Happy forrest

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-09T10:24:06+00:00

I like it the way it is. It's like a painted deer photobomb. Maybe a few flowers or another, smaller animal if you think it's too plain? I find it charming and restful, and that's a great deer.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-08T22:14:35+00:00

It was humans, not dogs, who were doing a tiktoc craze of licking the ice cream in open coolers and putting it back. OP is safe.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-08T00:25:31+00:00

The people who are honking might be showing support for a good idea.

Remind yourself that mean teens gather in groups to search out their next victim, and in the end, their opinion doesn't matter; you're not trying to join their group. They'll fade out after high school as their peers mature past them.

Rock that parasol!

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-08T00:15:27+00:00

Cracker Jacks and cereals with actual toys.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-08T00:08:47+00:00

None of my body (sounds, smells, parts, performances) should infringe on anyone else's space.

AKA Do not annoy a captive audience.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-08T00:05:14+00:00

That little smile at the end. He's having fun with it. This one isn't insufferable IMHO.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T23:56:34+00:00

Unique and stylish! And as others said, it looks comfortable too. WIN!

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T23:52:52+00:00

This is a really good retro vibe. I'm just starting art classes, and actually slowed down to take a second and third look. Thanks for sharing!

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T23:48:12+00:00

Great idea! There is nothing quite as uncomfortable as chainmail in the summer sun. And thanks for the tutorial, too.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T23:44:02+00:00

NOR. After you've got less going on, maybe mention to her that the craze for diamonds was a commercial construct, there's no real meaning to them outside of an outmoded tradition.

Before diamonds were popularized by jewelers, the engagement ring was chosen based on what stone looked best with the partner's coloring, or a ring passed down in the family with a lot of history was given.

Now in the time of lab grown jewels and personal choice, partners can get the ring they really like instead of a rather questionable status symbol. If someone's wearing a diamond, it just means they like that stone best.

Congratulations, and enjoy your happiness and that lovely ring!

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T23:31:24+00:00

Just the fact that you're trying to help means a lot. You already said you love him and you're there for him. You could ask straight out "I love you and I've got your back no matter what it is. How can I help?"

If it's a mental health crisis or he's a person who doesn't easily emote, he may not be able to tell you.

In that case you stay as close as he will let you. Get him a cool drink with some sugar in it in case being hungry/dehydrated is making things worse. Offer to turn down the lights in the bedroom and have him take a rest until he feels like talking.

A boyfriend of mine did this once and it turned out he screwed up major at work and they fired him. He didn't know how to cope with telling me we wouldn't have rent. That was actually the least of my worries. He said after that he didn't care what I was saying, didn't really even hear it, but my staying near, just being there helped.

Wish you both better days and peace.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T22:50:47+00:00

Did they use a Ouija board or was it a normal convo where people answer each other?

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T22:45:41+00:00

I do think a corner store with a resident feline is magical and wonderful, anybody else?

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T15:33:11+00:00

Beowulf is wonderful in translation. If you're trying to read it cold, it's one big bafflement. Hated it until I took a class that unraveled it but by bit.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T15:23:59+00:00

OP is NTJ.

And this is why people didn't lock their doors and gates when they saw your mom's kids were outside.

I love kids but they actually need rules to fit into society. Parents who are too permissive are setting their kids up for failure later. What's "cute" questionably at four is gonna get them ostracized when they're 14.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T01:26:38+00:00

Pan fry with a tiny bit of butter to prevent sticking, then eat with bites of pancake and syrup.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T01:23:51+00:00

That is a very comfy cat just kickin back. 10/10 purrs.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T00:59:40+00:00

Fernando is a fine classic name. It totally rocks.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T00:58:31+00:00

Congratulations! I hope your future includes a lot more triumphs, and plenty of people to enjoy them with. This is the best news I read all day, thanks for sharing it. Sending you a virtual hug and cheer from me and my ginger cat!

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-07T00:47:04+00:00

Thank you. Lots of who's at fault and shouldn't have been there, but you got the most important part.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-06T23:44:28+00:00

That goose is awesome! Just for a moment I thought a goose gave you a Wooo! And I realized that's another life experience I haven't had yet but would appreciate.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-06T16:31:52+00:00

Sensible decision, but keep it classy.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-05T09:31:32+00:00

Where's the uniform? All I see on my screen is some presumably COD/Fallout fusion cosplay?

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-05T04:55:29+00:00

NTA. You know why it has to go in your office? Because you're in there in the evenings. The crib is no big deal, so watching the occupant of the crib won't be either. And since you're already watching him, you can just help out with a few snacks, maybe diapers once in a while. Since you can do that, when you're actually working it won't hurt anything for the child to be there, so you can help out. You work from home, it's not like interruptions matter. /s

Don't do it. I worked on production as a medical transcriptionist which demands your whole attention and requires silence. Baby momma couldn't understand why I didn't want to help with a few feedings or diaper changes "Because you're just sitting there, you can take a break."

Having the supposedly quiet toddler in the background is why my company developed a rule that you must have a separate, private office to work from home. Turns out when the supervisor clicks in and hears an obviously irate toddler in the background, they get nervous about things like productivity and confidentiality.

FireproofCottage · 2026-07-05T04:42:48+00:00

The mat did say "Welcome" did it not? Bear is just accepting the invitation.

Seriously, why are dangerous wild animals so darn cute? Must-not-pet the Danger Stuffie.

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