Name: Charity
Age: 15
Gender: Female
Height: 4' 11"
Date of Birth: March 20, 1985 (Registered as January 10, 2009 due to differences in time)
Residence: Uva Academy
Occupation: Student
Ability: Flower Gift
Backstory: Charity is a Faller from the year 2000, who's only heard of Pokemon from her best friend Adam. Due to circumstances outside of control she ended up in the Pokemon world and was immediately attacked by a trainer with a Houndoom.
Fortunately she was saved by a Audino she named Clementine and they traveled to Paldea, where she is currently enlisted in Uva Academy to get general experience and knowledge on the world at large.
Due to head trauma from a fall on Glaseado Mountain, Charity temporarily lost her ability to speak to humans, only making Armarouge noises. She's since relearned to read, write, and speak but sometimes slips into Armarouge when she's stressed or tired.
Due to a potion gifted to her, she was temporary a Cherrim with the long term side effect of gaining Flower Gift.
Recently she ran into Brandon, the trainer that previously attacked her. Both him and Levi, the trainer who pushed her on Glaseado Mountain, were arrested. She chose to take in an purify Justine, as well as Maribel, an unknown Pokemon.
Appearance: Mid length brown hair, green eyes, tends to wear the full Uva uniform to cover severe burns on arms and legs while in school. Outside of school she tends to wear an Audino hoodie.
Personality: Charity is very kind and caring and struggles with making her own decisions. She tends to follow others in what they think is best, even if she thinks it's a bad idea. She always tries to do the right thing.
Likes: Emmeline, Nemona, her Pokemon, general arts and crafts (she loves knitting)
Dislikes: Levi, Sons of Arceus, Fire Attacks, feeling guilty
Current Battle Team:
Clementine the Audino Tera Type: Fairy Nature: Gentle Ability: Healer Item: Audinite Main Battling Moves: Wish, Heal Bell, Protect, Dazzling Gleam Backstory: Here
Blaz the Armarouge Tera Type: Fighting Nature: Brave (Has taken Modest Mint however) Ability: Flash Fire Item: Wise Glasses Main Battling Moves: Calm Mind, Armor Cannon, Psychic, Aura Spheres Backstory: Here
Olivia the Dragapult Tera Type: Ghost Nature: Timid Ability: Infiltrator Item: None Main Battling Moves: Protect, Shadow Ball, Draco Meteor, Thunder Wave Backstory: Here
Orion the Ledian Tera Type: Electric Nature: Bold Ability: Iron Fist Held Item: Punching Gloves Main Battling Moves: Thunder Punch, Ice Punch, Drain Punch, Power-up Punch Backstory: Here
Hurley the Pyukumuku Tera Type: Steel Nature: Sassy Ability: Unaware Held Item: Leftovers Main Battling Moves: Soak, Recover, Counter, Mirror Coat Backstory: Here
Justine the Ursaluna Nature: Jolly Ability: Bulletproof Item: Soothe Bell Moves: Bulk Up, Close Combat, Earthquake, Rest Backstory:
Nonbattling Pokemon:
Clark the Rotom Phone Nature: Serious Ability: Levitate Item: Rotom Phone Moves: Frustration, Thunderbolt, Shadow Ball, Dark Pulse Backstory:
Mocha the Cinccino Nature: Bashful Ability: Cute Charm Item: Soothe Bell Moves: Tidy Up, Protect, Calm Mind, Alluring Voice Backstory:

Hello everyone! We are excited to take a trip back in time to revisit some K-Pop classics again, continuing with this rate, the "Late Gen 2" Girl Groups Rate! (If you haven't already, make sure to join kpoprates to ensure that you stay updated on future rate-related posts!)
How the songs were selected:
We used the /kpop Top Ten Tuesdays results to grab the most adored songs from each of the artists on Reddit, and we also had songlist feedback thresds on /kpoprates to help decide the songlist!
Now, without further ado, let's introduce the 50 songs (& 6 bonus songs) that were selected for this rate, ordered chronologically for each artist (artists were also ordered by debut date):
.

T-ARA:

Bo Peep Bo Peep
Like The First Time
Roly Poly
Sexy Love
Number Nine
Sugar Free

f(x):

Nu ABO
Hot Summer
Electric Shock
Rum Pum Pum Pum
Airplane
Red Light
4 Walls

Secret:

Madonna
Poison
I'm In Love

Rainbow:

A

SISTAR:

Ma Boy
Alone
Give It To Me
Touch My Body
I Swear
Shake It
I Like That

miss A:

Bad Girl Good Girl
Touch
Hush
Only You

Girl's Day:

Twinkle Twinkle
Don't Forget Me
Expectation
Female President
Something
I'll Be Yours

9Muses:

Ticket
Dolls
Wild
Hurt Locker

Dalshabet:

B.B.B
Someone Like U

Apink:

NoNoNo
Mr. Chu
Luv
Remember
I'm So Sick
Eung Eung
Dumhdurum
Dilemma

Stellar:

Vibrato
Sting
.

Bonus Rate:

The bonus rate is basically an extension of the main rate! There were several songs that received high praise during the songlist feedback threads that still were barely not able to make the main rate, so we have put them into the bonus rate here to give them a chance to be rated. In addition, we have added several B-sides that are among the artist's most highly-acclaimed B-sides, to see how the B-sides stack up against the title tracks!
T-ARA - Lovey Dovey
f(x) - Rude Love
Secret - Love Is Move
miss A - Love Song
Girl's Day - Thirsty
9Muses - News
The Bonus Rate is optional and you do not have to submit a score for every song in the bonus list if you do it: you can score none of them, all of them, or any number in between. You cannot give a 0 or 11 to any song in the bonus, as they are not part of the main rate. While it is optional, we hope you consider participating.

Spotify playlist

YouTube playlist (MV version)

YouTube playlist (Audio version)

Rules:

• You must listen to and assign a score to EVERY song listed. If your ballot is missing any scores it will not be eligible and you'll be sent a message asking you to fill in the missing scores.
  
• Each song should be assigned a score between 1 to 10. Decimals up to one point are allowed but any further is a no-no – 6.9 is fine, but 6.99 is not.
  
• You can use ONE 0 and ONE 11 for the entirety of the rate, for your least favorite and most favorite song respectively - they are optional but HIGHLY encouraged if you feel some type of way about any given song! Comments are also encouraged but not required for such scores (except if you give a song a 0).
  
• Comments are encouraged and much appreciated (but not required, except for if you give a 0) and can be added to any song by simply typing after the numerical score, like so:
  

Ma Boy: 7.2 I've tried replicating the body wave choreography, but every time I do I just look like I'm humping a chimney

• This is the ONLY correct way to format a comment. Please do not include colons (ex. 9: I stan!), dashes (ex. 3.3 - This song sucks), or any other symbol after your score/before your comment as it breaks the program.
  
• You can also give comments for individual artists! Just write your comment after the :, such as the following:
  

miss A: Miss A come back, we Miss U :(

• DO NOT SABOTAGE! Hopefully this shouldn’t be a problem as we trust you guys (famous last words) but we reserve the right to reject your ballot + ask you to change your scores and/or leave comments, especially for scores on the low end. Ultimately, please just rate all of the songs truthfully – this will make the whole process a lot easier and more fun for everyone involved!
  
• If you want to change scores or add comments at any point, don't hesitate to message this Reddit account (u/KpopRates)!
  
• For this rate and most future rates, we have a ballot average minimum of 4.00. In addition, if your ballot average is between 4.00-5.50, you must leave comments on your lower scores (which we define as any score that's a 3 or lower). {Do not worry about having to calculate your ballot average, once you submit your ballot, we will tell you if you need to make changes to your ballot for it to be accepted.}
  
• For this rate, if you use a 0, you are required to leave a comment next to the song you gave a 0. Since a 0 is a powerful score/statement to give, we want to see why people gave songs 0s.
  

SUBMITTING A BALLOT:

Link to Private Message to send in scores

Google Docs ballot template

Pastebin ballot template

• If the private message link is not working (or your private message exceeds the character count), please use the Google Doc template (make a copy of it to your Google Drive) for your ballot and DM it to u/KpopRates. If you message us a link to your Google Doc, PLEASE double check your permissions so that "anyone who has the link can view the document" (since the default is otherwise).

DUE DATE:

Tuesday, June 25th, by 11:59 PM Pacific - This will be the FINAL deadline, no extensions will be given this time! (Here is a link to a time zone converter for the deadline.)

REVEAL DATES (Reveals will take place on /kpoprates as well as the kpoprates Discord: https://discord.gg/4YY2ksBbT6)

Day 1 - June 29th (Saturday), 9 AM Pacific (Time zone converter here)
Day 2 - June 30th (Sunday), 9 AM Pacific (Time zone converter here)

We also encourage you to participate in the ongoing "2021 in K-Pop" Rate! Thanks!

I’ve got hair down to my nose on the top of my head, and shorter at the sides. I want to get it styled but fearful that I will get skinned in the wrong place.
Any decent stylists for men with longer hair in Urmston/Sale/Alti?

Hello everyone! We are excited to take a trip back in time to revisit some K-Pop classics again, continuing with this rate, the "Late Gen 2" Girl Groups Rate! (If you haven't already, make sure to join kpoprates to ensure that you stay updated on future rate-related posts!)
How the songs were selected:
We used the /kpop Top Ten Tuesdays results to grab the most adored songs from each of the artists on Reddit, and we also had songlist feedback thresds on /kpoprates to help decide the songlist!
Now, without further ado, let's introduce the 50 songs (& 6 bonus songs) that were selected for this rate, ordered chronologically for each artist (artists were also ordered by debut date):
.

T-ARA:

Bo Peep Bo Peep
Like The First Time
Roly Poly
Sexy Love
Number Nine
Sugar Free

f(x):

Nu ABO
Hot Summer
Electric Shock
Rum Pum Pum Pum
Airplane
Red Light
4 Walls

Secret:

Madonna
Poison
I'm In Love

Rainbow:

A

SISTAR:

Ma Boy
Alone
Give It To Me
Touch My Body
I Swear
Shake It
I Like That

miss A:

Bad Girl Good Girl
Touch
Hush
Only You

Girl's Day:

Twinkle Twinkle
Don't Forget Me
Expectation
Female President
Something
I'll Be Yours

9Muses:

Ticket
Dolls
Wild
Hurt Locker

Dalshabet:

B.B.B
Someone Like U

Apink:

NoNoNo
Mr. Chu
Luv
Remember
I'm So Sick
Eung Eung
Dumhdurum
Dilemma

Stellar:

Vibrato
Sting
.

Bonus Rate:

The bonus rate is basically an extension of the main rate! There were several songs that received high praise during the songlist feedback threads that still were barely not able to make the main rate, so we have put them into the bonus rate here to give them a chance to be rated. In addition, we have added several B-sides that are among the artist's most highly-acclaimed B-sides, to see how the B-sides stack up against the title tracks!
T-ARA - Lovey Dovey
f(x) - Rude Love
Secret - Love Is Move
miss A - Love Song
Girl's Day - Thirsty
9Muses - News
The Bonus Rate is optional and you do not have to submit a score for every song in the bonus list if you do it: you can score none of them, all of them, or any number in between. You cannot give a 0 or 11 to any song in the bonus, as they are not part of the main rate. While it is optional, we hope you consider participating.

Spotify playlist

YouTube playlist (MV version)

YouTube playlist (Audio version)

Rules:

• You must listen to and assign a score to EVERY song listed. If your ballot is missing any scores it will not be eligible and you'll be sent a message asking you to fill in the missing scores.
  
• Each song should be assigned a score between 1 to 10. Decimals up to one point are allowed but any further is a no-no – 6.9 is fine, but 6.99 is not.
  
• You can use ONE 0 and ONE 11 for the entirety of the rate, for your least favorite and most favorite song respectively - they are optional but HIGHLY encouraged if you feel some type of way about any given song! Comments are also encouraged but not required for such scores (except if you give a song a 0).
  
• Comments are encouraged and much appreciated (but not required, except for if you give a 0) and can be added to any song by simply typing after the numerical score, like so:
  

Ma Boy: 7.2 I've tried replicating the body wave choreography, but every time I do I just look like I'm humping a chimney

• This is the ONLY correct way to format a comment. Please do not include colons (ex. 9: I stan!), dashes (ex. 3.3 - This song sucks), or any other symbol after your score/before your comment as it breaks the program.
  
• You can also give comments for individual artists! Just write your comment after the :, such as the following:
  

miss A: Miss A come back, we Miss U :(

• DO NOT SABOTAGE! Hopefully this shouldn’t be a problem as we trust you guys (famous last words) but we reserve the right to reject your ballot + ask you to change your scores and/or leave comments, especially for scores on the low end. Ultimately, please just rate all of the songs truthfully – this will make the whole process a lot easier and more fun for everyone involved!
  
• If you want to change scores or add comments at any point, don't hesitate to message this Reddit account (u/KpopRates)!
  
• For this rate and most future rates, we have a ballot average minimum of 4.00. In addition, if your ballot average is between 4.00-5.50, you must leave comments on your lower scores (which we define as any score that's a 3 or lower). {Do not worry about having to calculate your ballot average, once you submit your ballot, we will tell you if you need to make changes to your ballot for it to be accepted.}
  
• For this rate, if you use a 0, you are required to leave a comment next to the song you gave a 0. Since a 0 is a powerful score/statement to give, we want to see why people gave songs 0s.
  

SUBMITTING A BALLOT:

Link to Private Message to send in scores

Google Docs ballot template

Pastebin ballot template

• If the private message link is not working (or your private message exceeds the character count), please use the Google Doc template (make a copy of it to your Google Drive) for your ballot and DM it to u/KpopRates. If you message us a link to your Google Doc, PLEASE double check your permissions so that "anyone who has the link can view the document" (since the default is otherwise).

DUE DATE:

Tuesday, June 25th, by 11:59 PM Pacific - This will be the FINAL deadline, no extensions will be given this time! (Here is a link to a time zone converter for the deadline.)

REVEAL DATES (Reveals will take place on /kpoprates as well as the kpoprates Discord: https://discord.gg/4YY2ksBbT6)

Day 1 - June 29th (Saturday), 9 AM Pacific (Time zone converter here)
Day 2 - June 30th (Sunday), 9 AM Pacific (Time zone converter here)

We also encourage you to participate in the ongoing "2021 in K-Pop" Rate! Thanks!

Hello everyone! We are excited to take a trip back in time to revisit some K-Pop classics once again, continuining with this rate, the "Late Gen 2" Girl Groups Rate! (If you haven't already, make sure to join kpoprates to ensure that you stay updated on future rate-related posts!)
How the songs were selected:
We used the /kpop Top Ten Tuesdays results to grab the most adored songs from each of the artists on Reddit, and we also had songlist feedback thresds on /kpoprates to help decide the songlist!
Now, without further ado, let's introduce the 50 songs (& 6 bonus songs) that were selected for this rate, ordered chronologically for each artist (artists were also ordered by debut date):
.

T-ARA:

Bo Peep Bo Peep
Like The First Time
Roly Poly
Sexy Love
Number Nine
Sugar Free

f(x):

Nu ABO
Hot Summer
Electric Shock
Rum Pum Pum Pum
Airplane
Red Light
4 Walls

Secret:

Madonna
Poison
I'm In Love

Rainbow:

A

SISTAR:

Ma Boy
Alone
Give It To Me
Touch My Body
I Swear
Shake It
I Like That

miss A:

Bad Girl Good Girl
Touch
Hush
Only You

Girl's Day:

Twinkle Twinkle
Don't Forget Me
Expectation
Female President
Something
I'll Be Yours

9Muses:

Ticket
Dolls
Wild
Hurt Locker

Dalshabet:

B.B.B
Someone Like U

Apink:

NoNoNo
Mr. Chu
Luv
Remember
I'm So Sick
Eung Eung
Dumhdurum
Dilemma

Stellar:

Vibrato
Sting
.

Bonus Rate:

The bonus rate is basically an extension of the main rate! There were several songs that received high praise during the songlist feedback threads that still were barely not able to make the main rate, so we have put them into the bonus rate here to give them a chance to be rated. In addition, we have added several B-sides that are among the artist's most highly-acclaimed B-sides, to see how the B-sides stack up against the title tracks!
T-ARA - Lovey Dovey
f(x) - Rude Love
Secret - Love Is Move
miss A - Love Song
Girl's Day - Thirsty
9Muses - News
The Bonus Rate is optional and you do not have to submit a score for every song in the bonus list if you do it: you can score none of them, all of them, or any number in between. You cannot give a 0 or 11 to any song in the bonus, as they are not part of the main rate. While it is optional, we hope you consider participating.

Spotify playlist

YouTube playlist (MV version)

YouTube playlist (Audio version)

Rules:

• You must listen to and assign a score to EVERY song listed. If your ballot is missing any scores it will not be eligible and you'll be sent a message asking you to fill in the missing scores.
  
• Each song should be assigned a score between 1 to 10. Decimals up to one point are allowed but any further is a no-no – 6.9 is fine, but 6.99 is not.
  
• You can use ONE 0 and ONE 11 for the entirety of the rate, for your least favorite and most favorite song respectively - they are optional but HIGHLY encouraged if you feel some type of way about any given song! Comments are also encouraged but not required for such scores (except if you give a song a 0).
  
• Comments are encouraged and much appreciated (but not required, except for if you give a 0) and can be added to any song by simply typing after the numerical score, like so:
  

Ma Boy: 7.2 I've tried replicating the body wave choreography, but every time I do I just look like I'm humping a chimney

• This is the ONLY correct way to format a comment. Please do not include colons (ex. 9: I stan!), dashes (ex. 3.3 - This song sucks), or any other symbol after your score/before your comment as it breaks the program.
  
• You can also give comments for individual artists! Just write your comment after the :, such as the following:
  

miss A: Miss A come back, we Miss U :(

• DO NOT SABOTAGE! Hopefully this shouldn’t be a problem as we trust you guys (famous last words) but we reserve the right to reject your ballot + ask you to change your scores and/or leave comments, especially for scores on the low end. Ultimately, please just rate all of the songs truthfully – this will make the whole process a lot easier and more fun for everyone involved!
  
• If you want to change scores or add comments at any point, don't hesitate to message this Reddit account (u/KpopRates)!
  
• For this rate and most future rates, we have a ballot average minimum of 4.00. In addition, if your ballot average is between 4.00-5.50, you must leave comments on your lower scores (which we define as any score that's a 3 or lower). {Do not worry about having to calculate your ballot average, once you submit your ballot, we will tell you if you need to make changes to your ballot for it to be accepted.}
  
• For this rate, if you use a 0, you are required to leave a comment next to the song you gave a 0. Since a 0 is a powerful score/statement to give, we want to see why people gave songs 0s.
  

SUBMITTING A BALLOT:

Link to Private Message to send in scores

Google Docs ballot template

Pastebin ballot template

• If the private message link is not working (or your private message exceeds the character count), please use the Google Doc template (make a copy of it to your Google Drive) for your ballot and DM it to u/KpopRates. If you message us a link to your Google Doc, PLEASE double check your permissions so that "anyone who has the link can view the document" (since the default is otherwise).

DUE DATE:

Tuesday, June 25th, by 11:59 PM Pacific - This will be the FINAL deadline, no extensions will be given this time! (Here is a link to a time zone converter for the deadline.)

REVEAL DATES (Reveals will take place on /kpoprates as well as the kpoprates Discord: https://discord.gg/4YY2ksBbT6)

Day 1 - June 29th (Saturday), 9 AM Pacific (Time zone converter here)
Day 2 - June 30th (Sunday), 9 AM Pacific (Time zone converter here)

We also encourage you to participate in the ongoing "2021 in K-Pop" Rate! Thanks!

Hey all, I posted here before that I was excited to start reintroduction after finally starting to feel better 2 weeks into low FODMAP elimination phase—only to screw it up. I ate a Japanese ginger salad dressing at a sushi restaurant that may have contained garlic, onion, honey, and/or celery, and was violently nauseous/vomited the next morning, but not sure which ingredient was the culprit.
It took days to stop waking up nauseous but yesterday I woke up feeling like the healthiest person alive, so I did the first reintroduction test—fructose—with 1 teaspoon of honey in my breakfast oatmeal, to be doubled and then tripled on subsequent days. It sat fine. Breakfast was delicious. I had a normal active appetite all day.
I ate an unaltered low FODMAP meal from Modify Health for lunch, and a low-FODMAP Chipotle bowl (that I’ve eaten throughout elimination without issues) and a Mexican coke (no fructose) for dinner. A little after dinner, my stomach started LOUDLY making bizarre rumbling and churning noises, I started burping a lot, I blamed the carbonated beverage, took a gas pill, and went to bed.
This morning? The second I opened my eyes, nausea, urgent bowel movement, weird churning, smelly farts, no appetite. Thankfully I have zofran and I think it headed off the need to throw up.
What do I do now? Presumably, this means excess fructose is one of the culprits for my IBS. This would actually track because several of the times I've been sick recently were the morning after: 1. an extremely sweet cider alcohol 2. the same meals I'd eaten for days no problem, but more asparagus on the day before sick (very high in fructose) 3. that salad dressing that likely had honey in it
I guess stop reintroducing fructose, wait for my symptoms to subside (at least 3 days,) then test the next category?
Once I am done with all the tests, how can I avoid excess fructose in my regular diet?
Is this the end of me loving fruits like apples and watermelon? Is there any kind of enzyme I could take to still be able to eat fructose sometimes, like how I already know Lactaid helps my lactose intolerance within reason?
I’m relieved I may finally be finding some answers, but damn, sick after the first day of the first test?! I used to be able to eat fucking Taco Bell and feel nothing. 😭

Hi everyone
I am a dad to a recently diagnosed daughter and I am really grateful to have found this sub. Reading through some of the posts over the past few days has given me some perspective and some more ways to converse with my daughter about her ED. I wanted to share our family journey to help in any way it might help, and also to continue to help shape my way to thinking to support my girl. My world.
Since my daughter (11) was born, mealtime has been a challenge. My girl would throw a fit, she would take forever to breastfeed, she would always have the biggest meltdowns during dinner time. Breakfast and lunch were never too much of an issue, for a long time she loved breakfast foods - pancakes, waffles, croissants, pastry in general. She also had always loved fruits and vegetables, blueberries and peas for days. However, meat was absolutely out of the question - except bacon and sometimes salmon. Dinner was pure nightmare. It was all my wife and I could do to keep ourselves sane. We often time would rush to just get through the meal and get to bedtime. For the most part, when she was a toddler and a bit beyond, her mother and I just thought she was a very picky, maybe a bit spoiled only kid syndrome.
Things started to get more challenging as she got older, she would fixate on one type of food - red bean tacos (beans, cheese, romaine), waffles with whipped cream, Annie's Mac & cheese, her aunt's grilled cheese. It started to really become a problem when she would insist in eating only one kind of food, prepared in a very specific way, by a very specific person. Still, we thought she was just really picky and a bit bratty.
My daughter is amazing. Super smart, artistic, empathetic, great to her friends, I love to run errands with her because of the conversations and insights we get into. She knew she was being "difficult", she hates wasting food, she tells us that she just doesn't like eating and food does not excite her. From two foodie parents, that was devastating.
It has come to a head this year. She missed a few days of school and fell a little bit behind. For a typical top achiever, she normally would have caught up in a day or two, but she couldn't this time. Her anxiety became too much and she shut down. For a week, she only ate bread and drank water. We got in to see her doctor and received the ARFID diagnosis. I was able to get her a therapist and she has been making some great strides over the past few months. We have had some really good conversations that have shed light onto her thinking. She has her ups and downs, some days have sucked, others have been awesome. We will keep working together to be in control, instead of being controlled. Anxiety lies.
Thank you to this community. It helps as a parent to know there are people doing well, to see struggles and successes, to know that it will get better and worse at times. My heart goes out to everyone here, from one dad to the community.

Hi guys, is anybody experiencing hair loss/balding issues? I’ve been trying to search for real life experiences on the internet but can’t seem to find any with solid responses.
I’ve been experiencing hair loss/ thinning and have been trying out various treatment methods for years now with each treatment lasting from 4-6 months (takes 3 months for new hair growth to form).
These are the treatments I’ve been trying: 1) Rosemary water 2) Rosemary oil extract + Castor oil + Dermastamping 3) Traditional Chinese hair treatment for healthier scalp health 4) Hair tonic 5) A few known brands shampoo
Currently, I’m alternating DHT blocker shampoo (day wash) and Phytopecia+ shampoo (night wash), also hair tonic for day and night. I’ve seen various form of results with the current one being the more effective, theres more new growth around my hairline and crown and noticeably lesser hair fall. However, I still observe slightly bald areas, not much growth on the top of my head and my fringe still looks thin.
Lately, I’ve been considering on starting on 5% minoxidil (yes I’m ready to do it for life) and I hope to hear from any Singaporeans who are on this journey. The brands I’m looking at is Regaine (aka Rogaine) or Growplex.
Looking forward to hear fellow Singaporean’s thoughts and their journey with hair loss/male pattern baldness and minoxidil.

I'm having a really rough time. We're in the process of divorce, and going through the final motions of packing up and selling the house.
For an entire year I've been treated like total crap. I could go on and on and write paragraphs of all the things she's done that has severely damaged me. I still have very strong feelings for her but she doesn't feel the same way anymore. Suffice it to say I'm traumatized, and some of the things she's done or said to me rattle around in my head every waking moment of every day.
She wanted us to still be friends, but I told her that will not be happening and I will be out of her life entirely once this is all said and done. I've dropped friends from my life for much less than she's done or said to me, let alone from the fact that I still have feelings for her. Luckily, we don't have kids.
Onto my current dilemma: what I'm struggling with are these last few meetings I have with her where I have to see her.
Every single time as I'm about to leave, she insists on hugging me. I hate it. I don't want to hug her. I don't even want to see her ever again, so I especially don't want to embrace her.
Not because I hate her or anything like that. But because it just makes me sad and it makes me feel bad about myself.
Because I know she's doing it as a "we're still friends" kind of hug, and an "I care about you" kind of hug. But I'm doing it as a "you were my one and only" kind of hug.
It happens every time. I'll be ready to go and clearly indicating that I'm saying bye, and then she asks and I give in.
How do I politely decline this? But my biggest question is would this make me a bad person? This would hurt her feelings I'm sure, and I've done my fair share of hurting her feelings too, which has played into the ending of our marriage in the first place.
Should I just suck it up and hug her? Am I being petty? Will I regret declining her hugs later on in life? I hate this and could use some advice.

What are the hacks to solve excavator problems? Excavators are essential heavy machinery in the construction industry, playing a pivotal role in various tasks, from digging trenches to lifting heavy materials. However, like any complex equipment, excavators can encounter problems that hinder their performance and efficiency. In this guide, we will explore common excavator issues and provide innovative hacks to solve them effectively. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or a beginner, these solutions can save you time, money, and headaches.
The Importance of Excavators in Construction
Excavators are the backbone of construction sites, enabling tasks that range from digging foundations to demolishing structures. Their versatility and power make them indispensable for a wide array of projects, from residential to commercial. Given their crucial role, any disruption in their functioning can lead to project delays and increased costs.
Common Excavator Issues
Excavators, like any machinery, are prone to wear and tear due to heavy usage. Common issues include hydraulic system leakage, engine overheating, slow or inefficient operation, and unusual noises. Addressing these problems promptly is essential to maintain project timelines and ensure worker safety.
Maintenance: The Key to Preventing Problems
Regular Inspections and Lubrication
One of the most effective ways to prevent excavator problems is through regular maintenance. Conducting thorough inspections at designated intervals can help identify potential issues before they escalate. Regular lubrication of moving parts ensures smoother operation and reduces the risk of wear and tear.
Proper Cleaning and Storage
Cleaning your excavator after each use not only keeps it looking presentable but also helps prevent the buildup of dirt and debris that can cause problems over time. Proper storage in a sheltered area shields the machinery from harsh weather conditions, extending its lifespan.
Hacks for Common Excavator Problems
Problem #1: Hydraulic System Leakage
Identifying the Issue
Hydraulic system leakage can lead to decreased efficiency and even safety hazards. Identifying the source of the leak is the first step in addressing this problem.
Hack #1: Temporary Sealant Application
In cases of minor leaks, applying a temporary sealant to the affected area can provide a quick fix. However, this should only be used as a temporary measure until proper repairs can be made.
Hack #2: Replacement of Damaged Seals
For more substantial leaks, damaged seals are often the culprit. Replacing these seals promptly can prevent further leakage and ensure the hydraulic system’s proper functioning.
Long-Term Solution: Preventative Maintenance
Regularly inspecting hydraulic hoses and seals for signs of wear and tear can help catch potential issues before they become major leaks. Employing preventative maintenance strategies, such as keeping hydraulic fluid at the recommended levels, can extend the longevity of your excavator’s hydraulic system.
Problem #2: Engine Overheating
Identifying the Issue
Engine overheating can result from a variety of factors, including clogged radiators, low coolant levels, or malfunctioning fans.
Hack #1: Cleaning the Radiator and Cooling System
Regularly cleaning the radiator and cooling system prevents the accumulation of dirt and debris that can obstruct proper airflow and lead to overheating.
Hack #2: Monitoring Coolant Levels
Maintaining the correct coolant levels is crucial for preventing engine overheating. Monitor these levels consistently and top up as needed.
Long-Term Solution: Routine Cooling System Checks
Incorporating routine cooling system checks into your maintenance schedule helps identify and rectify issues that could lead to engine overheating. This can save you from costly repairs down the line.
Problem #3: Slow or Inefficient Operation
Identifying the Issue
Slow or inefficient operation can stem from various factors, including low hydraulic fluid levels and clogged filters.
Hack #1: Checking Hydraulic Fluid Levels
Ensuring that hydraulic fluid is at the recommended level is vital for optimal excavator performance. Low fluid levels can result in sluggish operation.
Hack #2: Inspecting and Cleaning Filters
Clogged filters can impede the flow of hydraulic fluid and affect excavator efficiency. Regularly inspecting and cleaning filters can enhance performance.
Long-Term Solution: Scheduled Fluid Replacement
Incorporate scheduled hydraulic fluid replacement into your maintenance routine. This prevents a gradual decline in fluid quality, ensuring consistent excavator performance.
Problem #4: Unusual Noises
Identifying the Issue
Unusual noises can indicate underlying problems within the excavator’s components.
Hack #1: Tightening Loose Components
Vibrations and heavy usage can cause bolts and other components to become loose, resulting in strange noises. Regularly check and tighten these components as needed.
Hack #2: Lubricating Moving Parts
Proper lubrication of moving parts reduces friction and minimizes noise. Incorporate lubrication into your maintenance regimen to mitigate this issue.
Long-Term Solution: Regular Equipment Inspections
Conduct thorough equipment inspections to identify and rectify issues that could lead to unusual noises. Addressing problems promptly can prevent more extensive damage.
The Role of Regular Professional Inspections
Hiring Certified Technicians
While DIY hacks can be effective for minor issues, it’s crucial to enlist the expertise of certified technicians for comprehensive excavator inspections. These professionals are trained to identify hidden problems and offer specialized solutions.
Inspection Frequency and Benefits
Regular professional inspections, at least once a year, provide a comprehensive assessment of your excavator’s condition. This proactive approach helps catch potential problems early, reducing downtime and repair costs.
Sourcing Quality Excavators
The Importance of Reliable Equipment
Investing in quality excavators is the foundation of preventing problems. Reliable machinery is less likely to encounter

This is my first reddit post, although I have been a long time lurker of many subreddits. I am 23 years old and an only child. I am not a native english speaker, so please forgive any weird formatting or any spelling/grammar mistakes.
As the title states, my mom died ... and I am currently writing this to try and process this whole situation. I've tried to section all the paragraphs in chronological order, to make reading easier. Sorry for the extremely long post - I just needed to get it all out.
We only just celebrated her 60th birthday back in february. She did all the cooking, cleaning and planning without any trouble - even down to picking out the perfect napkins and flowers for her white and gold theme.
My mother was without a job. She had been jobless for almost 2 years now, after she was fired from her old cleaning job due to frequent sick days because of stomach cramps and pain. She was seen by a doctor back in 2022 for her stomach aches, and they found no physical cause - hence why we concluded it must've been due to stress. The stress and stomach pains subsided after she'd been fired. So we thought no more of it.
In march she was doing a 4-week internship in a local supermarket to see if she might've been a good fit for a permanent paid position. This is common practice for unemployeed people here in Denmark.
My mother started having stomach pains again during this internship, soon followed by back pains as well. She figured this was due to her spending most of the day sitting as a cashier in an uncomfortable position. My mother wasn't very tall, so she had trouble reaching the floor pedals that control the cashier conveyer belt.
In the beginning of april, she went to the doctor. Her stomach and back pains hadn't gone away although the internship was over. Her doctor also concluded it was most likely due to her uncomfortable working position, and that it would pass in a few weeks time. The doctor did some bloodwork, and found that she was severely lacking vitamin D, but nothing else seemed concerning at the time.
In the middle of april, her pains had only gotten worse, and she went to the doctor again. Her doctor did more bloodwork, and did a phisycal exam of my mothers stomach. Her doctor ordered a CT scan to check for anything serious.
19th of april. I accompany my mother to the hospital for her CT scan. We get told that we'll have the results in a week or so. My mother is not looking good when I pick her up at the bus station. She is more pale than usual, and has trouble walking at her usual pace.
23th of april. My mother received a referral to a meeting at the hospital with a doctor and nurse, to discuss the results of the CT scan. This referral is sent from the hospitals cancer department. My mother and I speak on the phone, she is concerned, but I tell her that this type of referral must just be standard pratice, and that she shouldn't worry untill we have spoken with the doctor. I cried that night.
25th of april. The day before her meeting with the doctor, I received a phone call from my mother. She tells me that she had fallen while at home, but that I shouldn't worry. I, of course, worry.
I pack my things and leave for my mothers house, I live an hour away by bus. When I finally arrive my mother seems okay-ish, but the house is another story. My mother is normally known for being a clean freak, and her house has always been clean and organized, But it wasn't anymore.
Her kitchen was a mess, and the dishwasher hadn't been empited or loaded for at least two weeks. Her bathroom is even worse, and I won't even begin to describe the state of the toilet it self. It is a sight that will horrify me for the rest of my life. I cleaned everything, while my mother rested.
My mother had also started sleeping on the guest bed, saying her own was too uncomfortable for her.
While cleaning the bathroom, my mother wakes up. Despite her state, she says she wants to help. But before I can even tell her no, my mother has another fall. Her legs essentially just crumble beneath her, and she falls backwards and lands head first on the floor. We argue back and forth about calling an ambulance, but she refuses to let me - so I don't, even though I should have. I guess I still respected my moms authority too much.
My mother lives alone, as my parents are divorced (they are very good friends though). My mother refuses to let me call my dad and tell him about this whole situation. She is stubborn and too proud to admit defeat.
26th of april. We take a taxi to the hospital. The taxi driver has a help my mother into the car. During the carride my mother says very little, but seems slightly delirious and very tired. When we arrive at the hospital, I quickly borrow a hospital wheelchair for my mother. She is almost unable to walk unassisted at this point.
After waiting for a while in the waiting area, a nurse comes and guides us to a meeting room. My mother is very tired at this point, and still delirious, and I have to handle most of the conversation with the doctor.
The CT scan results showed Pancreatic cancer. The cancer had already spread to her liver and abdomial cavity.
I had read about this cancer a few days prior, trying to figure out what was wrong with my mother. I knew what this meant, and I knew that it was effectively a death sentence. The doctor told us that an operation was out of the question, since the cancer had already spread. And due to the clearly weak state of my mothers health, chemo would also not be offered, as it would finish her.
I told the doctor of her two falls and the state of her home, and that she would not be safe on her own. The doctor had her admitted to a nearby bed department for stomach- and gastrointestinal surgery patients.
The hospital did a ton of bloodwork on my mother when she got admitted, and everything was off. All numbers were either too high or dangerously low. My mothers health was in fact so bad, that I was told she was a heart attack risk. I was also told that if a heart attack happened, she would not be brought back - as it would only prolong a very short and painful life.
I called my dad.
27th of april. My mother slept most of the day.
28th of april. My mother had another fall during the night, trying to get to the bathroom.
29th of april. My dad shows up to the hospital. He wasn't able to get off work until now, as he works in the other end of the country. He is shocked to see my mother in this state. We are told once again by a different doctor that nothing can be done. They are looking into getting her a spot at a nearby hospice.
The rest of the remaining week is spent in hospital. My dad and I are by my mothers side every day. She doesn't leave her hospital room, apart from a few times a day for a smoke break outside. My dad and I take her outside in a wheelchair, which she needs help to get in and out of.
Her bloodwork is showing some slight improvements, but she is still having trouble with infections and receives a lot of antibiotics. She eats like a mouse, but drinks a lot of fluids.
My mother is often very confused or tired most days. She gets referred for an MR scan, to see if the cancer has spread to her brain, or if one of her falls has caused permanent damage. Lucikly the MR scan shows that nothing is wrong with her brain.
She gets confused about her diagnosis a few times, thinking that she had brain cancer instead due to the MR scan. I have to remind her a couple times about what the doctor actually said.
6th of may. My mother seems to have stabilized somewhat so my dad has gone back to work.
7th of may. I get told by the hospital staff that my mother is to be transferred to a different hospital, which is one hour away. I become very upset by this news, and unfortunately yell at one of my mothers nurses in frustration. I yell at her that It'll be harder for me to get to my mother in time if something were to happen. I am ashamed of this childish behavior, as the transfer was the best desicion for my mother in hindsight.
I leave with my mother as we get transferred to the new hospital and their department of palliative care.
I am very ashamed by my behavior to my mothers old nurse, as this department for palliative care was truly the best place for my mother. She seemed very satisfied and happy to have been transferred. They have a large garden with wild flowers, and lovely staff. And my mother got a much bigger room all to herself. She also meets with their physical therapist, who helps my mother relieve some of her pain.
My mother and I have dinner together in the evening in her hospital room. My mom is her old self, although with some delayed speaking. I unfortunately have to rush a bit when leaving, as to not miss my bus home, so I quickly say goodbye to her and leave.
8th of may. In the morning on my way to the new hospital, I received a phone call from her new doctor. My mothers liver has suddenly started to fail due to the cancer. When I arrive, she is asleep. I am told she wont wake up again.
I called my dad, but he wont arrive until the evening, due to the distance from his workplace.
I spend most of the day in my mothers hospital room, listening to her sleep. She occasionally attempts to cough in her sleep, but it mainly just sounds like yells. It is terrifying. The nurses give her pain medication and some sleep medication to help her body relax.
My dad arrives in the late evening. We drive to my mothers house and stay the night there. We spend most of the late evening looking at pictures and scrapbooks of my mother, and packing a bag with clothes for her, for when she passes.
When prepareing the guest bed for my dad, we find a blanket that my mother slept on. It is stained, matching the previous state of the bathroom. We throw the blanket out.
9th of may. Mom is sleeping. Dad and I spend the day at the hospital, but we don't sit in her hospital room. It is too eerie and uncomfortable. We check on her occassionally. Towards the evening, her breathing becomes slightly more rapid and quick. But the nurses tell us to go home. There is no reason for us to sit by her side during the night - as it'll only make it worse for us.
10th of may. I wake at 6.12 am to my phone ringing. It is a nurse. My mother has passed away in her sleep at 6.05 that morning due to liver failure. My dad and I drive to the hospital. I am the first to see her body after the nurses prepared and dressed it in the clothing we picked.
(warning: the following paragraph may be slightly upsetting to some readers)
It it eerie and uncomfortable to see my mother like this. A symptom of pancreatic and liver cancers is that your skin will yellow. Something that I hadn't noticed in my mother till now. I cant help but think that she looks like a wax doll, although I feel horrible for thinking it. I finally touch her hand, after gathering the courage to, almost like I am afraid to distrub her. Her hands are cold, and only get colder as I sit by her side. I am supposed to say my goodbyes to her, and tell her how much she means to me, but in this moment I am speechless. I can't say anything, even on my mothers deathbed. I feels wrong to speak to a corpse. I should've said those things while she could hear them instead. I kiss her forehead before I leave the room.
17th of may. Funeral. The church and casket was beautifully decorated with colorful flowers, like my mother had requested. She didn't want anything white or depressing. I cried all the way through the funeral service, stopping only when it was time to carry the casket out. My dad on the left side, and me on the right, and some other family members behind us. Purple rain by Prince was played on the church piano as we carried the casket. I knew the casket would be heavy, but nothing prepared me for the sheer weight of that thing.
21th of may. Today. I don't really know what to think of my mothers death. Some days I almost forget that shes gone or that all this has been happening, until something reminds me of it.
In a way, I am thankful. Of course I didn't want my mother to die, but I'm glad that her suffering wasn't prolonged for months while she slowly withered away to cancer. And I'm thankful that my mother didn't live to suffer from alzheimers, like her own mother. And I am glad that if anything, my mothers death has brought my dad and I closer.
But at the same time, I am angry that she didn't get to live more of her life. She was only 60 years old, and should have had 20 more years at least. If she at least was 70, it might've been easier to lose her but I doubt it.
I think mostly of all the things she will miss out on, which saddens me the most. I am 23 and my mother wont get to see most of my life or my achivements. If I have kids, she'll never meet them, and she I get married, she'll never see it. My 24th birthday is coming up soon, and I don't know how I'll handle that day without my mother for the first time - or christmas for that matter.
I want my mom.

It’s finally time for this truly crazy season to come to an end. 46 has been such a journey, starting out with one of the worst pre-merges of all time, a bit of a boring early merge, then suddenly building momentum like crazy and delivering a great 5-episode run. I’ve enjoyed this season, and it’s currently ranked 3rd out of the new-era seasons for me, under 45 and 42. Anyway, time for the final predictions.
🦎5th Place: Maria. 🦎
Through out the new era, a pattern has emerged with its fifth placers: players who, on the island, are big threats, likely to win if they get to the end, and are shown to be solid strategic players, but with edits that are smaller than they should be, given their perceived win equity on the island; players like Lindsey (42) Lauren (44) and Julie (45), Maria fits in that lineup perfectly.
After her blindside of Charlie failed, she’s left with no allies and is the biggest target by far. I think Maria is going to go out unanimously. There is absolutely no reason for anyone to keep her.
🦎4th Place (Fire Making Loser.) : Ben. 🦎
Ben is going to lose to Kenzie in fire. I’ve been predicting this for awhile, and while I’m no longer as certain of this happening as I used to be, to me, it still seems like what the season has been building up to for a while now.
Kenzie and Ben both got fire making content extremely earlier in the season and has colored how I’ve seen their relationship all season; Kenzie will no longer be the comforter but will be the competitor; taking out one of her closest relationships of the season and sending a strong supporter to the jury. I see this has her finally showing off a “killer instinct” or something along those lines. Ben will be the winning vote for Kenzie in an incredibly close final tribal council.
Oops. I’ve spent Ben’s section talking about Kenzie. Ben is a supporting character in the story of Kenzie’s win. And no, I don’t think he’ll break any sort of tie.
🦎3rd Place: Liz.🦎
Liz lands here by default. I’m leaning towards Charlie winning the final immunity challenge, and sending Ben and Kenzie to fire with the main goal of getting Kenzie out. We saw in episode 12 that Liz is horrible at fire, so I think Charlie won’t pick her; also, she’s just an easy person to beat at the end.
I don't think Liz is well liked or respected by the majority Nami jury–who I’m guessing will be bitter at her for whatever reason–and will be seen as a goat. Which I don't think is really fair; Liz has played an okay game, but against Charlie and Kenzie, she won't get a single vote.
Liz has been a great character and is responsible for the most iconic moment of the season. IM PISSED that Liz has been overlooked by the editors. I’m hoping she has a good finale.
🦎Second Place: Charlie.🦎
The strategic figure head of the season, top-ten new-era player, and Swiftie, Charlie, is going to get second place. It’s really hard to have Charlie at second; I’d love to see him win; he truly deserves it; and on any other new-era season, I think he does win, but just not this one.
The only reason I think Charlie doesn’t win is purely from reading the edit.

1. His social game isn’t as prevalent in his edit, which leans way more toward the strategic. When considering Kenzie's edit, that’s really bad, as it gives Kenzie a clear reason why she wins over Charlie—that being her better social game.
   
2. A few weeks ago, Charlie talked about not wanting to be seen as “one of the bad people,” which makes me think that the jury might be bitter.
   
3. After such a visibly dominant winner like Dee, Charlie and Maria’s complete control of the game wasn’t shown off to the extent it could have been.
   
4. Kenzie has one of the strongest edits of the new-era.
   

That being said, I don’t think Charlie’s edit is as bad as people are making it seem; sure, I don’t think it’s as strong as Kenzie’s from a story arc or personal content perspective, but I don’t think we’ve really been shown explicitly why Charlie loses. My main line of thinking is that the jury is going to be bitter, or that Charlie’s final tribal speech doesn’t do his game justice. The final tribal council will be a battle between the strategically dominant Charlie and the social butterfly Kenzie. It’ll be a close vote. this is the highest I’ve ever been on a Charlie win happening. I don’t think it’s impossible as others do, but Kenzie’s edit is just too strong for me to really consider anything else.
🦎The Winner Of Survivor 46: Kenzie.🦎
As predictable as it is, Kenzie seems to be locked in for a win. Kenzie has one of the strongest new-era edits and one of the strongest edits for a woman ever. Kenzie has been consistently visible throughout the entirety of the season. Her pre-merge did an excellent job of setting her up as a strong social player. We were consistently shown her reads on players and situations and her reactions to the game. Come the merge, we got more of the same, which was odd considering Kenzies lack of importance to the merge game over all. She’s been playing, no doubt, but to have as many confessionals as Charlie and more than Maria doesn’t exactly make sense, unless she wins. From the start, Kenzie has been a strong narrator.
We also get a strong view of Kenzie’s relationships. We know how she feels about the majority of the players on the jury. Which strengthens her social player storyline.
We know that: She was close to Hunter, and after Tevin was blindsided, she became his number one. She was extremely close to Tiffany all season. They were arguably the second-strongest duo of the season. She had a developing relationship with Venus, and they were growing close up until her eventual blindside. She was done with Q after his antics and all the drama he brought, but they did have a working relationship on Yanu.
Speaking of Yanu, the majority of the Yanu comeback content was framed from Kenzie's perspective. She got that really strong opening in episode two about staying strong and making it to the end.
Overall, Kenzie is the total package. She’s got the storyline, the narration, the social game, a jury full of friends, the backstory package, a challenge win, an episode dedicated to erasing her negativity (episode 7), she’s never had a zero confessional episode, and most importantly, the edit to back it all up!!!
The reign of the mermaid dragon is here! 🧜🏻‍♀️🐉

I was looking at mines and boring machines and I realized that a water column of several hundreds of meters would result in a pressure equal to that in a LWR. The exact depth needed would of course depend on the pressure needed, but shafts of 450 meters or even 1000 meters can be made. This would be about 45 bars or 100 bars respectively.
Doing reactor construction this way would have multiple significant benefits. For one, cooling of the reactor would be assured as thousands of tons of water would be available in the water column above the reactor. Similarly, there would be a much lower risk of an accident causing significant leaks, as much could be captured in the water column.
Once the shaft has been constructed, the reactor would be emplaced. A pool type reactor (something like TRIGA etc) should be available commercially. An inverted funnel capturing the steam and a pipe carrying the steam to the surface would have to be made, but after that a steam turbine is all that is needed. Condensate goes into the top of the pool, steam comes out.
The refueling would be slightly complicated, however with the available remote underwater robots, which are already working at sites like Sellafield, this should be doable. It might also be possible to refuel the reactor during operation, however would not be required.
This reactor design should be cheaper to build, since the depth and structural integrity of the shaft are the only safety critical aspect of the cooling system. This eliminates a lot of the complexity of reactor construction. So long as the reactor itself is also stable, then the reactor should have a cost more similar to a pool type research reactor than a power reactor.

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For some reason can't log in anymore into my email account. Was able to log in without any issues about a week ago.
Steps to reproduce:

1. Go to https://mail.tutanota.com/login
2. The site returns a completely blank white page with nothing on it. Tried it for several days now but consistently get the blank page.

The underlying source code for the empty page is as follows:

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Hello guys, I have problems with my neck since i can remember. Got really bad migraines with aura as a kid, until I was like 16. Then the migraines turned into a headache that I have 24/7. In addition i have SO many other issues but i could live pretty normally.
But long story short: - Got accepted for Botox treatment last year, but a few months before the treatment i suddenly got really bad dizziness. The worst was a episode after moving out, i was bedbound for like 6 weeks because of the intense vertigo. - Then the botox doc diagnosed me with hypermobility, which suddenly explained 99% of my issues with my body - First round of botox helped my neck and the dizziness - Second round made it all worse and my head feels SO heavy!
So next week would be the 3. appointment. But after reading about neck instability and stuff like this I am really scared. I will talk to my doc about this, but i was hoping you guys could tell me about your experience with botox :)
Maybe some of you also suffer from vertigo/dizziness because of hypermobility?
I‘m sorry the post got way longer I intended it to be, but I didn‘t even know about hypermobility a year ago.😄

So, I'm trans (MtF 16) and I'm not fully out to anyone in my family. I have tried to come out before but they brushed me off and kept deadnaming/misgendering me. It's nbd in my mind considering i'll be able to get out of there soon enough. I'm headed on a vacation out to the beach soon to go visit some family and my parents told me I needed a bathing suit. They've been pushing me to get a traditional male bathing suit, which is completely fine by me I don't mind, but they don't come with a top. I am not on HRT yet so it wouldn't be illegal to not wear a top but it does make me uncomfortable to flaunt my whole breasts in public. I have issues with some textures as well so I could wear a shirt if I really had to but it's hard for me to deal with wet clothes touching my body for a long period of time. I will deal with it if I have to. Any ideas of how I can hide my chest while not upsetting any texture related issues? Thank you in advance.

How do I go about creating stat blocks on the fly? Everywhere I look it’s a grueling process for each enemy/NPC. I just wanna put together something simple if my characters run into a couple Goblins or something. I need to know how to simply think of an AC, modifiers and such off the top of my head or have a simple sheet for easy, medium, hard, and super hard enemies. Any help is great thanks!

Our (Me, mum, brother) current rent is $1560 and we found a place that, albeit a bit smaller, is $1020 and she doesn’t want to move because it’s inconvenient. The place is right across the street basically. Idk how to get it through her head that we literally can’t afford to live here. With bills our monthly expenses are close to $1800 (not including food). With food it’s close to $3000 and on top of that she has CC debt, my brother has medical debt, and she has car insurance. between three of us we make about $3600. And then she blames me for forcing her to move here and having to change her job and forcing her to make less money. She’s $10k in debt and that’s after u paid off $5k for her (and no she hasn’t paid me back!) I literally didn’t even want her to move with me, but it’s my fault that we’re living paycheck to paycheck. I literally can’t take it anymore