Random Confessions

[Spirals for Miles]

I want to help someone... I think I went thtough something similar, but I don't know them that well and I don't want to make them uncomfortable or make assumptions. I want to send them a message, so they don't feel pressured. What to do...

Aww, lavenderblossom...
If it were me I would want to know that someone at least would be willing to talk...
Is it pretty obvious that it is what you think it is?

 

[Tonichelle]

So the magazine that I took photos for posted the article on their blog with my photos! w00t!

http://blog.epicbar.com/family-fish-and-freedom

 

[lavenderblossom]

Aww, lavenderblossom...
If it were me I would want to know that someone at least would be willing to talk...
Is it pretty obvious that it is what you think it is?

It's not anything terrible, it's just sad. I think I'm going to leave them a note, just to let them know, if they need to talk about anything they can come to me. That should be fine. They don't seem to have many people to talk to.
I might well be overthinking this, but letting them know they can lean on my shoulder and I'll listen, should be reassuring, right?

 

[Ic3Rabbit]

It's not anything terrible, it's just sad. I think I'm going to leave them a note, just to let them know, if they need to talk about anything they can come to me. That should be fine. They don't seem to have many people to talk to.
I might well be overthinking this, but letting them know they can lean on my shoulder and I'll listen, should be reassuring, right?

Yes, that sounds so nice of you!

 

[Tonichelle]

(I feel self absorbed tonight) I forgot about a very small publication in Wisconsin was going to use one of my Iditarod photos in their latest edition... so it was a nice surprise when the musher featured posted on facebook that the article was out and TADA! There's one of my photos on the front page!

https://static1.squarespace.com/sta.../1513175151973/BLN+Dec+2017+pages+1+to+19.pdf

 

[karne]

is it a part of some tradition in Australia? How is it look like? I am always interested by those local things considering cooking, thank You, karne in advance for any info!

It isn't a tradition, but pinata cake is a challenge that I like to bake every now and again and because next Friday is the last day of work before shutdown for Christmas, we're having a special morning tea. This is a pinata cake. Mine won't look anywhere near that pretty. I'll do the inner layers in four different colours, with plain vanilla icing overall. I will have freckles, skittles, smarties and nerds inside.

 

[NoNameFace]

It's not anything terrible, it's just sad. I think I'm going to leave them a note, just to let them know, if they need to talk about anything they can come to me. That should be fine. They don't seem to have many people to talk to.
I might well be overthinking this, but letting them know they can lean on my shoulder and I'll listen, should be reassuring, right?

, from my own experience - a sole information, written, not even spoken out loud, that you're there for them if needed is usually enough and the best, definitely better than any specific action. And often it is all about having someone to speak to about the problem/issue than giving the money or other material help. You're doing great and I admire your sensitivity

 

[ines42575]

Math Final went bad, I had to get 86% in order to avoid sitting the exam. Got 85
My exam is on December 30th

 

[cheerknithanson]

I'm strongly considering switching over from a masters in biology to a masters in public health since I realized my interest in more into epidemiology. Plus I'm not happy in the master's in biology program. And the labs that are offered to join...none of them perk my interest. And it's just been an overwhelming semester in general. In fact from like early August of this year up until mid-February, I had not been my super happy and joyful self (Minus seeing Hanson in concert and the Nats in the playoffs (Until they missed going to the conference finals like every DC sports team since 1998/1999) and some skating). That was another reason why I was so looking forward to go to Skate America: So I could feel very happy again like that. And I did. Plus also meeting a new friend a week prior.

Overall it has been a rough semester. I want to be able to relax and maybe try to reapply to grad school.

 

[Mrs. P]

I wish you luck in your decision, CKH! I think it is very wise to know when something isn't working and not try to force it. Saves a lot of later consternation (and money!)

 

[cheerknithanson]

I wish you luck in your decision, CKH! I think it is very wise to know when something isn't working and not try to force it. Saves a lot of later consternation (and money!)

Thank you. Though I already spent like $5,500 of my parents' money for this semester that's about to end. And I feel guilty about doing that. One day I'll pay them pay in some way. But yeah I took a look at the classes offered for public health master's, and oh boy oh boy, YES!

 

[Sam-Skwantch]

It’s almost been a year since I started this thread and yet here I sit....again....watching Legally Blond :yes:

 

[Winnie_20]

Saw the new Star Wars movie Wednesday morning and Thursday evening... and hated it.
But I still need to know what happens in IX. ;-)

 

[Ic3Rabbit]

It’s almost been a year since I started this thread and yet here I sit....again....watching Legally Blond :yes:

Bend....and SNAP!

 

[Mussique]

I'm feeling like an absolute idiot lately. I mean, I usually am, but more than usual.
I feel like I'm letting certain people (and I mean that in a general sense) take adventage of me. And being too naive in general. And the thing is —I don't want to lose trusting other people. But it makes me rage inside when I'm taken for granted.

To make it a bit more specific, I've "lost" around 40-50€ this semester just helping around other people. It doesn't sound like much, but I'm a student, I've working pretty hard to support myself, I have hobbies too.
I don't want to stop being that person who helps someone who "lost his wallet, please lend me enough money to go back to Hamburg". But at the same time, I feel like such a fool when this isn't returned.
Just ugh, all around.

(Also there are people getting into my nerves at the rink, and I'm one of the most patient persons I know (not to brag, that's what happens when you work with small kids). It definitely has some merit.)

 

[karne]

I'm sitting on my couch watching the Australians crush all life from the English souls, run by run...and cackling madly about it. Show them no mercy, boys.

 

[Ic3Rabbit]

I'm feeling like an absolute idiot lately. I mean, I usually am, but more than usual.
I feel like I'm letting certain people (and I mean that in a general sense) take adventage of me. And being too naive in general. And the thing is —I don't want to lose trusting other people. But it makes me rage inside when I'm taken for granted.

To make it a bit more specific, I've "lost" around 40-50€ this semester just helping around other people. It doesn't sound like much, but I'm a student, I've working pretty hard to support myself, I have hobbies too.
I don't want to stop being that person who helps someone who "lost his wallet, please lend me enough money to go back to Hamburg". But at the same time, I feel like such a fool when this isn't returned.
Just ugh, all around.

(Also there are people getting into my nerves at the rink, and I'm one of the most patient persons I know (not to brag, that's what happens when you work with small kids). It definitely has some merit.)

 

[Arriba627]

It isn't a tradition, but pinata cake is a challenge that I like to bake every now and again and because next Friday is the last day of work before shutdown for Christmas, we're having a special morning tea. This is a pinata cake. Mine won't look anywhere near that pretty. I'll do the inner layers in four different colours, with plain vanilla icing overall. I will have freckles, skittles, smarties and nerds inside.

I Googled this cake after you mentioned it. It looks really awesome. Not sure if I trust my baking skills enough to try it. And (speaking of RANDOM CONFESSIONS!) I am one of those people with the problem that half the cookie dough / batter never makes it to the oven but instead ends up in my stomach! :roll5: :scard7:

 

[Tonichelle]

So we're looking at a wet and rainy Christmas again this year. I really really hate this weather!

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So we're looking at a wet and rainy Christmas again this year. I really really hate this weather!

 

[elbkup]

Thank you. Though I already spent like $5,500 of my parents' money for this semester that's about to end. And I feel guilty about doing that. One day I'll pay them pay in some way. But yeah I took a look at the classes offered for public health master's, and oh boy oh boy, YES!

MPH.. A demanding rewarding career... Less time spent in a lab, more Investigation and theory in the public sector, a real need for good thorough epidemiologists and your biology background will only assist you along this path. Your study/investigation choices are endless. Hope you are a good detective.. lol !! Knowledge of grant, contract submissions and funding sources, government, private, foundations etc are a plus so a class or two focusing in this area will serve you well. My very best to you !!