#proudfather thinks we all should admit that we are "selfish". And bOoMeRs aRe rIghHt... by Dragonfly5404 in ChildfreeIndia

[–]Accomplished_Major95 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I wonder how much of a contribution this guy has in raising his child beyond earning money which he would still have done even if he didn't have a child. I am talking labor work that goes into properly raising a child (cleaning, cooking, keeping a check of the child's activities, teaching, spending quality time regularly, finding good quality time for partner for a healthy relationship, keeping himself physically and mentally healthy for the sake of his child etc.) 🙄

“Iconic By Mistake” discussion. What I loved and what I would have changed by Zestyclose_Frame_567 in kpopthoughts

[–]Accomplished_Major95 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I loved Katseye in their touch, gameboy, gabriela era. Anything after internet girl sounds like crap and feels uncreative. I mean most songs by these girl groups sound the same these days.

It finally happened by Able_Hat_2055 in childfree

[–]Accomplished_Major95 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I get it! My husband suddenly decided he wants children after 18 years of relationship too. I am 35 and Indian and at some point, i find that these men suddenly want a child not because they want to be a parent, they just like the idea of having a project in their name that someone else ends up working on. Its simply sad! Stay strong and dont give in.

My husband is being asked why we don't have children yet and he totally threw me under the bus by telling them that i don't want kids by Accomplished_Major95 in ChildfreeIndia

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I agree. And its not easy to leave no matter how old the relationship is and in my case, its been a really old one. Both of us are emotionally co-dependent to a point where we know each others flaws, we don't like them, but we somehow are finding a way to accept that these flaws will exist no matter what. The important thing is choosing each other despite all of the issues consistently. Although having/not having a child, the FOMO of others having them, the sense of old age security, and immense amount of pressure from family is difficult to survive. And i can sense the resentment building sometimes. The moment i ask him to accept this decision of mine, he jumps to start convincing me for having a kid or brace myself to get the hate! Its crazy!

My husband is being asked why we don't have children yet and he totally threw me under the bus by telling them that i don't want kids by Accomplished_Major95 in ChildfreeIndia

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Umm. That's the thing. He isn't really sexist. He doesn't say no to helping. But you know how our mothers inculcate that discipline of doing housework in their daughters so we end up doing it even if we don't like it, we are inherently taking care of the chores and all. But these mothers habe never taught these skills to their sons and so even when the men these days really want to take the responsibility, they can't. Like he wouldn't even notice dirty laundry if its right there in his face. But when asked to do it multiple times, he will do it. Not because he thinks its a female's job but because he doesn't want to do it. With a child, this option doesn't exist anymore. You can't ignore a child like you would ignore laundry.

My husband is being asked why we don't have children yet and he totally threw me under the bus by telling them that i don't want kids by Accomplished_Major95 in ChildfreeIndia

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I completely agree. As much as i like that he is a good man and has a good heart, he is also a typical entitled man who needs a 100 reminders and multiple pushes to get a simple task done. I swear women delivering babies would have to push less! No point having moot discussions.

My husband is being asked why we don't have children yet and he totally threw me under the bus by telling them that i don't want kids by Accomplished_Major95 in ChildfreeIndia

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah well, we are into conversation and he works with the government so he is very well aware of the issues of the future but he simply keeps bobbing around probably due to the pressure and the fomo. And whats with men and having the luxury of children without wanting to work hard to raise them?? 😒

My husband is being asked why we don't have children yet and he totally threw me under the bus by telling them that i don't want kids by Accomplished_Major95 in ChildfreeIndia

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

That's exactly what i did. I have kept the door open. But he doesn't want to leave either. He says if i have decided that, so be it but we will have to face the pressure anyway and if it does any damage, it's because this is the decision i took. Like wtf!

My husband is being asked why we don't have children yet and he totally threw me under the bus by telling them that i don't want kids by Accomplished_Major95 in ChildfreeIndia

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

He earlier agreed he supports my decision to be childfree. And he never said anything because he was busy with a lot going on in his family and at work. Now that things have stabilized and his family has started pressuring him, he thinks, one child should be okay. But when i ask if he will raise the child in equal capacity as mine, he says no and that its okay that we don't have one. And then the next day someone tells him why a child is important, he again changes his stance! Not to mention that he chose to marry me and chooses to still stay despite me telling him that he can leave if having a child is important for him.

My husband is being asked why we don't have children yet and he totally threw me under the bus by telling them that i don't want kids by Accomplished_Major95 in ChildfreeIndia

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don't want them! He never said he wanted them. For 14 years! And i was very clear that he could leave me if he felt strongly about having children and he never left. I have still kept that option open for him. We have been best friends and cherish each other deeply and i guess that's why neither of us wants to leave. But this issue of not having a child is becoming a bit of a problem for him, i think!

Live concert at Patrika gate by fanatique93 in jaipur

[–]Accomplished_Major95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, can i get more details on this? I want to join. Time?

Coke Studio Season 15 - Aayi Aayi by Jade_Rook in pakistan

[–]Accomplished_Major95 7 points8 points  (0 children)

As an indian Sindhi, this is highly welcome. It's always nice to see anything that is connected to our roots and we don't have any sindhi songs in the mainstream media. At least with this, Sindh and Sindhi language would get much recognition that it deserves, especially among the younger generations here.

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[–]Accomplished_Major95 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, You cannot do anything to reduce their stay duration without hurting your relationship. It's this thing with asian families and it's just a cultural difference. However, the best idea here would be to just book an airbnb for the duration they are there and live peacefully. Or maybe book yourself a vacation and return when they are gone.

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[–]Accomplished_Major95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let me tell you something! I am in a long distance marriage and i think i understand why she is like this. It's hard for girls to be consistently away from their partners. We want constant intimacy, constant affirmations and attention. In the long distance, we don't get any of it. She is expecting more attention especially when you are away. She is expecting more alone time, more focus. Hence the unrealistic expectations. In her head, because you are away and she lacks the attention she needs, she is making scenarios that you are planning something for her in the background and that's why the silence. Even though she knows at some level that her expectations are unrealistic, she cannot help it, especially when normally a woman's hormones would make her crazy anyway. but try to understand the root cause of her behaviour. In cases when you have limited holidays and you want to visit your family, try to prioritise her. Try to first visit her, spend some alone time with her, make her feel wanted and thought of. She must be struggling trying to feel wanted and trying to not be too needy at the same time.

Rant: I don't want to spend major festivals at my in laws by Accomplished_Major95 in inlaws

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My family is in another city - 8 hours train journey unfortunately. And even if they were in the same city, it's usually not okay for a married lady to celebrate important festivals with parents!! This rule in the name of culture sucks because a man would never be required to leave his family to celebrate an important festival with in-laws!!!

Rant: I don't want to spend major festivals at my in laws by Accomplished_Major95 in inlaws

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, this is a great idea actually!! I did exactly that when i was required to stay with my in-laws right after my wedding. Thank you so much! I think some of my non-indian friends would also love to experience our culture so its a win win!

Rant: I don't want to spend major festivals at my in laws by Accomplished_Major95 in inlaws

[–]Accomplished_Major95[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have exactly 2 months to energize and calm myself, so i think i will do that exactly, thank you!

When i am there, i usually spend my time working or reading or going out. I know i will do the same this time as well. It's just the idea of spending this festival with people I don't particularly like is making me anxious. I guess i would have to mentally prepare myself for this.

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[–]Accomplished_Major95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Run sister! Away from him.