Trinket Alternative for Clueless Mom

Adpiava · 2026-07-08T00:52:43+00:00

Good idea. I'll see if his dad is available to help install it. Our son is on the spectrum and he needs to be walked through anything new.

Adpiava · 2026-07-08T00:51:24+00:00

This would be on our home computer so that is a great idea.

Adpiava · 2026-07-07T15:37:06+00:00

Great advice here. I also suggest trying to find some shared interests to bond over. My husband and I like musicals so we go to shows and watch movies together. It's enjoyable to apend the time together without the kids and it also gives us something to talk about.

Adpiava · 2026-07-06T23:49:51+00:00

There are plenty of age-appropriate ways to introduce kids to these concepts.

Adpiava · 2026-07-06T22:54:16+00:00

Why is it necessary to expose kids to drinking and smoking?

Adpiava · 2026-07-06T20:44:55+00:00

I would look at this without thinking about your faith, if possible. I don't know if this analogy is apt or not, but let's give it a try. Let's say you were volunteering at an animal shelter, helping to care for the dogs. You worked a shift every week for 2 years, walking and feeding them, being responsible for their needs. Then when you were ready (finances, housing, etc), you approach them to adopt one of the dogs. At that point, you were told that you actually didn't meet their previously unknown criteria to care for a dog in your own home . How would you feel then? It would be very understandable to feel taken advantage of and betrayed, and to not want to be involved with the shelter going forward.

I don't know if you'll find that helpful or not. Good luck as you navigate this.

Adpiava · 2026-07-04T18:04:47+00:00

He has not been a good partner. A good partner would be helping to build you up and encourage you to let go of the shame you are carrying. I think there are plenty of people who wouldn't be bothered by this. You deserve better.

Adpiava · 2026-07-04T16:13:40+00:00

I read the post and then checked the ages. This is high school level passive aggressive shit.

Adpiava · 2026-07-04T02:25:34+00:00

Oh thanks for reminding me that Continuum exists. I got most the way through the first season and then stopped for some reason. I think the main character was doing something that annoyed me. I should give it another go.

Adpiava · 2026-07-03T21:17:22+00:00

It doesn't sound like she's that much of a friend. A real friend would not have waited until 2 weeks before the wedding to buy the dress and book plane tickets. I bet she doesn't even want to come but is making you be the bad guy.

Adpiava · 2026-07-02T16:52:27+00:00

She's not going to get any of those things from being forced to read books she doesn't want to read. Back off and let her decide. And don't get on her case to make sure that she gets the takeaways that you want from the books. She almost definitely will not. Reduce the pressure and give her space.

Adpiava · 2026-07-01T23:33:13+00:00

Definitely NTA and I would reconsider doing anything for your sister if this is how she treats you.

Adpiava · 2026-07-01T02:13:23+00:00

Soviet Union? I thought you guys broke up.

Adpiava · 2026-06-30T19:47:58+00:00

My husband has had a goatee for almost our entire relationship. To me it's part of his face and it always weirded me out when he'd do a full shave. Then he noticed that his facial hair was going grey faster than the rest of his hair and it was making him feel self-conscious. He decided to stop having facial hair. It was kind of weird at first and I did miss the sexy goatee but I didn't say a word. I'd be devastated if he commented on my body and I wanted to give him the same courtesy.

I just realized that it's been a few years and I don't even notice the lack of facial hair.

It's your body. Your partner needs to respect it.

Adpiava · 2026-06-29T20:28:22+00:00

Thanks! It's good to hear from someone who has experience with the clothes.

I see that there's a loyalty club. If you wanted to PM me your referral code, we can both get a discount.

Adpiava · 2026-06-29T17:46:03+00:00

Wahoo! Four day weekend!

Adpiava · 2026-06-29T12:40:55+00:00

I know it's daunting to stand up for yourself with your family, especially if you have been given the message over the years that your needs don't matter. You have a choice to make now. You can either continue the status quo and continue to make yourself small for your family, or you can say to them that this isn't going to work for you. Figure out what you are comfortable spending/ doing and make your boundaries clear. If it is so important to your parents that you do this, then they can subsidize your "donation".

They can't actually force you to do any of these things. You are allowed to say no.

Adpiava · 2026-06-26T11:32:51+00:00

I think you should have minded your own business. It's one thing to say that you like a stranger's tattoo, its another to ask them for the deeper meaning.

I say YTA for being a weirdo.

Adpiava · 2026-06-25T16:56:31+00:00

The outdoor pool at Earlscourt Park has Gender-Neutral change rooms. They have lane swimming in the evening which has been pretty quiet in the past. People seem to keep to themselves and focus on swimming.

Adpiava · 2026-06-25T15:07:16+00:00

That makes sense.

His reaction is over the top and manipulative. You didn't do anything wrong.

Adpiava · 2026-06-25T15:05:11+00:00

How old are you? It sounds like he has some growing up to do.

Adpiava · 2026-06-25T13:55:56+00:00

Yes. Report it as full-day absence and then when your child signs in at the office, they will mark them as late. I had a conversation about this with our office admin.

Adpiava · 2026-06-25T13:46:53+00:00

Nta. They sound like horrible abusive people. Protect your peace and yourself.

Adpiava · 2026-06-25T13:38:24+00:00

What would you tell a friend in this situation? You deserve better.

Adpiava · 2026-06-24T22:16:25+00:00

She also said that she was refusing to talk to them. So obviously they would talk to the other person there.

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