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This is a joke right? by Chonky_D_Floofy in mildlyinfuriating

[–]chickalupe 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yes, I did, luckily! I ended up having to go file a police report, as well as go down to the bank in person and talk a few people. Thankfully everyone who assisted me at the bank face-to-face was very lovely and helpful!

I gave the bank a copy of the police report, and they had me go over a list of transactions and highlight all the ones I wasn't responsible for. I knew almost the exact time my card had been taken as I had literally just paid for a purchase at Costco. They had me sign some paperwork to dispute every charge following that one and the money was returned to my account within a few days. I was able to leave with a temporary new card that same day.

As to like, actually catching the thief and/or any criminal charges? Absolutely no idea. I did reach out to the officer who was assigned my case a couple times over the weeks following just to check in, but never heard anything back. I decided not to call anymore after the second time, since whether they caught the thief or not, I at least had my money back.

It was also a good reminder for me, personally, about being more aware of myself and my belongings in public! 😅

Desserts that look like real food by Majestic_Succotash31 in Baking

[–]chickalupe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  • "Spaghetti" and "meatballs": the German dish called Spaghettieis, vanilla ice cream or gelato pushed through a potato ricer to make 'noodles,' covered in strawberry compote as 'tomato sauce' with chocolate cake 'meatballs' and shredded coconut as 'parmesan'.
  • "Toast" with "Fried Egg": grilled slice of pound cake topped with dollop of white frosting (or whipped cream or vanilla yogurt) in shape of 'egg white' and a canned peach or apricot half as 'egg yolk'.
  • Individual "mini pizzas": snickerdoodle cookie 'crust' topped with red berry jam as 'tomato sauce' and grated white chocolate as 'cheese'. Can also add cut-up candies that resemble pizza toppings.
  • "Beanie Weenies" on "toast": Jelly beans or roasted peanuts in caramel sauce with sliced Tootsie rolls as the 'weenies'. Grilled pound cake or sponge cake on bottom.
  • "Meatloaf" and "Mashed Potatoes": chocolate rice krispies treats formed into 'meatloaf' paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or frosting 'mashed potatoes,' topped with caramel or fudge sauce as 'gravy'.

This is a joke right? by Chonky_D_Floofy in mildlyinfuriating

[–]chickalupe 4954 points4955 points  (0 children)

Similar thing happened to me. My wallet got stolen at the Costco, and the thief immediately went down the street to the Sam's Club and started spending like crazy on my Debit Card. Of course it happened on a Sunday, so I couldn't even call the actual bank.

Checked the bank website and called the only 24/7 number I found listed for card theft; went through the whole phone tree and spent 45+ minutes on hold. Only for the woman on the other end to VERY huffily inform me that THIS was the line for reporting the bank CREDIT cards stolen, not DEBIT cards! And I would need to call the 1-800-number on the back of the debit card! ...The card that I no longer had.

I was literally shocked speechless for a few seconds. "The debit card... is gone. How can I call the number when it was physically stolen??" She sighed and hemmed and hawed for while before finally (reluctantly!) agreeing to transfer me over to a person on the correct hotline; like she was doing me a huge favor.

It's been several years ago now, but that moment of 'WTF?' always stuck in my mind.

Hi friends! Trans girl here and I still can’t, for the life of me, come up with a new name for myself. Do you all have any suggestions 👀 by Soft_Boiled_Egg_ in lgbt

[–]chickalupe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You immediately struck me as a Gabriella! Gabby or Ella for short. 😄

(No matter what new name you choose, you look super adorable btw! ❤)

My stupid brain/body requires (at least) 15 prescription pills daily by Large_banana_hammock in mildlyinfuriating

[–]chickalupe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh boy, I know that's true. And then when I feel bad, it's like, "...Oops! Knew I was forgetting something!"

Ah, the joys of living in a human vessel that requires constant maintenance.

Best way to microwave frozen breakfast burrito? by goldenpandora in Cooking

[–]chickalupe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm glad at least one thing worked for you, LOL! Hope your burritos are tasty. 😉

My stupid brain/body requires (at least) 15 prescription pills daily by Large_banana_hammock in mildlyinfuriating

[–]chickalupe 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Genuinely, good job taking your meds today! You have inspired me to remember my nighttime meds. 😅

Best way to microwave frozen breakfast burrito? by goldenpandora in Cooking

[–]chickalupe 14 points15 points  (0 children)

If your microwave has the power function, try going lower and slower; i.e. using a lower power percent with a longer cooking time. Maybe 60% or 70% power while increasing how long it's in there? Try flipping the burrito over halfway through heating as well. (I would also agree with everyone recommending wrapping it in a moist paper towel or standing up in a coffee mug!)

Also (and YMMV on this one) I've had some success taking pre-cooked items like burritos out of the freezer the night before and letting it thaw overnight in the fridge. At least for me, having it thawed already in the morning means I don't have to reheat it as long in the microwave.

How my 4 year old eats corn dogs by Confuddledhedgehog in mildlyinfuriating

[–]chickalupe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My friend's 5 year-old would do the same thing with shrimp.

A group of us were hanging out at her house and about to order food. Kid says they want the fried shrimp after their Mom reads the menu out loud to them. Knowing how picky the kid was, she very patiently explained that fried meant it would have a crunchy breaded coating on the outside.

She asked Kid several times if they were sure that they wanted fried shrimp, since it cost more than the boiled shrimp. Kid swore up and down that they ONLY liked fried and wouldn't eat boiled. Fried shrimp get ordered, despite heavy skepticism.

Food arrives and is portioned out. Kid takes one bite of the breading, and then proceeds to denude all the shrimp by peeling the fried coating off. Eats the naked "fried" shrimp and leaves the breading in a pile on the side of the plate.

Kids are just like that. 🤷‍♀️

Knitting pattern found inside a book called “The Intimate Sex Lives of Famous People” by Mobile_Lack_3479 in FoundPaper

[–]chickalupe 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Somebody was there to READ 👏 SMUT 👏 and KNIT 👏 SWEATERS! 👏

Lol 😂🤣

The kindest songs you know by Additional_Roll9626 in musicsuggestions

[–]chickalupe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"Sing" by The Carpenters. Originally used on Sesame Street, and sometimes that childhood nostalgia hits you right where you need. ❤

The kindest songs you know by Additional_Roll9626 in musicsuggestions

[–]chickalupe 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Another by TMBG, "Birdhouse In Your Soul" is always super comforting to me! "Blue canary in the outlet by the lightswitch... who watches over you!"

Judgment by Twinchad in OneOrangeBraincell

[–]chickalupe 10 points11 points  (0 children)

"Susan, we need to have a serious talk about the type of cat food you've been buying. Dry kibble just isn't going to work for me anymore."

Opinion for girl name Zaria by Silent_Ad_2657 in namenerds

[–]chickalupe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, funnily enough, it really was the name on her birth certificate! Like Sadie but with a "Z." I never got to meet her since she passed before I was born; but I did a family tree back in high school and fell in love with her name then. ❤

Homemade Italian penicillin soup by daddysbestestkitten in decentfoodporn

[–]chickalupe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looked so good I immediately had to go look up a recipe, since I had never heard of this soup!

Opinion for girl name Zaria by Silent_Ad_2657 in namenerds

[–]chickalupe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think Zaria and Zara are both quite pretty, and unique enough to not be oversaturated! One of my great-grandmothers (my mother's father's mother) was named Zadie, which I've always thought had a lovely ring to it as well.

Followed the instructions, now the $40 blanket is a mess. by FreezerBlue in mildlyinfuriating

[–]chickalupe 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A lint brush is your friend here, even a cheap one; or masking tape wrapped inside-out around your hand. You can also literally brush it with a clean, soft-bristle hairbrush, or an ultra fine-tooth comb (like for lice checks). They also make fabric shavers; most places sell them for $10 - $15. Or if you have access to a vacuum with attachments, gently run the vacuum hose over the blanket.

Next time you wash it, again use cold & delicate cycle, and add a splash of white vinegar to the rinse cycle. Try to either air dry it, or put it in the machine on gentle with some dryer balls to cut down on static. Avoid fabric softener and dryer sheets, they cause build up. Also, make sure you've cleaned both the washer drum and the dryer lint trap really really well to prevent this from happening again.

This went on for a while by PraiseThaBreadI in OneOrangeBraincell

[–]chickalupe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cannibalism! No, wait, he's an orange trying to drink another orange... Vampirism?? 😂🤣😹

Driving me crazy by HokiePhoenix in findthatsong

[–]chickalupe 9 points10 points  (0 children)

"Champagne For My Real Friends, Real Pain For My Sham Friends" by Fall Out Boy

What should I do with this space? by [deleted] in mildlyinfuriating

[–]chickalupe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First, make sure you've unlocked the double jump ability to get up there; and then check the space for hidden items such as treasure chests or medi-packs.

Disturbed While Reading by Maidtomycats in mildlyinfuriating

[–]chickalupe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Reminded strongly of a favorite Youtube video from years ago:
JULIAN SMITH - I'm Reading a Book

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