Being single offers you the flexibility to do as you like. However, once you tie the knot, you and your spouse become one, which means you must honor their wants and needs. The story that follows is an account of a dissatisfied wife. The original poster (OP) and her partner were married more than ten years ago. The husband was injured in a tragic car accident a few years ago, which made it impossible for him to return to work. Therefore, from being a cozy dual-income household, they are current…

You marry not just him, but his family as well. That's why it's your duty to care for them, no matter how much you love it or how well you get along. The story that follows is an account of a disgruntled wife. The original poster (OP) is a mother and wife. Unfortunately, OP and her in-laws never got along and as a result, they never formed a deep bond. However, OP hardly ever had to interact with her spouse's family because they lived dozens of hours away in an entirely separate state. The situ…

Should texting manners really be that important in the relationship?

Your family should come first at all times. Having said that, how would you respond if your sister-in-law asked you to bring lunch to work every day due to her inability to continue purchasing expensive meals on a daily basis due to debt? The sister-in-law who is displeased is described in the story below. The original poster (OP) works at the same company as her estranged sister-in-law. Every night, OP and her partner cook their meals ahead of time to avoid wasting money on trivial things. Thi…

Festive events such as weddings are designed to pay tribute to the union of the bride and groom. However, how would you respond if the couple had decided to have a child-free wedding and then were angry when you failed to show up? The story below tells the story of the disappointed bride. The original poster (OP) conveys her displeasure with her now-husband's best friend. For her child-free wedding, OP and her hubby opted to invite only their closest friends and family. They were determined tha…

Mothers-in-law can be your greatest ally or your worst enemy. The daughter-in-law who is frustrated is described in the story below. The original poster (OP) had recently given birth to her first child. The mother-in-law of the OP has tried to exert authority over both her son and the newest member of the family. OP had assumed she could take this in stride and with grace, but ever since becoming a mother, she has entirely lost tolerance and empathy for her behavior. After that, OP and her part…

When you get engaged, you envision the scene in which the person you love most will bend over and propose marriage. Tenderly tucked into the exquisite blue box, the exquisite diamond ring, sparkling in the moonlight and casting a shadow over the stars. This is the story of a fiancé who is flabbergasted. Recently, the original poster (OP) proposed to his long-term partner with an elegantly designed diamond ring. The now-fiance misplaced the priceless ring while hiking and gave up all chance of f…

A marriage is a partnership of two people that honors family, love, togetherness, and commitment. So why might a marriage cast a shadow over a family that was previously seen to be happy? The story below is the account of a frustrated son. The original poster (OP) had just tied the knot. Instead of his impending marriage functioning as a symbol of love and family, the union severely harmed the ties within the family. OP makes it apparent that none of his family members attended his wedding as t…

Everybody yearns for that one person who will stand by them no matter what, in good times or bad. It might be a father or a lover for some people, or it might be a twin who has been there from day one for others. The story below is an account of a frustrated son-in-law. The original poster (OP) and his spouse recently announced the arrival of their twin sons. Not long after the couple's twins were born, OP's sister-in-law unexpectedly gave birth to twin daughters. At first, everything was going…

Your family should always be your top priority. However, how would you respond if your sister-in-law planned a yearly visit to your home that you dreaded every single year? Would you submit to her demands in silence out of loyalty and respect, or would you stand your ground and establish boundaries that would turn the visit from complete mayhem to something somewhat pleasant? The story below is an account of a frustrated sister-in-law. With her husband by her side, the original poster (OP) is t…

As much as we may not like to acknowledge it, the nanny is the most vital component of any well-functioning home. All they want is to make life as easy as possible for the parental figure. But what about the life of the nanny? In a partnership that seems to be mutually beneficial, what rights does she have? The story below is an account of a frustrated nanny. For the last ten years, the original poster (OP) has been providing nanny services and annual babysitting services. At first, everything…

While some relationships must end, others never have to. From among the bunch, the fortunate ones are those who know the kind of love you only find in books and fairytales. But not everyone has the opportunity to live happily ever after with a stunning castle and a charming prince. The tale that follows is the story of a perplexed ex-wife. For five years, the original poster (OP) was married to her now ex-husband. She believed she was living the ultimate dream, but in reality, her husband was l…

The months leading up to the wedding can be stressful and taxing. Therefore, even if it defies convention, some decide to elope or, in the opposite case, organize a last-minute wedding ceremony attended only by their closest friends and family members. The story below is an account of a confused friend. The original poster (OP) talks about how he went to the ‘costume party’ and found out that it was, in fact, a wedding ceremony. As soon as OP learned what was happening, he ran to the groom and…

A bachelorette party that includes some of your closest friends and family members is sure to be successful. Therefore, there is only one appropriate response when asked if you would be interested in going: yes. The story below is of a frustrated sister. The original poster (OP) recently became engaged. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, the girls decided to throw OP a bachelorette party. OP's closest girlfriends are all in attendance. When OP's brother found out about the upcoming gatheri…

The mother of the family is unreplaceable. It doesn't matter if she is physically present or absent; her spirit and vitality will endure no matter what. So, how would you respond if your stepdaughter tried to paint you in the role of the evil stepmother who married her father solely because of his ‘great’ financial situation? Would you put up a battle to defend your reputation, or would you suffer in silence? The tale that follows is the story of a frustrated wife. The original poster (OP) is a…

As a parent, you spend most of your time with your children. Whether one works in the public sector or manages their own private space, the house, being a parent is one of the greatest challenges someone can face. It's a constant struggle with a healthy mix of positive and negative experiences that never ceases to astound me. But how would you react if your sister-in-law asserted that you don't need or deserve a vacation from the kids since you are a stay-at-home mother? This is the story of a…