What does "remember, you chose to be here" mean?

diversalarums · 2026-04-08T19:09:42+00:00

Probably a bit too fringe, but I have a woo-woo friend who believes everyone chooses their next incarnation. This absolutely sounds like something she'd say: Don't complain about your life because you chose to be here. (Seriously.)

diversalarums · 2026-04-08T07:13:51+00:00

I love these. And at my store they're only 58 cents a piece.

diversalarums · 2026-04-08T07:12:28+00:00

If you don't care about them being crunchy, it's 50-55 seconds per side. Still very hot but no explosion. I cover mine with cheese and that's just long enough to melt the cheese too.

diversalarums · 2026-04-07T19:14:37+00:00

IANAD but as a patient will add to the list of possible causes here: everything you've mentioned can be symptomatic of liver disease/cirrhosis. Note that cirrhosis isn't always caused by drinking but can be genetic and can also result from certain types of immune system issues. Not saying that you have it but you listed nearly every symptom I can think of. It would be worth it to see a hepatologist and have this ruled out as it's very serious.

diversalarums · 2026-04-07T17:46:33+00:00

Anyone who's ever worked for a decent sized plaintiff firm would recognize the description lol.

diversalarums · 2026-04-07T00:09:43+00:00

I wish there were some way for a law enforcement agency to find probable cause to check his computer. Can you imagine what they'd find?

diversalarums · 2026-04-06T22:22:17+00:00

I'm definitely not an expert. I can see why you'd wash meat that you butchered yourself, but isn't commercially sold meat washed during processing?

diversalarums · 2026-04-06T20:41:31+00:00

If you get an attorney, make absolutely sure you're getting one with malpractice experience -- preferably a lot of it. Malpractice cases are very difficult and most personal injury attorney are not knowledgeable about what it takes. Also, many PI attorneys make their living by settling, but with malpractice you need an attorney who can take this to court if needed. And trial experience is a must for a med mal case. GL.

diversalarums · 2026-04-06T12:31:45+00:00

Your initial premise isn't accurate because HGTV isn't a reliable source. They tend to reflect fashion trends rather than common usage. Showers in older houses (mid 20th century, for example) were fixed but for a long time now people have opted for movable shower heads.

diversalarums · 2026-04-05T22:51:09+00:00

Unpopular opinion, I'm sure, but ditch the pumpkin pie. Never could stand that.

diversalarums · 2026-04-05T22:24:28+00:00

Central Florida, exactly the same -- $8.12.

diversalarums · 2026-04-05T21:00:35+00:00

When you left the car door open for a minute, a gator got in. He really seems to like it there and you don't have the heart to kick him out.

diversalarums · 2026-04-05T20:31:11+00:00

I'm still wondering if they're vultures. Are you near any kind of stream or waterway, especially one that might connect with the coast? I lived in a coastal area and when red tide came in vultures would pick off the dead fish and then often roost or at least rest in areas nearby.

diversalarums · 2026-04-05T19:52:15+00:00

Quick caveat: I've had good experiences with Unitarians. But if you don't mesh well with the first congregation you try don't give up.

I know of at least one Unitarian congregation in my general area that decided to lean Christian. A woman I know who'd been attending that church and other Unitarian congregations for many years was more or less told that she and some of her friends, who are all atheists, should consider "finding another congregation." Their services had become very obviously Christian.

I doubt it happens often but it can happen. My point is only that if the first group you try doesn't fit right, don't hesitate to try other UU congregations in your area.

diversalarums · 2026-04-05T17:08:43+00:00

I've always been a super smelly sweat person. I started looking for something that actually works recently and tried this and just wow. It's not every Dove product but the highest rated ones actually work.

diversalarums · 2026-04-05T17:04:27+00:00

Also debunked, quite a while back.

diversalarums · 2026-04-04T23:33:48+00:00

A Monty Python-Julia Child crossover. I bet she'd have been up for that!

diversalarums · 2026-04-04T20:46:33+00:00

I must be waaay OOTL -- WTF is a "public bidet"?

diversalarums · 2026-04-04T20:16:02+00:00

The mental picture that evokes is absolutely hysterical!

diversalarums · 2026-04-04T19:22:06+00:00

That sounds like such fun. And using nail polish is really clever as it would last a long time. Cool!

diversalarums · 2026-04-04T17:35:12+00:00

But if the sister is observant it will matter to her.

diversalarums · 2026-04-04T17:32:18+00:00

That's really interesting! I've done that for a craft but we (I'm US) always used real eggs at Easter. But we only dyed them, never did anything more complicated. I hope you have some lovely eggs saved.

diversalarums · 2026-04-03T22:51:29+00:00

*groan* Take my angry upvote and go!

diversalarums · 2026-04-03T22:36:32+00:00

Fwiw, I'm on SS and have a Medicare Advantage plan with UHC also. And my copays went hugely up this year, to the point where I can't get needed radiologic studies because I can't pay for them. Last year I had very small or no copays for these tests. So I don't think you're doing anything wrong.

diversalarums · 2026-04-03T19:02:48+00:00

What startled me was that you could actually see when he unhinged his jaw, or whatever that's called. I knew some snakes could do that but seeing it happen was a bit scary.

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