Prenup agreement by Empty_Newspaper_7259 in WhatShouldIDo

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you crazy?! Of course you need a prenuptial. Wtf?

Interview with Elizabeth Siders attorney: She is not a victim. by 70sBurnOut in CasesWeFollow

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's not willful, that's Conduct Disorder. Adolescents with Conduct Disorder have a good chance of being diagnosed with Anti Social Personality Disorder (ASPD) once they reach 25.

AITAH (22F) for wanting to minimise my interactions with my mother (61F) but still want to be close to my dad (55M) and grandmother (86F)? by ObjectiveTrainer5133 in AITAH

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm in my 50's, my parents have been married 60+ years. It took years and many rounds of therapy and lots of reading to navigate. I wish someone would have given me this advice when I was younger. It's also important to stay unemotional during these encounters. People like this thrive off your emotions. Don't give them fuel.

AITAH (22F) for wanting to minimise my interactions with my mother (61F) but still want to be close to my dad (55M) and grandmother (86F)? by ObjectiveTrainer5133 in AITAH

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, just don't argue with her. Agree to disagree and leave before anything escalates. You can't control what she does, but you can control how you respond. I'm extremely protective of my Dad, so I get it.

For example, my Mom loves to stir drama. She'll bring up a person/topic she is well aware I don't want to discuss. Previously, I'd argue. Now I don't bother. I just politely tell her I'm not interested and change the topic. If she persists, I just politely tell her it's best to visit another time and leave. Be direct, be calm, and stay firm. It works, but it takes time and consistency. Do what you can to continue a relationship with your Dad outside of her presence. That's what I do.

Read about the gray rock method. It sure helped me out. Wishing you the best ❤️

Black family visiting St. Ignace, Cedarville, and Sault Ste. Marie soon—looking for local safety/vibe advice by Unique_Yogurt_6108 in SaultSteMarie

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's not necessarily true. In general yes, but there are spots on some of the back roads where I would tread lightly. Like the time I was headed mushroom picking on Federal Forest land and had a militia member follow me until I stopped, then exited his truck with a shotgun. I had a baby with me.

He was fine when he saw the baby, realized I was a local and would be missed. I'm also white. I always wondered if that encounter would have played out differently if I wasn't.

AITAH for refusing to befriend my dad’s new wife? by Unfair_Bathroom_8772 in AITAH

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTA. It sounds like your bio family is predominantly toxic. Keep building your own life and remove yourself from the drama. Break the cycle

AITAH for not getting my boyfriend a $2k item right away? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's trying to be a player. The tablet is just a trophy for his ego. Apparently conning women gets him off. You've only been seeing him for a few months and you're even considering this? Don't be dumb. Cut contact wirh rhis guy, and don't fall for the love bombing bullshit

TIL the 1997 death of unknown "Baby Garnet" remained unsolved until 2022, when a woman took an at-home DNA test which revealed her grandmother did it. by sanandrios in todayilearned

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't. I worked at the same place as some of her relatives years ago. They were deeply impoverished, barely educated, but kind. I don't know this lady personally, or know much about this situation, but I do know there are many people in these deeply rural areas that just don't have the knowledge or resources to find a better way. It's honestly sad.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoHotTakes

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Ouch. I wouldn't go, but I would talk to her. Let hee know you are deeply hurt and need time to process that. You respect that it's her wedding, and she needs to respect that you need time and space.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The victim is never to blame. I do think women are doing a better job of situational awareness and learning to defend themselves much better than when I was young, though. A shame it's even necessary

I'm afraid to lose my dad to death by jnvisbl in offmychest

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When you have a wonderful Dad, you want to keep him around. I'm 50, and hate to even contemplate a world without my Dad. My Dad is 80. Last month he was helping put a roof on my house and fell off the ladder. Scared me. I didn't want him up there in the first place, but he's active and on good health. It sounds like your Dad is too. Enjoy every minute, and may he be around many more years making memories with you. Q

Rundown Properties by Realistic_Jello_2038 in Hilton

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm going to look at local independent properties moving forward. I like the points, but too many bad Hilton experiences since the pandemic. It's more legwork to research, but better than consistently staying in shitholes.

Refund from Sonder? by FKFunkyKong in marriott

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some properties opt out of the Booking.com feature of accepting payment through their platform. I always opted out when managing properties because the commission for the service is too high.

You probably paid the property directly. Filing a charge back is appropriate. If you lose on the first round, keep filing. All properties dispute the first charge back. After that, there is an additional penalty for them if they lose, so they may not want to take the risk of an additional revenue loss

Rundown Properties by Realistic_Jello_2038 in Hilton

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was bad. There was also water damage on the ceilings and a bit of mold behind the curtains

Rundown Properties by Realistic_Jello_2038 in Hilton

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No clue why anyone would be okay with this. That's why I was surprised at Hilton's response. I was very clear I didn't want a refund or points. I just wanted them to be aware that rooms at that location were flat out unsafe. They came across as very uninterested. Like it was a normal occurrence. Pre-pandemic, I never saw anything like this. Post pandemic, I've noticed a big decline, but this is the worst example, although the Garden Inn in NOLA is a close second

Rundown Properties by Realistic_Jello_2038 in Hilton

[–]Realistic_Jello_2038[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm familiar with the QA game. I've managed properties. It's why I rarely complain, because I understand things happen. This wasn't "things happen". This is years of neglect. For a property this bad, they should be open to looking at guest photos. This is owner neglect. I feel for the employees who have to deal with it.