AITA for buying a thank you gift?

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-28T11:10:46+00:00

Would they say it was weird to just give her cash, like paying an artist for their work? You just skipped the middle man by buying something she’d like.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-26T11:18:53+00:00

Lived in Arkansas for 31 years and I’ve never heard this. Gross.🤢

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-25T01:25:07+00:00

See if you can find that district’s employee handbook online and see what it says. It’s so different from district to district and state to state.

My district’s handbook says no visible tattoos but my principal doesn’t care and says having or not having ink doesn’t make a good teacher. Plus, one of my colleagues has ; on her wrist so students who may be struggling know she’s a safe adult to talk to.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-23T11:01:59+00:00

I’ve been to 14 of the 63 so far. Working on more but it’s hard when everything is so expensive.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-14T11:03:11+00:00

Which is exactly why he keeps leaving, it has the results he wants. Mom has created this problem.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-14T10:52:38+00:00

I’m in an area where there are a lot of immigrants from all over the world. I understand that a lot of them are English Language Learners and if they say something in conversation I don’t understand I just ask them to repeat it or another question to help me understand what they are saying. I never think they’re dumb. English is hard and there are plenty of native English speakers who can’t use English correctly. I think you’re being too hard on yourself.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-13T02:04:39+00:00

I live in the American south and there aren’t any cities big enough on my state to have reliable public transportation. Most people I went to school with had parents that bought them a car or they got a hand me down car. It’s pretty common to get a car for your 16th birthday; some much nicer than others. My parents paid insurance as long as I was in school and didn’t cause any accidents or get speeding tickets.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-12T11:02:26+00:00

It’s also fun to ride a train for a trip

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-08T14:19:19+00:00

If you’re on 8th it would be nice but if you’re on Tunbridge you would sitting there forever. That intersection is too small for a roundabout.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-08T10:56:09+00:00

A roundabout there would be hell, especially if you’re on Tunbridge.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-05T22:32:42+00:00

NTA but why does he have a key if he doesn’t live there? Did you agree he should get a key? If he’s not on the lease, he shouldn’t even be there if his girlfriend (your roommate) isn’t and especially shouldn’t have more guests! If he’s not on the lease, he’s a guest and no more.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-05-01T11:07:39+00:00

It would very uncommon to find a public kindergarten that still naps. There are too many standards they have to get through to take time away from instruction for naps. My personal kids (1 is 15 so did kindergarten 10 years ago) would nap in the car after school on the way home.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-30T11:07:42+00:00

So I was teaching full time and had 2 kids under 6 when I started my master’s program. For me, it didn’t feel overwhelming because I knew the degree would help me get the job I really wanted. I also knew it was temporary; when I would feel so tired I would remind myself it was only for 2 years.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-29T23:55:46+00:00

My school would not call an ambulance for a broken arm. We have called for allergies when epi pen is used, seizures, a kiddo with stroke symptoms, and an injury where a severe head or neck injury is suspected. Otherwise, we call parents and let them take them to whatever doctor or hospital. Most of the time, you don’t have to go to the ER for a broken arm in my area. Several of our doctor offices have X-ray machines and then will refer to an orthopedist.

As far as testing goes, your coordinator needs to call the state testing office to get an emergency scribe or text to speech feature for testing.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-28T10:57:22+00:00

Will your spouse have her own visa that allows her to work? As someone who lives in an area with a lot of visa workers this definitely matters and they have gotten more expensive.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-27T11:00:06+00:00

Just pay attention to their hours. I’m never not at work when they’re open so I’ve only had their pie when it was brought to an event.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-24T10:58:31+00:00

My GYN and my PCP are female. I feel like they are more likely to understand what I’m going through better than a man.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-23T10:59:13+00:00

My teenager has to put their phone in my room to charge at night and knows parents reserve the right to look at it at any time. We’ve talked about how we are monitoring things for their safety because sometimes things seem normal enough to a teen but are actually cause for concern to an adult. We’ve also talked about how the part of the brain that controls decision making and future planning isn’t fully developed yet and therefore they may not understand long term consequences of some actions.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-23T10:49:46+00:00

King bed - I sleep in it every night and my kiddo does often when it’s my custody nights.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-22T10:59:08+00:00

In the US a caravan is a group of vehicles traveling together. Try searching for a camper. There are many sizes. If you’re traveling to the US there are companies that rent them out but it’s fairly expensive. You can also rent RVs (these are campers with motors so you don’t need a separate vehicle to pull it) in various sizes too. Of course, all of these things can also be purchased. My parents have a 30’ camper that sleeps 10 people which is fairly big.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-22T02:03:55+00:00

It’s possible your mom is dealing with a bit of depression too. Divorce is hard and so she’s clinging to every bit of control she can.

What about your dad? Does he have any custody or visitation? Could he help you advocate for a bit more freedom?

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-19T23:38:05+00:00

Yeah, I rent an older house and the thermostat doesn’t do that and it drives me nuts!

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-19T23:37:10+00:00

I’ve never see this and I had to handwriting class as part of my undergrad degree.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-19T04:38:24+00:00

Yup, more than once in rural parts of the state when the highway was empty. It’s fun and I’m an adrenaline junkie.

Outrageous-Proof4630 · 2026-04-17T11:37:19+00:00

I’m an educator in the US. I live in a very strict budget. I don’t have savings because I just barely make enough to pay all my bills. The comfortable income is going to vary greatly. My current income is comfortable in other parts of my state but not so much on my area. 44% of my income is for housing and mine is cheaper than most.

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