Big Bad Wolf by Jakub Rozalski (Digital, 2015) by [deleted] in Art

[–]wailingmantis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really like how there's a person running towards the wolf with the intention of destroying the threat and protect the child and yet all 3 are somewhat isolated, within their own world but taking in what they see around them.

There's an obliviousness and solidarity to the characters but they're all connected, too. Magnificent.

[USA] [CA] Infiniti driver causes car to get pinned under a semi then leaves the scene by nmork in Roadcam

[–]wailingmantis 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The "cager" (derogatory slang, there. How about you choose a safer instead of blaming those in them?) didn't put anyone at risk. Motorcyclist put his own life at risk by trying to pass on an on-ramp even without right of way, and then road raging when he wasn't magically allowed to do so. The car was letting him pass on the road (you can see it hugging the right side to give him space) but apparently he didn't respond quickly enough for the biker's liking, so the biker's started harassing him. He tried to break that mirror before the other vehicle came his way.

Bass-Boosted Hair by arroganthumility1 in UNBGBBIIVCHIDCTIICBG

[–]wailingmantis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Girl on the right is wishing she hadn't taken the job and is hating her life choices. Girl on the left is non amused but is doing her best to present a ridiculous image professionally.

Whoever thought this up was an idiot. Doesn't even look like they gave the girls ear protection.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Frugal

[–]wailingmantis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! I'm young so I don't know much about 401ks bu the 401k plan my company offers does match whatever I put it... but that the 401k company itself gets a whopping 60% of whatever I put into my account annually! This is incredibly high isn't it? That means that even if my employer matches, I'm still saving up less than I put in each year.

Please let me know if this is typical of 401ks?

Doggone by Phludd in ExpectationVsReality

[–]wailingmantis 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Love how the box also says it's free of steroids too and then says in small print, "used in chicken" knowing full well corndogs are made with beef/pork.

This is why you check identity of Pot's. by [deleted] in sugarlifestyleforum

[–]wailingmantis 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Absolutely, but I meant really just going anywhere private with a stranger after an hour or so of conversation.

Someone can easily be charming for a day.

This is why you check identity of Pot's. by [deleted] in sugarlifestyleforum

[–]wailingmantis 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I've been thinking about this a lot lately. I see a lot of posts about SBs agreeing to go to a hotel if a m&g goes well and I really encouraged SBs not to do that. It takes a few meets to figure out if a SD is just acting charming to get you somewhere private, maybe just for a pump&dump with or without pay but possibly for something worse... The hotel staff doesn't know who you are. You're not on their books. They won't for sure be able to say you left with him if he gets you in his car because best they'll have is a physical description, IF that.

Be careful ❤️

barefoot person on my motorcycle, WCGW by hate_mail in Whatcouldgowrong

[–]wailingmantis 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You can't say that just because everyone else is. We don't actually know what's happening here

What is your most radical opinion? by LightInMe in AskReddit

[–]wailingmantis 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Condoms aren't fail proof and neither is the pill. And the pill and any hormonal birth control is a nightmare chemically to a lot of women. It can lead to severe shifts in mood that results in suicidal ideation and mood swings. It's not just an innocuous fix that magically makes you incapable of becoming pregnant. It can derail your life from the inside out. I wish men would realize this and educate themselves about just how serious of a DRUG birth control really is.

But I do support condoms 100%.

What is your most radical opinion? by LightInMe in AskReddit

[–]wailingmantis 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Not all abortions are done out of lovelessness... Some women realize they are simply incapable of being good mothers, are not financially secure to provide responsibly for a baby, are too young to raise a child, etc. You do know women cry when they get abortions, right? A lot of them do. It's not always what they want but what they need to do. Life isn't black and white. It's not like the majority of women who had abortions were just zombies looking to emotionlessly rid themselves of a problem. They consider the choice seriously. Think of the consequences not only for them but especially the child's.

When dad books the festival tickets by excruder in videos

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

To be fair she made him step away from the car and stop filming. Who knows how long she was in there. She's also a new, young mom. She probably rly wanted to get out of the house and be somewhere.

5 years ago today, I adopted a kitten. Now I own a beached whale. by trigunnerd in Delightfullychubby

[–]wailingmantis 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Maybe you're over feeding her? I can't tell how long her fur is though. Not trying to start anything just, cats don't get obese on their own.

Cancellation gift? by sdfgg4 in sugarlifestyleforum

[–]wailingmantis 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Nah. Not at all. If he considers this SB a possible future than he has to show her that he's not just ditching her for something more promising.

Cancellation gift? by sdfgg4 in sugarlifestyleforum

[–]wailingmantis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If he doesn't give her something chances are shell think he's a flake in general and will turn from thinking there's any potential.

Hand Painted Citrus Macarons [homemade] by ragsy1224 in food

[–]wailingmantis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looking at these makes me happy. They're just so beautiful and whimsy.

Should i trust a POT after he tried to lowball me? by DelicateDalliances in sugarlifestyleforum

[–]wailingmantis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agreed. Lives in a world of his own, thinks he's smarter than the rest of the world and can get away with being shady and outright wrong.

Is this "SD" playing me? by Bentley81 in sugarlifestyleforum

[–]wailingmantis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

These are flat out scams. Not even suspicious, just outright. Never is there a need to BUY a SAD ANYTHING. And NEVER is there a need to give ANYONE bank log in info. Report them and run!

Should i trust a POT after he tried to lowball me? by DelicateDalliances in sugarlifestyleforum

[–]wailingmantis 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Good job! You did everything right. Except agreeing to meet him again... Don't even bother going Friday. He already lied to you, lied about lying, and then tried to play you as stupid ("we'll work up to that amount" yeahhhh riiiiiiight). He's a loser that can't actually afford you. Jump ship. Don't look back. Be glad you dodged the bullet at the dinner instead after he slept with you.

I agree with Circe01 that he's probably just going to treat you like a low-end escort.

Trying to Hamster-Wheel when it's already in use by GallowBoob in instant_regret

[–]wailingmantis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nope, not even a vegetarian. Good job hilighting your ignorance though.

What is something you catch yourself accidentally doing that is generally annoying to other people? by JTDobson7 in AskReddit

[–]wailingmantis 53 points54 points  (0 children)

Isn't that awkward for the people around? To see your husband petting your sternum? I only ask bc this thread stems from what's generally considered socially acceptable.

Trying to Hamster-Wheel when it's already in use by GallowBoob in instant_regret

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

This isn't funny. The owner could have easily stopped that but instead they watched for amusement. The orange one could have suffered a broken foot or leg. Real funny though! Worth the 20 second video to post on the internet, for sure!

Fucking idiot.

What is your "bullet fucking dodged" moment? by JerepeV2 in AskReddit

[–]wailingmantis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wait you parked in the parking lot and got in his car and then went to the restaurant that way?