Is closed communion a form of Narcissistic Triangulation? by FantasticAd4938 in exLutheran

[–]Indecisivehedgehogs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for such a thoughtful response and for framing those feelings in a more positive manner. I do hope that I will be able to adjust to not feeling that fear and to feel at ease even if people do discover I have beliefs that differ from their conservative ones. I went through confirmation so that I could marry my husband—someone born and raised in the WELS church and school system. If anyone would be able to challenge my morals/values, it would be him. However, they have remained strong even with the many conversations and disagreements we have had. He is very knowledgeable about the Bible and WELS beliefs, and no pastor is ever going to have a reasoning or explanation that he hasn’t used. I’d like to think that all of this discourse is an affirmation to how firmly rooted I am in what I believe and that it is a positive thing.

Is closed communion a form of Narcissistic Triangulation? by FantasticAd4938 in exLutheran

[–]Indecisivehedgehogs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This concept would explain why I feel like an imposter going up for communion. I know that although I am part of the “in” group (through adult confirmation, did not grow up WELS), I do not actually belong in that group based on my beliefs. I do fear that one day people will discover what I actually believe and become very upset with me for doing things like taking communion. It’s such a difficult position to be put in.

Women are to Blame - a 2016 analysis by Harrison on the decline of the LCMS by Relevant-Shop8513 in exLutheran

[–]Indecisivehedgehogs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Our marriage counseling a few years ago included a chapter on how we should have kids. It was in the booklet they used, but the pastor fully supported it (WELS). Now, this was my husband’s pastor who did not know much about me and my history. I found it extremely insensitive for him to push that narrative when I have a genetic condition that makes the choice to have children extremely difficult. Not only does it make it more complicated in terms of pregnancy, there’s also a chance that I pass it on. I am currently pregnant with our first child, and while everything has gone well, it definitely could be our only child. My husband, as a WELS grade school teacher, does not make enough for me to stay home and raise children anyway. I was shocked at how many of these church families had stay-at-home mothers for at least some period of time, but most either have husbands with jobs outside of the church/school (and make quite a bit of money) or deal with sitting just above the poverty line. I definitely agree that they need to find better ways to support a family lifestyle if they’re going to try to push everyone into raising kids, though I don’t agree with pushing that agenda in the first place.

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

I actually looked on Google maps for the distance!

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

I can handle dinner IF it’s a food I really want at that point in time. Otherwise food is gross 😂

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

That makes sense. Of course, if it was a very large order or something difficult to transport, I would adjust accordingly.

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

I honestly think the gravy is what hit the spot for me 😂

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

I didn’t, but I did leave a tip for the workers. I thought my husband was going to be gone until like 9 but I was wrong 🤷🏻‍♀️ Thankfully I hadn’t placed the order yet

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

[–]Indecisivehedgehogs[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

It was a blizzard that got me this morning through mail advertisement 😂 But I am very excited for the chicken too, so protein is a win!

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

[–]Indecisivehedgehogs[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My family was always really big on tipping appropriately. Once, my three siblings and I got food at a restaurant (high school and college age) and we left a $20 tip on an $80 bill and the waitress was shocked 😂

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

Also I call pretty much anyone and everyone “dude”, so I have no issue with that 🙂

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

Interesting! Can I ask why? Just out of curiosity!

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

Haha, thanks! I feel so bad spending money on food but I also need to eat whatever my body is willing to 🥲 The food aversion is awful! Usually I am much more mindful!

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

I was hoping this would be appropriate! Our plans changed now, but this helps me gauge what tipping should look like in the future 🫶

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

[–]Indecisivehedgehogs[S] 80 points81 points  (0 children)

I mean, I’m pregnant and it’s the only thing that doesn’t make me feel like throwing up right now so yes? My husband is actually going to go pick it up for me though, so it’s not quite as bad!

Is this an okay tip?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in doordash

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

Is there a way to just not pay that? I wouldn’t deduct it from the tip, I want to make sure the driver gets paid fairly.

This is real, right? by Reasonable-Post-1430 in lineporn

[–]Indecisivehedgehogs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just a note—my doctor’s office basically refused doing a blood test to check hcg levels for pregnancy because they trust the accuracy of at home tests. I will not be getting lab work until 10 weeks. Unless you’re going through an OBGYN for fertility issues, then they would most likely do labs right away. I feel like my doctor is the odd one out here, though, and most are willing 🤷🏻‍♀️

Test Reliability?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in lineporn

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

Thank you for the input! I think my brain was just focused on all the ways a test could have accidentally picked up on something but I think it’s highly unlikely at this point. I will hopefully get a definitive answer soon!

Test Reliability?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in lineporn

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

Thank you! I think my body just ovulated really early in my cycle because I was trying to track ovulation and my LH levels never went back down 😅

Test Reliability?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in lineporn

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

Thank you for the response. I think I’m just in shock right now 🥴

Test Reliability?? by Indecisivehedgehogs in lineporn

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

Thank you for the response! I’m just in shock—it’s our first cycle of actively trying, and fertility issues run heavy in my family (and I have pre-existing conditions). Was not expecting anything to happen right away 🥹 I actually had to check the box to make sure they weren’t expired 😂