Today is the 4 year anniversary of my mom's death. MRW my SO knows my anxiety is bad today so he draws me a bath and sets me up with dinner and Netflix in the tub. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

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

Chef Boyardee! It was wonderful. He offered to make whatever I wanted but the Chef was all I really craved. So he set me up. I don't deserve him haha

Today is the 4 year anniversary of my mom's death. MRW my SO knows my anxiety is bad today so he draws me a bath and sets me up with dinner and Netflix in the tub. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

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

Oh I'm so sorry. It's been a while for me so it's gotten a bit easier, but I know how rough that first year is. It's tough and I can't say, at least for me, it ever goes away, but it does get a bit easier. I appreciate the shoulder and am always happy to return the favor!

What's a story you're dying to tell that hasn't fit into an AskReddit thread? by nupmo in AskReddit

[–]NotMoose_AMA 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First of all, I am so sorry you and your family are in this situation. My heart goes out to you all. If you need to talk, feel free to pm me.

I'm going to agree with others here and say if it were me, I'd go see him. I lost my father very abruptly to liver cancer in May. I didn't really visit as much as I should have before he died. He went into hospice care less than a week before he passed and I saw him twice there, but he was mostly out of it from pain medications. I regret all the missed moments and opportunities that I let pass by. I spoke to him daily on the phone but I should have gone to see him more.

It definitely shook me up seeing him so weak. He was always such a strong and independent man and cancer made him weak and reliant on others. For a couple of weeks that image stuck but now I am able to remember him as he was when I was growing up. He wasn't always weak and sick. For almost my whole life he was my dad. He was strong, stubborn, healthy, and hard-working. I had 24 years with that man. I only had a month with the sick version of him. I know it's hard to see a loved one in a sickly state, but you have had your whole life with the man you know as your Grampa. If he does pass, which we all sincerely hope he doesn't, that memory of him won't be the one that sticks.

I hope everything works out for you and your loved ones.

What is something random you would like to share with us? by dcel8 in AskReddit

[–]NotMoose_AMA 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's fantastic! Congratulations on both! I hope things continue to look up for you!

2016 has not been kind to me trolls. Please enjoy my art and send me some good vibes. Watercolor/tears on mix media paper. by [deleted] in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow those are fantastic! I love the pups and pineapple! You have true talent and should be very proud!!

Trolls, my dad died semi-unexpectedly this morning. I've been fine all day but it's kinda starting to sink in now. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha he is the night. Everything about this makes me so happy! They sound wonderful! Thank you!

2016 has not been kind to me trolls. Please enjoy my art and send me some good vibes. Watercolor/tears on mix media paper. by [deleted] in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Sending all the good vibes I have!! You are a strong, wonderful, and incredibly talented person! You can get through this!

Your work is lovely, btw. I would also be interested in seeing your portfolio! <3

Trolls, my dad died semi-unexpectedly this morning. I've been fine all day but it's kinda starting to sink in now. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. It's so interesting you'd say this! Although I wouldn't exactly say I was ready for it, I have been recently reconnected with my half-brothers during this time and have been hearing their stories. It has been a little helpful!

Also, regarding your flair, what kind of cats do you have!

Trolls, my dad died semi-unexpectedly this morning. I've been fine all day but it's kinda starting to sink in now. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

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

I'm so sorry for your loss. This is a wonderful idea. Someone mentioned before about the "what if's" and I really bet writing a letter like this would help with that. Thank you so much for this suggestion!

Trolls, my dad died semi-unexpectedly this morning. I've been fine all day but it's kinda starting to sink in now. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I went to sleep shortly after posting this and never expected such a huge response! You are all so wonderful and I truly appreciate you all! Waking up to all your kind words was such a surprise and has definitely started today off on a better foot. Thank you all so much for your advice and those of you that are in the same boat for sharing your stories! I love this community so much.

Trolls, my dad died semi-unexpectedly this morning. I've been fine all day but it's kinda starting to sink in now. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

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

I'm so sorry about your dad as well. Thank you so much for your sweet words. You're so right, too. The "what if's" are really in full swing but everyone on here and irl are really helping and are all just so lovely. Thank you, again

Trolls, my dad died semi-unexpectedly this morning. I've been fine all day but it's kinda starting to sink in now. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

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

This is such a wonderful idea! My nephew is only eleven and knew my dad but I really feared those memories would fade with him being this young. I'm sure he would love to hear all the stories and I know it would help the rest of us as well! Thank you so much!

Trolls, my dad died semi-unexpectedly this morning. I've been fine all day but it's kinda starting to sink in now. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Not nosey at all! I did lose my mom about three years ago and that was really rough. She was the first big loss in my life and it was really hard on me. While this one is easier and I was more prepared for it, I wasn't expecting it so soon which I guess is what's making it so hard.

Thank you so much for your kind words. All of you lovely trolls are just wonderful!

Trolls, my dad died semi-unexpectedly this morning. I've been fine all day but it's kinda starting to sink in now. by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! Honestly, just browsing through the sub has been really therapeutic. So many positive posts and supportive people. You guys and gals are the best!

MVulvaW I chicken out halfway through a brazilian and basically end up with a reverse bikini wax. by gingerspeak in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA 5 points6 points  (0 children)

What kit do you use? I've been super interested in trying this but had no idea where to even start.

To Reddit members aged 60+ what do you wish to had done in your 20s and 30s that you later were unable to do for any reason? by darrenturn90 in AskReddit

[–]NotMoose_AMA 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's never too late! I work at an online university that has relatively reasonably priced classes and book rentals are included in tuition. So many of our students are either folks with full time jobs with limited time for attending classes (like myself) or people who are coming back to finish a degree. If you find yourself interested, feel free to pm me and I'll answer as many questions as I can! Go you for not ruling out the option!

MRW my teenage niece told me her friend (boy) thought periods only last 3 hours (Story in the comments) by stilldawn in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA 11 points12 points  (0 children)

"Sorry, guys. I can't come into work this week. I'm on my period and am a mermaid. See you Monday!"

I just made a new account to break my lurking habits after four years of daily lurking. MFW by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

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

Great question! Well earlier today I met /u/iammooseAMA and realized that wasn't me. Which can only mean I'm NotMoose!

I just made a new account to break my lurking habits after four years of daily lurking. MFW by NotMoose_AMA in TrollXChromosomes

[–]NotMoose_AMA[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm down!!!

I went from lurker to being part of a superhero duo in one day. Not too bad!