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How to Keep Family Out of Our Finances!
Asked by N.W. from Chicago
on August 11, 2009
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Things have been tough for us for a while financially, and recently I lost my job. Still, we struggle along.
Recently my brother had a birthday and we couldn't affo...
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- Oh my gosh, you poor girl! I can't believe that you have to put up with this from your own family! It sounds like you have it all perfectly together and your prioritie...
- On my in-laws side we decided for Christmas we will only do a grownup grab bag, and the kids will just get gifts from Grandma. We do not exchange gifts with siblings o...
- Your mom seems to have forgotten what matters most in life. It's people not stuff. Even if you bought your brother an expensive gift he would hardly remember it a year...
Angry Mom Seeking Advice on How to Handle Such Ignorance
Asked by M.M. from Dallas
on July 24, 2009
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okay ladies let me give u some history on these people. the man has four girls with one woman and a son with another. well the woman who has four girls with is pregn...
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- M., This is just my two sense, even if they do have a boy they will still ask you for $$$... If you continue to give you will enable them to always depend on you. I...
- yeah i knew a family who kept trying for a boy. it took 8 girls before they had one. then the woman put her foot down and said she was done. guess who wanted the bo...
- Ignorant or lazy? The Bible says if you don't work, you don't eat. If they ask for money, ask if they are working - no? sorry, "but if you don't provide for your fam...
Husband Wanting to Take Son on a Buisness Trip, Some Issues?? Kind of Long...
Asked by A.L. from Kansas City
on June 17, 2008
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My husband wants to take my son to Texas, on a buisness trip (his family resides in TX). Obviously he is the daddy, and I don't have any issues with the two of them do...
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- Uh...I hate to do this but I think you are way over reacting to the situation. The boy will be fine and have a great time hanging with cousins. I don't know why you ...
- Hmmm, I think you may be worrying too much. About the nanny, thats a no brainer, if you trust your sister-in-law and she trust the Nanny, then you should not worry. ...
- Question ......... Why aren't you going too ?
Ladies I Need Some Advice!
Asked by R.H. from Denver
on August 30, 2008
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Hello Ladies...I have two wonderful little boys and am lucky enough to be a stay at home mom. But, lately my husband feels as though noone in the world appreciates hi...
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- You "get" to have these things? Being a stay at home mom, you "get" nothing but love,vomit,poop,throw up,and nasty diapers. Do not get me wrong, I have two boys ages3&...
- Many husbands that I know (including my own) think that stay at home moms have it easy. This is a point of contention in many of my friends' marriages. I think that wo...
- in a very loving and prayerful way way (that means pray for help), tell him that he would be happier if he wasn't so focused on himself.
Can I Vent About Myspace?
Asked by D.D. from Portland
on February 6, 2008
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Here's my thing....and I apologize ahead of time for sounding stupid...
I have a Myspace account first and foremost to keep in touch with many friends around the worl...
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- I am hearing that you are hurt and offended, and have good reason for what you feel, and believe you have the right to express your feelings to people who "should" do ...
- Hi DD! Children, especially young teens, can say the most hateful things - and right to our faces. I know it can hurt when we have extended ourselves to a young per...
- Michelle and Peg have given you good advice. I'll add that in todays social climate it's not just teens who mouth off. Yes, she should say she's sorry. How do you k...
Saying "No" to Sensitive In-laws
Asked by M.G. from Los Angeles
on July 11, 2008
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My in-laws are coming to visit in November and they are generous enough to treat me, my husband and our would-then-be 8-month-old to a lovely 4-day cruise. They want u...
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- Earplugs might work! My husband snores and I'm a light sleeper. They're a lifesaver. Otherwise, I'd tell them that the baby will keep them awake, and you'd like a s...
- If they are the ones who are footing the bill, I don't think it's appropriate to ask them to spend more so that you can have your own room. If you can't afford to pay...
- Hi M. - You could use the old "the baby will keep YOU up, mom & dad" -- and likely at 8 months there will be teething issues and the baby will be keeping people up,...
Please Help!!
Asked by C.A. from Chicago
on November 25, 2006
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Hi everyone. I am a single mom with a 2 1/2 year old daughter. After a TERRIBLE divorce, I was forced to move back into my parents house. After a long search, I fina...
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- I wish there was something I can do to help you out but unfortunately i have no resourses at this time to do so. the only thing i can offer is this---http://www.co-abo...
- Hello Denise, I just wanted to let you know that you are not alone. I am also a divorced mom (my son is five) who escaped an abusive relationship... and who does not...
- I dont't know if your daycare is something that you're attached to, but I live in Albany Park, and there are tons of great apartments over here in that price range. I'...
Discriminating Mother in Law
Asked by H.S. from Detroit
on June 22, 2007
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My husband and I met when we were seniors in High school in 2001. My husbands family is a mixture of different sects of Christianity and I come from a blended family,...
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- She sounds HORRIBLE! First of all, I would stop trying to let her have a relationship with your children. I would just tell her that when she wants to see them, she ...
- Yay for sleeping through the night!!! Sorry for the heartache w/your family :(
- H., There's not much you can do about her decision to postpone seeing your children, but dont let it affect the person you are. Continue to ask her. That part ...
How Do You Pull Yourself Out of the Hole.
Asked by M.S. from San Francisco
on January 16, 2008
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I was married 10 years. My husband had an affair with a family member and then divorced me. We have 2 kids. I am a full time student. I had to move out because we ...
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- Bless you, Shattered is exactly what you are. A vessel that held a husband, a future with him and your children, dreams, love, connection, assistance, etc. That ves...
- It sounds like you are taking all the right steps. I know this is really awful. The only advice I would offer you is to surround your kids with love and make sure th...
- Oh M. I am so sorry. Sounds so hard. You want of course to pull yourself out, but I am a believer in giving grief it's time. You have had a lot of losses- husband, fam...
Step Sister
Asked by T.C. from El Paso
on February 2, 2007
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I have a little bit of a dilema. My mom, a year ago, married a great guy who has a 13 yr old daughter who lives with them. I get along great with him & his daughter. S...
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- Hi T., You show a great deal of caring in bringing up this issue. If your step sister is talking with you about other things, perhaps she will discuss her feelin...
- Right now your son trusts you not to tell anyone but if you do you might possibly ruin the trust you have with him. I would talk to your son and let him know to let yo...
- Tell, tell, tell! If you know something that is causing you this much concern I believe you should tell them. They need to know what is going on so it can be dealt w...
