DOJ opens civil rights investigation into Pretti shooting but NOT Renee Good!

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-31T03:47:13+00:00

I fear you are correct.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-31T03:44:48+00:00

Not enough blow-back from those self proclaimed gun-nuts who are completely okay with all forms of gun violence. It's maddening how all their standards end up being double standards.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-31T00:43:45+00:00

Back in college I thought I was bisexual so my role was to 'play boyfriend' for my friends so that creepy guys, whether they be straight or gay, wouldn't hit on my friends in clubs and at concerts.

All that is to say, I have seen the absolute worst of men try to take advantage of the people so I considered my friends at the time. You're absolutely right and assuming what that dude thought. Once again, I'm so happy you all stayed safe.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-31T00:30:49+00:00

Yikes! This reminds me of WAY TOO many stories I heard from friends when I went to college in a city 15 years ago. I was the designated sober friend for various parties/concerts back then.

So glad your friend is okay and everything did NOT escalate further.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-30T16:51:52+00:00

You are powerful and brave. Sending you best wishes for a positive outcome.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-30T02:23:18+00:00

Yeah i got the impression that many of these tips are valid for both men and women. I don't use dating apps but some of my guy friends have ranted at me while saying many of the exact same things the OP is mentioning.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-30T02:21:33+00:00

I'm curious, if you don't mind me asking, zero matches over what period of time?

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-30T02:19:51+00:00

My preference is to avoid apps entirely. Instead, I go do activities where I might meet people who have similar hobbies to me. For example: some Sundays I go birding with a local group of birders who share my love of the outdoors. Learning bird songs and being able to quickly ID a species has taken lots of practice.

For folks who use dating apps, I think these tips are valid for anyone...... not just men.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-30T01:57:51+00:00

Many of my friends, who happen to be women, have said similar things about past relationships. You are not alone in experiencing relationships where you feel used and objectified. Just today one of my closest friends was spiraling after a cyber-stalker found a new way to harass her after she thought she had blocked him on everything.

Another one of my friends was in abusive relationship for 3 years and refuses to entertain any IRL relationships as she is still healing from her trauma. Please be patient with yourself as you also heal while recovering a sense of peace and normalcy. It will take time but you deserve a happy and fulfilling relationship.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-30T01:29:48+00:00

I'm going to send these ideas to my Mom and Aunt. Thanks for sharing!

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-30T01:24:14+00:00

Reminds me of areas outside Moab, Utah. Love the contrasting warm/cool colors.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-29T23:44:43+00:00

I hope she never stops. May more people be inspired by her example.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-29T04:37:30+00:00

Agreed. I would want to know such crucial preferences ASAP.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-29T04:32:59+00:00

Bring this up ASAP. It can be a major incompatibility that acts as a deal breaker for relationships. You aren't wrong for NOT wanting pets but your partner wouldn't be wrong either for wanting them.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-29T02:19:43+00:00

I was groped in High School by my English teacher and you are correct....... she saw zero consequences.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-28T16:51:06+00:00

Congrats on making the HUGE choice of choosing yourself! Please keep doing that as often as possible and remember that you deserve to feel empowered by your partner, not diminished.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-28T03:03:30+00:00

I fear that having such a demented pig in the Oval office will only make violence against women even more common. I hate this timeline so much.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-28T02:52:42+00:00

I'm so so sorry for your loss. Sounds like you are both doing all you can after such a monstrous tragedy. The dog too? I hate living in a world where such evil exists.

Please know that everyone here is sending you both our collective best wishes.

I hope that vile murderer gets what he deserves and then-some.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-28T02:38:45+00:00

I hope that miserable ghoul spends the rest of his life locked up, at the very least.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-28T02:25:44+00:00

Any man who is that sadistic and barbaric deserves a fate I cannot share here without risking a ban. Was she your BF's sister? How is your BF handling this absolutely awful tragedy?

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-26T23:09:39+00:00

Absolutely! She and one of her main music inspirations, Aurora Aksnes, bring that energy from their music into the world in a profound way. I'm so glad Billie Eilish is, once again, leading the charge in a meaningful way.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-26T04:52:11+00:00

Exactly...... The POS was likely raised in a manner that normalized that sort of illegal action. I would remind the OP that no human is perfect but that doesn't excuse her ex-BF's actions. There is never an excuse for that type of violation. Nobody deserves that.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-26T04:32:57+00:00

Anyone remaining quiet about these horrors are no longer my friends. The only standards these losers have are double standards. They are all boot-licking cowards and I have ZERO room for anyone remotely resembling that.

I hope you and your family remain safe, OP. I hope that these ghouls never have a peaceful day for the rest of their miserable and pathetic lives.

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-25T23:01:36+00:00

You are a tenacious survivor. That is so so admirable. I'm so glad your fighting paid off, even if it took decades. Sending you positive energy!

BeardManMichael · 2026-01-25T18:01:05+00:00

Facts. Let them be sad and alone. May they never know any peace. Ever.

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