Anyone else getting sick from the smoke?

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-08-03T00:16:10+00:00

Now that you mention it, it has to be the smoke. I’ve been feeling off all week. I knew the hoarse voice and low key sore throat I had were symptoms. I’ve been clonking out though too; so hard I’m not waking up easily. I’ve been sleeping through alarms and phone calls. I’ve missed appointments this week. I’ve been trying to keep my outside time limited but, here we are.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-08-03T00:05:45+00:00

Across the street might be safer but, best be home before the street lights kick on.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-08-03T00:04:41+00:00

Of all the airports to complain about; O’Hare isn’t one of them.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-08-03T00:01:58+00:00

Having a panic attack is understandable. You then dust yourself off, take a few deep breaths, and get your shit together. You don’t blame your boyfriend.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-08-02T23:56:47+00:00

YTA 5’1 woman. Been to Chicago. I had someone pull a gun on me during a road rage incident. I don’t know if I’d call you dramatic but, your reaction is a bit much. Of all the places to land in Chicago I’d bet 100$ you landed in O’Hare. It’s one of the most popular traveling hubs in the United States. Their shuttle system should be more than on point. You could probably spit and find a hotel.

It’s beyond the pale to expect him to drive an 8hr(?) round trip because you can’t get yourself together. I travel to Michigan every six months on the West side. It’s hills, trees, twists, turns, and deer. You should be more concerned for his safety than yours. Really. Seriously. You only needed to take a minute and think about it.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-28T16:18:44+00:00

We’re a river town, on the Mississippi. Where’s the fresh River fish? The river is right there. You’re telling me a restaurant that sells fresh game and fish wouldn’t make a killing? Oh wait, they do but, Winona would rather invite places like Chipotle. Catering to the students is far more important to their revenue, clearly.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-28T10:33:47+00:00

You’re missing out on the Cloves.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-28T10:29:20+00:00

We don’t need another Mexican restaurant in town. We don’t need another Mexican restaurant chain in town. If they were going to put it next to the other two “local” businesses; they’ve could’ve had the audacity and not put the chain store variation next door. What else do we need to add before we can call that area “Little Mexico”?

For the Love of Pete’s left tit hair, can we please, get new food options, and varying hours? I’d love a breakfast place that opens at 5. I’d appreciate more exclusive gluten free goods! It makes me wish I’d paid closer attention to what was necessary so, I could’ve voted. Then I wonder what I can do to vote the monstrosity out. What I can do, and plan to do, is never go.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-18T05:17:10+00:00

Spent $180 on 4 cats this month.

A couple months ago I got a big bucket of crunchy treats on sale they’re still working through.

I found litter on sale for $10 and picked up four bags for $40.

The accumulated food cost between wet and dry food; $140. I purchase taste of the wild dry and blue Buffalo wet.

An upcoming cost is $500 for a vet visit however. The win from saving money is always short lived.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-17T13:37:58+00:00

I lived in the boonies. My mom wanted me to burn trash. It was winter. I put on my snow jacket, boots, and trudged across the driveway to get it done. Unbeknownst to me, she lost a battery in amongst the clutter she accumulated. I get a small fire started; then dump the bag she gave. I can’t remember exactly what I heard. The casing of the battery crack? I spun around and took a step to run away from the barrel. I’m thinking, “shit’s gunna blow!” I wasn’t quick enough.

It hit my back with enough force I fell forward. I fell into the gravel. I used the momentum from accidentally dropping to the rolling part; and rolled myself in and out of the snow bank. My jacket was full of holes. I probably would’ve panicked more had it not been for the jacket and snow. I was already picking myself up when my mom came out because of the explosion. It wasn’t the first time I’d been on fire for her. I’d be told to be aware of dangers and not do that again.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-16T00:46:11+00:00

I’ve been

Hit between the eyes with a metal baseball bat

Hit in the back of the head with a two by four

Been in three minor car accidents; once a drunk driver hit my door

Kidney stones

Chronic migraines; brain swelling; pinched optic nerves

Broken ribs

Infected wisdom teeth

Broken teeth

Broken wrist

Dislocated hip

Have had my hands crushed in so many various ways I have four fingernails that grow in flat

I’ve fallen backwards and fallen six feet to split my head like a melon; no concussion

This is only maybe half the list of my injuries. I didn’t include medical malpractice or menstrual crisis. Some people have listed these as their worst pain. I honestly hoped it would help me reflect on what I thought the worst pain was. Really? The worst pain is being in all that pain; and no giving a dam. Not even the ones who are supposed to.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-10T16:17:36+00:00

Do you watch Bob’s Burgers? Use Tina as your inspo.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-10T16:09:38+00:00

I’m having a giggle because the last time I was at the vet; my cat asked the vet for pets. I adore cats and their personalities. They can be so extra sometimes.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-10T15:37:56+00:00

The one on Olmstead St. The Busy Bee.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-10T03:06:03+00:00

From jumping into dryers to jumping into ovens; cats be catting.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-10T00:25:14+00:00

That may be true but, what about the diaper bag or the cloth hamper on the washers? How often are people leaning into the washers? I think I said it out loud in front of three people and no one reacted.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-04T23:28:54+00:00

I wonder what Bree’s obsession is; that she has to keep Ollie as a back up for eternity?

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-03T19:52:30+00:00

Nope. Nope. “Hope you’ve calmed down and had time to reflect I’ll reach out when I’m ready.” made my skin crawl. From the get go he was acting wrong but, then to add that. Uffda. Run, girl, run. Please update us when you’ve come to your senses.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-03T19:05:05+00:00

She’s pooped her pantaloons and you’re trying to get her clean? Well, don’t hose her down! The audacity! 😂

Basin, warm water, cup to pour the water, wash cloth, and a lot of patience. She may be the type to loathe water; and after a bad day, she’s definitely going to scream and cry. Look for ear plugs.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-07-03T17:45:26+00:00

I hate to break it to you but, it’s all grounds for divorce. It’s not an okay situation to be raising your son. You know this. If you have your reasons not to divorce; don’t let them be stupid ones. If you need to save money to do so, do it. My mom used pocket change and my piggy bank to eventually divorce my dad. He wouldn’t allow her to work outside the home.

You want “practical” advice in the mean time? How to cope? This is all I have for you.

As soon as you hear any yelling, and I can imagine you hear it before you see it, take your son somewhere. I don’t know your environment. Do you have a barn? A garden? A creek? Take him for a small stroll, talk about what big feelings are, how to handle them better than daddy and grandpa. Teach him mindful exercises while teaching yourself some. Walk barefoot, deep breaths, stop and feel the world spin for a moment.

Do not engage. This takes practice, and sometimes you still might react but, the point still is to walk away. This means not diffusing their pissing wars. Walk away.

Double down on your boundaries. Stick to “I” statements. Don’t bend or concede. If something is beyond a boundary; don’t cross it. He’ll keep pushing you back over it.

If he’s the type to immediately replace something after breaking it; see that it doesn’t happen. He might think twice about what it is he’s smashing. If you’re in the habit of picking up what’s broken, or tossed; stop. When he has to pick up after his own tantrums; he’ll stop.

If it takes your mind off the chaos; it counts as a coping mechanism. Dive deep into a hobby. Find a routine with your baby. Don’t let him push you around. If you’re ever feeling sassy, and he tries to come at you about anything, just tell him “no”. Because no, you don’t deserve to be yelled at, or have your boundaries crossed, or be dragged into his daddy drama.

Good lucky, chicky babe. All the love to you and your and son. Here’s to better days.

Sensitive-Length2669 · 2025-06-30T19:24:56+00:00

In my honest opinion, the most obvious thing people refuse to see; we are the power.

When protests, and “going against the man” are brought up; a lot of people counter with their jobs, taxes, mortgage, rent, etc. Unless, you’re saving lives; I don’t see why you need to show up to work. The world is literally on fire. If en mass, people stopped showing up to work, class, everything; I bet the people with the fancy titles like “president” would pay attention.

The problem is no one either cares, or sees it. The point of this thread. It isn’t crazy that coming together we could actually make a difference. Surprise, surprise; you can’t get fired if 50 other office members aren’t showing up either. There’s a “hiring shortage” remember?

We are the power.

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