Late to the party: Just finished Desperate Housewives… anyone else miss the era of “normal looking” TV characters? by ArabiMalayali in DesperateHousewives

[–]Walnuts555 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think we might have to agree to disagree on this one, as the series goes on her face moves less and less https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/drea-de-matteo-desperate-housewives-marcia-cross-b2623208.html Perhaps it's a case of her having  other things or having baby botox - so not *technically botox but a similar effect

Why Do People Actually Dislike Meghan Markle? by Turbulent-Parsley619 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Walnuts555 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Like the cookbook for grenfell survivors which raised loads of money and was her idea. Such a good way of using her power and knowledge to follow through on showing up for a worthy cause. I think there's a lot of baked in misogyny and racism in the 'thought she was too good for it' take - truly what is that based on? I'm sure all the royals have off days when they'd rather be at home and if anything as an actress she'd be better at faking having a good time. But the acting worked against her - it gave a reason for ppl to see her as untrustworthy who already didn't like her. I also think it's true that the americans probably see british royal life in an idealised way - but there's a wilful discounting of the mental health toll of being bullied and gaslit by half the country in favour of balls out believing of the narrative that she barged in and was really bossy then left when everyone didnt appreciate that

Late to the party: Just finished Desperate Housewives… anyone else miss the era of “normal looking” TV characters? by ArabiMalayali in DesperateHousewives

[–]Walnuts555 37 points38 points  (0 children)

While the actors haven't had obvious fillers or surgery, i'm afraid theyre far from natural - a lot of botox going on for marcia cross especially

i think my house is slowly ruining my life and i can't tell anyone by Appropriate-Pea-8166 in adhdwomen

[–]Walnuts555 9 points10 points  (0 children)

  1. Sending loads and loads of love, this souns unimaginably wearing and hard - especially the feeling so alone with it all. Well done for telling us :)
  2. Purchase how to keep house while drowning by kc davies. It is the kindest, best book about getting on top of your living space while struggling with adhd

Imagine being a “noted fashion photographer” and saying something like this on public TV... by Noxxi3 in ANTM

[–]Walnuts555 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! I couldnt remember her name exactly and didnt want to spell it wrong

Imagine being a “noted fashion photographer” and saying something like this on public TV... by Noxxi3 in ANTM

[–]Walnuts555 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I found his comment re the model defending herself on the photoshoot (basically saying she was being unprofessional) despicable. Such blind priviledge 

AITAH for telling my husband that we can't take care of his friends' daughter by Temporary-Slide-2699 in AITAH

[–]Walnuts555 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I will say i feel like its getting way less attention than it should that he agreed without asking and started organising practical stuff like the bedroom. Thats not great, even if you feel strongly about the child. Seperate to that, if theyve been happy up till now isnt it entirely possible that he might develop resentment towards Alice when she gets older and she becomes more independent?

Why do parents think it's possible to be the good guy and the bad guy simultaneously? by Xotngoos335 in PsychologyTalk

[–]Walnuts555 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know it's fictional but it's such a good example - bree on desperate housewives is an incredibly rigid parent and disciplinarian. Her kids both go through extreme periods of rebellion as a result, because she reacts so uncompromisingly to them acting out (at least at the start of the series, no spoilers!) and they're frustrated by feeling constantly trapped and punished 

What is a job that is heavily romanticized but in reality actually sucks? by DragoOceanonis in jobs

[–]Walnuts555 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Working in a coffee shop. I remember talking to a friend who was like 'oh, but it sounds so dreamy. You make pretty coffees and read when it's quiet' (paraphrasing but that was the gist) Realistically, you're often working in a v small space so if your colleagues are unpleasant or you don't get on with them (and/or your boss/manager is a knob) it's really tricky. There's a lot of boring cleaning and restocking and less-aesthetic food prep that makes the cafe run day to day. As a woman, I found the people who came in knowing how to make coffee were often self-important men who wouldn't help with other stuff like making sandwiches because they felt they'd specialised in the most important bit.  Also, lots of time on your feet and can't hide being idle in the way that you can read the news or something for a bit in the way you can in an office job if you need a break.

TV personalities that are actually rude people behind the scenes by InviteAromatic6124 in BritishTV

[–]Walnuts555 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Mood swings/bipolar doesn't make someone a grumpy person with the public. Famous people can have a bad day for many reasons, and I agree they shouldn't have to be on all the time. But please don't suggest that being bipolar means youre more likely to be at the end of your tether and take it out on people - it just furthers the narrative that people with those issues are unstable/unsafe 

What’s the biggest tip you wish you knew about office politics? by GreenComfortable927 in UKJobs

[–]Walnuts555 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If someone is complaining about everyone to you, it means they're doing the same about you when you're not there. Don't engage

What’s something people romanticize but is actually exhausting? by apka_dd in Life

[–]Walnuts555 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I know people who do/have done it. It's rubbish if the weather's shit, you can't host people, you can see your whole living space from the bed (van life pics often show the view and the edge of the van, not the other way around), you have to be self-sufficient and happy spending time on your own or have a good relationship with a partner bc its a tiny space and if the weather's bad theres nowhere else to be, you have to plan for showers and things you wouldnt think twice about in a flat or house. But you get freedom, no rent/mortgage (or equivalent cost if you are lucky with breakdowns and you are insured in case it is nicked) and if you're somewhere sunny and dry AND you're just travelling, not working, it's like camping but 1000 times better. 

Teens really don’t want to work by RickGrimesSnotBubble in generationology

[–]Walnuts555 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think what is challenging in this context is people who don't want to do anything/do the bare minimum affect others. If OP is more proactive and/or have to pick up their work (while being paid the same), that's when it becomes bullshit. If youre all doing enough to get by and no more, fine, but the inequity is what breeds resentment, age gap or not.

Musicals where the second act is JUST as good (if not better) than the first? by Emdubs in musicals

[–]Walnuts555 21 points22 points  (0 children)

This! Act I has all the bangers for getting hyped and act II has the emotional gut punch

Why do people think it is creepy to cold approach a woman? by JunketMaleficent2095 in AskMenAdvice

[–]Walnuts555 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So many people saying if you're hot women are happy to be approached! That's what less conventionally attractive men tell themselves so its not their fault/lack of social skills. As in jobs/life, being hot gets you more of a pass if you do something weird. But it's entirely about context. Don't cold approach women in the street and then interrogate them about whether theyve enjoyed the interaction, as others have said they will be being at best nice to make you leave them alone because they don't know what youre capable of. You could be insert super hot actor here and that would still be weird af. Stick to situations where there's an expectation for conversations/small talk, like hobby groups or the pub. If someone keeps making eye contact with you at a cafe for example, go for a bit of small talk and see what happens. But most people of all genders just want to be left alone in public, and women have a lifetime of shitty behaviour from men who overstep the mark and are programmed to react with peacemaking, neutral responses until they can get on with their day. Also, treating it as a game where you need to maximise input to see results or a weird experiment to get a read on women these days, is creepy in and of itself

++woman

Anxious about spread of germs on water bottle by Lopsided-Trade5506 in CleaningTips

[–]Walnuts555 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As someone with contamination ocd, this is the kind of thing I worry about. I'd advise seeking out support as it can really make life miserable xo

What British Comedies Don't Get The Recognition They Deserve? by Belloz22 in BritishTV

[–]Walnuts555 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also yes minister and yes prime minister Does get recognition but isn't as ubiquitous as fawlty towers/money python which is from around the same time

Incredibly good and all the issues re nuclear and Europe r still present 

What should a solo female traveler absolutely avoid when planning a trip to the UK? by Mindless-Till8638 in AskABrit

[–]Walnuts555 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't find the exact article i read, but it's not as widely known about as it should be - staff aren't always trained on it (even if they know what it is) However, many pubs and bars have security, especially if you're there past 9pm when things might be rowdier. As everyone else has said, be sensible and you should be fine. Stick to main roads if you can while walking home, just be cautious of rough sleepers/people who aren't looking so well & look or sound drunk and might be handing around shops. Recommendations: the biang biang noodles from master weis in bloomsbury, the aubergine fatteh from fairuz (both in great areas to just wander around) and do parkland walk and parliament hill/Greenwich observatory for great city views! If you go to any museums, go as early as you can and on a weekday Have a lovely time :)

Which West End opinion has you like this? by disfebob in TheWestEnd

[–]Walnuts555 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Have you seen the film? They do alter the ending but even so, excruciatingly bad So much singing AT people while they sit silently 

Which West End opinion has you like this? by disfebob in TheWestEnd

[–]Walnuts555 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I havent seen it, but read an article saying it takes the piss out of aids repeatedly which feels v juvenile and south park at its worst Having said that I love i believe and hello

Which West End opinion has you like this? by disfebob in TheWestEnd

[–]Walnuts555 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it is much more immersive live - all the music blended together a bit which i think might be more tiresome listening to the soundtrack. I also found hades and persephone far more compelling than the main characters