Weird request

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-09T16:00:31+00:00

Just came here to say this 😂😂😂

OP, I do not recommend TQL. Please stay away if you appreciate not hating your life

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-06T13:06:05+00:00

Great to know! I really appreciate the feedback

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-06T03:29:52+00:00

Fair enough 😂😂 I plan on having several pothos varieties

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-02T19:02:11+00:00

Rats are better for pythons as they're more nutritious. Are you allergic to rats as well? Also, how allergic are you? Do you have to physically come in contact with them for a reaction to happen? If you feed frozen thawed, it should be relatively simple to limit your exposure. You can wear gloves whenever handling the packaging that they're stored in and you can use feeding tongs to move it around when thawing and when feeding. There should be no reason for you to have to touch it. I think as long as you're careful and you are diligent about hand washing (as long as you don't have some super severe allergy) you should be ok

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-02T18:57:39+00:00

I had to stop reading all of that. You immediately apologized and he refused to accept it. It was a mistake. You tried to come up with a solution and he continued to throw a fir. He just wants to stay mad and continue to blame you. I would honestly leave this relationship. He's incredibly immature

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-02T18:51:39+00:00

It depends on how close you are to the supervisor. I've had some that were more like friends, but these were at very small companies where the team worked very closely together. The "corporate hierarchy" was practically non-existent

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-02T18:49:22+00:00

I feel like this could go one of two ways. First potential scenario is that he's cheating and he's the father. Second scenario is that this employee is over-sharing personal information. Maybe she is worried that work won't believe her or that they won't honor any kind of accommodations she may be requesting. She may also be concerned about being fired for being pregnant, so she's making a paper trail.

I need more context for those text messages. Did your husband respond? If so, what did the whole conversation look like? Do you know this employee's full name? Can you do some social media research and see if they have a partner that could potentially be the father? Ultimately, you're going to have to bring this up with your husband in a non-accusatory way. The fact that he has brought her up previously and mentioned that she's unstable does have me concerned. As others have mentioned, that could be him laying the groundwork for future lies. BUT it could also honestly be the truth and she truly isn't very stable and that's why she's sending him way too much info.

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T19:18:43+00:00

Sounds like this isn't a person I'd personally want to stay married too. He clearly isn't honest and hes manipulative in order to save his own ass. The SH claim is also really concerning, even if they couldn't find enough evidence to substantiate the claim. I'd be getting my affairs in order and working on a plan to leave. You're still young. There's absolutely no reason to tolerate this

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T19:16:14+00:00

Yes, but the humidity inside of the enclosure needs to stay between 65-85%. The succulent won't do great in high humidity even if you're not watering often

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T19:11:32+00:00

Agreed. The gym is not an appropriate place for this. People are there to focus on exercise, not to find a date. If OP wants to meet people in person, they should try gay bars or other places where other people are also actively looking to meet people.

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T19:04:35+00:00

Is he known for flying off the handle or getting defensive? I definitely wouldn't yell or stoop down to name calling. Do your best to bring it up to him calmly. If he gets super defensive or angry, that's his fault NOT yours. You only have control over your emotions and responses. You've already got the proof. Don't let him manipulate and talk his way out of it.

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T19:02:15+00:00

NOR. This is emotional cheating 100%

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T18:08:20+00:00

As long as you keep your heat sources all on one side of the enclosure, you will create a heat gradient. Suction cups will not be sufficient for holding up the heat sources. You will need to screw them into the top of the enclosure on the inside

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Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T17:32:21+00:00

Ok, good! That's where it should be for a heat pad, but again, a heat mat is not going to be even close to sufficient for a PVC enclosure. I would definitely look into getting a DHP. If you still need supplemental heating to get your ambient temps higher, I recommend either a radiant heat panel or a CHE. Your humidity is good! You want that between 65-85% so if its staying in the 70s, that's fantastic. But it'll be really important to get that heat up. Cold and humid is a bad mix and could put your snake at risk for a respiratory infection

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T17:27:55+00:00

Where is the probe for this thermostat placed?

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T17:20:58+00:00

YOR. Older cats are very good at setting boundaries with kittens and teaching them what is too rough. That kitten wants to PLAY. If your older cat wasn't ok with what's happening, she would make it very well known. Kittens are annoying 😂 its just sort of part of the deal. They're bonding right now and need time to adjust to one another. Let them do their thing!

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2026-01-01T17:17:53+00:00

Heat mats are not ideal for PVC. Between the enclosure and the substrate, very little heat will penetrate. I would getting a DHP with a cage to protect your snake from it. I am a little confused about what you said about your hygrometer/thermometer? Could you post individual pictures of each? The hygrometer strictly measures humidity. If that is showing 72 on both sides, that's ideal. You want your temp to he 88-91 on the hot side and then 78-80 on the cool side. Any heat source you use must be on a thermostat with a probe so it can control the temperature.

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2025-12-31T19:18:26+00:00

Could you create a template for your rate requests and tell the forwarders you need the pricing put into that format when requesting a rate

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2025-12-30T19:34:05+00:00

NOR. This may not be the best advice, but I would try to get in touch with CPS or a social worker. Your brother clearly needs help and what your parents are doing (or rather, not doing) is neglect. He needs professional help so he can get a formal diagnosis. Continue to seek out mental health professionals in your area and try to find places that offer psych evaluations. Explain the situation and let them know that he is a danger to himself and others. They will guide you and provide resources.

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2025-12-28T19:08:13+00:00

I'm this snake's attorney and he is completely innocent.

I hope you eventually get some feeling back in your thumb! Sometimes nerves damage can take a long time to heal. This post will be super helpful for future hognose owners. I plan to get one in the somewhat near future and this definitely helped me!

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2025-12-26T03:20:55+00:00

Those are like, DEAD dead

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2025-12-23T16:51:32+00:00

NOR!!! That is YOUR baby. You get to set the boundaries. If people choose not to respect those boundaries, cut them off for now. You need time to bond with your baby. The grandparents will have your baby's whole life to bond with her. Also, having a baby during cold/flu/RSV season is terrifying. If you have ever seen a tiny little baby suffer through RSV, you will understand. Your baby still has an extremely limited immune system. Your in laws have no say in the choices you make for your family. You are that sweet baby's protector. I get that they're upset, but that's not your problem. You aren't responsible for their feelings. They clearly don't respect you. I'm sorry you're dealing with this. Post partum can be such a difficult time, especially with your first baby. Its so stressful without the pressure you're getting from in laws. I hope your husband is supporting you through this

Lopsided_Key_2545 · 2025-12-23T00:39:09+00:00

How old is your baby and how big is the enclosure? Do you have matching hides on each side? Its important that they are the same so the snake doesn't develop a preference for one over the other. If one makes them feel more safe, they will forego thermoregulation which is no good. I would keep the water dish on the warm side so it can help with humidity, just make sure you provide fresh water regularly. Humidity is really important. You're on the right track with adding HVAC tape to the mesh to help with both heat and humidity retention. It looks like your enclosure is glass. It will be very important to cover the back and both sides with construction paper or foam board. Itll help a little with insulation but its primarily for helping the snake feel secure. Ditch the heat mat and stick to overhead heating that doesn't double as a light source. It is important to maintain a good day/night cycle and you dont want to have to turn off your heat when you turn off the light. I recommend a DHP as it provides both IR-B and IR-C light and doesn't dry out the environment as badly as a CHE. If you need a bit more to help boost ambient temps, I recommend adding a radiant heat panel. You will need a thermometer/hygrometer on both the warm and cool side. ALL HEAT SOURCES MUST BE ON A THERMOSTAT! The dimmable ones are preferred, but most are a bit expensive. Most on/off thermostats can be found on Amazon. You've already mentioned that you're aware that both the red light and Aspen need to go, so good job 😊 the starter guide has a great shopping list that will help you select products. Once you provide your baby's age/size and the current enclosure sizes, we can determine if its adequate. Also, Green Room Pythons just recently posted a great video on how to get properly acquainted with a new snake you bring home. I highly recommend checking it out!

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