The "what's On Your Mind?" Thread -2019

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Yep. The big meal is all fun and games unless you're the one doing all the shopping, all the cooking and all the cleanup. Nope. Not worth it especially for one or two people.

I dunno, I've enjoyed cooking and eating this big ol' bird... and I'm looking forward to delicious turkey sandwiches on lunch break next week! Big ol' bun or bakery roll, mayo, turkey, cheese, stuffing, cranberry jelly, and perhaps a dab of sweet hot mustard, LOL. And next weekend, turkey soup with plenty of meat, fresh veggies and pasta shells, that soup is a meal in itself. I don't mind the extra hassle involved in prepping & cooking a bird this size, I use a throwaway foil roasting pan atop a sturdy cookie sheet for the turkey, makes life a little easier on the cleanup side. And how often do I cook a turkey? I'll do another for Christmas, unless I decide to buy a ham... I lean toward turkey because it's healthier overall, though the side dishes add calories and whatnot. Meh, I've made it this far in life, might as well enjoy myself, and I'm having a wonderful time catching up with all the football... 🏈
 

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Today was Shane's memorial service. It was beautiful, but I hated it because he shouldn't be gone. If that makes any sense. And of course, my crazy mother had to start crap. She called my grandma this morning saying she knew she wasn't welcome, but she was going anyway. She showed up and wasn't allowed in so she got someone to trick my sister into going outside. Started yelling at my sister (who is mourning the death of her son) and calling her a b****. My sister snapped. Grabbed her by the hair and wouldn't let go and was trying to get to her face to hit her. A few people pulled her away and the cops were called. By the time they got there, my sister had been pulled back inside and I don't know if my mother was arrested or just made to leave the premises.
Honestly, what was her plan? Did she think screaming at my sister would get her into the funeral? If there was ever a snowball's chance in h - e - double hockey sticks of my sister ever having anything to do with her again, it's gone. She didn't just burn that bridge; she nuked it.
And then Aedan fell asleep in the car on the way home, which means he's gonna be up all night. And I'm just drained. Physically and emotionally. I'm struggling to hold my eyes open. And John got called into work so he can't help out. He won't be home until midnight. I just want to sleep. I'm dehydrated from crying and can't seem to get enough to drink. I just want today to be over. I would really love to wake up and find out the whole thing - starting with Shane being diagnosed with cancer - was just some horrible nightmare.
 

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My sister surprised me with this and I almost cried. Not sure why lol I've been so emotional lately. Maybe it's just my hormones telling me it's baby time.
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I bought these cute press ons. I couldn't find the replacement nail adhesive tabs for when they fall off. Hopefully I can find some before they fall off.
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I also bought the candy canes and chocolates I need to put into the Christmas cards I'll be giving out this year.
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I was thinking about doing something crazy to help with my social anxiety. So, there's a guy I don't know personally but he's been working at my local grocery store for years and I think he's cute. I was thinking about writing him a short letter in a Christmas card and leaving it on his work desk which he leaves unattended often. Maybe I could put my number in there too. I went to Walmart the other night and I saw him there. I've always wanted to say something to him but I'm too shy. He has the cutest curly hair I've ever seen. I was thinking the card would be the perfect way of introducing myself. But I don't know... I'll probably lose my nerve when the time comes. But I don't think I could go into the new year having not spoken a word to him after all these years. When we were younger, (it's been so many years - maybe 6?) he used to stare at me when I walked pass his department and he even said Hello once but I was too shy to say anything back. It's weird seeing how much he's grown and changed. I even know his name.

I figure, why not?? Worst case scenario, he's not interested or has a girlfriend/boyfriend. Best case scenario, he's a nice person and calls me and we go out for coffee or something. But if I don't do it, I'll miss 100% of the chance of anything happening so I'm definitely going to do it.
 

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Super cute seasonal nails!

And good on you being brave! I was never so good at things like that.
I think it has to do with my on going existential crisis. Things feel really small and meaningless right now so it's easier for me to be brave.

Another example is I never used to dance or sing in public when my favorite song came on but now I do without feeling fear.

I'm hoping by being my true authentic self, I'll open up to more opportunities.

Hoping the card will be well received. I already typed out what I'm going to write. Tried my best to keep it silly and lighthearted with a dash of sweetness.

Also, if you are wondering about context, my EC started after I started detaching myself from my church.
 

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I'm annoyed with FedEx. I ordered a bunch of stuff for early Black Friday from Chewy. They sent it all in 5 packages (most with one thing in them, one box with multiple things). The big one was marked as "out for delivery" on Saturday. It didn't get delivered, so I thought, they're busy, no big deal, it'll come on Monday. Today all the parcels are marked "out for delivery". I just got home from work and ONE thing is here. Hmph. I'm not much for complaining to companies but if everything isn't delivered tomorrow, I'll have to call them just to see what's going on.
 

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I'm annoyed with FedEx. I ordered a bunch of stuff for early Black Friday from Chewy. They sent it all in 5 packages (most with one thing in them, one box with multiple things). The big one was marked as "out for delivery" on Saturday. It didn't get delivered, so I thought, they're busy, no big deal, it'll come on Monday. Today all the parcels are marked "out for delivery". I just got home from work and ONE thing is here. Hmph. I'm not much for complaining to companies but if everything isn't delivered tomorrow, I'll have to call them just to see what's going on.
Could the weather have stopped it? I know that a lot of flights were canceled due to a major storm in the midwest. If they're coming from there, you will probably have to wait a little longer.
 

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The rest of the parcels just showed up. Real efficient sending multiple trucks to the same address on the same day :/. But I am on the highway so I hope nobody went too far out of their way.
 

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Wondering if the cops are going to harass me tonight when I go over to feed the feral cats.
 

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Wondering if the cops are going to harass me tonight when I go over to feed the feral cats.
I hope not.

That betta fish forum I joined is toxic. I'm going to quit it.
I asked a simple question and was basically attacked by two members who when took my response to their harsh response wayyyy out of proportion. Jesus.
 

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I hope not.

That betta fish forum I joined is toxic. I'm going to quit it.
I asked a simple question and was basically attacked by two members who when took my response to their harsh response wayyyy out of proportion. Jesus.

They have for the last two months. :angryfire:

Most animal forums are toxic like that. Everyone has an opinion.
 

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They have for the last two months. :angryfire:

Most animal forums are toxic like that. Everyone has an opinion.
Is there someone you can speak to "higher up" about what you're doing? I don't know how police units work but maybe a chief or supervisor? What exactly are they harassing you about? Is it being in the parking lot or feeding the cats?

I was so taken aback by their responses. I can't believe how incredibly rude they were to me over something so simple. They read one of my responses and took it out of proportion. Said I was "rebuking" them and "not listening" basically. Ridiculous. I don't understand how they could have caught my "tone" from just reading words I typed on a computer.
 
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