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I never used to go around with a water bottle, let alone, grab a cup of coffee

741 replies

LittleBookofCalm · 13/10/2018 12:46

every time I went out.
what is it with people having to be constantly Slurping!

the world cannot cope with all the rubbish this causes.

OP posts:
BumDisease · 15/10/2018 08:39

"Agree with the OP. Slurping non tap water out of plastic bottles and cups in a non-break situation is a bit like tattoos. Yes, they send a message - but it is not the story they are intended to tell"

😂 what the fuck are you talking about? And how can you tell if someone is "slurping" tap water or "non tap water"?

SleepingStandingUp · 15/10/2018 08:43

Slurping non tap water out of plastic bottles and cups in a non-break situation
Well I'm a SAHM so my life is one long break or I never get a bloody break depending on your perspective. Please tell me what time I'm allowed coffee cow I swear I got 2 hours last night. I'd drink tap water out of a glass but I need the caffeine!!

Do I get different levels of judgement depending on my drink? Costa in my reusable Costa mug vs a bottle of diet come cherry perhaps. Iced latte vs Hot latte?

shrunkenhead · 15/10/2018 08:45

Well the tattoo analogy is all v cryptic....are you implying some people are carrying around "non -tap water" and really it's vodka???!!!!! And before anyone suggests I'm implying tattoo bearers are alcoholics I'm Not, I'm just thoroughly perplexed by the analogy! (May have completely missed the point!)

paxillin · 15/10/2018 08:47

There is an element of fashion to the constant hydration. Bit like the "put on a vest" of decades gone. We were going to expire of cold kidneys if we didn't wear one below 30 degrees. Now most people don't bother.

shrunkenhead · 15/10/2018 08:49

Also, all those standing in a long queue to top up their 5L bottles at work are clearly just wasting valuable work time! I doubt I'd put up with that in my business. Just sit back down at your desk and keep an eye on the water machine until it's free!
Basically the total opposite of "pretending to look busy"!

80sMum · 15/10/2018 08:58

OK teacher with water bottle less bad than those out and about, and the kids Must have water bottles, like a dummy!

^Not in our school! Unless there is a letter from the child's GP clearly explaining why it's necessary for the child to have constant access to water, water bottles on desks are forbidden. I think we have had one child in the past 5 years who was permitted a water bottle.

There are drinking fountains around the school. Children can drink during break times - and between lessons if need be.

EmperorTomatoRetchup · 15/10/2018 09:25

Are all the pensioners on the bus slurping water, no, they have managed to live without constant hydration

Not a great example, preventable dehydration is a big problem with older people. My gran has had UTI after UTI and the Doctors urged her to drink more water but she didn't.

CaptSkippy · 15/10/2018 09:25

People can judge me all they like, but if I am thirsty, I am getting a drink.

PhilomenaButterfly · 15/10/2018 10:23

If I've just finished a large caramel latte and don't need a pee, I'll assume I'm a little dehydrated, and drink some water. That's because I'm 51 and have had 4 children, so my pelvic floor is in the region of my knees.

ralfeesmum · 15/10/2018 11:07

It's the current "I-Wanna-Look-Like-A-Celebritee!" culture, methinks.

Veree oversized handbag - check.
IPhone- check.
Designer water bottle/cardboard cup of designer label coffee - check.
Enormous TroutPout - check.
Unbelievably enormous Kim Kardashian arse - check.
Spray-tan (at least 3 layers) - check.

And so on, and on, and on......I blame OK and Hello! magazines.

NewModelArmyMayhem18 · 15/10/2018 11:13

I think it's entirely unnecessary unless one's out for hours and won't have time to stop to rehydrate in a cafe/office or the like. It was never a thing until the mid 90s (think it might have coincided with gym going becoming a big thing).

JacquesHammer · 15/10/2018 11:24

Veree oversized handbag - check.
IPhone- check.
Designer water bottle/cardboard cup of designer label coffee - check.
Enormous TroutPout - check.
Unbelievably enormous Kim Kardashian arse - check.
Spray-tan (at least 3 layers) - check

Oh thank goodness, I have none of those so I'm ok to keep drinking when I'm thirsty? Great.

When will @MNHQ give us an eye roll emoji?

JacquesHammer · 15/10/2018 11:26

Actually, I tell a lie - I do have an iPhone. Maybe I'll have to do a few less sips today, just to atone.

SoyDora · 15/10/2018 11:28

Veree oversized handbag - check.
IPhone- check.
Designer water bottle/cardboard cup of designer label coffee - check.
Enormous TroutPout - check.
Unbelievably enormous Kim Kardashian arse - check.
Spray-tan (at least 3 layers) - check

The only one of those things that I have is a second hand iPhone. Occasionally drink water when out and about though!

Gromance02 · 15/10/2018 11:33

Nowt wrong with having an Iphone. It's the celebrities that always have their phone in their hand. If you are that fucking important, someone else would be fielding your calls for you.

SleepingStandingUp · 15/10/2018 11:48

I think it's entirely unnecessary unless one's out for hours
But what if I get thirsty but dont have time to sit and drink a coffee in a cafe??

DragonNoodleCake · 15/10/2018 12:08

YABU regarding drinks, maybe people like to multi-task or like me stay in bed 5 minutes longer. I leave my house every morning with 3 re-usable cups/bottles.
A closed mug of tea because that's the first thing I need! I drink in the car on my hour commute
A nice coffee in a stay hot cup for when I get to office. To refill after lunch.
A re-fillable bottle of water to sip and re- fill at the water fountain.

YANBU if you are complaining about wasted paper/plastic cups.

Dontalkoverme · 15/10/2018 13:22

Well this thread has taught me that I’m superior, cooler and healthier than most of the posters here by carrying a (reusable) water bottle around with me in the day (though usually in my oversized bag).

But I don’t really care actually, as my self worth is based on more than what I, or others, are eating and drinking through the day. Wink

SleepingStandingUp · 15/10/2018 13:33

I'm better than you. I'm drinking coffee in the pub.

OftenHangry · 15/10/2018 13:35

Veree oversized handbag - check.

I have no idea what veree is, but I have massive handbag. No idea where else could i fit 4 a4 notepads, occasionally a tablet, phone (not an iphone. Something even betterGrin) , pencil case, wallet, lunch and the dreaded water bottle...
Shock And lets not forget my coffee in one hand because I rather have 10 min of extra sleep than sitting home and sipping it.

I had never thought someone would think it's me trying to be like a celeb or cool😂

OftenHangry · 15/10/2018 13:36

@SleepingStandingUp 😂😂😂 You win!
Bow to SleepingStandingUp!

SleepingStandingUp · 15/10/2018 13:39

Bow and kneel at my feet in wonder whilst I eat my quinoa salad that I can pronounce correctly

ohshitonit · 15/10/2018 13:41

Why are people slurping? Do they have some sort of problem? I have never slurped... Why does it matter if elderly people arent drinking water? They don't do a lot of things younger people do, what's your point?

ohshitonit · 15/10/2018 13:47

Veree oversized handbag - check.
IPhone- check.
Designer water bottle/cardboard cup of designer label coffee - check.
Enormous TroutPout - check.
Unbelievably enormous Kim Kardashian arse - check.
Spray-tan (at least 3 layers) - check

3 layers of spray tan? What? You remind me of when my nan used to talk rubbish and say girls were wearing 3 layers of foundation...

SleepingStandingUp · 15/10/2018 13:47

They don't do a lot of things younger people do, what's your point? I hope all the anti-drinkers are only having sex as frequently as their Grandma's too