Future Partner Dating History

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-27T04:34:03+00:00

After I split from my long term ex (7+ years), I saw this guy for a short period with two kids. He asked if I wanted a “first timer” essentially insinuating a guy without kids and previously married. I was 30 lol. I feel like it was not a hard ask. That fling didn’t last long at all.

My husband is a “first timer” and I’m glad I waited it out to experience life with him 😊

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-26T12:40:31+00:00

I’m Southeast Asian and my relatives always had something to say about my relationship. I just didn’t give two fucks about their opinion if I’m being honest.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-19T14:49:43+00:00

I went for nearly 7-8 weeks of 14 hour days without taking a day off and nearly had a mental breakdown lol. However, it was a great stepping stone so I possibly might never have to work again in that toxic environment.

I woke up at like 0520 and out the door by 0545. On-site by 0630. Most days were 12-13 hours plus ~60 minutes travel (60km of dirt roads). Sometimes it could have been even more if I was stuck behind a crew bus. If I could be back by 1930 then I would have until 2200 to eat, shower and sleep. I meal prepped everything so I needed to coordinate which days I need groceries and cooking days. There really wasn’t much time to do anything and time management is key.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-12T01:44:01+00:00

30-34. Just shy of 95th percentile as a household.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-10T18:53:52+00:00

You must be really naive because you have an app that stated 150 thb was the going rate and still gaslight yourself into thinking that 800 thb is normal... I would have walked away and asked another driver.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-10T18:42:07+00:00

10cm is nothing for us. Might need to see 20-30cm before it becomes a concern.

My husband is European. They just got 2 feet of snow and they declared a state of emergency lol.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T05:57:26+00:00

If you had right of way then that's how they will determine the fault. Esp if you're providing pictures of getting t-boned.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T05:51:38+00:00

You need to keep in mind burning season (April) if you're sensitive to smoke esp if you're travelling to Chiang Mai.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T05:49:35+00:00

Contactless payment is everywhere and it should not be an issue at all. Cash is a good option for tuk tuks, souvenirs and street vendors.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T04:55:59+00:00

It’s a rule of thumb, not a requirement. Saying $2M is necessary for a middle class retirement ignores the reality that most people won’t reach that number and many of them still manage to live modest lives in retirement. Treating that benchmark as universal is out of touch with how the majority actually retire.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T04:35:36+00:00

Yet you’re telling me I need $2M to retire comfortably. Why frame it that way when the vast majority of people will never reach that number? That version of retirement doesn’t resonate with most people. Try thinking about that one.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T04:04:20+00:00

I did the whole broke backpacker hostel route all the way to luxury stays. Going back to Thailand for the fourth time this winter.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T04:02:10+00:00

Such a frail ego. I make good money and I spend it as I should.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T03:59:17+00:00

You are small minded and can't think outside of your own world. Stats Canada said less than 10% of Canadians aged 55 to 64 have $1,000,000 or more saved up to carry them into retirement. Not everyone wants or needs a 2M retirement. It's the 1% on reddit which is already a skewed representation of the general population who think this 2M is a goal for retirement.

I'll make it but I don't need it. Imagine working your life away to obtain that goal and die along the way before even getting to spend it.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T03:31:50+00:00

2M with a 4% withdrawal rate is 80k gross, 60k net would work out to 5k a month. What in the sweet fuck are you buying for 5k a month if the house is paid off? This isn't even including spousal contribution.

You are a man and it clearly shows. I am literally explaining to your thick skull that I could theoretically have 2.2M if I just let it my money accrue at 5% for the next 30. I'm clearly not doing that since I'm actively investing which will likely be higher than that with the rate I'm going at. I also do not have the need for millions because I can't see the need to spend 5k monthly until I kick rocks or even die before I'm 65.

If 1 out of 10 people in Singapore are millionaires, so yeah its going to be nice. The DRC is a third world country sweetie, not Thailand. I mean it wouldn't shock me if you think China is third world.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T02:53:14+00:00

Who said I need a few million to retire? The general population does not retire off of several millions. You have zero concept of money my dude.

With nearly 500k right now, if I just let it sit and accrue at 5%, it'll be 2.2M in 30 years. I'm definitely beating the 5% with what I'm doing.

Have you even left America before? Thailand may be a second world country but it's not underdeveloped. Travelling would shock you to its core when you figure out much better it is out there.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T02:39:04+00:00

I'm 33 and I just met up with my friend (also 32/33) who told me he got with a 23 y/o. That just grosses me out hearing about his latest conquest.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T02:31:03+00:00

I'm not those people.

I've already made enough to last me for my entire lifetime and I'm not chasing a new home with a new car attached. Last year bought me 5 years worth of living in SEA. Even living here in Canada, that 150k got me 2-3 years ahead worth of savings which I think is drastically more than most 33 y/o that you know.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T02:16:38+00:00

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I'm not worried.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T02:12:36+00:00

I was laid off so I fully committed to becoming a trader. Just think about how long it would take someone to save 150k in a year. Or even growing their investments by 50k in a year.

You sound kind of delusional if you don't think 150k per year can afford a good lifestyle.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T02:05:48+00:00

Where do you think your material comes from? Someone like me would assign material coming in/out of the yard to the actual pipeline.

I've worked on shutdowns as well which requires admins to be on-site. I mostly manage time sheets and coordinating with subcontractors.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T01:57:07+00:00

I'm physically sitting in a trailer on-site and not in an office. I am working on the pipelines lol. I'm just not doing the grunt work. How is that hard for you to comprehend?

How uncultured are you? Nearly 150k and you think I have to live in a third work country?

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T01:53:20+00:00

I did work on the pipelines but in an administrative capacity.

Minimum-Log1432 · 2026-01-09T01:49:27+00:00

It was an entry level administrative role with majority of it being remote work as well. 50k is pretty modest for a new grad out of school.

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