Within the family, favoritism is not unheard of. But when does someone have to stand up, declare that they can no longer tolerate their parents' disregard, and make an effort to break free from their authority? Below is an update to a story that was published just over a week ago. The original poster (OP) recently got married to the love of her life in a private ceremony that was seen by all of her friends and relatives. Her parents caused a stir in the family and the community at large by pref…

They changed the baby's name!

Being loyal to one another is one of the most crucial qualities that siblings should have since it forms the basis of every close-knit relationship. In the story below, the step-sister is baffled. The original poster (OP) allowed her brother-in-law to deceive her sister for a long time. In this case, OP's sister and her partner are the proud parents of a handsome baby boy. The sister stays at home to raise the baby and her husband fulfills the financial requirements of the household. At first,…

His subconscious told on him.

Happy birthday, grandma!

Your family should always come first in your priorities. But when it comes to family, is it possible to be overly committed and devoted? The story below describes a frustrated husband. The original poster (OP) has become his niece's primary male role model since the passing of her father. So when the time came for her to tie the knot with the love of her life, she asked OP if he would grant her the privilege of walking her down the aisle on her wedding day. OP was thrilled to hear the wonderful…

The cornerstone of any good relationship is honesty. But is it possible to be too frank? Or can you say practically anything and get away with it if your intentions are pure? The story below tells the tale of a confused friend. The original poster (OP) talks about how she told her friend that she thinks she's ruining her fiancé’s life. To put things in perspective, OP's friend begged her to find out when her partner intends to propose. During the exchange, he made it clear that, despite not bei…

Healthy relationships take ongoing effort. Only those couples who genuinely love one another will persevere through both good and terrible times and emerge from the experience stronger. The story that follows is the story of a frustrated wife. In addition to working to support her marriage, the original poster (OP) is a doctoral candidate. Unsurprisingly, OP works very hard to maintain a healthy work-life balance. With the faculty comprising professors, students, wives, and other family members…

The birth of a child is an exciting event. It is a wonderful joy to welcome a new member of the family, and it ought to be celebrated. That being said, there are typically challenges and a range of emotions involved, just like with any momentous occasion. The story that follows describes an irritated husband. The original poster (OP) is expecting a baby with his wife. The couple decided that if the baby turned out to be a girl, the wife would name it, and if it turned out to be a boy, the husba…

Your family should always come first. Having said that, limits should always exist in families to ensure that no one disturbs the peace within. An irate SIL is described in the narrative below. The original poster (OP) and his spouse had been married for a considerable amount of time. A few years ago, the couple, hoping to someday sell the house and recoup their costs, made a large financial investment while the wife's parents were still living in her childhood home. But as fate would have it,…

Above all, your family should always be your top priority. Since none of us have any control over the others in our family, we must establish boundaries if we want to lead a calm and peaceful life. The original poster (OP) and her father had always been very close. But when her mother decided she wanted to build a relationship with her husband's long-lost father, despite her husband's strong objections, things took a bad turn. The once-happy family has split into two factions: the first group i…

He kept bringing her up over and over...

There are quite a few unspoken rules when it comes to speeches at weddings. They're unspoken because one would think that they are common sense, but alas, today's thread is testimony to the fact that these rules may need to be engraved on some stone slabs from a holy mountain so that some people will finally get it. First thing's first, you have to make sure that you're supposed to be giving a speech before you make one. That is to say, make sure that it's not actually just supposed to be a rea…

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…

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…

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…