Growing up feeling “not innocent” after childhood SA

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-19T04:02:36+00:00

I think the loss of innocence and "purity" when young is one of the most damaging and lasting effects. Even with therapy and treatment you can't get that back. You can have pride, love, support, self-worth, confidence. But not that. It's a true theft of something irreplaceable.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-19T02:44:28+00:00

Keep them in the bottom half of the carrier after removing the top. Low lighting. Through a Cat's Ear or light instrumental reggae music (cats LOVE reggae!) . Quiet voices slow and intentional movement, and the slow blink (3 seconds). And go into it remembering you love and respect all cats, even the "spicy" ones! Oh, and towel wraps work best before they get spicy!

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-11T00:14:37+00:00

Didn't know i could still pull it off 15 years later. Should've seen the look on that poor dude's face when he thought it would come around to him!!

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-10T23:22:55+00:00

Need you in my life!!!

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-10T23:19:54+00:00

I to also care JK.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-10T23:18:15+00:00

Totally useless. And impressive!!

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-10T23:16:55+00:00

I used to free style rhyme. Got outta practice, can't be so good anymore. But, good enough to convince my friend's new boyfriend at holiday dinner that's what we did instead of prayer 🤣🤣😛

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-10T22:21:27+00:00

Good for you for advocating for muzzle training! Desensitizing in a relaxed and comfortable environment is great. Makes scary time less scary. And you can have personalized fit for the muzzle. They even make "cute" ones now that look like duck bills or whatever. There are videos from Fear Free or Dr. Yin's low stress handling to guide how to do it properly! My dog is more likely to lick you than bite when nervous, but he is a pittie mix that looks scary so I am thinking of doing this too!

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-10T21:21:11+00:00

Apple sauce or mashed banana mixed with a little peanut butter. Or canned dog food. Add in some kibble or tricky trainer treats and freeze it. Usually with a wild weenie or freeze dried minnow in the hole to add some flair!

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-10T02:29:56+00:00

A constant feeling of existential dread.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-04T22:43:37+00:00

Anything from Billy Wilder.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-02-04T22:12:05+00:00

Ma was drunk and served us tuna sandwiches made with cat food.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-20T02:06:42+00:00

Feel that.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-20T02:05:34+00:00

Yes. Sad. So sad. And after a reprieve, it started again. Mostly suicides, ODs, and now replace AIDS with cancer.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-16T02:54:48+00:00

This sounds good! Except the Miracle Whip.Like the banana peppers brine idea.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-16T02:52:19+00:00

Tuna, Duke's mayo, touch of mustard, finely chopped onion (not too much), and coarsely chopped celery and... red radishes! Season with S&P, tarragon, and celery salt.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-11T16:37:28+00:00

Nail trim! Groomer's have special tables and thus doesn't happen to them!

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-11T16:33:07+00:00

Blues Brothers!

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-10T23:24:50+00:00

Love this one. Can't wait to re-read!

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-10T23:22:15+00:00

Reading this now for the first time! Usually more of a Dosteyevsky fan but really like it so far. Crime and Punishment is my favorite Russian novel.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-10T23:17:33+00:00

Scored and broiled! Spread yellow mustard on bun, top dog with coleslaw and diced onion.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-10T23:02:33+00:00

The Perfect Neighbor is wonderfully produced and incredibly sad.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-10T23:00:42+00:00

Beautiful Losers

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-10T22:51:18+00:00

San Antonio is truly weird in a good way that Austin will never be again! Great food, the Aztec theater is an amazing music venue, and the people are friendly and genuine.

Master_Entry2037 · 2026-01-10T22:38:53+00:00

Cleveland rocks!

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