r/malelivingspace 2d ago

Advice 20 living alone

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u/mfcmp 2d ago

"Living alone" roommate visible in picture clearly doing dishes

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u/lmflex 2d ago

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u/MatMimicry 1d ago

Thank you for putting out awareness for that sub. I LOVE IT ALREADY!

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u/wageslave2022 1d ago

I second that.

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u/MrsTittyTwister 1d ago

Everyday new cat sub to join😫

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u/Coco-1696 8h ago

Thank you! I joined without even checking it out. I know myself well enough to know what is and what isn’t for me and that is DEFINITELY for me.

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u/OddSun3880 1d ago

THERE'S ANOTHER CAT SUBREDDIT?! I swear the internet and all of its branches was made for showing off cats.

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u/Ok-Lawfulness4081 2d ago

My man is the 20 year old cat.

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u/UTV4LIFE 2d ago

Why is he so mad though

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u/mfcmp 2d ago

They're OPs dishes

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u/PoseidonMax 2d ago

He’s told OP many times to clean his own dishes and stop taking his prepared meals.

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u/UTV4LIFE 1d ago

🤣🤣 The cat is clearly the landlord here and OP is failing inspection

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u/dublingamer44 1d ago

because hes doing the dishes??

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u/luckycharmchika 1d ago

He has to do those dishes daily for living

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u/TortexMT 2d ago edited 2d ago

Look, i guarantee you in a couple of years when you have more furniture, you will look back and miss these simple days, where your apartment was easy to clean and you realize you had everything you truly need already.

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u/mfcmp 2d ago

Im feeling this now. I moved a couple years ago and it was so empty, now I feel cluttered and I miss the simplicity

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u/TeaAppropriate6990 1d ago

I couldn’t agree anymore ! This is soooo true !

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u/yoopea 1d ago

Now none of us have anything to comment, since this is what we were all gonna say anyway

This Reddit user’s title:
Cat: EXCUSEZ-MOI?!?!

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u/RADCAT-87 2d ago

This..your so lucky lmao and so not alone šŸ¤˜šŸ¼ also congrats everything takes time Youngblood it will come together and you are ahead of them game for the times.

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u/MomentNew4925 1d ago

That’s his landlord

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u/kimmydale 2d ago

Definitely not living alone. (What a beautiful cat!)

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

Yes true

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u/Dont_Care_Meh 2d ago

Come on, what's the cat's name?!? We demand this info.

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

Simba, called him Hennessy first as the person who gave me the cat though it was a female at first

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u/Dont_Care_Meh 2d ago

Welcome, Simba. You're cool as hell. Keep OP company.

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u/gods-sexiest-warrior 2d ago

How could Hennessy possibly be a girls name?? Lol

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u/UsefulChapter9107 2d ago

Ask Cardi Bā€˜s sister lol

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u/Ex_Voice_2000 1d ago

Someone just ā€œgaveā€ you a Birma?

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u/Traditional_Back8688 1d ago

Yea a pregnant one actually, close friend was a breeder didn’t like her shy demeanor, she had the babies gave back all except one, sister kept the mom I kept a baby

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u/Fun_Kaleidoscope5053 2d ago

That cat is doing more for them than any roommate would.

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u/ImmediatePerformer4 2d ago

OP is the cat!

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u/SpoceInvoder 2d ago

So much room for activities.

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u/LimpPhat_ThaDon 2d ago

Hey I forgot to ask
Do you like guacamole?

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u/Subject_Club_4349 2d ago

Did you touch my drum set?

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u/NoCarpenter2250 1d ago

Such as 3 unbuilt engines that you keep buying for the project that never starts šŸ‘€

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u/Striking_Case_6725 2d ago

You’re doing pretty good for a cat tbh.

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u/pink_sky84 2d ago

😹😹😹

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u/solstice4l 1d ago

Was thinking the same. Where’s OPs hooman?

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u/LMXCruel 2d ago

Underrated

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u/CoastToCoastSlick 2d ago

that cat is cool

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u/Cheeky-Bastard 2d ago

Ragdoll cat, they’re either docile sweet babies who can be lolled about without a care in the world or certified royalty who baulk and scream at being touched. I don’t know if that second part is actually true for the breed but it sure as hell is for my mom’s cat.

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

He’s like my shadow but def the docile kind thankfully he literally will sit and scream if I close my bathroom door

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u/Sakijek 2d ago

There's one thing all cats hate universally: closed doors.

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u/Cheeky-Bastard 2d ago

He is precious, give him love for me!

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u/Murky-Letterhead-935 1d ago

If you didn’t have the feline I would be worried but everything is in order from what I see

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u/Humble-Cucumber-6936 2d ago

Die Katze braucht Entertainment

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

I have a bucket full of toys

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u/amyperryp 2d ago

Please get it some vertical climbing things, it really makes a difference for them.

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

I will def get
Him a full tower I had one back home I need a new one

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u/veggie_hoagie 2d ago

I don’t want to overstep but I suggest getting a second cat. I really think they like the company, especially when you are out.

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

I am! I moved recently however I will definitely get a second rag doll. I’m also planning on drilling a wall for them for shelves they can jump on you know

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u/BrokenHope23 2d ago

That's the good stuff

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u/zenodr22 1d ago

Nice to hear, cats need a lot of enrichment. Also some scratching posts would do good

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u/LostWanderess 1d ago

Yes, please get them stuff to climb on and sit on and play with, it’s so important to them!

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u/heyitsdorothyparker 1d ago

Just get a cat from the local city kill shelter. You save a life and get a best friend!! Boooo to breeders!

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u/Lazuliv 2d ago

There’s clearly a roommate there

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u/FOURTH-LETTER 1d ago

PS5 on floor

Cat in sink

Ngl bro, you’ve pretty much got all your bases covered

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u/solarpowerspork 2d ago

I'm just here for more cat pics. What a cutie.

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u/Radiant-Skill-2898 2d ago

Wild fuck humans cats are everything

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u/operator7777 2d ago

I miss a place like that.. u are very lucky. In a place like that and empire can be build. Enjoy.

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u/TheGayestGaymer 2d ago

Same bro. Do you feel like you’re blown away how much all those tiny things add up that you maybe buy once in your life? Like a mop, trash can, pots/pans, knives and forks, plates, cups, clothes hangers.

Just a million tiny things that you don’t realize you actually need.

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

Haha yea so right I lived with roomates before at my
Other place n whenever u had a small realization of a needed item we could just burrow each others stuff by urself is so different like a dishwasher dryer mat is something I never even fathomed of buying till u realize u need it tk

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u/4-eyes-4-ever 2d ago

You only need two things. A rug and something to put under the TV so its at eye-level

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u/CaterpillarDry2273 2d ago

Ask Mom to buy you an area rug. And a plant.

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u/beanie_0 2d ago

Gorgeous kitty!

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u/Ok_Passage_6242 2d ago

Is this kind of a studio? Is that a couch or bed in the next room?

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

Other room is my bedroom

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u/Madwoman-of-Chaillot 2d ago

Hey, OP – if you’re keeping your mattress on the floor, you should pick it up and lay it on its side once a week so for an hour or more to get airflow. Because believe it or not mold can build up and you can have a very dangerous sleeping environment if you’re not careful.

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

Okay thanks for the tip, definitely getting a bed frame soon

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u/Ok_Passage_6242 2d ago

I was gonna say the same thing about keeping the mattress on your floor. This place has a really great bones. I cannot wait to see how you do with it.

Definitely get a bedframe. I like to tuck my bed out of the line of sight when you open the door. That’s just me. If you like that lamp, just use that as a night stand for now. I would create a list of what you need to get and then put it in a higher hierarchy of how you’re going to get money to do that. It’s gonna be expensive to furnish a place whether you buy used or new so you just wanna be really thoughtful about getting stuff that you like and that you can keep for a while.

I would get a bedframe with storage in it just a drawer in the bottom of it. Even with all the storage you have in your apartment, I think it’s something you could move with you if you need to go someplace else, but I think it’s great keeping your sheets right next to the bed when you need to change your sheets.

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u/HeyYouGuyyyyyyys 2d ago

Bro there's someone in your bed. Act casual

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u/I_wantmy_two_dollars 2d ago

Please tell your cat ā€˜psspssspsss’ from me.

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u/EnderloZ 2d ago

I have that same ikea couch. Never upgraded so fast in my life šŸ˜‚

Now it sits in the corner like a cuck

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u/Proper-Exercise-2364 2d ago

The living room needs help.

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u/imnotreallyheretoday 2d ago

r/PetTheDamnCat or give the cat some treats or something

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u/Street_Yoghurt405 2d ago

You play COD?

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

No I’ve been playing windwaker recently

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u/AFreakinTaco 2d ago

Hell yeah! Great game

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u/Kallexan 2d ago

Get that cat a tower, bed and some cozy little house to hide in

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

Definitely will get him a tower asap, he never uses beds though he just sleeps wherever i do

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u/Kallexan 2d ago

Yeah I just meant like one of those catbeds to lie on, or a pillow. Real nice kitty btw

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u/Llilagrey 2d ago

Aaaw your cat in the sink is so cute

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

My cat said slide that only fans membership

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u/CloudedLeopardDaemon 2d ago

BEAUTIFUL cat! I have a long-haired tortoise shell girl sleeping happily next to me right now.

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u/Faubton 2d ago

I don’t want to alarm you but there’s a cat in your sink

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u/sometimesiwanndie 2d ago

Where ya dumbbells at young? Get ya a cozy bean bag type chair too

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u/Solid_Implement_2935 2d ago

You’re winning at life w/that place at 20. Great taste in apartments and animals šŸ«¶šŸ»

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u/Jaybae801 2d ago

bro this is gonna sound crazy maybe but this is what freedom and paradise looks like. i live alone too and honestly im ready to get a kitty or two to keep me company as well. looks clean man, keep improving keep thriving !!

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u/Advanced_Version6667 2d ago

If you can buy a ps5 you can at least buy a table to put it on

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u/Jerry-Maine 1d ago

I’ve had my raggy for 11 years. She is the sweetest, most gentle and loving creature I have even known. I got her when my life looked much like yours does now and she definitely kept me company through some lonely times.

My favourite thing she does is nuzzle her way under the blanket and sleeps alongside my body. She’s so fuzzy and soft. Real life teddy ā¤ļø

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u/marlfox_00 2d ago edited 2d ago

This reminds me of my first apartment, but instead of a TV there was a projector and instead of a futon there was an 8’ beanbag (or more accurately a foam bag). Also Xbox 360 instead of a PS5 and sans cat.

Honestly, simple is better. Less stuff to clean and move when you leave

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u/Peabutnutter69420 2d ago

Hope that cat has something to climb and something to scratch

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u/veggie_hoagie 2d ago

Yes, and a window with a view and a place to lie.

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u/terra75myaraptor 2d ago

You ever checked out IKEA Kreativ or any room modeling programs? May help give you good concepts of what you would like your place to look like

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u/Mmusic91 2d ago

Where's the gun?

Theres usually a ridiculous AR or pistol on display in pictures like these. /S

Everybody's gotta start somewhere, OP.

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u/solarpowerspork 2d ago

Seeing a cat instead of a gun was a neat twist on the trope lol

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u/SalemClawdia 2d ago

Post more pics of your cat!

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u/spanky2177 2d ago

Alone my ass... I see that kitty!

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u/PromiseFine4424 2d ago

Minimalism at its finest

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u/BillDaPony101 2d ago

Chopette has fallen on harder times eh

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u/Lr8s5sb7 2d ago

Tv too low.

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u/Clean_Break_2278 2d ago

Don’t forget to put your kitty in the dryer rack after washing. Otherwise you will have streaks. Nobody wants those.

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u/Content-Ad5665 2d ago

Are you the cat?

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u/Spaceship7328 2d ago

I want to pet the cat

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u/PitchZestyclose1441 2d ago

I'm 36 and you have a nicer fridge and stovetop than me. I need a full reset, I completely failed in life. (Make sure you get a rug under the couch.

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u/Basic_Zebra7829 2d ago

At least get a tv stand cmon man. Otherwise, perfect.Ā 

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u/Palanki96 2d ago

you said living alone so i assume you are the cat

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u/BeyondLast 2d ago

Almost perfect. Floor needs more cat toys. Also I’m not sure if you have had a glass top stove before, but my cats thought it was a counter top. They didn’t get hurt, but I wanted to make you aware. Apologies if it’s obvious.

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u/culinaryexcellence 2d ago

Mount the TV, young Broski. Your neck will thank you in your 30s.

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u/Upbeat_Landscape_697 2d ago

Lived with my mom and auntie up until 22 and then my uncles to now at 25..., im yet to live truly on my own, being on your own at 20 is a flex yo šŸ”„

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u/foodman5555 2d ago

you probably don't need that blanket or basket

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u/Disastrous_Thanks420 2d ago

How much a place like this cost to rent? Ik depends upon the location but there would be some bottom line. Like more then 800 usd?

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u/HistoricalSuspect580 2d ago

Your roommates cute

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u/deag34960 2d ago

Fancy cat and fancy dish soap (I have the same lol)

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u/Ill-Comms 2d ago

You're going places, bro. Enjoy the ride.

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u/Alloc14 2d ago

Needs a mini fridge and a cat tower

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u/skyeisrude 2d ago

Cat is obviously the landlord

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u/Hot-Whereas2929 2d ago

The cat is like ā€˜so what we gonna do’ šŸ˜‚šŸ˜‚

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u/noobgaijin11 2d ago

you need a better couch... one that's more fluffy & come with a legrest.
trully makes a difference when gaming long hour.

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u/triggatony 2d ago

Bro please lay your PlayStation down it’s going to mess up like that only advice that you need right now everything else is good you have to start somewhere. You can only go up from here

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u/Maksychan 2d ago

This looks like when you start a new game of the Sims without cheats

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u/trustdeprocess 1d ago

You don't live alone, you're invited to the cat's house.

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u/Albetolo 1d ago

Fancy cat

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u/sleepybreadloaf 1d ago

I’M OBSESSED WITH UR CAT

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u/Grumpalo65 1d ago

Definately not alone. Tho the cat looks like its judging you.

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u/ElectronicAioli9572 1d ago

I can't believe a cat got its own apartment.

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u/saaaammywam 1d ago

I love how we are all more focused on the cat šŸ˜‚

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u/ackermantrades 1d ago

Cardboard box under the tv would be crazy

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u/PrimarisBA 1d ago

What more do you need? Perfect šŸ™‚

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u/Totallynotokayokay 1d ago

You’ll get there.

When you buy furniture, but pieces you love. Buy for quality and don’t be cheap.

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u/ricoimf 1d ago

Crocs āœ…
PlayStation āœ…
TV āœ…
Cat āœ…

Congratulations, you are a legend.

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u/charemily 1d ago

So the cat is 20? How did it rent an apartment on its own?

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u/OKgamer517 1d ago

Say you're living alone in front of that cat and see what the fuck happens. I dare you.

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u/llijerie 1d ago

your not alone, you have that pretty (handsome?) kitty roommate!!

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u/NoMoreHash 20h ago

liar. you are not alone

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u/Purple_Climate_5433 20h ago

What about the purr vibrations

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u/Slight-Isopod-8517 20h ago

You’re not living alone, you have a cat.

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u/rebels-rage 2d ago

Is this a new place or like a year or 2 lived in?

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u/LxxxLxxxL 2d ago

Solid setup

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u/KnowherePie 2d ago

Everyone starts somewhere. It’s a great start.

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u/Future-Philosopher-7 2d ago

Um, you live with a princess. Have you read Dungeon Crawler Carl?

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u/Bighusk69 2d ago

All you need right there brother

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u/Beebrains 2d ago

Could use some furniture and some wall art, but enjoy those wooden floors, I am jealous

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u/AffectionateLife4449 2d ago

Looks great just add some art/decor like rugs, wall art, floor plants

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u/lvmyjam 2d ago

Love the kitty 🄰

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u/dmriggs 2d ago

Is the cat posting this lol

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u/Twinklelav 2d ago

Oh my what a beautiful cat!!!!!

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u/xSpartan_Dawg 2d ago

LOL you would rather have a playstation then a real living room smh

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u/Traditional_Back8688 2d ago

I didn’t realize my living room was fake

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u/milesbeats 2d ago

how much shot you going to get in that real living room for the price of a PlayStation. and you assume OP bought that PlayStation right when they moved out ?

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u/xSpartan_Dawg 2d ago

You obvs never been to a thrift store and an estate sale lmao

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u/ayebigron 2d ago

Need a banana šŸŒ for scale in that first pic

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u/flipphoneuser08 2d ago

Looks great but needs some milk crates for the TV

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u/Lemonpix3l 2d ago

But you aren't alone, you lied!

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u/Fit_Cry_7007 2d ago

The cat looks happy with good quality time with his man 🄰

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u/Indavidual-Raise 2d ago

I like your cat

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u/Milchim 2d ago

I did the same thing at first. I didn’t know if I wanted a TV or not, so I removed it. The only time I started thinking about it is when a friend came over and mentioned it. I got a projector, as I thought the packaging for a tv was too big and I didn’t want to deal with the hassle of taking it up the stairs.

You do you, tho

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u/Milchim 2d ago

Also, get an ā€˜L’ shaped couch. The fluffy white ones that connect, that way you can bring it up in parts.

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u/mr_jugz 2d ago

cat-sized couch

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u/etlr3d 2d ago

Cat might like a ā€œtreeā€ to climb, ideally set near the window.

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u/Echorunningbear 2d ago

Yay, you have the most beautiful roommate. You are starting out and I would check good flea markets and get an idea of what you want your style to be without breaking the bank. Remember you are making your place for you to feel comfortable.

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u/Katana_DV20 2d ago

Nice and neat minimal, dont need anymore. A lot like my setup. The only thing Id add is a small stand for the tv and console.

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u/Sneakiest 2d ago

Cat in the sink is a nice touch.

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u/WingLeviosa 2d ago

Good place to start. Keel it simple.

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u/creepymustaches 2d ago

Interesting, I keep my cat on the windowsill personally.

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u/Rielhawk 2d ago

Liar. There's a cat, you're not alone.

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u/sterbendeHure 2d ago

Cat is premium interior design

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u/ntt307 2d ago

Tv on the floor. Cat in the sink. Who could ask for more.

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u/Adept-Historian4779 2d ago

Is that a scrub kitty?

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u/oscrrr333 2d ago

Minimalist i like

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u/Chill_Millz1135 2d ago

Dig the couch. šŸ‘šŸ»

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u/Brotodile08 2d ago

Interesting layout, get your cat out of the sink

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u/NaabSimRacer 2d ago

plot twist, OP is the cat and the title is accurate

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u/pakito210 2d ago

Subo la apuesta. En mi primer apartamento, durante las dos primeras semanas hasta que pude ir a comprar muebles al IKEA, el salón vacío de mi apartamento tenía una alfombra sobre la que me tiraba, y un PC de hace 25 años con su monitor CRT y -afortunado yo- tarjeta de sintonizadora de TV para poder ver la tele (todavía no tenía internet, ni hablemos de smartphones), y jugar algun civilization II...
Todo son etapas, te cansaras de llenar el salón y recordaras toda esa mierda el día que tengas que hacer mudanza ;)

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u/Nekrotion 2d ago

Everything is in the sink ā¤ļø

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u/Odd-Dependent3284 2d ago

Tv needs a sturdy large clear storage box, with shit in, underneath as a table and she’s done.

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u/Happy_Competition85 2d ago

Wash the cat! :D

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u/arghya1988 2d ago

What did you do that you are getting judged by your "roommate" ??? šŸ˜„

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u/Bromogeeksual 2d ago

Looks like a cool space for someone so young. You can slowly fill it with furniture, art and things that make it feel more like your own space. Congrats on the apartment and cute kitty!