Stepson Destroys $600 Sneakers, So I Use His Camp Savings To Replace Them. AITA?

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A stepdad faces a tough decision after his stepson ruins an expensive birthday gift meant for his son. When the stepdad learns that the replacement sneakers cost $600, he takes the money from his stepson's camp savings to buy the new pair. The stepson is upset that he has to pay for something he ruined, while the stepdad's wife thinks he's being too harsh. The situation has caused tension in the family and the stepdad is asking for advice on whether he's in the wrong. Read on to find out more about this dilemma and share your opinion.

Teen's $600 Adidas sneakers destroyed, angers stepdad

anonymous3977 | anonymous3977

Stepson admires expensive sneakers, but disaster strikes. What happens next?

anonymous3977 | anonymous3977

Sneaker drama: stepson vs stepdad. 😤

anonymous3977 | anonymous3977

Stepson destroys $600 sneakers out of spite 😠

anonymous3977 | anonymous3977

Father shocked after stepson's $600 sneaker damage. Can't afford replacement.

anonymous3977 | anonymous3977

Replacing sneakers with camp savings: justified or too harsh? 🤔

anonymous3977 | anonymous3977

Stepdad uses camp savings to replace destroyed sneakers. Justified punishment? 👟

anonymous3977 | anonymous3977

Replacing $600 sneakers with camp savings: AITA or justified? 🤔

anonymous3977 | anonymous3977

Sibling rivalry over material possessions creates tension in family dynamics.

anonymous3977 | anonymous3977

Stepson ruins expensive sneakers, so I use his camp savings as punishment 😡👟

A stepfather seeks advice after his stepson destroys a $600 pair of Adidas sneakers that his ex-wife had gifted to his son. The stepson was jealous of the sneakers and even cut them up when he was not allowed to wear them. The stepfather punishes him by using his summer camp savings to replace the sneakers. The stepson and his mother are upset about the punishment, but the stepfather believes it's fair because the stepson acted maliciously. The stepfather's wife is caught in the middle and is unsure of what to think. The post highlights the issue of unequal treatment between stepchildren and biological children and the challenges of blending families. The next section features comments and reactions from the community on who is the asshole in this situation.

Teaching a hard lesson: destroying property has consequences. 💸

Mushy-froug | Mushy-froug

Stepson ruins expensive sneakers, dad uses camp savings to replace them. NTA.

LittelFoxicorn | LittelFoxicorn

Taking responsibility for actions: Stepson destroys $600 sneakers, camp savings used for replacement. NTA.

ProffesorSpitfire | ProffesorSpitfire

Stepson had it coming. 🤷‍♀️

radshowmance | radshowmance

Teaching a lesson: Destroying property has consequences, even for teens. 👍

Cici1y | Cici1y

Teaching a lesson 🎓💰 - Using camp savings to replace sneaker

jac_ogg | jac_ogg

Teaching consequences: give Jake options or press charges. ⚖️

G8RTOAD | G8RTOAD

Stepson repeatedly stole $600 shoes, cut them up. NTA for using his savings.

TrickInteresting8032 | TrickInteresting8032

Parenting struggles and tough love 🤔

shizz181 | shizz181

Stepson destroys expensive sneakers, stepdad replaces with his camp savings

MoyamoyaWarrior | MoyamoyaWarrior

NTA for using camp savings to replace destroyed sneakers 👟💸

Kris82868 | Kris82868

Replacing expensive sneakers after stepson destroys them: NTA

BaconBaconBaconYeah | BaconBaconBaconYeah

Replacing $600 sneakers with camp savings? NTA according to comments.

MasterAnything2055 | MasterAnything2055

Teaching a lesson through tough love 💪👟

ThrillDr1 | ThrillDr1

Teaching a valuable lesson 🤑💸 #NTA

AntiochGhost8100 | AntiochGhost8100

Trying to stop a shoe destruction? Buy a mini vault! 🤣

Parpslol | Parpslol

Stepson ruins expensive shoes intentionally, gets a taste of karma.

fiendishthingysaurus | fiendishthingysaurus

Commenter calls out OP for their actions. 😓

jg700 | jg700

Teaching values: Stepson destroys $600 sneakers, uses camp savings to replace them. AITA?

AbbyBirb | AbbyBirb

Teaching responsibility and avoiding future legal trouble. 💪

[deleted] | [deleted]

Teaching a tough lesson may cause resentment. Keep an eye.

Acceptable-Figure566 | Acceptable-Figure566

Teaching respect through consequences 💰👟

Mishy162 | Mishy162

Teaching consequences: Parent replaces son's ruined shoes with camp savings 👟💰

AsparaWarsothe | AsparaWarsothe

Teaching a lesson: Using camp savings to replace sneakers. 💰👟

drewwfuss | drewwfuss

Teaching consequences: using camp savings to replace destroyed sneakers. 💰👟

DreadPirateR_ | DreadPirateR_

Stepson breaks expensive shoes, but who should be held accountable? 👟

Emotional-Cress9487 | Emotional-Cress9487

Standing up to stepson's destructive behavior. 💪

Brilliant_Bee15 | Brilliant_Bee15

Teaching responsibility: stepmom uses camp savings to replace shoes 👟💸

lihzee | lihzee

Stepson destroys expensive sneakers, uses camp savings to replace them. NTA.

mobyhead1 | mobyhead1

👟🔨 Stepson destroys expensive sneakers, stepdad takes action. NTA.

Bucketdoggo420 | Bucketdoggo420

Teaching responsibility: Using camp savings to replace destroyed sneakers 💰👟

itsMousy | itsMousy

Stepson destroys $600 sneakers, but NTA for using his camp savings to replace them. Wife shows favoritism towards bio-kid. 💰👟

Montback2376 | Montback2376

Stepson damages expensive shoes, stepdad uses camp savings for replacement

casin0r0yale7 | casin0r0yale7

Teaching a lesson with his own money 💰😈

LynnieFran | LynnieFran

Teaching the value of money through consequences 💰💸

Trick_Few | Trick_Few

Teaching responsibility: NTA for replacing the expensive sneakers 💰👟

chichilex | chichilex

Generous offer to replace destroyed sneakers, NTA confirmed. 🙌

haleyxciiiiiiiiii | haleyxciiiiiiiiii

Disciplining done right! 👍🏽 NTA

Shinybrainpan | Shinybrainpan

Teaching a lesson 💰👟😎

sickofdriving007 | sickofdriving007

Stepson destroys $600 sneakers, stepdad uses camp savings for payback

Danish_Sissy_Use_me | Danish_Sissy_Use_me

Teaching consequences early on is crucial for future behavior. 👍

TheCuriousCat48 | TheCuriousCat48

Expensive sneakers, clear cost, NTA. 🤑

batmansdick | batmansdick

Teaching consequences? NTA for using camp savings 💰

Not_Good_HappyQuinn | Not_Good_HappyQuinn

Teaching responsibility: stepson destroys expensive sneakers, faces consequences.

[deleted] | [deleted]

Teaching a lesson: Using kid's savings to replace destroyed shoes. 💰👟

Freakin_Merida88 | Freakin_Merida88

Replacing destroyed $600 sneakers with stepson's camp savings - NTA

TypicalYankeeScum | TypicalYankeeScum

Don't judge a post by its title 😏 NTA, but wife...🤔

1st_year_at_34 | 1st_year_at_34

Teaching responsibility early on 🙌

brandy8marie | brandy8marie

Teaching responsibility early on 🙌

ummozaaia | ummozaaia

Teaching responsibility: 🤔 or 😡?

Shellbone23 | Shellbone23

Parent seeks advice on teaching financial responsibility to stepson.

Polyfuckery | Polyfuckery

Lesson learned: Destroying expensive sneakers has consequences 💸🤷‍♀️

Weekly-Lawyer8471 | Weekly-Lawyer8471