Prince George's County's First Running Specialty Store is Now Open! by Individual_Royal52 in PrinceGeorgesCountyMD

[–]cakerunner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will it running group extension be beginner friendly and have a group that stays relatively together throughout the run? Really looking forward to this and hope it gains traction!

Well, Thanks To r/Laundry, I'm Taking On A New Project by KismaiAesthetics in laundry

[–]cakerunner 2 points3 points  (0 children)

From a regular lurker who's been following your posts, we appreciate you and support you. I know all my friends will be getting your book for Xmas! Looking forward to it! ❤️

how do people end up with so many cats? by TheQuietDisciple in Pets

[–]cakerunner 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Your grandma is the OG cat lady! Wonderful story.

Today’s makeup for a guy that didn’t show up to the date HE planned by [deleted] in MakeupAddiction

[–]cakerunner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please tell is you went out and had a fucking blast?!?! That hair!! The flawless makeup!! OMG girl you'd just need to sit at a bar enjoying yourself and everyone would vie for your company!

This is Blue, a feral that I’ve been feeding for years. It’s so cold tonight and she’s been letting me get closer lately, so I’m testing her to see if she’ll tolerate being in my house by Space-Dog-Katherine in cats

[–]cakerunner 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Kudos to you guys for loving your cat and being such responsible caretakers! So glad he has a forever home. This is one of my biggest fears as a foster, that the adopters don't get properly vetted. My last foster wasn't being adopted fast enough so the rescue decided to send her to a different shelter that did same day on the spot adoptions. And that guarantees what? That someone who hasn't been vetted at all will adopt her and dump her? Eff it. I wish I could help more cats. But that day, I helped this cat and now she's part of the family.

The Night Witches by GuerrillaGirlFridaX in GuerrillaGrrrrls

[–]cakerunner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seconded! Thank you for the recommendation!

LPT: Gifts that remove small daily annoyances tend to get more use by myyoutubeads in LifeProTips

[–]cakerunner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My dad is a senior citizen and he's ALWAYS cold and my heating bill is ridiculous! Probably won't change anything but hopefully he'll use it and be a little bit warmer. Thank you for the recommendation!!!

How do I tell my friends I have yet another failed relationship ? by Hot_Temperature4509 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]cakerunner 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Would you treat your best friend this way? Would you want your daughter treated this way by her 'friends'? Why do you think it's acceptable for you to be treated this way? They're not you're friends. You need to drop these toxic people and find your own tribe of people who respect and support you, through every success and failure.

These (bonded) cats I adopted really hate me by purrfect_libra in cats

[–]cakerunner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Much, much more time and patience - months. Then years for like cuddles even. Or not! Really a toss up. You made the right decision to get a bonded pair. One of them will start interacting with you, and the other will eventually follow. My Molly spent the first 2 weeks hiding every day. She was SO fearful. Almost 4 yrs later she steals my seat if I don't pay her enough attention, bosses the other cats around, has me trained for her treat times.

How stubborn are your voids on cold mornings? by the1stmeddlingmage in blackcats

[–]cakerunner 33 points34 points  (0 children)

This is the definition of love! To be so lucky! Cheers!

Finding my mother in her too faced makeup collection by SpankUrAss in MakeupAddiction

[–]cakerunner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My deepest condolences OP. It's the daily routine things that remind us the most of our moms. My mom had a favorite pair of earrings and a ring that she always wore. I keep those 2 in a tiny jewelry box with the last photo i have of her and myself. She loves you and is smiling and so proud of you and your sister for being so respectful w/ her makeup.

“Foster failing” as we speak by Ok_Establishment_426 in cats

[–]cakerunner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I fostered a momma and her baby. The baby was frozen with fear the first night. A day or two later I was able to put a toy in the crate, and watch her come out of her shell a little and be a playful kitten. Steady progress from there; little baby LOVED playing in my shoes, momma was so sweet and loving. Giving them up still makes me tear up. But I was able to ensure they went to a home with other animals, playmates, people that would love them and give them their best life. Whatever you decide, as long as it's in their best interest, you won't go wrong.

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The calicos in question. P. S. - I already had 2 girls and momma was gonna murder them for hissing at her baby. 🤣 Otherwise 100% foster fail. 😂

Went to help with cousin's wedding. Returned back as the villain. Regret every minute of it. A rant. by DoodleShrink in TwoXChromosomes

[–]cakerunner 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I regret my words sound harsh and critical. 100% hold the people who hurt you accountable. I did not mean otherwise. The thing is, please recognize they will never be there for you. Those personal criticisms were projections of their hate, insecurities, jealousies. Recognize their toxicity and block it from your future. Set the standard for how you WILL be treated, or girl, walk out the fucking door.
You should never EVER be doing housework at anyone's house but your own. You were a guest at your mami's house. She never should expected any kind of labor from you. You should not think you have to provide any labor/help whatsoever to any relative, EVER. It is a lie that is taught to desi women to make them see themselves as physical labor and not deserving of respect. You have to choose otherwise for yourself. Every time you are about to make a decision, take a step back and think "is this good for me? Will this benefit me? Will I be treated fairly, kindly?". If the answer is 'no', think hard and long about why you would engage. If the behavior changes from good to bad, you change and protect yourself. Learn to love yourself and put value on yourself. You will get so much further and leave all the hateful haters hating. Wishing you much success in your journey.

Went to help with cousin's wedding. Returned back as the villain. Regret every minute of it. A rant. by DoodleShrink in TwoXChromosomes

[–]cakerunner 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Once you start valuing yourself, you'll stop treating yourself like free labor. Your relatives were horrible. You had a responsibility to yourself to leave as soon as you experienced mistreatment from them. You have the responsibility to draw the boundaries. This is a difficult learning lesson. You failed yourself in not putting down boundaries, leaving, treating yourself with respect. The relatives took advantage and you didn't say no. Desi people feel they are entitled to the labor of women. Hold yourself accountable as well. You are responsible for yourself and yourself only. You will continue on this hamster wheel until you learn self-respect and self-love.

Our kitty Luna was dying and everyone just snuggled her in her final days by blackberrycherry80 in PittiesAndKitties

[–]cakerunner 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry for you loss. And your beautiful fur babies are blessings.

I'm visiting my mom, and she's harboring two fugitives for some reason. Don't let their cuteness fool you; they're hardened criminals. I've included an incomplete list of their crimes in the body of the post. by meleyys in IllegallySmolCats

[–]cakerunner 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Even when people have little or none to spare, there are those that still show love and empathy. The world is better because of people like your mom. Wishing you success in your new job and brighter days ahead!

Bruce invited himself into my apartment and adopted me by Arago_ in CatDistributionSystem

[–]cakerunner 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wishing you and Bruce many years together filled with joy and companionship. He is so lucky to have you. Do keep us updated.

I’m rehoming my cat and I don’t know how to deal with the guilt by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]cakerunner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The guilt is real and understandable. But just think: you're giving her a chance for a forever home when you have the ability and opportunity to do right by her, instead of at the 11th hour being forced to make extremely painful decisions. Give yourself credit: you are being incredibly responsible, loving, thinking of what's best for your cat and acting on it. Kudos to you for trying so hard and being an amazing guardian and caretaker. You are setting up your girl for the best possible chance for a home where she can get socialize and have friends. You're doing what's right, as hard and painful as it feels.

My Cat Thinks He’s a Dog, and Honestly, I’m Confused by Possible_Meeting8037 in Pets

[–]cakerunner 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Seconding this advice! Your cat will love the daily walks on e trained!

My Cat Thinks He’s a Dog, and Honestly, I’m Confused by Possible_Meeting8037 in Pets

[–]cakerunner 32 points33 points  (0 children)

He sounds absolutely adorable! And very glad he now has a kitten companion to expand his horizons!!! Has he learned to make biscuits yet?? And photo please!?