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It’s incredible how telling the places we inhabit can be. It is human nature to shape one's surroundings, to form it to one's taste and needs. No wonder that over the course of time, your apartment home will mirror your personality.

This may become especially useful when we want to find out more about someone without asking them or spending hours getting to know each other. And when you take a good look around a person’s home, things can take an unexpected turn. What if it has some red flags you should be careful about?

This illuminating thread reveals what particular things women saw in a guy’s apartment set off their alarm bells, and below are the most interesting responses.

We also reached out to Emily Freeman, a dating and attraction coach who empowers driven men to go from confused to confident in their love lives, who shared some very useful and interesting insights about what women look for in a man’s place. She also shared some great tips to make sure you have your place ready before bringing in your date.

“Bringing a woman back to your place for the first time can be exciting and also nerve-racking. Remember she’s likely just as nervous as you. But if she’s graciously accepted your invite to come over, it’s because she’s into you,” Freeman told Bored Panda. Scroll down below for the full interview!

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Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) According to this thread I am a f*****g catch. I own multiple forms of soap in different locations. I own a vacuum cleaner. I have 2 pillows on my bed. Nothing grows on my carpet. My toilet paper comes off a roll and not a daily nudes calendar. My kitchen is accessible and not filled with dirty dishes. Ladies, please form a single file line.

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Ember
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Women have fantasies about men like you…

Eric G
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I challenge that. I am those, good cook, have my ish together, well decorated place (by me) and perpetually single. Now, just ignore my post on the PJs article where I mention that I work from home and will wear the same clothes for 5 days straight if I don't go out.

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Uncanny
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Had a profile on RSVP 20 years ago. I was messaged by a guy in Victoria (I’m in South Oz) on the same day my washing machine kicked the bucket. First question I asked when I responded to his message was ‘do you have a washing machine?’ He had a brand new, jazzy one! Long story short, he and his washing machine moved down here to South Oz and 20 years later, we’re still going strong. Somethings are meant to be. 😉

RezFidel
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Chillax Bro.... same... and two cats, living plants plants and I sew big pockets in womens jeans. Sometimes I even wear clothes.... Please take a number and wait for the call...

Id row
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Other guys have set the bar very low.

Mark Fergel
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, but I have my own eggs. Top that. :)

David H
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oooh, this sounds like me. I own a dyson vacuum, bought the variety pack of Meyers Hand Pump soaps from Costco for the bathroom (3 pack of 3 different scents), no carpets but clean rugs. Have 3 pillows on my bed, and toilet paper is on a roll, clean kitchen, etc. Never realized I was such a catch.

Jp@nda
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You said Costco?? Tell me more... Lol

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Stephanie
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

First date with my hub and had to run up to his house for the bathroom. It was not planned. He had no time to clean anything. Not one hair anywhere. Or pee. I tell all my friends. They barely believed me

Sharon Morris
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same here and mine does the dishes after dinner when I cook! 😍 #keeper

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Gossameringue
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Both women and men have fantasies about men like you...

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Emily Freeman has a wide range of diverse programs and expertise areas built to help ambitious men find the missing piece in their life, their dream woman and partnership. “It’s my mission to help men realize their true potential in dating & relationships. To free themselves of lines and tactics and become authentically confident connecting with high-value women.”

“My formulas and approaches to dating have helped hundreds of men release deep-rooted insecurities and discover who they are to attract their dream woman. I focus on getting quickly to the root of my clients’ issues so they can transcend them and experience completely new realities in dating,” the dating coach explained about her job.

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Throughout the years, Freeman has helped hundreds of CEOs, public figures, physicians, entrepreneurs, and high-performing executives and professionals release their dating blocks, step into their most empowered selves, and get the woman of their dreams, so she surely had some insights to share with us.

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    #2

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Having worked with social services, if the bathroom lock looks like it’s been replaced several times, leave and don’t go back.

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    SAF saf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Interesting point, I had a realtor point that out to me once. He pointed to the the split door jams and bashed in holes in doors. It was clearly a sign of domestic violence in the home.

    Nicoll Cope
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had to break into mine and my husband's bedroom our first valentines day as a married couple. I got everything all set up, lit the candles, had music on, even had rose petals scattered across the bed... and then somehow I managed to lock the bedroom door on my way out. We spent our first valentines day married taking the door off the hinges to get back into the bedroom. We had to replace the door handles on the bedroom and master bathroom because they were sticking and if you closed the door, about half the time, it'd be locked. So I've changed the door handles about every 5 years at this point, so I don't have to keep breaking into the bedroom because we accidentally lock the door. There's definite scrape marks on the door jamb from me getting a screwdriver underneath the hinge-plate. Guess I'll have to repaint everything if we ever sell!

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    Ember
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very good point. You don’t want to have to be the next one to lock yourself in there for your own safety.

    elmortero
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is dark, but indeed a good observation. A lock on the outside of the bathroom should also raise questions

    Deborah B
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Add: dents in doors, from being kicked or shouldered in, punch holes in dry-wall. Door handle holes in walls, kick prints on walls (unless there are teen boys in house for the last two, in which case someone may have just had a growth spurt) Edit to add: If someone is punching holes in walls, they're not managing their anger well. Working on you anger management is great, and props to all those people who are. The red flag still applies. This is a person who is likely on their best behaviour with you They may be learning to manage their anger and getting better, but you can't tell where they are in their personal journey, what you can see is that they have holes punched in their walls, and they haven't fixed them. If you leave politely, and raise the issue later at a place and time where you are safe, you can listen to their explanations, and hear about their journey, and make a decision about whether you want to trust this person, but right now, this is a danger sign.

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And poorly patched wall holes...split door jambs ...all things I'm way too familiar with...

    Mary Kelly
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    also, locks on the outside of bedrooms...realtors are supposed to report to cps if it's a kid's room

    Valdemar
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is not always the case, there could be a family member in the home that has mental illness and they lock themselves in a room with the intention of self harm, I went through this with my daughter during a period that was very dark.

    Raye West
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Domestic violence is quiet violence sometimes, and you need to know where to look...

    Roberta Bray-Enhus
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you’re in social services,that slide lock should raise some red flags,and maybe report it.

    Connie Martin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just bought a 105-year-old house. There's a full bath in the basement with security hinges on the inside of the door, and signs of jimmying of the lock on the outside. I don't know what to think

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    #3

    If there's plastic over the furniture, that can only mean one of three things: 1. He has extreme OCD 2. He's repainting 3. You're about to have your organs harvested

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    Ember
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That escalated quickly…

    Sarah Cofer
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or he lives with his 84yr old grandmother who doesnt want to get her 1974 pea green couch dirty and the plastic on it is so old it has yellowed and the slightest breeze cracks the plastic. Also the reason why hes a serial killer.

    and_a_touch_of_the_’tism
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    STOP. USING. OCD. TO. DESCRIBE. BEING. NITPICKY. It’s a crippling anxiety disorder.

    Trillian
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have an old cat that would occasionally pee on the couch so I keep it (the couch) covered in plastic overnight. And sometimes forget to take it off in the morning.

    Adriana
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not being able to enjoy time and relax..on my own couch because of a cat...that is worse than that plastic 🤦‍♀️

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    Hphizzle
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or he lives with his grandmother 👵.

    The Original Bruno
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, you didn't grow up in an Italian neighborhood in the 1980s!!! In several of my friends' homes, the living room was the furniture showroom, not for living!

    Betty Lou Johnson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Incorrect, they were actually part of the mafia and occasionally the dad couldn't contain himself, he's blow his wad and wack someone right in the lr.

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    🫦08
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    or he's my grandma.........

    Ana Isabel
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not me reading " you're about to have your orgasms harvested"

    Id row
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    4. He lives with grandma

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    First of, Freeman noted that women notice small details. “They notice the way your place looks, smells, and feels. They take it all in.”

    According to the dating coach, women open up and want to get closer to a man when they feel safe. “They’re looking to see if you have a clear vision and plan to get there. The way you live tells her what you value and if you consider her desires and needs,” Freeman explained.

    #4

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) The Confederate flag

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On a hat, on a shirt, on a tattoo, doesn't matter, that flag is a hate symbol on par with the swastika.

    David H
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    unless someone is a hindu and they have it in the traditional indian way with 2 dots by each of the arms, and not at an angle but flat bottom. Then its ok

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    The Other Other White Meat
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With all the information we have available to us, it perplexes me that there are still people like this. It isn't even patriotic, it's just straight up horrendous.

    Hill Branda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone who embraces the idea of the Confederacy is Anti-American, by definition, and most certainly a knuckle-dragging moron.

    David H
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is they are a history collector, and its in their collection? I know someone (History Professor) with a nice collection of civil war items, both Union and Confederacy and has in a glass case old battle flags, including a confederate one. I think that is different.

    Michael Largey
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the Indiana Jones ("It belongs in a museum!") context.

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    Christy Long
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    IMMEDIATE "red flag"! And they'll SUCK in bed. Absolute fact.

    Mr. River
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lmao @ the people comparing it to a swastika, you Americans are something else

    Sir Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LGBTQ should just hijack the flag, lol If certain German dictator can take a peaceful symbol and turn it into hate the opposite can happen.

    Allan Felipe
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But why would we do it? Not only is it a hate symbol, it's also ugly as f*ck

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    Stephanie Marzano
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would date him, his flags match mine

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    #5

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) I've gone on two separate first dates where I've gone back to his place, only to find an array of BDSM equipment laid out neatly on his bed in anticipation -- once to be used on him, once to be used on me. (It wasn't used on either of us, either time.) These were *first dates.* I'm down, but there has to be a conversation first, you know? You can't just spring that on someone.

    Portarossa , Harry Page Report

    Elita One
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely need to talk about that first, consent is sexy.

    Dan Bexell
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Defiantly? Well, it IS BDSM I guess, might as well be defiant too, adds more spice to the occasion. Kiss my whip!

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    Valerie Lessard
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How are women so trusting to go back to a virtual strangers home

    Charlotte
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because women (and everyone) should be able to go back to their first dates home for any reason (whether that be adult time or just to watch tv or sleep etc) without fearing for their lives. It's devastatingly sad to think that every date you go on needs to be full of restrictions and 'rules' to keep yourself safe... especially when if that person has nefarious intentions it won't matter anyway.

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    Michael Largey
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously, anyone who doesn't know to use time, talk, and (most importantly) anticipation to lead up to BDSM play probably won't be very good at it anyway

    J Smith
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't go back to someone's place on a first date. Have some care for your safety (and self respect).

    Valerie Lessard
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It boggles the mind. Serial killers would have a field day with these trusting and naive people

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    Gossameringue
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can't "spring" it on them, but you can "clamp" down on your expectations.

    Lama
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe the equipment just really tied the room together.

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    Sarah Cagley
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have been in the BDSM community for a long time, and no one ever does this. Those guys obviously formed the idea around what they saw in Porn or from 50 shade of grey. Safe, sane, and consentual is the way.

    Amanda Rose
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As one who's been I. The lifestyle 20+ years... good call on that. Not a first date convo. Should have been brought up beforehand as a "fyi is this an interest?" AND deep negotiations need to happen before any play occurs

    Roberta Bray-Enhus
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perhaps something should have been brought up or said over dinner at the restaurant?. I would never go home with a guy I didn’t know.

    Diolla
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've done first dates where this was required! But, in those cases there had been a pre-date conversation about expectations and such.

    Mmm K
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Required?? Could you elaborate on that? 👀

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    Paweł Duda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If i had discovered BDSM equipment on first date i would just get more interested xD

    Lama
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Discover, yes. Readied and waiting to be used as a surprise, no.

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    Having said that, Freeman assured us that women don’t expect a man’s place to look like a Pinterest image. “They get that design and details aren’t necessarily your forte, though it’s always a bonus if your place looks polished.”

    #6

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) I like to follow the advice of one of my favourite quotes: "We need to make books cool again. If you go home with somebody and they don't have books, don't f**k them." -John Waters

    nymph_suicide , Florencia Viadana Report

    Michael Largey
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You don't evaluate what a person has gotten out of reading by looking at his bookshelf. You do it by listening to what he says and watching what he does.

    Charlotte
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or by watching was he listens to and listening to what he does... I'm in a decade long relationship but if I were single and mingling now, I'd 100% have some deal-breakers when it comes to who someone views as an idle and how he reacts to situations.

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    LH25
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love to read, and I have some physical books around, but I use my Kindle to read these days. I can get books from the library and save money. I can take several books with me on trips on one device. So for me, as long as he reads somehow, I'm good.

    Id row
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one is just stupid. Lots of people read e-books either on their tablet, laptop or kindle. Not having a physical book is not an indicator that someone is illiterate. It is not a red flag.

    Eric G
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, some of us don't have books because we have ADD and know that we can't focus enough to... By the way, what would chairs look like if our knees bent the other way?

    Ren Karlej
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More of a kind of U shape? Be a bit in the way... Oh, here's my dog wanting a hug!

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    Donna Peluda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have two books by my bed. Anyone for a romp?

    C.M.
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so stupid. Not having books tells you nothing about a person. They could be avid readers, but don't see the need to keep a bunch of books they've read. Maybe they don't read books at all, maybe they like ebooks or even audio books. Maybe books just aren't their thing, maybe they choose to educate and enlighten themselves through other means. The only red flag I see here is the person judging someone solely on whether or not they have a bunch of books sitting around taking up space and collecting dust

    Ivy la Sangrienta
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have over a thousand books. Am looking for a bigger home now.

    Mary Kelly
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if i can't get it online, i get it from the library...if gifted a book, i don't after reading...no longer a valid test

    Warden Clyffe
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this Guess The Missing Words? I love this game! I'll say...'keep it'.

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    Lonely Tentacle
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not nice. I love and appreciate reading and readers, but I would never decide whether I'd date someone based on whether they engage in a particular hobby. Not to mention that reading books is not necessarily an indication of what kind of person they are. Awful people can read too, and absolutely awesome people might not enjoy reading. I have met people who don't read because they have ADHD and they find it difficult, people who don't have books because they prefer eBooks for whatever reason, or for space reasons, and people who don't read books but read and learn a lot about all kinds of things online, on a daily basis, except it's not novels or whatever. But sure, go ahead and look down on people who don't have books... -_- (that was sarcasm) PS: For anyone wondering, I have a buttload of books and I read things online and learn things for fun, so I'm not saying all this from the outside looking in.

    Queen Jackson.
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if you’re more obseesd3 with buying/checking out than reading 😶 Also, I’m reading the Jeanette mccurdy memoir right now, it’s so good.

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    #7

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Once went on a date with a guy. Went back to his studio apartment and there was a “security” camera on the wall that had the bed and whole living area in view. Didn’t know him very well, didn’t fully trust the camera was off. Red flag

    Mooneater13 , Mary Oakey Report

    Debbie
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did he have pets? At least the camera was in plain sight. I'd expect that if he wanted to secretly film stuff it would be hidden.

    Joss
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was my thought. I have a camera that shows my bed because that's where my dogs hang out when I'm gone and I want to be able to check in on them. If no pets, definitely creepy, though and I still probably wouldn't trust it with pets early on.

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    Coolwhip
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was he a drug dealer? They usually have these set up in case of robberies. Which can also be a red flag lol.

    Joe Hurd
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have cameras covering every access point to the house from the inside including my bedroom. My camera is small.and easy to cover or turn to the wall. A psycho ex is the reason for that after her and someone else attempted to break in through my bedroom

    Cassi Lyris
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nope, nope, nopity nope.

    Maggie Hood
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't see how that's a red flag exactly. Lots of people have security cameras inside their house. It's a safety thing, not a creep thing. I'd like cameras in my house cuz I'm a very anxious person and it would make me feel better to have them just in case.

    Araminta
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed, i know tons of people that have a camera in every room and they detect movement. If we were going to be in bed i would just request they cover it with a wash cloth or something

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    Steven
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just cover the camera with something. There is nothing wrong with having a security camera.

    Jonn Thundergun
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh no he had a security camera watching over his living space! What a creep!

    Joe Hurd
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have surveillance cameras in every room of my house with outside access regardless door or window. It can always be covered lol

    Araminta
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly, just cover it. If the cameras are openly shown and not hidden behind the mirror or something then it's fine, just cover it.

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    Kissy Nuggett
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A) A security camera is completely normal B) don't go back to a guys apartment after a date if you don't trust him. This says more about you than him honestly. Says you're easy...and make poor choices.

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    However, there are some big red flags men should avoid when bringing their date home. “But when your place is messy, there’s no bedframe, or there are signs of other women, her guard can go up. She’s less likely to want to get into your bed sheets if they aren’t fresh.”

    This is important because when a woman is looking for a partner, she is searching for signs of what her life will be like with a man, Freeman explains. “She wants to know you can take care of yourself. When your place is clean and organized, it shows her you can plan and lead. In other words, she'll sense you could be a great potential teammate and want to get closer to you.”

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    #8

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) I once dated a guy who had a six-inch marijuana plant growing from his damply disgusting bathroom carpet. It wasn't so much the weed that put me off, it was that he had shag carpeting *in the bathroom.*

    SuzQP , Majestik-Eagle Report

    Nor
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel you here, who puts carpet in a bathroom???

    Anne
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it's a rental - he may have no options?

    the shrimp whisperer
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    okay forget the fact that the plant was weed. HOW DIRTY does your carpet have to BE to let a FUGGIN PLANT grow in it?!

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh God, the 70's and 80's when people thought carpeting the bathroom was a good idea. So disgusting...

    Copy Imitation
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My first house I rented had carpet in the kitchen and bathroom 🤣🤷‍♂️ I tore it out and installed vinyl plank flooring before I even moved in and I literally had no idea how to install that stuff.. I just knew I couldn't live with carpet in my kitchen/bathroom

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    ThatG
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And we shall call him Marley!

    Copy Imitation
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol how do you know it's a cannabis plant if it's only 6" tall?

    Lazycat_67
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you flipped the carpet, would have found a whole garden there

    Ambry Petersen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually a weed growing through the carpet is a major red flag that the house has major foundation problems.

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    #9

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) No soap in the bathroom to wash your hands.

    Darknyan004 , R ARCHITECTURE Report

    Joshua David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a best friend who will have a Christmas celebration and not put soap or towels in the guest bath. It's odd.

    Id row
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they're your best friend, you should feel comfortable asking where the soap and towels are for the guest bath.

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    Watery cereal
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even as a trash goblin, soap is a must. I don’t know what disgusting things are in your house

    HAL
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    “As a trash goblin”... HAHAHAHAHA!!!

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    Sleepy children love Moon
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    honestly I'm not even caring about this rn, but THAT POOR PLANT IN THE PICTURE! i don't think it's alive anymore! (I do, btw, care about using soap when washing hands)

    NY Rat27
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Repeating someone else here, but apparently it's a succulent with grey leaves called a string of hearts and it's supposed to look like that

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    Jane Cortez
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have seen this! Thankfully have hand sanitizer but upon exiting exclaimed to the host- where do I find the soap to wash my hands? ;)

    Elio
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like my cousin. Even worse is she and her boyfriend have kids. So they all like use Dawn dish soap that they have to grab from the kitchen and it's really weird. Dawn is expensive and you can get a lot of Softsoap at the 99 cent store.

    Seth
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This should be #1. Everytime I'm in a public restroom and some guy nopes right past the sink I have to make a conscious effort to not scream.

    Courtney Christelle
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No soap or towels. Beard shavings all over the counter, gross toilet. All in the same bathroom.

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    “A tidy and furnished home tells her that you are ready for a long-term relationship. That you know how to plan ahead, not only for her arrival but for the relationship moving forward,” the dating coach explained.

    When asked how you should prepare your home before bringing your date home, Freeman said that a woman will notice if your place is clean and tidy. “She’ll look at your floors, countertops, and bed. She’ll notice if there are crumbs, clothes and shoes lying around, or if your bed isn’t made.”

    #10

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) I went to a guys (late 20's) apartment and he had spongebob squarepants sheets and the entire collection of ICarly on dvd. He did not have kids. Edit: I realize that these things alone could be harmless. These were just the initial red flags though. I stopped talking to him after he showed me a picture of his 13 year old sister that he carried around with him and talked about how "sexy" she was and how he didn't understand why his mom wouldn't allow him to come visit her.

    Jessibeeb , Cbfalbo Report

    Matias Marczak
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok, that turned really dark really fast.

    NetworkMan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was about to try and justify this with my Pokemon plushies and blanket, then it got dark, and I can't justify that part.

    Clown fish
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol as long as you haven't got a sister you want to hmm have sex with

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    Ember
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The apartment wouldn’t bother me, the sister thing though….that’s a HUGE nope!

    Horst
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OKAY I would’ve looked past the SpongeBob sheets and iCarly as there’s nothing really wrong with embracing your inner child. But that last part is a definite NOPE for me.

    Phyzzi
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As long as it's your inner child and not an actual child you want to embrace, right?

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    My O My
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good mom!!!

    Tavi “Raptor” Parks
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm fine with the spongebob sheets and would love to have all the icarly seasons on DVD, but WHAT- he said he found his 13 year old sister SEXY!? I-

    Almarako94
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, the edit made it clear.

    Phoenix the Frog
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ICarly dvd and Spongebob sheets arent bad, he could still be holding onto his childhood. But saying his sister is sexy is not okay. 0 to WTF

    E V
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Explains why he has iCarly on DVD.

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    Clown fish
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah I know why your mum won't let you see her. You shouldn't see any children!

    Show thyself
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok, at first I was like "what's wrong with spongebob sheets, I have an old Alf-pillow-cover" but the 2nd part ... oh dear... yes, mum, make sure He stays away from his sister

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    #11

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) No cleaning supplies. No toilet cleaner, dish soap, dish rack, mop, broom, vacuum, dirty dishes in the sink (like a pile that hasn't been done in a while), no trash bag in the trash can. lots more but can't think of all of them right now

    poorcupid , Ellie Burgin Report

    General Anaesthesia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Waiting for that "I'll go on a second date but first I'll have to clean your place up" person.

    Green One
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sh*t, I just realised I have cleaned 3 girls flats, only to be dumped a week or two later

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    Id row
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh, I had a pig tenant like this. She claimed she was 'allergic' to cleaning products. The place had to be gutted when she left. It was a horror show.

    NY Rat27
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's definitely not a universal all products thing but I know someone who is "I will go into anaphylactic shock if I go to the cleaning aisle" allergic to cleaning products, so it's not impossible. Still could use vinegar and water though.

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    N Miller
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm uncertain how this has been worded. Dirty dishes in the sink and no dish soap, yes those are obvious. But in our house the toilet cleaner, mop, broom and vacuum are all in closed cupboards, so unless you're snooping, you aren't going to see them. No obvious *use* of a mop, broom and toilet cleaner would be better - especially since you can own these items and let them collect as much dust as the rest of the apartment.

    Lev Borovoi
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what I wondered too. Do you come to a guy's home and start scavenging for cleaning supplies?

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    Cassi Lyris
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The black garbage bag in the corner overflowing with beer cans".

    CalamityE
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember I stayed with a dude for 2 weeks while my home was being aired out because my mom died (she died at home and it smelled bad, she was only dead for 1 hr when I found her). There was literally a pile of beer cans in the kitchen that was bigger than me, dirty dishes everywhere, and dirty laundry everywhere. On top of that..mice had started to move in and a couple died due to eating Oreos under the couch. I cleaned up the place because I hadn't gotten paid yet so I couldn't pay him anything for me staying and he complained that I literally did everything wrong.

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    SobyKay
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I seriously dont get this....does this come from upbringing? Lack of teaching about hygiene? How do ppl get like this?

    Green One
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    depression, apathy, lethargy, general malaise? Or just frecking lazy

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    Jackie Lulu
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once went with a friend to visit some guy. The house was damp, the toilet paper was wet, and the only soap was made by his grandmother with bacon grease.

    Nina
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bacon grease soap???? OMG ... 😣

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    Jaaawn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have that many cleaning supplies, the cupboard under the kitchen sink is full and there are 2 entire shelves full of it in the hall cupboard now.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even though my apartment building provided excellent free weekly maid service, I still had all those cleaning tools for the in-between times and emergencies. ("Free" in the sense that it was part of what you paid in rent, whether you used it or not.) If his place is kept clean because his mother comes over and does it, that's a different big red flag.

    shermes
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Still waiting for mama to come over and take care of him.

    Ralph Watkins
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got caught in a situation where I had to move & could not afford a full rent. I moved in with two bachelor buddies of mine. OMG, the place was horrible. I finally got fed up. They were out deep sea fishing & I started cleaning. It was hilarious to see their reaction. They walk in the open front door, get two steps in, use an expletive, & scoot back out. They thought they were in the wrong home. Even the landlord did not recognize the place. Since when did this place has white tile floors? I always thought they were brown.

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    What’s also important is to help a woman feel comfortable and relaxed. Freeman’s tip is to have something refreshing to offer her. “And a clean glass to put it in!”

    Moreover, she’ll also notice the lighting, the dating coach says. “Lighting can either make a woman feel relaxed or want to run for the hills. Ditch any fluorescent bulbs for soft white light. Dimmers are always a plus!”

    And last but not least, Freeman reminds men eager to make a great impression on their date not to forget about the bathrooms. “Have clean towels hanging and put the toilet seat down for her.”

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    #12

    Cat s**t smeared around the litter box and ground into the floor. Anything having to do with s**t, p**s, and mold not being cleaned up/taken care of. It just baffles me, like if this is what you're willing to show me the first time I ever visit your apartment I can't imagine what horrors await me when we really get to know each other. Edit: in addition to this, your cat having constant diarrhea in addition to everything above is a huge red flag that you not only can't take care of yourself, but you also can't take care of the one other life that you are in charge of

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    Šimon Špaček
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like somebody was feeding milk to cat.

    Kraneia The Dancing Dryad
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or human food. Some stuff we eat isn't good for US, let alone cats

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    Detective Miller's Hat
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of my cats has frequent diarrhea. She's been checked for everything, has been put on a bunch of different healthy diets, put on different supplements. Nothing works. 3 different vets that have seen her and ran thousands of dollars worth of tests all say she is perfectly fine, just apparently has a sensitive tummy.

    Ren Karlej
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. Sometimes animals have long term health issues. Obviously this guy is still not cleaning very well..!

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    Anne Roberts
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My ex wouldn't let me see his apartment for the first six months. Said it was too messy. By then he had moved in with me.... BIG mistake! I never realized that if his place was a disaster (and I"m talking horror film filth), why did I think he would treat my home nicely? We're not together anymore for lots of reasons.

    Evi Grimes
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I almost dated a guy until we went to chill and play video games at his place. His carpet was crunchy under my boots, as I stepped into the dark room. He turns on the light and I'm horrified to see the crunchy feeling was literally dried cat vomit that covered the entire floor. "Yeah my cat is sick. Just step around it " he said. Literally his mattress was right on the floor with no sheets or box spring even. Lmao nope, I noped right back home. He followed me hopelessly online for years after. Can't remember his name, so I call him Vomit Guy. Hope the cat is okay though.

    Jeya Mackelle
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reading these makes me wonder what man in his right mind thinks this is even remotely attractive. Maybe it's the mindset of "women must be ride or die, put in all the physical and emotional effort, etc" and men coast on...whatever. Men, you living like a slob is your own thing, fine. My room is currently in a re-arranging phase so I relate on that. But I'll be darned if someone I was romantically interested in saw my living quarters like that! It also shows a huge lack of respect and tells women early on what kind of partner you'll be in a relationship. The ones who puts in no effort and is looking for a 24/7 momma/maid. Ew!

    Elisha
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bro get your dates cat to the vet that could be a sign it's ill

    Roberta Bray-Enhus
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you get to know one another, you’ll be the one picking up,tidying,cooking meals,and bringing that poor kitty to the vet.That’s not right.

    Yu Pan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh! Dude, if you want to live like a disgusting scum, be my guest. But don't you dare drag a poor innocent life into your filthy life! I'd report animal abuse right away. You do not deserve a cat.

    Tara L.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I dated a guy for a couple of weeks, seemed nice. He invited me to his house for the first time & when he opened the door the smell that rolled out hit me like a brick. The carpet loudly squished when he walked on it. Turns out he had over 30 cats in the house with no litter boxes. I refused to go in the house, he called me "prissy" lol. I called animal welfare on him & cps (he had a 4 year old son). He got his kid & cats taken from him & the house condimed. He still hates me but idgaf, imo I did the right thing.

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    #13

    Pee in water bottles. Walked in. Took a look and walked right the f**k back out.

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WHY?!? Why not just use the bathroom? why are people like this?

    Almarako94
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lazines or wrong prioritys like not leaving the desk until the match is finished. Or they like to drink p**s

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    Elio
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ewwww. Smart idea to leave though.

    Disinforminationalistically U
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where the hell are these women finding these men to date?? The local asylum??

    Boii
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd have stayed for the excuse, might have been funny

    Elisha
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same I mean he might be scared of the dark and when he needs to be he goes in the bottle

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    Logan Carey
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everybody take notes! Only a hardcore gamer would pee into a bottle.

    Kissy Nuggett
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not true. People who have plumbing issues have resulted to such. Maybe they have a terrible landlord and can't leave yet?

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    Grant Barke
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could be for making gunpowder, lol.

    Lily
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yellow liquid drop stains in the sink. Yeah, you see that, yes, they are peeing in the sink. Done and gone.

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    Now, if you want to take a step further and make sure that your place really makes an impression, then there are some tricks to try. Freeman’s advice is to have scent sticks or a diffuser to make the place smell like a high-end department store or hotel. “Candles are always a nice touch too. Just make sure there aren’t so many that she wonders if you have expectations of where the night will go,” she explained.

    #14

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) He has much more stuff than he can realistically afford to own. And I don't just mean unmanageable debt. Let's say he has no debts but he's consistently vague or dodgy about what he does for a living. "I'm into imports". FLEE.

    Patches67 , Hunters Race Report

    Linda Lee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, he's a drug dealer.

    Jessica Bertram
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    or an arms dealer. or a fence for stolen antiquities. or a spy.

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    ShellsBells
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So my mom immigrated to the US from England. She landed in New York where she'd date men that would pick her up in a car with a driver, go to the nicest restaurants, and get the royal treatment. This was late 60s. All were Italian and they would never disclose what they did for a living. It was cute to hear her later reminiscing about it and thinking she may have dated some men in the mob.

    Moezzzz
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, no doubt. Young, beautiful English woman with an adorable accent? You have MOB TIES!! Lol

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    Frando Bone
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have friends who work in classified areas of the govt who aren't allowed to say what they do for a living, or even where they work. It's not always bad.

    Nicoll Cope
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband and I have worked for companies that had government projects where we had to get security clearances. Even though both of us had clearances, we couldn't tell the other person what the project was. We're both in IT/Engineering/Operations, so the base answers is "I work with servers."

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    Elio
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually not something that I thought of before, but fair point.

    Id row
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, Art Vandelay is an importer/exporter. He imports Latex or Chips (some potato, some corn). And he exports latex, diapers or long matches. He's the real deal!

    RM Ker
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or "Im into marketing," or "Im a consultant" but cant tell you what for. Their either scamming elders, have shell companies to hide illegal activities or both.

    Roberta Bray-Enhus
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or he has incredible debt,and his12 different credit cards are all teetering on being maxed out,and just makes minimum payments.But he looks like he’s livin the dream!

    Wiley Stephen
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if he is an importer/exporter or maybe an architect, you know, like George Costanza?

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only thing he imports is women and nose candy. Run run run ruuuunnnn.

    Michael Schultz
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is asinine just because someone is selling drugs doesn't mean they're trafficking women you weirdo.

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    MONROE
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would say, that not for you to worry about/judge

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    #15

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Sheets that smell and look dirty. No soap at the bathroom sink. Skid marks Clear evidence that he eats straight out of the pot or pan. Edit- eating out of the pot, ok, efficient. My true objection was that there were always multiple pots with food left lying around his place. Accidentally stepping into a pan of cold pasta is never an experience I want to repeat. Sink full of dishes growing their own life forms. Huge gaming computer with trash all around it, literally thrown on the ground and never dealt with. Soap scum in the shower so thick you can run a nail through it to the tiling. This is all one guy. I should have noped out faster, but was ignorant of men being decent creatures. Tbf- I was 19. Edit- spelling. And clarification regarding pots.

    daisy-chain-of-doom , Becca Schultz Report

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If he can’t be bothered to clean up before you come over, what hope is there?

    Nitka Tsar
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On this note a nice/ funny story from a friend of my Mother: the friend worked as a… cleaner(?). Someone who comes to your home x times a week to clean your space for you. She had one client she visited once a week and there wasn‘t much to do. Just the usual stuff. Vacuuming, dusting…. One week she could not come on the accustomed day, so she decided to go the day prior. In comparison, the home looked trashed. Some empty bottles here and there, lots of dishes in the sink… that kind of stuff. She was baffled. Apparently he always cleaned up the evening before she came, so as to make her work easier. They married and had a daughter. He is the kindest man I ever knew. Both were giants. Their daughter was bigger than me when she was 9 and I 16. The woman died a few years ago of cancer. Wish we would have stayed in touch more. She always called me stuff like bunny, kitty or fawn… only in Polish and cuter

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    GenericPanda09
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Accidentally stepping into a pan of cold pasta is never an experience I want to repeat." That musts mean it was on the floor right? Why????

    Lord Mysticlaw
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A mattress with no sheets, pillows with no cases, and a duvet with no cover.

    Jeff Gabrisl
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's a duvet? Why does it need a cover? Is it the big fluffy quilt that goes on top of my sheets that has awesome graphics?

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    Kraneia The Dancing Dryad
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My ex roommate eats soup out of cans. Wouldn't be so bad (I occasionally do this when I'm hiking) but he leaves the cans by the sink, with the spoon still in it. You can't walk the 3 paces to the trash can???

    Helen Bennett
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or a few more steps to the recycling like someone I am glad not to share an office with any more?

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    Will Cable
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's enough to make a little bit of vomit rise.

    Shayla Katherina
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah. If his place isn't clean, and there's that old food smell that just permeates everything, big red flag. Unless you're okay with essentially being the guy's mom.

    Jeya Mackelle
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And to think, a lot of men would say we women are too high maintenance and have impossibly high standards to meet. Because you know, expecting a grown, mentally sound adult to exercise basic hygiene in most basic areas of their adult life is crazy unreasonable. Glad I don't date right now.

    somed ay
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Run away as fast as you can.

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    Moreover, “It’s always a good idea to have a stash of extra, unopened toothbrushes,” Freeman argues. “But don’t go too above and beyond to have extra toiletries. This may give her the idea you have frequent female visitors,” she warned.

    “When she walks into your bedroom, there should be two bedside tables — one for you and one for her on each side of the bed.”

    #16

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Too many mirrors. Erotic art. A half completed suit made of human skin on a tailors dummy.

    hobbes_shot_first , Ellen Tanner Report

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was ok until the third one….

    Rostit .
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the half completed skin suit does it for me. That is someone without goals or the ability to follow through.

    Jaaawn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh well, one persons loss is another persons Ed Gein.

    Alexia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Too many mirrors" - that's ok with me. "Erotic art" - I can live with that. "A half completed suite made of human skin"... - wait, WHAT???

    Janet Howe
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's how you know most of this stuff is made up. It's from a movie.

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    Id row
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now these are just getting satirical. That's when you know to quit reading.

    Mmm K
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It could be very true. This is the real world. You gotta hear some true crime stories if you think this can only be a joke.

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    Uncanny
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, erotic art is a big no from me, too.

    Dan Bexell
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look up Ed Gein. That story went all over the world, and that was back in the 50's

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    Precious Cooper
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ummm... I feel like I missed something in between the second and third step and have fallen into the well of what the actual f**k?!?!

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    #17

    A closet full of empty alcohol bottles presented as an achievement

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    Jen T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's college kid stuff. But there are some really cool looking bottles on the higher end that I would want to keep and not throw away.

    BlueEyesWhiteDragon
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't mind having a few of those skull bottles. Unfortunately, I don't drink or have enough people over that do drink to have an excuse for buying them.

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    John Richard Albers Grant Esquire
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Put empty bottles over the kitchen cupboards in college for a little decoration as well as a reminder to myself to slow the hell down.

    Kissy Nuggett
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depends on the bottles and the time frame. There's a delicate balance here.

    Mr. River
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of my 19 y/o nephew that has a collection of Monster Energy cans of all sort

    Emma
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I only collected uniquely shaped ones from my old job. Thought I could do something creative with them one day.

    Deborah THE Band
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't get the "presented." He ushered you to the closet and bragged? Yeah. That would be a bad sign... for so much. You just kinda found 'em... he didn't overtly brag? So. Don't snoop. [Okay. Sorry. Who died, turn of the century maybe, leaving behind a house full of several hundred ... Chevis or Crown bottles... I can't remember. He just didn't want anyone to know he drank.... for years! Musician or comedian? Help me out.

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    “How does she walk into the place? Does she offer to take off her shoes? Do you feel like she’s respectful of your stuff? Does she thank you for offering her a beverage?”

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    #18

    Crispy socks

    anon Report

    That Bi Book Lover
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did not know how much two words could make me gag. Thank you for that mental image.

    Horst
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate that I know exactly what it means by ‘crispy’…

    the shrimp whisperer
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    thanks for that image, have an awful day :) /j

    Beck
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gross..their wipe rag. Barf.

    zak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Crispity, crunchity, peanut-buttery?

    Seth
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some separation is natural, stir before you enjoy?

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    Cassi Lyris
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢🤢

    Maggie Hood
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eh that's not that bad. Depending.

    Disinforminationalistically U
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this whole article about boys?? or men?? Anyone with terrible hygiene and maintenance issues is RED FLAGS - Men or women

    Kristen Bellefeuille
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair my socks get crispy even after washing I have to use vinegar or downy rinse and refresh to soften them again. It is a medical issue.

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    #19

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Holes in walls. F**k no. EDIT: I was talking about holes he punched in anger (or for fun, which is crazy behaviour) EDIT 2: I'm SO SORRY to all the guys and girls out there with anger management issues that they are working on. I didn't mean to belittle your situation. I was thinking of the type of person who smashes walls, furniture, windows and people without giving a damn what happens next. I was thinking of legitimate A******S. Anger issues does NOT make you an a*****e by default (I struggle with this sometimes too, though not to the extent that others have mentioned, so I get how it messes up your self-esteem and ideas about what kind of person you are). For all of those people who are struggling with this type of issue and are trying to fix it, you deserve utmost respect. That s**t is HARD. Sorry for the blow to the self-esteem, that's not fun when you're already struggling. ):

    anon , shaireproductions.com Report

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have to be aware of your own safety and holes punched in walls don't give you that ‘I feel safe here’ vibe.

    BlueEyesWhiteDragon
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, it's good to work on anger issues, but if someone is constantly punching holes in the wall, or it happened so recently that they haven't repaired the holes, this person might need to do a little more work on those issues before dating again.

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    Happy_Pandalover
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No need to explain yourself. If that turns you off, then so be it. Also you‘re protecting yourself from possible danger.

    SobyKay
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I find the edits unnecessary. I dont think it's belittling to people's situation to say holes in walls caused by anger is a red flag, whether they are in anger management or not. It IS a red flag, and concern for my own safety comes before feeling sorry for someone's struggles, whether they are a danger to me physically or emotionally/mentally. That is why I have no contact with certain people in my life. It is okay to notice red flags and take appropriate action. If someone feels badly about it, or they are working on themselves, that still doesn't mean I'm going to ignore the red flag and walk right into the middle of it.

    N Miller
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the first edit was necessary, if only because my husband, wonderful in other ways, is absolutely c**p at DIY. We have a lot of polyfiller in our shed.

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    Dan Bexell
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can rationalize it all you want, it's still a red flag.

    Šimon Špaček
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't be sorry. Some people have anger management problems. If they are aware of them and they treat them, good, but if they still make holes in walls, stay away.

    Elisha
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have anger management but the therapist just says be good breathe

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    RockSteady
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We need to stop shaming people who have certain standards for the ones they want to date/be with. I personally would not get involved with someone who has mental health issues that are not actively being treated and I certainly would not be with someone who has anger issues. My safety and well-being trumps others and I refuse to be a therapist, punching bag or the one to "fix" someone.

    N Miller
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fairly certain there's also a difference between "anger issues - punch a wall - *fix the wall* - work on issues" and "ashole issues - punch a wall - leave multiple holes - feel no remorse" people.

    Appalachian Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Why are there fist-sized holes in the walls all over the house?" "I have anger management issues." "Oh. That's okay then."

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    Ally Joy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    F**k these people. Stop being toddler and having tantrums. Grow the f**k up and deal with it.

    The Starsong Princess
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you have anger issues so bad that you are punching holes in the walls, you aren’t ready for a relationship

    Cassi Lyris
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Getting angry at a post that reminds you about how hard it is for you to control yourself because you "don't like being judged" = red flag.

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    Even more important than how your place looks, Freeman added, is how you two feel in it. “If she seems nervous, stay in the common areas and help her feel more relaxed by sitting close to her while leaving breathing room,” the dating coach concluded.

    #20

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Decorates with beer logos and pics of weed culture. A person so into their alcohol and drugs that they decorate their apartment with it is just not going to be a quality relationship. Edit: Okay, clarification of my intent is needed lol. I'm talking about the apt of someone out of college, who has plastered his walls with PBR flattened cases (for soundproofing, man!), has pyramids of beer bottles (because it's cool, man!). Many posters of Bob Marley with weed, Cheech and Chong with weed, pictures of weed leaf everywhere, has beer logo bath towels, beer logo drinking glasses, has a couch throw that is weed leaf designs, the massive bong, water pipe and 8 lead hookah are the star attraction in the living room. THIS is the type of manchild I am referring to.

    anon , REVOLT Report

    Winchester Salem Randolph
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I work in the weed industry so weed is literally my life

    Dan Bexell
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do circumcisions at the local hospitals, you should see my place. It's a great job, and the tips are good too.

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    SobyKay
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of the edits on these posts make me believe Reddit is full of cranky over-sensitive ppl looking for a fight. Why must one's opinion always have to be justified to the hilt?? They don't like beer/weed decor, so what? I personally dont either, I wouldnt get involved. Doesnt mean Im a bad person or beer/weed-lovers are bad ppl, its just a preference.

    Evi Grimes
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is. I thought Reddit would be the one place I wouldn't get banned, since it seemed like it wouldn't be as sensitive as every other social media place I got kicked out of. Nope, permanently banned second day.

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    ERIKA H.
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I drink and partake in 🍃 but I agree that making it your whole personality is odd. Imo, it's like advertising you have a substance abuse problem. I find "wine mom" culture to be similar.

    Ambry Petersen
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the shape of wine glasses, (some are rather pretty), but I don't drink alcohol in any form.

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    Just here for the comments ️
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Makes me laugh how edits are being thrown in so many legit posts! 😂 Boys, ya gotta handle the heat here 🙌

    Victor Trejo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The edit was not necessary. I think the op stepped on several toes.

    Shayla Katherina
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't get why OP felt the need to have a caveat on their post. I agree. I'm not into it either and I see it as kind of frat boy-ish. People are allowed to have preferences.

    Cheese man Steve
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Terrible picture to use. That looks like a great work area in the garage not at all what is described in the post.

    Detective Miller's Hat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean.... I'm a beer snob and I love whoever does the art work for Weyerbacher, so I've got several of their bottle designs on my kitchen wall.

    Ethan Collins
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn’t decorate my room with weed decor but I don’t personally see any issues with it. Beer decor doesn’t really have any special style tho and I have personal experience with seeing alcoholism in action so I can see the beer being an issue.

    Deborah THE Band
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A 68 yo Southern hippie. My house: Abbey Road poster (from 19f*****g70!FU!), 3 nice Snake photos, two Raider's jerseys (#41 and guess! Not the Vegas act --- REAL! BIG! (Exceptfred) MEN!, an uncounted number of Dead posters, many photos of the Dead drummers (🖕It's just Billy!), EVERY song (I've found!) recorded by Paul Butterfield, Duane Allman, ABB, and (Hand to god!) Elvin Bishop, Skynard, Scaggs, Cooder, Stevie Ray, & Black Oak Arkansas (FU!), and THE Fish Camp Band(!), 5 guitar picks, ONE Coricidrin bottle, a Robert Johnson collection, one lovely framed print of Duane Allman, and a jar that has "$ for TTB concert" scrawled on it (Yeah. A permanent fixture... they're out there! I have to see them before I die! I HAVE to see him --- to believe! I DAMN sure have to see her!! BABY!), and a strange 19th C. New Orleans print of 'The Dancer and Death." AH. My Treasures! And, the smell of fragrant and uplifting herbs, whiskey, grilled red meat. Offended? Fine. I'll visit you. Don't judge

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    #21

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) No hand towels/paper towels/anything to dry my f*****g hands on in the bathroom after I wash my hands.

    icantplaytheviolin , the blowup Report

    Momo Skarsgard
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The question is, did he have hand soap? If you have to air dry it's not so bad, but if he had no soap now that's a red flag.

    Rebecca Broscombe-Adams
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once went to a guy's house & the brown (vom) towel made my hands stink. I re-washed and dried on my jeans before a speedy exit.

    Disinforminationalistically U
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You women need to stop dating children. This does not happen when you are dating a mature individual.

    Wiley Stephen
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just use your clothes like he does. They’ll dry…. LOL

    SomePeopleCallMeMaurice
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No hand soap and raggedy, musty towels…I’m out!

    Raimei Ai
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean...I just use my shirt....

    ~darlingthimblemoon~
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I prefer to air dry my hands. It's actually better than using the same towel or the air dryers in public bathrooms.

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    #22

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Plates and/or silverware crusted with old food. Bonus points if they're plastic. Extra bonus points if they're in the bedroom. Extra extra bonus points if they're in the sink with the dishwasher empty.

    meakcpark , Portuguese Gravity Report

    Brocken Blue
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh gods… this just gave me visceral flashbacks to live with my ex

    Cassi Lyris
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just had an intense flash back to one of my cousins I used to babysit back in 1996. He was going on 5 and after lunch or dinner I had him helping me clean up. Wash up yourself, then put the food away, then the dishes, then sweep the floor. One day his Dad came home early and saw his only son (out of 5 girls) doing WOMAN'S WORK?!! and he blew up at me. That cousin is in his 30's now and lives like this. Chronically, painfully single, terrible relationship with his Dad anyways too.

    Pluto
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plastic plates in silverware crusted with old food in the bedroom sink with the bedroom dishwasher empty (no, I don’t have a sink or dishwasher in my bedroom)

    FlatEarf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Simple enough to put a semi positive out look to this one, reusing them several times before washing

    Dawn C
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    don't come for my plasic plates.......AND bowls AND tumblers!!!! Lightweight & I love them.....AND I wash dishes daily, plastic or not.

    hi
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    or the clean dishes in the dishwasher not put away.

    Tara L.
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they can't be bothered to clean up before you come over, they have no respect for you or themselves. Walk away

    Dustin Pryor
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who uses a dishwasher? That's more disgusting than someone not even bothering to wash their dishes. At least they're honest about not giving a damn. Using a dishwasher does not clean your dishes and I would hate to eat anything from your home if you use a dishwasher. Washing by hand is the only way to actually clean your dishes.

    Rosemary Paul
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Extra, extra, extra points if those dishes in the sink are as paper plates and plastic take out cups.

    Raimei Ai
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Extra extra extra points if they just took it out of a dishwasher that just got done!

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    #23

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Lots of pictures of his ex.

    Toodlepie , cottonbro studio Report

    steaky
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe he was married but his partner passed away?

    Trillian
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Still plastering the entire place with pictures of the dead ex-partner is not a good way to start something else.

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    rob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My first thought would be Are you sure its his/her ex? Maybe they are still together and you're the affair. At least good to ask.

    Janet Howe
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they were divorced, nope. Red flag. Now, if they are pictures that contain his kids as well, I'd be willing to accept that. And I really wouldn't mind if he had 1or 2 or pics of a dead wife. That would be ok with me. But the house plastered with them, nope. Red flag.

    Amanda Rose
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depends on the why she/he is an ex... if they're dead, it's acceptable to have lots of photos. If they've got kids together and shared custody it's acceptable for photos including rhe kids ti be about, but if she left his tail and he's all creepy obsessed... red flag

    robman1ok1 Hernandez
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then maybe he/she isn't ready to move on. A few... understandable... plastered...call me when you've downsized.

    Jo Aldham
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pictures of lots of his exes too (and counting). Was like a rogues' gallery, most in the same pose. I should have spotted that one!

    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't have any pictures of any of my exes. I barely have any pictures of myself. Not even on my phone. Is that weird?

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    HUGE red flag and gives off creepy stalker vibes

    steaky
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I honestly think that is not the case. Often people who had a family together, maybe were married or shared a long time together still have pictures. My mom still has one from my dad. Even though he passed away a long time ago. Even when she got a new partner. The pictures are still there. It is a part of her past and our past.

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    Amberlie Mikelsen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the case of passed away, one or two after a couple of years is acceptable; the person was a part of your life for a definite period of time, and it's fine to have photos of some of the best memories from that time. However, hundreds of pictures of the one(s) who left you (not died), not cool or of the one who died over ten years ago; homie be obsessed

    Floy Height
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even creepier if you look like the ex.

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    #24

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) One often overlooked thing is *too different from yours*. If it's too dirty or too clean compared to how you keep yours, get ready to deal with the difference. A messy person will always leave a mess, and a clean one will nag you about yours. Then there's in-depth hobbies. It's not necessarily a bad thing if someone has anime figurines or sexy calendars, but the question always is, do you? If someone likes something enough to have it around and buy associated merchandise, it's a major hobby. If you can't enjoy it together, it will stand between you.

    SleepyBoy- , Jason Leung Report

    Animelover14
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hobbies don’t stand between people. You each can have your own hobbies and find new stuff you enjoy together

    N Miller
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this comes down to the intensity of the hobby. If he has sexy calendars on his wall, and I have my embroidery on the other, and we're both okay with it, that's fine. If his anime figurine collection is taking over space in our shared bathroom to the point I'm sharing a shower with polyvinyl, we're going to have a problem.

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    Lyorai
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this one boils down to the amount of shared and non-shared hobbies/habits and more importantly, whether overall values and goals align. If you're both people that value respect, open communication and empathy and you share the same goal for creating a happy life together, then most other things will work out. Having a good understanding of and respect for boundaries helps too^^ If cleanliness levels don't align at first, you will find a way to meet "in the middle" - since you wish to create a good life together and you respect each other's needs and boundaries. Same with hobbies - so one of you likes warhammer figurines and needs a space to paint and keep them? Okay, let's make that possible, because a good life also entails doing what you love. The other person wants to have space for a yoga mat, keep plants etc. Okay, let's do that too and also make sure to plan time for shared hobbies and dates. Sharing no hobbies at all, sounds rather impractical though^^

    Helen Bennett
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lovely comment :-) would upvote you twenty times if I could.

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    Jaaawn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nonsense about the merchandise. I own the largest collection of vintage Spice Girls memorabilia in my country and my other half isn't even a fan. Problems? No!

    Almarako94
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Hobby thing, if you have neutral spaces where you only take care of eachother, it doesn't matter if your hobbies are totally different.

    C.M.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would different hobbies stand between people. When you're in a relationship you still need time for yourself. Not everything needs to be or even should be done together.

    RockSteady
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never believed in opposites attract. They may attract but they rarely stand the test of time. Find someone similiar to you but just a slightly better version, complimentary. You, adjacent.

    xiao xiao
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, it should be more like if they'd rather spend most (if not all) of their time on their hobby instead of spending time with you on anything else then it's a red flag.

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    ~darlingthimblemoon~
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think if that that person spends more time with their hobby than with you then that will be a problem.

    Ches Yamada
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm a huge fan of a certain character from a manga/anime. My collection stays in one room (mine) with one or two things in the main house like a magnet on the fridge and a Funko or two in our combined Funko case. That said, in the beginning of our marraige my husband communicated he didn't want to see stuff like that everywhere because he got jealous. I took stuff down but after almost 20 years together he just says "oh, that's her other husband" without even blinking. Lol

    Junebugjump!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a real issue... nothing makes a person lonelier than a person whose hobbies take them away every weekend for hours on end... golf, video games, long distance bike riding hours away.

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    Donna Peluda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a GF who didn't like football (soccer) she tagged alone to the bar a couple of times and actually got quite invested in the game. We went to a few games and a couple of finals and she loved it.

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    #25

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) A bathroom sink and floor so covered in hair you’re not sure what color the sink is/was. A bedroom filled with so much s**t it looks like a hoarder house. No couches. No sitting area. Just a tv and a lawn chair for gaming. I walked out within 10 minutes and regretted A LOT. Edit: spelling because typing is hard.

    katsu_later , Erik Mclean Report

    N Miller
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It took 10 whole minutes?!

    Almarako94
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah to find/fight the way out again, probably.

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    Atlas
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is it saying all these bad red flags when the photo is the coolest f*****g game room I’ve ever seen

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right? I'd date that guy, he's got his shìt together.

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    FlatEarf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More positivity. Your special clearly he doesn't have many women over

    Clare Urbanski
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The first two, yes, disgusting. The third one, couches are fkn expensive and there's nothing wrong with playing video games unless it's taken over to the point where it's making you inconsiderate to others or unable to function in society.

    Thienne Flores Pastoriza
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't like the hair part, but the gaming one actually turns me on

    Michael Magdalene
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok, some of those are real deal breakers, but my dad actually didn't have a couch when he met my mom. The first time she went to his house, they watched a movie leaning against his weight bench. Their 20th anniversary is this December.

    Keisha
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would have done a Roadrunner right out of that house and I promise you it wouldn't have taken more than 30-60 seconds.

    Moedius
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What did you manage in those 10 minutes that you regret so much?

    Joe Hurd
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My br is 200 sq ft and the bed is what takes the most space with the dressers and tv in 2nd and 3rd rest is walkable

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    #26

    Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue tearouts all over the walls by their twin bed, when they are a 25yr-old adult.

    pamplemouss Report

    Wiley Stephen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like he was a wack- o. The O stands for off!

    BeaBea
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also like few girls come there (pun not planned but intended upon realizing, hehe)

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    HAL
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The tearouts with girls are pretty much the symptom.

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    FlatEarf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean kinda somewhat a creepy version of that grandma that cut your pictures and accomplishments out of the newspaper?

    Joe Hurd
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those disappeared from my walls at 21

    awingard1
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband had a friend he rented a room out to when they were in their early 20s. Sadly he got into drugs so he moved out (I think back home to his mom's) so my husband and I were cleaning up his room and underneath his bed he had cut out Playboy girls with all the women's faces cut out and was sticking pictures of his ex into the playbook silhouettes. 😳 Very disturbing

    Paul Dodd
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could be a positive - a slow developer with a mainstream orientation and a first real girl?

    Chloe Brown
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He’s 25!!! Probably has a high sex drive that you couldn’t possibly handle cuz your panties are twisted so far up your vagina you’re practically coughing them out.

    Never
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    25 is still pretty young... idk if he was like 30-35 then it might be weird.

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    #27

    I once met a girl who had a wedding dress in her apartment, she said she was saving it for a special day. I left quickly after that.

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    EmbersAreOut
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, if she got the dress from someone, or it was on sale and she new she would like the style in the future, i would not find that a problem. If she just bought a full-price wedding dress for no reason, that might be an issue. Also did she ever mention having a previous partner? Maybe they were going to get married but it ended after she had gotten the dress.

    Cora Han
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bought my wedding dress before my (now) husband proposed. I had always admired it in the window and the shop was going out of business, so I grabbed my mom and took her with me to buy it. I got it for $250! Then it was a waiting game... :-) To be fair, we had been dating for years by this point.

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    TVLA
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah I don’t get this one. This would only be weird if she said “And you’re finally HERE! The magic spell WORKED! Now put on this tux or I’ll lock you in my basement.” Get over yourself, dude.

    Lunamorte Louise
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It could be her mom's wedding dress.

    Elisha
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean maybe she was dropping hints or holding for a friend

    RM Ker
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bought a wedding dress from a thrift store and used it as my zombie bride costume for halloween, was asked to be married twice, declined both, am forever single and totally a ok with that.

    Joe Hurd
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could have been her mother or grandmothers. Or the old lady from the episode of south park trying to steal your soul 🤔🤔🤔😂😂😂

    John Richard Albers Grant Esquire
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My wife (GF then) had one, but it had belonged to the eldest daughter of each generation following her matrilineal line. Still looked incredible despite being older than WWI; even after being altered to fit each wearer. Thankfully, the mother/daughter similarity held pretty true over the years.

    Karen Kaiser
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Women owning a wedding dress isn't bad. Some see the dress they just know they'll wear but don't have the guy yet. She was up front not hiding it.

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    #28

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) No toilet paper. Sick full of dishes. Stank. Crunchy hand towels. BEDSHEETS TACKED UP FOR CURTAINS AND YOUR A*S IS OVER 22. Not owning a hammer is weird too but that's all genders and I might be the weirdo there. Unsure.

    tomqvaxy , Taryn Elliott Report

    SAF saf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think 22 is pretty young to have your s**t together. I know 30 y/o that use sheets as curtains (men and women) and some are married with kids.

    Almarako94
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At 22 you should've figured out how buy toilet paper and that you need to wash towels.

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    Ann Dennis
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bedsheet curtains are not all bad. Window "treatments" can be danged expensive, and bedsheets, strung up with some thought behind it, can actually look nice and be fun.

    RikakueRoleplay
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The sheets as curtains isn't that big of a deal. It can actually look really good if done right or just work as emergency shading for cheap. The rest? BLEGH.

    Sarah Cofer
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I totally tack up curtains whenever my cats bend another curtain rod (which is a regular occurrence.) I would rather have immediate privacy versus aesthetic value for judgmental guests but apparently if I try to block out exterior judgment thefe will just be a Karen giving interior judgment so its a lose/lose either way.

    k sand
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cats climb the curtain, make it up the curtain rod and walk across it causing it to bend? I find that hilarious! If mine were agile enough to do that the whole thing would crash down

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    EAS 2
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    31, married with first kid a month away. We rent and cover some windows in sheets because curtains are expensive and kinda custom to certain windows. I'll buy real curtains when I own a place but not until then.

    Elio
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yay, I own a hammer and am a real adult! I agree about the messy stuff being bad.

    Kipper
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandson was married at 22, a father at 24 and now owns his own business. It's not age that matters, it's maturity, some have it, some don't

    Amanda Rose
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The bedsheets as curtains thing could just be frugality. Or they need it extra dark and quiet so they use an extra layer (I do it for migraines, it helps block sound and light fully) Plus 22 is young to have all your ducks lined up.many are still figuring themselves out at that point. And not having a hammer isn't weird if you don't know how-to use one. Some people never need those skills in life. (Foe the record I have 2 full toolkits and a car toolkit so no I'm not one of those girls)

    Chloe Brown
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Curtains are fu*king expensive and the nice ones only come one panel to a package, then there is hardware and a pole, now multiply that by however many windows you have. Depending on the curtains it could run like $500 to put curtains on every window. Sheets at goodwill $2.99, thumbtacks $1.99… BIG DIFFERENCE, especially when you’re young and have a budget…

    Bloobee bloobee bloo bloo bloo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m 45 and have a blanket over my windows. But I work overnights and the blackout curtains aren’t good enough

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    #29

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) His ex girlfriends stuff.

    not-_-a-_-stalker , Johanne Pold Jacobsen Report

    Linda Lee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ex girlfriend stuff may mean she is out of town and coming back.

    Lisa H
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or maybe they're not over each other and she still comes by every so often, but are keeping an open relationship. Could mean you're getting played. Either way, why would the ex's stuff just be left out in the open? Most people would bag it up and put it somewhere until the ex comes to claim it.

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    Elio
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It may mean that she really isn't an ex and someone is being a two-timer.

    That Bi Book Lover
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Creep vibes, especially if they broke up ages ago

    Roberta Bray-Enhus
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s true. And he wasn’t bright enough to put it somewhere not out in the open?

    tired panda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First date with my ex (and visit to his place), he tried to give me his ex-wife's half-empty bottles of perfume that he still had in a dresser drawer. Yuck.

    Jude Laskowski
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My ex-bf was bald, but he still had hair products in his bathroom. He said it was in case his daughter and her husband came to visit. Caught his lie when his daughter visited and brought her own shampoo. He was still waiting for his ex-gf to come back after 8 years.

    Chloe Brown
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or he’s a cross-dresser and kinky as f*ck

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    #30

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Roommates who don't ask your name or really even say hi. This usually means he has girls in and out of the apartment and they don't feel like putting the effort in any longer.

    ToxicLuv , Sigmund Report

    General Anaesthesia
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or it's just a roommate who thinks it's none of their business, you're the other's friend, not theirs.

    Joss
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or a roommate who's an introvert. Just because you have people over shouldn't obligate me to socialize when I'm in my home/sanctuary.

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    Blue Spider Lily
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah no, as an introverted autistic person, idgaf about who you're banging just don't touch my s**t.

    Candra Gabel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have no interest in getting involved in my roommates' business... And I fully expect them to stay out of mine. We're roommates; not friends, or family. Nobody owes anyone an explanation about our guests.

    Steph B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah that's just rude. There's such a thing as basic courtesy

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    Josh Gilland
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or you are roommates and not friends therefore unrent/ roommate things aren't their concern.

    Disinforminationalistically U
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, how incredibly arrogant to say "this usually means he has girls in and out of the apartment..." This is a huge assumption that has earned the narcissistic OP a HUGE RED FLAG.

    Dustin Pryor
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    100% agree with you. I'd tell the OP to kick rocks if she approached me with this complaint. She obviously wants the whole world and then some if she demands that much attention from everyone.

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    Valdemar
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Roommate is introverted and doesn't want to deal with you.

    Steph B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Big difference between being an introvert and being an @sshole. "Doesn't want to deal with you ' is being an @sshole

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    Jeya Mackelle
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now this does seem a bit...too sensitive for extreme lack of a better word? Now, if they ignore you or attempt to make you feel uncomfortable or act snarky just because you're in their shared space, they're an a-hole 100%. But otherwise, who cares? You're not there to see them anyway.

    FlatEarf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That woman is just picky just because you see a person doesn't mean they have to say hi and talk to you. If your at their house there is a reason your there and they don't usually wanna deal with that

    Shane Wright
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is the roommate a friend or just someone they live with cause rent isn't cheep? I don't get into my roommates business, and expect them to stay out of mine.

    Deborah THE Band
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No. It doesn't. It means nothing about him.

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    #31

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) During the first date or so, everything is immaculate. Then the more you know him, the more cluttered it gradually becomes. Trash here and there, kitty croutons not being picked up. No trash bin in the bathroom, no toilet paper on the roll. Forks and plates strewn *everywhere*. Laundry *everywhere*. You'll wind up being his mother and maid instead of a significant other.

    mcraneschair , Phillip Goldsberry Report

    Tikitalk
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can only assume those who do not have a trash bin near the toilet don't use dental floss, Qtips, nose strips, pads, tampons, face wipes, cotton balls, cotton face pads, certain cleaning/Clorox wipes or paper towels in the bathroom on a regular basis.

    Watery cereal
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Laundry is somewhat understandable, but leaving cat droppings is just disgusting.

    Chiara1125
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guys often don't need trash bins in the bathroom. Not worth it for just qtips I guess

    Anon Yymi
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    2 years ago

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    What is it with people's obsession over trash bins in toilets? How much garbage do you have to produce in the bathroom that you physically cannot carry it to another room?

    Jesse
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd rather not want my used period products in the same room as my food.

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    #32

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Picture frames turned face down with another woman.

    anon , Angela Roma Report

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Still not over his ex? Married or in a relationship?

    rob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds indeed like hes not single

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    The Original Bruno
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In fairness, her photo came with the frame. (J/K!)

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Run, not because they're necessarily bad, but they're definitely not ready for a new relationship.

    #33

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Not a ladie but me & gf slept one night on a borrowed aparment of this single guy, while on trip. He has a sort of shrine with some 3d printed statues from 20cm to 1m of himself. I mean, it was kind a small church of him.

    monkeyzoom , Paweł L. Report

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Weird, creepy, narcissistic vibe here.

    Rostit .
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    from OP? definitely. They don't even know the guy whose apartment they were in.

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    NetworkMan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the kind of thing I would do with a 3D printer.

    Rhinocersauce
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get more creative. Make a "you" centaur and a "you" merman. Recreate famous sculptures. Venus de Milo is just "armless NetworkMan" at your house.

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    Rostit .
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    he was probably testing his printer and had fun. so many pointlessly judgy comments from allegedly tolerant bored panda users.. Most of y'all are hypocrits.

    Jonn Thundergun
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed. If I were to practice 3d printing then I would be making figurines of myself from various works just for fun/practice.

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    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, was he just storing his Warhammer 40k stuff though? Some of the mechs do look like cathedrals. Putting yours and your friends faces on the characters is really popular right now. I just recently modeled and printed my sister's entire D&D crew, so this miiiiight not be as weird as it sounds.

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    #34

    A queen size bed with one pillow, no sheets, and a crumbled polyster comforter thrown on top. It just really bothers me when people don't treat their bed like the fluffy haven it is.

    stutteringwhales Report

    Beck
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love my bed. I make it. when I got up. There is NOTHING better than getting into a nice cozy, made bed after a long day.

    Sarah Cofer
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I put 2 fitted sheets on my bed and then a flat sheet and then a comforter with another comforter on top of that one and then a feather blanket and then a throw blanket on top and then I work my way down layer by layer so my bed is never really unmade until Im ready to wash the bottom sheet and I keep 4 pillows on it at all times. Sometimes 5 or 6 or 7 pillows depending on how much I want my dreams to feel like marshmallows.

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    Cassi Lyris
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, for most of my life I never really made my bed. But, 3 years ago I just started doing it first thing in the morning and it's going to sound overly simplified and cheesy but it really does help signal my brain into understanding "Ok, we're awake now. Let's get going."

    Owen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw a video once, that said always make your bed as well as you can. Every day. Make that part of your morning. Even if you don't do anything else that day, you have done one job, and will appreciate it when you go to bed that evening.

    Linda Lee
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about a crunchy sleeping bag as a comforter with the scent of campfire, body odor, and beer.

    DippityDooDerp
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine being judged for having one pillow.

    C Cat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've gone months spending all but a few hours a day in my bed. High quality sheets make a huge difference, and I mean natural fibers and plenty of layers.

    Salty Sasquatch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And POLYESTER, yuk! Dang, cotton all the way for me.

    JessG
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    YES!! Why does anyone live like this?!?! I had a female roommate that did this, just horrible

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    #35

    Well if there's NOTHING in the house except a blow up mattress in the living room, I would nope the f**k out and I did.

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    Nitka Tsar
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband had only a mattress when I was the first time at his place. He had a completely furnished flat shortly after. First impressions can be misleading.

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This depends on how long they've been there.

    #36

    I once went home with a guy and there were dozens of condoms on the coffee table.

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    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, at least he showed you his intentions immediately and HAD condoms.

    Michael Largey
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fella, that isn't the "Choice" option that women are asking for.

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    #37

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Using a daily calendar of naked girls as toilet paper. Edit- the calendar in question looked like this but with naked chicks. http://imgur.com/loe1ayk

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    Helen Bennett
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gross, way disrespectful. (And also ineffective, I'm guessing.)

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, that's a great way to fûck up the plumbing...

    nooneimportant
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    nothing cleans better then glossy paper

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    #38

    Probably all the KY Jelly bottles that my former guy friend had strewn around his apartment. One in the kitchen, one in the living room, one in the bathroom.... I lost count. That night he confessed he had feelings for me, but I didn't feel the same way. Things got pretty awkward and I haven't talked to him since.

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    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like he's got issues with yanking the crank a bit much. I hope you were honest with him and told him specifically what was the put off. Some guys (and gals) don't understand.

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You know that you can use KY jelly for other things right?

    Ace
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the kitchen, the living room?

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    #39

    "Tools! Tools! Duct tape, zip ties and gloves! I have to have my tools!" "Why do you have a bunch of, like, weird tools in a hidden compartment in your car?"" "It's fetish- it's fetish s**t! I-I-I like to bind, I like to be bound!"

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    JoJo Anisko
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the interest is shared, none of my business. But it absolutely MUST BE consensual.

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Paraphilias are ok as long as there's consent. This involves more than leaving things out to guage a response AFTER meeting. Find people who like what you like. And keeping things like this in your vehicle? No, no, no, noooooo, nope.

    Matt Campbell
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ted......Ted Bundy?....... Is that You?!

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    #40

    Photo frames on the wall that still have the sample photos in them. I think that women's gym shooter did that. Edited to add: Thanks for all the replies! In a room full of other things, I can see how it wouldn't be a bad thing at all, especially if the stock photo happens to be a nice scene. But in an empty place devoid of life (because the owner wants it that way and not because they just moved in and don't have a budget for decor) and there's that one sad framed stock photo picture on the wall, that's so disturbing to me. When the news stories detailed what the gym shooter's place looked like, I couldn't help but shudder.

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    Ninette T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *puts away her frames that don't even have a stock-photo* FYI, they're standing on a shelf because I couldn't find fun foto's to put in there yet. One's got a Doctor Who quote though ^^

    AJay
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Upvote for Doctor Who. What quote?

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    robman1ok1 Hernandez
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No... keeping even one frame with a stock photo is weird... can't afford decor...then don't buy anything. It's better to look broke than creepy.

    #41

    His pet rat free to roam the dining table. I'm fine with rodents, but not where you make food. The 3 other rats in the freezer, waiting for the fourth and lone survivor to kick it so they could all be cremated together, was a line well crossed however.

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    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah, he just loved his rat buddies. Frankly, he was probably glad you left, too. Having said that, remember fellow rodent buds, rats are predominantly incontinent and pee basically all the time to find their way around by smell. Put little diapers on them or be prepared to clean all the surfaces you let them on. This really should go for ALL pets though. Honestly though, it just sounds like the OP has an issue with rodents as pets, which is a shame because rats can actually be pretty affectionate. They live terribly short lives though.

    Lawrencium
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Secretly he was really hoping the last rat would start making food for him like Remmy.

    Jeanie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So... it kind of depends on how clean the house/rat/person is. If they regularly clean their rat, then it'd be more sanitary than my cat who jumps up on the tables/counters regularly. However I wipe down all the surfaces before cooking, even if I know my cats haven't been in there. I love my little heathens, but they are dirty lol. As far as the freezer thing, I've been around snakes... and unless you feed them live critters, they get thawed critters... probably would also be a lot cheaper to cremate them together than separately (even though it's unlikely that your cremated animal is alone. They do pet cremation in batches. Not that it's a bad thing)

    Wolfwarlord01
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NO. NO, NO. That shows a complete lack of care or understanding for the rats. Rats are social animals, they need other rats for their mental health. Same with a lot of rodents(Guinea pigs and ferrets come to mind immediately) if you are not willing to keep multiple rats and make sure you always have at least 2 you should not get rats or any other social animal. That would be my red flag, not properly caring for the animals you adopt.l, whether that be because you know how to care for them but don't, or if you chose not to do your research before getting the animal

    El Dee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jeez, the state of the place wasn't even survivable to rats??

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love animals, but not where there is food being prepared or eaten. Keeping pets bodies in the freezer ready for cremation isn’t that odd is it?

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    #42

    Not a girl but one thing my grandpa told me was to always have a lidded trashcan in the bathroom. I’m surprised I haven’t seen this on here so far.

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    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL, I said this above. We have lidded cans in our bathrooms because bathroom trash can be gross.

    Šimon Špaček
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would a guy need a trashcan in bathroom? All I need a trashcan for (in bathroom) is q-tips and paper I use to clean my blade when I shave (because putting hair in drain is just stupid, it is me who has to clean it when it clogs). So, how much trash we have there per week? Two q-tips and three to five pieces of paper, about half the size of napkin. That doesn't need special trashcan, I can take those and drop them in trash in kitchen. Maybe I'm the weird one, but I always wonder what other guys put in trashcan in bathroom, because sometimes I hear something like "you cannot put used pads in trashcan in bathroom, my son could see it". How often guys use those? I don't use it and I'm over 30 with family.

    Lisa H
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've taken it a step further and also have a small bin for recycling in my bathroom. I don't always feel like walking all the way downstairs and into the garage to throw away a toilet paper roll.

    #43

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) Stayed overnight at a guys house once and brought my toothbrush to brush my teeth in the morning. He had no toothpaste and only mouthwash and used that to brush his teeth. Most bizarre thing I’d ever seen and he had great teeth!

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    Sofia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    studies shows that more important than the toothpaste is brushing itself...

    Marleina Hershberg
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Brushing alone isn't enough...does he floss?? It really makes a difference!!

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    Michelle Carlson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "he had great teeth!" for now. Give it time

    Elisha
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm no dentist but I pretty sure that stuff can kill u if u swallow it

    #44

    The Communist Manifesto. Comrade. Edit: I’m not making a political statement. Communism. Red flags.

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    Kitti B.
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So person can't own The Communist Manifesto? That doesn't mean he is a communist. It's been publicated sereval times as a piece of history. So nobody ever can read it and own it? It's not about hate at all. It's pretty harmless and was pretty harmless back it the day. It was just taken out of its original context by some really awful people.

    El Dee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, this was a joke post. Communism is represented by a red flag, post is about 'red flags' Geddit??

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    Jonny Man
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I.. think this person was making a joke. Communism having red flags, lol, made me chuckle a bit when I got it like 30 seconds later. That said, yes, a person being a believing communist when their ideology (which is often like a s****y religion in its dogmatism) has been used to kill millions and abuse millions more, and is still a major force for evil in the world yeah - that's a red flag and no joke about it. Avoid like the plague, because even the "harmless" ones are annoying, immature, "real communism has never been tried right" types.

    Jeanie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah...but technically communism isn't any worse than the "capitalism" we live in today. Both follow the same flow of keeping the poor poorer while ensuring the rich get richer and killing everyone who disagrees and starting wars to make money/"cull the herd"

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    Melody
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How is this a problem? Owning it doesn't make you a communist. My grandma has a copy. She's not a communist. It's not like it's hateful or something. Someone can think that communism is interesting and worth reading about without actually supporting it. Edit: Sorry. I'm an idiot.

    Ace
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Err, it's a joke. Red flags.

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    T.
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd have more problems with finding a copy of "Mein Kampf"...

    sofacushionfort
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Damn Commie Incels. “From each according to her ability, to each according to his needs. And baby, you know what I need!”

    Eva Kašu
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Man, being a communist is a huge red flag!

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    #45

    Any odor of garbage. A messy bathroom lacking common hygiene products. Too many “collectibles”

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    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Collectibles" ...I'm side eyeing you, here. The quotes make me believe you think something isn't a collectible when it very likely is, it's just not to your liking.

    R Dennis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And who decides what is too many? The person who doesn't like them? Full disclosure, I have a huge hockey collection and a 30-something collection of sake sets (all in storage). If I had room, I would proudly have them out where I could enjoy them!

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    nooneimportant
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    how is "collecting" 45 red lip glosses any different then collectibles that genuinely make the person happy

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You lost me at #3. You don't need to poo poo on someone else's brain candy just because it's not your thing. I'm more worried about how well kept the collectibles are.

    Donna Peluda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What hygiene products? I have shampoo, conditioner, shower gel in the bath. Hand soap and mechanics soap, toothpaste, desodorant and some eau de Cologne in the sink cabinet. It looks pretty bare.

    Jessica Bertram
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    those are all common hygiene products! you're good 👍. i think op meant toilet paper, soap, hand towels, evidence of teeth hygiene, evience of body hygiene...

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    #46

    Asked wife this question. Without hesitation she said “superhero bed sheets.”

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    Sarah Kathrin Matsoukis
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...my bf marvel pajamas are sexy, fight me

    GenericPanda09
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No way am I risking having a fight with the g/f of a possible superhero.

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    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love colorful bed sheets. My husband has robots on his and I currently have pirate ships and sea critters!

    #47

    Note: Not a woman. Can still give advice. 1: Dude clearly has physical space at a premium yet rooms are clearly not put together and he moved in a year ago. Your living space doesn't need to look like an Ikea show room but there's a point where it's obvious you expect someone else to do it for you and you just haven't gotten around to guilting mommy and daddy into it yet. 2: More than a quarter of your dishes are dirty and either in the sink or stuffed into your dish washer. Dish washers don't work properly when they're stuffed to the brim- something you'd know if you ever *used* it- a sink that is full with more than just two or three dirty dishes- I mean, I immediately clean pots and pans either after the meal or depending on it, after I'm done cooking- like you don't get where they're coming from. 3: Stank, or interchangeably an incredibly strong air freshener scent. The air freshener thing is an auto-break for me because it actually gives me migraines, but people tend to forget that houses are supposed to be *opened up* during the warmer season. And the only reason your home smells- thus justifying air fresheners- is because you don't. clean. up. after. yourself. Week old dirty laundry and a trash can that needed to be taken out a week ago will do that. 4: Carpets that needed to be vacuumed / floors that clearly need sweeping. If it's been a month the answer is always, 'yes.' Put some headphones on, it takes 30 minutes to an hour, tops. Your standard issue bachelor pad is *not* that big. 5: Bed sheets, towels, ect, that have man funk or musk or a moldy smell to them. If it's been two weeks the answer is always, 'yes, it needs to be washed.' 6: If you got a large preponderance of hobbies, you had better be ready to share one with her. If you are nerd supreme, Magic player, you'd better be dating a fellow enthusiast or have a damn good marketing pitch to give to the laywoman. Because she ain't interested in you if 9/10ths of your free time is a hobby you refuse to share. There's nothing *for her* there. 7: Too much of the sexy things. Art work, *cough* toys, apparel, that kind of thing. While it does drift into point 6, this is the kind of thing you're either up front about- there's a kind of person you pick up at the dungeon or munches- or the kind of thing you build up to. If you date a professional artist, they do legitimately need reference material sometimes. Especially if they just got asked to do the cover art for an issue of Heavy Metal and the most exposure they've had to music is Beethoven. You **can** have these things but have the self awareness to box it up if you're not dating as mutual enthusiasts. Especially if you're not trying to explain / show it to them. In some respects this actually works to your favor- there's no easier way to litmus test a date than to try and explain a hobby or kink to them. If she digs poetry you don't need to know Charles Baudelaire but you'd better be willing to learn. If you're dating a goth you may want to dig out your high school Edgar Allen Poe books. 8: Dirty appliances, fixtures, toilets, showers, counters, ect. Again, like you don't know where it's coming from. When there's clearly a urine stain on the back of the toilet seat, urine splatter on the rim of the toilet, the toilet bowl clearly hasn't been cleaned in 6 months because something is *growing* in it and you got flecks of what looks to be s**t on the underside of the seat from the last time your Chipotle went nuclear, and you didn't think to clean *any* of this, you clearly don't want to date someone so much as you want a mom. And you know what? Some people will actually do that. They enjoy the household chores and feeling needed for that. **Some** do. 9: A fridge with more condiments than food. A pantry with more convenience meals like boxed mac and cheese than things like canned crushed tomatoes or beans. A spice rack with black pepper, salt, crushed red pepper and little else. Eating nothing but take out is convenient but it is neither healthy nor thrifty. Cooking for yourself demonstrates a certain level of maturity- god knows you don't go to fast food because you want to eat something you can't make yourself- and home cooked meals are the easiest and cheapest of date nights. Plus, the kind of woman who willingly has going out to restaurants as the cornerstone of your dating life is more likely there for the food than you.

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    Ember
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    1: Can’t say this would bother me much to be fair. 2: We all can’t be bothered to adult at times, this wouldn’t be a deal breaker for me. 3: I think we can all agree that stinky is bad. 4 & 5: Basic hygiene is a must. 6: What’s wrong with having hobbies? It’s healthy to have your own interests and not spend 24/7 with your partner. 7: Too much ‘Sexy Stuff’? Tell me you’re sexually repressed and insecure without telling me you’re sexually repressed and insecure… 8: As long as things are fairly clean, I don’t expect to be able to eat my dinner off the floors. 9: There’s rarely any food in my fridge. Not everyone is a great cook or even bothered about what they eat and when. This doesn’t signal a red flag for me. However, with the list of so called red flags here, I’m not sure anyone could live up to this persons standards.

    Cassi Lyris
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This should really be up much higher. This is all actually solid advice. Seriously though, it looks like a lot of Pandas are taking these things personally for some reason. It's literally "clean up after yourself and find someone into the things you're into. Don't date an overgrown kid who still wants their parents to do things for them." For real, they're not judging you specifically and if you feel like they are you might want to sit back and think for a while why that is. Seems like a few of you are now worried you've been giving off red flags and are now mad at the wrong person about it.

    Helen Bennett
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this. If you imagined each of these as a sliding scale, then looked at them all together and looked at the overall picture, that'd be pretty informative. A little bit of a few of these, not so bad... loads of all of them jammed together, bad.

    R Dennis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    1 and 9 are way too judgemental for me. 1) I am not into having a ton of furniture and knickknacks - everywhere. Who wants the extra hassle of cleaning space they don't use? 9) I have a full fridge, extra freezer - also full, and a spice cabinet... but not everyone has the means or knowledge to cook scratch meals and condiments are great shortcuts... and if free meals at restaurants is her cornerstone, that's where I'd leave her. (Easy for me to say though. I have been with my wife since I was 19 and married over 20 years.)

    Donna Peluda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I plan my weeks food so I use the dishwasher once a week with the occasional rinse. So by Friday I sometimes have most of the plates, knives & forks in the dishwasher. Some plates are in the fridge with pre cook meals ready to warmed in the microwave.

    C Cat
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That, plus I don't feel the need to own/store an entire set of full service dishes for just one adult

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    Jeanie
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Man, this should be higher up, but I think a lot of people are either reading too far into it or not far enough. So I'll try to help break it down: 1: he's saying that if the guy has a lot of empty rooms with either junk furniture or not put together furniture, and stuff just thrown around without being tidy (doesn't have to be perfectly clean, but shouldn't be clearly dirty)(piles of laundry in like a separate bedroom.. I HATE doing laundry, but I cringe at huge laundry piles in "empty rooms"). 2: I hate doing dishes lol, but I hate seeing them too. I'm complicated. However, I feel 2 and 9 should be kind of coupled, because if you are basically only eating fast food, why is every single dish in your house dirty?! When I'm in a depressive state (or slump) I will not adult well for weeks at a time, but I will wash at least some dishes every few days. Granted, I don't have a working dishwasher and would be stupid annoyed to see one stuffed to the gills with dirty dishes.

    Jeanie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol, had to keep going. Also, men, if you aren't planning to help cook, then learn how to wash dishes properly. I promise, even if your future spouse appears to enjoy doing all the work, they will deeply appreciate you helping with dishes/cleaning/learning to cook. It's a great way to connect. 3: yep. Stank bad. 4: Vacuuming is tricky, because the guy might actually vacuum but if the vacuum is c**p, it may not look like he did. Although I do agree that effort should be made. It doesn't have to be perfect, just needs to be done. 5: DO YOUR LAUNDRY REGULARLY (did I sum it up okay? 😏) 6: so I agree and disagree with this one. It's good to have separate hobbies. It's good to have shared hobbies. I feel that what he was trying to say is to make sure are share with her the hobby you spend the most time on. So like magic tournaments used to happen weekly, but players would get together between to play each other. Or like DND nights could be once or twice a week, but...

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    DippityDooDerp
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't trust anyone who considers Mac and cheese a red flag, regardless of how it's made.

    C Cat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're describing depression. Or chronic illness. I see a lot about the current state of my home here. Although, I'm not dating, and I would definitely be embarrassed to bring a date to my house. But OP makes their disgust obvious, as in, anyone who lives like any of these points is a bad person.

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    Wolfwarlord01
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As someone dating a pagan goth, we bonded over playing tabletop/video games and watching anime. Out of the two of us she is the one with the sexy statues, the bigger the boobs the better. Moral being you don't have to share interest in all of your partners hobbies, you just need to have enough common ground to have fun together. In fact trying to share in/learn about every one of your partners hobbies/passions isn't always a good thing. I can't even tell you which pagan faith she follows, just that it involves altars and burning some plants and she would like to keep it that way. We have been together for about 9 years.

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    #48

    an existing girlfriend Edit: I'm not a girl leave me alone

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    Clown fish
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol I'm not a girl leave me alone oh my someone got hit on

    #49

    Actual things I've observed in homes of single men: - *Star Trek* shrine (2 instances, 1 of which also featured uniforms) - lawn chairs and inflatable furniture in the living room of a guy who drove a Mitsubishi 3000GT (this was in the late '90s, so it was a current car) - a separate bedroom for the pet snakes (the 7' boa was nice, but when there is also a 7' yellow anaconda that requires PPE to be handled...) - his "apartment" is actually his mom's garage - *everything* had NASCAR logos on it

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    Ninette T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agree with the lawn chair and inflatable furniture, the car probably will get more love than you will. Nascar logos on everything.. a bit too much for me honestly. If the apartment in the garage is a decent living space and gives you privacy, it can be a nice way to save up. Who doesn't like Star Trek? And danger noodles like that I'd rather have in a separate room, that's actually a wise thing to do :)

    Meggie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Danger noodles" is going to be my new way of referring to snakes, I love it, thank you! 😂😂

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    SobyKay
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Separate room for pet snakes is not a red flag, its a great use of space and shows responsibility. Good snake daddy, giving them their own room and all! Anacondas are not friendly, so that is a strange pet choice, but other than that, Im all for it!

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’d LOVE a Star Trek shrine and have no problem with snakes as I used to keep them myself. Personally these things would be the very opposite of a red flag to me….lol

    Hyrule26
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay but if i walked into a person's house and they had a STAR TREK shrine with uniforms i would probably propose immediately.

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    #1. Let people like things. Star Trek isn't hurting you. #2. Inflatable furniture was super popular at this time. I had two friends whose living rooms were inflatable and see through stuff for a couple years. #3. The snake room actually sounds pretty cool. #4. Honestly the only real RED FLAG is calling his Mom's garage his apartment. #5. Let people like the things they like. Nascar isn't hurting you.

    R Dennis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you have a problem with a Star Trek shrine, he wouldn't want to date you anyway. If I was his friend, I would discourage the relationship as well...

    Rider
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd drool over the Star Trek shrine. I'd worry about snakes that size with my cats, pass.

    El Dee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think we need to understand that it takes men longer to grow up. Probably an extra 5 - 10 years on average. And then there's those who just don't, kinda 'Failure to Launch' situation..

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    #50

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) My new neighbor's house was a mirror of the one I just bought. So he showed it to me. Everything was extremely clean and neat. His clothes were separated by exactly 2" in his closets, the contents of his cupboards were alphabetized...

    caffeinehuffer , Kamil Kalkan Report

    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    …nothing wrong with a bit of OCD or someone who just likes things in their place.

    Corvus
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This isn't actually OCD. Being orderly/neat is not OCD.

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    R Dennis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am a fan of organization and tidiness. If he isn't collecting his hair or nail clippings, I don't see the issue.

    SobyKay
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is this a red flag? Echoing the Trekkie from the post above, if I walked in and saw this, I would instantly propose!

    Jessica Bertram
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    those backward facing hangers in the stock photo are making me twitch. and i don't have OCD.

    Clown fish
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like heaven. I'm so messy I need someone who is neat. Lol me and my other half are just as bad as each other for mess

    Ewa K
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would love to have such a big closet...

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    #51

    Wasn’t an apartment,he was still living at home and at 23+ but this was what made it wierd. A bunk bed Edit: Just to clarify I didn’t care he still lived at home the issue was the bunk bed - for quote “incase if my brother or I have friends round” he was 23 and his brother was around 25-30 no friends were going to be staying round. It’s also not that they could his family piled “collectibles” aka c**p on top. EDIT no.2: the red flag is the bunk bed If he ain’t 10 he don’t need a bunk bed

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    Ember
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A bed is a bed….not everyone can afford to replace what they already have

    Almarako94
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, but you can saw the legs to make it 2 normal beds

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    Ches Yamada
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was looking at bunk beds when I needed a new one so I could maybe put my stuffed animals on top. ... I'm 46.

    Irrelevant Nonsense
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had a bunk bed my whole life because I shared a room. bunkbeds are great for small rooms and are NOT childish.

    Jessica Bertram
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i mean, Tom Hanks still got Elizabeth Perkins with his manchild apartment and bunk beds. 😉😂

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    #52

    Women Are Sharing The Worst Things They've Seen In Guys' Apartments That Instantly Set Off 'Red Flags' For Them (30 Answers) The best advice I've ever gotten as a single dude in my first apartment was to keep my bathroom nice, and always have fresh towels. Bitches love fresh towels.

    Patrik_Fucking_Elias , Denny Müller Report

    cah
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well you had me until b***h was said! Red flag.

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did y'all seriously down bomb this guy for using a shìtty old meme in his post? Oi vey. Bad taste, sure, but I'm pretty sure he was joking around. At least he keeps his bathroom clean...

    Clown fish
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah this b***h is out of here wow we can have bitches but not B I T C H