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The Post That Killed My Marriage

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Right after giving birth, I stumbled upon a post: "My wife just had a baby, but I don't want to help take care of the kid. What should I do?" Someone replied with advice: "Hurry up and apply for an overseas assignment with your company. Best if it's for about three years." The poster was puzzled: "Why?" The advisor explained: "Are you stupid? These three years are when kids are the hardest to take care of. Find a legitimate excuse to get out and you can avoid all the hassle, right?" "Plus, kids have no memories of their first three years. By the time you come back from your…

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