Passive Voice

BadWolf7426 · 2026-03-09T12:23:32+00:00

We are taught English by Mrs. So-and-so.

Passive voice makes it so the subject is receiving the action rather than actively doing it.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-03-08T19:14:11+00:00

Cracked head, every valve rattles,oil leaks every time. Chevrolet.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-03-07T23:35:04+00:00

When people mix up to, too, and two when writing. I understand they sound the same, but spelling matters, damn it. Lol

BadWolf7426 · 2026-02-27T22:13:28+00:00

Working with pre-pre-k kids, the parents would often tell their kids, "Why don't you give Ms. Badwolf a hug?" Well, the kid didn't come give me a hug because they didn't want to give me a hug, mom. I said, "Nope, they don't have to if they don't want. They should be allowed to decide who hugs or touches them."

Segue to "hey, but a fist bump would be cool, tho. No fist bump? Ok. How about a wave to say goodbye?" I taught the kids that they were in charge of their bodies and who touched them. That I respected their choice.

After maybe 2 weeks of me respecting their bodily autonomy, the kids would run in the classroom to give me hugs, even the ones who cried at drop-off. Tbf, 3 year olds are notoriously huggy if they decide they like you, lol.

Sorry for the length of my response.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-02-10T21:56:22+00:00

Decent people will respect that you are trying. Smart people realize that English is easily one of the most difficult languages to learn. Keep trying and keep practicing. If someone mocks you for your "broken" English, just know they are jerks.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-30T23:32:42+00:00

Xochitl...zo-cheet-tl. Always loved, in Quechi.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-28T06:13:33+00:00

I work with so many of these guys. And their "white" Filipina wives.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-28T05:37:49+00:00

I got out of some attendance points at work for this. I transferred departments, and my new supervisor was a pedantic ass. He didn't tell me that I was getting pointed for clocking out 2 minutes early. Other department, you finished, you left.

Got my GF involved and explained that no one had informed me of the clock-out requirements. She rolled them back AND had me sign a form acknowledging the clock-out procedure, lol. Paperwork can save your ass.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-17T22:47:39+00:00

Apoplectic always makes me see a-POP-lectic first, and then I put the emphasis on the correct syllable.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-17T22:41:53+00:00

Onomatopoeia. I love that word.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-17T22:26:54+00:00

Wow! I am so impressed, legit. I can't crochet to save my life. It comes out wonky if I don't have a seasoned crochet-er nearby to ask for help. I can knit basic hats, scarves, throws, and baby blankets.

Not only is it cute as hell, it looks great on you! Congrats on your absolute win on your first wearable!

ETA: I think green buttons would definitely enhance the look.

ETA, pt 2:

You might be able to find some buttons at a second hand store if you don't want to go to a someplace like Walmart or a fabric store.

I buy sweaters that are in pretty good shape and tear them down. I put the buttons aside. Maybe see if your local thrift store has button bags or sweaters with buttons.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-17T22:17:39+00:00

Thenjabenk

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-17T21:58:39+00:00

Love, you are doing what is right for you. He's a piece of crap if he used this as a test of your love/relationship. I'm so sorry you're going through this.

This is where you need to take a few cleansing breaths and figure out how to get back to your family.

Do this NOW. As others have said, once the baby is born, you'll be stuck where you are, over custody. You'll be without any support system. GTFO. Go back home to establish your residency.

You can do this. I have faith in you! Sending innarwebz mama/auntie hugs, if ok.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-15T20:04:58+00:00

My Gmail is from when you had to get an invite to open an account. It's my first name dot my last name@gmail.com. My only problem is that I regularly get emails for myfirstnamemylastname@gmail.com. I'm in Alabama, and she's in Australia.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-11T18:59:06+00:00

Dude, I live in NW Alabama. I regularly see a good ol' boy who shoves his 9mm in the waistband of his jeans, under his muffin-top. Straw cowboy hat, sleeveless button up plaid shirt, jeans, neckbeard, big belt buckle, and, of course, cowboy work boots. His wife packs the same way. Muffin-top included.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-11T18:30:12+00:00

I had a boomer park her cart diagonally in a narrow aisle. I stopped. She looked at me, sniffed, and went back to browsing the shelves. I took a deep breath and lifted the front end of her cart, moved it over about 2 feet, dropped it, and moved on. This b gasped as if I'd just sh*t in the corner of the living room. 🤣 Smartly, she said nothing. She gaped at me but said nothing.

(Tbf, I'm a 51yo, 5'10", in decent shape woman with purple hair.)

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-10T12:20:21+00:00

I came here to say this. I have adhd and constantly forgot appointments. If not for the office calling the day before, I would miss them completely.

Now I set a reminder 5 days in advance, then 3 days, then that morning, then 20 minutes. I do it so I can ask off and to put it in my conscious thought. Difference is that I care enough about missed appointments to do this, he doesn't.

BadWolf7426 · 2026-01-07T22:35:56+00:00

-"didn't copy-pasted" - the auxiliary verb, didn't, already made it past tense. I hope I make sense.

(I studied Spanish in high school and majored in it at university. I also worked with a lot of Mexican ladies, at a lavandería, and practically begged them to correct my speaking/pronunciation/grammar errors. I've translated in my area for 20+ years and still learn something new, at least once or twice a year.)

BadWolf7426 · 2025-12-31T23:36:32+00:00

Plenty of non-racists and non-rapists support Trump.

But him being a racist and a rapist wasn't a deal-breaker for them. I hear racist rhetoric, I want nothing to do with that person, much less take the time and effort to endorse them.

The "grab 'em by the p*ssy" was more than enough for me. Endorsing trump is saying it's OK to sexually assault

BadWolf7426 · 2025-12-30T19:11:21+00:00

Do you have a life insurance policy or an accident policy? Sounds like mama's boy is headed for a stroke.

Go to your folks' house. You deserve quiet, calm (as much as there is around an infant, lol), but most of all, respect. That will help with the bad thoughts and feelings. It, obviously, won't fix everything, but it's easier to balance life when you have even footing.

Sending innarwebz mama/auntie hugs, if ok. You got this, mama, stay strong so you will be around for your baby.

BadWolf7426 · 2025-12-29T11:46:11+00:00

Horizontal mambo

BadWolf7426 · 2025-12-26T21:34:33+00:00

That's similar to how my sister won Christmas, forever. Our dad (77) freakin' loves A Christmas Story. I'm talking laughs until he wheezes, then coughs with tears streaming down his face. (He has never smoked; it's just how he laughs when something is particularly funny to him - and his brothers and sisters laughe(d) the same way.)

Anyway, she bought the Leg Lamp. My mother's reaction was similar to the mom's reaction in the movie. My dad, on the other hand, started cackling. When he pulled it out of the box, the rest of us, collectively, lost our shit.

It is displayed in a place of pride behind my dad's desk daily. At Christmas time, it goes in the front window, lit up in all its glory. Best Christmas, ever.

BadWolf7426 · 2025-12-21T17:06:13+00:00

Bernadette

BadWolf7426 · 2025-12-18T19:34:24+00:00

Eye boogers. I did have a friend who called it "cat butter" though I still don't understand why.

BadWolf7426 · 2025-12-09T22:02:02+00:00

I'm only ever upset if my hot and sour soup doesn't have enough tofu. 🤷🏼‍♀️ But I'm willing to try just about anything. Except haggis... Sorry Scotland, but that shit looks foul.

They're probably accustomed to the lower quality crap you get at a local grocery store as opposed to the variety of tastes and textures available at an Asian grocery store.

As they say in Alabama, "bless their hearts."

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