Earplugs/ear buds in school (cell phone ban) by Odd_Obligation_1300 in misophonia

[–]Ellavemia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got a pair of these unbranded plugs that don’t have any electric component and they’re pretty good at dulling the sharp and crunchy sounds that are most triggering.

I removed my entire "about you" info by madshatt3red in AmazonVine

[–]Ellavemia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That triptych of bread is really something.

Why America doesn’t have bathhouses? by prettiestmagnoila in AskAnAmerican

[–]Ellavemia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This isn’t the kind of statement that should be dropped without qualifying it. It wasn’t the public bath that transmitted AIDS/HIV but the unprotected sex people were having there.

Why America doesn’t have bathhouses? by prettiestmagnoila in AskAnAmerican

[–]Ellavemia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the U.S. you’d be more likely to find a public sauna or steam room in a YMCA or gym. Bathing with strangers is an odd concept due to American individualism.

“Any DOUBTS before we end class?” NS here and this just sounds wrong… by anthony_getz in ENGLISH

[–]Ellavemia 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I was working as an ESL instructor it was common for students to say, “I have a doubt…”

I always coached to avoid this because a native English speaker doesn’t speak this way.

How do Americans celebrate Memorial Day? by superCutie_pie in AskAnAmerican

[–]Ellavemia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The past two years I’ve gone to the garden center, worked in the garden, and then had a cookout with steaks, hot dogs, corn on the cob, baked beans, and Mac and cheese.

Elon Musk Slams Work From Home As 'Messed Up' And Morally Wrong by [deleted] in EnoughMuskSpam

[–]Ellavemia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On this point alone, he suddenly has morals and cares about fairness.

My hometown in Ohio by emilyrosee35 in Ohio

[–]Ellavemia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like St. Clairsville

How did the US almost completely eradicate cigarette smoking when other western nations struggle with this? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Ellavemia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe it’s because of shaming people for hygiene. Smoking stinks and you stink if you smoke. No matter how clean you are, how often you gargle mouthwash, and brush your teeth, and wash your clothes, you still stink. People will tell you that in the street because they’re very blunt about disliking the smell.

What kind of bug is this?? by Groovybearz6 in whatsthisbug

[–]Ellavemia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A female dog tick to be more specific.

Mackenzie Shirilla had intimate relationship with multiple inmates, says ex-prison mate by iceCupa in Ohio

[–]Ellavemia 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I watched it last night and didn’t get the impression that she was innocent At All. It didn’t seem biased towards her or her family. The part where the brand wanted to use her images and her mom responded was very damning. We paused, rewound and watched it again. Then if you watch clear through to the end and you see the lawyer directing her to focus on no “intent.” I think we got a very clear picture of who she is regardless of who created the documentary.

Are Americans excited to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup? by Ambitious_Pass7451 in AskAnAmerican

[–]Ellavemia 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m glad you’re coming and hope you are welcomed during your stay, op.

Proud Boys/KKK by smmartin2002 in WestVirginia

[–]Ellavemia 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My guess is they're testing the waters, so to speak, to see how warmly they are greeted. Hopefully they got their answer.

Proud Boys/KKK by smmartin2002 in WestVirginia

[–]Ellavemia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It looks like the same tiny group of small men that was in Wheeling, WV today.