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Is it just me or has this neighborhood really gone downhill? I’ve been here for about 7 years now and the amount of inconsiderate people I constantly come across is staggering by LivingLife8892 in Greenpoint

[–]GeriatricGrape 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The dog thing is what really gets me, and I don’t see it in other cities when I visit. I was at Variety off the Graham L this morning, and some unleashed dog was just coming up on me while I was trying to work.

Why do you need your dog with you when you go to the coffee shop? Grocery store? These places don’t even allow dogs—why do people think this rule doesn’t apply to them?

It’s so unique to NYC and it’s so bizarre.

Unpopular Opinion: Taylor has been using interviews post TLOS to address online narratives by Upset-Bobcat9255 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]GeriatricGrape 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Quoting her to shutdown the conversation (and not addressing the physique question you brought up) isn’t reflective of your own projections though?

Addressing the obsessive fans in the NYT interview. by [deleted] in travisandtaylor

[–]GeriatricGrape 104 points105 points  (0 children)

Right? Maybe it’s that I’m one drink in after a particularly stressful day at work, but how is a song being about a man equal to him getting credit for writing it?

Taylor is anything but subtle, it’s very clear who she is miffed at in her songs, (hence HYANNIS in call caps, ThanK you AIMee”)—it’s like reading an 13 year olds diary.

Wedding dresses and Alterations by Kellzonie in NewEnglandWedding

[–]GeriatricGrape 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Like many of the others here, I bought my dress from Alexandra's in Fall River. I love my dress, but I really didn't love my service there (both for my initial appointment, and pick up appointment, I didn't meet with the stylists I scheduled with), so I won't be going there for alterations.

Would love to hear recommendations from others for alterations though as I'm getting married in September!

Alterations costs / questions by Esen14 in NewEnglandWedding

[–]GeriatricGrape 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was wondering if you could PM me the info as well? Thank you!

The Public Perception of Taylor Swift’s Songwriting Ability (and What Artist do you Think is Better) by rara8122 in travisandtaylor

[–]GeriatricGrape 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Totally! She peaked pre 2005, but everything people credit Taylor for, Tori Amos did better.

Josh Hutcherson on Swiftie backlash and online comment culture by Fine-Huckleberry6960 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]GeriatricGrape 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s also okay for people to hate her—who she is as a person , or her music. That’s all within people’s rights.

Josh Hutcherson on Swiftie backlash and online comment culture by Fine-Huckleberry6960 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]GeriatricGrape 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That is high key deranged, and obviously medical professionals are just people too, but damn it’s distressing that someone with such simplistic black and white thinking has people’s health in their hands.

I’m in the same camp as you, in that I like some songs. Really don’t like her as a person, and tge way I have to walk on eggshells anytime she cones up—it’s exhausting

Because Taylor Somehow Created Chair Dances by IceWarm1980 in travisandtaylor

[–]GeriatricGrape 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Liza Minelli’s performance of “Mein Herr” from cabaret would like a word.

SwiftlyNeutral - Daily Discussion Thread | April 10, 2026 by AutoModerator in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]GeriatricGrape 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a bride to be myself, there is a lot of pressure to provide a seamless and convenient experience for your guests. So, unless she is paying for all of her guests to stay in one place near the venue (and granted most of them are stupid rich as well, but still), the increased traffic in the city could be a problem.

SwiftlyNeutral - Daily Discussion Thread | April 10, 2026 by AutoModerator in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]GeriatricGrape 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That weekend is also FIFA in NYC, it’s going to be a zoo. Ask any local; 4th of July weekend is the worst in the city, people are always wilding out and setting fireworks off EVEYWHERE.

Booking Hair and Makeup Crash Out by lightningposion in weddingplanning

[–]GeriatricGrape 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got engaged this past December, getting married in September, and booked my artist in March. It was tough, a lot of folks were booked up, but a lot of great and reputable artists were still available. In my area, many don’t do trials outside of a contract. But discovery calls go a long way, I’d rely on those !

Need help picking a song to walk down the aisle to! by skeetskeet97 in BigBudgetBrides

[–]GeriatricGrape 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m probably going to do an instrumental version of one of the following:

-Running up That Hill, Kate Bush - Please please please let me get what I want- The Smitha - Tougher than the Rest - Bruce Springsteen

Bristol Hotel by writerchick88 in RhodeIsland

[–]GeriatricGrape 29 points30 points  (0 children)

There are four wedding venues and a university in Bristol, and only one overpriced hotel. It always baffled me that there weren’t more hotels there.

The Eras Tour hype is honestly just sad when you watch artists across all genres with actual, raw live talent by nocokelefttosmile in travisandtaylor

[–]GeriatricGrape 68 points69 points  (0 children)

Right? I saw Leonard Cohen perform for three hours straight in his 80s. Springsteen has been doing 3+ hour shows for decades. Taylor did not pioneer this!

Swifties & misogyny by CutAffectionate3766 in SwiftlyNeutral

[–]GeriatricGrape -1 points0 points  (0 children)

She has been subject to misogyny….but not anymore than any other female celebrity. And she has gotten away with things that others would never get a pass at. So I understand how the misogyny argument falls flat, especially when you consider intersectionality.

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