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SnuffleUffleGrass
02-22-2022, 06:03 AM
I'm grateful for Menard's Hardware store.

They're not that great to work for, but as a shopper that needs housewares and hardware, they are pure awesome. Also, their pricing on cleaning supplies and toiletries beats Wal Mart by "a country mile"...As American people say.

Marina Starr
02-22-2022, 07:15 AM
I do the same sometimes even I knew their policy. Once you left the store and come back, it's consider a new purchase I'm a regular so no one said anything to me.
I also feel entitled in a good that their policy doesn't apply to me, lol.



^^ I left to do some orders and came back. The baristas are so nice and don't give a shit. I sit in my car outside a lot too, just to be safe.

Lol I have my mask and sunglasses on so I don't have to deal w fuckboys! #LeaveMeAlone

LoveyD
02-22-2022, 08:40 AM
^^ I don't pull this stunt at any Starbucks. Just the Starbucks where I have an emotional attachment to my baristas lol!!

Marina Starr
02-22-2022, 09:29 AM
Lmao @ stunt. Nothing rattles me so that intimidate a lot of people. I often don't get told no.

^^ I don't pull this stunt at any Starbucks. Just the Starbucks where I have an emotional attachment to my baristas lol!!

whirlerz
02-22-2022, 10:43 AM
56731

This, @Aldi's, the spray isn't available, I kept it, as it's good if water's added to it, scent's strong .

They had the essential oil in the bottle only, so I grabbed it, 4.99

LoveyD
02-22-2022, 02:59 PM
For my gym workout and shower. I pushed myself hard and wound up falling asleep afterwards. Grateful for a nap. I only ran one order today but I'm tired so I'm glad grocery shopping is slow today bc it's raining anyway.

SnuffleUffleGrass
02-22-2022, 05:15 PM
Grateful for my autistic sibling. He's always a joy to chat with on the phone.

LoveyD
02-23-2022, 08:41 AM
My new credit card arrived today! Yay!

carmen_b
02-23-2022, 08:57 AM
So much gratitude this week:

Family visiting ( it's hard for me to go to them up North because I hate snow )!

So much good food! J got us Ramen and luscious sandwiches.

DOG !

Travel to look forward to ( the anticipation is one of the best parts to me ) !

LoveyD
02-23-2022, 10:00 AM
^^ Aw, I hope you're feeling better, Marina. I understand how it feels just not wanting to deal with anyone.

I'm happy my teeth whitening kit came. For clean laundry and dry pillows.

Marina Starr
02-23-2022, 10:37 AM
Thank you so much!

I don't numb my feelings and I'm pretty good at not staying in that mental state for long.

I hope you're having a wicked money making day!


^^ Aw, I hope you're feeling better, Marina. I understand how it feels just not wanting to deal with anyone.

I'm happy my teeth whitening kit came. For clean laundry and dry pillows.

LoveyD
02-23-2022, 12:07 PM
^^ thank you so much.

One order down! Lol I need to make weed money.

Marina Starr
02-23-2022, 12:16 PM
LOL and Starbucks. I got lots of Starbucks points. It's sunny today so I'm thinking about going there again to treat myself to a Pink drink.
That's my favorite when I want to do a fancy drink. Weed doesn't bother me but I can stand cigarettes smell. I can't breath!



^^ thank you so much.

One order down! Lol I need to make weed money.

LoveyD
02-23-2022, 12:30 PM
^^ I love the smell of weed too, but I prefer edibles bc they are discreet.

I am treating myself to a micro dermabrasion and collagen facial next week. This gal worked wonders on my face before. I've been working hard and saving, and could use a little freshening up. I deserve it.

LoveyD
02-23-2022, 04:10 PM
Grocery gigging is slow, so I went to the park and colored my hair/ roots. Also did my cuticles & filed my nails. I feel refreshed now. #SelfCare

SnuffleUffleGrass
02-23-2022, 05:12 PM
Grateful for Dollar Tree.

NOW I know it's not fashionable to love Dollar Tree but I have to budget for the rest of the year so whatever knicknacks I want for the garden have to come from there.

I got the cutest wire decoration for a buck twenty five. My flowerbed is gonna be lit.

Marina Starr
02-23-2022, 06:32 PM
I admire your tenacity and perseverance. I really don't see you complain much about being homeless. I don't think I could do it.
I guess everyone would have to find a way to make it work if we were in your position. I know you have a goal and I'm rooting for you!


Grocery gigging is slow, so I went to the park and colored my hair/ roots. Also did my cuticles & filed my nails. I feel refreshed now. #SelfCare

Dreamqueen
02-23-2022, 10:02 PM
LOL and Starbucks. I got lots of Starbucks points. It's sunny today so I'm thinking about going there again to treat myself to a Pink drink.
That's my favorite when I want to do a fancy drink. Weed doesn't bother me but I can stand cigarettes smell. I can't breath!

Cigarette smoke is the bane of my existence.
I'm Instantly ill if I smell it.
My stupid neighbor quit smoking a few years ago, but recently started up again.
Bitch sits out on her patio until 1 or 2 am and chain smokes. :yuck:
My doors and windows are open, so her stank comes into my apt. I have to keep a fan pointing out ward.
This is a non smoking apt complex, but only inside the units.
I'm an ex smoker ( I quit 20 years ago).
Probably karmic pay back for annoying my neighbors all of those years that I DID smoke. Lol
I love the pink drink too.

~Carmen~
02-23-2022, 10:35 PM
This morning I felt so heavy. I have days like these when I can't sit and face people at Starbucks. My back has to face people and my face towards the wall.
Grateful I don't have lot of days like these or as often like I used to.

I was able to calm my anxiety by allowing myself to feel it and count all my blessings.

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It breaks my heart that you are feeling this way. You are such a bright light to me and I'm sure many others.

It's okay to be sad sometimes. You are doing the right thing in not fighting it.

Be gentle with yourself, dear friend.

~Carmen~
02-23-2022, 11:41 PM
I am grateful that liquid turmeric has reduced my knee arthritis pain significantly. I was about to give in to cortisone shots.

Marina Starr
02-24-2022, 07:46 AM
Is she the one that slammed shit?

Who the fuck smoke that late? Does she ever sleep?
Smokers are very entitled. They will find any excuses to light up cigarettes.

Just because they "can" that doesn't mean it's the right thing to do without any regard to how others are negatively affected by secondhand smoke.
They say cigarettes are an addiction but I find rudeness and a lack of regard for other people are bigger addictions. They can stop smoking but what won't change is their character.


Cigarette smoke is the bane of my existence.
I'm Instantly ill if I smell it.
My stupid neighbor quit smoking a few years ago, but recently started up again.
Bitch sits out on her patio until 1 or 2 am and chain smokes. :yuck:
My doors and windows are open, so her stank comes into my apt. I have to keep a fan pointing out ward.
This is a non smoking apt complex, but only inside the units.
I'm an ex smoker ( I quit 20 years ago).
Probably karmic pay back for annoying my neighbors all of those years that I DID smoke. Lol
I love the pink drink too.

LoveyD
02-24-2022, 08:13 AM
I admire your tenacity and perseverance. I really don't see you complain much about being homeless. I don't think I could do it.
I guess everyone would have to find a way to make it work if we were in your position. I know you have a goal and I'm rooting for you!


Thank you ,Marina. I appreciate this. Honestly, I've grown used to it, and I actually like having my peace and space away from rude and disrespectful housemates. It comes down to having a routine: Starbucks, gym then grocery gigging. Also add in time to do laundry, look for podcasts to speak on, look for other work in film , and do self-care. The only thing different is that I sleep in my car in a safe lot at night. I just miss having my own bathroom. And a place to do my hair & makeup. It's not the ideal living situation but I'm stashing money away for a better future. Who knows. A year from now I could be a millionaire. You never know.

I appreciate the kind words and support. I hope you're feeling better today, Marina. <3

LoveyD
02-24-2022, 12:08 PM
Grateful for Dollar Tree.

NOW I know it's not fashionable to love Dollar Tree but I have to budget for the rest of the year so whatever knicknacks I want for the garden have to come from there.

I got the cutest wire decoration for a buck twenty five. My flowerbed is gonna be lit.

I love Dollar Tree! It has been a Godsend for me, and it's not all junky like other dollar stores.

SnuffleUffleGrass
02-24-2022, 03:19 PM
I love Dollar Tree! It has been a Godsend for me, and it's not all junky like other dollar stores.


These days my go-to is Dollar general or Wal Mart.

LoveyD
02-24-2022, 06:20 PM
^^ Walmart is great, too. I buy my collagen tablets and hyaluronic acid from there, too.

I am loving these Capri length leggings I got from Amazon. They have pockets on each side that hold my keys and phone perfectly. Great for the gym and grocery gigging! They're cute and comfortable, too. And they don't show the infamous dreaded camel toe.

Dreamqueen
02-24-2022, 08:30 PM
Is she the one that slammed shit?

Who the fuck smoke that late? Does she ever sleep?
Smokers are very entitled. They will find any excuses to light up cigarettes.

Just because they "can" that doesn't mean it's the right thing to do without any regard to how others are negatively affected by secondhand smoke.
They say cigarettes are an addiction but I find rudeness and a lack of regard for other people are bigger addictions. They can stop smoking but what won't change is their character.
No, she's on the other side of me. She sits on her patio on her phone while smoking. Good times. >:(
But she IS the one who got her friend and the mom (the stalker) to move here ( the door slammer with the barking dog that just died.)
I'm surrounded by do nothing nells who just sit home chain smoking, watching tv 24/7.
I wouldn't judge or care, IF they didn't have an effect on my daily life.
It is what it is. Until rents come down in price, here I stay.
Thus, my need to go for drives in my convertible.
And Starbucks.
It's the little things in life that mean a lot, especially when you live in a nut house.

Miss_ShaSha
02-25-2022, 01:17 AM
Grateful the guy I'm seeing is both gorgeous and funny. Intimacy with him is quite nice. I feel loved.

Marina Starr
02-25-2022, 07:45 AM
You and I have a couple things in common. I'm very grateful for the small things. Convertible and Starbucks always make me happy and brighten up my day.

Do you get conscious when people are "staring" when you have the top down? I have days when I feel very conscious because of my anxiety.

You're dealing with a lot of trash, one heavy smoker and one awful slammer . I truly feel when people slam doors, cabinets etc they have anger issues.
To me that's micro hostility and aggression.


No, she's on the other side of me. She sits on her patio on her phone while smoking. Good times. >:(
But she IS the one who got her friend and the mom (the stalker) to move here ( the door slammmer with the barking dog that just died.)
I'm surrounded by do nothing nells who just sit home chain smoking, watching tv 24/7.
I wouldn't judge or care, IF they didn't have an effect on my daily life.
It is what it is. Until rents come down in price, here I stay.
Thus, my need to go for drives in my convertible.
And Starbucks.
It's the little things in life that mean a lot, especially when you live in a nut house.

lynn2009
02-25-2022, 10:00 AM
I seeded some hollyhock flowers last weekend and two of my little darlings have sprouted already. The package said it would take 10-14 days.

SnuffleUffleGrass
02-25-2022, 10:10 AM
You and I have a couple things in common. I'm very grateful for the small things. Convertible and Starbucks always make me happy and brighten up my day.

Do you get conscious when people are "staring" when you have the top down? I have days when I feel very conscious because of my anxiety.

FWIW I'm a gearhead so if I stare at someone in a convertible I'm usually checking out the car itself. Just sharing.

Grateful for the beauty of Nature today.

Marina Starr
02-25-2022, 10:31 AM
I totally get it!

There aren't many convertibles on the road so I'd stare too. I have anxiety so it's not necessary other people. It's something I have to work on, it's a process!


FWIW I'm a gearhead so if I stare at someone in a convertible I'm usually checking out the car itself. Just sharing.

Grateful for the beauty of Nature today.

trustfundkiller
02-25-2022, 10:32 AM
^^^ I have a convertible and it makes me feel very self-conscious when I can feel people staring at me. Especially at red lights when they pull up next to you in perfect alignment with your car, so they can get an optimal view �� I think a lot of time time people are surprised to see attractive women driving a convertible, as opposed to your usual balding middle-aged man.

Marina Starr
02-25-2022, 10:36 AM
I totally feel you! Especially if you drive a nice car. It's human nature too look at things and people that are attractive. I'm okay with it as long as they're not being creepy.
Wear your 'homewrecker' shirt so they stare harder!

LOL @ balding men!


^^^ I have a convertible and it makes me feel very self-conscious when I can feel people staring at me. Especially at red lights when they pull up next to you in perfect alignment with your car, so they can get an optimal view �� I think a lot of time time people are surprised to see attractive women driving a convertible, as opposed to your usual balding middle-aged man.

LoveyD
02-25-2022, 01:19 PM
For my Starbucks, workout, and hot shower. I'm all fresh, shaved, lotioned, exfoliated and exhilarated! My body feels tighter too.

Marina Starr
02-25-2022, 01:25 PM
Grateful it's sunny with low humidity in Florida today so I was able to chat with my psychiatrist outside Starbucks. I don't give a fuck who knows I'm working on my mental health.

Mental health is health. The presence, the future is stigma free!

Dreamqueen
02-25-2022, 10:16 PM
You and I have a couple things in common. I'm very grateful for the small things. Convertible and Starbucks always make me happy and brighten up my day.

Do you get conscious when people are "staring" when you have the top down? I have days when I feel very conscious because of my anxiety.

You're dealing with a lot of trash, one heavy smoker and one awful slammer . I truly feel when people slam doors, cabinets etc they have anger issues.
To me that's micro hostility and aggression.

Yes I have social anxiety, and its rough when people stare at me while in my convertible.
I bought this and wear TWO pairs of dark sunglasses.
56756
*This isn't me, but it's what I special ordered.
The irony is that I can entertain hundreds of dudes on cam with no problem.
But get me out in the world, and I'm a nervous wreck.

Marina Starr
02-26-2022, 11:46 AM
LMAO @ the picture! I can't wear glasses because that blocks my rear and side views. I just don't feel uncomfortable.

Same with me, when I'm hoeing I have no anxiety but in real life it used to be so bad but with help of meds and therapy has helped me tremendously.
My anxiety used to be an 8 out of 10. Now it's a 2!


Yes I have social anxiety, and its rough when people stare at me while in my convertible.
I bought this and wear TWO pairs of dark sunglasses.

*This isn't me, but it's what I special ordered.
The irony is that I can entertain hundreds of dudes on cam with no problem.
But get me out in the world, and I'm a nervous wreck.

LoveyD
02-26-2022, 12:13 PM
Been having a busy morning grocery gigging.

These two people at safe parking asked me to do a brief survey, so I did. They gave me some masks, socks, and a $10 gift card to 7-11.

miss.a.p1600
02-26-2022, 12:33 PM
I’m thankful my credit went up to 720, my secured card turned into unsecured And I got deposit back.

Pretty much accomplishing a few things I want while cohabiting and one was to improve my credit from low 600s to as far as I could get it.

I also have an emergency savings of $1k

Now I’m going to stack even more.

LoveyD
02-26-2022, 06:00 PM
It's been non-stop shopping today! All my orders have been in close proximity to the stores, which saves on gas. Also happy the Starbucks in Target reopened its sitting area so I can recharge my phone and relax. Very happy about this.

I'm going to do one more order and see how I feel. I'm tired! Been shopping for 10 hours with about an hour break for lunch!

indiegirl
02-26-2022, 06:53 PM
Waiting on my sushi delivery! Wahoooooo! I'm getting so sick of soup, salad, and frozen dinners. I really don't like cooking.

~Carmen~
02-26-2022, 09:02 PM
I'm grateful that it's supposed to get up into the upper 60's this week. I'm done with snow, ice and tracking salt all over my floors.

SnuffleUffleGrass
02-27-2022, 05:28 AM
Grateful I can afford nice makeup. (I have to go back to wearing makeup for work now.)

Miss_ShaSha
02-27-2022, 07:13 AM
Grateful to have spent 4 hrs yesterday vid chatting with my good friend L. We drank, talked deep, and validated each other's experiences. He's such a quality person and it's very nice to have connected like that.

Marina Starr
02-27-2022, 09:35 AM
Me too! I can only use Nars and Mac and skin care from Sephora. Every single time I bought something from the drug store, I always ended up using them once.
I've wasted so much money doing that.

Side note, there is absolutely nothing wrong with drug store makeups if they work for you. I am not bragging or putting anyone down so there's absolutely no need to read too much into my post and get offended. It's not that deep!


Grateful I can afford nice makeup. (I have to go back to wearing makeup for work now.)

SnuffleUffleGrass
02-27-2022, 10:54 AM
Me too! I can only use Nars and Mac and skin care from Sephora. Every single time I bought something from the drug store, I always ended up using them once.
I've wasted so much money doing that.

Side note, there is absolutely nothing wrong with drug store makeups if they work for you. I am not bragging or putting anyone down so there's absolutely no need to read too much into my post and get offended. It's not that deep!

OH I know. I have a little stash of makeup from drugstores that just didn't work out like I had hoped.


Grateful for my home made machiatto drink today.

whirlerz
02-27-2022, 01:32 PM
Waiting on my sushi delivery! Wahoooooo! I'm getting so sick of soup, salad, and frozen dinners. I really don't like cooking.

YUP!
Waiting on crushie to finish working on my car, I'll probably run out for Cali rolls & miso.
I got a headache from too much salt, it's a jarred quality soup, but still too salty.
Lol, I had a salad just now, an end slice of pesto pizza, the rest is for crushie, grateful he's able to work on it today:shy:

kimbe
02-27-2022, 02:15 PM
Waiting on my sushi delivery! Wahoooooo! I'm getting so sick of soup, salad, and frozen dinners. I really don't like cooking.

Sounds lovely! I don't enjoy cooking either, and sushi is definitely one of my favorites :)

Marina Starr
02-27-2022, 02:38 PM
Starbucks treated me to my usual morning drink today because they opened a little late... Someone that supposed to open didn't show up!

~Carmen~
02-27-2022, 04:47 PM
Me too! I can only use Nars and Mac and skin care from Sephora. Every single time I bought something from the drug store, I always ended up using them once.
I've wasted so much money doing that.

Side note, there is absolutely nothing wrong with drug store makeups if they work for you. I am not bragging or putting anyone down so there's absolutely no need to read too much into my post and get offended. It's not that deep!

It's deep for me sis. I am highly offended:help2:.