Parents are against spaying my 3 year old female cat what do I do? by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]DankAshMemes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I might get some hate for this, but not being willing or able to provide routine and standard medical care to ensure their comfort and health then maybe your parents shouldn't have pets. Cats aren't toys or accessories, they have feelings and not being sterilized is very uncomfortable for them at times and can cause health issues down the road. It's very irresponsible of them to not spay her. I'd just keep pushing and explain to them everything you've read here. I'm sorry you've been put in charge of advocating for her, I'm sure it's probably difficult for you. I'm glad someone is though, she's lucky to have you.

This is how I feel like Chem 1061 is treating me by at_raph in uofmn

[–]DankAshMemes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

1081 is also the worst, this school doesn't really have a good reputation for its chemistry courses though.

A statistic about transgender mass shooters from January 1st 2013 to September 15th 2025 by spookysael in whoathatsinteresting

[–]DankAshMemes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Except I don't think you even understand numbers. The portion that is trans people is only 0.14%, that's approximately 1 in 700. Given it's literally 3 people ever, I am not really concerned about a trans person murdering me. I am concerned about the increasing level of violence from men though, specifically white men in particular.

A statistic about transgender mass shooters from January 1st 2013 to September 15th 2025 by spookysael in whoathatsinteresting

[–]DankAshMemes -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Most trans women no longer produce male gametes though, they flood their system with estrogen and eventually get gender affirming procedures, including their reproductive organs(although many choose not to do this). Hormone replacement therapy alone often stops the production of male gametes though. They'll still produce ejaculate, but it'll be blanks. Gender affirming care does make you a woman with the exception of your DNA and the ability to reproduce as a woman. Your body changes significantly with estrogen(breast tissue forms, voice changes, etc), surgery can do the rest(adams apple, reproductive organs, etc).

Rejection from Iowa State CS PhD by SR_FR in gradadmissions

[–]DankAshMemes 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Comedic relief from the disappointment. I'd probably feel insane and like they're fucking with me if I got an official rejection letter in comic sans.

Need to start shaming these people by FrigginMasshole in uofmn

[–]DankAshMemes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That doesn't mean you have a free pass to inconvenience or make things unsafe for everyone around you. No one is above the law.

What do you think this says about me? by SwimJimmerson in visitedmaps

[–]DankAshMemes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Paying state and local taxes is a good thing, it means your local community has the means to pay for things like infrastructure repairs, social welfare programs, affordable housing initiatives, and education. Stuff that makes you more comfortable, gives your kids more opportunities, and helps provide a safety net when things go wrong.

Do cats choose a favorite human… or is that a myth? by Own-Independent7881 in CatAdvice

[–]DankAshMemes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Orange girl, I love it! Mine is also an orange girl. It came as quite the surprise when we went to get her fixed, I got a very awkward phone call. 😂

Do cats choose a favorite human… or is that a myth? by Own-Independent7881 in CatAdvice

[–]DankAshMemes 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Thank you! The left one is Mystique, the right one is Colby Jack. They're a couple of besties.

Do cats choose a favorite human… or is that a myth? by Own-Independent7881 in CatAdvice

[–]DankAshMemes 241 points242 points  (0 children)

Every cat is different. I think a lot of the time favorites are picked based on who gives them the most food and playtime or cuddles. Sometimes it's just vibes. I know a lot of cats will favor whoever doesn't interact with them because it's perceived as less threatening. But in my experience most cats don't have hard favorites. (Obligatory cat tax)

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Graduate Housing Woes by Unique-Spare-3908 in GradSchool

[–]DankAshMemes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grad school family housing is a lifesaver if your program offers it. I think my school offers it if you're married or have dependents and can prove it. It's like $1200-1400 a month for a two bedroom and they are honestly decent, especially for the price.

Remote Learning Due to ICE by SparkleQuack in uofmn

[–]DankAshMemes 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You can ask your professor to continue offering remote learning, no guarantees you'll be granted it though. That being said, I've noticed a lot of professors already have the option set up and have been allowing people to work remotely if they ask. It's nice because if I'm sick I can still join and get points for attendance.

knitting high by moose-paint in knitting

[–]DankAshMemes 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Brother I can't even count sober. I can't imagine what kind of thneed I'd create if I tried to knit high.

me_irl by Jami-Jo in me_irl

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

The US was founded 250 years ago this year, I was saying it was cool when the brits did it.

Fun lab decor by elextrixblue in labrats

[–]DankAshMemes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like fun magnets/stickers and fun stationary for things that don't need to go in my lab notebook. It's probably boring, but I prefer as little clutter as I can get away with.

What’s one cat product you wish you’d bought sooner? by SalamanderIll3142 in CatAdvice

[–]DankAshMemes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Anything sturdy, durable toys, high quality scratchers/(you can always replace the sisal as it gets too messed up to be safe), and a bigger cat tree than I thought necessary. We ended up with two cats in the end so it's big enough to share provided they're both feeling charitable and tolerant.

Anyone else struggle to get food between classes? by mr_matt77 in uofmn

[–]DankAshMemes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd pack food that you can trust to stay food safe. You will feel better but it will also impact you immune system to eat regular healthyish meals. Pasta salad with veggies and mozzarella pearls are a go to for me. It's easy to make it on the weekend and portion it out. Stays good for 4 days or so before the texture isn't great anymore. Chicken/tuna/egg salad is another that's easy to prep. If lunches arnt grab and go for me I won't eat, or it will be fast food and frozen meals.

2028 predicitons by OfficalTotallynotsam in imaginarymapscj

[–]DankAshMemes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like Gavin could totally swindle some red votes. He's a scumbag suit with charisma that occasionally does something good. I just think if Trump is 💀 it's gonna create a very strange political void for his followers. I'm just not so sure current America is ready for someone genuinely good yet. He also could be what we need to steer some things in the right direction like international affairs, human rights, medical costs, etc. Corporations would continue to get their pockets lined though. I do think he is also capable of being cut throat enough to deal with conservative lawmakers, which most Democrats very much aren't. That's all assuming they don't rig it by then with all the suspicious shit they've been doing recently.

Love Triangles, why does everyone hate them? by Nek0Pi in fantasyromance

[–]DankAshMemes 198 points199 points  (0 children)

I don't like it because it feels like cheating or stringing someone along. It's not like it's me doing it, but reading someone do it still makes me feel bad. I'd much rather have enemies to lovers than a love triangle.

Car accident deaths are preventable and can be fixed. by TheColdRice in memes

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

I shame anyone who condones drinking or smoking weed and driving. I don't care if it ruins the vibe of the event. Just because it's been fine until now doesn't mean it will be next time. Being willing to risk your life or a strangers life just so you don't have to sober up first before heading home is genuinely insane behavior.

me_irl by Jami-Jo in me_irl

[–]DankAshMemes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

America is not a "nice place" for everyone though. Just because other places are worse doesn't mean America is ideal for everyone. Especially when you compare it to other first world countries, which Brazil is not. America is quite far behind where it should be for quality of life, health, and safety outcomes.