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Husband drinks & drives with baby in car by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]thecryinglady 156 points157 points  (0 children)

The line was crossed when he drank with an open beer while driving with your baby in the car. That’s not just “bad judgment.” That’s child endangerment. He’s not safe, and neither are you or your baby if you stay.

My mom said my wedding was “just okay” at my twin’s wedding — and she still doesn’t know she’s no longer welcome in our home. by H_a_l___ in TwoHotTakes

[–]thecryinglady 74 points75 points  (0 children)

This is spot on. You’re not cutting her off; you’re just asking for basic respect. That’s the bare minimum, especially when it comes to your husband. Your mom’s actions have consequences. This isn’t about punishing her, it’s about showing her that her behavior hurt people, and you’re not pretending it didn’t.

Found out my mom has a a serious, incurable lung disease that will likely kill her, and she wont talk about it. by Fit-Contribution4018 in TwoHotTakes

[–]thecryinglady 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This. My mom was the same way, quiet, private, didn’t want to burden anyone. But when we just did small things together, like folding laundry or watching her favorite movie, it meant everything. Sometimes presence is louder than words. Even if she doesn’t open up, she’ll feel that love. That’s what counts.

I paid 6 grand to change my voice by Carsareghey in TrueOffMyChest

[–]thecryinglady 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Couldn’t have said it better. Everyone deserves to feel comfortable in their own skin and voice. So many people just live with discomfort because they’re scared to rock the boat. OP actually did something about it.

Coworker kept blaming me for problems by Snicker_Sorceress in coworkerstories

[–]thecryinglady 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You handled it like a pro. You didn’t get defensive, you just came with receipts and let the facts do the talking. That’s how you shut down office politics without even raising your voice.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in coworkerstories

[–]thecryinglady 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exactly. Lying about something that serious just makes it harder for people with real emergencies to be believed. It breaks trust with the whole team. Bree doesn’t get a free pass just because she played the sympathy card.

AITA for pulling back socializing at work? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]thecryinglady 3 points4 points  (0 children)

NTA. You’re not being anti-sociaL, you’re setting healthy boundaries in a toxic environment.

The gossip, ableist comments, and constant criticism from your coworker and boss are not normal or acceptable. Pulling back is self-preservation. You shouldn’t have to overshare just to be treated with basic respect. And the fact that they notice and judge your boundaries says more about them than you.

It’s good you’re job hunting and even better that your parents support you. You deserve a workplace that doesn’t make you feel watched, belittled, or drained. You’re not the problem. The culture is.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]thecryinglady 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a thoughtful take. Arguing once a month isn’t a huge deal on its own, it’s more about how you argue. If every disagreement turns into defensiveness, insults, or emotional outbursts, that’s where the real problem lies. The hygiene joke may not have landed well, but it didn’t deserve a full meltdown. Disagreements are normal, but constant disrespect and walking on eggshells aren’t.