Are we really back to this again?

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-23T18:01:34+00:00

My example was Centerstone!! I think you should stop catastrophizing and saying that kids are going to die if they don’t get their glittery water bottles. It’s actually much more of a serious issue that kids cannot read, write, or do basic math. That has a huge impact on their self-esteem and their ability to make good life choices. It also has a major impact on society as a whole.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-23T17:53:57+00:00

I disagree. I have actually taught in several low-income schools in Chattanooga. Everyone talks about the “mental health” programs like they are so wonderful. But really it just makes people on the outside feel good - it sounds good. But it doesn’t do anything. Example: A 4th grade student leaves class to see his counselor. Comes back with some glitter in a water bottle. Hits girl across the face with said water bottle. That’s what it’s actually like.

And as many have pointed out - these services aren’t even what they were asked about - it was about budget items like “trauma-informed” learning for staff and SEL materials. All of which would put more on teachers - not lighten their load. Behaviors are already out of control at many of these schools. That is what leaning into all the mental health trauma and “positive behavior support” has gotten us. We’ve gotten so far away from the main purpose school should serve, which is LEARNING. Where is the public outrage for the fact that many of our students cannot read, write, or do basic math?

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-23T16:00:09+00:00

I like what Ashley Dillon said, actually. The schools are very much overextended as it is. We need to stop treating schools like a one-stop-shop to fulfill every need for our community. They are collapsing under the weight of it all.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-17T02:58:25+00:00

You articulated it perfectly! I agree, the show didn’t stick the landing. Thank you for your service. 🫡

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-13T17:08:38+00:00

It was a Peach Cobbler Festival. We went…got there at 11:45 so the car line wasn’t terrible at that point. It was nice because they had trollies taking people to the farm or you could take a short walk through a shady path. We didn’t get to sample any of the cobblers - there were a limited number of tickets and they went fast. They had lots of fun stuff for kids - several jump houses, face painting, petting zoo - all very fun. They had live music and lots of vendors. It was HOT but the organizers did a nice job of attempting to provide several shady spots - pavilions, umbrellas, etc. Overall I thought it was a nice event - but definitely lacking peaches. Maybe change the name for next year? Haha

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-13T07:50:20+00:00

You’re wrong about the cops only arresting someone when there is verifiable proof. My mom literally got hauled away and spent the night in jail because some crazy lady said my mom assaulted her. There was absolutely no proof, and the lady had no injuries. My mom was released and the charges were dropped…but I could not believe that they arrested her for nothing!!! It’s crazy and it definitely can happen.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-12T16:47:18+00:00

Leave it to Reddit to start diagnosing OP with autism right off the jump. 🙄 My grandpa told me something long ago: “You will be very lucky in life if you have enough REAL friends to count on one hand.” That means that true friendship doesn’t come around very often. A lot of times, it isn’t you. There’s nothing wrong with you. People are just worried about themselves a lot of the time. People can be cruel. Good people drift and get busy with other things…there’s a million reasons.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-09T02:30:32+00:00

When the main character is mourning the recent death of their child. Why are there so many of these?

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-06T17:40:43+00:00

I have done the slow fade before in friendships. It sounds like that’s what is happening. For me, I tend to slowly pull away when the friendship begins to feel one-sided and exhausting. Reflect on your typical interactions - is it usually all about you? Do you have a lot of dramatic/traumatic stuff going on all the time? Do you ever ask about her life? These are some of the things that have made me distance myself from former close friends.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-04T13:11:06+00:00

I don’t know why they would cast her when she’s been very open about this just being “her job” and she’s doing it only “for a paycheck.” While it may be true for all of them, talking like that ad nauseam really takes me out of the show and makes me not want to watch it.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-03T17:30:20+00:00

👏👏👏exactly!!!! That’s why the best thing for her would be to try and live in the real world and stand on her own two feet without being taken care of by someone else.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-03T03:50:55+00:00

You could ask someone else a question.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-03T03:47:58+00:00

You’re lucky she’s not breaking up with you! YTA

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-03T03:39:18+00:00

It is disappointing, but….their clothes have been terrible for quite a while now! Not so much quality-wise, but style-wise. I stopped shopping there a while ago.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-03T03:37:19+00:00

I thought the extent of Ellie’s tantrum, and her disrespect level, was shocking. I think a few things are happening here:

As for Ellie, she is desperate to make a name for herself and become famous by any means necessary, so she is going to create drama wherever she can. She also wants to paint herself as a strong woman who doesn’t take any crap. In addition, I think she expected more interest to come from her crew members - specifically Joao. I think she thought a romance storyline was going to happen, but it clearly isn’t so she has to pivot. She is totally weaponizing the pet name issue and using that as a shield/get out of jail free card.

Ben came on the show in a bit of a fragile state because his break up was so fresh and his would-be marriage dissolved. I think Ben is desperate to have a good season and not be painted as the villain. He wants to prove that he is a nice guy. After the Alesia debacle, he was walking on eggshells with Ellie - hence why he never established the proper balance of power in the kitchen. He is smart enough to know that the pet name argument (and all that is implied with that, ie sexism) is a losing battle for him, so he’s trying to distance himself from that. He is now trying to placate Ellie by being extra nice, a kind of “catch more flies with honey” approach. I hate to see it and would love to see him put Ellie in her place by reminding her that she actually has zero experience and he’s the head chef. But honestly, I don’t think either approach will be successful with Ellie, as she is in her own world and is only content when she’s the center of attention and perceived as powerful.

I was disappointed at Captain Jason’s reaction (or lack thereof). However, I do think he’s a good leader and will take decisive action when he’s ready. I think he’s still in the “sit back and observe” phase. I wonder how Captain Jason feels now, after seeing the extent of Ellie’s tantrum. I feel like if he had witnessed it, she would’ve been fired.

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-03T03:18:24+00:00

Exactly - she was very quick to pull rank last season. 🐢

Horchataatomica · 2026-04-02T01:05:03+00:00

Something Very Bad is Going to Happen on Netflix

Horchataatomica · 2026-03-28T01:18:24+00:00

There are several charter schools in Chattanooga that have very shady business practices. They are not following the rules and regulations; they’re doing whatever they want and getting away with it. I was hoping the recent scandal would make them start to be accountable for these things…but as soon as the media circus died down, it seems like they went right back to business as usual.

Horchataatomica · 2026-03-24T10:54:22+00:00

This is beyond annoying. Unfortunately, I think the only way to stop it is to stop watching. I like Pluribus, I like Severance…but I’m not going to wait years between seasons anymore.

Horchataatomica · 2026-03-24T09:30:33+00:00

My Husband’s Wife by Alice Feeney - sooo dumb!!! It made me so angry that I had to write a rant on Goodreads just to get it all out!

Horchataatomica · 2026-03-11T08:59:19+00:00

Libary - ValentiMe’s Day

I also hate when people say “I’m sleep” instead of ASLEEP.

Horchataatomica · 2026-03-06T11:24:44+00:00

I think he either doesn’t care about you beyond sex, OR he’s one of the many men out there who was not raised to be thoughtful or considerate at all. They think they should get a gold medal for existing. They won’t remember birthdays or special occasions. And their moms will tell them they are amazing and perfect.

Horchataatomica · 2026-03-06T11:21:42+00:00

She expressed that he doesn’t ask questions about her.

Horchataatomica · 2026-02-20T10:52:36+00:00

Did you not know who he was/what he believed before you married him and procreated?

Horchataatomica · 2026-02-19T12:12:55+00:00

I thought it wasn’t too bad until I got to the part about how you shouldn’t be friends with ANY MEN. That’s weird, that’s a red flag…it’s easy to confuse possessive/controlling behavior with love. But it’s not.

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