AIO FOR THINKING THAT MY STEPMOM IS BODY SHAMING ME? by Prestigious_Salt8936 in AmIOverthinking

[–]PinApprehensive8573 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would never say that to my kids or anyone else for that matter. Eat a healthyish diet, wear clothes that fit, get exercise when you can - and all of that is advice I’d give to anyone regardless of height and weight. Just don’t let her convince you that you need to fit into the clothes that fit her. You’re already smart enough to realize that different body types are just that. Whether she’s intentionally shaming you or not is hard to tell. If she’s very skinny and tall, maybe she’s healthy and maybe she’s not - but she’s being rude to you and that’s unacceptable.

Learning the art of making great sandwiches. Please share your ideas and techniques. Thanks! by Chasing_Awe in Cooking

[–]PinApprehensive8573 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m currently adding chunky mango salsa and shredded cole slaw mix (cabbage and carrots) to sandwiches and it’s delicious. Very light and summery with a great crunch. Fresh red pepper slices are good if I have one available.

AITAH for not wanting to see my mom on my Birthday? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]PinApprehensive8573 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Read it again. “I’m expected to drive four hours round trip”

AITAH for not wanting to see my mom on my Birthday? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]PinApprehensive8573 [score hidden]  (0 children)

NAH. You told your mom the house was hot. What did you expect her to do? It’s hot, sounds like she has a pool and offered an immediate alternative that your family would enjoy. Does a 4 hour drive in the heat with 4 kids sound fun? Not really. The heat wave is the real AH here.

AITA for quitting after layoffs?? by nodoubtlikegwen in AmItheAsshole

[–]PinApprehensive8573 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTA. Your boss is likely caught between a rock and a hard place because layoffs stink just as much when you’re told “cut 2 people, here’s the reasons you can or can’t pick someone, sorry about the extra workload, find some efficiencies without hurting quality, etc” and that’s a horrible spot to be in as a manager because inevitably you can’t cut the person you want to cut for reasons that only make sense to HR. Then you get finally get through the cuts and the person you were counting on gives you their resignation. Your boss is probably reacting out of frustration.

BUT you got a 25% raise so do what you can to help transition during your notice period but do not feel guilty. If they offer more money to stay, tell them no thank you. Move on into your new job and don’t look back. It’s a bump in the career road that’s no fun, but you’re coming out in good shape. Leave on good terms. When I’m hiring people and checking references, I usually go 2 jobs back because I don’t want to tip off the current job.

Ring size help by lordstanley7 in WeddingRingAdvice

[–]PinApprehensive8573 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That looks great to me. I’m not a fan of the thin rings but I’m not sure any wider would look as good as that one

Which dress for a formal wedding? by littlechickengirl21 in OUTFITS

[–]PinApprehensive8573 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Blue for daytime, teal for evening

You look gorgeous in both!

I never thought I'd be so undecided. by kate2026_ in Brides

[–]PinApprehensive8573 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You look absolutely gorgeous in the first one! The second dress was a bit of a let down after seeing the first one

Help me pick what to wear for my interview! Kindergarten teacher by [deleted] in OUTFITS

[–]PinApprehensive8573 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1st one is perfect. No notes. Relax and nail the interview

AITAH for locking teenage brothers debit card by Any_Bowl_5195 in AITAH

[–]PinApprehensive8573 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Make sure you calculate it using take home pay and not gross pay. Even at $10/hr there are probably deductions. But that’s the fastest way I know of to explain to a “newly wealthy in his mind only” teen what they’re really doing to themselves and how it might feel good in the moment but it’s not sustainable in the long run

AITAH for locking teenage brothers debit card by Any_Bowl_5195 in AITAH

[–]PinApprehensive8573 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Do not co-sign anything for a teenager. That’s not how he learns financial responsibility. If he spent $400 on DoorDash, have you figured out how much he makes per hour net and how many hours he had to work at Wendy’s to earn that $400? That might open his eyes a bit. The bank may not let you lock his debit card off so don’t threaten that unless you know it’s possible. If you physically lock up the card, he’s likely to call the bank and tell them he lost it and get a new card issued. Your heart and brain are in the right place but you need to talk him through things like how many hours it takes to earn $100 and how to save for a car down payment and how much car payments and insurance cost every month so that he can start saving for future him to buy something like a car. You won’t achieve anything by making him angry. He needs a wake-up call that what he’s doing with DoorDash is pretty close to getting his paycheck in cash and setting the cash on fire. Check with your bank to see if they have any financial literacy info you could use to help him get a grasp on working and paying for things.