The man agrees to let their young son go on vacation with his friend, despite his wife’s protests that it’ll upset his younger sister. When it comes to the annual family vacation, the man is angered when his wife says their son should stay at home.
A Complex Invitation
His son’s best friend turned thirteen, and to the boy’s family, a thirteenth birthday is a huge deal. In addition to a massive party that the man’s family attended, his parents also took him to Disney World. They invited his son to attend as well.
A Major Issue
His wife was hesitant to consent to this. She said it was unfair to allow their son to go when their nine-year-old daughter couldn’t. Especially since she loves Disney and princesses.
A Modest Income
The man says that as they’re not well off financially, their son might not get such a great opportunity as this. He says that Disneyland is costly so this could be a brilliant, one-time experience for their son.
It’s a Way of Life
The man also says that their kids won’t always have the exact same opportunities, and if they set a precedent here, they’ll have to stick to it if and when their daughter gets a similar opportunity.
An Unnecessary Punishment
He builds his argument by saying they’d just be punishing both their children needlessly by refusing to let their son go. His wife reluctantly agrees that they should allow their son to go.
A Concerted Effort
He gives his son money to buy his sister souvenirs as a kind gesture. He does that for her, and his friend’s parents even buy extra stuff for him to give to her. They hope the effort will pay off for his young sister.
A Bad Reception
When she sees him come back wearing a Star Wars shirt, the Mickey hat, and a branded pin lanyard, the man’s daughter bursts into tears and runs into her room. He feels terrible for her and follows her upstairs.
A Big Mistake
His wife later says that they’ve made a huge mistake and never should have let him go. She says it might have a long-term impact on their daughter, feeling that she wasn’t good enough to go or something!
Wealthy Relatives
The man’s brother-in-law has a great job and, in turn, he’s very wealthy. He invites the man and his family to visit an exotic beach house he’s rented for a summer send-off. It sounds incredible!
Even the Score
His wife tells him she wants to have their son stay with his grandad, the man’s Dad, and just take their daughter to ‘even the score.’ The man assumes she’s joking and gives her a certain look of confusion.
A Genuine Request
He asks her if she’s serious, and she tells him she really is! She says it’s only fair to set an example to their daughter, to let her see that her brother isn’t the only one who can have a holiday!
Showing Favoritism
He tells his wife that it isn’t happening. Absolutely not! He says that they’re the parents, and they can’t favor one child over the other. He’s angry that she’s even suggested it!
Theres No Comparison
He argues that being invited to the birthday trip of a kid you barely know is in NO way comparable to being left out of a family vacation! He’s furious at this point and shouts, “You’re Punishing Our Son!” He’s completely shocked!
A Battle of Wits
His wife accuses him of having double standards, he says she’s being illogical! They’re finding it impossible to find common ground, so they eventually have to change the subject.
A Cold Atmosphere
Since the conversation, his wife has been very cold towards him. They barely speak when it’s just the two of them, and they still haven’t made a decision about the holiday.
A Surprising Suggestion
A week or so later, his week says she wants to speak to him. She says that she thinks if he can’t see the error of his ways, it’s best if he stays home with their son and she can take their daughter on holiday.
A Decisive Refusal
The man refuses. He tells her she’s now ruining things for both the son AND for him. He tries to make her understand, telling her he just didn’t want their son to miss out on an opportunity.
A Second Opinion
Baffled by the whole encounter, the man has taken to social media to seek clarity on whether it’s him in the wrong. He can’t see that he is, but everything has become mixed up in his mind at this point.
A Unanimous Verdict
Users on social media say, ‘Your wife sounds like she has a clear favorite out of the two kids and isn’t afraid to show it!’ Another says, ‘Of course, your son should go on vacation with you all. I’m shocked that she would want him to miss out. That’s awful. Is she always this unkind to him?’
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