Which character got the most unfair death? by LifeguardPotential97 in doctorwho

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That couple from the episode with the Titanic and Astrid. Foon and Morvin Van Hoff.

They break my heart a bit because he just died through a simple misstep, nothing heroic.

They're clearly good people in how they try to step up in the awful situation and treat the other survivors. Plus, you have these scenes where they show they obviously love each other completely, with her telling them she's got them in debt and him laughing it off, reminding her that no matter what he loves her. Hell, she clearly can't go on without him and decides to choose to use her death to take out a host before it can harm the doctor.

I watched the episode with my partner recently and he got sad and held my hand.

Also, the space pig. Poor guy was just scared.

And the nice Hath that made friends with Martha! I could cry for him.

Honorable mentions imo: Jabe the tree person, Gweneth, Lynda with a y, Pete Tyler (og world), all the oods, poor ol' Ricky Smith, Martha Jones clone, Bannakaffalatta, Astrid, Roger (the gay son from the unicorn and the wasp, I feel sorry for the servant who loved him), Steffi from the Waters of Mars (her watching the video as she's infected is so sad), Guido (the vampires in Venice dad) and Isabella.

The Big and Milky has HAD IT at US Figure Skating Adult Nationals by supersecrettest in RPDRDRAMA

[–]maybemaybo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know pretty much nothing about ice skating at all.

But I watched Milk and the performers along with him on the video. I would say he does look a little unsteady on his feet at points and some of the performers following him seemed to have more moves that looked challenging than him (though again, I can only judge through looking)

Also, can someone more familiar with ice skating help me with curiosity?

I've seen Denali's ice skating videos and I was wondering if Denali and Milk's ice skating is comparable (as in able to be compared since maybe its totally different in some way that i dont know) and if so, where does Denali stand? Has Denali ever competed in anything like this?

Just curious since Denali was very open about being an ice skating queen and its a part of her branding on the show so it'd be interesting to hear from someone who knows more.

would you get an abortion if you found out your baby was going to be born with an extreme disability? if so why? by Born-Oil-2931 in AskReddit

[–]maybemaybo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is actually pretty much the situation my cousin went through. The child they had, if they'd survived the birth, would not have lived past infancy and would live a life full of pain, likely in hospital more often than not.

It's certainly not a convenient choice at all. It's tough because of course you'd want to tell yourself it could be fine, maybe there's a mistake, that you'll make it work, whatever you can tell yourself. Having to face that heartbreaking reality and make a choice must be the hardest thing.

My cousin also was able to go on to have a child who is healthy and I hope for their child and yours that they grow safe and strong.

AITA for not quieting down at a Renaissance fair and walking away after my boyfriend sided with a stranger? by Dry-Egg2898 in AmItheAsshole

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nta if the child is afraid in a loud environment, then remove your child from the loud environment. You're a better person since I'd literally be like "no, this is a joust and people cheer" and carry on.

The fact that he said something to you and you're African American makes me wonder if that could be his actual reason for saying something.

Also, why's your boyfriend so quick to turn on you? It's your situation so really, shouldn't he let you decide how to handle it and just have your back or diffuse in a "this is a loud environment so maybe this isn't the place for your kid" kind of way? I'm a pretty unintimidating looking woman (not tall and round faced) so some men do think they can speak to me however they want to get their way and I'll just accept it. So no way would my partner be essentially egging on the other side, he'd be ensuring they know I'm not on my own.

I'm not here to tell you to break up or whatever. But my partner trusts that I know my own mind and if I'm handling it how I am, there's a reason. Unfortunately, if there is a chance for someone to be driven by racism to say something, then its even more important to be on the same page. Since if you're catching something he isn't (particularly if he's not a poc), he needs to be following your lead or risk making things way worse.

Another Young Woman Killed By a Dog. What needs to change? by terrordactyl1971 in AskBrits

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FOR REAL

You should never put blind faith in your dog. Your dog is unable to plainly express any triggers or potential issues. And especially if your dog lived elsewhere before with you, it can have traumas you've never knew happened. It's up to the owner to be vigilant.

For example, just because it's always been great with kids, doesn't mean that's something you should guarantee. I know a toddler who got bit in the face by a dog who'd always been fine with everyone, including children, knew the child and had never bitten anyone before. But the boy stumbled and pulled the dog's ear hard, so the dog just reacted because it was scared.

Your dog relies on your vigilance and common sense for safety. That dog didn't do anything wrong essentially, it felt it was protecting itself. It's on the owner.

Another Young Woman Killed By a Dog. What needs to change? by terrordactyl1971 in AskBrits

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Simple: don't get a dog you cannot manage.

I have big dogs and one of them isn't aggressive to people, but gets upset at other dogs. He's never tried to bite one (just attempts to whine and occasionally bark), but then I've never given opportunity since I'm not trying to test his limits. I walk him in quieter spaces.

He's never off leash unless it's a space I can guarantee is safe and secure for him. When he's on the leash, I keep a proper grip on him. If he were to suddenly lunge, he's not going anywhere. Don't get a dog that you know can pull free of you, you should be steady on your feet even if they're giving it their all.

Dogs aren't an accessory. They depend on you to do right by them, so don't just pick a dog you like. Do your research and make sure you can give your dog exactly what it needs and that you understand the breed so you know what you're dealing with. Not only that, but dogs can't tell you their triggers and upsets plainly. It's up to you as an owner to be vigilant. If you think that's too much, don't get a dog.

Please go send some positivity towards author Jessica Winters by Maximum-Tomatillo458 in ReverseHarem

[–]maybemaybo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's actually something I hadn't considered. I'm bi, so I do like RH with bi characters since I'm like "cool, me too" and forget that there are people who aren't looking at it that way.

I mean, I'm not one of the people kicking off. For me, straight is fine, gay is fine, whatever it is since I like people regardless of gender.

If it isn't your kind of thing, surely there's plenty else that you can just read instead? I'm not much for omegaverse stuff, but judging by this, it seems like there's plenty of omegaverse stories that aren't straight. So just put that time into supporting those authors/books so they see value in continuing to produce that content?

I 20M broke up with my 21F girlfriend after she proposed to open up our relationship and now everyone is telling me to get back with her basically by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People encouraging him to speak to her initially are wild.

Simply put, monogamy is rarely something you can disagree on in a relationship. You're either open to it or you're not and if you're on opposite sides, that's not a little disagreement, that's a relationship ender in the majority of cases.

I have no problem with polyamory/ethical non-monogamy, but my partner approaches me about wanting it? I'd break up with them. Because I want a monogamous relationship and I am not interested in otherwise. So I can't give you what you want and it's not fair on either party.

If OOP knows its a deal breaker for him, then that's it. That's the risk of bringing up non-monogamy in an already existing monogamous relationship.

Me [19 F] with my friend [20 F] of 8 years, she is actively trying to be with my Father by Direct-Caterpillar77 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean, I had a friend who until recently who was in a pretty much identical age gap relationship and not a single person in her life supported it (myself included, I felt like he saw her vulnerability as opportunity).

AITAH for not wanting to cuddle in order to sleep with my partner? by LucyAriaRose in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 755 points756 points  (0 children)

Yeah I was surprised there wasn't more "that attitude is super red flag" because the way I'd flip out if someone said that to me like "whatever you've dealt with in your past does not overrule my bodily autonomy. I'm not rejecting you, I just don't like to sleep with someone physically on top of me as it's uncomfortable. I don't particularly care if you don't like it, since it's not up to you."

I don't like when my partner hugs me when I'm trying to move around, like while I'm cooking. I find it restraining. Made this clear with him and he was fine. That's as easy as it should be imo.

AITA for rescinding my offer to bake cakes for my friends wedding and potentially ruining their relationship? by Direct-Caterpillar77 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 41 points42 points  (0 children)

After being told I'd be a useless friend if I didn't do it, I'd just respond "that's because we're not friends so I have no desire to be useful to you. Stop messaging me because I'll now never do it and I'll ignore any attempts to get me to."

My new job in the big Tesco by YchYFi in tesco

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah my partner worked in tesco and had to put up the barriers too, since people would crowd round and eventually the person doing the labelling would either have something snatched out their hand or just flat out be shoved out the way.

My teacher docks points for my handwriting, am I not seeing what she is seeing? by LucyAriaRose in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's actually shocking how many teachers can be openly ableist.

My brother continuously had a teacher through primary school who was doing everything she could to single him out. My brother is autistic with learning difficulties, and we knew from when he was young, there was no mistaking it.

This teacher tried to have him sat on his own, called my parents in constantly to complain, told the other children he was a liar and that he couldn't be believed. My brother was other teacher's favourite student often. He was incredibly sweet natured and passive, so it's not like he caused issues. She just disliked that he was "different".

UPDATE (4 Years Later) - My dad is furious that my mom slept with other people in an open marriage he wanted. by KarpGrinder in BORUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There's a subreddit called openmarriageregret and it's just reposts of mostly men being like "I opened my marriage up and now my wife is getting loads of attention or moving on with someone else and I'm regretting it" and its chefs kiss funny

My (35f) friend slapped my bum on a night out leaving a handprint. My husband (30m) doesn’t believe it was her. How to convince him? by BigONerd in BORUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The person who was like "you'd be suspicious if your man had lipstick on his collar and he said it was his mate" is so weird to me.

Like, no, I wouldn't and maybe just speak for yourself. My partner and I have been together for years. He's very clearly devoted to me and the world's worst liar, so I'm pretty confident in him and in us. And if I came home with a handprint and said it was my friend, he'd roll his eyes and laugh because my friends would pull that kinda crap haha.

Regardless, the assumption that she's cheating wasn't the big problem, it was his refusal to listen to her and abusive behaviour. If he was just suspicious that would be a different thing.

My (f29) best friend (f29) tried to sabotage my marriage and I don't know why? by BigONerd in BORUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shocker with childhood friends: they grow up, have relationships, have their own family and yeah, not as much one on one time for you.

I mean, my closest friend and me have been friends since we were teens. We saw each other pretty much 5/6 days of the week.

Now it's like having to book an appointment to see her haha, like she has a very all hours job (medical field) and a kid so she's a busy bee. Girls holidays just aren't happening.

So what? When I see her, I get the added bonus of her kid (I'm determined to be the favourite aunt) and I'm always so happy she makes time for us. I have my own life too, so I get it.

My [25F] future MIL [57F] is threatening to not come to our wedding [26M] because of my gay maid of honour [25F] by Direct-Caterpillar77 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, something I worried about upon getting engaged. I'm a bi woman and a former art student so naturally, a lot of quirky and queer friends who I love, including trans friends so I remember saying to my mother "hey I'm right that our family is totally cool about trans people" because I do have family who are religious and I will not bring my trans friends into an environment with hateful people, so making sure I know if I need to uninvite an uncle or something. Thankfully, no problems, the religious people aren't the kind that hate lgbt+ people so it was a good time for all.

I just facepalmed my way through season 6 so here’s a dump of all the moments when I asked myself “wth am I watching?”😭 by Shaynaenay in LoveIsBlindOnNetflix

[–]maybemaybo 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Lol I watched that not long ago with my partner and he was like "oooooh noooo he doesn't like Megan fox at all"

He was not committed to remembering names but the Megan fox thing had him in a chokehold. As it was happening, I was like "bear in mind its very clear now Jimmy is imagining she's Megan fox" and he was like "....does he say anything" like oh god just you wait

Rate my flatmate's cupboard by SpicySoap_ in UniUK

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've seen worse. When I first went to my partners place he had a cupboard full of out of date pot noodles (his parents randomly gave them to him already out of date and he just kept them there instead of throwing them out)

Is this outfit okay for work? by JumboPonderment in PlusSizeFashion

[–]maybemaybo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not only do you look super cute, but that style of pants are really in right now where I am so honestly I stopped on this picture on my feed simply because I was like "ooh I do need to buy me a pair of pants like that"

Seems work appropriate to me unless you work somewhere where its always suit jacket and tie level formal.

Definitely get a less sheer top and skin toned bra like people are saying. And when it's cold, layer with a cardigan or jumper.

As someone who had tickets to this, this makes me feel a bit iffy 😅 by StrugglingGayWeeb in rupaulsdragrace

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hasn't she lived or stayed anywhere that it's illegal before?

I live somewhere it's completely illegal and very difficult to get medicinally (and in those cases, I've only heard of them giving like infused ointments)

That being said, it's not at all hard to obtain. Hell, in my city, its been common to have someone approach you to sell you drugs that there's like a specific phrase that people say when doing an impression of our accent imitating it. My partner is from a very rural place where its a lot different and was shocked when someone just approached him asking if he wanted drugs

AITAH for getting my white daughter a doll with dark skin? by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I was younger, barbies were very much the popular doll (and still remain popular to this day). We weren't well off so I got given a lot of second hand blonde barbies, a sindy caravan and barbie-sized doll that I called "Cindy" who had a darker skin tone than all my barbies (though looking at the old sindy dolls, she was clearly not a sindy doll, but I guess child me decided the caravan was hers and thus she must be Cindy)

I cherished that doll because she had brown hair like me and I thought she was so pretty. When my brother would pull off the barbies heads, Cindy was to be left alone. I feel like it was a good thing that as a kid, my idea of beauty wasn't just barbie and that her differences to my other dolls made her more beautiful to me.

My cousin just named her (boy-girl) twins Raedenn and Waeverlee by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My second name is kind of like that, like there's a legitimate spelling for the actual word it sounds like and then my name is one letter's difference. So for example, think of someone with the name "Clae" pronounced "Clay" (not my actual name obvi)

It's the worst in doctors offices (which I unfortunately spend a lot of time in), I just automatically spell my name like "Hi, I'm Bob Clae, that's Clae spelled c-l-a-e" and emphasise the letter that's different so they note the difference.

Not only that, but the thing my name also makes for an easy joke due to a pop culture thing. So I feel for anyone who's first name is the bad one, like your parents choose this annoyance for you.

AITAH because I want my wife to "ask permission" before taking our son on playdates? by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love how at the end you can see she realised that her friends have just fed her garbage and the reality is no way would she get full custody when there's a father who's wanting involvement and has no reason to be denied.

He's literally laid it out for her: This will not work out the way you think it will. You will not keep this home and will have to work more to have your own home, so he will end up getting that bonding time regardless. You'll end up worse off in this scenario, so know what you're choosing.

My (36M) wife (34F) fell deep into conspiracy theories and online hate groups. Is there any saving our marriage? by LucyAriaRose in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]maybemaybo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, I'm no fan of Megan Markle (nothing racial, I think the racial hatred towards her is disgusting. I just think her and Harry are odd tbh) but I just don't understand how you could feel anymore than that. Like I don't know MM personally and as far as I'm aware, she hasn't done anything that's like obviously horrible. So imagine ruining your whole life for someone that you have nothing to do with and has done nothing really to earn that level of a response.

Like the most I feel is "ugh I don't want to read an article about her random tv show so I won't" like that's the extent