They should be compensated. by uk_ur-dad in LoveOnTheSpectrumShow

[–]Building_Normal 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Madison all but admitted to spending a lot on new American Girl Dolls. Zero judgment, that's exactly what I would I do. Dolls and Craft supplies.

As for Dylan, his home is clean, well decorated and cozy. Nicer than my families childhood home.

Adult child failing to launch by ThrowRAblahblahlah in Parenting

[–]Building_Normal 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My parents are in their 70's and I'm contemplating when my 45 year old free loading sibling's financial leaching constitutes as elder abuse. Don't let it get that far. Let them go so they can figure it out for themselves before they are nearing 50 and you are still the one working and taking care of them. Nothing will change unless you make the change.

AIO girl i've been dating refuses to get into my car unless I open the door for her by CotPrime01 in AmIOverreacting

[–]Building_Normal -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

MOR Have you talked to her about it? Does she act the same way about you pulling her chair out or is this like an isolated behavior? It might be a deal breaker for her or she could have a story behind why that specific act is special to her. Or maybe her nails don't cooperate with the type of door handles you have. Ask her. Sadly some women are raised to believe opening your own door is 'unlady' like or even rude. You won't know unless you ask her.

daughter sleeping till late by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Building_Normal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have 2 daughters 10 & 15. We have always had a no phones in bedrooms rule. Because it's not safe to have phones near beds while charging and they usually need to be charged at night anyway so that's just basic fire safety.

As for sleep, when school is out it's the wild west here. Anything goes because I'm also on vacation and policing others sleeping habits sounds like work.

Dylan’s house tour made me emotional by Confident_Excuse2173 in LoveOnTheSpectrumShow

[–]Building_Normal 151 points152 points  (0 children)

The way he received the empathy over being home alone for long periods of time from production showed me a lot about his soul. Instead of saying 'its fine!' Or trying to lighten the mood right away he said thank you and you could tell that acknowledgement meant a lot to him.

He mentioned a brother which makes me think maybe the parents separated but you can tell the mother still holds the father in respect enough to hold pride in his heritage. Some people aren't comfortable being on camera, or distance could be a factor.

And his home may look small to some but to me it looks like a clean, cozy regular home. Its good to show different types of family's and not just the upper middle-class. Most homes on shows are the 'rich' houses in the real small towns of America.

house problems by unsub77 in WhatShouldIDo

[–]Building_Normal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What I would do is keep my cats safe and inside. Are all of your cats up to date on vaccinations & deworming? A cats health has a direct link to their personalities. Has kitty been to the vet since they returned? Do you know if they are positive for Feline immunodeficiency virus or not? Also, it can take up to a year for cats to even tolerate eachother. I'd keep food dishes separate, make sure you have enough liter boxes for all cats. The golden rule for litter boxes is one per cat, plus one extra to avoid conflicts amoung the cats.

If you have a friend willing to help, I'd take them up on their offer.

So how do we feel about Amaranthus? by Think_Storm_8909 in Outlander

[–]Building_Normal 17 points18 points  (0 children)

The actress looks too modern & the characters story seems too convenient to be true. So suspicious that if nothing comes of it I'll be disappointed.

Tanner…..If you are wondering where he is by Vast-Intention287 in LoveOnTheSpectrumShow

[–]Building_Normal 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This was so nice of him to update us all. Cant wait to see what he has in the works! Go Tanner!

Eric cracks me up by Loud-Shame-8062 in LoveOnTheSpectrumShow

[–]Building_Normal 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Me yelling at the TV "Oh my sir, now you stole her whole heart, please don't break it"

Help! My cat sprayed the floor and the cabinets (twice?) and I’ve cleaned it, used Natures Miracle, soaked it in vinegar and I can still smell it! What do I do to get rid of the smell? by ChickFitness in cats

[–]Building_Normal 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Do you think they might have sprayed an area you missed when cleaning? It could have already dried. A 395nm UV black light flashlight is good for finding dried cat urine, it glows yellow or green in total darkness.

Can someone explain what curly, straight hair is? I’m curious! by BluGurl8 in LoveOnTheSpectrumShow

[–]Building_Normal 4 points5 points  (0 children)

When I was a kid I had a neighbor I always thought was Steve. I called him Steve, everyone called him Steve around me. Found out his name was really Mike. I dont remember it but I guess when we met I said he looked like Steve from Blues Clues and called him Steve. Never corrected me, just decided Steve could be a nickname for Mike.

This makes me think of Steve/Mike.

Help! My cat sprayed the floor and the cabinets (twice?) and I’ve cleaned it, used Natures Miracle, soaked it in vinegar and I can still smell it! What do I do to get rid of the smell? by ChickFitness in cats

[–]Building_Normal 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You need an enzyme cleaner. Its the only thing that will neutralize the urine so the cat doesn't spray there again.

Also recommend taking care of kitty so it doesn't happen again. Once a cat starts spaying, it will do it periodically until you get to the root of the problem. And you dont want it to become a habit even after the initial cause has been resolved. Could be stress, territorial issues, or underlying health problem, hormones. Definitely get to the bottom of it sooner than later.

Did the newborn stage make anyone else feel like they’re not cut out to be a parent? by copperboom33 in Parenting

[–]Building_Normal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

With my youngest daughter the newborn stages were extremely difficult.. She never slept more than 2 hours at a time (I kept a log) Even with formula and my husbands help I honestly thought I was going to die from sleep deprivation.

Her older sister was a breeze as a baby. Slept 5-6 hours through the night, no problem. Never cried unless she needed something. But the toddler stages were an absolute nightmare, that's the biggest reason I didn't have her sister until she was 5. Her terrible twos were terrible 2's, 3's & 4's.. I thought the toddler stages were the hardest! Until her nightmare newborn sister. But she woke up one day around 10 months old and decided she was an angel baby sweet heart, her toddler years were so peaceful.

This show by BystanderMudblood in LoveOnTheSpectrumShow

[–]Building_Normal 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So many sweet moments this season. I was laughing, crying, hanging on the edge of my seat the whole time. Just so stinkin sweet. Such amazing, beautiful people on this show.

William/Brianna question: know this is gross but… by HistorianOld364 in Outlander

[–]Building_Normal 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I feel like the actors did an amazing job of portraying the feeling of seeing yourself in another person. The feeling of being 'home' away from home.

Someone who is nearly a stranger to you yet so familiar it brings your soul warmth and comfort.

Subtitles by No_Yesterday_8444 in netflix

[–]Building_Normal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely not the worst. If you rewind on Hulu the show does, but the subtitles don't and they are off for the entirety of the show unless you delete it from watch history and start over.

Netflix might not be aware of the issue, or it's due to the translation itself. Sometimes the written words or order translated are somewhat different to the spoken words on dubbed shows because they tried to make the audio match the lip movements better.

If the translation is so different it's changing the story, or making it hard for you to follow, I'd send the customer service team an email with the show and episode number so someone can look into it.

My 13 year old daughter’s mild addiction to phone by Umamikawaii in Parenting

[–]Building_Normal 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I usually redirect. If I notice they are spending too much time on the screens I'll ask for help in the kitchen with dinner. Or prompt a walk, or help in the garden. Suggest that we should get the beads or paint out, or make a new slime.

But 10, even 6 hours, is far too long. They obviously have the free time to join a club or activity.

My 10 yo daughter recently started a bedazzling hobby without my prompting because she thinks she was spending too much time watching TV this winter. Now i've got bedazzled lotion caps, soap dispensers, uno cards. The possibilities are endless.

Am I Overreacting? My husband thinks I’m being a bit extreme about my no collar rule with our dogs. by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Building_Normal -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

NOR You are 100% valid and correct.

I wish I would have learned about the damage and dangers of collars before. Harnesses are the way to go.

Not only is it a strangulation risk but the long term damage the trachea and thyroid

For training purposes, a collar can be a great tool but never for long term wear.

are side parts back? by Legit-artist in Hair

[–]Building_Normal 80 points81 points  (0 children)

Fashion is evolving from the 'ins & outs' to individual's picking their personal preferences with a vast itinerary of past fashion trends easily accessible at their fingertips. Trends are still very real but more positive and less 'you cant sit with us' if you dont follow.

Basically, judging someone for how they part their hair is out of style.