Imagine this: you’re a 34-year-old man from a non-western culture, where family traditions run deep. You’ve got a holiday tradition that involves a massive meal, and traditionally, the women in the family take on the responsibility of preparing the feast. But times are changing, and you and your cousins have taken up the mantle. But then, you marry a woman who doesn’t share your cultural background, and things get a bit complicated… ️
A Tradition Unlike Any Other

Changing Times, Changing Roles

A New Generation Steps Up

The Old Guard Observes

A New Wife Enters the Scene

A Cultural Clash?

A Deal is Struck

The Holiday Arrives

The Deal Goes Sour

A Stand is Taken ✊

The Aftermath ️

The Question Remains

A Family Tradition, A Broken Deal, and a Question Left Hanging
So, there you have it – a tale of family tradition, changing times, and a deal gone sour. Our protagonist, a man embracing modernity while respecting tradition, finds himself at odds with his new wife over a cherished family custom. While the rest of the family seems oblivious to the tension, he’s left questioning the worth of his wife’s stand. Was it really necessary to upset the apple cart for the sake of making a point to a handful of old men? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this festive fiasco… ️
Wife’s refusal to help causes stir – NTA wins!

NTA: Two wrongs don’t make a right. But is she justified?

NTA: A dedicated husband who takes pride in his contributions.
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NTA – Wife’s power play backfires, causing unnecessary family drama

NTA: Wife’s last-minute decision causes holiday drama

Gender balance in holiday chores causes disagreement

NTA: Wife’s pettiness and lack of common courtesy sparks outrage

NTA. Wife’s refusal to help causes holiday havoc ️

“Gender roles suck, but refusing to do your fair share? NTA!”

Wife’s behavior at family gathering sparks tension and disapproval

Wife’s entitled behavior during family tradition sparks heated debate

Is it rude to invite someone to dinner and expect them to help cleanup? ️

NTA. Reasonable agreement, but wife thinks it’s sexist

Did the male cousins do equal labor? Petty or something changed?

Politeness and education: the missing ingredients in this situation!

NTA: Wife breaks agreement, stiffing cousins. Holiday havoc ensues ️

“NTA, I believe in equality, but being a rude guest? “

Polite guest offers help, but is reminded she’s family too ♀️

NTA: Wife agreed, then reneged. Not cool

Entitled wife refuses to help, causing holiday havoc. NTA!

NTA – Older generation irrelevant; wife needs to pitch in

NTA: Wife accused of laziness, not fighting gender discrimination

Wife’s rudeness sparks outrage. You’re NTA for standing up.

NTA! Common courtesy is important. Good luck for the future!

NTA: Misunderstood title, wife should’ve declined if she didn’t want to help

NTA: Guests should always help with clean up and prep!

NTA: Wife didn’t reciprocate, questioning her manners
