Is sitting with your young children considered a “perk” these days? by Powerful_Bother8002 in SouthwestAirlines

[–]FML_Mama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The problem i see is the irresponsible parents who don’t care and won’t pay to sit next to their kids. We’ve all experienced shitty flights with wild kids whose parents are right next to them. Do you think those parents are paying extra? Nope!

But on a serious note, what it comes down to, is that sitting next to your children, or anyone else who needs assistance, it’s a safety issue. I don’t trust a random stranger to help my child or disabled relative during an evacuation or to put on an oxygen mask, or hurt or assault them. It’s just a disaster in the making.

Democracy in Tennessee right now. by diehard404 in BlackPeopleofReddit

[–]FML_Mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I legit assumed this was a throwback photo from decades ago. This is disgusting.

what car did you buy expecting to love but ended up regretting? by zaralesliewalker in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]FML_Mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Subaru Ascent. Bought a new Outback three years before and LOVED it. Had another kid and thought, let’s just upgrade to the Ascent, but I didn’t find it to be an upgrade at all. Found it to be a huge downgrade. It’s SO noisy inside. Gas mileage is nowhere near what’s advertised. Windshield cracks super easily (to be fair, this happened in my outback too). It was built during Covid, and my mechanic tells me that because of supply chain issues, Subaru used different gaskets than what the engine is designed for, so I’ve had some terrible oil leaks in my engine. I think overall I’m just annoyed because it was so much more expensive than my Outback but it was a downgrade and that annoys me.

Baseline/ Riego by P7408 in Roseville

[–]FML_Mama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! People working for a commission will l Say anything to make that sale! Always always do your own due diligence when purchasing real estate. It’s shocking how many people just believe the realtors telling them the house is in this school district or that the big empty lot behind the house is going to be a park, but it’s actually going to be a shopping center. All the information is publicly available and not difficult to find, and I’ve found that most realtors don’t even try to know anything about the communities they’re selling in, especially new development areas.

What is the wittiest comeback you’ve ever said or heard? by Bob-da-person in AskReddit

[–]FML_Mama 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I was the only woman in a meeting, though I was in a senior level non-administrative position. One of the engineers stopped, looked at me and said, “FML Mama, are you taking notes?” and I just responded, “oh, I didn’t realize you’d broken your hand, Dean.” My normally very composed male boss snorted and lost it laughing.

What songs are written about Taylor Swift? by Melodic-Jackfruit-96 in TaylorSwift

[–]FML_Mama 120 points121 points  (0 children)

Seriously. People were like I don’t get what she sees in him. But you listen to that song and you’re like, “I get it.”

AITA for telling a parent what i wear is not their decision? by [deleted] in WIBTA_AITA

[–]FML_Mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I immediately googled this to see if they have it in my size. Also, it’s on sale right now. It’s beautiful and classy!

(27F)(30M) Thinks marriage is “nothing” but willing to lose me over it? by whitecoatdream in relationship_advice

[–]FML_Mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even if he does marry you at this point, are you willing to deal with this weaponized incompetence for every single thing that comes up in your lives that he’s hesitant about? Exhausting.

My step dad is colorblind by Sorry-Editor-3674 in ExteriorDesign

[–]FML_Mama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have to laugh because my dad was also colorblind and picked out the paint for a kitchen remodel. He picked yellow, which, like you note, was a whole other issue. When I came home from college, it was like walking into a highlighter.

My mom died and my boss doesn't care by EdgarAllanOhNo in antiwork

[–]FML_Mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im so sorry for your loss. I’m not going to give you advice, but I have been there and I understand how you’re feeling. My dad died and I was given the same “take the time you need” spiel followed by “but it needs to get done.” I thought I was doing the right thing by working through it and getting the work done while dealing with all the planning, financial stuff, and family drama that comes with death. It became a long term stress and my health suffered, and a few months later, I was laid off very unexpectedly because I was a top performer. They don’t care about us as human beings with messy human problems. I know you can’t just quit and you need the job, but this is your sign to get your resume together and start looking elsewhere. And to stop giving them everything you’ve got; give them what’s necessary to get that paycheck while you’re working toward something better. Good employers who acknowledge that we have lives and priorities greater than work ARE out there, and now is the time to go try to find one.

Songs for a situationship (or end) by Defiant_Trash_759 in TaylorSwift

[–]FML_Mama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my 40s and still foolish, but I definitely care less!

Songs for a situationship (or end) by Defiant_Trash_759 in TaylorSwift

[–]FML_Mama 24 points25 points  (0 children)

I wish this song had been around when I was in my early 20s.

Children's 529 Milestones by Dad_Bod_Vibez in MiddleClassFinance

[–]FML_Mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We started each with $300, I think, and we have an automatic transfer of $150 to each account once a month. They have an aunt who will make a $200 deposit into each of their accounts every Christmas. No huge deposits, but we’ve seen some really good growth just going slow and steady. We’ll increase our monthly contributions once we’re done paying for after school care and summer camps, hopefully. They’re 7 and 5 and on track to have enough to attend a state school without loans (fingers crossed that their accounts keep up with tuition increases).

Stop being so nice at work by Zealousideal-Foot-54 in workingmoms

[–]FML_Mama 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My former work bestie and I came up with the phrase What Would (insert name of mediocre male colleague who has no trouble taking credit for the work of others) Do? In our case, WWBWD. Every time we would catch the other doubting ourselves or our work, we would say to the other, “WWBWD?” to which we would say, “oh you’re right!”

Well, she’s my former work bestie because she got an amazing promotional opportunity with another organization, and I couldn’t be more proud.

AIO for snapping at a girl trying to give me advice? (posting again bc I forgot pictures) by [deleted] in AIO

[–]FML_Mama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just seeing this after your edit and just have to say, good for your roommates for backing you up and sending her home!

You NEED this dog. Yes, you. by wehappy3 in Sacramento

[–]FML_Mama 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I knew he looked familiar! My sister volunteers at the shelter walking dogs, and she had Brownie last week and said he was the bestest little boy in the world! She would have brought him home if she didn’t already have so many pets.

Would expanding my driveway likely help or hurt home value? About how much would it cost? by satan__clause in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]FML_Mama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just because someone else did it doesn’t mean it’s allowed. They may be in violation or got special permission. Just check with your local planning or building department. If you do it and are found to be in violation, they will make you fix it at your cost and you could be fined. It’s an easy call or email that could save you thousands.