When Jeremy and his wife, Nina, get home from a vacation, they are horrified to find Ted, Jeremy’s slob of a brother, in their home. After a confrontation which leads to angry parents and Nina moving out, Jeremy forces Ted’s hand, making him move out…
When I came home from vacation, I was expecting to relax, maybe pop open a bottle of wine with my wife, and enjoy the peace of our home. Instead, we walked into a living room that looked like a complete frat house after a party from Hell.
A couple on vacation | Source: Midjourney
There were beer cans everywhere, dirty clothes tossed in random piles, and the smell, my goodness, the smell. And there, sprawled out on my couch like he owned the place, was my older brother, Theodore, or Ted, as everyone called him.
“Ted, what the hell? What is this? Why are you in my house?” I asked, trying to stay calm, though my blood pressure was rising by the second.
Nina, my wife, looked around our living room and rolled her eyes. In that moment, I knew that I had to fix it or I’d have to deal with a very upset wife.
A messy living room | Source: Midjourney
My brother looked up, casually, like I hadn’t just caught him red-handed.
“Oh, hey, Jeremy,” he said. “Mom and Dad figured that it would be easier if I just moved in while you were gone. You’ve got all this space, and it’s not like you’re using it, you know? You and Nina are either working or on vacation.”
I blinked, trying to process the audacity of his words.
A man sitting on a couch | Source: Midjourney
“You moved in? You moved into my house? Without asking? Ted, are you insane?”
He rolled his eyes, lifting his feet onto the couch and crossing them like he was about to watch a movie.
“Yeah, so what?” he said. “I needed a place to stay, and it’s not like you’d say yes. So, we decided to skip that part. Quit being so uptight, Jeremy. Just help a brother out.”
A man sitting on a couch | Source: Midjourney
It was like a switch flipped inside me, the years of watching him leech off my parents, his life one big excuse after another, and somehow, he was the victim here.
Now, he’d taken over my house. Really?
Just as I opened my mouth to speak, my phone rang. Mom. Of course.
I answered, trying to keep my voice as calm as possible.
A man holding his phone | Source: Midjourney
“Mom, did you and Dad seriously let Theodore move into my house while I was away?”
“Why are you using my full name?” Ted chimed in from the background.
I ignored him.
“Jeremy, don’t be so dramatic,” my mother said, not even a hint of apology in her voice. “Ted needed a place to stay, and you’ve got all that room. You don’t even have kids yet. So what’s the harm in helping out your brother?”
An annoyed woman | Source: Midjourney
I closed my eyes, taking a deep breath.
“Mom, he is 42 years old. He isn’t a kid. You’ve let him mooch off you for years, and you want to dump him on me? Are you being serious? Why do you want to treat him like he’s a kid just out of college?”
My mother’s tone shifted, and she immediately went on the defense.
“Oh, mooching, huh?” she said. “I’m disappointed in you, Jeremy. He’s been through a lot. You don’t understand what it’s like to be him. You’ve always had everything together. Ted needs a little more help. And as family, you owe it to him.”
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Been through a lot? My brother had two children under the age of five, with two different women. And he didn’t bother to support either of them. How was I supposed to feel sorry for this man?
Before I could respond, my father took the phone, his voice taking over my ear, sounding even more irritated.
“Jeremy, stop being selfish. You’ve got the money, the house, the wife. What’s the big deal? It’s your job to take care of your family. Ted is your brother. He is staying.”
Two young children | Source: Midjourney
I almost lost my mind. I almost let my anger take over me. But then I remembered that it just wasn’t my style. Ted might’ve thought that he had won this time, but I had a plan.
“It’s not about the space, Dad,” I said. “It’s about respect. Ted can’t just live here without my permission. Nina and I have worked hard for our home. And what’s even worse? My wife just has to deal with this, too.”
From the couch, Ted snorted.
A man sitting on a couch | Source: Midjourney
“Oh, come on. Don’t act like you’re all high and mighty. It’s just a house,” he said.
“But you’ve been freeloading off Mom and Dad for years. Why should I trust that you’d do anything differently here? Why can’t you stay with one of your kids and their mom?”
I thought that was the card that would have frustrated him. But he didn’t even flinch.
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“Because I’m family, that’s why. Why do you always act like I’m a stranger? It’s my right to stay here. Mom and Dad said that you’d be like this, but I didn’t think you’d be this bad.”
I was done.
“Fine, Ted,” I said. “You want to stay? Sure. Let’s see how that works out.”
I was fine with being horrible to my brother, I mean, someone had to teach him a lesson. But when I went upstairs to tell Nina about everything that had happened on the phone, she was highly frustrated.
A disgruntled man | Source: Midjourney
“Jer, you can’t be serious,” she said as I sat down on the bed across her.
“I’m going to fix it. I promise you, Nina. I’ll make this right. But I’m going to teach him a lesson first.”
“Well, I don’t want to be here for it. You have a week. Get him out, or I’ll stay gone,” she said.
“What do you mean by that?” I asked.
An annoyed woman | Source: Midjourney
“I’m going to my sister’s house, Jeremy. I can’t stand your brother, and I will not stay here while he’s here,” she said, packing a suitcase as she spoke.
“I’ll make this right, my love,” I promised her.
For the next week, I made Ted’s life a waking nightmare without ever raising my voice. And with Nina gone, I had a bigger incentive to get him out.
A woman packing a suitcase | Source: Midjourney
The first thing I did was disconnect the Wi-Fi. Ted, who spent most of his days glued to his phone or binge-watching shows on the TV, was completely lost.
He complained, but I just smiled.
“Oh, the internet? Yeah, it’s been spotty.”
Next, I shut off the hot water. Ted loved his long, lazy showers, but now he was greeted with ice-cold water every morning.
Water running in a shower | Source: Midjourney
“Must be something wrong with the plumbing,” I’d say innocently when he whined about it.
Then, there was the food.
I stocked the fridge with nothing but tofu, vegetables, and the healthiest food I could find. Ted hated anything that wasn’t greasy or fried. And now, every time he opened the fridge, he groaned like I was starving him.
“You’re family, right?” I’d say. “I’m sure you can deal with a little inconvenience. But it’s for my health, so you’ll be fine.”
An array of healthy food | Source: Midjourney
To top it all off, I started blasting music at 6 a.m. every day while I had my treadmill session in the gym room. I figured if Ted wasn’t going to contribute to the household, the least he could do was get up early.
He hated it all, of course. And by day five, he looked like he was on the verge of losing his mind.
“Jeremy, man, this is BS,” Ted said one morning, his voice filled with frustration. “I can’t stay here. How do you live like this? No Wi-Fi, no hot water, and no food I enjoy. This is torture.”
A man on a treadmill | Source: Midjourney
I raised an eyebrow.
“I thought you’d be grateful to stay, Ted. It’s not like you’re paying rent or contributing anything. What’s the problem?”
He grumbled something under his breath, clearly fuming.
“Forget it, I’m going back to Mom and Dad’s.”
An annoyed man | Source: Midjourney
As he stormed out, dragging his junk with him, I couldn’t help but smile.
But I wasn’t done yet. I cleaned the house top to bottom, went out to get proper groceries, and cooked Nina a good meal. I had already called her during the day and told her that Ted was gone.
“Come home, honey,” I said.
“I’ll see you later,” she said, and I could hear the smile in her voice.
A smiling woman | Source: Midjourney
While waiting for Nina to shower, I knew that there was just one more thing to do.
“Mom, Dad,” I said on the phone. “Ted’s out of my house. And he won’t be coming back again. He’s your problem again.”
My mother was furious.
“Jeremy, you can’t just kick him out! Where will he go?”
“That’s up to Ted, Mom. He’s 42. If you guys want to keep coddling him, go ahead. But I’m done.”
A man talking on the phone | Source: Midjourney
After that, I heard that Ted moved back into my parents’ house, but they demanded that he transform the garage into his own space. They forced him to get a job.
Ted was upset, of course, so they blamed it all on me. But I was fine with that. Nina and I had our home back, and we were at peace.
A garage converted into a bedroom | Source: Midjourney
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My Husband ‘Accidentally’ Locked Me in the Basement to Watch Basketball with His Friends at Our House
Dani cannot stand her husband’s friends. So when Ethan brings up the possibility of having them over to watch a basketball game, she shuts down the idea. On the evening of the game, Dani finds herself going into the basement to get a pack of beer, but before she knows it, she’s locked inside. What happens next?…
I should have just said no from the start. Not just when Ethan brought up the idea of his friends coming over for dinner. I mean way before that, like when I first realized how awful they were. I never outright said that I didn’t hate them, but let me be honest with you: I think I made it pretty clear.
An annoyed woman | Source: Midjourney
But my husband, Ethan?
He’s so different from these guys. At 35, he’s a successful manager at a tech company, and for reasons that I will never understand, he’s still friends with the same guys he went to high school with.
They’re loud, rude, and completely unlike Ethan. They’re everything he left behind when he made something of himself.
Except, apparently, his loyalty to them.
A man sitting in his office | Source: Midjourney
“Dani, it’s just one game,” he said that night, sitting in the kitchen with a hopeful grin. “The guys really want to watch the game here. They’re dying to see our new TV setup. It’ll be fun!”
I sighed, trying to stay calm. I could almost see the dreadful evening unfolding. I knew that Ethan’s friends would take over the house, inappropriate comments getting into every conversation.
“Ethan, you know how I feel about them. Every single time they come over, it’s like our house gets turned into a frat house. I’m not cleaning up after them again. It’s not happening.”
A man sitting at a kitchen counter | Source: Midjourney
My husband’s face dropped, a look of wounded pride flashing in his eyes.
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Jim Carrey Offers His 12,700-Sq-Ft “Sanctuary” For Sale For $28.9 Million in Retirement Transition.
Jim Carrey is a Canadian-American comedian, actor, and writer who has left an unforgettable mark on entertainment.
Carrey was born on January 17, 1962, in Newmarket, Ontario, to a working-class family. He liked to laugh from a young age and kept doing that even when money wasn’t enough; things happened in his family.
Carrey’s career as a stand-up comedian began in his late teens, and he quickly became known for his fast-paced and often unexpected performances.
He traveled to Hollywood in the 1980s in search of better possibilities, and it wasn’t long before casting directors and producers recognized his talent.
Carrey always did enjoyable comedy routines and was very dedicated to making people laugh. This made him one of the most loved comedians of his generation.
His ability to make people laugh originated from his lively stage presence and provoked laughter through wonderfully produced sketches that included physical comedy, impressions, and intelligent dialogue.
He often used music to highlight the absurdity of circumstances, frequently improvising songs about them on the go.
Carrey’s performances in traditional roles such as The Mask’s Stanley Ipkiss, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective’s Ace Ventura, and Liar Liar’s Fletcher Reede have left an eternal impact in Hollywood.
He has maintained his popularity in a variety of genres, including drama (The Truman Show), fantasy (How The Grinch Stole Christmas), and romance (The Number 23).
Jim Carrey’s hilarious performance in 1990’s “Once Bitten” affected moviegoers. However, his iconic portrayal as Ace Ventura in the 1994 comedic classic of the same name catapulted him to prominence.
Carrey’s dynamic and outrageous portrayal of the quirky pet detective grabbed audiences and critics.
He immediately became a household figure, famous for his exceptional physical comedy talents and ability to inhabit a wide range of crazy personalities. He was frequently compared to classic comic performers such as Jerry Lewis and Charlie Chaplin.
Carrey has had a highly successful film career since his breakout performance, playing in several popular films such as “The Mask,” “Liar Liar,” and “Bruce Almighty” in the years since.
His distinct sense of humor has captivated millions worldwide, including Jim Carrey’s place as one of Hollywood’s most beloved comedy actors.
Aside from his movie success, Carrey has used his popularity to assist several humanitarian projects during his career.
He has been an outspoken supporter of mental health awareness and environmental conservation measures, making a significant impact outside of the entertainment industry.
Jim Carrey, the experienced actor and comedian has accumulated a sizable fortune throughout his career, with an estimated net worth of $180 million.
The 61-year-old is currently putting his Los Angeles home for sale for $28.9 million.
Despite his success and celebrity, Carrey’s life has been spoiled by many tragedies and challenges, including opening out publicly about his struggles with depression and speaking out on mental health concerns, such as raising awareness for others to seek assistance.
In 2011, he published ‘Memoirs and Misinformation,’ a book that combined elements of fiction with personal facts to convey the tale of his life and experiences in Hollywood.
Aside from acting, Carrey has begun to dabble in other artistic pursuits, such as painting and writing. He was most recently seen in the famous film ‘Sonic The Hedgehog,’ which will be followed by a sequel in 2022.
Jim Carrey has enormously impacted the entertainment industry, which cannot be overstated. Because of his particular comic approach and ability to bring joy and happiness to people all over the world, he has served as an inspiration to countless aspiring performers and actresses.
On the other hand, Carrey made news in April 2022 when he announced his retirement from acting, telling Access Hollywood that he was “pretty serious” about it and was “taking a sabbatical” from the industry.
He went on to claim that he appreciates the gentler side of life, such as painting on canvas and engaging in spiritual pursuits, and that it’s something no other celebrity would ever say: “I have enough. Enough is enough. “I am enough.”
These heartfelt sentiments highlight Carrey’s happiness with spending his life away from the spotlight and why he is so beloved by fans worldwide for his genuine personality and down-to-earth approach.
Jim Carrey is getting away from the hustle and bustle of city life, having recently put his Los Angeles home for sale. The beloved comedy actor announced in February 2023 that he was selling his thirty-year-old Brentwood mansion for $28.9 million.
The house includes a five-bedroom, nine-bathroom home with high ceilings, large windows that let in plenty of natural light, and luxurious hardwood floors.
The chef’s kitchen features cutting-edge appliances such as a multi-burner stove, two ovens, and an island that acts as both a food preparation station and a breakfast bar. In contrast, the home theater features a stunning Art Deco design.
Aside from the stunning interior design, the outdoor space provides a tranquil respite with various recreational luxuries, such as a waterfall pool surrounded by lush foliage, a hot tub, tennis court, and sauna, as well as an organic vegetable garden where guests can cultivate their fresh produce.
All of this is housed within 12700 square feet of the ground.
Jim Carrey, the actor best known for his role in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, bought a home in 1994 for $7.71 million in today’s money.
In a Wall Street Journal interview, Carrey characterized the mansion as “a source of wonder and inspiration” for almost three decades.
But, Carrey confesses that he no longer spends as much time at his house as he once did, so he has decided to move on and allow someone else to enjoy it as he had for thirty years.
As he bid goodbye to his cherished home, he quoted David Bowie’s Changes line: “Cha cha cha cha… Changes!”
Have you ever had to leave a place where you have lived for many years? Do you have any thoughts on Jim Carrey’s decision to sell such a unique piece of real estate? We invite you to share your thoughts and experiences with us and your friends and family.
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