Above all else, your children come first. They motivate you to put in a ton of effort, keep going, and get up every morning hoping that it will be better than the last. The story that follows is an account of a frustrated son-in-law. Along with his late wife, the original poster (OP) is the parent of three children. Even though he and his late wife were not the best of friends before she passed, he still makes an effort to cherish her memory for his children. In order to prevent any potential p…

Family should always come first because it is the most important thing in life. But what would you do if, on one of the most significant days of your life, your grandfather and stepfather were fighting over who gets to walk you down the aisle? The story below is an account of a frustrated stepdaughter. In the coming months, the original poster (OP) is set to tie the knot with her true love. But instead of acting as helpful observers, the bridal party has forced their grievances and expectations…

It's a common belief that ‘sharing is caring'. But when is it acceptable to keep something to yourself and not share it? Is there a situation where this would be appropriate? The story below is an account of a frustrated boyfriend. The original poster (OP) had recently undergone a medical procedure that necessitated a prolonged period of fasting. He was, therefore, relieved when the process finally ended and he was able to resume eating. After failing in his repeated attempts to get his girlfri…

As a last-ditch attempt to salvage a relationship, many believe that having a child together would be the best course of action. But what they overlook is that raising a child is quite labor-intensive and demands a lot of your attention, love, and care. Therefore, it's reasonable to conclude that having children is not the best approach for restoring the passion and vigor of a relationship. The story that follows is the tale of a father who is unsure of what to do. The original poster (OP) and…

Parents often claim that they love all of their children equally and that it would be impossible to rank them in order of preference. Would you, however, consider your mother's threat to back out of your wedding to be her taking a side? The account that follows is the story of a frustrated son. A few years back, the original poster (OP) tied the knot with the love of his life. Despite OP's pleading and concerns, his brother thought that the wedding was the perfect opportunity to pop the questio…

Some items are so sentimental that they just cannot be valued in monetary terms. But would you count your parents' home among them? The story tells the tale of a dissatisfied sister who doesn't know what to do. The Original Poster (OP) recently lost her parents. Her siblings were to get a sizable sum of money from the will, and she was to get the house. Everyone was happy at first, but when her siblings' money ran out, they began to get curious about her wealth. Consequently, OP chose to sell t…

Every story has more to it than meets the eye, and an alternative point of view can significantly alter the plot. Life isn't always clear-cut. However, how would you feel if your partner insisted on extending her trip using your credit card so she could think twice about the future? The story below is an account of a frustrated and confused boyfriend. The Original Poster (OP) and his girlfriend made the decision to go on a two-week vacation to the breathtaking nation of Italy after some time to…

It matters who you are with more than what you wear or where you go. Or at any rate, that's what people say. Having said that, it's a very different story on your wedding day, which is supposed to be your special day. The story below is an account of a frustrated wife. The Original Poster (OP), who recently got married, just received her wedding photos. OP was initially thrilled about reliving the lovely day she enjoyed so much, however she quickly remembered how angry she had grown with her MI…

Nowadays, women can roam the world and pursue previously unattainable heights without being restricted to the household. Because of this, some individuals still find it hard to believe that women are no longer inferior to the glorious male gender. The story that follows is an account of a frustrated daughter. The Original Poster (OP) is a 28-year-old wildlife biologist. OP recently completed her master's degree and she plans to go to doctoral school. Unfortunately, her father still sees her as…

Nothing is more important than family, but even so, it's important to think about what a family actually consists of. Is your family the group of people you value most, whether or not they are your biological relatives? The story that follows is the account of a confused sister. Neither the Original Poster (OP) nor her spouse have a close relationship with either of their siblings. As a direct result of the strained relationship, the children rarely spend time with their aunts or uncles. Thus,…

Families are difficult to deal with at times. Each member brings with them their very own opinions, ideals, and so forth. Therefore, it is imperative to keep all channels of communication open since this is the only way to preserve harmony and sincere friendship within the family. The story below is an account of a frustrated sister-in-law. In order to generate future passive income, the Original Poster (OP) made the decision to buy and renovate a holiday home. Having said that, OP put in a lot…

Setting straightforward boundaries when it comes to money will help you avoid unnecessary conflicts and embarrassing discussions. The story that follows is an account of a frustrated wife. The Original Poster (OP) was left a sizeable inheritance by her mother. Her husband and his family, however, believed that rather than supporting and consoling their grieving daughter-in-law, it would be better to spend the extra money on extravagance and pleasure. Despite this, OP maintained her position, re…

Weddings are a happy occasion. Given this, how would you react if your future daughter-in-law was acting apprehensive about the nuptials when, deep down, all you're really doing is trying to meet her expectations in order to make sure that your son and his fiancée have a smooth engagement? An account of a confused future mother-in-law can be found below. The Original Poster (OP) is ecstatic that her son will soon tie the knot. However, OP's future daughter-in-law went too far when she demanded…

Divorce is never easy, but it becomes much more difficult when children are involved. The story below is an account of a protective mother. The Original Poster (OP) and her now ex-husband are parents to a beautiful daughter. The former husband remarried and welcomed a son with his new partner. As a divorced family, OP believed that they had found their balance and were doing everything in their power to include every member of the family so that no one felt excluded. That all changed, though, w…

Life soon teaches us that no one can look after us as well as we can. Ultimately, as strong, independent women, we ought to be able to look out for our own interests and take care of ourselves. That being said, I came across a Reddit thread discussing whether or not the woman at the hotel bar ought to have accepted a free drink that was extended to her by an unknown person. The Original Poster (OP) explains that she wasn't comfortable accepting or returning the act of kindness because she wasn'…

A wedding is a happy occasion. It is the everlasting connection of two individuals and two families. But what would you think if, after all of your preparation and years of anticipation, your own parents issued an ultimatum in an attempt to force you to comply and allow them to select who was allowed and wasn't allowed to attend your wedding? The story that follows centers on a stressed-out soon-to-be bride who took to Reddit to discuss her conflicting feelings: should she give in to her family…