It can always be an interesting dynamic when one of our close friends has a new significant other. As there’s always the initial concern as to how well they will assimilate into the group. Most of the times, they fit right in, going on to develop an equally strong bond among the group. Other times, […] More
It’s always nice to have a friend around the office… someone to vent to when you’re frustrated with work, someone who you can share a laugh with or even someone who provides constructive feedback. Some people take their professional relationships to the next level, labeling their office companions as “work wife” or “work husband.” But […] More
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and the dinner preparations are in high gear. The menus are being secured, and the guest lists are being reviewed. Those guest lists can often become an issue. Not everybody makes the cut, and that cut can wound. Redditor Socallivin1993 wanted to discuss his experience and get some feedback, […] More
Victims of homophobia can find it difficult to overcome. Even if it was in the past. Even if the bully is now a better person, the scars stay. Yes, people mature, grow, and change… But not everyone wants to have to forgive their tormentors. Redditor Flaky-Number-3617 wanted to discuss his experience and get some feedback, […] More
There is no longer any sort of set standard when it comes to wedding attire. Formal black-tie weddings have become somewhat few and far between. It’s not even uncommon these days for guests to show up at weddings in t-shirts and jeans, per the happy couple’s instructions. If anything, the only common dress code all […] More
Paris, the city of lights, the city of love. It is one of the world’s premiere engagement destinations. So many couples have cemented their love in front of the Eiffel Tower. It’s so legendary an act that it’s nearly cliché. That’s why “jokes” about marriage in Paris may not always go over well with loved […] More
Those who can invite everyone they want to a wedding are very lucky indeed. Due to venue capacity or budget restraints, most soon-to-be-married couples will have to tighten their list and exclude some people they wish could be there. Of course, some people are easier to put on the “do not invite” list than others. […] More
It can be frustrating, sometimes even downright irritating, when our partner has a hobby that doesn’t interest us one bit. Especially they prioritize this hobby over just about everything. However, most of the time, the best thing we can do is take a breath and remind ourselves that these hobbies bring our partners joy, so […] More
Most of us have known someone who was “overly friendly,” perhaps at school or at work, and they tried to excuse their behavior with being “friendly” or “harmless.” But even these people who claim to be friendly should be held accountable, pointed out the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITAH) subReddit. Redditor Emergency_Cry_9618 was alarmed when his […] More
We all fall on hard times at one point in our lives or another. And the way we respond to those challenges dictates our future. If, however, the response is to take no action at all, circumstances likely won’t improve, and the fact of the matter is more than one person is usually affected. A […] More
Dealing with half-siblings isn’t always easy. And blending families doesn’t always go well. Not everybody wants a relationship with a blood relative, so that can cause a lot of hurt feelings. This can be especially trying for kids and teens. And if the adults involved aren’t getting along, the drama can be endless. Redditor Careful_Will_7767 […] More
No one likes to be the bearer of bad news. Sadly, it’s a job we all must have every now and then. Some bad news isn’t so terrible to share, as there is little doubt that the recipient will recover from it quickly or even forget all about it in a short matter of time. […] More
