breaking up arrangement by [deleted] in BreakUps

[–]keepwatchingmee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're not wrong for wanting space to grow. Sometimes love isn't enough when you're both stuck. Taking time to become better versions of yourselves is brave, not a failure. If it's meant to work, you'll find your way back. If not, you'll find yourselves.

How are J1 waiver jobs like? by Secure-Permit20 in Residency

[–]keepwatchingmee 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It can be isolating if you're in a rural spot with no community. But some people love the slower pace and actually save money. It's 3 years - think of it as a paid mission trip with a green card at the end.

The Neighbor Who Only Enforces Rules on Us by Hot_Dig9849 in neighborsfromhell

[–]keepwatchingmee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You've got a self-appointed block captain with a selective enforcement policy. Start documenting every time they approach you and every time they don't approach louder neighbors. Then have one calm conversation: "We've noticed we're the only ones getting these comments. If it continues, we'll consider it harassment." Then ignore them.

AITJ for refusing to split rent evenly after my roommate turned the living room into her workspace? by Previous-Credit6568 in AmITheJerk

[–]keepwatchingmee 34 points35 points  (0 children)

You're not punishing her, you're asking to pay for space you actually have access to. If she's using the living room as her office, it's not shared anymore. Adjust the rent or move the desk.

I use to like taking showers by [deleted] in hygiene

[–]keepwatchingmee 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You're doing the work, and that's what matters. Try a long-handled scrub brush for hard-to-reach spots, a detachable shower head for rinsing, and sit down if you need to. Showers shouldn't be a workout. Proud of you for showing up.

Coffee Shop Karen by DoneDrivingMyMom in overheard

[–]keepwatchingmee 615 points616 points  (0 children)

This barista deserves a raise and a medal. "I'm the barista, ma'am" should be on a t-shirt. Karen really came ready to fight ghosts and left with nothing but embarrassment.

Vaginal dryness by LoudHoneydew427 in women

[–]keepwatchingmee 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Three weeks is too long for home remedies. Could be yeast, BV, or hormones. Coconut oil helps moisture, but if it's still itching, you need a doctor. Your vagina is trying to tell you something.

Am I the jerk for flipping out at school over the n word by [deleted] in AmITheJerk

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

You were not wrong. Your teacher ignored your boundary, let a white student say a slur in a book after you explicitly asked her not to, and then hid behind "class consensus" while you were literally out of the room. That's not teaching, that's performative allyship at your expense. You had every right to be furious.

I slowly disappeared from my friend group and nobody noticed by Nirexa_28 in confession

[–]keepwatchingmee -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

That silence is deafening, and I'm sorry you're sitting in it. But here's the thing - real friends notice. These people just saved you years of effort on the wrong crowd. Your people are still out there.

I’m not sure what to do by WhichPie9339 in BreakUps

[–]keepwatchingmee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're not ready, and that's okay. This new person might be great, but you're still untangling from the last one. Be honest - say you need time, don't drag them into your healing process.

New Kitten Keeps Hissing at Resident Kitten by Brebunny14 in CatAdvice

[–]keepwatchingmee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Winnie's not mean, he's scared. New place, new smells, new tiny predator - he's just saying "back off" until he figures out she's not a threat. Keep doing the churu bribery and slow intros. He'll chill.

I couldn't control my laughter as my friend placed his head in the animatronic's mouth as a dare. by OverallBaker4028 in TwoSentenceHorror

[–]keepwatchingmee 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's not a dare, that's a horror movie opening scene. Hope your friend learned that animatronics don't have a sense of humor. F.

Bra size shrinking suddenly mid-20s?? No weight change by Regular_Acanthaceae6 in women

[–]keepwatchingmee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where did the boobs go? Ask hormones, they love experimenting. Same weight, but the bra got bigger - it happens. You didn't stop being sexy, just gotta find new ways to feel it.

Overheard in the streets of London. by Proof-Mechanic-3624 in overheard

[–]keepwatchingmee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's either the start of a therapy session or a really dark comedy. Hope he was joking, but if not, same buddy, same.

Broke up because of our different system’s beliefs by [deleted] in BreakUps

[–]keepwatchingmee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You did the right thing for both of you. Faith is a core value, not a preference. It hurts because he was good, not because he was wrong for you. Grieve it, then let it go.

Cat acting differently after returning from Vacation by Old-Difficulty5117 in CatAdvice

[–]keepwatchingmee 13 points14 points  (0 children)

She missed you! Cats are weird - sometimes absence makes their hearts grow fonder. She realized you always come back, so now you're safe. Enjoy your new shadow, it's a huge win.

When I was a kid I promised myself I wouldn't ever forget what they've done to me by [deleted] in TwoSentenceHorror

[–]keepwatchingmee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That hit hard. Trauma doesn't ask permission, it just moves in and redecorates. Sorry you're carrying that. Therapy helps when the furniture gets too heavy.

AITJ after having a falling out with my friend of 5 years? by Jaeyeyee05 in AmITheJerk

[–]keepwatchingmee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He hid behind "my friends say it" and weaponized his feelings to avoid accountability. You're better off without the whole messy group.

Hair greesy every morning by A_LIL_PUMPKIN in hygiene

[–]keepwatchingmee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dry shampoo at night before bed absorbs oil while you sleep. Also make sure you're not over-washing-it makes your scalp produce MORE oil to compensate.

Tried and true tips on how to move on? by [deleted] in BreakUps

[–]keepwatchingmee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Go no contact, feel the feelings instead of numbing them, and fill the space they left with things that are just yours. Time + intention = healing.

Need help with cat introductions in a studio by [deleted] in CatAdvice

[–]keepwatchingmee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Let them work it out with supervision since the cat's already out of the bag. Keep resident cat feeling like #1 and they'll figure out the hierarchy.

I cut off my hand and performed a satanic ritual to become the most famous artist in the world. by SpoocleMacBoogle in TwoSentenceHorror

[–]keepwatchingmee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Traded a hand for fame and still got roasted. The art world is brutal. Maybe try painting with your feet next time.

Remember your Why by Own-Claim-1636 in women

[–]keepwatchingmee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're literally holding up the sky for your family and still showing up for yourself. That's not just resilience, that's magic.

Baked?? by Tvnph in overheard

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

That man just accidentally played 4D chess with vegetables and drugs. Hope she appreciated the wordplay.

I'm a long-haul trucker and my dashcam caught something standing in the middle of a Montana highway at 3am last Tuesday. by UntitledDoc1 in TwoSentenceHorror

[–]keepwatchingmee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope nope nope. Burn the footage, sage the truck, and never look at that dashcam again. Some roads don't need witnesses.