Pudding@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
It's a move we are thankful for daily. We ummed and ahhed for years about moving to the forest before actually saying fuck it let's do it. Its quicker to get into our respective workplaces too as we don't need to use the Monash...
eye82much@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
I went to see it a few weeks ago as a meditative exercise and man it's was so soothing.
Pudding@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
Glad it helped! I find there is nothing more soothing than hanging out in the forest, Puffing Billy and his horn is an added bonus.
Outlier1031@aussie.zone · 17 pts · 3y
For those who were following my comment yesterday about my boss trying to get me to fire another employee on her behalf I have good news. My boss listened to what I had to say and I managed to de-escalate the situation to a written warning. My boss was suprisingly reasonable about it, realised she was acting from emotion and thanked me for talking her down. That is not how i expected it to go at all. As someone who often struggles to speak up/stand up for myself I'm pretty proud of myself for once in my life. I'm going to hold off on looking for something else for the time being, but it's made me realise i really need to get serious about having disaster savings Edit: Thanks to everyone who gave their advice yesterday. It was very much appreciated and helped me so much.
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Great outcome all around, I'm so relieved to hear your boss saw reason but also very proud of you (as a total stranger...) for speaking up!!
Outlier1031@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Thank you! And thank you for your advice yesterday :)
Duenan@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Wow. What a great turn around from what it could been.
Well done on the steps you took and also to all the people here who helped you make that decision.
You’ve done really well!
Outlier1031@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Thank you. Everyone here helped so much and put me on the right path. I can't thank everyone enough :)
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Good on you! That's an excellent outcome for all concerned, well done!
Outlier1031@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Thank you :) I'm so glad it's settled for now and things are back to being mostly harmonious.
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Well done!
Boundary setting is so good. As someone who had none a year ago, I now have clearly defined ones and no problem being diplomatic when telling people they're doing stuff which I find steps over them. It took practise, a traumatic event, therapy and deep personal honesty to get there though. People either respect your boundaries or they're not worth the effort imo. We don't have to liked by everyone but people pleasing is hard to break out of as well. If someone doesn't like me now, that's fine. I know I'm valid and wholesome and for everyone, at the end of every day it's just them and their pillow like almost everyone else. It's easier to get to sleep when you didn't let someone walk all over you because it causes resentment.
Outlier1031@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
Yes boundaries are so important and it can be terrifying when you come from a background of abuse and trauma. You just always assume the worse. Realising that you can stand up for yourself by being calm, rational and diplomatic is like being able to breathe again after holding your breath under water. I'm so glad you're at a place where you know your worth and your strength. I love seeing people empowered :)
stardustingss@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Phew so glad to hear! I read your post and was so stressed for you!!
Outlier1031@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
Thank you, yesterday was a very sweaty day for me despite the cold haha
omoikiri@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
That’s so great! Both for you and your colleague. Hopefully the written warning is enough to scare them into not doing whatever it was your boss was so strung out over. Good for you for handling it so well :)
Outlier1031@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
Thanks a million for all of your advice. It helped get me on track to put it all together. You helped me help someone you don't even know keep there job :) The interwebz can be a magnificent place.
bull@aussie.zone · 16 pts · 3y
Back from the market. Found some honeycomb so that was a win. The whole experience left me very 'whelmed' though.
Some dickhead is attempting to sell toasties for SIXTEEN (16) AUSTRALIAN DOLLERYDOOS each. Incredible. I paid $6 for a walkin' around pretzel which may have been made yesterday because it was not fresh and under salted. I went to buy 2 simple iced donuts, 1 for me and 1 for Ron thinking they'd be fresh and delicious.. nope, chewy and $11.40. I felt like a banana smoothie but from what I can tell you literally cannot buy that. If you want a 12 berries, flaxseeds, rocket, dove feathers, spinach, kale, carrot and almond milk smoothie for $17 they have you covered though. Just whack some banana, frozen yoghurt, beef milk and maybe a dash of honey if you're feeling fancy into a blender and sell it to me for $8 you pretentious puffy-coated bastards.
I did pick up a lil lasagne for dinner from the fresh pasta place so I'm hoping that's good. Oh and I was only there for like 45 minutes I think so parking was free, which is nice.
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
I actually relate to a lot of what you said. When I was younger, markets were places to go to get bargains, cheaper than retail or cheap imported stuff. Now I find, especially on the ready to eat hot food side of things, it's not a bargain at all. Last week there was a stall selling pretty average gozleme for $15 each. At my local not terribly cheap bakery I can get 2 for less than that price! It's crazy. I ended up buying an underwhelming pie and 3 (admittedly very tasty) sausage rolls and ended up with very little change from $30. $16 for a toasty is just outright fucking ridiculous!
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
Quality review. Thank you.
LooseyGoosey@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
I can understand vendors/businesses increasing prices to cover rising costs of ingredients (like my favourite cafes) but $16 for a toastie, wtf!
Duenan@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
What are you going to do with the honeycomb?
bull@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
I'm gonna eat it. I've never tried it before but I'd been curious. I can see there's many ways to enjoy it and I have enough of it to try them all.
Duenan@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
Let us know how it goes.
I’ve never had it before myself.
heyheyitskay@aussie.zone · 13 pts · 3y
Afternoon peoples and thank you for all the kind words last night again. It's self care day. I haven't even finished lunch but I'm hell bent on fitting a basque cheesecake and a cuppa in. I think that will really fix me up and get me started for a new week.
Sir_ListerOfSmeg@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Basque is my kind of self care
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
I missed your post yesterday but I hope some self care brings some joy. I hope you're feeling better. Basque I had to look up. That does look like a cure for the blues! I always get a sense of warmth fill my heart reading these little empowering exchanges we do here and I thank you for being brave enough to share your darker moments, that empowers us all. Vulnerability is something to share and many times just journalling feelings can be therapy in itself I've found.
heyheyitskay@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
It's certainly heart-warming to know there is a community of people who care and are so generous and kind to others particularly in a world where that increasingly feels like a rarity. I do journal from time and time and find that it helps too.
Llabyrinthine@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Yay, I, too, picked up ingredients for a basque cheesecake.
heyheyitskay@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Exciting! Doesn't sound too complicated to make but with cheesecakes it's always in the detail and nuances..hope it's a success!
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Excellent so happy to hear you’re having a self care day. Restful day is a good thing, especially with the lack of sleep recently. Hope you’re feeling heaps better
StudChud@aussie.zone · 12 pts · 3y
Dishes done and dishwasher on. That's what I have done, and that is all I will do. Goodnight!
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
That’s enough!
Duenan@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Hard day’s work. Need to do laundry?
If not time to chill with some wine!
StudChud@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Mein liebe did the laundry :)
Duenan@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Cool cool. Now that’s team work!
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 12 pts · 3y
Hello @Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone this is my haul today
::: spoiler assortment of Asian crockery
:::
Image: 1 large bowl, 2 spoons, 3 oval plates (only 1 showing), 1 small bowl, 3 small plates.
The bowl is larger than the ones I already had. Too bad so sad. Mummy gets the bigger bowl.
::: spoiler make up caddy
:::
Image: 1 ugly red 3 level caddy filled with teenage make-up.
I spent the afternoon sorting this stuff for my daughter. The reason I did it is because she very long-sighted so she has trouble with the finer points of things. She does the best she can when tiding up but she sometimes misses the small details. That's another story. I am tired now.
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
Love the haul, mummy does the cooking, mummy gets the bigger bowl! Very impressed with the haul
That makeup caddy looks pretty good. Fits everything, nothing wrong having everything in one place, makes it easier to find things. Hopefully she’ll be able to stick with putting things back into the caddy, after usage
Thanks for the haul pic and the wonderful description 💛
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
You're welcome. I wanted something light weight but sturdy so I can move it around to clean under. There's still some adjustments to be done but hopefully this helps her and me to keep on top of things. Thank you again for pointing this shop out. Next time I'm going with a list. ☺
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
You’re very welcome. I swore I had seen the bowl when you had mentioned it and was on a mission to find it. I’m so glad I found it a place I go to quite regularly
There are some really good things in there as well. I want to pick up a 3 tier steamer at some point this year as well. And they stock the really good brand too.
Yeah definitely bring a list lol. I could easily spend half a day in there
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
I only went down one aisle! I followed your directions and you were spot on. You're a champion. 🏆
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Yeah I memorised how I found the item and wanted to save you time and to make sure you found it. Easy to get distracted in there. Next time you can check out the rest of the place 😊
landsharkkidd@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Those spoons are such a life saver, especially when I'm eating something East Asian.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
For soup or rice or whatever. Such versatile little things.
Duenan@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
I need to get some mini soup ladles. Sometimes you use them when eating Japanese ramen.
I bought a couple form daiso ages ago but they all broke :(
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Well if you're around the Footscray area Ming Ming's had every cooking implement known to man or woman plus more.
heyheyitskay@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Nice collection. I wanted to pick up some stainless stain soup spoons myself but didn't quite make it that far. Next time!
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
That exactly right. There's always next time.
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Love the make-up caddie. I wish I had room in my tiny bathroom vanity for something like that. I have some organisers though which are ok. So nice of you to work with her eyesight, that's good parenting imo. Actually applying make-up being long sighted is difficult I find, as I am long sighted as is normal for someone my age so I hope she can do it well enough to feel great.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Maybe something like this caddy might suit you. For someone who is very long-sighted she does an excellent job of her make-up with out her glasses on. Like seriously how does anybody put liquid eye-liner on straight but somehow she can.
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Hold the eyeliner steady by pushing your hand against something then move your eye across it. I get it right sometimes but it's hard. that caddy looks perfect for my bathroom honestly.
StudChud@aussie.zone · 12 pts · 3y
I woke up before the cat did, and he's yelled at me about it all through his breakfast and morning poop.
I love the boi
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 7 pts · 3y
I too have been thoroughly told off. Tray is unacceptable, stop that loud sneezing, and where is third breakfast?!
StudChud@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
What about elevenses? Luncheon? Afternoon tea‽
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 5 pts · 3y
Even they admit it’s a tad early for those
woowoowoo@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
My cat woke at 4:30 wanting to go out for a pee. I ignored him, so he used his (clean) litter tray. Then he said, well, I'm awake now, what about breakfast? I tried to ignore him again.
oztrin@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Mine (well the floof) woke me at something after 4 with affectionate headbutts and just one 'feed me, bitch' nip. I had to pee anyway so I fed them and crawled back in - only just woke up.
RustyRaven@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Miss Meow snuck in around 3am to sleep on my shoulder. Fortunately this morning she refrained from the loud purring directly into my ear she often indulges in. She was unhappy but accepting when I got up at 4am, wheras Mr Woof was thrilled as it meant an early walk and that he would not have to get me out of bed himself (he's been intolerant of me sleeping in past about 5:30 lately!).
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
The cat I'm looking after is warming up to me a bit and just loves indulging in a floor scratch session but then after about 3 minutes suddenly straightens herself out and decides it's a mistake and walks off like she's never seen me. Is not interested in most treats either. Bit of a tough crowd but I think she's never been without her humans (and with a stranger!) for this long before, so she's doing well all things considered.
Sir_ListerOfSmeg@aussie.zone · 11 pts · 3y
Went to the local bulk foods scoop and weigh store to get some work snacks and a treat for Mr Smeg. Managed to only spend $15.
I've come home with chilli lime cashews, toasted bbq corn, and Turkish apricots for me. And the treat for Mr Smeg ended up being some dark chocolate coated almonds.
The guy who runs the store is so lovely. Asks your name and introduces himself. Very old-school and refreshing.
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 5 pts · 3y
I require more info about these cashews! A recent doco proved why they are at hand shelled prices
Sir_ListerOfSmeg@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Really tasty. Perfect amount of spice. I'll 100% be back for more.
The store was Seedtime and Harvest in Boronia if you find yourself out that way.
StudChud@aussie.zone · 11 pts · 3y
Double post sorry, here's another bloody poem - sorry
Melbourne,
Grey clouds roll over your skyline
Like a quilted doona,
Made of rain and thunder.
The bluestone pavement
Smooth and slick,
Ready to send you to the ground
In your heels or smooth-tread soles
As you rush to a cafe,
Nestled in an alley,
Off Bourke or Lonsdale.
Rain, sun, or hail,
They'll be open to receive you
But only between 7 to 4.
Dinner and a show
At the Arts Precinct,
Docklands, Swanston.
The blinding sunsets down the streets
Running West to East.
The chilling icy winds,
Whipping off Antarctic sheets
And straight through black puffer jackets,
South to North, a howling racket
Burning cheeks red.
The summer thunderstorms, the summer heat,
A couple of days over forty
And we're all complaining,
Though we'll complain about the cold too;
It's who we are.
So many of us call this home,
And though I have visited the capitals of our neighbour-states,
(Brisbane is humid, Adelaide sucks,
Though Perth is great, you'll need a car),
I will always come back to my city,
Where I was born, worn, torn, and reborn.
baconmash@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
i like your poems and i look forward to the third
StudChud@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
😳😍🥰 this fills me with much joy!
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
nice
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 11 pts · 3y
Fell asleep sitting up with my head wedged face down in between two couch... back section things. I was just supposed to be resting my head for five minutes but it turned out to be 90 minutes, I feel like I went into the deepest depths of slumber and frankly I'm a bit annoyed I woke up and have to go sleep in bed.
My plans to catch up on work today have completely failed. I can't even fathom touching my laptop, the best I did was move it in its bag into the study room. I've given up thinking about tomorrow for now. Nobody's going to die. Better to rest for now and try again tomorrow. night night everyone
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Night!
I'm awkwardly falling asleep in front of the fire which will probably result in a neck back tweak heh.
The torch must be carried!
StudChud@aussie.zone · 11 pts · 3y
Overthinking my status and station,
My personality, communication.
I just want to make connections,
New friends, but I'm too self-deprecating.
Online I have time, to think before writing,
But I open my mouth and out it tumbles,
Some embarrassing nonsense mumble.
I come across too strong, I ought to pull back fully;
I wish I was cool, smooth and funny, tactfully.
I try to be witty
To make up for not being that pretty
But I just feel kinda shitty
Too much beer, too much coffee
Sorry
cnutfeelmylegs@kbin.social · 1 pts · 3y
Yeah nah even the Indo-HK refugees think Melbs is a chithole
Moving to Brisbane yet like the rest of youse?
wscholermann@aussie.zone · 11 pts · 3y
StudChud@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Remember: don't trust your farts
source: have trusted suspicious farts and had very big regrets very quickly
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
don't ever ever ever ever eat a whole pack of sugar free animal gummies, even if it's a very small pack. Just sayin'. 😬
StudChud@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
aw man that would do me in as well. usually it's me smashing a whole bag of licorice and wondering why I'm dying the morning after haha
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
I can't eat real liquorice, it makes my ankles swell!
StudChud@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
nooooooo 😭 it's my fav candy haha
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
I love it. 😭
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Shittin' through the eye of a needle?
StudChud@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
I love that phrase so damn much.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
The squirts 😂
wscholermann@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
What calling George or the old chocolate fountain?
wscholermann@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Ugh that's way too graphic.
MisssDarylC@aussie.zone · 10 pts · 3y
So excited for Lizzo tomorrow night!!!
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 10 pts · 3y
Happy the Sun is out on a Sunday everyone. Feeling better than the early morning poopy cold. Get your Vit D in stat! Annnnd have a lovely afternoon ☀️
wscholermann@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Just the right amount of warmth!
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Yup, I'm just about to leave for a walk to the city
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Enjoy your walk!
Duenan@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Love that the sun is out. Hate that it’s still cold outside.
Back to hiding under a blanket!
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
10 mins of Sun at least bring your blanket too!
ReadEverything@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Perfect for sitting on my new bench on my front veranda. Blue skies, sunshine and a Jane Austen podcast, bliss:)
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Sounds like a nice relaxing time!
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 10 pts · 3y
Too cute for words
ID: 2 cats in a puddle of warm & squish
Outlier1031@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
little shmoopers
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 3 pts · 3y
I have no idea what that word means, but thanks
Outlier1031@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
It's just a word for describing, cute adorable things like these two. I inherited it from a friend who used to call their dog 'shmoopy' as an affectionate nickname
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 1 pts · 3y
Thankyou. Warm buzzes I your direction.
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
I can feel the purry warmth emanating from this image 😻
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 2 pts · 3y
Mwah! 😺🌅💕
Alamutjones@aussie.zone · 10 pts · 3y
I’m going to devote today to general cleanliness and puttering about
Sir_ListerOfSmeg@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 3y
Self care Sunday started with brunch at Harrow and Harvest in Lilydale. Amazing food and vibe, and a damn fine magic. The wagon wheels were 🤤
Then Eastland to buy new soft cotton doona cover, fitted sheet and pillow cases from Adairs, and king doona and memory foam pillows from Harris Scarfe.
All set for the new king size bed to arrive next weekend. Gonna sleep so good.
Only thing left for today is face mask and sauna.
fullkitwanker@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 3y
ello
StudChud@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
hola!
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Hey hey!
Force_majeure122@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 3y
Hangover from Friday night is going to continue on into the week 😭 much regret
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
I've been to bed before ten both nights and have had productive mornings. Do some housework, it'll hurt, but helps with the blues. Take care!!
anotherspringchicken@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Ouch. I’m there with you today - didn’t drink that much yesterday evening, but probably didn’t eat enough and now I’m feeling very sorry for myself
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
If it’s any consolation, I feel fantastic.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
What were you drinking?
Force_majeure122@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Lots of beer but some other naughty stuff I rarely do 😑
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 3y
Get on the Vegemite toast asap. It'll fix you up.
StudChud@aussie.zone · 0 pts · 3y
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 3y
Quick lil review of the new Bunnings Preston:
Getting there: very close to the old site( Bunnings Northland) Entry way finding signage easy to see.
Parking: a VAST improvement on parking. Multi level undercover. Found a spot right near one of many entrances.
Pedestrian and way finding: all car park levels lead to the multi level foyer which in turn have both large lifts and travelators. 3 levels in total. We were on 2nd level so not sure whether to go up or down.
In Store: it’s really no bigger than the old Northland site. Just reversed. So the garden/landscape is now on the right side. I never ask for help finding things because it’s WAY quicker to look up on the Bunnings website. To my pleasant surprise the digital way finding was spot on and current for the new store. everything fully stocked and clean. Fuckloads of people.
Checkout: I always do self checkout and there are an additional 3 more scan stations. Awesome.
Trolley return: no trolley return bay even in sight. So just put it back in the foyer area as I try not to be a lazy bones.
Exit: getting out is a bit shit( this time exiting on Chifley Dr) you can only turn left so it backs up a bit. Will probably see if I can exit elsewhere next time.
Additional note: Bunnings is on level 3. Sausage is on Ground level. Today it was Yara Valley Hockey and the snags were 4/5 but they had a choice of white or brown bread.
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 8 pts · 3y
Please avoid this brand when possible. Too many staff have fully diagnosed PTSD
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
from working there?
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 3 pts · 3y
Yes
melbourne_wanderer@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
I know several people who have worked there and all love it (either in head office or on the floor in-store).
Whats the source of the PTSD?
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 1 pts · 3y
Being treated like shit after injury. And in general.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
the new location is not public transport or pedestrian friendly
AldiSaturdaySpecials@aussie.zone · 9 pts · 3y
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 11 pts · 3y
Yes, I was spending $30 a month on coins. Giving hugs and such is a nice gesture and what surprised me is how many messages ( I always do it anon ) I would get thanking me telling me how being seen and heard helped them a lot when they were in a really bad place. That feedback gave me more incentive to continue with kind acts on reddit
StudChud@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
I like this, there are some good things you can do with the coins for sure. And spreading kindness is a noble endeavour! Especially on a platform that can be so toxic. 💜💜 you are very cool Seagoon!
Duenan@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
I know I was a recipient of one of you hug awards awhile ago on Reddit.
Let me say that it was really appreciated what you did.
Thank you Seagoon.
Virtual text hugs are also good too!
MisssDarylC@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
I can guarantee that one of your big awards made me feel a lot better. It was very kind! Thank you ❤️
StudChud@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Sadly yes, some even pay for premium and spend it on items for their avatar. Now, I remember Gaia:Online and I miss it, but no way should anyone be paying real money for cosmetics, for an avatar on a news aggregator ugh
I am allowed to judge, because I spent $2K over 3 years on League of Legends skins, from 2014-2017
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
I spend zero on computer games n/k
StudChud@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
I haven't spent money on a video game in ages, and at the time I did that with LoL I had a full time job. No way I would ever do something like that again haha
cuavas@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
If you pay for a reddit premium subscription, you get a number of benefits. The main ones are highlighting new comments since you last viewed a post, and removing at least some ads. It also gives you a monthly allowance of "reddit coins" that you can use to award posts/comments. The bigger awards (e.g. gold) grant the recipient a week of reddit premium features and some coins they can spend themselves.
Most people probably aren't paying for the "reddit coins" per se, they're paying for the other features. Then they spend the coins to award comments and posts that they particularly like.
The fact that "coins" cost money and are limited means people tend to think more about what they spend them on, so the awards are a lot more indicative of what people consider to be valuable content than free up/down votes.
They aren't getting rid of the paid reddit premium subscriptions, they're just getting rid of the current system of "coins" and awards. They say they plan to replace it with something, but there's no indication of what the replacement might be.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
coins are not limited , you can buy as many as you want
cuavas@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
OK, "limited until you pay more or receive another gold award" to be precise.
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
I got given coins once from an award, probably still got 'em. Some people used google play points or something to buy them too. But yes, some people would've spent actual money.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
well, use the coins to give someone a hug 😊
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
Sound advice as always, Seagoon!
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
Omg @Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone we headed down to Ming Ming's after 3 large coffees and I was like a cat on catnip. So much stuff there. Picked up bowls and plates (I'll show you my haul later) and other stuff. I call these places "shit shops" because there's so much stuff. I had octopus arms. Thank you so much. I'll definitely revisit again.
If yous haven't ventured outside do it. It's spectacular out there.
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Your post is just the right pick me up. Made me really happy to hear you finally made it there. In my family we call it the $2 shop even though the items aren’t $2 (more in reference that things are cheap.. well they used to be cheaper and the name stayed) I haven’t had a chance to pick up any of the soup spoons yet, so I should get onto that.
Looking forward to seeing your haul 😍
Taleya@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
earprick. Ooo. Where is this fine establishment of which you speak?
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
108 Nicholson St Footscray. For all your needs and more.
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
Was wondering why I’m feeling so cold. Check BoM app 5.7C but feels like 4.4C glad I’m not going crazy and it is this cold yelch 🤮
landsharkkidd@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
So I'm finally watching the Betoota Advocate Presents on Paramount Plus. And I'm on the episodes about the Cronulla Riots. I was only 10 at the time, but watching this and just saying like this is bloody embarrassing. Seeing these people just go on the attack at people who were bloody innocent. And the inciting incident about these Middle Eastern dudes punching lifeguards is fake, like it is always is. It's the same embarrassment I felt when we had that transphobic woman come here and Nazis were on full display. This is a massive embarrassment, especially on an international scale.
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
There's a survey being done and submissions sought about changes to strengthen the anti-vilification laws at the moment... https://engage.vic.gov.au/project/anti-vilification/participate
Yes it was embarassing, I'm proudly trans and deliberately more visible now due those fucking thugs. It's made a lot more people show their support to the whole trans and gender diverse community and realise how much bullshit we have to deal with just trying to live our truth. But unfortunately it's not just nazis. Just tonight I had to leave a group of people I would have gained insight from because some straight cis men thought it was ok to misgender me and talk and laugh about me while I was sitting in between them. It was over quickly, but ffs. I'm over it now and have a safe space to vent, but so many of us don't have that luxury. Overall it's getting better but there's still a long way to go.
Thanks for bringing it up, it's always heartwarming to hear of other's disgust of bigots.
landsharkkidd@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Thank you for the survey! Gonna go and sign it.
Ugh, that just, UGH! I've mentioned I'm non binary (genderqueer/genderfluid, very gender anarchy), and definitely not going to say that like my struggle is worse. But yeah like transphobia doesn't have to be blatant attacks calling trans binary and non binary folks pedos and shit, transphobia can be misgendering, using dead names, just not being nice towards us. Like I have to deal with a lot of she's and stuff, and it's similar to the singer Demi Lovato who says that they don't use they/them pronouns strictly any more because it's so exhausting trying to explain it. And I feel the exact same way. Especially when it comes from people you care about too.
My dad and stepmum call my sister and I 'the girls' because it's easier, and I understand. But like 1) I'm not a girl gender-wise (even if I'm feeling feminine one day) 2) I'm an adult, when I brought it up I think I was maybe 25 or 26. I'm fully in my mid-twenties (now I'm in my late twenties)... please stop calling me girl, just say, the children or something. Even though I'm not a child, I am my father's child.
And even with that said, transphobia is hurtful towards cis folks. Like you have the 'always tell' crowd who will attack cis men and women. There's stories in America of cis girls being attacked because they win sporting matches. Or women getting killed because men think they're trans women. Like, this is my fight as a trans nonbinary person. But I will fight for my trans brothers sisters and siblings. Like, our entertainment, our slang, our makeup, our fashion, is all on the backs of trans folks.
But also it's just the right thing to do. Trans rights are human rights, no matter what. I am so proud of you for being you, I'm so proud of you for standing up to him, I hope that someone at least stood up for you, and if not, that's a damn shame.
💖💖💖 You are always welcome to talk to me whenever you need it. I am so sorry for this long comment, I'm just very passionate about... well, social justice. My ex-stepdad was a dickhead but he'd always call me a social justice warrior. But honestly, I wear that with pride. Humans need to stick together and stick up for people. I might not understand what it's like to be a trans woman, but I know that they are my fellow beings and it'd be terrible for me to not fight for them and with them.
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Thanks a lot hun. I'm passionate about trans, gender diverse, non binary and intersex rights and quite a few other social justice causes and I'm doing something about it most week days. I don't care what people think really, because ultimately it's none of my business. Being made fun of for the way I look is something I've always had to deal with but the cis world still think it's ok to make fun of us and that needs to change. I figure those people are probably bigots in other ways as well and need help, not my anger. I think non binary and other gender diverse people have a harder time though because it's not been as visible as being transgender has been for as long, of course, people have been non binary since forever as well. I hope you did something special for your special day on Friday!!
Even some allies still seem to think of gender being binary. Its not about who's suffering most of course, when one of us gets bad treatment we all suffer and we're all united under the gender diverse banner, always! It's not always appropriate to call enbys trans because there's not always a transition into another hormone biology. So I'm careful about using the word trans to describe everyone with some kind of gender non-conformity. I don't quite understand because it's not who I am, just like I never understood what it was like to be a man or straight.
Even my mother who is a staunch supporter of myself and another trans family member got annoyed when I told her my son's half sibling stated to me she was a demi-girl because sometimes she (her chosen pronouns) is a boy. That she confided in me about though and hasn't really talked to anyone else, was great of course, I love that people I know now have that outlet. I wish I hadn't told mum though.
I dress pretty androgenous and its likely no one else noticed. I didn't want to create a fuss, I just left an uncomfortable situation and felt good about knowing when to leave. I didn't say anything at the time, as it would have been seen as inappropriate in that particular venue, it was an AA meeting and culture war stuff is not discussed. It's tiring trying to educate people honestly. I only bother explaining things to allies. Most people don't read my pronoun badge or see the fucking trans flag patch on my sleeve because they haven't been educated or just don't care.
So proud of you for living your truth, we still live in one of the best cities for being ourselves and living our truths and I'm thankful of that every day. Sometimes I wish I had a tshirt which read, no one knows I'm transgender lol. Like I said, I'm proud of it and see not being my gender assigned at birth as a very rare gift. Cis people don't get to spend years thinking about being cis, but we have a unique other layer to our identities.
Oh and I too extend the hand of friendship, and thank you for reaching out.
landsharkkidd@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
I wish that cis people really just had a look into how they express gender. Like, because everyone performs gender that re-affirms theirs. Cis women wear makeup to appear 'feminine', men might put on 'masculine' smelling deodorant or perfume. Like, I wish that cis people sort of looked critically at their own expression of gender and how they might deviate from it as well. I'm sure there are men out there who like baking, and there are tradeswomen, both performing tasks that are "out of the binary norm" you know?
Like, when people ask you, how'd you always know you were trans, or me with nonbinary. It's like, how did they always know they were cis. You just... know. For some it's instant, for others it takes a while.
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
The world is set up for people to not question anything. It's footy or netball, bbq or baking. I never fit gender stereotypes and still refuse to as a trans woman honestly. I get bullied by some trans woman about my voice and my hrt and tell them to stop being so condescending. I've always been this way I just have the right hormones now. I never thought it meant I was trans until I read that it did and tried leaning more into makeup and drag such. That gave me euphoria. My psych suggested I go on hormones, did my informed consent and to live a life I'd always dreamed about seemed incredible. But it never really meant, oh cool high heels and frocks. It meant being biologically female and to have real female emotions and to finally realy be "one of the girls" at least it does now. Now I just wear what I feel like, masc or femme according to common perceptions. But it's still pretty androgenous. People bullied me to see I needed a new style too. Fuck that, I have always worn band tshirts and such, why should I change that? I have a lot of skirts and a few super femme tops though to be fair. Make up is a pain in the butt, expensive, bad for skin and takes ages. It's good for events and of course it makes me feel special, but for everyday when I don't need to do anything about it, why waste time and money? I don't need to pass so the cis world can treat me like one of their own... That's a bit like admitting defeat.
I think some trans women dislike that because they never expressed their femininity until it was bursting out of them. People are always people though and want to tell you what to do.
landsharkkidd@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Honestly, I feel ya. I love wearing band shirts and graphic tees and such, and I don't wear a lot of makeup, but I still really love wearing makeup but I 100% agree with you.
It's weird that like once you've decided on a binary gender, you must affirm to your gender or else you're not a real transes. Like, it's just so boring. I mean I say this as someone who doesn't align with one or the other gender, but it's just like, what's the point when there's so many politics and it's like ugh.
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Exactly. Why pretend to fit into a society which marginalises anyway just for trying? Fuck that! We're here and we're queer and we're not buying their bullshit.
tarciosaraiva@mastodon.au · 4 pts · 3y
@RosaliePreistley @landsharkkidd thank you for sharing this link, I'll participate.
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 8 pts · 3y
Ok, now I’m grumpy. Boyo has fessed up to yet another parking fine. Not like we could have done something useful or fun with that money. 🤬
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Ugh, I feel ya. My bloke is the same but with speeding tickets. He's not hooning around but it's the classic "just a little bit over" (bloody idiot!) thing.
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 6 pts · 3y
This one doesn’t speed, but parking and getting lost onto toll roads. The cameras don’t gaf if you were stressed out or late. Ugh.
Taleya@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Make him pay it out of his pocket money. Not your concern
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
dammit, I lost an earring
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Fuck!
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
I had only worn them twice 😠 , they weren't expensive, $20 at dangerfield, it's just annoying
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Check that it's not hanging off a piece of clothing before you really lose your shit.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
I have . 😟
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
😔
heyheyitskay@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Oh no not the crocodile ones!
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
mushroom ones
heyheyitskay@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
Phew but heartbreaking and annoying regardless! :(
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
I've been reading a book on and off today, in between doing household chores and tending to the daily stuff. It was Wimmera by Mark Brandi, and I actually finished it! I haven't read a book in ages, let alone read one in a day. Having family in northwestern Victoria I was so familiar with the setting, and with the characters being born in the late 70s it made me feel like I was stepping back in time. It was such an authentic and genuinely riveting book! But I still have questions! Aargh! Overall a very satisfying read.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
congrats on the reading 👍📚🏆 the book sounds interesting :)
bull@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
About to head over to the south melbourne market to hunt for honeycomb to try for the first time. That's my entire reason for going but I feel like I should probably think of other things to buy. Maybe I'll just browse around and grab anything which catches my eye.
RustyRaven@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
I suggest you look for some cheese to go with the honeycomb.
StudChud@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
pulling apart an old dangerfield dress - gonna use the skirt for mending holes in other clothes (first up in mein liebe's pants, the knees are jacked up), and then alter the bodice into some kind of tank-top for spring/summer
wish me luck looooool
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Sounds cool, personalising and adapting old clothes into new is so satisfying.
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Rodney Dangerfield?
StudChud@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
I don't get no respect!
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
I tell ya, right now I'm OK but last week I was in rough shape.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
I'm off to Jaycar, anyone need anything?
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 3 pts · 3y
Do they have any air fresh things that don’t smell like a men’s loo?
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
I hope I'm not jinxing it by saying it but I think my neck and shoulders are getting significantly better. I think it's the field work wot did it, funnily enough. The last thing I felt like doing, but I needed more whole body movement to promote healing... That, followed by uninterrupted deep sleep knowing I didn't have to wake up to another work day. It still feels uncomfortable when lying down in bed though. Maybe I need to get different pillows.
bull@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
Took the lil market lasagne out of its plastic vacuum sealed bag, covered it in foil and chucked it in the oven for 30 minutes @ 180. Took off the foil at the 30 minutes, topped it with some grated cheese I had in the fridge and put it in for a further 10 minutes. Looking good.
I get it out of the oven and try to do a knife test to make sure it's cooked and the top layer of pasta seems to be uncooked! Nope.. there was a clear thickish piece of plastic on top of the lasagne which was not at all obvious. I'm pretty sure this means I shouldn't eat the lasagne even though it doesn't smell like plastic and the oven only seemed to warp it a bit rather than melt it. God damn it.
Thornburywitch@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
Should be OK. Just take off the plastic, put on some more cheese and bung it back in the oven for 10 mins or so. The first lot of cheese you put on it probably not good to eat, but will have protected the rest of it.
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
You need some good chunks of plastic in your diet. Helps your body recognise all those microplastics in your other food.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
It's the 6th food group
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
High strength UV torch has been attained. Now I can see how much of a bad boy Bill Cat has been
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone · 8 pts · 3y
Naughty Bill Cat.
You should tell him to book a cheap motel for a few hours if he plans on that sort of behaviour.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Not that kind of bad boy.
Pudding@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
I audibly snorted in a very quiet room at this. Thanks for that image haha
Duenan@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
I’m all nice and warm in my oodie and with a heated wheat pack on the couch.
I feel like a coffee but I don’t want to get up.
Argh, dilemma dilemma!
Also since I don’t have a cat the heated wheat pack will have to do
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 8 pts · 3y
Cats are superior, but one should not microwave them
Duenan@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Duly noted. Don’t worry. Only wheat bags being microwaved here.
Disclaimer: no cats were harmed in the making of this post.
StudChud@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
I will try to manifest a cup of coffee into your hands, though I suspect it may not be successful haha
Duenan@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Haha well mysteriously I now have a cup of coffee made so maybe it worked!
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
image description: meme: guy tapping his head, smiling knowingly, looking into camera
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Pic is of a meme. The guy tapping his head
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
ahh!! sorry! edited, thank you for reminding! <3<3
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
No worries, thank you for editing
MisssDarylC@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
I started yoga yesterday and I am SO SORE today. It was very hard for me physically but I liked it.
MisssDarylC@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
Hoping my tax return surprises me by showing up sooner then it's supposed to. Haha. Could do with the money.
Also finally got a manicure in honour of Lizzos concerts (design entirely unrelated)
Image description: left hand pictured in fist to show off nails which are a pale pink background with purple squiggly lines in different directions and the other picture is my right hand in the same sort of position, this time with blue squiggly lines on the pale pink background. The nails are long (almost too long) and rounded/almond shape.
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Purty nails
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Groovy
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Very pretty
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
I'm only 60kms south of Melbs and it's been dark and gloomy all day I'm jealous :(
the_procrastinata@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Well done Bot! 👏
Dalek_Thal@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Is there an event in the city today? The 250 is hilariously packed
LovelyLittleSausage@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
Run Melbourne is on this morning.
Dalek_Thal@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
That explains that, thanks mate!
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Hey hey
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
It’s Sunday!!
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
You betcha tomatoes it is!
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
I have no tomatoes 😔
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
That's OK. I know you're good for it.
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
I will try to get some this week
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Your tomatoes are on the house.
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
starts climbing onto the roof of the house uh no tomatoes up here? 😜
MeanElevator@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Putting it out there
Return of the Mack is a top 10 all-time banhert
Electronic_Owl@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
I too like banherts! It is a good tune but nobody remembers the words in a singalong. Mack, aka Mark Morrison, who was from the city next to where I lived around that time, has a dubious record (pun intended). Has also has various run-ins with the law.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
The man doesn't sound good tonight. Sounds like a cold. Anyway I'm not taking any chances I'm sleeping on the couch tonight.
Duenan@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
@Seagoon_@aussie.zone @StudChud@aussie.zone
Movie for tonight…. First Man.
Just started watching after getting myself comfy and warm.
Inspired by you two!
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
cool , it's an awesome movie 😊
oztrin@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Had a lovely birthday - walked up to the local vegan cafe for a triple cheese toastie and a chai latte, then got a small loaf of sourdough bread from the little bakery. Then did some more tidying and vacuuming before my aunt and cousin came by with birthday presents consisting of a cat themed tote bag and several bags of wood, then took me to the local Vietnamese restaurant they loved last time where we proceeded to stuff our faces. They're already making plans to come down soonish (from Rezza mind you) so they can go again... 🤣
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Spent a fair whack of the gift card on toys and schnackos and a brushing mitt for little miss kitty. Why am I like this. I'll take better care of a cat than myself.
e: she loved the mitt on one side of her body... then suddenly decided it was not trustworthy. I'll leave it around for her to get used to. Got a decent amount of fur off her.
The little toy with a jingly ball in the middle and feathers on either end has been a hit, pleasingly enough
Electronic_Owl@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
This happened with one of ours. On closer inspection it turns out that she had a tiny scratch on one side that the mitt must have caught. She loves the mitt on all sides now since that healed up,
briongloid@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Getting back into my old comics
landsharkkidd@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Ooo, what kind of comics?
I have a backlog of a bunch of issues I bought over ten years ago from a con (it was like a "buy 5 or a collection of comics" got some really great ones) that I need to actually read through.
briongloid@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Catching up on Green Lantern from 2011-2015, but also more adult comics like The Walking Dead colour remasters.
landsharkkidd@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Oh nice! I remember being so into Green Lantern, still devo they cancelled that Green Lantern show around then.
briongloid@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Anything with Kyle Rayner is great.
landsharkkidd@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
I'm a Hal apologists tbh. I should get back into reading Green Lantern, asides from the Batfam, I love the lantern corps.
Electronic_Owl@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
A bit late/early to be canvassing opinions, but has anyone been to Frankston Brewhouse? We've done all the local breweries around Mordi and Braeside so thinking of checking it out tomorrow. Cheers.
E: Great place, they've put a lot of effort into the decor and general vibe. It's clean, it's bright, the staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the beers and food. The music volume level was perfect, both in-house and when the solo and his guitar came on at 2pm. Rec.
fullkitwanker@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
how do you deal with achilles tendinitis? i might be playing a little too much tennis and my heel hurts now ouch, i asked my podiatrist and she asked me to do a couple of calf raise stretches, but anything else?
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone · 7 pts · 3y
Do not engage with the Trojan prince Paris, for his arrow avenged Hector, guided by apollo which is a dirty word these days.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
see an orthopaedic surgeon
fullkitwanker@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
i would...if only they wouldn't charge so much :(
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
then I advise you to immobilise your ankle for a week or so ( with one of those blow up casts ) Use crutches
( this is what my surgeon did when I had severe tendonitis, tho mine was a plaster cast and for 4 weeks )
dumblederp@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Lookup Dr. Ebonie Rio's tendinopathy healing protocols.
wscholermann@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Goddess_Amaterasu@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Thanks Bot!
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
Thanks bot 😊
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
I'm seriously considering having another rest day from my exercises today. My foot is getting better but still sore and I've been alternating between household chores and resting it, with probably not enough resting to be truly beneficial. I feel pretty guilty though, so I'll probably cave in the afternoon and try to do something. After I hang out another load of washing and unload and load the dishwasher again.
Electronic_Owl@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
:)
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
(:
baconmash@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Breakfast 🍏🍎🍐🍊🍋🍈🫐🍓🍇🍉🍌🍒🍑🥭🍍🥥🥦🥑🫛🍆🍅🥝🥬🥒🌽🥕🥐🍠🫚🥔🧅🥯🍞🥖🥨🧀🧇🥞🧈🍳🥚🥓🥩🍗🍖🥪🍕🍟🍔🌭🥙🧆🌮🌯🥗🍲🍜🍝🥫🥘🍛🍣🍱🥟🦪🍥🍘🍚🍙🐠🍤🪼🦀🐙🥠🥮🍢🍡🍧🍰🧁🥧🍦🍨🎂🍮🍭🍬🍫🥜🌰🍪🍿🍯🥛☕️🍵🍺🍶🥤🧋🧃🥂🍷🥃🍸🍹🧉🔋
oztrin@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Is the kitchen still open? Large latte and a birthday cake please if so. 😊
baconmash@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
☕️🥛
🎂 Happy Birthday!
RustyRaven@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
Some crackers, cheese (extra stinky) and a piece of honeycomb please.
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 5 pts · 3y
Fuck. I think I want everybody’s breakfast today.
baconmash@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
🍘🧀🍯🍍🍕🥟
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 3 pts · 3y
My belly hurts…
baconmash@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
🍘🧀🍯
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone · 6 pts · 3y
A 10L bucket of gyoza pls.
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 5 pts · 3y
Good idea!
baconmash@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
🪣🥟
6368_39162@lemm.ee · 4 pts · 3y
Oh nice and early! Pizza please, extra pineapple hold the anchovies
baconmash@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
🍍🍍🍍🍍🍍🍍🍍🍕
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
What’s news?
baconmash@aussie.zone · 5 pts · 3y
more than one new
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
🧠
Force_majeure122@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Double quarter pounder with three pieces of bacon and some mayo - in a small meal with a diet coke please
baconmash@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
🥩🥩🥓🥓🥓🥛🍔^🍟^🥤
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
5 coffees and 5 croissants pretty please! 😊
baconmash@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️
🥐🥐🥐🥐🥐
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Thank you, sweet provider of the emoji-buffet! 😍💜😍
just_kitten@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
I see that UMG has spare brains going around. Any chance I could partake of some from your collection? And anything else that might alleviate my head still feeling like death after stupidly staying up late last night
baconmash@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
🧠🍨
LooseyGoosey@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Banh mi for me please!
baconmash@aussie.zone · 1 pts · 3y
🥩🥕🥬🍅🥖
RosaliePreistley@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
Afternoon nap acheived. Flat cleaned. Cats scared and then treated after nasty vaccuum machine utitlised. Mining and crafting done a little. A nice walk to the beach and surrounds after a solid coffee and another walk to my meeting this evening should see me to 7ks today hopefully. Nothing philosophical today. A bath and a face exoliant later is on the cards. Skin care has become a new pastime. Make up is fun, but it's just unneccessary most of the time.
tone_212@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Grass mowing and weeding done. Not a task I usually enjoy but with this amazing sunshine I was loving it out there.
TinyBreak@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
I reckon Mrs browns boys might be one of the most consistently funny shows on tv. It’s never “set your calendar around it” tv, but at the same time it’s “if your flipping and it’s on your not gonna go past it”.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
The Vic market Peruvian flute playing giant guinea pig averter played Morricone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EaCHX8qRs4
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
#Worldle #541 2/6 (100%) 🟩🟩🟩🟩🟨↘️ 🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🎉 ⭐⭐🏙️🪙 https://worldle.teuteuf.fr
woowoowoo@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Yay, I also got it in two!
Seagoon_@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
📷 #WhereTaken🌎 #140 1/6 🟦🟦🟦🟦🟦🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Totally wack, feeling gross
Heart attack, at great loss
Make your mind up, start a fire
Make the time up, before you tire
Rake your brain for the words
Take the pain and spew it forth
Light it up, because of and in spite
Ain't no rest, we soar to great heights
They'll only respond to our might
I'm not sure what it is that I type
Duenan@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
@Seagoon_@aussie.zone @StudChud@aussie.zone
Ok I’ve finished watching the movie. First up I’m not very good at reviewing and im a very basic person when it comes to movies.
This is the first Noel Armstrong movie I’ve watched and my historic knowledge of space events are pretty minimal as much as I love sci fi and spacey stuff.
It was a pretty grounded take on things. The way things were portrayed it in gave it a sense of it being a real scary proposition going and achieving what they set out to do. Some of sequences were quite daunting with the sound effects of launching into space and hearing the hull buckle and squeal from it while being boxed in with hardly a view as to what’s going outside was quite scary.
It was quite amazing how his focused remained on task despite everything was going on.
I’m not sure how to read into some of the sequences or interpret them and if they were his motivations for landing on the moon.
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone · 4 pts · 3y
The name of the movie ?
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
Noel Armstrong? Are you sure this movie was accurate?
StudChud@aussie.zone · 3 pts · 3y
there was a certain amount of liberty taken with the more personal sequences, however the scenes with the test flights, apollo 1, moon landing, all were extremely well represented. I appreciated the camera being up close in the cockpits, as it gives a sense of how harrowing it would have been.
I am very glad you watched it and enjoyed it! :D it's a long one, but Ryan does a great job at playing Neil imo, but Claire Foy as Janet (his wife) stole it for me, she was legit amazing.
halibutherring@aussie.zone · 2 pts · 3y
Anybody here know if I can get Dandelion and Burdock here in Mlebourne?