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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2016 23:16:17 GMT
I thought you'd curl your toes over this. I saw it in a FB group I'm in, and I'm not trying to bust the poster--she has an idea she likes: "Would it be weird to put a floating shelf over the toilet paper holder in the bathroom so I would have a place to set my coffee cup, or the kids could set their toys. It always seems like someone is carting something with them into the bathroom." While I don't get too worked up over bathroom germs, I don't think I want to set my coffee cup right next to the TP. I can understand the problem of needing a safe place to set up cup or bag of food in a public restroom so it doesn't get stolen or disposed of by the cleaning crew. But in your own house? Why not leave the cup on the bedroom dresser or kitchen counter or living room end table? Or, as others have noted they like a cup of something while doing make up... set it on the vanity. Can we not be more than an arm's reach from a drink at all times? |
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Post by MsKnit on May 31, 2016 0:14:13 GMT
Can we not be more than an arm's reach from a drink at all times? Apparently not. |
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Post by AussieMeg on May 31, 2016 0:22:42 GMT
I use pads now (can't use tampons or a cup) and I wrap the used one in toilet paper and put it right into the receptacle. Then put the wrapper and paper from the new one into the receptacle as well. Why did you *need* to wrap the used pad in the new wrapper? Yes agreed, this is the only acceptable way. Lay toilet paper on your lap, wrap used pad in the toilet paper and place immediately in the the receptacle. I am not a germaphobe but you can bet your arse that I will be cringing next time I'm in a public toilet and wondering whether someone has placed a bloody pad somewhere nearby. |
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Post by melanell on May 31, 2016 1:16:48 GMT
As someone with a kid who still needs to be supervised at bath time, my first thought was not at all related to her bringing a coffee cup into the room while she was using it. I could see someone bringing something in while a kid was using it. In that case, while the shelf might have some germs on it, it's not like the open cup would be sitting there collecting new germs while someone used the toilet. Just the bottom of the cup would be touching a germ-covered surface.  |
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2016 1:25:12 GMT
Some public toilets do have a shelf inside above the toilet paper. Back in my maxi pad using days I'd set the used one there while I unwrap the new one because I needed the wraper to put the used one into before putting it in the trash. Once my friend borrowed a clutch purse of mine and when she opened the stall door I noticed she had set my purse on that shelf. I was horrified and promptly threw that purse away. My job has a shelf in the bathroom next to the sinks and front door about 8 feet from the stalls. I notice everyone leaves their stuff there including food and phones. See the bathroom is on the way to the kitchen where I refill my water in a cup that has a lid. At first I was constantly making two separate trips for bathroom and water but now I've finally decided that's ridiculous and combined the two. But I'm still iffy if this really ok to do, bringing my water cup into the bathroom? Using toilet paper to wrap your used pad in never crossed your mind? Unwrapping your new pad first and then taking off your used one never crossed your mind? Good grief..as high maintenance as you are, I'm stunned. |
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Post by padresfan619 on May 31, 2016 1:28:17 GMT
As gross as it is to rest your used pad on the toilet paper dispenser shelf, the instructions on the pad packaging do recommend using the pad wrapper to wrap the used pad inside of it. They even say to remember to save the last wrapper from your period for the beginning of your next one.
And as I say in every bathroom thread, if you are washing your hands once you're out of the stall, you shouldn't have anything to worry about. Wash those hands for 2 minutes and use a paper towel to open the door.
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Post by psiluvu on May 31, 2016 1:31:02 GMT
Some public toilets do have a shelf inside above the toilet paper. Back in my maxi pad using days I'd set the used one there while I unwrap the new one because I needed the wraper to put the used one into before putting it in the trash. Once my friend borrowed a clutch purse of mine and when she opened the stall door I noticed she had set my purse on that shelf. I was horrified and promptly threw that purse away. My job has a shelf in the bathroom next to the sinks and front door about 8 feet from the stalls. I notice everyone leaves their stuff there including food and phones. See the bathroom is on the way to the kitchen where I refill my water in a cup that has a lid. At first I was constantly making two separate trips for bathroom and water but now I've finally decided that's ridiculous and combined the two. But I'm still iffy if this really ok to do, bringing my water cup into the bathroom? That is absolutely utterly disgusting  . Use toilet paper for goodness sakes. With all your supposed pretentiousness I can't believe you would set a bloody rag on a shelf. |
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Post by Country Ham on May 31, 2016 1:34:43 GMT
I knew this lady with severe IBS and she said could easily sit in there for over an hour. She had a dinner tray for her drinks, crochet project and laptop. I am not making this up. I never personally saw it for myself, but I can't imagine her making it up.
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Post by padresfan619 on May 31, 2016 1:36:45 GMT
Some public toilets do have a shelf inside above the toilet paper. Back in my maxi pad using days I'd set the used one there while I unwrap the new one because I needed the wraper to put the used one into before putting it in the trash. Once my friend borrowed a clutch purse of mine and when she opened the stall door I noticed she had set my purse on that shelf. I was horrified and promptly threw that purse away. My job has a shelf in the bathroom next to the sinks and front door about 8 feet from the stalls. I notice everyone leaves their stuff there including food and phones. See the bathroom is on the way to the kitchen where I refill my water in a cup that has a lid. At first I was constantly making two separate trips for bathroom and water but now I've finally decided that's ridiculous and combined the two. But I'm still iffy if this really ok to do, bringing my water cup into the bathroom? That is absolutely utterly disgusting . Use toilet paper for goodness sakes. With all your supposed pretentiousness I can't believe you would leave a bloody rag on a shelf. She doesn't leave it there. She sets it there and then wraps it up and throws it away. It is still gross, but she's not leaving it out in the open for someone else to deal with. |
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Post by katlady on May 31, 2016 1:39:07 GMT
When I used a pad, I would take off the old one and fold it in thirds. Then I would press it against the backside of the new pad (still in the wrapper) and peel open the wrapper on the new pad and wrap the old pad at the same time. Toss. Put on new pad. Never occurred to me to lay the old pad down somewhere.  |
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Post by psiluvu on May 31, 2016 1:39:13 GMT
That is absolutely utterly disgusting . Use toilet paper for goodness sakes. With all your supposed pretentiousness I can't believe you would leave a bloody rag on a shelf. She doesn't leave it there. She sets it there and then wraps it up and throws it away. It is still gross, but she's not leaving it out in the open for someone else to deal with. Your right, I worded it wrong, changed it to set it on teh shelf |
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Post by Zee on May 31, 2016 1:41:36 GMT
Whatever she ultimately does, she's still a MONSTER. I stand by my original decision.
Literally what in the Fuck...might be the most disgusting thing I've ever read here.
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Post by Zee on May 31, 2016 1:43:35 GMT
Though she probably made it up just to start some shit. I swear she lives to drop a juicy deuce and then ignore every comment afterward. Famous for it, actually.
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Post by myshelly on May 31, 2016 1:45:45 GMT
Though she probably made it up just to start some shit. I swear she lives to drop a juicy deuce and then ignore every comment afterward. Famous for it, actually. Exactly. She NEVER comes back to respond to anyone. |
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Post by padresfan619 on May 31, 2016 1:47:24 GMT
Though she probably made it up just to start some shit. I swear she lives to drop a juicy deuce and then ignore every comment afterward. Famous for it, actually. If you want to go by her terminology she "leaves a deposit." I wish I was making that up. |
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2016 1:50:44 GMT
Whatever she ultimately does, she's still a MONSTER. I stand by my original decision. Literally what in the Fuck...might be the most disgusting thing I've ever read here. That is the definition of a MONSTER to you? Well. Ok then. |
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Post by Zee on May 31, 2016 1:55:12 GMT
Whatever she ultimately does, she's still a MONSTER. I stand by my original decision. Literally what in the Fuck...might be the most disgusting thing I've ever read here. That is the definition of a MONSTER to you? Well. Ok then. You actually took that seriously? Ever been on the internet much? Jesus, I guess you're one that needs smilies. |
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Post by padresfan619 on May 31, 2016 1:56:34 GMT
Whatever she ultimately does, she's still a MONSTER. I stand by my original decision. Literally what in the Fuck...might be the most disgusting thing I've ever read here. That is the definition of a MONSTER to you? Well. Ok then. I called myself a monster for peeing in the shower. It's a joke. |
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Post by Katie on May 31, 2016 1:56:44 GMT
"It's only weird if you don't mind drinking feces germs that will spray from the toilet to your cup. I prefer my coffee to be shit-free though." If you have an issue with flying feces i recommend closing your lid when flushing  Although, they say the feces still sprays outward even with the lid closed. I can't quote any sources, but I've heard it more than once. It's the reason I moved our toothbrushes off of the counter (in one of those toothbrush holders) and into a drawer far away from the toilet. I'm not a germophobe but for some reason I felt it necessary to do that. |
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Post by Zee on May 31, 2016 1:57:39 GMT
Though she is really actually kind of a monster for that. Demi-monster.
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2016 2:24:15 GMT
Though she is really actually kind of a monster for that. Demi-monster. With wings. |
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2016 2:28:51 GMT
That is the definition of a MONSTER to you? Well. Ok then. You actually took that seriously? Ever been on the internet much? Jesus, I guess you're one that needs smilies. . Sorry. That sounded true when in my head. I missed your sarcasm. |
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2016 2:31:26 GMT
That is the definition of a MONSTER to you? Well. Ok then. I called myself a monster for peeing in the shower. It's a joke. I get it now. I missed her sarcasm. I'm having a serious thread night I guess.. I will back off. |
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Post by Zee on May 31, 2016 2:35:45 GMT
You actually took that seriously? Ever been on the internet much? Jesus, I guess you're one that needs smilies. . Sorry. That sounded true when in my head. I missed your sarcasm. More like exaggeration than sarcasm, but it's ok |
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Post by pjaye on May 31, 2016 3:10:02 GMT
I've posted on topics like this several times, so to be clear, I do think there are more bacteria in a bathroom than some other areas of the house and I'd prefer not to ingest large amounts of those bacteria on a regular basis. However I don't actually think I'm going to die or even get seriously ill if I do ingest some of them on occasion.
My objection is more around not living like a slob...even if you live alone. Seriously we have houses with rooms designated for certain aspects of daily life, we are no longer cave men living in one room and pooping in the corner, we've evolved enough to have nice houses with spaces that have specific functions...so act like a civilised person and use them!
There's no need to pee in the shower when a toilet is 4 steps away, there's no need to wash your dogs poopy bum in the kitchen sink when you have a perfectly good bathroom or laundry area where food isn't prepared, and there is absolutely no need to be eating or drinking in the bathroom unless you are about to go into a diabetic coma and you need it to save your life in there.
Seriously hold on for 20 minutes and walk 10 meters and drink your coffee in a appropriate room.
Someone already said it - you don't need food or drink an arm's reach away at all times.
I think it's "gross" not because of potential germs, just from a human behaviour perspective. We should be more evolved than animals who will eat and then take a crap in the same spot.
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Post by lbp on May 31, 2016 13:13:09 GMT
Food or beverage do NOT belong in the bathroom!
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Post by Lindarina on May 31, 2016 16:01:41 GMT
If you have an issue with flying feces i recommend closing your lid when flushing Although, they say the feces still sprays outward even with the lid closed. I can't quote any sources, but I've heard it more than once. It's the reason I moved our toothbrushes off of the counter (in one of those toothbrush holders) and into a drawer far away from the toilet. I'm not a germophobe but for some reason I felt it necessary to do that. Didn't Mythbusters test this? I think they placed toothbrushes different places and tested them for butt germs several times. If I remember correctly, even the toothbrushes in the kitchen were covered in Coliform bacteria. |
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Post by miominmio on May 31, 2016 17:23:33 GMT
Food or beverage do NOT belong in the bathroom! Not even champagne while takling a bath?  |
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Post by likescarrots on May 31, 2016 17:27:56 GMT
Some public toilets do have a shelf inside above the toilet paper. Back in my maxi pad using days I'd set the used one there while I unwrap the new one because I needed the wraper to put the used one into before putting it in the trash. Once my friend borrowed a clutch purse of mine and when she opened the stall door I noticed she had set my purse on that shelf. I was horrified and promptly threw that purse away. My job has a shelf in the bathroom next to the sinks and front door about 8 feet from the stalls. I notice everyone leaves their stuff there including food and phones. See the bathroom is on the way to the kitchen where I refill my water in a cup that has a lid. At first I was constantly making two separate trips for bathroom and water but now I've finally decided that's ridiculous and combined the two. But I'm still iffy if this really ok to do, bringing my water cup into the bathroom?  I use pads now (can't use tampons or a cup) and I wrap the used one in toilet paper and put it right into the receptacle. Then put the wrapper and paper from the new one into the receptacle as well. Why did you *need* to wrap the used pad in the new wrapper? The bathrooms at my work do not have trash bins inside the stalls, so you have to take them out to the main trash bin - which means you have to set it somewhere while you finish your business. It's not an issue for me because I don't use pads, but I have seen many a wrapped pad left sitting on that thing, so I don't think it's an uncommon practice. I think it's disgusting as well, and so I never use those little shelves to put my things on, but I can understand why people use it like that (though it's unacceptable to leave a dirty pad sitting on the little shelf! throw it out people!). |
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Post by myshelly on May 31, 2016 20:39:07 GMT
Yep. True to character annabella is here posting on other threads and not responding to anyone in this one. |
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. Use toilet paper for goodness sakes. With all your supposed pretentiousness I can't believe you would set a bloody rag on a shelf.
I use pads now (can't use tampons or a cup) and I wrap the used one in toilet paper and put it right into the receptacle. Then put the wrapper and paper from the new one into the receptacle as well. Why did you *need* to wrap the used pad in the new wrapper?