My name is not common. I still correct people in work emails when they get it wrong.
Courtesy of the authorI don't have a common name, and I would dread my first day of school.I thought that...
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My husband and I moved in with my in-laws because we can’t afford a home in Houston. We have zero privacy, but we’re saving money.
The author (not pictured) lives with her in-laws.South_agency/Getty ImagesMy husband and I can't afford a starter home in Houston, so...
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I was unsure about my relationship of 8 months. A couple I met on a cruise gave me the advice I needed.
AscentXmedia/Getty ImagesI took a cruise with my then-boyfriend, despite being unsure if he was the one.At the cruise, we met...
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After grad school, I moved in with my mother-in-law in Italy to save money while I job hunt. I’m learning it’s OK to ask for help.
The author moved in with her mother-in-law after she finished grad school.Courtesy of Catherine WorkI just finished my second graduate...
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I never talk to strangers on the plane. After my dad died, a passenger helped me talk about my grief.
The author (not pictured) used to avoid talking to strangers in the plane.skynesher/Getty ImagesI was traveling alone to see my...
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My father and I work at AT&T together. On our hourlong commutes, he teaches me valuable lessons about life and my career.
Nicole Wen (right) and her father (left) commute to work together every day.Courtesy of Nicole WenNicole Wen works with her...
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As a digital nomad, I thought dating was impossible. But I had a whirlwind romance in Argentina and developed a long-distance relationship.
The author (right) met his partner (left) while traveling.Courtesy of Harrison PierceI'm a digital nomad and met my partner in...
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I took myself to the movies alone. I ended up falling in love.
FanPro/Getty ImagesAfter not doing it for a while, I decided to take myself solo to the movies.I started chatting with...
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My name is Karen. People online use it to make fun of me.
The author has a love-hate relationship with her name.Courtesy of the authorGrowing up in Egypt, no one could pronounce my...
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I was happily married for 11 years. Then, my husband joined the military.
Brittany Meng hugs her husband in military uniform.Courtesy of Brittany A. MengI knew supporting my husband's military career would require...
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