Married life: never what you expect

Some people should take a maturity test to get married

Some people have certain expectations when it comes to having children. They want a specific number, so many of a particular gender, etc. But the truth is, you get what you get. No matter how much you wish you had a boy, you may just be stuck with five girls; it's the luck of the draw. But actually, it's the male that determines the gender, not the female. And if you have more of a particular gender, you are more likely to have even more of that gender. Well, that reality hit hard for this husb…

Not every day is a tropical vacation

Lawyer up sis

It's important to maintain unity of stance in a relationship. Since you are now a couple rather than a standalone person, you should always consider your partner and their needs. So, how would you feel if your partner decided to approach your parents without first getting your consent? The story that follows tells the tale of a disappointed spouse. The original poster (OP) married the love of his life, and together they raised three beautiful children in a blended family. OP is the father of on…

She didn't hear that coming

Long-term relationships are something special, alright.

Couples encounter disagreements all the time while shopping, and although arguing can be normal in some cases, in others in really crosses the lines of basic respect. After exiting one store and needing to go to another across the parking lot, they faced the challenge of transporting heavy items packed in four boxes. The wife suggested driving the car over to ease the burden, but the husband labeled her as lazy, sparking an argument. Despite her attempts to explain, he persisted in his accusati…

Love Story (Memes' Version)

Bickering is a love language

In a marriage, compromise and sacrifice are essential. The tale below tells the story of the frustrated husband. The wife of the original poster (OP) offered to assist her brother with his move. To set the scene, OP's wife volunteered to help her brother, well aware that her husband, OP, would pitch in on her behalf. Her brother intends to move in with his girlfriend. The situation worsened though when the wife told OP that she would be taking their son to his first-ever baseball game without h…

When love goes wrong, everyone gets hurt.

Love conquers all?

You've made it this far, you can make it a bit further

The nerve of some men