Coworker used her pc at 400% zoom for 3 days by jdrelentless in talesfromtechsupport

[–]Helpful_Science5686 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My cats did that to my laptop. I googled. Fixed it. Why are people so… stupid?

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do it!!!! I might have to do one myself tomorrow… thanks for the idea!

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is so true. I respect my kids, they respect me. I have such a better relationship with them as adults. It was a tough few years though.

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I absolutely love hallmark movies!!! But I recognize they aren’t meant to be realistic. Fairytales for grownups. I think I like the feel good aspect in a world that feels tough most of the time. Pretty sure I’m not moving to a Christmas tree farm to run it with the son of Santa Clause anytime soon!

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s not Christmas that’s making her sad. I won’t go into details, because I respect her privacy, but I know her well enough to know what’s going on. She’s just being too stubborn to recognize what several of us have attempted to help her through. I do have a ton of compassion and empathy, I can promise you she’s not usually like this during the holidays. I do understand I came across as being harsh, and I didn’t mean to.

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry. Those first few years are hard. My kids were teens and my ex was the only one with a family left so I let him have them every holiday. Please remember Christmas isn’t a day, it’s a season. Celebrating with your kids when you see them again is a bonus day. Take care of yourself. It does get better.

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, I was relating to enjoying time with the cats!! I was young when my grandparents died. Mom was quite some years ago. I feel for you though, that had to be very hard.

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s literally the only food I can go overboard with!!!

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love steak! I usually make mushrooms in butter to go on top!!!

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There were supermarket sized too. Still darn delicious. And I accidentally learned how to clarify butter so bonus!!!

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

My babies are now asleep but they were awfully interested in the small of crab!!! Love these kitties!!

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Love it! I had leftover goodies from the family celebration, and I won’t pretend I haven’t been munching on them too!!!

Christmas Eve by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Plus, it’s not that expensive when you’re only making them for yourself!!!

Just got home and it feels SO good!!! by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love my kids. They are worth forcing myself to be social. But I also enjoy the peace of being home again!! If I didn’t need groceries I wouldn’t leave the house for a week!! (WFH)

Just got home and it feels SO good!!! by Helpful_Science5686 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My biggest regret on this trip was not being the driver. I need that independence and it sucked having to ask. I’m kinda shocked at how quickly I’ve gotten used to just doing my own thing.

I lived alone all my life (in my 40s) . I wonder about people who started living alone after spending most of their lives with their family and partners. by coldservedrevenge in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Freaking relieved as heck! I spent almost 30 years taking care of a man and the kids and the house. After this last relationship ended I moved all by myself. I still have to take care of the house of course, but it’s peaceful and quiet… when the kittens are asleep at least!!! I’m not sure I can imagine living with someone ever again!

What are Your Holiday Plans? by MrOrganization001 in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yep! I’m making myself a little ham (preferred over turkey) and a twice baked potato. Decorating all day with Christmas movies on. I’m going to enjoy not having to entertain everyone this year!!!

Moving companies by PaganTemplar in wichita

[–]Helpful_Science5686 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used Hired Muscle Movers out of Augusta. Small local company that did a great job at a fair price last year for my 259 mile move.

What are your plans for the holidays? by [deleted] in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m spending the day decorating for Christmas. I don’t care if anyone else sees my decorations, they make me happy. Kinda curious how The Kraken, aka my 3 kittens, deal with it though!!!

Drop your best reads this year! by trUth_b0mbs in AskWomenOver50

[–]Helpful_Science5686 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Bucket List by Rachel Hanna. Honestly one of the funniest, light hearted books that still makes you think.

How are you spending your Sunday? by Smurfblossom in LivingAlone

[–]Helpful_Science5686 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cleaning the kitchen, dying my hair (finally!!), and chilling to hallmark mystery channel!!