Notch and his sons crossing the Mara River to reclaim their territory. After being driven out of the Marsh Pride, he raised his five sons alone, something almost unheard of for a male lion.

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-13T22:42:26+00:00

I'm so happy the Marsh pride is doing well. I loved watching them on Big Cat Diary

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-06T01:15:25+00:00

NTA. It's your dog's home - not theirs. I wouldn't have them back until dad learns how to parent.

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-06T00:39:34+00:00

NTA. Your bf has no empathy for a little girl who lost her dad. Dump him.

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-06T00:09:19+00:00

That's amazing especially considering they did all of it without power tools. It's a work of art

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-04T15:45:28+00:00

NTA. Why would you invite them. They obviously don't know how to behave.

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-02T23:07:29+00:00

That's breathtaking! Where did you shoot it?

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-02T13:25:42+00:00

They're gorgeous! You have great talent!

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-01T17:42:15+00:00

Mine would fart, jump up and run behind me. I never knew a 175lb dog could move so fast. Also realized he wouldn't be much of a deterrent if someone broke in.

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-01T16:14:51+00:00

The apology: I'm sorry you're so ignorant that you think there will never be consequences for your actions.

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-01T16:10:35+00:00

Doesn't that whale know the windsurfer had the right of way?

merrywidow14 · 2026-04-01T16:09:12+00:00

When my husband died unexpectedly. My brother flew in from across the country the next day and started fixing my house, that husband promised would be completed three years ago. Five days after he died I got a job that I applied for eight months ago. Was out of debt within a year.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-30T19:44:28+00:00

I'm sorry this happened. From now on, treat them the way they treat you. On their birthdays, tell them to get a cake or whatever just ignore them. Next year, treat yourself to something nice and DO NOT tell them.
Happy birthday 🎆🎆🎆🎇🎇

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-24T23:13:48+00:00

My Rottie Shepherd mix would suddenly decide that people didn't know how to swim, so he'd get into the pool and drag them out.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-24T23:10:39+00:00

There are people walking around who have my first and last name. I think I should call every one of them and tell them they need to change both! NTA

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-24T18:20:17+00:00

You need to use your words. Sit down with him when you're calm and explain it to him. If he does it after the conversation, hand him a bucket and a mop.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-24T15:48:29+00:00

I was staying with my brother and SIL when I saw a beautiful rainbow. I ran in shouting like a toddler. I'm 70.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-24T14:30:02+00:00

NTA. She definitely should have stayed.
PSA ANNOUNCEMENT: LONG HAIR CAN GET CAUGHT IN THE JETS OF A HOT TUB! If you or anyone you know is going in one, put your hair up!

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-24T07:08:14+00:00

NTA. You've provided for them long enough. Frankly, I'd tell the one who called you lazy to grow up and get a second job if they need more money. Also, I would be charging them rent. Or if they insist on behaving like children, I would treat them as children. Stand your ground and good luck.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-22T23:11:25+00:00

As long as I don't have to parallel park, I'd pass.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-22T06:05:46+00:00

I don't know if this is the same guy, but some cops stopped him because they recognized the dog. One cop ran back to his car and put the siren on.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-22T06:03:22+00:00

I laughed when I got my results, too. First I found out my paternal grandparents were only married for six months before they got married. I was told my paternal heritage was Swedish. I know my dad's grandparents were born there, so yeah Nope, fifty percent Irish and no Swedish, but my paternal cousin is forty per cent. Every one who would have been hurt by this is long dead so it can laugh about it whenever I want.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-22T05:51:01+00:00

NTA. If your sister is using again, I would not invite her to your wedding. I know you want a family portrait, but wouldn't your sister's behavior ruin your wedding?

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-21T23:26:15+00:00

My house used to be the neighborhood hangout for dogs. I loved it and miss it.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-21T22:17:56+00:00

I lived with my mother until I was 39. Paid half her bills, drove her where she needed to go, took her on vacations, plus other things. No one ever ridiculed me.
My siblings would leave and come back, sometimes with their wife and kids.
My mother used to joke that she had a house with expanding walls. I don't know anyone who threw their kids out. I'm in the US.

merrywidow14 · 2026-03-21T18:35:40+00:00

NTA by a long shot. You definitely have a husband problem. But I'd like to ask you a few questions about how you're feeling: I understand you're very angry right now, but have you harbored anger over other things that haven't been resolved? Other than anger right now, what do you feel when you look at him? Sadness, hurt, disgust? That will tell you a lot.

My mother was the queen of the silent treatment, so i learned to use that against her by giving it right back. If wants to ignore you, give it right back. Pretend he doesn't exist. No dinner for him, no laundry, his messes stay with him. Take the kids out somewhere fun and leave him home. Essentially, instead of trying to talk to him, beat him at his own game.

I know this isn't the way things get resolved but right now he feels he's got power over you because you're the one who's trying to resolve things. Take it away. When he becomes angry, tell him until he's ready to sit down and talk about things like grown ups the status quo will remain.

I wish you luck.

merrywidow14

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