Ugh, parents, am I right? They think they’re so funny with their lame pranks, but sometimes they just don’t know when to quit! Well, buckle up, because I’ve got a doozy of a story for you about my dad and his never-ending quest to drive me absolutely bonkers with his “hilarious” antics. But this time, I finally had enough and let him have it. Did I go too far, or was it time for some tough love? Let’s dive in and find out!
Dad’s Annoying Pranks Strike Again!

Mom’s Fed Up Too!

️ From Fake Spiders to Missing Clothes

Hide-and-Seek with My Clothes

Lactose Intolerant? No Problem for Dad!

️ Talking It Out Doesn’t Work

I’ve Had Enough!

️ Dressing to Impress for Interviews

Water Balloon Ambush!

Dad’s Laughing, I’m Fuming

My Hard-Earned Suit Ruined

♂️ I’m Moving Out and Cutting Ties

Dad’s Stunned Silence

Awkward Breakfast Vibes

Mom Says I Went Too Far

Fed Up Son Lays Down the Law on Prankster Dad!
So, there you have it folks – a classic case of a dad who just doesn’t know when to quit with the pranks! From fake spiders to ruined suits, this guy has put his son through the wringer. But after one water balloon too many, the son finally snapped and laid down some serious consequences. No more jokes, no more contact, just a whole lot of awkward silence at the breakfast table. The mom thinks the son went too far, but what do you think? Was it time for the son to put his foot down, or should he have just laughed it off? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this father-son showdown!
Cutting ties with a selfish son who ruined job interviews

Son not the a**hole for standing up to boundary-crossing dad.

Switching someone’s food without their knowledge is a crime

Son’s continuous harassment finally ends with cutting him off. NTA
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Not the a**hole son suggests a solution for his father.

Setting healthy boundaries with an abusive parent, NTA

OP is NTA for cutting off abusive father, commenter relates.

Cut off toxic family members and enablers. NTA.

Son stands up to father’s childish behavior, internet approves

Grown men being jerks? Not funny

Understanding narcissism and gaslighting in abusive families. NTA.

Blunt honesty was necessary. Good luck with interviews, NTA! ✊

Silent treatment teaches importance of not doing dangerous pranks

NTA. Relatable post about abusive dad, but try having a conversation

Standing up against harmless but annoying pranks. NTA.

Father’s pranks are not funny, NTA for moving out ♂️

Setting boundaries with family can be tough , but it’s important to follow through

Recording the incident was a smart move. NTA wins

Water-bombing during important interview? NTA stands up for self.

Self-administered atomic wedgie as poetic justice for cruel bully

Understandable NTA snap, son’s immature silent treatment speaks volumes.

NTA: Mother enabling bully son’s pranks. NC when leaving home.

Fake bugs are funny, but rest is immature and one-sided.

Pranks should be of good taste not of harm. ✨ NTA

Cutting off dad before he cuts you off, classic move

Setting boundaries is important, NTA for standing up for yourself

NTA! Almond milk substitution was straight up malicious

Standing up to childish behavior from son, NTA

DARVO and misplaced aggression. NTA, cut off contact.

Son is an asshole bully and DARVO master. NTA.

Standing up to toxic pranks with consequences

Understanding the root cause of his behavior is important. NTA

Pranks are only funny if the person being pranked laughs

Stand up against bullies, you’re not the a-hole!

Son acts like a high school bully, NTA for cutting ties

Abuse disguised as pranks is not okay. NTA.

Pranking gone wrong, time for a reality check

Pranksters like the dad are abusive people deep down. NTA!

Son gets revenge on father for past prank. NTA.

Don’t let a bully guilt trip you. Move on. NTA

Family estrangement due to lack of self-awareness

Cutting toxic family members out of your life is self-care
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Standing up against abusive pranks. Asking the right questions. #NTA

When telling someone isn’t enough

Psychologist explains dad’s toxic behavior, offers advice to OP.

“Hurt his feelings? he can f**k off” – NTA in Australia

Standing up for yourself and not tolerating childish behavior.

Setting boundaries and low contact is key. Pranks aren’t funny.

The harsh reality of parents not believing their child’s truth

Pranks should be harmless, not harmful. NTA for standing up.

Hating pranksters and calling out their behavior. NTA.

NTA. Commenter relates to OP’s situation with advice and sympathy.

Respect boundaries and don’t make jokes if it’s not funny

Setting boundaries with an abusive parent is hard, but necessary

Father-son jealousy and immaturity strained their relationship. NTA.

Cutting toxic parents out of your life is okay.

Standing up to bullying parent- consequences hurt his feelings

Maturity wins: NTA, father needs to accept consequences to rebuild.

Respectful boundaries are important, NTA for setting them

Son’s pranks cross the line, NTA for setting boundaries.

Son’s childish behavior deserves a taste of his own medicine

Pranks vs. bullying: the thin line explained

NTA acknowledges son’s behavior with hope for change

Sweet freedom tastes like revenge

Setting boundaries with dad – age old FAFO concept.

Family pranks can be fun, but not 24/7 like Jackass.

Setting boundaries is important. NTA for cutting toxic ties
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NTA. Father’s ‘fun’ is bullying. You had the right to speak up.

Empathetic comment, acknowledging past trauma, and congratulating achievements.

Dad’s 2 settings: pranking goofball or pouting toddler. NTA.
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Cutting contact with bullying parent. NTA.

Not the A-hole. The dad’s behavior is terrible and abusive.

NTA, but don’t be obnoxious or rude to others

Humor should be mutual, not at someone’s expense. #NotTheAsshole

NTA. Actions have consequences. Enjoy life without him.

NTA. Father’s abusive behavior pushed son to breaking point.

Standing up to a bully dad, NTA!

NTA. Father lacks boundaries, but at least he cares.

Setting firm boundaries for own sanity, NTA.

NTA. Standing up for oneself is important for mental health.

Son ruins father’s interview and mindset with brutal threat
