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| Topic | PiOverlord's 2019 Best CEer Tournament Day 74 |
| Cleo_II 10/28/19 12:53:07 PM #17 | Leana. She has good taste in games and books. |
| Topic | *****Happy Birthday Mabusincarnate***** |
| Cleo_II 10/28/19 12:46:30 PM #30 | Happy birthday! |
| Topic | Soup is the best comfort food imo tbh |
| Cleo_II 10/28/19 12:19:26 PM #15 | Shablagoo posted... Yeah I love soup. As an alcoholic it has saved my stomach on many occasions.That sounds great! Im planning on making butternut squash soup next. Fall soups are so good. |
| Topic | Soup is the best comfort food imo tbh |
| Cleo_II 10/28/19 12:00:54 PM #11 | Touch posted... Looks nice. I'm not a big fan of ginger tho. And it looks more thicc than liquidy? Or am I wrong?I typically dont like ginger either but it complements carrot soup well and fresh ginger isnt as overpowering as powdered. The consistency was very smooth and velvety thanks to my vitamix. |
| Topic | Soup is the best comfort food imo tbh |
| Cleo_II 10/28/19 11:50:29 AM #6 | I love soup. I made a carrot and ginger soup yesterday.  |
| Topic | I have an interview today |
| Cleo_II 10/24/19 4:20:34 PM #19 | RdVEHfJqAvUPIbk posted... I mean it could depend on what the work is, no?Theyre very similar roles. Almost identical. So thats why Im hesitant to put in more hours for an increase in pay. I liked being able to come in at 9 and leave at 4:30 lol |
| Topic | I have an interview today |
| Cleo_II 10/24/19 4:15:05 PM #16 | The Trent posted... like software sales? or an actual physical product?Software |
| Topic | I have an interview today |
| Cleo_II 10/24/19 4:14:48 PM #15 | RdVEHfJqAvUPIbk posted... Catch me up here. You are in talks with the former company you worked at before you worked at the sales company you quit that was toxic?Yup. I liked my former company but it got political. But there is a new VP now actively working on addressing things. She and I have been speaking. I do like her and think she will bring some good things. As for this other company, one of the interviewers mentioned he works from 7am to 6-9 pm. And said if I wanted a 9 to 5 job this wasnt it. What I liked with my old company is my hours were flexible and I rarely worked over 40 hours a week. |
| Topic | I have an interview today |
| Cleo_II 10/24/19 4:06:06 PM #13 | SSJGrimReaper posted... did you use CE as your referenceJust vegy and MT. They can vouch for me _Matchabuu_ posted... Yay! fingers crossed :)Thanks! The Trent posted... what industry are we talking about heretech sales |
| Topic | Where do you refuse to shop? |
| Cleo_II 10/24/19 4:04:56 PM #13 | Victorias Secret. Too expensive and the quality has tanked. |
| Topic | I have an interview today |
| Cleo_II 10/24/19 4:03:30 PM #8 | No_U_L7 posted... Why trouble sleeping?I stupidly had a can of coke around 8:30. I dont normally drink a lot of soda and the caffeine messed with me. Im like an old man RdVEHfJqAvUPIbk posted... I thought you had a job lined up?Im still in talks with my former company. I turned down a different offer. This was something I applied to a couple of months ago and they just got back to me. Its a startup company thats very well funded. On the one hand, they have money to pay my salary ask, but on the other theres no real work life balance |
| Topic | I have an interview today |
| Cleo_II 10/24/19 3:58:23 PM #2 | Well Im done. I think it went ok but Im so brain dead and by the end I was fumbling my words. Not my best. |
| Topic | I have an interview today |
| Cleo_II 10/24/19 9:21:58 AM #1 | And I barely slept 3 hours. Its at 8:30 am. Fml |
| Topic | PiOverlord's 2019 Best CEer Tournament Day 70 |
| Cleo_II 10/23/19 11:35:50 PM #9 | Gotta go with my hubs |
| Topic | Were you ever bullied when you were in school? |
| Cleo_II 10/23/19 9:12:53 PM #12 | Yes, daily from first until 10th grade. I was too smart and the girls in my classes hated it. I was also an anglophone in racist Quebec. |
| Topic | Which countries have you traveled to? |
| Cleo_II 10/23/19 4:04:04 PM #12 | USA and Canada being my homes, Ive been to: Egypt Spain Mexico Bahamas not exactly a country (I think?) but also Aruba Id love to visit France, Germany, Iceland and Korea at some point |
| Topic | What I hate about getting doughnuts for people |
| Cleo_II 10/22/19 8:15:45 PM #22 | At most offices Ive been at, us women typically just cut them in half. Not everyone wants a major sugar spike in the morning. |
| Topic | Tales of Berseria |
| Cleo_II 10/22/19 8:14:08 PM #5 | Loved it |
| Topic | Monica vs Brandy vs Aaliyah |
| Cleo_II 10/22/19 8:13:18 PM #5 | Aaliyah |
| Topic | Would you let your 16 yo daughter go out of town with her friends for a concert? |
| Cleo_II 10/22/19 5:04:16 PM #26 | Yes but Id drive her myself and take her home |
| Topic | My coworker bought me a cake pop for my bday |
| Cleo_II 10/22/19 3:29:15 PM #15 | Happy birthday!!! |
| Topic | The job I applied for in San Antonio wants to do an on-site interview |
| Cleo_II 10/22/19 11:22:04 AM #7 | Call in sick |
| Topic | Cooking is actually kind of easy. |
| Cleo_II 10/21/19 8:23:06 PM #6 | Cooking is easy. But getting proper temperatures, flavors, consistency, etc can be trickier. Not everyone is a good cook |
| Topic | Worst Halloween candy |
| Cleo_II 10/21/19 4:37:26 PM #34 | All of those |
| Topic | do you guys believe it's easier to be friends with other guys? or with girls? |
| Cleo_II 10/21/19 2:11:33 PM #6 | Most of my friends are female. And some of are the no BS variety as well. I have some male friends too. But I tend to bond more with women in general. |
| Topic | You'd be richer if you'd stop buying shit you don't need |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 7:08:54 PM #9 | Dont you get tired of your gimmick? |
| Topic | I made apple cider muffins using my own recipe |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 6:57:58 PM #20 | Parappa apple muffin with no cinnamon would be a crime. I used both cinnamon and allspice (since its a blend of nutmeg and cloves). Its in the recipe my man I do wish I put more cinnamon in the streusel though. I love baking but I just started getting into the science and proportions behind it all. Its amazing what every ingredient does and how it all works together. |
| Topic | I made apple cider muffins using my own recipe |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 6:35:35 PM #18 | Omg I just warmed one in the microwave and ate it with butter. So fucking good. |
| Topic | have you bought any cool clothes lately |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 6:34:22 PM #13 | Havent bought new clothes in about 6 months |
| Topic | Would you ask your SO's father for permission to marry her? |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 4:11:52 PM #22 | My husband didnt ask because Im no ones property. |
| Topic | I made apple cider muffins using my own recipe |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 2:02:50 PM #16 | Ugh forgot to add in the recipe that I also had 1 tbsp lemon juice in the wet ingredients. Won't let me edit my post for some reason. Engineer_Gamer posted... thanks habibti i will be attempting these within a weekHave fun habibi Lordgold666 posted... Those look incredible, so jelly of mr cleo rnThanks! I kinda feel bad that mr. Cleo is trying to lose weight this month but I love fall baking too much |
| Topic | I made apple cider muffins using my own recipe |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 12:54:08 PM #12 | a-c-a-b posted... Those look great. I'd of made them with cannabutter though.Ha that sounds good! I thought about adding some hard apple cider for a kick but decided against it. Guide posted... cap form, for people who keep instructions and such stored as images.Thanks! Also lol at my tag |
| Topic | I made apple cider muffins using my own recipe |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 12:40:27 PM #9 | MACisBack posted... Wow, that is impressive! Great job!Thank you! Guide posted... How much?Over 9000 [LFAQs-redacted-quote] Raw fresh honey is so amazing. I have another jar of wildflower honey that I got and eat a spoonful a day for health benefits. As for whole wheat flour, I think its good for desserts like muffins, banana bread or cookies. I wouldnt use it for cakes or brownies though. If Im eating cake idgaf about healthy lol. spudger posted... looks good meng davidg4l posted... That looks fucking fantastic. |
| Topic | I made apple cider muffins using my own recipe |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 12:35:54 PM #7 | Full recipe (somewhat approximated) Dry ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp allspice Wet ingredients: 2 small apples (I used winesap), peeled, cored and pureed with about 1/3 cup of apple cider 1 egg (I think it should be 2) 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup softened sour cream 3/4 cup raw honey 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup chopped apple to small cubes (I used Mutsu) Streusel Mix of flour, brown sugar, softened butter and chopped pecans (I just eyeballed it this tbh) Icing (also eyeballed this) Powdered sugar (maybe like 1/2 cup or so), half and half (approx 1-2 tbsp), 1/2 tsp vanilla Mix dry ingredients in bowl. Mixed wet ingredients minus chopped apple in another bowl. Slowly incorporate dry into wet until fully combined. Fold chopped apples and fill muffin pan to 3/4. Top with streusel then bake at 325F for 25-35 min, until toothpick comes out clean. Cool fully and drizzle icing on top. |
| Topic | I made apple cider muffins using my own recipe |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 12:19:45 PM #1 | I still have a lot of apples from our apple farm visit so I decided to make apple cider muffins. This is my first attempt at baking without following any recipes and I have to say Im pretty proud of how they turned out! I used winesap apples that I pured for the base. It was my first time getting those but they have a rich, cider taste. I also added apple cider and chopped Mutsu apples. I used cinnamon and allspice for flavor. I tried making them somewhat healthy by using whole wheat flour, raw clover honey instead of sugar (straight from the farm), and oil instead of butter. I did use some sour cream for moisture. Topped it with a streusel and light icing. Overall I think I got the proportions right but could have used another egg for more fluffiness I think. Wasnt sure about using 2 eggs versus 1 given all the liquids I had. They still taste delicious!   |
| Topic | Do Canadians argue about best coasts? |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 11:17:36 AM #44 | Montreal is fun as shit with cool restaurants and nightlife. But its shitty af to live there permanently. You couldnt pay me to go back. I havent visited the rest of Canada, other than Ottawa which was really bland and boring. Ive wanted to visit Toronto and Vancouver but now that Im in CA I have no real desire to go north at all when its time for a vacation. |
| Topic | why do people who can't get pregnant spend thousands of dollars to try when |
| Cleo_II 10/18/19 10:27:39 AM #72 | Zikten posted... Sorry Cleo. I guess I didn't know all the points of view. I still think adoption should be more popular. But I will think about what you said.Well Im glad I was able to give you some more insight on what an infertile woman is going through. [LFAQs-redacted-quote] They discovered I had PCOS about 1.5 years ago, after we tried conceiving on our own for nearly two years. I have no symptoms of typical PCOS. My cycles are normal, I dont have weight issues or excessive body hair. My gyno kept refusing to run tests on me and kept telling me to try harder when I told her I was worried we werent conceiving. So we ended up seeing a fertility specialist who did the tests and discovered it. Because of my PCOS, I basically release immature eggs most cycles. Even when we did IVF and they retrieved my eggs, only about 40% of them were mature enough to use and thats with a bunch of hormones they pumped into me. Typically they get about 80-90% mature eggs from women. |
| Topic | Your thoughts on crappy hella dark brown eyes? |
| Cleo_II 10/17/19 10:40:02 PM #14 | My mom has dark green eyes, like emeralds. Sooo jealous sigh. I got my dads brown eyes. |
| Topic | I'm finally getting my hair done tomorrow! |
| Cleo_II 10/17/19 5:06:11 PM #9 | Looooove it!! |
| Topic | why do people who can't get pregnant spend thousands of dollars to try when |
| Cleo_II 10/17/19 1:47:45 PM #30 | Zikten posted... sorry I touched a nerve to some people. but like I said, my family has gone through adoption and i know firsthand how it can change a life. and yea, we didn't adopt a baby. my sister was 8 when she was adopted. and the track of her life shifted in a dramatic way. I just think of all the unadopted orphans out there who nobody wants It sounds like your parents adopted after having their own biological child (you). And more power to them. I think its wonderful that they did that. But that doesnt mean you should trivialize womens struggles in conceiving their own children. You have no idea the kind of social pressure they experience. You have no idea what its like to get bombarded by questions on why you dont have children on a regular basis. My husband gets no questions while I have someone asking me about it about every week or two. There is so much social pressure on women, the older we get especially. And seeing pregnant women and babies everywhere, while knowing it cant be you is one of the hardest things to overcome. Im surrounded by babies, kids birthdays, baby showers, etc and every time I attend these events I have to brace myself for the inevitable influx of questions. Just last week at a casual lunch at my cousins, one of my older (male cousins) started giving me the third degree on kids and why I shouldnt wait too long or Ill be too old. And as Ive learned from experience, if Im honest and tell people that I cant conceive then its the inevitable you should just adopt comment, or dozens of follow up questions or other unwanted pieces of advice like dont stress, it will happen for you I just know it or some anecdote of some person they know that had a miracle baby years later. To each their own. Some people choose to adopt and others dont, while others weigh their options. Theres no one path thats better than the other or that can erase the struggles (emotional and physical) women face when they are unable to conceive. |
| Topic | why do people who can't get pregnant spend thousands of dollars to try when |
| Cleo_II 10/17/19 1:29:20 PM #20 | People are so uneducated about the cost, absurd waitlists and possible legal complications of adoption. I always laugh when people tell me I should just adopt like I can go buy a baby from a baby store today. Meanwhile IVF was covered for me at 100% with my company with just the cost of meds out of pocket. I have a few embryos on ice as well and am looking to join another company who will cover the cost of transfers. Im not opposed to adoption, but at this time its not worth the headache or cost compared to IVF. Well cross that bridge when we get there. Also TC, as a man I dont think you can truly comprehend a womans biological need to reproduce. I cant explain it but right around 30 I just started having these overwhelming feelings of birthing a child. I couldnt help it. And knowing that I cannot do what is expected from women from the dawn of time can bring such a complex range of emotions. As a man, you will never get the number of questions regarding children that I do, from friends, family and complete strangers. I am shamed by society for being unable to reproduce and treated like Im broken. Were fucking built that way and its sad that you think you can just shame women who want their own biological children with 0 real comprehension on the matter. Get a fucking clue or kindly keep your opinions to yourself. |
| Topic | Will your next car be an ELECTRIC VEHICLE?? |
| Cleo_II 10/17/19 12:17:00 AM #4 | Im hoping to get a Tesla at some point, so maybe. |
| Topic | What the hell is going on with Amazon shipping? |
| Cleo_II 10/16/19 10:17:20 PM #5 | darkprince45 posted... Pretty common |
| Topic | I think the psych meds are starting to work. |
| Cleo_II 10/16/19 10:00:51 PM #10 | Woohoo! Ive noticed you seem to be in a much better place these days. Super happy for you. And its not all meds, youve been working your butt off on yourself. Amazing |
| Topic | Let's post our age, salary and last time we had sex |
| Cleo_II 10/16/19 9:17:44 PM #46 | 34 $130k up until recently. In between jobs now Last Sunday |
| Topic | PiOverlord's 2019 Best CEer Tournament Day 64: ROUND ONE FINALE!!! |
| Cleo_II 10/16/19 9:03:45 PM #22 | JMO |
| Topic | Wait...girls turn slutty when they get to old age?! |
| Cleo_II 10/16/19 7:49:29 PM #4 | The older we get the more comfortable we feel about our sexuality. Pretty much all there is too it. Would help if society stopped trying to slut shame women while celebrating male promiscuity. |
| Topic | I went to see urgent care for chest pains recently... |
| Cleo_II 10/16/19 3:50:32 PM #57 | Honestly it does sound like you have a lot to be anxious about. It may seem like its just the same as ever, but over the years financial issues will chip away at you. I know you had a topic earlier on about being frustrated with feeling stuck at your job. Maybe sit down, do some research and draw up a list of objectives for yourself on what you want to achieve and what it will take to get there. Thats what I do when I feel overwhelmed and want to take control of the things I need to get done. I sit down and write a plan of action. Just that act alone helps ease my anxiety. |
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