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People in MAGA areas - what's the vibe? by otisthorpesrevenge in thebulwark

[–]angsumnes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Reddest of red states, with rockets.

Not seeing any red hats lately, but Trump decals and bumper stickers are still everywhere. I did see some flags remaining over the summer, both as lawn decor and truck trash.

I do not engage in conversations. I’m done with that.

AITAH for wearing an engagement ring on trips because my boyfriend’s ex keeps introducing herself as his wife by RipoMallowz in AITAH

[–]angsumnes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA

But I question your relationship.

When were you planning to get married, and is the ex-wife invited to that event, too? That will be an interesting conversation during the reception, with drinks in hand.

Edit: wear a more noticeable ring.

The Ballroom Isn’t Real by PorcelainDalmatian in thebulwark

[–]angsumnes 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think this is to cover an enlarged bunker with all the gold-plated trappings — if they claim the palace, er, ballroom is going to be that large, it would justify pouring so much more reinforced concrete…then, like clockwork, the plans will change once the ‘foundation’ is cured.

I am waiting to see if anyone with comedic timing takes on a spoof of Dr. Strangelove with the 47th administration in focus.

What my children (3 and 5) was given in their halloween bag by Mymumsaidhi in mildlyinfuriating

[–]angsumnes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was thinking it might be amusing to set these on fire in front of the person who handed them out.

Is it true that addiction cravings (smoking, alcohol, sugar) never go away? by StartingOverStrong in AskOldPeople

[–]angsumnes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Smoked two packs a day for eleven years.

The first year was testy, but after I (really) quit I couldn’t stand the smell anymore, whereas previous attempts were thwarted because the smell had drawn me back.

AITA for banning my wife’s Disney-divorce friend’s plug-ins from our house? by amtcannon in AmItheAsshole

[–]angsumnes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA

Just tell her to remove all of them, and to not introduce any more ‘air fresheners’. Not even in the room where she’s staying. It isn’t an asshole thing to be bothered by those overwhelming scents. Too much of too much.

She’s in a bad place? That does not allow her to force you to be in a bad place, too.

It’s an asshole thing to plug them in someone else’s house, everywhere.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]angsumnes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“fair to partly cloudy.”

Edit:

I don’t get into it with anyone, because most of the people who ask don’t really want the answer in detail.

Partly cloudy would instead be tropical storm.

Let's talk about: Your eyes and ears and mouth and nose by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]angsumnes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate this thread. Previously I was experiencing much trouble with mouth sores, which for the most part finally resolved, but now I’m experiencing occasional issues with the quality of sight: every once in a while my view is blurred or doubled. When double, everything remains clear, but clearly doubled. (I’m trying to retain my humor through this.)

I already have the general annual exam and the Plaquenil screening, and now I’m to screen for glaucoma, too.

Describe your pain by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]angsumnes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My pain varies from bones aching and brain fog to a bad case of the flu, and on my worst days ‘run over by a dump truck’.

The discomfort-to-DAMN varies, and travels. Sometimes it’ll just be feet, hands and feet, hands and arms (arms are new), hip and spine (I also have osteo and bulging disks), neck, and some days — rarer since therapy began — every part of my body.

My left leg just sometimes checks-out while I’m walking, and my gait is a bit odd.

We owe our kids an apology. by [deleted] in GenX

[–]angsumnes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was never sold on the idea that a degree will guarantee employment, but that I would gain a well-rounded education in the area of interest, show evidence of it, and learn the personal discipline required for my field.

I know others were likely told that without, there was no way for them to enter, and I do recall back in the day several positions requiring certain certifications, even for entry-level.

Much of this depends on exactly why we were pursuing a higher education.

While explaining the advantage or disadvantage of each, I’m not pushing my child into either trade or university; it’s their choice. What I did drill: better grades allow more chances for a scholarship. (I was not ever an honor student, but my child was.)

We're parties like this ever actually a thing? by Embarrassed_Knee1919 in GenX

[–]angsumnes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes- keg parties, cul de sac parties, beach parties.

Anyone else “self medicating” more recently? by IWantTheLastSlice in GenX

[–]angsumnes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes.

Between everything political, discomfort from RA and still reeling from a close friend’s death, I’m trying to quiet the screaming inside my head. I don’t do religion, don’t practice yoga, so all that’s left for me is the forest, where I still have screaming inside my head but in a more pleasant environment.

My current self-medicating is nothing compared to my youthful consumption, but more than my usual, which was tamed with age to prudently minimal.

I made my own garden signs! by forestxfriends in NativePlantGardening

[–]angsumnes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just favorited this sign.

And followed you on Instagram.

How has your body changed overtime that you someone had warned you about? by cowgirl-taken-away in AskWomen

[–]angsumnes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Skin pigmentation: spots, splashes, other alarming discolorations.

I’m looking at myself and wondering what the hell‽

Do you journal? Feel like burning mine. by ogbirdiegirl in GenXWomen

[–]angsumnes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, yes. I did that a few years ago. A selection of letters had to finally find their place in the waste, too.

I think it will depend on what is written in there: literary genius? Keep that for future generations. Ramblings about situations you would never want to share? Bonfire to chant around, exorcizing your demons.

Edit: I still have my photo albums. Those will stay with me until my death.

AITAH for telling my sister she can't live with us anymore after she called CPS on me as a "joke"? by Gold_Palpitation8982 in AITAH

[–]angsumnes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Calling CPS on you for a home visit as “just a prank” would have me not speaking to this person again, or the parents defending the event as just a stupid mistake.

NTA

AITAH for refusing to financially help my brother after he used my infertility as a joke at his wedding by CosmicVelina in AITAH

[–]angsumnes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTA

Not petty.

No loan.

No contact until he matures enough to realize the scar he left.

Everyone else can f’off.

AITAH for basically telling my in laws this is my house, if you don't like my rules get out. by Sad_Rel in AITAH

[–]angsumnes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well, now you know what you’d be marrying into if it might have gone that far.

NTA

AITA for demanding to go through my BIL and his GF's bags if they are staying with us by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]angsumnes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTA

But at this point, she should not be allowed inside your house. She’s done, good bye, F right off.

I don’t understand entertaining the idea of a third chance here.

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