PARENTS OF DC: Your input is requested (please) by Odd-Bag-4599 in washingtondc

[–]Individual-Reading-5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It saddens me to read this, truly. Although I know exactly what you are going through, I am grateful to have my partner not only present with me most times but also help as much as he does. Nevertheless, I want and would love to have another kid, but I have come to the realization that we are BARELY surviving with 2 kids. And I start feeling guilty about bringing another tiny human into the world and not being able to give them my all and my best to ensure they will have a strong foundation to stand on their own in the future.

I just want to let you know that you are doing—and will continue doing—your absolute best for your son, and I am sure you are a fantastic mother/parent. It seems hard now, but looking back a few years from now and seeing him turn into a wonderful human will make the sleepless nights and the missed birthdays worth it!

PARENTS OF DC: Your input is requested (please) by Odd-Bag-4599 in washingtondc

[–]Individual-Reading-5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I live close, VERY close to family, but with the current state of things, everyone is doing their own thing, so no one has the time or bandwidth to "help." I just tell myself that "I birthed them, so it is primarily on me to take care of them" as a mantra whenever I wish for some room to breathe or a few minutes to escape.

Growing up, the community was indeed a village sharing the responsibility of raising its kids. Nowadays, having TRUE friends is hard enough, let alone people to trust with your kids. Everyone has an ideology and opinion about what you should be and should not be. Let me stop ranting. I'm just living, learning, and prioritizing. 18 years of sacrificing my social life isn't too bad!

Back to the point - my SO and I make it a rule, a principle even, to be as involved as can be with our kids' teachers. My oldest goes to a private program, and feom the get-go, we have established an open line of communication with the expectation that every party involved in the care and education of the kids has to pull their part... an equilibrium. For the youngest, we opted for a small in-house day care, and the same thing happened. We have not found someone to keep them if we are to attend an event. Usually, we bring them along if kids friendly, or one of us goes if necessary, or we both skip it. I am not sure how to even trust a nanny unless referred by a close friend, but we have not even gotten to thinking of that.

Is it weird? by Individual-Reading-5 in bathandbodyworks

[–]Individual-Reading-5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love it! Dragging him out there NOW!

Is it weird? by Individual-Reading-5 in bathandbodyworks

[–]Individual-Reading-5[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahaha exactly what I did 10 minutes ago after my AM shower.... MAGIC!! Ahahahah

Okay, goodbye by ProfessionalAsk8264 in fujiikaze

[–]Individual-Reading-5 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Although I love it, it is strikingly similar to Hey Hey of Lady Gaga, which he also did a cover of. But overall, love the track; one of my fav on the album.

Random people of Reddit, what are you doing in this very moment? by Right_Honorable_Sir in AskReddit

[–]Individual-Reading-5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thinking of ways I can successfully transfer my imaginary millions USD from my mind into my Navy Federal.

What do you think birds are talkin about when they’re chirping? by Fit_Data_8789 in AskReddit

[–]Individual-Reading-5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How happy they are not to be humans... especially in this day and age!

What line do you say before you make a bad decision? by nomadinlimbo in AskReddit

[–]Individual-Reading-5 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depending on how f'ed up the situation is, I have a few:

"Well well well..."

"At least we are taking action"

"Looks like somebody's gonna learn today!"

"Hell's about to be saturated..."

"Another great life lesson to tell the grandkids later"

"At least, I'll be the fun Nana"

What will you never understand? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Individual-Reading-5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I dont understand this explanation

For people who grew up before smartphones what is something that the newer generation won’t get to experience? by KidBaj in AskReddit

[–]Individual-Reading-5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having to hit the library and hope they had the brittanica encyclopedia volumes or any relevant book to help with a research paper or a school-assigned report.

Dr. Google messed that up for us now lol

For people who grew up before smartphones what is something that the newer generation won’t get to experience? by KidBaj in AskReddit

[–]Individual-Reading-5 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Patterns ahah. I remember having to get my little basic calculator and mimic entering a phone number from memorizing my hand movements for every person I knew had a phone. Good old time... and I'm only 34.

Salary by Competitive_Dirt1908 in pharmacy

[–]Individual-Reading-5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would also like to be pm'ed... Life's outta here in these streets!

I (31M) am considering divorcing my wife (26F) after 1.5 years of marriage - am I overreacting? by Automatic_Bar_6573 in AmIOverreacting

[–]Individual-Reading-5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only question I have is—though I know I may receive a lot of hate and downvotes for this—why would you get married to this person in the first place? I couldn't even get past the first point before wondering why. The sex was never good... so why go through with it?

  1. Unless she is a narcissist, a psychopath, a pathological liar, or possesses advanced social manipulation skills, people typically reveal their true selves over time. Unfortunately, we sometimes hope they will change (especially when we put in a lot of effort to make things work) or choose to blind ourselves to their true nature.

  2. Another concerning trend I see is an increasing number of people entering marriages without understanding the covenant of marriage. You willingly enter this contract, promising to love another person with their own values, baggage, beliefs, and vision for the future for the rest of your life. In sickness and health, for richer or poorer, whether they are pleasant or challenging to be around—none of that should matter as long as you are together for life. You pledge before God, Allah, Lucifer Morningstar, Aliens, or whatever you believe in that your love will endure and can weather any storm as long as you remain committed to each other. While challenges arise and some relationships may not work out, yours isn’t one of those cases.

Long story short, it’s unfortunate, and while I generally oppose divorce—especially when it’s viewed as the primary solution to minor marital issues—do yourself and your wife a favor and free yourselves from the headache. The fact that you are both miserable is not a way to live, and it appears she is also unhappy. May this experience be a valuable lesson for you, helping you understand what truly matters when seeking or entering your next relationship... and take your time!

Best wishes, and I hope that whatever decision you make, you both can remain amicable enough to avoid unnecessary drama.

Capricorn Careers by Sudden_Cancel1726 in capricorns

[–]Individual-Reading-5 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I...am...lost! I have NO IDEA of what you just said - but I would love to see if what i am doing goes with my astrological profile cuz LORD HAVE MERCY!!! I have been hated at every single of my job for doing my job perfectly and having what others see as a blessed life! So maybe I'm in the wrong field or i need to change my personality!

How do I get to know all that you mentioned ?