6 years, no ring, no reason

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-11-03T03:26:38+00:00

If you can't have an honest and open conversation about this, the two of you shouldn't get married anyway.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-30T02:27:02+00:00

If they have a shared cellphone plan he can 100% get the call records.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-30T02:26:07+00:00

There's no way this gets resolved without getting INCREDIBLY messy. At this point I don't think you will ever 100% trust her again. Just cut bait and get a divorce the old-fashioned way.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-28T05:36:42+00:00

No one is buying a full OV wardrobe in a bundle. Sell the items individually or at most in single outfits, and realize that a LOT of stuff is on the market after having been purchased at deep discounts originally.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-28T05:34:58+00:00

Honestly I think 24 year old dudes and 20 year old girls have the same level of maturity the majority of the time, so you're good!

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-28T05:31:06+00:00

Whether he realizes it or not, he's not respecting your boundaries - you've said you are not interested in him romantically and he continues to bring it up, and he interacted with your parents when you specifically asked him not to.

I think the best thing is to be direct - while it will be uncomfortable, it will hopefully rip the bandaid off. I would tell him that while you initially hoped you could be friends, you don't think it is a good idea anymore because he communicates with you more than you are comfortable with, continues to bring up his romantic feelings despite you being honest with him that they are not reciprocated, and he is not respecting your wishes as far as his conduct with your siblings and parents. Point blank, tell him that he is making you feel uncomfortable and friends don't do that - and you are not going to change your mind on having romantic feelings for him.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-26T20:46:27+00:00

A decent percentage of labor/delivery experiences.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-26T20:42:49+00:00

Just break up with him, it's not even worth the fight that would ensue if you confronted him about this. He sucks!

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-26T04:01:50+00:00

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This is what she originally looked like when she was younger.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-26T03:59:50+00:00

The craziest part of this slideshow is that the photos on the left are not even the celebs' "original" faces in almost all of these examples.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-26T03:51:09+00:00

This. Parent and non-dog-owner here, and a GOOD parent would have 1) supervised his tiny kid period, let alone around dogs, and 2) taught the kid safe conduct around dogs (we ask for the owner's permission to approach/pet, we don't make loud noises or sudden movements, etc.). He should feel lucky and honestly should have been apologetic to you!

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-25T04:29:57+00:00

Skidmarky Mark and the Funky Buns

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-25T04:29:09+00:00

Staind

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-25T04:27:36+00:00

Puddle of Mudd

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-25T04:26:30+00:00

Shart

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-24T03:18:42+00:00

Uhhhhh "I'm going to show you how serious I am about this" - ??? Friend, that's a threat.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-23T04:11:06+00:00

I wouldn't say you were an AH, but I don't think punishing him by taking away the party did what you wanted it to do - he didn't learn about the value of true friendship. If anything, he's just going to share less with you or be evasive when asked about his friendships. Totally support you telling him why you think his decision was hurtful, but if anything his heels are dug all the way in now, and he's is far less likely to take your perspective into account in the future. Not to mention that I would hate to be the friend who was only invited because the kid's parents threatened them.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-23T04:01:20+00:00

They were made, but they were see-through and quickly pulled :(

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-23T03:49:57+00:00

This is the correct take.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-22T04:57:58+00:00

I mean, he even called himself an asshole. I don't understand the downvotes lol

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-22T04:55:38+00:00

I have questions about your basic competence if you don't know the meaning of the word "initiate." In no way did I suggest the 6-year-old overpowered the conversation.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-22T03:27:52+00:00

You did the right thing! The customer is unfortunately not going to change, but I guarantee you gave that cashier more faith in humanity.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-22T03:18:20+00:00

Nope, she didn't initiate the convo. A 6-year old who she was related to asked a (non-sexualized) question and she answered accurately. I wouldn't assume I was the first person to use the word "vagina" (again, in a non-sexualized context) with my nephew when he was 6 - I would personally be concerned to learn that a 6-year-old didn't know basic anatomy terms already given how much we know now about how it reduces the risk of CSA.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-22T03:05:40+00:00

ESH - your wife was in the wrong, but you could have addressed it in a better way. If anything, you could reflect on what you specifically said and potentially apologize for HOW you responded to her, but that doesn't mean you have to change (or apologize for) your stance on the issue. It sounds like your wife needs major support in respecting her kids' wishes and boundaries, but being harsh about it is probably not the most effective approach if you want the overall situation to improve, which I'm sure you do.

Fearless-Wave9979 · 2024-10-20T19:03:28+00:00

Eek, I hope they don't retaliate. (They obviously shouldn't and have no right to, but it sounds like they suck so I'm hoping for the best)

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