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Aupair

An au pair is a young adult (usually 18–30) who lives abroad with a host family. In exchange for childcare and light housework, the family provides free room, board, and a weekly or monthly stipend. It is primarily a cultural and language exchange program rather than standard employment.

How the hell is a single person supposed to keep up?!

I have joked that polycules have gained popularity because the cost of living is exploding but like… Seriously though… The whole world just feels impossible to navigate when you’re on your own. Working a full time job and staying on top of household chores and bills and taxes is already daunting.... read more

different perspective

He Texted Me About Gender Roles… and Got Mad When I Disagreed A man messaged me saying a wife should stay at home while the man provides financially. That’s his belief — and he’s entitled to it. But I shared my perspective: partnership should be based on mutual respect, not outdated roles. To me,... read more

Why I believe some people just want the benefits of a relationship and are not ready for one.

I'm in a relationship and the first thing I tell people is it can be great with the right person but it takes work and labour and investment that some people aren't used to... and need to learn to GET used to it if they want a happy and secure relationship. What is that work? It's called Emotional... (edited) read more

A question for the masses

So my partner and I have had a few failed attempts at dating over the last year, both together and separate...we prefer kitchen table becauseits what works best for us but is not a requirement..but they have shown me what I need out of another partner. And I would like honest opinion on what I have... read more

So whats the big deal with immigration?

There is an ongoing concern about immigration in western countries. It looks like everyone wants to keep the immigrants out citing all sorts of reasons like taking our jobs, not integrating with the culture or just being outright racist. So after living in one such country and my family living in... read more