Author: Rodei My
I was planning a small, intimate wedding and, with every penny accounted for, I couldn’t afford a babysitter. So, I asked my stepmom if she could stay home and watch my 8-month-old twins during the ceremony. Her reaction shocked me. She snapped, “I’m not your servant!” The words stung, and before I could stop myself, I fired back, “Then don’t bother coming!” It wasn’t meant to be harsh—I just felt cornered and stressed. In the end, I had no choice but to hire a young babysitter to look after the twins while I got married. On the big day, my…
It was supposed to be a night filled with laughter, friends, and celebration. The dining room of our London townhouse glowed under soft amber lights, the scent of roasted lamb and vanilla cake filling the air. My husband Thomas was turning thirty-six, and I had spent the entire week preparing for his birthday party. Music floated through the rooms, champagne glasses clinked, and our four-year-old daughter Hazel danced between guests in her sparkly pink shoes. I stood by the dessert table, watching her twirl, when she suddenly stopped, tugged at my dress, and pointed across the room. “Mummy,” she said…
My son recently got married to a woman I don’t know very well. They live in another state, so I only met her a few days before the wedding. At first, she seemed perfectly pleasant — polite, cheerful, even charming. But that impression didn’t last long. During a casual conversation over coffee, I mentioned that I’d been vegan for nearly ten years. I expected a simple nod or maybe a curious question. Instead, she laughed. “Oh, you’re one of those people,” she said, smirking. “I hope you won’t be too picky at the wedding.” It stung. I brushed it off…
A rainy night makes the city shimmer like a shattered mirror. I’d been driving for ten straight hours when I saw her—standing on the corner of the main avenue, drenched, one hand clutching her stomach, the other waving desperately. Before I could say a word, she yanked open the back door. “Please, please,” she cried. “I need to get to San José Hospital. The baby’s coming.” She couldn’t have been more than twenty-five. Her face was twisted in pain, her cheeks streaked with rain—or maybe tears. “Get in,” I said quickly. “We’ll make it. Just breathe.” As I pulled away,…
Losing someone dear is one of life’s most painful experiences. For many, keeping their ashes close brings comfort — a way to feel their presence even after they’re gone. Yet few realize that handling an urn containing a loved one’s remains requires not only emotional care but also mindfulness and respect. Whether you’re keeping the urn at home, transporting it to a memorial, or preparing for scattering, understanding how to handle it properly can bring peace of mind and honor your loved one’s memory. Here are three important things to remember when holding or carrying an urn with ashes. 1.…
The dream of a dream university acceptance turned into a heartbreaking family conflict for one student after her parents made an unbelievable act of favoritism. This true story of family betrayal is a powerful look at fighting for your future when the people you trust most let you down. This is the full story: I’m writing this because my dreams have been completely shattered by a betrayal within my own family—one I never saw coming. After years of hard work, I finally got accepted into my dream university, a moment that should have been filled with joy and celebration. But…
A heavily pregnant taxi driver offers a homeless and injured stranger a free ride to the hospital on a rainy night. The next morning, she wakes up to a parade of SUVs outside her house. Suited men knock on her door with a truth that alters her life forever. After two years behind the wheel, Cleo had seen every kind of passenger a taxi could carry: the 3 a.m. party crowds stumbling over their feet, families racing to catch flights, and guilty-looking businessmen who reeked of cocktails and bad decisions. She’d heard every story, dried more than a few tears,…
On a chaotic Halloween morning, a quiet act of kindness binds a teacher to a little girl in need. Years later, their bond reshapes both their lives in ways neither could have imagined — a story about compassion, second chances, and the kind of love that never lets go. It was Halloween morning, and the school auditorium shimmered with glitter, plastic tiaras, and superhero capes. Laughter filled the air like wind chimes caught in a storm — wild, bright, and teetering on the edge of chaos. I was forty-eight then — middle-aged, slightly gray at the temples, still clinging to…
Blended family disputes over inheritance happen far more often than people think. When a stepparent and stepchild find themselves on opposite sides after a parent’s death, emotions can quickly spiral — torn between grief, fairness, and loyalty. This story explores one such situation, where love, trust, and truth collided in painful but revealing ways. This is the full story: Growing up, my stepmom, Rebecca, was always the one in charge. She came into our lives after my mother passed away when I was only ten. My dad adored her, and she naturally took over — managing the house, the finances,…
Love can make us do incredible things — but sometimes, it also makes us forget ourselves. It’s easy to believe that giving everything to the person you love is proof of devotion. Yet, true love should never require you to lose your identity, confidence, or joy. In a healthy relationship, love and self-respect go hand in hand. The happiest couples are those who lift each other up — without asking one another to give up who they are. Here are 15 things you should never do for a man, no matter how deeply you love him. 1. Lose Weight Just…