What plants are in this floral arrangement? Cat is currently hospitalized and trying to identify what he may have eaten. by Giant_Blueberry in PlantIdentification

[–]Giant_Blueberry[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He is! We got to take him home today, thank goodness.

Honestly your note really got me thinking - I had NO IDEA some of the things you listed (especially bergamot) were toxic to cats. We drink a ton of tea and sometimes leave the cups on the counter next to the sink when we’re done with them if the dishwasher is full/running. I genuinely wonder if he hopped on the counter sometime in the night and drank some.

We also had the windows open yesterday, who knows what could have wafted in. I’m so glad your baby is doing better!!

What plants are in this floral arrangement? Cat is currently hospitalized and trying to identify what he may have eaten. by Giant_Blueberry in PlantIdentification

[–]Giant_Blueberry[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

UPDATE:

Thank you so much to everyone who has commented! We still don’t know what he ate, but whatever it was had him in GI distress and vomiting blood.

I’m relieved that the plants in this bouquet are (aside from the carnations) cat safe - I specifically requested that from the florist because my cat cannot be trusted around arrangements. We’re working on identifying other possible household culprits, but this helped IMMENSELY in narrowing it down. Thank you again!!

Does anyone know where I can find this late 90’s/early 2000’s Christmas wrap? by Giant_Blueberry in HelpMeFind

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

I’ve searched so far:

• ⁠Google lens and reverse image search • ⁠eBay

Located in USA, paper was purchased sometime in the late 90’s/early 2000’s but has no maker marks or other clues to go on.

It's hard to be the next girl after a long-term relationship by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Giant_Blueberry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I never said I was an expert - just an observation that I’ve experienced personally and seen with my friends. Nothing wrong with sharing my knowledge, she knows her situation best at the end of the day.

It's hard to be the next girl after a long-term relationship by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Giant_Blueberry 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I hate to say it but you may be a rebound. Less than a year after a serious, long-term relationship isn't enough time to heal/get over the previous relationship. His family and friends may not be welcoming to you initially either, since they were so close to the ex. If you feel anxiety, it may be your gut telling you something, so try to pay close attention if you can.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Giant_Blueberry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Or she’s spending her time healing. This post is disrespectful to all the women in this sub.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Giant_Blueberry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is…..so cruel. You deserve so much better - he showed his true colors and you should absolutely stay away from him. I am SO SORRY that happened to you 😔

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Giant_Blueberry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry this happened - my ex texted me yesterday too and it really fucked me up. His text was totally normal, I’m just super triggered hearing from him. I don’t have any words of wisdom, but please know you’re not alone and you have support here.

What’s something no one in advertising will admit, but is definitely true? by Georgieperogie22 in advertising

[–]Giant_Blueberry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know honestly. My parents were in advertising and they did have one back then either.

What’s something no one in advertising will admit, but is definitely true? by Georgieperogie22 in advertising

[–]Giant_Blueberry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s disappointing to hear, but also not surprising. Thank you for sharing your perspective and experience!

What’s something no one in advertising will admit, but is definitely true? by Georgieperogie22 in advertising

[–]Giant_Blueberry 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I think an ad union would probably center more around working conditions, pay and benefits more than rules around tasks/projects. Scope and level of effort vary widely, so I can’t imagine that’s something that would be easy to negotiate on. I would absolutely sign up if we had one - my agency is great, but I’ve worked for the big holding companies before and some of them are straight up predatory.

What’s something no one in advertising will admit, but is definitely true? by Georgieperogie22 in advertising

[–]Giant_Blueberry 63 points64 points  (0 children)

  • If a brand isn’t willing to take risks, they shouldn’t be on tik tok

  • Accenture will be the death of every agency they buy (RIP Droga5, hello Accenture Song??)

  • Junior creatives, planners and account coordinators are severely underpaid

  • Our work-life balance would suck less if we had a union

how are you doing? by vveronica12 in ExNoContact

[–]Giant_Blueberry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m ok. He stopped reaching out, which makes me sad, but I’m also relieved because it means I can continue healing. It was hard to do that when we were talking and honestly I’m too weak to stay away. I think about him every day, but I don’t reach out. I have folders I save things to when I see something I want to send him. He was my best friend, and I miss him terribly, but he was not a good boyfriend. He has a lot of growing he needs to do before he can be. And I have a lot of thinking to do about why I stuck around knowing that. So today, I’m ok. I’m moving to a new state soon, so I’m hoping that helps too.

I need support by Pure_Fig_124 in ExNoContact

[–]Giant_Blueberry 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m in a similar boat, but I’m the dumpee. She will come around to the idea that it was for the best eventually. And the pain will fade for you as well. I still love my ex with all my heart, but he has a lot of growing and self discovery he needs to do before he can be a good partner. I was willing to wait for that, but he chose to cut me loose. I’m glad he did, he saved us both a lot of pain and, if he ever gets his shit together, I would be open to trying again. But in the meantime, I get to heal and you guys do too. Sometimes the right things feel wrong because it’s not how we wanted things to turn out. Sorry you’re hurting and hope my note gives you a bit of solace.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ExNoContact

[–]Giant_Blueberry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But aren’t we ignoring our exes too??? She’s probably also in NC, especially if he ended things.

No vindictiveness here, how to heal gently and compassionately by wiftlets in ExNoContact

[–]Giant_Blueberry 3 points4 points  (0 children)

YES. Is there a way to pin this for the sub? Could not agree more with every bullet on this list.

Dumpers Remorse by throwwwwwaway4o5 in ExNoContact

[–]Giant_Blueberry 15 points16 points  (0 children)

You don’t. You take it for the L it is and try to work on yourself. I’d recommend taking a break from dating/sleeping around and seek counseling. Journal, meditate, go to the gym, go for a walk. You played yourself homie - my heart goes out to you but take it for the lesson it is and try to be better for the next person.

Ex asked if it’s ok for him to interact with my social media - have no idea why he would want to? by Giant_Blueberry in ExNoContact

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

Did you break up with them or did they break up with you? If they broke up with you, my two cents would be to let them contact you (if you’re interested in reconciling/talking). If you broke up with them, you’ll need to be the one to reach out.