Family bonds are among the best and strongest, particularly those between sisters. You rely on your sister to be there for you through good times and bad, in good health and bad. Not only is your sister a member of your family, but she is also your best friend, your most reliable ally, and a fellow conspirator. So, how would you respond if your sister attempted to benefit from your savings to finance her opulent wedding? The story below is an account of a frustrated sister. The original poster…

Successes should be acknowledged. No matter the size or scope, one must constantly recognize and be proud of their accomplishments. So, what would you do if the success of one person seemed to eclipse the talent of the others? The story that follows describes the confused mother. The original poster (OP) is currently a mother of two daughters: her stepdaughter and her biological daughter. To put things in perspective, OP had only been married for a year to her current partner. The two families…

Ladies, beware of the wedding day

Entitlement unchecked

Weddings are happy occasions that may also be stressful at times. The drive to organize and execute a perfect day can sometimes cause the ones who matter most to suffer. The bride in the story below is puzzled. The original poster (OP) describes the moments building up to her big day. OP had worked together with her sister to organize the perfect wedding. OP's sister was the maid of honor for a while, but she was forced to step down from her esteemed position in order to take care of her health…

Since family is the most significant thing in the world, they should always be given top priority. But how would you react if everyone in your family started to turn against your brother? Would you stand by them heedlessly or defend your brother from the enraged mob that goes by the name of the family? The story down below is an account of a frustrated sister. The Original Poster (OP) looks to Reddit for guidance on how to manage her challenging family circumstances. OP's brother and his now-wi…

"It's too late for me, but it's not too late for them."

The idea of babies and everything related to welcoming new souls into the world is fascinating. Your child is the culmination of countless possibilities and struggles. However, there is nothing quite like witnessing your child find their way in the world. What would you do, then, if a family member attempted to cause you needless distress in order to satisfy their own needs? The story that follows is an account of a frustrated sister. The Original Poster (OP) has two half-sisters. Since the two…

The most significant thing in life is family. But sometimes it's unavoidable to pass judgment on people closest to you. The story that follows is an account of a frustrated sister. To the dismay of her parents, the Original Poster (OP) entered the sales industry shortly after high school. On the other hand, OP's sister went to college and has spent the last ten years pursuing a medical degree. That being said, OP's financial status is significantly more secure than her sister's because of her b…

Female friendships have great sway and impact. If we really, truly love you, we would stop at nothing to ensure your well-being. There's nothing like the genuine love between two friends who truly care about each other. Having said that, in the post below, a Redditor raises a key question that we have all been thinking about but have never dared to ask: 'What's a sign or trait that makes you want to be friends with another woman'. As I perused the post, I came across a lot of heartwarming, insi…

Your Chosen Sisters For Life

Just because she's your sister doesn't mean you have to break your back for her

The most dramatic day of your life -- I mean happiest...

Since weddings are joyous occasions, everything associated with them should only be characterized as amazing or thrilling; anything less is completely unacceptable. However, as we are all aware, life is full of surprises, and a bachelorette party wouldn't be the same without some drama. Thus, the account that follows is the story of a disappointed sister. The Original Poster (OP) gladly agrees to serve as a bridesmaid and takes an active part in her sister's wedding. Everyone is invited to the…

Some people firmly believe that blood is thicker than water and that family is the most important thing in the world. What happens, though, if you view your friends as family? Where do your loyalties lie? A frustrated sister recounts her experience in the story below. OP and her sister were never very close. Since childhood, OP's sister has been told she is the more attractive and successful of the two. But as soon as the girls entered high school, OP's sister got pregnant by a mysterious man.…

In a game where the prize is a man with a wandering eye, nobody wins.