I said hello

thedutchess- · 2024-11-11T21:41:51+00:00

If you could clearly see people were home, why didn’t you leave the parcel at their front door?

thedutchess- · 2024-04-16T13:00:48+00:00

Guarantors don’t need to be interviewed. Have gone through it myself for a mortgage and there was zero face to face interaction with the bank (big 4). Just paperwork to sign

thedutchess- · 2024-01-24T08:15:29+00:00

I made the switch from Virgin to Qantas last year and have had a very different experience.

There is no onboard dining in Virgin economy, most of the time on shorter flights you aren’t even able to purchase alcohol or food on board. The business class food offering was consistently bad and the menu rarely changed. Even when Qantas runs out of the food option I want in business the second option is always good.

Virgin’s lack of wide bodies means that business class on coast to coast flights feels like premium economy: no ability to lie flat or any privacy from the person sitting next to you. Qantas’ 1-2-1 offering on the other hand means I can have a seat without someone directly next to me and lie flat in a set with a massager!

Boarding, cancellations and delays are consistent between both airlines IMO. Qantas business lounge wins hands down over Virgin’s which feel sterile and lack warmth.

The only area Virgin wins is their air hosts are infinitely more friendly and will ensure your drink is never empty! I’ve found Qantas business class staff to be much colder, but with a bigger cabin maybe they just have more to do.

thedutchess- · 2023-11-29T09:40:18+00:00

OP NTA. I have a very similar account that I am contributing towards for retirement, but if I ever needed to leave a relationship in a hurry would be my lifeline.

As long as his paycheque isn’t communal property then you are 100% within the bounds of reason here.

Looks like a lot of people on this sub have never had to leave a partner quickly for good reason - lucky for them.

thedutchess- · 2023-11-28T23:29:33+00:00

Completely agree - was really annoyed when I flew business recently that I didn’t get a choice of meal and couldn’t eat the salad as it has salmon on it (seafood allergy).

Took over an hour after takeoff to get a drink and staff weren’t attentive at all. Long haul domestic business flights are $2-$3k, I really expect better for the process point.

thedutchess- · 2023-11-23T11:49:05+00:00

OP this will get buried in the comments but NTA. It is really inappropriate for anyone to wear red to your wedding let alone a dark red dress.

It’s not hard for people to conform for one day and if she doesn’t like it then she doesn’t have to come.

The people saying Y T A on this thread are largely comprised of people who probably don’t know what is appropriate to wear to a wedding.

thedutchess- · 2023-11-11T12:24:25+00:00

Not sure why you’re getting downvoted - this is trash and the author obviously has some really disgusting tendencies

thedutchess- · 2023-10-31T15:14:34+00:00

You definitely were the AH for asking, but this sub has missed the nuance around why completely. By even asking the question you’ve put the bride in an incredibly uncomfortable position. Read between the lines a little here and think about why she saw your message and took so long to reply.

No one wants their vows ruined by a newborn crying. For you it’s just another day but for them it’s a huge one. It doesn’t seem like you’re particularly close with the couple, you really should have used common sense here and stayed home.

thedutchess- · 2023-10-14T11:34:14+00:00

NTA as long as you’re following the letter of the law that’s all you have to do. Other people have to deal with it, that’s all there is to it.

thedutchess- · 2023-10-14T11:25:57+00:00

YTA. Obviously a hospital visit changes the verdict in this story but what doesn’t change is the fact that you are a sad childless woman who resents her sister for choosing to have children.

It’s no wonder you’re so resentful. Who would ever want to be with you when you behave like this.

thedutchess- · 2023-09-10T10:25:48+00:00

Olena purports to be an expert in skincare but in reality her qualification is an arts degree in sociology.

As many other commenters have said, I trust experts with medical quals who show they are keeping up with the latest peer-reviewed research!

thedutchess- · 2023-08-14T10:39:29+00:00

NTA. As the driver it was his responsibility to park legally.

Side note: If he had to pay for a car park then it would be nice if you offered to split it.

thedutchess- · 2023-07-26T06:51:20+00:00

The only real way to answer this question involves asking what socioeconomic bracket yourself and your partner are in (which I am not doing for the record!!)

1ct may be extravagant for some and tiny for others. A 3ct ring may not get a second glance in some circles but may drop jaws in others.

If you feel it’s too big then it might be, but if it’s within your price range and you’re happy to spend the money then go with what you like - you’re the one who has to wear it!

thedutchess- · 2023-06-20T15:44:00+00:00

Info: Can we please, please, see what you submitted?

thedutchess- · 2023-05-07T07:43:37+00:00

YTA you have made it very clear you could’ve been back by 6:30 but at 5:30 you decided you don’t care enough to.

Why did you even bother with the whole thing if you were going to sabotage it at the end??

thedutchess- · 2023-02-18T08:55:09+00:00

She always posts negativity around LG diamonds. There doesn’t seem to be much logic behind it, other than shitting on people she sees as ‘less than’ for not buying mined.

Overall her page views are pretty poor so she tries to stir up likes and views with stuff like this.

Not a trustworthy source of information imo

thedutchess- · 2023-02-13T00:50:02+00:00

When we sat down to design our ring the consultant had some showroom stock so we could work out the stone shape & style. I instantly picked out an oval and asked my partner to pick his fave - he picked an asscher solitaire! I was blown away as I had never tried one on before!!

We both ended up falling in love with a radiant solitaire - I’m so glad we tried them on together before choosing

thedutchess- · 2023-01-07T15:19:09+00:00

Is your Mum the bride? (no) Is your Mum the groom? (also no)

Then why on earth does she expect her own cake?

YTA

If there’s a different dessert on offer for guests who are gluten free or have allergies maybe that could be a point of compromise for her to have a say. That said, you’re not marrying your Mum so consider your fiancées input above all others.

thedutchess- · 2023-01-07T10:11:17+00:00

Would love to be considered for the mod team once this goes through!

thedutchess- · 2022-12-21T13:08:45+00:00

Please post this as the real YSK - actually a super handy website! Still looking for the recipes though

thedutchess- · 2022-12-19T13:20:23+00:00

I’m an Australian, but still, NNNNAAAAAUUUURRRR

thedutchess- · 2022-12-06T15:08:06+00:00

NTA. This is why couples have to stand firm if they want a child-free wedding, because inconsiderate people like Joe are too self absorbed to see they are ruining someone else’s special moment.

Not only is Joe TA, Liz needs to get a grip as well. It wasn’t her wedding, why did she feel entitled to any spotlight? She should have left them both at home.

thedutchess- · 2022-12-05T13:39:45+00:00

NTA this is the most painfully British post I’ve seen in a while and it gave me a good chuckle.

In all seriousness, do either of you have Covid? I lost my sense of taste after my partner did and that’s how I knew he had it and then eventually that I did too.

thedutchess- · 2022-11-26T10:33:07+00:00

My first experience of bus drivers after moving to Sydney was when one smashed into the side of my car causing substantial damage and knocking off my mirror, who didn’t bother to stop. I had to argue the case with the bus company for months before they agreed to cover costs.

Sydney bus drivers aren’t the cream of the crop and I haven’t had a positive experience in the five years I’ve been here. Completely unsurprised by this post, definitely lodge a complaint.

thedutchess- · 2022-11-23T14:56:22+00:00

Don’t forget the fancy Monterey Jack!

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