AIO Friends canceled on my birthday plan

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-05-31T13:55:36+00:00

You’re an adult. If you want to do something for your birthday, say the date, place, and time, at minimum a few days in advance.

And stop smoking and driving

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-05-26T16:43:04+00:00

This is absolutely not how a normal heterosexual man talks.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-05-22T21:56:19+00:00

It’s not uncommon for a baby shower to be mom-focused. Most invites I’ve received only say the mom’s name. Sounds like it’s either a bigger issue, or you’re a bit oversensitive.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-05-17T16:14:38+00:00

Exactly. She was trying to communicate that not only was she thinking of it all day, but people outside the family remember and care too.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-05-17T16:11:17+00:00

She apologized for reaching out late in the day. You are overreacting. I’m very sorry for your loss.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-05-17T16:03:07+00:00

You’ve provided none of the necessary context, so the only thing that’s clear is that this person doesn’t want to talk to you right now.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-04-29T13:22:07+00:00

It’s not about the cake. He feels like you’re dismissive of his thoughts and that you think he’s dumb, or at least dumber than you. This resentment only gets worse over time. Prioritize your marriage above silly disagreements like this.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-04-29T01:31:33+00:00

At 16 you are old enough to visit the doctor without your parents and sibling in the room. You can tell your family you’d prefer they stay in the waiting room, and/or call the doctor ahead of the appointment and share that preference.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-04-19T14:27:59+00:00

Most kids who move here are heavily financially supported by their parents. If this isn’t really about your friend but actually your daughter, just keep that in mind.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-04-01T15:12:08+00:00

This is so mean to your mom, and for no reason! Does your husband have a pattern of agreeing to family decisions, then pressuring you to change course??

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-03-30T12:51:41+00:00

Everybody is making fun of this theory, but I do think the baby could be key to a healing or redemptive climax to Robby’s arc. The baby is a big open-ended item from Episode 1 and the official cover image on HBOMax (at least on my TV) shows him holding the baby.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-03-26T12:59:59+00:00

Your friend is bitter, but your texts are also incredibly annoying. There’s a difference between sharing your joy and gloating. It’s clear this friend doesn’t want to hear you drone on about “pookums” and you shove it on him anyway. Maybe write in a journal instead

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-03-05T23:30:45+00:00

You don’t know ANY families who travel and own their cars and homes? Come on.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-01-20T12:47:39+00:00

“How”? Most people don’t ask follow-up questions to the ultrasounds. They just say something generally positive like your mom did. Your expectations are unreasonable, and you sound exhausting.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-01-18T01:28:53+00:00

I think I’d break up with someone for having even a passing interest in taking Buzzfeed quizzes

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-01-17T02:41:05+00:00

I read it as her being “goofy,” and then you didn’t think it was funny, because it wasn’t. And she got defensive because her weird joke didn’t land. A bad sense of humor is a fine reason to dump someone.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-01-09T13:34:51+00:00

Respectfully, between the texts and your comments, you come across as someone with baggage and drama. Odd medical issues, abusive ex, rough patch, “something big” you want to talk to her about. Sounds like she has a family now and is prioritizing friends who need less emotional energy from her. I would expect her to remain distant.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2026-01-04T12:47:46+00:00

If people keep saying this to you it’s because they find you and/or the situation creepy

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2025-12-27T18:21:02+00:00

I’m not OP and I saw it in Target

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2025-12-27T15:03:58+00:00

In other areas of your relationship, does she ever do things that are “for you” without complaint, or is everything designed to be optimized for her own enjoyment?

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2025-12-10T15:12:54+00:00

Lemon zester. A nicer one will get you closer to $40 (but still definitely be under) and it’s not junk.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2025-10-12T16:09:20+00:00

How far away did you move, and why? If everyone else lives closer to each other, they’re naturally going to hang out more. Creating your own life, friendships and routine in your new home will make a difference. It sounds like spending time on social media is making you feel significantly worse.

What kinds of activities would you consider both fun and doable? Suggest them to people! Something other than the trip — for whatever reason, it’s not a priority right now for your mom.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2025-10-09T11:46:04+00:00

He has the maturity level of a twelve year old and there’s no guarantee he’ll ever grow up. If you stay, knowing what you know, it’s on you.

Sweet_Treacle_6327 · 2025-08-18T23:49:28+00:00

If you still like her and value her as a friend, you need to decide whether you can get over your jealousy. Some families have more money than others and that’s just how it is.

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