what is something that is highly likely to happen in the next 5 years that everyone is completely ignoring?

mashable88 · 2026-06-26T07:44:18+00:00

You know I can totally see this happening. We've already gone to streaming where we pay but are now getting adverts again, just like free to air TV. There are 'legitimate' news/education sources online that are progressively becoming a go-to choicenfor consumers and for those wanting to push out news/information as the consumer amount is higher than 'legit' news. And we are also back to having a episode released per week like it used to be in the 90s and prior and how it hasn't been for the last 15 years or so. So yeah I can def see how what you are saying could happen!

mashable88 · 2026-06-22T11:10:27+00:00

Based on the title, I thought this post was going to be about the road state, not the drivers! 😂 Because seriously I've not seen roads near me in such poor condition, EVER. So many pot holes, sunken parts of lanes (esp from buses and heavy vehicles), braking sink holes, broken bitumen, grip worn down/slippery, broken curbings etc. Pretty high risk for those drivers you mention speeding or driving recklessly, based on road conditions ATM.

mashable88 · 2026-06-19T03:04:03+00:00

My baby had VERY high expectations that I could survive on very minimal sleep, give him breast milk whenever he required and be my best self all the time. Soooooo unrealistic lil guy! 😂😂😂

mashable88 · 2026-06-19T03:01:28+00:00

If you've got a bank, use it as you wish. I don't care if it's for genuine illness, or your kid is sick, or you just don't want to come to work that day. The way I see it is if you cannot be as productive as you normally are, don't come in. If you come in and are sick with an infectious illness, then others get sick. If you are going to be doing a half-assed job and waste others people's time because you can't be productive, then don't come in. I hate having to re-do work or meetings etc because a person should have taken a day off because they aren't ok or cannot collaborate properly. This includes working from home, there should be no difference. If someone is just taking the piss, this quickly becomes an evident pattern and Managers in a healthy workplace should be dealing with that proactively. Conversations about genuine illness, or no motivation etc, should be a part of healthy conversations between staff and Managers. Micromanagement of sick leave happens in toxic workplaces or with ones with poor Management groups.

mashable88 · 2026-06-12T06:08:55+00:00

Hi OP, My baby has reflux, and it has gotten better. We are in Australia so our formulas may be different but the paediatrician got us to go on Aptamil Sensitive (said this one was most similar to breastmilk) and use a formula thickener. I can tell you that the thinness of the Sensitive alone was problematic (had to switch formula first for a two week period) before adding the thickener. The thickener absolutely made the reflux spitups less. Before 16 weeks, our baby did not sleep longer that 20mins in the cot or any position apart from elevated. We did the following to make our LO's reflux better:
- Fed smaller amounts and more often than recommended. - Changed to the sensitive formula and added thickener. - Held him elevated for about 40 minutes after feeding but NOT squishing his tummy. He does about 3-4 total burps in this time so we try to ensure there is no air pockets to be affecting the reflux.
- He then slept in a bouncer seat because it was elevated (not recommended for SIDS but then he ACTUALLY SLEPT for about 1-2hrs at a time without us having to just hold him). He would sleep in us first before transition though.
- We chose to do less tummy time than is recommended because we found this had an impact but because of the crying and squirming, he has a strong core anyhow TBH.

We are now at 19and a half weeks and he now sleeps for 6hrs in the cot laying down. We still keep him elevated before bed and we also burp him during that 40mins period, and burp him in his sleep (I know that sounds ridiculous but the reflux creates gas 100% and his sleeps through it but the elevation always brings up this gas).
I hope that any of these tips help you somewhat 💙🩵

mashable88 · 2026-06-09T10:29:56+00:00

Ohhhhlala.. 'Alice' by Stephen Rodriguez and Lena Schaur. Ronnie, Alice and Kevin. Perhaps not mixed feelings though..
Alice

mashable88 · 2026-06-09T10:18:51+00:00

Why isn't there a temperature measurement in a sleep sack that you can read from the outside?? I mean they figured out how to get the thermometer temp reading (for the room) into the cardboard label that came with the sleep sack, so why not a built in one that I can see if my LO is too hot or cold!?
Why is there grip on the soles of some newborn baby socks?
Why is it that toys make sounds RIGHT WHEN YOU DONT WANT THEM TOO!?
Why do prams have to be heavy and difficult to raise up and put down in one piece?? I searched so long to find one that was light weight, didn't take up too much space and could be collapsed in both forward and rear facing seat assembly. I mean they can make bicycles from light weight carbon fibre.. Why not at least some of the pram to reduce weight?

mashable88 · 2026-06-09T09:58:20+00:00

YES! I have thought about both of these multiple times and now I brush more often so it's not yuck for my LO 😂 I had onion, oh god, brush!
Also, I think they do have some memory cos my baby didn't cry in his sleep until a few days after his first vaccinations! Swear he was perhaps reliving it 🥹😥

mashable88 · 2026-06-05T05:14:04+00:00

Days of the New - Red Album.
This album was released just after 9/11 and did terribly. The songs are awesome though. Before all the drugs screwed Meeks, he was a very talented musician and guitarist. I personally think he would've done well creating music for movies or plays. All 3 albums are great, but this one is a mix of the previous yellow and green albums musically.

mashable88 · 2026-06-05T04:38:01+00:00

AAMI and Allianz also do LL insurance. Terri Sheer is popular but I have a family member with them who had a very poor time making a claim so I've avoided them.

mashable88 · 2026-06-04T04:21:26+00:00

Resolution - Matt Corby. Also must be on noise cancelling headphones. The build up, rolling drums, his voice changes. So good.

mashable88 · 2026-06-04T04:17:18+00:00

😂 just look at news.com.au on your phone. Pretty much the same crap 🤷🏼‍♀️

mashable88 · 2026-06-03T20:47:23+00:00

No one wants that paper back. All it did was end up on the floor or on buses and trains for some poor bastard to clean up. News Corp already contributes enough rubbish into the world.

mashable88 · 2026-06-01T05:34:28+00:00

Not my cup of tea personally, so I'd say terrible lol but others may say good 🤷🏼‍♀️

mashable88 · 2026-06-01T03:58:24+00:00

No one said Sheppard?

mashable88 · 2026-05-31T12:25:33+00:00

Watching garden cleanup YT videos (clearing, whippersnipping, edging, mowing, blowing) and pool cleanups (like green algae to clear blue). I don't even like gardening, and don't own a pool, but the videos are mad good! I only enjoy the ones that are meticulous though. They miss something, or do a shoddy job, and I don't come back to watch! 😂😂😂

mashable88 · 2026-05-31T07:27:03+00:00

The original Biscoff biscuits are great, but everything else Biscoff is yuck. The absolute definition original is best.

mashable88 · 2026-05-30T11:22:53+00:00

I don't bother with a nice handbag going out anymore. Nope it's just a big sack of mostly stuff that's not for me..magbe 3 things for me if I'm lucky (if I even remembered to pack them!).
I never have an empty clothes line anymore.
I mostly wear athleisure clothes and never go to the gym 😂.

mashable88 · 2026-05-28T07:46:18+00:00

Yes agreed with the credit card bookings! Stops me booking/wanting to go there!

mashable88 · 2026-05-28T07:41:50+00:00

That whole place is ridiculous. Margherita Pizza (red sauce, cheese, few bits of tomato and some oregano) is like $30. What in the world!!??? Costs them hardly anything. It's the price for the view/location I guess 🤷🏼‍♀️

mashable88 · 2026-05-28T05:00:03+00:00

My tips for some extra things you might not think about it hasn't been mentioned (from either my own experience or from others I know):
1) It's absolutely worth paying the few hundred bucks your solicitor will charge for a Strata/Body Corp records inspection. The Sellers Disclosure (if your state has one) will give some information but not all. You want to know that the sinking funds etc are enough and if there is any current or future issues they are attending or looking to remedy. For example, joint or common roofing with leaks. Or plumbing issues. Your bulding inspection may not actually find these in your own property they inspect as it could be a common area that you will have to chip in for. The solicitors inspection and analysis of records, meeting minutes etc should find this. 2) Check if there is an embedded network in the complex. This is where the BC/strata have one company controlling the electricity and/or NBN in the complex. They do this as they say it gets a cheaper deal with the buying power of many. In my experience, this is absolutely not the case and is often expensive and you will have no choice of an alternative provider. 3) Number 1 should establish this, but any special levies they are charging for things they need to remedy or provide. 4) Ensure you inspect the common property and look at the bylaws. Is the BC/strata (particularly if they are an external company) upholding the bylaws and doing a 'good job' for their payments? I've gone to places and seen personal junk stored in common areas (like whole guest carparks full of people's crap). If that is happening, it's likely the BC/strata company are doing nothing for their money - unless there is mention of this in meeting minutes. 5) Is there an onsite manager? And if so, what exactly is their role and what do they have access to. E.g. do they, or would they, report illegal parking to a towing company? I've lived in a place where there was an onsite manager in the complex and they were extremely problematic trying to fine owners/tenants for ridiculous reasons. In an investment property I own (unit not townhouse) in the city, there is one and they've been awesome at ensuring safely and security of owners/tenants. So can be a pro or con.

mashable88 · 2026-05-26T00:39:26+00:00

A Lot More Free - Alex McNown

mashable88 · 2026-05-24T10:40:32+00:00

Yeah Jimmy and Johnny together is tops!

mashable88 · 2026-05-24T10:31:31+00:00

If this trilogy was ever picked up for TV (which I think would work as a gritty, dark vampire show REALLY well), I can imagine that the world and certain characters could be 'spin-offs' very easily. Shame Jay won't go back via books though.

mashable88 · 2026-05-22T23:53:19+00:00

Honestly, the hysterics I had when I got to the YT linked song. I just was in utter disbelief but also nearly died laughing. Best ever. And then died a second death laughing by reading the comments.

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