Being a parent is never easy, especially when you have three kids with different personalities. One father admits he wasn’t the best dad when his children were young, but he’s trying to make amends. However, he’s facing backlash for not making an effort to see one of his daughters. Is he justified in his actions, or is he just being heartless? Let’s dive into this family drama!
The Father’s Confession
The Unmarried Dad
Making Memories
Supporting Their Dreams
Bonding with His Son
Daughters: Night and Day
The Angry Daughter
Enough is Enough
The Welcoming Daughter
The Secret Visit
Medical Issues
Mom’s Involvement
The Angry Reaction
The Father’s Dilemma: To Visit or Not to Visit?
This father of three has a complicated relationship with his children, especially his oldest daughter. He’s been trying to make amends for his past mistakes, but his oldest daughter’s anger and resentment make their meetings unbearable. Recently, he chose to avoid her during a visit to their city, and she’s furious. He saw his other two children, but felt he couldn’t handle the stress of being berated by his oldest. Is this dad justified in his decision, or is he just avoiding responsibility? Let’s see what people have to say about this family drama…
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“NTA. He tried, but being a sub-par parent doesn’t make him an AH.”
Dad prioritized fun over being there, now facing consequences. YTA.
AH, but justified? NTA in this specific incident.
YTA. You were a Disney Dad, now you make no effort.
Condoms: Effective or Not? A lively debate ensues.
NTA, but AH in the past. Trying to make amends.
Apologize and make amends or prove you haven’t learned anything
Oldest daughter’s yelling: a justified reaction or an overreaction?
Engaging caption for the comment and its replies
YTA: Neglected oldest child, take accountability and treat all kids equally.
YTA gets called out for years of emotional pain.
YTA: Too many unnecessary details, just get to the point!
NTA for specific scenario, but generally YTA. Resentment due to absence.
Is the dad justified or just projecting? Apologize and reflect!
Commenter calls out a dad for being a terrible parent. YTA
NTA. Have an in-depth talk with her next time
Commenter calls out parent for being a ‘sh*t father’
NTA for providing for education, but still a questionable father
NTA, but reconcile with your daughter for a better relationship.
NTA for current arrangement. Reflect on past mistakes and mend relationship.
NTA for skipping visits, but offer family therapy for closure
NTA: Dealing with rejection and hurt feelings in family dynamics.
Debate over absentee dad’s redemption and daughter’s constant abuse
“YTA. Decades of trauma. Least you can do is listen.”
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Parenting fail: Making more kids than you can care for
NTA for avoiding daughter during medical visit due to stress
NTA – OP not perfect but better than most fathers
Avoiding daughter’s yelling during medical care, NTA for skipping visits.
