Since your name is particular to you, it needs to appropriately represent who you are. However, would you change your name and risk upsetting others around you, or would you just swallow your pride and go by a name that doesn't feel right, if you've determined that the one you were given no longer fits the woman you've become? The sister-in-law who is frustrated is described in the story below. The original poster, Evelyn, has changed her name to Indie. While Evelyn is a wonderful name, OP felt…

Our top concern should always be the happiness and well-being of your family. Having said that, how would you respond if your sister had given her upcoming baby the silliest name possible? Would you say something, or would you just keep your mouth shut and hope that everything works out? The story below is an account of a frustrated sister. The original poster (OP) and her sister had always been very close. But when the sister announced that she was expecting, their relationship grew even close…

Establishing a friendly relationship with your neighbor is essential if you want to enjoy your tenor. Having said that, how would you react if your obnoxious neighbor attempted to dictate your every move? The story below is an account of a frustrated neighbor. Just recently, the original poster (OP) moved into a new home. Everything was going great at first, but things quickly got out of hand when the woman who lived next door knocked on her door. The neighbor, who could see OP getting ready in…

It is vital to make sure that everyone has a similar, if not identical, vision for the trip before it ever begins. In this sense, you share the same timetable and want to visit similar destinations. The story below is an account of a traveler. The original poster (OP) has a passion for travel. She has visited more than 95 countries up to this point. Her next journey would take her to the far-off nation of India, where she would meet up with an old friend who had coincidentally crossed her path.…

For good reason, people discourage merging business with pleasure: things never, ever turn out well. The story below is an account of a frustrated cousin. The original poster (OP) gave $5,000 to his cousin a few years ago, stating that his cousin was in dire need of help due to serious financial problems. Years later, though, the cousin's financial circumstances have much improved, but he still won't pay OP back for the $5,000 he so kindly loaned him, and he keeps silent whenever the topic is b…

Sincerity is necessary for friendships. But is it possible to be too truthful? The story below is an account of a loyal friend. The original poster (OP) had recently attended a friend's wedding. The bride and her boyfriend were quite close, so she got an invitation to the bachelorette party at Niagara Falls. During the bachelorette party, the bride complains about how she doesn't like one of the groom's closest female friends. The bride continues by saying that she would never have invited the…

Ensuring the happiness and health of your children is your ultimate goal as a parent. The story below is an account of a frustrated mother. The original poster, often known as OP, just went through a divorce. Following a cordial and amicable divorce, the two individuals pursued new romantic relationships. The two couples got along well at first, but their dynamic shifted dramatically once OP's daughter received the assets she inherited from her paternal grandparents through the mail. The daught…

It's an exciting and sometimes stressful process naming your child because everyone feels free to give unwanted advice and 'guidance'. But what would you do if, after several months of thought and debate, you finally decided on a name for your son, only to have your sister-in-law outsmart you and give her son the name you had planned for him? The story below is an account of a frustrated sister-in-law. The original poster (OP) had just given birth to her first child. For their little angel, the…

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…

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…

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…

A marriage is a vow of love and a legal contract that binds you to your spouse for eternity. Therefore, before you ask your significant other to marry you, you should be fairly certain that they are the ones you were meant to be with. The story below is an account of a confused wife. The original poster (OP) and her partner had only recently tied the knot, having dated on and off since high school. Soon after they reconnected, the two realized they had been destined to be. Therefore, they marri…

Your family should always come first in your priorities. But after twenty years, what would you do if you discovered that you and your partner were related? The narrative that follows is the story of a frustrated wife. The original poster (OP) and her spouse have been together for nearly two decades. For Christmas of last year, OP bought herself and her husband DNA tests and an ancestry account. So after doing an extensive amount of research, she found out that she and her husband are somewhat…

Weddings ought to be joyous occasions designed to toast the happy couple as they take their first steps toward a shared future. But what would you do if the wedding was at best a passable affair and you were forced to suffer for hours on end? The story that follows is from a displeased wedding guest. The original poster (OP) decided to share his opinions and unhappiness on Reddit after recently attending a wedding. The wedding was poorly planned, and the needs of the guests—many of whom had com…

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…

Your family should always be your top priority. However, how would you respond if your sister-in-law planned a yearly visit to your home that you dreaded every single year? Would you submit to her demands in silence out of loyalty and respect, or would you stand your ground and establish boundaries that would turn the visit from complete mayhem to something somewhat pleasant? The story below is an account of a frustrated sister-in-law. With her husband by her side, the original poster (OP) is t…