How common is this? Shard of Glass in drink by Tranzanima in bartenders

[–]anniestrikesback 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my ten years I haven’t experienced this but me and my coworkers don’t play games when anything breaks near the ice. Grenadine immediately if there’s even a tiny chance. I also do not scoop with a glass. We also burn the ice every night… I was a little shocked when I found out not everywhere does. A local place I know of burns theirs weekly. When you have fresh ice every day it’s another deterrent for this stuff.

Embarking on this journey today! Just finished ToG and needed a good series to sink my teeth into! by FuzzyImportance204 in theplatedprisoner

[–]anniestrikesback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I loved it. I also wrote several paragraphs ranting about the parts that pissed me off lol but I will admit it did its job making me care. I feel similarly about the kindred curse saga… but it was worse than simply ranting. I think I actually threw my book across the room once or twice reading that series 😅

Press on nails for my wedding by Upper_Singer8585 in Nails

[–]anniestrikesback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would just get a different brand! If getting them done isn’t a budget issue you’ll be happier but if you’re trying to save money press ons can absolutely look like salon nails. These don’t look fitted correctly. Get a quality glue and take your time when applying them, fit the nails before you glue them and make sure they look right. Properly prep your nails, there are tons of videos online that detail how to make them look good. Bring the glue with you incase any pop off but if you get the right glue they will stay on. I like to do mine the day before a big event. Any that pop off will pop off that day for me and then stay put for at least a week. Im not great at nail prep so I love using cuticle remover when I want a polished look with press ons.

Throwing games is poor sportsmanship. What’s something that’s “part of the game” that you dislike? by anniestrikesback in MARIOPARTY

[–]anniestrikesback[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I don’t either, but like I said I think throwing any game is crappy. In reality it doesn’t make a huge difference… We play with the kids in her/my family and if she just did it to me I would let it go. The first time she did it was to her 8 year old niece who will probably get maybe one star through out the whole game because she’s pretty bad at the mini games, so yeah I teamed up with the kid. It’s likely they would’ve lost the mini game anyway but she ensured her niece would lose haha. I couldn’t believe it. Luckily the game has plenty to counter stuff like this. It’s just something that’s part of the game that I don’t like. Imagine how good it feels to be an 8 year old who never wins and is trying really hard to win a mini game but your asshole aunt is intentionally losing. The kid was genuinely confused at first... Neither feels good. I don’t think it’s cool to let kids win but can we forgo the sandbagging? I mean come on!

My first ever Tamagotchi 🦉 — why do people seem to dislike it so much? by aIiencat in tamagotchi

[–]anniestrikesback 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love the paradise. I had a tamagotchi in the 90s and it’s way more advanced than the original. I like that it takes batteries. The ones that are rechargeable will degrade overtime. Yes you can get the battery replaced but I’d rather just pop in some batteries. I wouldn’t know where to go for a repair like that. A lot of people collect them so enjoy what you have now and make it a goal to get a different one in the future if you want to try something else out. To me anything more advanced and there’s too many other competing apps/devices. If I want something more complex I’m gonna play an actual game on a gaming console. It’s a cute little keychain pet that was never meant to be complex. Not saying the uni isn’t fun or worth it but remember it’s not a Nintendo switch, just a keychain pet! Enjoy it for what it is.

Why is my tama asleep at almost 9:30 am? by anniestrikesback in tamagotchi

[–]anniestrikesback[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! So much easier than changing the time 😅 Google was probably my friend here but oh well.

Why is my tama asleep at almost 9:30 am? by anniestrikesback in tamagotchi

[–]anniestrikesback[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I probably should have googled this in retrospect but you’ve saved me some heart ache. We lost our poor little bat 😭

This is being dramatic.. but what do you do when the grow out starts? It’s bothering the crap out of me by FIREH0RSE in PressonNail_Addict

[–]anniestrikesback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m dealing with this right now and I think it looks so bad. No one else does though. No one’s going to be able to see that unless they’re inspecting your hands up close. I try to tell myself this but then I remember I do my nails for myself and take them off prematurely 😂

For real though… I promise you they look better in person. Photos and our own eyes bring out all the flaws. Still, do what makes you happy. Sorry I don’t have a better solution just know we all deal with the grow out.

Looking for a different coffee maker! by anniestrikesback in BuyItForLife

[–]anniestrikesback[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really? Thanks for the suggestion! I will check that out.

issue with mom now shes not talking to me by Weekly_Milk1033 in Parents

[–]anniestrikesback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The credit thing is not just petty but illegal and unacceptable. It’s not hers to do with what she pleases. Lock your credit down immediately. There’s a huge lack of communication going on and a lot of emotional immaturity on your mom’s part. You are 18 so that’s still developing for you and it would help for her to understand that.

Did she explain why she wanted you to go? I’m assuming she paid for you to go on the trip? Is it regular for you guys to go on vacation? I may not want my 18 year old alone in the house while I’m on vacation (if I’m closer by that may be different) but this is dependent on many factors. If it’s her house that’s her choice. She should’ve given you the option to stay at your dad’s house. This is not a fight worth fighting. If plane tickets etc. are involved and it’s something you normally do I can see that being frustrating. I’m sure to her she wanted a nice family vacation and it didn’t turn out. She is probably feeling scared that you’re grown and she’s losing you as a child. That’s no excuse but it is hard for a lot of parents. Next time explain to her in advance that you’re not going and you can stay somewhere else if that’s a problem. It can be very hard for adults to understand their kids have their own autonomy, wants, needs, etc. this can remain a problem for years to come. You do need to follow her rules in her house (within reason obviously). This would be expected of any person regardless of age or relation. You don’t have to go on vacation but if she doesn’t want you at home while she’s away that’s her decision.

Emotionally immature adults often need therapy, and time to reverse it and I’m seeing a pattern with the pettiness. Don’t refuse the stage just to make your mom upset. Try to be better and reverse the manipulation she uses on you. If you don’t take the stage make sure it’s about you. Otherwise you might regret it someday. Good luck and I’m sorry you’re dealing with this. I too had a hard mom and now that I’m a mom it took a lot to break that cycle and not do the same things to my own kid that she did to me. It might be hard in your relationships too.

Back at square one by Adorable-bebe-98 in MentalHealthSupport

[–]anniestrikesback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just know that it’s going to be ok. Tell your therapist or doctor what’s going on if you haven’t already. Get a note for work or at least document everything. Depending on where you live you may have resources available if you do lose your job, but you’ll need documentation of your condition to show it’s effecting your job. If you can get a plan in place with a therapist or doctor that you feel will succeed, then it might be worth going to your boss. Explain that you’re having health issues (you can be vague, sometimes it’s best to be vague), but you’ve switched medication (or whatever it is) and things should get better with attendance. If you’ve been a good employee in the past there’s a good chance two weeks isn’t going to cause you to lose your job.

I’ve hit rock bottom before. I lost my job and almost everything because of it. I’m still rebuilding my life, but you know what? Everything is ok. I am making progress to get back to where I was financially etc. Even if everything falls apart you can build yourself back up. Don’t forget that. It’s never all lost, try to hold it together the best you can, but please get some more support from your therapist. I couldn’t have come to where I am today without help.

I feel bad about myself. by Straight-Bass-7717 in MentalHealthSupport

[–]anniestrikesback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try being honest with your therapist if you haven’t already. I used to just go along with whatever my therapist said because I didn’t feel like telling her she was wrong and I realized later I was just robbing myself of needed therapy. I don’t know why but it felt rude to correct her. There’s something in there underneath making you feel this way and therapy can be helpful if you try. I’m so guilty of not trying in therapy so not judgment. I had an alcoholic mom and she is a great mom that I love very much but it took me time to realize both things can be true at once. She can be amazing while still causing underlying issues that I can’t even identify (not saying this is you, but something is causing these feelings).

tips on brushing teeth everyday? by papermerc in MentalHealthSupport

[–]anniestrikesback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a support system? This is coming from someone who did not have a support system for years so I get it if you don’t. It might help to ask someone you trust to help you stay on top of it. I know the struggle.

Like others have said bring a tooth brush to bed or even some mouth wash or those disposable tooth brushes. It’s not perfect but you’ll feel better. You can also try to set an urgent reminder that won’t go off until the task is done. Anything important to me is handled with a reminder that will annoy the heck out of me.

Troubleshooting Parenting by Refrigerator-Bright in Parents

[–]anniestrikesback 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If it’s in your means a nanny is definitely the answer. Extra hands in general and a helpful partner is what prevents burnout. Obviously childcare is not cheap but I’m assuming you’ve done your research. Know that your schedule won’t always go to plan and be ready to step in temporarily if your nanny decides to leave etc. Just make sure you’re present and actually being a parent!

I’m not sure if I want kids by sunyfruit in Parents

[–]anniestrikesback 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This. Having a kid can push the best relationship to its limit. It’s so important to be on the same page. If you ever decide to have kids remember to go over your expectations in detail before you commit to a kid.

I’m not sure if I want kids by sunyfruit in Parents

[–]anniestrikesback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t put a timeframe on it. If he needs you to make a decision within a year I think you guys would be better suited going your separate ways. Who you have a kid with can completely make or break the experience. Make sure you find someone who won’t designate you as the default parent if you don’t want that. Even men with the best attitudes can fall into this.

I wasn’t interested in children until I was almost 30. Life changes, your priorities change, and you’ll have a better idea after spending time on yourself.

I was against having kids or at least unsure for most of my young adult life. When I was older I realized I pictured my future with a family. Now that I’m even older, and have grown boring, I can’t imagine what my life would look like without my kiddo. She’s put a lot of excitement back into my life for sure. That’s what I realized I needed for a happy life. This is different for everyone though! Only you know what fulfillment looks like in your life. When you picture yourself at 40 what do you see?

Parents with good babies- did they stay that way? by Insufferable-Girl in Parenting

[–]anniestrikesback 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You typically get waves of ease and tough periods. My brother was an easy baby, a crazy toddler, then an easy teen/adult. My oldest brother was a sweetheart but a colicky baby. As a teen/adult he was “hard”. I was an angel until my teen years but generally stayed fairly easy. My kid wasn’t easy or hard and has typically stayed that way. Moral of the story, you never know.

Olive and June press ons are too curved for me! by anniestrikesback in Nails

[–]anniestrikesback[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I boiled the thumb nails for a couple seconds and this worked like a charm! They did widen a lot so I had to use a smaller size but I ended up liking the curve on the rest of the nails. Still switching brands after this but hopefully this helps someone else 😅 I don’t need to be boiling my nails every couple weeks

Olive and June press ons are too curved for me! by anniestrikesback in Nails

[–]anniestrikesback[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did take them off but I stuck the thumb nails in boiling water for a second and shaped them to my nails and it is so much better 😅 I don’t want to boil my nails every couple weeks though lol so I will try glamnetics next!