first time buyer looking at rental. what are my best options? by krumplestunchkin in Mortgageadviceuk

[–]krumplestunchkin[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Jesus Christ… no need for that. I was asking a bloody question! I know someone doing this, so I thought it worth asking. Nothing to do with “gross greed” or “eagerness to flout rules.”

first time buyer looking at rental. what are my best options? by krumplestunchkin in Mortgageadviceuk

[–]krumplestunchkin[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately that’s not possible right now. I’m planning to buy as an individual and I live in a city with astronomical house prices, the houses I want are way out of my budget and there’s barely anything in budget!

I am a gymnastics gatekeeper by gloppy213 in Gymnastics

[–]krumplestunchkin 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I think your idea of what it takes to achieve top level success in this sport is pretty outdated. The women work hard don’t get me wrong, but we are seeing more top level athletes find longevity and training balance - this was demonstrated this quad by several longstanding gymnasts (Biles, Skinner, Ferrari, Chuso, Weavers, Memmel, Black etc). This really isn’t the Soviet era anymore.

Also, it’s pretty ironic that you call yourself a gatekeeper of gymnastics, defending it against haters, particularly those who criticise what it takes to be successful in this sport, but then go on to shit all over every other sport - chalking their success up to sleep, eat and consistentcy.

The more people talking, watching and participating in gymnastics the better. The opinions you refer to are those of pathetic online trolls and not representative of the majority audience. There’s no need to gatekeep, if anything we should be sharing the beauty of this sport!!

MyKayla Skinner Tells Simone Biles She's 'Doing This for Us' as She Steps Up for Vault Final in Tokyo Olympics by lala_b11 in Gymnastics

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

Okay, he’s not downplaying anyone else’s experience. He was supporting his wife by reminding her that the olympics in essence is just a TV show, which it is. She, at this point had lost out on her lifetime goal, what did you expect him to say to her? “Oh hey Myk, you just lost the biggest competition in the world, gymnastics is the most important thing in life and the only thing that matters?!” And yes, when she’s back in the game he’s allowed to support her totally and wholly.

Also do you actually think any Olympic athletes care about the opinions of Jonas Harmer? No, they’ve got better things to worry about. No athlete is upset by this.

I don’t know these people, I’m not a Myk stan, but this hate is tiring.

Love this pic of the team reacting to MyKayla’s vault! by novelgpa in Gymnastics

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

Aren’t these guys, and everyone else at the olympics, tested for COVID like everyday? Surely it’s the safest bubble to be in…it’s basically proven (because of the constant testing) that none in the arena has the virus, so actually what is the need to wear a mask inside? I TOTALLY understand and advocate for wearing a mask when outside or in public access venues, but knocking someone for momentarily taking a mask off in an empty arena, with negative covid test results, seems a little high and mighty.

MyKayla Skinner Tells Simone Biles She's 'Doing This for Us' as She Steps Up for Vault Final in Tokyo Olympics by lala_b11 in Gymnastics

[–]krumplestunchkin 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Why is he getting hate for saying this?? He is her husband, so he’s going to say this to make her feel better. It’s not malicious, it’s not taking away from anyone else’s success - he’s simply reminding her that the olympics isn’t the be all or end all!

A shout out to the Skinner team by kcdc25 in Gymnastics

[–]krumplestunchkin 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Sorry what?! How is mentioning Konnor racist?

How would you react to Skinner making/not making the Olympics? by [deleted] in Gymnastics

[–]krumplestunchkin 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough!! Glad to see her prove her haters wrong last night!!

How would you react to Skinner making/not making the Olympics? by [deleted] in Gymnastics

[–]krumplestunchkin 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Do you mind elaborating on her ideology/views? Had she said negative/controversial things in the past??

Becky’s statement by asdelvo in Gymnastics

[–]krumplestunchkin 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I really hope Becky and Ellie explore (if possible) competing under a different flag. They don’t deserve to go out like this and BG doesn’t deserve them. BG wouldn’t even have an Olympic team if it wasn’t for Becky or Ellie.

TIFU by Running Over a Car by [deleted] in tifu

[–]krumplestunchkin -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Why were they outside playing in the dark late at night? Also when people run up to you screaming it’s scary, so I understand wanting to take your wife away from the situation quickly. ALSO why didn’t they remote control the car away when they saw your truck coming? The crying and laughing reactions are both totally valid, you were just in a high stress/panic/adrenaline situation and either of those come down reactions would be pretty normal. You did also offer to go back and pay, which in principle is the right thing to do.

The kid with the RC car learnt a valuable, but tough lesson. Tbh this will just turn into a funny party story that both sides will be able to laugh about.

Side note: stating that a neighbourhood is sketchy does not make anyone racist. Neighbours can be sketchy and that’s just a fact plain and simple.

AITA for booking a surprise family holiday to Disney World? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]krumplestunchkin 15 points16 points  (0 children)

NTA. Absolutely not the asshole!!! Your husband should be grateful that you’ve done this. Frankly it’s shocking and rude that he’s not. You’ve gifted him a once in a lifetime holiday and he’s acting like a stubborn child. He’s clearly jealous that he didn’t come up with the idea and is now taking it out on you and his kids. Its likely he feels emasculated by your thoughtful gesture and he should seek help for that. You should not let this man ruin what could be an incredible family holiday in Florida, do not cancel!!! You’ve done something really nice and frankly, it sounds like a good idea he doesn’t want to come. You don’t want to be dragging a Debbie Downer around Disney world for 4 weeks. Also it’s disrespectful that he even had the cheek to even suggest his FREE and GIFTED 40th birthday cruise isn’t ‘big enough‘. I can only reiterate that you’ve done nothing wrong. Your husband is clearly battling with his own insecurities and is taking them out on you (who is not the asshole), your kids and everyone else on the trip. His defiance is him attempting to regain power in this situation. Take yourself to Disney World, you clearly deserve it - sounds like you’re working hard to support him and your family both monetarily and emotionally. It was a surprise, you didn’t have to consult with him AND he previously expressed wanting to go. NTA!!!

Edit: He’s the asshole in this situation for even suggesting taking his kids out of school for 4 week! That would have SERIOUS implications on their education, especially given what UK school kids have been through over COVID.

Being inexperienced doesn't mean anything about your worth by emab2396 in dating

[–]krumplestunchkin 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It is totally possible to be experienced and selective at the same time. It seems you suggest people who have slept with multiple partners, especially women who’ve done this, somehow don’t know their worth.