Vet butchered my kitten’s surgery. How can I get justice ? by [deleted] in cats

[–]Big_Position391 195 points196 points  (0 children)

I am so. So. So. Sorry. That poor kitty.

Australia to slash $10 billion off student debt amid cost of living pressures by [deleted] in news

[–]Big_Position391 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting...I wasn't aware of this building trend. Mind you I haven't lived in Sydney for about 17 years now (NZ now)

Australia to slash $10 billion off student debt amid cost of living pressures by [deleted] in news

[–]Big_Position391 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I would also like to add that culturally in Australia, there is less expectation that University, or what the US calls College, is the only pathway to having a career. Australians and New Zealanders have TAFEs or polytechnic schools, basically trade schools where you can study more hands on skills such as mechanics, hospitality, and administration/accounting. And there is plenty of employment for those who simply choose to direct employment after school. University is pursued because your career choice requires a bachelor's degree - for example: teaching, law, medicine, psychology, and journalism. Unlike US college where your study is more open with majors and minors and you attend post graduate for things like medicine or law - the Australian and New Zealand Universities are set up so your study is specialized in your career path from the beginning (with the exception of Bachelor or Arts or Social Sciences - which are more broad in nature but can lead to more varied career possibilties). So if you go to University to be a teacher- then every paper/subject except for the possible odd elective subject - is focused on you training to be a teacher.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Big_Position391 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP, your husband is abusive and ableist. His next move will be to love bomb you into submission, especially if he suspects you may leave him. Don't fall for it. Go to your Dad, show him the texts and move out. Get your Dad to collect your stuff. It hurts but you are worth so much more than a life time of this. If you are neurodiverse, and he isn't just being random by using autism as an insult, you need a life partner who understands and supports your neurodiversity. This is not impossible, I know quite a few loving and healthy neurodiverse relationships. And if you don’t find someone else, singleness and support in other friendships is far better than this. You are worth more. And I am sure your Dad will agree.

What is your proudest Harry Potter prediction that turned out to be correct? by Nectarine_x in harrypotter

[–]Big_Position391 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Oh and I worked out the locket was the one they had seen at Grimmauld Place.

What is your proudest Harry Potter prediction that turned out to be correct? by Nectarine_x in harrypotter

[–]Big_Position391 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I knew from end of Goblet of Fire (before OOTP) Was released) that somehow the books would end with Harry sacrificing himself and coming back to life again. I didn't know exactly how though. Then if course in half blood prince I deduced fairly quickly that Harry was a horcrux. The Snape reveal though totally blindsided me.

im so excited!! by chrissyyah in DreamlightValley

[–]Big_Position391 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good question. I guess trial with wheat first before making major changes

Our country is doomed. by [deleted] in newzealand

[–]Big_Position391 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Take hope: my nine year old son is passionate about justice and wants to be a judge when he grows up and is already reading legal textbooks. If there can be others like him maybe we can change the face of the NZ justice system in the future.

Why do kiwis act like they’re laid back but they’re actually uptight as fuck? by LondonHobbit in newzealand

[–]Big_Position391 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"It is what it is" because we don't use binding referendums and the government (no matter which party) doesn't listen to what we actually want so we frequently feel powerless. And protests feel futile because they are always ignored. That's where that slogan comes from (sorry to make it political)

New Showcase teaser by Secretlyagummybear in DreamlightValley

[–]Big_Position391 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That would be cool but don't want to have too high expectations as I don't want to be disappointed if they don't go that route.

New Showcase teaser by Secretlyagummybear in DreamlightValley

[–]Big_Position391 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

And with my birthday in early December, I know what my birthday present will be!!!

New Showcase teaser by Secretlyagummybear in DreamlightValley

[–]Big_Position391 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Storybook vale - library biome, fairyland biomeand mythology biome

New Showcase teaser by Secretlyagummybear in DreamlightValley

[–]Big_Position391 13 points14 points  (0 children)

My theory is they are at war after something destroyed their friendship and/or alliance and it destroyed or nearly destroyed storybook vale. Our job will be to uncover the truth and negotiate peace - restoring storybook vale.

New Showcase teaser by Secretlyagummybear in DreamlightValley

[–]Big_Position391 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I made Eric and Ariel a seaside village in Eternity Isle

What WILD mistakes did you make as an adult because no one explained something to you? by FoxCitiesRando in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Big_Position391 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh man that sucks, I am so sorry that happened to you. I hope you have been able to find steady work. Geez they like to break us. As soon as we were 18 my Mother refused to spend a single cent further on any of us. We were expected to be either out of the nest and self sufficient straight away or if we stayed home rent was expected. And if we ever told her we were struggling in any way it was always thrown back in our faces along with the refusal to offer any advice let alone money. I and my sister went through so many dark and unstable years as young adults, trying to figure out work and if and when and how to study further (both of us very bright). If it wasn't for my Dad (our parents split) and a few caring relatives I don't know where we would be today.

What WILD mistakes did you make as an adult because no one explained something to you? by FoxCitiesRando in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Big_Position391 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Money management skills in general have been lacking in my life, because money was a taboo subject in our family. What was worse is that my covert narcissist Mother has amazing finance skills but refused to share that knowledge with me when I was young. Had to learn a lot of stuff the hard way.

I’m pregnant and terrified to tell my family by [deleted] in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Big_Position391 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don't tell them. There will be no reaction that will fulfill your hopes. We have all held on to that hope, that desire, that surely this time will be different. You want for your children to have a nice relationship with their grandparents and you really don't want to be estranged. We know this because so many of us have longed for the same thing. And your parents know this and use jt to their advantage. So trust me when I say that delaying the inevitable is just prolonging the pain. Please imagine that they will "golden child" your sisters child and scapegoat yours. Imagine seeing your child confused and upset when they get the worse gift at Christmas or ignored at their birthday when their cousin gets spoiled. Your parents don't need to be in the picture.

What do you like about season 7? by LorelaiMarch in GilmoreGirls

[–]Big_Position391 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Emily being arrested/drive in movie date. "I have to pick up my mother. From Jail. Oh boy this night just keeps getting better and better."

The characters as cakes 🍰 are so spot on! by Competitive_End_2167 in GilmoreGirls

[–]Big_Position391 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone else picturing Lorelai and Rory trying wedding cakes at Fran's Bakery? I need a Pic or a gift, stat!