Barbara Foster (u/the_barbara)

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Cataloging artifacts with a pencil felt more personal than any software ever could

I spent my first season writing descriptions by hand, and it connected me to history in a way that clicking dropdown menus just doesn't.

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the_barbara•1mo ago

I finally cracked the code on budgeting for my gym routine!

I ditched my pricey monthly membership and set up a home workout space with just a few weights! Friends say the gym's variety and classes are worth the cost, but I save over $50 a month now. My energy is up and my wallet is happier, but am I missing out on motivation? What's your take on budgeting for fitness?

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Recent Comments

1mo ago

After paying off my car with saved bills, I'll never go back to plastic.

Exactly, it makes the money feel real. A card is just a swipe, but handing over cash actually hurts more.

1mo ago

Appreciation post: our move to water-based binders helped air, but mold strength took a hit.

They didn't test the molds for heat resistance first? Cleaner air is good but broken molds sound worse.

1mo ago

During a tandem weld, my partner and I developed a non-verbal cue system.

Depends how you define 'ruin'. Most things just need a quick fix once you spot the problem.

1mo ago

Trusted a client's property map and now I'm eating the cost

My old atlas from 2005 almost got me lost in Denver.

1mo ago

Hot take: I think group trips where everyone pays the same are unfair for budgeters

God, right? @diana314 The looks you get are priceless, like you just kicked a puppy. Things go back to normal once they realize they can't afford their own fancy drinks without your cash.