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Dear Abby: My husband had an affair. I found out after seeing a motel charge on our bank account. I asked, and he confessed that it was with an old school sweetheart. I asked how long it was going on. He said two years. He then called her and told her I knew. He told me he had told her if I ever found out, it was over for them.

When I got on the phone with her, she said he was lying, and their affair had been going on for 20 years! WHO IS THE BIGGER MORON — HIM, FOR TELLING YOU THINGS SHE WOULD CONTRADICT, OR YOU FOR NOT IMMEDIATELY WALKING OUT THE DOOR? He invited her to his mom’s visitation when she passed. He invited her to other things as well. Now she no longer wants him because he is a liar UNLIKE THE UPSTANDING DUDE HE’D ALWAYS BEEN WHILST A-SCREWIN’ HER? and he expects me to go back to the way it was. I don’t know if there’s time to go through it all — he also had an affair with someone at his work. He said it was a one-nighter. Who knows? WHO CARES? GET THE FUCK OUT!

I’m having so much trouble with this and all the things they did together. My husband didn’t do anything with me — he skipped funerals, weddings and engagements. YOU WERE AN OBLIVIOUS DOORMAT FOR YEARS. IT HAPPENS. GET THE FUCK OUT! I was going everywhere alone. People always asked where he was, and I always had to say “working.” AND BEHIND YOUR BACK THEY HAD TO SAY SHE’S AN OBLIVIOUS DOORMAT. SHE SHOULD GET THE FUCK OUT!

The way things are now is not comfortable. YOU HAVE A GIFT FOR HYPERBOLE! He doesn’t care. He just wants his way and to not let anyone else in the family know. CAN YOU AFFORD TO RENT A BILLBOARD? It’s been two years and it’s still fresh in my mind. I don’t know what to do. KILL THE BASTARD! Counseling hasn’t helped. He wants me to forget everything. I’m going crazy. How do you trust after that? GO ALL LORENA BOBBIT ON HIM! — Lost Faith in Missouri

Dear Lost Faith: You are not crazy. You are married to a lying, narcissistic womanizer. For you to “forget everything” might require OBVIOUSLY HAD a lobotomy. Are you willing to do ADMIT that? (Don’t answer too quickly; some people would rather do anything than be alone.)

I think it would benefit you to discuss this with a licensed mental health professional HITMAN YOU FIND ON THE DARK WEB. TALK with your friends and your family as well. You need all the support they can give you ADVICE ON HOW TO KILL THE BASTARD! Your husband has plenty to be ashamed about NEEDS TO SUFFER!

A marriage without trust is no marriage at all. If you were to separate, your life would not be much different than it already is. It might even be better. From what you have written, you have already been alone for a very long time AN OBLIVIOUS DOORMAT FOR YEARS. IT HAPPENS. KILL THE BASTARD AND GET THE FUCK OUT! 

Dear Abby: Ever since our daughter moved out, married and had children, she has become a different person. She doesn’t treat my wife like a mom. They used to be close, but now it seems my wife can’t do anything right. She can’t post pictures of the grandkids when others can, and she can’t hug or kiss her grandkids when others can. When asked what she did to be treated this way, my daughter responds, “I don’t know.”

My wife wants to be a typical grandma and love, spoil and have a relationship with the grandkids, but she keeps being pushed away. I have had it to my wits’ end with my daughter because when my wife hurts, so do I. I’m ready to write her off and move on. What are we to do? — Frustrated Grandparents

Dear Frustrated: Your daughter may fear that her children will love Grandma more than they do her. You might ask your daughter if she would be open to family counseling, but don’t be surprised if she isn’t. If I’m right about that, then your idea about moving on and finding other interests with your wife to fill that empty space isn’t a bad one.

If she craves being around little children and needs to fill the time, perhaps she could volunteer for a program such as Foster Grandparents, in which volunteers work as aides in schools, day care centers, Head Start programs and family support centers. To find out more about them, visit americorps.gov. 

IS A BITCH. OR SHE’S REPRESSING YOUR WIFE’S ABUSE WHEN SHE WAS GROWING UP. EITHER WAY, IT’S NOT YOUR PROBLEM. CUT THE KID OUT OF THE WILL AND SPEND HER INHERITANCE LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE.

Dear Abby: I am allergic to a wide range of scents — perfume, cologne, laundry detergent, etc. When I am caught in someone’s cloud, my sinuses and lungs burn, which causes instant wheezing and coughing.

My husband’s friend bathes himself in a scent akin to household cleansing powder. It’s so strong, both of us can smell it in our house for more than a week after he visits. I avoid that friend like the plague and hide at the other end of the house, doors shut, yet I still suffer an allergic reaction. Forgive my being graphic, but his caustic scent gives me a bloody nose.

My husband refuses to tell his friend about the health problems I suffer after his visits. He doesn’t want to make him feel unwelcome or upset him by being “rude.” What about ME? I can’t go near the upholstered furniture the friend sits on for well over a week.

There’s no reason in the world why I should suffer in my own home. I’m afraid I’m going to explode in rage the next time he visits, embarrassing all involved. Could you please advise me how to tell the friend he stinks without being rude? –Suffering in California

Dear Suffering: It isn’t a breach of etiquette to tell someone you have an allergy problem you have been hesitant to discuss for fear of seeming rude. Call the friend BEFORE his next visit and explain that one of the products he is using causes you to have an allergic reaction that results in bloody noses. Then ask that he please not wear it when he’s in your home. This may be a conversation that’s uncomfortable for you, but to have it is essential.
THIS BLOWS! 

IT REALLY STINKS! 

IT MAKES NO SCENTS THAT HE DOES THAT. 

DO YOU THINK HE NOSE HOW STRONG IT IS?

SERIOUSLY, IF YOU CAN AFFORD IT, OPEN THE DOOR WEARING A HAZMAT SUIT AND GAS MASK AND SPRAYING A CAN OF LYSOL WITH EACH HAND NEXT TIME HE VISITS.

 

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Dear Abby: I am a middle-aged gay man who has never had any serious relationships. A few months ago, I met a 22-year-old guy. He seemed really sweet and nice, and we had good times when we were together, so I let him use me for money. He played on the feelings I thought I had for him, and I think I still do.

The other night, I caught him lying to me again and went off the deep end. He ended up blocking my number, so I know he’s not getting my text messages. I have called him at least 100 times and it goes straight to voicemail. Must I just chalk it up as “lesson learned” and try to go on? Must he just chalk it up as “lesson learned” and try to go on and find another ‘mark’ who won’t turn into a stalker?

I doubt I will ever forget him. A lobotomy might help. I know I need to go on with my life. He’s in my head right now and it’s difficult. A lobotomy might help. If it were to happen, I can’t go back to him the way we were. Although this may sound stupid and immature, I think I fell in love with him. I’m not sure. He hurt me badly because I let him use me. Thank you for any advice you can offer. — Tricked in Tennessee

Dear Tricked: I’m sorry you’re hurting but, yes, you should chalk this up as a lesson learned. You stated you’ve never had a serious relationship. If you would like to pursue one, meeting someone closer to your age with whom you have more in common would be beneficial. Check in at your nearest LGBTQ community center and sign up for an activity or event and you may meet someone. you are too stupid and gullible to be in a relationship. A lobotomy might help. I wish you luck.

Dear Abby: I am a caregiver for my elderly diabetic mother and my disabled husband, who is an alcoholic and also epileptic. Every single household responsibility falls on me — cleaning, upkeep, shopping, driving, food preparation, etc. My mother refuses to eat right for her medical condition. It’s a daily struggle. I keep everything on hand to make it easy for her, but I still have to beg and plead.

I am not well. I have several autoimmune diseases that zap my strength. I love my mom and my husband, but this has taken every bit of joy from my life. My mother doesn’t have dementia — she’s very aware of what she is doing.

As for my husband, his love for me will never come close to his love of alcohol. He is never abusive, but I have never felt so overwhelmed and alone at the same time. There are no siblings to help, and my children live out of state. Do you have any suggestions on how to keep what is left of my sanity? — Overworked in Virginia

Dear Overworked: Yes, I do, but you may not like what I have to say. It’s time to quit trying to “save” your mother and your husband from the fates they have chosen. Your mother is an adult and in possession of her faculties. Let her assume responsibility for herself and her treatment. (Or not — also her choice.)

As to your husband’s alcoholism, join Al-Anon and start attending meetings. Only he can fix his drinking problem IF HE WANTS TO. In fact, you should accelerate the inevitable…

KILL THE BITCH
 

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KILL THE BASTARD!

Ruining your health trying to help people who don’t want to be helped may be well-intentioned, but it is also misguided.

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My fiancé and I have been together several years and are getting married next year. Marriage is not something he cares about, but he knows it’s important to me and is happy to get married. WHAT A BEAST! At his request, there was no proposal, and the wedding will be tiny and simple. This is all legitimately fine with me BULLSHIT!; however, I did decide I wanted an engagement ring. I know it’s easy to bash them for being a symbol of materialism and misogynistic traditions, but I’ve always loved jewelry, and having a physical symbol of my relationship is very meaningful. IT’S BETTER THAN HAVING A KID, I GUESS!

My fiancé was on board until it came time to buy the ring; then he decided we should split the cost equally (which we do with all other expenses). This is really rubbing me the wrong way. ALL THAT MATTERS IS WHETHER OR NOT HE KNOWS HOW TO RUB YOU THE RIGHT WAY. DOES HE?

Money isn’t an issue; he’s well-paid and has no debt, and the ring I chose costs less than $900. He just thinks it’s a silly thing to buy. NO ARGUEMENT HERE! I’ve given so much to this relationship — two cross-country moves for his career YOU DIDN’T BENEFIT AT ALL, RIGHT? IT WOULD HAVE BEEN MORE FAIR FOR HIM TO GIVE UP THE CHANCE FOR CAREER ADVANCEMENT FOR YOU, RIGHT?, hundreds of hours learning his native language so I can communicate with his family DID HE ASK YOU TO?, taking on extra chores because he needs more downtime — and it hurts he won’t do this for me.

That gets me feeling slighted, but then I feel weird about: 1. Expecting a ring, or any gift in the first place. 2. Expecting a ring from someone who doesn’t care about marriage. It doesn’t help that every married woman I know has a ring her partner enthusiastically bought for her, plus a nice proposal, plus a wedding much grander than mine will be. JEALOUS MUCH?

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I feel like I’m being materialistic even though my wants are so much less than what everyone around me got. YOU ARE A SAINT! So then I just cycle through the confusion again. Am I ignoring my boyfriend’s personality and values to push societal expectations on him YES!!!, or is he failing to show up for me? NO!!!

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He: Move cross-country for my career.

You: Okay!

He: Move cross-country again for my career.

You: Okay!

He: Learn a new language so you can communicate with my family.

You: Okay!

He: Do more of the chores than I do because I don’t feel like doing them.

You: Okay!

You: Marry me using a symbolic piece of jewelry that means a lot to me and costs less than $900.

He: I don’t care, so fine, but you pay half even though I can easily afford it because I think what you value is stupid.

You have your answer, screamingly loud and clear, don’t you? And it has nothing to do with marriage, materialism or symbols.

Same answer, another way: There are so many wonderful men out there. Use what you learned here to hold out for one who loves you completely and values your happiness equally. Give yourself a chance to feel that.

 

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Dear Abby: My husband had an affair. I found out after seeing a motel charge on our bank account. I asked, and he confessed that it was with an old school sweetheart. I asked how long it was going on. He said two years. He then called her and told her I knew. He told me he had told her if I ever found out, it was over for them.

When I got on the phone with her, she said he was lying, and their affair had been going on for 20 years! WHO IS THE BIGGER MORON — HIM, FOR TELLING YOU THINGS SHE WOULD CONTRADICT, OR YOU FOR NOT IMMEDIATELY WALKING OUT THE DOOR? He invited her to his mom’s visitation when she passed. He invited her to other things as well. Now she no longer wants him because he is a liar UNLIKE THE UPSTANDING DUDE HE’D ALWAYS BEEN WHILST A-SCREWIN’ HER? and he expects me to go back to the way it was. I don’t know if there’s time to go through it all — he also had an affair with someone at his work. He said it was a one-nighter. Who knows? WHO CARES? GET THE FUCK OUT!

I’m having so much trouble with this and all the things they did together. My husband didn’t do anything with me — he skipped funerals, weddings and engagements. YOU WERE AN OBLIVIOUS DOORMAT FOR YEARS. IT HAPPENS. GET THE FUCK OUT! I was going everywhere alone. People always asked where he was, and I always had to say “working.” AND BEHIND YOUR BACK THEY HAD TO SAY SHE’S AN OBLIVIOUS DOORMAT. SHE SHOULD GET THE FUCK OUT!

The way things are now is not comfortable. YOU HAVE A GIFT FOR HYPERBOLE! He doesn’t care. He just wants his way and to not let anyone else in the family know. CAN YOU AFFORD TO RENT A BILLBOARD? It’s been two years and it’s still fresh in my mind. I don’t know what to do. KILL THE BASTARD! Counseling hasn’t helped. He wants me to forget everything. I’m going crazy. How do you trust after that? GO ALL LORENA BOBBIT ON HIM! — Lost Faith in Missouri

Dear Lost Faith: You are not crazy. You are married to a lying, narcissistic womanizer. For you to “forget everything” might require OBVIOUSLY HAD a lobotomy. Are you willing to do ADMIT that? (Don’t answer too quickly; some people would rather do anything than be alone.)

I think it would benefit you to discuss this with a licensed mental health professional HITMAN YOU FIND ON THE DARK WEB. TALK with your friends and your family as well. You need all the support they can give you ADVICE ON HOW TO KILL THE BASTARD! Your husband has plenty to be ashamed about NEEDS TO SUFFER!

A marriage without trust is no marriage at all. If you were to separate, your life would not be much different than it already is. It might even be better. From what you have written, you have already been alone for a very long time AN OBLIVIOUS DOORMAT FOR YEARS. IT HAPPENS. KILL THE BASTARD AND GET THE FUCK OUT! 

Dear Abby: Ever since our daughter moved out, married and had children, she has become a different person. She doesn’t treat my wife like a mom. They used to be close, but now it seems my wife can’t do anything right. She can’t post pictures of the grandkids when others can, and she can’t hug or kiss her grandkids when others can. When asked what she did to be treated this way, my daughter responds, “I don’t know.”

My wife wants to be a typical grandma and love, spoil and have a relationship with the grandkids, but she keeps being pushed away. I have had it to my wits’ end with my daughter because when my wife hurts, so do I. I’m ready to write her off and move on. What are we to do? — Frustrated Grandparents

Dear Frustrated: Your daughter may fear that her children will love Grandma more than they do her. You might ask your daughter if she would be open to family counseling, but don’t be surprised if she isn’t. If I’m right about that, then your idea about moving on and finding other interests with your wife to fill that empty space isn’t a bad one.

If she craves being around little children and needs to fill the time, perhaps she could volunteer for a program such as Foster Grandparents, in which volunteers work as aides in schools, day care centers, Head Start programs and family support centers. To find out more about them, visit americorps.gov. 

IS A BITCH. OR SHE’S REPRESSING YOUR WIFE’S ABUSE WHEN SHE WAS GROWING UP. EITHER WAY, IT’S NOT YOUR PROBLEM. CUT THE KID OUT OF THE WILL AND SPEND HER INHERITANCE LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE.

Dear Abby: I am allergic to a wide range of scents — perfume, cologne, laundry detergent, etc. When I am caught in someone’s cloud, my sinuses and lungs burn, which causes instant wheezing and coughing.

My husband’s friend bathes himself in a scent akin to household cleansing powder. It’s so strong, both of us can smell it in our house for more than a week after he visits. I avoid that friend like the plague and hide at the other end of the house, doors shut, yet I still suffer an allergic reaction. Forgive my being graphic, but his caustic scent gives me a bloody nose.

My husband refuses to tell his friend about the health problems I suffer after his visits. He doesn’t want to make him feel unwelcome or upset him by being “rude.” What about ME? I can’t go near the upholstered furniture the friend sits on for well over a week.

There’s no reason in the world why I should suffer in my own home. I’m afraid I’m going to explode in rage the next time he visits, embarrassing all involved. Could you please advise me how to tell the friend he stinks without being rude? –Suffering in California

Dear Suffering: It isn’t a breach of etiquette to tell someone you have an allergy problem you have been hesitant to discuss for fear of seeming rude. Call the friend BEFORE his next visit and explain that one of the products he is using causes you to have an allergic reaction that results in bloody noses. Then ask that he please not wear it when he’s in your home. This may be a conversation that’s uncomfortable for you, but to have it is essential.
THIS BLOWS! 

IT REALLY STINKS! 

IT MAKES NO SCENTS THAT HE DOES THAT. 

DO YOU THINK HE NOSE HOW STRONG IT IS?

SERIOUSLY, IF YOU CAN AFFORD IT, OPEN THE DOOR WEARING A HAZMAT SUIT AND GAS MASK AND SPRAYING A CAN OF LYSOL WITH EACH HAND NEXT TIME HE VISITS.

 

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Dear Abby: I am a widow. I supported my husband during our entire marriage with no help from his wealthy parents. My husband died before his father did. After my father-in-law’s death, I received nothing. My sister-in-law told me she would give me $5,000, but she would invest it for me and give it to me after I retire.

Well, that was 10 years ago. I just retired. When I asked her for it, she claimed she had no memory of it and got angry with me for asking. I argued and said I hated her “stingy” family, and she hung up on me. Should I ask her for the money again? — Promise Broken in Michigan

Dear Promise: No. Unless the promise your husband’s sister made was in writing, there is no way for you to collect the money. Asking for it again will not help. I’m sorry. SURE… NOW THAT YOU’RE RETIRED, YOU HAVE ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD TO WASTE CALLING A WOMAN WHO WILL NEVER SPEAK TO YOU AGAIN.

Dear Abby: I am a 35-year-old married mother of two daughters, ages 3 and 1. About a year ago, a couple our age moved in across the street. They have two boys, ages 3 and 11 months.

While we have formed a friendship with this family, I find it very uncomfortable when the family leaves our home and the father kisses my children on the cheek. The mother does not do it. I want it to stop, but I don’t know how to address it. — Uncomfortable in the East

Dear Uncomfortable: The way to address it would be to tell your neighbor that you would prefer he not kiss your children. Period. HAVE THE PERV ARRESTED. You are their mother, and asserting yourself in this role is part of your job. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY.

Dear Abby: I am a 14-year-old first-generation Polish American with a very Polish family. I don’t have a lot of issues, but I just changed schools, and nobody cares enough to learn how to pronounce my name, including the teachers.

I was named after a family member and the name has a lot of history, so my parents don’t want to Americanize it. But correcting people with no results is getting tiring. What started as a small issue now has me feeling split between my Polish and American identities.

Is it worth it to disappoint my parents to make it a little easier? — Agnieszka in New Jersey

Dear Agnieszka: What would be worth it would be to explain to your teachers and friends the history behind your name. Shakespeare wrote, “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” In this case, there’s a whole LOT behind your name, including the memory of a woman who was much loved by your family. That fact is worthy of respect. If your teachers don’t get it, perhaps your parents can explain it to them. IF YOUR LAST NAME IS ANYTHING LIKE FALTSKOG, DON’T CHANGE A THING.

P.S. Agnieszka AGNETHA is a beautiful name. Phonetically it sounds like Ann-YES-ka Ahn-YET-a, which has a musical quality. WHAT A CO-INKY-DINK! Many people have nicknames, and if your peers choose one you like, so be it.

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DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend of three years recently proposed. The issue is he’s the great-nephew of the man who jilted my great-aunt at the altar in the 1970s. My aunt dated his great-uncle for financial reasons, which she has admitted. She tried to ensure he would stay with her by “baby trapping” him and telling him he had to marry her. He agreed until the day arrived — and he didn’t show.

This shouldn’t be important to the current situation because it was decades ago, and I barely know my great-aunt. She didn’t even know my fiance’s name until the most recent family reunion when I mentioned our engagement and my soon-to-be last name. She freaked out and demanded he leave her house! She told me not to marry him, and said his family was all the same.

I don’t like my great-aunt much, but after this controversy, her children and her siblings are threatening to shun me if I marry him. The wedding is in five months, and I’m torn. Family is important to me, and while I’m not close to her, I made it a mission to be closer to her kids (my cousins) and relatives as I grew older. I know what happened to her hurt her a lot, but I feel her demand is outrageous. What should I do? Should I postpone the wedding? — PAST DRAMA IN THE PRESENT

DEAR PAST DRAMA: Let me get this straight. Your aunt tried to trap a young man into marriage by claiming she was having his child. Did she have the baby, and was the father’s paternity ever established? If your fiance’s uncle got wind of the fact that he was being falsely accused and that your aunt not only didn’t love him but was after him for financial gain, who can blame him for running? I certainly don’t.

The decision you now must make is whether you want to break an engagement to your fiance (whom I presume you know well and love after three years) or cave in to the emotional blackmail of your ethically challenged aunt. I know what I would do. This may be your chance to “break the curse.” KILL THE BITCH & ENJOY YOUR WEDDING

DEAR ABBY: After a social occasion, I come home and obsess about what I did or didn’t say. Did I act appropriately? I worry and keep doing these “reviews” in my head. It’s painful. The social occasion can be lunch with a friend, a phone call or a party. I’ve done this for years, and it’s exhausting. Why do I do this? More to the point, how can I stop? — REPLAYING IN ARIZONA

DEAR REPLAYING: While I am not allowed to diagnose an illness in any state of the Union, speaking as a “talented” amateur, it seems you have a nasty case of social anxiety. A licensed psychotherapist can help to lessen the obsessive thinking that is torturing you. Your doctor or health insurance company can refer you. YOU DO IT BECAUSE YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TOTAL BORE AND YOU’LL NEVER BE ABLE TO STOP BECAUSE THAT’LL NEVER CHANGE.

Dear Abby: I am a 29-year-old man who has been with a fantastic woman, 25, for the last year. I believe she is The One. We have moved quickly and have already settled into an apartment together.

Recently, she was asked to be a bridesmaid in a wedding between her ex’s cousin and a friend she met through her ex. Her ex will be a part of the wedding. She isn’t very close with this friend. It seems like the bride-to-be doesn’t have many other friends.

It is clear to me that my girlfriend really wants to attend this wedding. I asked her to see if we could attend the wedding without her being a bridesmaid, but she’s under the impression that we wouldn’t be invited otherwise. I felt like I couldn’t say no, so I agreed to go if she agreed she wouldn’t attend any event where her ex would be present.

But now she has agreed to be a bridesmaid, and I find myself getting upset every time the wedding is mentioned. I haven’t begun to feel resentful toward her, but I’m worried this may change as the wedding draws closer. I want to be supportive, but I also can’t ignore that I am clearly not OK with this arrangement. What should I do? — New Boyfriend in Connecticut

Dear Boyfriend INSECURE BABY: You should not be placing stipulations on your girlfriend, who is part of the wedding. For her to back out on her promise to be in the bridal party would be bad form. Pressuring her to do that is childish on your part.

You have an opportunity to be a hero and conquer your insecurity. Grab hold of it and send your girlfriend to the wedding … alone. And when you do, smile, give her a hug and tell her you hope she has a good time, and that you will be waiting with open arms when she gets back. DEFINITELY BRING THIS UP TO YOUR GIRLFRIEND, AND KEEP HARPING ON IT UNTIL SHE REALIZES WHAT A BIG MISTAKE SHE’D BE MAKING IF SHE DECIDES YOU’RE ‘THE ONE’.

 

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