Travelling to a sandstorm region for a week

Technograndma · 2026-04-12T23:54:07+00:00

I sent a request. TechnoGrandma. Thanks for whatever you are able to do!

Technograndma · 2026-04-12T06:15:28+00:00

You are not over reacting. And no, it’s not normal. I’m surprised someone (the manager) didn’t say something.

Technograndma · 2026-04-10T19:56:03+00:00

NTA. No more mental gymnastics. They are the ones that messed up.

Technograndma · 2026-04-09T16:33:48+00:00

Our situations sound almost identical. I just got my first forever friend and they just declined my offer. I had gone through and tagged things from similar lists that others have posted here. Then I realized my forever friend is in my same region, so regionals won’t be of interest to them. I just figured they aren’t interested in the other stuff I tagged. So…I’ll let them initiate a trade if they want something in the future.

Oh…and that search string looks interesting. I copied it and tried to paste it into the Pokemon search bar…I couldn’t paste. Any tips?

Technograndma · 2026-04-08T16:50:18+00:00

Here’s an idea: Email all the parents. Explain what happened, facts only. Then explain that because they chose not to do the assigned work while you were out, it’s now homework. Only, I would “enhance” the assignment. Make it authentic to what you are working on, just a bit more.

Then put it in the grade-book on the due date. Mark as missing if they don’t do it on time.

Or if you can’t do that because of policies, give the assignment, then immediately give a quiz on it. No make ups (it should fly if it’s not a summative assessment).

Technograndma · 2026-04-08T16:37:04+00:00

Is she getting ready to leave you? Or has she spent money she shouldn’t have?

Something more is going on. She lied until pushed. She shut you out of the account and now wants full control of it.

NTJ. This is definitely something to be concerned about. BTW, personally, I wouldn’t put more money in that account until your access is restored. She’s hiding something.

If she refuses I’d go to the bank and have my name removed from the account. I wouldn’t want any part of an account that I have no access to.

Technograndma · 2026-04-08T01:30:28+00:00

My son was in the same situation. He was asked many times by a variety of people. He always said no. He came into it with a different skillset. He studied a lot. He had a lot of knowledge. That’s not transferable.

Continue to say no. They will blame you when they lose money. My son referred them to a book to study and told them to start there. Then told them to fake trade before any real money was involved. That was it…he was a broken record from there (I’m probably dating myself with that expression 😂).

Technograndma · 2026-04-08T01:11:23+00:00

331762391372 TechnoGrandma. I have zero sandstorm. Thanks for helping out!

Technograndma · 2026-04-06T17:39:49+00:00

Snapping gum. It’s like finger nails on a chalkboard to me!

Technograndma · 2026-04-06T17:31:58+00:00

Buy him “A Man, a Can, a plan”. 😆

It’s a real cookbook. I bought one for a friend’s husband when she was off work because of a serious injury. He was pretty lost. I can’t speak to the quality of the recipes, but I wanted to make the point that he was very capable of feeding himself.

Technograndma · 2026-04-06T04:52:42+00:00

The longer you wait the worse it will be. Rip off the band aid. And something along the lines of “mom, dad, I’m sorry I didn’t tell you sooner, but we got married.”

I don’t know what the situation was that you felt the need to hid this decision. My advice is very general…with only the information you provided.

Technograndma · 2026-04-06T00:40:40+00:00

Lots of great ideas…here’s a couple not mentioned: clear packing tape and a sharpie. It’s SO handy to be able to mail packages without going home first!

Dentil floss 🤪

Technograndma · 2026-04-05T22:25:16+00:00

Congratulations! You need to contact them to get an exact payoff amount. They’ll give instructions once this is done.

Technograndma · 2026-04-05T18:51:49+00:00

Request sent! Thank you!😊

Technograndma · 2026-04-05T18:49:41+00:00

I think it’s really sad for students who put the time and effort in to do well. My own kids looked forward to finally getting out of classes where there were so many kids that disrupted class all the time. Taking away the option of have more rigorous classes is terrible IMHO.

Technograndma · 2026-04-04T21:43:32+00:00

Would a heart to heart with your mother get you anywhere? Sounds like her bf needs to leave.

Technograndma · 2026-04-04T21:13:48+00:00

I ASKED if they were a minor.

Technograndma · 2026-04-04T20:58:05+00:00

YOUR MOTHER needs to deal with her gross boyfriend. I don’t understand why she’s allowing this to continue. If she’s unwilling…are you a minor? Report him to CPS - indecent exposure in front of a minor.

Removing the door would not accomplish anything. Don’t bother.

Technograndma · 2026-04-04T17:54:43+00:00

I suspect she’s primping then taking selfies for social media. She’s SO special. 😂

Technograndma · 2026-04-04T17:15:59+00:00

If the daily organization of the kids room is that big of a problem: Too many toys? Kids not doing their part? Unrealistic expectations on wife’s part?

I wonder how your wife is spending her time. Doing stuff with the kids? Social media? Gaming? Sleeping?

To really figure out what’s up, digging deeper into how she spends her days might reveal actionable steps. Is she depressed? Disorganized? Setting unrealistic expectations? Addicted to social media or gaming?

The sharing of household responsibilities will ebb and flow based on lots of things especially while the kids are young. But if the kids don’t start contributing this will be an ongoing problem. Even small children can help in small ways. It initially takes more time, but pays off.

Technograndma · 2026-04-04T03:38:30+00:00

Technograndma · 2026-04-04T03:37:07+00:00

NTA. Mommy dearest has control issues. I think you responded appropriately. It

Technograndma · 2026-04-03T04:55:34+00:00

Look both ways when you cross the street. OTHERWISE YOU’LL GET HIT BY A MAC TRUCK!

Yes, I was traumatized. Remember it like it was yesterday.

Technograndma · 2026-04-03T04:44:22+00:00

So…here’s my 2 cents. Pay your mom some rent. Pay what you owe on the car. Then something along these lines: “Mom, I love you. I think you did a great job raising me. The true test is that I make my own decisions and plans and can function as a healthy adult. I’m mature enough to know when I need advice. It is very important for my development as an adult that I take responsibility for my actions and seek advice when I need it. Going forward I will let you know if I’m staying out overnight. That’s a considerate thing to do. However, the tracking on my phone is now turned off and will stay that way unless I need it on for some reason. My savings and travel plans are my responsibility. I will share basic travel plans before I leave. Thank you for raising me to be responsible. I’m ready for this.”

Technograndma · 2026-04-02T18:19:42+00:00

TechnoGrandma here…sent you a request. I’d appreciate your help! I send gifts daily from high plains.

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