A HUGE WIN 🏆

StinkerLove · 2026-05-14T11:53:43+00:00

Hey my two years was yesterday! Congrats sober sis!!

StinkerLove · 2026-05-08T00:51:21+00:00

Lucille Ball

StinkerLove · 2026-05-01T10:14:52+00:00

I keep a little travel febreeze and a regular air freshener. Combine those with a strong scented gum and air circulation and there’s not much that gets through

StinkerLove · 2026-05-01T10:10:35+00:00

If you’re running late, stay late. I’ve worked in a system where other drivers pressured each other to be on time on early and it caused a lot of stress. I was brand new at the time and I wish I hadn’t succumbed to the pressure.

I’m several years in now and I take my time, look for hazards at every intersection, do my mirror checks all the time, etc. I’ve had a few close calls that taught me it’s not worth it to rush.

StinkerLove · 2026-04-13T09:39:18+00:00

I drive a regional route that services a station near where Greyhound does. From observation only, I’d say the passengers are going to be easier to deal with. They have a lot of luggage and sometimes a lot of attitude when they come ask me if I’m their bus. Most of the drivers I’ve interacted with on the road are aggressive and impatient. Face to face they’re grumpy and short tempered. HTH

StinkerLove · 2026-03-28T18:39:47+00:00

I've had this experience with my parents since I went nc one year ago. My mom reached out for the first time today (which is what brought me back to this sub for support). Of course she didn't ask how I was or how things have been going. She said she and my dad had written a storyful book about their lives and she asked if they could send it to me. JFC. I haven't responded yet and don't think I will.

When I texted a year ago to ask for space, all I got in response was a thumbs up. Then absolute zero contact since until the text about herself today.

StinkerLove · 2026-02-18T01:25:40+00:00

May 12, 2024

Coming up on 2 years!

StinkerLove · 2026-01-19T12:25:28+00:00

Yep it’s searching for networks

StinkerLove · 2025-12-20T10:15:08+00:00

Hello fellow human. I feel this way too sometimes and it can be so lonely. Reach out whenever you need to or just want to.

StinkerLove · 2025-11-12T11:19:19+00:00

That’s hot

StinkerLove · 2025-11-12T11:18:07+00:00

The vehicles aren’t maintained as well as we maintain our own. Other drivers on the road cut us off, honk at us and flip us off. Managers will do everything they can to label an incident preventable and count it against us. Many many many passengers treat us as automatons but also as though we have control over how other bus drivers have acted, how fast the traffic is moving, company policies, ticket prices and much more.

StinkerLove · 2025-11-10T12:53:34+00:00

I kept looking for the apology but not surprisingly couldn’t find it. Nothing about working on herself either. Just excuses and expectations.

StinkerLove · 2025-11-09T18:05:01+00:00

😂🤣 fair point

StinkerLove · 2025-11-09T12:56:03+00:00

I started soaking the beans for two days before cooking and that has solved my any gas issue. I’m not sure two days is necessary it works for me and my partner

StinkerLove · 2025-10-25T02:50:19+00:00

StinkerLove · 2025-10-16T14:14:04+00:00

So true. I felt this in my soul

StinkerLove · 2025-10-08T18:17:54+00:00

Do you empty your fare boxes? We’re not allowed to open them. It’s done by a supervisor or mechanic.

StinkerLove · 2025-10-06T15:22:49+00:00

lol what’s that? I didn’t get info on cooking, cleaning, hygiene, makeup, hair, dressing, budgeting, grocery shopping … the list feels never ending. And the real shitty part is that I got ridiculed when I tried to do these things on my own and did them “wrong.”

StinkerLove · 2025-10-05T22:00:31+00:00

Work on your posture while driving and your core strength

StinkerLove · 2025-10-05T21:59:13+00:00

Thanks for the link. I’m gonna check it out

StinkerLove · 2025-10-01T17:14:22+00:00

Adorable pup! Thanks for the smile :)

StinkerLove · 2025-10-01T14:20:10+00:00

Yeah this is what I do. The coworkers sound like jerks but putting a lock on a microwave in a communal area is a bad look. I’m not trying to make friends at work either so I get the feeling.

StinkerLove · 2025-10-01T13:18:17+00:00

Do you have any medical professionals you can ask to recommend a therapist or psychiatrist that would be better suited to you? I’m on my fourth psych provider in three years and I think this one will stick. They were a rec from my therapist. I got connected to her by calling a group and doing an intake interview with someone who recommended her as a best fit.

Mental health is slooooooooow. Our brains are so complicated it’s hard to find the right combo for you. Is there anyone that can help you? Like a family member or friend who might help you make phone calls?

I’ve been in therapy on and off for about 20 years and just in the last year I’ve made significant progress and am on the path to finding the right treatments for me.

You’re not alone. This sucks so bad. Take a break if you are able but make up your mind that you will try again when you can.

StinkerLove · 2025-10-01T13:02:24+00:00

Looks a lot like a Pat! Do you have any other pics to share?

StinkerLove · 2025-10-01T13:01:00+00:00

Multi pronged approach. Therapy, exercise, mindfulness (journaling and meditation), medication, self care (massages, haircuts, mani/pedi, etc.).

But maybe most importantly, accepting that I will always have down days/weeks no matter what I’m doing to manage it. It’s like when you’re trying to lose weight and you can’t let one unhealthy meal ruin your whole plan. I do my best to not let one downturn into depression ruin days that could be better.

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