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How We Broke Up

Relationships are hard, but ending them shouldn’t be this ridiculous. From “Kevins” who hoard pocket change like dragon treasure to partners who prioritize their HOA over their spouse, these are the stories of the final straw. Whether it was a massive red flag or a series of tiny, bizarre hills to die on, we’re documenting the most outrageous, stupid, and “I-can’t-believe-I-dated-them” reasons it all fell apart.

The $1 Alchemist: My Ex Thought Pocket Change Was Actual Gold Bullion

We’ve all dated someone with a "quirk," but my ex took it to a prehistoric level. He was genuinely convinced that our country's gold-colored $1 and $2 coins were made of solid gold. He refused to spend them, tried to "buy" my spare change to build a hoard, and even planned to melt them down for a profit. Apparently, Google was wrong, and Kevin was the only one who knew the "truth."