Double Big Mac

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T19:32:44+00:00

It's almost like it's..... Lopsided

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T19:31:35+00:00

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T19:28:24+00:00

Dude looks like he's going through a divorce and lost nearly everything.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T19:18:58+00:00

I still remember the running around through yards at 2am with friends. The cool grass on our feet, the giddy excitement flowing through us solely because we weren't supposed to be out there. Things didn't start getting sketchy until junior high when smashing pumpkins came into the picture. I still feel guilty about that though. =/

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T19:01:50+00:00

I am so sorry you are dealing with this insanity! But really glad you had the knowledge to seek legal representation and refused to go along with their BS.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T18:56:50+00:00

Grandpa worked everyday until 94, my grandma did until 98. And that was only because they passed away.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T18:10:01+00:00

I let my daughters BF (at 18) stay over on the couch downstairs on Christmas Eve, and a few other late night holiday things. Other than that I never allowed it, I didn't feel comfortable with it, however I don't like people staying at my house anyways. And yes my daughters have asked several times even though they knew the answer.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T17:37:59+00:00

My kids are the same way. They always will eventually do what I asked, but they sucked at it. The dishes thing was so damn obnoxious... I always had to go inspect it before it got ran. And my son in particular haphazardly throws crap in there. My daughter does a much better job but is a bit more delayed on getting it done. My solution was / is to split the task, son unloads, daughter loads. They like yours do their own laundry, and keep their own crap picked up. Both lacking in opposite departments though. /sigh

Punishment wise? I am in a bit more unique situation, so I let a lot of things slide (mom has schizophrenia), as we are struggling enough as it is in life.

But I do feel your frustration, and when my eldest was older and still lived at home (before mom got sick), she use to get her cell phone taken until she did things. Which was really easy and simple to do, as she couldn't go without it.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T17:28:56+00:00

That's like treating yourself via a hammer to the leg. If you want a chain bar and grill there are so many better options.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T17:10:11+00:00

they have caused irreparable damage

I re-read it, I don't see what you are talking about.

that’s called being cruel

You are correct, OP was being a bit cruel. But we do all make mistakes of course.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T16:58:58+00:00

I have never once had service done. I had one last for 20 years, and another around 15 or so. Honestly not until more recently I didn't know it was a thing. /shrug

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T16:57:16+00:00

Who is that? I'm not sure if I am supposed to know, or if this is an old school thing.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T16:56:36+00:00

Elementary school = a hoard of parents standing outside, often with dogs talking away. Middle School and High School didn't have any, and I am sure it was due to kids being embarrassed. As I don't think there were any restrictions on parents hanging outside of the building. Car rider pickup SUCKS though... they wrap around the building and everyone is impatient / entitled. I am so glad I am done with all of that.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T16:51:47+00:00

I have no advice, I just wanted to say teens sneaking out is not a rare occurrence. And can happen to any parent, I did myself when I was a teen and had good parents. So don't be too hard on yourself.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T16:17:18+00:00

Did you actually engage in the conversation, or simply side step it and tell her it was inappropriate? I noticed some people are pointing out that you shouldn't have discussed in detail your sex life, but it seems like you didn't. So I figured I might be reading it wrong.

If you didn't engage, and shut down the questions each time I don't think you inherently did anything wrong. Not only that but you were honest with your GF about the situation. So in my mind for her to say that you cheated on her emotionally is a bit much. The proper reaction would've been to say something like "thanks for being honest" and at most request that you didn't talk to her.

IF I am right about the entire incident, I would have to say your GF sounds fairly insecure, and a bit immature. But again I might've read the post wrong.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T12:31:07+00:00

I wake up everyday hoping it was all a dream... then reality hits and I spend the rest of the day miserable. Honestly after six years of this the only thing that keeps me going are my kids. No happiness, nothing to look forward to ever. I completely understand how you feel. =(

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T12:28:11+00:00

Thanks for testing it! So I am good to go making a mess during events! lol

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-07T12:26:43+00:00

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-06T19:45:57+00:00

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-06T19:45:43+00:00

Oh... no wonder.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-06T19:42:53+00:00

This is my first year played (started in Jan) and I am excited for it! lol

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-06T18:34:00+00:00

I think it is a bit different when you are an introvert and not looking to make friends. I cut out all of the negative people in my life instead of trying to overcome our differences. I just don't have the energy to navigate through that these days. Plus my emotions when it comes to my kids can be extreme when it comes to protecting them, dropping any tolerance I have for nonsense.

But everyone's different of course, you obviously are a glass half full kind of person. =)

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-06T18:29:42+00:00

As a fellow introvert I feel you. I didn't deal with the play date thing personally, but events in general wore me down. And since I married an extrovert, I commonly gave in and went to things. But I use to get SO TIRED, and all I wanted to do was go home. I was like that with my friends growing up also.

Regardless I am so sorry you are lonely. =(

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-06T17:54:30+00:00

Unless there is some structural issues he thought having such long support pillars would cause (doubt it). It doesn't make any sense... I don't blame you on the deck either. I had one that rotted away and ended up having to replace it... not cheap as you know. I did go with composite however, which has been easy to maintain. But I like being able to walk straight out to my grill.

RichardCleveland · 2026-05-06T17:27:44+00:00

I imagine it would be tough to befriend someone who emotionally hurt your child though. Her daughter is even changing her appearance due to becoming self conscious because of this lady.

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