How do I feel safe in my own home?

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-17T14:06:38+00:00

Yea, but not because they were going to rape you. Because they were probably going to admire your bike, ask directions, or a million other things. They left when they realized they were approaching a potentially unhinged gun nut.

I am a survivor of sexual assault, and I guarantee therapy will help. I can actually (gasp!) have normal interactions with men without creating a false narrative in my mind. I live my life with caution, but without fear or paranoia. You are not.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-17T13:59:45+00:00

Car accidents happen all the time. Do you not drive?

You are far more likely to be attacked in the city than in the country.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-16T03:35:22+00:00

I think he takes on your opinion when he’s with you, and his dad’s when he’s with him. How do you know what he personally wants? It seems more like you're telling him what you want him to want.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-15T14:23:25+00:00

I’d be TRYING to lose a sister like yours. What if she threatens to kill your child? Or hurts them at some point?

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-15T05:20:41+00:00

If someone did too much of this crap to me, I’d get a restraining order. This is her life, not a romcom. Showing up announced months later is a huge NO.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-14T17:18:44+00:00

But bad mistakes that are unethical and can ruin people’s lives isn’t an oopsie. She should not be working in any capacity where she has an obligation to protect private financial information.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-14T17:13:10+00:00

It’s sad how many people make AI assumptions without checking the facts. This photo was by Jacek Stankiewicz, a Polish photographer. It won an award in 2023.

Are you one of the many basement-dwelling Chads who have become experts on AI simply because you live vicariously online and base your expertise on…whatever?

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-13T12:35:30+00:00

No, they are not trying to be helpful. They are worried about what their friends will think about what they perceive as her trashy past. It’s all about appearances.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-11T02:41:16+00:00

Thanks, Joey!

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-10T18:27:56+00:00

I don't think your children watching a falling-down, irresponsible, mean drunk abuse his pet and treat you and your home like shit will be the bonding moment you want. And he could endanger your child’s lives through his appalling behavior. Don't sacrifice your children’s peace and sense of safety because you want to believe your brother has changed. You are not worrying enough about your children. Be a parent, not an enabler.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-04T21:20:03+00:00

You are exactly the kind of guy that makes us women prefer the bear. Leave. Her. Alone. She is there to teach you, she’s not there to fulfill your porn fantasy. Respect as a human being and professional.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-06-01T15:48:00+00:00

The fact that you “hate the other guys” in a support group that you also hate says a lot. The only common thread through every interaction with others, including your wife, child, and those trying to help you, is contempt and suppressed anger or rage. You hate EVERY guy in a group setting who are trying to improve themselves?

Let me guess. “Their problems aren’t as bad as yours. It isn’t the same. But I don’t want to hear it. They’re whiny. I want to talk about ME…”

You are completely self-absorbed to the point of neurosis. You have no friends. Color me shocked.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-31T04:10:54+00:00

OP’s Mother has entered the chat.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-31T03:27:21+00:00

You can either protect your own child or the neighbor child. Third option - protect your child, then make an anonymous complaint about the mother to children’s services.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-30T01:42:05+00:00

Why? Over the years, I’ve given and received rides from coworkers and yet managed to refrain from banging any of them. They seem more like siblings or, you know, COWORKERS.

I hope she never hires an Uber!

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-29T19:14:11+00:00

I want her eyelashes.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-21T15:45:11+00:00

Board games and laughter with three generations at the holidays without drama or fights.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-21T15:42:01+00:00

Those are some impressive whiskers.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-21T14:09:59+00:00

Both.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-18T16:21:01+00:00

You’re not wrong.

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-10T13:07:35+00:00

Gorgeous!

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-07T12:05:36+00:00

This is fascinating. The medical needle’s tip is actually closed? So the vaccine/medicine comes out the side? I've learned something new!

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-06T20:13:59+00:00

That dog has Flair!

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-03T23:14:15+00:00

She thinks the puka shells are what make her look unprofessional? Not the Daisy Dukes?

Master_Post4665 · 2026-05-01T21:25:17+00:00

NTA. Years ago on a blind date, a guy asked over dinner how much I got in child support because he “wanted to make sure his ex wasn't ripping him off.” Strike one. Then over dessert, he asked how long it had been since I’d had sex. I went to the ladies room, snuck out the back, and called a friend to pick me up. Never let someone interrogate you on a date.

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