I was mortified. I kept apologising and I started crying. I felt so gross.

He was really calm and patient. He told me it had probably seeped through the mattress and we’ll need a sponge and washing up liquid. He cleaned it up without a fuss, flipped the mattress, placed a towel on the wooden boards and we put a new sheet on.

He told me not to be embarrassed and then he confessed that he used to wet the bed all the time, up until he was thirteen, which is why he knew exactly what to do.

He told me how angry his parents would get, especially when they couldn’t afford a new mattress, how his dad used to hit him for it, how worried he was every night. He said “don’t you ever think I’ll upset over something like this, because I remember how angry my dad would get and the last thing I ever want to do is be like him.”

I felt so much love for him then. I still do. I’m going to love him forever, I’m sure. He makes my inner child so happy. He makes me want to be the best and most loving and kindest person that I can possibly be.

Netizen’s comments

• This is so sweet. I’m glad you have someone that makes you feel safe and accepted when something like this happens

• This is good, but also please buy a waterproof mattress encasement. It’s also great for if you spill drinks or have pets.

In the quiet neighborhood of Toa Payoh, a seemingly ordinary night turned into a food delivery rider’s worst nightmare.

A closed-circuit television (CCTV) captured a man brazenly stealing his “rice bowl,” a power-assisted bicycle and its charger from outside a Housing Development Board (HDB) flat.

The E-Bike Theft Incident

The incriminating CCTV footage, shared on TikTok, showcases the thief’s audacious moves. The perpetrator, identifiable by the letters “SCDF” on his shirt, meticulously scopes out the e-bike before swiftly making his move.

The owner, a food delivery rider, was oblivious to the theft until he left his house at 1:45 am. The CCTV timestamps the incident at 1:20 am on Dec. 2, 2023. This discovery led to a cascade of events that would grip the local community.

The Owner’s Response

Upon realizing the theft, the owner promptly reported the incident to the police. However, he didn’t stop there. In the age of digital connectivity, he took to social media to share his plight, seeking assistance in recovering his stolen e-bike.

The power of social media became evident as the owner’s post gained traction. Sharing on platforms like Instagram, WhatsApp, and Telegram, the incident caught the attention of netizens and fellow riders, amplifying the call for justice.

The Twist: A “Misidentified Person”

As the story unfolded, a new character entered the scene—a “misidentified person” claiming innocence. The plot thickened as this individual alleged knowledge of the “real thief” and sought the removal of the incriminating video.

Negotiations ensued, revealing a peculiar agreement to return the stolen e-bike. However, this promise was shrouded in uncertainty, raising questions about the sincerity of the offer. The owner’s insistence on the return of his prized possession led to a revelation that added another layer to the saga.

The Recovery Mission

Armed with information provided by the “misidentified person,” the owner embarked on a mission to reclaim his stolen e-bike. The Mandai area became the focal point of this quest, with the rider fearing the potential disassembly and sale of his valuable asset.

After an anxious 30-minute search, the owner discovered his e-bike, though not in the condition he hoped for. The bike had allegedly been crashed, presenting a new set of challenges for the already distressed food delivery rider.

Impact on the Food Delivery Rider

The stolen e-bike wasn’t just a means of transportation for the owner; it was his livelihood. The financial setback resulting from the theft has left the rider unable to work, amplifying the consequences beyond the initial shock.

Beyond the monetary loss, the emotional toll on the food delivery rider cannot be understated. The violation of personal property and the hindrance to his work routine have taken a toll on his overall well-being.

SCDF’s Involvement

In response to the viral TikTok footage, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) acknowledged awareness. However, they emphasized the need to verify if the individual in the video is genuinely affiliated with the SCDF.

The involvement of a person wearing an SCDF t-shirt adds a layer of complexity to the incident. SCDF’s commitment to identifying the culprit raises questions about potential consequences for a member involved in such activities.

@foodpandax3 Just another ricebowl got stolen at TPY Blk 122 today at 1.20am 02/12/2023. 😭 Please help owner of the SR2 bluetag to keep a lookout at south areas. Bro forget to check at the camera located directly above. 😶‍🌫️🩵🐳 #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #fypシ #fypシ゚viral #foodpanda #foodpandarider #foodpandadelivery #fooddeliveryrider #fooddelivery #toprider #ebike ♬ original sound – LJ MUSIC

I’m a 39 yo single Mum of a 10yo. My ex-husband left when my daughter was 2 months old, took all our money, blamed me for the marriage breakdown (he was a serial manipulator through 3 yrs of our marriage) and disappeared (probably best as kid doesn’t even know him, so less stress & hurt for her). I got a good career, stable income and family support, so my life for the last 10 years was about my daughter and my job.

I had occasional dates, but nothing serious, no physical or emotional connection. I was really hurt by my ex, whom I loved very much, and it had taken a long time for me to heal, but I’m still petrified of the thought of having the same feelings for anyone else. I do have a history of anxiety and depression, so when I fall in love I tend to go overboard with being too emotional and probably overly clingy. The feeling also becomes all I think about, like an obsession, it distracts me from day to day things: work, chores, kid.

About a month ago I started seeing someone 6 years younger. We really hit it off: enjoy each other’s company, have lots of common interests, talk and text often, and this week had a very passionate first.

Now I’m finding that over the last two weeks I’ve been constantly thinking about him. It’s distracting, annoying, but I can’t do anything with myself. I have to admit that I’m falling for him, and it scares me to the point of being physically ill. I can’t concentrate on anything. And I’m starting to have self doubts – I’m not as young and attractive vs he is, what if he stops liking me when he finds out about my mental struggles, I’m not good enough – all the wonderful baggage that was engraved in my head by my ex.

So on one hand, I absolutely want to be with the man, but I’m basically afraid of how my own feelings affect me. And even more afraid about trusting again and being hurt. I’m lost as to whether I should keep it going, or for my sake (and his, of having to deal with a broken person like me) end it. What should I do?

Here are what netizens think:

Be frank with him about your baggage. If he said he’s on board and would help you out, then go for him. Life is short. Stop thinking about it too much. Things happen in the past should be a lesson for you to take precautions. At the same time, be honest about what you’re feeling to him. He’ll understand your struggle and hopefully will give you a hand.

Your dude realizes you have kids. You don’t need to have a “baggage” conversation. It is just unnecessary. It’s like planning to explain to him that you aren’t a virgin while holding your kid. Just don’t. It’s cool. It clearly isn’t a dealbreaker for him so don’t make it weird.

I am a university student living in the dorms right now and was recently invited by two of my longtime friends to move in with them into our own place closer to the end of the calendar year. I knew my parents, especially my mom, would be hesitant about the idea but I never expected how intense their reactions would be.

My parents both got angry with me when I first brought it up two days ago. They said they thought it was a terrible idea and that it would not be conducive to my studying to have to worry about paying rent, bills, etc, and that they do not think I could handle the pressure.

For candidness’s sake, I do have some mental health issues (anxiety and depression) and also have ADHD that has caused me quite a bit of grief in the past year and a half, which is why my parents are concerned. I finally feel like I’m coming out of that slump though and that I’m ready to grow. I have been taking medication for several months now and going to therapy for about two months, which I think has been helping me a lot.

Personally, I feel like having some responsibility for the first time would be a great experience for me and help me build myself up as a functioning adult— I think it would benefit my mental health and help me become more confident of myself and able to trust my own judgement without relying on my parents approval for everything I do. My parents think I’ll just be digging myself into a hole for no good reason by moving out.

Their other reasoning is that my 2 friends happen to be guys (both 20y/o also). I fully understand the concern with a young woman living with two men, however, they’ve been my friends for 6 years, going on 7 now, and have never disrespected me in any form or been anything but great friends to me along the way. I trust them and do not think they would harm me, let alone anybody. My mom is particularly upset about this aspect. She’s worried that they’re going to have random guys at the apartment who might hurt me. I tried to explain that our friend group was pretty closed off, and my friends’ friends are also my friends, but she didn’t believe me. My parents were also questioning the financial aspect of me moving out and wether I’d be able to support myself while going to school full time. To make rent, utilities, and other expenses, I calculated that I would need to work 30 hours a week, which is 4 days for me. Personally, I feel this is doable as I already like to work on the weekends, so I’d only be at work on two weekdays. They don’t seem to agree. When I offered an alternative, which is to pay my rent portion through my plan (university fund set up by my grandparents) they said I would be wasting money, even though the cost would be half that of living in the dorms like I am now.

However, the main issue seems to be this: both of my friends work full time instead of going to university. My mom thinks that living with them would throw me off my path and that they’d convince me to throw school by the wayside and drop out

I’m not sure what to choose. Do I move out? Do I stay? I’m so confused now and hurt by the whole situation. I didn’t know this would cause such a huge fight. My friends say I should prove my parents wrong and show them that I can handle moving out, and my therapist says she thinks becoming more independent from them would be a good step for me, but I’m scared it will destroy my relationship with my mom. Help!

We met in September, been basically inseparable ever since. He made it official on valentine. We had a rough start but he promised he would work on his issues and so far he has been absolutely amazing.

I have these doubts about his honesty even though he hasn’t given me reason to. In fact, he does many small things that should, in theory, show me that he is committed and honest about his feelings for me.

One of the things he does that I appreciate the most is that he calls me whenever he can squeeze in any time between jobs, even when he’s with other people. He also says some pretty damn sweet and romantic things about/to me in front of/to his friends, which is a big one for me because of the type of person he is—aside from his incredible sense of humor (he is the funniest person I’ve ever met), he is a pretty serious, straight to the point, get to work, no time to screw around and no BS kinda guy so

Whenever he expresses his love, appreciation, and adoration the way he does, as often as he does, it’s always kind of a surprise to me. Plus, there’s the fact that he spends most of his non-working hours with me and spends every night at my place. That counts for something, right? Lol.

So far my doubts and suspicions have always been proven wrong and I end up feeling like a total idiot. A few days ago I made a comment that suggested I have the suspicion that he’s only in it for the “special”, and he later admitted he was pretty hurt by that.

Why can’t I fully enjoy my relationship and this love that I am lucky enough to have found?

This is honestly what I’ve been waiting for my whole life. I have always wanted a man who isn’t afraid to show how much he cherishes me, who says the most beautiful things, who constantly compliments me and shows me his desire for me, who is so considerate of what I might want and need even when we’re not together, whose actions clearly show that he thinks of me throughout the day, who acts like an old school gentleman… sometimes he doesn’t even let me put my own shoes on for fucks sake. I feel like I hit the jackpot, and the fact that he talks about forever, and that he wants to spend the rest of his life with me, and how I am the last and only woman he ever needs… it all feels so so perfect.

So I’m afraid my own trust issues will lead me to remain very skeptical, like I’ll want to keep myself at a “small” distance at all times, which could easily ruin everything eventually. How do I get over that?! How do you get rid of your trust issues?

My (28M) girlfriend (25F) Shared my private pictures with her friends

We have been dating for 8 months. It is a LDR relationship. we have a great relationship and she wanted to introduce me to her friends and we had a zoom call.

She made a joke which hinted that I was well endowed. Her friends laughed and one of them said I know. I was extremely uncomfortable.

After the call, I talked to her about it and she said she had talked to them about it and I pressed a little and she confessed that a few of them may have seen a few pictures I had sent her because she had been drunk and she got the text at the bar.

She said I should get over it as I have nothing to be embarrassed about and they were all jealous of her. It makes me want to puke.

I just feel bad about myself. I don’t want those to be shared. I think I may be insecure about this. I feel like she sees me as a piece of meat rather than her boyfriend.

It is breaking my heart. She thinks that it was just one slip up and I don’t know honestly? I just want to block her. How do I deal with this?