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Dire straits

By Sandy - 09/06/2026 11:00 - United States - Los Angeles

Today, I called my ex to ask if he could help with bills and buying some nice things for my son. He said, "Look, I'm not going to keep doing husband and father shit for a woman who won't marry me and a kid who isn't mine. Go call his dad." His dad is a deadbeat. He knows this. FML

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Forrice 12

Tuesday 9 June 2026 20:30

Your EX is actually a proper man with boundaries, Really what did you expect? he is an ex and not your babydaddy.

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Forrice 12

Tuesday 9 June 2026 20:30

Your EX is actually a proper man with boundaries, Really what did you expect? he is an ex and not your babydaddy.

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