Samuel Morgan3 said:Hey everyone! I was just wondering if I could pick your brains for a second. I’m planning on taking my little one to the San Diego Zoo soon to see all the animals, but since we aren't actually living right nearby, I wanted to check in first—is there actually a lot to see right now, or is half the place still shut down for renovations? Has anyone been there in the last few days who could tell me if it's actually worth the trip? Thanks so much!🙂
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The animals are there. It’s just a shame they all seem to know how to hide in the shade or deep in the foliage—you end up walking past the same empty enclosures more than once.
Just finished the meeting regarding preschool enrollment. In short—no spots left in daycare. Apparently, there are too many parents with multiple kids who opted out of the recent subsidies, so they’ve shrunk the group sizes to meet certain standards. The only real shot we have at getting in is if New York City decides to start overcrowding the classrooms like they used to. That’s a long shot, though, since we both work full-time. They basically hinted that our chances are zero—which is a ridiculous argument, considering how are you supposed to actually find a job if you have nowhere to leave your kid?
Of course, this is all just off-the-record chatter—thanks to GDPR, everything is kept strictly under wraps.
Sam Wright21 said:Oh, please. They’re acting completely blindsided, but let’s be honest—they aren't quite dim enough to be oblivious to how things actually stand. I mean, look at the facts: they’re currently building a preschool in a small town in Connecticut, and they’ve got another one slated to break ground shortly. If we’re judging strictly by their ability to follow through on campaign promises, I suppose they’re actually delivering.
They could have handled this much better. Instead of acting now, they're waiting until late April just to put out the call for space leases and capacity expansions.
What’s the move if I don't have a referral? I have supplemental insurance and want to see an ophthalmologist and an ENT—nothing urgent, though. Is there any way to book an appointment at a public hospital without a referral, and what kind of damage are we talking about regarding the cost?
Also, can I show up for an exam with a digital referral on my phone instead of a physical paper? If I print out a color copy, will they accept that, or is it going to be an issue?
frozenrider15 said:This isn't exactly the right thread for this, but it’s about First Communion.
What on earth should I put under the dress for a little girl attending her First Communion? She'll be wearing the official one provided by the church, so she won't be the only one in that specific outfit.
Since we're looking at mid-May, it could be sweltering. Add a packed church to the mix, and you have a recipe for disaster—my little one tends to overheat easily and really struggles with the heat. I'm completely stumped on what to layer underneath. Should she wear something? Or just nothing at all? 😁
How does everyone usually handle this? We aren't heading straight to a fancy restaurant afterward; we're going home, so she can easily change out of the formal gear once we get there. I honestly can't picture her wearing anything under that gown other than maybe a basic undershirt or a light tee.
If you aren't handing them back immediately after the ceremony, there isn't much to overthink—just an undershirt and underwear.
Jeremy Cox49 said:Just got my first haul from the Mango outlet. 🎉 A skirt, a knit sweater, and a plaid shirt. The fabric is gorgeous—quality is actually decent, which is saying something for Mango. Everything arrived nicely packaged and pretty fast, too. After reading Scott Perez57's post, I was low-key stressing about things being too short since I'm 5'9", but it's all good. Though, the shirt sleeves are a bit tight—guess those gym sessions are paying off.
Scott Perez57, where are you trying on Violeta?
I'm 5'11"—which means my shirts always feel like they're missing an inch or two—but t-shirts are fine. I don't bother trying anything on in person; I just order everything online.
Stopped by Avenue Mall and Ulta yesterday—honestly, the whole vibe was just tacky. A complete letdown. Can any girls who frequent shopping trips to Austin give me some pointers? Where should I actually go? Which stores are worth the trip? I've never really done the shopping scene here. I'm 50.
Even the arenas have massive inventory these days—though I was pretty let down by the selection at first. Does anyone know if Garden has more variety than the arena? I need to pick up some work outfits in sizes 50/52, and honestly, if they head out soon, I don't see many options besides Marks & Spencer.
If I’ve landed in the right spot to question moderation, I’d appreciate some clarity on why the profile was banned from this specific thread. I hope it isn't too intrusive to ask about another user—the ban actually caught me off guard. The chat was finally starting to feel lively again, and looking through the comments, I didn't see anything that seemed worth a ban to my eyes. Then again, I’m no moderator, so I’ll leave the reasoning to the experts. Thanks.🙂