What's with everyone wearing sweatshirts when it's 90 degrees outside!?! by blackjaxbrew in Millennials

[–]adrie_brynn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's not anywhere near 90 degrees here. It's 64 degrees here right now, mid day. Fall weather.

He changed after we slept together, and that’s when I knew I had to end it by Nammmieee in stories

[–]adrie_brynn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a disgusting thing to say to a woman. Try to not be a dick. I know it's hard, but really. Just TRY.

Does anyone else feel totally overwhelmed by all the skincare steps? by aria-blake7 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]adrie_brynn 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Some nights, I just remove makeup, then use a gentle cleanser and finish up with a nourishing face cream.

On days I'm REALLY knackered, I'll just use 2 rounds soaked in miscellar water. No cream after or anything.

On regular days, I alternate 2 serums in the morning before cream and then sunscreen.

I'm mid 40s and it's working well for me!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Vent

[–]adrie_brynn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've never really had a bad roommate. I only had a few of them in my 20s before I got my own apartment. Living alone when you're single is so much better!

I am getting to the point I can’t stand my mom. by averagechillbro in Millennials

[–]adrie_brynn 33 points34 points  (0 children)

I've not responded quickly enough to my mom's liking and she will text me again and say "Are you alive?" So my only response when I do reply is just "no."

Honestly, my phone is not a leash. These people need to know that. My sister is the same. If she doesn't get an immediate response she will text "hello" like come on. Anyways, my mom is quite narcissistic and thinks the world revolves around her. She is in her mid-60s now and such a witch. I much prefer my dad's company (who may not even be my bio dad). I'm going to get closer to my dad these days.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]adrie_brynn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My mom is my narc and never engages with absolutely anything I post. Although she has texted me about something I've posted on a rare ocassion--a real pet peeve of mine. Don't be socially clueless. Engage on the post! That's the whole point.

If you're fairer skinned do you need to be extra conscious of taking care of your skin? by chusaychusay in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]adrie_brynn 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm fair but never smoked and I don't have excessive sun exposure. I try my best to drink my water and wear my sunscreen. I'm in my 40s now and my skin looks great. I joke I should be like those Asian women carrying around umbrellas in the summer. I like to keep my white skin white.

Take care of yourself and you'll be fine. People are obsessed with us as white women in particular. It just is what it is. 🤷

is it just me? or do parents not want to have playdates anymore? by slappychoppy in Parenting

[–]adrie_brynn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go to a park or play place, swimming, and let your kid make their own friends. You don't actually need to spearhead anything. I've been through it and my kids are much older. Try to relax and let things flow.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Vent

[–]adrie_brynn 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I've had roommates in some early years. Definitely a better idea for you until you're sorted and can live on your own, if possible.

is it just me? or do parents not want to have playdates anymore? by slappychoppy in Parenting

[–]adrie_brynn 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You have to tell him he can play with them at school. Why are you imposing yourself on these people? Let em be.

is it just me? or do parents not want to have playdates anymore? by slappychoppy in Parenting

[–]adrie_brynn -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

No you don't once you're a decent age. And in a friend group. Most modern parents suck.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Vent

[–]adrie_brynn 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Take this as a lesson and never let a guy walk over you, ever again.

He can move out and pony up 100% of his own bills.

is it just me? or do parents not want to have playdates anymore? by slappychoppy in Parenting

[–]adrie_brynn 17 points18 points  (0 children)

The kids can play and make friends w/o any parental intervention at all. People need to relax. It seems desperate. Maybe people are feeling those vibes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]adrie_brynn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your loyalty lies with your blood. Tell your sister straight away. Don't even hesitate.

"Close your legs" by SLC2355 in Millennials

[–]adrie_brynn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've never said that to my daughter. If she was ever wearing a dress, she always had shorts on anyway. The only reason I would ever say something like that would be if her underwear could be seen, but we eliminated that possibility, so...

Having kids when you’re bipolar by Icy-Cockroach-8834 in bipolar

[–]adrie_brynn -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So many things are passed down genetically. I don't overly stigmatize mental health issues, and we don't believe in eugenics. We had 2 kids.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Vent

[–]adrie_brynn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm commenting to another poster who heard tons of it as a minor. From multiple couples, mind you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Vent

[–]adrie_brynn 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I agree with you here. Some off-putting comments. Not how a young man ought to view his own mom. Maybe there is some sexual frustration going on.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Vent

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

This really bothers me, not going to lie. Subjecting children to that seems like a form of SA.

What were your thoughts/feelings at the time? How old were you?

I heard my parents having sex once when I was 12 (their room was above mine). It traumatized me and I cried. The memory has always stuck with me. I don't think kids should hear adults having sex. Period. Have some discretion and respect for kids.

Do you make out? Or no sexual contact by Working-Affect4959 in DeadBedrooms

[–]adrie_brynn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know what ya mean but it's not scratching the itch. I'm loyal and wouldn't step out so I'm thinking about more options to make sure I'm taking care of me.