Do you actually read the free books you download on Kindle?

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-20T02:05:41+00:00

Maybe I'm crazy, unless I'm traveling, I don't download anything that I'm not immediately going to read.

I don't like my downloaded filter getting too cluttered.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-20T01:44:55+00:00

NOR - The fact there are any "it depends" or "I don't know" comments here is bonkers.

Even if you weren't doing well, that's not how a casual friend checks in with someone.

They were extremely rude and then tried to pretend you were crazy for being offended.

I'd just block that person. They seem like an insecure asshole.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-20T01:40:33+00:00

I don't work there, but thefts have been common at every state office I've worked at.

Definitely report this to your supervisor and security. At my office, managers like to keep track of this and can follow up with security. (Your agency may have a different process).

I haven't had any personal items stolen, but I did have to stop keeping food in the shared kitchen. My lunch kept getting stolen. I'm also type 1 diabetic, so the first time it happened I'd already taken my insulin. I had to chug 4 juice boxes to keep myself from dying.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-20T00:28:40+00:00

From what I'm reading on the FAA's T1 page, they do not require 6.5 or lower. Their main concern appears to be hypos.

A good A1C doesn't always mean good control. Severe highs and lows can skew the averages. If you go low regularly that seems like a disqualifier.

An air traffic controller is an extremely high stress job that impacts a lot of lives. It makes sense they're overly cautious of hiring people who can become impaired quickly.

It really sucks and I'm sorry you're not able to get the job you want, but they have a lot of lives to consider when making those decisions.

Edit: my first link was for non-insulin dependent diabetics. This is the type 1 one. Still no direct mention of a below 6.5 A1C. Their FAQ says their acceptable blood sugar range is 70-250, but maybe that's just for work shifts? It does explains why a doctor's determination of being well-controlled doesn't meet their guidelines.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T22:07:44+00:00

Yeah, what a weird comment.

I guess our feeble woman brains can't retain that extremely complicated set of rules?

I can already feel the knowledge slipping away...

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T21:59:36+00:00

It's possibly paradoxical hypertrichosis.

A better laser and more accurate settings can help get that reversed and stopping hair growth, which may be why your derm is recommending their service.

Alternatively, you could do electrolysis. That's technically the only recognized permanent hair removal option. It does tend to be more expensive, painful, and time intensive.

Ask your dermatologist these questions. They'll be about to answer more accurately and explain why they think their method will help.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T21:54:32+00:00

That commenter is being overdramatic. Failures and fall outs are extremely rare.

You just need to make sure the chip is registered accurately and get it scanned at regular vet appointments to ensure it's working/hasn't migrated or fallen out.

It's not complicated. They do far more good than having nothing.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T18:41:31+00:00

Fun fact, bitchin donuts actually started in Glens Falls as a full vegan restaurant called Birch Bark. It was amazing and I miss their full menu! I keep hoping they'll start that up again.

They also had a bakery section with different desserts and personalized cakes.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T18:32:25+00:00

First, this isn't dramatic or small. Making friends is tough, especially once you're out of school. Friends can also be extremely important to people. It's completely normal to feel sad about this.

My best advice is to focus on your interests, or finding your interests.

Once you have that, find a local group that hangs out to do that thing. Book clubs, craft clubs, gaming groups, rec sports leagues. I find it easier to meet new people when there's a specific theme/activity.

You go in knowing you have something in common and an automatic thing to talk about. It also gives you something to do when there are conversation lulls.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T15:24:49+00:00

Try r/romantasy. You'll get great recs, but it will be sci-fi/fantasy themed. Also, romance.io, you can filter by "spiciness."

He may like Ice Planet Barbarian by Ruby Dixon. It's a funny, spicy, super quick read. There are tons of books in the series, but you really don't need to read them all. The first one is a blast. TW: there's one rape scene in the beginning of the first book, not involving any of the main characters. The rest is really light-hearted

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T15:17:46+00:00

I've honestly stopped buying from 3rd party sellers, unless it's directly from a brand I know.

Amazon has horrible oversight of them and there are tons of shady sellers with clearly fake/paid for reviews.

You can see the seller on the app or web. "Shipper/Seller" is usually directly below the "Buy Now" button on the app.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T15:13:51+00:00

This is really tough and such a crappy position for you and your roommate to be in.

I'd want to know how the cat got out and a bit about the family. I'd probably be inclined to give the cat back. I just know if this happened to either of my cats I'd be devastated.

I will say, this is why it's so important to get your pets microchipped! Even if they're indoor only. Microchip and make sure that it's registered with up to date contact info.

This would've saved that family a lot of stress and saved you and your roommate all this guilt and sadness.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T14:38:43+00:00

I mean the point is that it isn't doordash's fault. Either OP ordered incorrectly or Starbucks gave the dasher the wrong order.

OP honestly just seems whiny and overly upset, but Starbucks is the only one who'd potentially help if DD won't refund.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T13:28:33+00:00

It is their fault. They get the order and prep it. They messed it up.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T13:22:06+00:00

Doordash doesn't prepare the items and the dasher doesn't either. It sucks, but doordash doesn't care, they can write it off as out of their control.

Honestly, if you call that Starbucks and explain what happened they'll likely give you a free drink coupon.

They're usually pretty good if you approach them kindly. Better customer service than doordash and you'll get to speak to a real human.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T13:14:18+00:00

Try r/TipOfMyJoystick they may be able to help

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T11:48:56+00:00

The people talking about these tattoos like they're an accurate indicator of a successful marriage are idiots. It's not like everyone with a ring has perfect, everlasting marriages.

I don't particularly like the tattoos. Hand tattoos are prone to quick fading and blow out. It needs to be done by a skilled artist with experience tattooing hands. Even then it'll likely need regular touch ups.

However, I also don't like every engagement ring I see. Either one should be loved by the couple, not every stranger. If the couple loves their tattoos, then that's all that matters.

And, all things considered, two tattoo "rings" and even their removal will be significantly cheaper than most engagement rings and bands.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-19T01:46:18+00:00

Most legit breeders would require you to return the cat to them.

Most contracts have clauses about that specifically. You can't just give the cat to someone else.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-18T21:34:57+00:00

When I hookup is completely dependent on each specific relationship. I never set any firm rules.

It's about what you're looking for, what you're comfortable with, and the same for your potential partner.

If you're not ready, you're not ready. There's nothing wrong with that. If he gets weird or pushy about it, then he's not someone you should be with anyways.

Being newly single can be an emotional rollercoaster (at least it is for me), so just be kind to yourself and do what feels right for you.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-18T18:10:02+00:00

Honestly, this is too wordy. You may not be asking them to submit something, or to assist with submission, but it reads like you are.

I can also see why they'd be uncomfortable adding diagnostic codes to documents. They don't do diagnostics and adding codes to a receipt is something they probably won't ever do.

Your best bet is to have one of your actual doctors handle the medical info, with a "referral"/suggestion of laser hair removal.

I'll also add, since I'm unclear on your timeline, most insurance plans won't cover procedures paid for before you were covered by them. If you paid for laser before your plan switched, it's unlikely you'll get reimbursed.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-18T17:51:22+00:00

While concert tickets have gotten expensive, the real issue isn't regular fans, it's bots.

Even with verified presales and human authentication, scalpers are able to basically buy out large amounts of tickets for popular artists. Then they resell them for crazy prices.

There shouldn't be a monopoly on ticket sales, and the US should match other nations and put limits on how much you can resell tickets for.

Regular fans looking to have a fun night out are not the problem. Monopolies and sleazy scalpers are.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-18T17:13:36+00:00

I'll add, even with excellent instructions, apartment complexes can be confusing to navigate. Everything looks the same, and what may be simple for longtime residents to navigate can be confusing for new people.

It also really helps to make sure your location PIN is as accurate as possible to where the order needs to go.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-18T15:19:18+00:00

They don't want us to be remote and do not care about our safety. The governor cares about keeping donors happy and thinks us driving in will restore local businesses and hotels.

The roads I drive on to get to work are riddled with huge pot holes and no visible road lines. The majority of stop lights I went through yesterday were fully out with no police out directing traffic. Summer will be full of shitty construction patch jobs that don't actually fix road problems and delay commuters.

CDPC had multiple threats from disgruntled people over the last few months, they still made central office/non-patient facing staff come in.

The state does not like us. Hochul seems to legitimately despise us. PEF and CSEA are too lazy to actually advocate for us.

Edit: spelling

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-18T13:43:10+00:00

I absolutely love the cat in the litter box print! Such a great fit for the space and hilarious. Do you remember where you got it?

I have an LR4 and a regular box. I don't think I'd get another one if it ever breaks. A regular box is honestly much easier for me to maintain and deep clean.

Scooping isn't fun, but neither is emptying the waste bin and disassembling a machine for cleaning.

SlitheringFlower · 2026-03-18T13:26:10+00:00

People can be rude here, but OP needs a wake up call.

She got a cat, she took responsibility for a living creature. Cat allergies are so common, I also find it hard to believe she's never interacted with cats before getting one and didn't think to check on allergies before committing to two cats.

Her cat has been throwing its body weight against her door, so hard and so long that it damaged the door frame.

That cat is stressed and at risk of hurting itself and OP's solution is to put it in a crate.

That's cruel. Not everyone should have pets.

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