Our Antonella tells it how it is
I want to stay home
QI’m due to go back to work after my maternity leave, although I don’t want to. Problem is, my husband isn’t keen on me giving up the career that I’ve worked hard for. He said he’s happy to support us while I look for another job but isn’t happy with the idea of me stopping all together. I’m thinking of just quitting without telling him. Is that bonkers?
AYou’ve just had a baby so it’s normal that your priorities have changed, but you don’t have to put your career on hold forever, pet. Trust me, you may well find that you’ll be skipping to work by the time they start school! But if you can afford it, don’t
Over the rainbow bridge
QMy dog died last month and I’m distraught – she’d been by my side for more than 10 years. She’d helped me through multiple break-ups and a few house moves. I have a new partner but he just doesn’t seem to understand why I’m so upset over a dog. It’s making me rethink our entire relationship. Am I overreacting?
AHonestly? Yes and no. I’d also be devastated if my dog died, he’s like a son to me! But I can understand that if you’ve never had a pet before you don’t get what it feels like to love them. Grief for a pet can be intense. Unless he’s being malicious about your loss, explain to him how much your dog meant to you and I’m sure he’ll understand, love.
It’s like he has two wives
QMy husband’s best friend is a woman and it never used to bother me, until she got divorced. She relies on him for everything. If she feels sad in the middle of the night, he’ll stay on the phone with her for hours. He spends weekends at hers doing DIY or helping with errands. I’m sad for her but fed up with sharing my man.
AHe’s being there for a friend, regardless of gender, and that’s a great quality, petal. You’ve got a keeper, but the problem is if he’s prioritising his pal over his own family. Why n
