Divorce can be messy and complicated, especially when kids are involved. One man, who was married to his ex-wife for nine years, found himself in a tricky situation when his former step-son, JT, asked about the real reason they lost contact after the divorce. The man had been a father figure to JT since he was four years old, but after the divorce, his ex-wife made sure he couldn't see JT anymore. Now, seven years later, the two have reconnected, and the truth has come out. But was honesty the best policy in this situation? 🤔 Let's dive into the story.
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When faced with the difficult question of why he didn't stick around after the divorce, our ex-stepdad chose to be honest with JT. While it's clear that he had JT's best interests at heart, the truth has caused a rift between JT and his mom. Was honesty the best policy in this situation, or should he have kept the details to himself? 😔 As the dust settles, we've collected the top responses from the internet to weigh in on this emotional dilemma. 💬
NTA. Ex-stepdad's honesty helps son understand his family dynamics. 👍
bbanda | bbanda
Honesty is the best policy! NTA for revealing the truth 😊
AmpexQuadruplex | AmpexQuadruplex
Stepdad's honesty with adult stepson is justified and admirable. 👍
Oliviarose85 | Oliviarose85
Reconnecting with ex-stepdad: NTA for revealing the truth 😊
Ardeeke | Ardeeke
Honesty is the best policy: Ex-stepdad reveals the truth 🙌
TypicalManagement680 | TypicalManagement680
Divorce can be messy, but kids shouldn't be hurt. NTA.
Skyward93 | Skyward93
Honesty is the best policy, even if it hurts 😢
HauntofhighAFtower | HauntofhighAFtower
Stepdad's absence due to manipulation tactics, not his choice. NTA.
AndromedaSteppe | AndromedaSteppe
Stepdad steps up to be a solid father figure 💪
purplenarwhal2137 | purplenarwhal2137
Ex-stepdad's honesty about no-contact with ex-wife receives NTA judgment.
Order66-Cody | Order66-Cody
Honesty is the best policy? NTA reveals hard truth. 🤔
AmethysstFire | AmethysstFire
Honesty is the best policy. NTA for revealing the truth.
bearintokyo | bearintokyo
Stepdad praised for revealing truth about ex-wife's betrayal 👏
mjcornett | mjcornett
Heartwarming comment about being a father figure. 💖
a1001ku | a1001ku
Ex-stepdad reassures son and offers support after revealing truth. 👍
dart1126 | dart1126
Ex-stepdad reunites with son after revealing truth. NTA 👏
hope910801 | hope910801
Heartfelt empathy for a difficult situation. 😢
Low-Bank-4898 | Low-Bank-4898
Honesty is the best policy! NTA for revealing the truth 😊
Hazel-the-McWitch | Hazel-the-McWitch
Heartbreaking yet sweet, NTA stepdad wins hearts with honesty. 💖
angelfishsticks | angelfishsticks
Being a loving parent means being honest with your child. 👍
choxkywockydoodoo | choxkywockydoodoo
Reunited after years, ex-stepdad and son bond over mother's deceit 😍
DaniCapsFan | DaniCapsFan
Honesty is the best policy when it comes to family 👍
Dogismygod | Dogismygod
A mother's honesty strengthens her bond with her son. 💛
FormerRedditAddict | FormerRedditAddict
Honesty wins, but at what cost? Ex-stepdad confesses truth. 🤔
olerndurt | olerndurt
Honesty is the best policy! Ex-stepdad reveals the truth. 🙌
Mysterious_Salt_247 | Mysterious_Salt_247
Ex-stepdad's honesty with son after abandonment wins support. 👍
Bairbearbarebear | Bairbearbarebear
Unconditional love for two father figures 💖
PancakeWomen2000 | PancakeWomen2000
Adult son asks about ex-stepdad's truth bomb on lying mother
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Putting the child's best interest first always wins 👍
tompba | tompba
OP's honesty with his son brings closure and reassurance. 👍
LaLionneEcossaise | LaLionneEcossaise
Honesty is the best policy? Ex-stepdad reveals shocking truth! 🤷♂️
iluvcats17 | iluvcats17
Former stepdad's absence hurt ex-stepson, but he cares. 😢
sir-scissors | sir-scissors
Son deserves honesty about absent father, mother deserves his anger. 😢
bootsie_mcgee | bootsie_mcgee
Stepdad's honesty reveals family secret, but he's NTA 🙌
Avatar_014 | Avatar_014
Ex-stepdad tells truth, gets called NTA. Mom lied to son.
rocket___goblin | rocket___goblin
Honesty wins? Ex-stepdad's truth-telling gets NTA approval 😊
Sea_Marble | Sea_Marble
Son's stepdad reveals truth, commenters support honesty and maturity. 👍
jtillery1 | jtillery1
Honesty prevails: Ex-stepdad earns NTA judgment 👍
charitymw7 | charitymw7
Son deserves to know his mom's true character. 👍
KnightofForestsWild | KnightofForestsWild
Honesty is the best policy, even if it's shocking! 😱
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The truth is a mountain, and NTA climbed it 🏔️
padam__padam | padam__padam
Honesty wins! Ex-stepdad reveals truth to son after years. 😊
beanomly | beanomly
Honesty is the best policy! 😊
ConsequenceGrand7667 | ConsequenceGrand7667
Honesty is the best policy, even if it makes you look bad 🙏
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Legal limitations of step-parents' rights. 🤔
Pretend-Preparation | Pretend-Preparation
Honesty is the best policy, especially when it comes to mental health 🙌
yessri1953 | yessri1953
Honesty is the best policy! 😊
TrixIx | TrixIx
Honesty is key! NTA for revealing the truth to son 👍
Baum_Hund | Baum_Hund
Honesty is the best policy for ex-stepdad. 😊
babamum | babamum
Rebuilding with son after betrayal. NTA for supporting JT.
NJ2CAthrowaway | NJ2CAthrowaway
Son's ex-stepdad reveals truth about his mom. NTA. 😊
judge1492 | judge1492
Heartbreaking story of a son robbed of a dad 😢
DubiousPeoplePleaser | DubiousPeoplePleaser
Reconnecting with love and honesty: A heartwarming NTA story ❤
Pain-n-stryife | Pain-n-stryife
Ex-stepdad reveals truth, vindicated as NTA. 👏
odessatucker | odessatucker
Speaking truth: NTA comment defends honesty and integrity. 😊
OurLadyOfCygnets | OurLadyOfCygnets
Stepdad's honesty exposes mother's deception. NTA 😱
cheeezncrackers | cheeezncrackers
Ex-stepdad praised for being honest with son despite potential consequences
RemoteBroccoli | RemoteBroccoli
Honesty prevails! Ex-stepdad and son rebuild relationship. 🙌
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Heartwarming comment about father-son reunion after painful past 😢
SFajw204 | SFajw204
Supportive comment encourages honesty with caution. 👍
Danmont88 | Danmont88
👍 Not the a**hole for calling out toxic parenting.
19pj19 | 19pj19
Honesty is the best policy, even if it causes rifts 🙏
moontiara16 | moontiara16
A heartbreaking NTA comment about losing a step-parent as a child 😢
TheEndisFancy | TheEndisFancy
Honesty is the best policy! NTA for telling the truth 😊
moonydog5555 | moonydog5555
Sharing the truth about a parent's mental illness can be helpful. 🙌
sassyandsweer789 | sassyandsweer789
Honesty is the best policy! NTA 😊
Narshalla | Narshalla
Honesty prevails: Ex-stepdad and son reunite. 😊
Internalbruising | Internalbruising
Ex-stepdad called out for being blamed for ex's lies. 🤯
Throwaway41790a | Throwaway41790a
Honesty pays off: Ex-stepdad's truth-telling gets NTA verdict! 😊
HRHArgyll | HRHArgyll
Honesty is the best policy, even if it hurts. 😢
CallidoraBlack | CallidoraBlack
Son deserves to know truth about his mother. NTA.
veganrd | veganrd
Honesty wins! Ex-stepdad did the right thing. 👍
lushberry_OF | lushberry_OF
Honesty is the best policy! 😊
Eladiun | Eladiun
Heartwarming confession brings closure and joy to son's life 😢
victoriate | victoriate
Honesty is the best policy? Ex-stepdad reveals bitter truth 😬
ericbsmith42 | ericbsmith42
Commenter questions OP's self-perception, suggests adoption for equality. 🤔
BeedletheWeedle | BeedletheWeedle
Honesty is the best policy, even if it's not your secret. 😊
CyndiLuMcCaleb | CyndiLuMcCaleb
Honesty is the best policy according to this NTA commenter 😊
JeepNaked | JeepNaked
Ex-stepdad reveals truth to son after split. NTA for honesty.
cocoagiant | cocoagiant
Honesty is key in family relationships 👍
LindyRyan | LindyRyan
Reconnecting with son after ex's bipolar episode, NTA.
JWJulie | JWJulie
Ex-stepdad reveals truth, ex-wife loses control. NTA wins.
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Honesty is the best policy! 🙌
Maddoxandben | Maddoxandben
Honesty is the best policy? Ex-stepdad reveals shocking truth. 😱
voidgoddessbitches | voidgoddessbitches
