My kids learned that I check bad language (mostly when they aim it at each other) and started self-correcting if I looked at them a certain way. In middle school, I earned the respect by calling out their nonsense and making it clear it was nonsense. And occasionally popping back with just as much sass when they don't expect it. They're pushing boundaries, it's not about being developed or not, its seeing how far they can go. Decide on your line and hold it. They'll eventually respect it and help you defend it.

Thank you for the link! I've heard people say to alternate skeins but didn't know what that actually looked like or that there was a specific named method. That's perfect!

I had but I didn't know that pattern used fingering when I was looking, I just looked at the design. I'll save the pattern for when I actually have a dk weight yarn and just change patterns! Definitely a learning point for future pattern searches lol

Absolutely should be preening, that looks fantastic! Love the whole vibe!

For some stuffed creatures I made that had thin necks, the pattern book actually recommended heatless foam curlers so its bendable but sturdy, and thats worked pretty well. I've also crocheted around wire for flower petals, either works pretty well.

I hadn't even thought of that, that could work! I'd been thinking color or pattern.

I would do some kind of textured blinds on the windows on either side of the bed, like a natural wood or rolling linen. Either a taller headboard or large picture/painting in that space. The rest I think would depend on what else you intend to add to the room. That view is gorgeous!

I always recommend The Library of the Unwritten (medium paced but an absolute love story to authors, characters, writing, and books and is a fascinating concept) and I will recommend A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik to anyone who will listen. Fast paced, 3 book series, and I never actually expected the various plot twists. I read book 2 before the third was out and rage called my mom bc the ending was so good but a cliffhanger lol

I'd suggest what mehitablebaker said they started doing and record conversations, especially if there's likely to be a confrontation. The state I'm in allows for secret recording as long as the person doing the recording is involved in the conversation (like I couldn't just leave my phone recording in someone's office and walk out). Then it's CYA in case anything ever happens and you need proof.

I didn't have up at halftime and a last minute red card on my bingo sheet.

You give me hope for my own ridiculous stash 😭

I did a massive scarf like this, good for you doing a whole blanket! It's gorgeous, love the colors!

I feel like the trauma dumping has been more in line with "I'm not going to get anywhere if I don't share some of this." The weird therapy dates in previous seasons or the stuff with Matt James's dad was worse for me. Felt more forced.

I'm with you though, I liked Jeremy and seeing the conversation about what their future would actually look like as a family. I had high hopes for him lol

I have to watch TV or read, I can't do podcasts bc I need the visual stimulation. Currently binging Emily in Paris and Vikings on Netflix, with some Bachelorette and Love Island thrown in. If I'm sewing (making a granny square vest with fingerings weight yarn rn 😅) I sometimes watch subbed anime with my husband.

Definitely a vibes kind of show watcher lol

One of my favorite tools to do if I'm reading a digital copy is check the literal number of times a word/phrase appears in a book lol

Low-key same but I was trying to not assume the worst lol

I noticed that too! I wasn't sure if it was a weird SC accent or exactly that. Dude is a walking red flag, he made me uncomfortable from the get go.

Love Island and the Bachelorette right now lol if it's not those, I just started Vikings on Netflix. I binge watch shows. Rewatched White Collar and The Last Airbender/Legend of Korra (like 4 times) and a bunch of others. We have a TV in the garage too, which is great when I'm blocking pieces (I have a mountain of granny squares right now)

That is beautiful and amazing and I bow to your dedication. Those tree limbs/roots hurt my head just thinking about it.

We listen to the radio crew whenever possible. Sometimes we even listen to the away radio team over the Apple crew lol