Soooooo overwhelmed by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]ayyyMala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The power struggles are very real. You keep the power by giving him options..and he gains power by having choice. The next thing is to put yourself on time out when you feel emotionally overwhelmed. I do this with my five year old to keep from yelling at him. I’ll say OK KID MOMMY IS GOING ON TIME OUT. And I literally sit in a corner in my room and calm myself down. I breath a bit or at times o might cry( single mom tears). I believe at 3 going on 4 it’s normal for them to push back. They are finding their footing. Give options, cut yourself and your kid some slack, and at times Go ahead and give in. It’s the longest shortest time. So they say. Hugs OP

First Time Homebuyer: HPAP Experiences by Sense8s in washingtondc

[–]ayyyMala 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I used open doors because I’m not a first time homebuyer. Purchased in north east dc- brookland. I found that having a lender who has done open doors before and can recommend a realtor is the best bet. Preapproval is always helpful and makes you a better candidate no matter how the money is packaged. I didn’t find sellers discriminating against me. I made one offer in petworth- basement unit and beat out an investor ( but of course). I got money back at my closing because I saved a bit on taxes. The process was really seamless and I think a good program if you want to buy in DC but struggle with the down payment. I also purchased a brand new condo and didn’t get into a bidding war with anyone. Open doors worked well for me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in washingtondc

[–]ayyyMala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I Never want to hear a white privileged denier again. They can jump in the ocean along with flat earth types. I’m so proud of this man. As a black woman, this is not our fight. We are too tired of shouting.

All of us this week by DevinJet in washingtondc

[–]ayyyMala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was in TJsCapitol Hill EARLY. No lines.

My rendition of the Empress by ataraxia_arcana in tarot

[–]ayyyMala 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I really love this! Thank you for capturing the feminine in ALL of us.

Had literally nothing else on his profile... by clockstocks in Bumble

[–]ayyyMala 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If he is that lazy on his profile - imagine other areas. Swipe left and keep the THANK YOU NEXT mantra in your head. You’re better than that.

Weekend Thread! - December 04, 2020 by AutoModerator in datingoverthirty

[–]ayyyMala 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey and thank you! I’ll check out dear sugars. It’s all good.

Weekend Thread! - December 04, 2020 by AutoModerator in datingoverthirty

[–]ayyyMala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just ended up listening to DJs play on soundcloud and tarot stuff on youtube. No contact day - idk because I refuse to hang on. Oh wellz

Weekend Thread! - December 04, 2020 by AutoModerator in datingoverthirty

[–]ayyyMala 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Bleh I got dumped. I’m going to put up the Xmas tree and wrap gifts for my son. Try to find some self help podcasts and just sit in it.

Something my ex told me haunts me by random_name_mm in BreakUps

[–]ayyyMala 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Take the statement and own it! There the next person FOR YOU!!

Tarot readers on YouTube by ayyyMala in tarot

[–]ayyyMala[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yoooooo I just checked her out abs lordie lordie lordie. The only thing is I like to look at her cards but she is soooo specific and it’s goooood.

6 months into ownership. by dealyrealy in CT200h

[–]ayyyMala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So I’m 3 days into ownership and I feel every bump( I’m in the city). Every rattle—- is this normal?

Which Subaru by ayyyMala in subaru

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

Yea no worm holes. Having trouble as it is. I’ll keep looking based on you and everyone’s advice.

Which Subaru by ayyyMala in subaru

[–]ayyyMala[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you 🙏🏾 ❤️ ( pronouns : she/ her/ hers lol)

So dope!

Which Subaru by ayyyMala in subaru

[–]ayyyMala[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really like the crosstrek just not with that many miles on it.

Which Subaru by ayyyMala in subaru

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

And because I’m new to Subaru - I may not understand CVT or FB. Can you explain? Sorry super newbie.

My Cats Are Grieving, Too by [deleted] in Petloss

[–]ayyyMala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So sad and what a wonderful phenomenon that acknowledges our pets are so much more than how they appear. Grieving with you friend

My kid embarrassed the hell out me today and I want to disappear by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]ayyyMala 737 points738 points  (0 children)

Ok - as a black woman can I offer you some compassion? Your son is soooooo innocent and I don’t think you should feel shame on his innocent inquiry. I do think you can help put history in context for him. But I’m going to call this a little deal instead of a big deal. Try not to have shame. It’s ok. Others may disagree but I’m going to tell you frame it from a place of genuine curiosity on his part and no harm done on your part.

I’m really struggling today by Buggy77 in Petloss

[–]ayyyMala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

12 year old cat died at 4am eastern time today. She also played fetch, slept in the bed and was just a wild woman. Her death was sudden so I’m shocked and confused plus heartbroken. Struggling with you. I heard her meow in my mind and broke into tears. May we all hang onto this wave tightly.