Father’s Heartbreaking Dilemma: To Fund or Not to Fund His Estranged Daughter

Imagine this: You’re a father who has been estranged from his daughter for most of her life. You’ve tried to reach out, to mend the broken relationship, but to no avail. Then, out of the blue, she appears, not with an olive branch, but with her hand outstretched for financial aid. What would you do? ‍♂️ This is the real-life dilemma faced by a man we’ll call ‘Dad Dilemma’.

The Long-Lost Daughter’s Return

Attempts at Reconciliation ️

The Unexpected Request

The Daughter’s Predicament

The Father’s Response ‍♂️

A Father’s Heartache

The Aftermath ️

A Father’s Dilemma: Love or Logic?

In a heart-wrenching tale of estrangement and sudden reappearance, ‘Dad Dilemma’ finds himself torn between his paternal instincts and a sense of self-preservation. His 25-year-old daughter, absent for most of her life and unresponsive to his attempts at reconciliation, suddenly reappears with a plea for financial help. Despite her harsh words and accusations, he can’t shake off the feeling that she’s only back because she needs something. As the dust settles, he’s left grappling with a whirlwind of emotions and a single question: Did he do the right thing? Let’s delve into the public’s take on this emotional rollercoaster.

NTA: A complex story with biased perspectives. Money and estrangement.

Dad and stepmom have money, but won’t give it to Emma. Why should OP?

“Father wants daughter to fund college, calls names. He’s AH.”

Suspicious stories of blaming child, dad and stepmom are bad

Ex’s manipulation? Dad accused of being the villain.

Emma blames father for ruining her life. What happened?

“NTA. Poisoned or not, relationship is dead. She’s not your daughter.”

Curious about the divorce, forgiveness, and emotional support. More info needed.

NTA. Ex and his wife brainwashed daughter to manipulate you

Curious about the accusations Emma made against her father

Father’s heartbreaking dilemma: estranged daughter seeks money, not reconciliation

Ex wants daughter to pay her own way, but also wants you to pay?

Curiosity piqued: What’s the daughter’s side?

Heartbreaking case of parental alienation, money’s impact on legal system

NTA. Daughter seeks money after parental alienation, unfair to you.

Heartbreaking dilemma: estranged child, abusive parent, and doubters

NTA. No one is entitled to your money. Especially not someone who ignored you for years and doesn’t consider you family. Bullies suck ☹️. Good for you!

NTA OP. Child poisoned against father due to money matters.

NTA: Daughter’s financial irresponsibility hurts, OP deserves better

Daughter’s side missing, more to the story?

A complicated family dynamic: estranged daughter paying child support?

NTA! Stay firm and don’t let her get her way!

NTA. Estranged daughter’s entitlement exposed. Teaching her about consequences.

Curiosity about missing information fuels a burning, years-long hatred.

Curious about the parents’ lack of support for custody hearings?

Father’s dilemma: Should he fund his estranged daughter?

Understanding the daughter’s perspective is crucial for reconciliation

Suspicious comment calls out OP’s credibility, smells like BS

Daughter only wants money, focus on those who appreciate you

Conflicting opinions: Responsibility vs entitlement. NTA, entitled assholes.

NTA – A Father’s Tough Decision on Financial Support

NTA – Ex and wife using tragedy to save money

Curious about the backstory? Share your insights and experiences!

Heartbroken father caught in a web of deceit and manipulation

NTA. Unfortunate situation. Daughter’s a brat, counseling needed for reconciliation.

Supportive comment receives agreement and praise from others.

Privilege vs Entitlement: A Father’s Dilemma

Heartbreaking dilemma: NTA, but is daughter really a spoiled brat?

Emma’s dad wants her to pay for school, but her ex disagrees.

Safeguard the money! Pay bills directly to avoid manipulation

Curious about Emma’s anger and her dad’s alleged lies?

NTA, limited involvement after age 10, ex won more custody.

Empathy and support for a father dealing with custody issues

NTA. Demand she pay wasted court fees. Ex’s hypocrisy exposed.

Heartbreaking family dynamics: estranged daughter and unequal financial support

Ex and Wife want daughter to learn responsibility, but shift burden. NTA

Ex’s hypocrisy: Wants responsibility but not financial contribution.

Father’s heartbreaking dilemma: Should he fund his estranged daughter?

NTA- Your money, your right to spend as you see fit

Heartbreaking dilemma: father not obligated to fund estranged daughter

NTA: Don’t feed into her delusions

Heartbreaking story of an estranged daughter’s traumatic childhood and resentment

Ex’s hypocrisy exposed. NTA for not funding estranged daughter’s college.