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  • CaptainPedantictoLemmy ShitpostJust helping out
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    12 days ago

    My uncle wasn’t the admin of his (Windows) computer, but he managed to install a web browser that was basically malware. The damn thing didn’t require any admin permissions to install, and it automatically ran a powershell script to reinstall itself if it was removed. I had to edit the registry to remove it. It’s crazy.



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    25 days ago

    “Mommy, why does that kid have a huge head?” – Me as a toddler pointing to a baby in a grocery store.

    My mom scolded me and left embarrassed. As an adult, she told me that the kid did have an enormous head.













  • Everyone is different. Some people want space, some people need attention. The main thing is to ask them what they need.

    Additionally, making sure they’re eating and drinking (water, not booze) is important too. Cook them a few meals. Remember, you’ll be grieving too, so don’t let helping your partner overwhelm you or override your own needs.

    I’d ask a mutual friend (now) to check on you two, especially on the first day. Being around loved ones can be really helpful.

    When I lost someone close to me, my wife hugged me while I cried. That was the best thing she could do. Being around family or friends also can be a good distraction, so you don’t get totally swallowed up by grief. You have to feel the sad feelings, but don’t let them consume you.

    As for school, I don’t have any experience. I’d suggest maybe studying away from home, so they’re not reminded of the cat.

    Good luck. You sound like a good partner, and a “helper”. From one helper to another: please don’t neglect yourself. Let yourself feel the feelings, bottling them isn’t healthy. Help your partner as best you can, but don’t be afraid to call in outside help.