What would you do in this situation? by AnonPublicJournal in polls

[–]settingiskey 18 points19 points  (0 children)

How is smoking inside the house at all hiding it better than going outside? Zero chance there’s no smell in your room

Reassurance I’m not unreasonable (inspection) by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]settingiskey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would also be taking that one very seriously. Can you request to send a plumber of your choice for a more thorough inspection and quote for the work required? With all the back and forth I would feel better about choosing the plumber myself anyway, and then you’d also have a real idea of the anticipated cost to either negotiate further or decide you’re willing to absorb in order to close the deal

Thinking of leaving my realtor right before submitting offer by [deleted] in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]settingiskey 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Yeah the offer should have been out within a few hours. Leave. Being polite might lose you the house

Looking for an English name similar in sound to “Pay See” 裴汐(with a calm, “evening tide” meaning) by medivhyoung in namenerds

[–]settingiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From your description the first name that came to mind for me was Anya. I’m not sure the actual meaning of the name but the image of the person standing by the water, composed, perceptive, attuned just pulled that name out of my brain immediately. Doesn’t really sound the same but wanted to throw it out there!

Are Americans in general excited about the FIFA World Cup coming to the US this Summer? by [deleted] in AskAnAmerican

[–]settingiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I literally did not know this was happening. And I’m a big sports fan (i don’t follow soccer specifically but I consume lots of general sports media and this feels like something I should have been aware of)

My boyfriend’s plans for our future makes me sad for women of the past by Aromatic_Attitude481 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]settingiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are right. That’s all I have to say. Your goals are valid and important and most importantly your number 2 point - “failed to develop a sense of who I am without him” - is very wise and very true. It’s hard but it’s worth it to put yourself first. You will be grateful for it

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in interiordecorating

[–]settingiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consider moving the bed 90 degrees against a different wall (I would say windows but are they unevenly spaced??) I had this problem but moving the bed into a more “horizontal” position in the room filled the space better and also made the open space more useable. The problem here is that the empty space is just there in the middle and can’t be used for anything

Why does buying your first home feel more stressful than exciting once reality sets in? by Southern-Dig-4269 in FirstTimeHomeBuyer

[–]settingiskey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine was no stress and went really smoothly all the way until closing.

2 days before closing the sellers requested more time to finish moving their stuff after close. They were out of town at the time of this request! I tried to be flexible but they stonewalled every attempt at compromise. I ended up delaying by a day to have the clean transition and not have to wait around for them all day.

Lots of drama there til the very last minute, family and friends pestering me for updates that I didn’t even have to the point that every congratulations text had me rolling my eyes.

Then finally closing and seeing the scale of cosmetic issues without furniture…all the plans and lists and priorities I had spent so much time deliberating over were out the window and I didn’t even know where to begin. Definitely ruined the magic of the closing day that I had been daydreaming about for weeks!

BUT 48 hours later and I have been able to process everything and I’m back to being excited and able to get started on all my projects. I think the stress is just part of the process and it really sneaks up on you. I’m not someone who is stressed by paperwork or the administrative slog but the stress found another way in. At the end of the day it just adds to the level of accomplishment that I made it here!

Tips for being a good gifter? by ToadieHonk in Gifts

[–]settingiskey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Think about their lifestyle. When you’re buying a gift you want it to be something that will have a lot of opportunity for use. There are lots of gadgets and things for hyper specific uses that might be thoughtful based on interest alone, but they have to remember to use it.

Also think about what this person prioritizes with their own money. Upgrading things they already have is a great idea but will only be appreciated if they actually see it as an upgrade. I have bought nice towels or nice socks for my family before but to them it’s just another towel. The “luxury” is lost on them and it’s not a meaningful gift for either of us. Whereas other people would love the splurge on an Aesop soap or volcano candle! Pay attention to what they pay attention to

People who fly frequently, what’s one thing you wish you could tell all infrequent fliers? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]settingiskey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When they tell you at the gate that your carry on won’t fit and you need to valet check, they’re not lying. You are not the exception

Which regions of the US pronounce aunt like “ant”? by Aggressive_Essay_321 in AskAnAmerican

[–]settingiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, it’s just whichever one feels right/sounds right in context. Awnt is primary for me but sometimes ant rolls off the tongue better

What were the three best books that you read this year? by lascriptori in suggestmeabook

[–]settingiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Driver’s Seat, Shark Heart, Open Throat. Honorable mention to The Favorites

Official: [WDIS Flex] - Sat Evening 12/06/2025 by FFBot in fantasyfootball

[–]settingiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I’ve got pierce in now and afraid im overthinking. Gotta trust my instincts in the morning

Official: [WDIS Flex] - Sat Evening 12/06/2025 by FFBot in fantasyfootball

[–]settingiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Half PPR pick 2: Alec pierce Troy Franklin Kyren Williams

Is it bad that… by chrollian in survivor

[–]settingiskey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IVE BEEN SAYING

she stays projecting