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Have you ever have a had a "Had Enough Moment" with a retailer? Hubby and I for many, many years always enjoyed a drive thru coffee franchise a few times a week for a fresh hot cup for both of us when shopping. We don't smoke, drink or gamble, so this was our treat on our all day out shopping or errand days. The prices were stable for so many years, and now in the past 2 years seem to increase almost monthly. A dime here, a quarter next time, over and over. I...
Uncle Peep (Robert F)
My "Had Enough Moment" has to do with getting screened out after completing surveys. On other sites this happens maybe once per year or never. Here it's happened three times in the last two days!
5 hours ago
I ran a few earlier...they tend to drift down the list and get forgotten...John started one a while back but it is starting to fail badly..so I thought it was time for a new one again...OKAY people..who is on first? it is standup on line....which is great....so its not scary...in fact its a good place to checkout your material before you use it!
Von
A duck walks into a bar, and asks the bartender, "Do you have any grapes?"
The bartender says, "I'm sorry, Duck. We're a bar, and so we have wine and beer and mixed drinks. But no grapes." The duck is sad, and leaves the bar.
The next night, the duck comes back into the bar and asks, "Do you have any grapes?"
The bartender says, "No, Duck, I told you last night. We don't have any grapes! And if you come back in here tomorrow night asking for grapes, I will nail your beak to the bar!"
The duck hops down off the bar and runs out the door.
The next night, the bartender is waiting for the duck to come back in, and sure enough, he does. The bartender grits his teeth as the duck asks, "Do you have any nails?"
The bartender explodes. "What? No, of course I don't have any nails"
So the duck says, "Do you have any grapes?"
11 hours ago

I volunteer for a specific charity for a couple of hours, once a year and have been doing it for over 10 years. I have other commitments, but it doesn't stop me. However, others of similar age will say they don't have time for it. Would you volunteer some of your time for a good cause even if you have other commitments?
Blossom
I have knitted boxes of teddies for the Ambulance Service. The Paramedics give them to their young patients to pacify them. They also keep little hands busy which makes it easier for them to give treatment. I have also knitted some beanies that are given to cancer patients who lose their hair.
13 hours ago

BLM
It is worth it for me (since you can't take your money with you when you die) - in my case, my one hobby makes life more enjoyable while I am still above ground!
12 hours ago
If its Pink just click on it and 2 points..as far as I know there are no surveys....tangerine and maroon are both fairly similar..although sometimes pay out...Azure are the most devious and irritating..I avoid them at all costs..any long survey about sport..particularly cricket will ask masses of stupid questions but always pays...and if you want to talk about insurance or banks at great length...AND "celebs" on commercial TV in Australia...these can pay well too.....hope...
Andrew396
I avoid lime surveys because more often than not they're just a string of never ending pre qualifying questions. Azure and sometimes green surveys can be mildly irritating too because if you disqualify from the initial survey, it redirects you to at least one more survey before you get your "loser points". I'd rather just attempt a survey, and if I don't qualify, then just get the small number of points at the end rather than potentially get roped into a long (over 20 minute) survey for not a lot of points for the time.
5 hours ago

Adrian B 982956
I don't really enjoy holidays, I prefer to spend time at home. When I go on holiday it is to visit family.
21 hours ago

1 Ib Boneless chicken breasts cut into cubes 2tbsp sesame oil 2 tbsp soy sauce 1/4 tsp Black pepper 1 cup Low chicken broth 1/2 cup Fresh orange juice 1 tbsp Rice vinegar 1 tbsp Honey 2 cloves Garlic minced 1 tsp ginger 1/2 tsp Chili flakes In a bowl mix together chicken, sesame, garlic and ginger. Heat a fry pan and cook mixture until chicken is browned. Mix in the rest of the ingredients and let simmer for 10 minutes. (If wanting a thicker sauce...
Aussie 68
Sounds good my question is scroll down a little bit why is Rewardia sponsoring survey scams nobody gets $50 a survey
6 hours ago
I just bought a spray can of Black and Gold (value everyday)...made in Australia...the first thing is that it is VERY irritating...it STINKS..it is a bit like tear gas...a big burst into a large room and nobody can go in there for at least 24 hours...maybe it doesn't irritate bugs?...anyway if you get the chance this is the one to avoid...Public Service Announcement....anyone else has a product like this?...come on...
Von
Well don't use a bug zapper, the high frequency sound might hurt Benson's ears when a fly or whatever gets zapped.
13 hours ago

What s the most ridiculous or weird way you ve ever injured yourself or nearly met your demise ? As a very small child of 2 - 3 yrs I apparently somehow picked up a lit 'penny bunger' firecracker. This was back in the days when Cracker night saw adult & kids everywhere letting off fireworks in their backyards, parks etc. Lucky for me an older brother saw me, grabbed it & threw it before it went off, otherwise I could have been either seriously injured or...
Woodster
My friend and I, both about 10 years old, decided to raid Dad's drinks cabinet while he and Mum were out. I took a gulp of whisky to see what it was like, hated it and chucked the remains into the open fire. Whoosh, flames swept up onto the mantelpiece and a miniature Christmas tree caught fire, we panicked, I grabbed it to take it outside and burned my hand - boy did we have some explaining to do! Lucky escape for me and our living room I reckon.
1 day ago
Denim is a new Survey color.
Woofers
Ok, I'll ask the questions?
Why? Is it necessary? Or you are trying to keep everything interesting?
Or, All of the above?
19 hours ago
The shows we grew up with through the years - Need A winner. THE WINNER WILL BE THE SHOW WITH THE MOST THUMBS UP SO CLICK AND AGREE ON WHICH ONE YOU THINK SHOULD WIN . . . . This Topic will end and decide the winner at the end of APRIL 2026. ONE POST AT A TIME PLEASE ! You may vote for your...
APB
The Avengers..Steed and Mrs Peel...wildly kitch Kings Road adventures from an era I miss...very much...
15 hours ago
I know...I once said that you should never help a survey...right at the end when they want and ask you to.....I pointed out that a question asked "When would you typically buy fresh chicken products?"...and that the answers were "breakfast as a snack lunch or dinner"...and so it was impossible to answer.....I was flung out...after the survey...for wanting to help..and give an honest answer...with 12 points....they are touchy people and want that last box...
keimanzero
My answer would have been under other- I am allergic to chicken! I am used to being booted out and why? Most surveys are prepared by prejudiced and selfish and discriminatory folks!
1 day ago

Blossom
My Mum and her Mum & siblings had a yellow crested cockatoo called Harold. He had a habit of climbing their old type clothes line and stealing the pegs off the washing. He called out Harold when he was doing it and the family all went out and rescued their washing. Usually the washed had to be re-done especially when it landed on muddy soil. Some the stains never came out. Their driveway was grass and dirt. He dug a hole in the middle and sat on it for weeks after my naughty Uncle put an old egg in it. He wouldn't even move when they drove the car down the driveway. Eventually my Uncle lifted him and took the egg. Apparently Harold was not at all impressed and flew AT my Uncle a few times
12 hours ago

My Cambodian friend gave me this recipe, it is very flavorful and rich. Ingredients: 700g - 1000g Beef Roast 1 large onion chopped 2 Tbsp minced garlic 2 lemongrass stalks 2 kaffir lime leaves 1 tsp chili powder 1 orange (juiced) 3 Tbsp oyster sauce 2 Tbsp soy sauce 1 Tbsp white sugar Salt and pepper to taste Method: 1) Use a grinder to grind onion, lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves together until everything is fine. 2) Get a...
Methuselah.(Grumpy Old Man )
Worth the effort. Good recipe. W D.
18 hours ago
Here's a fun game Rewardia members - the A-Z Music post game. Here's the rules for each letter of the alphabet you can post a song title. Then the next person posts the next song title. You are welcome to attach a youtube link so members can listen to the tune. _____________________________________________ June 12, 2025 update To clarify rules... yes you can post more than once. Just no more than 2 a day that way other members have a chance to post their...
Christina C 466456
E - End of the Season - The Kinks
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Q15m77dRqfI&list=RDQ15m77dRqfI&start_radio=1&pp=ygUbdGhlIGtpbmtzIGVuZCBvZiB0aGUgc2Vhc29uoAcB
8 hours ago

Purple Cat 154
I thought that was an apricot??Yes peaches are delicious the all golden ones, then the delicate white peaches. Go to a green grocer or Harris Farm market or a supermarket in an upmarket suburb. Or even better go and buy direct from the fruit and veggie market wholesalers. You'll definitely get some delicious peaches ?? or nectarines. Don't miss out again!
1 day ago

writerrochelle
5 points for, if I were to go across country to see anything, I'd go to Jehovah's Witnesses headquarters in New York, because Jehovah's earthly government soon to come is the only government in which I'm interested! Matthew 6:9,10. ;-D
22 hours ago

This is another south-east Asian dish. Traditionally lilit (catfish) is used for this recipe. It is made in villages using fresh herbs and spices. Hence, the half a finger measurements. Half a little finger is about one teaspoon I learnt this recipe in central Sulawesi. *1 kilo of fish or chicken. (finely chopped) *5 cloves of garlic. *7 onion. *5 chillies *Turmeric (half little finger). *Ginger (half little finger). *Cumin (half tablespoon). *Galangal (half...
Pato Lo Duck
How did I know, this was one of your recipes before I even opened it Ron? My theory is that kaboom has given me psychic powers..
1 day ago

Ingredients 1/2 cup popcorn kernels 60 g butter 1/2 cup sugar 2 teaspoons honey Instructions Line a baking tray with baking paper. Place the corn kernels in a paper bag, fold the top of the bag over twice to seal. Cook in the microwave for 2 and 1/2 minutes. Remove unpopped kernels and place popcorn in a metal bowl. Place the butter, honey and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to boil for 4 minutes or until the mixture is a caramel colour,...
writerrochelle
My neighbor makes the best peanut butter popcorn! She gifts it to her friends! I recently treated her to a girl's day out, a movie and dinner, to get us both out of the house, and I ate so much theater popcorn! \ud83d\ude0b\ud83c\udf7f
3 days ago

I seem to be bombarded with Travel Deals in my inbox. Travel Companies and Agencies must be really feeling the downturn due to the conflict in the Middle East. Have you booked a great deal for 2026 or 2027?
Peter T
Hmm... I will not post what I want to say. Just reading the comments about President Trump and the US. Most are blind and need to wake up see what is going on. Good Vs Evil! End of times is coming!
Apr 07, 26
Rewardia members highly requested a 3 word version of this game. Thus the thread is born! I remember playing this game a lot when message boards were very hip in the myspace days..... Here's how KEEP a word, DROP a word (three word edition) works: There will be a post of three words: One eyed man (Keep two, change one) One Eyed Jack Posting rule: No more than two on the same day! You can post whenever time wise but be...
River
Not happy Jan
17 hours ago
Question: How are you finding the survey so far(at the beginning) "well so far the survey hasn't started yet so lets just wait and see... Question: Please turn your sound up and watch this advert Answer...all there was was loud horrible dance music and a screen with text on it that I could not read...what is wrong with you people are you on drugs... And finally tell us about your best holiday experience Answer: No..why don't you tell me all about...
Nel
This page seems new thanks Rewardia for this space! At least we can let out our stress, objections and weird practices connected to surveys! \ud83d\udc4d\ud83d\ude0a
4 days ago

KimSue
absolutely the swinging chair
15 hours ago
What did the physicist order as take away for his lunch ? Answer : Fission chips.
APB
This page needs shutting down...now
13 hours ago
It's 2026 and time for another fun game to add to the Forum Boards. I remember playing this game a lot when message boards were very hip in the myspace days..... Here's how KEEP a word, DROP a word works: Take the two words from the previous post. Drop one word, add a word. Please don't post consecutively (you can post two per day) so everyone has a a chance to post one. An example of WHAT NOT to see in the response: ie) Be...
Legally Blonde (Linda)
stay there
3 hours ago

Daniel A 2
I nearly always wake up early in the morning thinking I need more sleep. I don't consider that the wrong side of the bed though. I don't think having a Neo robot serving me breakfast in bed would be the right side either.
3 days ago

Cutting off family can be emotionally painful. It might bring on grief - not just for the relationship, but for the idea of the family you never had. You may experience judgment from others who don't understand your decision. What's it really like to cut off a toxic family member?
andieharrie
Not cut off, but I make no effort to see them anymore. I\u2019m still \u2018nice\u2019 to my MIL, but I no longer let her manipulate me after 16 years of letting things slide and just sucking it up. The final straw was when she screamed at me in a restaurant because I suggested, after three bottles of wine, that she might want to slow down a bit. She told me I was a terrible wife to her son and definitely not her \u2018cup of tea.\u2019 He sided with her, so the next day when she sobered up and admitted, \u201cI think I might have overreacted last night,\u201d I told her I\u2019d no longer do anything extra but would still be polite\u2014because that\u2019s who I am. I stopped doing all the little things, like buying birthday and Christmas gifts or reminding her son to call her for special occasions. Now she\u2019s realising her \u2018little prince\u2019 doesn\u2019t remember anything on his own. He got put on notice, too, but that\u2019s another story.
4 days ago

Yes, sort of. There was a coworker whose work was somehow off pretty frequently, and she had a habit of blaming others when her work was missing. What about you? Have you ever been bullied at work?
writerrochelle
Didn't we just have this question, or is my mind going? My last answer was, Yes and, after pushing back, we became friends. I think I also suggested standing your ground, and most bullies will back down! They're feeling bad about themselves, and trying to make themselves feel better, the wrong way. \ud83e\udd17
3 days ago

keimanzero
already do most of them on the list just so I can keep my fan and window AC running as needed.
14 hours ago

Men hang out with their mates...they are pleased to see each other...but it is all fairly normal...if someone likes your T-shirt it is a big deal....whereas women hang out with their "Girlfriends"...(they aren't your girlfriends...they are just your friends unless you are gay)...and when they get together somewhere they can shriek and laugh loudly...but they all cuddle and kiss each other (men tend to hold back on both of those) and a fair bit of time is spent on them telling each...
NotFriedLikeMost
And this is the difference between men and women. Men...simple. Women...complex. Why? Women NEED to create drama to do ANYTHING but be a traditional woman who wants a husband, kids, etc. and NOT have a high body count in their mid 30s, be lonely, used up and own 10 cats.
Men just want peace, a family, and reciprocated love.
5 days ago

Paul the Undead
none interest me at all should have sports from other countries not just US
19 hours ago

There are a lot of things I regret that I've done or more so that I haven't done, but I am still proud that I somehow managed to train in an area that I am still able to work in. That was now some 30 years ago that I qualified, which makes me feel old!
BLM
I would have made an 'UNBELIEVABLE' lousy father (never learned to care for my fellow human(s)). I got 'LUCKY' and never impregnated a female. When I turned 26 - I got a vasectomy (which made sex more enjoyable for me for the rest of my life)! The 'only' accomplishment I am 'truly' PROUD of - I never become a FATHER!!
Oct 25, 23

Secret Squirrel
Possibly if it was with V.R glasses in my living room ,in the comfort of my own home. Then maybe jumping out of the plane could be contemplated,virtually..maybe.
13 hours ago

Mayhem
Personally I think they should stay home. But if you have to feed the baby there are discrete ways to do it without every thing on show.. I know it’s natural but so is sex and I don’t want to see that when I’m eating either….
Mar 21, 24

There is so much going on at the moment...and most of it is either crazy dangerous or insane I don't know where to start ... please, tell us what you think needs fixing first...because it's a mess....and we need to start somewhere...
Secret Squirrel
I will start by apologising to our American rewardians. Usually I don't comment on specific political figures. That said,I was gobsmacked after reading Donald Trumps solution for the Gazza strip. Does he really think America will be allowed to take control,displace thousands,expect neighbouring countries to take in these people. As well as turn it into a "waterfront paradise". This is getting really scary,if you haven't read the news article or seen him make this statement please watch it. Rumours about Ametica leaving U.N and blatantly ignoring all other country leaders in the Middle East( except Israel). And proclaiming he will be the unifying force for the Middle East. One word comes to mind "Crazy". Again this probably won't be a popular comment among rewardians ,I say this out of deep concern .
Feb 05, 25

Over the last few years I have been growing my own vegetables and raising chickens in order to become more self-sufficient and limiting processed foods I consume. Not only do I enjoy the choosing of vegetables, growing the seeds and canning or freezing the finished product. But also the proud of producing enough vegetables to feed my family for 1 year in less than 5 months and saving money. I was wondering if anyone is gardening because of high cost of foods in supermarkets...
Lovey
I've been a gardener all my life, and currently have a small home garden and oversee a community garden at my church, where we have 68 plots of 100 sq. ft. each. There we have raised produce for local hunger relief - with this being our 25th year!
6 days ago

Has immigration affected your job or your chance to get a job, or has it made a difference to your job?
allin107.35
Cherokee Indian heritage here, if you do not have native american blood in your veins, you are all immigrants, get off my land and go home,,,, as you sure have ruined mine,,,
Jan 27, 24

In short, the Second Amendment states that as an American citizen, you have the individual right to arm yourself. The amendment also firmly establishes that the government cannot infringe on that right. Why should our guns be taken when there is so much more going on in the world? I think if our guns were taken, we would have more crimes. We would not be able to protect ourselves in our homes. We would have people coming on in our homes, and we would have no one to...
Rabbitohs
No one should have any Firearms that has a Criminal record for a start. There is no need for anyone to own a firearm that doesn't work in Law Enforcement or a Security Officer or a Registered Collector or a licenced hunter or a Farmer. Here in Australia we don't have kids Murdered that are going to school or at school. One trip to America I got stopped by Police in Ca, the first thing the officer said was, how many guns do you have and where are they ? The other officer had his gun in his hand. I said "We are Aussies why would we want guns ? He said "your not from Texas then" I said "We are from Australia we don't have guns" The 2nd Officer put his gun away. The issue was the number plates on the hire car were from Texas.
Jan 03, 25

I often wonder why a lot of them talk about loneliness especially among older community! If you really analyse, what is loneliness, it gives you several answers! One is fear of facing by yourself, another is unable to think what supposed to be done with one s time, and the other is someone needs another person to sit around and chat to them. If we can get over these 3 elements using our mental faculties to work on something better, there won t be any loneliness feelings I...
BLM
There is a big difference between alone and lonely (and you are deliberately mixing the two of 'them'). ALONE refers to the physical state of being by oneself, which can be a neutral or even positive experience. LONELY, on the other hand describes a feeling of sadness or isolation that rises from a lack of social connection or emotional support. FYI: You completely 'lost me' when you used the word THEM in your SCENARIO!
Mar 23, 26

I was reading a story where 1 YouTuber is in court and the Supreme Court in Florida is looking into censorship on social media. As much as I hate social media, I thought freedom of speech was part of the First Amendment. To me this is a big deal, I also wonder why mainstream media isn't mentioned in this case, is mainstream media already censored we know generally it is, are you worried by this
Teri 1282723
I believe all media is already censored. From what we hear on the radio to what kids are allowed to read in schools, we surely don't hear the truth about vaccinations and what's good for us to eat. Big oil, big pharma and big food. They mislead us with fake shortages in gas or food so prices go up and keep making them richer, big food is in bed with big pharma because if our food can make us sick we need to be on drugs for life. For example, diabetes. How many people suffer from heart disease because the Heart & Stroke foundation put red meat on their recommended diet website? They totally contradict themselves. How many people in food and drug safety are actually investors in the meat, product, dairy, etc. industries... and let infractions go ALL the time?!! We're censored from A to Z. I saw a documentary on Netflix where this company was allowed to sell children's pyjamas knowing they were full of chemicals that were quite flammable. They got away with it because the list of their chemicals was under the heading of 'secret formula' and kids died because of it. The chemicals and 'flammable' weren't required to be put on the warning label. They had to warn that the bag they came in could be a choking or suffocation risk, but not that the pyjamas themselves would kill or seriously harm your child if they got close to a flame. It's crazy what we don't know because 'they' don't have to tell us.
As far as social media goes, YES, there should be censorship when it comes to bullying or lying. But, NO, when it comes to Mark Zuckerberg getting away with censoring what people were able to read and forward during covid. Pretty much only things Gates and Fauci wanted people to read was allowed to be spread, and Zuckerberg made multi-billions because of it.
Mar 02, 24

Judy CooplandiaQueen
remember, a sign of intelligence is the capability to entertain other outside ideas and facts that differ from yours. :)
WHY are we learning more from the European Parliament than our own CONGRESS? Not have our national newspapers reported on this. The cover-up is always worst than the crime...The best part of being a conspiracy theorist is not having Myocarditis. It\u2019s very hard to make an individual understand that they were fooled. Many will choose to live in denialThe FDA. If they\u2019re doing this to us with pharmaceuticals, imagine what they\u2019re doing to the food\u201dThere is no instance in history when censorship and secrecy have advanced either democracy or public health.\u201dWhat people need to understand is just because you feel fine doesn't mean you're not injured. Many often don't feel high blood pressure or diabetes for a very long time until other things go wrong.The European Parliament recently conducted a summit meeting about the ongoing COVID problem, and invited MRNA technology developer Dr. Robert Malone to address the conference. Dr. Malone shared truths with attendees about the reality of vaccine injury as well as the lies, misinformation and gaslighting that victims of vaccine injuries have been subjected to \u201cEuropean Parliament Admits TRUTH About Vaccine Injured! \u201c here->-.https://youtu.be/5SaxqM_htjwDr. Malone\u2019s comments and the bravery of those who are actively challenging the dominant narrative on COVID..b
May 30, 23
A Melbourne school has bought in a puffer jacket for school children. Great except for one thing. On one arm they have the Aboriginal Flag which is fine but on the other arm they have the Gay Pride Flag which is onerous. Where is the Australian Flag - NO WHERE TO BE SEEN. Why bring this issue into our primary schools. Admittedly the puffer jacket is optional at $90 odd dollars but would have been great for the kids as it is so cold in...
Teri 1282723
Linda C., you and others like you are exactly why things like this are being done. We need to teach our kids, whatever their ages, that there are people different from the ones you teach them to accept and care for. Plus, Liane H. describes this jacket in a lot more detail than you have. It says a lot about acceptance and doing your best. Plus, it's optional whether to buy it or not.
I believe we all must accept and appreciate the differences in those around us....whether colour, religion, sexual identity/orientation, age, etc. We are all created equal, nobody is better than anybody else. LGBTQ+ people do not decide to be in their community - they just are. I know some people experiment just for fun, or out of confusion, but the vast majority are born who they are; just like you were born as you are. People like you are so judgmental and missing out on some of the best relationships they could have had because of your far-right-extremism closes those doors. I can only imagine the pain and loneliness of someone born into the wrong sexed body. Or a young person afraid of being disowned for revealing their true self, or shot or beaten to death because of who they love. Or going to Hell if they're gay because that's what they're taught in church. Or being shot up in a nightclub. There is so much fear of not being accepted that many suffer in silence. AND THIS IS WHY THESE JACKETS ARE SHOWING THEM THEY ARE LOVED AND ACCEPTED FOR WHO THEY ARE!! The woke movement has NOT gone too far; we are just getting started in educating closed-minded people like you. And your kids are learning to be better humans than you've taught them to be. Your far-right extremism makes us wonder what ever happened to love your neighbour as yourself and treat others the way you want to be treated?
Jul 11, 23

sherrydpUSA
This is odd to read after the question of social media being toxic and taking a break from it. . It really isn't toxic but some of the people using it are. There is hatred and bigotry on this site too. Kind of turns my stomach.
1 day ago

Have you ever bought a food item that was not satisfactory or had gone mouldy? Would you return it to the supermarket or contact the manufacturer or just bin it?
Razz
I have never had a faulty food item but did get charged $128 for 2 apples once, unit price was put in at $68 each needless to say I did return them\ud83d\ude00
1 week ago

I am a diabetic. Had gout so bad I was in bed for 2 days/screaming. Thank god I have a good friend... It went to ambulance stage. Ambulance came. And they made me wait 11 hours in emergency. Put a medical sock on. Called a taxi to take me home. It was 1:00 at that time. The taxi driver had to help me get into my place. Gave him a $10 tip. Should have been more. Has anyone got stories this? Or I am the only one?
Razz
I have no experience with Emergency Department, but they are understaffed and underpaid. The fault lies with the government and has for years; it took Covid to bring it to everyone's attention. They do the best with what's available. Sorry for your experience but it happens every day.
Apr 02, 26

What day is it for you, today? Is it a holiday? Or a birthday? Or is it just another day? Was it a good day? Or was it a bad one? Was it dark out? Or was it light out? What was the day like for you? What day is it for you?
Hanno.
I have been retired for 6 years and every day is now a holiday for me. If I feel like going out I can, but if I am too tired I just stay at home and relax and work on increasing my Rewardia points. I am hoping to earn enough to buy a large screen TV.
Mar 22, 26

Long term changes of constant scrolling include eye strain, brain fatigue, difficulty focusing, and a negative effect on sleep. So, why did our grandparents start doomscrolling?
Nel
Almost all scrolling on the phone aren\u2019t doomscrolling Nafka! Except a few negative effects, there are heaps of positive benefits of this act! Knowledge seeking, creativity, meeting like minded people, expressing ideas, and experiencing professional content you never came across before are some of the positives! For any elderly person, it\u2019s far better time being spent meaningfully (whether it\u2019s night or day) than logically, I believe! Especially, at your mature age there are no hard and fast rules to be followed! It\u2019s your time and your law! No one can dictate terms to them! Most of their stressors generate positive energy which helps more brain power and a greater awareness in them! \ud83d\ude00
Mar 21, 26

What s a totally irrational thing that instantly annoys you? I'll go first. There is a creator on YouTube who I follow who tells stories about real life events, crimes, unexplained happenings or as he puts it "the strange, dark and mysterious in story format". I really like his channel and have been listening to his stories for a while. All creators will ask viewers/ listeners to hit the "like" button to boost their engagement stats. He does it in a rather unique...
DAphne 1604241
People who still support Trump . He is destabilizing the whole world and they just don't seem to understand how extremely dangerous he is .
Feb 18, 26
I was a platinum holder for a couple of years and one month I didn't get my points and ended up a gold holder. I am now struggling to get the points to even stay gold. I press on every survey that comes through and they say "you've completed survey" or "I'm not eligible" or if I do have the chance to complete the survey an error message comes up or the survey freezes grrh Any one else having the same problem?
APB
Had about 20 pink surveys today....all of them ended up with 2 points...yesterday they were azure....as you get closer to 50,000 points it just gets REALLY hard..I don't know why....
May 11, 25

Laws in New Zealand have become a little more sympathetic to the idea of persons not wanting to continue living. On what grounds do you believe that euthanasia should be permitted?
WonkyandProud
I am really surprised at the comments below, and I agree whole-heartedly. I saw with my own eyes my father struggling to get out of this world! He had absolutely no rights! In my eyes, he was tortured more than any animal would EVER be allowed to be tortured. He had prostate cancer that led to bone cancer which I heard is the most painful of all cancers, and I believe that to be true! He was a gentle soul his whole life. He made trouble for no one, was a great husband, father, grand-father and provider! His family was all he cared about. For the last two years of his life, he was in the hospital more than he was out. They even castrated him to give him a couple more months of life. The family misunderstood and thought it would give him a couple more years! My mother was devastated at the thought of it. They took even his manhood from him. He had nothing left! All he asked for was to be able to sit down at the dinner table one more time! He never complained except when the pain was unbearable for even the strongest of men! I heard him scream in pain and felt so helpless. My heart was shattered! My sisters stood outside his door while the urologist tried to insert a catheter. There was no room for one because of the tumors! My dad cried out in pain as the doctor attempted to force the catheter into somewhere it couldn't go! I heard him scream then they took him out of bed for the last time. My mother and I looked into his pitiful eyes as he begged for someone to shoot him! I'll never forget that day! Because of it, I am not the same. I know it has produced PTSD in me in some form. He could NOT do a damned thing to end his pain--nothing!!! He was at the mercy of those who kept giving him treatment for something that could not longer be treated just to get that almighty dollar at the price of my dad's suffering! Looking back, I wish I had sued them for torturing him! I found out recently that he had also asked his grandson to shoot him! I doubt I could have pulled the trigger because I was his youngest daughter, and the light of his life. Maybe for that reason, I should have. Prison time would have been worth it to know I had done the ethical thing! After he finally, died, he looked absolutely gorgeous! His hair had come in curly, and he looked like he had never been sick a day in his life! That was the dad that I longed to see all of that time he was sick. Yes, his mental capacity was stable, he knew there was only one end, and he was a Christian wanting to be with the Lord! The tears flow as I write this! No family should ever have to go through this! Please get this legislation passed. We don't want our animals to suffer, but we let people suffer! Don't love animals more than your family!!! PLEASE!!!
Nov 28, 22

Are you certain that as you walk amongst people you believe we are all equal regardless of race, colour and beliefs. That their opinions and beliefs are equally important as your. Do you have an open mind and respect the person nest to you? Can you be a person with no hate or resentment? It would be a wonderful world if we could just say I respect your opinion and I know you'll respect mine. Will it ever happen? Not in my lifetime but hopefully in my grandchildren
APB
I cannot believe I'm reading this discussion page...Rewardia CHOSE this?...what is WRONG with you?..we have a little racist who is unaware she is... scuttling around....please take this page down.....and fire the person who approved it...
Dec 23, 24

Do you believe climate change is caused by humans? What if anything do you do to counteract the affect of climate change?
Terry 1443234
Please, look at the Statue of Liberty and the sea level around it, hasn\u2019t changed in over 50 years. Al Gore said the polar bears would be extinct in 2012, nope. Ice caps in some areas have actually increased. 500 wildfires in British Columbia in the summer of 2023, 450 were set by climate activists trying to claim the fires were caused by climate change. The arsonists have been charged, some have been convicted, others still awaiting trail. Mainstream media refusing to cover this. There hasn\u2019t been one climate change claim that has been proven as fact in the past 100 years, remember the ozone layer and the attempted fear with that story?
Jan 06, 24
It is absolooply useless complaining about A.I. as many complained about every major change in the past. * ..Global AI infrastructure spending will hit $7 TRILLION this decade ^ ..The economy of every country on the planet now depends on A.I. ^ ..While modern AI feels new due to recent breakthroughs in generative tools, its foundational concepts have been in development for over 70 years. The world is . . and will be an A.I. world from...
APB
What caused this original comment anyway...did anybody ask Allin to investigate Australian animals?..that is strange isn't it
Feb 06, 26

Do you think Rewardia members have a right to be downright rude to or make fun of other members opinions they share in the daily discussion forums? Or should there be respect for any answer or opinion shared, whether you agree with it or not?
Glen O 298805
Define what you consider rude. Respect is earned not granted. If someone has a ridiculous opinion they deserve ridicule. Lets face it some opinions are illegal, immoral, unethical and downright wrong. I will not respect such opinions.
Having an opinion that the Earth is flat or humans were alive alongside dinosaurs will not get my respect just for starter examples. I believe most people here would not respect some ones opinion that say one race is superior to another. A mantra I live with is when arguing with an idiot make sure the other person isn't doing the same.
Sep 25, 22

Canada has very strict entry rules for applying for citizenship there, & a 5 year process. Australia s is much shorter with a basic, simple multiple question test. Shouldn t the gift of being able to come and live in peace and with all the chances and freedom in the world be a prize to work hard for and appreciate? These days people are being let in who don t hold the same values, and it s changing our society. I think the tests should be harder and the wait times longer, and...
PammyG
I agree, look at the horrible demonstrations we have had in Victoria that always end in riots.
I am assuming that most people that choose to come to Australia to live are looking for a better life. DON\u2019T BRING YOUR WARING SHIT HERE!
Mar 02, 25

Liberti_Jones
Absolutely not, It has to be a personal choice My body my choice There are people for health reasons who cannot have vaccines of various types and there are others with deep religious reasons who can back their belief up with scripture. There are a lot of natural things to keep from getting sick and if sick to recover quickly even if one is elderly or has a weak immune system. Even if it "Allegedly" might endanger someone else it is still the moral and ethical right to refuse vaccines or other medicine or procedures. You cannot mandate one law for one group and refuse the same right to another group. Be it Vaccines, Medical surgeries or vaccines etc.
Dec 26, 24

Would you trust the corona virus vaccination?
allin107.35
damn,, the nut jobs still with the conspiracy shit,, give it a break, this poll is 3 freakin years old, go find some other crap to lie about,,,\u2660\ufe0f
Apr 28, 23

What is it about men and their use of noisy garden tools like chain saws and leaf blowers? I m aware that I m making a huge generalisation here, but the vast majority of people who use these things are male, and I genuinely don t understand why it s necessary to rev these machines in the downtimes, when they re not actually doing anything productive. Please explain?
Rob G 106430
I'll make a another huge generalisation on why men use garden tools - nagging partners too lazy to do it themselves.
Jul 16, 25

A fair while ago now... Australian scientists discovered that feeding a limited amount of a certain seaweed to cows stopped them from burping and farting...and nothing happened (it has just been rediscovered in the UK!!)...we have a functioning pig farm that is carbon NEGATIVE...it generates all its own power AND supplies the grid...why aren't they all like that?...we already have a paint that actively removes carbon from the atmosphere...breaking it...
Andrea R 192957
This is all BS. Climate change is created by elites in private jets to bring about your obedience due to fear. You've never even been on a farm I would guess. They don't want farms they want to feed you insects instead. Wake up.
Mar 08, 24

Pandu
4 points. Good idea
2 hours ago

It is all over the news lately that the President of the USA wants to annex Canada. I think this is taking it a little too far in his dream of conquering the world. Canada may not be as populated as the USA, however, it can hold its own. Canada has participated in many improvements over the years, and it is well liked all over the world. Everyone wants to wear a Canadian patch when they are visiting overseas.
WonkyandProud
I am an American, and I did NOT vote for Trump and will not bow down to him! Many of us are outrage and are protesting against this. It is all over YouTube that Americans are on the side of the Canadians. We support you, and I feel I should cross the border to Canada and fight the US to defend you. However, I love my country, but this is not the country thopat I am proud of. You would not believe the people who are Trump supporters and thinks he is accomplishing great things! He cares only for himself and his power. We are terrified! We love Canada, but we are stuck in the middle and if war breaks out, we could be killed for what we don't even believe in. He thinks presidents do not have to abide by the law, and he can rreign as he wishes. Our only hope is that the people and congress stops him! He has already ruined our reputation. I called him Hitler because Hitler had followers also with mind control or whatever the government is using to control them! Their common sense is gone. There is no way Trump could get elected by people with good judgment with all the things he said during his campaign. He insulted women, blacks, Jews, immigrans and veterans. Virtually anyone that he thinks isn't as wonderful as he thinks he is. I even saw a picture of him with a crown! I will not be ruled. We are losing our rights, and he appointed Elon Musk to audit the government so he has access to everyone's personal information! I did NOT vote for that. They don't care what the average person wants. You should read Project 25! They even wanted to monitor women's menstrual cycles! How scary is that, and supposedly he won the election! I have a friend who read Project 25, and saw nothing wrong with it! When push comes to shove, he backs down, but the damage is done because Canada now hates the US! We need Canada and love Canada and the peaceful decades we have had with Canada! My dad said years and years ago that Canada has never caused problems! That is a huge benefit being so close to us. Trump has lost his mind, and everyone is afraid because he would have his "people" do his dirty for him and keep his own hands clean. However, he has so much blood on his hands that it boggles my mind. If he hadn't run for president, he would be in prison! That's who we voted into office, or did we? He was not going to lose, and we all know with his money and power, he couldn't lose! I am so sick of all the chaos that started on day one. If was the same way in his previous term. Everyday he bitched about something and how bad he's treated. Now he wants revenge and doesn't care about Ukraine and in his mind, the Panama Canal is now the American Canal. We have no legal right to it, and it is not run by China! He's nuts, but tomorrow it will be a whole different story! You can tell how upset I am, and I'm sure people are turning over in their graves. I'm 72 with no children so I don't fear anything he can do to me. People with children should consider moving...seriously! I could write page after page, but it's all out their on the Meidas Touch on their website and YouTube. Trump's neice Mary Trump has a podcast against her uncle. That's pretty bad! We need to band together and fight if need be. I can't see everything I'd like to say, but you can guess what I'm thinking. Congress better see the light and do something. He blames everything bad on everyone else and everything good is because of what has done. It's all lies! I've been praying for the world. It is not a US problem, but a worldwide one. People in power don't care about us poor people. Look at other countries with dicators. They were moving here, but they probably won't now. Immigration problem solved! Great tactic, Trump! Make the US so horrible no immigrants will move here! What an ass!!!
Feb 21, 25

Not the big achievements - the small, almost-invisible wins. Maybe you handled a tricky moment with more patience than usual, fixed something you ve been putting off, made someone smile, or simply got through a hard day. Everyone has at least one quite win, even if it doesn't look impressive from the outside. What was yours?
Lynn
A huge achievement for my husband when he went to cardiologist and was told he now has an ecg of a 45 year old.
This is after a few years of worry.
He is a lovely gentle man.
Mar 05, 26

Have you noticed the celebrity outfits are getting more & more daring! Same as swimwear with bikini bottoms that leave nothing to the imagination. Am I being prudish, or do you agree some things are better covered up & looking glamorous without showing too much flesh? What do you think?
Von
Yep, You're being a Prude.
If a person is comfortable in what they're wearing....makes them feel good about themselves...then go for it, wear whatever you like.
AND....
who gave you my photo ? \ud83d\ude05
Mar 26, 25

writerrochelle
I was surprised, no, shocked to see that the majority think schools should supply free lunches to every student! They are Schools for learning, not Babysitters who feed everyone! ;-(
Also, I've seen firsthand how much the kids waste at school. I watched one young man throw in a garbage can a beautifully made submarine sandwich just because he didn't "like it". ;-(
Mar 16, 24

I recently read a book written by groundbreaking psychiatrist Dr Brian Weiss titled 'Many lives, Many masters.' In short the books talks about reincarnation, past lives and miracles and how he came to practice past life regression therapy. I started looking for a serious hypnosis therapist to search my previous lives. Does anyone have an idea about hypnosis and regression therapy? Any experience you would like to share?
Roeli L
Don't got there. Turn your life over to Jesus Christ. He died for your sins and when you become a child of God Almighty you will have Heaven too.
Read your Holy Bible and get Born Again. Don't wait too long or you will miss Heaven all together. Then where will you spend eternity??? One life to live and then Judgement. PLEASE heed, Salvation is today.
Apr 20, 25

Just seen an advert for vegan dog food....are they serious?.. I suspect that dog food is mostly made up of all scraps and weird bits of animals that might be thrown away otherwise....if you want to be vegan that's fine... I'm not too happy about you making your children vegans...but it appears to be still legal at the moment...but PLEASE just leave your dog to live a long happy and healthy life...or just don't have a dog in the first place...it's not a fashion accessory...
Teri 1282723
I am what Linda C will be calling a fool, and proud of it. I haven't eaten meat or meat-based gravy in over 20 years. I stopped eating it because when I started working in a major grocery store I saw how much meat was being sold. I looked into where it was all coming from and discovered factory farming, and what really happens in growing/feed lots, on factory farms, inside and outside of slaughterhouses and the crowding, freezing or extremely hot conditions in the packed trucks to go from 'farm' to slaughterhouse, how cruel the people are to the animals in all of these places. I've read one person's account while getting information working at a slaughterhouse and he said he was witness to cows being pulled by machine after freezing noses and even thighs to the side of these trucks. Yes, noses and thighs were left frozen and stuck to the sides of the trucks and living cows were pulled out. Sick and injured and unable to walk cows are pushed into the slaughterhouses with bulldozers and fed to you. They are called "downers". NO, there is NOT someone going in and making sure the animals are treated kindly or respectfully. Nobody makes sure the animals are even dead before the screaming pigs are dunked in scalding water to get the little hairs off your bacon, or before cows are sliced into. The stunners don't often work the first - and only - time and the animals are 'processed' so many per hour they don't have the time to make sure an animal is dead or unconscious. A LOT of them are feeling the pain. A LOT of them see the pain and fear of what's happening in front of them and knowing they're next in line. It's truly horrific!!!! And I will NOT BE A PART OF THAT CRUELTY!!
The dairy industry is almost as cruel with chickens being crowded to death. For meat or for eggs. They live in battery cages where they can't move unless they all move at the same time, or 'free range' barns where you're shown pictures of baby chicks with lots of room but unless you look for it you don't see how crowded they really are when they're all close to slaughter age. Super-size-them-fast so their skin explodes and dead birds are thrown out every day because of that. Cows being made pregnant and making babies so they make milk. Those babies are taken away immediately after being birthed while the mothers scream for them. Videos show men throwing said calves to hurt their legs so they can't run back to the mothers. And what happens to all these babies?? Yes, they are killed. These milking cows are fed hormones to make them give 5 times the normal amount of milk.
There is so much pain in the dairy industry emotional and physical.
THINK ABOUT WHERE YOUR FOOD REALLY COMES FROM AND STOP PRETENDING IT'S OKAY.
Feb 13, 25

I get often asked, when I'm in town, if I have spare change. I get asked by beggars. Now, I'm usually one who would spare change if I have it :). Like to do a good deed now and then. Yet lately I've noticed these beggars smoke cigarettes all the time.....so how is it they can afford cigarettes but don't want to put money towards food etc....
Pato Lo Duck
When I was still working in the city and had to go to work early each day I came across this guy that was hanging around the traffic lights near my place. When the lights were red he would run around from car to car asking for $20 for food and a train fare. I saw people give him money. After about the 3rd day when he was still there harassing people for money, I got out of my car and threatened to thump him if he asked me again. He swore profusely at me, threatening to call the cops on me, then told me he didn\u2019t need my stinking cash as he had plenty already. He pulled a roll of twenties out of his pocket and waved them at me. Judging by the size of that roll there must have been about 2 grand in there.. After that he never turned up at those lights anymore.
Apr 02, 24

What a difference in today's society, compared to the olden way of life. People of today, were clothes that they really don't fit them properly. We never used to have today's fashion that jeans worn torn/ripped, Pants when you bend shows your bum crack, tops are so short & overweight people still want to wear them or so low cut that your boobs are about to fall out. Skirts/dress so tight & short, not made for heavier people. Don't people realize what impression this...
Bex
Wow, that is extremely judgemental. If a heavy woman wants to wear a skirt, a bikini, or a midriff top, more power to her. Stop the body shaming, and let people wear what they want. If you don't like it, look away.
Feb 12, 24

Has political correctness gotten to a stage where it is more harmful to society than it is helpful. Everyone seems to be so easily offended by the most silliest of things and people seem to be bending over backwards to appease what are often minority groups.
BLM
It is not political correctness that got us in this MESS - it is racism and sexism that got us in this MESS!! Everybody says honest is the BEST policy - but nobody actually practices honesty.
Apr 11, 21

I am unhappy about some people in there that think that everyone has to say congrats, well done, etc. Some people just want to sit and play without chatting. You think it's rude that if someone does not acknowledge your win, you take offence. YOU!! DO NOT know what is going on in someone's life. Maybe they can't type, maybe they are shy, maybe they have a mental illness you know nothing of. To turn sour on someone just because they do not comment is just plain...
Smiley
OK, well there are a lot of comments for this discussion. You have certainly got the members chatting Julz.
I am a fairly regular player of BINGO here , i have only played it a few times in real life.
I am by no means a retired older citizen though, but i do enjoy the interaction with the others who play and chat.
I admit that my Mental Health isn't as healthy as it could be and i am doing what i can to better that- playing bingo and interacting with others is one of the things that helps my situation.
I have very few friends left in real life, i have got to "know" people here and they seem like lovely people. Would i willingly want to meet each and every person in real life? Possibly not, Am i happy to chat to them most days about life in general, or share a joke, some trivia or a favourite song? Yeah- no harm there.
NO one can please everyone all of the time, someone will find issues with the way something is typed or said even if no harm was meant from it. (And yes, i did leave the word "no" in capitals just to show that i'm not perfect with my grammar, etc but it doesn't make me any less of a person either.)
The chat in Bingo is something we can all contribute to or not join in. Either way, it shouldn't matter.
I thought you seemed like a nice person from the chats you contributed to over the time you've played in the bingo rooms.
We all have good days and bad days. Days when we feel like a chat and days where we just want to play and not add to the chat.
I know i do. Somedays i'll chat more than play and those days i usually haven't had much interaction with the outside world at all, so this is a way for me to have some adult chats, not just thinking monologues in my head or talking to my children.
I hope you're keeping well Julz and know that whether it is in Bingo, the general discussion or elsewhere- if you ever wish to chat, there will always be someone around ready to reply and chat with you. <3
I have seen some filthy language used from time to time, but not for quite a while now thankfully. It is nothing that i haven't heard before though. Keyboard warriors are often just cowards who think typing something mean or hurtful helps to make them feel like a bigger person, but we all know that's not the case.
Jul 31, 22
When I first started here I was making pretty good money. There were always lots of surveys, some pretty high paying. Used to get a few Blue Survey's everyday as well. Actually made over $10 one day, was on a roll. Now it is a absolute joke. Hardly ever any Blue Survey's anymore. Not much else otherwise and if there is, they are ridiculously low paying mostly now. Also am getting screened out more than ever. Lucky to make $1 a day. What a shame.
Roxy
How can you be screened out after you've finished a survey,that means the survey isn't honest because obviously they don't like my answers!
Dec 01, 25

When you're using public transport, regardless of where you hop on from, I believe you should be dressed appropriately out of respect for other people and children. If you're near a beach area, these days especially, some people - particularly women - feel it s acceptable to hop on public transport wearing just a bikini. This is rude and embarrassing for whoever has to see it. There are so many quick cover garments you can throw on, like a beach top or dress, etc. There s no...
Norman PSBHRJ
I don't agree with this discussion, people wear what they wear, if you don't like it, stay off public transport. I wouldn't mind at all. Everybody has the right to wear what they want. People are just to effended these days. I enjoy looking at people and I don't judge them by what they wear or lack of. I don't judge people period. If you don't like what people wear in public then the problem is not them, it's you.
Mar 02, 26

To get into my car, I touch the handle, and it unlocks automatically with the mirrors opening out. Getting in, the screen said "Hello Paula, we have a surprise for you" and when I pressed the starter the screen burst into fireworks and wished me a Happy New Year. My car is pretty clever. It has electric heated seats, a heated steering wheel, auto parking and reversing, heads up, sat nav, self adjusting headlights, auto wipers, sensors front, rear and sides, cruise...
Klanger
We haven't gone far at all. In fact we are going backwards. I always want to have full control of anything that isn't alive. and make decisions by myself. It is dangerous and will damage a lot of people. Thinking for ourselves is the greatest gift of all.
Jan 12, 26

Not old exactly, but I realised I m not as young as I feel when I see how much older the actors, singers, and celebs I grew up with have gotten - or when I hear they ve passed. I still picture them as they were, so it hits hard when reality catches up. Aging isn t a bad thing - it brings perspective. For one, I don t tolerate BS like I used to just to keep the peace and I genuinely don t care what people think anymore (aside from those who matter to me). What s...
Angie
Ok so just yesterday, I went into work as usual believing \u201cyep, just another day\u201d and I was literally thrown to the floor by a student who obviously started his day on the wrong side of bed (or worse)\u2026 anyways, this severely traumatised, autistic non verbal kid wasn\u2019t happy when the \u2018ants go marching two by two Hurrah Hurrah\u2019 stopped playing (not my fault\u2026 the internet froze for a bit)
And he totally attacked me\u2026 I hit the floor, (15 year old M\u0101ori kid giving everything he had to an exhausted 54 year old menopausal pakeha lady who has given her all to the tamariki of Aotearoa Nz for over 16 years)
I\u2019m here tonight, reading this, covered in scratches and bruises, barely able to function, due to the mental, physical and emotional stress I endure, day after day\u2026
Yeah nah
I\u2019m done
I am officially an OLD woman
Oct 21, 25

I have a neighbour who wants to replace a boundary fence. I have gotten two quotes, one was rudely overpriced. He has a friend who did nothing but criticised the quotes and wants to build the fence. His friend, I have found to be a know-it-all, and wants to build the fence cash in hand. He has put a roof over a couple of containers next door, but after a year is yet to complete it. He won t listen to any suggestions about materials, etc , and says he will supply a...
Tina
If your neighbour wants his friend to do it, then he can pay for it. If he wants you to help pay for it, then he and you need to agree on who should do it.
Oct 23, 25

You work hard all of your life to buy what you want & what size of your living quarters. This is from 3 bedrooms onwards. No one can tell you how to live. You paid it all off & it s all yours. So you re so happy & eventually it is just only 2 people living in a huge space. So be it, it s your castle, now how dare your government wants to introduce a tax for having a spare bedroom unused, because he chooses to bring in more people into your country & no more spare...
Virgogirl
This sounds suspicious to me. Where is such a thing happening? I doubt the gov't can force you or tell you to rent a room to a foreigner or anyone for that matter.
Sep 12, 25

Why does the government not insist on lowering grocery prices? The fuel cost went down the groceries went higher and what ever happened to the Canadian quality food control and. Where is our prime minster, he has spent more time in New York and Europe on our dime, bet he is having a lovey 3000 meal.
BLM
Corporate greed (profits over people) aka capitalism lack of (business) ethics. Furthermore, grocery prices are NEVER going down and all other aspects (cost) of living life (housing, utilities, etc.) are constantly going up (make the necessarily adjustment - aka get used to it)!
Jul 19, 25

My ex-boyfriend had left me and went and married a woman. Now they married are not working out his starting to text me and say he was sorry, but he texts me to give him 400 dollar to get his car out of the shop I had felt sorry for him and I did give him 400 dollar but after that I didn't here from him, I was so hurt. So what should I do if he asks me again when his married not going to work out.
Mary G 409440
I think you know the answer to your question and are just asking for confirmation. He is a loser and will never change - you sound like a very nice person and can deserve much better than him.
Apr 23, 25

Hi I would like to discuss climate change, I am really sorry for bringing up this topic, I realise everybody is sick of all the news about this problem, but if man does not get it together in this lifetime recycle, garbage in our oceans, littering, cutting down our beautiful forests just to built luxury homes, protect our waterways for our water fowl, just think about what we are leaving the next generation GOOD LUCK with that.
Len G
I believe climate change us being blown out of proportion. Yes there are some issues tha definitely need to be addressed but it's not the gloom and doom certain people are saying. Look at the Al Gores yhe John Kerry's and the Leonardo De Caprios. They go around in their private jet's burning mor fossil fuels the u can imagine.period.
May 31, 24

We used to have milk bottles that were washed out, refilled and used for years (delivered on electric floats to your door) TVs, fridges, computers, household appliances ... shoes and clothes ... that were easy to repair and lasted for many years, if not forever. Now we have very cheaply made rubbish (often from our friends in China) that has to be thrown away when it stops working or wears out ... it is either impossible to fix or just massively cheaper to buy a new one...
Rod R 101788
The 2 are not necessarily the same things. Many houses used to reuse supermarket shopping bags as rubbish bags. Now we buy rubbish bags that can be made of recycled materials but still can't be recycled.
The laminate on the kitchen & bathroom benches in the house we rent are fading where they get wet, but my parents' kitchen benches were solid wood & lasted for more than 40 years.
I still use my Dads electric drill & it still works because the only plastic parts are the trigger & handle cover. It has outlasted 2 rechargeable drills.
The handsaw I use has a wooden handle & I sharpen the blade with a file.
Apparently I recently "upcycled" an old solid wood door we bought to replace a broken modern one. It's still being used as a door - it's been refurbished & reused, same as my Grandmothers' dresser made in 1908.
Some things are made to last & some aren't, it's all about money, sometimes for multi-national multi-million dollar companies yet most people reading this rant aren't millionaires.
Mar 15, 21

I can't talk about everyone, I can talk only about myself. Marriage has proven itself as a dangerous institution to me. It puts me in a situation in which my boundaries are not honoured, and I lose control over my salary, I am expected to accept someone else s religion, and do everything he says. But my needs are not respected. Men claim ownership on me what I marry them. It feels like I sign my rights away when I get married. What is your experience? Why people don't believe...
Sandra H 2204 NSW
We celebrated our 54th wedding anniversary in January. I have never experienced any of your issues, though marriage is something that needs to be worked on. Unfortunately I lost him in August.
Nov 01, 24
Good evening fellow hard working Rewardian's.. Wondered if anyone had a favourite saying or even a wee poem they like or use sometimes.. Sorry if this has been done before. My hubby can't speak coz of stroke but when lying down he can get out a vaguely clear "Woteva!" haha. Maybe mine is "I need chocolate".
Angie
The Chosen one just reminded me of a good one I heard while watching Bucket List (a great movie btw)
"Never trust a fart"
\ud83e\udd23
Sorry, if it has already come through here on mary c's General topic page... or should I say pages and pages and pages
Aug 18, 24

What things that are done these days and even accepted as "normal" do you think are ridiculous or unnecessary? Here are some that I can think of: "Save the date" notices Wedding rehearsal Wedding dinner rehearsal
Lachelle B
Those 'named days' such as bubble wrap day, talk like a pirate day, pancake day, extraterrestrial abduction day.... yes they exist and are pointless.
Jan 09, 26

There are discussions on here about vaccinations when you are old...and why do you not do them lots of questions by enthusiastic young people...they mean well...but society moves on... I walk around with a generation who barely understand one single language cannot spell...need their phone to explain things to them...self entitled arrogant...when I am eventually forced to have a smartphone just to exist... I will string myself up on a door...hopefully I will not need to........
Andrew396
This sounds like incoherent rambling to me, like an old man yelling at a cloud. Times are always a-changing. I get that the older you get, the harder it may get to adapt, but if you're having challenges to adapt, there's younger family to help you out, most likely. Not all of us "younger folk" are arrogant or too dependent on our phones, I have one but I can get by without it too.
Dec 10, 25

Sometimes we re so busy worrying about what might happen tomorrow or regretting what happened yesterday that we forget to enjoy what s happening right now. Living in the present moment helps us feel calm, grateful, and truly alive.
kittle
I am just thankful that the Lord Jesus gives me each day and the blessings. I am 72 years old. Each day is a gift.
Sep 20, 25

Should Nuclear be in the mix for our energy moving forward? The debate over nuclear power's role in our energy future is far from settled. Proponents highlight its reliability and low-carbon emissions, while critics raise concerns about safety, waste disposal, and the potential for nuclear proliferation. As we grapple with the urgent need to address climate change, the question of whether to include nuclear power in the energy mix becomes increasingly complex.
Eric 1286034
My take, global warming is a political way by our politicians to collect taxes, started with Gore over two decades ago with all his scare tactics, that truly never happened, because I believe God put all these energy resources for us humans to survive, period, we just had to figure it all out., nothing to do with politics or fear.
Anything Gore said, has never happened, these frauds will always scare the masses. God will protect us if we get back to Him, and believe, this is what I believe, but people are afraid, thank you for allowing me to express my opinion, Eric.
Nov 27, 24

My husband and I have been married 28 years. Recently, he ended up in the hospital due to medical issues and a serious fall due to low sodium. After leaving the hospital, he had to go into a rehab facility for physical therapy. Around this time, a neighbor who has been constantly causing problems, called to tell me to tell my husband she loves him. She tried to say that would make him feel better. I was so shocked, I had no idea what to say or do. I am just now coming...
Jania S
WHAT? GET A LIFE and this is not days of our lives, this is supposed to be a survey site, not dear abby or is it?
Oct 18, 24

My granddaughter and I pick up rubbish, and I also taught my children to do it when we were younger. I believe it s each person s responsibility to keep the community clean and look after the environment and also because it is polluting our environment. If u buy yourself treats make sure the rubbish goes in the bin and treats our community right too!
Ross P
Is this even a question? It's a no brainer...I've recycled since I was a child. I'm now 48 always have always will do. My family does the same. It's a privilege to walk on this earth we should treat it as such. Just my opinion
Oct 15, 23

Sometimes I wonder why I can't just change my life I lost my dad 9 years ago due to cancer and just a year ago my younger brother took his life because of cancer he couldn't stand the thought of his kids seeing him in pain and really sick life our dad was. I wonder why god didn't take me instead or why he can't take the bad people, why the great ones. I guess it's a mystery that I will never understand. My life is like a lifetime movie no joke and I have tried changing it, but...
Gigi
We will understand God's plan for each of us in due time. That time isn't now. You need to rely on your faith in God and realize he's not the bad guy. On the contrary. God knows and loves us and will have us understand everything in due time. This life is a testing ground for us to grow and learn and to learn to control our bodies and souls. You aren't the only one who has lost loved ones, young and old. We'll understand when the time is right. We aren't God. We don't decide. It hurts and God will make it right when the time comes and is His decision. Kudos for sharing heartbreaking experiences. We all have them.
Mar 11, 25

Yesterday, there were 4 deer here, would have been so easy to get, however, an elder friend of ours came today, don't see any deer anywhere today. The four yesterday were not afraid at all, they ate here all day, but today the guy is here, and we have not seen a deer all day. Are the deer intelligent or what?
BLM
Hi Debra D 624780. Should there 'still' be a deer hunting season...NO. Unfortunately, human beings have not evolved from our hunter-gather past as deer hunting season is unnecessary and inhuman at this point in humans' fight for survival on this planet. However, I have a bias viewpoint. I am 95% to 99% of the time (when it comes to food) - a VEGAN!
Dec 08, 24

Regarding the elderly people, should they have a donated time slot to do their shopping? In me opinion definitely no, but I can t believe the polls are asking normal people in a survey to separate the elderly, because they are slow and very talkative, which slows everyone else through the isles and checkouts. To me, this is really discrimination for them. This people need to be treated with respect at all times. We all will be in this position one day. How would you feel if...
BLM
Equality has NEVER existed on this planet - you will FACE some form of discrimination (ageism, racism, sexism, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, lack of religious beliefs, social economic status, etc.) - before you DIE on this planet!
Nov 26, 24

Recently I bought a shirt. As usual, there was a spare button attached. It had me wondering, in this day and age, how many people still would use this feature. Is it mandated? Would it be better to not include this feature and pass on the savings, seeing that the percentage would be quite low.
Nite-Owl
I don't think I ever needed that spare one, but I have several in my 'button box'. (I'm 75) I think most young adults today haven't been taught or wouldn't have the slightest notion or knowledge to sew a button on. It's a throw away society. Very sad.
Sep 03, 24

In the past five years, I've noticed my city has become more populated. It is causing congestion with traffic. Also, the grocery stores are over packed, and I'm finding that the foods I usually purchase are becoming less available. Is anyone else living in the Hamilton area noticing this?
Benz
The elites can make you believe anything when they claim to control almost every global media outlet.
The flood of migrants is a deliberate method of the elite to cause division amongst people so they fight one another.
Why would they want this?
They want you so distracted with all the problems like cost of living, housing crisis, business failures, destruction of the food chain, global warming lies, overpopulation so they can take your land and then lock you up in "smart cities/prisons".
These smart cities are run by Artificial intelligence and track and trace your every move to ensure you exist within their strict carbon efficient guidelines every second of your life.
If you step out of line you will be punshished through the digital social credit system. They may choose to reduce your food allowance, travel restrictions or maybe force you to be re-educated in a strict facility......who knows?
These smart cities are already in operation in China.
Jul 23, 24

I'm a 60-year-old grandfather and along with my wife we share guardianship of our 3 grandchildren with my daughter, we have a total of 8 living in a 4 bedroom, our house is uncharted chaos, every day is a new direction, and we 2 people high on the autistic spectrum one is 6 and 1 is 40, my daughter has a tumour in the brain, there are multiple issues we deal with daily, my problem is this why do people say how do you cope, why do you live in chaos, why do you...
Bradley S 1237351
I take my hat off to you. There is no way I could do what you do. I find it hard managing life on my own. I\u2019m 44, left home at 15 as soon as I could. Home and family life was intolerable. Constantly being told that I wasn\u2019t wanted. Lots of violence and disharmony. I thought I I\u2019d be truly over it by now but without the proper and normal support networks, it\u2019s really hard. I have to keep telling myself that life could be a lot worse. I feel lucky that I\u2019m in Australia and not in some war torn or dirt poor country. I just feel like my upbringing has left a lifelong legacy on me that is insurmountable and affects every facet of my life. Deep self esteem issues and feeling like everyone hates you. As they say, what doesn\u2019t break you makes you stronger. Thanks for reading. Cheers
Mar 25, 23

Children nowadays want everything handed to them. We didn't get that when we were young. I don't understand how our parents approach has changed from our generation to our kids.
Lachelle B
My youngest (22) applied for a chef apprentice job 2 days ago. Them: Do you have any work experience? Him: I'm in my 4th year at KFC. When I lived at home I'd cook dinners and now I do that for my flatmates. Them: What would be a downside working here? Him: Mum won't be around to clean my mess. He got the job! \ud83d\ude02
Mar 20, 26

With the ongoing fuel crisis with the straight of Hormutz being blocked by Iran, worldwide, countries are ramping up to a fuel crisis from lack of supply. Some people can get to work on public transport, if it's available in your area. I work shift work, and live in an outer suburban area in Australia ... public transport is a hard to-do option, getting me to work so early stretching the day out to more hours. And on shifts walking to and from train stations for a woman...
JANN R
I dont work and were I live there is no public transport but with the cost of fuel it is becoming hard to go and buy food as I have to travel about an hour to the shops
Mar 25, 26

A survey shows for 21 percent of people, their resolution is saving money, making it the most popular goal for 2025. Nineteen percent aim to eat healthier and 17 percent seek to exercise more. Do you plan to make a New Year s resolution for 2026?
Len G
Absolutely nothing doing. Why \ud83e\udd14\ud83e\udd2f waste my time on things I'm never going to follow thru on. Just going to take 2026 lone i have always been doing. One day at a time . Happy New Year \ud83d\udd5b\ud83c\udf8a to all my fellow rewardia members
Dec 31, 25

We have always instilled the best possible manners in our children, however continue to notice a decline in the use of manners and chivalry that men should have and show to women, despite a so-called equal society. Please let me know if do you still believe manners have a place to play in today's society. Many thanks!
NotFriedLikeMost
Have you been awake the last decade?!?! Men got DEMONIZED for taking interest in women...now, women realizing they were WRONG...they are whining why MEN won't acknowledge them anymore.
Has nothing to do with the decline of manners or chivalry, and EVERYTHING to do with the radical leftist feminist brainwashing lots of women have undergone the last decade or so, conditioning them to be narcissistic sociopaths, degrading men at every opportunity and chastising men at every chance when they took an interest in them. Men couldn't even LOOK at a woman for a decade without that woman ASSUMING he wanted to do something evil to her, and, naturally, they posted these all online for the world to see, to justify their delusions.
Great men are everywhere...sadly, MANY great men are simply DONE with women, thus, they don't get the OPPORTUNITY to experience kindness, chivalry and manners FROM these men. They made their bed, now THEY are laying in it.
p.s. Even though this is the overwhelming truth, I personally still hold doors open for women, assist if needed, smile IF THEY look at me and so on...but, I do ALL of this because I am kind, but, I also do it WITHOUT HAVING ANY EXPECTATION OF IT BEING ACKNOWLEDGED.
Nov 18, 25

In 1985 most people would have not known what Gluten was or lactose...or A2 protein...they all drank normal dairy products...ate peanuts...and nobody died...AND now there are a massive range of problems that we have ...what is going on?...no-one seems to question all these new health problems...are they real?...
Timtam
Allergies didn't just 'appear' spontaneously after 1985. Simply because you don't know anyone who was allergic to nuts or had coeliacs before that time doesn't mean they didn't exist.
Better medical diagnostics has certainly made diagnosis easier, so people who had been sick all their lives now had a name for their condition & guidelines for how to avoid symptoms from occurring. My friend is 58 & has been coeliac all her life, as well as having allergies to other food items. She didn't suddenly become coeliac in 1985, nor did her mother who is in her 80's.
My sister is in her 70's & has always had digestive issues in regard to milk. She's only known in the last 10 years that the reason is she is lactose intolerant. Prior to that she was just bloated & and felt sick if she drank milk etc.Now, she avoids symptoms by choosing lactose free milk. People certainly did die from anaphalysis due to nut ( & other allergies) before 1985. For some people exposure makes them feel ill, others it can be fatal. Better access to epipens has increased survival.
Has the rate of new allergies increased or are more people who have intolerances etc being diagnosed? I'm not sure. I would need to look at actual scientific studies to see what the conclusions are on that one but allergies & intolerances did not just suddenly appear, they have been with us for a very long time.
May 09, 25

Our society has come a long way from the olden days, as today's life is so different now. In our currant society, people have changed so much. They use their bodies far more than many years ago. It is in the way they dress, their hair dos, piercing & tattooing wherever. I sometimes wonder to why so many people do these things. Is it to be different from someone else, getting back to someone you loved or hated. Jewellery anywhere beside where it should be. In my opinion, body...
JessicaP
I have 11 piercings in my ears, 1 in my belly button & a few tattoos. My mother actually took me to get my belly button done since I was only 17 & I went with her to get her second piercing in her ears. I'm not a fan of some facial piercings or over gauged ears, but a small stud in the nose or ring in the eyebrow is fine. I think if you're qualified to do the job, it shouldn't matter what kind of piercings you have. If you're the face of a company, the employer should make it clear in the dress code policy. Don't judge a book by its cover.
Jul 09, 24
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