Pet's Corner

Now this is where it vexes me - she is above thirty, has a kid with a guy she's had a relationship with for two years and she's talking about getting bored? Sweet girl maybe you should've thought about that before getting yourself attached with a kid. And when did the world become all about 'excitement'? And when did it become a law? Can't I just be 'content' and 'happy' in my relationship without anyone being surprised? When did our culture become all about finding the perfect partner, and talking/texting them every minute of every day? I'm sorry, but I don't do that. That's suffocating and not a building ground for a relationship.

Also, when did it become a crime for 'you and me' to become 'we'? Another girl from work asked me why I'd prioritise my six year relationship over a career, which I'm probably not going to pursue anyway? What's wrong with people?! Can't I be a girl and dream of a family without having to 'empower' myself through work? If you want a seven to midnight career job, sure go for it. I just want my nine to five and a home and a partner to come home to. Is that so wrong? It feels like it, and it grinds my gears to no end, that someone else would attempt at pushing these 'strivings' onto me. If you ask me to believe in something, get a 'no' and leave me alone, I respect you and thank you for your respect in me. If you constantly harass me about it - I'm just shoving you in one of my many many boxes and will begin to censor your conversations with me.

Woman: If you're another one of Carl's friends I'll rip your head off! I don't care how sorry he is!

Man: Excuse me?

Woman: I said I don't care how sorry he is! Is his own fault to your information!

Man: Depends on the situation, but I really think...

Woman: Oh shut it! What'd you know? You're on his side, of course. Best mates and all... Not giving a damn about my feelings! I'm not harsh at all!

Man:Could I possibly get a wor...

Woman: You know, just because you're friends doesn't mean I trust you! You're just protecting him, that coward!

Man: I don't even know what's wrong?

Woman: Oh, don't be smart with me. Of course you do! I wouldn't be surprised if you were part of setting the two of them up!

Man: I'm sorry but I really don't see why you're blowing up on me. I have no idea what you're talking about, but it sounds like your husband was unfaithful to you, and I'm sorry to hear, but that's not what I'm calling for.

Woman: What?

Man: Wrong number.

Woman: Oh, I'm sorry... I thought...

Man: It's fine. Obviously you're upset so I don't blame you. I was just trying to get a hold of a client, but she must have given me wrong number.

Woman: Oh, I'm so embarrassed. I didn't mean to... oh god, I'm so sorry. It's just I've been getting strange calls all morning from his friends. I assumed that...

Man: We all make mistakes. Just look at me calling you.

Woman: I feel so foolish.

Man: No need to, dear. You're upset. Maybe you should get away for the weekend. Give yourself some space.

Woman: Excuse me?

Man: Go to a friend's where you can't be reached. We wouldn't want you to accidentally insulting someone who would take it personally.

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