i decided not to post it
By hereandthere
@hereandthere (45645)
Philippines
June 8, 2018 6:01am CST
i started typing a topic on notepad, but abandoned it.
i wrote a long private message to a mylotter instead.
it was long because i had to describe the problem and solution.
it's annoying because it seems to happen monthly.
he answered, and i looked up images of the problem part on google.
so what was the topic i was reluctant to post about?
the erratic toilet flush and the tank not filling up.
i guess i was hesitant it might be gross.
but also because i might not really understand the answers/solutions since i'm not mechanically-inclined.
what can you fix around the house?
what topics would you not post about?
15 people like this
18 responses
@prakashj256 (926)
•
8 Jun 18
About family issues, reality needs, times of busy hours,
2 people like this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
9 Jun 18
there are topics about my family and country i avoid talking about
2 people like this
@prakashj256 (926)
•
9 Jun 18
@hereandthere Philippines is a democratic country...why you have fear of speaking about your country. You shouldn't have if there is any truth.
@Letranknight2015 (51938)
• Philippines
9 Jun 18
Maybe you need muriatic acid to cleanse the pipes. Our flush tank had been broken for couple of years now. But my mom just don't like having it fix. In fact I wanted the tank change.
I don't think it's gross. Sad for me because that post off yours could have HELP me with my tank problem
.
But as for the flush tank in my toilet I was able to compromise..Well, just literally adding water just to flush it better.
My problem is that I lack the money to get everything fix.
.
But as for the flush tank in my toilet I was able to compromise..Well, just literally adding water just to flush it better.
My problem is that I lack the money to get everything fix.2 people like this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
9 Jun 18
jj's answer was "Sounds like the floating shut-off valve isn't closing properly. If it keeps running, gently pull up on the float and see if it stops. If it does, you probably need a new part for that."
1 person likes this
@infatuatedbby (94914)
• United States
9 Jun 18
You can post about the toilet, not working properly no problem to me. :) I don't post about religion, politics, history...
1 person likes this
@infatuatedbby (94914)
• United States
9 Jun 18
@hereandthere I don’t like reading them as I don’t follow it anyway :)
1 person likes this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
9 Jun 18
when it comes to religion, politics and history, i'm a silent reader and observer.
2 people like this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
9 Jun 18
and sometimes you're surprised that what's you've always known or common where you are is totally unknown elsewhere
1 person likes this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
10 Jun 18
@JudyEv however, some make you scratch your head. i remember @jolietjake writing about a renter (a young man) who doesn't even know what a plunger is and how to use it on a clogged kitchen sink. correct me if i'm wrong, jj.
1 person likes this
@JudyEv (339583)
• Rockingham, Australia
10 Jun 18
@hereandthere Exactly! This happens to me all the time and I am much more tolerant than I used to be because I have a better understanding of how others can live very differently from how I do.
1 person likes this
@sunrisefan (28524)
• Philippines
8 Jun 18
Is that about the fittings inside the water tank? (as in the flapper or the float?)
1 person likes this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
11 Jun 18
here's what jolietjake said: "Sounds like the floating shut-off valve isn't closing properly. If it keeps running, gently pull up on the float and see if it stops. If it does, you probably need a new part for that."
1 person likes this
@sunrisefan (28524)
• Philippines
11 Jun 18
@hereandthere Yes, I think JJ is right. Raising the float should normally stop the water from running as it closes the inlet valve.If water still continues running after the stop level has been reached, then your flapper is the problem. Sometimes dirt accumulates on the flapper resulting to the passage of water into the tube going into the bowl. Sometimes this could be resolved by just wiping off the accumulated dirt on the falpper and the tube opening or you need to replace the flapper if water continues to pass through after the cleaning.
@renicemae (4883)
• Philippines
8 Jun 18
I see. I think it's okay to post it. It may look gross but you're looking for solutions here so if you did post it, you might find a good answer.
1 person likes this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
9 Jun 18
now that i think about it, i have read posts here that are more gross.
1 person likes this
@GardenGerty (160624)
• United States
10 Jun 18
I refrain from "why someone is bugging me" and I try to limit my "bodily functions" posts. Oh, and I will not tell you about my sister's long history, at least not in detail.
1 person likes this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
11 Jun 18
there are personal topics that i just anonymize. there are bodily functions posts that i skipped immediately. sometimes posts about family help because we realize similarities and get useful advice.
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
11 Jun 18
i told jolietjake in my pm to him that it happens about once a month, then it will work properly again after a few days.
1 person likes this
@moirai (2853)
• Philippines
8 Jun 18
Ahahaha! So... you were going to post about a toilet issue and decided against it, opting to ask a friend in private instead?
Haha. I guess it's a wise decision. 
If you're unsure about how a post is going to be received, perhaps it's better to keep it private. 
I'm not really sure what topics I won't post about. Probably those that are religious or political in nature. Those are always controversial and can result in giving you a headache. 
Then again, there is that saying 'never say never'. Perhaps it is possible to discuss topics of that nature. I'm just not in a hurry to try it now. Hahaha. 
If you're unsure about how a post is going to be received, perhaps it's better to keep it private.
I'm not really sure what topics I won't post about. Probably those that are religious or political in nature. Those are always controversial and can result in giving you a headache.
Then again, there is that saying 'never say never'. Perhaps it is possible to discuss topics of that nature. I'm just not in a hurry to try it now. Hahaha. 1 person likes this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
11 Jun 18
i sent a message to jolietjake instead. then when i checked the responses here, it seems other mylotters have experienced the same and shared their solutions.
1 person likes this
@Marilynda1225 (82714)
• United States
16 Jun 18
This place is a wealth of information. Hope you found a solution to your problem.
I'm fairly handy around the house but when it comes to toilets I have no clue
1 person likes this
@ridingbet (66854)
• Philippines
9 Jun 18
could it be that the message to a fellow mylotter is regarding your problem about computers? i believe this site is great not only for having virtual friends, but also share our knowledge to others.
1 person likes this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
9 Jun 18
no, it was about the toilet flush acting up every month. i decided to message jj instead of posting about it.
but yes, we learn from each other here.
1 person likes this
@hereandthere (45645)
• Philippines
11 Jun 18
i'm not much of a poster, either. yes, it's interesting to see that both genders know how to fix the problem.
1 person likes this
@crossbones27 (49432)
• Mojave, California
8 Jun 18
You one of the few I do envy. How I choose to live. Heard but not seen.
@crossbones27 (49432)
• Mojave, California
8 Jun 18
@hereandthere You can't play a player but no worries we know you good., but shsh. No one saw this one. 
@LadyDuck (471356)
• Switzerland
8 Jun 18
I never post about politics and religion, also sports because I do not like. I think that all the rest can make an interesting discussion. We can learn from the hints the others suggest. I had an erratic toilet flush when we lived in France, I think to remember that I adjusted the "fill valve", there was also a clip that I moved to allow the water to flow inside the tank. If you check online I am sure you can find a YouTube video.
1 person likes this
@sw8sincere (5204)
• Philippines
8 Jun 18
I guess as a woman, I know nothing much about fixing broken stuffs at home but as a person, I know exactly how to help someone fix a broken heart. No, I'm just kidding my friend, I am just trying to cheer you up despite of your problem. Don't take it seriously go ask some help to someone who knew and never tire yourself wondering how to solve the issue.
No, I'm just kidding my friend, I am just trying to cheer you up despite of your problem. Don't take it seriously go ask some help to someone who knew and never tire yourself wondering how to solve the issue.1 person likes this
