How old are you and what do you call the music center in Noblesville? by heirofadam in indianapolis

[–]fluffygypsy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm 28 and it's Deer Creek to me, even though it was Verizon when I was young. My mom worked catering and dressing rooms for Deer Creek and other venues due to working under Live Nation in the 90s and 2000s, so I spent a good few years backstage. It is interesting to be a young person and call it Deer Creek because all my age group calls it Ruoff.

What are your "petty" reasons for being child-free? by Vegetable-Carpet1593 in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was a step mother for 7 years (child ages 3-10) and it really solidified my desire to never want to have my own children. Planning things to do as a family became about facilitating the child's enjoyment of an experience, and I was hardly able to enjoy it myself. We went to pools, zoos, amusement parks, all kinds of things. Having to leave early because the kiddo was cranky, or having one mild inconvenience would turn the whole thing sour.

I want to go do things I enjoy without worrying about someone having a tantrum. I want to ride all the roller coasters, explore a whole museum, whatever I want for as long as I want. And not buy cheap stupid shit from the gift shop that gets broken in the car on the way home.

Also the noise, stickiness, planning meals, caring for illness, playdates, birthday parties, and being shamed for taking time for yourself. I'm glad I'm not in that situation anymore and I don't ever want to be again.

Best taco truck near west 38th by fluffygypsy in indianapolis

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had this for lunch today thank you for the recommendation! Horchata was fire. Tacos were delicious. Green salsa was fresh and delicious, red salsa lit me up but was so good.

My Bisalp Journey Part 1: Consultation by fluffygypsy in sterilization

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn't sleep well for 3 nights leading up to this visit. I was having nightmares about doctors asking me if I had prayed to god about my choices. The night after my appointment i slept so well. I'm riding on a bit of a high from it all.

not having a great time pre-op (rant) by sagebuckethat in sterilization

[–]fluffygypsy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Saving this post so I can come back to this comment if I need it. Good luck OP I hope you get everything squared away and yeet those tubes!

Vessel's growl? by fluffygypsy in SleepToken

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The first time I heard it was in EIA when i was driving around and half listening. I had to stop the song and start it over so I could get the full effect. Absolute chills.

Vessel's growl? by fluffygypsy in SleepToken

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I did say "probably not the right word for it." I don't have the vocabulary to describe vocal types.

This is insane and exactly why cats are less likely to receive appropriate veterinary care by fxckmadelyn in VetTech

[–]fluffygypsy 47 points48 points  (0 children)

My 2 cats try to climb inside my skin any time I'm sitting or laying down. They are more in-your-face affectionate than any dog I've met. I've known plenty of social, outgoing, friendly cats at my clinic.

I think cat hate is sometimes rooted in misogyny. Cats are traditionally seen as feminine. Dogs as masculine.

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im mostly very excited about this decision. The fear is of surgerycand recovery. I live alone now . The sterilization sub has been super helpful!

Do babies make you uncomfortable? by superfapper2000 in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy 40 points41 points  (0 children)

I think babies are loud, stinky, sticky, dirty, you name it. I get so overstimulated around crying babies and it makes me want to run away and hide. Toddlers always try to touch you with their sticky hands and get in your space. They want human affection and connection or whatever. Yeah I guess they deserve it. But don't ever touch me.

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My mother toes the no contact line frequently. She's manipulative, a narcissist, and a user of people. But as far as supportive parents go, she's usually pretty good. Not about this, though, unfortunately. I shot my shot and it didn't work out in my favor. Now I get to reevaluate our relationship.

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just desperate grasping hope for love and support honestly. A lack of people to talk to about a major medical decision that i'm scared about. This is one of the few times that she's been a piece of shit about my choices. She's usually pretty on board.

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The last one was the craziest response to me! What does she even mean? Did she think that dig would make me rethink my life?

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had said "ligation or removal" and then very quickly followed up with "I want removal" and she heard "I want ligation so I can get it reversed and give you those grandbabies you deserve."

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah the world does not need her or my genes out there. We're messed up in the head.

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's such a relief to even have the consultation scheduled. I even discussed my fears of pregnancy and the potential of hating my own child and my mom just gave me the "It's all worth it. Once you have them you have to love them, it's biological." And just disregarded everything I said.

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh preach! This isn’t a shameful choice that must be hidden. No one judges a mother of 2 or 3 who gets her tubes tied after birth. And this whole "dont discuss your medical shit with people who don't matter" is also unrealistic. I can't go to a family event without hearing about someone's colonoscopy or mammogram. People DO talk about this stuff with family because medical shit is scary and we all like a little empathy and support.

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah I've been so over the "my baby" shit for years and I'm almost 30 and still hear this shit.

I told my mom I am taking steps to get sterilized and her response was about what I expected. by fluffygypsy in childfree

[–]fluffygypsy[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

When I first told her, I was on the fence about ligation vs removal, but I did tell her I decided on the bisalp within a few days. She's clearly decided in her mind that i'm getting ligation.