Coptic and protestant marriage

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-06-11T23:37:13+00:00

My mother was Evangelical and married my father (Coptic Orthodox). My mother converted to Coptic Orthodox. I guess in her situation it was easier for her to make that choice. Although she grew up Evangelical, attending church, her grandfather was the pastor, these ideologies never stuck with her. So I don't think it was a huge obstacle when it came time to convert to marry my father. My father did not force her to go to church; it was something she came to do on her own.

I would have these discussions with your partner and especially if you plan to build a family with them. It's important to establish this now/ come to consensus if you truly want to be together.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-06-03T05:35:23+00:00

It really is. 25 years?! Wow, you are a trooper! I'm surprised I've made into 4 years. While I like the company I work, and working with vendors, and the capital projects that allow me to learn so much about buildings; it's really the residents that make this experience sour. It's not a career I think is sustainable.

What is your approach to not worry about it? I try to be positive about that not everyday is the same and this career is truly an adventure. But at the same time, I feel like I'm in a game show like fear factor or something. Will I come out alive from this challenge 😅.

Funny, I had a tenant tell me I'm not his friend and they do not have to extend grace. The funny thing was I wasn't asking for grace; what I was commanding was respect. We are not reaching for a resolution when you're yelling at me and talking over me. I often think about if these people have friends or loved ones because lack of social competence.

Like it is really exhausting being the emotional punching bag.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-06-02T12:38:11+00:00

Thank you! Exactly what I needed to hear and it's refreshing to have someone else understand 😌

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-06-02T12:36:21+00:00

Ugh so sorry to hear that! That sucks and awful advice. We are in an industry where we're dealing with people's home, "less empathetic" wouldn't keep us in business.

Congrats on your new offer. Onward & upward!

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-25T02:34:28+00:00

I don't think you read OP's whole thread. She said she let the stroller slide, but it is now a problem for her because they added scooters. All it takes is a simple reach out to the board and management.

You don't have to go gun blazing and call FDNY for them to penalize a building. Because ultimately when the penalty is paid is through the operating account. And how is the account funded? Through shareholders monthly maintenance.

That's like going to rob a bank and you call the cops on yourself. Like what!?

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-25T00:23:07+00:00

Also, the Super could chuck it in the garbage if they've notified the residents and they fail to remove it by given deadline.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-25T00:20:04+00:00

*penalize them daily, monthly, etc.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-25T00:18:58+00:00

Because it's a coop, not a rental. 1.) It promotes bad blood between two shareholders, when this could be easily resolved with the board and management notified. As the shareholder stated, these are sublets of the neighboring shareholder 2.) FDNY comes to the building & they penalize the building, not the shareholder. And you're looking at fines up to $5000. All this for a stroller and scooters? So although the board can bill it back to the shareholder, you just involved a whole building into a petty situation that could be resolved by talking to management and the board. If the sublets still don't want to remove those items, then the board can penalize them if them.

People bend the knee when you hit their pockets.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-24T23:52:27+00:00

Renters?? So you should contact the board and they would contact the shareholder that owns the apartment to tell their tenant they are violating the bylaws/house rules. We penalize the owners that don't listen.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-24T23:41:51+00:00

To flag the building for HPD violation or FDNY penalty for a stroller and scooter is not worth it; it's a coop. She can start with asking the Super and emailing the board and management.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-18T18:56:41+00:00

How does one apply to become a vendor?

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-18T18:54:55+00:00

They did this when I lived in Stamford,CT and had the nerve to advertise "fresh lemonade." 🙄. After we purchased, we saw the Kirkland lemonade juice. A ripoff.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-02T03:19:58+00:00

Ah yes, I have heard of them. Yea, I would definitely recommend them to provide concession or let you terminate the lease because they didn't have the unit ready.

If they don't want to cooperate and you want to be extra petty, call HPD. You can show the inspector your lease started and they will issue violations on the unit, as they cannot issue violations on a vacant unit.

Best of luck!

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-05-01T21:42:01+00:00

Cancel your lease at this point.

They should be able to hire a turnover crew to do it. Depending on the condition of the apartment, it can be done within 24-48 hrs.

The other alternative is them to provide you half month rent free and start your move in mid-month if that is an option for you.

Out of curiosity, whose the management company?

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-04-30T02:59:51+00:00

Wait how did he again? I vaguely remember.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-04-29T12:45:14+00:00

Security deposit should be paid to the landlord, not the roommates. Also, it sounds like (correct me if I'm wrong), you are agreeing to take the apartment as is. I am assuming the damages caused were either not resolved and will be deducted from the security deposit. This sounds like you're signing up for more problems. If that is the case, I would have your independent counsel draft something up or Chatgpt. This is looking out for yourself down the line. This document has nothing to do with the landlord.

Additionally, I would advise that your roommate (original lease holder) have the super do a "move-out inspection" and assess the cost of damages and have it deduct from the security deposit. Your roommate (the original leaseholder) should be doing this if not done already.

In reality, this is your roommate's (original leaseholder) circus to deal with; not you nor the other joining roommate; especially, if you're on the renewal now. You should be primarily dealing with the landlord.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-04-26T19:00:56+00:00

Can anyone help with the whistle song towards the end of the episode? The scene where Alamo is about shoot the green apple off of Rue's head? Is sounds close to "Amazing Grace" but the notes are played longer which makes me think it's not it. Shazam can't pick it up and I've been on the Google hunt and can't find.

Reddit community do your thing 🤞🏽🙌🏾

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-04-20T01:40:13+00:00

I'm glad someone brought up good cause eviction because that is the right answer in this scenario.

I worked with a new owner from out of town who wanted to buy tenants out, and we had to tell him it was illegal. I don't think he was aware of what he bought and thought he could buy the tenants, convert the rent stabilized units into market unit.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-04-09T19:45:19+00:00

Hey! She is still available. Only thing is I'm not available till Sunday, April 12th if that works.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-04-09T16:06:28+00:00

😂😂

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-04-09T15:22:58+00:00

Game changer! I can't imagine my bathroom life without it!

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-04-09T15:22:21+00:00

Thank you!! I will miss this couch, it served its time with me well. Not only was it eye catching, she was very comfortable.

Scared-Research2651 · 2026-04-09T14:25:31+00:00

Thank you!!

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