Decorating cubicle for halloween
yardhaunt
2021.08.20 14:37 _johnfromtheblock_ yardhaunt
Yard Haunt is a place for all things Halloween decorating and yard haunts. A place for all like minded people who enjoy decorating for Halloween to come together and show off their love for Halloween. Everything from sharing cool pictures of Halloween decorations, to DIY and how-to’s, to general discussions.
2024.05.19 09:46 inthearmsofdyl Dream Highlights
I had a couple uncomfortable dreams, and was unable to stay asleep. I woke up at every hou40 minutes. If I managed to sleep past 15-20. I was dehydrated as well, because I ate too much flour right before going to bed. My first dream was about being watched.
There was probably a dream before that. After that one, I dreamt about a unveiled claim that billy corgan was molested by his mom. I was with my parents, sitting in the car by myself. A guy walked past who I acted like was serj tankian, even though he looked nothing like him. He had round features and looked almost mexican. Later, I had another dream where I had the awareness that my dreams were important. For a spiritual reason. Some godly, reason.
In the next dream, I was in a strange building with my family members. There was halloween decoanimatronics near the entrance or exit door. It felt like a ride as we slowly approached the walkway. I gracefully did so, probably trying to not look up at the animatronics. It's usually a reaper, constantly. Once we all were getting ready to leave, I carried a handful of things/candy. We walked outside off the porch, and I saw a younger version of my nephew. He took a piece of candy that was mine and ate it. I punched him square in the face. I vaguely remember seeing baby blankets. Before we walked outside. Everyone stood around, including my nephew at his current age. He was only a toddler. Around this time, we were in a room with some old ladies and boomers. Astrology was relevant for some reason, since I brought it up, likely. 'Leos are excessive, aries are misjudged as mean, and sags are suspicious and paranoid. About the people around them, their friends. About the world..' I paused before describing Sagittarius, feeling uneasy around the old lady who was listening to me. My mom stood at my side, probably bored or indifferent. Just like the lady seemed. She was a bitch; I could feel how much she appeared indifferent towards me. She must've been a sagittarius.
In the other side of the room, I was looking at a packet of paper that was laid in the filing drawer. It talked about the different eras of victorian houses. I saw it mentioned, 'fake doors' under victorian. That would make my house victorian, maybe. It's from the early 1900s, so just barely is it real victorian. I do not have fake doors in my house at all. I was picturing the banister on my stairs that doesn't have a lid that detaches. It's molded into the classic shape. A old lady walked over to me, pushing the filing cabinet away. Bitch, I was reading that.
At home, I went up into my bedroom. Cats were sleeping in it. A black kitten looked up at me, precious, as I tossed a cord across the floor, behind/above him. It was a cord with a plastic kitten arm on the end, like it was supposed to go to a handheld device. I thought of a gameplay controller that you plug into the tv. But it was too thin and obviously made to inject into something else. It had been laying on another kitten.
I took notice of a spider that was crawling on my bookshelf. It was white and pregnant. On one of my books, there was a spider sack on it. It was little. I don't know what happened to I assume was a second spider sack. A book with a white cover got my attention, because black specks ran over every inch of it. My little brothers had came into the room, before the infestation happened. Behind me was a rubber tub full of stuff with fabric on the top. My cats were sleeping on it. I saw my siamese in the room as well, looking at me. I woke up, itchy and scared. I hate this dream, and I also happen to hate spiders. Obviously, I have someone fake in my life. A domineering female/mother figure. Since it was both cats and spiders.
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There was probably a dream before that. After that one, I dreamt about a unveiled claim that billy corgan was molested by his mom. I was with my parents, sitting in the car by myself. A guy walked past who I acted like was serj tankian, even though he looked nothing like him. He had round features and looked almost mexican. Later, I had another dream where I had the awareness that my dreams were important. For a spiritual reason. Some godly, reason.
In the next dream, I was in a strange building with my family members. There was halloween decoanimatronics near the entrance or exit door. It felt like a ride as we slowly approached the walkway. I gracefully did so, probably trying to not look up at the animatronics. It's usually a reaper, constantly. Once we all were getting ready to leave, I carried a handful of things/candy. We walked outside off the porch, and I saw a younger version of my nephew. He took a piece of candy that was mine and ate it. I punched him square in the face. I vaguely remember seeing baby blankets. Before we walked outside. Everyone stood around, including my nephew at his current age. He was only a toddler. Around this time, we were in a room with some old ladies and boomers. Astrology was relevant for some reason, since I brought it up, likely. 'Leos are excessive, aries are misjudged as mean, and sags are suspicious and paranoid. About the people around them, their friends. About the world..' I paused before describing Sagittarius, feeling uneasy around the old lady who was listening to me. My mom stood at my side, probably bored or indifferent. Just like the lady seemed. She was a bitch; I could feel how much she appeared indifferent towards me. She must've been a sagittarius.
In the other side of the room, I was looking at a packet of paper that was laid in the filing drawer. It talked about the different eras of victorian houses. I saw it mentioned, 'fake doors' under victorian. That would make my house victorian, maybe. It's from the early 1900s, so just barely is it real victorian. I do not have fake doors in my house at all. I was picturing the banister on my stairs that doesn't have a lid that detaches. It's molded into the classic shape. A old lady walked over to me, pushing the filing cabinet away. Bitch, I was reading that.
At home, I went up into my bedroom. Cats were sleeping in it. A black kitten looked up at me, precious, as I tossed a cord across the floor, behind/above him. It was a cord with a plastic kitten arm on the end, like it was supposed to go to a handheld device. I thought of a gameplay controller that you plug into the tv. But it was too thin and obviously made to inject into something else. It had been laying on another kitten.
I took notice of a spider that was crawling on my bookshelf. It was white and pregnant. On one of my books, there was a spider sack on it. It was little. I don't know what happened to I assume was a second spider sack. A book with a white cover got my attention, because black specks ran over every inch of it. My little brothers had came into the room, before the infestation happened. Behind me was a rubber tub full of stuff with fabric on the top. My cats were sleeping on it. I saw my siamese in the room as well, looking at me. I woke up, itchy and scared. I hate this dream, and I also happen to hate spiders. Obviously, I have someone fake in my life. A domineering female/mother figure. Since it was both cats and spiders.
2024.05.18 23:22 Fun-Manufacturer-356 Any local shops that sell dried herbs, crystals, or chintzy potion stuff?
My mom and I are big Harry Potter fans, and we decorate our house Harry Potter themed for Halloween and Christmas. We’re starting crafting now so that come fall time, we can enjoy our decorations.
We’re looking at expanding and improving our current decorations, and we’re planning on doing some potions shelves. But instead of bright colored, sparkly, cheesy potions, we want them to look realistic. With dried herbs, flowers, crystals, mushrooms, etc.
Stuff on Etsy is so expensive, and we had some other crafting ideas in mind that other people aren’t selling online, so we’re wanting create our potions and other Halloween crafts ourselves… but don’t really know where else to look other than maybe Hobby Lobby or Michaels, and sometimes their stuff is just too… halloween-y, if that makes sense.
We love spirit Halloween and Party when October rolls around, but again, sometimes their stuff is too cheesy.
Are there any local shops that sell kind of ‘witchy’ or spiritual stuff? Shops that sell scarves, tapestries, and antiques would also be great!
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We’re looking at expanding and improving our current decorations, and we’re planning on doing some potions shelves. But instead of bright colored, sparkly, cheesy potions, we want them to look realistic. With dried herbs, flowers, crystals, mushrooms, etc.
Stuff on Etsy is so expensive, and we had some other crafting ideas in mind that other people aren’t selling online, so we’re wanting create our potions and other Halloween crafts ourselves… but don’t really know where else to look other than maybe Hobby Lobby or Michaels, and sometimes their stuff is just too… halloween-y, if that makes sense.
We love spirit Halloween and Party when October rolls around, but again, sometimes their stuff is too cheesy.
Are there any local shops that sell kind of ‘witchy’ or spiritual stuff? Shops that sell scarves, tapestries, and antiques would also be great!
2024.05.18 03:35 babyxxpigeon17 A Niagara vacation
It was so terribly cold. Snow was falling, and it was almost dark, when out of the blue, my wife called me at work. "We're going to Niagara Falls for the weekend. I got us an awesome deal!"
We had both been working at our first "full-fledged" jobs for a year and had reached that moment after graduation when you suddenly realize you can't make that impact on the world your student enthusiasm once promised. At first, I just sighed. It was the dead of January, and I had already expended all my energy on a week of inconsequential stress. I just wanted to collapse on the couch for two days. Sarah felt a similar weary exhaustion. I could tell. Her tone was more hopeful than excited, but she had dreaded the routine we were sinking into and was trying her best to pull us free.
I looked to the ceiling and adjusted my telephone headset. At that time I was working at Stats Canada on the tele-query desk. I took a deep breath and, as convincingly as possible, said, "Sounds good." I don't think she bought it, but we went nonetheless.
This was Niagara Falls before the casinos when there was a very distinct off-season. When we got to the hotel, we were given the details of our "lovers' special". One dinner to be used either Friday or Saturday, two breakfasts, a roll of tokens for the arcade, 10% off some "4D" movie ride experience, and a 2-for-1 coupon to Max Tussaud's. I guessed it was Madame's nephew? We also got a bottle of sparkling wine in our room and chocolate treats on our pillows. I was impressed. It sounded good.
When we got into our room and saw the "bottle" of wine - basically an aeroplane-sized glass and half - and the chocolates - "fun wrapped" Oh Henry's left over from Halloween - we both started to laugh. The tone for two wonderful days had been set. We decided to cash in on our dinner coupon right away.
The restaurant off the lobby had hopes of being better. There were huge panoramic windows that promised a view of the gorge. Unfortunately, they had some winter moisture problems that day, and it felt like we were defrosting amid the dripping streaks and foggy patches. The decor was your standard booths and tables though the "romantic" lighting was unique. Dollar store battery-powered tea lights were lodged inside thick tumbler glasses and shed a muted pleasantness in a "what a great idea for a craft" sort of way. I had a feeling they were created by our waitress since she was the one who always seemed to be fussing with them. Only one other couple was in the dining room, so she attended to us immediately.
"Can I get you something to start?"
"Sure." "Thank you, that would be nice." We both responded simultaneously.
"And what would the lady like this evening?"
Sarah smiled at the flattery. "I think I'll have a glass of white wine." She glanced over at me to see my reaction. This was a subtle cue of the mood to follow. Diet Coke was usually the beverage of choice. She didn't normally drink alcohol. One glass numbed her nose and made her giggle far too easily. When she did drink, however, it meant she was comfortable with my company and open to anything to follow. I raised my eyebrows in a debonair way.
"And for the gentleman?"
"Do you have Foster's on tap?"
"Yes we do."
"I'll have a pint please."
Sarah smiled at the happy memories I invoked. At university, Foster's was my signature beer. It was at a time when Crocodile Dundee was a known name, and Australia was inexplicably cool. 15 cent buffalo wings and a pitcher of Foster's was the Tuesday night special at the London Arms pub. There the Classics Club would meet and, as a group, circle the wagons and drink ourselves into extroverts.
As soon as the waitress left, Sarah smiled at me. She reached out and held my hand across the table. With my gaze on hers, she slipped her foot from her shoe and slowly began sliding it up my pant leg.
"I got a pedicure this morning." She announced seductively.
I nodded and pretended I didn't notice her invitation. "What colour?" I asked.
"I'm not telling." She teased. "You'll just have to find out later." Her devious little smile was gorgeous.
"Mmmm. I can't wait."
When the waitress returned with our drinks, we immediately retreated to our personal spaces as if we had been discovered by the chaperone. Sarah opened the menu and began to salivate at the variety.
"Can we add an appetizer to the package dinner?" Her question seemed innocent enough.
"You're on the package?" Our friendly waitress disappeared, and we were no longer a lady or a gentleman. She ripped the menu out of Sarah's hand and took mine before I had even opened it. She then scurried to her podium and brought back a tattered, grease-stained, photocopied page that we had to share. We both burst out laughing.
The waitress was flustered that we were not as bothered as she was. "The drinks are NOT included!"
"What choices do we have?" I asked, expecting the usual chicken or fish. I had been on many packages before with my parents.
"Coffee or tea." The waitress snapped.
Sarah and I looked at each other in amused disbelief.
"I'll have coffee please." I didn't even flinch at the ridiculously limited package. I was eager to get my order in early.
"And I'll have the tea!" Sarah followed my lead. "Can I have some milk with that?"
"Yes." The waitress snarled.
"Fantastic!" I enthused.
"Yes, great! I'm glad we got the package, Honey." Sarah joked.
The waitress stormed off and returned sometime later with our lettuce-only salads drowned in Kraft's Italian dressing and our chewy chicken dinners, which she had thoughtfully allowed to cool. She tossed the plates on the table and left us to peacefully devour our deal. We didn't see her again until we requested the bill. For some reason, we found it amusing to leave a generous tip, which of course, defeated the purpose of the package, but we didn't care. It was fun.
The rest of the holiday was marred with similar off-season products and services. The wax museum was only half open, so we couldn't see the pop stars of the seventies. I didn't think it was a problem, but Sarah pouted playfully. She really wanted to see young Bowie. Meanwhile, the arcade was particularly stingy about spitting out coupons. So much so that Mike, the scraggly-haired repair guy, ended up escorting us from game to game and repairing the devices on demand. In no time, he was acting like an old drinking buddy. He joked and laughed, then, out of the blue, revealed that working at the Niagara Falls Fun Centre wasn't his career choice, that his dream was to be part of a travelling carnival. He desperately wanted to see more of the world, he explained and socialize with a greater variety of "wildlife." Mike winked at Sarah to punctuate his meaning, then began advising her on which games to play.
Sarah was partial to Skee ball and clearly had career potential in the sport, but Mike quickly pointed out that the token-to-coupon payout was not the best. In a furtive whisper, he revealed that The Storm Stopper was your best bet, provided the arcade had left it on its original factory settings. He assured us the ones here were "cool." The game had lights that ran around the outside in opposite directions and you had to hit the button at just the right spot to win. It looked impossible, but Mike was right; if you calculated tokens in versus coupons won, it was the best deal. It only took a little practice to win a minor jackpot every 5 or 6 times.
We would cheer each win as if Toronto had won the Stanley Cup. I would give a quick fist pump and a full lung "Yes!" while Sarah would jump up and down screaming, "WhoooHooo!" Of course, in the end, when we cashed in, "Mike's secret" only bumped us up from a key-chain flashlight to a "deluxe" nail beauty set. Mind you, it did come complete with clippers, scissors, a file AND a cuticle scraper. Not only that, it was all neatly packaged in a paisley-patterned pink and green plastic vinyl case. Mike was so pleased to give us our prize and to be honest, we were thrilled to win it if only to see his broad chicletted smile. It was more of a trophy than a grooming set.
That night, I made reservations for us at a fancy Chinese food restaurant - the Bamboo Garden. When we arrived, we had half-expected renovations of some sort. Instead, the place was immaculate. Gentle pools teeming with goldfish highlighted the epic black and red Ming dynasty decor. Real candles flickered on crisp white tablecloths. Again, the restaurant was virtually ours. The reservations on my part were entirely unnecessary. In fact, as soon as we entered, they knew us by name and guided us directly to our table. A live lounge piano caressed the air, its notes danced vaguely around familiar harmonies until finally, as if prompted by our presence, a song emerged immediately accompanied by the velvet voice of oriental karaoke. It was our song remastered
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We had both been working at our first "full-fledged" jobs for a year and had reached that moment after graduation when you suddenly realize you can't make that impact on the world your student enthusiasm once promised. At first, I just sighed. It was the dead of January, and I had already expended all my energy on a week of inconsequential stress. I just wanted to collapse on the couch for two days. Sarah felt a similar weary exhaustion. I could tell. Her tone was more hopeful than excited, but she had dreaded the routine we were sinking into and was trying her best to pull us free.
I looked to the ceiling and adjusted my telephone headset. At that time I was working at Stats Canada on the tele-query desk. I took a deep breath and, as convincingly as possible, said, "Sounds good." I don't think she bought it, but we went nonetheless.
This was Niagara Falls before the casinos when there was a very distinct off-season. When we got to the hotel, we were given the details of our "lovers' special". One dinner to be used either Friday or Saturday, two breakfasts, a roll of tokens for the arcade, 10% off some "4D" movie ride experience, and a 2-for-1 coupon to Max Tussaud's. I guessed it was Madame's nephew? We also got a bottle of sparkling wine in our room and chocolate treats on our pillows. I was impressed. It sounded good.
When we got into our room and saw the "bottle" of wine - basically an aeroplane-sized glass and half - and the chocolates - "fun wrapped" Oh Henry's left over from Halloween - we both started to laugh. The tone for two wonderful days had been set. We decided to cash in on our dinner coupon right away.
The restaurant off the lobby had hopes of being better. There were huge panoramic windows that promised a view of the gorge. Unfortunately, they had some winter moisture problems that day, and it felt like we were defrosting amid the dripping streaks and foggy patches. The decor was your standard booths and tables though the "romantic" lighting was unique. Dollar store battery-powered tea lights were lodged inside thick tumbler glasses and shed a muted pleasantness in a "what a great idea for a craft" sort of way. I had a feeling they were created by our waitress since she was the one who always seemed to be fussing with them. Only one other couple was in the dining room, so she attended to us immediately.
"Can I get you something to start?"
"Sure." "Thank you, that would be nice." We both responded simultaneously.
"And what would the lady like this evening?"
Sarah smiled at the flattery. "I think I'll have a glass of white wine." She glanced over at me to see my reaction. This was a subtle cue of the mood to follow. Diet Coke was usually the beverage of choice. She didn't normally drink alcohol. One glass numbed her nose and made her giggle far too easily. When she did drink, however, it meant she was comfortable with my company and open to anything to follow. I raised my eyebrows in a debonair way.
"And for the gentleman?"
"Do you have Foster's on tap?"
"Yes we do."
"I'll have a pint please."
Sarah smiled at the happy memories I invoked. At university, Foster's was my signature beer. It was at a time when Crocodile Dundee was a known name, and Australia was inexplicably cool. 15 cent buffalo wings and a pitcher of Foster's was the Tuesday night special at the London Arms pub. There the Classics Club would meet and, as a group, circle the wagons and drink ourselves into extroverts.
As soon as the waitress left, Sarah smiled at me. She reached out and held my hand across the table. With my gaze on hers, she slipped her foot from her shoe and slowly began sliding it up my pant leg.
"I got a pedicure this morning." She announced seductively.
I nodded and pretended I didn't notice her invitation. "What colour?" I asked.
"I'm not telling." She teased. "You'll just have to find out later." Her devious little smile was gorgeous.
"Mmmm. I can't wait."
When the waitress returned with our drinks, we immediately retreated to our personal spaces as if we had been discovered by the chaperone. Sarah opened the menu and began to salivate at the variety.
"Can we add an appetizer to the package dinner?" Her question seemed innocent enough.
"You're on the package?" Our friendly waitress disappeared, and we were no longer a lady or a gentleman. She ripped the menu out of Sarah's hand and took mine before I had even opened it. She then scurried to her podium and brought back a tattered, grease-stained, photocopied page that we had to share. We both burst out laughing.
The waitress was flustered that we were not as bothered as she was. "The drinks are NOT included!"
"What choices do we have?" I asked, expecting the usual chicken or fish. I had been on many packages before with my parents.
"Coffee or tea." The waitress snapped.
Sarah and I looked at each other in amused disbelief.
"I'll have coffee please." I didn't even flinch at the ridiculously limited package. I was eager to get my order in early.
"And I'll have the tea!" Sarah followed my lead. "Can I have some milk with that?"
"Yes." The waitress snarled.
"Fantastic!" I enthused.
"Yes, great! I'm glad we got the package, Honey." Sarah joked.
The waitress stormed off and returned sometime later with our lettuce-only salads drowned in Kraft's Italian dressing and our chewy chicken dinners, which she had thoughtfully allowed to cool. She tossed the plates on the table and left us to peacefully devour our deal. We didn't see her again until we requested the bill. For some reason, we found it amusing to leave a generous tip, which of course, defeated the purpose of the package, but we didn't care. It was fun.
The rest of the holiday was marred with similar off-season products and services. The wax museum was only half open, so we couldn't see the pop stars of the seventies. I didn't think it was a problem, but Sarah pouted playfully. She really wanted to see young Bowie. Meanwhile, the arcade was particularly stingy about spitting out coupons. So much so that Mike, the scraggly-haired repair guy, ended up escorting us from game to game and repairing the devices on demand. In no time, he was acting like an old drinking buddy. He joked and laughed, then, out of the blue, revealed that working at the Niagara Falls Fun Centre wasn't his career choice, that his dream was to be part of a travelling carnival. He desperately wanted to see more of the world, he explained and socialize with a greater variety of "wildlife." Mike winked at Sarah to punctuate his meaning, then began advising her on which games to play.
Sarah was partial to Skee ball and clearly had career potential in the sport, but Mike quickly pointed out that the token-to-coupon payout was not the best. In a furtive whisper, he revealed that The Storm Stopper was your best bet, provided the arcade had left it on its original factory settings. He assured us the ones here were "cool." The game had lights that ran around the outside in opposite directions and you had to hit the button at just the right spot to win. It looked impossible, but Mike was right; if you calculated tokens in versus coupons won, it was the best deal. It only took a little practice to win a minor jackpot every 5 or 6 times.
We would cheer each win as if Toronto had won the Stanley Cup. I would give a quick fist pump and a full lung "Yes!" while Sarah would jump up and down screaming, "WhoooHooo!" Of course, in the end, when we cashed in, "Mike's secret" only bumped us up from a key-chain flashlight to a "deluxe" nail beauty set. Mind you, it did come complete with clippers, scissors, a file AND a cuticle scraper. Not only that, it was all neatly packaged in a paisley-patterned pink and green plastic vinyl case. Mike was so pleased to give us our prize and to be honest, we were thrilled to win it if only to see his broad chicletted smile. It was more of a trophy than a grooming set.
That night, I made reservations for us at a fancy Chinese food restaurant - the Bamboo Garden. When we arrived, we had half-expected renovations of some sort. Instead, the place was immaculate. Gentle pools teeming with goldfish highlighted the epic black and red Ming dynasty decor. Real candles flickered on crisp white tablecloths. Again, the restaurant was virtually ours. The reservations on my part were entirely unnecessary. In fact, as soon as we entered, they knew us by name and guided us directly to our table. A live lounge piano caressed the air, its notes danced vaguely around familiar harmonies until finally, as if prompted by our presence, a song emerged immediately accompanied by the velvet voice of oriental karaoke. It was our song remastered
2024.05.18 00:10 SheSeesTheMoonlight Realising I forced myself through a traumatising experience because I followed the rules so much
Edit: Realising I should've added this from the start, I wasn't diagnosed at the time, nobody knew I was autistic, so this is one of those "looking back on it and realising it was autism" kind of things
This is sort of a trauma dump, but looking back on it I suppose it was kind of funny, too. I learned a lot. Here's my story:
When I was a kid, my family took me and my siblings to the city amusement park during Halloween, and it was fun to see all the decorations and costumes, and I loved roller coasters. But at some point during the day, they decided that we were going to go through a haunted house. There were 2, a free one and a pay one, apparently the pay one was scarier and more gory so we went through the free one. WELL. It was SO scary it traumatised the hell out of me. I might have been 12 at this point? I still felt like I was 8. Something about it just seemed so real to me, I couldn't get to grips with what was going on, dead babies in washing machines, bloodied curtain mazes, chainsaws, etc. There was a room about halfway through with all these decapitated heads lining the upper corners of a bedroom, but the ceiling and walls were completely black.
I was already thoroughly freaked out and hated what was going on, so I insisted I go in the middle of the group so nothing jumps out at me. Well, as we're walking through the room, one of the heads flies down off the wall and screams right in MY face! I then saw the vague outline of a person dressed completely in black standing there in the corner, the jerk probably saw that I was the most scared and targeted me. But where it gets really bad is almost right after that, we go through a couple more rooms and then I saw the words of a miracle "EXIT", glowing green letters and the door was right there! I wanted to scream for joy and run outside and breathe the fresh air again, escape all this horrible nonsense. But I didn't. Why didn't I if I wanted to do it so badly? Well, I remembered it like I was forced through or something. But that never happened. I just simply never spoke up for myself. Because my family was going through it, and that's what we were doing from the start, we were told "we're going through this haunted house", I took that literally to a TEE, and the rules mattered more to me than my own mental health and sanity! I'm certain my parents would have helped me out to get out of there, but I didn't even think to question their supposed "authority".
Instead, right next to the exit door, we all got down on out knees and crawled through a lowered ceiling crawlspace and went through the rest of the haunted house... The end was especially traumatising because it was a labyrinth with a flashing strobe light for lighting, so you couldn't tell what was going on, meanwhile there were monsters in there with us chasing us around. I grabbed my dads hand, tears pouring down my face, trying to pull him towards where I thought the exit was, saying c'mon, come on!!! But he wouldn't move. I turned to look at him... and it wasn't my dad, it was some zombified clown monster or something... I screamed and ran for my life, and I heard my family calling me, they had already turned a corner and I was left disoriented and alone! Until I found them then. We exited and I've never been in another haunted house since.
What I've learned from this, and from just now, literally almost 20 years later, is that I HAVE to stand up for myself. It's a new rule of mine, take care of myself, speak up if something is bothering me, even if it goes against predetermined rules. Oh, and rules are questionable! Question everything, so it makes sense and it's something you can agree with! Otherwise, don't do it!
I also learned that I can go through things waaaayy harder than I thought I could, turns out I'm stronger than I believed. So that's a plus. Yay. /s
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This is sort of a trauma dump, but looking back on it I suppose it was kind of funny, too. I learned a lot. Here's my story:
When I was a kid, my family took me and my siblings to the city amusement park during Halloween, and it was fun to see all the decorations and costumes, and I loved roller coasters. But at some point during the day, they decided that we were going to go through a haunted house. There were 2, a free one and a pay one, apparently the pay one was scarier and more gory so we went through the free one. WELL. It was SO scary it traumatised the hell out of me. I might have been 12 at this point? I still felt like I was 8. Something about it just seemed so real to me, I couldn't get to grips with what was going on, dead babies in washing machines, bloodied curtain mazes, chainsaws, etc. There was a room about halfway through with all these decapitated heads lining the upper corners of a bedroom, but the ceiling and walls were completely black.
I was already thoroughly freaked out and hated what was going on, so I insisted I go in the middle of the group so nothing jumps out at me. Well, as we're walking through the room, one of the heads flies down off the wall and screams right in MY face! I then saw the vague outline of a person dressed completely in black standing there in the corner, the jerk probably saw that I was the most scared and targeted me. But where it gets really bad is almost right after that, we go through a couple more rooms and then I saw the words of a miracle "EXIT", glowing green letters and the door was right there! I wanted to scream for joy and run outside and breathe the fresh air again, escape all this horrible nonsense. But I didn't. Why didn't I if I wanted to do it so badly? Well, I remembered it like I was forced through or something. But that never happened. I just simply never spoke up for myself. Because my family was going through it, and that's what we were doing from the start, we were told "we're going through this haunted house", I took that literally to a TEE, and the rules mattered more to me than my own mental health and sanity! I'm certain my parents would have helped me out to get out of there, but I didn't even think to question their supposed "authority".
Instead, right next to the exit door, we all got down on out knees and crawled through a lowered ceiling crawlspace and went through the rest of the haunted house... The end was especially traumatising because it was a labyrinth with a flashing strobe light for lighting, so you couldn't tell what was going on, meanwhile there were monsters in there with us chasing us around. I grabbed my dads hand, tears pouring down my face, trying to pull him towards where I thought the exit was, saying c'mon, come on!!! But he wouldn't move. I turned to look at him... and it wasn't my dad, it was some zombified clown monster or something... I screamed and ran for my life, and I heard my family calling me, they had already turned a corner and I was left disoriented and alone! Until I found them then. We exited and I've never been in another haunted house since.
What I've learned from this, and from just now, literally almost 20 years later, is that I HAVE to stand up for myself. It's a new rule of mine, take care of myself, speak up if something is bothering me, even if it goes against predetermined rules. Oh, and rules are questionable! Question everything, so it makes sense and it's something you can agree with! Otherwise, don't do it!
I also learned that I can go through things waaaayy harder than I thought I could, turns out I'm stronger than I believed. So that's a plus. Yay. /s
2024.05.17 19:41 Ok-Joke-3927 New Devotee
Hi everyone,
I was raised in a household that held a deep reverence for La Santa Muerte. From a young age, I was taught to believe in her power and protection. When I was about ten years old, I asked La Santa Muerte for a favor, something important to me at the time which was for my parents to separate as we lived in a very abusive household. In return, I promised to bring her any coins or little treasures I found, placing them on her altar as offerings. She kept her promise and made my petition come true. Around that time, my parents got separated, and this ritual was forgotten because afterwards my uncle passed and my mother stopped worshiping her.
My mom still holds a deep respect for her, and she still brings in new devotees to la Santísima Muerte . However, my mom believes that because she did not keep her promise she took my uncle, but now I know that that’s not the case.
Years past, and without really realizing I had forgotten my promise to her, and to recently now as a 29 year old, I had a dream about her, and she was so tall, and she was sitting on her throne with her black tunic, and she just looked at me And I don’t know if this means that she’s calling on to me
I’ve been going through a really hard time in my life, and I’ve been really diving into getting to know her again I have seen been I’ve been witness to her power.
Without realizing all these years, she’s been out right next to me and what I mean by that is that my mom’s new partner also became a follower of La Santisima Muerte and I’ve been living with her always by my side without really noticing I have asked her for forgiveness for completely forgetting what I had promised to her as a child and now I have a little piggy bank with all the coins that I had promised her and I always keep her in mind.
I do live with my mother-in-law and I did purchase a Katrina for Halloween last year and she was really upset at me and she threw it out. She said that I was not allowed to bring any of that stuff here to her house. She claims that it was the Santa Marta, even though I had to mention that it was just for Halloween decor, which is true , it just goes to show how much judgment there is towards her and I just feel really worried that she’s gonna get really upset at me if she finds that I started an altar for her in my room. I am hoping to move out soon so that I can have an altar for her.
I’m wondering if there’s anything that I should know about before starting I recently purchased a book on her just to get to know her a little bit more the prayers and all of that but any tips would be greatly appreciated.
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I was raised in a household that held a deep reverence for La Santa Muerte. From a young age, I was taught to believe in her power and protection. When I was about ten years old, I asked La Santa Muerte for a favor, something important to me at the time which was for my parents to separate as we lived in a very abusive household. In return, I promised to bring her any coins or little treasures I found, placing them on her altar as offerings. She kept her promise and made my petition come true. Around that time, my parents got separated, and this ritual was forgotten because afterwards my uncle passed and my mother stopped worshiping her.
My mom still holds a deep respect for her, and she still brings in new devotees to la Santísima Muerte . However, my mom believes that because she did not keep her promise she took my uncle, but now I know that that’s not the case.
Years past, and without really realizing I had forgotten my promise to her, and to recently now as a 29 year old, I had a dream about her, and she was so tall, and she was sitting on her throne with her black tunic, and she just looked at me And I don’t know if this means that she’s calling on to me
I’ve been going through a really hard time in my life, and I’ve been really diving into getting to know her again I have seen been I’ve been witness to her power.
Without realizing all these years, she’s been out right next to me and what I mean by that is that my mom’s new partner also became a follower of La Santisima Muerte and I’ve been living with her always by my side without really noticing I have asked her for forgiveness for completely forgetting what I had promised to her as a child and now I have a little piggy bank with all the coins that I had promised her and I always keep her in mind.
I do live with my mother-in-law and I did purchase a Katrina for Halloween last year and she was really upset at me and she threw it out. She said that I was not allowed to bring any of that stuff here to her house. She claims that it was the Santa Marta, even though I had to mention that it was just for Halloween decor, which is true , it just goes to show how much judgment there is towards her and I just feel really worried that she’s gonna get really upset at me if she finds that I started an altar for her in my room. I am hoping to move out soon so that I can have an altar for her.
I’m wondering if there’s anything that I should know about before starting I recently purchased a book on her just to get to know her a little bit more the prayers and all of that but any tips would be greatly appreciated.
2024.05.17 18:45 BonfireDCS [INT] [PC] [CLAN] Bonfire is looking for more likeminded Warframe players! Come and join our tight-knit community!
Hey there, we are Bonfire!
[ About Us ]
Hey there, we are Bonfire!
We are a community with an emphasis on tight-knit, chilled out friend groups and community, and we want you to join us and make some friends and memories with us!
We are currently looking for more Warframe players to join us and help us take our Warframe clan off the ground! We are a community of roughly 300, with a small yet knowledgeable team of Warframe players looking for grinders, lore nerds, and experienced Tenno to come and join us and help us build an even more tight-knit team.
[ What we offer you ]
Still not sure what we're like? Check out a short video for some of the shenanigans we get up to!: https://youtu.be/lsE3QkmdhRI
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[ About Us ]
Hey there, we are Bonfire!
We are a community with an emphasis on tight-knit, chilled out friend groups and community, and we want you to join us and make some friends and memories with us!
We are currently looking for more Warframe players to join us and help us take our Warframe clan off the ground! We are a community of roughly 300, with a small yet knowledgeable team of Warframe players looking for grinders, lore nerds, and experienced Tenno to come and join us and help us build an even more tight-knit team.
[ What we offer you ]
- A dojo with all rooms and research aqquired, and decoration perms available on request
- Dedicated relic farming, alongside corrupt vault and other platinum farming
- Sister and Lich farms
- Expert assistance with any endgame activity be it Eidolon Hunting, Steel Path, Archon Hunts and so on.
- Dedicated teams ready to farm events- if a new prime releases there'll be multiple teams running relics for them.
- No pressure whatsover- you're under no obligation to be active 24/7, we believe that it should be us and not you that makes you want to hang out with us more, so give us a chance!
- A community server focused on three games in particular, Warframe, Destiny and Minecraft.
- 3 Seasonal events per year, including Halloween and Christmas makeovers.
- A Level 3 Boosted Discord Community with all the bells and whistles.
- Professional leadership and moderators that look out for everyone.
- A community, not a boys club. Welcoming of Guys, Girls, and all gender identities.
- Please be 18 or over!
- Please make sure you are in our Discord server so we're able to help get you into the clan and community!
- Give some of the people a chance to help you run some activities and i'm positive you'll stick around! ^v^
Still not sure what we're like? Check out a short video for some of the shenanigans we get up to!: https://youtu.be/lsE3QkmdhRI
2024.05.17 18:00 _IAM_CHAOS_ Fallout 4 Unique Power Armour Head
 | Hey guys, I’m looking for this piece or power armour. I read it once, can’t find where and am having no luck with figuring out where to get this piece, i think it’s in an area with a bunch of Halloween decor and junk. Any help would be appreciated! submitted by _IAM_CHAOS_ to fo4 [link] [comments] |
2024.05.17 17:46 kailin2017 Bandai Movie Monster Series vs Art Spirits Hyper Modeling Series for cubicle
Hey there, Godzilla Reddit! I am looking for a line of Godzilla figures to decorate the shelves of my cubicle at work with. The available space I have to display is 48" across and 4" out from the wall. For reference, I also keep Core Class Transformers at my desk, which are about 3.5" tall and I have about eighteen of those so far. I have narrowed my options down to either the Bandai Movie Monster Series or the Art Spirits Hyper Modeling Series.
Bandai Movie Monster Series:
Pros: 1) Selection. Pretty much every version of every kaiju in the Godzilla and Gamera franchises available. 2) Price. A lot of the Bandai figures cost about $20-30, which is a good price for the size you're getting.
Cons: 1) Detail. The molding and paint isn't as detailed as the Art Spirits figures. Their Biollante figure suffers from an iffy paint job, with some of the teeth on the back vines not being painted white at all. 2) Size. They might be a little too big for the space I'm going to put them, especially when it comes to tails. The Bandai figures are usually about 6" tall, but I know some of them can be around 8" tall. This is really only a few inches shorter than the SH MonsterArts figures that I keep at home, and those take up quite a bit of space. Not only that, but I won't be able to fit as many on the shelves, and there are many figures to choose from.
Art Spirits Hyper Modeling Series:
Pros: 1) Size. The Art Spirits figures are about 4" tall, which I'll be able to more confidently be able to display without running into space issues. They'd also be more in line with the Transformers figures. 2) Detail. Despite these figures being smaller, they are extremely detailed with both paint and molding.
Cons: 1) Available figures. As of writing this, you can currently get the King of the Monsters 2019 set, the Singular Point set, the Mechagodzilla set, and the History of Godzilla Part 1 set. There's also a Gamera set from 2011 that I don't think you can get anymore. That's not a whole lot available, and I'm weary about investing so much into a line that might get canceled before a decent amount of figures get released. 2) Price (kindof). If you get every figure from a particular set altogether as a bundle, each figure can cost $20-30. That's not too terribly horrible when looking at the amount of detail you get with each figure, but the Core Class Transformers also have fairly detailed molds and arguably more complex paint application and often cost $15 (give or take), so nearly $30 for that size feels a tiny bit steep. 3) Distinguishing features. This is really only an issue with the Mechagodzilla set. Included in that set are figures for Godzilla vs Mechagodzilla and Terror of Mechagodzilla. These are essentially the exact same figure, but with ever so slightly different paint applications, and the head of the Terror of Mechagodzilla figure can be swapped out for the exposed brain unit. Not a whole lot of distinguishing features there. Likewise, they also have Kiryu figures for both Godzilla Against Mechagodzilla and Tokyo SOS. These are legitimately just the same figure with ever so slightly different molding to give the Tokyo SOS version battle damage around the right eye and maybe slightly pointier fingers. They very well could have distinguished them with their different back tank units from each movie, but they didn't, so the only way to really tell them apart are the details that you don't see unless you examine each pretty closely, and it largely feels like you're just getting two of the same figure. 4) General uncertainty with Art Spirits because they don't seem to be as well-known as Bandai, SH MonsterArts, Neco, X-Plus, or Super7.
Overall, I might be leaning a bit more toward Art Spirits because of the spacing reason and the fact that I'm getting so much more detail, but I'm still largely on the fence with which line I should go with. What do you all think?
Thanks lads and lasses!
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Bandai Movie Monster Series:
Pros: 1) Selection. Pretty much every version of every kaiju in the Godzilla and Gamera franchises available. 2) Price. A lot of the Bandai figures cost about $20-30, which is a good price for the size you're getting.
Cons: 1) Detail. The molding and paint isn't as detailed as the Art Spirits figures. Their Biollante figure suffers from an iffy paint job, with some of the teeth on the back vines not being painted white at all. 2) Size. They might be a little too big for the space I'm going to put them, especially when it comes to tails. The Bandai figures are usually about 6" tall, but I know some of them can be around 8" tall. This is really only a few inches shorter than the SH MonsterArts figures that I keep at home, and those take up quite a bit of space. Not only that, but I won't be able to fit as many on the shelves, and there are many figures to choose from.
Art Spirits Hyper Modeling Series:
Pros: 1) Size. The Art Spirits figures are about 4" tall, which I'll be able to more confidently be able to display without running into space issues. They'd also be more in line with the Transformers figures. 2) Detail. Despite these figures being smaller, they are extremely detailed with both paint and molding.
Cons: 1) Available figures. As of writing this, you can currently get the King of the Monsters 2019 set, the Singular Point set, the Mechagodzilla set, and the History of Godzilla Part 1 set. There's also a Gamera set from 2011 that I don't think you can get anymore. That's not a whole lot available, and I'm weary about investing so much into a line that might get canceled before a decent amount of figures get released. 2) Price (kindof). If you get every figure from a particular set altogether as a bundle, each figure can cost $20-30. That's not too terribly horrible when looking at the amount of detail you get with each figure, but the Core Class Transformers also have fairly detailed molds and arguably more complex paint application and often cost $15 (give or take), so nearly $30 for that size feels a tiny bit steep. 3) Distinguishing features. This is really only an issue with the Mechagodzilla set. Included in that set are figures for Godzilla vs Mechagodzilla and Terror of Mechagodzilla. These are essentially the exact same figure, but with ever so slightly different paint applications, and the head of the Terror of Mechagodzilla figure can be swapped out for the exposed brain unit. Not a whole lot of distinguishing features there. Likewise, they also have Kiryu figures for both Godzilla Against Mechagodzilla and Tokyo SOS. These are legitimately just the same figure with ever so slightly different molding to give the Tokyo SOS version battle damage around the right eye and maybe slightly pointier fingers. They very well could have distinguished them with their different back tank units from each movie, but they didn't, so the only way to really tell them apart are the details that you don't see unless you examine each pretty closely, and it largely feels like you're just getting two of the same figure. 4) General uncertainty with Art Spirits because they don't seem to be as well-known as Bandai, SH MonsterArts, Neco, X-Plus, or Super7.
Overall, I might be leaning a bit more toward Art Spirits because of the spacing reason and the fact that I'm getting so much more detail, but I'm still largely on the fence with which line I should go with. What do you all think?
Thanks lads and lasses!
2024.05.17 14:28 kazumablackwing Fallout 4's "Next Gen Update" is Bethesda's biggest middle finger to the community since the nylon bag incident
Having been delayed for almost a year to milk the hype from the Fallout TV series, the "next gen update" is nothing short of a clusterfuck and clear indication of BGS lacking any sort of quality control or standards. More than half of what's contained in the 14gb patch either doesn't actually do anything, or actively makes the game worse. The "quality" and "performance" modes added to console versions change literally nothing. The "widescreen support" just stretches the visual display to fit the monitor, rather than increasing fov. Half of the creation club slop added doesn't even work properly, with meshes often not loading and being replaced by big red warning signs, the halloween theme of the decor added feels odd for an update released in late april...but makes sense when you realize the original release was slated for october. console players also got shafted yet again by the lack of an increase to allowed mod storage space, being still stuck at a measly 2gb.
There is, of course, also the thousands, if not tens of thousands of save files that were bricked by this update, at a time when an unprecedented number of people are returning to the game due to the show's success. At best, people who play with mods will have to wait weeks, or months to be able to play with said mods, assuming they get updated at all, or if they're on pc, they can roll back to an earlier version. console modded players are SOL on that front, though.
Suffice to say, BGS really shot themselves in the foot on this one
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There is, of course, also the thousands, if not tens of thousands of save files that were bricked by this update, at a time when an unprecedented number of people are returning to the game due to the show's success. At best, people who play with mods will have to wait weeks, or months to be able to play with said mods, assuming they get updated at all, or if they're on pc, they can roll back to an earlier version. console modded players are SOL on that front, though.
Suffice to say, BGS really shot themselves in the foot on this one
2024.05.17 12:57 parttimenostalgic [Thank You] <3 for the Amazing postcards
It's a very late mail that I received this week. Sorry for the delay. Thank you for the 5 cute postcards.
@u/somewhatfoolish- Thank you for the Lovely Halloween postcard. When I first saw it I thought the text was printed at the back but it was your very pretty and neat handwriting. Thanks for telling me your autumn traditions. Loved the card 🧡
@u/melhen16 - Thank you for the Pretty purple and blue Sea themed postcard and sea stickers. I loved the quote that you chose. The card is really very cute! 💙
@u/spookyoneoverthere- Thank you for the Mad libs 😂 and the handmade card is really cute. I agree with you over the kidney part. 💜
@u/hoolu123- Thank you for the chihuly postcard. It's very lovely and the way you decorated it at the back with stickers is really cute, loved it. 💚 (the mail came very late idk why)
@u/sufficient _letter883- Thank you for the Zoological park postcard, it's has a really cute hippopotamus 💛.
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@u/somewhatfoolish- Thank you for the Lovely Halloween postcard. When I first saw it I thought the text was printed at the back but it was your very pretty and neat handwriting. Thanks for telling me your autumn traditions. Loved the card 🧡
@u/melhen16 - Thank you for the Pretty purple and blue Sea themed postcard and sea stickers. I loved the quote that you chose. The card is really very cute! 💙
@u/spookyoneoverthere- Thank you for the Mad libs 😂 and the handmade card is really cute. I agree with you over the kidney part. 💜
@u/hoolu123- Thank you for the chihuly postcard. It's very lovely and the way you decorated it at the back with stickers is really cute, loved it. 💚 (the mail came very late idk why)
@u/sufficient _letter883- Thank you for the Zoological park postcard, it's has a really cute hippopotamus 💛.
2024.05.17 12:41 Cynic494 Who is this tiny lil guy? Location: Europe,Romania
 | Tiniest little guy found on my wall. I relocated him to a house plant. I also found one of his possible brothers after a few days on my ceiling, and he was slightly larger but other than that identical. I'm just really curious about who he is, because he looks really cool, like the most generic and base model spider there is, like all the halloween decorations. submitted by Cynic494 to spiders [link] [comments] (Sorry for bad picture quality, he is REALLY tiny) (Hand for scale) (Lil guy) |
2024.05.17 05:49 Unlikely_Fly1595 WHAT I SAW AT MY FRIEND'S NEIGHBORHOOD PT.1
One day,my online friend suggested that we should meet up.I agreed to her decision,and talked about our plans. Her name was Crystal and she was two years older than me.
Once we were done,I hung up the phone,and I was beaming with excitement.i jumped out of bed and outfitted myself with a black ripped jeans and a yellow sports hooded tank top.Then,I took a warm shower-during that time,I scrubbed every inch of my body to look and smell great. After that,I tried up and got dressed up.
Then,I checked if the house was locked and everything was in place,and locked the door shut.Walking down the street,I hailed a taxi to drive me to the exact location she sent me.When I arrived there,the place looked so sketchy-the place was mysteriously quiet,and street seemed empty.I did not think much of it and walked,searching for the house number.That's when I was walking passed a resident's house and smelted something really bad.When I turned around I met a blood curdling sight-there was a headless body lying on the ground . i thought that it was probably some old halloween decoration,but when I got closer and felt the body,it was a real one.
I stepped back,and froze at one spot.Interfering my hallucations of the body moving,my phone rang out loudly.I grabbed it and answered it immediately. "Are you the girl in the yellow shirt?" Crystal asked. When i turned around,I saw a tall girl standing at the door of her house,afar. "Wave your hand",I said.The girl waved her hand and I instantly knew it was her.I ran and gave her a big tight hug.
TO BE CONTINUED...
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Once we were done,I hung up the phone,and I was beaming with excitement.i jumped out of bed and outfitted myself with a black ripped jeans and a yellow sports hooded tank top.Then,I took a warm shower-during that time,I scrubbed every inch of my body to look and smell great. After that,I tried up and got dressed up.
Then,I checked if the house was locked and everything was in place,and locked the door shut.Walking down the street,I hailed a taxi to drive me to the exact location she sent me.When I arrived there,the place looked so sketchy-the place was mysteriously quiet,and street seemed empty.I did not think much of it and walked,searching for the house number.That's when I was walking passed a resident's house and smelted something really bad.When I turned around I met a blood curdling sight-there was a headless body lying on the ground . i thought that it was probably some old halloween decoration,but when I got closer and felt the body,it was a real one.
I stepped back,and froze at one spot.Interfering my hallucations of the body moving,my phone rang out loudly.I grabbed it and answered it immediately. "Are you the girl in the yellow shirt?" Crystal asked. When i turned around,I saw a tall girl standing at the door of her house,afar. "Wave your hand",I said.The girl waved her hand and I instantly knew it was her.I ran and gave her a big tight hug.
TO BE CONTINUED...
2024.05.17 04:32 Anxious-Clock8602 Halloween items at camps?
Hey everyone! I've been seeing a lot of halloween decor at other camps and I love it. I've been searching everyone's stores for plans or items, but no luck. Are most of them from the atomic shop or are the plans just hard to find? Thanks!
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2024.05.16 17:00 ThePhenomahna Some illustrations I did in the style of Beistle Halloween decorations. Plan on doing a lot more for Halloween this year.
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2024.05.16 10:31 omegaMKXIII 31 [M4F] Austria/Europe - Looking for my forever lady
I am looking for a lady between 25 and 35 years old, for a committed monogamous childfree relationship. My goal is to become a true team, supporting each other, caring for each other, nurturing each other and helping each other grow and realise our goals and dreams as much as possible. I'm hoping to find someone that values a relationship as much as I do and takes it seriously. It's not the only thing my life revolves around, but it's also not just something 'nice to have' for me.
I am 186cm tall, slim/fit built, dark brown hair, brown eyes. Both my arms are tattooed (full sleeve), as are my calves and the areas above my ankles. Regarding pictures see below. I am a runner, training multiple times a week. I'm also vegan. My love languages are physical touch and words of affirmation. While I am mostly securely attached, withdrawing from me triggers anxiety and I have made a horrible experience with an avoidant partner in the past, so that is something I fear I cannot deal with again.
I am also an atheist.
I am a very warm, soft and sensitive person, I think I am humorous, I am self reflecting a lot and I can also be really passionate and romantic. Those are traits that also are really important to me in a woman.
I can be quite social, I am a good talker, but also love to listen to really get to know someone on a deeper level. I can enjoy an evening out with friends just as much as the silence of sitting at the shores of the river and watching the sunset in solitude (although I've been craving to watch it together with a partner for a really long time now). I can be out in a pub, at a rave, a metal show or at a football game and have the time of my life, but I cannot do these things every day; I need recharge time (on the sofa, in the woods for a run, a lazy Sunday staying in bed etc.). This should give you an idea; basically, I am a homebody that thoroughly enjoys going out in moderation.
I won't say too much about hobbies; suffice it to say I am into the dark, the obscure, the macabre, the occult, the mysterious, the erotic. It won't surprise you that I had a gothic phase in my youth, bonus points if you did too!
What I'm looking for
Although similar hobbies and interests are a plus, emotional and intimate compatibility are more important to me. I am a very sensitive and emotional person (I do cry easily and by this point I don't think I'll ever be able to change that, sorry), so if you're too, we will definitely understand each other. I need someone who I can open up to (which I do rather quickly, anyway), be myself, bare my soul to and I need these things from you, too. I've had my share of emotionally unavailable women who were afraid of intimacy so I know I can't deal with that again because of the way how those things affect me. I am always emotionally invested with the woman I pursue and in those cases that was to my detriment. But my ability to feel so deep is also something I wouldn't want to change because as of yet, although it's getting harder, I haven't given up on finding someone.
With those emotional needs come two requirements that I found to be vital over the years: First, being able to be silly and cutesy together and to accept each other's inner child and care for it. I am not talking about having to deal with another person's immaturity or inability to perform basic adult skills, rather with the way sadness, hurt, anxiety and being overwhelmed manifests for me (and maybe for you, too?). I need someone who is able to comfort me, to hold me, to allow me to be weak and needy for a while until I've calmed down, and I'm more than ready to offer the same. Your inner child can come out for a while, no problem (: Also in a positive way: Thankfully, today everyone seems to be understanding of the cuteness overload cats (or any animal baby, really) can cause; I need that with a partner. I also still have plushies as comfort animals and ideally, you do too.
Apparently in every relationship, one person is the stronger one. In the past, I have been with women who obviously were stronger than me, but that doesn't mean they always had to be strong, far from it. I certainly need to be able to feel protected, but it's not like I'm a particularly needy partner, like everyone, I have my ups and downs, but I can pull my weight and have been told by past partners that I am very caring and that they felt safe and understood with me, and providing that for my partner is really important for me as well.
Second, intimate compatibility. I am rather insatiable and love to experiment when it comes to the bedroom, so you should, too, in order that we can explore and enjoy together. I found out how fulfilling living out those fantasies can be after years of never being able to try and in a relationship, this kind of fulfillment for both partners is a must for me. I found the term 'filthy best friends and partners' to be a perfect description.
I'm looking for a balance between healthy independence and being emotionally present. A relationship where we 'get' each other; we're both each other's number one and treat each other like royalty. Where a disagreement leads to more intimacy between us as we understand better, not to resentment. Where we're comfortable baring our souls to each other, becoming a safe haven and secure base for each other. I don't like the modern notion that you 'should never feel too safe in a relationship' because that sounds like running from the mafia (and believe me, I love mafia movies); you should always put in effort, yes, but safety is one of the things I always want to experience and provide in a relationship. We shouldn't fear that a disagreement leads straight to breakup. I know ‘self-sufficiency’ is trending right now, but I feel like as partners, we’re partly responsible for each other and not our own but also each other’s happiness. Being dependant and dependable at the same time is important; making each other’s wellbeing a priority. If you’re not able to healthily depend on someone and their support while you’re having a hard time, look elsewhere. If I have to be afraid you’ll run at the first major problem that surfaces, even if it’s a ‘you’-problem, it’s not going to work. I think that all things can and need to be talked about. If you think ignoring someone for days is a form of communication, please look elsewhere.
I am looking for someone real. We all have our problems, I don't want or need a 'perfect' person. You don't have everything figured out or 'all your shit' together. Be imperfect. Admit when you feel sad and angry, lonely, hopeless or even helpless – it's all relatable. Don't hide it. Be quirky, be dorky, be witchy, opinionated, be yourself. Don't pretend.
I'm looking for someone to share romance with. Not great gestures, but small, meaningful ones. Poems for each other, expressing our feelings; cards with heartfelt messages that we put our perfume/cologne on, and a symbol that means something to us only, the print of your lips with lipstick, the way I sign and seal my letters for you.
Just as important to me is agreeing on living a healthy life, staying in shape both for ourselves and for each other, regularly working out and eating healthy. I am drug and disease-free and expect the same of you. I do drink as I love a good beer or glass of wine, rum or whiskey, but I've never really been drinking much and especially during the past year have further reduced it. One vice I have is that I enjoy a couple of cigars a year, but I can definitely accommodate you in this regard.
Another important point is aligned life goals: I value safety more than adventure. I want to build a home together with my partner, a safespace for the both of us, where we always feel loved and protected, a place that we create together, make it cozy together so we just love to get back home there wherever we might have been, a home we decorate together for Halloween (my favourite holiday) or Christmas or Springtime, as we live in tune with the seasons, enjoying nature on a walk or the rain outside, reading in our cozy home. I value stability and harmony.
Appearance-wise, I am into ladies on the smaller side), so I'm looking for someone petite/slim/skinny/healthy-fit. Likewise, I am not really muscular and don't have visible abs; like I said, I'm a runner, so if you're more into the gym-type, I'm not a good fit.
I’d prefer to move from text to voice calls, videochat and then meeting up, all of that rather sooner than later. Not that there’s a need to rush anything, but I’d rather see earlier if we’re compatible or not; as someone who catches feelings fast I need to protect myself.
Caveats
submitted by omegaMKXIII to ForeverAloneDating [link] [comments]
I am 186cm tall, slim/fit built, dark brown hair, brown eyes. Both my arms are tattooed (full sleeve), as are my calves and the areas above my ankles. Regarding pictures see below. I am a runner, training multiple times a week. I'm also vegan. My love languages are physical touch and words of affirmation. While I am mostly securely attached, withdrawing from me triggers anxiety and I have made a horrible experience with an avoidant partner in the past, so that is something I fear I cannot deal with again.
I am also an atheist.
I am a very warm, soft and sensitive person, I think I am humorous, I am self reflecting a lot and I can also be really passionate and romantic. Those are traits that also are really important to me in a woman.
I can be quite social, I am a good talker, but also love to listen to really get to know someone on a deeper level. I can enjoy an evening out with friends just as much as the silence of sitting at the shores of the river and watching the sunset in solitude (although I've been craving to watch it together with a partner for a really long time now). I can be out in a pub, at a rave, a metal show or at a football game and have the time of my life, but I cannot do these things every day; I need recharge time (on the sofa, in the woods for a run, a lazy Sunday staying in bed etc.). This should give you an idea; basically, I am a homebody that thoroughly enjoys going out in moderation.
I won't say too much about hobbies; suffice it to say I am into the dark, the obscure, the macabre, the occult, the mysterious, the erotic. It won't surprise you that I had a gothic phase in my youth, bonus points if you did too!
What I'm looking for
Although similar hobbies and interests are a plus, emotional and intimate compatibility are more important to me. I am a very sensitive and emotional person (I do cry easily and by this point I don't think I'll ever be able to change that, sorry), so if you're too, we will definitely understand each other. I need someone who I can open up to (which I do rather quickly, anyway), be myself, bare my soul to and I need these things from you, too. I've had my share of emotionally unavailable women who were afraid of intimacy so I know I can't deal with that again because of the way how those things affect me. I am always emotionally invested with the woman I pursue and in those cases that was to my detriment. But my ability to feel so deep is also something I wouldn't want to change because as of yet, although it's getting harder, I haven't given up on finding someone.
With those emotional needs come two requirements that I found to be vital over the years: First, being able to be silly and cutesy together and to accept each other's inner child and care for it. I am not talking about having to deal with another person's immaturity or inability to perform basic adult skills, rather with the way sadness, hurt, anxiety and being overwhelmed manifests for me (and maybe for you, too?). I need someone who is able to comfort me, to hold me, to allow me to be weak and needy for a while until I've calmed down, and I'm more than ready to offer the same. Your inner child can come out for a while, no problem (: Also in a positive way: Thankfully, today everyone seems to be understanding of the cuteness overload cats (or any animal baby, really) can cause; I need that with a partner. I also still have plushies as comfort animals and ideally, you do too.
Apparently in every relationship, one person is the stronger one. In the past, I have been with women who obviously were stronger than me, but that doesn't mean they always had to be strong, far from it. I certainly need to be able to feel protected, but it's not like I'm a particularly needy partner, like everyone, I have my ups and downs, but I can pull my weight and have been told by past partners that I am very caring and that they felt safe and understood with me, and providing that for my partner is really important for me as well.
Second, intimate compatibility. I am rather insatiable and love to experiment when it comes to the bedroom, so you should, too, in order that we can explore and enjoy together. I found out how fulfilling living out those fantasies can be after years of never being able to try and in a relationship, this kind of fulfillment for both partners is a must for me. I found the term 'filthy best friends and partners' to be a perfect description.
I'm looking for a balance between healthy independence and being emotionally present. A relationship where we 'get' each other; we're both each other's number one and treat each other like royalty. Where a disagreement leads to more intimacy between us as we understand better, not to resentment. Where we're comfortable baring our souls to each other, becoming a safe haven and secure base for each other. I don't like the modern notion that you 'should never feel too safe in a relationship' because that sounds like running from the mafia (and believe me, I love mafia movies); you should always put in effort, yes, but safety is one of the things I always want to experience and provide in a relationship. We shouldn't fear that a disagreement leads straight to breakup. I know ‘self-sufficiency’ is trending right now, but I feel like as partners, we’re partly responsible for each other and not our own but also each other’s happiness. Being dependant and dependable at the same time is important; making each other’s wellbeing a priority. If you’re not able to healthily depend on someone and their support while you’re having a hard time, look elsewhere. If I have to be afraid you’ll run at the first major problem that surfaces, even if it’s a ‘you’-problem, it’s not going to work. I think that all things can and need to be talked about. If you think ignoring someone for days is a form of communication, please look elsewhere.
I am looking for someone real. We all have our problems, I don't want or need a 'perfect' person. You don't have everything figured out or 'all your shit' together. Be imperfect. Admit when you feel sad and angry, lonely, hopeless or even helpless – it's all relatable. Don't hide it. Be quirky, be dorky, be witchy, opinionated, be yourself. Don't pretend.
I'm looking for someone to share romance with. Not great gestures, but small, meaningful ones. Poems for each other, expressing our feelings; cards with heartfelt messages that we put our perfume/cologne on, and a symbol that means something to us only, the print of your lips with lipstick, the way I sign and seal my letters for you.
Just as important to me is agreeing on living a healthy life, staying in shape both for ourselves and for each other, regularly working out and eating healthy. I am drug and disease-free and expect the same of you. I do drink as I love a good beer or glass of wine, rum or whiskey, but I've never really been drinking much and especially during the past year have further reduced it. One vice I have is that I enjoy a couple of cigars a year, but I can definitely accommodate you in this regard.
Another important point is aligned life goals: I value safety more than adventure. I want to build a home together with my partner, a safespace for the both of us, where we always feel loved and protected, a place that we create together, make it cozy together so we just love to get back home there wherever we might have been, a home we decorate together for Halloween (my favourite holiday) or Christmas or Springtime, as we live in tune with the seasons, enjoying nature on a walk or the rain outside, reading in our cozy home. I value stability and harmony.
Appearance-wise, I am into ladies on the smaller side), so I'm looking for someone petite/slim/skinny/healthy-fit. Likewise, I am not really muscular and don't have visible abs; like I said, I'm a runner, so if you're more into the gym-type, I'm not a good fit.
I’d prefer to move from text to voice calls, videochat and then meeting up, all of that rather sooner than later. Not that there’s a need to rush anything, but I’d rather see earlier if we’re compatible or not; as someone who catches feelings fast I need to protect myself.
Caveats
- I don't like travelling as it stresses me out; I don't mind being somewhere else for a week or two, but the organisation part of it drains my energy very quickly and dealing with stuff that doesn't work out is overwhelming to me. Smaller trips are ok, but I'm not the right person to travel the world with.
- I am not the most awake person in the morning (i.e. I identify as nightowl)
- I don't want children and had a vasectomy
- I need space for my own projects/time to recharge after social interaction.
- While I feel like I am in tune with my inner child and working on/with it through therapy, I realise this is something that could be a turn-off for people.
- I have been diagnosed with depressive episodes in the past and am taking anti-depressants right now. I realise that I am a work in progress, maybe more so than in times past, but I manage and the fact that I'm putting myself out here is based on me being ready to get to know someone new.
- I want to create a home together here, as I'm firmly rooted where I was born; I realise this is a lot to ask, but I have seen many people here being open to moving, so I want to at least try reaching out to them.
2024.05.16 10:27 omegaMKXIII 31 [M4F] Austria/Europe - Looking for my forever lady
General
I am looking for a lady between 28 and 35 years old, for a committed monogamous childfree relationship. My goal is to become a true team, supporting each other, caring for each other, nurturing each other and helping each other grow and realise our goals and dreams as much as possible. I'm hoping to find someone that values a relationship as much as I do and takes it seriously. It's not the only thing my life revolves around, but it's also not just something 'nice to have' for me.
I tried to be as concise as possible while still providing what details I think are crucial to know; I realise this post turned out very long, but I prefer those because I can get as good an idea as possible with detailed descriptions, bar actually talking to the person, and find that very valuable, so if that also applies to you, that would be awesome.
Basics
I am 186cm tall, slim/fit built, dark brown hair, brown eyes. Both my arms are tattooed (full sleeve), as are my calves and the areas above my ankles. Regarding pictures see below. I am a runner (ranging from 5k to full marathon), training multiple times a week. I'm also vegan. My love languages are physical touch and words of affirmation. While I am mostly securely attached, withdrawing from me triggers anxiety and I have made a horrible experience with a fearful avoidant partner in the past, so that is something I fear I cannot deal with again.
I am also an atheist.
I am a very warm, soft and sensitive person, I think I am humorous, I am self reflecting a lot and I can also be really passionate and romantic. Those are traits that also are really important to me in a woman.
I can be quite social, I am a good talker, but also love to listen to really get to know someone on a deeper level. I can enjoy an evening out with friends just as much as the silence of sitting at the shores of the river and watching the sunset in solitude (although I've been craving to watch it together with a partner for a really long time now). I can be out in a pub, at a rave, a metal show or in the stadium watching football and have the time of my life, but I cannot do these things every day; I need recharge time (on the sofa, in the woods for a run, a lazy Sunday staying in bed etc.). This should give you an idea; basically, I am a homebody that thoroughly enjoys going out in moderation.
I won't say too much about hobbies; suffice it to say I am into the dark, the obscure, the macabre, the occult, the mysterious, the erotic. It won't surprise you that I had a gothic phase in my youth, bonus points if you did too!
What I am looking for
Although similar hobbies and interests are a plus (and there have to be at least a couple things we have in common), emotional and sexual compatibility are more important to me. I am a very sensitive and emotional person (I do cry easily and by this point I don't think I'll ever be able to change that, sorry), so if you're too, we will definitely understand each other. I need someone who I can open up to (which I do rather quickly, anyway), be myself, bare my soul to and I need these things from you, too. I've had my share of emotionally unavailable women who were afraid of intimacy so I know I can't deal with that again because of the way how those things affect me. I am always emotionally invested with the woman I pursue and in those cases that was to my detriment. But my ability to feel so deep is also something I wouldn't want to change because as of yet, although it's getting harder, I haven't given up on finding someone.
With those emotional needs come two requirements that I found to be vital over the years: First, being able to be silly and cutesy together and to accept each other's inner child and care for it. I am not talking about having to deal with another person's immaturity or inability to perform basic adult skills, rather with the way sadness, hurt, anxiety and being overwhelmed manifests for me (and maybe for you, too?). I need someone who is able to comfort me, to hold me, to allow me to be weak and needy for a while until I've calmed down, and I'm more than ready to offer the same. Your inner child can come out for a while, no problem (: Also in a positive way: Thankfully, today everyone seems to be understanding of the cuteness overload cats (or any animal baby, really) can cause; I need that with a partner. I also still have plushies as comfort animals (some of which in quite a litteral sense as they make for really amazing pillows) and ideally, you do too.
There is a saying that in every relationship, one person is the stronger one. In the past, I have been with women who obviously were stronger than me, but that doesn't mean they always had to be strong, far from it. I certainly, like I said, need to be able to feel protected, but it's not like I'm a particularly needy partner, like everyone, I have my ups and downs, but I can pull my weight and have been told by past partners that I am very caring and that they felt safe and understood with me, and providing that for my partner is really important for me as well – this just to put the picture I'm (somewhat haphazardly) trying to paint into perspective.
Second, sexual compatibility. I have a high libido and I have kinks, so you should, too, in order that we can explore and enjoy them together. I found out how fulfilling living out those fantasies can be after years of never being able to try and in a relationship, sexual fulfillment for both partners is a must for me. Someone on here has coined the term 'filthy best friends and partners' which I have no shame to be stealing because it's such an apt description.
I'm looking for a balance between healthy independence and being emotionally present. A relationship where we 'get' each other; we're both each other's number one and treat each other like royalty. Where a disagreement leads to more intimacy between us as we understand better, not to resentment. Where we're comfortable baring our souls to each other, becoming a safe haven and secure base for each other. I don't like the modern notion that you 'should never feel too safe in a relationship' because that sounds like running from the mafia (and believe me, I love mafia movies); you should always put in effort, yes, but safety is one of the things I always want to experience and provide in a relationship. We shouldn't fear that a disagreement leads straight to breakup. I know ‘self-sufficiency’ is trending right now, but I feel like as partners, we’re partly responsible for each other and not our own but also each other’s happiness. Being dependant and dependable at the same time is important; making each other’s wellbeing a priority. I love the relationship model outlined in Stan Tatkin’s ‘Wired for Love’ and you should, too. If you’re not able to healthily depend on someone and their support while you’re having a hard time, look elsewhere. I know codependency is the latest thing everyone’s afraid of, but experiencing someone you’ve grown very attached to just bailing because they’re counterdependent and can’t stand working on themselves while simultaneously letting you in is something I’d rather not go through again. If I have to be afraid you’ll run at the first major problem that surfaces, even if it’s a ‘you’-problem, it’s not going to work. I think that all things can and need to be talked about. If you think ignoring someone for days is a form of communication, please look elsewhere. If you think’s it’s okay to lovebomb someone and then leave after a couple of months with the minimum amount of information and no proper conversation because you’re not ready to own up to what’s happening to you emotionally, please look elsewhere.
I am looking for someone real. We all have our problems, I don't want or need a 'perfect' person. You don't have everything figured out or 'all your shit' together. Be imperfect. Admit when you feel sad and angry, lonely, hopeless or even helpless – it's all relatable. Don't hide it. Be quirky, be dorky, be witchy, be opinionated, be yourself. Don't pretend.
I'm looking for someone to share romance with. Not great gestures, but small, meaningful ones. Poems for each other, expressing our feelings; cards with heartfelt messages that we put our perfume/cologne on, and a symbol that means something to us only, the print of your lips with lipstick, the way I sign and seal my letters for you.
Just as important to me is agreeing on living a healthy life, staying in shape both for ourselves and for each other, regularly working out and eating healthy. I am drug and disease-free and expect the same of you. I do drink as I love a good beer or glass of wine, rum or whiskey, but I've never really been drinking much and especially during the past year have further reduced it. One vice I have is that I enjoy a couple of cigars a year, but I can definitely accommodate you in this regard.
Another important point is aligned life goals: many childfree people seem to be adventurous, but that is a trait I don't associate with myself at all. I value safety more than adventure. I want to build a home together with my partner, a safespace for the both of us, where we always feel loved and protected, a place that we create together, make it cozy together so we just love to get back home there wherever we might have been, a home we decorate together for Halloween (my favourite holiday) or Christmas or Springtime, as we live in tune with the seasons, seeing them change around us, enjoying nature on a walk or the rain outside, reading in our cozy home. I value stability and harmony.
Appearance-wise, I am into ladies on the smaller side (albeit not regarding height), so I'm looking for someone petite/slim/skinny/healthy-fit. Likewise, I am not really muscular and don't have visible abs; like I said, I'm a runner, so if you're more into the gym-type, I'm not a good fit.
The natural progression for me would be to move from text to voice calls, videochat and then meeting up, all of that rather sooner than later. Not that there’s a need to rush anything, but having my heart broken because I already developed feelings due to a longer timeframe and then everything unexpectedly turning to shit is not something I want to have to live through again. I’d rather see earlier if we’re compatible or not; as someone who catches feelings fast I need to protect myself, I unfortunately had to learn that
Caveats/Possible red flags
submitted by omegaMKXIII to cf4cf [link] [comments]
I am looking for a lady between 28 and 35 years old, for a committed monogamous childfree relationship. My goal is to become a true team, supporting each other, caring for each other, nurturing each other and helping each other grow and realise our goals and dreams as much as possible. I'm hoping to find someone that values a relationship as much as I do and takes it seriously. It's not the only thing my life revolves around, but it's also not just something 'nice to have' for me.
I tried to be as concise as possible while still providing what details I think are crucial to know; I realise this post turned out very long, but I prefer those because I can get as good an idea as possible with detailed descriptions, bar actually talking to the person, and find that very valuable, so if that also applies to you, that would be awesome.
Basics
I am 186cm tall, slim/fit built, dark brown hair, brown eyes. Both my arms are tattooed (full sleeve), as are my calves and the areas above my ankles. Regarding pictures see below. I am a runner (ranging from 5k to full marathon), training multiple times a week. I'm also vegan. My love languages are physical touch and words of affirmation. While I am mostly securely attached, withdrawing from me triggers anxiety and I have made a horrible experience with a fearful avoidant partner in the past, so that is something I fear I cannot deal with again.
I am also an atheist.
I am a very warm, soft and sensitive person, I think I am humorous, I am self reflecting a lot and I can also be really passionate and romantic. Those are traits that also are really important to me in a woman.
I can be quite social, I am a good talker, but also love to listen to really get to know someone on a deeper level. I can enjoy an evening out with friends just as much as the silence of sitting at the shores of the river and watching the sunset in solitude (although I've been craving to watch it together with a partner for a really long time now). I can be out in a pub, at a rave, a metal show or in the stadium watching football and have the time of my life, but I cannot do these things every day; I need recharge time (on the sofa, in the woods for a run, a lazy Sunday staying in bed etc.). This should give you an idea; basically, I am a homebody that thoroughly enjoys going out in moderation.
I won't say too much about hobbies; suffice it to say I am into the dark, the obscure, the macabre, the occult, the mysterious, the erotic. It won't surprise you that I had a gothic phase in my youth, bonus points if you did too!
What I am looking for
Although similar hobbies and interests are a plus (and there have to be at least a couple things we have in common), emotional and sexual compatibility are more important to me. I am a very sensitive and emotional person (I do cry easily and by this point I don't think I'll ever be able to change that, sorry), so if you're too, we will definitely understand each other. I need someone who I can open up to (which I do rather quickly, anyway), be myself, bare my soul to and I need these things from you, too. I've had my share of emotionally unavailable women who were afraid of intimacy so I know I can't deal with that again because of the way how those things affect me. I am always emotionally invested with the woman I pursue and in those cases that was to my detriment. But my ability to feel so deep is also something I wouldn't want to change because as of yet, although it's getting harder, I haven't given up on finding someone.
With those emotional needs come two requirements that I found to be vital over the years: First, being able to be silly and cutesy together and to accept each other's inner child and care for it. I am not talking about having to deal with another person's immaturity or inability to perform basic adult skills, rather with the way sadness, hurt, anxiety and being overwhelmed manifests for me (and maybe for you, too?). I need someone who is able to comfort me, to hold me, to allow me to be weak and needy for a while until I've calmed down, and I'm more than ready to offer the same. Your inner child can come out for a while, no problem (: Also in a positive way: Thankfully, today everyone seems to be understanding of the cuteness overload cats (or any animal baby, really) can cause; I need that with a partner. I also still have plushies as comfort animals (some of which in quite a litteral sense as they make for really amazing pillows) and ideally, you do too.
There is a saying that in every relationship, one person is the stronger one. In the past, I have been with women who obviously were stronger than me, but that doesn't mean they always had to be strong, far from it. I certainly, like I said, need to be able to feel protected, but it's not like I'm a particularly needy partner, like everyone, I have my ups and downs, but I can pull my weight and have been told by past partners that I am very caring and that they felt safe and understood with me, and providing that for my partner is really important for me as well – this just to put the picture I'm (somewhat haphazardly) trying to paint into perspective.
Second, sexual compatibility. I have a high libido and I have kinks, so you should, too, in order that we can explore and enjoy them together. I found out how fulfilling living out those fantasies can be after years of never being able to try and in a relationship, sexual fulfillment for both partners is a must for me. Someone on here has coined the term 'filthy best friends and partners' which I have no shame to be stealing because it's such an apt description.
I'm looking for a balance between healthy independence and being emotionally present. A relationship where we 'get' each other; we're both each other's number one and treat each other like royalty. Where a disagreement leads to more intimacy between us as we understand better, not to resentment. Where we're comfortable baring our souls to each other, becoming a safe haven and secure base for each other. I don't like the modern notion that you 'should never feel too safe in a relationship' because that sounds like running from the mafia (and believe me, I love mafia movies); you should always put in effort, yes, but safety is one of the things I always want to experience and provide in a relationship. We shouldn't fear that a disagreement leads straight to breakup. I know ‘self-sufficiency’ is trending right now, but I feel like as partners, we’re partly responsible for each other and not our own but also each other’s happiness. Being dependant and dependable at the same time is important; making each other’s wellbeing a priority. I love the relationship model outlined in Stan Tatkin’s ‘Wired for Love’ and you should, too. If you’re not able to healthily depend on someone and their support while you’re having a hard time, look elsewhere. I know codependency is the latest thing everyone’s afraid of, but experiencing someone you’ve grown very attached to just bailing because they’re counterdependent and can’t stand working on themselves while simultaneously letting you in is something I’d rather not go through again. If I have to be afraid you’ll run at the first major problem that surfaces, even if it’s a ‘you’-problem, it’s not going to work. I think that all things can and need to be talked about. If you think ignoring someone for days is a form of communication, please look elsewhere. If you think’s it’s okay to lovebomb someone and then leave after a couple of months with the minimum amount of information and no proper conversation because you’re not ready to own up to what’s happening to you emotionally, please look elsewhere.
I am looking for someone real. We all have our problems, I don't want or need a 'perfect' person. You don't have everything figured out or 'all your shit' together. Be imperfect. Admit when you feel sad and angry, lonely, hopeless or even helpless – it's all relatable. Don't hide it. Be quirky, be dorky, be witchy, be opinionated, be yourself. Don't pretend.
I'm looking for someone to share romance with. Not great gestures, but small, meaningful ones. Poems for each other, expressing our feelings; cards with heartfelt messages that we put our perfume/cologne on, and a symbol that means something to us only, the print of your lips with lipstick, the way I sign and seal my letters for you.
Just as important to me is agreeing on living a healthy life, staying in shape both for ourselves and for each other, regularly working out and eating healthy. I am drug and disease-free and expect the same of you. I do drink as I love a good beer or glass of wine, rum or whiskey, but I've never really been drinking much and especially during the past year have further reduced it. One vice I have is that I enjoy a couple of cigars a year, but I can definitely accommodate you in this regard.
Another important point is aligned life goals: many childfree people seem to be adventurous, but that is a trait I don't associate with myself at all. I value safety more than adventure. I want to build a home together with my partner, a safespace for the both of us, where we always feel loved and protected, a place that we create together, make it cozy together so we just love to get back home there wherever we might have been, a home we decorate together for Halloween (my favourite holiday) or Christmas or Springtime, as we live in tune with the seasons, seeing them change around us, enjoying nature on a walk or the rain outside, reading in our cozy home. I value stability and harmony.
Appearance-wise, I am into ladies on the smaller side (albeit not regarding height), so I'm looking for someone petite/slim/skinny/healthy-fit. Likewise, I am not really muscular and don't have visible abs; like I said, I'm a runner, so if you're more into the gym-type, I'm not a good fit.
The natural progression for me would be to move from text to voice calls, videochat and then meeting up, all of that rather sooner than later. Not that there’s a need to rush anything, but having my heart broken because I already developed feelings due to a longer timeframe and then everything unexpectedly turning to shit is not something I want to have to live through again. I’d rather see earlier if we’re compatible or not; as someone who catches feelings fast I need to protect myself, I unfortunately had to learn that
Caveats/Possible red flags
- I don't like travelling as it stresses me out; I don't mind being somewhere else for a week or two, but the organisation part of it drains my energy very quickly and dealing with stuff that doesn't work out is overwhelming to me. Smaller trips are ok, but I'm not the right person to travel the world with.
- I am not the most awake person in the morning (i.e. I identify as nightowl)
- I need space for my own projects/time to recharge after social interaction.
- While I feel like I am in tune with my inner child and working on/with it through therapy, I realise this is something that could be a turn-off for people.
- I have been diagnosed with depressive episodes in the past and am taking anti-depressants right now. I realise that I am a work in progress, maybe more so than in times past, but I manage and the fact that I'm putting myself out here is based on me being ready to get to know someone new.
- I want to create a home together here, as I'm firmly rooted where I was born; I realise this is a lot to ask, but I have seen many people here being open to moving, so I want to at least try reaching out to them.
2024.05.15 23:24 No_Reading3992 This weird thing that I do and have been doing for about 2 years now
So I (m28) have been married to my beautiful wife (f28) for a little over 2 and a half years or 3 years in October. She is the love of my life we have been actually dating since we were 19. But we got married in October of 2021 and we planned getting married around a certain promotion I was planning on getting at work and yeah it lined up. Since being married for some reason I have really felt the pain of losing my mom. I lost my mom when I was 23 to a rare form of blood cancer. It was really strange. It happened so fast she was fine at thanksgiving dinner and then she collapsed a couple days later and we dead not long after new years. My family grieved so hard especially my dad. I had 1 more semester at college but dropped out to come stay with him and help him. My sister also who is 7 years older than me was really grieving. I for sure grieved the experience. My mom was my favorite person in the world. She was the person who gave me warmth and comfort. My dad could be a hard ass. My mom was so warm and loving to me. but I had to finish college and start my career. I have essentially been working my ass off since then.
But settling into my promotion it’s not that I’m not working as hard but my job is a lot more structured and I have a set schedule. I make enough money to right now at the time my wife just has a part time job. You can judge if you want but we always wanted her to not have to work. She has a part time job working with animals which is her passion.
But for the weird part of the story. I work Monday through Thursday my schedule is 6:30 am to 5 pm. That is my schedule every Week. My wife thinks my schedule is that plus Friday 8/2. The reason for that is. I wake up at 7:15 every Friday morning I get ready like I’m going to work and I go and get breakfast alone at this place that was my moms favorite breakfast place and then I hit various retail stores that my mom took me when I was a kid. Such as hobby lobby, Home goods, Joanne’s fabrics and during Halloween time spirit Halloween and party city. It’s really weird. I don’t usually even buy anything but when I go into those places it transports me back to the times in which I was little and would go in these places with my mom. I especially love it in the fall time as that was her favorite and Christmas time as she loved those decorations. I have been doing that for almost 2 years now every Friday. It’s so weird I know. But we live in the same exact town we grew up in my wife and I. We want to be around our family while they are still here so these places I go into are the same exact places and i get such vivid nostalgia and memories. I don’t tell my wife because I’m a man idk. I know I should think differently and I know she wouldn’t judge me but I like that it’s my own thing. But lying is wrong.
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But settling into my promotion it’s not that I’m not working as hard but my job is a lot more structured and I have a set schedule. I make enough money to right now at the time my wife just has a part time job. You can judge if you want but we always wanted her to not have to work. She has a part time job working with animals which is her passion.
But for the weird part of the story. I work Monday through Thursday my schedule is 6:30 am to 5 pm. That is my schedule every Week. My wife thinks my schedule is that plus Friday 8/2. The reason for that is. I wake up at 7:15 every Friday morning I get ready like I’m going to work and I go and get breakfast alone at this place that was my moms favorite breakfast place and then I hit various retail stores that my mom took me when I was a kid. Such as hobby lobby, Home goods, Joanne’s fabrics and during Halloween time spirit Halloween and party city. It’s really weird. I don’t usually even buy anything but when I go into those places it transports me back to the times in which I was little and would go in these places with my mom. I especially love it in the fall time as that was her favorite and Christmas time as she loved those decorations. I have been doing that for almost 2 years now every Friday. It’s so weird I know. But we live in the same exact town we grew up in my wife and I. We want to be around our family while they are still here so these places I go into are the same exact places and i get such vivid nostalgia and memories. I don’t tell my wife because I’m a man idk. I know I should think differently and I know she wouldn’t judge me but I like that it’s my own thing. But lying is wrong.
2024.05.15 16:50 danniparanormal My mom makes me super anxious
This is something I've been dealing with for awhile now, and it is only getting worse as my mom gets older. I'll have to give you a little bit of background information so you get the full context of the situation. In no way is the post bashing religion or any individual's personal beliefs.
My mom is a very religious woman who has been a Christian her whole life. She went to Catholic school for a time when she was younger, and she even had some problems there because Catholicism and Christianity don't line up exactly. I don't recall her ever mentioning going to church with her family when she was younger, but their family was a Christian family. When my mom married my dad, she became Presbyterian and from a young age, I recall going to the Presbyterian church with my family, a church I had no problems with. When my parents divorced, we stopped going to that church and my uncle got my mom to come to the Baptist church. Here's where the problems begin.
For one thing, I was terrified of this church from the first time we went. This was so different from the Presbyterian church. The Baptist preacher screamed and yelled at the pulpit, said you were going to hell for this thing and that, talked about how the devil had a hand in our lives that we didn't even realize (like telling lies, not going to church, being late to church, working too much etc). I was still really young and impressionable, and I was also young enough that I could get away with staying in the nursery for most of the sermons. So any chance I got, I was in the nursery because I was afraid. But sometimes, the nursery wasn't available, or the nursery lady wasn't there, or my mom would make me come in with her or the pastor would have all the kids come to the sermons anyway.
My mom went any time she could to this church, but since the divorce, she had to work a lot more, so we couldn't always make it. She had 2 kids to support. But that didn't stop the pastor from having conversations with her about how the devil was making her work when she should be at church. And my mom took this pretty seriously. So she tried to be there as much as possible. I won't get into how bad the church actually got, because this is about how my mom makes me anxious.
My mom would often reference things the pastor said in church. And she'd often be talking to me when she did so. And soon it would evolve into talking about the rapture or 'end of times. ' As she's gotten older is gotten worse and this is a topic that makes me especially anxious. She says she just wants me to 'be prepared' and stuff. Since her diagnosis of kidney disease, it's escalated even more. Every event, every storm is a sign of the end times now and she tells me all about it. I've tried over and over to tell her how much anxiety it causes me to talk about the end of the world, but she gets mad at me for either saying 'she's not allowed to talk about what's on her mind' or that I'm 'burying my head in the sand.' We can never agree on a neutral topic to talk about, because the only other thing she wants to talk about is politics, which I hate. I'm 32 years old now and she's still trying to tell me what to do; go to church, read my Bible, get rid of your Halloween decorations (i love Halloween and have them up year round, they make me happy) become a nurse, go back to school, etc. I know some of it is just regular mom shit, but why is my mom obsessed with the end of the world? How do I tell her to stop this one and for all? I love her and I need her in my life, but I need my actual mom, not this fearmongerer.
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My mom is a very religious woman who has been a Christian her whole life. She went to Catholic school for a time when she was younger, and she even had some problems there because Catholicism and Christianity don't line up exactly. I don't recall her ever mentioning going to church with her family when she was younger, but their family was a Christian family. When my mom married my dad, she became Presbyterian and from a young age, I recall going to the Presbyterian church with my family, a church I had no problems with. When my parents divorced, we stopped going to that church and my uncle got my mom to come to the Baptist church. Here's where the problems begin.
For one thing, I was terrified of this church from the first time we went. This was so different from the Presbyterian church. The Baptist preacher screamed and yelled at the pulpit, said you were going to hell for this thing and that, talked about how the devil had a hand in our lives that we didn't even realize (like telling lies, not going to church, being late to church, working too much etc). I was still really young and impressionable, and I was also young enough that I could get away with staying in the nursery for most of the sermons. So any chance I got, I was in the nursery because I was afraid. But sometimes, the nursery wasn't available, or the nursery lady wasn't there, or my mom would make me come in with her or the pastor would have all the kids come to the sermons anyway.
My mom went any time she could to this church, but since the divorce, she had to work a lot more, so we couldn't always make it. She had 2 kids to support. But that didn't stop the pastor from having conversations with her about how the devil was making her work when she should be at church. And my mom took this pretty seriously. So she tried to be there as much as possible. I won't get into how bad the church actually got, because this is about how my mom makes me anxious.
My mom would often reference things the pastor said in church. And she'd often be talking to me when she did so. And soon it would evolve into talking about the rapture or 'end of times. ' As she's gotten older is gotten worse and this is a topic that makes me especially anxious. She says she just wants me to 'be prepared' and stuff. Since her diagnosis of kidney disease, it's escalated even more. Every event, every storm is a sign of the end times now and she tells me all about it. I've tried over and over to tell her how much anxiety it causes me to talk about the end of the world, but she gets mad at me for either saying 'she's not allowed to talk about what's on her mind' or that I'm 'burying my head in the sand.' We can never agree on a neutral topic to talk about, because the only other thing she wants to talk about is politics, which I hate. I'm 32 years old now and she's still trying to tell me what to do; go to church, read my Bible, get rid of your Halloween decorations (i love Halloween and have them up year round, they make me happy) become a nurse, go back to school, etc. I know some of it is just regular mom shit, but why is my mom obsessed with the end of the world? How do I tell her to stop this one and for all? I love her and I need her in my life, but I need my actual mom, not this fearmongerer.
2024.05.15 09:11 Sweet-Count2557 15 Things to Do on a New Paltz Family Day Trip
 | 15 Things to Do on a New Paltz Family Day Trip Are you looking for a perfect family day trip destination near New York City? Well, you might be surprised to learn that New Paltz, located just 90 miles north of the bustling city, offers a plethora of activities for the whole family to enjoy.From picturesque hiking trails to fascinating museums, this charming town has something for everyone.So, whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, history buff, or simply looking to indulge in delicious food, join us as we uncover the 15 things you can do on a New Paltz family day trip.Trust us, you won't want to miss out on the exciting options that await you!Key TakeawaysOutdoor activities in New Paltz include hiking, rock climbing, biking, and canoeing/kayaking.There are various indoor activities such as visiting museums, attending performances, and playing at indoor parks.Educational activities include visiting art museums, learning about history, and exploring science centers.Families can enjoy dining at family-friendly restaurants, visiting parks and playgrounds, and exploring farms in the area.Outdoor ActivitiesWhen it comes to outdoor activities in New Paltz, there's no shortage of options for adventure and exploration. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, making it the perfect destination for hiking and rock climbing enthusiasts.New Paltz is home to numerous hiking trails that cater to all skill levels, offering breathtaking views and the opportunity to connect with nature. One popular hiking destination is the Mohonk Preserve, which boasts over 8,000 acres of stunning scenery. Here, you can choose from a variety of trails that wind through forests, meadows, and along the Shawangunk Ridge. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced hiker, there's a trail for everyone to enjoy.For those seeking a more adrenaline-fueled adventure, rock climbing at The Gunks is a must. The Shawangunk Mountains are renowned for their world-class rock climbing routes, attracting climbers from all over the world. With its challenging cliffs and unique rock formations, The Gunks offer an exhilarating experience for climbers of all levels.Whether you're a nature lover or an adrenaline junkie, New Paltz has something to offer for everyone. The hiking trails and rock climbing opportunities in the area are unparalleled, providing endless possibilities for outdoor exploration. So, grab your hiking boots and harness, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure in the heart of New Paltz.Indoor ActivitiesIndoor activities in New Paltz offer a diverse range of options for families looking to escape the elements and enjoy some quality time together. Whether you're looking for a little friendly competition or a chance to unleash your creativity, there's something for everyone.For those who love a good challenge, there are plenty of indoor games to keep you entertained. Head to the local arcade and try your hand at classic games like skee-ball and air hockey. Or, if you're feeling a bit more adventurous, check out the escape room where you can put your problem-solving skills to the test. With a variety of themes and difficulty levels, it's sure to be a thrilling experience for the whole family.If you're in the mood for something a bit more hands-on, why not try a creative workshop? There are several places in New Paltz where you can learn a new skill or craft. From pottery classes to painting workshops, there's no shortage of opportunities to let your imagination run wild. Not only will you have a blast creating something unique, but you'll also have a special keepsake to take home with you.No matter what your interests may be, New Paltz has plenty of indoor activities to keep you entertained. So, why not gather the family and escape the elements for a day of fun and adventure? Whether you're competing in indoor games or getting creative in a workshop, you're sure to make memories that will last a lifetime.Educational ActivitiesNew Paltz offers a wide range of educational activities that will engage and inspire the whole family. Here are three hands-on workshops and interactive exhibits that are sure to captivate your curiosity and expand your knowledge:The Dorsky Museum of Art: Step into a world of artistic expression as you explore the thought-provoking exhibits at the Dorsky Museum. From contemporary installations to classic masterpieces, this museum showcases a diverse collection that will ignite your imagination. Engage in interactive workshops where you can create your own artwork and experiment with different mediums.The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art: Located on the SUNY New Paltz campus, the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of contemporary art. Immerse yourself in thought-provoking exhibits that challenge societal norms and spark conversations. Participate in hands-on workshops led by professional artists, where you can learn new techniques and unleash your creative potential.The Science Discovery Center: Embark on a journey of scientific exploration at the Science Discovery Center. Engage with interactive exhibits that bring the wonders of science to life. From experimenting with electricity to exploring the mysteries of the natural world, this center offers a captivating experience for all ages. Participate in hands-on workshops where you can conduct experiments and discover the scientific principles that shape our world.As you embark on your New Paltz family day trip, these educational activities won't only provide valuable learning experiences but also foster a sense of wonder and curiosity. So, embrace the freedom to explore, discover, and expand your knowledge as you engage with these immersive hands-on workshops and interactive exhibits.Family-Friendly RestaurantsLet's dive into the delicious world of family-friendly restaurants in New Paltz, where you can indulge in mouthwatering meals that cater to all tastes and preferences. New Paltz is home to some of the best family-friendly restaurants, offering a wide range of cuisines that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Whether you're craving Italian, Mexican, or just a good old-fashioned burger, the restaurants in New Paltz have got you covered. Here are some of the top places to eat with kids in New Paltz:RestaurantCuisineHighlightsMain Course Catering & RestaurantAmericanOffers a kids' menu with options for all agesP&G's RestaurantItalianWood-fired pizza that will leave you craving for moreMexicali BlueMexicanColorful and flavorful dishes that kids will loveMoriello's GelatoDessertsHomemade gelato that will satisfy your sweet toothMain Course Catering & Restaurant is a popular choice for families, with its diverse menu that includes everything from burgers and sandwiches to pasta and seafood. They even have a kids' menu with options that will please even the pickiest eaters.If you're in the mood for some authentic Italian cuisine, P&G's Restaurant is the place to be. Their wood-fired pizza is a favorite among locals, and their pasta dishes are cooked to perfection.For a taste of Mexico, head to Mexicali Blue. Their colorful and flavorful dishes will transport you straight to Mexico, and they offer a variety of options for kids.And of course, no family day trip is complete without dessert. Stop by Moriello's Gelato for some homemade gelato that will satisfy your sweet tooth. With a wide range of flavors to choose from, there's something for everyone.These are just a few of the best family-friendly restaurants in New Paltz. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a sit-down meal, you're sure to find something that the whole family will enjoy.Parks and PlaygroundsAs we continue our exploration of family-friendly activities in New Paltz, let's venture into the world of outdoor fun and discover the parks and playgrounds that offer endless adventures for kids of all ages. New Paltz is home to some of the best parks for picnics and family-friendly playgrounds. Here are three must-visit outdoor destinations that will provide a sense of freedom and joy for the whole family:Hasbrouck Park: This park is a perfect spot for a family picnic. Spread out your blanket on the lush green grass and enjoy a delicious meal while surrounded by the beauty of nature. The playground in Hasbrouck Park offers a variety of equipment for kids to climb, slide, and swing, ensuring hours of fun and excitement.Sojourner Truth Park: With its basketball court and picnic area, Sojourner Truth Park is a fantastic place for families to gather and enjoy outdoor activities. Let the kids shoot some hoops while you relax and soak up the sun. Pack some snacks and have a delightful picnic in the shaded picnic area, creating lasting memories together.Nyquist-Harcourt Wildlife Sanctuary: For a peaceful and serene picnic experience, head to the Nyquist-Harcourt Wildlife Sanctuary. This hidden gem is a haven for nature lovers and families alike. With its beautiful trails, lush greenery, and abundant wildlife, it offers the perfect backdrop for a relaxing picnic. Let the kids explore the surroundings and discover the wonders of the natural world.New Paltz's parks and playgrounds provide a sense of freedom and adventure for families seeking outdoor fun. Whether you're enjoying a picnic, playing on the playground, or simply exploring the beauty of nature, these destinations offer endless opportunities for family bonding and creating cherished memories. So grab your picnic basket, gather the family, and embark on an exciting day of outdoor exploration in New Paltz.Family-Friendly FarmsFamily-Friendly Farms in New Paltz offer a unique and educational experience for families looking to connect with nature and learn about farm life. These farms provide a variety of family-friendly farm activities that are both fun and educational.One popular activity is visiting farm petting zoos, where children can interact with and learn about different farm animals. At Kelder's Farm, families can enjoy a petting zoo experience like no other. You can pet and feed a wide range of animals, including goats, sheep, pigs, and even llamas. Kids will love getting up close and personal with these friendly animals, and it's a great opportunity for them to learn about animal care and farm life.Saunderskill Farms is another great option for families looking for a farm experience. In addition to their fresh produce and baked goods, they also have a petting zoo where kids can meet and greet farm animals. From chickens and ducks to rabbits and goats, children can learn about different animal species and their roles on the farm.Apple Hill Farm is a must-visit for families interested in learning about farm animals. They offer guided tours where kids can see cows, horses, pigs, and more. The knowledgeable staff will explain the importance of each animal and how they contribute to the farm's operations.Family-friendly farms in New Paltz provide a hands-on experience that allows children to learn about farm life in a fun and engaging way. Whether it's petting and feeding animals at a farm petting zoo or taking a guided tour to learn about different farm animals, these activities are sure to create lasting memories for the whole family.Family-Friendly EventsAfter exploring the family-friendly farms in New Paltz and learning about farm life, it's time to discover the exciting and entertaining world of family-friendly events in this vibrant town. New Paltz offers a variety of events that are perfect for the whole family. Here are three events that are sure to evoke joy and create lasting memories:New Paltz Regatta and Rubber Duck Race: Join in the fun at the annual New Paltz Regatta and Rubber Duck Race. Watch as colorful rubber ducks race down the Wallkill River, and cheer for your favorite as they compete for the finish line. This event is filled with laughter, excitement, and friendly competition.New Paltz Winter Carnival: Embrace the winter season at the New Paltz Winter Carnival. This event features a range of activities for all ages, including ice skating, sledding, snowman building, and even a snowball fight. Warm up with hot cocoa and enjoy the festive atmosphere as you make memories with your loved ones.New Paltz Halloween Parade: Get into the spirit of Halloween at the New Paltz Halloween Parade. Dress up in your favorite costume and join the community in a lively parade filled with music, dancing, and plenty of candy. This event is perfect for families who love the thrill of Halloween and want to celebrate together.These family-friendly events in New Paltz provide an opportunity to bond with loved ones, embrace the joy of community, and create cherished memories. Whether it's cheering on rubber ducks, enjoying winter activities, or celebrating Halloween, these events offer something for everyone.Historical SitesNew Paltz is home to a rich tapestry of historical sites that offer a glimpse into the town's fascinating past. From the Huguenot Street Historic District to the Deyo House Historic Site, there are many places to explore and learn about the town's history. Take a step back in time with historical walking tours and immerse yourself in the past with historical reenactments.Here is a table showcasing some of the historical sites in New Paltz:Historical SitesDescriptionHuguenot Street Historic DistrictA National Historic Landmark that preserves the unique history and culture of the Huguenots who settled in New Paltz in the 17th century.Deyo House Historic SiteExplore this historic house museum that showcases the lifestyle of a wealthy 19th-century family in New Paltz.Historic Huguenot Street CemeteryDiscover the final resting place of the Huguenot settlers and learn about their lives and contributions.Historical walking tours provide a great opportunity to explore these sites and gain a deeper understanding of New Paltz's history. Knowledgeable guides will lead you through the streets, sharing interesting anecdotes and stories along the way. You'll feel as if you've traveled back in time as you walk in the footsteps of those who came before.For an even more immersive experience, don't miss the chance to witness historical reenactments. These events bring history to life as actors dress in period costumes and recreate significant moments from New Paltz's past. Whether it's a battle reenactment or a colonial market, you'll be transported to a different time and gain a newfound appreciation for the town's history.New Paltz's historical sites offer a window into the past and provide a unique and educational experience for the whole family. So, grab your walking shoes and prepare to be captivated by the rich history that awaits you in this charming town.Nature CentersAs we continue our exploration of New Paltz, let's now turn our attention to the fascinating world of nature centers. These centers offer a unique opportunity to connect with nature, learn about wildlife, and engage in hands-on activities.Here are three exciting nature center activities that are sure to captivate the whole family:Wildlife Education Programs: Immerse yourself in the wonders of the natural world through engaging wildlife education programs. From interactive exhibits to live animal presentations, these programs provide a chance to learn about local ecosystems, animal behavior, and conservation efforts. Get up close and personal with fascinating creatures and gain a deeper appreciation for the delicate balance of our planet's biodiversity.Guided Nature Walks: Embark on a guided nature walk led by knowledgeable naturalists who'll introduce you to the diverse flora and fauna of the region. Explore scenic trails while learning about the unique features of the local ecosystem. Observe birds in their natural habitats, identify different plant species, and discover the hidden wonders of the natural world. These walks offer a chance to reconnect with nature and experience the serenity of the great outdoors.Nature-themed Workshops: Participate in nature-themed workshops that foster creativity and appreciation for the environment. From art classes inspired by the beauty of nature to hands-on activities focused on sustainability, these workshops provide an opportunity to learn new skills while deepening your connection with the natural world. Engage in eco-friendly crafts, explore nature-inspired photography, or try your hand at creating nature journals. These workshops are a perfect blend of education and fun.Nature centers offer a wealth of opportunities to learn, explore, and connect with the natural world. Engage in wildlife education programs, join guided nature walks, and participate in nature-themed workshops to create lasting memories and foster a sense of wonder and appreciation for our planet's incredible biodiversity.Water ActivitiesTo make the most of your family trip to New Paltz, immerse yourselves in a world of water activities that offer fun and adventure for everyone.New Paltz is surrounded by beautiful bodies of water, providing plenty of opportunities for water sports and boat tours.If you're looking for some excitement, try your hand at water sports on the Hudson River. You can rent paddleboards or kayaks and explore the scenic river at your own pace. Feel the rush as you paddle through the gentle currents and take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.For a more relaxing experience, consider taking a boat tour on the Hudson River. Hop aboard a comfortable vessel and let the knowledgeable guides show you the sights. Cruise along the river while learning about the history and wildlife of the area. Keep your eyes peeled for bald eagles soaring above and maybe even catch a glimpse of a playful seal.No matter which water activity you choose, be sure to pack sunscreen, towels, and a sense of adventure. Remember to stay hydrated and respect the environment by practicing responsible water sports and leaving no trace behind.Arts and CraftsLooking to unleash your creativity and explore the world of arts and crafts in New Paltz? You're in luck! This vibrant town offers a variety of opportunities for art workshops and handmade crafts that will inspire and delight. Here are three exciting options to consider:Mud and Fire Pottery Studio: Step into the world of pottery and get your hands dirty at Mud and Fire Pottery Studio. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, their pottery classes cater to all skill levels. Learn the art of throwing clay on a wheel, hand-building techniques, or glazing and firing your creations. The studio provides a supportive and encouraging environment where you can let your imagination run wild and create unique, one-of-a-kind pieces.Fiber Flame Studio: If textile arts are more your style, then Fiber Flame Studio is the place to be. This cozy and inviting studio offers a wide range of classes and workshops, including fiber arts, mixed media, and collage. Dive into the world of fabric, yarn, and paper as you explore various techniques such as weaving, knitting, and needle felting. Let your creativity flow as you create beautiful and intricate pieces that reflect your personal style.Wallkill River School of Art: Immerse yourself in the world of painting at the Wallkill River School of Art. This art school and gallery offers a variety of painting classes for all ages and skill levels. From acrylics to watercolors, landscapes to portraits, there's something for everyone. Learn from experienced instructors who'll guide you through the process, helping you develop your skills and unleash your artistic potential. Whether you're a seasoned painter or just starting out, the Wallkill River School of Art is the perfect place to express yourself and create masterpieces.With these art workshops and handmade crafts, New Paltz provides the perfect opportunity to explore your creative side. Let your imagination soar as you engage in these artistic endeavors and discover the freedom of self-expression. Whether you choose pottery, textile arts, or painting, you're sure to have an unforgettable experience that will leave you inspired and fulfilled.Sports and RecreationNew Paltz offers a wide range of exciting sports and recreational activities that are sure to keep the whole family entertained and active. Whether you're looking for outdoor adventures or indoor fun, there's something for everyone in this vibrant town.For those who enjoy outdoor activities, New Paltz is a paradise. You can explore the numerous hiking trails in Mohonk Preserve, where breathtaking views and serene nature await. If rock climbing is your thing, head to The Gunks, a world-renowned climbing destination. Biking enthusiasts can pedal along the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail, while water lovers can canoe or kayak on the Hudson River.If you prefer indoor activities, there are plenty of options as well. Visit the Children's Museum of the Hudson Valley, where kids can learn and play at the same time. Explore the Historic Huguenot Street, a living museum that takes you back in time. You can also catch a performance at the McKenna Theatre or bounce around at the indoor trampoline park, Bounce!New Paltz is also home to family-friendly sports facilities. Play a round of mini-golf at the Apple Greens Golf Course or try horseback riding at the Payne Farm Too. The SUNY New Paltz Tennis Courts are perfect for a friendly game of tennis, and the New Paltz Golf Course offers a beautiful setting for a round of golf. If you're visiting during the colder months, don't miss the opportunity to go ice skating at the Kiwanis Ice Arena.No matter what your interests are, New Paltz has something for everyone. So gather your family and get ready for a day filled with excitement and adventure in this charming town.Day TripsEmbark on a day trip from New Paltz and immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of the surrounding areas. There are plenty of nearby towns to explore, each offering its own unique attractions and landmarks. Here are three options that are sure to evoke a sense of adventure and freedom:Visit the Walkway Over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie: Take a stroll across the longest elevated pedestrian bridge in the world and soak in breathtaking views of the Hudson River and surrounding landscapes. Feel the wind in your hair as you walk along the expansive bridge, enjoying the freedom of being suspended high above the water.Explore the Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz: Step back in time as you explore this historic Victorian castle nestled in the heart of the Shawangunk Mountains. Wander through lush gardens, hike scenic trails, or relax by the lake. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area and revel in the freedom of being surrounded by nature.Discover the Storm King Art Center in New Windsor: Lose yourself in the vast outdoor sculpture park that spans over 500 acres of rolling hills and fields. Marvel at the impressive collection of large-scale sculptures by renowned artists. As you wander through the expansive landscape, you'll feel a sense of freedom and liberation as you explore the intersection of art and nature.These day trips offer the perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and indulge in the freedom of exploration. So pack your bags, hit the road, and let the adventure begin!ShoppingWhen it comes to shopping in New Paltz, there's no shortage of unique and charming stores to explore. Whether you're looking for local boutiques or artisan markets, this town has it all.One of the must-visit places for shopping in New Paltz is the Water Street Market. This picturesque market is home to a variety of shops that offer everything from handmade jewelry to vintage clothing. You can spend hours browsing through the quaint stores and discovering one-of-a-kind treasures.Another great shopping destination in New Paltz is the New Paltz Plaza. This shopping center offers a wide range of stores, including popular retail chains and local businesses. You can find everything you need, from clothing and accessories to home decor and electronics. The plaza also has plenty of dining options, so you can grab a bite to eat after a day of shopping.If you're looking for unique and handmade crafts, the Unframed Artists Gallery is the place to go. This gallery features the work of local artists and artisans, offering a wide range of handmade items such as pottery, paintings, and sculptures. It's the perfect place to find a special gift or a piece of artwork to decorate your home.For fresh and local produce, don't miss the New Paltz Farmers Market. This market is held every Sunday and features a variety of vendors selling fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and more. It's a great place to support local farmers and enjoy the flavors of the Hudson Valley.In addition to these shopping destinations, Main Street in New Paltz is lined with charming antique shops. You can browse through a wide selection of vintage furniture, clothing, and collectibles, and maybe even find a hidden gem.With its local boutiques, artisan markets, and charming antique shops, New Paltz is a shopper's paradise. Whether you're searching for unique gifts, handmade crafts, or fresh produce, you're sure to find it in this vibrant town. So grab your wallet and get ready to explore the wonderful world of shopping in New Paltz.Seasonal ActivitiesAs the seasons change in New Paltz, there are a variety of activities that offer something for everyone to enjoy. From winter wonderlands to festive markets, here are three seasonal activities that will ignite your sense of adventure and create lasting memories:Christmas Tree Farms: Immerse yourself in the spirit of the holiday season by visiting one of the charming Christmas tree farms in New Paltz. Bring your family along and wander through rows of beautifully decorated trees, breathing in the crisp winter air as you search for the perfect centerpiece for your home. The joy of finding and cutting down your own Christmas tree is an experience that will bring smiles to faces of all ages.New Paltz Winter Farmers Market: Embrace the cozy atmosphere of the winter season by visiting the New Paltz Winter Farmers Market. This vibrant market showcases an array of local vendors offering fresh produce, artisanal goods, and homemade treats. Stroll through the market, savoring the scents of warm apple cider and freshly baked bread. Engage with the friendly vendors, supporting their small businesses and discovering unique treasures that will delight your taste buds and nourish your body.New Paltz Spring Clean-Up Day: As the winter months transition into spring, join the community in a day of rejuvenation and restoration. Participate in the New Paltz Spring Clean-Up Day, where families come together to beautify their town by cleaning up parks, streets, and public spaces. This hands-on activity not only promotes a sense of civic pride and environmental stewardship but also fosters a deeper connection with the community. Pitch in with your loved ones, rolling up your sleeves and making a tangible difference in the place you call home.Celebrate the changing seasons in New Paltz with these engaging and family-friendly activities. Whether you're searching for the perfect Christmas tree, exploring a winter farmers market, or giving back to your community, there's always something special to do in this vibrant town. So, embrace the freedom of the seasons and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones.Frequently Asked QuestionsAre There Any Nearby Wineries or Vineyards to Visit During a New Paltz Family Day Trip?Yes, there are nearby wineries and family-friendly vineyards to visit during a New Paltz family day trip. You can explore the Robibero Family Vineyards, where you can enjoy wine tastings and beautiful views of the vineyards.Another option is the Whitecliff Vineyard & Winery, which offers a variety of award-winning wines and a picnic area for families to relax and enjoy.These wineries provide a perfect opportunity to unwind and experience the local wine culture while spending quality time with your loved ones.What Are Some Family-Friendly Hiking Trails in the New Paltz Area?When it comes to family-friendly hiking trails in the New Paltz area, there are plenty of options to choose from.Take a leisurely stroll through the beautiful Mohonk Preserve, where you can enjoy scenic views and picnic spots along the way.Or, explore the trails at Minnewaska State Park, which offer a mix of easy and moderate hikes suitable for all ages.These local attractions for kids are the perfect way to connect with nature and create lasting memories as a family.Are There Any Family-Friendly Museums or Art Galleries in New Paltz?Yes, there are family-friendly museums and art galleries in New Paltz.The Dorsky Museum of Art is a great place to explore various art exhibits and learn about different artistic styles.The Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art is another museum that showcases contemporary art and offers educational programs for families.These museums provide a fun and educational experience for all ages, making them perfect destinations for a family day trip in New Paltz.Where Can Families Go for Swimming or Water Activities in New Paltz?For families looking for swimming spots or water activities in New Paltz, there are some great options to choose from.You can swim in the beautiful Lake Minnewaska, go fishing in the Wallkill River, or even try paddleboarding on the Wallkill River.Additionally, you can enjoy a boat tour on the Hudson River or have a picnic at the scenic Rosendale Trestle, which overlooks the Rondout Creek.There are plenty of opportunities for water fun in New Paltz!What Are Some Options for Family-Friendly Lodging in New Paltz for an Overnight Stay?When it comes to family-friendly lodging in New Paltz for an overnight stay, there are plenty of options to choose from. From cozy bed and breakfasts to spacious vacation rentals, there's something for every family's needs and preferences.These accommodations offer comfortable amenities and a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable stay for both parents and kids.With a range of kid-friendly activities in New Paltz, families can explore the outdoors, visit museums, and indulge in delicious meals, creating lasting memories together.ConclusionAs the sun sets on our family day trip to New Paltz, we carry with us memories that sparkle like the stars in the night sky.From soaring high on hiking trails to immersing ourselves in art and history, we discovered the beauty and wonder of this charming town.With bellies full of delicious meals and hearts full of joy, we bid farewell to New Paltz, knowing that our adventure will forever be etched in the tapestry of our family's story. submitted by Sweet-Count2557 to worldkidstravel [link] [comments] |
2024.05.15 08:31 Quiet_Mud8402 Buy Candle Mold Online Wholesale Candle Making Moulds
Candles have been used historically to symbolize coziness, light, and warmth. From its function as a center point on holy altars to the scented accents seen in modern housewares, people have long appreciated the ethereal glow of candles. But what if you could alter these luminous masterpieces to your exact specifications? With the advent of silicone candle molds, a versatile instrument that can be used by novices or experienced artisans alike, anyone may now make candles whose creativity is only constrained.
Understanding Silicone Candle Holders
The name of the material is self-explanatory: silicone is used to make silicone candle molds. When it comes to making candles, they come in a broad range of shapes, sizes and different patterns to accommodate various tastes. Whether you want to create intricate miniatures, conventional pillars forms, there is a silicone mold out there for any taste.
Adaptability disclosed
The flexibility of silicone candle molds is one of its best features. Compared to more traditional, rigid molds, silicone molds are more flexible, making demoulding much easier and protecting the finished product from any damage. Because of their extreme versatility, candles can be created and decorated in a variety of ways.
A Journey of Visionaries
Using silicone molds to make candles is a unique kind of art. Here's a preview of the process:
The first thing to do is prepare your workspace and silicone mold. Make sure the mold is dry and clean before using it.
Materials: Choose a wax for your candles, such as beeswax, paraffin, or soy, or a blend of these. Different types of wax have varied textural properties, smell throw, and burn times.
Pouring and Melting: You can use a double boiler or a microwave to melt the wax of your choice. Once the wax is melted, add color and flavor with your favorite scent. Melted wax should be poured slowly into the silicone candle mold to prevent overflow.
Before demolding, let the wax cool completely. Depending on the size of the mold and the type of wax being used, this could take several hours or even overnight. Once the candle has cooled, remove your art work by carefully bending the silicone mold.
When you're prepared to add the final details, trim the wick and remove any remaining wax residue with a clean cloth. Give your handmade masterpiece a moment of appreciation,it's ready to bring a warm glow to any space.
Never-ending Inspiration
Silicone candle molds provide you with a plethora of options. There is a vast array of forms, sizes and styles of the candles, ranging from intricate tealights to straightforward taper candles.
Take into consideration the following to spark your imagination:
Customized Candles Inspired by Nature: With hand-poured candles shaped like delicate flowers, lush leaves, or rustic pinecones, you may turn your house into a happy palace.
Amazing Candles for Any Occasion: There is a candle for every season, ranging from cheerful Christmas ornaments to frightening Halloween pumpkins.
Whether it's a favorite animal or a pastime, form candles into shapes that symbolize your loved ones to make meaningful gifts.
In summary, silicone candle molds allow you to let your creative side shine. These multifunctional molds let you create beautiful things out of wax, whether you're a novice or an expert craftsperson honing your skills. Gather your materials, unleash your artistic side, and use silicone candle molds to present your creation.
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Understanding Silicone Candle Holders
The name of the material is self-explanatory: silicone is used to make silicone candle molds. When it comes to making candles, they come in a broad range of shapes, sizes and different patterns to accommodate various tastes. Whether you want to create intricate miniatures, conventional pillars forms, there is a silicone mold out there for any taste.
Adaptability disclosed
The flexibility of silicone candle molds is one of its best features. Compared to more traditional, rigid molds, silicone molds are more flexible, making demoulding much easier and protecting the finished product from any damage. Because of their extreme versatility, candles can be created and decorated in a variety of ways.
A Journey of Visionaries
Using silicone molds to make candles is a unique kind of art. Here's a preview of the process:
The first thing to do is prepare your workspace and silicone mold. Make sure the mold is dry and clean before using it.
Materials: Choose a wax for your candles, such as beeswax, paraffin, or soy, or a blend of these. Different types of wax have varied textural properties, smell throw, and burn times.
Pouring and Melting: You can use a double boiler or a microwave to melt the wax of your choice. Once the wax is melted, add color and flavor with your favorite scent. Melted wax should be poured slowly into the silicone candle mold to prevent overflow.
Before demolding, let the wax cool completely. Depending on the size of the mold and the type of wax being used, this could take several hours or even overnight. Once the candle has cooled, remove your art work by carefully bending the silicone mold.
When you're prepared to add the final details, trim the wick and remove any remaining wax residue with a clean cloth. Give your handmade masterpiece a moment of appreciation,it's ready to bring a warm glow to any space.
Never-ending Inspiration
Silicone candle molds provide you with a plethora of options. There is a vast array of forms, sizes and styles of the candles, ranging from intricate tealights to straightforward taper candles.
Take into consideration the following to spark your imagination:
Customized Candles Inspired by Nature: With hand-poured candles shaped like delicate flowers, lush leaves, or rustic pinecones, you may turn your house into a happy palace.
Amazing Candles for Any Occasion: There is a candle for every season, ranging from cheerful Christmas ornaments to frightening Halloween pumpkins.
Whether it's a favorite animal or a pastime, form candles into shapes that symbolize your loved ones to make meaningful gifts.
In summary, silicone candle molds allow you to let your creative side shine. These multifunctional molds let you create beautiful things out of wax, whether you're a novice or an expert craftsperson honing your skills. Gather your materials, unleash your artistic side, and use silicone candle molds to present your creation.
2024.05.15 04:58 Jealous_Ad_915 Todd Chavez Continuity
When Todd’s mom kicks him out it’s Christmas time but he supposedly was kicked out of his parent’s house recently when he moved in with Bojack. We know for a fact that Todd is 18 in the “Mr. Peanutbutter’s Boos” episode in the plot line when he moves in with Bojack. We also know for a fact that Todd’s mom kicked him out when he was 18. Todd’s birthday is 04/15/1991. This means that there is no logical way for him to have been kicked out at Christmas at 18 but also showing up for Bojack’s halloween party at 18. In the youngest Todd plot line, Emily makes it a point to say “thirteen year old Todd” and then PC says “come back when you’re three years younger or five years older”. So he came back when he was 18. Either his mom decorates for Christmas VERY early or there is at least one continuity issue with the show “Bojack Horseman”. Please comment your thoughts. I have seen this show literally 100s of times through (it’s my special interest), I am pretty knowledgeable about the show.
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2024.05.15 01:54 OnyxVerzachi Grim Reaper sightings
I've always had a fascination with death since I was around 3 especially with skull symbols everywhere it didn't scare me but I'd have dreams of people being skeletons and weird stuff, fast forward to 2 years ago I saw what looks like the shape of the grim reaper in the clouds I didn't think much of it till a family member that day showed me a photo of our friends and a grim reaper-like figure in the background it spooked us a bit, later on the friends ended up turning their backs on us and throwing dirt on us for reasons we don't know, I believe they deleted the photo soon after. I moved into a new apartment closer to work randomly when I walk into a room I might see a scythe resting against the wall for a split second I know its not a halloween decoration cause I don't celebrate it, I just brush it off as being on the phone for too long, I soon take these sightings as legit or a warning that a friend might be doing something behind my back I don't feel any fear with these recent grim reaper sightings. One morning this year I woke up and saw an outline of a small figure in my bed covers with a scythe sounds crazy but I was half asleep I woke up and moved and it was gone. Later that day news about a family friend being possessive and violent over my brother who had just been married to his partner I took the grim reaper sighting as a warning that the family friend ment harm on us. Recently I start trying to tap in to whatever this grim reaper may be trying to communicate I start of asking questions out loud and wait for a response sometimes a tap or knock sometimes a vision or visualise a blurry figure but nothing detailed I've been spiritual for years and grew up in a spiritual religious household but only recently have my gifts or whatever it is been more active from having conversations with ghosts to time travelling in dreams I suppose I don't understand it completely but I hope the next sighting of the grim reaper doesn't mean losing a best friend.
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