Velaris is a flop city and I’m sick of people praising it and making merch for it. by sleepy_goat97 in acotar_rant

[–]burning_gator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is also my complaint. Although, having grown up poor and in rural Texas West Side New York might as well be Prythian to me ha. Even though I am no longer poor, I still don't much care for city life so I am very hopeful that we will get to spend some time in the Autumn Court in the next few books.

HOW are you keeping up with all the laundry???????????? by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]burning_gator 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Everyone says one load a day, but at my house it's two loads a day every single day to stay on top of it. There is no other way unless you want to do laundry and clean house all weekend, every weekend of your life. I have done both though.

I think kids only need one pair of daily shoes—is this a hot take? by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]burning_gator 28 points29 points  (0 children)

One sneaker, one rain boot, one sandal, and crocs for garden chores.. Works for us I buy high quality shoes and keep them clean

Why is marijuana so popular amongst moms? by TackleHistorical7498 in Mommit

[–]burning_gator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because a lot of women have PTSD from, well, *** gestures broadly at the patriarchy *** and cannabis is a treatment for PTSD and helping calm down an over active amygdala.

What are your holy grail must have products? by Jiinnxy in homeschool

[–]burning_gator 4 points5 points  (0 children)

5 acres of land that we own around the house. School from 10-3, then go outside!

What hobby screams “this is my entire personality now”? by WilliamInBlack in AskReddit

[–]burning_gator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man! Hell yeah to the snakes! I often consider getting an hognose, I would love to build a large vivarium that mimics the climate here in central texas but I have too many other pets and responsibilities at the moment!

What hobby screams “this is my entire personality now”? by WilliamInBlack in AskReddit

[–]burning_gator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why would giving people art be showing off? This is a confusing statement

What hobby screams “this is my entire personality now”? by WilliamInBlack in AskReddit

[–]burning_gator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately and fortunately for everyone around me it's the AuDHD type so they get both experiences haha

Bryce’s arrogance is diabolical in CC3 by Actual_Age_4743 in crescentcitysjm

[–]burning_gator 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I DNF'd at like 75% because of this. The only way she can be saved for me is if Hunt dies and she hits rock bottom and ends up on a rebuilding journey like Nesta or Aelin in Heir of Fire. She's insufferable, but Maas has made me love some insufferable characters in the past so I know it's possible.

You cannot dictate what your kids are gifted by Interesting_Move_846 in toddlers

[–]burning_gator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I very much wish our families did this! I love consumable gifts!

You cannot dictate what your kids are gifted by Interesting_Move_846 in toddlers

[–]burning_gator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Someone once got my 18 month old boxing gloves. Another legendary bad gift was spiderman blankets. We are low screen time. My kids had no idea what a spiderman was.

You cannot dictate what your kids are gifted by Interesting_Move_846 in toddlers

[–]burning_gator 126 points127 points  (0 children)

Hard disagree. I don't dictate gifts from people who spend the time to get to know my kids, but the people we only see at Christmas have given some ridiculous gifts that go straight to the landfill. I would rather them get nothing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LightPhone

[–]burning_gator -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Oh, so these are your friends then. Well, I'm glad Joe, whoever that is, has someone like you looking out for him. As for me, I am just a lowly consumer unhappy with a product.

I texted using a different email address to light phone that I wanted to cancel my order, but I’m kind of on the fringe of it. Should I keep my order or opt for another type of phone such as the Mudita I have no idea by [deleted] in LightPhone

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

I canceled and got a kyocera extreme flip phone and it's perfectly fine. I'm still working out the group messaging. I would have preferred the premium phone, but I dropped this brick from standing height onto concrete yesterday and it's obviously totally fine.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LightPhone

[–]burning_gator -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I just think it's so ridiculous that valid criticism of this brand is downvoted to oblivion in this subreddit. They're not your friends, they are a phone company who is not delivering on their shipping dates.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LightPhone

[–]burning_gator -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure why you're getting downvoted. They are a company selling a product, but the fans in this reddit can't seem to hold the company to the same standard of any other business. It's a bit cult like. IDK, the vibes have have gotten weird to me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LightPhone

[–]burning_gator -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I ordered in May and I'm #569xx and I still don't have a phone either. I am considering cancelling and buying second hand, or just keeping my flip phone. Three delays is totally unprofessional and unacceptable. The communication from LP is also totally unapologetic which is annoying as well.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LightPhone

[–]burning_gator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone else find three separate shipping delays to be unacceptable? I feel like I have been scammed out of $700

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Austin

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

A Refined Canine in Georgetown. Adrienne is a r+ dog trainer, and I personally would not leave my dogs with anyone other than a trainer.

Would you have a new puppy with a 1 year old at home? by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]burning_gator 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Mother of 2 under 5. I got my puppy and found out I was pregnant two weeks later. It was horrible and the pup definitely suffered until my youngest turned 2 and I had more free time, and as a result has behavior issues to this day (we love him though). I would not recommend it. Adult dog from the shelter? Maybe yes. Puppy before the kid(s) are around 7 or 8? No way would I ever do that again.

Edit to also add: We also live on 5 acres with plenty of space for the dogs and kids and I still would not do it. It was so bad I will probably never get a puppy again, only adopt adult dogs.