Imagine having an annual tradition with your child, only for your ex to try and invite themselves along with their new spouse! Well, that’s exactly what happened to one dad who’s been taking his son on a camping trip to Yosemite every year since he was a little kid. Now, his ex-wife, who’s been absent from their son’s life for years, wants to tag along with her husband to ‘bond’ with the boy. But the dad is standing his ground and refusing to let them crash the special father-son trip. Let’s dive into the story…
Ex Returns After Years of Absence ♀️
Young Mother Struggles
Ex Tries to Reconnect
Matt’s Stance on Mom
Ex Pushes for More Involvement
Dad and Son Stand Firm ✊
The Camping Trip Tradition ️
Ex Wants to Join the Trip
Dad Says No! ❌
Ex and Sister Team Up
Dad Stands by Son’s Decision
Sister Thinks Dad’s Wrong ♀️
Dad Stays Firm on Camping Trip Boundaries ️
So, despite the ex-wife and sister teaming up to pressure the dad into allowing the unwelcome guests on the trip, he’s staying firm in his decision to protect the special father-son tradition. ♂️ It’s clear that the son doesn’t want his mom and her husband to join them, and the dad is respecting his wishes. But what do you think about this situation? Is the dad right to stand his ground, or should he give in and let them join the trip? Let’s take a look at some of the top reactions from the internet…
OP is NTA for respecting his son’s wishes and boundaries.
Ex demands camping trip with son, ignores healthy boundaries. NTA.
NTA. Ex-wife should pursue custody in court. Don’t ruin son’s vacation.
Letting your son decide is the right move. NTA
Putting your child’s needs first is not being an a**hole
Ex-wife’s request to join camping trip denied, NTA.
Empowering children to make decisions about their relationships
Supportive comment advises OP to stand by son’s boundaries
Ex-wife’s husband judges dad’s parenting, but he’s not the parent. NTA
Father-son bond prevails as dad stands up for son’s choice
Setting boundaries with ex’s new partner. NTA
Ex wants to be involved after a decade of absence. NTA prioritizes son’s feelings.
Ex’s behavior has consequences. Reassuring that son’s better off.
Ex wants to join camping trip but son’s decision respected
Dad stands his ground, ex-wife tries to force her way in
NTA. Repairing relationship not your responsibility. Son old enough to decide.
Son’s happiness and comfort should be top priority. NTA
Respectful NTA dad sets boundaries on camping trip with son ️
Mother’s absence for over a decade has consequences, NTA.
NTA for excluding ex and her husband from camping trip ️
Respectful co-parenting takes time and effort. NTA.
Son’s choice matters, absent parent can’t make up in 2 years
Protecting son’s favorite trip, NTA refuses ex and husband.
Father-son bonding trip, not for ex-wife to intrude. NTA.
Son’s opinion is what matters, NTA for refusing ex’s request
Defend your family tradition and find other opportunities together!
Don’t taint your father-son bonding trip with strangers. You’re NTA
Brutal honesty reigns in this NTA comment section
Standing up for your child’s wishes is important
Parental double standards? Commenter calls out favoritism in custody battles.
Letting son make decisions = good parenting. Ex joining camping trip = a**hole move. NTA
Supportive comment defends father’s decision, encourages healthy relationships.
Son’s choice matters, mother should have been there. NTA
Protecting son’s comfort and relationship, NTA dad sets boundaries.
Protective dad prioritizes son’s stability over ex’s sudden interest.
Trust must be earned, NTA dad prioritizes son’s safety
Proud dad shares his son’s success on camping trip
Setting boundaries with ex can be tough. NTA for dad.
Respectful boundaries make for happy campers
Respect for children’s opinions matters, NTA for dad’s decision.
NTA – Father defends son’s autonomy and emotional well-being.
Respect boundaries and suggest alternative activities for a peaceful relationship
Father stands up for son after ex’s absence for 11 years
Dad prioritizes bonding with son over ex’s husband. NTA
Respecting son’s wishes is key to healthy co-parenting
Father stands up for son’s feelings and family tradition. NTA
Camping trip as a trial reconciliation? NTA, too invasive
Setting boundaries with exes is important for healthy co-parenting
Protecting your son’s wishes on a special trip . NTA, dad.
NTA. Father’s decision to exclude ex is justified.
Let Matt decide! NTA for wanting ex out of life
Forced communication doesn’t work, especially with a 16-year-old.
Let the kid decide. Ex and sister are being ridiculous
NTA for refusing ex and her husband on camping trip ️ . She’s putting her needs above her son’s.
Son’s happiness comes first. NTA for prioritizing his feelings
Being a good parent pays off
Enjoy your time with your son, not your ex and her husband
Protect your special trip with your son and set boundaries.
Letting son make his own decision, NTA for excluding ex.
Protecting his son’s feelings, dad excludes ex and her partner.
Valued tradition, difficult vacation. Suggests alternative trip. ️
A heartwarming NTA comment about a father-son camping trip ❤️
Dad prioritizes son’s happiness, avoids potential family drama
Savage! One-liner calls out sister’s behavior.
Ex wants to bond with son after being absentee mom. NTA dad refuses.
Biological mother not entitled to love and affection from child
16-year-old has right to choose custody. NTA for setting boundaries.
Last Updated on May 4, 2023 by Diply Social Team