We all know family gatherings can be a breeding ground for drama, and this story is no exception! 😅 A dad in his 60s, nearing retirement, thought he'd make a lighthearted joke in a family group chat, telling his daughters-in-law and wife to 'toughen up' and 'grow a pair' when they vented about pandemic struggles. Little did he know, his joke would spark a chain reaction that would ultimately ruin their Thanksgiving plans! 😲🦃 Let's dive into the story...
Dad Tells Daughter-in-Law to 'Toughen Up' & 'Grow a Pair' 😲 Thanksgiving Plans Ruined! 😭
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Thanksgiving Plans 🦃🍽️
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The Joke That Started It All 😅🔥
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Daughter-in-Law's Reaction 😠📝
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Dad's Response 📩🤔
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Thanksgiving Plans Canceled 😭🚫
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Wife's Heartbreak 💔
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Dad's Attempt to Save Thanksgiving 📞🙏
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Wife's Anger 😡
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Dad's Joke Turns Thanksgiving Upside Down! 🙃🦃
So, what started as a lighthearted joke in a family group chat spiraled into a full-blown family drama! 😱 The dad's attempt to make light of the situation backfired, leading to his daughter-in-law's angry response and the eventual cancellation of their Thanksgiving plans. 💔 Now, the wife is heartbroken over not seeing all her sons for the holiday and furious with her husband for his insensitive remark. 😡 Let's see what the internet thinks of this situation...
Insensitive dad dismisses daughter-in-law's complaints, son rocks for supporting her. 👏
Ok-Cheetah-9125 | Ok-Cheetah-9125
Dad told DIL to 'toughen up'. Commenters call him out. 😂
FraughtOverwrought | FraughtOverwrought
OP told DIL to 'toughen up and grow a pair'. YTA.
PragmaticSquirrel | PragmaticSquirrel
OP insulted DIL, refused to apologize and lost access to grandkids. YTA 🙄
cyfermax | cyfermax
YTA for not respecting her boundaries and whining about it 😒
RedoubtableSouth | RedoubtableSouth
Commenter calls out OP's behavior and lack of self-reflection. 👏
esmoves | esmoves
OP is deemed a YTA for condescending and antagonistic message.
cotsoui | cotsoui
Man refuses to cancel Thanksgiving plans, calls daughter-in-law a whiner. YTA.
WildlifePolicyChick | WildlifePolicyChick
OP's toxic masculinity called out and condemned by commenters. 👏
ADawg28 | ADawg28
Commenter calls out YTA for complaining about Thanksgiving plans 😒
mintymonstera | mintymonstera
Commenter advises YTA to work on EQ and improve relationships 👍
Thumper1k92 | Thumper1k92
Commenter calls out OP's selfish behavior, predicts his lack of parenting involvement.
socialjusticekimchi | socialjusticekimchi
Commenter calls out dad's lack of parenting experience during pandemic 👏
millenialbullshite | millenialbullshite
Commenter calls out OP for insensitive joke and lack of empathy.
JudgeJed100 | JudgeJed100
Insulted daughter-in-law, dismissed her feelings, and complained. YTA 🤢
Agreeable-Asparagus | Agreeable-Asparagus
🤦♂️ Dad doubles down on being a jerk and ruins Thanksgiving 🦃
Wiilikecats | Wiilikecats
Commenter calls out OP for hypocrisy and toxic masculinity. Reply suggests OP may be dismissive of women's voices.
ChewMyFudge | ChewMyFudge
Commenter calls out toxic masculinity and lack of apology. 💪
besupergood | besupergood
Commenter calls out OP's bad parenting skills with sass.
GrymDraig | GrymDraig
Commenter calls out dad for being a pandemic jerk 😱
princessofperky | princessofperky
Commenter calls out OP's hypocrisy in a witty way 😏
HaElfParagon | HaElfParagon
Commenter calls out dad for lack of empathy. 👏
sandyduncansglasseye | sandyduncansglasseye
Commenter calls out YTA for lack of empathy. 😔
90sLady | 90sLady
Dad called out for forcing son to host Thanksgiving. YTA.
FalseAwe | FalseAwe
Commenter calls out OP for not taking their own advice. YTA 😱
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Commenter calls out dad's behavior with a strong acronym.
parthbathia | parthbathia
Empathy wins! YTA gets called out for lack of understanding 👏
truckinmom19 | truckinmom19
Daughter-in-law stands up to toxic masculinity. YTA called out. 👏
Irish19c | Irish19c
Grandfather comparison hits hard 😔
hvtvst | hvtvst
Commenter calls out toxic behavior of father-in-law. 👏
Excellent-Ostrich908 | Excellent-Ostrich908
Commenter calls out dad's toxic masculinity and pandemic insensitivity. 🔥
mm172 | mm172
Commenter calls out father-in-law for ruining holidays, demands apology. 🚨
MooseyMoo1973 | MooseyMoo1973
Commenter calls out misogynistic behavior, advises to face consequences. 👍
Stefi-Lew | Stefi-Lew
Daughter-in-law calls out toxic masculinity and boundaries. Thanksgiving ruined. 😭
annapurnah | annapurnah
Commenter calls out toxic masculinity and urges apology. 👏
Writer_Life | Writer_Life
Commenter calls dad a boomer. 🤣
LandShark4567890 | LandShark4567890
Commenter doubts authenticity, labels dad as YTA.
niida | niida
Commenter calls out toxic masculinity and its consequences for men 😔
Kittobear | Kittobear
Toxic Boomer mindset ruins family Thanksgiving plans during pandemic 😭
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