Being in a relationship is all about being honest, yet sometimes partners keep secrets from each other. In some cases, it’s because they’ve done something they’re ashamed of, but these people have proven to us that that isn’t always the case. We’ve compiled a list of “secrets” posted by partners that are so wholesome that we couldn’t help but share them with the internet.
It Wasn’t the Cat
Even as adults, we sometimes like to play pretend. Maybe we just watched a really good movie or read a good book and want to act out an epic fight. Or maybe we’re just being goofy.
It’s probably safer to let the cat take the blame on this one. Although, maybe if they had told the truth, their partner would have decided that sounded fun and played with them, making for an epic afternoon.
It Did Happen to Her
There are a lot of ugly sides to pregnancy and giving birth that people just don’t talk about because they’re embarrassing. One of them is that the extreme pushing and other facts present during birth may cause women to do a number two.
This is one of those secrets that is definitely worth keeping. She was already in so much pain and discomfort, so there’s no need to add that knowledge to the mix. This partner made the right decision.
Signing in Secret
Those who are deaf or have hearing problems are often able to read lips pretty well, but they may also speak some form of sign language. That was the case for this person’s girlfriend, and what he’s done since meeting her has melted our cold hearts.
Learning ASL after one date is a huge commitment, but it’s obviously paid off. We desperately need an update on these two. Did he propose? Did it go well? We have so many questions.
That’s Not Their Real Cup
When it comes to presents, personalized gifts are more meaningful than others. It shows that you put some effort into making the gift special, and these gifts become very sentimental for the receiver. So what happens if your partner destroys it?
It’s really sweet that they would go through all of this effort, but after breaking the cup once, wouldn’t they have just stopped using the cup? Breaking it three times is ridiculous! Has the partner ever noticed it keeps changing?
They’ve Already Rolled Three Times
There’s always that one member of the family who tries to cheat at board games. Some families are cool with this, but for others, it drives them crazy that this person never actually plays fair. So, what if that person is your partner?
She either pays no attention whatsoever when playing board games, or she knows that her partner is doing this and is using it to her advantage. As long as they’re both okay with it, then carry on!
They Had an Ulterior Motive
We will do anything to be around someone we have a crush on. We’ll visit the coffee shop they work at a little more often, frequent restaurants we wouldn’t go to, or in this case, take a lot of trips to the aquarium.
On one hand, this seems really sweet and it obviously worked, or she wouldn’t be their girlfriend. On the other hand, this feels like low-key stalking and we feel bad for their nieces!
They’re a Streamer Wannabe
Streaming has blown up over the last few years. People stream themselves playing video games, cooking, or even reactions to other videos or other streams. Many love streamers and fantasize about what it would be like to be one, like this guy.
Unless his wife hates him playing video games, she would probably find his habit endearing and entertaining. Plus anyone who’s a fan of The Office would appreciate the looks at a fake camera.
Their Best Friend’s a Badger
When you own a house, odds are a wild animal or two is going to end up in your yard at some point. Be it foxes, birds, raccoons, or even badgers, some people end up feeding these animals.
We would highly recommend that this person tell their partner about this, because while it’s sweet, what happens if the partner goes outside in the morning and finds the badger? They would probably freak out and call animal control, and there goes their best friend!
More Attractive Than Ever Before
All relationships go through cycles. They have rough patches, where perhaps the partners aren’t connecting as well, whether physically or emotionally – or where they’re bickering more than usual. But, they have upswings as well.
Maybe seeing their partner go through pregnancy and having their child made them realize how powerful she is. She’s responsible for growing the little being who started their family, and maybe that makes her even more beautiful.
It’s Not the Same Ice Cream
We all binge from time to time, and if you read this and thought, “I don’t,” you’re a dirty liar. Sometimes, you just can’t help but eat the whole pack of Oreos or have one too many glasses of Coca-Cola.
This is so innocent but also so weird. Why wouldn’t they just say, “Hey honey, I had a bit of a binge and ate too much ice cream”? They definitely weren’t thinking rationally when all of this was going on.
Cooking Is Bland at Best
Professional chefs must feel weird eating other people’s cooking. They develop very specific tastes, so anything less than their own skill level must seem mediocre. This secret inspires mixed feelings.
It’s really sweet that this partner wants to encourage their wife and make them feel good, but at the same time, they could probably find a way to give her some cooking tips without seeming like they’re criticizing her. It’s literally their job, after all!
They Search Out Train Depots
Whether it’s planes, trains, or automobiles, machines can be super fascinating. Spotting and studying them becomes a hobby for some, like this person’s husband, causing them to do the sweetest thing to fuel their passion.
Going out of your way to make your partner happy is such a blessing in a relationship. This person probably couldn’t care less about trains, but they do it because it doesn’t take much more time and it makes their husband happy. That’s the definition of wholesome.
Real Reason They Weren’t Hungry
Chicken wings are the kind of food that inspires a very strong passion in those who consume it. Between the delectable spicy sauces and the munchable nature, wings are super addicting. They’re apparently so addicting that they cause people to binge them and hide it from their partners.
This is weird and hilarious. What on earth possessed them to devour cold chicken wings before going to breakfast? Did they enjoy the previous night’s dinner that much? And did the partner not notice the missing wings?
Secret to the Talkative Cats
Did you know that cats don’t meow to talk to each other? It’s a way for them to communicate with humans and other animals, and some say they even meow in a way that mimics their owners’ accents and inflections.
They literally went through the work of training their cats to be more vocal solely because it made their husband happy. With effort like that put into the relationship, there’s no way it could fail!
They Pretend to Fail
Playing Mario Kart with your partner can make or break the relationship. It brings out everyone’s competitive side, and falling off the track or getting hit by a shell when you’re doing well is more than mildly infuriating!
Are they pretending to fail, or are they actually failing? Because when you’re in first place in Mario Kart, those blue shells can turn a game around really quickly! Maybe they’re just pretending to pretend in order to save themselves the shame.
They Weren’t Her First Steps
A child taking their first steps is such a monumental moment for parents. It’s one of the first signs of how rapidly their little one is growing, and something that instills pride in any person watching them toddle around.
This secret not only benefited their partner, but it benefited the grandparents too, giving them a grandbaby moment to brag about. We totally understand why they kept it and think they should forever, for the grandparents’ benefit.
They Didn’t Share the Airheads
There’s nothing better than coming home to little surprises from your partner. Something as simple as candy can make someone’s day because it shows that you were thinking about them. But, what if they never even receive it?
No harm, no foul, since the partner didn’t even know that there was an Airhead on its way to them in the first place. What they don’t know won’t hurt them, except in that they won’t get a delicious treat.
Tone Down the Salt
Seasoning can make or break a meal. Anyone who has accidentally dumped too much salt in their pasta water but attempted to cook and eat it anyway can tell you that. Yet some people still drown their meals in salt.
This is a very nice way to fix the problem without making your partner feel bad, but we also wonder if it would just be easier to politely tell them to tone down the salt. Has the partner figured it out yet?
They Didn’t Hit a Hole
Monarch butterflies are gorgeous and also endangered. Their caterpillars feed on milkweed leaves, so some have taken it upon themselves to distribute seeds around to grow more of the plant and help the butterfly population.
That’s what this person was doing when they crashed, and while we can understand them being a bit embarrassed, their partner would probably feel safer with them cycling if they just admitted what really caused the crash!
Their Own Alphabet
Some children have imaginary friends. They say this happens as a way for kids to process things around them or to practice newly burgeoning social skills. But, what about kids who make up other things, like imaginary languages?
It’s pretty cute that this person still uses their made-up sign alphabet as an adult, and we bet their partner would find it endearing if they found out. There are worse things that they could be keeping a secret.
The Fried Rice Was Awful
The way some people cook leaves you questioning whether their taste buds are functioning properly. They combine weird flavors, they under or over-season, or they cook something so long that it becomes unrecognizable or mushy.
This person must have a stomach of steel to have eaten the whole bowl if it was that bad. Hopefully, they’re not a person who normally asks for seconds, because otherwise, their partner may have been suspicious.
Obsessed With New Dad
Being a new parent is hard. New parents get so little sleep, and they’re having to learn how to navigate the world with this new little human in it while making sure that little human is safe and well at all times.
Who’s cutting onions? Because our eyes are misty. This is such a sweet tribute to their partner as both a person and as a father. We understand why they haven’t told him, but he would be very moved to hear how they feel.
They Know the Word
There’s nothing more frustrating than struggling to remember something – whether it’s where that actor is from, who sings that song, or a specific word. It’s so frustrating that our subconscious minds often continue trying to figure it out, even if we’ve moved on.
If this person is just really bad at recalling vocabulary, then this is pretty funny. But if it’s something else, like that maybe English isn’t their first language, then this would be kind of mean. Let’s hope it’s the former!
Creamy Peanut Butter Is Better
Food debates inspire a lot of passion on both sides. Should the ketchup be drizzled over the fries, or go on the side? Is creamy peanut butter better, or is crunchy superior?
While this is nice, why don’t they just buy two jars of peanut butter? It’s not a food that goes bad quickly, so it’s not like the extra peanut butter would go to waste, and they could both be happy that way.
Caught Picking Her Nose
Whether people want to admit it or not, a lot of people pick their nose. Maybe it’s gross, maybe it’s not – but it’s pretty common, and it’s a very natural thing to do. It turns out it can even make people fall in love with you.
Part of being in a relationship is these small, insignificant moments that you end up cherishing – and while this may seem like an odd one, it’s important to them, and that’s all that matters.
The Compliments Aren’t Random
Ordering through QR codes is something that’s become very common since the pandemic, and we’ve got to say, it’s pretty convenient. You don’t have to touch gross sticky menus, and don’t have to sit around for the waiter to take your order.
Plus, it can apparently make your girlfriend feel really good about herself, and we’re here for it – although after this happening so many times, the girlfriend has got to suspect that the constant compliments on her outfit are not so random.
First Word Was Actually Papa
It can be really hard to be the working parent. All you want is to spend time with your partner and children. But instead, you’re stuck with your coworkers, counting down the minutes to five o’clock.
This dad was so selfless that he sacrificed the pride of his name being his son’s first word to make his wife happy. It seems so small, but we bet it meant the world to her that her name was her kid’s “first” word.
They Don’t Listen Just Once
A lot of us tend to just stick to a song and not think much of it beyond the lyrics, but there are so many layers of instruments and vocals that go into making music. Some appreciate them more than others.
Keeping this a secret is understandable, because it’s harmless, but their partner may not be the kind of person who wants to hear a song that many times in a row. It can be very annoying.
They Were the Wrong Guy
The following situation sounds like a rom-com – you see a picture of a cute guy and his friend, and you ask one out, only to realize it was the wrong one. But, that’s something that actually happens in real life, as this person learned.
It was probably awkward while on the date, but he didn’t know, and it clearly worked out – or the OP wouldn’t have shared it as a secret they keep from their partner.
Quacks Make Them Giggle
Everyone has little expressions or sayings that they use all the time. Sometimes, they’re vulgar – other times, they’re cute. Perhaps you have an expression that you like to say when you’re happy, or even frustrated. Take this OP, for instance.
It’s so cute that their partner can turn a moment of frustration into something that makes them laugh. It would be hard not to giggle at this and it’s an excellent way to diffuse a situation.
Always Upvoting Reddit Comments
Upvoting is a big part of the Reddit platform. It’s not only a way to show that you like or support something, but it also helps bump the post up so more people may see it.
It sounds like their husband is really into Reddit, so their doing this is some serious dedication to supporting him. He’s none the wiser yet probably thrilled that he always gets reactions on his posts. If only he knew.
Playing Their Favorite Songs
Some people have “different” tastes in music, meaning they often like things that aren’t mainstream or that others may consider weird. It doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with their music tastes, though.
Things that humans do just to see other humans smile or laugh are some of the best kinds of things, and the kinds of things that need to happen way more often. You’ve got to love this kind of attention to detail.
Dad May Not Be on Board
Some may see it as an outdated tradition, but many men still seek the blessing of their partner’s father in order to marry them. Nowadays, it’s done more as a respect thing, showing you value the family’s opinion.
It’s not clear why she can’t know this, because she would probably find it funny that they don’t remember. Maybe it’s just to save some embarrassment, or maybe it’s out of genuine fear that the dad isn’t actually supportive!
One of Them’s a Jerk
There’s nothing wrong with talking to yourself. It’s a way to work out personal problems, entertain ourselves, and just generally cope with the world around us. But, we have to be nice to ourselves.
This is one of those things that most of us would be embarrassed to admit, yet most of us probably do when we’re alone. People often act out fake arguments or sing. They should tell off the jerk version of themselves, though.
They Saved a Life
Sometimes, a relationship does more than simply provide love and comfort. Sometimes, it saves us from ourselves by having another person who sees us as we truly are, not as our brains cruelly tell us we are.
We bet that both partners in that relationship are so grateful that each other is still in the world, and that they have each other for support and strength. He sounds like he’s the definition of a keeper.
They Admire Mom-in-Law
As much as we don’t care to admit it to ourselves, parents can make poor decisions, and those poor decisions can have a strong effect on us throughout our entire lives. Some parents simply aren’t capable of providing the love a child needs.
It sounds like this person may not have received as much love as they wanted or needed from their own parent, so they’re incredibly thankful for their mother-in-law. That’s the kind of secret worth sharing.
They Really Value the Relationship
Being in a great relationship means always being afraid deep down of losing that person for one reason or another. It’s hard to imagine what your life would be like without them around.
Anyone in a good relationship is scared of losing the other person, but you can’t let fear control your relationship as it can lead to unhealthy behaviors. Just make sure to show them how much you care about them whenever you can.
They Secretly Pay
Who should pay for outings in a relationship is a debate that will probably never have a permanent solution. Traditionally a guy pays, but nowadays with both people earning income, it seems fairer to share the burden.
Their partner either never pays attention to their own bank account, or they know what they’re doing and just think it’s sweet so they let them keep doing it. They’d have to be pretty oblivious not to notice.
The Word Beautiful Was Redefined
The relationship between moms and daughters can be really tricky. Moms often put a lot of pressure on their kids, thinking that they’re just helping them, and the daughters lash out at their moms.
It’s so beautiful that their partner could help them repair their relationship with compliments, identifying them as truly being compliments and not insults. We can understand why they wouldn’t want to share that negative part of their lives, though.
They Don’t Like That Drink
Picking up a drink or snack that your partner likes on the way home is a surefire way to make them happy. But, what happens when the drink you’re so confident they like is actually something they don’t enjoy?
This poor person has suffered through a load of bad drinks because they are too nice to tell their partner that they don’t like it. Note to self to confirm partner likes something before buying it constantly.
The Hype Isn’t Real
Dogs are called man’s best friend for a reason. Guys just really love dogs, and owning one is a dream for many. We can’t control who the dog attaches to, though, and sometimes it’s the wrong person.
This gives us an image of her running around the house hyping the dog up while her husband watches through the window and just shakes his head in amusement. Maybe someday the dog will love him as much as her.
They Can’t Stop Staring
Part of choosing a partner has to do with physical attraction, so it’s only natural that we will have moments of admiration for something our partner does, or simply how they are in their natural state.
It’s good to not give off the impression that they’re putting their partner on a pedestal, but we sure hope that they pay at least some level of compliments to this person they admire so much on a frequent basis.
It Wasn’t a Four-Leaf Clover
The four-leaf clover is a rare variation of the three-leaf clover, which is way more common. That’s why it’s known for being lucky, and why people get so excited over finding one. It’s not a common experience.
They turned a bad day on its head, giving him something that he clearly cherished for a very long time. Little lies like that never hurt anyone, but they can make people’s day. We just hope he didn’t brag about it to everyone.