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I first went through and tossed anything that didn't have a matching bottom/top and anything where the seal was less than ideal.
I stacked up all the bowls as best as I could, kind of nesting them inside of each other.
Then I organized the lids in the same order, but I used a pot lid holder like this to store them.
Get some white distilled vinegar and a spray bottle, and spray the shower curtain after you shower. That will help prevent mold and mildew.
As you wash your hair if you get any loose hairs in your hands you can put them to the side so they don't go down the drain and then throw it away after your shower. Also do you have a drain hair catcher like this: https://www.amazon.com/Aire-Allure-Disposable-Catcher-Stickers/dp/B08R283HC3/ref=sxin_12_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?cv_ct_cx=Drain+guard&dchild=1&keywords=Drain+guard&pd_rd_i=B08R283HC3&pd_rd_r=6d0e8015-b5a9-425d-8abe-6ccc161ed4c6&...
Spray some windex on the drain area and wipe with a paper towel to keep it from getting grimey.
And for the hand towels it's probably the lack of circulation and damp air that's making them smell. Get a couple more and change them every 2 to 3 days.
Hey, OP! You’re for sure not alone in this struggle, but I know that likely doesn’t make you feel better. That said, there’s a book on this topic that has been probably my favorite read of the year; I smile every time I read it and have re-connected with so many wonderful people using some of the tips offered, even if not physically meeting up with folks. If you’re interested, here’s a link to it! Best of luck, whether you choose to check it out or not :-)
Friendship in the Age of Loneliness: An Optimist's Guide to Connection https://www.amazon.com/dp/0762472278/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_YWAGE0FXZ5DRCSB2JBNJ
Flipp is really awesome because you can easily clip coupons in the app and it adds the items to your list for you. It also shows you deals on items on your list. And when you're inside some grocery stores, it actually tells you which aisle things are in.
this cookbook is great:
https://www.amazon.com/You-Suck-Cooking-Absurdly-Practical/dp/052557655X
my favorite investments have been my toaster oven with air fry feature and my crockpot
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DNBE8P6/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
Read it, live by it. I know its a bit fucked to tell anyone in this position to just "be better with money" (especially with the Covid), but understanding how and where you spend money by doing a budget is critical. Getting a small sum together for emergencies, is critical.
This book really helped influence and codify how I use money, got my 50k in student loans paid off in 3 years, and has me well on my way to saving for retirement and a home.
Financial stress, constant never ending hardship of money, creates a form of PTSD that will literally kill you years ahead of your time.
I use something similar to this, and keep everything important in there. It lives in a bookshelf where I can get to it easily. We live near an area that sees a lot of wildfires, so occasionally we have to evacuate from our home, and this makes it super easy to grab it and go.
(File your tax returns online, and then scan all the docs from previous years. Much easier to keep that stuff on a hard drive.)
When I was in college, I just kept them in a folder in my desk inside a sheet protector. I wasn't terribly worried about someone stealing it and even less worried about the dorm going up in flames or flooding. The idea here is to just keep it mostly safe and out of the way.
Now I'm graduated and in an apartment, we have a small safe stashed in the closet for all of that. For reference, we keep our birth certificates, passports, social security cards, titles, backup drives, extra cash, and jewelry stuff in there. We brought it with us to the ~5 different apartments we've lived in since buying it and have always find a mostly safe spot to put it.
Roomba vacuums are badly overpriced. You can buy a cheap brand one on Amazon for a lot less. Some of them have very good reviews almost as good as Roomba for a fraction of the price. I would invest in a vacuum with a mopping feature.
Vacuum only example https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077HW9XM7
I recommend getting a security system. My mom got me a SimpliSafe system when I moved out on my own. It’s inexpensive (compared to traditional hard wired security systems) and easy to set up. Also, if you don’t have blinds or curtains already, get them. I feel freaked out when my blinds are open at night. Since you are explicitly concerned about your doors, you could get something like this which will make it harder for an intruder to open the door and hopefully would give you time to hide or get out of the house. You could also put one in your bedroom as an extra precaution in case someone managed to get inside your house.
However, a security system and door stopper are just bandaids if there is a deeper issue than you guys just being nervous about being on your own. Living in fear is unsustainable. Are you guys just scared of the dark or are you scared of your neighborhood? If your neighborhood is so unsafe that you are scared to leave your bedroom after dark, you should consider moving.
So, I’ve been trying this. To be reasonable. It got a little better after I posted this, and I made it work through the holidays, but now it’s severely regressed. I bought and started on the boundaries book. It’s good.
I haven’t spoken to her since the 24th. She tried tagging me on Facebook, acting like things were alright, but I untagged myself. I’m seeing a psychologist about it all on Tuesday Feb 6. I don’t know what else to do.
It really depends on what area of IT you like. I highly recommend you check out https://www.cybrary.it/ they offer a lot of free IT training and offer tracks. They do a good job in preparing you to take certification exams in IT. It is something I wish were available when I started as I basically had to fiddle around and figure it out all alone.
Personally I started out on the hardware side and got a few CompTia Certs. I learned a little sql and shifted to software because I like it better and it’s more money to be made. I became a business analyst for a healthcare company and then fell in love with project management and studied and became a certified project manager and now I’m an independent healthcare IT PM consultant. I have friends that took the software development track. If you do that their are many different options in languages to learn, business segments for instance healthcare, banking, backend of websystems and they offer the ability to work from home. A good friend just travels the world and works from wherever he is coding.
It just really depends on what part of IT you like. I hope I’ve helped and was able to somewhat answer your question.
One of those over-the-door pocket things is great for organizing bathroom stuff. Get the plastic instead of fabric, in case something leaks.
Can't beat a tension pole shelf set for stuff that lives inside the shower.
I have one that looks like this:
It's a pain to clean especially if you leave it too long and the potato dries in the crevices. It's the main reason I never bother making mash 😂
Now that I know the squiggly ones exist I'm definitely investing gin one of them though!
There are helpful books that devote chapters to different aspects of becoming an adult -- budgeting, planning ahead for life goals, learning life skills, household tasks, etc. One such book that's helpful to have around to refer to is Adulting 101. It includes a section in the back devoted to survival and thriving in college.
PIO stands for "port installed options" (as opposed to dealer-installed). A door sill plate is a little piece of plastic (or similar) that goes on the bit where your door closes that looks like a step but isn't.
If you're buying something from a dealer that's already on the lot, you're not going to get a ton of choices; most cars come with a few different specific trim packages. Spoiler alert - you don't need most of it, but unless you buy the absolute base model, you'll end up with some of it. Like, if you want the option for remote start, you may also end up with a sun roof and heated seats just because that's part of the package.
Seconding r/personalfinance and recommending a book popular on there:
I Will Teach You to Be Rich, Second Edition: No Guilt. No Excuses. No BS. Just a 6-Week Program That Works by Ramit Sethi
Currently $7.04 for the ebook and will give you infinite returns: https://smile.amazon.com/Will-Teach-You-Rich-Second-ebook/dp/B07GNXPP4P/
My uncle gave me this book when I turned 21 and it is SO clear, quick, and helpful
Buy this trust me. You only need a small cap full on a full load, but your clothes will smell so good.
Baggy jeans are comfy but not sweatpants.
A denim jacket adds a touch of structure to sweatpants for walking the dog.
'travel pants' are sweats-comfy but without the pj-vibe.
Almost the same for me, after three years I feel lost when I have to dress for an occasion instead of the usual working clothes. I'm finding useful and intresting this book: it's full of exemples and insightful questions
You Are What You Wear: What Your Clothes Reveal About You You Are What You Wear
It’s so difficult to put anything in a corner cabinet but I find it useful to add these acrylic shelf dividers and the just separate my items from left to right.
So this is how you bring yourself enjoyment? Tearing down people who took time to help you?
Never said I "played" with Legos. I just made a huge architecture piece to enjoy looking at day in day out to keep from getting depressed. I would've built it out of anything else that was easily obtainable
But whatever, call me an "estrogen-riddled millennial man-child" all you want. At least I'm enjoying my life. Enjoy your reddit-block.
There are many more important things in a relationship. I enjoy great relationships with my children and grandchildren. I recommend reading "The Shelter of Each Other" by Mary Pipher. https://www.amazon.com/Shelter-Each-Other-Mary-Pipher/dp/1594483728/ref=asc_df_1594483728/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312643571004&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11110353657772103793&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=...
i've bought 2 of these and 3 friends bought hem as well . These are great!
Recommend a bed frame to keep off the ground which is beneficial to keep dirt off your mattress/linens, bugs off, helps your back- not injuring it getting in/out of bed & supports your mattress so it lasts longer. Have 4 of these metal bed frames for personal use & in rentals for over a year, on sale for $98, easy to put together & transport: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006MIUM20/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_ZnVpiwIuYG7AM
Also recommend a mattress protector for like $30- it protects from spills & accidents which can greatly extend the life of your mattress- it’s nearly impossible to get liquid/smell out of your mattress if something gets in like wine or dog pee. Same for pillow protectors: protects from sweat, stains, etc
Not sure where you live & lots of good suggestions already commented- if there’s a mattress factory near you (not the name brand but an actual warehouse)- & you can buy directly from the manufacturer, that’s a solid option.
So I bought this Lacoste comforter, and that sucker is WARM.
https://www.amazon.com/Lacoste-Meribel-Colorblock-Striped-Comforter/dp/B073J8TYC4/
It's heavy, and comfortable and most of all warm. It's cotton, so I don't mind throwing it in the wash, and then into the dryer.
People on amazon seem to love this one for binders.
https://www.amazon.com/Fellowes-Catalog-Compartment-Silver-10402/dp/B0006HXL1C?ref_=ast_sto_dp
i also have super high b/p. At the very beginning of the pandemic I weighed like 205 lb and am a 5'3" 52F, so way overweight. I also had just gotten canned from a terrible, extremely stressful job (but went right into a new job as I had been interviewing before "layoff"). My new job has been a massive life improvement. Also, with the pandemic I have ended up 100% WFH so I dropped 60+ lbs and make my own meals. My b/p is still bad! I have been on a medication for it but I still have to watch my blood pressure like a hawk. If you are getting headaches out of the blue, be aware that is likely a warning sign from your body on your blood pressure. There is an over the counter supplement called carditone that will help bring your b/p down but after a while it will stop being effective, so you can't plan on taking it forever and having it keep your b/p down. Hibiscus tea is another thing that really helps with b/p, make it into an iced tea and drink that, it also is verry high in vitamin C.
HVAC engineer and home owner. For $2,000 I would air seal and insulate the top of your house, preferably with spray foam or dense packed cellulous. NOT only fiberglass. The right way to do it depends heavily on the kind of construction your house uses, so hire a local professional. There may be rebate programs too.
With this, you will actually be able to hold heat in the house and your existing heaters will actually help. If you can't insulate, then the situation is essentially how to hold water in a colander... You don't.
Without insulation radiation based heaters are about the only option. Move them to where you are at the time. Pick one that has a narrow reflection pattern so it puts the heat on your body.
This. Don’t touch it, ask the landlord to check it out. If your land lord is a dick and won’t you can get a test kit on Amazon
My insurance company ( vested interest) gave me a copy of this several years okay- there is a kids version too- I have found it really useful https://www.amazon.com/Take-Care-Yourself-10th-Illustrated/dp/0738219738
Will this one work? I want to be lazy and ship it to my house lol oh ya also my dad said that the wires were hard wires or something? Is that okay? They were super stiff compared to the ones coming out of the light switches. https://www.amazon.com/Hillman-Group-101045-6-32-Inch-Phillips/dp/B000H5ZXLO/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=1L896WREKZ1NE&keywords=6-32+machine+screws+3+inch&qid=1658452518&sprefix=6-32+machine+screws+3+i%2Caps%2C174&sr=8-3
AC uses more energy than box fans. Box fans are pretty efficient. If it cools down in the evenings/mornings open all your windows and get fans in them to blow cool air in. Shut up tight when it's cool before the daytime heat. If you can, try to shade the outside of your windows with shutters, curtains or umbrellas. Even if you have blinds once the sun hits the windows and gets into your inside space you'll experience the solar radiation and heating. If you can't cover the outside then do your best to get good curtains or blinds. I actually use silver bubble wrap I've cut to size in my windows. The bubble wrap reflects the heat out and also acts as insulation.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R1JMGWH/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_6?smid=A917DJU8KFW86&psc=1
You can uncover the windows and open up once the sun has gone down and the day has cooled off.
Sleep with a fan on and a damp towel or wash cloth draped on you.
Loose fitting clothes. Lightweight natural fibers instead synthetic. I always look for cotton, linen, and hemp clothes for the hottest days.
Good luck!
While I can’t promise it will work on this particular stain, I’ve never in my life found a better stain remover than this.
And I’m a messy person. This comes in a deodorant style tube, so I just swipe it on my stained clothes (either right after I take them off that day or sometimes even right before I throw it in the washer- it works both ways) and the stain comes out when I wash it like normal. I’ve gotten out car oil, set in blood stains, greasy salad dressing, you name it. I’m legitimately getting every adult in my life one of these for their Christmas stocking stuffer this year lol
https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Splash-Filter-Faucet-Oxygen-Enriched/dp/B08ZNLKNH1
here also an amazonlink for 10$
It looks like this is a know flaw. There is a generic parts solution that Amazon claims will fix and repair that issue.
UPGRADED 20Pcs W10712395 Dishwasher Upper Rack Adjuster Kit, Compatible with Whirlpool Kenmore Kitchenaid, Replaces W10350375 PS10065979 AP5957560. WDT730PAHZ0 WDT750SAHZ0 WDT780SAEM1 WDT970SAHZ0. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CXRQH2C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Z4W8C9PX0V7E1Q4Q1B38?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Conceptually you want an E26/E27 extension cable, like this but longer:
E26/E27 Light Socket Extender Adapter,E26 to E26 Socket Extender, 58CM/22.5 Inch Extension,Bendable Flexible Gooseneck Adjustable Extension Socket Extender Adaptor (2-Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08T9WGHFT/
There are long E26 cables at most DIY shops, but you’d be expected to remove the existing bulb socket and crimp your leads to the building mains wiring. Maybe get a basic electrical howto book, it’s not hard or expensive. Make sure to turn off the circuit at the fuse box first.
My sister likes the trifold style. She tells me they don't fog her glasses. These are very comfortable: https://smile.amazon.com/3M-Aura-Particulate-Respirator-9205/dp/B095FJ36H2/ref=sr_1_2?crid=J8Y0BD1KPX5I&keywords=3m%2Bn95%2Bmasks&qid=1652037298&sprefix=3m%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-2&th=1
Good luck.
I recommend looking up those cheap shower snakes on Amazon or any drain cleaner that only eats organic matter
In my experience a cheap one won't last you more than a month before you start waking up on a partially deflated bag with awful back and neck pain from the awkward position.
You could go for a more expensive one, but at this point you're probably better just spending that money on a cheap mattress/frame and getting it delivered and then hauled away when you move.
If you need a portable bed I recommend getting a camping cot with a mattress pad.
https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-ComfortSmart-Deluxe-Camping-Cot/dp/B0073WJACW/
I'm considering Xfinity. Here's the modem I was looking at. It says "certified by Comcast Xfinity". Is that all I need? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A1E6BA2/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_60E2071XHP3WMXKBGJGT?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Here's the router I plan on getting: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BJHS3X7/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_GEDSXRZF3DH3CHH7ZK09
I have no idea what Extreme 300 tier means. So what you're saying is if I put my address into your link, it should tell me which modems are acceptable?
This next question is a bit of topic. Let's say I buy a router but don't yet have an ISP service, can I still set it up as a LAN so I can use my printer, steam link, etc.?
xfinity seems like the best choice so far.
So I'm actually thinking. If I get a router and a modem separately, can I choose any router I want so long as the modem works with my ISP?
Also, you mentioned "minimum requirements". What sort of requirements am I looking for?
I went online to look at modems that work with xfinity. They usually say if they're compatible with the ISP. Here's one I'm currently interested in. What do you think?
I think you're thinking of the ones attached to printers. Portable ones are only a few inches wide and a little longer than a piece of paper. I'm attaching and Amazon link for one I was referring to. https://www.amazon.com/Brother-DS-640-Compact-Document-Scanner/dp/B083R36CY4/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1DWMB77T925QQ&keywords=portable%2Bdocument%2Bscanner&qid=1648659181&sprefix=%2Caps%2C501&sr=8-3&th=1
I'd hold out as long as possible, especially since there's a class action lawsuit. Try some Liqui Moly Cera Tec Friction Modifier, it puts a coating on the cylinder liners and should help with the oil loss.
Try using some high mileage motor oil [I use Super Tech high mileage synthetic from Wal*Mart, it's inexpensive and highly rated] and Liqui Moly Motor Oil Saver. I use these in both of my high mileage cars & they work great. Be sure to use the proper weight oil, for your Equinox it's Super Tech High Mileage Full Synthetic SAE 5W-30.
I got covers for my cars, it's cheap insurance. Favoto Hatchback Car Cover 5 Layers Universal Fit @ Amazon. Currently 12% off. It's cheap insurance @ ~$40-$50.
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I was able to find one of these at a bargain rate to replace on old mattress a couple years ago. They come rolled up and you unroll them and let it set up for ten minutes, and then you can use it.
If you still have to fold for your parents, get a folding board - it’s so worth it. When I was married it made a big difference.
Here’s an example but they’re easy to find: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077XV9VZG/
get one of these bad boys, you can also roll them and put them into a box. I found that easier and space-saving.
basically, I just use the folder to fold them left and right, and then roll them instead of flapping the lower part over :)
Set expectations for what you want done and if you prefer “deep cleaning” or just organizing. My ex-wife used to get dry erase sleeves and put a checklist of what she wanted for each day. For example she had printed a Monday checklist with Bathrooms then check boxes for winded mirrors, vacuum floors, Lysol wipe counters, etc
Lecruset sell a very good cleaner for their cast iron range of dishes. Le Creuset ecological cleaner and protector for enamelled cast iron cooking utensils, 250 ml, 71039 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01AXZ6E8I/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_FM1P7H4CP6F1TA470KFR
Leave that to soak on it for 30 mins and scrub the life out of it, rinse off and wash as normal, it will look brand new.
I bought a pair of all metal thread steps with a very pointy tip blades. I use those to cut down the cylinder slide it under the fibers and threads or easily, and I can simply push them closed to cut through.
Groves Metal Thread Snips - 3 Colours Avaliable (Blue) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RK33CZR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_7D33BKNE4Z112JWATKHF
Then I bought these hair-brush cleaners to use to pull dust and fibers out of the brushes themselves
2 Packs Hair Brush Cleaner... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZFJL5YM?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Check Amazon, I got a bunch of rugs from them on the cheap. I use these rugs made from recycled soda bottles but they seem to have gone up astronomically in price. They're made from recycled soda bottles and are virtually indestructible. Shop around, you can find something similar that is budget friendly.
There are magical, far superior ones that slice the can open on the side, like above the label, horizontally instead of the inferior vertical cutting can opener that cuts the top of the can downward. It's actually kind of hard to tell in this picture but I think this one was actually made by the vertical kind.. just a good one that doesn't leave much of an edge behind. Look through the photos of this fancy one on Amazon.
Get some clamp pliers like these
C.H. Hanson 70950 Manual Locking Pliers, Long Nose, 9 inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CMRKJT6/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_BV923WGCD5SVSJRTX2KK
And later you can get a replacement handle. Take a picture of the valve to your local hardware store.
I love using the You Need A Budget (YNAB) app.
My SO showed it to me and after the free month of using it I loved it so much I paid the $84 year long subscription (other wise its $12/month). My SO managed to get a few months free I think with proof of being a student if that helps.
You can add - and if you choose to do so link - multiple accounts (banking or credit cards) so it can automatically keep track of your spending habits or you can manually enter in your money flow.
YNAB has a budgeting method that they believe can help you best achieve your financial goals based in four rules:
- Give every dollar a job
- Embrace your true expenses
- Roll with the punches
- Age your money
I’m not going to go into what those mean, if you’re curious see the link.
I personally enjoy being able to see all of my expenses and savings goals quickly, easily, and all in one place with their mobile app as well as being able to go through and set or change my goals whenever.
Before this I was using a free app but just wasn’t cutting it. I could see where my money was going, but there was no direction or suggestions into why or how I should be breaking up my paychecks, let alone show me how to take steps toward building up savings.
With YNAB I’ve been able to set a budget with a system that warns you when it happens that you’ve gone over and tells you that you need to adjust from other areas of your budget. This really helped me realized and prioritize my financial needs and goals.
They also have free financial webinars and really great (and my SO has told me) customer service. If you don’t like it there is a 100% money back guarantee and you don’t have to enter any credit card info to get the free trial (though to do it go through their website before setting up the app)
10/10 recommend.
Make sure you're perusing /r/personalfinance as well. There's a lot of resources on this exact question.
A great system I came across was through using [You Need A Budget(https://www.youneedabudget.com/). YNAB is built on 4 rules:
- Give Every Dollar a Job
- Embrace Your True Expenses
- Roll With The Punches
- Age Your Money
There's a little bit of a learning curve, but it's pretty intuitive once you wrap your mind around the system. They also give you 34 days for free to give it a try.
Hey u/Seankingston4ever,
My sister and I are currently subletting our apartment (2 beds, 2 bath) for $900/room. We have lots of details in the listing below if you wanna check it out! This includes utilities and we cover the month of July. We would also cover the down payment which is $200/person, so a total of $400. Pet friendly and located in Cragmoor Neighborhood, Colorado Springs.
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Reach out if you have any question on the apartment or advice for living in Colorado!
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I gotchu. Office chair wheels!
I'm sorry that's happening. Get yourself some books on grieving. Give yourself the grace to feel what you're feeling.
A book that I like is "The Magnanimous Heart - Compassion and Love, Loss and Grief, Joy and Liberation"
Great, you're getting much closer to a workable plan. Make sure to find out what their expectations would be if you are staying in their spare room, whether it's rent/utilities/chores/what rules of the house they have. You dont want to ruin a friendship because you have different expectations.
If I were you, I would try to make a plan to move out when you go to college. That should give you some time to get things figured out before you have to actually move. In the mean time start becoming as independent as possible.
Get your licence, make and stick to a budget, pay your own car insurance and gas money (when it's your own car you'll have to pay licence and registration fees, and maintenance costs as well) , get your phone on your own plan. Start buying and cooking your own food (or cook for your friends) the more you broaden your experience, and force yourself to adult while you are still at home, the easier (and cheaper) it will be when you do move out. If there is anything your parents do for you that you don't know how to do, learn to do it now, laundry, cooking, cleaning, while you're living at home it is a safer place to mess that up, and doing more of that stuff might get your parents a bit off your back in the mean time.
Good luck with whatever you decide to do. I did find a relatively well reviewed book on moving out, but it looks like paperback only
Life Skills 101: A Practical Guide to Leaving Home and Living on Your Own
Not a vegetarian, but I have lived with and helped cook with vegan's so while I do love chicken, I've realized there is a lot I can do with veggies to get my protein. Beans are a solid goto when meat is too expensive. I recommend getting an instant pot (automatic pressure cooker) some soft of inexpensive bouillon. Personally I use the Pollo flavor from Knorr since you can get a massive tub of it for like 2-3 dollars at grocery outlet. What I like to do is use the sear feature to roast a few cloves of garlic and an onion or two, then add my seasoning, beans and water and just use the automatic bean/chilli setting. Come back within the hour and you've got lots of tasty beans you can choose to use right away, or separate and freeze. I like doing it this way since you don't have to soak anything overnight and dry beans themselves CAN be under a dollar a pound if you know where to look.
Get a toilet brush like this. It doesn't have to be that exact one, just one with the extra little brush that cleans under the rim. You'll probably be grossed out by how much nasty stuff comes out the first time you use it.
I searched Amazon for landscape coloring books for adults and this is just one of the results.
We use these by our front porch. They work great! Can probably find them cheaper at your local hardware store.. Raid Outdoor Ant Spikes - 6 CT https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WSVKPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_2PPYYZ2WYQQ2E3HTS6SE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Take extra magnesium and if you can, rub magnesium oil on tight muscles. This is the one I have used. It absorbs quickly and doesn’t itch. You should get just one bottle because a 3 pack would probably last you 5-6 years. Unless you have 2 friends you can share the other two bottles with.
You can definitely find [laundry baskets that are one continuous piece of plastic](amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Through-Handle-Laundry-Basket-FG287400WHT/dp/B00NWY61CM/ref=sxin_13_ac_d_mf_br?ac_md=3-2-UnViYmVybWFpZA%3D%3D-ac_d_mf_br_br&cv_ct_cx=laundry+basket&keywords=laundry+basket&pd_rd_i=B00NWY61CM&pd_rd_r=87518f78-c24c-486a-9d70-4e4f7c9d7227&pd_rd_w=rKiA4&pd_rd_wg=SX6C1&pf_rd_p=17756b3a-4504-468b-830d-8b5875afd168&pf_rd_r=F5ABYXE6ATR7TWXY4JH0&psc=1&qid=1639095084&sr=1-3-ed8a42d3-65f1-4884-a3a2-0dd6e83b6876).
If you are in trouble and in the US there are teen/young adult homeless shelters in most cities that will offer a meal and a place to stay and help you get on your feet. They will need guardian/parental permission though and can get it over the phone. I worked at one for 5 years. You can go 24/7 typically, after hours with a police escort. You just have to call 911 and they will accompany you. You don't have to be homeless. When teens and parents fight they often need a break from each other and half the time that's what these shelters are used for. They also operate as drop-in centers that you can get a meal, clothing, toiletries, bus pass, psychiatric care, etc at. I know that schools often provide free breakfast and lunch and sometimes weekend packages of food, you just have to apply. At 18 you should be able to qualify for food stamps as well. Food banks are pretty easy to qualify for too. I've seen lots of free food lately on Offerup.com. Venturing out on your own is a big deal. Make sure you have a few things settled first. You'll want an ID and typically need a parent/guardian to help you get the first one. Check your credit score as it will be important to your financial health in the long run and most places you rent from will require a credit check. Study up on it, it'll always be important. You could probably survive on $100 for food but it would be challenging. Some stores sell bulk by the pound. As far as calories go there is probably an online calculator showing you how many calories a person your size and activity level would be. You'd most definitely need a place you could cook in order to survive on $100. There's a lot to consider and too much to probably add here. Feel free to come back with questions as you have them.
This is being assertive! Great attributes to have. To many people get walked on because they know what they want and can't say it. https://www.buzzsprout.com/979261/episodes/5378191-the-power-of-being-assertive-true-life-story-feat-james-rudy
Want a funny listen.. my kids learning how to cook and being willing to eat anything.
Yes it can be!
Getting used to a schedule.
Realizing that you need to do it for a great why.
And more than likely you assume it should be fun.
But, it might not be.
Good luck.
I hope this podcast helps.
https://www.buzzsprout.com/979261/3750317-work-life-and-balance
Ah, possibly just a US thing. Here’s a US Amazon link to see what they are here.
This is a heated mattress pad:
I’ll add a trick to this: get at least two “Spray&Wash Stain Stick”. You need the “Spray & Wash” brand, not something else.
Spray & Wash Stain Stick (This is a 3 pack, so you only need one.)
Keep one at work (locker, desk, briefcase, purse, whatever you have). And keep one at home. You have a spare for the car or for when you run out.
Why? Because you rub it on a stain as soon as the stain happens and then you can wait up to a week to wash it. Otherwise, the longer a stain sets, the less likely it will come out.
You can treat a stain soon after it happens, wash when you get home, check the items as they come out of the washer, and treat again as needed.
The only way to get over it is to expose yourself to it. Start with one room at a time. Then you can tackle the whole house.
PS, You may have to experiment with different types of poison to see what works best. But once you find a working solution, you just have to stick with it. I've found that this stuff like this works very well.
https://www.amazon.com/Combat-Killing-Indoor-Outdoor-Syringe/dp/B000QRAXSG/
Look for something like this, or a ceramic baking tray that you can flip over.
Range Kleen Silver Counter/Table Protector Mat-17" x 20"-2 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07THFZ24N/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_56NXAEKY6JCKJ9HQ2C8X
KAYIZU Brand Men's Underwear Ultimate Soft Cotton Boxer Brief (6-Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JZ6VHOW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_XGD5SDMZW0J2R419S41E
My dude your package will never look or feel as good
I use something like this for my pants.
There are some risers which only have two sides so something flat like this can sit on them, as opposed to the ones that hold stick legs. I had to use them in my dorm room. They’re not super sturdy if there’s any motion to the furniture (like getting in and out of bed can shift it off the riser), but for a heavy desk they may work.
Something like this that comes with both legs & metal plates to screw them into could work (assuming the width of the plates is narrower than the width of the boards at the bottom):
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0757G9RR5/
Note that when you attach the plates, you might need to drill a hole for the peg to go into.
Shampoo or steam clean the rug, and get this stuff called Kids N Pets. Its an enzyme based cleaner that gets ALL of the smell out- so well that you shouldn’t have to worry about your cats smelling it after it’s clean and peeing there again. Also, I would advise getting another litter box, and moving the rug to a different spot at least for now.
I think this book could help. It is entertaining and covers how objectively the world has actually gotten much, much better in a lot of ways.
Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think https://www.amazon.com/dp/1250123828/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_X5B550AEHKC16GX15AZN
Okay, thanks for letting me know you're not trolling.
Can you identify why you feel that only teenage ? is a valid form of success?
Also, are you able to get this book: https://www.amazon.com/How-Miserable-Your-Twenties-Strategies/dp/168403471X?
I don't think you should read it by yourself because it's hard. But, I've been where you are, I've been meaning to read it and we can do a readalong in the sub and keep you company while you get through this. You're being shortsighted and the solution to this is really too easy to let you fall into this. It's not as terrible as it seems.
Are you interested in doing that?
this is the vacuum that my mom friend recommended or even cheaper This one
Barley, oatmeal, etc pouches have more diverse fiber. Add water and stir.
Look in the prepared foods section for soup or wraps.
Buy some nutritional shakes.
Trader Joe’s and WalMart have some Indian food pouches that are tasty and so does Amazon. I have put these on naan bread or as filling in tortillas.
Get some breakfast sandwiches and yogurt in packs.
Buy some flavored sparkling water in cans.
If you can afford it—you could also buy the readymade fruit trays so you don’t have to clean and portion the fruit.
I know it's not the same but if you're looking mainly for some ear protection but still be able to hear, concert ear buds are pretty dang amazing. you can still hear people talk as the buds cancel out certain levels of frequencies.
Personally I really really love my Decibullz they're the first pair I tried and havn't had to try any others! they can be a little tricky to mold but you can redo it if you goof up a bit. and they're not too too obvious :)
I've been using Holloway House Quick Shine Concentrated Multi-Surface Floor Cleaner and Quick Shine High Traffic Hardwood Floor Luster and Polish for a few decades, they work wonders.
We bought the following on Amazon before Christmas for $300 (it was on sale) and it sleeps great for us 6’1”, 250 lbs & 5’5”, 165lbs. Recommended it to a couple that are 6’1”, 300lbs & 5’9”, 250 lbs and they also love it. I was having problems with my feet & joints (gained 30 lbs last year, ugh) and this mattress resolved my issues.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XVKGC0/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_iB5.FbASVQ9BD?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
It arrives on your porch in a big box that you have to wrestle in yourself. Do an internet search for mattress disposal in your area.
Good luck!
The lunch bags are good enough to hold cold inside (with the ice pack) for one day, in my experience. I also have a method to increase the coldness. The night before, I put the ice packs in the freezer. Then I pack my lunch the night before, zip up the bag with the food inside, and refrigerate the whole bag with the food in it overnight. In the morning, I put the frozen ice packs in the already-cold lunch bag and take it to work. The food is always cold when I go to eat it at lunchtime. I got this bag two years ago and I love it, but they sell bags like it everywhere (drug stores, grocery stores, Amazon, Target, etc.).
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I make my pasta salad with pasta, and chopped raw vegetables like onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, and tomato. The dressing I use is Italian style (I make my own but you can buy it).
Dressing choice is important because the problem with letting food sit out at room temperature is that some foods spoil faster than others. Dairy and egg foods like milk, yogurt, eggs, mayonnaise, and meats and fish can go bad rapidly. Salad dressings with names like "Ranch", "Creamy", or "Bleu Cheese" have dairy in them and need to be refrigerated. Salad dressings like "Italian" or "Vinaigrette" usually only have vinegar and oil in them, so they last much longer and are safe to take in your lunch bag.
I actually based my salad off this recipe from budgetbytes (literally I love this blog). Also, I don't go out of my way to run to the store if I don't have all the exact ingredients that the recipe calls for, it's fine with just one or two types of veggies. You don't have to spend a lot.
It's called Loop Habit Tracker. I absolutely love this one. It has widgets, so I have a whole screen that I can just tap off once something is done, and I color code them by type. I think this is the only app I've ever reviewed xD I would honestly probably have more to say about it if I wasn't half asleep, lol
Okay, I successfully got rid of bed bugs. Here is what you have to do:
- Wash everything (all bedding, clothes, pillows, stuffies, etc) and hot dry. Re-wash bedding often and make sure clothes are put away far from places where people exist (near couches and beds)
- Move all furniture away from the walls
- Vacuum all the floors and couches (especially in the creases)
- https://www.amazon.com/Raid-Max-Flea-Killer-17-5/dp/B00GCF9QRA Raid the SHIT out of everything (every crease in the wall, floors, bed frames, box springs, everything!)
- Check for signs of bugs (the bug feces are the clearest indicator of where they are) and clean everything near there (the bugs tend to live in tight hidden areas so check under mattresses, inside of couches, in the seams of stuffies
- repeat steps 3-6 at least twice a week until you have not seen any bug signs for over two weeks
If possible, open windows and put infested furniture/mattresses outside
Keep your furniture moving. those little shits don't like to leave.
Oxo makes a plunger/brush set with holder that works well. You want a really stiff black rubber cone with that extra collar around the bottom.
https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Hideaway-Toilet-Plunger-Combination/dp/B00L9WK3TG