Funerals are big business in the United States. The average amount paid for a coffin in the United States is between $2,000 and $5,000, but the price varies widely. Caskets cost as little as $500 for a very basic model, or as much as $10,000 or more for a customized or a casket made of […] More
As a Gen Xer, the showers—bridal or baby—of my adolescence and early adulthood were little affairs thrown by family, or friends, or coworkers. A person might get multiple showers if those groups didn’t overlap, but each gathering was quite small. There might be a few sweets or finger foods, usually a cake, and gifts on […] More
At least in the United States, when Baby Boomers were getting married, before their wedding, at least two parties occurred. Led by the Best Man, a groom’s friends would throw him a bachelor party at a local bar, in someone’s basement, or at a hotel. It was a last debauched hurrah before his wedding and […] More
Treating a significant other for a special birthday dinner should make for a joyous evening. However, one girlfriend’s plans for her boyfriend’s birthday were derailed by an unexpected incident that led to drama and contemplation regarding the future of their relationship. So she turned to the “Am I the A** Hole?” (AITAH) subReddit and sought […] More
First dates can be tricky. No one really knows each other yet. So, people will often set up certain personal boundaries. This way, everyone can be comfortable. However, some boundaries will rub the other person the wrong way. Redditor Adventurous-Swan-171 wanted to discuss her experience and get some feedback. So naturally, she came to visit […] More
There’s very little that brings the mood down at a night out with friends than when it comes time to settle the bill. Sometimes, everyone just decides to split the bill evenly, as it’s the easiest thing to do, even if some people are paying considerably more than they actually owe. However, those with tight […] More
Bringing a pet into your home is a great responsibility. A much bigger responsibility than many expect, who just see an adorable cuddly friend to play and snuggle with. These same people often willingly accept to watch their friend’s pets when they need to go away for an extended period of time, thinking it will […] More
The “bill dance:” an uncomfortable but seemingly necessary part of the end of every date at a restaurant. The verdict is still out over who should pay. Do the gents need to be stuck with the tab every time? Is it rude for the woman to not even offer? Is this just an outdated social […] More
Who’s responsibility is the health and welfare of children? Is it all on their biological parents or legal guardians? What about stepparents? A man who thinks his soon-to-be stepdaughter is solely his future wife’s responsibility turned to the “Am I The A**hole” (AITA) subReddit for feedback. Dentalplanaita asked: “AITA For refusing to pay for my soon-to-be […] More
Asking for help, or accepting help is never an easy thing to do. Even so, no one should ever feel shame or embarrassment when they find themself in a place that requires them to ask for help, be it from your family or friends. Things do become problematic, however, when people constantly expect help from […] More
There’s an etiquette to who pays when people dine in a restaurant, but it’s not like they’re laws. And the rules have changed over time. In general, for mutually agreed upon gatherings, everyone pays their own bill. If one person asks another person to go, usually the person doing the inviting pays, but the invited […] More
Kids can’t help but get into everything. That’s why parents try to child-proof every square inch of a home. But every environment outside the home can become an episode of “The Hunger Games.” Kids love to search and find. They’re especially curious when food is involved. Case in point… Redditor macafail wanted to discuss their […] More
