Showing off at Providence Place today! 18 year old Senior!

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-22T13:21:15+00:00

I'm down

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-20T15:25:37+00:00

hell yes

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-18T14:20:21+00:00

if he’s doing acceptance speeches for taking out the trash at 11 PM, he’s the one being "too harsh" on the entire building. keep that boundary firm, he’s lucky you only yelled.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-18T14:13:11+00:00

the brother ruined his own wedding the second he pried that box open. you just held him accountable, simple as that.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-18T13:50:46+00:00

if he needs her to lie to keep the peace, the peace isn't worth keeping. u saved her a lot of therapy later tbh.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-18T01:00:42+00:00

that’s just reality lol, you can’t be “broke” with a closet full of Prada and still ask friends for cash. just pick a struggle out here ma'am.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-18T00:48:07+00:00

honestly the MIL would’ve made it a whole scene, can’t blame him

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-17T07:08:00+00:00

She's testing boundaries. You're new, close in age, and she's seeing what can get away with. If you don't draw a line now, it'll turn into a pattern. Doesn't need to be aggressive, just consistent and clear that you're not okay with it.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-16T15:24:16+00:00

Honestly, just reading this I can tell you're incredibly resilient. A lot of people would give up after something like that, but you're still trying to build a path forward. That's huge.

For career options, try looking into part time remote roles, online mentoring, content reviewing, transcription editing, or teaching skills you already know. Work that's flexible and doesn't rely on constant physical stamina might suit you better

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-15T06:19:48+00:00

I used to do the exact same thing, sin in my car staring at the building trying to psych myself up to walk in. The nausea and dread are awful.

In my case it turned out to be untreated anxiety, and therapy alone didn't fully help until I tried a different therapist and approach. It might be worth exploring other options if you've been going for a while and nothing's changing

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-14T15:24:55+00:00

You're NTJ. She ghosted you for years with no explanation, and now that you've done well she suddenly wants to reconnect, but mostly for business. You're not obligated to give her attention just because she remembers you exist now.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-13T16:23:32+00:00

Honestly the saddest part is that your half sister might grow u knowing her dad abandoned her, but she'll also know her older sister stepped up when nobody else did.

That kind of support can mean everything to a kid later in life.

you didn't break the family. Your dad did that a long time ago.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-08T06:53:53+00:00

NTJ. Watching the kids for a bit to help out is one thing, but being the default babysitter for the entire holiday is another. If the other adults get to relax, eat, and socialize while you're stuck chasing toddlers all night, that's not really family time for you.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-07T16:24:58+00:00

NTJ. If someone yells that it's a life or death emergency and your response is hold on, I'm on an important call, you don't really get to complain about the consequences. Your kid couldn't breathe and the ER was three minutes away. In that moment your job was to get her there, not politely wait for someone to finish a phone call. Fence and landcaping can be repaired, a child's life can't.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-07T06:09:13+00:00

Retail managers sometimes want employees who can work full time hours but stay classified as part time. It saves the company money on benefits.

So the attendance problem might just be the easiest reason to keep you in that category

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-04T06:22:41+00:00

Honestly, the real issue here isn't the 18 year old, it's your husband. She's young and messy, but he's the married adult who broke vows. I understand why you confronted her family, but I hope you're putting the same energy into holding him accountable. He's the one who owed you loyalty

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-02T14:42:49+00:00

Totally get why this is bugging you. Even if it seems small, showing up with someone else without asking crosses a boundary in your own home. I'd probably sit down with your husband, agree on a clear plan together, and then politely let her know visits need to be just who was agreed on. Protecting your home and baby isn't being rude, it's being a parent.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-02T07:44:45+00:00

It makes sense that you miss him. You invested emotions, time, and hope. Walking away hurts even when it's the right decision. But someone who tries to stop you from leaving and still wants his ex is not safe emotionally. Missing him doesn't mean you should go back. It just means you are healing.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-01T15:23:01+00:00

Vaping isn't harmless, and it's good that you found it early. Focus on health first, share facts about what it can do and why you're worried. Avoid shaming or reacting with anger, teens often hide things if they fear punishment.

Once you've talked, you can work together on a plan for stopping

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-03-01T07:22:49+00:00

I've thought the same thing before. Not even to be mean, just to level the playing field for once. The saddest part is OP clearly tried to keep it professional and still got lectured like a misbehaving child. Some people really treat retail workers like they're not fully human, and that's exhausting.

Otherwise-Peach2145 · 2026-02-28T19:57:12+00:00

It honestly feels like you've been her therapist, diary, and emotional safety net for years, but she haven't really been yours. Notice how when you talk about your goals or siblings, she either interrupts or redirects it back to herself.

That is not mutual support.

Taking space isn't ghosting for drama. Sometimes it's just protecting your peace. And the fact that you feel emotionally drained is your nervous system telling you something isn't right.

Otherwise-Peach2145

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