The minute you and your spouse welcome a baby into the world, everything you have known up to that point drastically changes. Suddenly, your partner is more focused on the baby than on you. Everyone is preoccupied with the baby, so suddenly you have no time to prioritize your needs and wants. However, a modification such as the one mentioned above can have a big effect on the parents. Would you therefore be critical of or hold your spouse accountable for their inability to cope with the change?…

Without mutual respect and trust, a marriage cannot last. Thus, if your friend approached you with a notion about her husband that she finds unsettling, what advice would you give her? The story below is an account of a heartbroken wife. The original poster (OP) recently tied the knot with the person she had imagined would be her lifelong partner. However, as fate would have it, she happened to overhear women around her discussing how they could 'have it' with the groom at any time. Despite the…

In a marital relationship, trust is essential. A partnership cannot thrive and ultimately fails when there is no trust between the partners. The story below is an account of a stunned wife. The original poster (OP) and her partner have been together for almost ten years and have two children together. OP has relied on the assistance of her teenage neighbor to watch and take care of her children ever since they were born. The kids and the babysitter were infatuated with one another, and everythi…

As of this very moment, no introduction needs to be made. We now know more about the woman who was first charged with financial adultery only to discover later that her spouse had been unfaithful and had unintentionally impregnated his coworker . The original poster (OP) is no longer bound by her unfaithful ex-husband and has been making an effort to move on with her life as a single woman. Following her divorce, OP has been blessed with a promotion and a roommate who will support her as she mo…

Planning a wedding is incredibly difficult. So many things need to be booked and budgeted for. The venue, photographer, flowers, catering, DJ or band, and wedding guests are just the tip of the iceberg. There of tons of little details that must be accounted for that don't really become clear until you have to plan a wedding yourself. I mean, there are blogs, YouTube channels, books, and even whole careers that are dedicated to the art of wedding planning. Honestly, though, most guests aren't go…

Every family has a unique story to tell. Nonetheless, loyalty inside the family is the most crucial quality to uphold and protect. Loyalty and friendship allow you to overcome any obstacle. The story below is an account of a heartbroken girlfriend. The original poster (OP) has been dating her current partner for three years. She has adopted the position of stepmother to her boyfriend's 17-year-old daughter, despite the fact that she and him were never formally married. At first, all was well, t…

Weddings are supposed to be joyous occasions that mark the start of a young couple's journey towards a prosperous future. On this particular day, everything Ideally ought to go as smoothly and incident-free as possible, but what would happen if everything went wrong? What does the day mean, then? I stumbled across a post on Reddit while perusing the community that piqued my curiosity and made me want to learn more. 'What's the wildest reason you've ever heard for someone calling off their weddi…

All relationships require work, but the ones that last are the ones that have effective communication, a strong sense of mutual respect, and an unwavering commitment to support one another. The story below is an account of a betrayed husband. The original poster (OP) and his wife had been together for over ten years. OP truly adored his wife, so when she showed interest in higher education, he felt compelled to fulfill her aspirations. He had no idea, though, that his considerate gesture would…

The bond between a married couple is intricate, dynamic, and multifaceted. Before entering the holy union, one should have covered all the bases and checked all the boxes. The most important thing to make sure of is that your spouse is over his ex and fully committed to you and the future you share. This is the story of a grieving wife. Having recently tied the knot with her current spouse, the original poster (OP) had high hopes for a happy future. In regards to her marriage, as OP puts it, ‘I…

It's situationship #10. Do YOU even know what your heart wants at this point?

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…

Does a friends with benefits relationship ever work out? That's the million-dollar question.

In life, friends come and go, but your family is forever. So, how would you respond if your own brothers no longer considered you to be family? Would you give up and admit defeat, or would you persist in attempting to make amends? The story that follows is an account of a frustrated sister. The Original Poster (OP) recalls the moment she realized her siblings had never seen her as a member of the family. OP, the youngest of her siblings, has always held her three older brothers in high regard.…

Talking about your ex? Cue the clown music.

Didn't know the initiation to ‘Hot Girl Summer’ was heartbreak…

Don't Break My Heart, My Achy Breaky Heart