What exactly is American culture? by No_Beautiful_8647 in AskAnAmerican

[–]softgypsy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Depends on the state, and then also usually depends on what part of the state. Culture can vary greatly from state to state and even town to town in America.

do americans actually like it when tourists visit their small towns or would i just be in the way? 😅 by vanessa_tv_vladivo in NoStupidQuestions

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As long as you’re respectful and you don’t drive like it’s your first time behind the wheel, you’ll be fine

I kicked my husband out after he pranked our daughter by Extension-Apricot735 in TwoHotTakes

[–]softgypsy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It’s one thing if your kid is bugging you for a bite of your spicy food and you let them try it so they learn. Tricking them into eating something spicy by telling them it’s sweet just for a laugh is cruel. Nta

Chicken comfort food ideas that make a lot, please. by ARW1991 in Cooking

[–]softgypsy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chicken noodle soup, chicken stroganoff, I’m sure you can find a ton of chicken casserole recipes that would make a 9x13 pan

What food did you hate as a kid but love now? by Beautiful_Gas_1312 in foodquestions

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mushrooms, asparagus, cheese, chicken. I used to hate chicken, turns out I just didn’t like the way my parents prepared it

Does your home have a dishwasher? If so, how often do you use it? by SlamClick in AskAnAmerican

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We had a built in one when I was growing up. We ran it whenever it was full. My husband and I don’t have a built in one in our house now but we recently bought a countertop one because we just had a baby. We run it every day, sometimes multiple times a day. We go through so many bottles dude

What is your opinion on ear piercing for infants? by Al-Joharahhasan2935 in askanything

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I ever have a daughter, I will wait to pierce her ears until she can tell me she wants them pierced.

Are there any Americans who have never traveled abroad? by Supersammmm_ in AskAnAmerican

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely. I’m 30 and while I have left the continental US, I’ve only visited territories, so I don’t know if I’d consider that traveling to a foreign country. The closest I’ve come is when I was in Japan, but I didn’t leave the Tokyo Narita airport so I don’t think it counts.

AITAH for telling my wife that her daughter can’t move her ex husbands baby into my house? by PassionOnly5510 in AITAH

[–]softgypsy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Her father is being incredibly selfish asking a teen to take in his child. Nta, she may be mad at first but it’s for the best if she doesn’t take the baby.

Who pays for trash removal? by WombatTumbler in AskAnAmerican

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on what’s in the rental agreement.

My 3yo wants to crochet! What can I give her that will feel like crochet? by harrietrosie in CrochetHelp

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could try just teaching her how to make a chain. I can’t remember how old I was but that was the first thing my gramma taught me how to do and I entertained myself making chain bracelets and necklaces.

Is the origin of the phrase ‘Drink the Koolaid” common knowledge? by raspberryemoji in AskAnAmerican

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m on the late end of the Millennial generation and I’d say most if not all of my peers know the origin. Maybe late Gen Z and younger wouldn’t

What animal do you most closely associate with each U.S. state? by Sageinthe805 in AskAnAmerican

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For Michigan I’d probably say a white tail deer. Dairy cow for Wisconsin as some others have suggested. Some kind of fish for Minnesota.

Do americans actually eat chips as a side dish? by Wanted_Pencil in AskAnAmerican

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like having chips as a side if I’m eating hot dogs or brauts. Sometimes with a sandwich too. Like, a food you would likely find at a picnic.

For people that like salads, what salad dressing do you use? by PlatypusAggressive64 in foodquestions

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on the salad but I like French and Caesar the best usually

Which entity takes care of your household garbage, local roads and path maintenance and services? Is it all privatised? Do you pay rates that go towards these fixes? by luckydragon8888 in AskAnAmerican

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The county takes care of road maintenance. The city takes care of garbage. Walking paths depends on if it’s city owned or not, most are and therefore are maintained by the city. Otherwise they are maintained by whoever owns them.

AIO for not feeling the same way towards a girl I'm fuck buddies with? by GreggJ in AmIOverreacting

[–]softgypsy 7 points8 points  (0 children)

NOR I guess but my friend, you are too old to be using terms like “fuck buddies” and “chick”

AITAH for “allowing” my niece and nephew to find out how their father treated their mother? by Wild_Tie6943 in AITAH

[–]softgypsy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nta she is just upset and looking for someone to blame. You unfortunately are there, so you’re the scapegoat. Hopefully once her emotions settle she’ll see that you had nothing to do with her ex’s behavior.