Birthday Gift Drama: The PC, The Hoodie, and The Broken Promise

Ah, birthdays! They’re supposed to be a time of joy, celebration, and, of course, presents! But what happens when the gift-giving turns into a family drama? This is a tale of a 13-year-old’s birthday wish, a gaming PC, and the unexpected conflict it sparked. A tale of promises, expectations, and a hoodie that became the center of a family feud.

A Big Birthday Wish

The Gaming PC Dream

The Financial Feud Begins

A Surprise Gift Arrives

The PC Purchase ️

The Unexpected Reaction

The Hoodie and Jeans Revelation

The Gift Switch Proposal

The Sister’s Verdict ‍⚖️

The Dilemma

The Gift That Sparked a Family Feud

Imagine working extra hours, saving up, and splitting the cost of a gaming PC with your dad for your little brother’s birthday, only to be accused of being selfish and cruel. That’s exactly what happened in this family drama. The mother, unable to contribute to the PC, bought a hoodie and jeans, and now wants to switch gifts. The sister sides with the mum, accusing our PC purchaser of making their mum feel inadequate. Now, the question is, should the gifts be switched? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation..

Divorced dad here. You did the right thing. NTA

NTA—You spent over $600 for his gift. You’re entitled to make sure he knows it’s from you and your dad. Your mom needs therapy

NTA: The gift surprise that turned into a budget bombshell!

NTA. You gave her plenty of time to budget

NTA: Mom’s poor planning and embarrassment shouldn’t ruin your gift

NTA. Sister agreed, then bailed. Unfair to you and dad.

NTA. Affordable headphones can still be great quality

NTA, but OP acknowledges parentification and plans to move out

Sibling gift drama: NTA, tell the truth and negotiate wisely!

NTA, dealing with an immature mother and parentification. ‍♀️

NTA: Trading a $600 gift for a $60 one? No way!

Divorced mom stands up to ex’s last-minute gaming computer request

Curious about the family dynamics and child support payments?

NTA. No regrets.

NTA – No A-hole Here

NTA: She refused to help, now wants in? Let her drown.

Mom’s unfairness and lack of communication leads to gift drama

NTA: You set clear expectations and she ignored them. ‍♂️

Mom didn’t pitch in, so it’s YOUR & YOUR DAD’s gift

Mom wants credit for gift, but won’t compensate for money spent

NTA: You paid, she’s being selfish. No obligation to repay.

Honesty is the best policy, even with birthday gifts!

NTA. Your mom’s upset about impersonal gift, acting childish

NTA: You worked hard for a great gift, mom’s loss

Sister drama: ‍♀️ Your sister is an idiot, NTA

Sister’s selfishness and bullying leaves OP feeling unappreciated and hurt

Return the clothes and get a quality headset for less!

NTA. Terrible situation all around. Building a gaming PC?

You did the right thing

Build your own PC for better performance and satisfaction!

Mom’s gift fail: Jeans and hoodie more expensive than headset?

NTA. Mom needs therapy

Generous sibling with amazing budgeting skills!

Mom refuses to participate, but wants credit for the gift

NTA. Your mom’s financial dependence is straining your relationship

NTA! You did the research, put in the effort, saved up the money.

“A-hole mom thinks you should spend less. NTA, you’re good!”

Mom takes credit for gift, flakes on payment. NTA wins!

Mom’s gift fail sparks outrage. NTA for being disappointed.

Mom’s gift switcheroo: NTA, she owes you for broken promise!

Understanding the struggles of divorced parents and broken promises

Creative solution to computer gift without removing her name?

Creative solution: Personalize the computer gift without removing hers

Understanding the dynamics of divorced parents and broken promises

Understanding the struggles of divorced parents and broken promises

Understanding the struggles of divorced parents and broken promises.

NTA. Your mom had 3 months to budget for the gift

NTA. Your mom had 3 months to save up, her loss

NTA for refusing mom’s request; suggest gift fund for future

No credit owed. NTA. Broken promise.

Empathy for a dad’s longing to be included in surprises ‍

NTA: Standing up to mom’s unreasonable behavior

NTA. Your mom needs to grow up.

NTA – No a-hole here. What’s the story behind it?

Mom ignores your gift options and wants credit. Not cool.

NTA! Your mom can’t take credit for your thoughtful gift

Mom promised PC, gave hoodie & jeans. Not my fault.

NTA. Mom refused to contribute to PC gift, her loss.

NTA. Mom’s budgeting issue, consider adding her name on PC.

NTA. No money, no say. You did nothing wrong

Mom’s gift fail? You’re definitely not the a**hole!

NTA. Mom backed out, can’t give gift she didn’t contribute to

NTA – Joint gift success story

Generosity without obligation: NTA, share the credit if you want

NTA, consider building a gaming PC with your siblings!

NTA. You were thoughtful and considerate, she wasn’t.

NTA. Your mom cheaped out on your brother’s present.

NTA – You’re an amazing sister, don’t let your mom dim your shine! ✨

Empathizing with a single mom’s struggles with gift inequality

NTA. Mom needs a budgeting lesson

Mom’s insecurities shouldn’t ruin your thoughtful gift for brother

NTA: Dad and you can afford the gift, mom lied to brother

Stand your ground! You’re NTA, don’t let her manipulate you!

NTA. A thoughtful sibling’s gift sparks birthday gift drama

NTA. Take credit for the gift and set boundaries with mom

Hold your ground! Don’t switch gifts!

Being the responsible one in the family

Creative solution: Combine gifts, avoid drama

Mom steals gift, commenter says NTA. Drama ensues.

Sibling gift drama: You budgeted $600, mom didn’t. NTA.

Mom ignored warnings and alternatives, blames herself for “looking bad”

Stand your ground! Don’t let your manipulative mom win!

NTA. Mom’s insecurity over dad’s gift. Encourage brother’s hoodie.

Mom’s financial irresponsibility causes tension. Time for a talk!