step-dad*

There's a big difference I've learned, a lot of people get offended when you call they're step parents like they're their real ones

A smelly one at that

Sometimes step parents can be a bit controlling, but it feels that way only because they're not your real parents or they're really just extreme. I always hated my step dad because was very similar and didn't do shit.

you don't say...

Take all the TP when he's in the bathroom,

It's definitely a power struggle thing. I hate pricks like that.

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No, you did.

Also, it sounds like OP was given no warning about the 3 minute rule. Plus, if OP has long hair/shaves, then 10 minutes is about the shortest I can imagine it going.

By that logic, we should all just stop showering to save the maximum amount of water. How's that sound?

130, well it's not the FML community's fault he didn't made his "sarcasm" clear. Most of us aren't stupid, we know real sarcasm when we see it. Just saying.

Let me just think about this while I go take a 15 minute shower.

Indeed. Sounds like she's going to regret marrying this prat sooner or later.

Yup. Taking away a phone is usually a punishment - but OP didn't do anything to warrant being punished. You can't follow rules that you didn't know existed. This sounds like a power play: "I control your environment and your possessions. I make the rules and I can alter them on a whim. I am in charge and you do not question me." Not so much a red flag as a red banner. Unless it's an obnoxious prank, and that's only marginally better.

Prepare for boot camp!

Considering OP is female, it's probably not possible. Take i to consideration the fact that she probably shaves which takes a bit longer. :p

Not easy if op is a girl. They gotta shave and if they have long hair it's tough

Good luck with that. For all we know, OP could be like my sister with hair down to her ankles. (No exaggeration.)

start showering at your friend's houses (though I don't know what other problems he's going to cause you because it seems like he's a controlling piece of shit)

the armed forces have disproved its impossibility

But if you're just getting up and still tired, then it'll definitely take more than 3 minutes.

Typically, armed forces are male, with little hair on their heads. Most women have at least shoulder length hair, which isn't so quick to wash and rinse. So, while it may be feasible for people in the army, it's not reasonable for everyone.

so you take a navy show. Wet yourself, turn off the water to soap up, then rise. Of just keep crying about it and rinse with your tears.

And most women shave too, so taking a shower in 3 minutes is no where near reasonable. It takes me at least 3 minutes for one leg.

You can always shave outside. It's not like you have to shave in the shower, of course it's easier but what's better? Shaving in the shower and giving up your phone? Or shaving out of the shower and having your phone?

Shaving your legs is more complicated, though. I don't use shaving cream, so I need to get soap all over my leg, and if I weren't in the shower, it'd get all over the floor. Men can shave over the sink, but women have some more trouble with that... Yes, shaving outside the shower is possible, but not worth the trouble.

@198 If you have a bath tub you can fill the bottom with about two inches of water and sit on the edge of the tub with your feet in the water. It's super easy, plus you can still use soap if you want.

#37 OP isn't in the military. My boy-short hair is so thick that it takes 3 mins to shampoo it alone and at least 10 (on a GOOD day) to condition it. Plus shaving and actually washing for a total of about 25 minutes on average. We're low income and can afford more than 3 mins for the 6 people here

Here's a shocker for you....NOT EVERYONE IS MILITARY!!!!!

Get wet, turn off water ,soap up, turn the water back on and rinse

You don't

Even hair isn't the big issue. If you don't shower within/around 24 hours, you get itchy and stinky anyway. Trust me. Just rinsing will not help.

It was when my water pressure was terrible lol it takes forever to rinse conditioner out :P by the way, I love the user name

I would just cold shower at that point. better than rushing... I may freeze my ass off but at least I'll feel clean

i really hope you are the deciding factor in his old age home.

My (ex) step father did the same, but he started timing from when I stepped over the carpet onto the lino of the kitchen, which leads to the hallway. It's about 2 4-5 metres to the bathroom from there, the door is heavy and takes a bit of effort to close (sliding door), then I had to undress, wait for the water to heat up, wash my body, legs and hair. I ended up just washing my hair once a month because of it. It was crazy. I got into soooo many scream-fests with him because I ran slightly over time.

Next time he takes a shower shut it off after two minutes.