A sentimental $50 bill is gone after a man’s nephew stole it to take his girlfriend out. The bill was a reminder of a bet made with his best friend and being named godfather to his friend’s daughter. The man’s sister thinks he’s being too hard on his nephew for ignoring him after the incident. What do you think?
Betrayed by my nephew: Sentimental $50 bill stolen

Forgotten $50 bet causes family drama after 9 years ⚠️

Heartwarming memory of a nephew’s generous gift

Honoring a lost friend, but is it wrong to ignore nephew?

Nephew stole a sentimental $50 bill, how to handle it?

Nephew steals $50 bill, family knows, AITA for ignoring him?

Nephew steals $50 for date, AITA uncle ignores him?

Betrayal hurts, but should family be held to a standard?

Nephew stole sentimental $50 bill, AITA for ignoring him?

Nephew stole $50, AITA for ignoring him? Family upset.

My nephew stole a sentimental $50 bill from me, AITA?
A sentimental $50 bill was stolen by my nephew which was a memento of my best friend. After 9 years, my friend gave me this bill when he found out he was going to be a dad. Unfortunately, he passed away when his daughter was 5. The bill was a reminder of his existence and a precious memory. My nephew stole it to take his girlfriend out to eat, but I am heartbroken. I am not ready to talk to him yet and my sister thinks I am punishing him too hard. Do you think I am being too hard on him? What would you do in my situation? Let’s read some comments and see what others have to say.
Heartbreaking situation, NTA for holding him accountable and seeking closure

Nephew steals sentimental $50 bill, commenters debate whether it was impulsive or calculated.

NTA, nephew needs to find the bill and earn trust back ❤️

The sentimental $50 bill is more than just an object
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Nephew steals sentimental bill, commenters suggest harsher punishment than silent treatment

16-year-old nephew stole sentimental keepsake, NTA for ignoring him.

NTA and they’re lucky not to be homeless

Teaching kids the value of things – painful but necessary

NTA for being upset at nephew’s theft and sister’s enabling
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Betrayed by a loved one, NTA for refusing to speak

Nephew stole sentimental bill, OP ignored him, NTA for punishing.

Nephew blames mom for theft, apologizes but no accountability. NTA.

Nephew steals sentimental $50 bill, *no apology*, NTA ignores.

Kid steals sentimental $50 bill, commenter says NTA for ignoring

Ignoring him is NTA, but not giving any real consequences is.

NTA, kick him out!

Commenter calls out OP for not giving consequences to nephew

Teaching a lesson , Nephew stole $50 bill from AITA

A commenter empathizes with OP and adds a humorous touch

NTA for ignoring nephew, suggest making him commit to meaningful apology

Nephew stole sentimental $50 bill, NTA for not forgiving.
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Setting boundaries is important, NTA. ♡

Curious if this is a recurring issue…

Agreed! Kids these days have no respect for sentimental value.

Nephew stole sentimental $50 bill, commenter empathizes and advises healing ❤️

Throwing away a thief’s belongings, ️ is fair game. NTA.

Demanding consequences for theft, but should the mother be blamed?

Suggesting a way to track down the stolen $50 bill

Confront nephew’s stealing behavior and set boundaries, NTA.

Teach them consequences with humor and a**hole nephews.

Nephew stole $50 for a date, commenter suggests kicking them out.

Regret doesn’t always fix the consequences.

Losing a sentimental item sucks. NTA for being upset

Teens do stupid things without thinking, nephew needs consequences

Strong reaction to nephew’s theft

Nephew stole a sentimental bill, NTA for ignoring him

Stealing is stealing. NTA for holding your nephew accountable.

Honoring a lost friend with weekly lunch or fund, NTA.

Grounding is a more appropriate punishment than just saying sorry.

Teaching kids about consequences

Calling him ‘The Thief’ forever seems like a fitting punishment

Teaching a lesson
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Nephew stole sentimental $50 bill, commenter forgives, advises taking time.

A heartbreaking reminder of the consequences of dishonesty

NTA. The nephew stole and the sister is being disrespectful ♀️
