You can always rely on your family, both in good and terrible times. That being said, you should never take your loved ones for granted because they can vanish at any moment. The story below is an account of a confused father. As a single father, the original poster (OP) raises his adolescent son. Since they were young children, the youngster and his uncle—OP's brother—had a strong relationship. Because of their many common interests and experiences, the young boy and his uncle grew increasingl…

The first thing a parent should do is name their child. You are securing their place in the world by granting them a name they will treasure for the rest of their lives. Therefore, the responsibility is great and ought not to be disregarded. The story below is an account of a frustrated sister-in-law. The original poster (OP) had just given birth to her first child, a daughter. She had known since she was a young girl that she would name her firstborn daughter Seraphina. Unfortunately, before O…

The foundation of any relationship is respect. A solid foundation of trust and respect enables you to reach new heights and settle any kind of dispute. The story down below is an account of a frustrated sister-in-law. The original poster (OP) had spent a significant amount of time married to her spouse. The pair owns a stunning seaside holiday property together. As a result, the sister of OP's husband occasionally requests to spend a day at the empty holiday villa. Initially, everything proceed…

Bringing children into the world and starting a family are not always simple tasks. So, if your own sister gave up on your ambition of becoming a parent and took the name you and your spouse had set aside since the day you met, how would you respond? The story below is an account of a frustrated sister. The original poster (OP) tried to conceive for years. But every time, she left feeling discouraged. OP and her partner are determined to have a family despite all of the challenges they have fac…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. We live in a world with so much importance put on material possessions, that sometimes we forget and forgo the human in us. We would rather ruin relationships we have than let go of that adored shirt that cost us so much. It’s a bit unhealthy, if you ask me, but it’s the way of the world, and that’s a fact. Material items and money work hand in hand to disallow us to separate from these meaningless things, to focus on interpersonal relationships. Inheritance i…

Divorce is rarely simple. Essentially, it is a choice made by both parties to head in different directions. Divorce may arise from dwindling love, adultery, or the simple but common reason of growing apart. The story below is an account of a vindictive ex-husband. The original poster (OP) shares his wicked scheme to exact revenge on his former spouse. Background: More than 20 years ago, OP and his wife filed for divorce due to her infidelity. Instead of fighting fire with fire throughout the di…

There are two types of people on this planet. The first becomes enraged and leaves when they are treated unfairly, whereas the second becomes resentful and wants to exact revenge on the offender. The story below is an account of a frustrated girlfriend. The original poster (OP) had been dating her boyfriend for more than a year. Things were going great at first, but when the boyfriend lost his job and chose to wallow in his grief rather than hunt for a new position, things started to go haywire…

Weddings are a celebration of two people coming together to form the holy bond of matrimony. To put it simply, marriage is a time to celebrate new beginnings and love. Therefore, it makes sense that attending an event like this on your own would make you feel nervous and uneasy. The story below is an account of a frustrated friend. The original poster (OP) had recently attempted to attend a wedding. By attempted, I mean, OP was invited to a wedding but refused entry upon her arrival. For some c…

They say betrayal comes from the most trusted person...

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. Family dynamics are funny; for some people, being close-knit to extended family members is a must. They want their children to all be best friends with their siblings' children, having family get-togethers, dinners, and vacations together. For some, this is what it means to be a family, and for others, it’s far from necessary dynamics. This brings us to the Reddit thread. For this couple, they would love if the husband’s brother took more care and effort into…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the interne t. Supporting and being supported by your partner are crucial aspects to any healthy relationship. You should be able to make decisions together, come to agreements, and move forward amicably and respectfully. Support is accepting your partner, but within reason. Of course, there are many things that can’t be supported, because at the end of the day, you still have to take care of yourself. If your livelihood is threatened by your partner's decis…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. Traditions of all kinds h ave been going out the window for a while now; relationship trajectories, statuses, baby names, and even jobs. Since when was it so profitable to just post a song on YouTube and be viral famous the next day? Or filming yourself eating suddenly propelled you to stardom, whereas 20 years ago actors had to endure scathing interviews and auditions to be casted as an extra and paid terribly. The world is actively and constantly changing to…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. If there’s one thing that drives apart any relationship, it’s money . This little piece of paper and cotton combination has parents disowning children, and siblings going to contact. The driver for our humanity to work, live, and pursue the unimaginable, so that we can live comfortable lives, not only for ourselves, but for others. When the stability and security of financial dependence is taken from us, things can get out of hand. This brings us to the Reddit…

As previously mentioned, meeting the needs of the expectant mother is essential to preserving harmony and peace within the family. In the first part of the story, the original poster (OP) talks about her awkward encounter with her stepmother. Even though OP has often said that she detests these kinds of gatherings, her stepmother organized a surprise gender reveal party in an attempt to take over her moment. Therefore, as soon as OP arrived at the gathering and saw what was going on, she fled,…

The woman's brother-in-law claims she ruined their family vacation because she was proposed to . Shouldn't he be mad at his brother then?

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. It’s never fun to feel unsupported by family members . We all have our own things, our own lives, but there are some crucial moments where it’s appropriate to put aside your own things for the sake of family. Some people are better at this than others. Some people have a hard time letting go of their immediate self-interest for a greater good, to toss aside your own wants to compromise with someone else. In my opinion, compromising is one of th…