Thought youse might like a little laugh. This is my iron. It’s about 25 years old. It still looks brand new. It’s like a kid’s toy. It’s the size of a tissue box. My mum bought it when I moved out of home. Her words were “You may need it one day”. Today is that day.
Daily Discussion Thread:🌷Mon 15 Apr 2024
Submitted 1 year ago by CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone to melbourne@aussie.zone
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CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Nath@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Tip:
Don’t fall for the temptation of cranking it to max heat. Reserve that for linen and pure cotton. Medium heat will work perfectly well in almost all circumstances.CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I swear my cuppa tea was hotter than the synthetic setting.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
On Saturday morning we woke up to the news my FIL had a mini stroke the night before. My husband got a pretty nasty text from his sister which he was about to retaliate to until I reminded him that she just buried her FIL three days ago. Then we have stabbings and shit going on overseas, protests here and I still had to hem pants for my daughter for school tomorrow. Although nothing really directly affected me I’m like “enough already”. Hence the reason Comfortably Numb popped into my head last night.
TinyBreak@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Oh shit, hope your father in law is ok.
Yep, daylight savings is rough enough with the news and illnesses or whatever. Bit over it all myself tbh.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Yeah he’s ok thankfully
Bottom_racer@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Heavy.
I hope you and extended fam is doing okay.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Yeah. We’re all OK. Thanks
anotherspringchicken@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Hugs. There’s just so much going on atm its quite overwhelming. I hope your FIL is ok and you & hubby are doing alright
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Thanks.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone 1 year ago
so many hugs to you and your fam
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Thanks. Appreciate it.
Duenan@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Thinking of you and hope all turns out ok.
It’s been a tough time all round it it seems.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Thanks mate.
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I hope everything works out for you ❤️
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Thanks mate.
Baku@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Oh that’s awful but I’m really glad he’s better
Perhaps a bit of news detox is in order?
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Thank you. Yeah no more media news for me tonight.
melbaboutown@aussie.zone 1 year ago
That sounds like so much. I hope you get a chance to relax for a moment and that your FIL goes well.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Thank you.
just_kitten@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I’m really glad that your FIL isn’t in a very serious condition. It’s a lot to have gone through in this short and insane time. One foot in front of the other
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Thank you.
SituationCake@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Controversial opinion, but I think the tv coverage of the Bondi incident has been too saturated. The exact same images and story over and over again without anything new to report. Yes, it’s a terrible tragedy. But wow the media latches on and just won’t let go until it’s absolutely drained every last drop of blood out of it.
TinyBreak@aussie.zone 1 year ago
did you see the footage broadcast live on Saturday arvo? I thought the presenter was about to pop a boner from the excitement of having a story. It was disgusting.
SpinMeAround@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Or something “more interesting” comes up. It’s fucked.
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Agree.
tone212_@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Yes! I noticed this. I think this has become much more common after the COVID era of people being glued to media for an extended period of time. The powers that be want that behaviour to continue.
Duenan@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I Agree with you.
I saw quite a bit on tv over the weekend and all they did was rehash and even reword sentences over and over just to extend the coverage and constantly interview people who said were guessing what happened but that the police had to complete their investigations and stuff before they could make a factual statement.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I don’t watch aussie news at all and read newspapers maybe once a week
so missed all the arseholery by the media
PeelerSheila@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I didn’t watch a lot about it but was still surprised at how gratuitous some of the images and footage were. One that surprised me was the ABC when they did an article about the response from the guy’s parents and actually showed the police car outside their house.. We don’t need to see where his parents live, they’ve done no wrong and feel awful about it all, why show everyone where they live?
Baku@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I’ve been a bit weirded out by it too, but I’m trying to see the good side. It’s a good sign that they’re still going on about it, that shows that at least some people are interested, and the reason people still care about it now is that this is a pretty big thing that just doesn’t really happen here. In certain other countries, shootings and similar massacres are so commonplace they’re not cared about at a national level, and half the time won’t receive more than a casual mention at state level,.similar to how we’d treat a car accident.
fullkitwanker@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I’m high as shit on meds (I was under GA and now on Oxyvodone?) . Procedure went well. TMI but I’m high as shit: pain in the ass (pilonidal cyst) is literally gone! Yay ✨
@Baku can someone pls tag Baku as he followed up on my previous post
Seagoon_@aussie.zone 1 year ago
ow, it’s crazy how seeming weird little things can really disrupt quality of life
glad it went well and you are getting better now, gentle hugs
Baku@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Glad to hear you’re alright!
Eagle@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Yay! Hopefully it heals quickly.
just_kitten@aussie.zone 1 year ago
It’s been a helluva day after a busy week - 4 loads of laundry, wrangling more car inspection logistics, dealing with more family drama, figuring out work things…
Luckily I was granted my first wfh day tomorrow so I don’t need to worry about getting to work and organising lunch on top of it all. Slotted in a car inspection that feels very promising. Please cross your fingers for me that this is the one, it ticks all the boxes. I really need something before next week…
ReadEverything@aussie.zone 1 year ago
🤞🤞🤞
Duenan@aussie.zone 1 year ago
🍀
Seagoon_@aussie.zone 1 year ago
🤞🤞🤞
TinyBreak@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Kid is doing a lot better, but still woke up screaming bloody murder at 4am. This was after it took nearly 3.5 hours to get him down in the first place. My stomach feels a bit “meh” so i decided to forgo the coffee. Struggle street is real today.
fullkitwanker@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I haven’t told anyone in my life (outside of work) that I have a small medical procedure today. I haven’t told my parents because I don’t want them to unnecessarily stress out and they’re enjoying a holiday in Spain. It’s an annoying cyst that needs draining. Hope it goes well.
I now need to fast until surgery 😩 ate 2 ✨_kwossants_ ✨ and a protein shake. Might get some orange juice later as I can have clear liquids until 2 hours before.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone 1 year ago
hugs
fullkitwanker@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I made an unfortunate mistake of watching one of those for my condition…and I am extremely nervous.
Llabyrinthine@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Well wishes for a speedy procedure and recovery.
melbourne_wanderer@aussie.zone 1 year ago
StudChud@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Inspection on Thursday, so I have many chores to do before then.
My apartment is the physical manifestation of depression and untreated ADHD. I’ve written a list for each room and general cleaning, and will start from the back and move to the front.
Pray for me.
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I changed my Seek settings, so now I can get an email whenever someone opens my resume, and I’ll get one if my application is unlikely to proceed.
Makes life easier
StudChud@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Bathroom and kitchen sinks cleaned, toilet done. Vacc’d the study and hallway. Wiped windows, benches, fridge and walls.
Tomorrow I will tackle the bedroom and living rooms and hopefully my LL won’t realise I’m an actual piece of shit.
Also, can anyone confirm that lack of airflow causes mold? I found some on the fridge and windows and wonder if my lack of flyscreen is to blame? (As in I am hesitant to open doors/windows due to bugs because I don’t have flyscreen at all). Weighing up whether it is worth grabbing those temp ones from Bunnings or not…
TinyBreak@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Freakin love the home affairs youtube ad talking about setting up Multifactor auth. I mean, Bro I’m in talks right now with Microsoft regarding best practices of conditional access MFA and the depreciation of per user MFA policies, so you might’ve wasted the budget on me. But its good to see someone OTHER than the banks starting to push this shit. We’ve gotta get past this “I’m old. I dont GET computers” attitudes, cause if that’s your take you better get off the internet and go back to a pen and paper as you’re doing exactly what attackers want you to do: Bury your head in the sand under the guise of “its all too hard”.
MeanElevator@aussie.zone 1 year ago
It’s so nice out, I feel guilty for sitting at my desk. Lunchtime walk in the sunshine is on the cards methinks.
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone 1 year ago
RustyRaven@aussie.zone 1 year ago
There is a random black cat wandering around my back yard and is currently sitting on top of my shed. I had a brief moment of fear until I confirmed Miss Meow is still safely curled up in her basket snoozing.
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Does anyone else wake up in the middle of the night to snack?
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I just wanted to remind people if anyone is struggling due to the craziness of the last couple of days speak up.
Anyone working from home today because of the protests?
Alamutjones@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Morning
Gibsonisafluffybutt@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I made an online dating profile yesterday. I deleted it today. That was an interesting experiment.
fullkitwanker@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Hmmm. On the tram. Lady on aisle seat sitting with crossed legs. Person 1 went across awkwardly. Person 2 just walks through, sorta like kicking her leg and then turns back to her with an annoyed face. Lady has now crossed legs again. Fascinating stuff really.
StudChud@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Carpet moths and nests have been sprayed with cleaning solution (because big spray is exxy and unsafe for the cat, this cleaning solution is meant to be safe though) and they seem to be carking it. I hate myself for not realising sooner - depression is a hell of an illness 😓
CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I have to hem some pants. I thought I had grey cotton but no. I have every other colour though. Black will have to do.
imoldgreeeg@aussie.zone 1 year ago
If I go into the office today it will be just me … But I have pakidge due to be delivered there tomorrow. Should I WFH and risk it being early? It is currently at melb airport so I reckon it has one more stop before the truck.
Gah. Comfy WFH but… pakidge
wscholermann@aussie.zone 1 year ago
While the closing of psychiatric hospitals and putting people out there in the community was well meaning, I do think they went too far with it. Some folks are a danger to themselves and others and honestly probably need to be in an institution.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Curry Laksa is cooking, I didn’t have bean sprouts so I just added some mixed vegies. It will be ok.
Seagoon_@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Heard Sister Golden Hair in a shop, one of my fave songs of my teen years
how is it you can not hear a song for a decade and yet still remember every note and word www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gibSb1_GGw
Alamutjones@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I need to go to the supermarket. Don’t want to
StudChud@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I have a zit right on the lip of my nostril. It’s like my body doesn’t want me to be seen today. Gorram it
useless_modern_god@aussie.zone 1 year ago
bull@aussie.zone 1 year ago
I’m going to give you a URL which might ruin any plans you had for the whole day if you’re anything like me: udio.com
I’ve been making ridiculous songs and it’s in-fucking-credible how good it is. Get to know the tags you can use if you use the Custom function rather than letting it just generate its own lyrics and verses etc.
Have fun. Listen to some of the staff picks to hear what sort of things are possible. The first one I heard which blew me away was “Wow… I Didn’t Know That”
If I create anything to that calibre I’ll let you know.
Nath@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Bruce Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins, judge finds.
I’m shocked, I tell you!
Extra bonus comment: “Having escaped the lion’s den, Mr Lehrmann made the mistake of coming back for his hat.”
Such a great way to put it. That criminal trial was not going his way. When he escaped with a mistrial, he really should have faded into obscurity. But noooooooooo, he willingly went back for more. Idiot.
To think, 5 years ago, he harbored the idea of going into politics.
TinyBreak@aussie.zone 1 year ago
so now can we drag 7 over the coals for buying this fucker hookers and blow?
melbaboutown@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Good. (The validation of the finding, not that it happened.) They put her through so much shit.
SituationCake@aussie.zone 1 year ago
He’s so full of himself, it’s amazing his head can squeeze through the courtroom doors. But I guess that’s what makes a personality for politics, probably would have risen to the top in no time. Hopefully he finally fades away never to be seen again.
Duenan@aussie.zone 1 year ago
Been looking at this today. Sadly even though the judge has come to that judgement it can’t incur any criminal penalties according to the ABC.
““I hasten to stress this is a finding on the balance of probabilities.”
Mr Lehrmann faced a criminal trial in the ACT Supreme Court in 2022, which collapsed without a verdict due to juror misconduct.
This trial is a civil defamation trial where the burden of proof is less and does not lead to any criminal punishment.”
Despite that it’s a good ruling.