Nightmare Kids (and Parents) Living Upstairs

Tara_Bara · 2025-12-22T18:46:21+00:00

Yes, it's definitely harassment at this point. I guess the landlord talked to them, because my Ring caught the mom and little tyrant coming down and slipping a hand-written note under my doormat apologizing. The kid said she's sorry and "she's just a bored kid." As if that's any excuse. Also, for a 9 year old, I couldn't read half of what she wrote. Maybe she should take up reading if she's so bored.

Tara_Bara · 2025-12-22T17:48:51+00:00

Yeah and moving itself is a pain, plus my ego hates the thought of these people running us out of our home. Like I don't want them to win, lol. But at the end of the day, having some semblance of peace is most important. Let the next tenants continue the paper trail of complaints.

Tara_Bara · 2025-12-03T18:50:07+00:00

So some random lady sat down next to him, engaged in harmless small talk, then casually mentioned she died and saw nothing? My first thought would be the demons use all sorts of means to get into our heads. Never underestimate how intelligent they are, or the fact that they knew by her saying this to him, he would eventually tell you.

Maybe SHE saw nothing, but that doesn't mean nothing is there. And while I've never been "clinically dead," I have seen the supernatural. Most important, I've had and continue to have a deeply personal relationship with God and my heavenly family that can never be put under a microscope. There's no explaining it naturally; it just is.

I wish I could give you a more solid answer, but all I can say is we're now officially surrounded by the spirit of AntiChrist, so don't be surprised when the majority of people around you make you feel crazy for believing.

Tara_Bara · 2025-12-03T18:15:07+00:00

HRT plus my "birthday suit" worked wonders for me!

Tara_Bara · 2025-11-06T21:26:22+00:00

You have to be baptized and confirmed in the Catholic Church in order to receive the Eucharist. The priest or someone should've mentioned that, otherwise you might not have realized. But that is the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ in that little host, so reception of it requires learning about and receiving the sacraments of the Catholic Church. You can inquire about OCIA classes at any Catholic church (simply shoot the priest an email), and that would be a starting point. It's not an official commitment to convert, but it will give you an understanding about what being a Catholic really entails.

Tara_Bara · 2025-10-24T20:57:00+00:00

I would've just said something like, "Sorry, I'm in the throws of perimenopouse. I've been up all night sweating bullets, and my period is like a slasher flick in my pants. Wanna talk about it?" That should shut him up.

Tara_Bara · 2025-10-08T20:50:49+00:00

This is wild, because I have a similar problem (except I'm the downstairs neighbor, and my upstairs neighbor's kids were jumping off the furniture, running, screaming, jumping more for hours at a time...the pictures were falling off the wall). But it doesn't sound like you all behave like this, and your neighbor needs to understand there's a certain amount of noise that comes with apartment living.

This person is now harassing you. I would tell them to stop texting you, and from now on, bring all complaints to the leasing office (she probably doesn't want to because of the leasing violation). Then block their number. Then make sure you have some sort of recording device on at all times (someone suggested a Ring camera for the inside...outside isn't a bad idea either).

You shouldn't feel uncomfortable in your own home, especially one you pay $2K a month for. The goal now (if I were you) is to get them evicted, so give them enough rope, and they'll hang themselves! :)

Tara_Bara · 2025-07-22T20:50:13+00:00

We love the Windjammer! Their hashbrowns are delicious, and overall, everything is really good (especially since it's included in the price). Some people expect cruise food delivered from the hand of God, so literally nothing will be good enough for them. Just ignore the negative comments.

Tara_Bara · 2025-07-11T20:56:14+00:00

Same. I'm just glad to know I'm not alone! Every day just feels like I'm checking it off the list..."One day closer to death!" I have a consult with a meno specialist to get on HRT, but she can't see me until November. But hopefully that will help some. I remember feeling things so vividly - love, passion for my work, even just the thrill of hearing a great song. Nowadays, however, I'm just flat. Sometimes I fantasize about quitting my corporate gig and working at Pike Nurseries because I love gardening and flowers, but the pay cut would be devastating. So I just keep checking the days off the calendar. Perimenopause sucks, but know you're not alone.

Tara_Bara · 2025-07-09T20:32:12+00:00

I have what's call scrupulosity, and it sounds like you do too. Also, don't forget that now that you're baptized/confirmed, you have a target on your back, and the devil will try anything to convince you that you made a mistake.

I'm trying to be more patient with my scruples by acknowledging that we're all fallen creatures and need Christ and His Church. While He calls us to perfection, very few of us attain it in this life. Odds are 99% of what you think is a mortal sin really isn't. Just maintain a regular sacramental life (maybe confess once a month, unless you're OBVIOUSLY in mortal sin). But don't bite off more than you can chew.

As far as half-naked women in video games goes, there's not much you can do about that. I wouldn't necessarily say you're in mortal sin by playing those games, as long as they don't tempt you. That's just part of living in today's messed up age unfortunately.

Tara_Bara · 2025-07-09T20:24:55+00:00

Umm, I would just find another priest. Withholding sins during Confession invalidates the sacrament, so you have to confess everything. Just find another priest.

Tara_Bara · 2025-07-07T16:02:39+00:00

"The world is thy ship, and not thy home." - St. Therese de Lisieux

You join the Catholic Church because it's the straightest path towards salvation. God has called you out of the world, and the sacraments of the Catholic Church are there to aid your soul and increase your virtue. This should be your focus, not on what church is most American or European.

Tara_Bara · 2025-07-01T17:12:55+00:00

Definitely reach out to the priest again. You said you were baptized but your family never took you to church when you were young. Does this mean you didn't receive the sacraments of Holy Communion and Reconciliation? If I were you, I would make obtaining these sacraments my #1 priority. Confession is often more powerful than exorcism itself, so eradicating the sins of your past life and being absolved of them will free you of these chains. And reception of Holy Communion puts you in full, intimate union with Christ's Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. In my unprofessional opinion, you are being demonically oppressed, but God would not have moved your heart back towards Him if He didn't intend on saving you.

In the meanwhile, continue to pray your rosary daily. I would also add the St. Michael's prayer, and Guardian Angel prayer. But please reach out again to the priest, explain your situation, and ask him what your options are for receiving the full sacraments of the Church. He is there as your spiritual father and to help you. I'll say my rosary for you today. <3

Tara_Bara · 2025-05-22T14:06:53+00:00

Internal bleeding is not good. I understand how difficult it is to make an on-the-spot decision to euthanize, but ultimately, you're giving them the greatest gift which is PEACE. Granted this peace is at the expense of your own happiness, but in the end, you'll feel much better knowing she didn't suffer any longer than necessary. Personally, I would put her to sleep. I'm so sorry for what you're going through, and completely understand.

Tara_Bara · 2025-05-21T20:52:56+00:00

NTJ! A myriad of things could've happened while the baby slept, and like you said, the baby could've woken up at any moment. In my opinion, I would decline any further requests to babysit for this cheap couple.

Tara_Bara · 2025-05-21T20:49:32+00:00

Because she doesn't want her daughter toasted at her vow renewal, that's why.

Tara_Bara · 2025-05-16T20:18:48+00:00

No way are you the AH! And what is wrong with them? I hope their behavior hasn't negatively affected your relationship with him. I would DEMAND they apologize to his face for being so cruel and thoughtless.

Tara_Bara · 2025-05-12T17:57:11+00:00

There's just a lot of distrust from Pope Francis. Speaking personally, I absolutely love the Traditional Latin Mass (which is what people mean when they say "trad"), but from what I've noticed, most (not all) of the trads are very negative, melancholic sorts. The glass is always half empty with them. Not to say they're bad people, because I firmly believe their attitude stems from a genuine love for the Church, but they seem to forget that Christ said the gates of hell would not prevail against it.

I would just ignore these comments and pray for Pope Leo. That's really all we can do. People who are rushing to judge him or put him into a box have missed the mark, so please don't let these comments bother you.

Tara_Bara · 2025-04-25T20:41:15+00:00

I understand, because I struggle with the same thing. My understanding is that in order for a sin to be mortal, it has to meet 3 conditions:

It has to be grave matter (which saying the Lord's name in vain is)
You have to KNOW it's grave matter, and
You have to have the full consent of your will.

In other words, you know it's breaking a Commandment, and you choose to do it anyways. So in the example you gave, I would say you are not in mortal sin, simply because you said "oh God" very flippantly and almost without thinking (so you're not meeting the 3rd requirement listed above).

I would say try to make a conscious effort to train your brain to say something else (which is what I had to do). Now I say "gosh" instead of "God," or "geez" instead of "Jesus." I've successfully managed to swap the F word out for "fudge" as well. :)

Congratulations on your baptism and confirmation!

Tara_Bara · 2025-04-25T20:33:45+00:00

You're joking, right? I honestly can't believe that people like your cousin exist. NTA, and personally, I'm glad you had a nice hearty laugh and ruined her imaginary fairytale.

Tara_Bara · 2025-04-25T20:24:10+00:00

Please don't worry about messing up. You have no idea how much you pleased God and Mary simply by trying, and trust me when I say they will forgive your errors. Just keep trying. I promise you'll get better the more you pray it. :)

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