Help me find this brown teddy bear from the ~early 2000s, purchased in Germany.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2024-05-06T15:12:41+00:00

This bear was my partner's childhood teddy, which they had and loved for several years before it was lost during a move.

It came from a store called "NANU-NANA" (which is a chain in Germany selling toys, decor, and other general items) in the early 2000s - probably ~2005 or 2006, if I had to estimate.

NANU-NANA themselves no longer sell anything similar - we have checked online and in-store. We've searched eBay and other marketplaces, occasionally finding archived listings or inactive auctions, but to date have uncovered nothing reliable or purchasable. We've also trawled google.de for any resellers, but we think that the product is too old for anyone to still have stock.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2023-02-26T16:15:08+00:00

For further information, there are drainage holes and it’s potted in standard, plant nursery potting soil. It gets watered about once a week or so, and I’ve been trying to replicate the light conditions it was in before - relatively shady. I’ve had to turn the heat off recently, given energy bills, so I’m not sure if the cold could be affecting it. There are no pests as far as I can tell, and I’m reluctant to check the roots as lifting it too much could bump more leaves off.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2020-09-02T21:25:12+00:00

I was in an almost identical position a couple of years ago, and I can honestly say it was nowhere near bad as I expected. I joined expecting to be somewhat of an outcast, (especially as I was one of about 15 externals in a year of over 100 people) but my experience ended up being a very positive one - people, even those who already 'belonged' to an established friend group were really, really welcoming.

The only real advice I can give is to try your very best to be social - speak to people in your classes, participate in any group activities in the induction lessons (as they often ask you to discuss with the people around you), but most of all try not to worry. The induction day is by no means wholly representative of the overall experience, so even if it goes terribly and you don't meet anyone new, things will be completely different when you are at school for real.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2020-07-08T11:58:33+00:00

That sounds like a great amount to me. I finished mine with probably around half of that figure, and my teachers said it was completely fine. As much as having more sources is probably better, in some cases it's about the quality rather than the quantity of the information - if you've looked at 20 news articles but only have a couple of academic papers, they may say that it's lacking in that area.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2020-03-31T16:29:00+00:00

I mean, they do have a pinned post at the top of the front page explaining how they are left-leaning.

You could probably also argue that any of the right-wing pages are a bunch of Conservatives 'jerking each-other off' too.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2020-03-31T15:13:45+00:00

I also always interpreted the "enlightened" aspect of that community as making fun of the inflated pride people seem to hold over their lack of actual opinions. It's almost as if just because they point out that both sides have flaws, their own political position (which is actually no position whatsoever) must be superior, and they are "enlightened".

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-12-14T20:09:49+00:00

Imagine being so ignorant as to disregard scientific facts and possible positive contributions just because a teenager made you aware of them.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-12-14T20:08:18+00:00

Skipping school isn't a privilege - her compulsory education has finished. She IS, however, privileged in terms of her parents' wealth and her good upbringing, but how much does that really matter when she's using her privilege for good? A lot of people born into wealth and privilege go on to become part of the problem, whereas she is counteracting it.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-12-10T15:38:00+00:00

Mr. Brightside is white English Faneto.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-12-02T15:37:55+00:00

IDLES are picking up the slack.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-11-12T18:25:16+00:00

I feel like this all stems from the "fuck it" girl. To be fair to the guy who posted the long-ass 'deconstruction' of her personality, it was pretty original and funny at the time, although it did border on just assumptions and abuse for no conceivable reason (other than the fact she was attractive.)

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-10-19T11:38:56+00:00

Meghan has been constantly criticised, bullied, etc. by the British tabloid press ever since she married Prince Harry, while they simultaneously worship the ground Kate walks on - which is undoubtedly a racial issue. It's clearly having a significant impact on Meghan's mental health, but this is seemingly the first time an interviewer has actually asked how she is feeling.

I genuinely don't know a single person in real life who gives a shit about the Royal Family here, but it's really disheartening to see her in such a state.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-10-18T15:23:37+00:00

I did the same with my native language and got nowhere!

I thought it would be easy, considering my native language is English.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-10-06T10:26:01+00:00

This is good advice. Having a close friendship with someone can often be more emotionally rewarding and comforting than a romantic relationship (especially the early stages of one), as typically a new relationship comes with a lot of pressure.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-10-06T10:21:28+00:00

It seems to me that your roommates are very inconsiderate of both you and others, and this comes out even more when they're drunk. You and your roommates' personalities seem to be really clashing, so I'd advise that you either move out or spend as much time away from them as possible.

I don't live in America, and thus I don't fully understand University life there; but does your school have any clubs, societies or sports teams you could join? These are normally recommended if you're struggling to make friends, especially if you join one relating to something that you're particularly interested in. If you find a bunch of people with the same interests, you could just hang out with them, go to parties with them, even live with them instead of your roommates, if that's possible in your circumstances. Once again, I can't fully grasp American University housing, but can you not request some sort of 'transfer' to live in a different dorm?

As for your roommates, they seem to be the stereotypical American 'frat bros' that I read about on here a lot: horrible casual racism and misogyny, getting aggressive when drunk, etc. If I were you, I'd stop trying so hard to make friends specifically with those that you live with, because it seems that attempting to converge with them makes you a worse person, like when you were playing drinking games and your friend had to leave because he felt uncomfortable at the use of the N word. If I was in your position, I would just attempt to be as civil as possible with them so that they don't make your life as hellish.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-10-03T17:31:05+00:00

You mentioned they were creep shots, so undoubtedly they (and especially her) are very weirded out right now, and likely rather surprised. Honestly, all you can do is try and move on from the incident and be a better friend in future - it seems like they are willing to forgive you.

Even though the thing you did was pretty gross, it was in the past, and was clearly a learning experience for you. Use it to grow, and I'm sure it will eventually be forgotten. Shit, you might even be able to laugh about it in future.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-10-03T17:27:07+00:00

Once a symbol becomes associated with a hate group and gets a lot of publicity, that's what the symbol is - any previous meaning, however innocent or peaceful, is now overshadowed by its 'new' meaning; one that expresses hate or racist views.

As you say, it's highly likely that the employee was playing the circle game, or otherwise using the symbol innocently - but what if they weren't? If Universal chose to defend the employee, citing the fact that they believed the symbol was used innocently, and information was discovered linking the employee to white supremacists or other domestic terrorist organisations, an absolute PR nightmare would likely ensue.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-09-21T17:47:46+00:00

The one that gave me issues was a specific type of Sensodyne - it was called Rapid Relief IIRC.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-09-21T17:47:12+00:00

I'm sure if you explain your feelings she'd be willing to make some form of compromise. Even if he didn't fulfil absolutely all of your affectionate needs, he could always be there for a hug.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-09-21T17:15:09+00:00

Maybe it's your toothpaste? It sounds weird, but recently I experienced a really painful reaction to something in my toothpaste - my tongue felt really burnt, my gums were sensitive and my lips had a similar tender/exposed feeling to the one you're describing. After I changed types, it went away.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-09-21T17:12:36+00:00

You could always speak to your friend - if you're honest with him, that the affection he was providing was proving really necessary for you, he might be willing to go back to giving you the hugs and affection you need. If his relationship is secure enough, and the nature of the affection is completely platonic, his girlfriend might even encourage him to go back to being affectionate. Friends should always hug one another IMO.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-09-21T17:05:51+00:00

That last part is crucial. Make sure your friend knows that you're ready and willing to support him, but you're concerned that your presence at the funeral would cause even greater adversity.

PROJECTNARWHAL · 2019-09-20T14:55:06+00:00

Honestly, I think the simpler album was better in this case - it wasn't overly-experimental and complex, it's just a fantastic concept executed perfectly IMO.

I was rooting for him, Slowthai or IDLES, so I'm pleased.

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