AITA for ditching the date and leaving my partner "stood up"?
She had carved out precious time from her relentless, demanding days as an attorney, hoping to share a moment of joy and connection on their anniversary.
Yet, once again, she found herself waiting alone, heart sinking with every tick of the clock, abandoned and unanswered by the man she loved—a programmer whose struggle with time and presence shattered her patience and hope.
Despite understanding his battles with mental health and social anxiety, the sting of neglect cut deep, unraveling the fragile threads of forgiveness she clung to.
In that empty restaurant, her anger erupted not just from the lateness but from the silent dismissal of her care, leaving their love suspended in the painful void of unreturned calls and unread messages.
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The original poster (OP) feels disrespected and frustrated because her partner consistently shows a lack of consideration for her time, especially during important occasions like their anniversary, despite her efforts to be patient due to his acknowledged mental health struggles.
The core question is whether the OP is justified in demanding punctuality and timely communication about delays, or if the partner's efforts to manage his mental health and social anxiety necessitate a greater degree of flexibility and forgiveness from the OP regarding scheduling mishaps.
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