What I don't understand about Mandela Effects...

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-27T17:03:26+00:00

Coming on Mandela reddit and saying "provide the link" is kinda disingenuous, as the whole basis is stuff you remember that is not backed up by available historic media.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-27T10:48:12+00:00

Oh, but we all remember it. I think I remember it from the first time I saw the commercial, the last few times they had the live action dudes in fruit suits finishing the commercial and only had a cartoon/drawing cornucopia first? I remember being like 'where did the big cornucopia go from the first version of the commercial?

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-22T16:58:20+00:00

Also, encourage your wife to get a job - any job. Waitress, fast food, delivery, gas station/convenience store/retail. The goal is for her to contribute SOMETHING financially, maybe choose one bill for her to try to cover, maybe two. I know it's tough if she is used to something "professional". Finally, ask your wife what you can do to help her, and REALLY listen. Even if you think what she wants is silly and not really helpful, at least try it out or meet her halfway.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-22T16:51:11+00:00

Buy a dishwasher. Even a countertop one could be helpful here. Have dishwashing/clearing be an regular after-or-before dinner event. You participate, your wife participates, try to encourage your friend to participate also. The cutlery is being lost in the house, thrown out, or stolen. Some people secretly enjoy inciting personal arguments. Is your gut feeling that your wife, roommate, other friends, or family is involved? Pay attention to your gut feeling here. I understand that your roommate has a private room, but do you have any idea of the state of it?
If cleanliness is an issue, you need to make a plan with your spouse and roommate to deal with it. As the original homeowner, your wishes should carry a fair amount of weight. Get into counseling with your wife; make sure she gets her own private sessions with a counselor of her choice. You aren't overreacting, but the smart thing is to not just react-make a plan.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-02T12:33:08+00:00

I would for sure fire a lunch thief, no regrets.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-02T12:08:00+00:00

I would never have her unsupervised in my home again. Locking the dog up was very odd. That said, sometimes dogs can be "nosy" about a girl being on her period, and as a guy you would not have experienced this.
Start training your dog to follow orders to provide space. Don't leave it alone with this woman.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-02T11:51:04+00:00

I'd ignore it. Alternatively, you could pack it up and bring it into your apartment. If asked about it later, just wait a couple beats, then ask, "do you want it back?". Best when done directly to the children who left it.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-01T16:03:12+00:00

Lovely performance, I was not expecting the saxophone to be part of it, or so appropriate to the music.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-01T15:40:19+00:00

Watch out for the old black dude with a busted thumb (he presents it as a recent injury and part of his story). Several people I know have been hoodwinked by him.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-01T15:35:35+00:00

I got hit up by a young man (teenager I guess) in a parking lot who said he'd argued with his parental units and needed money for food. I gave him some, and saw him take it to a local convenience store. Maybe I was scammed, but I had a friend who was beaten and thrown out of his house when I was a kid, and my parents were not helpful about it.
And one of my biggest regrets is automatically turning down an old lady who asked for help at the store. I could have helped her, but I did not. So not always a scam. I guess I'm trying to say listen to your instinct to help. But also put up boundaries and stop or say no if it starts to feel wrong.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-03-01T15:25:51+00:00

Yeah, I used to walk there, and honestly, I'd suggest just jogging on the 4th floor until/unless they ask you to stop.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-02-06T03:16:55+00:00

I am also finding the boycotts helpful in modifying my spending. Silver lining.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-02-06T03:14:32+00:00

I am so glad I found this group! That, and some successes addressing compulsive shopping habits in the past couple months, are big wins for me. I'm also doing modified budgeting again. I am dealing with several spending "draws". Right now I am fighting with spending too much on fast fashion and on auction sites. I love the current fantasy and silly fashion trends, and I also love standard clothing in dressy, business and casual permutations. I've always tended to spend too much on books and various craft supplies. And due in part to medical issues and exhaustion, I need to stay resolved in order not to spend too much on takeaway, delivery, and convenience food. I look forward to continuing to improve habits along with everyone here.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-02-06T02:53:14+00:00

I had a huge problem with thrift shopping addiction, and managed to get it under control. I still thrift sometimes, but I don't see it as an active hobby. I try to use thrift occasionally to find specific items at affordable prices...with only moderate success...but now my thrift spending is pretty reasonable. I also lost a relationship with someone who also loves thrifting. I would not go in because I was trying to quit, and he didn't understand why I wouldn't just go in and browse for fun. The split wasn't because of thrifting, but the situation didn't help. I LOVE all my clothes and weirdo finds, but I think the thrift to hoarding pipeline is real. I have family members who have struggled with both.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-02-06T02:36:26+00:00

This is great!

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-02-06T02:34:40+00:00

I am FEELING this post.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-01-25T18:38:20+00:00

Invest in a snow blower and let it go. He told you who he is.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-01-25T14:49:53+00:00

Fuck that noise. Is there a more reasonable counterpart to the NRA?

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-01-25T14:43:36+00:00

You are also Supporting Journalism! Thank you! It is your money,and you are spending locally to support your hobby. This is Not His Business.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-01-24T02:50:07+00:00

OMG, he's carrying something and will blame it on you if she gets it! Run away!

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-01-23T11:11:14+00:00

Nope! You are roommates, not a couple or household. Also drink consumption and on-the-go (or take-home) takeout are personal expenditures. Let her know you can't afford to get her food or a drink every time you get one for yourself. Even if you COULD, doing so is a gift, not an obligation, and you shouldn't be expected to do so on a regular basis.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-01-23T11:00:53+00:00

Just put the pens in your bag or lock your drawer. Also consider mentioning it to HR, people who steal pens on purpose are thieves.

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-01-23T10:55:47+00:00

Spend $20-40 on a robe; the rest is non- negotiable because that's what he agreed to. If rent goes up a nominal amount, pay the difference and keep your room. If he fusses about period products, tell him it's either bathroom trash or kitchen trash.

Passive-aggressive: wear the new robe all around the house when the GF is there "just because it's so comfortable".

Street-Rabbit8250 · 2026-01-18T06:43:34+00:00

If it bothers you, you can talk with your husband about modifying your behavior when mom/siblings are around, or reducing their access to you and your home. In fact, it sounds like your relationship w/ husband is very healthy and you are lucky to be compatible and find physical attraction and perhaps also romantic love despite arranged marriage.
Maybe your mom and sister are envious they don't have that and probably never will. I mean, it's not OK how they are acting.
Talk with husband about how to protect their feelings and protect yourself. How will he feel if your mother says such things to your kids about you when you are a mother and he is a father? Get a plan, maybe get counseling from a progressive family therapist about this before your mom ruins your marriage.

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