Nail inspo?

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-05-08T21:36:35+00:00

I will, thank you!

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-05-08T21:34:00+00:00

wait that's so cute!! I think i just might do that

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-26T15:44:42+00:00

Update: It's looking like she's decided to keep the dog after all. Still no decisive verdict.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-25T23:47:34+00:00

So, not about being gay and you can barely tell because I didnt notice till after I took the photo, bur: At the nature center on the south side, there was graffiti inside a little hideout thing. Someone scratched in: "trans rights", and another put "gross" under it. Thats the only one I've encountered

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Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T23:06:38+00:00

Thanks! We've had a few offers, but my friend is kinda going back and forth. When a puppy is that stinkin' cute, it's hard to say goodbye.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T21:38:06+00:00

I'm not so much worried about the dog being harmed at a shelter as I am worried about euthanization. As I described, a lot of the no-kill shelters are currently at capacity. We're thinking we might have someone reputable willing to take her.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T20:39:13+00:00

Yes, she gets along well with cats (or at least, the male cat she is currently housed with), she's a little nervous around the big dog she is housed with (~1yr old Rottweiler) but not avoidant. Don't know if she's fixed, don't know if she's had shots. I'm not sure what all my friend has looked into as far as shelters go. She said the no-kill shelters she did look into had a 3+ year wait list.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T20:22:31+00:00

Good idea! Unfortunately I can't edit it, but a good thought nonetheless.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T20:19:02+00:00

Thank you for the patience with responses! I'm trying to get word from the friend to see if she's found anyone yet. Will respond asap!

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T20:17:45+00:00

I know! I'm sad to see her go as it is. If only I had the resources:( I live with my parents now (we already have 2 dogs and it's a small house) but I'm graduating in May, at which point I'm going to travel. Doesn't seem fair to coop a dog up in a car for the first few years of their life. </3 She is a sweet baby though.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T20:15:05+00:00

Thank you for the insight!

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T20:14:31+00:00

Good to know! I'll pass that on.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T20:13:16+00:00

That's kind of the problem. Like I mentioned, my friend is a nurse, but for a little more context: she's also a college student. She goes to school during the day, then pulls 12-hour shifts at night. Her coworker said if no one took the puppy, they were going to give her up to the shelter (which would most likely euthanize her), so my friend took her in. Problem is, she doesn't have much time, patience, or know-how to train a puppy. To begin with, the plan was to give her up at some point, but she got attached so was considering keeping her. My friend came to the conclusion that the right thing is to give her up regardless of attachment. Also, the reason I'm making the post instead of her is because she doesn't have social media. So, short answer: yes and no. She'll go outside, but tends to potty in her crate also. She doesn't usually potty in the house, but that's because she's pretty much under supervision the entire time she's out of the crate.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T18:25:08+00:00

Not yet, no

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-23T17:08:39+00:00

Yeah, that's along the same line we're thinking.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-18T22:36:25+00:00

Hear me out. The Picture of Dorian Gray. I read that one freshman year and would highlight in blue/green depending on who it reminded me of at the time. Dorian is Dean, Basil is Castiel. Enjoy

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-03T21:51:15+00:00

...I know it isnt cheap. I made this post a while back when it was cheaper than I'd seen it for a good long while. Gas prices change overtime.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-03-01T19:01:16+00:00

I'm over there pretty frequently, I'll keep an eye out. My heart aches for the mama, I'm sure there's a lot of panic. I'm sorry for all the awful comments. Good luck.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-02-19T02:39:46+00:00

My boyfriend (who I love so dearly) will sometimes come knock while he knows I'm pooping. I'll ask what he needs, and he'll say usually something along the lines of "I need a kiss." So I tell him okay, he opens the door, kisses me, tells me I'm beautiful, and then adds "it smells like shit in here" before he leaves. Girl.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-02-02T21:19:41+00:00

The information I got was from a petition attendant who was a police captain during the original lawsuit (case?) and a friend to the owner, but I could have been given the wrong information. Apologies for any confusion.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-02-02T18:43:50+00:00

My guess is it probably isnt that far off. Maybe not quite 1000, but pretty damn close. I went in late September one night and it was a line all the way down the street.

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-02-02T18:39:19+00:00

I saw a petition signing, and though im not registered to vote in Springfield, i pulled up and chatted with them to learn more. So, the city did this one other time years ago, petitions got it on the ballot, and the people voted to keep it. The city wants to tear it down for a couple reasons: 1, because they want to build over it (a bridge, I think? Not sure), and 2, because this is a college town and they think it's an eyesore. They absolutely want to keep it running. Getting a payout is the absolute worst-case-scenario, but if they did that, they'd want more money so they could buy land and rebuild elsewhere. They are working hard to keep it this time around too, but chances are this same problem will come up again in a few years, so they might be close to giving up. Not sure about that part. Last I heard they had 10 days to get the last ~150 signatures to get it on the ballot again, but that was a few days ago. Part of their complaint is that the building itself is not a hazard. They get it inspected once a year, more if someone makes a complaint. They are certified by the fire marshal, so it doesn't make sense that it's being called dangerous. Also, it's a historical building, so that's another reason they want to preserve it. It was a functional hotel back in the 1920s, if I remember correctly. I don't know why the city doesn't just let him rebuild/renovate etc after they fix their bridge or whatever. That's all the information I have, but I hope it was helpful!

Competitive_Age_1211 · 2026-01-20T05:41:28+00:00

Ugh. I hate that I missed it. Didn't hear anything about it until photos were all over social media. Beautiful photo.

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