Well, well, well... buckle up, folks, because this story is a wild ride! 🎢 Our leading lady has been with her man for a whopping 25 years, and she's been practically begging him to put a ring on it. 💍 But when he finally pops the question, her reaction is... let's just say, less than thrilled. 🙄 Cue the drama, the fights, and the soul-searching. 🤯 Will she stick it out with Mr. Take-It-Or-Leave-It, or will she finally realize her worth and kick him to the curb? 👠 Let's dive in and find out! 🏊♀️
Begging for Marriage for 25 Years BACKFIRED - His Ultimatum Has Her Reeling 💔
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Bombshell Breakup: 25 Years, 1 Eye Roll, and a Whole Lot of Drama! 💥
Our girl poured her heart out, hoping for a change, but her man just couldn't see past his ego. He accused her of being ungrateful, threw out the 'you're not my prisoner' card and even dared to say he wouldn't go without sex if she didn't travel with him! 😲 The nerve! 😤 But you know what? Our leading lady is starting to realize that maybe, just maybe, there's something better out there for her. It's time to know her worth and kick this man to the curb! Let's see what the internet has to say about this juicy drama!
An old lady's brutal reality check for OP 😔
ConvivialKat | ConvivialKat
Empathetic comment encourages self-love and independence from toxic partner. ❤️
Scar_Dull | Scar_Dull
OP gets played by selfish prick after 25 years. 😠
eleanorlikesvodka | eleanorlikesvodka
Don't fall for the sunk cost fallacy, you deserve better! 👏
Dry-Measurement-8425 | Dry-Measurement-8425
Why wait 25 years for marriage? 🤔
RonaldBurgundy1 | RonaldBurgundy1
Family dynamics and children's feelings must be considered carefully 👍
Electrical_Risk_1646 | Electrical_Risk_1646
Toxic relationship? Ultimatum? An honest comment calls out both parties. 🤨
DataNerdsCanBeCool | DataNerdsCanBeCool
Don't blame yourself, consider legal aid for what you deserve. 👍
thedarkestbeer | thedarkestbeer
A cautionary tale for young women chasing the sugar daddy dream. 👍
Thunderfxck | Thunderfxck
User sees through manipulative partner's ultimatum, suggests standing up for oneself.
ComparisonFlashy8522 | ComparisonFlashy8522
Harsh reply calls out toxic relationship and misplaced priorities 👎
Ok-Guidance-2112 | Ok-Guidance-2112
Questioning why she stayed with him for so long. 🤔
bmyst70 | bmyst70
Both parties seem transactional and shallow. ESH. 🤷♂️
GroundbreakingTwo201 | GroundbreakingTwo201
A commenter calls out the girlfriend for lacking self-respect 💔
APartyInMyPants | APartyInMyPants
Don't waste time with partner whose values don't align 🤷♀️
akira_fudou | akira_fudou
Woman criticized for not being independent; ultimatum backfires. 🤷♀️
Spirited_Block250 | Spirited_Block250
OP accused of staying for money and emotional blackmail. 🤔💸
DeliciousMud7291 | DeliciousMud7291
Stuck in a relationship with a controlling BF at 50s 😖
anotherdumbname82 | anotherdumbname82
Empowered woman shares why she vowed to never be dependent on a man 💪
goscbozh | goscbozh
Staying with him may be your best option for financial security 💰
libra44423 | libra44423
A harsh reality check for a woman who used a man's money.
Lilac-Roses-Sunsets | Lilac-Roses-Sunsets
Don't be a purse dog, leave him and build your life 👏
withlove_07 | withlove_07
Why stay for 25 years if marriage was important? 🤔
RonaldBurgundy1 | RonaldBurgundy1
Luxury and leisure in exchange for a doomed marriage 🤷♀️
Proseph91 | Proseph91
Divorced business owner advises on investing and self-reliance. ESH.
OkFinger0 | OkFinger0
25 years of begging for marriage, accused of being manipulative? 🤔
MissFitz325 | MissFitz325
Missed the chance to say yes, asked for too much 💍🤦♀️
Southern_Dig_9460 | Southern_Dig_9460
Harsh but true. You can't change someone's entire personality 😕
LilBoo2019TR | LilBoo2019TR
Empathetic comment acknowledges financial abuse, recommends therapy and leaving partner 😢
Tarable | Tarable
Travel, learn, and leave: a tech degree for a fresh start 🙌
Glittersparkles7 | Glittersparkles7
Empowering comment encourages self-love and growth. 👏
RadclyffeHall | RadclyffeHall
User calls out fake post, gives D+ to faux-dramatic story 🙄
Late-Champion8678 | Late-Champion8678
Savage response to a failed marriage ultimatum 😎
Remote_Bumblebee2240 | Remote_Bumblebee2240
User calls out OP's lack of self-respect and planning.
OverKookie_Crumble | OverKookie_Crumble
A scathing reply to a sexist comment 🤨
gandalf_el_brown | gandalf_el_brown
Empowering advice to take a risk and value yourself ✌️
throwawaybroaway954 | throwawaybroaway954
Partner's ultimatum and lack of self-sufficiency leads to criticism.
CommGeekGirl | CommGeekGirl
Leaving a 12 year relationship over marriage ultimatum ✌️
National-Challenge81 | National-Challenge81
User criticizes woman for not working and relying on partner
Bookkeeper12ka4 | Bookkeeper12ka4
A commenter speculates that the man's ultimatum is driven by fear of being alone in old age.
BlackieT | BlackieT
Warning to women to not neglect their financial independence 💪
Known_Party6529 | Known_Party6529
Don't dwell on the past. Let him go and focus on yourself 👍
butchqueen680 | butchqueen680
A blunt but practical advice for a loveless marriage. 👍
Miss_Milk_Tea | Miss_Milk_Tea
Insightful comment on CEO's and narcissism/sociopathy.
Torreighh | Torreighh
Get a lawyer and write everything down. Don't be manipulated. 👍
Emergency-Guidance28 | Emergency-Guidance28
A cautionary tale about relying on your partner for retirement 😰
hidingpaws | hidingpaws
Harsh comment implies unfair relationship and lack of communication.
SexWithAGhost2022 | SexWithAGhost2022
Don't think of them as wasted years, focus on yourself 👏
ConsistentRough4128 | ConsistentRough4128
Financial security shouldn't be the sole reason to take vows 👍
Kat792866 | Kat792866
Marriage might not be the only way to secure future 👍
Key-Target-1218 | Key-Target-1218
When a romantic relationship feels like a business deal 💔
Ready_Competition_66 | Ready_Competition_66
Choose to value yourself, culture can be judgmental. 👍
YouAreWorth_So_Much | YouAreWorth_So_Much
Legal advice for a woman considering marriage. 💍
[deleted] | [deleted]
OP is being called out for his unrealistic job expectations 😑
slickbillyo | slickbillyo
Staying in a one-sided relationship is exhausting and not worth it. 🙄
8ft7 | 8ft7
Empathetic comment offers support and advice for woman in need ❤
Equal-Hearing-1959 | Equal-Hearing-1959
User shuts down OP's ultimatum with a clapback.
Equivalent_Ebb_9532 | Equivalent_Ebb_9532
Advice on remote degree programs to build financial security 💻
Awkward-Owl7837 | Awkward-Owl7837
Heartbreaking truth about a relationship with a dead end 💔
Candid-Quail-9927 | Candid-Quail-9927
A blunt comment on the financial consequences of not marrying.
asbove | asbove
Time to move on and pursue your own success! 👏
G0t2ThinkAboutIt | G0t2ThinkAboutIt
Harsh wakeup call for OP's terrible decision-making over 20+ years. 😱
manofthehour25 | manofthehour25
No legal protection and no access to wealth. Tough luck 😔
JanetInSpain | JanetInSpain
Financial dependency can lead to callous behavior. 👍
Aromatic_Ad5473 | Aromatic_Ad5473
A sad but true realization of a toxic relationship 😢
slimcenzo | slimcenzo
The comment highlights the lack of security and inequality in the relationship 💔
Cafein8edNecromancer | Cafein8edNecromancer
Red flags in a relationship, leave and find better 👍
ellegiiggle | ellegiiggle
Curious commenter asks about missing kids in family drama.
[deleted] | [deleted]
SAHM must choose: stay with gravy train or face destitution 💔
Needcoffeeseverely | Needcoffeeseverely
Woman's 25-year wait for marriage ends in regrettable ultimatum. 😞
lovely_vah | lovely_vah
After 25 years, he still acts like he can drop her anytime for someone younger and better. She deserves better. 👏
LucidDelirium | LucidDelirium
Empowering comment reminds women to prioritize independence over vague promises 💪
BendersDafodil | BendersDafodil
Seek legal counsel ASAP to protect yourself and your rights 💼
Ladyughsalot1 | Ladyughsalot1
Get off Reddit, talk to a lawyer ASAP 💼
db1965 | db1965
Toxic relationship alert! 🚨 His ego is suffocating their love.
Wonkydoodlepoodle | Wonkydoodlepoodle
Harsh wake-up call for a woman after a 25-year begging for marriage. 🤯
Fickle-Nebula5397 | Fickle-Nebula5397
Living together this long is a marriage - legal consequences?
No-Throat9567 | No-Throat9567
Stop obsessing over someone who doesn't care. Focus on yourself. 👏
shelbycsdn | shelbycsdn
Codependency 101: You can't control others. Walk away 🙏
ariesgeminipisces | ariesgeminipisces
Get away from him! You're NTA but he's not changing 👋
Pineapplemofo | Pineapplemofo
Self-worth is key 🔑 Don't settle for less 🙅♀️
cosmiclani | cosmiclani
Begging for marriage for 25 years set her up for disappointment 😞
Due-Librarian-5886 | Due-Librarian-5886
Encouraging advice for moving on and building a better future 👍
TraditionalToe4663 | TraditionalToe4663