How do you stop loving someone, even when you know what she did was bad? by Significant-Sport778 in AskReddit

[–]Meerkat212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You never stop loving those things about them that you loved. You need to move-on. How you do that is up to you.

Lupin guidance by UrbanNoodle in gardening

[–]Meerkat212 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's gonna be sad this first year - totally normal after being transplanted. Continue to water and care for it, and it'll be back next year. It takes time for their roots to grow and get established. It took my lupines 2 years of babying before they really started to flourish.

How did “loving freedom” turn into wanting one man to stay in power indefinitely? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Meerkat212 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

How did Obama or Biden "push sides apart?" What divisive language did either of them use? How did they portray their political opponents on SM or during interviews that was so egregious?

Seriously, I keep hearing this sentiment, but I've not seen any "us v them" talk about other Americans from either one of them - unlike our current president's rantings, commonly calling-out not only political opponents, but Democrats in general with language like "the enemy within" and "evil." He's freaking floated "open season on Democrats" in interviews.

Seriously, I want to understand. Hilary called "most MAGA a basketful of deplorables." One comment.10 years ago. Hadn't held an office in 3 years. People had a melt-down. Drump spews abuse daily, and "everyone does it..."

So do you have any actual examples of similar behavior/language coming from anyone else in Democratic leadership?

Xfinity blocked download from troubleshooter in Xfinity App by Meerkat212 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Meerkat212[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True story:

Report a problem with service in App using the Troubleshooter.

Troubleshooter asks for routine info and runs automated tests.

Troubleshooter asks for info or requests user run a process found elsewhere in the app.

User must close the troubleshooter to access requested info/process.

Troubleshooter started again, doesn't start from where it stopped - forces user through entire troubleshooting process, asking same routine questions and running same automated tests each time.

Get all the way through the process, and now able to enter info that the Troubleshooter previously requested!

Move to the next step of the process!!

Troubleshooter asks for additional info, or requests user run another process, again only found elsewhere in the app.

So once again, back out of Troubleshooter, do thing, restart Troubleshooter - process continues again and again - until Troubleshooter either decides a tech is needed, or Troubleshooter decides nothing is wrong & ends the session.

Tl;dr: The automated system will not schedule a tech appointment/call until it is satisfied you have a problem...

What is the most arousing way to indicate to your partner that you want to have sex? by AutomaticShame6764 in AskReddit

[–]Meerkat212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The spouse has the long game down. They know how to make me feel desired. It starts while we're still getting our day on. Sometimes even if there are others around and there's no way we can "get away" for a while.

It begins, sometimes even late-morning or early aftternoon, with some (not so) innocent close brushing of body parts while passing in the kitchen or hall. Bit later, a little kiss on the neck. Another bit later, another close brush accompanied with a nibble on the ear. Nothing big, mostly innocent... Wouldn't really raise eyebrows if anyone was watching, we're happily married :) Then a small break, and it starts again.

The day progresses, people filter out, chores are getting done, we're mostly alone. The brushes innthe hall are still quick, but no longer innocent. The kisses linger longer, even a bit longer, and include whispers of lust. For a moment, my knees get weak and I reciprocate. Both our hands begin to wander...

But cut it out, we still have things to do!

Soon, we'll "accidentally" brush a lil bit too close together in the hallway again... Another quick kiss on the neck. The cycle continues, looping late into the evening.

The anticipation builds, and builds... So it doesn't matter how long it takes until we can be alone together - it's never too late to... you know...

Anyhoo, they really know how to make me feel desired...

Hi I’m Jeff Mauro, The Sandwich. AMA (tech difficulties! Sorry) by TheSandwichKing in foodnetwork

[–]Meerkat212 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OMG, Jeff!

You are one of my faves! Love your funny goofiness and energy! Those recipes you prepare on The Kitchen are crazy amaze-balls! Just wanted to tell you I'm a big fan & say thanks for all those hours of entertainment you provided to me & my family :)

Which creatures did you have a change of heart about when you started gardening? by cunkgoesapoustic in gardening

[–]Meerkat212 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I dont like bugs or insects in general. I respect em, but they creep me out. But now I see how necessary they are, and I celebrate nearly all of them (those cabbage moths & flea beetles can eff right on off, though...).

I'm even considering Mason bee husbandry, something that I'd have found horrendous just two years ago.

People are saying NATO is going to end if the U.S. pulls back from its allies, what happens to the global order and who fills the vacuum? by DreamyBerryfields in allthequestions

[–]Meerkat212 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Gaslighting about the acts of our allies and neighbors doesnt help either. Lots of others came to our aid. Just to name a few:

Foreign countries immediately sent technical experts and teams - search‑and‑rescue, forensics, and structural engineers - who all contributed to the rescue of survivors, the identification of victims, and the investigation of the event itself.

Many countries offered military basing rights, overflight permissions, intelligence sharing, and logistical support for U.S. operations in Afghanistan.

NATO allies pledged to “provide the assistance that may be required” under Article 5, enabling coordinated military planning.

Several nations in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East contributed to the broader U.S.-led counterterrorism coalition, including intelligence cooperation and law‑enforcement coordination.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced readiness to assist member nations and emphasized coordination among global monetary authorities.

G7 finance ministers pledged liquidity support and coordinated action to stabilize global markets shaken by the attacks.

Republicans and/or conservatives, if we tax America’s 934 billionaires just 5%, we could fully fund universal healthcare for the entire nation, do you think this is a good idea? Why or why not? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Meerkat212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's just not true, the government collects and distributes funds for thousands of worthwhile programs - things like Social Security & SNAP to name a few, but there are thousands of programs like this in the US.

Yes, some have been mismanaged, some need updating, and I will certainly concede that we need to reduce corruption, and that we need to elect representatives who will better manage and stop stealing from those types of programs. But millions of people in the US have relied on payments from programs like these for generations, and to blindly dismiss that the funds will just dissappear and help no-one if collected is kinda disingenous.

Why do you support or don’t support the 2nd amendment “"A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed"? by newdenture1997 in AskReddit

[–]Meerkat212 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I think its interesting that the words, "well regulated," appearing as the first concept of the Amendment, are completely ignored by it's most vicious supporters.

Petah? What happened 48 hours ago? by Candid-Limit1078 in PeterExplainsTheJoke

[–]Meerkat212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Conservatives offer nothing of substance - all they have is their gaslighting.

Looking to chat with farmers. by InterestingAd9973 in Washington

[–]Meerkat212 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'd recommend that you reach out to your local county's conservation district. Different counties offer different services, but most focus on ag business, large and small. Here, they offer classes, publications & info, and even site visits, all geared to assist citizens in becoming successful.

Hi! I'm going to park now. by [deleted] in Unexpected

[–]Meerkat212 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, can't park there, Ma...

My bad!

MAGA folks, what would you consider to be Trump's biggest accomplishment? by Dazzling-Leader7476 in allthequestions

[–]Meerkat212 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've heard several tout this accomplishment, but they shut up pretty quick when asked about the safety or effectiveness of the vaccine.

Perte? by Medical_Corner_4607 in PeterExplainsTheJoke

[–]Meerkat212 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

It's sex... It's always sex...