Building my home server. I have all the parts but the sheer amount of different ways to set it up and all the things I need to learn to keep it safe. Especially now that all that (waves hand around) is happening, it’s so important I get on it. It kinda makes me want to cry. My brain isn’t as sharp now that menopause has hit, remembering things is really hard. Though my dr got me on a different regime of my adhd meds so hopefully that will help. Anyways, sorry for the ramble.

*I have looked at the self hosted and privacy communities, I think I’m going to go with Yunohost. It’s the internet part I’m worried about more.

That’s because they use open street map (and other providers).

Yup, usually as I’m trying to fall asleep.

Sure, ask away

It’s much appreciated! No rush at all!

Oh yes please! Your absolute favourite soup would be a wonderful start.

Edit: Here is my favourite fish chowder. Let me know if you can’t open the link, can send a pdf too. I use bento flakes instead of clam juice, a half a packet is perfect.

https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1023366-miso-fish-chowder?smid=ck-recipe-iOS-share

That soup looks delicious! And it’s one I can eat as I’m allergic to tomatoes. I’m going to try it this weekend :)

I love that yall have such an appreciation for kale, it doesn’t get as much love in North America. Yet another reason I’d like to visit!

Its real name is Lacinato kale, it’s my favourite!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lacinato_kale

Edit: I like to use this in place of spinach, in lasagnas, soups, salads. Nettles are another favourite. I forage in the spring, steam them to get rid of the sting, and then freeze them in balls. Then I just add a ball to soups or whatever when I need. Also can save the steaming water for stocks.

Thank you! It reminds me of the dinosaur kale I have in my garden now. Also able to pick leaves as you need them, and overwinters here well (BC, Canada). I’ll do some more looking into it!

What variety of cabbage is this? What zone does it grow in? Thanks!

Thank you so much!!

I will second the biscuits and gravy! They are my go to. If you see it on a menu I also recommend creamed chipped beef. It’s definitely an acquired taste, but very American. It’s my absolute favourite. It’s like biscuits and gravy except the gravy is made with a dried salted beef instead of sausage, either on toast or biscuits.

Have a wonderful trip!

I did at my wedding, but it wasn’t like it was a big thing. It was something personal that I did for myself.

Just my husband, but not sure he counts as he doesn’t have an account. I did meet one of my closest friends on Reddit though.

I’ve not used it but I see people recommending Mullvad (sp?) a lot.

Oh my gosh yes. My dad is a complex person, I do have a lot of sympathy for him, but that only goes so far. The healthiest way I’ve found is a sporadic email convo a few times a year.

My husband and I have been together for 19 years. In that time he has met my dad exactly once. As we’re standing on the front porch, watching my dad drive away after the visit, he turns and looks at me and says “now I get it”.

Same. I live on an island and the only way to sell anything is on two fb groups. Craigslist is there but half the time you get people on the big island and have to take a ferry to sell. I’m thinking of starting a small website/app, not sure it will take off though.

Best of luck and congratulations! You’re a friendly face on here, I hope to see you around in the future.

Ack, I just saw this! That’s a great idea, thank you!