u/PennroyalTea

I’ll be in Florence the second week of September and have one day absolutely free. I would really love to get out in nature and I’ve been told I *need* to do wine tasting. I will not have a car and trying to enjoy things affordably.

My current ideas are:

- Public transit or driving tour to Pisa and Lucca, winery somewhere on the way back or between both

- Public transit or driving tour to Chianti for wineries

- Public transit to Vinci/Anchiano for Da Vinci’s birthplace, winery somewhere on the way back

I’m open to other ideas, this is just what I have swirling around right now.

EDIT: I’ll be visiting Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (church, bell tower, and dome), Uffizi, Accademia Gallery, sunset and/or sunrise at Piazzale Michaelangelo/nearby cathedral, and a pasta making class. This is in 2 days and I still have some time in between certain things, but my last full day is 100% open.

I’m new to roller skating and have 98A wheels. I’ve only ever skated on wooden, indoor floors.

How’s the surface there? Will I ruin my wheels or should I just rent a pair of theirs? Thanks!

My background is in environmental science and art. I have not had a formal artistic job, but can paint/draw well and have a knack for design (fashion and interior, I’m good with colors/flow). I’d say I’m a people person and very friendly/easy to talk to. I’m a very good planner. I’m outdoorsy (hiking/kayaking) so active and in shape but not to do physical labor side hustles. I’ve been complimented on my voice a million times.

I work full time so I’m looking for something to supplement this in my off time. Ideally, something I could gain at least $1k/month doing (though I’d love more to save faster).

I’m looking for something like:

- Remote admin work
- Art commissions
- Interior design
- Wardrobe design
- Travel planning
- Audio book narration

I’m not opposed to something like selling feet pics but the market seems very saturated.

I’m getting to the point where I can’t possibly save for a house on my current salary, and I can’t just change jobs right now. Thank you for any advice.

Rome: 9/04 - 9/08 (leave morning of 9/08 for Florence)

Florence: 9/08 - 9/11 (leaving 9/11 morning or afternoon for Rome airport in evening)

My time in Rome is packed with sights and museums. Florence I have the Uffizi, Duomo, and Accademia Gallery to schedule (hoping to do Tuesday and Wednesday).

That leaves me with Thursday full day and potentially a half day Friday.

Is it silly to spend Thursday in Pisa? I was toying with the idea of doing a wine tasting but I don’t know what to choose. I’ll probably spend a half day in Rome on Friday because it’s closer to the airport than Pisa or Florence.

I’ll be visiting Rome in early September (9/04 afternoon - 9/08 morning) and just learned about first Sunday perks - Colosseum is free this day. However, in my research it seems to be incredibly busy.

Is it better to take advantage of the first Sunday and get there early (7am)? Or should I just get a ticket for Monday morning instead?

I am interested in a guided tour, specifically looking at the underground area or attic (or a combo tour if there is one). I know they don’t give tours on the free Sunday so I’m weighing what to do. I’m leaning more towards Monday because I can get a tour plus it seems less crowded.

I’m hoping to combo the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and maybe throw in the Piazza del Popolo and Borghese Gardens/Gallery to fill out the day or save it for my last open day (Sunday or Monday depending on what I do with the Colosseum).

If I don’t go on the first Sunday, what are some alternatives? At that point in my trip I would have already seen Vatican City, St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome, Campo de Fiori, Piazza Navona, Pantheon, Trevi fountain, Aqua Vergine Antica, and the Spanish Steps.

Any thoughts/opinions? I am not asking about tours, just whether first Sunday or Monday morning is better and what to take advantage of on Sunday if I go Monday. Thanks!

I’ll be visiting Rome in early September (9/04 afternoon - 9/08 morning) and just learned about first Sunday perks - you can get into the Colosseum for free. However, in my research it seems to be incredibly busy…

Is it better to take advantage of the first Sunday and get there early (7am)? Or should I just get a ticket for Monday morning instead?

I am interested in a guided tour, specifically looking at the underground area or attic (or a combo tour if there is one). I know they don’t give tours on the free Sunday so I’m weighing what to do. I’m leaning more towards Monday because I can get a tour plus it seems less crowded.

I’m hoping to combo the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and maybe throw in the Piazza del Popolo and Borghese Gardens/Gallery to fill out the day or save it for my last open day (Sunday or Monday depending on what I do with the Colosseum).

If I don’t go on the first Sunday, what are some alternatives? At that point in my trip I would have already seen Vatican City, St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome, Campo de Fiori, Piazza Navona, Pantheon, Trevi fountain, Aqua Vergine Antica, and the Spanish Steps.

Any thoughts/opinions? I am not asking about tours, just whether first Sunday or Monday morning is better and what to take advantage of on Sunday if I go Monday. Thanks!

I’ll be visiting Rome in early September (9/04 afternoon - 9/08 morning) and just learned about first Sunday perks. However, in my research it seems to be incredibly busy (since it’s free).

Is it better to take advantage of the first Sunday and get there early (7am)? Or should I just get a ticket for Monday morning instead?

I am interested in a guided tour, specifically looking at the underground area or attic (or a combo tour if there is one). I know they don’t give tours on the free Sunday so I’m weighing what to do. I’m leaning more towards Monday because I can get a tour plus it seems less crowded.

I’m hoping to combo the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and maybe throw in the Piazza del Popolo and Borghese Gardens/Gallery to fill out the day or save it for my last open day (Sunday or Monday depending on what I do with the Colosseum).

If I don’t go on the first Sunday, what are some alternatives? At that point in my trip I would have already seen Vatican City, St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome, Campo de Fiori, Piazza Navona, Pantheon, Trevi fountain, Aqua Vergine Antica, and the Spanish Steps.

Any thoughts/opinions? I am not asking about tours, just whether first Sunday or Monday morning is better and what to take advantage of on Sunday if I go Monday. Thanks!

I’ll be visiting Rome in early September and just learned about first Sunday perks. However, in my research it seems to be incredibly busy (since it’s free).

Is it better to take advantage of the first Sunday and get there early (7am)? Or should I just get a ticket for Monday morning instead?

I am interested in a guided tour, specifically looking at the underground area or attic (or a combo tour if there is one). I know they don’t give tours on the free Sunday so I’m weighing what to do. I’m leaning more towards Monday because I can get a tour plus it seems less crowded.

I’m hoping to combo the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and maybe throw in the Piazza del Popolo and Borghese Gardens/Gallery to fill out the day or save it for my last open day (Sunday or Monday depending on what I do with the Colosseum).

If I don’t go on the first Sunday, what are some alternatives? At that point in my trip I would have already seen Vatican City, St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome, Campo de Fiori, Piazza Navona, Pantheon, Trevi fountain, Aqua Vergine Antica, and the Spanish Steps.

Any thoughts/opinions?

Hey everyone, I’m finally trying therapy (again) and it’s been tough to find a provider who takes my insurance. I can’t afford to not go through it and I’m looking for a Telehealth visit due to my work schedule.

I cannot for the life of me find a therapist who runs a private practice AND takes my insurance. Which leads me to my dilemma.

I found a therapist through Headway who does, and my copay is low, but upon some research I keep finding horror stories about the billing and whatnot…

I don’t want to be slammed with an absurd bill or have trouble with record keeping or whatever.

Obviously I have anxiety lol but if anyone has had any experience, please let me know. I’m also open to other platforms that are better than Headway!

Hey there. I have 2 cats and 4 litter boxes: 2 are stainless steel and the other 2 are covered. I was using regular litter (Dr. Elsey’s) for a long time, but it’s getting to be very expensive, it tracks, and I feel like it smelled.

I normally clean the boxes every other day or every three days when using regular litter.

I just started to use pine pellets from Tractor Supply and at first they were fine… now it smells like a hamster cage/farm. When there’s poop I scoop it immediately (as I’m able to). I didn’t get a tray to sift because 1.) the boxes are crazy expensive and not that big 2.) I’ve read online that there are ways around not sifting with a tray, but with the scooper.

Now I’m wondering if I should just get the regular tray to sift or is this just the way it is??? I was so excited at first because I didn’t smell the old litter smell, but this is almost worse… I’m considering getting steel perforated trays to retrofit into my existing boxes.

Thank you for your advice!

I’ve been looking forward to doing this hike in a single day for a few years now, and finally have the time in a few weeks. Last time I was in the Whites was late 2019 when I summited Jefferson one day followed by Washington & Monroe the next.

I would love to do this whole trek in a day and am an experienced hiker. I completed the Devil’s Path (NY) in a day several years ago - it certainly kicked my ass. I’ve been told the Presidential Traverse isn’t as bad as the Devil’s Path due to less elevation gain and loss between peaks.

I plan on packing layers for all conditions (rain gear, hat, gloves, jacket), food, water, water filter, battery charger, first aid… hope to start at 3 or 4am.

Speaking of water, any recs for good reliable water sources along the trail? I’m aware of the visitors center on Washington, but anything else?

I’m low key a bit nervous because I haven’t been training as hard as I did for the Devil’s Path lately. I might be slower than normal but I’m still in shape.

Hey, I’m a solo traveler who will only have 5 days to visit Japan in late October, and looking at spending my time in the Osaka area (Monday - Friday). I’ve never been to Osaka, but lived in Tokyo for 5 months 10 years ago. I’ve been to Tokyo and surrounding areas as well as Fukuoka and Okinawa.

I’d be flying from NY and want to make it to a wedding in California on my way home, which is what constrains me to 5 days (along with current work obligations).

I’d want to see Osaka, Kyoto, and potentially Nara. Then I’d take the Shinkansen Saturday morning to catch a flight from Tokyo to California.

I know the plan is ambitious but I’m cool with things like this - I just want an outside opinion on if it’s worth the time + money. Currently it isn’t terribly expensive. Thanks!

I’ll be camping at Jumbo Rocks in a week and wanted some more info as I begin packing. I’m an experienced hiker but have only hiked in the northeast, this will be my first time in a desert.

My main questions are:

- better to tent camp or car camp?
- if I tent camp, would a light fleece bag do or should I pack something for under 40 degrees F?
- better to wear hiking boots or trail runners?

I’ll be packing tons of water, sun block, UV shirts, hat, etc of course, but any info is appreciated. Thanks!

I (32F) am exhausted with the competitive behavior and disrespect I’ve experienced with some female friends time and time again.

I’m secure with myself and don’t put on a persona. I’ve noticed the people I end up having problems with do - they’re always trying to make themself seem more important, popular, and better than others.

I’m not afraid of confrontation or laying boundaries, but I give the benefit of the doubt and choose to take the high road most of the time. I’m here for a good time, not a miserable one, lol. I don’t wanna feed into it.

The same thing happens with certain female friends: treat me like an “other”, disrespect me, gaslight me, ignore me, make passive aggressive comments, one up me, etc. I do have some female friends who are super genuine and awesome, but I feel like I attract a lot of the toxic ones for whatever reason. I’m a very supportive friend and genuinely love uplifting others so I feel like they would like this..?

Then it ends up blowing up because they make a huge deal about my boundaries or something.

The latest person (Kayla, 28F) is driving me crazy. I’ve been ignoring her negative behaviors (sarcastic comments/back handed compliments/flirting with my boyfriend 35M/etc) but it’s difficult when she’s so ingrained into our friend group. She tries to act like the “queen” of our group and some people praise her like she is.

It always seems like she’s trying to compete with me for: appearance, popularity, creativity, and male attention. I receive compliments from people (usually our other female friends) and she sees it. We’re both creative and engage in similar hobbies. My boyfriend says she’s jealous she isn’t the only one getting attention now. Lately if she sees someone complimenting me she will go “ohhhh you’re soooo beautiful..” very sarcastically and roll her eyes. Now she touches my boyfriend inappropriately. Meanwhile she talks up every guy our group runs into in public. These guys don’t even hit on me, I’m obviously with my boyfriend, I’m no competition.

I just don’t know why some female friends treat me this way. Ignoring it doesn’t seem to work, they just ramp it up. I don’t want to lose my other friends either but this is stressful and it’s making me feel like I did something wrong even though I know logically I didn’t.