Tag: family

#532: Maybe throw a little money at this problem of holiday sleeping arrangements?

~ JenniferP ~ 72 Comments

Dear Captain Awkward, My bedroom is the house guestroom, and has been as long as I can remember. Usually this isn’t problematic, since I’m up at school most of the year. However, during the holidays it becomes a bit of a problem, when my sister and BIL come to visit. Her old room has been … Continue reading #532: Maybe throw a little money at this problem of holiday sleeping arrangements?

#526: I’m worried that my long-distance fiance a) cheats on me b) is keeping me a secret.

~ JenniferP ~ 89 Comments

Dear Captain Awkward, I am a 15 year old male and I'm engaged to someone that I met online. I have been dating him for about a year now and he has cheated on me once. Sometimes I get paranoid and ask him if he's seeing anyone right now. I know that I may be … Continue reading #526: I’m worried that my long-distance fiance a) cheats on me b) is keeping me a secret.

#524: How do I fight with my partner without ruining everything?

~ commanderlogic ~ 146 Comments

Dear Captain Awkward (And Awkwardeers), I've been in a fantastic relationship with my partner for a few years now. He's incredibly supportive of my mental health, and complements my personality perfectly. However, and this may seem a silly concern, I'm worried about the fact that we never argue. Basically, I'm concerned that this might mean … Continue reading #524: How do I fight with my partner without ruining everything?

#467: How do I help my partner communicate better with his family?

~ JenniferP ~ 129 Comments

Dear Cap'n, I don't know how best to help my DH. This message follows us having a long, slightly drunk but happy and loving chat about his life. DH's family history is complicated. His upbringing includes some things which, when we talk about them, he agrees were "probably abuse", but explains that he's somewhat normalised … Continue reading #467: How do I help my partner communicate better with his family?

#464: My mom died and my dad started having sex with men. A LOT of men. Should I talk to him about it?

~ JenniferP ~ 154 Comments

Dear Captain Awkward, My mom died suddenly and unexpectedly 2 months ago. My parents had been married almost 40 years. A month after her passing, I accidentally discovered that my dad has been sleeping with multiple men he meets on the internet, at the gym, etc., and that he is also having sex in public … Continue reading #464: My mom died and my dad started having sex with men. A LOT of men. Should I talk to him about it?

London Meetup + #462: When is it time to cut off communication with abusive family?

~ JenniferP ~ 240 Comments

Reminder, monthly London meetup is tomorrow. Sorry for not posting this sooner, guys! It's been the week of 1000 meetings. Dear Awkward Army, London meetup this weekend, 23rd March!  All welcome. 11:00 am onwards, Leon restaurant, 36/38 Old Compton Street, London, W1D 4TT. The venue so far has worked out well, so I’m sticking with that.  … Continue reading London Meetup + #462: When is it time to cut off communication with abusive family?

#440: “It’s time to get out of my abusive home, but I am afraid to accept help.”

~ JenniferP ~ 193 Comments

Ahoy thar. Cliff notes time! Over the past four years, I: - dropped out of high school for Multiple Reasons - got a fantastic very-part-time clerical job which, although I don't **LOVE** it 24/7, has great co-workers and doesn't take up too much brainpower (which is good because I have a history of overloading myself … Continue reading #440: “It’s time to get out of my abusive home, but I am afraid to accept help.”