Brrrr! Imagine being invited to brunch at your boyfriend’s parents’ house, only to find yourself shivering on their deck in 45°F weather! ♀️ Our poor protagonist has endured this chilly tradition for years, but last week, she finally reached her breaking point. Bundled up in layers, she still couldn’t enjoy her meal as the food turned cold faster than you can say “pass the syrup!” ❄️ When she politely asked to move inside, her request was met with silence… even from her own boyfriend! Desperate for warmth, she took matters into her own hands and finished her meal in the dining room. ️ But now, tension is in the air, and her boyfriend is calling her rude! Let’s dive into this icy tale of family drama and find out if our shivering sweetheart is really the a-hole here!
️ Brunch at the In-Laws’ House… What Could Go Wrong?

❄️ Freezing Temperatures? No Problem… for Them! ♀️

️ Last Week’s Brunch: A Chilly 45°F!

Bundled Up, But Still Freezing My Buns Off! ❄️

Cold Food, Cold Hands, Cold Everything!

♀️ “Should We Pack It In?” Nope, Dad’s Not Budging!

Silence from the Peanut Gallery… Even My BF!

️ Taking Matters Into My Own (Warm) Hands!

Tension in the Air… and Not a Word Spoken!

Was I Wrong? Maybe… But Enough is Enough!

❤️ Trying to Be a Good GF and “Daughter-in-Law”… But at What Cost?

Frozen Out by the In-Laws: Was I Wrong to Seek Warmth? ️
Well, well, well… it seems our protagonist’s attempt to escape the frigid outdoor brunch has left her in the cold with her boyfriend’s family! ❄️ After years of enduring chilly meals on the deck, she finally mustered the courage to speak up and move inside to finish her meal in warmth. ️ But instead of understanding, she was met with icy silence and later, a heated confrontation with her boyfriend! Now, she’s left wondering if her actions were truly rude or if her in-laws’ insistence on alfresco dining in Arctic temperatures is the real issue here. It’s a classic case of family drama with a side of frostbite, and we’re here for it! Let’s see what the internet has to say about this chilling tale!
Guest freezes outside at 45F while rude parents eat in, NTA.

Dad’s insistence on eating outside leaves guests freezing and uncomfortable

NTA. Boyfriend needs to respect your comfort and safety

Red flag? BF needs to step up as host

Dump the bf with unreasonable parents for your happiness.

Scottish upbringing vs. cold weather: NTA guest sets boundaries

What does this even mean?
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NTA. BF’s family is rude and you deserve better

Braving the cold, NTA went inside to eat alone

Guest is uncomfortable eating outside, boyfriend berates her for being rude. NTA.

Break up with this strange guy, dine out on the story

Winter is coming, stay warm and NTA ❄️

Polite response to weird parents insisting on eating outside.

Polite response to rude behavior. NTA for eating indoors.

Assertive advice for standing up to controlling father-in-law.
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Malicious compliance to the rescue!

Freezing outside? No thanks! NTA stands their ground.

Struggling with the cold? This commenter can relate

No need to suffer for the sake of others.

British redditor can’t handle 45 degrees, same here mate

Have some fun with it!

Avoiding cold dinners: NTA suggests fake sneezing or skipping invites.

Eating outside in 45 degree weather? Food must’ve tasted gross

BF’s parents ruined dinner outside and relationship with OP.

Cold and polite OP vs. rude parents and BF ♂️

Setting boundaries with controlling parents. NTA for refusing.

Putting up with bs won’t make you a good daughter-in-law

Guests shouldn’t freeze to please their hosts. NTA.

Don’t be an a-hole, respect people’s temperature preferences ❄️

Polite NTA commenter fed up with uncomfortable outdoor dining.

Defend your warmth, not your BF. NTA

Expecting everyone to be comfortable in 45 degrees is rude ❄️

NTA, rude of them to give you silent treatment. Reconsider in-laws

Eating outside at 45 degrees? No thanks, not hospitality

Red flag alert! Address the power imbalance & controlling behavior

Take control of your health and don’t let others dictate.

Suggest gifting a patio heater to enjoy family time outside

Refusing to freeze outdoors for a meal.

Dad’s in charge but doesn’t know how to treat guests

Victorian blizzard outfit not enough for unheated deck in 40s

NTA’s BF’s dad is rude AF. Talk to BF about it ♀️

Don’t be a cold-hearted a**hole, respect people’s comfort level

Being a good host means keeping guests comfortable.

Join the rebellion against outdoor dining with dad! #NTA

Excluded from family meals due to FIL’s germaphobia.

Canadian commenter supports not eating outside in cold weather ❄️

BF problem? NTA shouldn’t suffer, parents need to understand.

NTA freezing temps, relatable coffee break, and a Google search ☕❄️

Choosing comfort over cold: NTA, BF’s family’s insanity AH

Choosing to eat inside or outside should not be a problem

Family insists on eating outside at 45 degrees – NTA!

Standing up for oneself and defying parental norms. NTA
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Moving to a colder place? Talk to your bf and stand up for your needs! ❄️

Defending hospitality with sass and sarcasm.

Single comment section, cold weather, and a sassy response.

Being a considerate host means accommodating guests’ comfort levels

Partner’s family is abusive. Leave if he won’t protect you. NTA

New Englander agrees dad is delusional for eating outside in cold

Guest called out for being mistreated by inconsiderate hosts.

Standing up for your comfort #NTA

Don’t suffer outside for politeness. NTA

Different people handle temperatures differently. Don’t be a snowflake. ❄️

Boyfriend and father are the a**holes, see the red flag

BF’s foolishness questioned in outdoor dining etiquette debate.

Don’t freeze for the sake of ‘tradition’. Stand your ground!
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A cold dinner party? No thanks! NTA for staying warm

NTA. Hosts should be considerate of guests. 45°F is cold.

Guest gets cold shoulder from parents insistent on eating outside

Setting temperature limits for outdoor dining. NTA confirmed.
