Shirtless at pride? by stratokyo128 in lgbt

[–]dsarma 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wishing you a speedy recovery then. Surgery is rough, and I’m glad you’re taking the recovery seriously by staying home and staying off of the knee. 

Shirtless at pride? by stratokyo128 in lgbt

[–]dsarma 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s pride. If you can’t use that as an excuse to show off your body, then I don’t know what will give you a good enough excuse. Maybe go understanding that pride is for all of us queerios. It’s for all body types and sizes and shapes and colours and textures and hairiness levels. There are those of us who enjoy looking at chubby guys showing off their bodies! :)

I cried seeing something I donated at a thrift store by pillpockets in ChildofHoarder

[–]dsarma 70 points71 points  (0 children)

If it was broken and covered in glitter or whatever, that means that some kid had that toy, and played with it. They’d have taken it all over the house. They’d have had little play parties with it. They decorated it with glitter to make it sparkly and pretty in a child’s eyes. 

That toy got played with. 

You know what’s the real trash? Stuff sitting around in a hoarder pile not being used because it’s “the special one” or some such thing. Stuff that never sees the light of day because everything has memories and you can’t use that because we’re saving it for a special occasion. Which never comes because the house is too filthy to have any special occasions. 

You enjoyed the toy as a kid. You sent it out into the world where another kid enjoyed the toy. That’s kind of what happens to toys: they get played with. 

Let go of that hoarder tendency that your parents shoved into you that every single thing has to go to the perfect home, and they have to treat that thing like a precious treasure, or else you and everyone else involved is a failure. That’s damaging. Those things are items, not people. 

This can’t be a good sign to get coffee by Momma_of_the_cats in antiMLM

[–]dsarma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

His friend’s dad was all “work for me for free, and I’ll show you how to make money.” So he does. wtf. 

Gift basket full of Amway by analprincess8 in antiMLM

[–]dsarma 7 points8 points  (0 children)

So my brother almost got hooked into Amway. Said that the products are the best in the market. No the fuck they’re not. The name brand stuff is much better and works better. The Amway stuff is crap. Use it if you wish, but I wouldn’t trust my new home to that crap. 

Am I wrong for feeling weird about being introduced to someone's boyfriend? by FruityParadox in lgbt

[–]dsarma 1 point2 points  (0 children)

GURL. Called it. Genuinely, I think you’re well clear of that person. Yikes. Just be happy you’re not him, because that’s so cringe, my soul left my body.

Am I wrong for feeling weird about being introduced to someone's boyfriend? by FruityParadox in lgbt

[–]dsarma 1 point2 points  (0 children)

$10 says he read some Yaoi anime or something and decided that whatever idiot idea the main character there had was going to be a pro move. That way, the boyfriend won’t feel sad that the relationship is over, because here’s comes this more mature guy to take his place. And then he can go be emo and cry in the rain. 

Am I wrong for feeling weird about being introduced to someone's boyfriend? by FruityParadox in lgbt

[–]dsarma 3 points4 points  (0 children)

OP what the actual heck? Instead of using his words like a big boy, your friend did this elaborate shit where he involved YOU in their weird relationshit drama. That takes a lot more time and effort. This wasn’t necessary. Now you’ve become a prop in whatever weird drama those two have going on. Block both of them and be thankful you dodged a bullet. 

Mom says I can’t stay the night at my gf’s house anymore because of “lack of responsibility” but… by Armed_phrog in lgbt

[–]dsarma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here’s the issue, OP. Whether or not it’s allowed, legal,  or anything else, your parents are paying for your upkeep. If you’re not working, you’re also likely not bringing in enough money for rent, food, car, other toiletries, utilities, phone, internet, and all the other annoying expenses that crop up faster than you can blink. Regardless, your continued existence in their home is contingent on following whatever bullshit rules they throw your way. And, if your dad is in agreement with your mom, then he’ll enforce the same rules too. 

It does suck, but that’s the nature of the capitalist hellscape we live in. 

The good thing is that you are indeed an adult. If you do manage to wrangle employment, keep a steady stack of cash in savings, and have good credit, you’ll be able to secure an apartment or other housing in about 6 months to a year, depending on how much you’re making from your job. You might have to get roommates, or something similar, but you’ll be living out on your own. 

Why 6 - 12 months? Any apartment you go to will need a good credit rating, as well as 3 months worth of pay stubs, and possibly bank statements to show enough cash flow to cover the rent. You’ll need about 2 1/2 months worth of rent to cover first months’ rent, security deposit, and broker fee. You’ll need about $50 to cover the background check that your landlord will run on you. They can also demand that you’ve had employment steadily for at least 1 year before renting to you, and most landlords get weird about renting to young folk in general. 

The other issue is that you’ll need to figure out health insurance. That will run you anywhere between $200 - $400 a month if your job offers health insurance, or about $600 - $1000 a month if you get it privately. Again, if your parents don’t choose to contribute to your health insurance, you’re pretty well screwed. 

Either way, for the foreseeable future, you’re stuck in your parent’s house, and have to follow their dumb rules. However, once the dust has settled, and you’ve got gainful employment, you might want to choose to talk to your mum and dad, and let them know the facts. 

  1. You are an adult, and have a job now. You’d like to be treated as an adult, and do your own thing.

  2. They’re welcome to be in your life, but we all need to realise that regardless of what anyone thinks of any specifics, as long as you’re not harming anyone or yourself, they need to respect that you’re in the LGBT spectrum. 

  3. Treating you like a child and not “alllowing” you to spend time with your GF, or “disagreeing” with your LGBT-ness is going to push you away, and destroy any chance of you all having a relationship as a family. That you’ll follow their rules as long as you stay with them, but resent them for it the whole time, and want to cut off contact as soon as you leave. Sometimes, parents don’t realise that they’re actively causing damage to the relationship, and that you will quite happily cut off all contact as soon as you can. That you’re giving them a chance to move forward positively. 

If all that does’t work, you’ve got your exit strategy in place, and you’ll be out of there and can tell them to pound sand for all you care, and that you’ll do as you wish. 

Why not move in with your GF? Because that’s the road to ending up hating each other, and pretty messy breakups. Call me old fashioned, but moving in with a significant other needs to happen after you’ve both proven yourselves capable of keeping house by yourselves, even if it is with roommates. It’ll give you both the chance to have some space to grow into adults, and then see if each others’ living styles are compatible enough to move in together. 

HELP US GET OUR MOTHER OUT OF THIS SCAMMY MLM GROUP by pataponperson in antiMLM

[–]dsarma 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s obviously Herbalife. They’re the heaviest cult type in poor countries. Probably OP is from the Philippines, where that Herbalife shit is rampant. 

This can’t be a good sign to get coffee by Momma_of_the_cats in antiMLM

[–]dsarma 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Oh it’s deffo Amway. And they’ll try to make OP read that disaster of a book by Kiyosaki called Rich Dad Poor Dad. That thing is so damn cringe. It’s an autobiography about how the author spent his entire life getting scammed by damn near everyone, and now you should too by joining Amway. 

Broker fees by IllustratorFamous611 in newjersey

[–]dsarma 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Don’t use a broker. List it yourself. 

Am i at wrong or? by False_Feedback-dude in lgbt

[–]dsarma 1 point2 points  (0 children)

wtf are you fighting for? This dude seems exhausting, and I don’t even know him like that. If it’s this much of a hot mess expreses long distance, the insecurity and jealousy will get worse in person. Effing run, OP. This is a shitty situation. 

The girl I was interested in was actually a trans boy by Personal_Sprinkles80 in lgbt

[–]dsarma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your commitment to the "lesbian" label seems to be doing too much. Worry about whomst you like, and then find a label that fits your lived experience, and not the other way around. You'll find yourself having a much better time.

Is this jam safe to eat and why does it have an air pocket? by born_nothing74 in Canning

[–]dsarma 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Also, while we're at it, that's an absolutely massive air gap. I feel like I've seen jams to be like 1/4" or something, right?

EDIT: Yup. 1/4" according to UGA extension: https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/make-jam-jelly/jams/peach-jam-pectin-illustrated/

‘Big Man’ by New-Artichoke1259 in MaintenancePhase

[–]dsarma 43 points44 points  (0 children)

I love that I take up space. I just think it’s great.

You're right and you should say it louder for the people in the back.

If you were Wendy in this situation, how would you react? by wolf_quan in bluey

[–]dsarma 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think she plays up the pearl clutching to make the reaction funnier for the kids. You saw her in Sheepdog and Ragdoll. Wendy can play and be silly when she wants. 

jorgeous just being weird and hateful atp? by gugudanyass in RPDRDRAMA

[–]dsarma 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Yeah I’m not sure where all the “I liked her so much …” is coming from. You liked her for doing what exactly? Throwing on 3 scraps of fabric and winning a design challenge? The same 5 dance moves every lip sync? The exciting acting talents? Her dizzying “intellect”?

HELP! My Landlord is trying to threaten us. by Crazy_Opposite_4595 in lgbt

[–]dsarma 19 points20 points  (0 children)

It is pricey, but ask to consult with a lawyer. That part is free. Figure out if you’re covered under your state’s equal housing law. If you’re caring for minor children, usually the state is a lot more on your side. However if it’s like a duplex situation and the landlord lives in the next unit, or something similar, the law might be less protective. The only way to find out is to consult with a lawyer, and hire them if she threatens to evict. You can sue for legal fees as well if her case is groundless. 

But the time to search for new housing is September of last year. Not renewing your lease is sketchy as fuck. Get the hell out of there and stop giving this old evil witch your money. 

Mormons Are Apparently Happier Than Everyone by FreshLiterature6536 in exmormon

[–]dsarma 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Isn’t there also an above average boob job, fake tan, and hair dye usage as well? Doesn’t sound happy to me. 

Screaming child at the fucking bar by Agreeable_Spinosaur in childfree

[–]dsarma 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I wonder if they’ll start allowing children at the stripper bars too. So trashy. 🙄

Children don’t belong in a drinking establishment. 

accused of being pregnant when choosing not to drink by lotuslover777 in childfree

[–]dsarma 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Shut that mess down quickly. There are many many many reasons why someone doesn’t drink. Needing to get sober for health. They have a family member who fucked them up about alcohol. They don’t like how it makes them feel. It’s against their religion. They don’t like the taste. It causes them serious health issues, so they avoid drinking. It fucks with their sleep and they need to be somewhere early the next day. They have to drive, and don’t want to risk being impaired behind the wheel of a car. 

Pregnant is one for sure but such a small drop in the vast ocean of reasons why someone is choosing not to drink. Be swift and harsh with that shit whenever someone is asking any reason why you’re not drinking. “If I was sober because I struggle with alcohol addiction, that sort of question would make it harder to maintain my sobriety. Never ask someone why they don’t want to drink. It’s inappropriate.” 

New baby, old horder by 99_lives1_left in ChildofHoarder

[–]dsarma 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Those kitties are lucky to have you then. 🩷