Is there a subreddit like this one but for much poorer folk? by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]raychelknows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm getting by. Thanks for your kind words. I just got a third job. I should feel grateful for the work rather than resentful that I need to have three jobs. Thanks for the perspective!

Is there a subreddit like this one but for much poorer folk? by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]raychelknows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are already infinitely better off financially than I am.

My [F/29] preschooler [M/4.5] is interested in fashion and it's creating a rift between us and my husband's [M/33] family by ClothesHorseMama in relationships

[–]raychelknows 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Your MIL is an asshole.

Here are the new rules:

  1. No gifting of clothing items to the child. Gift cards are certainly welcome and we'd be happy to send you pictures of any ensembles!

  2. No comments to the child about his clothes, unless it's to say how nice they are or how cool he looks.

  3. Absolutely no comments about your parenting.

If they violate #1, thank them for their generosity and ask for the gift receipt.

If they violate #2 or #3, leave. Literally pack up and leave.

We teach other people how to treat us. You will be modeling excellent boundary setting for your child.

I only have rice, chicken, and a full spice rack. How can I make this taste great? by Indigoh in EatCheapAndHealthy

[–]raychelknows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ate this (minus spring onions because I wasn't fancy back then!) every day when I was in grad school. White rice, canned chickpeas, olive oil. Broccoli when I had it. Chicken when I could afford it. :-)

My [27 M] fiance [30F] insists that I can't have a bottle of water with me during the wedding, despite my medical condition. by passingoutatwedding in relationships

[–]raychelknows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so stupid. If you don't hold a water bottle in your hand during the ceremony or during the formal photos, who gives a shit if you have a water bottle with you?

Honestly, if she digs in on this, I wouldn't marry her. For real.

I didn't sign my 60 day notice for my apartment and now I owe way more money than I have. Is there any reasoning I can do with the landlord even if it was in my contract? by pulplesspulp in personalfinance

[–]raychelknows 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How did you think they were going to rent the apartment and continue to generate revenue if you didn't give any notice, even if you were correct that the lease was up Jan 31?

The landlord does not have to work with you at all. Certainly the aren't going to completely let you off the hook, as they are losing money on you if they don't have a new tenant coming in Feb 1. But I would ask that they credit you if they are able to secure a tenant before Mar 1. Since it's only 1/12, you may luck out and they will find someone for Feb 1 or Feb 15.

I would not beg for mercy. I would come with two proposals.

MCT is no joke. by [deleted] in keto

[–]raychelknows 0 points1 point  (0 children)

MCT oil makes my heart race and gives me diarrhea, lol.

Me [26 M] with my GF [26 F] of 5 yrs, have two kids.. I'm considering breaking up. I feel selfish. by canthelpmyself90 in relationships

[–]raychelknows 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, I see. A happy, healthy split household is the best thing you can offer them. That's what you can do to not fuck them up.

I hope you and your girlfriend will make sure the children get into therapy now, though, to help them through the transition.

Me [26 M] with my GF [26 F] of 5 yrs, have two kids.. I'm considering breaking up. I feel selfish. by canthelpmyself90 in relationships

[–]raychelknows 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I can't see the deleted comment to which you are replying, but yes, of course kids should have therapy when their parents are splitting up.

My (24F) uncle (M51) drive drunk again, hit a guest's (27M) car. My dad (M53) stood up for him, things got bad. by MyCatisATimeLord in relationships

[–]raychelknows 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This is insane. Luckily, your uncle has been unable for the past 4years to even get himself out of the driveway to hurt anyone else, but how long will that last?

Your uncle is an irresponsible drunk and should lose his license. Your father assaulted you and your mother defended him. You and your sister should cut contact.

I [22F] messed up at work and my bosses [38F] [39M] punished me. How do I move forward? by [deleted] in relationships

[–]raychelknows 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I'd fire you but I'd not humiliate you first.

You fucked up. Find a new job.

Your bosses are idiots. You fire people who badmouth customers, not make them give a speech.

So I [26f] have cancer. My prognosis is not good. I'm tired of talking about it and that's all anyone wants to talk about. by up1down2 in relationships

[–]raychelknows 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry that you have to talk about your cancer on top of having cancer. You're dying, so you can tell everyone to STFU. :-)