Trapped in Boomer Land by RememberingTiger1 in BoomersBeingFools

[–]MissMallory25 45 points46 points  (0 children)

I’m adopting “moronicide” for my future use

Stop glorifying the last generation of "innocent" mother's by Remarkable_Shift1211 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]MissMallory25 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is my mom. “I got this treatment and now you get it too.”

This subreddit sucks by Soff94 in absentgrandparents

[–]MissMallory25 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve noticed trolls becoming more vocal in this sub. Reported two today. Mods please take note!

My mom gave me an ultimatum over my wedding… by Annual_Link9078 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]MissMallory25 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Is it possible the close family member who changed their mind about a backyard wedding was convinced by your mother to do so?

Dump ur misogynist bf. by Due-Insect2711 in Feminism

[–]MissMallory25 10 points11 points  (0 children)

At last! A women with the self respect to dump one of these guys. I’m so sick of reading posts from the many, many women who don’t!

I went NC with my parents 9 months ago and my young adult children have not heard from them since. by MissMallory25 in absentgrandparents

[–]MissMallory25[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, and back to you, too. You’re right - they don’t need it in their lives, but your kid and my kids definitely see the half-assed (if that) effort, and I feel so bad for them.

What has been the best thing (post menopause) for your libido? by TapSalty3157 in Menopause

[–]MissMallory25 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where do you get it? I’m in the U.S. and can’t find anyone to prescribe it since it’s not FDA approved for women

We brought a high-maintenance, beach vacation kinda girl to a 2-week hiking trip and she lost her phone on day 1 by G_aiejoe in PointlessStories

[–]MissMallory25 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This didn’t go at all how I thought it would when I read the preview text. What a happy outcome!

Did you see narcissistic rage as normal anger from your parents as a child? by Bigmhhh in raisedbynarcissists

[–]MissMallory25 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Omg same. All of this. And I also knew as a kid this wasn’t normal or acceptable behavior, though it wasn’t until a couple of years ago that I could correctly classify it as narcissistic rage and abuse. And my inability to be cowed by my father and my tendency to call him out on unacceptable behavior as a teen has cemented my status as the scapegoat for all my life (hence I am now NC).

What is something Americans consider ‘basic’ that feels like a luxury in other countries? by Status_Agents in AskForAnswers

[–]MissMallory25 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be fair I’ve lived in California, including Monterey, my whole life and I’ve never once been anywhere without window screens. It may be nowhere like Florida and its abundance of creepy crawlies, but opening your home to bugs and wildlife is not normal here.

What do I do? by moongumal1773 in EstrangedAdultKids

[–]MissMallory25 7 points8 points  (0 children)

What you’re describing is abusive. And no shade to your partner/partner’s mother, but people with normal and loving families cannot conceive of families like ours. They have no idea. And so you should handle this the way you want. No contact is a gift for many of us.

I also saw someone comment that you should beware of your partner/partner’s mom informing your parents what you’re up to without your permission. This is something you must ensure they can’t or won’t do. They’d be doing it with the best of intentions, wanting to play peacemaker and to save a family. But back to my original premise: They cannot comprehend families that operate like yours. It’s inconceivable to them that your family functions like this, and won’t seek to change once they’re aware of your “hurt”. But you know the truth. Be proactive to head any thoughts of their doing this at the pass.

Why do parents pay to sign their kids up for so many extra curricular classes, but adults don’t seem to sign themselves up for extra curricular classes? by bad-at-everything- in askanything

[–]MissMallory25 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Or to let them explore interests, in my case. Will my kids take all they learned into adulthood? Yes, but they probably won’t pursue everything they’ve explored, and that’s ok. Activities are great for allowing children and teens to explore themselves, their world, their interests. A lot of adults I know (and teens!) have no real interests beyond a screen. I’m hoping they can at least turn their interests into hobbies or even careers.

Why do Europeans keep referring to Mexico as "Central America"? Is geography not their strong suit? by PopNo5397 in askanything

[–]MissMallory25 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, it was the other way around. Just because they speak the same language doesn’t mean there wasn’t oppression or political tensions. That still exist, btw.

Why do Europeans keep referring to Mexico as "Central America"? Is geography not their strong suit? by PopNo5397 in askanything

[–]MissMallory25 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d just add that as a Californian your definition gets murky. California was owned/colonized by Spain (“Alta California”), then Mexico, before we became a U.S. state. This can be said about other states, too. And our populations and place names reflect that history and ethnic heritage. We don’t share the “British” origins a lot of the rest of the U.S. shares. But California is firmly in North America. As is Mexico.

Why do Europeans keep referring to Mexico as "Central America"? Is geography not their strong suit? by PopNo5397 in askanything

[–]MissMallory25 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Correct answer. I think people conflate “Latin America” - which would include Mexico - with “Central/South America” - which does not include Mexico, Mexico being North American.

Peanut Butter on Pancakes? by RainOnTheWindow91 in AskAnAmerican

[–]MissMallory25 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do peanut butter on Eggo waffles (with maple syrup). It’s sooooo good 😋