There's no stronger bond

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…

They say every group of female friends has a group chat with an unhinged name or random emoji.

Yes, there are times when social anxiety appears to be totally incapacitating. As a result, people react differently to different social circumstances. The story below is an account of a confused friend. For the purpose of debate, the original poster (OP) and a woman by the name of Amy were longtime friends. Amy is unable to mingle with OP's bigger group of friends due to her severe social anxiety. To the amazement of all, though, Amy had agreed to join the group on one of their regular outings…

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…

Those aren't real friends.

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. As they say , communication is key . Although we have all heard this lifelong saying, few take it to heart. I’m a firm believer in communicating problems that arise. There isn’t inherently an issue or offense to conflict, but it will most certainly spin out of control when one doesn’t express it to the people involved. This brings us to the Reddit thread . It’s about a woman getting married, who’s appointed her best friend to be the maid of honor. Her friend i…

Bombastic side eye

Sounds like she dodged a bullet

Weddings are joyous occasions commemorating the union of two people you love. However, how would you feel on the day of the wedding if you found out that the person you believed to be your friend and someone you loved deeply wasn't feeling the same things as you since they hadn't invited you to share on their special day? The story below is an account of a frustrated friend. The original poster (OP) and the bride have been friends since fifth grade. As a result, OP was overjoyed to hear that he…

Welcome back internet enthusiasts. When planning your wedding, it’s normal to want to curate it exactly h ow you want it to be; from the cake, music, venue, and guests, it’s all your say. We’ve all heard the term ‘bridezilla,’ but let’s face it, it’s her wedding so she has the right. It wouldn't be the first time that someone outside of the bride and groom chose to try and dictate wedding plans. Inappropriate, but some people lack that kind of tact. This brings us to the Reddit piece. It’s abou…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. When we hear the word ‘friendship,’ what comes to mind? People, memories of hanging out with girlfriends, laughing over pizza about our families, exes, and everything in between, crying to each other, seeking advice about guys, dates, parents, and work. Usually, a friend is someone you can rely on, who cheers you up, who you have a connection with and can trust, but it isn’t always the case. This Reddit thread is about that type of ‘friend.’ So…

The Maid of Honor is the one who made it uncomfortable

Literally us.

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. We all know what it’s like to feel jealousy. That pang of nausea, like there’s a pit in your stomach that you can’t mitigate. Like your head is swirling with thoughts and fears of betrayal, feeling like all your worst nightmares are enclosing around you. It makes us feel worthless, undesirable, and insecure. I think it’s safe to say that no one likes that feeling. It’s even worse when it’s from people you thought you could trust, such as your f…

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen of the internet. Friendship is just as important as a marriage , or relationships with family members. Friends can become family, and it’s a tight bond that deserves the same respect and open communication as any other important relationship. When we’re sick of our husbands, or tired of our families, we always have friends to rely on to take us back to Earth and make us laugh over a glass of wine. B ut in our era of no contact , no one is safe from the severity…