Dad Tells Daughter-in-Law to ‘Toughen Up’ & ‘Grow a Pair’ Thanksgiving Plans Ruined!

We all know family gatherings can be a breeding ground for drama, and this story is no exception! A dad in his 60s, nearing retirement, thought he’d make a lighthearted joke in a family group chat, telling his daughters-in-law and wife to ‘toughen up’ and ‘grow a pair’ when they vented about pandemic struggles. Little did he know, his joke would spark a chain reaction that would ultimately ruin their Thanksgiving plans! Let’s dive into the story…

The Family Situation ‍ ‍ ‍

Pandemic Precautions

Thanksgiving Plans ️

The Joke That Started It All

Daughter-in-Law’s Reaction

Dad’s Response

Thanksgiving Plans Canceled

Wife’s Heartbreak

Dad’s Attempt to Save Thanksgiving

Son’s Firm Stance ️

Wife’s Anger

Dad’s Joke Turns Thanksgiving Upside Down!

So, what started as a lighthearted joke in a family group chat spiraled into a full-blown family drama! The dad’s attempt to make light of the situation backfired, leading to his daughter-in-law’s angry response and the eventual cancellation of their Thanksgiving plans. Now, the wife is heartbroken over not seeing all her sons for the holiday and furious with her husband for his insensitive remark. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Insensitive dad dismisses daughter-in-law’s complaints, son rocks for supporting her.

Dad told DIL to ‘toughen up’. Commenters call him out.

OP told DIL to ‘toughen up and grow a pair’. YTA.

OP insulted DIL, refused to apologize and lost access to grandkids. YTA

YTA for not respecting her boundaries and whining about it

Commenter calls out OP’s behavior and lack of self-reflection.

OP is deemed a YTA for condescending and antagonistic message.

Man refuses to cancel Thanksgiving plans, calls daughter-in-law a whiner. YTA.

OP’s toxic masculinity called out and condemned by commenters.

Commenter calls out YTA for complaining about Thanksgiving plans

Commenter advises YTA to work on EQ and improve relationships

Commenter calls out OP’s selfish behavior, predicts his lack of parenting involvement.

Commenter calls out dad’s lack of parenting experience during pandemic

Commenter calls out OP for insensitive joke and lack of empathy.

Insulted daughter-in-law, dismissed her feelings, and complained. YTA

‍♂️ Dad doubles down on being a jerk and ruins Thanksgiving

Commenter calls out OP for hypocrisy and toxic masculinity. Reply suggests OP may be dismissive of women’s voices.

Commenter calls out toxic masculinity and lack of apology.

Commenter calls out OP’s bad parenting skills with sass.

Commenter calls out dad for being a pandemic jerk

Commenter calls out OP’s hypocrisy in a witty way

Commenter calls out dad for lack of empathy.

Commenter calls out YTA for lack of empathy.

Dad called out for forcing son to host Thanksgiving. YTA.

Commenter calls out OP for not taking their own advice. YTA

Commenter calls out dad’s behavior with a strong acronym.

Empathy wins! YTA gets called out for lack of understanding

Daughter-in-law stands up to toxic masculinity. YTA called out.

Grandfather comparison hits hard

Commenter calls out toxic behavior of father-in-law.

Commenter calls out dad’s toxic masculinity and pandemic insensitivity.

Commenter calls out father-in-law for ruining holidays, demands apology.

Commenter calls out misogynistic behavior, advises to face consequences.

Daughter-in-law calls out toxic masculinity and boundaries. Thanksgiving ruined.

Commenter calls out toxic masculinity and urges apology.

Commenter calls dad a boomer.

Commenter doubts authenticity, labels dad as YTA.

Commenter calls out toxic masculinity and its consequences for men

Toxic Boomer mindset ruins family Thanksgiving plans during pandemic