Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Baby names are interesting; in the US, we’re so used to our idea of freedom being the ability to name our children whatever we want, even made-up words that aren’t even names. In other countries however, there are actually regulations on baby names, rightfully so. The parent must think they’re so unique and creative, but they don’t realize the life they’re setting up for their child. Imagine when the child grows up and wants to apply for a job,…

You would think that each year, each decade on this planet, humanity would become more and more progressive, turning towards being more open, more cohesive, instead of being more disjointed, more separate. But alas, through certain progressions, we’re met with an equal force of regressed ways of thinking and behaving. Going no contact is extreme, and I’m not even sure what someone expects out of it. Family can be tough, but they’re still your family. In this Reddit thread, the original poster (…

"I genuinely thought I was invited"

It started out innocent... until it wasn't.

Money will tear families apart. From what you thought was a happy, healthy, and close-knit family, can turn into near strangers when money is involved. It’s not the first time siblings will fight over inheritance money or family possessions, and it won’t be the last. People usually expect equality in a will, but that’s not always the case. At the end of the day, people need to put away their petulance and just accept what fate (or a late grandparent) has given them. In this Reddit thread, the o…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. We all have our boundaries for what we find really offensive. As petty as it can be, we are all human and there will be something petty that bothers us, and that’s normal. One person’s pet peeve could be another person’s everyday life. Maybe someone really doesn’t like the sound of clapping, or the idea of shaking hands with someone, mayonnaise, or hearing high pitched voices. We all have our own unique idiosyncrasies that make us different fro…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet . Family is one of the most important things in life. The entire point of family is that you have people who will love you no matter what, through thick and thin, and always be a support to you. There are, however, people whose family members show them conditional love, versus unconditional. In this Reddit thread, the original poster (OP) is a man whose mom has shown him conditional love. Her love and support for him is conditional upon his life…

A non-refundable life lesson

"... A lot of our arguments are about me feeling like the trophy wife holding it down at home while he’s living his best life with his bachelor friends..."

First rule of rock climbing: Never let go of one handhold until you have a firm grip on another. Most people use this as a reminder to not let go of one good thing without having another lined up, usually in the context of work – don't leave your current place of work without having something else a hand, but this story proves that some people use this rule for something else entirely. For example, people who tend to cheat. I would imagine cheaters use this analogy for their dating life–they ne…

Lads and ladies of the internet, welcome. Sisters: either best friends, or worst enemies. Let’s face it ladies, women can be catty, and when you’re related to each other and share the same boiled blood and heated tempers, the cattiness can really shine through. It’s not the most enjoyable thing to always be around a baby, child, or infant, but when a close family member has a kid, it’s just what comes with the situation. In this Reddit thread, the original poster (OP) is a woman who feels like…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the universe. Finances, though not always the first thing on the forefront of one’s mind when getting married, is a deeply important aspect of a long-term relationship and happy marriage. Many couples these days are opting out to not have a shared bank account at all, and many who agree to it are still keeping an individual bank account for themselves. Even through marriage, you may not know your partner’s monetary habits. This brings us to the Reddit thread…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Planning a family vacation takes time, effort, and dedication. Someone has to do it, and everyone should be involved with the planning. It’s not always easy to combine everyone’s work schedules and other life events, but people manage, and then have memories to share forever. The problem with family vacations is the family part. Intermingling these dynamics can cost more than the vacation is worth. This brings us to the Reddit thread. In this s…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. When you’re married to someone for a long time, things come up that you never expected, and it takes a certain amount of emotional intelligence to handle hard situations in delicate ways. A few years into marriage you may wonder who this person is and why you even married them. Try not to sweat the small stuff, but if you do, turn to Reddit and memes for therapy. In this particular Reddit thread, the husband is completely fed up with his wife’s…

The age-old question of whether or not men should be those who pay for dates is constantly circling the internet, and there is never a conclusive answer for it, from any gender. Some women believe it is the romantic and gentlemanly thing for men to do, and they would go as far as to stop seeing a guy if he refuses to pay for a date. Other women hold a slightly more neutral approach, claiming that women and men should take equal parts in the date, including paying for it. If you feel inspired by…

It's funny how some people resent others for not wanting exactly the same things they do, or for living life differently. For example, there are many parents out there who end up resenting those who are not interested in having kids, and act as if those who do not become parents are insulting those who do. The entitled mother in this Reddit story acts exactly like that when she accuses OP (original poster) of being lazy because she doesn't have any kids. What is even more ridiculous is that the…