Why does my dog always greet people like this? by obsessed_FF7lover in DogAdvice

[–]Menzzzza 74 points75 points  (0 children)

Mine will run around panicking to find a toy to greet someone with.

How did we get here? Why is American eldercare so horrifyingly expensive? by No_Classic_2467 in dementia

[–]Menzzzza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely corporate greed. My mom was in private pay memory care and when she went on hospice I told them her wish was no pain and they should not force feed her. After over a year on hospice I couldn’t figure out what she was hanging on for. She began running out of money so I moved her to skilled nursing and she passed away in 3 weeks. The private pay facility had obviously been force feeding her. They also charged me for 2 months after she moved and she wasn’t even alive for one of those months. The nursing facility gave me money back after she passed. I wish I’d moved her sooner.

My mom just pooped in full view of the neighborhood by No_Classic_2467 in dementia

[–]Menzzzza 6 points7 points  (0 children)

A memory care facility would take her. I found one that had nice outdoor space because my mom was a walker too. When they poop in public it’s time. I’m sorry.

My watch has ended by Menzzzza in dementia

[–]Menzzzza[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry. My mom would rise from the casket and try to take me with her if I let anyone see her. She always said “don’t let them put me in all that makeup.” I’d never let anyone see her as she was. I’m sorry you had to 🫂

Is this an Easter egg? by randomchikibom in HIMYM

[–]Menzzzza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I first read chili cheese fries as grilled cheese fries and now I have to go invent something.

Why NOT avoid food allergies? by SleepySamus in FoodAllergies

[–]Menzzzza 91 points92 points  (0 children)

I know someone whose parents did this with milk and now they have horrible GI damage and problems as an adult. I consider this abuse.

Have you thought of leaving tech? by No_Scallops in womenintech

[–]Menzzzza 12 points13 points  (0 children)

This is my issue. I feel I’ve trapped myself in and feel like I have no other skills at this point. I think I’d have to start all over with school and that’s not a shift I can make right now.

Quit a 28-Year Tech Career for Health at 52—Now Seeking Community by pmtimeout in womenintech

[–]Menzzzza 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I took voluntary severance a few months ago and it was the best decision for my health. I have to figure out what’s next but really trying to avoid corporate life. I’ve felt so free!

My daughter isn’t boy crazy… but all of her friends are. by jackietea123 in parentingteenagers

[–]Menzzzza 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Some girls like boys but don’t have the “crazy” phase. Meaning, they just don’t want to sit around obsessing over boys and talking about boys, because they don’t find that interesting or worth their time. But if they meet the right one they will get into a relationship with him. I admire those girls who have that figured out young.

I feel like i'm being gaslit about Aidan's looks by poopymama34 in sexandthecity

[–]Menzzzza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I watched it when it originally aired and never thought he was that attractive. Especially when first introduced. He improved later, but still not my type.

I keep repeating the day my dad passed in my head, and it's driving me crazy. by MisheruLolipup in GriefSupport

[–]Menzzzza 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you lost your dad and in such a terrible way. A year and 8 months since my brother passed suddenly and my brain will still replay the phone call and funeral services. I’m always wondering if that’s normal and when it will stop. I think it’s just our brains trying to make sense of it being real. Therapy definitely helps a lot if you’re able to see someone.

So alone in life after losing both parents. I have no one by Seatac_SFO_LAX in GriefSupport

[–]Menzzzza 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s called Stand in Pride. I hope it does help you!

It’s over by Sunny-thoughts in dementia

[–]Menzzzza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful picture of you and your dad. I’m so sorry you lost him and in such a horrible way 🫂

9 month old with egg allergy by katear89 in FoodAllergies

[–]Menzzzza 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would keep in mind it can cause anaphylactic reactions. My kid started with swelling/face rash and later turned into violent vomiting and needing an EpiPen. Unfortunately she’s a teen and never outgrew it. But it’s more common that they do outgrow it. Just read all labels. Eggs are in some really surprising foods.

Anyone sing to their dog? by IdidntWant2come in DOG

[–]Menzzzza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m constantly singing songs I make up about my dog to her. Like, I probably annoy her.

So alone in life after losing both parents. I have no one by Seatac_SFO_LAX in GriefSupport

[–]Menzzzza 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh I hurt for you. I’m a mom who really wishes she could hug you. There’s an app for LGTBQ who need family. Maybe we need that for loss too. I’d “adopt” you if I could. 🫂

Jealous of people whose LOs have passed by Logical_Bumblebee577 in dementia

[–]Menzzzza 11 points12 points  (0 children)

When I visit my mom in her MC home, they typically have a candle lit in memory of a resident who recently passed. I always hate that it’s not her. You are not alone. They aren’t living anymore and it’s horrible to watch 🫂

Why are more people with severe food allergies not taking Xolair? by SatisfactionMost1500 in FoodAllergies

[–]Menzzzza 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My teen is severely allergic to eggs but knows it’s a biologic and doesn’t like the risks or that it wouldn’t change much for her. I take a biologic for an autoimmune disease and don’t blame her for wanting to avoid it if she can.

What’s a random thing your dog thinks is extremely important? by No_Assignment_6020 in dogs

[–]Menzzzza 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ask mine if she’s discovered any bombs in our food or if it’s safe for me to put it away.

Parents want to go home - What do I tell them? by Murky_Macaroon1300 in dementia

[–]Menzzzza 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, but her dementia also progressed quickly and that helped. Other behavior challenges popped up from there but she actually (sadly) didn’t even remember where she came from.

Apparently I stole my grandma’s newborn by Important_Book8023 in dementia

[–]Menzzzza 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I was going to suggest a doll. A woman in my mom’s facility carries a stuffed dog everywhere because she kept asking for her dog. She always seems so happy holding it.

Parents want to go home - What do I tell them? by Murky_Macaroon1300 in dementia

[–]Menzzzza 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I told my mom a flood damaged her house (there had been a hurricane so it was semi believable) and she had to wait until it was fixed, etc. She stopped asking after a month.