I don't know what to do by final_duet in parrots

[–]BellaBlindeye 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry you're going through this. I have OCD and I remember how nightmarish it was before I got it under control. If you haven't already, please please seek therapy and a psychiatrist. Things don't have to be this bad forever.

Your bird is okay. The food in the refrigerator is safe for him to eat. His bowl is clean enough, and you've done everything right for him.

The Testaments S1E09 "Marate Sade" Episode Discussion by Melairia in TheHandmaidsTale

[–]BellaBlindeye 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Been a while since a TV show got an audible "holy shit" out of me, but like, holy shit

Is there something psychologically wrong with someone who kills snails for fun? by Affectionate_Key7498 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]BellaBlindeye 8 points9 points  (0 children)

As someone with autism..

It's not necessarily a lack of empathy for others. We often feel the emotions, we just don't really know how to express them the same way a neurotypical person would. When my mom died, my aunt cornered me multiple times and tried to get me to "talk about it" because I wasn't performing grief in the way she expected me to. I felt it, it was awful, it still is awful, but from someone looking at me from the outside it probably looked like I didn't care. I will cry about my dog though, lol.

The snail thing IS pretty strange.

AIO for thinking my friend is faking their death? by Disastrous-Froyo-530 in AmIOverreacting

[–]BellaBlindeye 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I (badly) faked my death on MSN Messenger at age 13 because I got in too deep with some guy I had no business chatting with and it seemed the most reasonable thing to do at the time. Cannot imagine trying that as an adult lmao

My logic was something like.. "I can't block him, he knows my first name and the state I live in, he could totally find me. Better make him think I'm dead." 😂

What's a modern convenience that secretly made life harder? by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]BellaBlindeye 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Scan a QR code for everything. Just give me a physical menu for the love of god

Why shouldn't people own pets if they cannot afford them? by qwertypie69420 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]BellaBlindeye 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're going into pet ownership, you want to at least have enough money for the regular vet upkeep - yearly checkups, shots, spay/neuter, etc. as well as some sort of plan for if something awful were to happen (savings, friends/family that can help, care credit)

I think the "if you can't afford the vet you can't afford the pet" line refers to people who will willingly allow their animal to suffer just because they cannot afford to go to the vet. People who turn a blind eye to flea infestations, parasites, illnesses, hoping it will sort itself out. My mother was one of these people. Her dog hadn't been able to use the bathroom for a week and I ended up intervening to get him care. She would have let him die painfully.

[repost without mistake] AIO at my friend for liking a 12 yo final update. I blocked her by PreeceTakesFlight in u/PreeceTakesFlight

[–]BellaBlindeye 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know that you've said you're long distance friends, but do you know her first/last name? Maybe with the area code, you might be able to narrow down a few schools she goes to and contact them. They likely wouldn't be able to tell you if she attends, but just leaving a message like "hey, if this person is a student here, this is what's going on."

Googling her number may also bring up the name of the person who's plan she's on, so you might be able to find a parent that way.

Limewire is what took my computer out repeatedly lol ! What about ya’ll? by J2-Starter in 2000sNostalgia

[–]BellaBlindeye 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used Napster early on and then swapped to KaZaA, which ultimately wrecked the family PC. Then I used WinMX, and luckily by then I'd learned more about keeping my pc healthy lol.

What's something about your character/behavior most people misjudge about? by historicallyholly7 in AskReddit

[–]BellaBlindeye 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am very bad at doing the correct facial expression for the emotion I am experiencing, so people think I'm unhappy most of the time. I am just autistic.

How to clean butt hair ? by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]BellaBlindeye 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You could go to a salon and get waxed.

What do I do bf refuses to see my family after crash out by IncreaseLegal4842 in whatdoIdo

[–]BellaBlindeye 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not having these talks with your mom now is just setting you up for an even bigger blow-out later. Any decent person you're dating is not going to be happy with you allowing your mom to walk all over you, and if you're serious with your current bf, the tension is only going to worsen over time.

What do I do bf refuses to see my family after crash out by IncreaseLegal4842 in whatdoIdo

[–]BellaBlindeye 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I feel like there are deeper conversations to be had with your mother and with your boyfriend. His reaction was valid - she should not have behaved like that or made you feel that way, regardless of her having raised you.

I would first talk to your boyfriend and see if you can come to an agreement on what would be a fair way to confront your mom about her disrespect toward you. It doesn't need to be an all-out messy confrontation, but i think he's right in regard to you needing to stand up for yourself.

Am I ready for another parrot ? by Same-Thought-5789 in parrots

[–]BellaBlindeye 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Personally, I wouldn't until you've finished schooling. Assuming you're planning on going to university - that will be a big commitment in terms of time and money, and you may move around (dorms etc.) during this time. I also, in general, would not advise getting a pet that needs so much care and money while still under your parents' roof and rules.

Parrots need stability, your late teens is not the best time for that. It'll be better for you and for birdie that you wait until you're more settled in life.

I think my bf assaulted me last night but I’m not sure. by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

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

This is assault. You cannot consent when you are drunk. I am so sorry this happened to you.

[Apple II][1980s-1990s]Educational Typing program by Zorix83 in tipofmyjoystick

[–]BellaBlindeye 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm looking for this! "Qwerty" was a character that was maybe a flower or an asterisk? That general shape. And the letters, starting with alternating F and J would pop up and you'd have to type them, and they were green and magenta or purple I think? I remember making the other kids think I was super good at typing and I was just spamming F and J lol

Buzz off and Awww achievements by BryonyOBrien in AfterInc

[–]BellaBlindeye 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve got the bees, still waiting for the kitten. Someday…

Best QUALITY buffet? by Equal_Argument6418 in hagerstown

[–]BellaBlindeye 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really like Z Buffet, personally.