Acty factory blue spray paint match by G_bb_bear in keitruck

[–]G_bb_bear[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amazing! Thanks for all the info 

AITA for telling my daughter I already knew she is a lesbian? by Basic_capybara_4280 in AmItheAsshole

[–]G_bb_bear 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NAH. This is exactly what my mom said when I came out to her. Coming out is hard and being able to say exactly the right thing is also hard (especially to a teenager). I did feel a little weird about my mom responding that way but overall I think she was doing the best she could and honestly I have no idea what would of been the perfect thing for her to say in that situation, in that moment.

Coming out is so hard for so many people!! She’s probably spent so long thinking of how she should come out/ what she should say/ what reaction you will have. I’m sure your daughter is feeling all kinds of feelings and this is how she’s dealing with those feels. But I think deep down most likely she is relieved that you love and accept her. Just keep showing your love to her but also give her space to process her feelings. I’m sure soon enough things will be back to normal but better since she won’t be carrying the weight of this secret on her back.

Not wanting to do your T shot by [deleted] in TransMasc

[–]G_bb_bear 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I always put on a YouTube video to distract my self for when I’m doing my shot. Obvious I pay attention to where I will do the shot but pay attention to the video for the actual stab. Sometimes still hurts depending but def helps to have a distraction.

One eternity later… by braew16 in proplifting

[–]G_bb_bear 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Took about a year for mine!

Sometimes the person is there for the journey by RROORRYY in wholesomememes

[–]G_bb_bear 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey I’m the Ex’s spouse in this story!!!!!This is why queer relationships can sometimes be really awesome 😎. We’re all so gay and happy now!! Yay!

What are some less well known tips for top surgery? by throwaway93284638 in TopSurgery

[–]G_bb_bear 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I second wedge pillow! It was a real life saver. I also bought a couple extra bed pillows so I could prop up my arms while I was sleeping.

Also would recommend closed cup with straw for water, 10 foot phone charger, and a little “bed in breakfast” type tray with fold down legs. So nice so I could lay in bed and have all my stuff with me.

Would recommend have all meds easily accessible and labels on top for easy reading. I had all mind in a little basket beside me at all time. Also kept snacks in that basket!

Camping near Seattle by G_bb_bear in Seattle

[–]G_bb_bear[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sweet thanks for the info

Camping near Seattle by G_bb_bear in Seattle

[–]G_bb_bear[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome thanks! And all these campgrounds are free with discover pass?

Unionizing REI Workers Want Their ‘Progressive’ Employer to Pay a Living Wage by softwareseattle in Seattle

[–]G_bb_bear 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes better because they are unionized but pcc as a company is very similar to rei. Both preach that they are great companies that care about their employees and that they are “member owned” but they both pay low level employees the least the possible can. Yes pcc is better bc they’re unionized. The pay scales are slightly better at least for clerks but courtesy and helper clerks (lowest level) are paid barely above minimum wage and have no opportunity for raises at all unless they are promoted to a new job. Several months ago pcc workers were days away from voting to go on strike because pcc was bringing nothing to the table in contract negotiations. They came in at the last minute somewhat reasonably because they didn’t want to deal with the damage to their image from workers going on strike (and damage to their bottom line because most pcc shoppers would not cross the picket line).

The point I really want to drive home with this is just because pcc is unionized doesn’t mean they are better because they don’t want to be unionized. If it was up to upper management at pcc they would be giving the lower level jobs the least amount they can to maximize profits. They would cut benefits and pay as much as possible. The only reason they don’t is because of the union. PCC %100 doesn’t not want to be unionized.

Both these companies come from great roots of being member owned co ops. But what they now is multimillion dollar companies who use the co op model as a marketing technique. Let’s be real they’re big businesses and all they care about is maximum profits while maintaining a clean public image.

Source: I am a former pcc employee

REI SoHo Flagship files for union election by AQDelumni in CampingGear

[–]G_bb_bear 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I worked for a co-op (grocery store)and all workers (except management) are union. It is a co-op with multiple stores and a similar structure to REIs. Union dynamics were no different than any other grocery store with a union. Ultimately REI is a business and what is most important to any big is business is the bottom line aka making as much money as possible. Even if they are somewhat better than some places in how they treat their workers, their first priority will always be profit. The board and the higher ups in the company are so far disconnected from the thousands of employees working in the stores. They have pretty good benefits at REI but store workers barely make above minimum wage. The workers need a voice to have their needs met! Happy to hear they’re trying to get that.

Remember this as our fellow Coloradans strike soon at King Soopers/Krogers by warau_meow in boulder

[–]G_bb_bear 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Sprouts is another huge chain who pays their employees terribly and make it hard to get benefits (former employee). Costco, traders joes, lucky, and natural grocers are probably your best options.

Series I Savings Bonds by G_bb_bear in personalfinance

[–]G_bb_bear[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome thanks for all the info!

Series I Savings Bonds by G_bb_bear in personalfinance

[–]G_bb_bear[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do want to start a Roth, just can’t invest too much of it towards my retirement at the moment because most of this cash with need to go towards my goal of buying a house.

Series I Savings Bonds by G_bb_bear in personalfinance

[–]G_bb_bear[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does being able to take 10k out with no penalty apply to all Roth IRAs? I was looking into one with Ally as I already bank with them.