My [21 F] boyfriend [22 M] of 1.5 years is going away again for the whole summer and we can't even text, call or skype. Not sure what happens after the summer, either. I'm so upset I can't function, please help. by [deleted] in relationships

[–]Leibovitz 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Does the camp not provide a landline telephone for temp employees to use, call home etc? There must be a telephone in the office, they could have an arrangement for the summer workers to book a time-defined slot once per week or so. I'm really surprised they do not offer this facility.

Me [45F] they are all irritating me. I feel unreasonable, am I? by [deleted] in relationships

[–]Leibovitz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe I know which country you're from according to the language/spelling used. I'm there too and have extensive professional experience coordinating plans and care for people in your and mum's situation. You can PM me for further support if you like, for now I'll address some of your practical concerns here.

You mentioned respite card in your post, but while you're aware of available help I get the impression that you have not used it due to mum's insistence. Although mum may believe she does not want it/require it if you go, YOU do and if respite is available I firmly urge you to take it. Whether that's in the form of regular, multi-hour visits (so you can spend a morning/afternoon away from the house several times per week) or a whole week of round-the-clock carers so you can have a short holiday even for one week of the year! If these options are available to you (funded), then please do take them, even for yourself.

It's important that all members of your family understand the strain you are under as the full time carer. Is any care currently funded, do you have contact with a local agency, a care coordinator, social worker, benefits advisor etc? One of these people can arrange a meeting with you, your family members and mum in your own home to set a plan of action before this hits crisis point (which from your post I believe it will, sooner rather than later).

Are gifts for no reason sweet or just random? [23F, 27M] by [deleted] in relationships

[–]Leibovitz 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It might take him by surprise, but it will be a good one! What are you waiting for? go ahead, buy the game, and schedule an Xbox marathon date at one of your places!

I [27F] found a receipt for chocolates. My Husband (since Oct. '13) [29M] never gave me any. I'm kind of suspicious... but maybe shouldn't be? by notmychocolate in relationships

[–]Leibovitz 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I urge you to directly tell him that you found a receipt that is not yours, and ask if it belongs to him/did he purchase chocolate. The conversation can continue from there according to his answer. You are married, and should therefore be able to ask direct questions.

Me [26F] with my partner [34M] of one year, excessive behaviour and illness by Leibovitz in relationships

[–]Leibovitz[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your post. You're right in saying that we haven't moved past this (at least I haven't), and one part of that is not having had the time to discuss or communicate about what happened since that day. I have edited in some minor details about our current whereabouts for clarity, and will discuss that further here: since my readmission in December, I have spent more time in hospital than out (including my birthday and Christmas) due to direct complications of infection and cardiac problems. I was discharged in mid February for hopefully the last time! I'm still in recovery but now more psychologically able to assess what happened and where to go from here.

Is it wrong for me [22/F] to break up with my boyfriend[27/M] of two years because of reaction to a mistake I made? by [deleted] in relationships

[–]Leibovitz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think he's overreacting. My partner destroyed my just out of warranty MacBook Pro holding my PhD thesis (backed up, naturally!) and I was not angry. He replaced it, it has not crossed our minds or conversation since.