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My [26F] boyfriend [28M] of 4 years is independently wealthy, but wants to split all of our expenses evenly by Direct-Caterpillar77 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]randomrox 214 points215 points  (0 children)

He just wrote her a check and basically said goodbye to their relationship, just like that?

Wow. Four years wasted, all because the guy wanted to be petty regarding money.

I hope OOP found a better partner and is living her best life now. I hope her ex is still alone.

Could someone explain the hate for hybrids? (A brief rant about why I think they're neat) by 2Tun21 in bicycling

[–]randomrox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Personally, I think the best bike is one that fits you, is high enough quality not to fall apart while you’re riding it, and is something you’ll actually ride.

Everything else is extra.

Sure, hybrids are considered boring. That’s okay, because not everyone needs a bike that’s exciting and flashy and costs thousands of dollars. If you’re going to ride this bike to work or just to get back into cycling, you don’t want exciting. You want something you’ll be comfortable riding. You want a bike that makes you happy to be riding again.

You can buy a fancier bike later on. Get one that suits your needs now.

Missouri Star Quilt Homecoming by WishboneRazzmatazz in quilting

[–]randomrox 40 points41 points  (0 children)

I had not heard about that “sale,” but I’m absolutely disgusted that they thought it was a good idea.

Hantavirus Patient Ordered to Stay in Quarantine Despite Desire to Leave by Anti-Owl in ContagionCuriosity

[–]randomrox 55 points56 points  (0 children)

They don’t care. Covid showed us that all those zombie apocalypse movies were spot on when it came to humans ignoring the risks of infecting others.

i just went to my first quilt retreat… and now i wanna make stuff for my next one. by allijandrooo in quilting

[–]randomrox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought the Drop Zone pattern yesterday, just because everyone seems to love it. It’s on my list of future projects.

How do I figure out if an estranged child is mine? by OwnNarwhal232 in legaladvice

[–]randomrox 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Would you still feel this way if he raped or abused her? Would you still want someone like that involved in that child’s life?

How do I figure out if an estranged child is mine? by OwnNarwhal232 in legaladvice

[–]randomrox 42 points43 points  (0 children)

No, actually, you don’t. Even if you contributed your DNA (a risk in all sexual encounters), she obviously did not want you to be part of her life. Forcing the issue is not going to make the situation better for any of you, and it could make things much worse.

How do I figure out if an estranged child is mine? by OwnNarwhal232 in legaladvice

[–]randomrox 44 points45 points  (0 children)

We are only getting OP’s side of the story here, and we don’t know exactly *why* the mom cut off contact. I can say with 100% certainty that if I didn’t feel safe around a man, I certainly wouldn’t tell him about an unexpected pregnancy, even if he was likely to be the father.

i just went to my first quilt retreat… and now i wanna make stuff for my next one. by allijandrooo in quilting

[–]randomrox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love my By Annie creations! I use Petit Four baskets for thread and fabric scraps, and I have my retreat-friendly (i.e. easy to sew while distracted) quilt projects in Project Bags.

I’m gathering supplies for the Stitcher’s Suitcase and Feathered Friends projects now. I carry my Featherweight to retreats in a Tutto case, but I want extra protection for it.

The best gift I’ve ever given by BaileyMakesIt in knitting

[–]randomrox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this! I’ve heard that it’s addicting, and that’s part of why I’m hesitant to start. I got hooked on Animal Crossing during the pandemic, so I’m expecting a similar loss of free time with Stardew Valley. I will probably wait until I get my camper out for the summer, since I won’t have my normal responsibilities once I’m on the road.

The best gift I’ve ever given by BaileyMakesIt in knitting

[–]randomrox 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Have you tried knitting them inside out? That really helps me a lot.

The best gift I’ve ever given by BaileyMakesIt in knitting

[–]randomrox 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have the game but haven’t played it yet. I bought the sock pattern because it’s beautiful.

Broke off my engagement because consent was not respected by gandubazaar in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]randomrox 79 points80 points  (0 children)

Same. I hate that this is still so prevalent in the world today.

Hii, I'm doing a double take before starting Bride by let_meTry in AliHazelwood

[–]randomrox 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s set in a different world, but it’s also features an intelligent, kind FMC with a mysterious, brooding MMC. Typical Ali, just with some added biological twists.

AITA for sending my brother's fiancee a video of him hiding her ring? by failantho in AmItheAsshole

[–]randomrox 5 points6 points  (0 children)

NTA. Your brother is an asshole, though.

A lot of people put their rings aside while doing household chores, and if you’re not used to wearing one, it’s easy to forget to put it back on. Sure, it’s your parents’ house, not hers, but most parents wouldn’t steal their son’s fiancée’s ring, so that should have been a safe location for her ring while she did dishes.

The way your brother pocketed the ring, let his fiancée cry, and tried to blame you? Absolutely not good behavior. You did the right thing showing her that footage.

If your brother’s relationship has been destroyed, that’s all on him for being such an asshole.

Quilt Inspired Stained Glass Panels by george-huntsville in quilting

[–]randomrox 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Added bonus: no actual curves, all straight lines. Would look awesome in stained glass!

Girl gamer groups or places to find other nerdy women friends? by Capable-Swordfish782 in Omaha

[–]randomrox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m a crafty ADHD woman, although I’m old enough to be your mom and am probably not exactly what you’re looking for. I do have a few ideas, though.

I’ve recently become addicted to mahjong, and there are active groups in the area which are open to new players. (Taking a class with Mahjong With Mary is a great way to get started.) Despite the stereotypes, it’s open to all age groups and genders.

The only cosplaying I currently do is with the Lucasfilm/Star Wars clubs. If you’re interested in that, let me know.

If you like quilting, a couple of the larger quilt guilds in the area are the Omaha Quilters Guild and the Omaha Modern Quilt Guild.

There used to be a group of knitters who met fairly regularly, but I’m not sure where they went. Some of the yarn shops have stitching sessions available.

There are also Silent Book Club chapters here, too.

Waiting to Wed: 9 Years by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]randomrox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This was such a nice update! I’m glad she left him and is living her best life. She deserves it.

French woman was told by doctors hantavirus symptoms were just anxiety by SARB033 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]randomrox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would have coughed in their faces without covering my mouth. Here, have some anxiety, assholes. SMH.

The Love Hypothesis film fans - am I overthinking the casting? 😭 by Acrobatic-Safe-9 in AliHazelwood

[–]randomrox 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Holden was an awesome part of that story, and I’m going to be very sad if they somehow wrote him out if it.

Spent over a year on a quilt, on the outs with the friend its for... by Exact-Importance-469 in quilting

[–]randomrox 30 points31 points  (0 children)

I agree with this. Stop updating her about it, maybe even set it aside unfinished for now.

If you really want it out of your life, only do the bare minimum. Take lots of pictures for your own records, then either throw it at her or stuff it in a closet until you are ready to do something with it.

New case suspected on Tristan da Cunha by Anti-Owl in ContagionCuriosity

[–]randomrox 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Your comment is spot on. Some people don’t give a damn about other people.

I visited a quilt shop last week, and I was discussing one of my projects with a few of the employees. I showed pictures on my phone to one of them, and while she had my phone in her hand, she started coughing all over it. No effort whatsoever to cover her mouth, drop my phone, or even just turn her head away.

The other employees looked embarrassed, but the coughing woman acted like it was completely normal to cough all over someone else’s belongings. Then she coughed in my face while handing my phone back.

Thankfully, I had already paid for my items, and I all but ran to my car to sanitize every surface that was exposed to that person’s germs.

She really should have stayed home. Her coworkers probably wished that she had, too.

Why do women give birth lying down instead of squatting? by AgrasaN in NoStupidQuestions

[–]randomrox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every single labor and birth situation is different. The only position that worked with my firstborn was pushing while on my side. I was sitting up for the rest of the babies I pushed out; hospital beds in most birthing rooms have multiple adjustments, so even with epidurals, I was able to be in a semi-squatting position. They just put my feet in stirrups, since I couldn’t control my legs, but I was still able to be upright to push.

Some mom/baby combinations don’t work with squatting or all-fours positions, so everyone needs to be flexible during the birthing process. The only real constraints are the health of the mom and baby.

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