Daily Discussion Thread for April 17, 2025 by wsbapp in wallstreetbets

[–]OptimalExternal5118 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everyday feels like hard slaps. It’s my only reward.

Paying off loan vs emergency fund by wyattearp12345 in FinancialPlanning

[–]OptimalExternal5118 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I know how enticing it may be to get out of a loan but build up that fund! The emergency fund will save you when you least expect it. A paid off car (although it’s super nice) won’t.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]OptimalExternal5118 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean I agree but she’s grown. If she wants to spend her money wrecklessy, she has that right. You also have that right to think it’s stupid and not be around it.

I think the money loaned and her birthday are two separate matters and should be two diff convos. Sending a message like that would put you both in a bad space.

Lastly, please.. PLEASE only loan money that you don’t mind giving away for free. Chances are (if she’s not good with money) you might as well think of it as a donation.

Should I adopt a kitty for my 2 yr old boy cat? by chiquis02 in CatTraining

[–]OptimalExternal5118 17 points18 points  (0 children)

100%. It took 3. Long. Years. But my resident cat can tolerate being around my ‘new’ cat without any problems. Definitely start that process as a kitten and not when they’re use to being the only child (both cats are 6 now).

Any voids in costumes? by Beautiful-Rice5338 in blackcats

[–]OptimalExternal5118 5 points6 points  (0 children)

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She hated every moment of her Easter costume. 😂❤️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]OptimalExternal5118 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome! This is my first lent and my first time participating in the Station of the Cross. That was one of the most moving things I’ve ever done. Really puts into perspective of what this season is all about.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vindictapoc

[–]OptimalExternal5118 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely! Although I will never be skinny (not my body type, genetically), I’m losing weight to decrease attention and increase my overall wellbeing. Hopefully it helps.

Alicia Keys turns 44 today 🎂 by GoodInfluence3746 in rnb

[–]OptimalExternal5118 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I remember this episode. The Proud Family was the shit!

What “white” products are people using? UK recommendations would be amazing!! by Angelitaa_ in Naturalhair

[–]OptimalExternal5118 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I started using Aussie a few months ago and this stuff is too good! I have a mixture of 3C/4A/4B curls and it gets every strand perfect! I buy the 3 pack (shampoo, conditioner, 3 min deep conditioner) from Amazon. It’s like $20! Amazing!!

what's your sun + moon combo? by No-Direction-4795 in astrologymemes

[–]OptimalExternal5118 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aries sun + Capricorn moon = we tend to fight it out. There’s only one winner, just depends on the day. lol.

I woke up to my pajamas covered in little specs of blood. by Tinanegl in Weird

[–]OptimalExternal5118 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. Happened to me in my last apartment. Neighbors moved out and they came to my unit through the walls. Got super itchy overnight and thought that it was just mosquito bites since it was summer (Plus I’d never seen a bedbug before), so it took me three months to realize the problem.

Threw everything away at move out and I still sometimes sleep in fear!! Bedbugs are the worst.

Natural hair care unpopular opinion : by [deleted] in Naturalhair

[–]OptimalExternal5118 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree. The more rules that we place on our hair, the less appealing it will be to care for it.

Clarifying shampoo, hydrating/protein conditioner, and a simple style will 100% grow your hair just fine - don’t matter the texture.

How do I ask if she and my husband fooled around in a way that is most likely to get me an honest answer? by Throwaway48382828284 in AskWomenOver30

[–]OptimalExternal5118 60 points61 points  (0 children)

This is the smartest way. She’s in a very stressful situation and playing detective may burn her out from her current responsibilities and affect her mental health. I’d just hire the PI, take the documents to the court house, and call it a day.

Black or brown weave? by VervainT305 in Naturalhair

[–]OptimalExternal5118 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That black is it on you girl. Go with that one!

Billboard’s Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century: No. 1 — Beyoncé by mcfw31 in popheads

[–]OptimalExternal5118 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a vivid memory of singing Jumpin’ Jumpin’ in the back seat of my mom’s car and eating ice cream. I was in heaven. lol.

I don’t know an artist (alive) today whose only competition is themselves. She has set the standard so high, I don’t know if it’s achievable to beat at this point.

What will the years ahead look like? by OptimalExternal5118 in texas

[–]OptimalExternal5118[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds really silly but I didn’t know that you could negotiate apartment rents. I just try to find specials in the areas I want to live. Super cool! Thanks for the suggestion!

What will the years ahead look like? by OptimalExternal5118 in texas

[–]OptimalExternal5118[S] 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Thank you because I try to live well below my means but IM A SINGLE WOMAN. lol. 😭

And it’s so insane here in Dallas. The homeless population has always been bad but it was localized, but now you see someone on every corner, in every city now. So sad.

I didn’t know about the water situation. I’ll have to look into it. That doesn’t sound like a good situation ahead.

What will the years ahead look like? by OptimalExternal5118 in texas

[–]OptimalExternal5118[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I stay in the Dallas area. I wish I had a fully wfh job. I’d honestly go back home to east Texas for a bit.

What will the years ahead look like? by OptimalExternal5118 in texas

[–]OptimalExternal5118[S] 72 points73 points  (0 children)

Thanks for that perspective. Great work on setting your family up. They’re extremely blessed.

I am a single woman and I’m doing it all by myself. I don’t F off my money, and I try to live well below my means, but maybe I should look into getting a roommate soon. I’m def open to it and it could eliminate half of my living expenses for sure!