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You be the judge: my partner doesn’t like me telling him he has food in his beard. Should I stop?
Annabel is embarrassed when she spots crumbs in Teddy’s facial hair, but he finds her nudges shaming. Who is being prickly? You decide
TL;DR
- Annabel regularly points out food in Teddy's beard, finding it embarrassing and off-putting.
- Teddy feels shamed by Annabel's comments, especially in public, and wishes for more subtle reminders.
- Teddy believes his beard is a natural food trap and that Annabel's constant reminders make him feel defined by his appearance.
- Annabel thinks pointing out the food is a supportive measure and kinder than letting him face ridicule.
- Their children have also started pointing out food in Teddy's beard.
- Teddy dislikes being compared to Mr. Twit and suggests code words and kindness.
- Readers offer varying opinions, with some supporting Annabel and others suggesting Teddy shave or trim his beard.