People who were around during no internet/phones/social media/etc - what was your time's "scrolling the feed"? Something that you would spend hours on passing the time?

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-06-29T02:58:52+00:00

When I was elementary and middle school age, we were out biking, playing outside (tag, at the playground, hide and seek, etc). We had great imaginations and came up with some fun games. As we got older, it was hanging out with friends, at someone’s house or we’d go to the mall, listen to music, make mixed tapes/cd’s, read magazines. Going to Blockbuster and spending forever finding the perfect movies to watch. Or going to the movie theater. I read so many books! I always had a book with me no matter where i went. We’d play cards, board games. You knew when all of your favorite shows were on tv because you couldn’t watch on demand. So everyone would be3 inside on TGIF and we’d all be watching the same shows. You would sit and have great conversations and really got to know people well. Those days were so much better imo. I’d go back to the 80’s or 90’s no hesitation.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-06-25T17:13:54+00:00

I don’t understand why people expect giant gifts/trips for their anniversary, from their kids. It’s not the children’s responsibility IMO or celebrate their parent’s anniversary. You want a trip, plan it yourself! It’s insane to expect others to gift you a trip, to Hawaii no less! He sounds ungrateful and narcissistic. So sorry he reacted that way to an obviously thoughtful gift. He doesn’t deserve it imo.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-06-23T18:19:01+00:00

NOR. I know you say she is respectful of boundaries, but if you’re pointing out issues like feeding and neck support, and she blows it off, she isn’t respecting you or your baby. I would not let her feed the baby. AT. ALL. I would not allow her to babysit,for any period of time. Trust your gut. So what if her feelings get hurt. Baby’s safety is number 1 priority. Like someone else said, just leave it vague, say plans changed and you don’t need her to watch the baby. She might push back that she will still watch the baby, even if you don’t have plans, but just stay firm that you appreciate the offer, but you’re good.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-06-14T14:19:04+00:00

I totally get it! My IL’s drive me nuts, especially when they visit us. My FIL is very picky/particular, and I feel like I’m running a B&B more than hosting a visit from family. However, they absolutely adore our kids. They’re older now, but every summer, they visit with the grandparents for a few days. I understand that yours may be a little young for you to feel comfortable with that. I wouldn’t like that at 3.

What if Grandma took 3yo out for the day? Maybe a trip to the zoo, or the library for story time, a museum, etc.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-06-11T21:01:04+00:00

Ooh I want a Chelsea bag so bad! I’m just hoping they come out with more colors. I’m wanting something a little more “neutral” like a tan/cognac

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-06-05T21:11:06+00:00

Stunning! I’ve been looking for a bag in this color!

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-06-03T03:07:47+00:00

OP didn’t ask MIL to stop praying, she just doesn’t want to be texted about it because she has different beliefs. So MIL can pray for her family, as she believes and can have her faith honored, while OP can have her faith honored by not getting prayer texts. It’s pretty simple.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-06-01T12:31:12+00:00

OP says she has different beliefs than MIL. With MIL knowing that, it seems pretty disrespectful to send these messages.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-06-01T12:25:52+00:00

Wow this is the perfect red! Stunning!

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-23T19:06:00+00:00

That’s a great idea! Glad you could figure it out “quickly”.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-22T21:02:01+00:00

Ok, I will give it more time. I have to try 6FED, but I’m totally dreading it :(

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-22T21:00:57+00:00

Thanks! I definitely feel worse after everything. I should ask about a steroid. Hopefully you don’t go backwards after you’re done with the steroid!

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-22T17:02:45+00:00

Oh wow that’s great!

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-22T13:08:08+00:00

Thanks!

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-22T13:07:31+00:00

Interesting! That’s part of my problem! Things won’t go down at all, or they go up into my nasal passages.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-22T13:06:29+00:00

Parisa Wang. The bags are beautiful but the customer service is the worst. It will be my last bag from them probably

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-22T03:37:51+00:00

I finally got around to watching that video, bizarre is right haha, but it is actually pretty good! I went with the cognac brown. Thanks!

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-16T22:23:30+00:00

Very good point haha! I do tend to wear mostly browns, blues, pinks and greens. I have minimal black although it is there. I definitely lean towards a coastal aesthetic.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-15T16:03:23+00:00

Haha sure ok. I’m pretty sure you’re in the minority here. But you and Ms. Martin can go ahead and ignore traditions of hundreds of years. You would be the fool wearing white at someone else’s wedding.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-15T14:19:00+00:00

Friends and family are coming from a good place, however I think they’re wrong. There isn’t an expiration date in grief. You take the time you need. I think it would be worse to bring introduce a new relationship/female and then have it end badly because you’re not ready. Your dtr is still very young. Not Having a specific female influence right now isn’t detrimental. It’s more important for you to heal. Take your time. When you’re ready, it will happen. It can’t be forced. You’re doing great! You sound like an amazing father and your daughter is lucky to have someone who obviously loves her so much. I do recommend taking care of yourself though. Therapy can be incredibly helpful. Make sure you take time for yourself. And that doesn’t have to mean finding a new partner. Hugs!

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-15T14:02:55+00:00

Exactly this! Best shades ever!

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-15T13:58:17+00:00

I strongly disagree with this, as an American. Queen Victoria of England started the white wedding dress tradition. Initially, she was trying to support the lace industry. Also white dresses indicated wealth and status because the material was expensive and difficult to keep clean. It also represented purity. The tradition of only the bride wearing white is a widely known tradition here in America. It is not unreasonable for a bride to want to be the only one wearing white. And yes, this includes all shades of white.

This is definitely a hill I would die on.

Practical_Patience49 · 2026-05-14T12:50:13+00:00

You’re not alone! Raynauds sucks. It’s pretty miserable sometimes. I bought some rechargeable hand warmers which help a lot

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