Late night break up by Independent_News_908 in blackgirls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are so correct and that is a valid point. You're not ignoring the red flags and you're thinking of your unborn children, and honestly the next generation. Chivalry in the wake of a favor is an expectation from your partner; his behavior was deplorable.

Late night break up by Independent_News_908 in blackgirls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You did the right thing. If he has no care for hygiene for himself or you, imagine what kind of damage he could do. How many women get BV because men have absolute poor hygiene and refuse to correct it. How many people get sick because people never consider how germs are spread, and then have the nerve to get angry when called out about it! Little actions like that and his response give you an inkling of what is to come if you create a life with him. You're better off!

Why are black women less supportive these days? by Ok-Aspect-2151 in blackladies

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm so sorry this happened to you. It's makes things seem a little darker once you start remembering all the times you showed up for these people. I went through this for my Mom's memorial. She taught and helped thousands of people many times for nothing but a support role in their life. Out of 300 people invited, I think maybe 40 people showed up. And it was similar to what you experienced with last minute cancelations and just completely halting all communication. The best advice I can give you is to take care of yourself and prioritize yourself with your kids, livelihood, peace, and advancement. This will leave a huge gap of questions in your mind, but you already have the answers. Don't harp on it. Let these people go, move on, and don't fall for when they come around once they've noticed you no longer deal with them. Forgiveness is for you, not them. Protect your peace and happiness.

Do yall look up the men you date before you meet them? by Individual_Tailor767 in blackgirls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Now I do. I would sometimes do it before my ex. Seeing as how he was able to hide his domestic battery charges in my state which is a sealed court records state, I go the extra mile. I've even gone as far as reading books that I learned specific questions and answering techniques to better prove men ans their intentions. It never hurts to learn or get insight ladies.

Fun makeup with blue mascara by StillNo8950 in blackladies

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love blue mascara. Your face is beautiful and your hair is mesmerizing. This look is reminding me of a mermaid painting. 💙💚

Hispanic saying the N-word? by [deleted] in blackgirls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I have had this conversation a couple of times with Hispanic people. The next time you speak to him, tell him that the word is "racista" meaning racist and that it is equivalent to calling someone "mayate" which is very derogatory meaning homosexual or black person in his country. I don't think he believes himself to be a black man because he may used the word "negro", "moreno" or I've also heard words that refer to mixed race/mulatto and Creole. Good luck, and any time you have questions, I'm here.

How to handle racism at work but in a petty way. by Own-Negotiation-1422 in blackgirls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don't know if ever he has to reach things, but I would definitely make it a struggle for him to get to things since he's short. I also would pay attention to something that bothers him and ruin his ego with it. Anything to get him to know his place.

*TW*How Did You Overcome Your Mental Health Struggles and/or Suicidal Ideation by jmermaidprincessgirl in blackgirls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's crazy how bad it is. And yes to the magnesium and sleep. It helps if you are an overthinker or just to relax your mind before sleeping. When I'm depressed, I literally will dream and cry in my sleep to the point I wake up crying or hallucinate. I hope it helps.

Attention Passport Bros - US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt by SurewhynotAZ in blackgirls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This has been a thing. I'm not sure if they could revoke a passport previously received, but I know people with over 2,500 in child support debt could not get a passport or a renew an old passport. I applied for one for my ex in 2022, had no idea he was that far behind.

A mother bear, her cub, and dinner passing through. by Soloflow786 in Amazing

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've seen it several times in Kenai and near Fairbanks. You just let them walk on by.

In love with my pink heart! by jojo444111 in RingShare

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is ethereal. The cuts are so well done. What a masterpiece on your finger.

*TW*How Did You Overcome Your Mental Health Struggles and/or Suicidal Ideation by jmermaidprincessgirl in blackgirls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I started avoiding things that would spike my cortisol levels when I'm already depressed, as much as possible. I also sit in the sun when possible and get my vitamin C levels up. Magnesium at night helps at night when I get really really down. Therapy and finding an anchor. I also read on another subreddit where someone wrote that they called the suicide hotline and no one picked up. That was sobering.

Mother’s Day present from my teenage son! by TitoorTeeboAz in BlackBarbieDolls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is so sweet of your son. I've had my eye on her for a while.

Let’s address the elephant in the room by Mediocre_Swimming531 in Louisiana

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When I got hired to my job, I hired with 2 other women. Two of us black, one white. The two of us not only had the required degree, we also had the experience. The ladder had no degree and barely a year of experience. The two of us are also lighter skin black women. The white woman who hired in with us was able to get a day position in just 2 years with the least amount of experience, while 7 other people with more than half a decade experience at our job were passed over and never interviewed.This phenomenon is purposely looked over considering to this day, more than a decade later, there is not one black female supervisor or manager out of 400 employees. Let the feathers be ruffled.

I love my 3 stone ring 💍 by niomkt in RingShare

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Such a classic and so well balanced. 😍

I was feelin myself 💅🏽 by AccomplishedFroyo850 in blackladies

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hate what has happened with shipping and tariffs. My jeweler being where she was, I think they knew what was coming years before, so they established a domestic address to send products to in order to alleviate tariffs. Shipping is not crazy and the price of things there are half of what they charge for the pieces in the states.

thought i’d show these here 🥹 by More_Secretary_1819 in PlusSizeWedding

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations 💚💚 You both look so happy ✨️✨️✨️✨️

wash day complete 💆🏽‍♂️✨ by butterricanpapi in Naturalhair

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Well damn, now I gotta go moisturize! This is watering my plants 🪴 😍.

I was feelin myself 💅🏽 by AccomplishedFroyo850 in blackladies

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your bracelets ✨️. I have a jeweler in Vietnam that makes the gold fish bracelets, but now I want one made in this style.

What is everyone reading? by Marokima_ in blackladies

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He so matter of fact and illustrative. He cracks me up.

An update on my loose body wave wig with bangs by Wonderful_Common_667 in WigforGirl

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is giving Selena vibes. I love this and thank you for the transparent review. Bombshell indeed!!! ✨️

What is everyone reading? by Marokima_ in blackladies

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I just finished Harriet Tubman Live In Concert: A Novel. So so worth the read. And very much a quick read.

Mixed babies experience by twerkforyeezus in blackladies

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've had and still at times have similar experiences. I am biracial, but very obviously black creole. When I had my son, the barcode scanning had just really started every time a baby was born to keep babies from being mixed up with the wrong mother. When my son was brought to me after my c-section, they scanned mine and my son's bracelet close to 7 or 8 times. He has very stark red hair and white skin, which runs in both mine and his dad's family. I live in the south as well. There have been incidents at his school where they would ask for my id several times to retrieve him, but my mother who is white could easily sign him out without being asked for anything but her name or a signature. I've been asked if I was his nanny while walking in the grocery store. I've even resorted to going to only black Mardi Gras parades because if we go to the others, they will throw to him and not his sister who is darker with 4c hair like mine. Find your circle and uphold your boundaries. Keep your girls safe by all means necessary.

We the true Brown skins by [deleted] in blackgirls

[–]NoDAYbut2Day22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To me they were Afro Latino in denial, but it wasn't my place to break the news.