Imagine being a teenager, caught with a small amount of weed, and instead of a simple grounding, you’re whisked away to a wilderness therapy program. Now, fast forward a few years, and you discover your younger brother was caught with a larger stash, but instead of a similar punishment, he gets off scot-free. This is the story of a man who just wanted an apology from his mother for the stark difference in their punishments. Let’s dive into this intriguing tale of family dynamics, drama, and a dash of Christmas spirit.
A Blast from the Past ️

A Wake-Up Call ⏰

The Wilderness Therapy ️

The Isolation

The Trauma

The Brother’s Secret

The Unfair Treatment

Demanding an Apology

The Accusation

The Unyielding Mother

The Unapologetic Mom and the Christmas Weed Drama
In a tale that’s as much about family dynamics as it is about a bag of weed, our protagonist, let’s call him ‘The Forgotten Son’, finds himself grappling with past traumas and present injustices. After enduring a harsh punishment for a minor teenage misstep, he’s left feeling betrayed when he discovers his younger brother’s similar misdeed was met with a slap on the wrist. Despite his pleas for an apology, his mother remains unyielding, leaving him to wrestle with feelings of resentment and unfairness. Let’s see how the internet weighs in on this captivating family drama.
NTA, parents can be myopic about the harm they inflict

NTA ✨ Your mom’s double standard and refusal to apologize ✨

NTA demands apology for dangerous camps; narcing may backfire ⚠️
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Heartbreaking betrayal by mother, but therapy helped heal the wounds

“NTA: Mother’s lack of apology for weed drama is unforgivable.”
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NTA. Treatment is mental torture. Mom should beg for forgiveness.

NTA- Parents’ double standard traumatizes OP; gender bias questioned

Support and empathy for abuse survivor, wishing them the best ❤️

Abandoned at camp? No heads up? Cut ties?

NTA, OP! Cut them out of your life, you deserve better

Empathy and perspective: Unfair treatment from parents, but worse for OP

Traumatizing wilderness camp experience shared, calls for immediate shutdown

Unfair treatment by family for weed drama. NTA.

Abusive punishment? Pulling you out of school for that?

“NTA. Your dad’s non-apology is a painful reminder. “

NTA parents should apologize. Both reactions were super crappy.

NTA. Your parents’ actions were monstrous. You’re a bigger person

Conservative family dynamics, secret weed discovery, and daring little brother

NTA. Apologize to your younger self and share a joint!

Sibling rivalry over weed: justice or double standards?

Abusive schools and hypocritical parents. NTA for standing up.

NTA. Epic revenge plan: rub it in her face later!

A fiery clash with a surprising verdict

NTA: Savage response to hypocritical mom’s weed drama

NTA! Parenting regrets and lack of apology

NTA. Traumatizing and violating experience. Furious about being kidnapped.

Parents never admit they’re wrong. Seek closure in therapy

Parenting gone wrong: Extreme punishment sparks justified outrage

“NTA and tbh i’d prob cut off my mom is that was me”

NTA – Traumatized OP seeks therapy after dangerous parental negligence.

Sibling favoritism and parental denial: a traumatic Christmas clash

Sibling favoritism and unforgiving family dynamics

NTA- Overcoming unfair circumstances and finding growth.

Cutting ties with no apology? NTA, time to say goodbye
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Empathy and support for a sibling dealing with toxic parents.

Parenting mishaps happen, but owning up is crucial

Cut off toxic parents and prioritize your own well-being.

Kidnapped by hired goons? Cut ties with horrible parents. NTA
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Traumatized by parents’ ‘therapy’ over weed, seek validation and justice.

NTA. Your parents had you kidnapped for a bag of weed? Traumatizing! Consider estrangement.

NTA. Express your trauma to parents, go NC for resolution.

Unfair treatment at rehab, demanding apology from mom.

NTA! Deserve an apology? I’d lose my sh*t too!

NTA… Tell your dad and free yourself from the pain

NTA. The damaging favoritism and resentment led to a happier life

Sibling rivalry: NTA, older sibling gets all the consequences
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Kidnapped for 2 months? NTA, an apology is the least!

Surviving the wilderness without being an a**hole

Escape the drama and roll a fat ass blunt
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NTA, but staying quiet was a mistake. Unbelievable parenting!

Heartbroken fan shares trauma caused by favorite band’s reunion. Admirable maturity.
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Unleashing emotions: Threatening to sue to resolve conflicts
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Mom sends OP away, gets mad when Christmas is ruined. NTA

Forgiveness triumphs: A sibling’s noble act against parental torment.
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Parents’ extreme reaction to sibling’s drug use. NTA!

Sibling stands up to narcissistic mother, not the a**hole

Cutting ties for peace

A relatable story of sibling dynamics and overcoming family challenges
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Mom’s pride vs. sibling drama: NTA caught in the middle

NTA – Denial won’t bring an apology. Embrace a better life

Cutting off contact with parents? NTA, they’re total a**holes

A dad’s harsh punishment followed by a heartfelt apology

Cutting ties with parents after drama? NTA, surprising but understandable.

Empathy and justice prevail in a heartbreaking family dispute

Defiant and righteous, NTA stands up to their dad.
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NTA questions gender bias in extreme punishment for weed use

Abusive camps and an unapologetic mother? NTA, for sure!
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NTA- A TikTok sensation sparks a weed drama

NTA. Demand that apology!

Sibling secrets: The fallout of not telling your dad

Surprising forgiveness after a dramatic incident.

Sibling rivalry: Youngest sibling calls out unfair treatment
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Mothers never apologize? This NTA comment hits close to home
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Boot camp programs: harmful or helpful? NTA deserves apology

Escape the drama! Cut ties until she apologizes
