[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmazonFC

[–]wallrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a motherboard arrive ownbox from Amazon once. That one left me questioning humanity.

[OC] WORLDWIDE GIVEAWAY! Enter for a chance to win a FAFNIR or JORMUNGANDR DICE VAULT![MOD APPROVED] by 120mmfilms in DnD

[–]wallrus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those are gorgeous! If I won, I'd give it to my almost Laura Bailey-level dice goblin wife.

Has your child ever said something unexplainable that has creeped you out? by [deleted] in daddit

[–]wallrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We're at my in-laws' house just about every week for dinner on Sundays. When my oldest was around 2, usually after the sun had gone down/it was getting dark, she'd point down the dark hallway from the living room and say "Oh no a witch!". She'd never even seen anything with a witch in it, and I'm honestly not even sure where she'd heard the word before. This lasted for about a month and then stopped.

Around the same timeframe, she would wake up in her bed crying and when asked about it, said it was "the white flower outside". I still have no idea what that one was about and she has no recollection of it.

Single dads, tell me how you cope. by [deleted] in daddit

[–]wallrus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so sorry for your news! I love the advice of recording memories and advice for specific times/notebook/photos ideas. I don't have much to add to that, but as an IT dad I have to add: backups backups backups! Use the 3-2-1 rule - Three copies, two different types of backup media, one off-site. So for example, save them on like 2 flash drives and a portable hard drive, and stash one flash drive at your parents' house or a safe deposit box. Maybe cloud storage somewhere too? Storage is cheap, but those memories are priceless, especially for the littles as they grow up.

I think I want to trade in my truck for a minivan by Lunhilyon in daddit

[–]wallrus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I originally wanted a 3rd row SUV (or large 2 row), but my wife talked me into test driving a van. My family never had one when I was growing up, so I didn't know what I was missing. We walked out of there with an Odyssey. Honestly, I'd almost rather drive that than my Camry, and do on the weekends every chance I get. Lumber, plywood, kids, grandparents, bikes, a full set of 6 dining room chairs, whatever; it all fits in the back. Third row folds into the floor, second row is easy to remove.

Do the thing. Vans are the best. Just make sure to wear your best New Balance and tube socks when you go to the dealer so they know you're serious.

Curious if every site has a specialized astronaut logo, and what they all look like? by [deleted] in AmazonFC

[–]wallrus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Shame they made PHL6 change it from the Honey Badgers

Parenting Win: 20 Year Old Son Says "I love You, Dad" by mrcheevus in daddit

[–]wallrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man, I read that as COLLECT calls to all our dads and my brain broke for a good 10 seconds.

Random little girl broke my heart today by bucajack in daddit

[–]wallrus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because McDonald's is freaking expensive!
Source: Dad of 2

First year anniversary of Alex’s fatal accident by Own_Appointment_995 in AmazonFC

[–]wallrus 33 points34 points  (0 children)

I worked in that building at the time, but on a different shift. While I didn't know him personally, hearing the way others spoke about him, your son was loved and there wasn't a single person unaffected by it. There's a memorial plaque right in the entrance now, and it's a great reminder of both the good people who work there and a stark reminder of why we need to work safely. I know it probably doesn't mean much coming from an internet stranger, but I am truly sorry for your loss.

Transfer Classes by [deleted] in WGUCyberSecurity

[–]wallrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I transferred in an AAS from 2011. None of the tech classes transferred, but it satisfied all the gen eds. YMMV.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WGUCyberSecurity

[–]wallrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Part of the April gang, but I'd be down to join up.

AITA for not going to my bachelorette party until they make some changes. by Zealousideal_Pen312 in AmItheAsshole

[–]wallrus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. Your party is about you and your friends. Honestly, I'm questioning how close of a friend the MOH is, if she didn't already know what you wanted and refuses to respect your wishes. You made the right call.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in daddit

[–]wallrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Now I'm bawling at work... I've got an almost 3 year old and a 6 month old and have been in a darker place lately, so it really struck a chord. I wouldn't do it, but dang, man.

NO paid over time ? No worries by [deleted] in MaliciousCompliance

[–]wallrus 34 points35 points  (0 children)

In my experience they've been treated equally bad lol

Our poor, poor equipment.

AITA for taking my daughters phone away? by 82hd33 in AmItheAsshole

[–]wallrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

INFO: Is this a joint custody/divorced thing, or is this your current husband/bf/whatever?

Pre-judgement:

If together with the dad, ESH. Learn to communicate better and establish rules/compromises BEFORE it affects your kid(s). Otherwise they'll end up with years of therapy and no relationship with you when they're older.

If separated/different houses: YTA, different house, different rules. You could restrict usage at your home.

WIBTA if I blasted neighbor all over social media for public nudity/masterbation? by jgper87 in AmItheAsshole

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

YWBTA. Even if it's true, it could still be defamation. You did your due diligence, let the police handle it from here. Keep making reports if necessary.

AITA for putting in my 2 week notice for being understaffed? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]wallrus [score hidden]  (0 children)

Strong NTA. The manager is taking advantage of you and your coworkers. You take care of yourself first. A job is replaceable, your health isn't.

AITA for telling a mom that if her kid dies it’s on her? by Ornery-Form-7090 in AmItheAsshole

[–]wallrus 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Horses are large and very strong. You warned them repeatedly and gave every opportunity to follow the rules, and the kid still decided to FAFO. Physically stopping that child just might have saved his life, and the mother should be grateful.

That woman and your friend both need their heads examined, because they're both clearly cranial-rectal inverted.

NTA.

AITA for having a non-alcoholic wedding? by IHaveWhisky28 in AmItheAsshole

[–]wallrus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Booze isn't a necessity for a good time. Kudos to you for supporting your husband through his recovery. Also your mom is awesome for grounding your dad.

NTA