Relationships require ongoing effort. In addition to love, there are many other essential components that must exist in a relationship. The story below is an account of a frustrated boyfriend. The original poster (OP) and his girlfriend have been together for a long time. At first, things were going fairly well, but when OP got a fantastic job offer across the nation, things soon turned sour. The girlfriend conveyed her disinterest in a relationship of such kind and expressed her distaste for a…

You marry not just your partner but also their entire family. The family is comprised of all the occupants of the home as well as any potential challenges or problems. Every family structure has its pros and cons, but in order to keep the peace within the family, there are also boundaries that need to be strictly adhered to. The fiancé's tale of frustration is what follows. After recently popping the question to his fiancée, the original poster (OP) has already started organizing their extravag…

The bond between a married couple is intricate, dynamic, and multifaceted. Before entering the holy union, one should have covered all the bases and checked all the boxes. The most important thing to make sure of is that your spouse is over his ex and fully committed to you and the future you share. This is the story of a grieving wife. Having recently tied the knot with her current spouse, the original poster (OP) had high hopes for a happy future. In regards to her marriage, as OP puts it, ‘I…

Money is always the leading factor in breakups, and this case is no different. A long-distance romance reached a crossroads after 2 years. A man was visiting his girlfriend and her 3 kids for what was supposed to be a happy step towards a more committed future. However, the visit threw their compatibility into question fairly quickly. The girlfriend, struggling financially to raise her kids, was allowed to order full meals and large drinks at restaurants, knowing they likely wouldn't even finis…

Red flags, anyone?

Finding yourself in a sticky situation with a toxic partner and realizing it after it's too late and you're already in love can be daunting. On the one hand, you adore them for all their good qualities and the times they make you feel like a star. On the other hand, you can't see yourself living with someone who is so controlling and at times, cruel, for the rest of your life . This story proves that breaking up with someone like this is inevitable and totally worth it. OP finished things with…

SO complicated

Love, where art thou

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Not a great time to be Jake Gyllenhaal, tbh.

All's fair in love and war. Right?

Love hurts