
Replacing the much lamented 'On My Mind' profile option, this thread is for musings, jottings, whimsies, preoccupations and the rest of the thesaurus for anyone to jot down anything they please.
I can't remember what the maximum character count was before, can anyone else? But anyway it wasn't very many so let's keep to that.
I asked AI.
Here is exactly why your size 10, 12, and 14 jeans are breaking all the laws of logic:
1. The "Fabric Stack" Slicing Effect
In mass-production factories, denim panels are not cut one by one. Manufacturers stack dozens of layers of heavy denim on top of each other and cut through the entire stack at once using a massive, automated reciprocating blade. [1]
The top layers shift slightly outward and yield a larger cut of fabric.
The bottom layers get compressed down by gravity and the weight of the machine, yielding a narrower cut.
The result: Your size 12 was likely cut from the very top of a massive fabric stack, while your size 14was cut from the very bottom. Both are labeled with different sizes, but the physical pieces of fabric are practically inverted. [1]
2. The Allowable "Tolerance Discrepancy"
Major brands like Levi's openly acknowledge that they operate with an acceptable "tolerance window" for human and machine error during assembly. This window can allow a variance of up to one full inch (wider or narrower, longer or shorter) on identical tags. If your size 12 was stitched on the absolute maximum edge of the tolerance window, it can easily balloon past a standard size 14. [1, 2]
3. Elastane vs. Age (The Size 10 Miracle)
Your oldest pair fits perfectly because of two factors: shrinkage and fabric blend. Older denim styles from the Signature line often used heavier cotton with lower amounts of elastane (stretch). Over years of being washed and dried, that cotton has permanently molded and shrunk down specifically to your body's shape. Newer pairs rely heavily on synthetic stretch blends that feel looser off the rack and lack the tight hold of classic denim. [1, 2, 3, 4]
4. Different Sub-Styles or "Rises"
Even within the Walmart "Signature" line, there are distinct cuts (e.g., Bootcut, Straight, Skinny, Totally Shaping) and different rises (High Rise vs. Mid Rise). [1, 2]
A Mid Rise size 14 is meant to sit lower on your hips. When you fill the pockets, gravity pulls them down past your hips because they don't lock into your natural waistline. [1]
A High Rise size 12 is patterned to clear your hips entirely and fasten at your narrowest point. If it doesn't grip your waist, it will instantly collapse, requiring a belt to keep it suspended. [1]
We don’t know what tomorrow brings to ourselves or to others .. One day at a time is all we’ve got.
I reached out to her recently and learned she'd been diagnosed with an aggressive and highly fatal cancer. It's been treated, and she may recover—too soon to tell for sure.
It really makes it hit home - that we aren't promised tomorrow or good health. My friend is in good spirits, from what I can tell, and she says this is her new normal, and she's made her peace with it. I hope, for her teenage son's sake, that she can get better and feel more like her old self.
But we really never know for sure about ourselves or our loved ones. We just have to keep doing the best we can and enjoy the health and time we do have.
CW – hasn’t time flown since then . Sometimes seems like yesterday.
Hothouse – thank you. That’s the best we can hope for.
Llama – thank you too. Hope you’re doing well.
Gershun. Thanks. You are very kind.
Ali. Thanks to you too. I am blessed in many ways.
It’s true we haven’t been posting as often on these conversational threads or on the dysfunctional family one. But it sure is nice to still keep in touch with people here. I feel like we’re a bit of a family and miss those who don’t post anymore. This summer, I have been slowed down by one thing or another and too many fibre flareups. Hopefully they will calm down soon.
89, Wow! You wear it well.
Apart from the CFS\FM, I’m doing very well. Even with that I have a decent life, if a bit restricted. I am so thankful not to be plagued with any of the health issues so many people my age have.
Once I get new eye glasses I’ll be set.😎
The decision is made and hopefully by now you are well on your way. You are still recovering and still grieving. Your daughter and grands are beyond fortunate to have you and your DH be so supportive. Wishing you much success and a great school year with lots of new friends for everyone. Hugs
Wish us luck, We're gonna need it.
It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since Mother went.
She was a "holiday "MaMa,loved the holidays,decorated the whole house and the best shopper.If something didn't loom out at her,she passed it by and she wore crazy clothes with sequins & frills,never normal outfits...she was so fun & funny.
I miss her so much and I know how you miss your Mother too.
It really hurts being without them~
Smoke has cleared here in SW Ontario Golden
Some of you are experiencing more more than that.
I know how bad it can be - up north you couldn't see across the street some days.
cw - how are you doing in Ontario?
I declined the invitation from the flying monkey and haven't heard a thing since, thankfully.
Thanks, send. Scriptures are always helpful. I am good with my decision. I don't need any more fam dram. Too many bad memories triggered.
I think the ashes are bothering me more. I need to spread them somewhere around here - help the trees grow - and be done with them. It is what it is though not what I wanted. I know we don't always get what we want.
I will stand by you
2 Timothy 4:17
I will help you through
Isaiah 41:13
When you've done all that you can do and cannot cope
Isaiah 41:13
I will dry your eyes
Revelation 21:4
I will fight your fight
Exodus 14:14
I will hold you tight and I won't let go
Deuteronomy 31:6