I fully understand the boundaries and limitations side. There are a lot of people who label themselves “not a cat person” or “not a pet person” and don’t interact with animals, based on this preconceived notion, and then are surprised when they enjoy it.

Not being able to take responsibility for another soul is reasonable.

Doesn’t sound like a good work environment anyway. That sucks, man.

Sigh. Vaporeon had someone all hot and bothered and they posted a lengthy diatribe on why and it became a meme.

ETA: The pokemon in the picture, Eevee, turns into Vaporeon with the help of a water stone.

Oooh yeah I would definitely invest in a personal chef

Hang in there, baby

Actually kind of sweet.

Lady, I have a folder on my phone of the memes you’ve posted to nicememes. I pull one up at random when I need a pick me up. I’ve shared them with others when they resonate with a situation. What I’m saying is- you may be the first person to ever go to heaven because of your memes.

I’m sorry that you’re going through it. I’ve been there myself. I hope you that you have the support you need, and you’re right- all things change eventually. Your debuff does have a countdown, you just can’t see it.

Why permanent? Couldn’t it be a temporary debuff?

It’s a learning curve for both of you. The ice and pillow techniques are good ones. It took about a week for my snuggly cat to figure out the best place to lay across my lap to not injure my femur fracture. Let him know when he’s hurting you (yelp when he steps where it’s painful), and he’ll find his spot and you’ll find your spot. It’s normal for cats who love you to want to be near you while you are healing, he’s trying his best to help.

Not knowing who Bobcat Goldthwait is, I would take offense at the “no offense”.

Yep

I have a shark combo that’s a few years old- the vacuum piece definitely clogs more thany old solo robot vacuum. I’m not sure if in recent years it’s gotten better, but having to empty it daily is still better than vacuuming manually. The mop function you have to install the water tank and put the mop pad on to use it and I find it does a fairly good job. Still need to vacuum and mop manually time to time but the in between is helpful.

That’s my dream office haha. Somewhere that no one knows exists.

Interesting architectural mystery

How?

I think the opposite of a bullet hell is a bullet heaven, and vampire survivors counts.

In Herbert West: Reanimator he describes a black person with such dehumanization that I felt physically sick. I had to put the book down. Which is disappointing, because I really enjoy the writing other than the racism, but I comfort myself in knowing that he doesn’t profit off his writing now.

Assholes don’t build lasting societies.

Thank you for articulating my point better!!!

It can certainly feel that way. And I do think there is no such thing as an ethical billionaire, if by favouring assholes you mean rewarding monetarily.

I argue though, that without kindness there would be no societies. Even if the parable of the Margaret Mead’s healed femur isn’t true, the fact remains that there are in fact those who help, and they are probably more plentiful than those who hurt. They’re just harder to spot, because media makes money off emotions and fear and anger are stronger than hope.

To quote Mr Rogers “look for the helpers”, because they are there. And if you’re not seeing them, maybe it’s time for a news break. Including social media, just for a week. And then see how you are feeling. I have to take breaks now and then, and I promise it helps.