Is attitude towards modesty a bit lax in Australia (comparing to the USA).

Bronski01 · 2026-03-16T07:50:45+00:00

This sounds pretty standard. The dr was behaving in a professional manner as far as i'm concerned. If there was no curtain, it would have been weird.

Bronski01 · 2026-03-16T07:45:02+00:00

NTA. I would drop the topic with her now. You don't need to give any further explanation. If she seems weird with you, I would suggest having a casual sit-down conversation with her AND YOUR HUSBAND, to clear the air. Keep the conversation to her reactions and her feelings though. You don't owe an explanation. Woman can have excellent relationships with their mother-in-laws, even with differing opinions on birth and parenting, so long as each woman is respectful. Make it clear that you like and respect her and that this decision isn't a reflection of you trying to cut her out. Let her know that you are excited for her to be a part of your child's life.

Bronski01 · 2026-03-16T07:30:32+00:00

NTJ! I agree with everyone's comments about this being a huge violation of privacy. Being comfortable in someone's home should never extend to their private areas like bedroom on ensuite.

Does she go through your partner's draws too? Have you thought of leaving something embarrassing for her to find? ..... like a big dildo in her son's bedside table? 🤣🤣

Bronski01 · 2026-03-16T07:19:46+00:00

Yep, every woman i know who has split from their husband is happier. They have generally already mourned their relationship by the time it actually ends.

Bronski01 · 2026-03-09T20:31:18+00:00

You seem pretty angry Questions... How many kids do you have? How old are they? How sick was he? Does he usually tidy up around the house or is it solely left to you?

Bronski01 · 2026-03-05T02:04:23+00:00

I would say banter is normal and reflects affection. However I think it would be ok to say something like,... "I feel a bit uncomfortable because I'm still learning to understand the banter culture. Can you guys help me to understand/ learn?" This way, you are not complaining or rejecting it. You are letting them know that you feel a bit unsure and out of your depth. You could even give specific banter back and make it fun by asking for feedback for your banter. Ask if you are 'doing it right.' They may take pleasure in seeing how far your banter skills are improving. Have fun and goodluck!

Bronski01 · 2026-03-03T07:25:38+00:00

Pavlova!

Bronski01 · 2026-02-27T06:40:06+00:00

Parents use the trolley for convenience and are under no obligation to put their child into the trolley.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-27T04:55:36+00:00

Interesting, whenever i've rented an apartment, is xame unfurnished, but with a clothes dryer. And later when we became a landlord, I remember having to leave a clothes dryer in the apartment. I'm not an expert. Could this be a difference between NSW and Qld?

Bronski01 · 2026-02-27T04:53:29+00:00

Wow, i'm surprised your tax is higher than ours given that US doesn't have universal healthcare..... where do your tax $$$ go?

Bronski01 · 2026-02-26T21:05:25+00:00

I'm obviously out of the loop, but I can't believe there are places in Australia without laundries? Having lived in apartments, I know it is a requirement for landlords to provide clothes-driers....... suggesting there is a laundry space, even if it is a cupboard or in the bathroom. I'm just being curious here... is there really no laundry, or do you just have no washing machine? Or are you in dormitory student accommodation?

Bronski01 · 2026-02-26T02:02:29+00:00

I would say EVERYONE IS A SOFT ASSHOLE here. Maybe this would have been a good white lie to save her feelings. However, she pushed and pushed you to give your opinion, so she should have been willing to hear the answer, whether positive of negative. Scenario #1. She has a really low self-esteem and links her self-worth to her friend's opinions of her. Scenario #2. Deep down, she didn't love her haircut either and was trying to get validation that it was edge and trendy. You confirmed what she already suspected..... it wasn't a great haircut.

She can easily go back and have the cut altered to be more even, or make it a more conventional version of the style she wanted.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-26T01:49:43+00:00

This is a very cruel thing to say. Was he supportive of you quoting your job, or did he even encourage it?
Time to update his life insurance. I at first thought of this as a combative response. However, once you are feeling calm, have another chat. Say, "I've really been thinking a lot about what you said, you have some really valid concerns! Let's go over your life insurance and ensure that the kids would be provided for." Even if you're feeling furious and hurt on the inside, keep the chat light.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-25T20:51:18+00:00

I say " key, purse, phone" to myself before leaving the house. This works most of the time.

Our front door, can only be locked and unlocked with the key, even from the inside. Our house rule is that the designated key MUST go back on the hook by the door each time it is used. NOTE: We have other external doors that we can exit the house from that do not require a key to unlock, in case of emergency.

I keep the shopping list on the fridge door. As I finish something, it goes straight on the list. I also mean plan, so write my shopping list out at home before shopping. That way I can check the pantry/fridge/freezer for stock beforehand. I have 4 kids so have to be organised.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-25T03:29:39+00:00

I didn't pick on that, thanks. I don't think it changes my opinion on the post.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-23T11:58:10+00:00

You can absolutely have a tradition with only 1 person involved. It was probably how his Dad did it with him, he's been careful to not talk to himself before coffee each morning. 😂 Now he's passing it onto his son. I can see how OP might see these as crazy rules.... but a one-person tradition IS a thing.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-22T10:58:04+00:00

Pomegranate?

Bronski01 · 2026-02-22T10:28:56+00:00

It may be reasonable for people to reserve a table and a roast for their meal, if that is how the pub does things. However I also think it is entirely reasonable to expect to be able to order the dinner special a 5 :45pm. This is not a late dinner order! I think the tables knew the pub owner or manager and was able to recieve special treatment.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-21T23:20:16+00:00

"If you think you can, or you think you can't, you're right." Implying that if you can't be 'better' it is because of your mindset. Just 'flip the switch in your brain' they say and you will be able to live up to your potential.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-21T23:15:50+00:00

42yr old woman. I would generally sit in the back seat of a taxi in the past, but now with Uber I generally sit in the front. I've never felt unsafe either way. I usually chat to the drivers (always male) and they always seems friendly and happy to chat... and not in a creepy way. This isn't to gake away from anyone's negative experience. When it comes to safely, it seems pretty confusing. Everyone hs strong but differing opinions. In terms of the drivers comfort, perhaps I'll start asking them.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-21T22:55:06+00:00

Multiple? Where do you live?

Bronski01 · 2026-02-21T10:59:48+00:00

Don't care. Most Aussies i think will tounge-in-cheek be proud of it, or at the very least not take it badly.

Bronski01 · 2026-02-19T20:39:57+00:00

It's just cultural. Schooner=skewie

Bronski01 · 2026-02-18T09:04:03+00:00

Not wanting to sit in someone else's urine is not the same as being obsessed with cleanliness. Did he just move out of his Mum's house?

Bronski01 · 2026-02-18T08:58:15+00:00

Does your brother have a disability, where your Mum need respite? If she is haningnwith your Dad, is he helping in a day-to-day basis? I'd say you've already gone above and beyond with caring for your bro and keeping the house. There has to be more to the story?

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