Thanksgiving is a time for family, but what happens when a family reunion turns sour? One man (30M) found himself in the middle of a power struggle when he visited his mother for the holiday. His mother's boyfriend, who happens to be his ex-stepfather, made a surprise appearance and reignited old conflicts. With tensions running high, would he stay or would he go? 🤔🦃
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A Thanksgiving to Remember... or Forget? 🤷
Caught between his love for his mother and his resentment for her controlling boyfriend, our protagonist made the difficult decision to leave Thanksgiving early. After a heated confrontation over his abruptly shut-down laptop, he put his foot down and demanded to be treated like an adult. Now, he's left wondering if he made the right choice, and if the holiday season will bring more drama or a chance for reconciliation. Let's see what the internet thinks of this situation... 🕵️♂️📱
Stand up to bullies. NTA. Consider hotel if visiting.
Nessie51 | Nessie51
Ex-stepfather sabotages laptop, NTA. Plan Orphan's Christmas with friends.
Scotsgit73 | Scotsgit73
Commenters agree that OP is NTA and the mom's boyfriend is an a**hole.
Capital-Literature-9 | Capital-Literature-9
OP handled the situation like a boss 🤘♂️. Skip toxic holidays until respected. NTA
coloradogrown85 | coloradogrown85
NTA for leaving Thanksgiving after mom's boyfriend sabotaged laptop 😱
ZookeepergameOk1833 | ZookeepergameOk1833
Don't let mom's boyfriend ruin your holiday season. NTA.
Bill-Shatners-Penis | Bill-Shatners-Penis
NTA. Going no contact seems like the best option 🙌
BadTemperedBadger | BadTemperedBadger
Setting boundaries is important for mental health 👍
seskasha | seskasha
Mom's boyfriend sabotages laptop while OP works. NTA!
BabyBlueDixie | BabyBlueDixie
Don't let a controlling a**hole ruin your holiday. Stand firm! 💪
Arquen_Marille | Arquen_Marille
Controlling boyfriend sabotages laptop, NTA stands up for himself. 💪
Thediciplematt | Thediciplematt
Setting boundaries with a controlling stepfather. Good for you! 💪
Paevatar | Paevatar
Skip Christmas with toxic mom's boyfriend. NTA-approved 🎄
stuckonCallowagain | stuckonCallowagain
Protect yourself from bullies. Control your environment. Good luck 👍
latents | latents
Standing up to ex-stepfather, but checking on mom's well-being 🙏
PookieCat415 | PookieCat415
Protect your mental health. Have an honest conversation with mom 👍
[deleted] | [deleted]
Stand up for yourself and don't tolerate abuse. 💪
depressivedarling | depressivedarling
Mom's boyfriend sabotages laptop, NTA for leaving Thanksgiving early 😱
Thesafflower | Thesafflower
Set boundaries with toxic family members for your own well-being.
Trice316 | Trice316
Mom's boyfriend ruins Thanksgiving and laptop, NTA leaves early 😱
SaraG1973 | SaraG1973
Mom's boyfriend crosses the line, commenter says NTA 😊
summertime_fine | summertime_fine
Protecting your self-care is important 👍. NTA for leaving early.
bashark94 | bashark94
Toxic mom's boyfriend ruins Thanksgiving, NTA leaves early. 🍗
Whatever-and-breathe | Whatever-and-breathe
Mom's boyfriend sabotages laptop, commenter calls him a**hole. NTA.
YourMothersButtox | YourMothersButtox
Setting boundaries with toxic family members. Good for you! 💪
AffectionateAd8770 | AffectionateAd8770
NTA. Commenter calls out OP for considering a weak apology.
Iridium_Pumpkin | Iridium_Pumpkin
NTA. Standing up for yourself and leaving was the right move 👍
BigMouthDiva | BigMouthDiva
Standing up to abuse is never easy, but you did it. 👏
Minute_Patient_8841 | Minute_Patient_8841
Avoid toxic ex-stepdad and mom this Christmas. NTA. 🎄
6poundpuppy | 6poundpuppy
NTA comment receives no replies.
ajaye90 | ajaye90
Mom's boyfriend sabotages laptop, NTA leaves. Mom needs boundaries. 😱
HiddenTurtles | HiddenTurtles
Mom's boyfriend messes with laptop, gets called out. 😱
ProfessionalCar6255 | ProfessionalCar6255
Mom's boyfriend sabotaged laptop, commenter supports OP and condemns bully.
YDCtvenergyhealer | YDCtvenergyhealer
Skipping Christmas after laptop sabotage. 😱
beaglemama | beaglemama
Mother's boyfriend sabotages laptop, NTA for leaving. Sad situation 😢
No_Interview_2481 | No_Interview_2481
Spend Christmas with friends, not toxic family. 🎄
Critical-Joke-597 | Critical-Joke-597
Respect personal boundaries. Turning off someone's computer is serious 🙅
ClothesQueasy2828 | ClothesQueasy2828
Siblings unite! Start a new Christmas tradition without the abuser 🎄
AnnoyedRedheadedMom | AnnoyedRedheadedMom
Setting boundaries with toxic family members 👍
JCBashBash | JCBashBash
Commenter sympathizes with OP and suggests taking a break from family.
journeyintopressure | journeyintopressure
Power tripping mom's boyfriend gets what he deserves. NTA!
bibliobitch | bibliobitch
Avoiding toxic family members on holidays 🎁
River_Song47 | River_Song47
Mom's boyfriend sabotages laptop, NTA for leaving Thanksgiving early 😱
Kareberrys | Kareberrys
Commenter suggests helping mom leave boyfriend, gets pessimistic response.
Defiant_Ingenuity_55 | Defiant_Ingenuity_55
NTA and staying calm despite torment? Impressive 😎
Vahagn323 | Vahagn323
Stand up for yourself and set boundaries with mom's boyfriend 💪
HalcyonDreams36 | HalcyonDreams36
NTA for leaving early due to mom's boyfriend's destructive behavior 😱
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Don't let age stop you from standing up for yourself 💪
Affectionate-Can-279 | Affectionate-Can-279
Avoiding violence and standing up for yourself. NTA 💪
Collwyr | Collwyr
Cutting off toxic family members 👍 NTA 🙌
Kyfho1859 | Kyfho1859
Mom's boyfriend is a control freak. You're NTA. 💪
sub2865 | sub2865
Respect your boundaries and cut out toxic people🚫
SilverGlitterDoll | SilverGlitterDoll
Mom's boyfriend sabotages laptop, commenter advises therapy. NTA 😱
Wise_Impression_6391 | Wise_Impression_6391
Cutting ties with toxic family members is sometimes necessary 👍
vac_roc | vac_roc
Commenter suggests physical retaliation against laptop saboteur. 😬
LeMans1217 | LeMans1217
Escape toxicity this Christmas, you're NTA 🎄
Confident_Storm_4884 | Confident_Storm_4884
Don't let toxic family members ruin your holidays. NTA 🎄
slendermanismydad | slendermanismydad
Commenter believes OP is not the a**hole. 👍
jenna_ducks | jenna_ducks
Respect for personal property is a must. NTA for reacting.
tatsmetalandpuppies | tatsmetalandpuppies
Commenter believes OP is not the a**hole in situation.
Ridiculous_Cat | Ridiculous_Cat
Avoiding toxic family members is sometimes the best option 🙏
RevolutionaryCow7961 | RevolutionaryCow7961
Standing up for yourself is always the right thing 💪
Fit_Butterscotch7103 | Fit_Butterscotch7103
Mom's boyfriend crosses the line, commenter agrees
BubbaChanel | BubbaChanel
Mom's boyfriend sabotages laptop, commenter supports leaving toxic environment.
orangeupurple1 | orangeupurple1
Commenter believes OP is not at fault 👍
Ok-Abbreviations4510 | Ok-Abbreviations4510
Son stands up to mom's boyfriend's laptop sabotage 😍
SammyLoops1 | SammyLoops1
Leaving Thanksgiving early was the right move. NTA 👏
GrumpyOldFatGuy | GrumpyOldFatGuy
Tough love from a commenter, prioritizing relationships. 👍
Illustrious_Tank_356 | Illustrious_Tank_356
Agreed! 🙌 NTA and that guy is a total 🍆.
Prize-Storage5575 | Prize-Storage5575
Commenter believes OP is not the a**hole 👍
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Agreeing with NTA verdict and condemning mom's boyfriend 👊
mr_diva | mr_diva
Stand up for yourself and set boundaries with toxic family members.
SuperHuckleberry125 | SuperHuckleberry125
Avoid toxic family members during the holidays 🎄
NoCleverUsernameIdea | NoCleverUsernameIdea
Don't mess with someone's work! NTA comment section agrees.
Dismal_Intention6350 | Dismal_Intention6350
Comment suggests mom settle for better options than toxic boyfriend.
2ndcupofcoffee | 2ndcupofcoffee
