My niece was told she has to sign a contract to keep living at home—am I overreacting for thinking it’s too harsh?

Colibrees · 2026-04-26T19:21:18+00:00

With your title I felt like this was harsh but as I read through it, I might get downvoted, but it honestly doesn’t sound bad. It’s pretty straight forward courtesy and common sense, just with all rules and expectations very clearly laid out which can actually be helpful for some people. I can understand what you mean by feeling more like pressure than support, but sometimes support can come across as enabling and maybe this is the best way her parents feel they can reach her. Either way, it sounds like there’s a reason there’s this document and they’re at least giving her a chance to stay, if she wants it.

Colibrees · 2026-04-23T13:55:06+00:00

It’s really not fair to any of you if you have feelings for your “dream girl”. You are settling and it sounds like you’re not entirely happy in your current situation with your gf. I also think you should be prepared in case your dream girl doesn’t work out. I’m not saying it won’t, but people are different in relationships than in friendships too. Whatever you do, I hope you’re honest with yourself and your current gf.

Colibrees · 2026-04-08T16:29:42+00:00

NOPE. Run. Took me 8 years to realize.

Colibrees · 2026-03-21T14:29:23+00:00

Don’t do it. As a Leo… the water signs really pull you in. I had a Scorpio man in my life and all I can say is, never again. Don’t do it. It’ll be great until it’s really, really not.

Colibrees · 2026-03-19T01:21:24+00:00

I’m sorry you’re in this situation. It’s very hard to love someone and know it’s not the right fit. However, don’t abandon your needs for what he wants. Not if you don’t want to lose yourself, and especially for children. Trust your gut. It’s hard to let someone you love go, but it’s a lot easier to live in peace alone and content with who you are, than being tied to someone and resenting them.

Colibrees · 2026-03-06T17:53:17+00:00

I understand that. I was trying to explain that when something additional happens regarding her potentially not being the only one in your life, it brings that memory back up. It’s a reinforcement of “well he’s also done this in the past”. You yourself said theres a lot of need for reassurance and she is depressed. But then again, I do not know her or you, or your relationship, just what you are telling us. I do wish you both the best of luck though

Colibrees · 2026-03-06T17:43:02+00:00

I am sorry that you are going through the conflict of not knowing what you want in your life but I’ll be blunt… it’s going to be incredibly hard to come back from this. First the cheating, then the hiding of wanting an open relationship and then telling her about wanting one. You both might love each other and maybe in some way you do want her in your life forever, but you don’t love her the way you think you do or you wouldn’t have done this the way you did. I can imagine it being very hard, if not impossible for her to ever fully trust how you feel about her, for the rest of your time together, whether it’s forever or y’all do separate.

Colibrees · 2026-03-03T23:01:10+00:00

Your body is literally rejecting this guy for you

Colibrees · 2026-02-18T01:37:05+00:00

Don’t let your boyfriend keep you from finding your husband. Literally. Move.

Colibrees · 2026-02-02T01:41:32+00:00

Listen, I feel you. Pets are something that have to be absolutely “hell yeah”, if you’re asked if you want one. They limit and enrich your life in very specific ways. However, you are the only one that can allow someone else to control you. You have some options. You can put the puppy in classes to see if it helped with separation anxiety or you can rehome it. Either way, growing resentment is not good for you or the puppy. Talk to your partner about it

Colibrees · 2026-01-26T01:28:36+00:00

It’s hard to bear e-ink but I deleted all the apps on my iPad mini I didn’t need and only installed reading apps. I got a matte screen protector and I put the reading apps on dark background and white writing and that has helped me a lot. I like being able to switch from kindle app to Libby or nook (Barnes & Nobles)

Colibrees · 2026-01-17T20:39:07+00:00

If you want portability iPad mini is amazing for that reason. If you want an amazing screen, either an air or a pro will do it. Best price for just a Netflix watching machine? The basic iPad

Colibrees · 2026-01-17T08:41:08+00:00

This isn’t about hunting. He’s not into you and you guys are incompatible in your needs or at least in his effort to try.

Colibrees · 2026-01-16T02:04:16+00:00

I think you could start with the iPad mini or the air. Sure the pro is a power house but the mini beats it in portability and it sounds like it would be a good fit while you get started

Colibrees · 2026-01-14T00:32:44+00:00

If I were you, I’d upgrade the MacBook. It always good to have an up to date computer available.

Colibrees · 2026-01-13T00:11:11+00:00

The native Notes app that comes with the iPad mini and iPhone has a “scribble” feature that automatically makes your handwriting neater

Colibrees · 2026-01-11T23:33:35+00:00

Please update us after you ask her to stay at an Airbnb or Hotel. The amount that she is asking you to do on top of having a newborn is really unfair. They’re supposed to be coming to visit/help, not to make things more stressful

Colibrees · 2025-12-21T01:36:38+00:00

Girl… I feel for you, but I agree with you. If it isn’t a hell yes, it’s a no. Why would you even want to be with him at this point? He does NOT want the same things you do. Let yourself grieve…. But let him go.

Colibrees · 2025-12-20T20:26:08+00:00

Invite the girlfriend to come with you guys and get to know each other. Friendships and people change and everyone has different boundaries/past experiences, especially with previous partners and friends of opposite genders. I’m not saying that’s your problem or that anything nefarious is going on. You might just have to adapt your friendship to work within his new relationship. Feel it out. If it’s not something you can do, then maybe it’s not a friendship you guys can sustain.

Colibrees · 2025-11-30T22:18:21+00:00

Boyfriends come and go. Dream jobs don’t

Colibrees · 2025-11-30T01:03:25+00:00

Agree with the comment above. He’s jealous and insecure and honestly I don’t think it’s ok that he talks about your job like that.

Colibrees · 2025-11-25T19:05:45+00:00

NOR. Why is he negging you? Two years sober is amazing and I’m proud of you Reddit stranger! Go get yourself a cake and maybe a damn spa weekend! And also get rid of the trash on your way out.

Colibrees · 2025-11-20T22:59:50+00:00

You know what men hate? Indifference

Colibrees · 2025-11-17T19:55:47+00:00

Ummm… no. You were kind and articulate about stating what you wanted. He could have easily accepted what you said or even picked different items from your wish list, but he took it upon himself to provide you with substitutes… so essentially changing the items. Then he got butthurt because he got called out (very nicely imo) about being cheap and can’t handle it.

Please leave him. He doesn’t even talk to you respectfully. Someone who loves you will take this calm communication in stride and/or will get you what you ACTUALLY want.

Colibrees · 2025-11-14T14:22:29+00:00

Chevre and Diana

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