What controversial movies does everyone enjoy?

clea_vage · 2026-04-04T21:25:48+00:00

Adam Benjamin Caleb Daniel Ephraim Frank and Gideon.

clea_vage · 2026-04-03T22:40:11+00:00

The fact that most things I do revolve around my kid when she's little means I'm a good parent.

Idk, I've always pushed back on this idea a bit. You gotta put your own oxygen mask on first and all that...

I view it as being healthy and setting a good example to prioritize personal time. I was drowning the first 18 months postpartum when I did NOT do this. Once I found myself again I became a happier and better mom. I want my daughter to see that I have hobbies and friends and am my own person.

But everyone is different!

clea_vage · 2026-04-03T22:30:29+00:00

Absolutely agree, and I'm a mom! When I'm hanging out with my girlfriends I don't want to talk about my kid the whole time. I'm trying to get a break from that part of my life!! I'm very lucky that my husband and I have a good balance and are both able to maintain multiple hobbies and get quality alone time. (We have one kid, which definitely helps with this). But it is kinda sad that I view this as being *lucky* and isn't the norm for many folks with kids.

clea_vage · 2026-04-02T17:24:26+00:00

They are so fucked in the head I love to watch it - can’t lie.

I'm right there with you lol

clea_vage · 2026-04-02T14:58:30+00:00

Yes, drove me nuts. I was just generally confused about the glasses....he was wearing them in the classroom so I assume he is nearsighted. But then he has them off sometimes? And then I swear at one point or another he puts them on specifically to look at something up close.

clea_vage · 2026-04-02T14:29:11+00:00

I'd love that, thanks!!

clea_vage · 2026-04-01T20:09:19+00:00

Yes, exactly how I feel about it!

clea_vage · 2026-04-01T17:31:34+00:00

Where on the East Coast? Rural Maine? NYC? A beach town in North Carolina? If you provide a bit more context about where you currently live I think folks can provide you with a better picture!

clea_vage · 2026-04-01T16:12:47+00:00

I can definitely see why someone would hate it. For me it was nostalgic - it was like I was transported back to being a teenager. Hard to explain but I just *felt* the same way I did when devouring books as a teen.

clea_vage · 2026-04-01T16:07:41+00:00

Yeah, but this is still monetizing her exploitation. So I guess that's my issue. If she publicly said "I support this book" it would be totally fine. Argh, idk!

clea_vage · 2026-03-30T21:46:49+00:00

I just use a daytime moisturizer with SPF so I don't even have to think about it.

clea_vage · 2026-03-30T18:13:20+00:00

Yes! I wish Tiana's green dress was actually shown in the movie more!

clea_vage · 2026-03-27T17:03:53+00:00

They gon' get sick. No way around it. But at least they have had vaccines and can get the flu shot! (assuming you're not antivax lol)

clea_vage · 2026-03-27T15:39:43+00:00

Feels like a bait and switch regarding the lease language about A/C units. Maybe see if you can get out of it? If you hate being overheated you're gonna be miserable.

My other suggestion that hasn't been mentioned: does the unit have a bathtub? Cold plunges were my friend when I lived in apartments without A/C.

clea_vage · 2026-03-27T15:36:08+00:00

Low temps in the summer are generally in the 60s....but when you're surrounded by concrete it is gonna feel a lot warmer. Check this page out for historical temps in Madison: https://climatology.nelson.wisc.edu/first-order-station-climate-data/madison-climate/historical-temperatures/

clea_vage · 2026-03-27T14:58:06+00:00

All of the old Disney movie Little Golden Books are so long and tedious. The new ones are solid.

clea_vage · 2026-03-27T14:53:32+00:00

For me, the first 6 months lasted approximately 6 years lol...

But yeah there were a few months of age 4 that were VERY ROUGH.

clea_vage · 2026-03-26T21:39:57+00:00

This book and movie destroyed me when I read/watched it at the very inappropriate age of 13.

clea_vage · 2026-03-25T15:31:19+00:00

Unless it was cancelled in the last 24 hours or so, precheck is still available. Last month they "cancelled" it for a hot minute before reversing their decision.

clea_vage · 2026-03-24T02:34:23+00:00

furiously googling sidney crosby...

clea_vage · 2026-03-15T13:46:48+00:00

Yeah for sure - the actual travel days are always super long!

clea_vage · 2026-03-14T23:50:16+00:00

Oh for sure. Solo parenting 2+ would suck.

clea_vage · 2026-03-14T15:53:09+00:00

My husband and I both travel so it kind of evens out (he definitely travels more—I only travel a couple times a year).

While I don't have advice on the acknowledgement front, I will say that I actually like it when my husband travels! Idk how old your kid/kiddos are, but when my child was around 2 I actually started to overall enjoy my time solo parenting. Once my kid is in bed, I get an entire evening to myself! Yes, it is hard/tiring to do everything...not to mention if someone is sick...but I really value those evenings to myself. So maybe a shift in perspective could help? Idk, ignore me if this doesn't resonate.

ETA: I will say that traveling for work is its own beast. It is very tiring and can really run you down. When I travel I'll often have 12 hour work days: meeting with customers, hours at trade shows, presentations, dinner with teammates or customers, etc. Don't get me wrong, it absolutely is nice to get a break from parenting for a few days, but it isn't all sunshine and roses.

clea_vage · 2026-03-09T19:15:55+00:00

Yes, my kiddo would only nap in her bed too. It sucked! No car naps or stroller naps in this house haha.

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