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AIBU to think that comprehension just isn't a strong point with some people.

559 replies

AngelsOnHigh · 29/09/2014 08:12

I've noticed this quite a lot over the time I have on MN.

Referring to a recent thread re early retirement. The poster quite clearly stated that DH wanted to retire in 14 months (when mortgage paid) and wanted her to retire at the same time. She is 10 years his junior and works part time.

OK, first answer was "So he wants you both to retire in early forties"

Second response "Can you change to part time work"

I can understand this if we were 10 pages into the thread because we don't all have time to read all responses, but come on, the first two responses?

OP posts:
Lookslikeimstuckhere · 30/09/2014 09:16

Sharon?

IndiaKnightGarden · 30/09/2014 09:15

Tell them to fuck the fuck off to the far side of fuck, and when they get there, to fuck off some more.

KoalaDownUnder · 30/09/2014 09:11

Also, were you the OW by any chance? Hmm

KoalaDownUnder · 30/09/2014 09:09

Frankly, you sound controlling. You're not your DSC's mother, and never will be. Butt out, OP, and let your DH handle it.

whattheseithakasmean · 30/09/2014 09:02

I can't believe you didn't discuss your children's names, choice of nursery wallpaper, views on macro economic policy and who you would spend Xmas with BEFORE you had children with this man.

TinyTear · 30/09/2014 09:01

Marking place.

Nothing to add but making my place

Place marking

I need to see how this ends.

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BeckAndCall · 30/09/2014 08:58

Wont anyone think of the children?????

SextonBlake · 30/09/2014 08:54

You should send your SD to private school, even if it means that you can't pay the mortgage. You knew what you were getting into when you met him. Do you resent her? No wonder she plays up and slaps you.

chemenger · 30/09/2014 08:50

I think Piglet John is the best person to answer this. In the mean time open the windows and consider a dehumidifier.

Thebodyloveschocolateandwine · 30/09/2014 08:47

I blame the social workers

SextonBlake · 30/09/2014 08:43

^ THIS.

AndyWarholsOrange · 30/09/2014 08:43

OP I have to confess that I've never really learned to bake but it's DH's 50th soon so I'd and the DCs would really like to bake him a cake so am after foolproof recipes.
He HATES fruitcake and DS is allergic to raisins so recipes for ANYTHING EXCEPT FRUITCAKE would be really appreciated.

Hi OP here is my very own recipe for extremely fruity fruitcake.

OP You do realise that dried fruit contains 188 grams of sugar per 100 grams!!!!!! No wonder your DS is obese!!

HazleNutt · 30/09/2014 08:34

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Delphiniumsblue · 30/09/2014 08:02

I blame the teachers.

Shockers · 30/09/2014 07:35

I can no longer play on the DC's trampoline for this very reason Sad.

ViviPru · 30/09/2014 07:28

Well what did you expect if you didn't rinse your mince?

Walkacrossthesand · 30/09/2014 07:14

Seriously derailed thread here, folks. OP, I know you're in shock, but do try to eat something - some soup, or a banana.

7Days · 30/09/2014 06:55

wow. just wow.

combust22 · 30/09/2014 06:54

I like him to give it a good lather with soap before we go down that route. Not being funny OP- but could it be his personal hygeine that puts you off?

Nessalina · 30/09/2014 06:46

I can definitely see a line!! Congrats OP Thanks

fanjoforthemammaries7850 · 30/09/2014 06:36

Cool thread. Apart from the people being dicks with their wee digs about mentioning disability. No need really

ninetynineonehundred · 30/09/2014 06:26

Going back to the original point. Yes I dislike it when people don't answer the original thread looks at everyone who has posted on the last 12 pages in a stern voice

revealall · 30/09/2014 06:03

Op you need to suck it up.
I made good choices and worked very hard to get where I am.

MrsWombat · 30/09/2014 03:51

Is this a reverse thread?

Coughle · 30/09/2014 03:47

HOW ABOUT A FUCKING COURSE IN MEDITATION?