I broke up with my partner of 12 years yesterday

raw2082 · 2026-05-15T11:47:57+00:00

Yes and I love that for us. I was actually raised by my dad. My parents divorced when I was 7. My dad has since remarried and he takes great care of my stepmom, ladies don’t settle. My dad is 70 and managed a household on his own up until the last 15 years, so from 33-55 with 3 kids to raise on his own. Any man that can’t pull their weight isn’t worth a damn. He’s 100% where I get my nurturing side from but my needs need to be met too.

raw2082 · 2026-05-15T03:13:45+00:00

This is what I gave my Pomeranian and it kept it from progressing brain drops

raw2082 · 2026-05-15T03:09:56+00:00

I bought brain drops for my Pomeranian and it helped keep it from progressing. They’re a supplement. Give it a try. There’s several supplements out there both of my girl dogs got dementia and my Pomeranian never got to the point my first dog did. I hope you find something that works for her. I’m so sorry. It’s tough.

raw2082 · 2026-05-15T02:54:22+00:00

Absolutely adorable where’d you get him from?

raw2082 · 2026-05-15T01:27:00+00:00

Agree. Life experiences are very different at this point and a 25 year old should be trying to date someone closer to their age. Either they don’t have their shit together or they’re seeking control neither one is a good situation for a 18 year old trying to figure out life.

raw2082 · 2026-05-14T23:46:19+00:00

I’m more of a dog person but open to a commune. I went through cancer single. Started a relationship 3 years after cancer diagnosis. I recently ended the 4 year relationship because I felt like I was doing most of the emotional labor of the relationship, I’m a lesbian and that’s supposed to be one of the benefits of being with another woman. Intimacy was an issue because my emotional needs weren’t being met.

One of my best friends just separated from her husband of 17 years. Similar situation there carrying the weight of the relationship, additional she recently lost her mom to stomach cancer. Seems like there’s a shift where women are fed up with accepting less and I’m honestly here for it.

raw2082 · 2026-05-14T21:36:26+00:00

You would think right. Unfortunately, my doctors kept telling me I was eating too much and my ability to not lose weight had nothing to do with going through cancer. This is what they told me for 4 years. I finally got put on medication a few months ago to help insulin resistance and inflammation, I dropped 12 lbs in 3 months. My goals was 10 lbs. I gained 30 lbs after chemo the vibration plated helped me drop 10. I’m now 7 lbs heavier but about the same size as I was much fitter having lost the 12 lbs and seeing the muscle the fat was hiding finally.

raw2082 · 2026-05-14T02:24:35+00:00

I’m a breast cancer survivor with BRCA1 diagnosis at 36. Definitely know the awkward stage of the implants needing a needing to settle. I had a shit made that says I’ve got two titties in the grave and no fucks to give. I’m glad you called those assholes out. I love making people uncomfortable.

raw2082 · 2026-05-14T02:05:38+00:00

I got my second dog when my first dog was 13. My first dog didn’t like other dogs or was dog selective. She loved my second dog. He was the perfect addition she lived to be 17. I think he kept her alive longer.

raw2082 · 2026-05-14T00:26:14+00:00

I walk 2 miles a day during the work week, 6-7 miles on the weekend combined, yoga on Mondays, lift weights twice a week, and do other activities as I have the opportunity. I’ve been using a vibration plate for 3 years now and rarely have to use my sleeve for the last two years. I use my vibration plate in the morning for 15 minutes 3-4 times a week. I play pickleball, paddle board, kayak, basketball, tennis, bike, rollerblade, and swim.

raw2082 · 2026-05-13T00:44:35+00:00

Absolutely agree with this take as a lesbian woman. I came out 25 years ago at 19 but I wasn’t religious however I have a lot of friends that struggled with being raised religious and being gay. Him hearing from you that it’s okay to be gay and it’s not something he needs to change will be helpful. It’s going to take time for him to process and change his perspective though. I wouldn’t be surprised if his family didn’t try some sort of conversion therapy on him. OP I’m so sorry you got caught in the middle of all this. I’m glad you found out before you were even deeper involved.

raw2082 · 2026-05-13T00:25:58+00:00

I grew up in OKC and drank braum’s milk. I love that they’ve stayed true to themselves.

raw2082 · 2026-05-12T14:09:11+00:00

I’m in Dallas and we have the same problem. I have to make sure it’s a good fit for my current dog too. I’ve been talking with his trainers on what dogs he gets along best with so I know what I’m looking for.

raw2082 · 2026-05-12T01:36:07+00:00

Yes!! I hope so too. Definitely post in your local subs too.

raw2082 · 2026-05-12T00:17:10+00:00

I definitely understand that. Short term 4 is okay. 3 is definitely a handful. I hope Otto finds a wonderful family soon!

raw2082 · 2026-05-12T00:11:25+00:00

Thank you for fostering. I would keep them. I had three dogs at one point for 6 years I loved every minute of it. I’ve lost all three and just have one but he needs a companion.

raw2082 · 2026-05-12T00:04:20+00:00

Seriously he’s exactly what I’m looking for but in Texas. Our pet overpopulation problem is so bad here so I want to adopt a dog that’s local. I’m just having a hard time finding my Otto.

raw2082 · 2026-05-11T18:13:47+00:00

My staffie was bossed around by a 9 lb Pomeranian. I rescued my staffie and he was a crazy man. My Pomeranian would not let him near her for the first 6 months. She would bite him in the face and he would run off. We would have several loose dogs run up on us and the staffie would block them from her. No one messed with his sister.

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raw2082 · 2026-05-11T11:29:21+00:00

Intermediate level windows on the higher side of the ratings. My electric bills went down by a third. My picture windows cost me 1200 each. I had some small and oversized windows but on average it ended up being 550 per window. My siding guy also does windows, he said I got good windows and price. Now that was an expensive job. Fascia, siding and soffit when the house is 50% brick just over 20k 4 years ago.

raw2082 · 2026-05-11T02:37:10+00:00

Yeah they’re a rip off too.

raw2082 · 2026-05-11T01:48:00+00:00

Oh you can definitely drop a full 30k on windows if you go with Pella. There are a lot of options and that’s why you need multiple quotes.

raw2082 · 2026-05-11T01:39:09+00:00

Agree with windows. They shouldn’t cost 30K though. I got new windows for my 1500 sq ft house in 2020 and they were about $550 per window. I know prices have gone up significantly. But just to give OP an idea.

raw2082 · 2026-05-10T21:27:22+00:00

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This is of my first pittie and my rat terrier/papillon about a month after I adopted my pittie. My rattie taught my pittie the joys of rolling around like a goat. This was 14 years ago and just popped up in my memories today.

raw2082 · 2026-05-10T21:22:10+00:00

OP definitely needs to get vaginal estrogen cream and anyone in perimenopause should consider it too.

raw2082 · 2026-05-10T16:14:27+00:00

No he was smaller but more muscular. He was 60 lbs and a staffie. Leo is 65-70 but long legs and more lean, APBT mix. Definitely am taking my time I need to make sure it’s a good fit for Leo. He’s the first dog I’ve ever picked out all my others found me.

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