He Chose His BFFs Over GF’s Mom’s B-Day…Now She’s LIVID!

Balancing relationships can be tricky, especially when it comes to prioritizing friends, family, and faith. One man found himself in a sticky situation when his girlfriend demanded he skip his sacred monthly meet-up with his buddies to attend her mom’s birthday dinner. But this wasn’t just any ol’ hangout – it was a cherished tradition that kept their friendship strong. Will he stand his ground or cave to keep the peace? Let’s dive into this juicy dilemma and see how it all unfolds!

️ The Sacred Second Saturday

Friendship First!

Lunch, Laughs, and Life Updates

Cherished Connections

‍♂️ Not Just “Me Time” ️

Maintaining Meaningful Mates

Birthday Compromise Conundrum

Sunday Celebration Suggestion ⛪

No Compromise, No Concession

Church vs Family Feud ⛪ ‍ ‍ ‍

⛪ Church Trumps All?

Priorities: Church > Family > Friends

Childish Childhood Chums?

Hypothetical Trap at Home

Incompatible Insights

Grateful for Perspectives

Wants vs God’s Will ⛪

Hurtful Words, Heartfelt Ending

Devilish Influences & Devoted Bishops

Reluctant Departure

Gratitude for Eye-Opening Advice

️ Breathing Easier, Embracing Freedom ️

Thankful for Perspectives

Friendship, Faith, and a Fractured Romance: A Tale of Tough Choices

Well, well, well… looks like our protagonist found himself in quite the pickle! Torn between his ride-or-die crew and his girlfriend’s holy-rolling family, he tried to find a compromise. But alas, his lady love wasn’t having it – it was her way or the highway to hell! After a failed attempt to trap her in a hypothetical, he realized they were about as compatible as oil and water. So, he mustered up the courage to end things, even as she cried devil’s tears. In the end, he walked away with his head held high and his friendships intact. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this wild ride!

Could they not attend both events? A scheduling conflict arises.

Putting friendships first is fair when your partner is hypocritical.

Driving 4 hours for last minute dinner? NTA for declining.

NTA. You’re only dating for 9 months. Ignore those who try to tell you to ditch your friends. YOU ARE NOT THE A**HOLE. And that part where you asked to skip church has shown me GF is controlling type. Dump her.

Protect your friend time ✊, NTA. GF is being unreasonable.

A cautionary tale about choosing friends over your significant other.

User suggests compromising with friends for GF’s mom’s birthday.

Respectful NTA who offered compromises, but GF seems unreasonable.

Prior commitments, not the a-hole for choosing friends over GF’s mom’s b-day

Choosing BFFs over GF’s mom’s b-day: Is he the a**hole?

Girlfriend can’t dictate priorities. Celebrating on Sunday isn’t weird.

NTA for choosing friend time over GF’s mom’s b-day.

NAH, but is this relationship sustainable?

Prioritizing friendships over GF’s mom’s bday – NTA wins!

Chosen family matters too! NTA for wanting to spend time with friends.

Prioritizing friends over GF’s mom’s b-day sparks debate

Prioritizing friendships over GF’s mom’s b-day: NTA, offered compromises.

Girlfriend can’t decide your priorities, value your friendships

NTA for prioritizing monthly BFF celebration. Girlfriend assumed too much.

Compromise failed, NTA for prioritizing friends over GF’s mom’s b-day

User seeks clarification on details of the situation

Don’t let celebrations ruin your relationships.

Enjoy your time with friends, let her celebrate with family

NTA – It’s only been 9 months, you’re not family yet.

NTA and uncompromising partner leads to incompatible relationship

Choosing BFFs over GF’s mom’s b-day: NTA or selfish?

Balancing friends and girlfriend can be tough

GF’s mom’s birthday ruined over religion? NTA wins.

Prior engagement makes NTA, but compromise could show consideration

Choosing friends over GF’s mom’s b-day: NTA for some, divisive for others.

Having supportive friends is important for personal growth and happiness.

Importance of monthly plans and offering alternatives.

Choose wisely, YTA. Relationships require sacrifices for loved ones ❤️

User thinks OP is YTA for prioritizing friends over GF’s mom’s b-day

Choosing BFFs over GF’s mom’s b-day: NTA or ESH?

Ending the relationship: NTA. Friends vs GF’s mom’s b-day.

NTA, atheist BF ignores your friends and mom’s bday, break up.

Choosing between mom and friends, NTA according to commenter.

GF’s mom’s b-day or BFFs? NTA prioritizes monthly plans.

Choose wisely: GF’s mom’s b-day or hanging out with friends? NTA.

Prioritizing BFFs over GF’s Mom’s B-day: NTA stands firm

Choosing between BFFs and GF’s mom can damage relationship. NAH.

“Dodging a massive bullet” – OP’s GF’s mom is overbearing

Getting to know the girlfriend and her family

Defending his friends over GF’s mom’s b-day, NTA.

Solving MIL drama: Bring present to BBQ and apologize in advance

Sassy comment calling out illogical religious beliefs.

Prioritizing important events over trivial ones. NTA

Majority agree he’s NTA despite attempts to paint him as AH

Pre-existing plans trump newer ones, even if it’s GF’s mom’s b-day. NTA

No compromises? NTA for choosing friends over GF’s mom

Supportive comment defends OP’s choice in birthday dilemma.

Marriage is between two people, not their families. NTA!

Long-term married person advises to leave due to controlling behavior.

NTA, but controlling girlfriend may lead to a breakup

Is the girlfriend overreacting?

Choosing between BFFs and GF’s family for future prospects

Prioritizing BFFs over GF’s mom’s birthday: NTA or ESH?

Suggests celebrating the birthday on 4th of July, not red-white-blue cake.

User advises on girlfriend’s demanding behavior, suggests decision-making.

Skipping one bday? Maybe not a big deal.

Toxic mother-in-law accuses commenter of devil influence

Defending his choice, commenter suggests reasonable compromise

GF’s mom’s b-day or ‘me time’? NTA deserves space ‍♂️

True friends should understand and not end a friendship over this.

Red flags in a new relationship, break up advice

Incompatible values lead to a breakup.

When friends vs. partner becomes a loyalty dilemma

Setting boundaries with friends is okay. NTA for choosing them

Being flexible is important in a committed relationship ‍ ‍ , but planning other hangouts is possible .