“I did my best to follow her rules, but she would still find reasons to complain and criticize me.”

As a responsible adult, there are certain fundamental duties that you need to have mastered by now. The first is being punctual when traveling to important places, like the airport. The story down below is an account of a frustrated friend. The original poster (OP) received an invite to her friend's wedding in a nearby state. Rather than staying in an allocated region with the rest of the wedding party, she and her husband decided to travel alone. As a result, they booked a flight and leased a…

Traveling, sharing adventures, and reaching new heights together are all desirable in a relationship characterized by intense devotion and emotional investment. However, what would be your response if your partner informed you that you weren't worthy of an expensive supper with a Michelin rating because ‘he's not there yet’? The story below is an account of a confused boyfriend. After insulting his girlfriend, the original poster (OP) turned to Reddit for support. In this instance, the original…

Don't expect a pregnant woman to provide free childcare to kids she's never met while you live it up on vacation.

Make sure you get to know someone well—through good times and bad—before deciding to tie the knot and dedicate the rest of your life to them. You have to accept them for who they are, warts and all since these characteristics are what make them who they are. The story that follows centers on an unhappy fiancé. The original poster (OP) has been dating his fiancé for over seven years. OP proposed last year when he finally felt ready to take the relationship to the next step. Even though he though…

The timing never lined up for this woman's parents to meet her future husband's parents—so naturally, have them meet on Thanksgiving.

Welcome back women and men of the world. As someone who’s traveled a lot in their life, and mostly alone, it can be more than daunting to be with someone else. Traveling solo definitely isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but for those who enjoy it, it’s one of the most exonerating experiences one could have. You’re left to your own devices, you don’t have to compromise for anyone, and you meet a lot of new people when you’re traveling solo. Deciding to travel with a friend is a big decision. Your bub…

You've heard of the Karen. Meet the Karen mother-in-law, or the mother of all Karens.

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…

Weddings should be joyous events that celebrate the joining of two individuals and their common love. However, what would you do if the bride insisted that you wear a gown that made you uneasy and self-conscious? Would you submit to the bride's demands without question or would you stand your ground? The bridesmaid who was frustrated is described in the story below. The bride and the original poster (OP) had been friends for nearly a decade. OP was therefore thrilled to hear about the bride's e…

True, not every love story is as enduring and well-known as the ones found in fairytales. It could take some effort on the part of a couple to establish a strong foundation that will last. The story below describes a man who is crushed. The original poster (OP) and his girlfriend Sierra were inseparable for four years. The first few months of their dating were fantastic; OP was content, confident in his love for her, and excited about what lay ahead. However, things turned south when he propose…

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…

Selecting a name for your child—or, more correctly, putting up with the long and tiresome process—is a difficult task. Political correctness sometimes has to be set aside due to the immense pressure to please your partner, your unborn child, every member of your family, and the people closest to you. The story below is an account of a frustrated brother. The original poster (OP) felt forced into a disagreement that wasn't really about him. While waiting for their first child to be born, OP's br…

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…

Your kids should always come first in your life. But what if you secretly knew that you should stick to your child's schedule—including potty training—despite the fact that it would cause inconvenience to everyone around you? The original poster (OP) has a lovely 2-year-old daughter. OP and his husband recently decided that their little daughter was ready to begin potty training. At first, everything was going rather well, but all changed when their family took a vacation to Hawaii. Without any…

Trust is the cornerstone of all relationships, romantic or platonic. A friendship cannot last a lifetime if it is not based on a solid foundation of trust. Having said that, how would you respond if your closest friend accused you of having an affair with her husband? Would you make every effort to disprove her, or would you accept that your friendship has ended and head your separate ways? A puzzled woman is described in the story below. The original poster (OP) is a married woman with a close…