Julie in Eugene
Eugene, OR
May 21
Julie in Eugene commented on Puggle: Love It or Shove It.
Julie in Eugene commented on Puggle: Love It or Shove It.
Just to add to what mr. herriman said about adopting purebreds... Both of my dogs are purebreds, both were adopted. With our first dog, we worked with a phenomenal breed rescue -- the best thing about them is that they are so committed and passionate about the breed that they are really invested in finding the best home for each dog (e.g., first-time dog owners or people with young kids will be matched with a different kind of dog). So, it took a couple of months, but we got a dog that fit exactly with our lifestyle and was all of the things that seandr listed (intelligent, good temperament, a good watch dog, not too high energy). The only thing missing was the raising him from 9 weeks part, but, since he's basically the best dog on the planet, I really don't think raising him ourselves would have made any difference.
With our second dog, we were open to taking on less of an "ideal" situation, so we adopted a puppy mill mama who is a little more high-strung and isn't fond of strange dogs. But, the point is, for many breeds, it's totally possible to adopt a phenomenal dog from a breed rescue. Petfinder.org is a great resource.
More...
With our second dog, we were open to taking on less of an "ideal" situation, so we adopted a puppy mill mama who is a little more high-strung and isn't fond of strange dogs. But, the point is, for many breeds, it's totally possible to adopt a phenomenal dog from a breed rescue. Petfinder.org is a great resource.
May 21
Julie in Eugene commented on Puggle: Love It or Shove It.
Julie in Eugene commented on Puggle: Love It or Shove It.
Where's the option for "Screw designer breeds, why don't you just adopt a dog instead?"
May 17
Julie in Eugene commented on It's Spring! Who's Ready for Street Harassment?.
Julie in Eugene commented on It's Spring! Who's Ready for Street Harassment?.
What @118 said.
Also, leaving aside the fact that "nice tits" is definitely not a compliment in this context, it's not always okay to randomly compliment strangers. There is a way to compliment someone on their appearance without being a creep. But it depends on:
--The nature of the compliment (e.g., how overtly sexual it is)
-- The tone/attitude/body language of the complimenter (I want to brighten a stranger's day vs. I'd like to try to strike up a casual conversation if you're open to it vs. I'm going to talk to you whether you like it or not vs. I am showing off for my buddies vs. I am demeaning/objectifying you)
-- The person being complimented (does this person look like they just want to be left alone to go about their day?)
-- The environment (are you at a bar/club? On deserted street?)
This sounds like over-thinking it, but really, I feel like it should be obvious/instinctual to any idiot with even a modest level of social intelligence.
Also, leaving aside the fact that "nice tits" is definitely not a compliment in this context, it's not always okay to randomly compliment strangers. There is a way to compliment someone on their appearance without being a creep. But it depends on:
--The nature of the compliment (e.g., how overtly sexual it is)
-- The tone/attitude/body language of the complimenter (I want to brighten a stranger's day vs. I'd like to try to strike up a casual conversation if you're open to it vs. I'm going to talk to you whether you like it or not vs. I am showing off for my buddies vs. I am demeaning/objectifying you)
-- The person being complimented (does this person look like they just want to be left alone to go about their day?)
-- The environment (are you at a bar/club? On deserted street?)
This sounds like over-thinking it, but really, I feel like it should be obvious/instinctual to any idiot with even a modest level of social intelligence.
Apr 24
Julie in Eugene commented on Mark Driscoll Compares Wives to Water Torture.
Julie in Eugene commented on Mark Driscoll Compares Wives to Water Torture.
@wisepunk. Well, see, I earn access to the internet by not nagging him. He keeps a handy chart on the kitchen wall -- I get a checkmark for every day I nag, and a gold star for every day I don't. Every gold star earns me 15 minutes of internet access! I've been especially nag-free this past week, so I have plenty of time to Slog!
Apr 24
Julie in Eugene commented on Mark Driscoll Compares Wives to Water Torture.
Julie in Eugene commented on Mark Driscoll Compares Wives to Water Torture.
Oh, Wives! There is nothing we love more than agreeing to an equitable distribution of household duties, noticing that perhaps some of the things Husbands agreed to do aren't getting done, and then having to feel like we're nags for asking Husbands to uphold their end of the arrangement! We just can't get enough of that!
Also, Husbands! Such schmucks, amirite?
Also, Husbands! Such schmucks, amirite?
Apr 19
Julie in Eugene commented on Let Us Divert Ourselves Momentarily from Bomb-Related Horror, Loss, and Uncertainty....
Julie in Eugene commented on Let Us Divert Ourselves Momentarily from Bomb-Related Horror, Loss, and Uncertainty....
I saw this earlier and wasn't totally clear whether the part after the interview was aired. Was it just them having fun during the commercial?
Apr 19
Julie in Eugene commented on Manhunt Continues for At-Large Boston Bombing Suspect.
Julie in Eugene commented on Manhunt Continues for At-Large Boston Bombing Suspect.
So... I have a question. Didn't we see a photo last night of a naked guy being taken into custody? Was that the guy who died? If so... how did he die in a shootout when he looked fine while being taken into custody? Was it someone else?
Apr 16
Julie in Eugene commented on France Study: Bras Contribute to Pendulousness of Breasts.
Julie in Eugene commented on France Study: Bras Contribute to Pendulousness of Breasts.
"Because my breasts might someday be saggy" is definitely not in the top five reasons why I wear a bra. Off the topic of my head, more important reasons include: they make my clothes look/fit better, they make my breasts look better in my clothes, not wearing a bra is not "professional", I'm not particularly keen on having my nipples show through my clothes, and "exercising with a D cup."
Apr 5
Julie in Eugene commented on President Obama Has Apologized to Kamala Harris.
Julie in Eugene commented on President Obama Has Apologized to Kamala Harris.
One other point... my experience has shown me that people have no idea what's appropriate when it comes to the issue of the appearance of women in politics. I've had people compliment how I look at an event, and then immediately get uncomfortable and ask if it's okay to do that. I've had people talk to me about how much potential I have, listing my accomplishments, and then apologetically say that I'm also reasonably attractive ("which doesn't hurt").
I'm tend to be really forgiving and have a good sense of humor about this topic, because even well-meaning people don't really know how to handle it (and not every woman is going to have the same opinions about it). But, in this instance, Obama definitely should have known better.
I'm tend to be really forgiving and have a good sense of humor about this topic, because even well-meaning people don't really know how to handle it (and not every woman is going to have the same opinions about it). But, in this instance, Obama definitely should have known better.
The Stranger
RSSSeattle Art & Performance Quarterly
A complete guide to Seattle's current art, film, dance, and theater season.
Facebook
Twitter
Anyways, for people that want non-puppies, many of the breed rescues test for things like whether a dog would be appropriate for a house with kids, with other dogs, or with cats. Those traits are even searchable on Petfinder...