We’ve all been there – family drama that never seems to end. But when you’re faced with the choice of helping someone who’s hurt you in the past, what do you do? A woman is torn between her conscience and her history with her stepsister, who now needs a place to live with her daughter. The woman and her husband have the means to help, but is it the right thing to do? Let’s dive into this emotional rollercoaster of a story.
A Rocky Start to Family Life

Family Events Turned Sour

Erica’s Cruel Actions

Forced to Share, But Not Fair

Erica’s Teen Pregnancy

College Dreams Crushed

A Strained Relationship with Dad

Marriage and Financial Success

Parents’ Financial Trouble ️

A Firm Refusal ❌

Family’s Argument ️

Accusations Fly

Stepmother’s Family Joins In

The Dilemma: To Help or Not to Help?

Husband’s Support

The Struggle Between Past and Present
This woman’s dilemma is one for the ages. With a history of hurt and exclusion, she’s now faced with the choice of helping her stepsister and niece, who need a place to live. Her husband is supportive either way, but the decision ultimately lies with her. Is she being petty for holding onto past grudges, or is it fair to protect herself and her family from someone who caused her pain? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
NTA. OP’s sassy responses are on point. Don’t let entitled family guilt you.

NTA. Commenters suggest stepsister needs to grow up and take responsibility

Savage yet hilarious response to offering housing.

Family can’t just decide to be family when they need something. NTA

NTA refuses to house abusive family, deserves better treatment

Stepfamily treats husband better, but OP still NTA

NTA for refusing to help entitled stepsister and niece.
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Commenter defends their NTA judgment and questions the relationship dynamics

Commenter advises cutting contact with unsupportive family members

No apologies, no support. NTA for standing your ground.

NTA for not housing stepsister and niece. Curious about college funds

Woman refuses to house abusive stepsister and niece: NTA

Commenter supports OP’s decision and calls out dad’s behavior.

No relationship, no obligation. NTA

Entitled relatives? NTA commenter shares their thoughts on housing dilemma

Actions have consequences. NTA for setting boundaries with family.

Husband’s harsh words justified, sister burned bridges. NTA

NTA refuses to house stepsister and niece, but Becky can’t help

NTA. Commenter suggests stepsister find job to support family.

OP fears stepsister may sabotage her relationships. NTA.

Sister wants free housing? NTA stands up for herself.

Wedding expenses bought family attendance. Is that fair?

User defends OP’s decision to not house stepsister and niece
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Stand your ground!

NTA. Toxic family and enabling behavior. Congrats on overcoming challenges

Setting boundaries is important. NTA for saying no.
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Sibling love and care? Not in this situation. NTA.

Generous offer for housing rejected stepsister, but kindness remains.

NTA stands firm on not housing stepsister and niece
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Stepsister unemployed and niece involved, family tensions rise.

NTA. Don’t let abusive family members guilt you into anything.

Don’t give in to entitled family. Listen to your gut!

NTA for refusing to house stepsister and niece. Emotional trauma justified.

Stepmom’s house full? Niece’s mom can find another solution. NTA.

Commenter questions fairness of situation and suggests alternative options.

NTA for not housing stepsister and niece, but family drama ahead
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Protect your property and sanity, NTA

Don’t owe anything to horrible people. NTA

No obligation to house stepsister and niece. Enjoy your life

Choosing not to house stepsister and niece: justified or cruel? ♀️

Cutting toxic family ties for peace and joy.

Agree with NTA comment, cut toxic people out

Live your life and don’t let their gossip affect you

Cutting toxic family members out of your life is necessary

Commenter suggests family should help instead of blaming OP.

Cutting toxic people out of your life is necessary
