mommadragon72
mommadragon72 t1_iznw8mk wrote
Reply to comment by rncookiemaker in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed
When we make a dish, esp a dessert to take somewhere I always make two and leave one at home. That way the family that helped make it, smelled it cooking and/ or cleaned up the kitchen also get to enjoy it
mommadragon72 t1_iybni2v wrote
Reply to comment by nip_pickles in LPT if you struggle with depression or other disorders preventing ADLs, you don't have to eat a full meal or even get into the shower in order to have tiny successes. by nip_pickles
Protein shakes sub for creamer very nicely and then I can honestly say I had breakfast not' just coffee"
mommadragon72 t1_iybncrj wrote
Reply to comment by tayloline29 in LPT if you struggle with depression or other disorders preventing ADLs, you don't have to eat a full meal or even get into the shower in order to have tiny successes. by nip_pickles
I keep them in my car
mommadragon72 t1_ixnxwcp wrote
Reply to comment by BrookeBaranoff in LPT: Just because it’s a holiday doesn’t mean you have to spend it with family/loved ones who are detrimental to your mental health. Happy Thanksgiving! by SirCSquared
We are celebrating a day off from work and enjoying great food together
mommadragon72 t1_ixnxtnd wrote
Reply to comment by spellz666 in LPT: Just because it’s a holiday doesn’t mean you have to spend it with family/loved ones who are detrimental to your mental health. Happy Thanksgiving! by SirCSquared
I hope you and little one find a safe place to land. Friends that become family matter more to me these days.
mommadragon72 t1_ixnxq46 wrote
Reply to comment by nezukotanjiro150 in LPT: Just because it’s a holiday doesn’t mean you have to spend it with family/loved ones who are detrimental to your mental health. Happy Thanksgiving! by SirCSquared
We have family that is local. We don't spend holidays with them bc it's not ok. They are hateful to my LGBT kids ( actually offered to pay for conversion therapy in fact). We don't see them, not ok for our mental health plus you don't get to be ugly to my kids ( yes I am a momma bear). Family is who you make it. We collect " family" that had no blood relation to us and those folks are welcome at our feast
mommadragon72 t1_ixnxak4 wrote
Reply to comment by Baxterado in LPT: Just because it’s a holiday doesn’t mean you have to spend it with family/loved ones who are detrimental to your mental health. Happy Thanksgiving! by SirCSquared
Sending you hugs bc you really need support n love with that going on
mommadragon72 t1_ixnx52d wrote
Reply to comment by Autumnlove92 in LPT: Just because it’s a holiday doesn’t mean you have to spend it with family/loved ones who are detrimental to your mental health. Happy Thanksgiving! by SirCSquared
Yep!! Find the people you enjoy being with, that make you feel loved and safe, visit them!
mommadragon72 t1_ixnx0e7 wrote
Reply to LPT: Just because it’s a holiday doesn’t mean you have to spend it with family/loved ones who are detrimental to your mental health. Happy Thanksgiving! by SirCSquared
Find people you love that are good for you. Visit them!!
mommadragon72 t1_iuj013v wrote
Reply to LPT: Count the number of Trick or Treaters that come to your door. It’ll help with buying candy next year. My dad kept a tally for decades. Now my sibs and I do the same. Knowing we had 63 kids in 2021 helped to decide how many bags of candy to buy. by gladysk
We have moved multiple times. I always ask at least three different neighbors and average that. We have lived in areas where ten big bags was barely enough and where a single bag had leftovers. This year we did small toys plus candy. Got around 100 last year. Hope to see that many again!
mommadragon72 t1_iues3zu wrote
Reply to comment by sideshowmario in LPT: Try to keep problems with you and your significant other between the two of you. by Pale_Perception_4927
Not bad talking your partner to your family is a different thing then hiding abuse. I'm sorry y'all had to go through that, I hope you and the kids are safe and happy now
mommadragon72 t1_iuerxlg wrote
Reply to comment by thanif in LPT: Try to keep problems with you and your significant other between the two of you. by Pale_Perception_4927
That and you love your partner, your family loves you first ( most of the time) and are protective of you. You forgive your partner, your family may not.
I know that's assuming healthy family dynamics but it also holds true for close friends
mommadragon72 t1_iublldz wrote
Reply to comment by [deleted] in LPT: Measure the length of one of your fingers from tip to joint, remember it and always have primitive measuring tape with you. by pheenX
Your left hand makes an L with the thumb and forefinger
mommadragon72 t1_iuaihc5 wrote
Reply to LPT Request: how to deal with an emotionally draining friend I have to see on a daily basis by mercurysnowman
Set boundaries, and verbalize them. I know things have been hard for you lately, and I know you need to vent but I need to limit there amount of time I listen. Then give them 10 minutes to vent. Or change the dynamic, I hear you are struggling right now, what can I actually do to help? Do you need a safe place to vent or help with solutions? I can hold space for you but I need to keep myself healthy
mommadragon72 t1_ittbqxz wrote
Reply to comment by parinaud in LPT: if you’re trick or treating with a child with food allergies, bring your own candy! by 99badwolfbaloons
Best bet for kiddos with really major life threatening allergies is too keep it away from the candy. Till you live with someone who can die ( or even just react with hives or horrible stomach issues) it seems crazy but after you've lived it it's totally reasonable. ...... People don't think of things like cross contamination from wrappers very often bc for most of us it would never be an issue...... The other issue with things like nut allergies is the more times you use an epi pen the higher the chance one won't work. The last time we used my epi pen we hit me with it, called 911, used a second epi pen bc the first wasn't working and the medics have me more in the ambulance. Scccaaarrrryyy!!!
mommadragon72 t1_itt6vod wrote
I have give away facts I'm willing to share at work. I share things that I don't really care about but people feel like they know me better. Examples are things like I baked cookies this weekend, we went to the balloon festival, I'm loving the cooler weather so the dog and I can walk after work. None of those things really tell you much about me other then I like to bake, I do things with other people and I have a dog. Those are things I'm fine with co workers knowing. If they pry for more info I change the subject and ask about them. Most folks love to talk about themselves and don't have great boundaries. Ask about pets, children, favorite restaurants. Give a tiny bit to lend credence to your question like I love trying new restaurants, which local restaurant is your favorite? Let them talk for a few and then politely state gotta finish up this report and walk off. Now you are friendly but a hard worker and if they think they know a bit about you they will leave you alone.
mommadragon72 t1_iths7k2 wrote
Reply to LPT request: meal ideas that stretch by PutridOil8535
One of my fav meals growing up was pasta with toast. Make the pasta, add a bit of oil and garlic salt. Butter( or otherwise oil) the toast them cut it into small bits and fry them up with a touch more garlic salt. Top each bowl of pasta with toast bits. I know it's not super healthy but it's comfort food and cheap
mommadragon72 t1_it8m3ye wrote
Reply to LPT: To get better at something, teach it. by [deleted]
Watch one, do one, teach one is a common phrase in the medical field
mommadragon72 t1_jaeaf1l wrote
Reply to LPT: How to get grease spots out of pants by ChickenCheeks7
As long as you didn't dry them you can probably save them. Scrub with blue dawn dish soap, rewash and don't put them in the dryer.