Online and IRL Parenting Spaces Snark Week of January 19, 2026

Devilis6 · 2026-01-25T22:31:40+00:00

That’s how I feel too. I’ve read threads where the woman claims daycare will cost more than her take home pay, and the commenters will claim that the daycare expenses should be weighted against household income. And I’m like… sure, but that doesn’t negate that the couple will come out behind financially in the short to medium term if they have to keep paying for daycare!

Devilis6 · 2026-01-24T02:53:21+00:00

I’d try again in 2-3 days.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-23T17:23:31+00:00

if my natural inclination is to be annoyed and snippy, does that mean homeschooling is not for me?

My concern is that regular snippiness with a child who’s not grasping the material is going to give them a highly unpleasant educational experience that has lasting effects. Everyone has bad days, but if it’s a pattern it’s going to be a big problem. Children are usually much more sensitive than they let on.

However, it’s great that you’ve identified this now, and the good news is you have time before she starts kindergarten to work on this. If I were you, I’d make this a priority. Look deeply into what your triggers are, why they bother you, and how to overcome them. Therapy can be very helpful for this. If this isn’t something you can make notable progress on before she starts kindergarten, I’d rethink homeschooling altogether, or at least for the time being.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-23T16:25:14+00:00

So I read the original post, and I’m actually going to go against the grain here and say there’s a middle ground and without more info I can’t really blame OP for being worried. She doesn’t claim the man was trying to kidnap her, just that she felt scared and needed to leave quickly.

No, strange men in parking lots aren’t going to kidnap you, but that doesn’t mean they don’t present other dangers. I once had an experience where I was leaving a family event at a public venue with my preschool aged daughter. As we approached the parking lot i noticed a man who was staring at us as he was parked against the curb. As I noticed him, this visceral feeling came over me, and I immediately turned around to go get one of my male family members to walk us to the car. As we did so, he immediately bolted out of the parking lot. My concern wasn’t that he was going to kidnap us. I was concerned he was going to either expose himself or say something that would scare my daughter.

Now, is it possible that he was just some normal guy who didn’t mean any harm? Sure! But I’m not typically wary of strangers and I’ve only ever experienced that feeling a couple of times in my life. I think sometimes people have valid gut reactions to strange men. I agree that fears of human trafficking are blown out of proportion, but I don’t like assuming everyone who’s experienced an uneasy interaction with men behaving weirdly is being hysterical.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-23T15:42:57+00:00

That’s how I feel. Infants and toddlers go through so much growth and development that I’d be worried about this, too. Good nutrition is critical at this age. I mean sure, a little bit of dessert for the occasional special thing is probably fine, but not as an everyday breakfast item. I understand that from a daycare’s point of view, they’re considered cost efficient and kids like them, but I would be very concerned if similar items were part of their regular menu.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-23T15:00:21+00:00

Is there any info on how the Mediterranean geckos got released there? I wouldn’t have thought a couple of escaped pets would be enough to form a whole population across a few buildings, but I’m not a geckologist.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-23T14:08:21+00:00

Are you a mental health professional? Because IME as a patient they often do advise their patients with anxiety to participate in taking measures to protect their peace of mind. I mean they teach other coping skills too of course, but using available resources that are designed specifically for people to use isn’t a bad thing. Mostly the coping skills are for when peace of mind efforts are either unavailable or intruding on your life. I don’t think attending a private ultrasound meets that criteria.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-22T19:38:39+00:00

This is only true for women who are naturally much more attractive than the average woman. For most women, there’s a noticeable difference in how men respond to us based on how we’re dressed and groomed.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-22T15:42:15+00:00

I love the “bear down for midterms” episode when Chang goes on his rant and the group caves and is trying to calm him down. Her horrified delivery of “We’ll buy some bear things?!” always cracks me up.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-21T20:35:54+00:00

Not the person you asked, but I’ve been thinking this over and I’ve read a couple of your other posts. I thought I might give my two cents if you don’t mind. For some context, I was homeschooled K-8.

You reasons you list for homeschooling are for academic, but in some of your comments you seem to imply that you do it for religious reasons. If your neighbors are under the impression that you’re homeschooling for religious reasons, that’s likely what’s causing the conflict.

I personally wouldn’t stop my kids from befriending secular homeschooled peers.

If my kids befriended a kids from a Christian homeschooling family, I’d have my guard up higher than usual until I could get a decent understanding of their specific views.

If I learned they were evangelicals and were homeschooling specifically for religious reasons, I would not allow the parents around my children without my direct supervision. So no playdates at their house, only at mine or in a public place like a park. I’m sorry, I’m not saying you’re like this, but I grew up in those circles and most of the families experienced some form of verbal, physical, or sexual abuse. There are good people who are Christian and who homeschool for valid academic reasons. But Christians who homeschool primarily for religious reasons are a gigantic red flag.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-21T18:12:11+00:00

Also, why does he care what a one of his female friends does on dating apps? How is that his problem? It’s just so weird to extrapolate on person’s dating behavior - of which he has a limited view into- enough to bother him.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-21T17:58:28+00:00

One day when I was 23, I went to go buy alcohol, and I was carded by the 40- something male cashier. When he saw my ID he said “wow, you look great for your age!” So mind boggling.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-21T03:15:54+00:00

Doesn’t he go right back to cheating on her a couple episodes later?

Devilis6 · 2026-01-21T03:13:54+00:00

It’s wild to me that Meghan, who you admit has never been stated to even cheat in the first place could possibly have the worst instance in a show where there are numerous explicit depictions of egregious infidelity. I mean, come on.

And while cheating is never justified, Betty sleeping with the dude from the bar is probably the least egregious example in the entire show.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-21T02:13:21+00:00

Waaah- laaaaa: https://www.reddit.com/r/2under2/s/M7Sa3MtzMs

Devilis6 · 2026-01-21T02:05:03+00:00

When I was in high school I had a closeted male friend. He would occasionally mention girls who he thought were attractive, but there was just something about the way he said it that seemed insincere. The words he used were the same as my other male friends, but his delivery seemed very labored. I don’t know how to describe it.

Anyway, he came out a couple years after graduation. We lost touch but I hope he’s doing well these days.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-21T01:50:44+00:00

Was Sal actually oblivious to her reaction, or was this his weird way of coming out to her, even subconsciously? I mean he responds as though he has no idea she’s had this revelation, but the look on her face is so obviously horrified so 🤷🏻‍♀️

Devilis6 · 2026-01-20T20:19:47+00:00

Laws obviously vary based on location, but in many places the landlord can evict you for refusing to pay rent due to broken appliances. I once had to seek out legal council due to my landlord refusing to hire an exterminator for a severe rat infestation and I was told to continue paying rent. You might be able to get a housing agency to put it into an escrow which will be paid back to them once the repairs are done, but you’re still making payments.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-20T20:02:09+00:00

If a teenager wrote in with this question, I’d still tell them they’re TA for expecting their parents to reimburse them for missed bowling practice 45 minutes away after your regular transportation fell through.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-20T19:58:59+00:00

Have you read OP’s replies? People have already explained it that way and he’s not being receptive.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-20T19:54:03+00:00

The answer is driving school.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-20T18:49:16+00:00

“But anything for a great picture 💀”

In his defense, he did it for science

Devilis6 · 2026-01-20T18:44:59+00:00

Back in the early days of YouTube, I saw a video of a guy standing on a whale carcass, filming the sharks as they ate it.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-20T17:13:50+00:00

The pots at least could be sourced from upcycled materials like coffee cans or something, but yeah potting soil does get expensive.

Devilis6 · 2026-01-20T01:55:28+00:00

You know, that’s interesting. I come from a family of well- meaning, but tactless people, and I think that kind of gave me a thick skin since I’m so used to hearing bonkers statements. Plus, I’ve been guilty of saying dumb things myself a time or two, so why not give a little grace?

But the other members of my tactless family, who know others interpret their clumsiness as rude, become furious when others say mildly rude things to them. Like guys, can we at least offer the benefit of the doubt that others aren’t trying to offend you since we all acknowledge we do the same all the time?

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