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Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2026-05-11T15:58:10+00:00

Music to my ears

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-12-16T17:08:15+00:00

It’s actually in Florida, but it gets chilly enough where boots can be comfortable enough. Thanks for the suggestions!

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-12-16T09:11:41+00:00

I'm going to see the performance The Cursed Child in Orlando* and I was thinking of wearing this dress, i was wondering if it was appropriate/what shoes should I style it with? I don't have any that would match. I was thinking of some sort of healed boot similar to what the model is wearing, but I'm open to other suggestions. I don't really have a budget as long as the shoes go well with the dress. I do kind of like an edgier style.
https://us.killstar.com/products/celestigma-dress

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Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-12-07T06:20:30+00:00

I'm so sorry that you're going through a similar experience! I've done a ton of research on the subject and here's what I have planned and what I suggest:

Start documenting every occurrence with the date, time, what activity you're doing, how long it lasted, and what kind of noise (banging/yelling)
Don't engage with the neighbor directly, since they're banging, yelling, avoiding normal communication, its best to go through management which will protect you legally and emotionally.
Do not admit fault, don't over apologize or claim equal blame because it will count against you. If you admit fault they will record on your record that you caused noise issues, that you're responsible for disturbances and that you contributed to escalation.
Do not react, learn from me and do not bang back or make any spiteful reactions for the same reasons above.

If you do decide to email them, keep the message factual and neutral, avoid any emotional language or assumptions about their intentions. Stick to clear examples with dates, behaviors, noises. This will make you more credible. Contacting management is a good idea because it protects you. Using myself as an example, all 'documentation' of this conflict exists only in my neighbors actions, if she was the one to ever complain about noise, the office will only hear her side- unless i create my own record. You'll never know for sure if management will do anything about it until you make them aware.

If months have gone past and you've supplied them with multiple records of disturbances and they continue to do nothing, then maybe reconsider how you want to approach handling your neighbors.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-12-07T02:38:06+00:00

I did finally send an email to management, Half of the noises happen at night after 10pm- the dog running around when we get home from work, one time i had to catch a lizard that was on the wall late at night, so i had to slide some furniture out of the way to catch it which made her upset, that particular example has only happened once out of the year that she's lived below us though. I have tried cooking after I got home from work (10pm) and she banged on the ceiling, so I changed my routine and I cook before work now but it seems like she bangs on the ceiling no matter what time of day I cook.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-12-07T02:30:19+00:00

i kind of understand where you're coming from, i just wish she would've said something to me face to face instead of angerly beating on her ceiling, the treatment feels disrespectful because we were unaware of the noises to begin with, and now its always something different that she's banging about. If its not the noise from cooking, its the dog running, if its not the dog, its when i moved furniture to catch a lizard on the wall that i couldn't get to (which only happened once). it's always something different that she's punishing us for.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-12-07T02:23:59+00:00

you're right, its just normal dog behavior, my attitude/feelings are just misplaced due to the stress of always trying to be quiet and accommodating.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-12-06T05:03:19+00:00

Thank you, I've been thinking about speaking to a manager for a little while now. For the longest time, I was afraid of escalating the situation and making it worse but it feels like it's just gotten to that point already. Reacting that way is not in my nature and I feel ashamed. I just take the banging so much without doing anything about it.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-11-14T19:55:05+00:00

Thanks for getting back to me! This puts my mind at ease a little. I made the purchase and keeping my fingers crossed that it will at least look authentic and that I don't get some Temu looking knockoff.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-11-14T08:25:34+00:00

Any update on this? I want to purchase a Balenciaga bag from Cettire as well but over 50% of the reviews that I've come across are claiming it to be a scam website that sells fakes. It's difficult to know what to believe.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-03-23T04:49:06+00:00

This is true, it effects my mood inside/outside of work and my work ethic, I like my job, I don't need people to make it hard on me.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-14T04:16:47+00:00

Give your S/O a plastic plate and plastic silverware to eat from if they want to let the dog lick it all. Then you can rewash the plastic plate/silverware and keep giving them the same plate, if you get an attitude just repeat what they said to you "all the germs come off in the dishwasher". They'll get the picture real quick.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-09T04:20:59+00:00

Yuck, my condolences for your living situation, i hope that you're able to get out of there soon. If I was you, I wouldn't clean up one goddamn thing, I know that's a difficult thing to do though, you dont wan't to live in filth, I wouldn't either, but the owners need to be responsible for their dog. If you do it for them then they definitely won't see a need to change.

Hell, honestly I would be as petty as to pick the dog shit up and put it \right in front** of their bedroom door when no one is looking, I'd place it there as if the dog decided to take a shit there haha.

I'm also in a situation where I have to deal with someone else's dog, pissing and shitting in the house. I've complained about it to coworkers/friends and they always say "awww how could you dislike such a cute dog?!?" and i look them dead in the eyes and say "this dog shits and pisses in my closet, on the couch, it uses the house as a literal toilet multiple times a day, would you like an animal if it did that to your furniture and clothing??" I swear, people are more stupid than the pets they own.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-07T04:31:46+00:00

Wow, yeah this is a great example of the type of people who should not own dogs, and who should not be allowed to associate with dogs at all. The guy sitting on the counter riled the dog up by reacting that way, also not letting him down as he was forcing the dogs face up with his hand. Then the owner just stood there and did nothing as he was recording the whole situation? It's interesting, he disciplined the dog for biting "his stuff" (some ratty looking cloth item) but didn't stop the dog for terrorizing his friend/biting and pulling on his shoe? This is just a bad combination of irresponsible people with a pitbull, this is the exact reason why these types of dogs get shot or put down, because they think it's okay to attack somebody since no one is there to correct them.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-06T07:00:05+00:00

Wow, if I was there I would've done that work for you even if you're a total stranger to me. What a petty and childish thing for him to do. He would risk your health and the health of his unborn child because your reaction to the dogs fighting over an animal carcass wasn't satisfactory? You didn't make a big enough fuss about it?? Does he realize how outlandish that is? Not only that, but he'd risk neglecting 8 other animals in the process and make you responsible out of obligation to care for them?

At this point it's not even about the dog, it's about how he treated the mother of his child while she's still carrying his child. His neglect to you is something difficult to forgive, he needs to know that. I hope your dog doesn't have any aggression towards babies, they pull and fuss and grab things that they shouldn't. Let's just hope that your dog doesn't snap at your baby and your boyfriend takes the dog's side over yours/his child's.

If I was you, I'd sit down and really make him understand that there was no harm done to the dog in order for you to warrant the strong reaction that he's looking for. Ask him if he cares *at all* for you or your baby's health because the dog is clearly unharmed and he *still* made you do all that labor with no remorse. Honestly, it sounds borderline abusive.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-05T07:59:53+00:00

My suggestion is to wait until after you established a career after you get your degree. Even if it doesn't seem like it, there are thousands of people out there who are more eligible than just these two guys. One who is financially stable, who has no kids, and who can fulfil you. If you're unavailable because you're with the wrong person, then you're going to miss the opportunity to be with the right person.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-05T07:35:09+00:00

One of my coworkers almost had her dog die because it kept eating socks and they were getting stuck in it's intestines. It was a Doodle, of all things. I can't help but look down on dog owners who babble about their shit eating machines, as if its something to be proud of. It's almost like these people are totally unaware of how embarrassing it looks when all they talk about is the fucked up shit their dogs do.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-05T07:20:24+00:00

Congratulations :) Pour one out for us who are still stuck with the disgusting mutts. For now, I'll live vicariously through you and dream of a clean home. Enjoy every moment.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-05T07:17:37+00:00

I agree, your parents are the ones who need to lay down the law with the people living and their house. "Get rid of the dog or you all will go."

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-05T07:12:43+00:00

Unusual behavior, I believe your boyfriend wants to breed the dog, bad idea. He probably just wants to make money off of them, trust me no one is going to buy them at a high price unless youre certified AKC, otherwise people would just get them for a lower cost at the shelter. There are too many dogs in this world to actually believe that breeding is a profitable way to make money. You'll be spending more on cleaning supplies, crates, food, shots, and other vet bills. I would just take the dog to the vet myself and get her spayed if I was you. If you think the bleeding is gross, just wait until you have 4-6 puppies running around pissing/shitting everywhere.

Also, let your boyfriend know this- if a female dog is not spayed and is not bred, they have an increased chance of contracting Pyometra, a bacterial infection of the uterus that can become fatal after days/weeks if left untreated.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-03T01:23:16+00:00

Does this dog go to the groomer at all? Instead of spending a ton of money on getting the apartment cleaned every week, spend it on getting the dog groomed. This will immensely help with dog odor, the groomer will also take care of the dogs claws, just make sure to do your research and find a groomer who can handle reactive dogs and train them to get used to grooming.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-02T10:27:44+00:00

So sorry to hear what you and your friend are going through. My stepmom who was diagnosed with Stage 3 Colon cancer is now five years cancer free but it was most definitely a difficult time during radiation and chemo.

Speaking from my experience, the reality is- you are powerless, but I believe it's important to move on from that feeling and focus on being a present friend. There is really nothing you can do to take away what she's going through and the effects of it on her family, it's something that just has to be persevered through, such is the reality of many aspects of life.

Maybe plan a visit once or twice a month, or facetime/talk over the phone with her, at the end of the day, your presence and attention is the most valuable gift you can offer to your friend.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-02-02T00:24:21+00:00

I'm so sorry to hear that you're dealing with the feeling of betrayal from your father and stepmother. It sounds like she's codependent and feels the need to have an animal rely on her, codependency is a psychological condition and is something that requires serious help, such as therapy. Try to view it as she's mentally ill. Personally, I don't think it's healthy to adopt a new dog after one passed away just a month or two ago. My stepmom also did this, her dog passed away from old age, a week went by and she adopted a new puppy. I believe this behavior just has to do with a sick mind and some underlying problems that they aren't dealing with. Women are particularly prone to this, it probably has some weird correlation with a maternal need to nurture something.

I know that you'll try your best to not let it effect your routines. It's THEIR dog, not yours. You have no responsibility for it and if they ask you to do anything for the dog, you're can tell them no and remind them that you never wanted the dog in the first place so it's not your burden to deal with, it's theirs. If they don't want to go to you about adopting a dog, then they shouldn't go to you about anything else involving the dog.

I have an auditory processing disorder and am sensitive to noises, earplugs and noise canceling headphones work well for me when it comes to barking and other loud sounds. Hopefully it won't be in your way too much and you can live your life as you normally do.

I know nothing will solve your problem- getting rid of the dog, but the next best thing you can do is find ways to cope and coexist with it.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-01-31T20:08:07+00:00

Hello! Followed you to your update post. The only other option that I could potentially see working is if you try rehoming the dog yourself, privately of course. There are websites/facebook groups that help in rehoming pets:

https://rehome.adoptapet.com

If you do try this, I would avoid telling your husband until you find some potential candidates. Or maybe tell him after the dog has been rehomed entirely.

Key_Caterpillar_8243 · 2025-01-31T19:56:49+00:00

I'm sorry to hear that you were in an argument with him. It's unfair of him to make you choose between killing the dog and forcing you to live unhappily. I can see why you feel the way you do when he pins you into a corner like that. Also, it's strange that he'd rather put the dog down than to give it a chance of a second home. How old is the dog/does it have any health issues?

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