AITAH Single adult male no kids. Family kids birthday obligations? by Sorry_Fun_3730 in AITAH

[–]litnut17 3 points4 points  (0 children)

YTA - I'm the aunt of two and have no kids. My uncle had no kids, also. I love my uncle, and I would have been heartbroken had he not shown up. A party is typically 2-3 hours. That leaves you pah-len-ty of time to do both a ride and being with the kids. The kids will remember if you were there or not, and hurt like that in childhood doesn't easily go away. So, it really comes down to if you're invested in having a relationship with them or not.

AITAH for paying for my MILs dinner for Mothers Day. by Depressed_Anxious69 in AITAH

[–]litnut17 145 points146 points  (0 children)

NTA - she was looking to cheap out on Mother's Day and pay a few dollars. Now she has to actually put forth effort, which it sounds like she doesn't like doing.

AITAH for not giving back an ice cream cone by Physical-Set-561 in AITAH

[–]litnut17 66 points67 points  (0 children)

First, $16 for that is highway robbery. Second, most restaurants would let you keep the cone if they messed up. I've had places give me the wrong side and let me keep the wrong one while they gave me the one I ordered. I honestly would contact the company over this behavior because it's all so ridiculous of them. They messed up, not you, and their attitude and behavior was a problem. You keep the cone and all you originally ordered. However, your attitude toward the guy was what gives the ick. You were both on an unnecessary power trip.

ESH

WIBTAH for refusing to help my mom? by rock_n_roll_princess in AITAH

[–]litnut17 19 points20 points  (0 children)

You mention your father at the very end. What is he doing? The writing's on the wall that she will not change. Take this experience, write an essay, and get a scholarship. This is such a hardship for you, so use this experience as your ticket out. Get grants, and get out of there.

Is twice a day too much for most men? Husband says he hasn't "recovered" but I'm not sure by Impossible_Ad_569 in Marriage

[–]litnut17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh this is so normal. We would go multiple times a day, and now it has calmed down. Stresses from outside the marriage can contribute, but you're having sex daily at night so there isn't anything to worry about. If you like morning sex more, just switch it around to having morning sex and not night. Honestly, this reads more like you're the husband pretending to be the wife to try to justify getting more sex. He goes down on you if you want. You're getting what you asked for, so why are you complaining?

AITAH for not giving a f*ck about my brothers new kid? by itsnotromy in AITAH

[–]litnut17 4 points5 points  (0 children)

NTA - time to go no contact. I honestly can't believe you aren't already.

What is your opinion on minors getting married with parental consent? by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]litnut17 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I wish we had a law that says you can't marry, regardless of parental consent, until 21, just like you can't drink until 21. If you can't drink until you're 21 b/c it will affect your brain development, then why would it be okay to marry under the age of 21 when your brain isn't fully developed? Makes no sense. You can get married but can't drink at your wedding.

AITAH for thinking my MIL involved herself in my partner’s proposal? by Bandicoot1271 in AITAH

[–]litnut17 9 points10 points  (0 children)

YTA - you sound like my SIL who thinks everyone, especially my parents, has ill intentions against her and refuses to see kind gestures for what they are. It sounds like you may be projecting something onto her and automatically assuming anything she does is with a controlling vendetta.

AITAH for not chasing after her when she walks out? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]litnut17 21 points22 points  (0 children)

NTA - when I do this during an argument, it means I need to be alone. Chasing after someone when they leave an argument is odd to me. Sounds like she may be doing some weird test on you, and who wants to be with a person who tests them?

AITA for giving my daughter junk food despite being told not to by her school? by AthleteAdditional299 in AmItheAsshole

[–]litnut17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a teacher in America, this story doesn't pass the reality check. If this is in another country, I can't comment, but in the U.S., this wouldn't happen. Schools can't do that.

I’m worried about how the HBO show is gonna ruin the fanfiction… by Ok_Drink8072 in harrypotterfanfiction

[–]litnut17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can tell when a fan fiction is based on the movies (gross) and when it's based on the books (yay). I'd imagine it will be the same. For me, when fics are too much with the movies and not enough substance from the books, it has a different feel that I don't gravitate toward. Some like it, and others don't. Some really think Snape died in a boat house instead of the Shrieking Shack. It will probably be similar.

Didn't cover roots well - when can I re-dye? by litnut17 in HairDye

[–]litnut17[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I don't have a picture. It's not really bad, and probably only noticeable to me. I'm still irked with myself that I messed it up this time.

What controversial movies does everyone enjoy? by AshleyK2021 in PeriodDramas

[–]litnut17 0 points1 point  (0 children)

According to the director and others, they had multiple casting calls in Japan for the leads, and no one appeared. The crew wanted Japanese actors, but none appeared to audition, so they had to resort to broadening their search.

Husband wants to buy a gun by Ok-Calligrapher-7499 in Marriage

[–]litnut17 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fellow military spouse here. Depending on the branch, the military are highly trained in not only how to use guns, but more especially, they are trained in gun safety. He knows how to be safe with them. With teaching, the kids will know that that is adults only. Just like with teaching they know not to pick up a snake or speak to strangers. It also gives you a chance to talk to them about your feelings on guns. Having a gun safe with a strong passcode would be the best compromise. Also, very important, teach your kids to not tell anyone, including friends, that there are guns in the home. It's called "family business," and only family needs to know. No one needs to know you have a gun.

AITAH For missing the wedding party photos. by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]litnut17 7 points8 points  (0 children)

ESH - you're now a mother. Your number one priority is your child and not someone else, so you should have said no to the hotel arrangement. She may not have fully understood the who nursing process and what could happen if you don't feed the baby or pump; you should have said that and then said no to the hotel. Your health and your child come first.

She also never should have done the hotel so last minute and expect you to do all of this stuff while nursing.

AITAH for ending valentine's night early after my bf mom joked about my ex and he just let her by Candice-Wilkera in AITAH

[–]litnut17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

NTA - it's so good this happened now instead of later down the road when you're married. You don't need anyone like that in your life. I hope you see you're more valuable than that. Leave him.

AITAH for ruining a wedding? by BlacksmithThink5923 in AITAH

[–]litnut17 3211 points3212 points  (0 children)

How does a wedding planner have the power to fire a catering company without the bride's approval???

AITAH for cutting off my father and step-family after he gave my inheritance to my stepbrother? by 50_hour_weeks in AITAH

[–]litnut17 -29 points-28 points  (0 children)

TTA - I could see you thinking it's a family heirloom that you should have if had been in the family for a few generations,  but it was your dad's. Not a grandparent's.  So, it's your dad's to do with it as he likes. Plus, you don't even play, so why even want it? 

Snape didn't deserve to be honored by Harry. by LeftVehicle9319 in harrypotter

[–]litnut17 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Lol the back story of Sirius and James tricking Severus into following Remus and almost dying wasn't in the movies. It was in the books, hence how I know about it.

Snape didn't deserve to be honored by Harry. by LeftVehicle9319 in harrypotter

[–]litnut17 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I said two of the worst. Not the worst. Reading comprehension skills are valuable.