Harriette Cole: She forgot to tell me she wrecked our car
Briefly

The author expresses frustration over shared financial responsibilities in their relationship. While they pay rent and car payments, the girlfriend struggles with managing utilities and consistently incurs late fees and parking tickets, putting financial strain on the author. After an incident where the girlfriend crashed the car, it has become clear that her irresponsibility is affecting their relationship. The author seeks guidance on whether to continue in this partnership, highlighting a lack of accountability and future uncertainty.
My girlfriend and I share bills, but her reckless spending is causing strain. I feel like she treats me as a financial crutch.
Despite encouragement for responsible behavior, my girlfriend's late bill payments and numerous parking tickets leave me questioning our future together.
It's essential to address relationship expectations and responsibilities. If she can't show commitment to changing her irresponsible ways, consider cutting ties.
I find myself at a crossroads, wondering if I can continue this relationship while managing her financial irresponsibility, and if it's time to move on.
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