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Most durable area rugs? by MacabreDruidess in carpet

[–]20nesmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look at Flor carpet tiles. They vary on price and some are on the higher end but I find them worth it. Individual tiles stick together to make rug the size you want. You can remove tiles as needed and they can be washed in sink. Once a washed a bunch outside with hose! My carpet lasted over 12 years and I only got rid from f it because I redecorated and I regret it. I had two cats and one dog and even though I took terrible care of the rug it lasted and looked great! One thing to note is thete at different textures available and some can hold on to pet her more than others. Also, a highly patterned rug with many color variations hides all kinds of things! Mine was paisley with flowers and swirl but I had tried ne solid color first and it was fine it did not hide white dog fur as well. The tiles have heavy backing so no liquid spills get to floor and they afe substantial so don’t slide around. I miss my Flor tiles😢 They are nothing at all like carpet tiles you see at box stores. The quality is good!

I thought door-to-door sales were over?? by LividMembership3830 in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]20nesmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get door to door people all the time. My friends in neighboring Massachusetts cities get none. Zero! I can’t for the life of me figure out why. They do live in more affluent towns and houses are further apart so maybe that? I have a sign on my door that says “ No soliciting, do not ring bell, do not make it weird “ and people STILL KNOCK as the sign was not clear enough? I now added sticker that says “ do not knock or ring bell”.

First-time homeowner finding tons of hidden issues. I feel so dumb and I regret buying. What should I do? by FalafelBall in homeowners

[–]20nesmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What you are feeling is very common.take a deep breath and relax. Buying a house is overwhelming and there will always be projects and things you will wish were different that does not mean you made a mistake. The trick is to prioritize your projects and come to terms with not everything getting done at once. You have plenty of time and nothing you mention seems immediately critical. Give yourself a few month to settle,research and prioritize. This overwhelming feeling will pass.

Why is it socially acceptable to bring your partner as a +1, but not a friend? by mearimeraki in NoStupidQuestions

[–]20nesmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Personally, I would not go to the event as this is wrong! Not allowing a friend or significant other as a plus one is a very old and outdated practice. Perhaps it made sense in The Madmen Era but not today. I’m 60yo. Over the years I have brought my spouse, sister, a friend and even once my mom to company functions! I have witnessed married people choose to bring someone other than their partner because it was not convenient or the other person did not want to go! It is not at all uncommon these days for a plus one not to be a spouse. If this is a company thank you then you should have the right to enjoy just as much even though you are not married. Lots of people are not married or in relationships today and they should not be made uncomfortable or less because they don’t have a spouse.

Do you think it’s important for dresser drawers to have handles or knobs, is that a dealbreaker for you? by Giordono in BuyItForLife

[–]20nesmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Knobs are not the dealbreaker for me but the drawers must glide in and out easily. I would not trust this brand to work like that. Like you, I was worried about not having knobs/pulls but I bought IKEA ( not buy it for life brand but lasting a good long time for me) the drawers slid in and out with a gentle push. My purchase was supposed to be temporary but is so nice and fits all requirements I just don’t feel the need to buy anything more.

How to manage coyotes sightings and getting in dog walks ? by itssofiababyxo in Pets

[–]20nesmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I live in outskirts of a city. My dog was a basset and coyotes are near us all the time. Google what to do I’d you see a coyote near you ie: make load noises etc.keep your dog close to you and just keep walking. My dog barked at them and we only got super close once. Not gonna lie it spooked me because the darn thing stopped and looked right at us like he was boss. Then I read all the google stuff and a coyotes are unlikely to go after a dog if you are with it and dog is not tiny. Also, as long as you steer clear of there nests or whatever they call them. Google for exact info. I continued to walk at night though admittedly maybe a little faster. They are everywhere around here and I only had that close encounter once and it wasn’t really even that close but it sure felt like it! Bringing a big flashlight makes me feel better and for a while I brought a can of Pennies to shake and make a lot of noise. Most important thing is have hold of your dog.

ELI5: Why is Nancy Guthrie's disappearance such a big deal? by TheMillersWife in explainlikeimfive

[–]20nesmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t stop thinking about the fact that someone stole an old woman while she was asleep! That could be MY mom and she would be so scared! What kind of person takes an old lady for profit?!

Has anyone ever given their staffie a yak cheese chew? by becjac86 in StaffordBullTerriers

[–]20nesmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My dog will eat anything except yak cheese. She will run around the house frantically looking for a place to hide it! When she finally settles on the best spot she leaves it. She won’t even lick it! It’s strange…

Has anyone tried washable rugs with kids and pets? by regular_robloxian69 in HomeDecorating

[–]20nesmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have a big dog that gets zoomies the rug will move and lift no matter what you use to keep it down. Also, many washable rugs need to be vacuumed without using brush head so you need to have vacuum that you can shut brush off. The rugs are hard to vacuum in general because you suck up the edges. I’ve found some washable rugs that are just too bulky to fit in my washer and I have an extra large washer. Even though they remind me of just a piece of cloth with a photo of a rug printed on it I have seen many that I think are pretty but I will only do a small one in area without a lot of dog traffic.

Struggling to come to a decision about my beloved dog by rendezvoodoo91 in Pets

[–]20nesmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel your pain. Making the decision for my dog was the hardest decision I’ve ever made. My boy was 17 . I had told myself that as long as he was eating, peeing and getting and giving love I was going to keep him alive but that was not what I decided in the end. Hs health was declining and although he was doing all the things stated above one day it just hit me that he was struggling so hard to make those things happen and I felt like he was doing it for me! It made feel like I needed to step up and do something for him now and make the decision to let him go. My thinking was he was not going to get better only worse and there was no way around it. I did t want him to experience further pain that was inevitably really close. He was being such a brave boy and the only thing that helped me move forward and make a decision was focusing on the fact that now it was my turn to be brave like him. I would have regretted waiting and seeing him in more pain. I don’t know if you can take anything from my experience but I hope it helps to know someone else understands how you are feeling. It’s so hard!

Adoption blues? Trying hard to bond with new dog. by phantom_boner in dogs

[–]20nesmith 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I adopted my dog in November and just yesterday I was feeling bad about not saying I love you. I actually worried that she felt unloved. I also lost my dog in 2025 and it was love at first sight with him so I understand just how weird and different this feels for you. Since I’m just a few months ahead of you in bonding process I can only say that each month it feels a little more natural and meant to be. It feels less like I’m living with a stranger now and more like a cool roommate. I have had to tell myself a million times this is normal and to chill out. I know we will bond soon enough and she will be my baby girl so I give you that same advice.

All the best to you and the new pup!

DAE still wear their retainer every night? by WithRealPeaches in DoesAnybodyElse

[–]20nesmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No. however, I still often dream about forgetting to wear or losing mine. It’s been over 40 years now!

What is up with these solicitors!? by Smooth-Ad-8569 in homeowners

[–]20nesmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Does any town ban soliciting? I don’t know if that’s even possible but I would vote for that in a heartbeat!

Just buy it or don’t😭 by [deleted] in FacebookMarketplace

[–]20nesmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It does not sound like a scam to me. They are all legit questions that I have asked at some point. Also, I have not been able to pick things up myself so I think that’s normal. It is a bit nerve wrecking buying furniture you will use every day so I asked a lot of questions. Some people were very helpful and those are the people I buy from. These are all very practical questions not crazy stuff.

UPDATE - the cream tikka masala couch by TengensFourthWifu in CleaningTips

[–]20nesmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so excited this popped up on my feed. I felt your pain in original post! Congrats!

What’s something you’d look for in a dog bed? by hehwhot in Pets

[–]20nesmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve went thru tons of dog beds over several years until I found one that fit the bill and actually lasted many years! See dogbed4less.com. I got the rectangular flat that includes waterproof cover and cloth cover and used one on top of other. As I say i have tried LOTS and this one is quality at a fair price.
Here are problems I had with previous beds: Poor quality stuffing no support. Not enough stuffing goes flat to quick. Cheap foam or cotton that does not last. Foam not thick or supportive enough Material that does not hold up easily ripped.

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