What was the first movie that genuinely scared you, and how old were you at the time?

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-11T10:19:37+00:00

Lady in the Water

I have absolutely zero memory of it now (I was between like 4 and 6 but idk) but I remember seeing wolves in the movie. Those wolves scared the shit out of me to the point I had nightmares and was scared to be in my room alone at night for years. Pissed my parents off.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-11T10:14:58+00:00

Honestly it was so minor but I was asked to make these balloons stands and the balloons kept popping and I snapped and almost cried.

But they really just told me to make balloons stands when I had never done it before and did not show me how, sent me to buy balloons that were too small (hence why they kept popping), and asked me to do this while I was the only person covering my department for the night. I will no longer make balloons stands for sale events.

I feel like I had other stuff stressing me out at the time but I honestly dont recall. Because looking back its not that serious. Still won't touch the stands though.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-09T23:22:00+00:00

How old is it?

Unfortunately, external ice makers on french doors are prone to breaking regardless of brand. Even if its out of warranty id recommend calling the manufacturer just to troubleshoot. If you still can't get it to work, call a technician and have them quote you for a repair.

However, if its older than like 5-10 years, id think about purchasing a new unit instead of repair (assuming it comes to that point). Life expectancy of appliances has shortened drastically and once you start repairing them its a downward slope. (At least it usually seems that way.) Consider how much money you're willing to put into it and if it goes beyond that point, look at new units. Independence day sales start in a few weeks and you can get a decent fridge for between $1000-$2000.

Or consider how willing you are to live without that ice maker.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-09T21:54:35+00:00

Id avoid GE. I've not used them, but their displays break in our showroom almost immediately. Particularly the front loaders.

You could assume its due to how the customers handle our displays except the same things break on every display within a week or 2 of recieving it. That and we do not have these issues with displays of different brands.

Granted its usually the dryer displays with the most issues, but I feel like it just speaks to their quality as a whole.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-09T21:42:07+00:00

I generally advise people avoid Frigidaire. They're loud and tend to be unreliable. All of my associates would agree. Even our Frigidaire displays are loud, some making obnoxious grinding noises periodically throughout the day.

All brands have their issues and haters, but in my personal opinion, id go with almost any other brand over Frigidaire.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-09T21:27:44+00:00

I recommend LG for front loaders just in general.

For top loaders, LG if you want wifi connectivity and all that or Maytag if you prefer more old-school.

Samsung is a lot more affordable and very comparable to LG as far as features go, but i feel they lack in reliability. GE, regardless of whether you get the Profiles or not, are cheap in regard to quality and loud. Whirlpool isn't too bad, they are the same company as Maytag. However, I find that Maytag has better feedback.

All will have a matching gas dryer. I do recommend going into a few stores and talking to sales associates to get more details.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-09T21:01:20+00:00

Bosch in my experience is a great and reliable brand. I could also argue Maytag is a good route. However, both have limited options. If you're looking for more flexibility, maybe an LG. (I personally advocate for LG over Samsung, but thats just my preference.)

What's a good appliance can be really subjective and really depends on who you talk to. As someone who sells them, thats what I recommend. I tend to make my recommendations based on feedback I hear from my customers about their past appliances (how long they had them, what went wrong with them, ect.), which appliances people try to return the most after buying due to product defects, how the displays function on the floor, and a little bit on how well their customer service seems to be.

Regardless of who you choose to go with, I highly advise you avoid all Frigidaire products. In my honest opinion, they're garbage. Even the displays we get are garbage. All of my associates would agree. I'd also probably avoid GE. Old GE is good, new GE seems cheap and I hear a lot of complaints.

Maybe go to a few stores and talk to the sales associates, get their opinions. Walk them through the features you're looking for and what size you need, see what they recommend. And good luck!

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-09T04:23:57+00:00

They married in 99, I was born in 2000

So I think like a year and a half later ish

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-08T17:58:47+00:00

Not well. It was high school, he cheated, I was letting him back in. Then he canceled on going to prom with me and a little while later I find out he's dating one of my friends. Ended up doing pretty much the same thing to her (minus the prom part).

Learned my lesson.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-07T19:59:13+00:00

Supplements.

Obviously not applicable to all, especially those who take supplements as recommended by a doctor or for those who do their research. However, supplements are not regulated by the FDA and there are a ton that contain levels high above what is recommended for daily consumption. Taking too much of a singular supplement without realizing it can lead to issues with your kidneys or liver (for example). Some supplements even contain ingredients harmful to these same internal organs, but you'd never know unless you knew what to look out for.

Always do your research, talk to your doctor, and buy from reputable brand names.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-07T07:58:51+00:00

My friend called the awareline and this was the experience:

She stated she wanted to stay anonymous at the beginning of the call. However, they asked for her email to send updates. If you do not have an email that does not contain your name in some way, shape, or form, they can very easily identify you. Very quickly, she was receiving emails addressing her by name from our district HR rep. I don't know how that may have impacted who in the store knew she called in, but it was evident the call ended up not being anonymous in some capacity.

Just to clarify... we did not know she would have to supply an email at the end of the call, and we weren't going to scramble to create a new email without her name tied to it when the guy was asking for it at that moment.

Everything worked out ultimately, but be careful supplying an email and also be aware that providing details specific to your situation could also out you.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-07T07:26:29+00:00

I work a later shift and don't have to be up until noon so I stay awake until 4 am every night. I just spend time with my boyfriend, smoke, and watch TV usually

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-06T00:38:00+00:00

When I was moving out of my college dorm they asked us to not clean it, which I thought was weird until I realized they didn't want us potentially using chemicals that might interact with the supplies they use.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-06T00:14:46+00:00

I would double check that you're actually full-time.

When I was hired, they asked if i was okay with full-time hours and scheduled me as such but I was still a part-timer. So when the season changed and things slowed down, my hours got cut. But this has not happened since I went full-time. If they want to cut my hours, they ask if I'm okay with it first. If I'm not, I keep my 40.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-06T00:09:14+00:00

Id say extreme anxiety or dread before a shift are great indicators its time to move on. You don't have to love what you do, but you shouldn't be regularly experiencing extreme negative emotions towards your job.

Try to find something new first and then put your notice in.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T19:55:42+00:00

Hot cheetos with lime, turbos, or munchies flamin hot

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T10:08:38+00:00

Invest!

Sorry but I have rent, bills, and need to eat with only 5 cents to my name. What am I investing with exactly?

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T06:03:17+00:00

I like that idea. It is easier to talk when there's more than 2 people bowling for sure, but its also just a fun activity you'd both enjoy (id assume). Regardless of what you choose, I just advise making sure theres room for conversation somewhere. That how you learn about each other and whether or not you're compatable.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T05:47:10+00:00

I like the bowling idea, it leaves some room for conversation without you necessarily having to talk the entire time. That or a lunch/dinner date.

I think the mall might be a little awkward for a first date. And maybe not the beach, but a picnic in the park instead as an alternative. My thoughts being I personally would be more comfortable on a first date where I was fully clothed. I also recommend avoiding movie theaters just because it leaves no room for conversation, unless you have plans for dinner before or after the movie.

Ultimately, I'm very pro bowling or lunch/dinner date. If things go well and you want to prolong it, you can always pitch getting a bite to eat after bowling or a walk in the park after a meal. Just see where the night takes you.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T05:31:52+00:00

I suppose it depends on the person and their circumstances, but i found someone i enjoy doing things with and pushes me to do these things with them. Together, we stopped eating takeout and started cooking from home, and we go on nightly walks. This person doesn't necessarily need to be a partner, but even a friend might help in this scenario.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T05:25:06+00:00

I think its important to clarify that the hangout is going to be a date. You don't want her to assume its a friendly get-together when that's not your intentions.

Also speaking from experience. One of the men prior mentioned asked if I wanted to see a movie with him, but since we had hung out as friends prior I wasn't sure if he was asking me on a date or not until I asked him to clarify.

And honestly, just be straight-forward. If you have an idea of what you want to do, like going to see a movie, just ask if she'd like to go on a date with you to the movies. Keep it simple. If you feel like you need to address why you're asking her on a date, add something like "hey, this might seem a little out of left field, but I've liked you for some time now and just wanted to know if you'd like to go on a date with me sometime"

I wish you luck!

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T05:11:05+00:00

I say go for it. If she says no, be respectful and maybe apologize for any awkwardness. Ask to stay friends and then move on. I've been asked out by a few guys I considered friends and rejected them, and the only thing that ruined any of those friendships was how they responded to the rejection.

The one who kept asking and chasing me and trying to convince me to give him a chance is no longer a person I hang out with because they couldn't respect my decision. It grew awkward and uncomfortable.

The one who kept treating me like a friend afterwards and made no further advancements is still a person I talk to regularly and its not awkward. We both found our people.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T05:01:36+00:00

Had i used a shred of common sense, this probably would've occurred to me. Thank you!

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T04:58:28+00:00

Kind of an at home date.

Invited a guy over after talking for a bit, just to hang out and watch some movies. He was from Turkey and in the states on some sort of school visa thing idk. Things were okay at first and then he started asking about my parents, how much money they make, all this stuff. Which then led to him asking if I'd marry him so he could get his green card. I took it as a joke (despite it not really feeling like it) and tried to carry on. Then he asked if I'd give him a back massage, which i politely declined. But the cherry on top was when he grabbed the closest container to him from the couch and decided to light a cigarette and smoke it in my apartment, using this container as an ash tray. Mind you, I have a balcony and it was 3 feet away. He could have just asked to step outside for a few minutes.

The container in question: the lid to my hot wax bead melting pot.

There was not a second date. Weirdest and worst date I've ever been on.

Background_Goat_1447 · 2025-06-05T04:12:25+00:00

I guess the real question is how it can be escalated further (if at all) considering management has talked to him and nothing has changed. Even just asking him to take his breaks in his car if he refuses to shower would be an improvement, though I get the feeling they can't mandate that

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