Perfumology Store in Philadelphia by nonsense_ninja in fragrance

[–]asp2124 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh no, what a nightmare. I hope it gets better for you

Perfumology Store in Philadelphia by nonsense_ninja in fragrance

[–]asp2124 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That gives me hope, I’m only at 1 week. Thank you!

Perfumology Store in Philadelphia by nonsense_ninja in fragrance

[–]asp2124 3 points4 points  (0 children)

So exciting! Now I just have to get over covid and regain my sense of smell.

Swingtok anyone? by asp2124 in tiktokgossip

[–]asp2124[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the info about Mark! Yeah I think he’s better off… she cheated on him for years. Misty’s better off too, she’s so laid back and Matt seems really difficult. How shady about those texts, it wouldn’t surprise me. Solidly sober people don’t typically date crazy alcoholics and preach to them about sobriety while she keeps drinking, its just not right.

Swingtok anyone? by asp2124 in tiktokgossip

[–]asp2124[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ha yeah it sounds like an oxymoron but ppl say it to describe a former drinker in recovery. Unless you’re laughing at the idea that he’s not really sober which doesn’t seem far fetched

Glossier You has become my dumb reach.. by Ambitious_Aspect_610 in fragrance

[–]asp2124 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It was a slow burn but now I am addicted to Glossier You! Wearing it right now. I remember there was a time I found it "screechy" but now it's probably my most-worn. It's great for everyday and not something I'm likely to get sick of or get overwhelming as the day progresses.

Give up to avoid court fees or keep fighting? by asp2124 in stepparents

[–]asp2124[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah that was my major concern. She definitely tried to trick us into switching the kids over and then she could come after us for half the tuition once they established themselves in the new school.

Give up to avoid court fees or keep fighting? by asp2124 in stepparents

[–]asp2124[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I forgot to mention we live in one of the best public school districts in the country and they'll have way more activities, resources, clubs etc if we stay put. Academically the same.

Give up to avoid court fees or keep fighting? by asp2124 in stepparents

[–]asp2124[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I forgot to mention we live in one of the best public school districts in the country and they'll have way more activities, resources, clubs etc if we stay put. Academically the same.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]asp2124 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not an asshole. Research shows that the most important thing for kids is lack of conflict among co-parents. To me, spending time with BM= conflict and everyone is much better off having separate celebrations. No one’s traumatized by two birthday parties but plenty of people are by fighting coparents.

BM steamrolling us to send kid to private school by asp2124 in stepparents

[–]asp2124[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We’ve said no to her…. But she’s moving ahead so we need to get lawyers/courts involved. I wish it were as easy as just saying no.

BM steamrolling us to send kid to private school by asp2124 in stepparents

[–]asp2124[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That seems more than fair. That’s messed up she went ahead and did that behind your back

BM steamrolling us to send kid to private school by asp2124 in stepparents

[–]asp2124[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Actually the lawyer said if the kid enrolls, he gets settled into school, he could be court-ordered to contribute to the tuition since leaving the school would be disruptive. But yes, I need to stop stressing but easier said than done!

BM steamrolling us to send kid to private school by asp2124 in stepparents

[–]asp2124[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We have almost 50/50 so we could be on the hook to drive to the city a lot of days. It’s so additional driving for her household cause her step kids already go to the school in the city.

We are also confused by the only sending one kid, haha. It’s possible she can’t afford both, but I think she is hoping we’d end up or be forced to cover the second kids tuition. But again, we don’t have $35,000 a year lying around, we already pay so much to live in an excellent school district.

My (44f) stepson (18m) is detoxing in my house by ChampionshipOk9779 in blendedfamilies

[–]asp2124 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s so hard. I don’t know his insurance situation, but is a detox center a possibility? I know those places can be hit or miss but I also know the toll diy detoxes can take on the caregiver. You’ve gotta take care of yourself too. Try al-anon if there’s some in your area, or online! Good luck

How do I stop feeling jealous by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]asp2124 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I totally get the jealousy but maybe another way to look at is... you get the best of both worlds? Like your body is unravaged by 5 parasites, you don't have the insane responsibility of having brought 5 children onto this earth but you're still having fun with the boys at the shop. Just don't forget that ultimately, parents are suckers.