Heh, you and I are in the minority on that one. Go figure!
I've slowly added hats over the years, usually found at art fairs and similar venues. If you like to visit those, keep an eye out. Music festivals are also a potential source. Of course there's online now. I still have every hat I ever got except cheap visors bought many years ago because the elastic band in back deteriorated (colorful fabric visors gotten in the 80s). Not sure how many hats I have but it's around 10 or so. My oldest is from the early 70s. What kind of hat will work for you depends on your body type and sense of style. I have a very large skull so finding hats that fit online is difficult; the circumference of most is about 3 inches too small. So when I find a really cute hat that does fit, I tend to get it.
Yeah it's brutal before acclimation and it must be done with each seasonal change too when you live in places with seasons; even here there are. It sounds like it didn't take you too long to acclimate fortunately. Last March we had to fly across country for a funeral and they had record heat there with 100% humidity while we were there and even at just 83, I about cooked with the heat as I was not acclimated to it that early in the year.
Yes, as we get older, we tend to have both less energy and less free time. So it takes an effort to maintain friendships. It's not uncommon to keep in touch with quick messages via text, social media (ugh) and emails. I miss the days when phoning was the norm but I too am guilty of not making those calls.
You're lucky in that. We've found even in the Bay Area, there are areas where local streets are in very poor shape; it's not just in more modest income areas.
Ah, if you're on medication that causes you to burn easily, then yes, sunscreen is a must. If shade is that scarce down there, have you considered a sunbrella? I have amassed over the years a decent collection of sun hats.
On the bonus side, if you're in the heat long enough, eventually you do acclimate and it becomes comfortable. In my case it only took 30 years.... rolleyes Most people do in a year or two.
That's good! Definitely not easier in any way, and both seem like solid career paths.
I bet nursing would have more interesting subject matters though maybe.
I need to apply to grad school crying Im thinking of taking classes in various things to figure out which way I want to go.
But otherwise I made my copyediting website and am going to get it out on the web soon.
Ah, you're on vacation hours and relaxing. Got it.
I truly wish that were true.
No, the difficulty is due to modern life; everyone is so wrapped up on social media, texting, focusing on that instead of in person; and/or they are extremely busy between work and parenting even if grandparents helping out. Some of it is distance as people tend to move around but even those who live close are swamped with little free time. It makes it hard to spend the time needed to develop and keep deep connections and friendships that don't drift away over time. But fortunately not impossible. Close communities are harder to come by.
Pot holes are a problem it seems in most areas of CA now alas. I used to be so diligent about wearing sunscreen that I ended up with huge vit. D deficiency in spite of taking supplements. So I stopped using it but limit the time I spend in direct sunshine when a lot of skin is showing. Wrapped up for winter and when the sun is less intense during that time I don't need to. That was over 10 years ago; I've not been burnt once since and my vit. D levels with that approach, with pills to is right in the center of the normal range. It's easy to avoid direct sunlight as I don't want it in summer heat! I seek shade always.
Being awake at 10 pm is one thing; just taking a break from work is yet another; it implies you're doing homework or working late into the night then not sleeping much. Lack of sleep cuts available brain function in half so everything takes much longer and the results are worse. Memory goes way downhill....
Yes, it is. To not do so is unthinkably selfish and cruel.
In today's world, those without family or those who don't have a religious community really have to work to avoid isolation. It's vital each of us maintain connections in such situations. She did to an extent; I make it a point to also. I'm like her in that I never want to end up in a nursing or assisted living home and for much the same reasons. I'm just relieved she was put in a situation where she couldn't turn down help at home. Me; I'd welcome that, in this we're unlike. Having friends who truly care is so important. And ways to meet them offline are increasingly difficult now.
Yeah, the parts of the south bay are definitely redwood territory. I shall always miss having them nearby. So it's more dessert and less sagebrush south of LA? So it seems when it comes to direct sun light. Although it can feel pretty good on cool days in winter, sunburn is always something to watch out for. Even on foggy or cloudy days. We do need some though--vitamin D production.
I totally get you! And I thought I remembered it was Nursing!
I hope you are enjoying it still. Lots of jobs out there Id bet smile
Thank you!!
I will PM you the details ^_^
How late was it for you when you posted that? My time stamp says 10:06 pm! I think we're in the same time zone still so that was a very long day indeed!
Yeah, they're doing pretty well all things considered. I still miss my other kitties though. I do take some comfort knowing they're no longer suffering and that they didn't have long lingering painful deaths. It's so hard; all they want to do is live even when they know they can't.
I wonder about people who don't have that support, how they fair? She can try and push away that help as much as she wants, but people keep finding a way through.
Ah, you're in sagebrush territory? Yeah, the time to walk there is right at sunrise or sunset. I have very fair skin and don't tan so I am careful to either seek shade or go out very early or very late. There aren't a lot of trees on the trails here either so they're about 1/4 shaded along the way in some spots and less than others. I was just out early this morning at our nearest wildlife preserve. And it was far too windy to wear a hat. The wind did help us stay cool though.
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I've slowly added hats over the years, usually found at art fairs and similar venues. If you like to visit those, keep an eye out. Music festivals are also a potential source. Of course there's online now. I still have every hat I ever got except cheap visors bought many years ago because the elastic band in back deteriorated (colorful fabric visors gotten in the 80s). Not sure how many hats I have but it's around 10 or so. My oldest is from the early 70s. What kind of hat will work for you depends on your body type and sense of style. I have a very large skull so finding hats that fit online is difficult; the circumference of most is about 3 inches too small. So when I find a really cute hat that does fit, I tend to get it.
Yeah it's brutal before acclimation and it must be done with each seasonal change too when you live in places with seasons; even here there are. It sounds like it didn't take you too long to acclimate fortunately. Last March we had to fly across country for a funeral and they had record heat there with 100% humidity while we were there and even at just 83, I about cooked with the heat as I was not acclimated to it that early in the year.
You're lucky in that. We've found even in the Bay Area, there are areas where local streets are in very poor shape; it's not just in more modest income areas.
Ah, if you're on medication that causes you to burn easily, then yes, sunscreen is a must. If shade is that scarce down there, have you considered a sunbrella? I have amassed over the years a decent collection of sun hats.
On the bonus side, if you're in the heat long enough, eventually you do acclimate and it becomes comfortable. In my case it only took 30 years.... rolleyes Most people do in a year or two.
I bet nursing would have more interesting subject matters though maybe.
I need to apply to grad school crying Im thinking of taking classes in various things to figure out which way I want to go.
But otherwise I made my copyediting website and am going to get it out on the web soon.
I truly wish that were true.
No, the difficulty is due to modern life; everyone is so wrapped up on social media, texting, focusing on that instead of in person; and/or they are extremely busy between work and parenting even if grandparents helping out. Some of it is distance as people tend to move around but even those who live close are swamped with little free time. It makes it hard to spend the time needed to develop and keep deep connections and friendships that don't drift away over time. But fortunately not impossible. Close communities are harder to come by.
Pot holes are a problem it seems in most areas of CA now alas. I used to be so diligent about wearing sunscreen that I ended up with huge vit. D deficiency in spite of taking supplements. So I stopped using it but limit the time I spend in direct sunshine when a lot of skin is showing. Wrapped up for winter and when the sun is less intense during that time I don't need to. That was over 10 years ago; I've not been burnt once since and my vit. D levels with that approach, with pills to is right in the center of the normal range. It's easy to avoid direct sunlight as I don't want it in summer heat! I seek shade always.
Yes, it is. To not do so is unthinkably selfish and cruel.
In today's world, those without family or those who don't have a religious community really have to work to avoid isolation. It's vital each of us maintain connections in such situations. She did to an extent; I make it a point to also. I'm like her in that I never want to end up in a nursing or assisted living home and for much the same reasons. I'm just relieved she was put in a situation where she couldn't turn down help at home. Me; I'd welcome that, in this we're unlike. Having friends who truly care is so important. And ways to meet them offline are increasingly difficult now.
Yeah, the parts of the south bay are definitely redwood territory. I shall always miss having them nearby. So it's more dessert and less sagebrush south of LA? So it seems when it comes to direct sun light. Although it can feel pretty good on cool days in winter, sunburn is always something to watch out for. Even on foggy or cloudy days. We do need some though--vitamin D production.
I hope you are enjoying it still. Lots of jobs out there Id bet smile
Thank you!!
I will PM you the details ^_^
Yeah, they're doing pretty well all things considered. I still miss my other kitties though. I do take some comfort knowing they're no longer suffering and that they didn't have long lingering painful deaths. It's so hard; all they want to do is live even when they know they can't.
I wonder about people who don't have that support, how they fair? She can try and push away that help as much as she wants, but people keep finding a way through.
Ah, you're in sagebrush territory? Yeah, the time to walk there is right at sunrise or sunset. I have very fair skin and don't tan so I am careful to either seek shade or go out very early or very late. There aren't a lot of trees on the trails here either so they're about 1/4 shaded along the way in some spots and less than others. I was just out early this morning at our nearest wildlife preserve. And it was far too windy to wear a hat. The wind did help us stay cool though.
Oh! Also if you wanna join one I am looking for another person to join heart