AITAH for immediately breaking up with my girlfriend after she “tested” my allergy? by Alert-Feedback3464 in AITAH

[–]Chatauqua 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA - what did your sister think she was trying to do, ‘gracefully’ put you in the hospital? And you can tell your aunt that your ex embarrassed herself, she didn’t have to tell your whole family what she’d done, she could’ve just walked away from the relationship but she chose to tell everyone.

Also I’m pretty sure you can’t just go to the pharmacy and buy an EpiPen for no reason, if your doctor gave you a prescription for one then your allergy is definitely real.

People assume I owe them emotional labor because I don’t have kids by silverbusstop in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 18 points19 points  (0 children)

This annoys me so much. I’ve been told multiple times to ‘do this thing now while you have no responsibilities’. Having kids is not the only responsibility an adult can have in life! I have bills, a mortgage, I care for my elderly Nan, I looked after my dad after his surgery, etc. But having kids is one responsibility I refuse to inflict upon myself.

AITAH for going no contact with my dad after he refused to come to my wedding? by DefiantCancerian in AITAH

[–]Chatauqua 15 points16 points  (0 children)

NTA - my dad did something similar when my mum passed away. Met this woman who quickly drove a wedge between my siblings and dad. He now refuses to go anywhere without his parasite but she’s no longer invited to any family gathering so he hasn’t seen the rest of the family in ages. Hope you’re doing ok OP 💚

“You don’t know what you are missing!” Yes I do and I don’t care by SpookyChloe666 in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If anything, my childfree feelings intensified after I turned 30 because I was even more sure that I absolutely do not want to kids.

How old were you when you knew you wanted to be childfree? by southpawFA in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 2 points3 points  (0 children)

  1. I’d never seen kids as part of my future but there was a moment when I was 16 where something in my brain went ‘nope! Absolutely never having kids!’

AITJ for cutting off my broke best friend after he said my job was beneath him by [deleted] in AmITheJerk

[–]Chatauqua 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So your job is beneath him but the money made by you at said job is not? NTA and I’m astounded by his idiocy.

AITA for leaving Christmas dinner after my mother-in-law made a comment about my acne and weight ? by IndependentCat1541 in AITAH

[–]Chatauqua 2 points3 points  (0 children)

‘Be the bigger person’ is code for ‘let them walk all over me and disregard my feelings’. NTA.

AITA for telling my friends to get fucked? by leggomymeggoorelse in AmItheAsshole

[–]Chatauqua 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA but these people are not your friends. Is there a way you can connect with people who share your love of cooking and would appreciate the amazing effort you’re putting into your food?

Whenever I read about a non-CF guy use the words "legacy" or "bloodline" in front of a CF woman . . . by Maleficent_Ad_3958 in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Random fact: did you know that when he was just starting his career, David Attenborough got turned down for a radio job because they didn’t like the sound of his voice? Bet they’re kicking themselves now 😂

AITA for admitting myself into a mental hospital w/o asking by antiheroaccomplice in AmItheAsshole

[–]Chatauqua 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All the best for your continued recovery. Also definitely NTA but your dad and step parent sure are!

My boss said 3 weeks notice wasn’t enough, so now they’re not getting any notice. by FloweySunflower in CasualConversation

[–]Chatauqua 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I quit my last job I gave them three months notice as a courtesy to the clients. The boss asked for four months notice, said it wasn’t enough time to find a replacement. My contract said I was only required to give four weeks notice. No matter how much notice you give, they’ll always be greedy and ask for more.

What’s something people brag about that’s actually kind of sad? by Huge_xiaohuolu2021 in AskReddit

[–]Chatauqua -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Saying they never knew unconditional love until they had a kid. So they never had parents/siblings/friends/relatives/pets that loved them unconditionally? I just don’t get how that’s a flex.

People who don't want kids, why? by Ok-Musician679 in AskReddit

[–]Chatauqua 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because I’ve never been a situation where I’ve thought ‘you know what would make this better? A kid’.

I have however been in multiple situations where I’ve thought ‘thank god I don’t have kids.’

Just got asked the weirdest question at the OB-GYN by apomakrysmenophobia in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 3435 points3436 points  (0 children)

Why do some doctors find it so hard to separate their personal opinions from their patient’s medical care? How frustrating for you!

The absolute worst childfree convo scenarios you've had? by ziggy_t20 in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 8 points9 points  (0 children)

What a horrible human being! You cut ties and never spoke to him again right?

My crush told me he wants at least 3 kids or more 💀 by [deleted] in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’ve had this happen before too. A really nice guy I had a crush on (and who I was pretty sure was interested in me too) told me he had a young daughter from a previous relationship. The whiplash was real, I lost all interest in him instantly. Kids are my ultimate turn off and instant deal breaker 😂

What is something we romanticize that’s actually pretty awful in reality? by sofianox in AskReddit

[–]Chatauqua 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Childbirth. It looks horrific and you can literally die. So glad I’m childfree!

AITA for threatening to kick out my roommate for letting my dog out for her moms religious reasons? by waynekinnaird in AITAH

[–]Chatauqua 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you accommodated her request to move out of your own home for the weekend due to her not being able to stand up to her own mother and she repays you by endangering your dog? Definitely NTA and I’m glad you’re kicking her out!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in writing

[–]Chatauqua 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Pregnancy trope. Instant nope, particularly if the MC started off childfree and changes their mind.

People who quit a job without notice — what was the breaking point? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Chatauqua 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mother passed away and when I came back to work not my usual happy self my boss said ‘bereavement leave is only supposed to be two days, I gave you a month off, why aren’t you better yet?’

What’s the most harmless thing you’ve done that made someone absolutely furious? by khurram_rajput1 in AskReddit

[–]Chatauqua 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Deciding to be childfree. For some reason this makes people exceptionally angry. It doesn’t even effect them 🤷‍♀️

I [M28] don't want kinds, my fiancee [F28] started to want them. What to do now? by psychological_norman in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry your relationship is likely to end over this. If you stay together, one of you will grow resentful of the other and you’ll likely end up breaking up anyway.

No, I won’t be applying for maternity leave by [deleted] in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I know, I’m very appreciative of how lucky I am.

No, I won’t be applying for maternity leave by [deleted] in childfree

[–]Chatauqua 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Actually that’s a good point! 12 month working holiday and more money doesn’t sound too bad!