When my son's fiancée asked for my engagement ring, I said no. Sam and Emily wanted my ring to avoid buying a new one and to make it a family heirloom. But I want to keep wearing it until I'm old. They called me selfish and materialistic. AITA?
Son And Fiancée Demand Engagement Ring, Call Me Selfish
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A mother's engagement ring holds sentimental value, but her son and his fiancée demand it to avoid debt. Despite explaining her attachment to the ring and offering to pass it on to their future children, the couple calls her selfish and materialistic. The situation has caused a rift in the family, with the woman questioning if she is in the wrong. Many people have strong opinions on the matter, with some suggesting alternatives to traditional diamond rings and others defending the mother's right to keep her ring. Let's dive deeper into the comments and reactions to this controversial family issue.
Son and fiancée demand OP's engagement ring, call her selfish. OP is NTA.
macladybulldog | macladybulldog
NTA: Commenter jokes about keeping the bedroom, hilarious! 😂
KB7470 | KB7470
Skip the diamond and opt for a simple wedding band 💍
sk2sookie | sk2sookie
Don't fall for the manipulation. You're not the a-hole 💍
NachoFurioso | NachoFurioso
Fiancé demands engagement ring from mother-in-law, NTA for refusing 💍
bluep3001 | bluep3001
Son demands mom's engagement ring as a wedding gift. NTA.
dramaandaheadache | dramaandaheadache
Son and fiancée demand inheritance, call mother selfish 🙄
Jujulabee | Jujulabee
Daughter-in-law and fiancée demand mom's ring, OP says no. NTA 💍
ClothDiaperAddicts | ClothDiaperAddicts
Don't let him guilt you into handing over YOUR ring 💍
Misenica | Misenica
Entitled son and fiancée demand ring, called out for manipulation 🚩
IAmGettingThePig | IAmGettingThePig
Fiancée demands ring, commenter says NTA and predicts entitlement.
YouretheAH | YouretheAH
Defend your ring! 💍 NTAs shouldn't surrender heirlooms.
RafRafRafRaf | RafRafRafRaf
Family heirlooms should be passed down, NTA 👍💍
kappyshortsleeve | kappyshortsleeve
Ungrateful son and fiancée demand mom's engagement ring. NTA.
yikesladyy | yikesladyy
Commenter calls out son and fiancée's entitled behavior 👀
starchy2ber | starchy2ber
Don't let them guilt you into giving up your sentimental ring 💍❤️
calling_water | calling_water
Alternative rings are just as beautiful. NTA for setting boundaries.
snap-dazzle-pop | snap-dazzle-pop
NTA, son's SO is materialistic. Emotional value trumps materialism ❤
BrownieZombie1999 | BrownieZombie1999
Buy a less expensive ring. Sentimental value matters more. 💍❤️
PurpleProboscis | PurpleProboscis
Son calls diamonds scam, wants one for fiancée. NTA?
Confusion-Advanced | Confusion-Advanced
You deserve to keep the ring. Don't let them guilt-trip you.
niamhara | niamhara
Save money on a lab-created diamond or sapphire. Be creative 💍
Ebar16 | Ebar16
Not selfish for keeping mother's ring, tradition is for the deceased. 💍
BruceLeeis4Me | BruceLeeis4Me
Son and fiancée demand engagement ring, but commenter says NTA
sldetweiler | sldetweiler
Don't let them guilt-trip you into giving away your ring 💍🚫
pot_and_kettle_meet | pot_and_kettle_meet
Your wedding ring, your memories, your decision. NTA 👏
Sea_Mixture6 | Sea_Mixture6
User warns against giving away sentimental ring to entitled couple.
BatDance3121 | BatDance3121
Keeping her ring causes family drama 💍💔
the-triple-wide | the-triple-wide
Engagement ring drama: Son and fiancée demand ring off finger.
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Ripping off the ring? Don't be selfish, Emily! 💍
Finnegan7921 | Finnegan7921
Don't let them bully you! Consider a cheaper stone option 😊
TheOneAndOnly75 | TheOneAndOnly75
Diamonds aren't forever: NTA, but entitled son and fiancée demand ring.
lovekittn | lovekittn
Buy a similar ring. Set boundaries. Gift them counseling sessions. 🚫💍
cassowary32 | cassowary32
Entitled son and fiancée demand ring, commenters side with OP 🤔
cupcakecounter | cupcakecounter
Keep the ring and stand your ground 💍💪
Formal-Ad-2160 | Formal-Ad-2160
Proposal with mom's ring? Guilt-tripping mom to buy ring? NTA, hilarious.
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Don't let them guilt-trip you, keep your ring and money 💍💰
Boomgtd_ | Boomgtd_
Son and fiancée demand engagement ring, but OP is NTA 🙅♀️
QuirkySyrup55947 | QuirkySyrup55947
Entitled couple demands ring, commenter suggests lab grown alternative. 🙄
notyourcoloringbook | notyourcoloringbook
Entitled couple demands extravagant ring, commenter deems NTA.
CarelessCow2599 | CarelessCow2599
Keep the ring! Son and fiancée are being unreasonable 😑
WutheringHamlet | WutheringHamlet
Diamonds are a scam, plain bands for them 🚫💍
intergalacticcircus_ | intergalacticcircus_
Keep your family heirloom safe and tell them to get their own 💍
vodka_philosophy | vodka_philosophy
NTA. Son's entitled fiancée demands ring, calls mom selfish 😒
BeginningReasonable9 | BeginningReasonable9
Diamonds are a scam? Not the a**hole for skipping ring 💍
UncleFredP00P | UncleFredP00P
Commenter calls out absurdity of son and fiancée's demand 💍
Drewherondale | Drewherondale
Diamonds aren't the only option! NTA, stand your ground ✨
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Engagement ring affordability and theft prevention tips. 💍
RebeccaMCullen | RebeccaMCullen
Traditional engagement rings: cost or sentimentality?
CarpeCyprinidae | CarpeCyprinidae
Protect your ring! NTA, they're being selfish and entitled 🙄
ComprehensiveBand586 | ComprehensiveBand586
Woman refuses diamond ring, son calls her selfish. 🙄💍
IAMA_Shark__AMA | IAMA_Shark__AMA
NTA. Demanding your mother's engagement ring? That's creepy 😦
hibbletyjibblety | hibbletyjibblety
Debt-free advice: alternatives to a diamond ring 💍
SimonSpooner | SimonSpooner
Sassy NTA comment shuts down entitled son and fiancée 👋🏼💍
Zestyclose-Gap8621 | Zestyclose-Gap8621
Stand your ground! It's your ring and your decision 💍
coffeebean823113 | coffeebean823113
Passing down rings isn't selfish. NTA for saying no.
Knittingfairy09113 | Knittingfairy09113
Diamonds are a scam. They want a ring. NTA 💍
NotYourMommyDear | NotYourMommyDear
Heirloom ring drama: Son and fiancée demand immediate handover.
Rtarara | Rtarara
Selfish son and fiancée demand engagement ring from deceased mother
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Engagement rings: To pass down or not to pass down?
ChasingPotatoes17 | ChasingPotatoes17
Keep the ring! Your happiness matters too! 😊
wantonwally | wantonwally
Engagement ring is sentimental, son can buy his own. 😂
xmrschaoticx | xmrschaoticx
Son's demand for engagement ring is manipulative, NTA.
PamelaOfMosman | PamelaOfMosman
Your ring, your choice. NTA for not passing it down.
KnotKarma | KnotKarma
Keep your ring and demand respect. Opals are beautiful 💍
Axlsgirl1990 | Axlsgirl1990
Son and fiancée demand engagement ring, but OP stands firm 💪
AsparagusIll8035 | AsparagusIll8035
Fiancé and son demand her engagement ring, call her selfish 😒
Rose717 | Rose717
Let them put a ring on their own finger 💍👋
proknoi | proknoi
Son's entitled fiancée demands ring, commenter says NTA 🚫💍
Fritemare | Fritemare
Materialism at its finest 🙄 Parenting done right, NTA
ImpressiveCollar5811 | ImpressiveCollar5811
Wearing your engagement ring daily? NTA for keeping it back.
monica6d1971 | monica6d1971
🏆 Entitlement of the day award goes to...
SlinkyMalinky20 | SlinkyMalinky20
Debating the value of engagement rings 💍🤔
moosigirl | moosigirl
OP's wedding band is safe! NTA 🙌
KazzaQ66 | KazzaQ66
Curious about what led to entitled behavior. NTA.
FoxUniCarKilo | FoxUniCarKilo
Engagement ring drama solved with ring pops suggestion 🍭💍
particledamage | particledamage
Don't let them pressure you into giving away something precious 💍
CJL2021 | CJL2021
Keep your ring and let them figure it out. 💍
bluemyeyes | bluemyeyes
Son and fiancée demand engagement ring, call me selfish. Commenter calls out entitled behavior. NTA 🚫
quirkyhermit | quirkyhermit
