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ConcernedBacker1
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Hello all.
I hope you do not mind me joining this thread. I am an individual who backed the project “Hearty: A Recipe Book” by Bex Kitchen, and after Googling her name I came across this thread.
I and several others backed this project with the expectation that it be delivered in Spring 2022, or soon after. To say we have been let down is an understatement. This creator has let several months go by, several times, with no updates.
After reading this thread to gather more information I am shocked to say the least. This creator appears not to be in employment, yet spends their free time doing leisurely activities while ignoring her project.
Several of us are frequent backers, and so are in contact via group chat. Despite one member of this group reaching out, Bex has failed to sufficiently update us and several of the group members cancelled their pledge.
Hundreds of us donated in order to allow this creator to reach a sum total of £6,260 and yet we have been ignored and let down. We feel we have no other option than to consult a lawyer for advice on what the next steps are. As evidenced in this thread the creator is not being completely honest with those of us who backed her project, and seems to have essentially breached the contract she entered with her backers. We cannot sue Kickstarter, but we may be able to sue the creator directly if she does not cancel her project and refund all of the backers who have not yet cancelled their pledges.
Thank you for taking the time to read. I shall update in due course.
I hope you do not mind me joining this thread. I am an individual who backed the project “Hearty: A Recipe Book” by Bex Kitchen, and after Googling her name I came across this thread.
I and several others backed this project with the expectation that it be delivered in Spring 2022, or soon after. To say we have been let down is an understatement. This creator has let several months go by, several times, with no updates.
After reading this thread to gather more information I am shocked to say the least. This creator appears not to be in employment, yet spends their free time doing leisurely activities while ignoring her project.
Several of us are frequent backers, and so are in contact via group chat. Despite one member of this group reaching out, Bex has failed to sufficiently update us and several of the group members cancelled their pledge.
Hundreds of us donated in order to allow this creator to reach a sum total of £6,260 and yet we have been ignored and let down. We feel we have no other option than to consult a lawyer for advice on what the next steps are. As evidenced in this thread the creator is not being completely honest with those of us who backed her project, and seems to have essentially breached the contract she entered with her backers. We cannot sue Kickstarter, but we may be able to sue the creator directly if she does not cancel her project and refund all of the backers who have not yet cancelled their pledges.
Thank you for taking the time to read. I shall update in due course.
waffle maker
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If I wanted to be in the comments club and the secret locked twitter I would make a sock profile of a divorced dad. The profile picture would be a confused looking prematurely bald man holding a credit card beside a big car.
waffle maker
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Bex has written an imaginary homeschool day. We know she doesn’t do this in real life because she sits on Twitter describing her every action in real time.
If she actually did the things it’s not a terrible plan for a 5/6 year old but it’s missing a lot of things that an older neurodiverse primary child needs. Watching tv, sticking, arts and crafts are not developing cognitive abilities that form the building blocks for later academic study, it’s mostly time killing busywork and not age appropriate. Little ones do learn through play and I’m a huge believer in the Scandinavian model of not worrying about book learning until age 7… but then you do need structure and a plan. It’s also really important for children to learn to play and work together- neurodiverse children learn so much from watching their peers and adults at school.
I’m against the whole ABA model of training the person to be ‘less autistic’ and don’t think that masking/ covering up ASD is a kind or sustainable thing to ask of people on the autism spectrum. However, they are going to live in the world and it’s not ethical to withhold the tools they need to survive. It’s up to the person if they want to use them, but it’s so important that young people are taught what is acceptable in relationships, family and the workplace, so they have the options open to them.
Exam focused outcomes like GCSEs are statistically terrible for homeschooled kids. In GCSEs are much harder than when I was at school- I got As in science and can’t answer any of the questions on this years mock papers. I think there is too much focus on GCSE, and plenty of people do well in life with non traditional educations, but it’s a mistake to suggest that a non subject specialist can get an average student through a broad and balanced rage of GCSE exams, never mind one with additional needs.
If she actually did the things it’s not a terrible plan for a 5/6 year old but it’s missing a lot of things that an older neurodiverse primary child needs. Watching tv, sticking, arts and crafts are not developing cognitive abilities that form the building blocks for later academic study, it’s mostly time killing busywork and not age appropriate. Little ones do learn through play and I’m a huge believer in the Scandinavian model of not worrying about book learning until age 7… but then you do need structure and a plan. It’s also really important for children to learn to play and work together- neurodiverse children learn so much from watching their peers and adults at school.
I’m against the whole ABA model of training the person to be ‘less autistic’ and don’t think that masking/ covering up ASD is a kind or sustainable thing to ask of people on the autism spectrum. However, they are going to live in the world and it’s not ethical to withhold the tools they need to survive. It’s up to the person if they want to use them, but it’s so important that young people are taught what is acceptable in relationships, family and the workplace, so they have the options open to them.
Exam focused outcomes like GCSEs are statistically terrible for homeschooled kids. In GCSEs are much harder than when I was at school- I got As in science and can’t answer any of the questions on this years mock papers. I think there is too much focus on GCSE, and plenty of people do well in life with non traditional educations, but it’s a mistake to suggest that a non subject specialist can get an average student through a broad and balanced rage of GCSE exams, never mind one with additional needs.
PunkyMonkey
Chatty Member
Once I got over the horrifying shame reaction I'd bookmark the fucker and be appreciative of the free market research/business advice.
I've learned so much from the JM threads, it's astonishing, she's had years of professional advice from Tattle. If you can accept the fact that not everyone likes you then "haters" can be a phenomenal resource!
My presence on this thread is ASD related; as an autistic woman I like to see others succeeding in their chosen fields but I also get grumpy at those perpetuating ridiculous stereotypes, promulgating dangerous ideas about Neurodiversity, presenting themselves as experts and/or weaponising it for cash.
FlashBoof
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If you spend months/years moaning about being poor - complaining about not being able to afford heating, including features in the local and national press, and if you go “viral” with tweets about Good Samaritans paying for your kids cereal in Aldi because you can’t afford it - thus building up a following of sympathetic and/or relatable people and THEN start tweeting out to those strangers your kids Christmas shopping lists then yes, it’s classic, indisputable grifting.
Gentlemensrelish
Chatty Member
I've been staying quiet on Forest School because...we do go.
But, today, there was a toddler in a fucking beret
FlashBoof
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For an old school friend, you certainly have a positively encyclopaedic knowledge of her recipes, along with an uncanny knack of writing like her, dropping comments about food being “styled” for a book. And sooooo supportive - what with playing “devils advocate” etc etc.
Why don’t you block this site, and enjoy Christmas with your kiddo. Get your book out in the new year. Stop reacting to every tiny comment. Enjoy your life. And watch this thread disappear into the ether.
Irelanding
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Oh, Bex. This never happened.
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FlashBoof
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Ok - I am just going to say it. Block me or ban me or whatever. I can’t bite my tongue any more.
The photographer thing is outrageous attention seeking bullshit also being used to deflect Fromm lack of product. She just hates the results because they look like our screenshots from her videos and not like her heavily filtered and carefully angled selfies.
For someone who professes to have been the victim of virtually every form of abuse and sexual violence, to then tart herself up for various “FWB”s, sell herself because she can’t manage her finances - as if that’s the only option. It’s all complete bullshit.
She is the sort that makes it hard for women to be believed. Attention seeking, begging and grifting bullshitter.
Phew - that’s better!
The photographer thing is outrageous attention seeking bullshit also being used to deflect Fromm lack of product. She just hates the results because they look like our screenshots from her videos and not like her heavily filtered and carefully angled selfies.
For someone who professes to have been the victim of virtually every form of abuse and sexual violence, to then tart herself up for various “FWB”s, sell herself because she can’t manage her finances - as if that’s the only option. It’s all complete bullshit.
She is the sort that makes it hard for women to be believed. Attention seeking, begging and grifting bullshitter.
Phew - that’s better!
kachoochoo
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lol lmao
Gentlemensrelish
Chatty Member
I'd be taking the landlord to court for the deposit without a second thought. If you don't want the obligations of being a landlord, don't be a landlord.
palmtreeleaves
New member
Just popping on to say that if anyone on the thread would like an actual cookbook that keeps disabled and beginner cooks in mind - please check Cook As You Are by Ruby Tandoh. She omitted using glossy photos to keep costs down and her recipes are categorised to help with choosing a meal your energy levels can realistically produce. There’s a 20 min gnocchi in chilli oil that I’m reliably informed is amazing.
Ruby includes descriptions of all senses to help those with sensory impairments (saying “til the onions brown” is useless if the user has limited vision). Instead of RECORDING an audiobook (unnecessary expense), she made sure the ebook version was fully compatible with screen readers. Her book includes lots of advice for substitutions if you have any dietary restrictions or want to make a recipe dairy/gluten free etc. Great if you have any kind of medical condition or allergy. She also released an easy read version that was spiral bound - it had large text and clear photos of 10 recipes aimed at people with learning disabilities. Finally, she donated a ton of the books to charity.
That is how you produce an accessible cookbook imo. Not a regurgitation of how basil goes well with tomato and the ingredients of an El Paso seasoning mix
ETA - I’m sure bex will say she can’t possibly do all this blah blah blah but if making a book for ND and beginner cooks is her USP… she should at least try?
Ruby includes descriptions of all senses to help those with sensory impairments (saying “til the onions brown” is useless if the user has limited vision). Instead of RECORDING an audiobook (unnecessary expense), she made sure the ebook version was fully compatible with screen readers. Her book includes lots of advice for substitutions if you have any dietary restrictions or want to make a recipe dairy/gluten free etc. Great if you have any kind of medical condition or allergy. She also released an easy read version that was spiral bound - it had large text and clear photos of 10 recipes aimed at people with learning disabilities. Finally, she donated a ton of the books to charity.
That is how you produce an accessible cookbook imo. Not a regurgitation of how basil goes well with tomato and the ingredients of an El Paso seasoning mix
ETA - I’m sure bex will say she can’t possibly do all this blah blah blah but if making a book for ND and beginner cooks is her USP… she should at least try?
bluebottle20
Member
I’m sorry but Mr Fluffybutt beats kiddo for me in the annoying nickname stakes
Jelly Bean
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I think I do hate the way she is raising that child tbh.I don't know why she reads here, what's the point? Whatever is said here, just stays here, no need to concern yourself with a bunch of people you don't know, discussing things you've said on twitter. Who cares?Just pay us no mind, we just talk amongst ourselves. If you really cannot bear people commenting on things you post in public, then it surely means making a choice about whether you continue to post on a public account, and whether it's worth it to you, doesn't it??
And - not a hater, I just come here to chat shit with people.
Panic attacks til 5am then staying on the sofa til 2.30pm
. Sorry don't believe the panic attack bit. She just stays up late online then has to have a lie in. All the while that poor child is having to look after, feed and entertain themselves as well as their bone idle parent. It is not teaching self resilience, it is an abdication of duty. Gaming and watching documentaries (and I bet it isn't documentaries at all) is not a rounded education. Bloody hell it seems bizarre to have to even state the obvious there.
Gentlemensrelish
Chatty Member
Being friends doesn't release them from, again, their legal obligations as a landlord.
mrslady123
Member
Wow, this morning she tweeted that she’s going to pull kiddo out of school because she can’t handle the stress of getting up in the morning. Hastily deleted it, then tweeted that she’s going to pull kiddo out of school - and it’s kiddo’s choice!! Rewriting the narrative to suit her ego in real time.
mrslady123
Member
Hilarious footnote:
Ok, ‘anon12300’, people in Tattle houses really shouldn’t throw stones!
Ok, ‘anon12300’, people in Tattle houses really shouldn’t throw stones!
Livia Fantasy
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I’d cringe myself inside out if my FOURTEEN YEAR OLD son talked like this about his first girlfriend, let alone this <mumbles> year old grown woman and mum.
It’s all a bit teehee aren’t I naughty doing the sex lol whooops a condom fell out of my purse what MUST you think of me, fellow adults.
What a sad little life,Jane Bex
It’s all a bit teehee aren’t I naughty doing the sex lol whooops a condom fell out of my purse what MUST you think of me, fellow adults.
What a sad little life,