A 17-year-old girl saved up money for a special trip with her dad to a haunted house event, but when he wanted to include his stepdaughter, she expressed her desire to keep it just the two of them. However, her dad went back on his word and invited his stepdaughter anyways, causing the girl to spend the money on herself. This decision upset her dad, his wife, and the stepdaughter. The girl is now wondering if she was in the wrong for not wanting to include his stepdaughter and for spending the money on herself. What do you think? Was she the a**hole in this situation or not? Read more to find out.
Teen Saves Money for Trip With Dad, but When He Invites Stepdaughter, She Spends the Money Instead
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Dad prioritizes stepdaughter over son's hard-earned trip savings 😔
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Stepdaughter ruins father-son trip, AITA for being upset? 😞
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A teenager saves up enough money to go on a trip with her father, but when her step-sister is invited along, tensions rise. Despite expressing her desire for it to be a bonding trip for just her and her father, her step-sister is included. In response, the teenager decides to spend the money she saved on herself instead, causing hurt feelings all around. Was the teenager in the wrong for reacting this way or was her desire for one-on-one time with her dad justified? Read on for reactions and comments.
NTA for not wanting to spend your hard-earned money on stepsister
TeenagerFrmMars | TeenagerFrmMars
Importance of one-on-one time with parents in blended families. Dad's reaction is AH.
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Daughter saves up for trip with dad, but stepdaughter ruins plans.
Nordic_Nights | Nordic_Nights
Dad invites stepdaughter on trip, spends teen's savings. Commenters call out dad's poor behavior.
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Teen saves money for quality time, but dad invites stepdaughter instead 💔
Primary-Criticism929 | Primary-Criticism929
Navigating blended families can be tough. Dad should prioritize quality time.
Lt-shorts | Lt-shorts
Father invites stepdaughter on exclusive trip, spends son's savings instead. NTA
worryaboutYOUhoe | worryaboutYOUhoe
OP's dad didn't respect their wishes and lost their trust. NTA 👍
Sheisty_Lawyer | Sheisty_Lawyer
Father's forceful inclusion of stepdaughter ruined planned father-daughter time.
RabbitOfCaerbonnog | RabbitOfCaerbonnog
OP's dad invites stepdaughter on trip with money saved for OP.
justchillinghbu87 | justchillinghbu87
Teen wants one-on-one time with dad, stepfamily ruins plans 😔
StHeather | StHeather
Teen works hard to save for trip, but dad invites stepdaughter?
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NTA, the dad shouldn't expect a minor to pay for a family trip 🤨
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Dad invites stepdaughter on trip meant for just him and son. Commenter says NTA for feeling excluded.
DumbDumbProductions | DumbDumbProductions
Teen saves money for special trip with dad, but stepdaughter comes first
Past-Ad3676 | Past-Ad3676
NTA saves for trip with dad, but stepdaughter ruins plans 🤦♂️
Ok_Ganache_8761 | Ok_Ganache_8761
Prioritizing individual time with kids is important ❤️
endlessotter | endlessotter
You saved for a trip with dad, but he invited stepdaughter?
PennyyPickle | PennyyPickle
Father invites stepdaughter on trip, spends son's savings instead. NTA.
ForwardPlenty | ForwardPlenty
Stepdaughter spends teen's trip money, dad not hearing him. NTA 💸
KindheartednessNo54 | KindheartednessNo54
Stepdaughter ruins father-son trip, dad expects OP to pay. NTA.
kaIeidoscope-eyes | kaIeidoscope-eyes
Choosing a stepchild over your son? Not a good move 👎
FatAmyCheeks | FatAmyCheeks
Respecting boundaries in blended families is crucial 🙏
Rtarara | Rtarara
Father's new family ruins daughter's special trip, commenters side with her ❤️
Trick_Few | Trick_Few
Stepdaughter invited, teen's saved money spent, NTA, unfair expectations. 🤔
ChinaCatSunflower9 | ChinaCatSunflower9
Family vacation plans ruined by stepdaughter, NTA stands firm
BarAlone4092 | BarAlone4092
Supportive comment highlights tough family dynamics, ignore stepdaughter's mom.
toss_it_mites | toss_it_mites
Heartbreaking comment about a father's poor choices 💔
Kitsumekat | Kitsumekat
Commenter sympathizes with OP's situation in a sucky moment 😔
Ancient-Regular4007 | Ancient-Regular4007
Dad's stepdaughter ruins son's trip fund. NTA stands up.
kari1771 | kari1771
Heartfelt comment about missing time with dad and stepfamily issues.
polly6119 | polly6119
Stepdaughter ruins trip with dad, OP stands their ground. NTA 👏
anyone_else_confused | anyone_else_confused
Bonding with parents shouldn't be a competition 😔
scarwoes | scarwoes
Your money, your choice 👍 Spend it wisely!
arrouk | arrouk
Teen saves for dad trip, but stepdaughter invited and money spent.
Cocoasneeze | Cocoasneeze
Deserves quality time with dad, not stepdaughter. Unfair to pay.
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Quality one-on-one time with parents is important for all children ❤️
TonnieSue | TonnieSue
Father spends son's savings on stepdaughter, despite agreement. NTA.
Aqua-Regis | Aqua-Regis
Heartfelt support for a hurt son. 💖
ChaosNHamHam | ChaosNHamHam
Curious about the purpose of the saved money 🤔
dina_NP2020 | dina_NP2020
Stepdaughter gets solo time, but OP doesn't? 🤔
BlargAttack | BlargAttack
Heartbreaking experience of a daughter with divorced parents and step siblings 💔
lxvesickreality | lxvesickreality
Heartwarming support from Redditor to OP, who was neglected. ❤️
Minitha | Minitha
Teen saves money for trip, dad invites stepdaughter, blames teen. NTA.
anathema_deviced | anathema_deviced
Supportive commenters validate OP's feelings about mistreatment by father.
Lo_tessa | Lo_tessa
Bringing a stepchild along ruins father-son trip 😢
prunepizza | prunepizza
Stepdaughter spends teen's savings meant for trip with dad. NTA.
RubberDucky9099 | RubberDucky9099
Father invites stepdaughter on trip son saved up for 🤦♂️
Wintermute2448b | Wintermute2448b
Mature teen saves money for dad trip, step-sis spends it instead 👎
angel2hi | angel2hi
Every child needs one-to-one time with parents. #NTA 🙌
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Father prioritizes stepdaughter over his own daughter's trip savings 😔
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Father manipulates son into inviting stepsister, blames son for outcome 😔
Dangerfyeld | Dangerfyeld
Setting boundaries in relationships is important. Stick to them 🙅♀️
merme | merme
Boundaries crossed: Stepdaughter ruins father-daughter bonding trip. #NTA 👎
Summoning-Freaks | Summoning-Freaks
Stepdaughter ruins father-son trip, dad takes the credit. 🤔
NodakCollector | NodakCollector
Commenter slams dad and stepdaughter for rude behavior 💸👎
lovebeinganasshole | lovebeinganasshole
Stepdaughter spends teen's trip savings. NTA gets revenge.
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Validating the need for one-on-one time with family ❤️
DramaticCode02 | DramaticCode02
Stepdaughter's inclusion jeopardizes trip funds. NTA comment receives support.
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Step-sister's inclusion meant less money saved for trip 🤔
Numerous_Engineer_21 | Numerous_Engineer_21
Stepdaughter invited on trip, but not asked to contribute? NTA.
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