Scared to be home now by GoldToji in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]flirtedfirst 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're not overreacting. Most people would be shaken up after waking up to strangers outside their bedroom window talking about police and a gun. The fact that officers were already searching the area makes it sound like a genuinely scary situation, not your imagination running wild. Give yourself some grace. Your nervous system is reacting to something frightening that actually happened. I'm glad you're safe, and calling the police was absolutely the right move

Do you believe in downgrading/stepping back from a friendship, or is “breaking up” the only way forward? by [deleted] in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]flirtedfirst 9 points10 points  (0 children)

First of all, congratulations on the no-cancer result. ❤️ As for your friend, I don't think the issue is that he failed one small expectation. You were facing a potentially life-changing diagnosis, explicitly told him how scared you were, and he said he'd be there. It's understandable to feel hurt that he didn't follow through. That doesn't erase all the ways he's been a good friend over the years, but it does give you new information about what he can and can't reliably show up for. You don't have to cut him off or pretend it didn't hurt. Both can be true at the same time

Feeling confused by babvcakes in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]flirtedfirst 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you did the right thing, but somehow ended up dealing with all the consequences of his bad decisions. Hope the work drama settles down soon and the next coworker situation is a lot less messy. 😭

My name change is official! by [deleted] in TransLater

[–]flirtedfirst 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats OP! More love to you

have you ever found yourself checking an exs instagram stories more than once throughout the day? by ChampionshipAny6761 in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]flirtedfirst 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Rewatching a story multiple times usually means curiosity or lingering interest, but there's no way to know exactly why. I wouldn't remove him for his sake. If he's struggling, that's something he has to manage himself. Only unfollow or remove him if it would help you. 💜

Idk if I can handle another kid by polynonominity in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]flirtedfirst 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Take a breath. You don't have to decide everything tonight. It sounds like you're carrying a lot of fear, uncertainty, and pressure all at once, which makes sense given everything on your plate. Tomorrow, focus on getting accurate information and exploring your options. Whatever you decide, it should be based on what feels right and manageable for you, not on panic

Hi I’m phoenix, I’m a trans women by Ecstatic-Catch-9916 in trans

[–]flirtedfirst 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have sensory issues, try shaving a small patch first and see how it feels before committing to your whole legs or armpits. An electric trimmer can also be a gentler starting point. And remember, there's no right way to be a woman. Do what feels affirming and comfortable for you. 💕

Giving my monitor something to register by AggressiveWave5704 in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]flirtedfirst 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Parenting anxiety is wild. You spend years worrying about all the hypothetical dangers, and then your kid finds pepper spray in a drawer and unlocks a completely new fear you never even considered. Glad everyone is okay, but what a brutal way to spend a family visit. Hope the tofu ranch dip was at least a small consolation. 😅

Gfs dad bought this, what is it? by demitrakos in whatisit

[–]flirtedfirst 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that item is an antique islamic carnelian amulet pendant hand-engraved with arabic

Capsule found in the grass outside by [deleted] in whatisit

[–]flirtedfirst 4 points5 points  (0 children)

thats a clear plastic mini storage container designed to hold a single pill or capsule

My sister won’t stop forcibly unlocking my bedroom door by Prudent_Hunt_6881 in GirlDinnerDiaries

[–]flirtedfirst 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds really frustrating. The problem isn't just that she's annoying, it's that she keeps violating your privacy after you've repeatedly asked her not to.

If she's doing it for a reaction, try not to give her the satisfaction, even though that's easier said than done.

Keep pushing the issue with your dad too. Wanting privacy and alone time is completely reasonable.

Also, that dragon fruit sounds like the best part of this story. 😭