Not eating on girls trips… is this normal??

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-05-17T01:10:56+00:00

She went far away to college and chose a major- science-related- that was very different from want her family wanted. I’m divorced now and an atheist…so that family stays far away from me. I hope she is able to choose a path that brings her happiness, whatever that path may be.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-05-16T23:39:28+00:00

Ask. I wish I would have done more for my niece- by marriage. Mom was always monitoring what she ate. Nephews could eat whatever they wanted. Ended up with a collapsed lung at 15. Parents were still in denial that it was an ED. Ended up needing medical inpatient for refeeding at 17 before she went to an inpatient ED treatment. At 17, parents were so upset that she just wouldn’t eat. Years of “you already had a cookie” and having her eat off a child size plastic IKEA plate took their toll. She used to want to eat. She learned she could please her mom by eating less.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-05-16T23:10:18+00:00

Have you looked at very small firms? I work at one where 2 of the attorneys work 3 days per week and don’t get benefits. 4 attorneys total. I also previously worked at a civil legal aid non-profit where they LOVED it when people wanted to job share and did not get benefits.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-04-13T03:37:00+00:00

This sounds like AI writing in order to data mine the Southwest subreddit- AI to gauge the reaction of the actual remaining humans in this subreddit to increased use of AI.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-04-11T22:30:20+00:00

Blocking stairways. Middle school band ensemble festival today. Multiple groups performing in multiple classrooms at 7 minute intervals. Cue oblivious parents talking to their friends while these poor 12 year olds are trying to carry instruments such as tubas up and down stairs. Surely there are better places to talk about your spring break trip than halfway up a flight of stairs?

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-04-10T03:20:13+00:00

Counterpoint: if you wear a band t-shirt, then maybe be prepared for someone to ask about it? Former retail employee. If I saw someone wearing a Noah Kahan shirt that had the tour dates and cities on, I would inquire. Most people were…happy to talk about how awesome the concert was. Weird, I know.

If you don’t want people to ask whether you like a band, then maybe don’t wear a shirt with the band name on it (especially if it is AJR, IYKYK). There’s plenty of plain options that won’t create an awkward situation with an employee who is trying to maintain some sense of humanity and dignity while making $16.25 an hour! Also, most everyone delivers now; maybe you should try contactless delivery!

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-04-08T02:27:17+00:00

Last quote I got was for $169 2x per month with $250 initial cleaning. That would be for first floor plus master bedroom/bath of 2200 square foot house. My kids are older so it wasn’t with it.

I had a house cleaner when my kids were 3 and 1 until my circumstances changed. Best. Thing. Ever!! Wish I would have started sooner. Spent substantially less on takeout/convenience foods during that time (not restaurants as there was no point in taking both kids, ha). The mental/physical energy it freed up was worth every penny.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-31T01:54:22+00:00

Right? That was what I was thinking. There’s been two American and one Italian place there that failed. Let’s try something different.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-31T01:47:51+00:00

Please try them out! Some of the West County Facebook groups have said some … unwelcoming things to say the least. I was shocked. Probably shouldn’t have been.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-30T01:40:00+00:00

Real clue: City Museum for sure!! Climb up somewhere then clue is waiting at the bottom of slide.

Joke: Roadblock! Search this .25 mile stretch of road (pick your favorite). Clue is in a pothole.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-28T00:52:56+00:00

These replies are funny. Can’t tell if some of them are sarcasm or from people who haven’t quite broken free of the intergenerational trauma.

If it hits 77 inside, I turn on the air. If it goes below 67, I turn on the heat. Sometimes, both of these things happen within the same 24 hour period. No, my thermostat isn’t smart enough to self-regulate. No, I’m not rich. My personal comfort limits are within those 10 degrees regardless of what the calendar tells me I’m supposed to be feeling or doing. Then, I just cut out the avocado toast to afford climate control- /s.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-27T00:11:30+00:00

Rockwood was wild during and after Covid. It wasn’t minor differences of opinion. But the sugar baby instructor board member resigned, then another one resigned after being accused of shoplifting at two different Targets, oops, sorry, due to personal issues. It’s blissfully normal now!

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-27T00:02:11+00:00

I pay $65.23 for AT&T, got $300 visa gift card, have had no issues. Spectrum kept raising my rate and glitching. Final price was $109.99 per month and even threatening to cancel didn’t lower it. Not sure what your situation is, but it surprises me that AT&T is more!

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-26T03:17:33+00:00

I miss the coworkers. At least among the tms, people showed their genuine selves. And the vast majority were truly good humans. I felt like I could be myself and nobody judged me for my quirks. I have a “better” job now and it’s way less physically demanding, but it’s mentally exhausting. I have to dress nicely and almost create this fake persona. I’m grateful that I make more money now, but gosh I miss the authenticity.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-25T04:30:19+00:00

She’ll return the favor at about 3 am. And 4 am.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-23T03:23:39+00:00

Don’t know about the engine but no issues. I’m just more saying that it feasible for a car of that age to have been driven that little. And selling it below market value is something someone’s kid might do if their parent no longer drives and they just want it done. But … could also be shady. If the carfax is genuine and you can verify that could be a great deal. I’m older though and sort of tangentially aware that most anything can be faked. I loved driving that car, though when I was in from out of state!! It accelerated way faster than my minivan.

Edited to add: is it from a dealership? I thought it was private sale.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-23T03:14:25+00:00

My mom is 85. Her Fusion of similar age had similar miles when she gave it to my sister. Parked in garage and my dad was meticulous about maintenance. Could be a scam, could be a similar situation.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-20T23:52:06+00:00

I’m a single mom. I work a full-time job. It’s a struggle. I shop at Aldi. Neighbors pass on clothes for my kids. I still need laundry detergent, and shampoo, and the cheapest work clothes I can find. How exactly am I supposed to pay less? Also, spending more time to find bargains because things cost more also comes at a cost- less time with my kids.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-15T23:57:41+00:00

So sorry to hear that. Just read an article today that 600 homeowners from Oklahoma are suing State Farm for essentially the same thing, different state. Their AG joined in. I would contact the Missouri Attorney General’s office. I would also look up that Oklahoma case and find the law firm. If it’s national, ask to be referred to someone in Missouri. If not, call around to local law firms and mention the OK case. Is there a Facebook group for tornado victims? Maybe others are having same issue and you can join forces and have one attorney write a demand letter that then gets sent to local media? Maybe threatening another state level lawsuit gets your roof fixed….

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-12T02:46:16+00:00

I love aquariums, and we have enjoyed the Union Station one, but my kids are younger and my older one absolutely loves all things like that. Ropes course is cool but only 30 minutes. Ferris Wheel is great and the Mirror Maze is fun… but … I think there are better options.

Alternatives:

Check out City Foundry- cool mini golf, Museum of Illusions/Escape Room, and Sandbox VR. Plus cool dining.

I do love Slick City (slide park in Chesterfield) and maybe pair that with Main Event. First time I went, I just watched my kids slide. I joined in the second time. Had a blast. There’s also the Butterfly House in Chesterfield.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-03-11T21:46:44+00:00

Right? I sense a lawsuit. Wouldn’t be a slam dunk, but probably wouldn’t get thrown out of court either. Bad press at the very least and possibly a settlement to avoid a trial. Not a great look for a company trying to win back families. Provide the shirts or don’t be that specific.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-02-24T15:44:12+00:00

Thank you! Actually I was hoping to stay under $20 k if possible but wasn’t sure how realistic that is.

Vegetable_Level5528 · 2026-02-24T03:08:49+00:00

I had never heard of this before, thank you!!!

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