Some things are just not worth the effort.

"I just wish he would leave me alone and never ask me for anything again."

If you're being mistreated by someone, you have no obligation to help them.

This friend denied claims that she was pregnant. Now, she's using it as an excuse to get out of the girls' trip expense-free.

"I almost feel like they should have reimbursed you for the tickets you cancelled."

Your family should always come first in your priorities. Nevertheless, is there ever a moment when one may put themselves first without having to suffer from guilt sneaking up on them when no one is around? If so, when? The story below is an account of a frustrated sister. The original poster (OP) and her parents had always been rather close. Her sister, however, never got along with her parents since they were constantly criticizing her and trying to control every move she made. As a result, t…

"Why would you want your ex-girlfriend/ex- best friend, the girl you cheated on, to be part of your wedding party?"

You ought not to demonstrate prejudice in your role as a parent. Having said that, how would you react if your partner openly expressed his preference for your son over your daughter? Would you strive to make up for your husband's lack of affection, or would you just put up with it and treat your children the same way? The story below is of a defensive mother. The original poster (OP) shares two children with her husband. Although OP has always loved her two children equally, it is clear that h…

You should always prioritize your family. That stated, are you to blame for the mistakes made by your father? Does your mother's happiness really require you to give up your own? The story below is an account of a frustrated daughter. The original poster (OP) just gave birth to her first child. OP and her spouse withheld from sharing the baby's name until after he or she was delivered. For this reason, when the baby was born, they were thrilled to announce the name they had chosen. However, upo…

Your primary focus should always be your family. Having said that, how would you feel if your family members began taking advantage of your kindness and generosity? The story below is an account of a dumbfounded uncle. The original poster (OP) took on the responsibility of looking after his niece. His niece became pregnant at a young age, so he paid for her entire high school and college education to make sure she continued to live life to the fullest and pursued her aspirations. OP believed th…

The marriage contract is a legal agreement that upholds the holy bond of matrimony between you and your partner. The goal of marriage is to be everlasting. But when is it wise to separate? The story below is an account of a confused husband. The original poster (OP) has been married to his wife for a considerable amount of time. From the beginning, OP has shared his views on children and his excitement about the possibility of having his own someday. You can only imagine his astonishment, then,…

As was previously said, your family should always come first. But would you be prepared to pay the price for the ten-year blunders made by your father? The account that follows is an extension of a story that was recently shared about a woman who unintentionally named her firstborn child after her father's long-term lover. The original poster (OP), despite the devastating news and intense familial pressure, refused to have her baby's name changed as it was special to her and her spouse. The dec…

For a partnership to succeed, both devotion and integrity are necessary. Having stated that how would you respond if you learned of a sinister secret that could destroy a loved one? The story below is an account of a frustrated sister. The original poster (OP) and her brother have always had a strong relationship. She was therefore appalled to discover that her brother had been embezzling the funds meant for her best friend's college education. OP is unsure how to best handle the matter since s…

In any kind of relationship, loyalty is vital. Having said that, how would you react if a friend urged you to support her despite her unreasonable demands? The story below is an account of a frustrated friend. Sarah and the original poster (OP) have been friends for a long time. Sarah had long harbored feelings for Jake, a C-list celebrity. She purchased his products, attended his concerts, and even convinced her husband to give her a hall pass. However, when OP spent the night with Jake and to…

Healthy relationships take ongoing effort. There will always be more to improve upon and more to be worked on. However, a marriage can only last if both parties are willing to put in a lot of effort to maintain it. The story below is an account of a frustrated wife. The original poster (OP) had started dating her husband when she was still in college. Aside from the occasional arguments with her mother-in-law, their marriage was nearly perfect. However, when OP and her partner learned they were…

Since your name is particular to you, it needs to appropriately represent who you are. However, would you change your name and risk upsetting others around you, or would you just swallow your pride and go by a name that doesn't feel right, if you've determined that the one you were given no longer fits the woman you've become? The sister-in-law who is frustrated is described in the story below. The original poster, Evelyn, has changed her name to Indie. While Evelyn is a wonderful name, OP felt…