In an age of digital calendars and smartphone reminders, one would think forgetfulness would be a thing of the past. But for one couple, it’s become a point of contention. Our story revolves around a wife who’s had enough of playing personal assistant to her forgetful husband. Despite her best efforts, she’s found herself stuck in a cycle of constant reminders and missed appointments. But what happens when she decides to step back and let him fend for himself? Let’s dive into their tale of forgotten tasks and missed opportunities.
The Forgetful Husband Saga Begins

Wife Turns into Personal Assistant

The Wake-Up Call ⏰

The Cycle Continues

Case Study: The Hobby Store

Case Study: The Subscription Service

Case Study: The Zoom Wedding

The Aftermath

The Struggle Continues

The Tech-Savvy Husband?

The Unresolved Mystery ️♀️

The Regret and Reflection

The Apology Text

The Reminder Rumble: A Tale of Forgetfulness and Frustration
In the end, it’s a tale as old as time – a wife tired of being the constant reminder for her forgetful husband. Despite the tech at his fingertips, he still struggles to keep track of his own schedule, resulting in missed opportunities and awkward situations. The wife, on the other hand, is torn between her desire to help and her need for him to step up. The question remains: Is she right for stepping back, or should she continue to play the role of his personal assistant? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
“NTA, but husband’s ADHD changes the situation. Valuable discussion!”

“NTA. Don’t be his mother. You’ll need his help later. “

NTA for forgetting, but should have reminded him about the wedding

YTA for forgetting about the wedding, but is revenge justified?

“NTA You’re not his parent. He needs to learn to manage his own schedule.”

Engaging perspective on living with ADHD and helpful coping mechanisms

A mixed bag of emotions and opinions on this topic!
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“NTA He’s an adult for God’s sake! Let him learn! “
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ADHD struggles: Responsibility, support, and potential parenting challenges

Outsourcing reminders to partner? NTA, says the commenter.

NTA. Set reminders on his phone, but he still misses things

Engaging discussion on balancing responsibilities and communication in marriage

ADHD spouse struggles: Understanding, empathy, and shared responsibilities needed

Understanding the challenges of ADHD in relationships

ADHD and executive dysfunction: Understanding the challenges and offering support

NTA. Tough love for a forgetful husband

Soft YTA, but missing a wedding to make a point?

Married life: balancing forgetfulness and reminders

ESH. Understand and support your husband’s ADHD for a happier marriage

Understanding and accepting your husband’s disability for a better future

Understanding the struggles of ADHD and the need for support

ADHD struggles: A partnership of strengths and understanding

NTA. Boundaries, mental and emotional labor, and therapy for ADHD.

Supportive comment and ADHD context, with helpful suggestions

“NTA. Fiancé forgets a lot. We use planners, but he asks instead of checking.”

NTA – Set reminders, don’t carry the mental load alone
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Managing time at work drains him, but home is different

Taking on emotional labor: the unspoken burden of many women

“NTA. Don’t set yourself up for failure. Trade tasks.”
