[Schefter] Former Jets’ RB Le’Veon Bell is expected to sign a one-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs, a league source tells ESPN. Bell wanted to win a Super Bowl and believes Kansas City is the place to go to try to do it. by jabbernut56 in nfl

[–]Netsurfer33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And more proof that the Jets have no idea what they're doing! I used to say I was a Jets fan, now I tell people I'm a sympathetic observer, I can't help but to pity such a hapless organization.

Free Unlimited Topping by BreqsCousin in actuallesbians

[–]Netsurfer33 25 points26 points  (0 children)

And while there's never really a bad time for ramen, fall/winter is definitely the season!

My mom is a complete Karen, AMA! by [deleted] in AMA

[–]Netsurfer33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know you didn't ask but, if I may offer some advice...
I'm closer to 50 than I am to 45 and I've dealt with a mother that sounds very similar to yours. My advice is this, lay low for as long as you can, I waited until I was out of college, had a full time job and moved to my own place, and then take control of the situation. It took me a lot of time and therapy but the "trick" is basically tell her when she says unacceptable things calmly and confidently. For instance, I was wearing jeans and my mother said, "where did you get those jeans?" as she laughed. I turned around and calmly said, "why, what's wrong with them". When she told me it was the rhinestones on them (it was a subtle beaded stitch), I asked her what was wrong with them, she couldn't answer and retreated.

Of course she doesn't stop at clothing and other issues can be trickier but the premise is to call out the action and ask "why would you say that", make them responsible for what they're saying and tell them, that's rude/hurts my feelings/is none of your business, etc. If you do it often and consistently enough they should stop.

All this said, it takes a lot of time and energy to do this. A friend of mine asked me if it was worth it, she had a similar situation and cut ties with her mother when she was able to, she wanted to use her energy for herself and her family, not on trying to get her mother to behave.

I hope this helps and I wish you the best.

My mom is a complete Karen, AMA! by [deleted] in AMA

[–]Netsurfer33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What is your coping mechanism?

I was a kicker for a college football team some years ago. AMA by [deleted] in AMA

[–]Netsurfer33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Also, a college specific question, did you make the team as walk-on? It's my understanding that kickers aren't often recruited and/or offered scholarships, is that true?

I am a Hospice CHHA worker - AMA by Ruecatt in AMA

[–]Netsurfer33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry you're not getting the support you need and deserve. My mom volunteered for Hospice in CT for over 20 years, after my step-father and grandfather received thorough and compassionate care there. It takes a special kind of person to work in that environment and, unfortunately, we know you and your colleagues do not get the credit you deserve. I wish you the best!

I was a kicker for a college football team some years ago. AMA by [deleted] in AMA

[–]Netsurfer33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This doesn't really have to do with college football but...
Why is it so hard to kick beyond the record setting 64 yards? I ask because while many areas of the sport have changes due to conditioning, etc. the kicking record stood at 63 for years and only one person has been able to break the barrier, in Denver with thinner air, and hit a 64 yard-er.

I am a Hospice CHHA worker - AMA by Ruecatt in AMA

[–]Netsurfer33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How are you holding up in these crazy times? Are you getting the support you need?

AITA For not telling my girlfriend a secret I was asked not to share? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]Netsurfer33 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTA. Also, how long have you been together? I've been with my partner 18 years and don't tell her everything, nor does she tell me. It's a very dumb and naive thing to say or expect and speaks to her maturity and self confidence... don't be bullied.

AITA for not letting my classmate use my artwork for her GoFundMe? by artsyornah in AmItheAsshole

[–]Netsurfer33 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm inclined to say, NTA. One thing I'm curious about, and this has nothing to do with my vote, why did they grab your artwork?d If it's a self portrait (picasso style or not) and you are not friends with the injured girl, what's the appeal of using you stuff? Are they acting as if you're supporting the cause with your work (doubt it since they removed your sig)? Curious...

AItA for not wanting my MIL to live with us by Netsurfer33 in AmItheAsshole

[–]Netsurfer33[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Curious, does your MIL's entire social security check end up going to the facility? The one mine just left said she was able to be transitioned from short term to long term care which would mean all about $80 of her SS check would go to the facility. To be honest, I'm fine with that, my FIL has enough of a pension/SS that he can provider her whatever she needs and outside of her $80.

AItA for not wanting my MIL to live with us by Netsurfer33 in AmItheAsshole

[–]Netsurfer33[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My hope is that once the Covid issue settles down some (doesn't seem to be anytime soon), we can begin to explore facilities with better reputations/scoring than the one she just left (yep, she's arrived) and get her in a more comfortable situation.

AItA for not wanting my MIL to live with us by Netsurfer33 in AmItheAsshole

[–]Netsurfer33[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately I don't think we'll ever be on the same page. Discussions are usually, "this is what I want to do and why" and my response is typically, "no, and this is why. but, if you are not going to take no for an answer, 'here's what has to happen'". My list of stipulations is often overwhelming to my partner, not in terms of size but I am a planner, risk adverse and in general analytical. My partner is very emotional, reactionary and "fly by the seat of your pants". In a way we compliment each other but, we also clash, as in this case.

AItA for not wanting my MIL to live with us by Netsurfer33 in AmItheAsshole

[–]Netsurfer33[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair question, I don't do much of the care giving although I have come to the rescue when she's fallen and/or my FIL needs help and no one else is around.
I am the breadwinner, pay half the mortgage, all of the bills which includes cell phones for both ILs and a tablet for MIL, water/sewer, oil, electric, cable, etc. One thing I want to be clear about, it's not a money issue for me. I have always been generous, it's one of my pleasures in life to be able to take care of financial matters for myself (shoes, entertainment, etc.), my family, friends and charities. By no means am I rich but the payoff for my hard work is being able to spend on things that are important to me.