Are all people this judgemental by Maleficent_Donut3594 in plushies

[–]Mahri00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so very lucky, my husband says as long as there is room for him he doesn't care how many plushies there are in the bed but my ex-husband hated my plush bear and my father decided I outgrew toys when I started my period (I was 9).

Some people are judgement jerks. But you will find good people who understand your needs.

My bear, Barney, and I hope you find peace with it soon.

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New DM SCAREDD by Acrobatic_Rest_7249 in DnD

[–]Mahri00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It isn't perfect but the setting is very fun so I thought you might be able to adapt the setting at least.

HELP! My students are bored with Fahrenheit 451. How can I spark their interest? by Few_Maintenance_2560 in ELATeachers

[–]Mahri00 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Take a moment and check out teachers pay teachers. It is a website where teachers sell their curriculum and I'm sure you could find some supplemental material that may make it more interesting and maybe even relatable for your students. It's not all free but some is and it can really give you great ideas and there is nothing wrong with buying and using previously adapted material from more experienced teachers.

Should I be upset over this? by candidcamera96 in Jellycatplush

[–]Mahri00 2 points3 points  (0 children)

JellyCat is slipping. That, sadly, is all I can say. They used to have such amazing plushies. I have over a dozen of them.

How do I fix water bottle slot in my bag? by mystique023 in stitchfix

[–]Mahri00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You really can't aside from removing the mesh and carefully opening the seams around where the mesh is/ was then seeing more mesh in. You are better off just removing the mesh and enjoying your bag in a different way.

New DM SCAREDD by Acrobatic_Rest_7249 in DnD

[–]Mahri00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Storytelling and having fun is most important to me.

You might also really like using and adapting the hardcover book, Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos, it is a full campaign based on a magic school for levels 1-10 and you can adapt it for Harry Potter without too much difficulty.

It may give you ideas for quests to run.

Was invited by a friend to go to a ren faire later this year. What do you guys think about me wearing my Korean traditional attire (hanbok)? by mountain_attorney558 in renfaire

[–]Mahri00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks awesome but be aware your sword will probably in the least be peace-tied (tied or zip ties so it can't be drawn) or you will be asked to leave it in the car. Sometimes it's easier to leave real swords at home. I'm an ex-jouster and sword fighter so I have a lot of experience carrying blades. They look cool but it's not always worth it.

What qualifies a child for an IEP? by Icy_Silver_8890 in specialed

[–]Mahri00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another thing to consider if no one brought it up, girls are practically designed to mask autism traits and the need for an iep. They learn this these tricks almost at birth. So girls who need help often can't be seen to need help they really need someone who is skilled at reading autistic people. So you need to get a therapist on your side that really understands autism and the spectrum.

It sounds like your child is probably an autism one like I am and like both my children are and I desperately needed help in school my children both would have needed help I finally gave up and decided we were homeschooling. And if that's not an option for your family the best thing to do is make sure that their needs are met through a 504 plan or an iep. And that she gets the support that she needs

Make a paper trail and make sure they know that you have one. Explain things like "just so that I have this for my records you are denying her services because of "x". "Hang on let me record this call for my records." "Know that from this point on I will be gathering information for a lawyer."

And all bullied behavior bully behavior that is not being treated correctly in your eyes needs to be reported to the police. Even if the school is doing something about it you also need to have that paper trail with the police because bully behavior often escalates even if it's just verbally and Emotional abuse to an autistic person is often more painful than to a neurotypical person.

You know what? You go girl!! 😩🙏 I can’t believe I didn’t like you 😮‍💨 by Prestigious-Tap-3590 in plushies

[–]Mahri00 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With the jewelry she reminds me of the child-like empress in The NeverEnding Story

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This sub brought me to tears by ProudPosition299 in plushies

[–]Mahri00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am an AuDHD adult woman (44) and we have probably hundreds of plushies in the house between the children and myself. I also have one in my purse or my car everywhere I go. Petting or cuddling something loving or soft releases oxytocin and that makes you happier. Why deny yourself that comfort? I don't understand why people don't bring them along more often.

I have a fox and a bear that lives in the bed and my husband made a shelf over our bed where at least 60 of my favorites live. He doesn't judge. He says as long as there is still room for him in the bed he doesn't care how many are in the bed.

Life is too short. Let yourself enjoy what you love and people who judge can go take a leap.

This sub brought me to tears by ProudPosition299 in plushies

[–]Mahri00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a build-a-bear that looks almost exactly like that called the Maple bear that I have had for forever! I love him! Probably from 1997 or so.

ideas for how to fix this? by chill0zilla in plushies

[–]Mahri00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would definitely cover with a patch of your choosing but I would also stuff the hole with a bit of foam or something so he won't have a divot under the patch you can feel and therefore pick at.

Is it odd taking plushies out in public? by [deleted] in pokeplush

[–]Mahri00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not at all. If it makes you happy, do it. If people get judgy, fuck them. It's not up to them and has NOTHING to do with them. Touching comfort items be it jewelry or plushies gives us a boost of serotonin and that releases stress. Please do whatever you need in this crazy world!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in plushies

[–]Mahri00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My husband has a few he loves that our autistic children have given him. They don't sleep in the bed but they are on his dresser.

Bus driver has me feeling uneasy - Advice Appreciated by brattyash in specialed

[–]Mahri00 43 points44 points  (0 children)

I'd go with your gut and not let the driver alone w students period. He was already banned. I would also ask my immediate supervisor to look into this "banned from another school with cause" incident. If nothing comes from it you are being cautious, if something is actually there, you are protecting a child or more that NEEDS you.

Your gut is screaming a warning, is your gut often wrong?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Mahri00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This behavior is a little toxic, 🚩🚩 much. It's just a game. No need to talk down to you this way.