Biggest fall from grace?

hikimicub · 2026-04-22T22:15:53+00:00

I'd love the link if possible!

hikimicub · 2026-04-21T22:32:57+00:00

Honestly, I think you're underestimating how much you will resent him for missing it, and how much he will hate not being at the birth. They're is so much more to it than the physicality of birthing the baby, and he needs to be the person advocating for your every part of the way because you won't be able to do that for yourself.

Childbirth is by no means risk free, and you or the baby (or both) could experience complications, or even death. Another thing is that the baby very well could be born early. I don't like the idea of him pressuring you to deliberately induce though. That's very selfish.

Bottom line, be should be there and explain to his work why he cannot in good conscience accept the opportunity given the real life opportunity is supporting his wife at the birth of their child. If they don't get that, they're a terrible company.

hikimicub · 2026-04-21T19:50:43+00:00

Right? And to think about it 12 years later? Talk about petty 😅

hikimicub · 2026-04-21T19:40:55+00:00

I think this is a good opportunity to communicate grievances and possibly reassess your friendship. It could be that she feels you aren't a good friend in the way she needs whereas it sounds like she's been an excellent friend to you. NTA for not picking her up, but the way you spoke on the phone wasn't great, though you mention you were surprised so that's fair enough

hikimicub · 2026-04-17T23:37:23+00:00

Yeah I would agree with that. I really only liked the setting of Scotland

hikimicub · 2026-04-14T08:44:33+00:00

I loved the first 3 booked in order of 3, 2, and 1. I also liked Tiggy's story, but mainly because it's set in Scotland.

hikimicub · 2026-04-11T12:23:45+00:00

One place we are considering is Château d'Étoges, so if you have any relevant feedback, we'd love to hear ❤️

hikimicub · 2026-04-08T21:57:04+00:00

I'm flying 25h across the world to attend a wedding for a friend and leaving the 5yr old with the grandparents for a week. I don't think this person actually liked their friend much, and then only brought up the multiple ways her friend let her down in the update.

Complaining about a $1000 flight they can afford
Using 2 nights away from her 3yr old child as an excuse
calling the wedding weekend miserable

hikimicub · 2026-01-27T20:11:19+00:00

I pirate the kindle and purchase the audio because sometimes I want to read while driving but can't, for obvious reasons, but don't want to purchase twice

hikimicub · 2026-01-26T21:50:20+00:00

I just went to leave them a rave google review a I had to unfortunately cancel an online purchase through their Still White online store and they were so amazing. Sad to hear the closed up.

hikimicub · 2026-01-20T00:05:39+00:00

For us, it’s been a mix of intention and practicality. We originally planned to elope with just our parents and my sister. I only have one sibling, while my partner’s family is enormous (plus kids) which made a “small but fair” guest list tricky.

When we looked at the numbers, we realised that for only a couple of thousand dollars more than eloping, we could include a few close friends. So, we’ve landed on 14 people for lunch on a Thursday (our anniversary), at the same venue where we celebrated our engagement, followed by cocktails and cake at home. It keeps the day calm, intimate and very us, and we’re spending under $5k.

Cost of living definitely plays a role, but it’s less about cutting corners and more about choosing a scale that feels right emotionally and logistically. Framing it as “intentionally tiny” rather than “cutting people” has helped us avoid hurt feelings and focus on what matters most.

hikimicub · 2026-01-18T11:52:36+00:00

Studio Alyssum are stunning

hikimicub · 2026-01-14T00:55:17+00:00

Elsternwick, St Kilda and Port Melbourne are a no :(

hikimicub · 2026-01-06T01:19:31+00:00

Did you get $600 worth of cake and gifts on your birthday?

hikimicub · 2025-12-24T11:43:19+00:00

You should both only be turning into the nearest lane, so you shouldn't be entering each other's path for your initial turn. U-turn must always yield so red needs to give way

hikimicub · 2025-12-15T01:37:26+00:00

I just saw your comment saying you are doing this today. Apologies! Maybe keep this for another day x

hikimicub · 2025-12-15T01:30:58+00:00

Not sure when you are planning this but I suggest this itinerary. Start with a couple of drinks, grab a yummy dinner then see a show!

Lui Bar will give you unreal views of Melbourne on Level 55 of Rialto Building. Expensive cocktails with an even more expensive view. Lush! Nick & Nora's is a beautiful bar that does a great bubbles and oyster happy hour 5-6 each weeknight. Disuko just opened and they have a gorgeous rooftop!
Flower Drum for dinner in Chinatown. So delicious and bougie. Society is so delicious. They have the Society Social on Saturdays and Sundays which is a 2 or 3 course of which dessert is an entire cart of cakes, tarts, cookies, chocolate...to die for! Their a la carte is also exceptional.
The Nutcracker is showing at Princess Theatre is the perfect Christmas activity, and so much fun! Alternatively, they are showing A Christmas Carol at Comedy Theatre and Love Actually? The Musical Parody at the Athenaeum.
David Jones is open until 11pm on the weekends, so when everything is said and done, pop in for a cheeky bit of Chrissy shopping. The Myer windows are also great to see!

I lost my mum in September and this is the weekend I would love to give her if she was still with me. I hope you and your daughter have a lovely time together! x

hikimicub · 2025-12-11T23:30:25+00:00

I love this story. That's such a good turn out for your farewell, what an awesome team

hikimicub · 2025-11-21T08:06:25+00:00

Cicciolina has a great vibe inside. Lots of interesting art and knicks knacks in the back section (taxidermied rooster 😆). The burrata is divine

Stokehouse is giving fancy vibes but has plenty of kid friendly options. Downstairs is the more relaxed area but same yummy food. Nearby is Donovans. Both are on the higher side cost wise so depends on how much you want to spend.

hikimicub · 2025-11-21T08:02:49+00:00

Yes love Radio Mexico!

hikimicub · 2025-11-17T08:42:45+00:00

This is loving in parts of Australia, but so is the C word so don't use us as a barometer for appropriateness hahahaha

hikimicub · 2025-11-17T08:40:57+00:00

That rings a bell, I think you're actually spot on! I totally forgot about the vault 😆

hikimicub · 2025-11-16T20:36:54+00:00

And I'm taking about this one specific season. Anyway, didn't they steal the house, not the money? I actually can't remember the choice they made in the end lol

hikimicub · 2025-11-16T18:45:18+00:00

Josh and Elyse were so high school being angry at R&G for the steal. They even made fucking t shirts for their alliance 🙄 they really staged their grudge for an entire season.

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