Monthly Archives: July 2009
My sister-in-law thinks her kids are better than mine.
My sister-in-law has children roughly the same ages as mine. This was fun for a little while, but lately I feel like I’ve been unwillingly entered into a subtle competition over whose daughter is smarter, who gets invited to more … Continue reading
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How much should I spend on a wedding gift?
I am sort of an in argument with my friend. She said that when you are choosing a wedding gift, you should base how much you spend on how fancy the wedding will be. Like if you’re going to a … Continue reading
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News flash: if you don’t want your boyfriend to do something,you can just tell him.
My wonderful boyfriend of three years is, I think, about to propose. I’m very excited about it, but I’m nervous about one thing. I think he’s going to get me a ring, and I don’t wear rings. I don’t wear … Continue reading
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How do I get my wife to pay attention to me?
My wife pays no attention to me. She goes to work, comes home, plays with the kids, puts them to bed, takes a shower, then watches her TV shows, then goes to bed. I feel like I’m her assistant, or … Continue reading
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How can I make friends?
I used to have friends, but as an adult, I seem to have lost them all. I work part-time and I have young children, and I can’t seem to make or keep any friends. I see other women out having … Continue reading
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My co-worker is insane. Literally.
I have a coworker who I hate. Things started off pretty well and we became friends. Until one day she literally went crazy and had a psychotic episode that lasted at least three months. My managers didn’t fire her, and … Continue reading
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My team at work had a meeting the other day, and we were discussing some ideas to present on a conference call with our boss’s boss. I had a terrific idea, we were all excited, and agreed that it was … Continue reading
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This is long but worth it because a.) it’s entertaining and b.) everyone has sent an email that they’ve immediately regretted, so pay attention.
My predicament has far too many ‘shoulda asked Chea (or somebody other than me) before I did that’ stuff to even mention. But, hey, I’m desperate and mildly depressed about what I’m about to consult you about so, here goes. … Continue reading
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My mother-in-law is passive-aggressive. What a surprise.
My mother-in-law buys me clothes sometimes, but they’re always a size L or XL. I’m not super skinny or anything, but whatever she buys for me always looks HUGE. A couple times I’ve mentioned that I don’t wear a large, … Continue reading
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What’s less fun than being a bridesmaid? Public speaking while bridesmaiding!
My best friend asked me read a special poem from her and her fiance at their wedding reception. I’m very touched and I want to be there for her except I’m terrified of public speaking. Even thinking about being a … Continue reading
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