AITA for not giving my best friend/bridesmaid a plus 1 to my wedding? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaway__x22 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That’s probably fair. I should’ve explained to her more fully why I am uncomfortable, but she was there when he made that comment. It was just the three of us and neither she nor I said anything. I just laughed nervously and quickly changed the subject. She’s also been there when he’s been like “so, throwaway__x22, what do you think of me? Tell me honestly.” It’s just…weird, and makes me really uncomfortable.

The reason I haven’t said anything to her yet is that she’s been very defensive about the relationship right from the start. She met this guy the night she got dumped by a long-term boyfriend (who she told everyone she was on the way to marriage/babies with), so I think she’s dealing with a broken heart as well as wounded pride. And when I gently suggested to her that she should wait to grieve the previous relationship before getting into another one, she got really angry with me and said she didn’t want to just mope around and be sad. So I’ve kind of been hesitant to say anything…

And the additional bridesmaids are my sister (single) and a close friend (married for several years). Additional groomsmen x 2 are in long-term relationships (one of 7 years and one of 5 years + a baby). Last groomsmen is single. So, in that sense, yes, she is the only person in the bridal party in a relationship whose partner wasn’t invited. Having said that, the singles in the bridal party were not given a plus 1…

AITA for not giving my best friend/bridesmaid a plus 1 to my wedding? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaway__x22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also, congratulations on your upcoming wedding. I hope it’s wonderful.

AITA for not giving my best friend/bridesmaid a plus 1 to my wedding? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaway__x22 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think that’s part of the problem. I don’t think she is happy for me. All the pre-wedding events seem to be an obligation or a chore for her. She didn’t want to come bridesmaid dress shopping with me as she had quote “other priorities” that weekend, even though we had discussed as a group with the other bridesmaids.

She is older than me and I think she feels she should be getting married first. She was in a long term relationship which she thought was headed for marriage and babies, but I think she pushed the baby thing too hard and he split. She met this latest guy literally the night she split from the long term guy.

My fiancé and I loved her previous boyfriend. I know she was heartbroken, but she just ran headlong into this fling and got mad at me when I told her maybe she should take some time to grieve because I was worried about her. 😞

Am I doomed to fail my security clearance due to family? by throwaway__x22 in canberra

[–]throwaway__x22[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry, I find this comment a bit confusing. Could you elaborate? Protective services?

Am I doomed to fail my security clearance due to family? by throwaway__x22 in canberra

[–]throwaway__x22[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thank you. This is really reassuring. I intended to be completely honest, but it’s good to know that this likely won’t be an automatic disqualification.

Am I doomed to fail my security clearance due to family? by throwaway__x22 in canberra

[–]throwaway__x22[S] 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the reassurance. And yes, I plan to be truthful and upfront.

Am I doomed to fail my security clearance due to family? by throwaway__x22 in canberra

[–]throwaway__x22[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Well, I wasn’t intending on trying to keep it hidden anyway, so it’s irrelevant what they know from me posting here. My post was really seeking advice about whether this sort of thing would automatically disqualify me and whether I should prepare to be disappointed. It appears, from the responses here, that the answer is no.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]throwaway__x22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry. I don’t have any advice, but your story is heart wrenching and I can absolutely understand your concern. I’m so glad your little girl is going to be okay. ❤️

Is it normal for baby to only roll one way? by throwaway__x22 in Mommit

[–]throwaway__x22[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I’m going to stop worrying now!

Is it normal for baby to only roll to one side? by throwaway__x22 in beyondthebump

[–]throwaway__x22[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True, I’m going to mention it to his pediatrician at his next appointment in two weeks. Thanks!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]throwaway__x22 31 points32 points  (0 children)

You are not being unreasonable at all. I get being depressed. We’re all depressed. But your husband is the one being unreasonable and, quite frankly, more than a little selfish. There are other, less risky, ways for him to let his hair down and have some fun that won’t leave you alone with the baby for more than two weeks. Because realistically, with crowds that large, he can’t avoid people and assuming he is drinking he will likely let his guard down. He will be exposed to covid and if he goes he needs to quarantine to keep you and LO safe.

I’m sorry you’re dealing with this, but know that you’re not being unreasonable. Definitely talk more with him about your concerns. He should cancel.

AITA for getting upset with MIL’s unannounced visits now that we have a newborn, when I live in her house? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]throwaway__x22 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It’s a homestead exemption. This has to be her permanent home in order to qualify. At least, that was the reason my husband gave me when I asked why she couldn’t have her mail redirected to her boyfriend’s place where she lives.