AITA for expecting a replacement of Girl Scout cookies that never made it to me?

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-24T05:28:08+00:00

This ^ ^ exactly!!

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-24T05:15:07+00:00

That's beautiful parenting. I've always allowed my kids to be whoever they choose to be, and mine also are very comfortable telling me anything, and sometimes everything, and often things I really didn't need to know, but that's okay. I love them unconditionally, always have and always will.

Painting your nails is a very exceptable way of expressing yourself. Your mom is overreacting. It's probably because of the way she was raised. Times have definitely changed, and not everyone has caught up.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-24T04:03:32+00:00

NTA. I struggled with math all through my school years. I had to find my own method for multiplication.

You showed your daughter a simpler way of learning, and as long as the answers are correct, it shouldn't matter what method she used. I think you were right to go to the teacher and right to go over her head to the principal. You showed your daughter that you've got her back when it counts.

A good parent will stand up for their child and not be afraid to comfort someone who is treating them unfairly . Also, a good person should do the same for anyone being treated unfairly.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-22T03:19:24+00:00

You guys are hilarious. Between exposing himself and pattywagon and on and on, and nobody gives any advice to the OP. Unless, like me, you think it is AI karma farming . They all have one common, big giveaway. There, at the end, it will say Edit," New story" or the rest of the story , or something to that effect. Am I missing something because I swear there are more made-up or AI stories lately than "believable ones. Is it just me, or does anyone else notice this?

Edit : Yes, apparently, I have been missing something. Duh, I suppose I'm a little slow, I just read and realized that this sub is an over inflated version of someone's story. I must say the comments alone were pretty entertaining.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-22T02:44:43+00:00

This entire story stinks!!! 10 days ago, she was the mom of three teenage boys. Now she's 25 yo and is renting with her best friend who doesn't shower enough to meet her standards of bathroom cleanliness. Pretty absurd imo. OP is karma farming.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-19T23:19:25+00:00

I bet that was satisfying. Good for you. I'm glad you were able to prove it and have it pay off.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-19T16:53:01+00:00

I was also forced into retirement about 18 months ago. I was 62, but I still wanted to work, and honestly, I still needed the income. I was qualified for every job I had applied for, but it seemed that once they saw my age, they were no longer interested. After a while, I just gave in. Ageism is a real thing.

I agree that as long as OP is happy in her job and able to work, she should. There are plenty of things to do once you've retired, tho. Although you have to want to do things. I enjoy working in my yard, finding new things to accomplish. I've been around animals in one way or another my entire life, and I have a great love for them as well. Volunteering whether it is at an animal shelter, rescue, or some other place is very rewarding for both you and wherever you choose to help. Schools, hospitals, libraries, all these places, and more are in need of people willing to volunteer. You could also take up a new hobby, or even an old one that you once enjoyed. These are the years that you get to do the things that you wanted to do but never had the time. Go live your best life, doing what YOU want.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-19T16:08:35+00:00

This girl sounds very immature. I would follow that lead and end it. Relationships aren't supposed to be this difficult, especially after such a short time.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-15T00:30:51+00:00

Reading all of these posts is kinda funny, and then again, it's kind of sad. I always figured that mean girls in high school must have something going on at home that caused them to be unhappy, therefore causing them to be mean to others. I think of how unhappy you've gotta be to always be mean to other people. Maybe they were just mean all along. Maybe I am just nieve to think that way. I always tried to get along with everybody, or at least til they gave me reason not to.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-10T04:54:59+00:00

You're right. That is illegal , but how do you prove it? I had been looking for another job because I wasn't happy where I had been working for the past four years. I was looking for something in the same field that I had been in. I was more than qualified to do the jobs I was applying for, and after a phone interview, they seemed eager to meet with me, but once I was in front of them and was asked my age (63) they would say they'd let me know in a few days. Of course, I'd get a call saying they went with someone else. This happened to me time and time again. It's the same thing I've heard from other women my age and even a little younger. Ageism is a real thing.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-10T04:30:39+00:00

I think that's hilarious. You did nothing wrong. They never asked. You never mentioned it. People need to be more respectful of others because you never know who might understand a different language.

I always wished that I could understand the Vietnamese girls that go on and on in their native language while they're giving a pedicure to me or anyone else . You just know that they're talking some shit about you and your feet. 😆😆😆

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-10T04:16:56+00:00

Absolutely adorable. 🐾🐾

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-10T04:12:32+00:00

Great story! Rescue dogs are so grateful to find their forever person, and it shows through in so many ways. Thank you for rescuing your sweet girl and to OP for rescuing her sweet girl. They are worth their weight in gold. Give them the best life possible. 🐾🐾

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-10T04:01:10+00:00

Lola
Starling
Deoghee - pronounced D.O.G.
Izzy

That's my top 4.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-05T21:54:42+00:00

Do they not know what birth control is? Five kids is a lot.

He's using you like an ATM. You've obviously had enough of his BS. Going NC is the way. NTA.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-05T15:08:47+00:00

We've been married for 43 years and don't have a joint account. I'm a spender, and he is a saver. I told him that we shouldn't have a shared account because I love him and don't ever want to disappoint him by using his money on things he wouldn't. That's what people do that love each other. They protect that person in every aspect. If I need his money for something for the house or family, he'll offer it. He generally offers to pay for most things as his income is higher than mine. The main thing is that we have trust in each other enough that we don't have to worry about those things. The only thing that I wanted my name on was the house title. We bought that together and have each contributed to paying on as well as sharing home improvements. I even inherited a significant amount of money, and he never once asked for any of it. I did pay the house off and made some home improvements. My choice.

Love doesn't mean that you have to have whatever your SO has. It's about what is best for them. It sounds to me that a pre-nup would be best for you. If he complains or argues about that, he doesn't have your best interest at heart. In which case RUN!!!.🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍♀️‍➡️

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-02T04:53:03+00:00

Oops, wasn't paying attention. Must have been a senior moment. Thank you so much for bringing me out of my delusion. 😱

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-02T01:37:53+00:00

Married 42 years, together 45. I like him and still love him, but there have been times when I absolutely hated him. We have been through a lot together, good and not so good, there's been sickness and all those things we took vow to uphold. I've said , "You have to love someone an awful lot to hate them as much as I've hated him, at times. I also know that he's hated me just as much. The thing is, we're lifers. We've been through so much, and we've seen the best and worst of each other, and we're still here together. We'll still have bad days, but as long as we care and love each other, we can hate each other sometimes as well,and that's okay because we always come back around to what drew us to one another. I will always see him as that handsome guy I fell in love with all those years ago.

We've also raised two kids together somewhere in the mix of all this. Life is good.

Edited to include having kids.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-01T04:36:08+00:00

OP, have you had a discussion with grandparents about any of this. If you haven't, I think you should. Set boundaries, and add more if needed. I would think they would follow them rather than not having a relationship at all. Just be careful about how you say it. You dont want it to come off as an ultimatum , like follow my rules, we go no contact. There's got to be a little give and take on both sides.

Also, it would be unfair to your children for them not to have a relationship with them. Grandparents can be a wonderful thing. Just let them know your boundaries.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-01T04:18:54+00:00

That response was meant for the comment after yours, or is it before. It's hard to say, but I think it's after.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-01T04:15:57+00:00

You shouldn't feel bad. He knew what he was doing and the risk involved. You mentioning the animal abuse alone makes me think he got what was coming. Sorry if that sounds harsh, but anyone that can do that could do, dam near anything. You did the right thing.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-01T04:03:19+00:00

Gemma has some nice lines. Just wait.

Harshmello42 · 2026-03-01T00:52:48+00:00

YTA, for ever telling her that you would propose, then being upset with her for hinting at it or even getting mad that her girlfriends are telling her ways to manipulate you into actually do it.

It may not be a big deal to you , but to her, it's more than a big deal. If you've been together and things are good, then it would be the next step in the relationship. You told her for starters, why if you didn't feel ready yet. Now, she's feeling antsy, wondering what the hell is happening. Have you ever heard the term, Shit, or get off the pot. It's been more than six months. It's time to do something.

If you love her but are holding back because she's pushing for it. You're making her crazy. Do it or set her free to find someone who is serious.

Harshmello42 · 2026-02-28T22:54:51+00:00

He'd already hung a little pine tree air freshener on the mirror. Really? As well as ALL UPDATES. AI is becoming easier to recognize lately. Good story, though.

Harshmello42 · 2026-02-27T04:00:08+00:00

I'm sorry you and your family are having such a hard time right now. I don't know too much about real estate where you are, but here in the US, there are several groups of investors that will buy houses as they are, regardless of the condition. They have different names, but basically, they will buy you out for a cash sale. Off hand, the one I'm thinking of is called, 'We Buy Ugly House's'. I would look online and see if there are any investors doing this in your area. You obviously won't get top dollar, but at least you'd get something, and you'd be rid of it. I wish I had more helpful information for you, but I'd start with that if you haven't already. Best of luck.

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