Buckle up, folks! We’ve got a juicy post-divorce drama on our hands. Meet our newly single dad, trying to navigate the tricky waters of co-parenting and dating. He’s been keeping his new love life under wraps, but a surprise visit from his ex-wife leads to a towel-clad encounter that’s sure to raise some eyebrows. As tensions rise and accusations fly, our protagonist is left wondering: did he cross the line by keeping his new girlfriend a secret? Let’s dive in and see how this soapy saga unfolds!
Divorce Drama: The Ex-Files
Am I Doing Right By My Kids?
New Love, Who Dis?
Keeping Secrets from the Ex
♂️ Is My Dating Life Her Business? ♂️
The Towel Incident
Lazy Lovers’ Morning
Surprise at the Door
Awkward Encounter
Ex’s Explosive Reaction
Name-Calling and Blame Game
Living My Own Life
Should I Have Told Her?
The Ex-Files: Towel-Gate Edition
Well, well, well… looks like our newly single dad found himself in quite the pickle! After keeping his new love life on the down-low, a surprise visit from his ex-wife led to a seriously awkward encounter. With his new girlfriend answering the door in nothing but a towel, the ex was fuming, accusing him of exposing their kids to “random women.” But our protagonist argues that he’s allowed to live his own life and doesn’t need permission from anyone. ♂️ So, what does the internet think? Should he have been upfront with his ex about his new relationship? Or is his dating life none of her business? ♂️ Let’s see what the masses have to say about this soapy drama!
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New girlfriend found in towel causes ex-wife to flip out
NTA, but maybe dress before answering the door next time?
New girlfriend caught half-naked by ex-wife, both handle poorly. NAH.
Parenting obligations come before alone time with partner.
Co-parenting dispute overshadows new girlfriend, OP needs empathy.
Ex-wife upset over new girlfriend finding was unintentional. NTA
New girlfriend in towel, no phone, expecting kids – YTA.
Co-parenting adds complexity, but ex’s reaction was predictable. Be careful
Ex-husband and new girlfriend both at fault, ex-wife least at fault.
Awkward encounter with new girlfriend in a towel ♂️
Ex-wife overstepped boundaries and insulted, OP not at fault. NTA
Skeptical commenter questions authenticity of surprise girlfriend encounter.
Valid concern about COVID exposure in co-parenting situation
GF’s towel attire raises eyebrows, but OP not at fault. ♂️
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Surprise visit leads to awkward encounter with new girlfriend
Ex-husband gets called out for irresponsible parenting and introducing GF poorly
Ex-wife flips out, but commenters agree OP is NTA
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Skeptical comment calls out fake story with humor
Ex-husband should have communicated with ex-wife about dating around kids
No a-hole here. OP and ex had minor oopsies, GF’s towel mishap weird.
Ex-wife not entitled to know who you’re dating. NTA
Divorced man owes ex zero explanation about new girlfriend.
ESH – Dating boundaries should’ve been discussed beforehand to avoid conflicts.
Co-parenting can be tough, but shocking ex with new GF in towel is not ideal.
Ex-husband gets called out for not answering emergency phone calls
Divorce means freedom, NTA. Ex-wife needs to move on
Meeting the new girlfriend in a towel? Not a good start ♂️
Setting boundaries with ex-wife for the kids’ sake. NTA
Ex-wife’s jealousy understandable, but NTA for dating. Reassure coparenting.
Leading your own life and facing the consequences.
Ex-husband’s new girlfriend answers the door naked, ex-wife concerned.
New GF, new rules. NTA for not involving ex-wife’s business.
Ex-wife overreacts after meeting girlfriend in towel. NTA.
Keeping your kids and GF separate until ready. NTA wins!
Ex’s jealousy over ex-husband’s new girlfriend is unwarranted. NTA.
Divorced dad dodges bullet with crazy ex-wife. NTA.
Mind your own business, ex-wife
New girlfriend, no ex-wife’s business. NTA
No need to rush introducing new partner to kids. NTA
Ex-wife over-reacted to towel-clad girlfriend answering door. NTA.
NTA, but girlfriend’s towel answer at door is questionable
New girlfriend not a replacement mom, NTA for not sharing.
Live your life, forget the ex!
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Being a little more communicative with your ex could help.
Ex-wife can’t handle ex-husband’s new girlfriend. Commenter says NTA.
Ex-wife flips out over new girlfriend finding is NTA
Divorced man handled ex’s overreaction to girlfriend in towel well
Ex-husband gets NTA verdict, ex-wife needs to chill
Being NTA doesn’t excuse neglecting your kids.
NTA! Ex-wife needs to mind her own business
New GF found in towel, NTA for not telling ex
Ex-husband not obliged to discuss GF with ex-wife. NTA
Ex-husband not the a**hole for girlfriend opening door in towel.
Ex-wife overreacts to towel incident, miscommunication leads to drama. NTA.
Ex-wife overreacts to early drop-off, NTA for setting boundaries
Move on, date who you want, just don’t introduce the kids ♀️
Ex-wife barges in unannounced, finds new girlfriend in towel. NTA.
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Ex-husband’s new girlfriend, ex-wife’s meltdown – NTA prevails!
Navigating a tough situation with an understanding girlfriend. NTA
Ex’s emotional reaction to girlfriend in towel at the door
Privacy is important, NTA. Ex-wife’s behavior is unacceptable.
Custody agreements exist for a reason ♀️
Ex-wife’s jealousy exposed by comment defending man’s choices.
Ex-wife needs to chill, NTA. Kids not involved.
Is it really okay for your girlfriend to answer the door in a towel?
Putting your kids first and dating responsibly. NTA
Ex-wife’s overreaction to girlfriend in towel deemed unnecessary. NTA.
NTA defends dating despite ex-wife’s hostile reaction
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Always keep your phone nearby when you have kids!
Ex-wife overreacts to finding GF, but OP needs to be attentive
NTA comment shuts down ex-wife’s behavior in one sentence.
Divorced parent gives NTA verdict on ex-husband’s new girlfriend
Emergency contact mix-up leads to ex-wife’s understandable concern
New girlfriend is calm and collected and could be liked
Ex-wife overreacts to girlfriend in towel at his house, set boundaries
Be understanding, but don’t let your ex control your life.
Ex-husband’s new GF opens door in towel, ex-wife flips out. NAH.
Surprising encounter in a towel. NTA.
Ex-wife’s reaction understandable, but OP is NTA for moving on
Ex-wife’s unexpected visit leads to drama and questionable towel attire.
Ex’s jealousy exposed after finding new girlfriend in towel at door
NTA for not telling ex-wife, but answering door in towel? ♂️
