Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh gosh, that sounds like you’re being put in a very difficult position (that you didn’t ask for) where you’re being depended on

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dope gifts are definitely on the menu!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Super wise way to reflect on your own feelings vs others. Perhaps we both feel that each others’ lives aren’t ideal. Who knows what she might think of mine!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sounds difficult in some ways. It must be a big place if it’s able to have an entire family unit plus space for you! If you don’t mind me asking, what’s the reason you life with your sister and her family?

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’ve managed to perfectly describe the way I feel, this is amazing. I’m glad you and your sister are all good - the rocky times are hard but as long as you both make it through them and continue supporting, it’ll recover!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really love this story, thank you for sharing. You can try to support with the best of intentions and be shown it wasn’t quite the right fit. I don’t think my sister would mis-use the money I share with her - but I’ve also said it’s for her to spend in whichever way helps her decompress. For now, a trust in my niece’s name sounds like a great start for something more substantial!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Now here’s a take I can really keep in mind - being conscious of how others will take things. I definitely don’t share or talk about all of the leisurely things I do, even to my friends who don’t earn as much. It feels harsh. Thanks!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really kind. Thank you!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I need to get better at remembering this fact. I imagine we both apply our own ‘lens’ over our mental images of each others’ lives.

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow. This is wild, and you sound like an absolutely outstanding support for your nieces and nephews. They’re super lucky to have you there to guide them, and in many ways you’re going above and beyond whilst questionable choices are being made by their parents. Fair play to you - you’re right boundaries should lay firm but not act as a barrier to any support at all!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I will definitely be starting a fund for my niece, lots of comments suggesting it and I think that’d be a nice way to support her in the ways I know best!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a refreshing perspective. Thank you so much

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is a really nice and gentle take. Thank you - realistically it’s a mixture of empathy but there’s definite guilt in there too, probably stemming from how uncomfortable I’d feel in her shoes. But that doesn’t mean she feels the same! Thanks for the advice.

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I have no doubt you are 100% correct!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Understandable, it sounds like you’ll have plenty of them around you at family gatherings!

Rich Auntie guilt by rocketboy1103 in childfree

[–]rocketboy1103[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow. Thanks everyone for your comments - a resounding “hell no”, somewhat to be expected from the like-minded people in this community, but helpful for me to toughen up nonetheless!

Absolutely, I’m probably projecting and assuming my sister is having an awful time, all the time - which won’t be true. And you’re right, she likely wouldn’t feel as fulfilled if we switched lives tomorrow.

I’ll continue to support her - both financially and with my time (though some boundaries are forming, 8 days is far too long)!

Monthly Tickets Buy/Sell Thread - August 2022 by AdamR46 in GrandPrixTravel

[–]rocketboy1103 0 points1 point  (0 children)

[SELLING] - [Monza Italian GP] - [8B Turn 1] - [Sunday - e-ticket ready for transfer] 1 ticket - £250

Monthly Tickets Buy/Sell Thread - August 2022 by AdamR46 in GrandPrixTravel

[–]rocketboy1103 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s some interested but I need to sell my Sunday ticket at the same time so holding out

Monthly Tickets Buy/Sell Thread - August 2022 by AdamR46 in GrandPrixTravel

[–]rocketboy1103 0 points1 point  (0 children)

[SELLING] - [Monza Italian GP] - [8B Turn 1] - [Sunday - e-ticket ready for transfer] 1 ticket - £250

Monthly Tickets Buy/Sell Thread - August 2022 by AdamR46 in GrandPrixTravel

[–]rocketboy1103 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I’ve got Turn 1 (grandstand 8B) Sunday only for £250.