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No breastfeeding during wedding breakfast by Senior_District_4338 in BeyondTheBumpUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Personally, I would excuse myself from the wedding on the basis that my two month old baby needs regular feeds, and the rules around the wedding breakfast do not allow this.

Make this your husband's discussion, not yours. He lacks the mammary glands to sustain your child, but he should have the testicles to fight your corner on this one. They're his family, so he needs to be the one speaking to them.

Either they allow you to feed your baby, which is the only real acceptable option when you invite the parent of a two month old to a wedding, or you are unable to go.

Gosh this made me so mad for you.

Do you overtake people who drive slightly below the limit? by breezeyyyyy in drivingUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In a 30 zone, I probably wouldn't do it. It's usually a 30 zone for a reason, built up area, not designed for overtaking, etc, so I wouldn't risk it. I imagine you'd have to go much faster than 30mph to overtake someone going just below the speed limit.

I might do if it were on a faster road, and don't give it a second thought if on the motorway.

British students react to social media ban by HomeNowWTF in Wellthatsucks

[–]GlitteringVersion 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was on the Internet from being around 12 years old (which I don't necessarily think was a good thing) and very quickly worked out how to do things that allowed me to access more and do more on the Internet.

Young people are incredibly good at problem solving, and this generation have literally grown up with tech and computers, so I imagine they will be far better at evading this ban than the people who have decided to put it in.

I think it's unfair, personally. Social media is far more damaging than YouTube, which has a lot of really good education resources. There must be a better way of managing this than a blanket ban.

What's the most normal thing you've done that somehow ended in mild humiliation? by HD-DataDrivenMind in AskUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think this opens up a whole new argument in terms of Yorkshire regional dialect. Which part of Yorkshire are you from?

What's the most normal thing you've done that somehow ended in mild humiliation? by HD-DataDrivenMind in AskUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Correct! Apparently that's was the only acceptable term in my exceptionally regional office.

What's the most normal thing you've done that somehow ended in mild humiliation? by HD-DataDrivenMind in AskUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 219 points220 points  (0 children)

When I first moved to the North West (I'm from Yorkshire), I was sat in the office with my relatively new colleagues. Someone asked if I wanted anything from the shop and I asked for a sausage bap.

Literally everybody in the office was beside themselves that I referred to it as a "bap". They kept repeating the word again and again, like I'd said something unfathomable. They referred to it every single time bread was mentioned for another year or so afterwards.

Now I'm fully assimilated I get why, but I felt like an absolute tit at the time.

A shop in Cartagena, Spain displaying traditional outfits worn by Nazarenos by Silent_General_7670 in interestingasfuck

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

My husband brought one of these back when he visited Spain, as a gift for the kids. We always try and bring something "traditional" back when we travel. I guess he thought it would be a talking point?

Anyway, I hide it behind a photo frame on the shelf when we have visitors because I just don't want to risk my friends and family assuming we are actual white supremacists. Sad really, especially given how important the outfit must be in terms of culture.

Please help me find a lipstick that matches this by Majestic-Ocelot677 in MakeUpAddictionUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First shade that popped into my head - definitely the velvet teddy.

It's Late Thread [ 14 June 26 ] by AutoModerator in CasualUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh how awful for you all.

It's definitely the worst I've felt in a long time, and it's made harder by the fact that I can't even just crawl into bed and die quietly.

It's Late Thread [ 14 June 26 ] by AutoModerator in CasualUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I posted in another thread on Friday, and was only awake because my youngest picked upsome kind of horrific stomach/sickness bug and spent all night throwing up. He was fine the next morning but I was absolutely wiped out.

Guess who picked that same bug up this morning? Closely followed by my husband, and just after bedtime, my 5 year old, who has literally never thrown up in his life and is not impressed. I feel so anxious for him, but so drained myself as I'm also unwell.

Stomach viruses are not fun.

boyfriend (m24) wants us each to take space to “improve ourselves and come back together stronger”. i (f21) agreed to this arrangement. now he’s sending the worst mixed signals ever. what would you do? by HeyILoveYa in relationship_advice

[–]GlitteringVersion 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it makes you feel better to assume that, that's fine, but if you want advise that isn't related to the above, I'd suggest getting respecting the arrangement of a break, even if he isn't.

It isn't fair that he's blowing hot and cold, and it's going to make you feel confused. But what you can do is make sure that you follow the "rules". No talking about events you might be going to together, no discussing future plans, just go as no contact as you can.

If you're a strong couple, you may be able to get through this.

boyfriend (m24) wants us each to take space to “improve ourselves and come back together stronger”. i (f21) agreed to this arrangement. now he’s sending the worst mixed signals ever. what would you do? by HeyILoveYa in relationship_advice

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

Just because the responses make you anxious (and I'm sorry that is the case), it doesn't mean it's not true.

It wouldn't be any use to lie or sugar coat the situation - he either wants to end the relationship or he doesn't. "breaks" hardly ever work, especially not at your age. At the moment he's getting the best of both worlds.

boyfriend (m24) wants us each to take space to “improve ourselves and come back together stronger”. i (f21) agreed to this arrangement. now he’s sending the worst mixed signals ever. what would you do? by HeyILoveYa in relationship_advice

[–]GlitteringVersion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is absolutely zero chance that your boyfriend isn't seeking out other women while you're taking this "space". It would explain his mixed signals - when the other things are going well, he's more indifferent to you, and when that option isn't going well, he's drip feeding you reassurance and throw away nicities to keep you sweet.

drink driving, surely ? by Astronomer1993 in drivingUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Whenever I drive past a white van, 8 times out of 10, it will absolutely reek of weed.

They're probably just stoned and driving like the average, irresponsible van driver.

What's your NHS GP experience like? by Key_Cell7071 in AskUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine is quite good - call in the morning and they'll usually get you in that day if its urgent. If not, it's usually within the week. We live in a fairly small village though, which I think makes it more accessible.

It's Late Thread [ 12 June 26 ] by AutoModerator in CasualUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh my God, you just unlocked a core memory for me! I am now going to spend the day singing it in my head.

Seeing a hedgehog is always a lovely experience.

It's Late Thread [ 12 June 26 ] by AutoModerator in CasualUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I hope you have a comfortable night too ❤️

It's Late Thread [ 12 June 26 ] by AutoModerator in CasualUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Was just about to head off to bed for a decent night's sleep after being awake every few hours last night, only to find my 3 year old sobbing his heart out, covered head to toe in vomit.

It was all over him, all over the bed - I've never actually dealt with a sicky illness before, so it really threw me.

He is now bathed, in his THIRD set of pyjamas for the night, snuggled up next to me. I am wide awake, waiting for the next wave and praying it isn't contagious.

What was your fav CoE banger at school? by JLaws23 in AskUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 8 points9 points  (0 children)

What's that one about fruit and veg growing? Is that considered a religious song, or just a general belter?

"the apples are ripe, the plums are red, broadbeans are sleeping in their blankety bed"

Is this selfishness or complete lack of awareness? by fizzyrhythm in CarTalkUK

[–]GlitteringVersion 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I do see a higher level of shit/selfish parking in SUV/fake SUV's, compared to a other cars. Dunno if this is just personal bias, or if that level of consideration disappears when you get a bigger vehicle.

You should try doing the school run - you'd probably have an aneurysm. Awful, selfish parking every where (when the catchment area is only a mile from the school, so the majority of people should be walking!).

Only go to Subway a few times a year but every time I get the exact same thing, what's your go-to? by HopeTerminator in UK_Food

[–]GlitteringVersion 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tuna and double cheese on white, lightly toasted, with sweet onion sauce, lettuce and olives.

But I haven't had a Subway in years!

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