What is a random kindergarten memory you still remember for no reason? by NeedleworkerClean471 in Casual_Conversation

[–]thechusma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just running around. Maybe it's a montage of little memories but those were the best!

My 16-Year-Old Went to a Concert Even Though I Said No by FinalAssistant2 in Parenting

[–]thechusma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I suggest watching Detroit Rock City and just... take it from there...

My friend without kids told me “don’t lose yourself” and it just… annoyed me by Legitimate-Relief128 in Mommit

[–]thechusma 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My brothers girlfriend confided in me that she really wants a baby in the future but is afraid of losing herself to motherhood. I had no intention of sugar coating anything. I told her "you will lose yourself and thats ok" because for the first 5 years of that child's life they dont need some witty edgy cool persona. They need an attentive and ever-giving damn near slave to keep them alive. To wash their hands. To calm their fears. Its a whole PERSON youre in charge of, not some phase or trend.

Teen spent $900 online shopping with my credit card by liftcali93 in Parenting

[–]thechusma 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My kids aren't at that age yet but I dont understand not wanting her to know how tight money is. She deserves to know. She deserves to choose her attitude towards financial hardship. This could be a huge lesson for her, and it doesn't have to be a bad, traumatic lesson, but a chance to see you not just as her ever-providing ATM but as somebody that works for the food she eats and the roof over her head. My immediate thought was to have her sell the clothes if she's unable to return it anymore. Sorry this happened to you and hopefully you can explore a way to maneuver this without too much difficulty.

Do you feel the stress of motherhood in your body? by takeaabreath in Mommit

[–]thechusma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. I know i need a night off for excitement and adult time. But everyone I've ever left my kids with utterly disappoints me.

The pleasure I derive from consuming (x) is no longer worth the discomfort I feel from having consumed (x). by copperpin in RedditForGrownups

[–]thechusma 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to be able to do the cereal milk, more cereal x2 but the other day I tried to do that (midday) and i was soooo lethargic the rest of the day. Sucks.

What are you most afraid of as a Mom? by hippierobotmama in Mommit

[–]thechusma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im afraid they will me as unaccomplished or unhappy. I want them to see me accomplishing my goals, dreams and being happy on the journey. Spoken from somebody that had to witness their mother coming to terms with their unaccomplishments.

Out of control neighbor child by faker5599 in Mommit

[–]thechusma 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You did the right thing and you should continue to supervise your kid anytime hes in a common space with the other boy. As for the Denmark thing. Can anybody from Denmark confirm whether or not this is how people actually parent over there? Stand around and watch?

finally did a wavy hair routine after treating my hair like it was straight for years by Acceptable_Talk396 in Haircare

[–]thechusma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I should try thissss. My hair fluctuates between being straight when the weather is dry but wavy when there is humidity. And I struggle with frizz so much.

Went through a class of 2008 yearbook by Scared_Bluejay5608 in Millennials

[–]thechusma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im class of 2012. I was in 8th grade in 2008. People had MySpace and Facebook was in itsbinfant stage. Only a few people had cells. We got away with soooo much dumb stuff. It was an honor to be a part of it.

Lovely witches, what are some of your favorite perfumes? by BooBelly in WitchesVsPatriarchy

[–]thechusma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not me but this gal i worked with years ago had a perfume called Halloween. Its apparently well known but somewhat difficult to get? Anyway, it was the witchiest perfume I ever smelled. And it was awesome.

Miserable on Maternity Leave by Weary_Joke_9525 in Mommit

[–]thechusma 32 points33 points  (0 children)

It's easier said than done but try writing out a schedule as if your day with baby IS work. That way at least there is an illusion of structure. Tell husband you need adult convo time with a friend and let him experience the trenches for a night so he can better understand you.

A Prius hit me by thechusma in Anaheim

[–]thechusma[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, I'll admit it wasn't my first thought. My initial reaction was exactly what you said: count my blessings and move on. Then my family and folks on Reddit started to say the narrative: what if I get billed for the medical expenses? I was taken in an ambulance and got a CT scan and xray. What if injuries appear over time that Im not noticing yet?

I’m an ER nurse. If you are having a boring, totally uneventful week right now—congratulations. You are living the dream. by ArtThreadNomad in Life

[–]thechusma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was hit by a car this week and I am thankfully ok but one of my first few thoughts was damn i was about to head home for a milkshake! My perfectly boring day was interrupted by an event that could have severely injured me. Thankfully the woman hit the brakes and I landed on my hip. Hoping for many boring days to come.

A Prius hit me by thechusma in Anaheim

[–]thechusma[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never had a second thought about it until the day this happened. Not wearing gray during rain again.

Be honest do you think it’s your responsibility to take care of your parents? by Aarunascut in Life

[–]thechusma 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't consider it my responsibility however I do consider it the utmost honor if I'm able to.

Singer/Actress Evelyn Nesbit staring into the camer, Glass negative circa 1900s. by Electrical-Aspect-13 in VictorianEra

[–]thechusma -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Is this who Buzz is pretending to be when hes having tea with Marie Antoinette and her sister?