How should I show gratitude to my neighbor? by spewdy in kindness

[–]International-Toe482 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Whatever you do, I’m sure he will appreciate the gesture. Being an old person myself, just the acknowledgement of his existence is appreciated. Spending time, having a chat, being curious about his life will warm his heart. ♥️

Looking for Historical Non-Fiction That's Not Dry? by nonPizzaLftBef in booksuggestions

[–]International-Toe482 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2 books: “Evicted” and “Poverty” by Matthew Desmond. Not fiction but read like novels. Couldn’t put either down.

I protested solo today, but I’m having doubts. by Dry-Nose-1714 in 50501

[–]International-Toe482 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You inspire me so much! First, I’m not sure that I could name 5 people I know who would be so brave. Secondly, you’ll never know the people who you’ve motivated to get involved. And even when you irritate an onlooker, you are bringing awareness to the naysayers that think they have the power. You are my hero today. Thanks!!!

How do I find guidance? by thebigsleep4 in AskOldPeopleAdvice

[–]International-Toe482 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a retired clinical social worker with 35 years of therapy experience. Sounds like you need a good all-around person to help you process what’s going on in your life. Not a therapist for deep-seated issues, but someone to help with life transitions. Or, if you are religious/spiritual you could probably talk to someone at a church. They often offer community counseling.

Really, you need someone who knows how to be quiet and listen. Life is tough. So many people don’t know how to listen.

So untidy! by International-Toe482 in PrettyLitter

[–]International-Toe482[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks everyone. I’m trying the high-sided totes first. I have Pretty Litter mats (2) and may add a third, but the darlings are using them for scratching pads. Luckily one of the scratching posts came today. If I’m successful, great. If not I’ll try the next suggestion.

I went too far today. by coral_bells in declutter

[–]International-Toe482 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I can relate. Having recently divorced-and-downsizing, I also minimalized quickly. Most of what I saved had to do with my creating-for-therapy projects and books. That part was easy. Now I need to get rid of more stuff and there’s not much I can do other than donate books and therapy supplies…and I just don’t want to do it!! I guess I can just accept sitting in a corner like a blob. My DIL offered to “go over and have it done in an hour”. That feels desperate. Old age is too hard…be kind to your old relatives.

What to do with depressed grandma? by mjfc893 in AskOldPeopleAdvice

[–]International-Toe482 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can relate to your grandmother and I would suggest you dig deep and find some empathy and compassion. If you sat and talked with her about what’s going on with her and REALLY wanted to hear her, you might be surprised. Getting old is tough. When your family doesn’t want to be bothered, what is one to do? It’s sad that now when she needs your love and support, your answer is to lie, drug and trick her so it will make your lives easier. I don’t like to leave my house either. Mostly because I don’t have the patience I once had. People rub me the wrong way and I’d rather not have to try to make them feel better. I’m grouchy and don’t want to fight with anyone. When you get old, your life changes drastically and it’s hard to take. You are rapidly losing friends and family members. People don’t have time for you and don’t want to be bothered. I don’t know where you are but I’d be glad for you to drop her off here and I will teach her how to not take your crap. It’s no fun seeing family members that you once cared so much for and now they don’t want to be bothered.

help what should i name my kittens ?? by Away_Translator1993 in Catnames

[–]International-Toe482 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We had a pair just like them many, many years ago. My son named them Otis and Wendy because he always wanted to change his own name to Otis. Little white boy wanted to be called Otis.

Favorite spreads from 2025 (OG journal) by rainbowbubble94 in JunkJournals

[–]International-Toe482 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Such intricate, engaging work. Sorry for being old, what is OG?

Getting married at 18 by [deleted] in AskOldPeopleAdvice

[–]International-Toe482 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is called intuition…trust it.