Picture this: You've been saving for years to take your daughter on a dream trip to Italy, a place she's always longed to visit. You're finally ready to make this dream a reality, and the excitement is palpable. But then, a curveball: your ex and his new wife insist that you should also take their daughter, your daughter's stepsister, on this trip. And not just that, they expect you to foot the bill for her expenses too. This is the predicament our storyteller finds herself in. Let's dive into the drama! 🍿🎭🇮🇹
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A Dream Trip or a Nightmare? The Verdict is Out! 🤷♀️🇮🇹
Caught in a whirlwind of family dynamics, financial expectations, and emotional turmoil, our storyteller stands at a crossroads. Should she give in to the pressure from her ex, his wife, and their parents to take Lisa, her daughter's stepsister, on the dream trip to Italy? Or should she stand her ground, considering her daughter Rebecca's feelings and her own sense of fairness? The stakes are high, the emotions are running hot, and the internet is buzzing with opinions. Let's see what the world has to say about this intriguing situation... 🌍🗣️
NTA. Bizarre logic. OP feels guilty for not taking Lisa.
superfastmomma | superfastmomma
NTA: No obligation to pay for ex's stepdaughter. Share custody.
EamoM2oo4 | EamoM2oo4
NTA. Bringing an unrelated teenager across borders? Too risky and unnecessary. 💯
terrapharma | terrapharma
NTA, not responsible for someone else's child. Safety concerns too 😱
buttonboop | buttonboop
NTA: You're not responsible for Lisa's vacation, don't apologize! 😂
PAUL_DNAP | PAUL_DNAP
Debate over taking step-sister on dream trip to Italy 🇮🇹
AITAssholeinFlorence | AITAssholeinFlorence
NTA, don't let them bully you into ruining your dream trip 🎉
herbivorouscarnivore | herbivorouscarnivore
"Stick to your guns and don't let Rebecca's half-sister ruin her dream trip! 🏝🏝🏝"
hilaryflammond | hilaryflammond
NTA- Enjoy your dream trip without the added family drama! 🤓
CorgaroniMac | CorgaroniMac
NTA. Spend time with YOUR family. Lisa isn't your family 💛
iConstipate | iConstipate
NTA. Rebecca's happiness matters most. Lisa's presence will ruin it. 🙅
Smiley-Canadian | Smiley-Canadian
"NTA - Carrie, it isn't the money. This is our dream trip."
Drunk_N_Disney | Drunk_N_Disney
Secure your ex's passport to avoid trip sabotage. #NTA
throwRA1a2b3c4d1 | throwRA1a2b3c4d1
NTA: Other woman wants a free ride for her daughter 😳
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NTA: Enjoy your family holiday and keep her passport safe! 🎉
HollyGoLately | HollyGoLately
NTA, keep it civil with Steve's parents, but don't care.
Kyonkanno | Kyonkanno
NTA- Don't reward Lisa's behavior. Your ex and his wife sound entitled 🙄
lightninghazard | lightninghazard
"NTA. Fairness schmairness. They're not your kids. Drop it." 🙄
TheVue221 | TheVue221
NTA: Weaponizing children and blaming others. Disgusting and heartbreaking. 😢
goldey2572 | goldey2572
"NTA. No obligation to take Lisa. 👏"
Soggy_Garlic5226 | Soggy_Garlic5226
NTA. No obligation to take her on trip. Your choice.
TheUnwrittenScript | TheUnwrittenScript
Sisterly tensions rise over dream trip to Italy 🇮🇹
Shana-Light | Shana-Light
Taking a non-relative child on a trip? Nightmare! NTA 😳
Arbor_Arabicae | Arbor_Arabicae
NTA: Parents' unreasonable demands for dream trip to Italy 🇮🇹
Accomplished_Sun_258 | Accomplished_Sun_258
NTA, explain concerns about step-sister joining trip. Discuss logistics and expenses. 👍
meowmonicameow | meowmonicameow
Rebecca vs Lisa: Who should foot the Italy bill? 🤷♂️
Consistent-Leopard71 | Consistent-Leopard71
Daughter's exclusion from trip sparks debate. NTA, respect her wishes! 👏
Mother_Isopod988 | Mother_Isopod988
NTA. Money isn't the issue, it's about your kid's enjoyment. 🎉
Fluid-Letterhead7605 | Fluid-Letterhead7605
NTA. Steve and Carrie should foot the bill for Lisa 💸
marmaladestripes725 | marmaladestripes725
Daughter's trip, step sister excluded. You subsidize? Hell no! 😍
SomeBadMasterpiece | SomeBadMasterpiece
Passport drama: NTA but will Steve ruin Rebecca's dream trip? 🤔
Jim-Holden | Jim-Holden
NTA: Don't let Lisa hijack your dream trip to Italy 🇮🇹
AtomicFox84 | AtomicFox84
Fairness and responsibility: NTA, parents should pitch in for their kids 💸
serasatanx | serasatanx
Don't let Lisa ruin your daughter's special Europe trip! 🌍
Cold-Release4985 | Cold-Release4985
NTA: You don't owe Lisa anything. Don't let her ruin it 🤪
Calm_Initial | Calm_Initial
NTA: Parents' financial choices and husband's affair complicate dream trip 🤯
Inevitable-Okra-3229 | Inevitable-Okra-3229
Clear communication is key! 🗣️ Let them know it's not about money. NTA.
CMSkye | CMSkye
"NTA. Not responsible for kid's well-being. It's not her trip."
PtEternity29 | PtEternity29
Don't explain yourself, just say 'That doesn't work for us' 👍
ashfordbelle | ashfordbelle
"No" is a complete sentence. Simply say no. NTA 👍
fuzzybunnybaldeagle | fuzzybunnybaldeagle
Rebecca refuses to let Lisa go on dream trip. NTA.
Genestah | Genestah
Carrie plans to take Lisa on a trip after divorcing Steve 👮
adiaz0126 | adiaz0126
NTA. Daughter's happiness should come first. Communication is key. 💛
gidgetcocoa2 | gidgetcocoa2
Teenager not obligated to family vacation? NTA 🙏
brittwithouttheney | brittwithouttheney
NTA: Don't ruin your daughter's trip. Stand up to entitled AHs. 💯
SweetPea-1919 | SweetPea-1919
NTA: Steve's parents should foot the bill for their grandkid 💸
RawbeardXX | RawbeardXX
NTA - No a-hole here. Who should pay for the trip?
scottscout | scottscout
NTA: You're not obligated to take someone else's kid on a trip 🙅
xavii62 | xavii62
Taking someone else's kid on a trip? Not a good idea! NTA
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NTA - Rebecca's dream vacation, Lisa's presence would spoil it. Keep firm!
Random_user_5678 | Random_user_5678
NTA - Not your kid, not your problem 👏
Nomadic-Weasel | Nomadic-Weasel
Daughter doesn't want kid on trip. NTA. Drama ensues. 😱
sw33tlips | sw33tlips
NTA: Lisa isn't your responsibility. Rebecca doesn't want her there. 🙅
that-bro-joshy | that-bro-joshy
Don't let them pressure you! Follow your dream to Italy! 🍕
Why-not-this-one | Why-not-this-one
NTA: Your daughter, your trip, your dream. Enjoy Italy! 🇮🇹💸
Dry_Understanding915 | Dry_Understanding915
"NTA: Awkward family dynamics arise over dream trip to Italy."
Dammit_Janet5 | Dammit_Janet5
Daughter dislikes guest on dream trip: Drama ensues. NTA
AssistPure | AssistPure
Rebecca deserves her dream trip without Lisa! 🌟✈️
Electrical_Power_777 | Electrical_Power_777
NTA. They called you childless? What the f**k are they smoking? You're too nice.
icecreampenis | icecreampenis
NTA, you owe Lisa nothing. Loyalty to your daughter first. 👏
happycoffeebean13 | happycoffeebean13
User sympathizes with OP but emphasizes it's not their responsibility. 👍
lemonchipcookie | lemonchipcookie
Putting your child first can make all the difference. 💚 NTA
xxwp | xxwp
Be 'the bad guy' and say no, protect Rebecca. ❌
spinly_jaye | spinly_jaye
NTA: Rebecca's dream trip to Italy, not about others' opinions 🍕
thomasewardlow | thomasewardlow
NTA, but forcing daughter to bring unwanted person is a**hole move 😑
GeekNGorgeous | GeekNGorgeous
