Helping out a loved one in a time of need isn’t always easy. Some loved ones don’t always appreciate the sacrifices made to accommodate them. Like if someone needs a place to crash and all that is available is a couch, then that is all there is. Some homes only have so much space. This […] More
Being a caretaker can be very rewarding, but there are rules, regulations, and even laws to keep it from being financially rewarding. The elderly and terminally ill are in a vulnerable state, and there have been too many incidences of opportunistic caretakers emptying bank accounts, manipulating their clients to gift them valuable possessions or property, […] More
One of the more bittersweet elements of growing up is when the time comes where things change from your parents taking care of you, to you taking care of them. The older our parents get, the less they are able to live independently, often requiring our help. While we take some cold comfort in the […] More
Many parents can’t wait for the day that their children eventually fly the coop. Of course, over time, these same parents might one day need to move in with their grown children. Most of the time, grown-up children do not look forward to their parents moving in with them with the same gleeful anticipation their […] More
Home decor can be a very personal process for many people. It’s lovely when loved ones have good intentions and want to help decorate. But sometimes, there can be a lot of overstepping. This situation can lead to a lot of chaos. Redditor WeHateIceland wanted to discuss his experience and get feedback, so he naturally […] More
People’s lawn decor can be a bone of contention. What people display on their front lawns can cause neighborhood chaos. That is why HOAs were created. But without a governing body like an HOA, neighbors fighting neighbors over outdoor ornaments can get nasty. A deleted Redditor wanted to discuss their experience and get some feedback, […] More
Every now and then, we might find ourselves hosting someone in our home out of obligation. Even though these individuals might be the absolute last people we would ever want to set foot in our home. Nonetheless, whether for business or family purposes, we put on a good face, and allow them to make themselves […] More
Anyone who makes the decision to adopt a pet tends to love this pet, be it a dog, cat, fish, bird or any other animal, as if it were their child. As well they should, as pets need love and attention. However, not everyone, namely non-pet owners, always understands those who treat pets like they […] More
Money and death… can be a toxic mix. When someone dies, everyone wants to know what happens next. The answer can be… A LOT! Squabbling over money and property is never fun. But it happens all of the time. Redditor NotWillingToShare wanted to discuss her experience and get some feedback, so naturally, she came to […] More
Parents have very mixed feelings about when the time finally comes for their children to “fly the coop.” There is a fair amount of sadness, as it means their children have grown up, and will slowly start living their own lives independent of their families. There is also at least some relief and excitement, it […] More
Getting engaged is a huge step towards a monumental chapter in a couple’s lives. It takes a colossal misjudgment or deception to derail the path toward walking down the aisle. A bride-to-be made a tough decision about her upcoming nuptials after a major fallout with her fiancé. He presented her with a significant gesture she […] More
Who does what in a romantic cohabitating situation is really up to the people in that relationship. Does everyone work full-time? Part-time and full-time? Is someone still in undergraduate or graduate school? If they can afford it, is one person the stay-at-home partner who takes over the majority of the household chores? And who has […] More
