Girlfriend acts like my mom (difference, perfect, free, school)

[Flacko]

the way that I think I'm helping for the better is making things worse in her mind. When I try and help how she wants, she gets annoyed

[Ruth4Truth]

Originally Posted by Flacko

when I cook I just use paper plates, easier

So your life plan is to use paper plates until you find a women who would be happy to cook and wash your dishes for you? IOW--a mom?

[BirdieBelle]

Originally Posted by Flacko

the way that I think I'm helping for the better is making things worse in her mind. When I try and help how she wants, she gets annoyed

You've said this already. People here have given you really good advice.

Take it instead of going in circles here.

[Flacko]

I take care of the dog, that's my contribution

[BirdieBelle]

Originally Posted by Flacko

I take care of the dog, that's my contribution

Then kick out the GF and sleep with the dog.

At least you know he won't complain about your vacuuming.

[Ruth4Truth]

Originally Posted by Flacko

I take care of the dog, that's my contribution

That's like the guys who complain about having to do any housework, saying "I mow the lawn! I do my share!"

Look, if you really can't swallow household maintenance, then hire someone to come in a half-day a week, to vacuum and clean the bathrooms, and run a load of laundry. Then all you'll have to fight about is cooking and dishes.

[Flacko]

dog already sleeps with us

[BirdieBelle]

Originally Posted by Flacko

dog already sleeps with us

What kind of job do you have?

[Flacko]

she can't stand the dog and since I can, I'm the one who gives him food, water, bath, walk, etc

[Ruth4Truth]

Originally Posted by Flacko

she can't stand the dog and since I can, I'm the one who gives him food, water, bath, walk, etc

Issue! You two are learning the ways in which you're not compatible, now that you're living together.