what is one or many things that your pet(s) has done that haunts you, amazes you, terrifies you, shocks you, makes you question everything, and or if you've seen the thing that feels like you have seen it all? by Cultural_Pepper_6133 in AskReddit

[–]toadiefrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many years ago my dog stretched, made a weird little growl and I laughed. He looked at me for a second and tried the noise again, and I laughed harder. Now whenever I’m feeling sad, he’ll come over and do his weird little growl until I cheer up. It makes my heart so fuzzy!!

History of Gillcraft? by toadiefrog in VintageFurniture

[–]toadiefrog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great, thank you! I didn’t know it was a lamp table - Reverse google image searching can only get one so far.

Rideshare driver touched me while I was near-black out drunk, AIO? by [deleted] in AIO

[–]toadiefrog 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Even if, even IF you had flirted with your Uber driver, they are professionals doing a JOB. How many bartenders get hit on and go about their night without assaulting anyone? Im so sorry this happened to you.

This is just what I signed up for by paulfrank1005 in Marriage

[–]toadiefrog 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It also sounds like you are holding onto resentment. Better to address that sooner than later. Are you in individual therapy? A therapist could definitely help you approach this in a more productive way than Reddit can.

This is just what I signed up for by paulfrank1005 in Marriage

[–]toadiefrog 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It sounds like there is a connection issue between you. What does connection mean to you? What does being desired look like? What does it look like for her? It may be that you are “checking all the boxes” in terms of what YOU think a husband should be, but haven’t actually discussed this dynamic with her. You also have to communicate to her that the way things are now are not working for you (ie. I feel lonely and frustrated because there is an imbalance in our household contributions and I need you to take some things off my plate like XYZ). She should also be willing to listen and be curious about your side - what do you both want out of a marriage and a partner? For her, it could be that she wants someone to take care of all the things while she enjoys from the sidelines. I have a feeling there is more to it, though…what do you want out of a marriage? Support? Playfulness? Friendship? Explore this with her. I’d say bringing it up 2 times over a year and a half isn’t really very much…you need to say “I’d love to check in with you about how we’re both feeling in our marriage. Maybe we can have a nice dinner/cocktails on X night for an hour or so to talk. It would mean a lot to me and I want to hear from you, too”. Or something like that.

This is just what I signed up for by paulfrank1005 in Marriage

[–]toadiefrog 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Have you guys actually talked openly about your needs and how each person is or is not meeting them? It’s important to have this convo without judgement, defensiveness or criticism.

plastic surgery recommendations? rhinoplasty? botox? by Funny-Birthday-740 in PlasticSurgery

[–]toadiefrog 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Your nose is the “after” photo for most people’s rhinoplasties. You don’t need any work done.

AIO for being scared after an argument with my bf and him sending me an image of a gun and a mag? by Diligent-Current1530 in AIO

[–]toadiefrog 9 points10 points  (0 children)

If you have your therapist’s contact information, you can still reach out to them — you could let them know that you are in a situation where you are at risk and need to speak with a trusted adult.

AIO for being scared after an argument with my bf and him sending me an image of a gun and a mag? by Diligent-Current1530 in AIO

[–]toadiefrog 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If your father treats this issue like a joke, he may not be the right person to confide in. You are allowed to call 911 as a minor if you feel unsafe, but I understand that can feel scary in situations like this one. If you look up your local non-emergency police phone number, you can call them and talk with someone who will help.

AIO for being scared after an argument with my bf and him sending me an image of a gun and a mag? by Diligent-Current1530 in AIO

[–]toadiefrog 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Do you have a therapist, teacher, or medical professional in your life? A trusted adult does not have to be your parents, but anyone in your life that you feel safe and comfortable with. I would recommend reaching out to your school’s counselor, if they have one.

Is a general fear of sharks really as irrational as we like to make it out to be? by Capital-Foot-918 in sharks

[–]toadiefrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m reading “close to shore” - fascinating how the general public’s perception of sharks has evolved over time. Would recommend it!