Christmas Hike Showdown: Mom vs. Son’s Girlfriend

Ah, the holidays – a time for family, food, and… fitness? For one family, their long-standing Christmas morning hike tradition is causing some drama. The mother, who has been hiking with her family every Christmas since she can remember, is excited to have her son’s girlfriend, Emily, join them this year. However, when she learns that Emily isn’t in great shape and might struggle with the hike, the situation gets complicated. ‍♀️

A Hiking Tradition

Meet Emily

The Hike Dilemma ️

Emily’s Concern

Porter’s Request

Mom’s Suggestion

Porter’s Frustration

Stalemate ⚖️

Tradition vs. Inclusion: Who Will Win?

This family’s Christmas hike tradition is being put to the test as they try to accommodate Emily, the son’s girlfriend. The mother insists on keeping the tradition alive, while her son Porter wants to downgrade the hike to a neighborhood stroll for Emily’s sake. Despite offering alternatives, the mother and son are at a stalemate. So, who’s in the right here? Let’s dive into the top responses from the internet and see what people think about this holiday hike showdown!

Compromises offered, but Porter wants it his way. NTA.

Don’t let one person ruin the plan, NTA

New girlfriend not the a**hole for not wanting to hike.

Commenter and replies express disbelief at casual holiday 10k runs

Don’t let your son make you feel guilty. Don’t change tradition.

Defending MIL’s decision to continue family tradition, while empathizing with son’s girlfriend.

Engaging discussion on a family tradition and possible miscommunication.

Family traditions matter, but compromising is key. NTA

Engaging in a discussion but not being heard? Annoying and rude.

Son’s girlfriend not interested in Christmas hike, causing family tension

Compromises offered but not accepted. NTA for doing what you enjoy

Porter’s disregard for family tradition causes girlfriend discomfort. NTA.

Don’t let a new girlfriend ruin family traditions. #NTA

Son’s girlfriend doesn’t want to hike, but cancels family tradition? NTA

Girlfriend hesitant to join Christmas hike, NTA gives her out.

NTA but empathize with Porter’s concern for girlfriend’s feelings

Mom vs. Son’s girlfriend: Christmas hike ends in peaceful resolution

Clear communication, unclear expectations

Comment section takes a hilarious turn with pregnancy speculations

Son’s girlfriend wants to cancel traditional family hike. Compromises not met. NTA.

Enjoy your hike and let them do their thing!

Don’t skip the hike just to appease one person . Son’s insecurities are the real issue here.

Son’s girlfriend can’t hike but son won’t compromise. NTA.

Introverted girlfriend prefers quiet morning over Christmas hike with mom.

BF defends GF from family pressure to hike, reasonable compromises offered

Setting boundaries for family traditions without being the a**hole.

Communication breakdown: weaponizing ‘not hearing me’

Hiking tradition defended against YTA comments.

Mom refuses to change hike plans for son’s girlfriend. NTA.

Compromise is key! Suggestions for a peaceful Christmas hike

Compromises offered, son’s loss. NTA, do what you want

Hiking is not for everyone, and that’s okay . OP offered options, NTA.

Communicate directly with Emily to include her in the tradition

Son’s immaturity causes Christmas hike dilemma. OP is NTA

Inclusive pre-hike for girlfriend to feel part of group

Fitness feud threatens family Christmas hike

Asserting boundaries: Saying no to unreasonable demands.

Respecting family traditions is important during the holidays

Girlfriend not at fault in Christmas hike dispute

Boundaries are important, NTA for sticking to traditions

Boyfriend wants girlfriend to skip family hike. NTA.

Don’t give up your family tradition, but try to include her

Suggest a compromise for Christmas hike with NTA comment

Standing up for yourself: NTA offers simple compromise

Navigating family traditions and inclusivity with empathy and compromise.

Misunderstanding of hearing vs obeying sparks debate

Uncovering hidden messages in communication with loved ones