In a relationship, quality time is essential. Couples use that time to rekindle their romance by focusing only on one other. That being said, how would you feel if your partner surreptitiously invited a few of their friends on your romantic retreat? The story below is an account of a frustrated boyfriend. The original poster (OP) had planned a romantic getaway for himself and his lady love. However, the girlfriend notified OP that she had invited two of her friends to join them in celebrating a…

A person must pick friends wisely knowing that they will be there for him in good times and bad. Your friends are not your family by default, they are your family by choice. So, what would you do if your friends started taking advantage of your kindness and generosity? The story that follows comes from a frustrated friend. The original poster (OP), a college student, is a vital part of her social circle. OP has always been honest and open about her origins and the affluence of her parents. At f…

Prioritizing your family over all else means that you should always be willing to assist a member in need. Still, will you embrace a family member with a warm embrace and a helping hand if they start mistreating your partner, losing their sense of identity, and taking advantage of your kindness? The sibling who is frustrated is described in the story below. Following her homelessness and lack of resources, the original poster (OP) and his wife kindly welcomed his sister and her two kids into th…

Family comes first at all times. You ought to be able to prioritize your family's needs over any other commitments. The story below is an account of a frustrated sister. The original poster (OP) has been her sister's primary babysitter ever since her nieces were born. This setting was initially quite helpful and advantageous, but things took a bad turn when OP's older sister accused OP of stealing her wedding band. OP tried her hardest to defend herself, but her sister would have none of it and…

Weddings should be about the bride… right?

Relationships within the family are dynamic and multifaceted, particularly between sisters. That being said, should parents make it a point to treat their kids equally no matter how different they may seem? or should a set of rules be given to every child based on their manners and personality? The story that follows describes a dissatisfied mother. The original poster is a mother of two girls (OP). The first sister is the picture-perfect child, in contrast to the other sister, who is disobedie…

In a relationship, patience is required. Even though you could eventually lose patience, it's important to remain calm and show respect during these trying moments since it matters more how you say something than what you say. The story that follows is an account of a frustrated wife. The original poster (OP) had been married for a considerable amount of time. Despite her desire to advance her marriage and begin the process of starting a family, her husband strongly protested the notion, citing…

Is this a valid excuse to miss your sibling's wedding?

When you tie the knot, you begin a shared future with the person you consider to be your person—your one true love. Having said that, the pair shares their happiness and victories as well as their monetary and personal commitments. The story below is an account of a frustrated fiancé. The original poster (OP) had been looking forward to her wedding day ever since she got engaged. As they anticipated their impending marriage, the couple decided to host bachelorette parties for themselves. Fortun…

He just couldn't wait, could he?

well, this is awkward

Another MIL bedtime horror story!

The birth of a new child is a joyous occasion for the family. Having said that, even if you disagree with what the parents are asking for, you still need to respect their boundaries in order to enable both of them to seamlessly transition into parenthood. The story below is an account of a frustrated daughter-in-law. The original poster (OP) had recently become a mom to an adorable baby girl. Things went quite well for the duration of the pregnancy. The idea of a newborn child joining the famil…

cue the awkwardness

Your family should always be your top priority. Having said that, how would you respond if your daughter's engagement was so poorly received by your family that they almost stopped it from happening at all? Would you keep quiet or go to any lengths to protect your daughter? The story that follows is an account of a dissatisfied wife. For the second time, the original poster (OP) is a wife. Like her spouse, OP has a daughter from a previous relationship. As a result, following their marriage, th…

Your friends are the ones you want by your side during good times and bad. But what would you say if one of your best friends declined your invitation to attend their wedding, claiming that you didn't deserve to be there for one of the most significant days of their lives? An update to the story of the man who, for no apparent reason, didn't include his friend of ten years in his wedding can be found below. With an update on the status of the relationship with his friend John, the original post…