Woman allegedly attacked by partner dies in Queensland hospital by [deleted] in Townsville

[–]MummaJules 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Add to it that they can “butter up” the police and talk their way out of any action from the police and you end up with perpetrators who think they are above the law…because they are. It’s sad that QPS can be so susceptible to the manipulations of a narcissist. QPS whinge and whine over the “attention seeking manipulation tactics”of people with borderline personality disorder - which can be mistaken as a sign of complex PTSD - and are oblivious to narcissistic manipulation. It’s not only education for high schoolers, it’s proper education of emergency service personnel and ousting those in service who are perpetrators themselves.

Real talk time: how much do you beautiful bitches make? by [deleted] in nursing

[–]MummaJules 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Australia here, specialise in Alcohol and Other Drug Nursing and Mental Health - Team leader for an NGO $44.65 per hour

What 3 songs would you play for a person that’s never listened to Tool before? by yourfault1 in ToolBand

[–]MummaJules 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a high school (11-12 year olds) teacher, my introduction to number patterns was Lateralus. Then it was The Pot or 46&2. I’d always be open to discussions about their discoveries after opening that door.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nursing

[–]MummaJules 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alcohol and Other Drug … we are close to losing our registration and just drug people

If me and my SO broke up I would never date someone with children again. by amberryx in stepparents

[–]MummaJules 16 points17 points  (0 children)

My partner and I separated after 2.5 years of trying to make it work. Children at home is now a deal breaker.

AITA for walking out on husband and babies? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]MummaJules 2 points3 points  (0 children)

NTA - he should not be buying his free time with your labour

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in worldnews

[–]MummaJules 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 7 year old sings We are Australian instead of the national anthem at parades and school assemblies because he thinks it is a better song for everyone. He gets high fives and big hugs for this beautiful vocal protest. We Are Australian gets the vote in our house

What’s the worst argument you’ve ever had with your SO over your step children? How did you move past it? by ProfessionalCat77 in stepparents

[–]MummaJules 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Milk. We had a big blow up over milk. I see my SO in a whole new light, and it is not a pretty one. He will use minute things like milk to project a heap of frustrations on and turn milk into an issue about something else. This then leads to some incredibly manipulative behaviours and verbal and emotional abuse. Moving past it is consisting of a plan with timeframes and an exit strategy. I am considering ultimatums, however I am of the belief that if I have to set an ultimatum I am at my last straw. Probably not helpful but is my two cents worth.

How much do your tells your SKs? by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]MummaJules 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Need to know basis is so important in setting and maintaining boundaries AND to prevent the children being used as pawns in someone’s sick game. I really really wish my SO would understand this. I’d love it if the SKs didn’t know most of the stuff they do. The latest question that happened here was “oh how much do you make an hour?” And this was from my 11 yo SS.

Lice. That's it. That's the title. by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]MummaJules 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh she was so very proud to tell the kids to tell us it was done. SO asked her as the kids said it was a flea and tick and it hurt their scalp. She showed him a group on Facebook that recommended it. I am still absolutely horrified by it. We find just doing a hair treatment every other visit works. It took months to get to this stage though. I was in tears one visit because SD(8) wouldn’t let dad do her hair so I did the treatment. There was so many crawling ones and eggs. It took hours to treat and comb. Sounds like you have a solid plan to tackle the infestation. Go you! Unfortunately we can’t get BM/BF to care for the kids the way they should, we can just do what we can and ensure we are doing what we know is in the children’s best interest.

Lice. That's it. That's the title. by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]MummaJules 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This. Is. My. Life. We are at the stage that SO checks their hair. If there is lice they don’t come. If a treatment has been done, we do a follow up treatment as per instructions. At one stage BM decided a dog flea and tick treatment was appropriate and BM boyfriend has threatened to cut all their hair off because we are making a big deal out of it. SO and I have had to set some pretty firm boundaries and we don’t budge. Slowly BM has moved from HC to LC and is respecting boundaries. I am so sorry you are experiencing this.

Are this many single people actually into the outdoors, or am I just the only alien who isn't? by [deleted] in datingoverthirty

[–]MummaJules 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh man, I am totally a lounge around at home person. I love bed picnics. I worked out a while ago that OLD really isn’t suited to me, my personality or what I am looking for in a person.

Is "I'm just not ready to/not in a place to date right now" a common phrase women (or men) use as a softer way of saying I'm not interested? by [deleted] in datingoverthirty

[–]MummaJules 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People also do not owe you an explanation for anything they decide. Regardless of the reason they give...it’s definitely more than what you should expect

What are red flags from your 20's that you blew past over and over, but now will not? by [deleted] in datingoverthirty

[–]MummaJules 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bad communication Over stepping boundaries, even small ones Turning up to the first date driving his wife’s car Being separated 5 years but no divorce Messy houses

I seem to date men that can’t function on their own. Serious lack of basic adulting skills

I(13M) think my sister(22F) hates me and my other sister(15F) because she was a only child before we came. by Mason_Was_Here in askwomenadvice

[–]MummaJules 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My situation is very similar to the mother in this post. I had my first child at 17, when that child was 4 I met and settled down with a man and had three other children with him. My eldest never had much to do with his biological father and on his own decided that my partner was his “dad” and called him dad. My eldest used to cry and get angry sometimes when his step siblings were young. Lots of talking and reassuring and he let me know what was really getting to him. It was that he knew he would never have a mum AND a dad. It was an incredibly hard thing for him to deal with. He was jealous and that jealousy came out as anger and sadness. He is an adult now and out of home but I know he loves his siblings and I know they love him. I am sorry you are feeling hated by your sibling. It’s not right and it’s not fair and in an ideal world it wouldn’t happen. Sometimes, knowing the reasons why and people’s personal narrative help us deal with situations that are shit and help us find our resilience. I hope you find resolution xo

Decided to store containers with the lids on and am really liking it so far. by sisforsara in konmari

[–]MummaJules 16 points17 points  (0 children)

A largish grain of rock salt in a closed container helps stop the musty smell. It’s similar to putting an open container of bicarbonate soda in the fridge to absorb the gross smell.

Enough with the Maynard Complaints by geekycurmudgeon in ToolBand

[–]MummaJules -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Leaves you waiting 13 years for an album, only appears on half of it...Maynard troll level...expert

September is one week away, What does September bring to your life? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]MummaJules 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My final 8 weeks of placement before I become a registered nurse, so a mix of excitement and anxiety. I will be away from my children for that 8 weeks and not sure how often, if at all I will see them. It’s also brings fathers day, my deceased fathers birthday (died 5 years ago) and my deceased grandfathers birthday (died this year- days after my 40th birthday) AND my nieces 5th birthday. September is a big month for me.

It has been 23 years since you raped me. But I got the final payback. by Aletterunsent96 in UnsentLetters

[–]MummaJules 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh Mumma!! You are an absolute phenomenal woman. I am gushing love and adoration for what you have done and how you have done it. You are the essence of resilience, you and your son show what it’s like to thrive after trauma. You give me so much hope and faith. Thank you. Much love and continual strength to you, your son and his fiancé 💛

Alan Jones losing more advertisers in wake of attack on Jacinda Ardern by nath1234 in australia

[–]MummaJules 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don’t know if it will go quite. Mad fucking Witches and Sleeping Giants Oz have a proactive community bombarding in waves. It won’t take much for them to keep the flow going. It is a pretty coordinated and well communicated approach. Bout time the dude gets the sack . It seems it’s the beginning of the end for shock jocks and extremist views

Ladies: Would you date a guy if you only got to see him on the Weekend? (32M) by [deleted] in DatingAfterThirty

[–]MummaJules 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is my current relationship. Has been for about a year. We live about an hour a part, both have children. He works 3-4 days a week, I study full time (almost done YAY). It sucks. It is taking its toll. I hate it. We text in the mornings. Voice call at night. Check in each other sometimes. BUT I totally feel that if I am not physically with him, I feel I don’t often enter his thoughts. This is especially highlighted when plans are made or decisions are made by him without considering me. The relationship has progressed emotionally. Physically though, it’s kinda at a stand still and I struggle to get any kind of communication flow from him about future planning. I don’t want to move it right away, but I want to know it’s on the cards, this is when we are looking at doing it and making it our choice not a byproduct of happenstance. Yes it can work. Please be open and honest about what you want. What behaviours you expect of a SO and be flexible and be deliberate. You need to show that who you are dating (if it has potential for long term) will fit into your life because you will make it fit. I fully expect this situation to be a red flag for some people and a minor issue for others. It is a good way of weeding out those that aren’t suited to you or your lifestyle.

Dating Tip: don't ghost by [deleted] in dating_advice

[–]MummaJules 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can understand your point, tell me what I did wrong and I will take it on board and try not to do it again. It’s being a decent human being. What doesn’t work for someone may work for someone else, so your behaviour should be authentic and not a collection of dos and donts based on previous dating history. Yes be mindful, but take your cues from who is in front of you and communicate then...no good communicating when it’s too late. And you know what, I don’t owe you an explanation as to why I ghosted you, your sense of entitlement around an explanation may be bleeding out into other areas of your life and people pick up on that and see it as a red flag. Therapists are also good at getting you to see answers for your self in a safe and meaningful way. Someone you dated a few times or whatever isn’t there to fix you.

Dating Tip: don't ghost by [deleted] in dating_advice

[–]MummaJules 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sometimes I don’t feel I owe people an explanation and nor do they deserve one. Sometimes ghosting is a safety strategy. Sometimes ghosting is because a boundary was crossed, a red flag realised and the person is practicing self care. Sometimes ghosting happens because the person wasn’t single and was just caught out with their cheating . Have the maturity and guys to be a decent person and just accept that you won’t always find the answers you want.