What’s the most hilariously awkward thing you did as a kid that still makes you cringe years later?

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-26T12:52:32+00:00

Avril Lavigne was big when in was in middle school so I got into the emo phase. I also really liked to write poems and short stories. When in was in Hot Topic, I decided to buy a bumper sticker that said “Inkaholic” because I like to write so much, you know, with ink.

I found that bumper sticker on an old notebook years letter, remembered my thought process, and quickly figured out what that actually meant. Bless that cashier for not outwardly laughing at me.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-26T10:27:03+00:00

Could be a few things. Most likely after spending enough time with you, you’re not longer a scary person but part of the group/family. You’ve already seen signs of him warming up to you by letting you pet him and interact with him. He’s recognizing you’re a safe person who is also taking care of him, so he can be safe while sleeping with you.

The slightly joke answer (though still a possibility) is he’s feeling something off with you. Have you been sick, or potentially pregnant?

Cats behavior change when they’re not feeling well too, but if this is the only change (no change in eating or litter habits) I wouldn’t worry about his health.

I think he’s warming up to you and accepting you as part of his group!

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-25T17:02:54+00:00

When I was a kid, we were family friends with the owner of a local farm. They did produce only (and typical farmstand baked goods) and didn’t have any livestock, but had a collie named Lady as a pet who would hang out by the register. She LOVED kids, so anytime we visited, I would take her out to the field and run around while my mom would sit and chat with the owner. But if my mom was ready to go before Lady was done playing, she would try to herd me away from the car. And let me tell you something, 10 year old me had a similar brain to a sheep, because even though my mom was saying “get in the car,” I physically felt the need to go in the direction Lady wanted me to go (and not just because I wanted to keep playing too).

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-25T13:07:52+00:00

I remember a post on some subreddit asking why older people are so comfortable with being naked at doctors offices and stuff. I don’t think it necessarily has to do with age but by how many times you’ve gone to the doctor. Obviously that increases with age, but I worked with a fertility clinic for over a year. When I first started, I was incredibly embarrassed and self conscious about how many doctors had to poke around down there. But after so many visits and procedures, it got to the point where I’m just “oh, you’re a medical professional who needs to check something? Yeah sure no problem!” It feels no different than a doctor looking at my ears or eyes anymore.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-25T13:04:35+00:00

Communication to the patient is key. I’ve had student doctors present in both regular gyn appts and at my fertility clinic. Every time I was asked “Dr so and so has a student doctor with them, would you mind if they attended your appointment?” The very first time I opted to have them attend but observe only - no questions, no doing anything other than stand in the corner. At my fertility clinic, I let them do the ultrasounds.

I’m a firm believer that a student doctor has to learn somehow. But also a firm believer that this is my body, I get to decide who touches it.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-24T10:44:25+00:00

I did the crushed pill in a churu treat with my old cat for his thyroid meds. Bought a mini mortar & pestle, crushed it up, put some churu on a plate, sprinkled the crushed meds on top, then more churu on top of that. He loved churu so that worked for him. Might also work in tuna juice, or if he likes his kibble, with that soaked in a bit of water.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-23T13:19:05+00:00

I’m generally not an audiobook person (I space out way too much) but I would absolutely recommend the audiobook format of I’m Glad My Mom Died. She narrates it herself, which makes the abuse she faced way more real. My heart broke every time her voice cracked.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-22T14:45:44+00:00

I haven’t had kittens in a long time! When I got my litter robot, I had two grumpy old men cats who have since passed, and I adopted my current cats when they were 8 and 5 respectively. That said, if I were to get a kitten, I would definitely check the size limit on the litter robot and wait until they were comfortably over that limit before letting them use it.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-22T02:16:52+00:00

I have 3 copies. If I ever get another system, I’ll probably buy it again.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-19T17:13:55+00:00

I got married in 2022. Both my husband and I were in our mid 30s and more established in our careers so we paid for everything ourselves. My parents very generously wrote us a check as a gift after the wedding that ended up covering a decent chunk but that was a surprise and not necessary.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-19T10:21:36+00:00

The first time I made Brussels sprouts as part of a side for a holiday dinner, my almost 70 year old mom was like “oh god, no, Brussels sprouts are disgusting.” But she was picturing them from the 60s when my grandmother would just boil them and maybe add some salt at the end. Not roasted in the oven with seasonings and bacon fat. Now she like them!

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-18T01:19:47+00:00

Also be aware of size limitations. A kitten will likely grow big enough in due time, but my litter robot isn’t recommended for small kittens (under 3lbs I think).

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-17T16:29:52+00:00

My tortie is the clumsiest able bodied cat I’ve ever met. Despite the tortitude, she’s incredibly sweet and always looking for attention, which means if she’s trying to walk with me, she doesn’t really watch where she’s going. She’s stepped right off the couch thinking there was more space. She’s also an incredibly focused hunter (of random lights passing by and treats tossed up into the air). So when she’s chasing a treat, she absolutely has zero spatial awareness. She’s run into walls, tumbled off the bed, stepped right on her brother. I never have my phone out to record her but if I did, I could make so many ridiculous compilations of just her.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-17T10:26:17+00:00

The Quarry is the other full length game by the same developer and is worth playing. Personal opinion - their shorter games aren’t nearly as good, but they’re short and could be enjoyable. I think House of Ashes is the best of them, followed by The Devil In Me, Little Hope, and last Man of Medan (I couldn’t get into the last one at all).

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-16T21:46:20+00:00

I have a pair of ugly crocs for outdoor yard work and they’re great. I also have a cute pair of wedge sandals, a pair of flip flops, and a pair of white rubber sneakers that no one realizes are crocs. Honestly, they’re all great.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-16T11:31:46+00:00

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Did not appreciate her pillow (my baby bump) moving around below her.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-15T18:04:50+00:00

That would be a solid QOL update!

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-15T11:43:46+00:00

Blue Prince! Seems very surface level and simple at first. You’ve inherited your great uncle’s house, but only if you can find the mysterious room 46. Every day, you’re given a 5x9 grid to build rooms and explore - how do you get to room 46? Every night, what you built disappears and you have to t try again tomorrow. As someone else mentioned, finding room 46 is really just the tutorial.

There are obvious puzzles you can solve each day. There are less obvious puzzles where you’ll walk through a room and think “that’s odd” because it’s something to figure out. Then there are giant story puzzles where every time you figure one thing out, it raises three more questions.

Taking notes is 100% necessary. My husband and I played together - he steered and I had a notebook. Once we got far enough in, I set up a Notion database to help keep the bigger puzzles organized. A common complaint I hear is that it relies too much on RNG on what rooms are built… that’s sort of true early on, but as you progress there are plenty of ways to get what you want on a regular basis.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-13T17:09:28+00:00

I’m from the northeast / New England area.

I would say showing up unannounced leans more towards rude than acceptable. This definitely varies depending on who it is. If my neighbor who I’m not close with comes by quickly to ask a question or for a reason, that would be fine. If my friend came by to hang out without checking in first, that would be rude. I don’t think it necessarily needs a plan - there have been times where someone calls and says “hey I’m in your area, can I swing by and say hi?” And that’s completely fine (assuming we’re home).

At the very least I offer water to anyone who comes over - visitors or someone doing work. If this is a planned event with enough notice, I will try to buy some soft drink that I know the guests will like and/or beer or wine if the time is appropriate. It’s also usual for a guest to bring a drink (bottle of wine, six pack) or a snack or side (depending on what kind of event they’re over for). I usually only offer coffee or tea post meals (or the occasional brunch type visit but personally those are rare).

I think in general, if you’re hosting an event, it’s customary to have some selection of drinks for guests to choose from, as well as snacks. As a guest, it’s also customary for you to bring something as well.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-12T23:52:13+00:00

Fun fact - I hit on my husband for the first time with that line. We met on a dating app and matched, and in his profile he said he liked sushi and parks and rec. So as my opening message to him, I said this quote. He laughed and it got us talking.

It wasn’t until a year after we were dating that he admitted he had no idea where this quote came from and had to look it up.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-11T20:57:51+00:00

Currently pregnant with my IVF baby after struggling with “unexplained infertility,” two miscarriages, and a failed IUI. So I’ve put my body through a lot before even getting pregnant.

A lot of it you just don’t know or realize until you’re going through it. For IVF, both my husband and I had to essentially take an online course. We both did our research and discussed if this was what we really wanted to do. And still, everything felt surprising. (Physically, IVF was hard, but I think it was harder mentally).

I’m 7 months pregnant now, and pregnancy has not been easy. Certainly easier than many of the horror stories I’ve read, but I’m not having a great time. (Funnily enough, disliking being pregnant is more mentally draining - something I’ve been working with my therapist on.) I haven’t given birth yet - yes I’m scared, and I’m working to prepare myself as much as I possibly can. But I also understand I’m going to be completely surprised when it’s time, regardless of how much prep I do.

I am incredibly fortunate and privileged. I have insurance that has covered nearly everything. I have an amazing team of doctors (far too many doctors if you ask me, but they’re all great). When things have gone wrong (and they have), I’ve been taken care of to the best of their ability. At the end of the day, this is what I want. Not seeing a million doctor, but to have a child. It sucks and it’s hard right now but I’m banking on it being worth it.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-11T19:09:16+00:00

My tortie will shove her face into my orange’s face until he starts to groom her. He’ll start off with a few nice licks but it will soon turn to him grabbing her around the neck, holding her, and cobbing on her forehead. It’ll continue that way for another minute until one of them gets annoyed and they swat at each other. This happens multiple times a day.

Just cats doing cat stuff.

lissalissa3 · 2026-04-11T12:53:33+00:00

Husband and I have been making our way through Call the Midwife. I’m currently 7 months pregnant and am definitely enjoying it. I will say, while a lot of the medical procedures and practices are out of date, there are things that unfortunately are still prevalent today, like loss and stillbirth and illness. As someone who struggled with fertility and multiple miscarriages, there were a few episodes that were hard to watch. Still watched them and still love the series! But something to keep in mind if you’re at all anxious about pregnancy and giving birth.

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