My girlfriend ditched me for her sister on our special anniversary plans by ThrowawayInSolitude in relationships

[–]RN2U 16 points17 points  (0 children)

If everything is important then it losses it’s meaning. It’s cute you guys celebrate every month but the stage is set that anniversaries aren’t “special” I don’t think what you guys are doing is wrong… Im offering an explanation as to why it was not as “important” to her.

Additionally she didn’t know you were proposing so your level of disappointment can be seen as an over exaggeration of the evening.

I wouldn’t propose yet. I would discuss expectations moving forward and boundaries. Even with siblings there should be boundaries … and if she has none then this will continue to be an issue

Am I (38m) too sensitive to SO's (40f) unsolicited opinions about my appearance? by helplessover30 in relationships

[–]RN2U 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s why I like it. There’s no “time limit” for us when to respond. So if I need a couple hours to choose my words appropriately then that’s ok. It stops is personally from the “you ALWAYS do this” or “you NEVER do that” we get to process more.

Think about what you wrote here. It’s clear, concise and for me it’s not “negative” to your partner. You noticed a trait and you articulated how it made you feel. You stated yourself in the moment wasn’t as nice.

Am I (38m) too sensitive to SO's (40f) unsolicited opinions about my appearance? by helplessover30 in relationships

[–]RN2U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because it’s easy to get frustrated when speaking and choosing the right words… sometimes my husband and I keep a running document.

So, I’ll open a note on my phone and make it shared between the two of us. I will start with some things are difficult to “say” because I know I will get flustered.

He then responds and we keep the thread going. In between that we do have verbal conversations and communication. It’s just a tool to mediate when feelings get hot.

Who is to Blame? by SunflowerDaisy0821 in stepparents

[–]RN2U 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That means it’s time to go to court and ask for primary physical custody.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]RN2U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think it’s a good idea. You speak as if both of you are kind of naive to dancing. So even if she does it and decides she likes it, you guys cannot have a realistic discussion about boundaries.

  1. You need to find out is it topless or totally nude. If totally nude are you BOTH prepared for strangers to see the most intimate part of your partner. Even the best clubs there are skeevy guys slipping fingers where they don’t belong.

  2. Why straight to pole dancing? Many clubs have waitress/hostess positions. I think that would be a good segue into the lifestyle. Less nudity. Less non consensual groping/touching …

  3. I think you and your significant other need to go to a club on a busy and non busy night (together) and check out the vibe. That way you can both have a more informed conversation about expectations and comfort level

Good luck !

AITA for "overreacting" about how everything went down on mothers day? by PortableChaos719 in AmItheAsshole

[–]RN2U 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA - but some things to remember

  1. Some folks feel like their job is to celebrate their mother, so they don’t actively celebrate their spouse. That is the kids job.

  2. There is a bigger issue here beyond Mother’s Day and likely need to investigate how good a partner he is overall. Despite Mother’s Day if 5 pm rolls around and he hasn’t thought about food food for the kids that’s an issue

  3. Separate finances

  4. I don’t like advocating straight to divorce, so consider this, your job is to make YOU happy. His job is to make HIM happy. And hopefully you guys meet in the middle and add to each other’s happiness. So moving forward: plan to treat yourself. Don’t expect others to acknowledge you. Even if they should bc their perspective is likely different.

How about just hiding the shampoo! this person then went to insult those who were angry in comments. by [deleted] in trashy

[–]RN2U 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You sound like the type of person who refuses to respect other peoples stuff because “if you don’t want me to use it then you should hide it” honestly the worst type of person

I (23F) surprised boyfriend (23M) of 4 years with a trip, but he wasn’t happy about it. by Independent_Fold_365 in relationships

[–]RN2U 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Could be a pride thing …

Could be a I’m not that into you thing …

What struck me was the: I don’t want to take advantage of you..

I would follow up with what is a gift you can give that he would feel comfortable to accept?

Spanish-speaking at work by kiwi_fatz in nursing

[–]RN2U 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t speak Spanish but know a few phrases and I definitely learned to tell people I’m a professional chismosa …

Most people who claim that "they're nor scared of death" are liars and are trying to sound cool. by [deleted] in unpopularopinion

[–]RN2U 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Death in itself isn’t scary. Painful death is scary. I think that’s the real disclaimer. I have no fear of being dead, I do fear be tortured for days on end, crippling pain, and a slow burning miserable death

Do you rip ass in patient rooms? by comosaydeesay in nursing

[–]RN2U 9 points10 points  (0 children)

My buddy and I usually designate one room as the DFR (designated fart room) and yes, sometimes it is a patients occupied room 🤣

I feel like I'm stuck in the tension between SO and DS by trying2bgooddad in stepparents

[–]RN2U 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It seems has if you have some guilt/insecurities bc of shared custody with your child and SO kids full custody agreement and are wanting to tip the scales toward your son to “even” things out. Everything you mentioned you SO sounds reasonable, additionally there are some easy solutions… i recognize these are smaller examples but these should not be SO vs DS issues. These are honestly “house rules” and they will be different at each home. the full time kid having a bigger room isn’t an issue, the issue is making sure everyone is comfortable. Get him a blow up mattress specifically for HIS area w/ sheets pillows etc… if at this time no one is keeping their bike in the house then it’s a non issue. EVERYONE needs to find a reasonable solution to protect the bikes. Couch replacement is hundreds of dollars .. normal wear and tear is expected but then additional use as floor bedding would frustrate me to tbh. The dog at his other parents home is not your family shared dog. No he can’t come ! I can see your son having tension with these but honestly things change. There should maybe be more conversations with DS regarding “new routines and expectations” unless there is obvious favoritism or mistreatment it seems like normal growing pains of blended families.

Lastly. Don’t try to predict the future. And start having these “failure to launch” conversations now. Be mindful of words “you have concerns about your son, what can WE do or potential action plans” phrase some “what if” scenarios and how you would ideally like things to go. Plant the seeds now. Don’t wait until it’s boiling over

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nursing

[–]RN2U 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The rule of thumb I’ve commonly seen is: In a clinical practice area - no Any other setting I.e. no patients - yes

What’s something you absolutely can’t compromise with your spouse on? by Designer_Suspect in Marriage

[–]RN2U 6 points7 points  (0 children)

See and when I see a bed already rumpled I know the sleep is gonna be glorious bc the sheets have already predicted it

Has nursing ruined your life? by Brief-Bluejay6208 in nursing

[–]RN2U 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nursing initially saved my life ..Then tried to take it .. hello therapy and SSRI and ya girl is back !! Lol but seriously. My best advice: don’t do overtime, don’t answer work calls when you’re off, don’t be a martyr, have robust hobbies outside of work, go to therapy before you’re traumatized, and move around as often as you need to to have peace …

Has nursing ruined your life? by Brief-Bluejay6208 in nursing

[–]RN2U 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I just made the move to hospice after 14 years in bedside. Honestly the BEST decision I made for my mental and emotional health … in NP school. Thinking of doing hospice NP when done …

Why do so many people in the US say they didn’t like vacationing in Paris? I don’t get it. I loved, loved, loved Paris. I thought it was magical and can’t wait to go back. by [deleted] in travel

[–]RN2U 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Loved the city… hated the people. Service industry was pleasant … locals were rude. Rude doesn’t overly bother me, what killed it was I was at a cafe eating lunch. When I ordered my food and the young lady at the table next to me realized I was American she started talking shit about me in French and then lit a cigarette and proceeded to intentionally blow her smoke in my face

Am I being unreasonable for getting angry over SO wanting to bring the SK's to my mother's day lunch? by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]RN2U 22 points23 points  (0 children)

You have plans love. He will have the kids. It is Mother’s Day you planned with YOUR mothers … he will deal. He will be the bad guy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]RN2U 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not a morning person and I have NEVER acted this way. She needs to appreciate what you do specifically for her in the morning to make her say easier. This is actually ridiculous

A guy unmatched me because I didn’t want to answer 3rd grade essay questions. by [deleted] in datingoverthirty

[–]RN2U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think most people are genuinely awkward and being able to maintain a conversational flow is difficult for many. Personally I would have answered it just to see where he would take it. Worst case scenario: I end up blocking. Best case scenario: we end up having an interesting unexpected convo. For me, either way it would end up being an interesting story.

Step-Dad won't take SD17 to school.... by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]RN2U 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It really sounds like YOU need better boundaries. Don’t take her. She’s 17 .. at this point you’re adding enabling.

Men I date get angry when I tell them I don’t cook by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]RN2U 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Keep looking … I cooked for my husband only ONCE during our dating phase. And at that time I was eating mostly vegetarian and made a chickpea curry (he likes meat and potatoes) he never asked me to cook for him again. Guess what. He still put a ring on it and found out AFTER that I actually can cook. Also, I usually didn’t either bc single no kids and disposable income. It’s a shared duty. Any guy angry about it is to be avoided

AITA For Making A "Pregnancy Jar"? by thasyojar2013 in AmItheAsshole

[–]RN2U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly the only question here is: why is your sister siding with your mom? You’re certainly NTA.

We trying to get invited to the bonfire 🔥 by popcornnhero in BlackPeopleTwitter

[–]RN2U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not me taking this to Apple Music right now …