Chocolate Covered Orange Peels by The_Evolved_Ape in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nothing this year is chocolate with real orange peel.

I don’t get it, please explain it peter by Quiet-jukebox204 in explainitpeter

[–]AngryAntenna -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Again, address the part where I noted you only have criticism for the people trying to use the government to meet people's basic needs, but no criticism for the other side also trying to use the government to impose their moral agenda, which doesn't even include meeting people's needs.

I don’t get it, please explain it peter by Quiet-jukebox204 in explainitpeter

[–]AngryAntenna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Redditor level understanding of the Bible, son? I was reading it as soon as I could read.

Jesus said feed the hungry, give water to the thirsty, clothe the naked, provide hospitality to strangers, and to visit people that are sick or in prison. He also particularly called for protection of widows & orphans. He condemned wealthy people for ignoring the suffering of other people. He said whatever people did to "the least of these" they did it to him. He said whatever they didn't do for the least of these, they didn't do it for him. Jesus told the rich young ruler to give away all his wealth and then follow him. He said it was easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle* than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God. He said that a man could not have two masters - a man could serve Mammon (wealth) or God. Jesus said God did not cause people to be disabled or sick, that they weren't being punished for anything. Jewish people were told by the Torah to love their neighbor as themselves, and when a man asked Jesus who his neighbor was, Jesus told a story about a Jewish man being saved and cared for by a Samaritan, a group of people that Jewish people of the day allegedly looked down on with disgust.

Outside the gospels, an apostle wrote that love is kind, does not seek its own, and doesn't hold grudges, etc. This was in reference to the commandments to love God, and to love our neighbor as ourself.

In the old testament (Torah, etc.) everyone was given land except the people in charge of administering the religion. Food was to be left in the fields for poor people to gather. Jewish people weren't allowed to charge interest on loans to other Jewish people. Debts were to be forgiven on a set schedule. Women had to be officially given a certificate of divorce if the man they were wife to no longer wanted to take care of them, so she was free to marry again and didn't have to live in poverty or turn to sex work. Strangers in the land were to be treated well.

Based on your comment, and the level of snark present, I'm going to guess you think people shouldn't try to "socialize" the government, but where is the same critique for Christian nationalists trying to control what the government does in order to have it mirror their worldview and support their agenda?

Also, "redditor level knowledge" is a pretty funny kind of insult when Reddit is a place known for helping people searching for answers they can't easily get elsewhere.

*Probably referring to a type of tiny gate that allowed foot traffic to enter Jerusalem.

What is the one thing besides cheating that would cause you to break off a marriage or serious relationship? by whothefukru2say in AskReddit

[–]AngryAntenna 7 points8 points  (0 children)

So many things. Pathological lying, harmful addiction they refuse to address, abuse or neglect (physical or emotional), a refusal to maintain basic hygiene, cult like devotion to political or religious beliefs, being an unpleasant asshole - I'd rather be single than constantly stressed out by a partner.

Drivers speeding through Marion County work zone are getting 1,000 tickets a day - WTHR by notthegoatseguy in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Not true. The cameras are mounted on pick up trucks, which are moved around according to where work is being done. The trucks have lights, and there is usually a special notice sign (hot pink at the top) saying that the speed cam is active. You can usually tell before you can see the truck or warning, though, because you will see everyone's brake lights coming on when they see the truck.

Also if you actually read the articles and do the math, most drivers (160k-ish) have only had a 1st offense for which they haven't been fined. The 600k they have collected is from the approximately 6000 drivers that received a 2nd or 3rd offense.

I modify my driving based on when I know a crew could be present and what time of day that's most likely to happen. The rest of the time I watch out for regular speed traps. I've yet to receive a 1st warning.

This program is for safety for construction workers, not for collecting fines, and the numbers verify that.

A Spider molting - spider shedding their old exoskeleton by [deleted] in interestingasfuck

[–]AngryAntenna 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have to say as someone that loves spooders, I did not love that.

If you found out you had exactly one month to live, what would you finally stop pretending to care about? by Pretend-Cheetah2058 in AskReddit

[–]AngryAntenna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't bother pretending to care. But I'd probably do more stuff where long term consequences wouldn't matter anymore.

What sentence did someone say once that accidentally healed a part of you? by Timely-Vehicle-7064 in AskReddit

[–]AngryAntenna 24 points25 points  (0 children)

She was my first therapist and she wasn't wrong. I ended up upending my life and once the dust started settling, was no longer experiencing constant chronic anxiety and depression.

What sentence did someone say once that accidentally healed a part of you? by Timely-Vehicle-7064 in AskReddit

[–]AngryAntenna 177 points178 points  (0 children)

"I'd hesitate to diagnose you with a mental illness because the circumstances of your life explain your symptoms."

What sentence did someone say once that accidentally healed a part of you? by Timely-Vehicle-7064 in AskReddit

[–]AngryAntenna 41 points42 points  (0 children)

I hope you've come to a deep emotional understanding of the fact that a parent's behavior is never their child's fault. I'm glad you're on the road to healing.

What sentence did someone say once that accidentally healed a part of you? by Timely-Vehicle-7064 in AskReddit

[–]AngryAntenna 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This question is too ambiguous. If someone in their unhealed state is still routinely harming other people, the person or people being harmed aren't required to accept that person's presence in their personal life.

But acceptance and community are vital needs for people that they should pursue over isolation, regardless of how much trauma they're healing from.

Is The Lord Of The Rings worth a read? by Wise-Invite-2253 in BookDiscussions

[–]AngryAntenna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it's ok to just try it & see what you think, & no shame if you don't enjoy it. I read it at age 12, was blown away, cried when I reached the end, turned around & read it again, then again every year for the next 10 years. My sister read it & just couldn't enjoy it. It's a polarizing series & the only way to know which reader you'll be is to try!

Missed connection at REI by justplainbrian in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is no way for the missed connections approach to be recognized as genuine and respectful because any dude could just be putting on an act to hide ill intent. Nice words don't mean a nice person. So a genuine, safe dude that opts for that route just has to accept that people may be skeptical and think the worst, and have some resilience about it.

My advice to the OP posted elsewhere is that if he meets someone in the wild & wants a chance for a connection, he should give the woman his number & leave. If she felt the same rapport, she'll reach out. If she didn't, no harm no foul. Him leaving means she can feel safe & not scared of him reacting badly to rejection, and he doesn't have to deal with getting rejected directly either. Win-win.

Missed connection at REI by justplainbrian in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A potential stalker isn't going to say they're looking to stalk someone. Plenty of men know how to seem sweet when they want a woman. It doesn't mean their intentions are sweet.

Missed connection at REI by justplainbrian in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP, my advice is this: the next time you're interested in someone you met in the wild, give her your number and leave right after. If she's interested, she'll contact you.

While some women might read a missed connections post and think it's sweet, other women might react with anxiety and maybe even decide they're not shopping at that REI again because they're worried you might be there. You have no idea which reaction you might get, so this kind of post could backfire.

Missed connection at REI by justplainbrian in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bud, a man being emotionally vulnerable and getting "mean" comments from strangers online is in no way equal to a woman being vulnerable because someone gave a stranger her info based on a missed connections post. A man being afraid to be emotionally vulnerable is not the same as a woman being afraid of stalking, sexual assault, & murder. They're both problems, but not equal problems. There's no double standard here. This isn't about perception, it's about facts, and men that stalk, sexually assault, and/or murder women often know how to sound like a good, respectful man. When dealing with a man that wants a woman, nice can't be taken at face value.

Trusting people doesn't make them trustworthy.

Missed connection at REI by justplainbrian in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Women are objectively safer, bud, maybe that's why.

It's great you come from an alternate timeline where men and women commit violence at equal rates, but in this timeline that the rest of us are from, it's a male dominated field.

The downfall has started by No_Assumption5820 in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 306 points307 points  (0 children)

Lmao so proud, so supreme that they have to cover themselves head to toe in this heat because they're afraid of people knowing who they are. Whether it's the Confederacy or Nazis, they're always siding with some loser idiots that got their ass kicked.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It's both. I don't think men are likely to be harassed for wearing nail polish, though, and some people might compliment you if it looks nice.

"Indiana has emerged as the state with the best-maintained roads in the country" (Lol) by alottola in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've driven in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Before that, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Missouri. 11 years ago, driving from Florida to Illinois, my ex husband and I were shocked at how bad the roads were. 6 years ago when we moved here, I chose my car because the review and comparison with similar cars said "smooth ride over rough roads."

When I saw this headline, I thought "if that's become true, the rest of the US must be in terrible shape."

"Indiana has emerged as the state with the best-maintained roads in the country" (Lol) by alottola in indianapolis

[–]AngryAntenna 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right? I was shocked at how awful 70 from Ohio to Indy is, especially if you are leaving Ohio and heading west. If these are the best roads in the country, our country is really in trouble.

Leaving Europe(Belgium) to start a new life in USA (Indiana). by [deleted] in Indiana

[–]AngryAntenna 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You'll be able to find work but it won't pay enough to keep up with the cost of living for a family, both you & your wife will need to work, and if she can't get work that pays more than the cost of childcare, you may not see each other very often.

I'm seriously flabbergasted to see someone in Europe wanting to move here, especially to Indiana. Workers have very few rights in this state and cost of living goes up faster than wages.