All pleasure and all misery have their roots in the pursuit of money. Money might buy you an opulent, luxurious life, yet, conversely, it can leave you alone and desolate. The account below tells the story of the irate brother-in-law. The original poster's (OP) brother recently became engaged. OP's family is less affluent than that of the brother's new fiancé. Therefore, even if the couple genuinely loves one another and wants to contribute to the future they are building together, the contribu…

The purpose of a wedding is to mark the beginning of a happy couple's shared future. In theory, this seems like the ideal situation, but in practice, something always goes wrong. The story below is an account of a bewildered bride. The original poster (OP), who got engaged more than two years ago, has been busy planning her picture-perfect day. OP made sure that, in the midst of all the preparations, she asked a few of her closest friends to be bridesmaids. Along with accompanying her to severa…

Weddings are intended to honor a joyful union of two people moving toward a common future. It is the guests' duty to ensure that the bride and groom are receiving heaps of love and attention. But there are situations where you can only offer so much of yourself. The story below tells the tale of a confused sister. The original poster (OP) shares her experience of being rejected by her sister for declining to be a bridesmaid. For background, the original poster first agreed to attend the wedding…

Weddings are a time to celebrate love and signify the union of two individuals in the sacred union of matrimony. Despite being a momentous occasion, the wedding gives friends and family a chance to support the couple as they come together as one cohesive unit. However, the honeymoon is just meant to be a time for the couple to fully commit to each other, in whatever way they feel fit. The story that follows comes from a friend who is frustrated. Originally posted on Reddit, the user asked if it…

In friendships, loyalty is one of the most vital qualities. So, how would you respond if you learned that your childhood friend had been having an extramarital affair for the past six months? The story below is an account of a frustrated friend. The original poster (OP) recently learned about her childhood best friend's adulterous affair. She told her husband about the problem as soon as she found out, and they discussed the best course of action moving forward. They gave it some thought and co…

Your family should come first at all times. Having said that, how would you react if a member of your own family prioritized a stranger above you? Would you surrender in silence to uphold family harmony, or would you stand up for yourself and demand to be treated with respect? The story below describes the sister who is frustrated. The original poster (OP) was asked to be a bridesmaid in the run-up to her brother's wedding. OP accepted the offer without hesitation, despite the fact that she and…

Above all, family comes first. That being said, how would you react, though, if you thought your family was taking advantage of your kindness? Would you be willing to offend them by setting firm boundaries, or would you prefer to remain silent in an effort to maintain harmony? The mother-in-law who is frustrated is described in the story below. Since they are unable to afford a house of their own, the original poster (OP) is currently providing housing for her son and his expectant fiancé. They…

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. This is the one day where you have complete control over the course of events. Having said that, how would you respond if your own father, driven solely by self-interest, ignored your needs? On your special day, would you give in quietly to keep the peace, or would you stand your ground and insist on having everything done your way? This story tells the tale of a perplexed girl. The original poster (OP) describes the moment her father…

When you do eventually tie the knot, you not only marry the man but also his entire family. That being said, how would you respond if your future mother-in-law tried to interfere in your marriage by deciding whether or not you should adopt your spouse's last name? The story below is an account of a frustrated bride. Recently, the original poster (OP) and her now-fiancé announced their engagement. Things were going great at first, but as soon as the future mother-in-law got involved, things quic…

Weddings are joyous events created to honor the union of two individuals in the sacred tie of matrimony. At the wedding itself, hundreds of the couple's closest friends and family members gather, celebrating the start of their shared life. The story below is an account of a frustrated brother. The original poster (OP) is in an awkward predicament. He and his brother were never close. When they were living under the same roof, they could only tolerate one another at best. Now that they are on th…

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You should always prioritize your family while upholding a strong bond with them. Having said that, setting boundaries for how you want to be treated is also crucial to safeguarding your mental welfare and privacy. The story below is an account of a frustrated 16-year-old girl. The original poster (OP) is a daughter of divorced parents. Throughout the post, the original poster relays the reasons she feels more comfortable living with her father in comparison to her mother. Thus, make sure to re…

At all times, your children should come first. But what if you struggle to provide each of your kids the same amount of affection and attention, making some of them feel less than others? The story below is an account of a frustrated wife. The original poster (OP) had been happily married to her spouse for a considerable amount of time. Together, they have two children, Ella and Ryan. Nonetheless, the husband and his ex-partner have a 16-year-old daughter named Amy. That said, while OP and her…

Your family should come first at all times. That being said, whom would you classify as family? Do your family members represent the people you were born into or are they the ones who have supported you through good times and bad? The story that follows describes the dissatisfied stepdaughter. The original poster (OP) tells her story in a Reddit thread. In the piece, she mentions that following her parents' divorce approximately ten years ago, her mother remarried and had three additional child…

Whether you like it or not, your family and your husband's family will always come first since they are a permanent part of your life. The sister-in-law who is frustrated is described in the story below. The original poster (OP) had promised to host her husband's nieces and nephews for a few days so they could explore the city and spend a long weekend away from home. Things were going pretty well at first, but when she found out that some of her most important possessions were disappearing, thi…

Weddings are joyous occasions intended to honor a loving couple. That being said, how would you respond if your sister—the bride—insisted on having you color your waves brown for the reception in order to prevent you from taking away from her spotlight? The story below describes the frustrated sister. The original poster (OP) is a baker, therefore in the lead-up to the wedding, she offered to help her sister and manage the cake herself. But the bride was not amused by OP's alleged meek particip…