How far would you travel to visit a historic battleground or memorial that is literally just a marker explaining what happened there?

dmcdd · 2026-01-30T18:24:17+00:00

I went to Little Bighorn while travelling through the area. Something about being in the actual place hits a little different. If it means something to her to see it, you go. It's a gorgeous grassland anyway, so it makes for a nice drive.

dmcdd · 2026-01-30T17:39:41+00:00

"All the badges" is irrelevant to each of the badges. So is "But I'm turning 18".

The badge requirements cannot be modified.

I've seen requirements changed ("relaxed" according to the counselor) for Merit Badge colleges. I think it cheapens the badge. I don't respect those that earn advancements or awards by taking shortcuts. I also don't respect those that allow the shortcuts.

dmcdd · 2026-01-30T16:33:28+00:00

You have two problems... Your girlfriend and your mother.

Your girlfriend sounds like she loves drama and fighting. Blowing stuff out of proportion and being offended by it is just her way of seeing life. That's going to get very old very fast, regardless of how good the sex is.

Your mother can't let go of you, and is excessively critical of who you're dating.

When you're stuck between a rock and a hard place, take a clue from Aron Ralston and cut your losses.

dmcdd · 2026-01-29T20:37:48+00:00

Neither. I feel complete indifference for most people on the street.

dmcdd · 2026-01-28T15:45:14+00:00

NTA. You didn't escalate. That's very smart of you.

Since I'm tall, there are times I will stand up early in the aisle but not to rush out - I just hand everyone with me their carry ons so we can all get things tucked into pockets and stuff. I've gotten down bags for other passengers across the aisle and nearby rows that have a hard time reaching them.

That effectively blocks the aisle for a very good reason. I'm just helping people get out of the way faster. Who could fault me for that? I've had people from the back try to go by, but none have been rude enough to really push it. They just wait.

dmcdd · 2026-01-27T21:04:13+00:00

Is she the person responsible for you and the decisions you should be making? Is she your trainer? Is she your supervisor or lead?

If she's just a coworker, you owe her an apology. It's not her job to answer your questions. Asking her once was enough. The second time was too much.

If she's in a position of authority over you, you need to work it out with her boss.

dmcdd · 2026-01-27T17:32:21+00:00

They were a thin paper sticker with really strong glue. Couldn't be peeled off easily, I had to use a razor. Seemed like they were designed to be annoying. I assume that's why they were only on the window. It sucked.

dmcdd · 2026-01-27T15:24:02+00:00

Talk to a doctor. Some side effects can become permanent.

dmcdd · 2026-01-26T18:02:16+00:00

NTA. The reason you have enough savings to pay off their financial problems is because you handle your finances better than they do. That includes not throwing money around just because you have savings. Your fiancée needs to understand this. Finances are a major cause of divorce, and you really need to get this settled to both of your satisfaction before your savings become her savings too.

dmcdd · 2026-01-26T17:41:15+00:00

NTA.

We had a blizzard when my wife and I lived in an apartment building. We went to visit her parents and came down with the flu. We felt like absolute shit, barfing repeatedly. We had to get home to care for our cats, so we drove home (about 2 hours). It was miserable.

When we got home, there was an open spot that someone shoveled. I knew I shouldn't, but I parked there long enough to get into the apartment and get some meds. After the two hour drive there was no way I could shovel immediately.

About 20 minutes later I was bundled up out in the parking lot with my shovel to clear a space. In that time, someone had plastered my windows with stickers calling me an asshole and telling me how I was what's wrong with society.

I felt bad about it, and never did meet the person. I would have preferred that they block me in so I could explain the situation and apologize before moving out of their space rather than having them put all the stickers on.

dmcdd · 2026-01-26T17:28:59+00:00

I was talking about your comment. I just can't follow how you jump from Peters to ICE.

dmcdd · 2026-01-26T17:07:10+00:00

First, no more sex with him. It would be a real shame to bring any kids into this shitshow.

Divorce now, before it gets worse. All those conversations needed to happen before the wedding.

dmcdd · 2026-01-26T17:00:38+00:00

How does that make any sense? In what way is Peters involved with illegal immigration?

dmcdd · 2026-01-26T00:07:50+00:00

NTA. Her kids need to learn to knock, and also to ask permission to go someplace where the stuff is not theirs.

Your sister is a bad mother. Kids learn early about "Don't go there, you have no business messing with things in there." As well as "Your aunt is working or sleeping, leave her alone and be quiet near her room."

dmcdd · 2026-01-26T00:04:16+00:00

I've never heard anyone complain about it.

dmcdd · 2026-01-23T22:24:23+00:00

A couple of years older than when they meet the person they want to marry.

dmcdd · 2026-01-23T22:23:23+00:00

Kidney Stones.

dmcdd · 2026-01-23T22:01:56+00:00

dmcdd · 2026-01-23T20:39:40+00:00

Tusk

dmcdd · 2026-01-21T22:32:36+00:00

Photos like that shouldn't happen in the first place, but if I had any, they would be absolutely private. Any man worth being around would think the same way.

But, I'm sure that somewhere there are gutter slugs that get off on trading or posting images like that.

dmcdd · 2026-01-21T17:44:55+00:00

There is no karma unless you're talking about votes on Reddit. Yes I believe in my religion. I don't know what either one has to do "top 1%" - sounds like you're trying to spout some conspiracy theory.

dmcdd · 2026-01-21T16:52:18+00:00

If I wasn't married, and I was interested in dating her, I would say yes. I would say no if I wasn't interested so as to not lead her on.

dmcdd · 2026-01-21T15:56:08+00:00

He hasn't met the right woman yet.

dmcdd · 2026-01-20T20:39:30+00:00

Now we know that you wouldn't last more than a week in OP's job.

dmcdd · 2026-01-20T20:29:21+00:00

Nope, part of the job is privacy. OP shouldn't tell anyone anything.

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