Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and fun – but what happens when a seemingly innocent movie choice brings up painful memories? One woman found herself in this exact predicament, as her in-laws insisted on watching 'Love Actually' during their annual holiday gathering. With the wounds of her husband's recent infidelity still fresh, she made the tough decision to leave the celebration early. But did she make the right choice? 🤷♀️✨
Thanksgiving Drama: Woman Leaves In-Laws' Celebration Over 'Love Actually' 😱🍿
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Caught between her own emotional triggers and her in-laws' beloved holiday tradition, our protagonist made the difficult decision to leave early, citing a vague excuse. Her sister-in-law's suspicions led to a series of texts questioning her actions, but she maintained her privacy. While the woman wonders if she should have simply endured the movie for the sake of family harmony, the reality is that healing takes time, and sometimes, self-care needs to come first. 💆♀️💖 Let's see what people think about this delicate situation...
OP's husband should have supported her instead of throwing her under the bus. NTA
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Husband's infidelity causes drama during Christmas movie choice. NTA.
tatasz | tatasz
NTA for leaving Thanksgiving celebration over 'Love Actually', but SIL misunderstood
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NTA. Hubby needs to back up OP and clear her reputation.
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Standing up for yourself and your boundaries, NTA 👏
LuvMeLongThyme | LuvMeLongThyme
Don't let him make you own his infidelity. 💔
Unusual-Sympathy-205 | Unusual-Sympathy-205
NTA stands firm against SIL's drama over 'Love Actually' 😎
stuckonCallowagain | stuckonCallowagain
Commenter defends not sharing partner's infidelity with family. 🙌
kcboyer | kcboyer
Navigating family drama during the holidays 🎁
DebMcPoots | DebMcPoots
OP's husband could have been more supportive and understanding 😔
mnb1024 | mnb1024
Spouse plays martyr over 'Love Actually', leaving wife to go.
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Setting boundaries with passive-aggressive in-laws. NTA wins.
nottodaybeezlebub | nottodaybeezlebub
SIL's need for control ruins Thanksgiving, NTA for leaving early 🤷🏻♀️
andreaak88 | andreaak88
Commenter seeks context on infidelity and marriage struggles.
Catfiche1970 | Catfiche1970
Husband's the AH for not leaving with her over movie
JeepersCreepers74 | JeepersCreepers74
Woman leaves Thanksgiving over 'Love Actually'; commenters support her decision ❤️
straight_up_gay13 | straight_up_gay13
Woman leaves Thanksgiving celebration over 'Love Actually'. Husband silent. NTA.
Issyswe | Issyswe
SIL values tradition due to a past loss. NAH, except husband.
umeanalatte | umeanalatte
Agreeing with the commenter's NTA verdict and humorous reply.
ClassicCityMatt | ClassicCityMatt
Honesty is the best policy. NTA for leaving.
CriticismOnly7170 | CriticismOnly7170
Supportive comment calls out husband's behavior and encourages self-worth 👏
Wysteria569 | Wysteria569
Husband's lack of support leads to Thanksgiving drama. NTA.
TwoCentsPsychologist | TwoCentsPsychologist
Empowering comment about respecting oneself and leaving toxic relationships.
BirdsRNtReel | BirdsRNtReel
Skipping a movie shouldn't ruin Thanksgiving. NTA 👍
bamf1701 | bamf1701
droseri | droseri
Supportive comment advises standing up to overstepping SIL 👍
trowawaywork | trowawaywork
Oxford_comma_stan92 | Oxford_comma_stan92
snewton_8 | snewton_8
LiLadybug81 | LiLadybug81
Honesty is the best policy: NTA for leaving Thanksgiving celebration. 😊
ForwardPlenty | ForwardPlenty
Husband's family unaware of counseling, NTA for leaving celebration.
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Setting boundaries is important, even during the holidays 🎄
ttt_tia23 | ttt_tia23
Don't be painted as the monster. NTA. 🚫👹
Constant_Camera3452 | Constant_Camera3452
Spouse's inaction causes Thanksgiving drama. NTA, but husband is. 🤷🏻♀️
StellaThunderG | StellaThunderG
Mature response to tactless SIL at Thanksgiving celebration 😊
RoyallyOakie | RoyallyOakie
Movie plot debate sparks civil discussion, NTA verdict stands 🍿
LittleRedCarnation | LittleRedCarnation
Validating and empathizing with commenter's experience. 🙏
minenangel | minenangel
Supportive comment praises OP's strength and resilience 👏
HersheyCo | HersheyCo
Husband needs to step up and explain. Also, Love Actually? 🤮
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Cheating husband's reputation is not your responsibility. NTA 👍
RunYouCleverDog | RunYouCleverDog
Being honest with his family is reasonable and fair. 👍
morefacepalms | morefacepalms
SIL's movie choice causes Thanksgiving drama, but truth untold.
DagnyTheSpencer | DagnyTheSpencer
In-laws blame woman for leaving Thanksgiving celebration over 'Love Actually' 🍿, but commenter says NTA and advises husband to manage the situation better.
mfruitfly | mfruitfly
Don't protect his cheating, time for a family sit down! 👏
Damn_Dutchman | Damn_Dutchman
Sweet_Charming82 | Sweet_Charming82
Engaging in-law drama, infidelity and secrets uncovered 🤷🏻♀️
Carolinamama2015 | Carolinamama2015
NTA for leaving Thanksgiving celebration over 'Love Actually'. SIL is AH.
HoldFastO2 | HoldFastO2
Commenter asks for clarification on 'Love Actually' adultery scenes.
xparapluiex | xparapluiex
Husband's lack of support causes Thanksgiving drama 😒
FuntimesonAITA | FuntimesonAITA
Commenter sympathizes with woman who left in-laws' Thanksgiving celebration
therealbbqueen | therealbbqueen
Advice for setting boundaries at uncomfortable events 👍
YeouPink | YeouPink
Husband's Love Actually choice ruins Thanksgiving, leaves wife looking bad 😱
Time_Act_3685 | Time_Act_3685
Setting boundaries with pushy in-laws during Thanksgiving 🤔
ScubaCC | ScubaCC
Standing up for oneself against rude in-laws. 💪
EMSgirl1234 | EMSgirl1234
SIL acting weird? NTA for leaving Thanksgiving celebration. 😊
Mabelisms | Mabelisms
Woman defends leaving Thanksgiving celebration over movie choice. NTA 👍
Sea_Experience_7218 | Sea_Experience_7218
Supportive comment defends woman's decision to leave in-laws' Thanksgiving celebration.
pnutbuttercups56 | pnutbuttercups56
Dealing with annoying in-laws and keeping secrets 🤷♀️
Pale_Pumpkin_7073 | Pale_Pumpkin_7073
Avoiding movies that trigger bad memories - NTA's solution 👍
bscrolling | bscrolling
Supportive comment encourages better communication and boundaries with in-laws.
calling_water | calling_water
