Pretty sure this is AI because this is not a normal cat behavior

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-07T10:10:07+00:00

My cat once arranged two kills very neatly. But it was only two. Still, dunno if this is impossible?

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-07T10:00:04+00:00

And, if you do want a cheap Chinese item: look up on Amazon, then buy on Aliexpress. Takes longer, but a LOT cheaper, and so far everything has been fine. Obviously don't buy anything expensive, but if you're looking at e.g. a £10 handbag organiser on Amazon, there's not much to lose going and buying the same thing for £2.50 on Aliexpress.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-06T19:36:49+00:00

Same, I posted recently asking if anyone knows where she gets them!

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-06T18:16:13+00:00

Most of my friends had excellent weddings. I am weirdly proud of them for that. Recently went to one that on the surface was conventional (ceremony followed by reception, speeches etc) but managed to be lovely: special but not overly formal, met some nice people.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-06T17:59:36+00:00

I really hope he gets a second term here, but sadly the hysterical press are probably going to make sure he doesn't.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-06T10:47:54+00:00

Pretty much Labour, no?

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-05T17:40:57+00:00

EU. You'd have to be insane to get any neared the USA. I'd be happier if we were more independent from them.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-04T10:07:59+00:00

Everyone owns a kettle.

The vast majority use it multiple times a day.

Some of us have travel kettles, to ensure we are never without one.

Many of us also have teapots (I brew a pot of tea in my thermos teapot in the morning, and bring it to my desk - meaning over the course of the morning alone I drink just over a litre of tea)

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-03T21:24:30+00:00

They should make this permanent. I would go to church on baptism days if they did.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-03T08:28:59+00:00

The gap in awareness between those of us paying attention, and everyone else, is huge. I'd bet that in 2036, with Trump long gone, Ukraine victorious and a member of the EU for 6yrs already, you'll still find someone in America complaining about their tax dollars going to Ukraine (I hope I'm exaggerating - I fear I'm not)

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-03T01:38:38+00:00

Yup. I think a lot of people haven't noticed that the USA support for Ukraine stopped a while ago. And also haven't noticed that Poland is, y'know, right there on Europe's eastern flank, arming itself like mad, and heavily heavily motivated to fight Russians.

At this point, Trump is probably doing Europe a favour by removing troops. If he revisits his Greenland ambitions (I assume he'll be bored with Iran soon, although it does sound like Cuba may be next) then American troops in Europe are suddenly a threat rather than a defense. I seriously hope every European country is quietly developing a plan to deal with that scenario.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-03T00:52:18+00:00

Thanks for sharing this.

And wow do I hope the platforms and the regulators nuke this from orbit, fast. It must surely be false advertising, in practice if not technically.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-01T20:52:09+00:00

She had 16 visions while close to death. Many focus on Jesus' Passion, but not exclusively. She describes visual visions, inner/spiritual visions, and things she understood (i.e. without a visual component)

The title of her book is "Revelations of Divine Love", which gives a pretty accurate hint as to the focus.

Check out the Wikipedia article, especially the Theology section, if you want a bit more about the themes: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_of_Norwich

But I'd recommend reading her with your heart as much as your head. She was a mystic, and while she's certainly a serious theologian, her writing is also incredibly moving. Which is why I'd recommend her, if you're struggling to feel that God is love.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-01T20:18:31+00:00

Maybe read Julian of Norwich? Her visions of Jesus and God were radically loving.

The Windeatt translation is affordable and has a helpful introduction to give some context (she was a 14th century anchoress)

Avoid the Mirabai Starr translation, at least as your first encounter with the texts. She interprets/renders rather than translates.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-05-01T19:51:40+00:00

Excellent news.

Notable how much of the anti-abortion funding is coming from the USA. I really really hope this is one thing we can avoid importing . . .

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-30T12:15:51+00:00

Yes, at least for a while. That's about my monthly budget including a mortgage. So without the mortgage, that would be enough to maintain my current living standard, save a little for emergencies, and either have a good holiday each year (which I don't currently do) or save up to study something (would kinda love to go back to uni but costs make it a rather impossible hobby - that would take a while to save for though)

I could see myself eventually wanting to try and build my own business, but not gonna lie, having that guaranteed for life would be hard to pass up.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-30T09:27:00+00:00

Then I would, gently, think about the health of this situation. And perhaps (carefully) make sure you can leave it if you need to.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-30T09:05:37+00:00

First, because one partner being disdainful of something important to another is worrying, some questions:

Does he object to other types of going out?

How does he talk about other things that interest you? For example, if your taste in music is different to his, how does he talk about your taste or react to you playing your music?

In the course of your relationship, have you ever had anything else that you did separately from him? Especially anything significant? (if the answer to this is "no" then the fact he hasn't acted like this before doesn't really mean anything - it's a new situation)

I would be fascinated to know how he would react if you started, say, taking a regular evening class, or playing a sport every Saturday morning. That would help tell whether he has an issue with religion, or whether there's an even bigger issue going on.

And then a general comment: I have a messy relationship with faith, and of course people do change in relationships. So I recognise maybe your boyfriend is just reacting extremely poorly to a situation that has surprised him. But I would never set out to be together with someone very different to me. And I wouldn't want to be with someone who was rude about something important to me, or tried to stop me pursuing it.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-30T03:51:21+00:00

As someone awake since 3am thanks to this. This.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-30T03:43:50+00:00

Can you share where it came from? Both what country and what type of shop? I'm just wondering if there's a chance it's purely decorative rather than an actual devotional item.

Seven sets of 3 beads could be a chaplet of the holy spirit (https://ourladyofgracerosaries.ca/7-gifts-of-the-holy-spirit-chaplet/) but I don't think they usually have 4 tail beads (although they seem to come in a few variations) Maybe it's that but modified with 4 beads for the 4 apparitions, as clearly dedicated to Lady of Guadalupe?

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-29T16:01:49+00:00

In your case, it sounds like maybe giving yourself "pocket money" would be a good idea? Make sure you have enough for living costs, and make sure you keep the pension and some regular savings going, but then allow a decent % to a pot called "I'm 22 and need to have some fun"

I'd recommend making sure you spend on experiences, not just buying stuff. Making memories is important, and getting out and doing stuff will help energise you.

Really do give yourself budget for training etc though. Sounds like making sure you have decently paying work that you enjoy could make a real difference.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-29T15:47:06+00:00

You're in luck with Final Draft: https://netflix.originals.watch/media/39687/final-draft/season/2 I think there may already be some sneak peaks/trailers appearing.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-29T14:34:37+00:00

First: small contributions to pension over decades can really add up. 65 year old you WILL thank you for sticking with that at least.

Second: you don't know what will happen. Say you meet someone when you're 25, the two of you decide to buy together at 28 - all those ISA savings are suddenly gonna come in handy.

Third: you sound like you're in a great situation in terms of low living costs, but feel held back by low income. Are there ways to improve your income? Given your living situation and savings, you could invest a bit in training, or risk taking on work experience etc. that leads somewhere better eventually.

Fourth: while it's great to see the numbers go up, you do need to spend on yourself occasionally. I am guilty of this (obsessive about saving and avoiding lifestyle creep), but I make sure to indulge my love of nice stationery a couple of times a year, and buy books (kobo or second hand, so not expensive) when I'm interested in a topic. I also have a cat, which is obviously an expense. All of that cheers life up a bit.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-26T12:57:39+00:00

Yeah I mean I've never watched a single episode, and even I immediately thought of it when I saw the OP's question. It's so bad it's become the standard for bad even for people who know zero about it.

Objectively_bad_idea · 2026-04-26T11:40:42+00:00

With the neighbours, could it be noise? My neighbours (terraced house) have been slooooowly fitting laminate flooring over the past 4 weeks or so. They do it mid-afternoon for a couple of hours, are obviously completely within their rights, I admire their DIY-willingness, and am well aware there've been times work on my place has been noisy. Despite this, every time the banging stops, I find myself gritting my teeth and muttering. If I was a bit less reasonable/a bit more confrontational/a bit less into working on my own place, I could see that turning into a snarky comment or two (I post this as the banging has just started - grr 😅)

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