We both have full-time jobs, but taking care of our two young children, keeping the house clean, and ensuring there’s food in the fridge still fall on my shoulders, according to my husband. I’m exhausted.
I can’t understand why my son and his wife decided to have a baby at this point in their lives. It’s clear that their careers are their main focus, leaving the upbringing of their child entirely to a nanny. I get it, work is important, especially when you’re contributing positively to society. But my question remains: why bring a child into the world if you’re not going to be there for them?
After eight years of marriage, I finally broke free from the ingrained stereotypes imposed by my mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law about being the perfect wife. A wife who works, takes care of the kids, and keeps the house in pristine condition, cooks delicious meals, and ensures her husband is well-fed and happy. My husband, Jeffrey, took it all for granted, resting on his laurels, but things were about to change
After landing a job at my friend’s startup, I found myself constantly on the road, assisting clients with various home repairs. Known as the “handyman,” my earnings were modest, and so were my meals at home.
Life at the office is usually mundane for Gabriel, who spends his days buried in data analysis. With most of his colleagues being women, social outings are rare, and his friends are too busy. Recently, his wife, Willow, has been distant, spending less time with him. When the new colleague, Madeline, suggests a walk after work, Gabriel is taken aback but decides to accept, unaware of the revelations that await.
Imagine living with a growing resentment towards your spouse, a sentiment so strong that it drives you to seek refuge in your workplace. A few years ago, this would have seemed unimaginable to me. Yet, here I am, constantly irritated and longing for an escape… Continue reading “Hiding at Work to Escape My Husband’s Annoyance”
