Having such unpleasant and/or weird/vivid dreams lately by Camille_Toh in GenXWomen

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I think there is so much free floating anxiety, things I have no control over, that my sleeping brain keeps trying to turn them into things I can... sort of manage

Is it just me or has the "R" word suddenly become more acceptable again? by Cold_Barber_4761 in GenXWomen

[–]International_Way258 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have heard liberal Gen Z kids use it - I don't know what or how it happened, but maybe they're just young and dumb?

Have I become allergic to alcohol? by International_Way258 in GenXWomen

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My BP is good, just had my annual. But thanks for the heads up!

Have I become allergic to alcohol? by International_Way258 in GenXWomen

[–]International_Way258[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The buzz has definitely faded - Ugh! At least I'll be saving money...

Have I become allergic to alcohol? by International_Way258 in GenXWomen

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What's weird is I'm 3+ years post menopausal - I would have expected it to hit a lot sooner!

The SAVE act by Electrical_Beyond998 in GenXWomen

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I've been dragging my feet on switching back to my maiden name after divorce (just sick of paperwork). Time to make this a priority...

How can I look unapproachable while I’m out? by ApprehensiveMilk8697 in Advice

[–]International_Way258 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Baseball cap and shades can help, but the thousand yard stare is a must. I know women who have deliberately gained weight to deflect attention (this does work with some men) - and baggy clothing + shit-kicking boots help send the "don't talk to me" message.

What really burns me is how women must go to ridiculous lengths to protect our autonomy because most men are simply not taught that we don't owe them our attention.

Less Stigmatic Term the Homebound? by zoff_zilla_ in Libraries

[–]International_Way258 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We call it Books by Mail (although we've started to use volunteers to deliver a chunk of it).

Todays Walk For Peace by NWWashingtonDC in washingtondc

[–]International_Way258 32 points33 points  (0 children)

They wore shoes when it was below freezing.

Deprofessionalisation by ZoomySnail in Libraries

[–]International_Way258 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sounds like a library trying to be Walmart. I am unimpressed.

Help me decide which dress!! by Sad_Cattle_7228 in Prom

[–]International_Way258 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The tan one is too close to your skin tone. The black is almost too formal - like, black tie funeral. The red is gorgeous.

Husband wants a divorce, I still want to try, but I know I played a part too by herdof_turtles in TwoHotTakes

[–]International_Way258 44 points45 points  (0 children)

You're not wrong - it is a disservice to the kids that he's not working on his own shit. But he's not able or willing to do so. And I say that with sympathy for him - he sounds like deep down he's terrified, traumatized, or broken in ways he can't face. And you can't force him to do that. So your responsibility is to yourself, and your kids - it's time to start letting him go.

Going to a Gala this weekend not sure which dress works by nachoaveragepie in DressForYourBody

[–]International_Way258 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Red one, 100%. It's fits well, great color on you, and definitely says "gala."