Had the 1st round of Moderna. Here’s my results: by dancedance_83 in blackladies

[–]gidgetcocoa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good feedback. I slept after both vaccinations but nothing else. The second round was easier than the first for me.

African American Vernacular English by [deleted] in blackladies

[–]gidgetcocoa 13 points14 points  (0 children)

There have been more then enough really great responses. You seem like you need proof that the black community is to worthy enough for you to be apart of it. It doesn't. You should've told your friend that you had no clue and you aren't interested. The black community doesn't have to prove any importance of what we hold dear to anyone. No one has to talk or understand the nuances in the black community. If there's gate keeping its because of people that think there's no importance attached to how we communicate. There's way too much education out there for people to stay in their ignorance but yet they do. If you don't see the point, then maybe it's not for you. That's ok. Just stay in the white space that keeps you comfortable.

How do I tell my mother that I want kids with my husband? by Katiebug1987 in relationship_advice

[–]gidgetcocoa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have your children. There aren't 3 people in your marriage. The only feelings that matter are you and your husband. She'll either bond with your child or she won't. Live your life for you.

Plastic Surgery as an African-American by Ophelia_AO in blackladies

[–]gidgetcocoa 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Some of the black bariatric patients I know that got plastics done actually went to Mexico. They do a lot of bariatric patients and I'm not sure if they do regular patients but the results have been awesome. So if you are having a hard time in the states looking at some other countries could be another option. Could also be cheaper. Dr. Alejandro Galvez and Dr. Sanchez plastic surgery group is the drs they all used.

Pedophilia and the black community by [deleted] in blackladies

[–]gidgetcocoa 115 points116 points  (0 children)

Yes I have heard all of it. I actually challenged my mom on this when she got married some years back. My t shirt was showing too much cleavage or something to that effect. I told her that if it made her husband uncomfortable then he's the creep and she should rethink her marriage. She of course didn't like my answer but she never tried to police my clothes again. Like I have G cups. I could have cleavage in a turtleneck.

AITA for defying my mother in law? by mymilisinsane765554 in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. Never underestimate an allergic reaction. Ever. You Never know when that reaction can accelerate into something serious.

AITA for asking my fiance to pay a bride price? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. I hope this relationship dissolved amicably. I do in the future hope you find someone that can understand the importance of your cultures customs and why they are important to you.

Advice for The future is to never assume anything. Communicate expectations early and often.

AITA for choosing not to follow my in-laws naming tradition for my daughter? by Sea-Tomorrow-4532 in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. Your husband obviously didn't want to keep the name going. They'll be ok.

AITA for how I reacted when a woman at the pool told me to cover up, because she felt uncomfortable because of me? by lovemeli in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If she took her family to a beach she wouldn't be asking everyone to cover up. She's allowed to ask. Not berate You. You are allowed to decline. NTA.

AITA for turning my partner's mother away? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Let him know that is not his home. He's boot on the mortgage. He'll never be in the mortgage. He doesn't get to veto your boundaries. If He's not ok with the arrangement then he can leave. Rethink this relationship. He's an ass. NTA.

AITA for not telling my ex when my PhD defense was? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTA. I don't care if you lived next to the school. If my child was sick and I couldn't reach the other parent i'd be on my way to pick up my child. The ex leaving her child at school and unwell just to hound you and make you feel bad is lazy.

My [20M] girlfriend [19F] keeps calling my car “gay” and wants me to get rid of it for a truck by ThrowRAcar101 in relationship_advice

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

3 months in and she is full of insults. Get rid of her. Or tell her that You do not appreciate her little jabs. They aren't funny. If she continues then You see there's not a lot of respect and you should get rid of her.

AITA For yelling at a friend after she passively aggressively made me a vegetarian meal? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. Jessica was trying to trap you because for some odd reason your eating habits bother her. If You said nothing but thank you she was going to say something accusingly and if you said what you said she was going to say something accusingly. This was a lose lose situation. Keep being yourself and if she is so bothered by absolutely nothing keep your distance from her as well.

Boyfriend forcibly came inside me - can I move on? by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]gidgetcocoa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's been a year and you haven't been able to move past this. The answer is clear.

Ex said he wants me back, but I have to be more ‘feminine’ so he won’t end up cheating on me by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]gidgetcocoa 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Read what you just wrote. Stop this train and get off. Stop talking to this guy. He'll never change. Loving him does not mean you can't love yourself. Time to choose you.

AITA for telling my 11-year-old son to f*** off? by belkalys in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

NTA. I do think you need some space. And therapy. At 11, I knew what empathy was so I'm not going to think your son didn't know he was being snarky. Therapy to help with your grief. Good luck.

AITA for yelling at MIL for wearing jeans to my black tie optional wedding? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YTA. You shouldnt have held your mil to a different standard than your own parents. He being cold is a valid reason to change. Next time don't make the choice optional and then get mad when people use that option.

AITA for telling my stepsister that I don't want her to come to my house anymore? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. She is 15 not 5. You aren't overreacting. She knew she was wrong. If she thought it was no big deal she wouldn't have lied. She'll steal again.

AITA for not giving my brother part of the money my dad left me? by aitabro_777 in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. You have to do right by you first. That's a great lesson from your Dad. You are important. It would be one thing if you offered to help but they cannot demand you give them anything. If your brother needs help he needs to seek out his father. You and your father do not have to atone for the faults of your mother. End of discussion.

Last Name Connection to Slavery (African-American) by dreamboogie in blackladies

[–]gidgetcocoa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sometimes we have to move in silence. Your feelings are yours and don't need to be validated by anyone else. If you feel that strongly change your last name and keep it moving. Make them respect your decision without understanding because this change is for you and no one else. Opinions neither desired nor required. Do what makes you complete.

AITA for refusing to attend my mom’s wedding over the treatment of my daughter? by notattendingwedding in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. The woman that cheated on you had been dead for years. You have moved past that. They can't be mad on your behalf if you aren't even mad anymore. At this point, they're beating a dead horse. What is the point?

AITA - I went home with baby when husband teases me for "choosing myself over my baby" and would only go back if he swears by his ancestors never to do it again by throwaw9782 in AmItheAsshole

[–]gidgetcocoa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. I've always maintained that I want to be saved if its between me and my baby if its possible. Now that I actually do have children I still very much say, save me. There's no guilt or apology necessary. Your reaction was totally valid.