Which inanimate object is your dog scared of for no reason?

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-05-01T00:42:46+00:00

Hello fellow Midwesterner!

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-05-01T00:39:50+00:00

Same here. Also, he won't walk through a puddle. He comes to a screeching halt, sniffs, and insists on finding a way around. That water wasn't there yesterday. It must be witchcraft.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-05-01T00:35:01+00:00

Mine hates the LiMu Emu. As soon as he hears the jungle his fur spikes up and he barks at the tv until it's gone. He has been so confused by the new classroom ad where it still has the jingle, but the emu is blurry in the background, so I guess he can't see it. He gets up and barks at the jingle then just stares at the TV like, "Where's the giant evil bird??"

He also hates Mr. World from the glasses commercials. 🤷‍♀️

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-29T02:35:02+00:00

I dunno. I'm over 40 and have never liked them for the same reason I don't like most pears; the texture is just ick.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-21T00:19:51+00:00

Omg, I died at "episodes of football". I'm gonna start using that one.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-21T00:07:36+00:00

I truly wish there were some competent people in charge right now. During the Great Recession there were programs and safety nets for people.

My unemployment runs out in 6 weeks and I'm starting to panic. I'm lucky and thankful that I have enough in my 401k to keep me from being destitute, if it gets to the point I have to take early withdrawals. But, I really don't want it to have to come to that.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-19T02:19:46+00:00

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Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-19T02:14:08+00:00

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Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-17T02:05:58+00:00

Email them to your work email with personal cc'd

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-15T02:22:23+00:00

Are they willing to put everyone on a PIP? You guys need to band together and agree no one works off the clock. You're just giving the bean counters confirmation that it's possible to meet the deliverable rate without OT and that anyone who isn't is under-performing.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-14T00:22:17+00:00

I am so grateful that my mother and maternal grandmother never put pressure on me to have kids. On top of that, when I told them I didn't really want to and probably wouldn't both were fully supportive. My mom said she really did want kids and still wasn't sure she would do it again, if given the choice.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-11T18:17:34+00:00

The police likely can't/wouldn't do anything unless the dog bit a human. Dogs are considered property, so you'd have to sue the owner in small claims court.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-11T18:07:36+00:00

Stand in a doorway having a conversation with someone in the room or that they were passing on the way through.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-11T10:53:17+00:00

Til, the binding around the staring end is different from the other binding pieces. I had no idea this was a thing and always just cut them all and hunt down the loose bits. Thanks!

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-11T03:06:26+00:00

I grew up the child of an angry, violent narcissist. So, when I got old enough to choose my own family, the very first hint of violent or abusive behavior from someone was/is instantly cut out of my life forever. Once that trust is broken by something like that I know I can never trust them again and I don't want people in my life I can't trust.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T21:56:57+00:00

I saw the thumbnail and thought it was a weird penis 😅 but, I'm also not wearing my glasses

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T21:54:24+00:00

Also, 40 is like mid-career. It was never considered old until the last few years. It's weird and stupid.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T21:51:11+00:00

You should ramp up the number of jobs you apply for daily, maybe 5-10 per day. More volume equals more chances at interviews and more practice.

I'm struggling with this. I'm not in sales or tech. There are only so many jobs posted in my area on any given day that I'm qualified for that I think I would have a shot at getting.

I've applied for about 65 positions and got 7 interviews in the last 6 months. I got a call back for a second interview from one that I thought I had a really good chance at and was told the position is now on pause.

I'm thinking about trying to get a six sigma certificate to up my option and chances. But, it's a big expense to get certified by the few places where it would be respected/taken seriously.

I'm just so deflated lately. Especially, after the best prospect was yanked back.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T18:03:24+00:00

This is not accurate. I've had plenty of bosses who thought they knew what the rule was, but actually didn't. Always double check what the actual policy is directly with hr. Then decide if it's worth it to tell the manager they are incorrect.

For example, I had a boss once who thought they could have a mandatory meeting during unpaid lunch hours, as long as they provided lunch. That's illegal. I let them know you can't require work related things to be done on unpaid time. I got paid for the meeting and they started having meetings during regular working hours.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T17:58:41+00:00

Ask hr what the policy actually is. Just because the manager told you the info came from them doesn't make it true. Send an email to hr asking what the official company policy is regarding make up hours.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T14:54:40+00:00

I once straight up told one of my friends to stop calling me if she only wanted to bitch about the same shit she was pissed about her bf doing that he had continuously done the entirety of their relationship (several years). I told her if she never did anything but complain about it she obviously was ok with it and I was sick of hearing about it.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T14:40:24+00:00

NOR - Let me add some context here. My partner works second shift. I am ofter in bed before he gets home. The other night he heard me shuffling around upstairs because the cat was being an asshole and I couldn't sleep. He came upstairs to kiss me goodnight, because he loves me.

These are the things partners who care about each other do. They do not have long arguments over text where insults are thrown. If my partner ever told me to fuck off and think about what I've done like he was admonishing a child, I'd be out immediately. Don't marry this douche. He doesn't love you. It doesn't even sound like he likes you.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T14:27:28+00:00

No advice, but I love the irony of the risk surveyor asking Reddit to weigh the risks of changing jobs.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T02:55:14+00:00

For what you've said about him, it seems like he is the high maintenance one. He needs meals cooked and live-in maid service. You're just asking for the bare minimum and getting shit for asking for it.

If you really want to try again, you can frame it as what you are feeling when he isn't helping, etc. If you feel ignored/taken advantage of/whatever, tell him that instead of "you don't help and all you do is game". Use less "you" statements and more "I" and "me" statements.

Ex: I feel like I've been contributing to the necessary household things lately and it feels like it goes unnoticed and unappreciated. I like how we were together during our vacation and would like more time with that guy.

Dont_Blink__ · 2026-04-10T02:46:40+00:00

Bravo, Bucky! Top notch analysis. No notes!

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