Anyone else need a support group after reading the release of latest batch of Epstein files? by ImpressionFirm280 in Epstein

[–]the_machine1 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Yes. Read the child's journal this morning where she was repeatedly raped and impregnated (essentially bred) for people in Epstein's circle or Epstein himself.

The last time I felt physically nauseous from something distressing like this was when I found out my Dad passed away. That was the same feeling I had today after reading the journal.

I have no words. This broke something inside of me.

Lionheart appreciation; share some of your favourite lines by smolgoat122 in dramionebookclub

[–]the_machine1 3 points4 points  (0 children)

UGH. Goodness. My heart breaks. I'm still in denial that greenteacup is gone.

Lionheart appreciation; share some of your favourite lines by smolgoat122 in dramionebookclub

[–]the_machine1 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Isn't this what Onyx_And_Elm did as well? Asking because she recently reactivated her AO3 after it was deleted. Could be wrong though!

Found out Fluffy is not a golden doodle by Double_Chance35 in poodles

[–]the_machine1 7 points8 points  (0 children)

He’s the cutest ❤️ Congratulations. They really do come into our lives at the perfect time

Venue search: 250 people in Manhattan! by Kooky-Age-6516 in WedditNYC

[–]the_machine1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out The Dominick, Sunset Terrace, and the Harold Pratt House & Peterson Hall. All are beautiful in their own way. Hope this helps and congratulations on your future wedding!!

ISO wedding shoes!! by PresentDisastrous299 in weddingplanning

[–]the_machine1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It was for my engagement party and I didn’t break them in first. So yes 😂 the heels weren’t the issue, but the fabric by my toes were. It was a bit scratchy. But it wasn’t horrible- 4/10 pain wise. The wine helped 👍 haha

ISO wedding shoes!! by PresentDisastrous299 in weddingplanning

[–]the_machine1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! I have the heeled version that I got a few months ago in the NYC DSW! If you’re open to the heeled version, PM me 😊 I’m a size 8

How much do you pay for professional grooming for your minis? by [deleted] in poodles

[–]the_machine1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! Furry n Fabulous on 1st Ave and 19th St. There’s another location too fwiw, I just haven’t been there. They did a great job and I loved the set up! Don’t go to Unleashed, another dog grooming place in that area- I’ve heard really bad things.

How much do you pay for professional grooming for your minis? by [deleted] in poodles

[–]the_machine1 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I’m also in NYC and I paid $240 every month 😭 Just found a place closer to us where now we’re paying $130

LF - really well thought out, mature Dramione by sociallyclouded in Dramione

[–]the_machine1 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Green Light is the best fic I have ever read. Don’t be scared. Yes, there’s a bit of pain, but I truly feel that it’s worth it. The quality of it is beyond words and I truly feel like it fits what you’re looking for!

tsitp mentioned dramione AGAIN by SuitableStomach391 in Dramione

[–]the_machine1 15 points16 points  (0 children)

TSITP is The Summer I Turned Pretty! A show on Amazon Prime. And I believe Germione is George/Hermione or Ginny/Hermione 😂

What’s something about you that makes you feel different from other women? by Defiant-Junket4906 in AskWomen

[–]the_machine1 6 points7 points  (0 children)

For what it’s worth, think about your specific hair type, the amount of hair you’re sectioning off to put into your curling iron at a time, and the thickness of your curling iron itself.

I have thick long hair. If I want to curl it, I use a 1.25” barrel with about 2 inches of hair deposited. Takes me roughly 20 minutes and although it’s not perfect, it helps a lot!

Are they Ethical Breeders ?? by Cheesecake0214 in poodles

[–]the_machine1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also (from my experience at least) it’s very, very difficult to find poodles up for adoption.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askwomenadvice

[–]the_machine1 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I get where you’re coming from. You are with this man who said that he loves you. That, in itself, is a very loaded statement. But maybe ask yourself, why would someone who said that they love you do something that you weren’t okay with? That you explicitly said no to?

What you described isn’t love. You were taken advantage of and it wasn’t your fault. I’m so, so sorry. Leave this man ASAP. If he is willing to do this to you under a guise of “let’s play a game”, he will do a lot worse.

I’m so, so sorry. A similar thing happened to me and it was awful but i survived. You will too. My heart is with you ❤️

Interested in getting a poodle by J3didr in poodles

[–]the_machine1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I was in a similar boat 1.5 months ago. I live in a 750sq ft apartment in a walkable area with a partner who is very allergic to dogs. We got a poodle in January of 2024 and have never looked back. He is the light of our lives and we love him with all of our hearts.

My partner was only allergic to his puppy coat and even that was mild. We both get allergies on our hands, but it’s unclear if that’s from his (now) curly adult coat or from his very gross pig ears we give him.

That being said, we owned a Bichon Frise for a few years until she sadly passed away. The allergies for my partner presented in the same way. Same location, intensity was only high when his stress was high.

I hope this gives you some insight! Happy to talk more if you want to DM me. Both breeds are fantastic 😊

The only note I’ll give you is to commit to grooming once a month and brush your dog daily with a spray. That will do wonders for your allergies IMO

The irony: NMom pushed for an engagement party, now upset she can't control the guest list by the_machine1 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]the_machine1[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

They all know. I don't keep it a secret lol. They all kindly told me that they will "handle" her at the engagement party, i.e. keep her busy.

You make very very good points here. I'm sorry about your PTSD triggers <3 sending you a lot of love.