Picture this: you’ve finally moved on from a painful divorce, your kids are all grown up and you’ve planned the perfect holiday to distract yourself from the empty nest syndrome. But just as you’re about to embark on your much-needed getaway, tragedy strikes your ex-husband’s family. He reaches out, inviting you to a double funeral. What would you do? Let’s dive into this real-life drama that has sparked heated debates across the internet.
The Backstory: From Marriage to Divorce

The Tragedy Unfolds

The Unexpected Invitation

The Dilemma: To Go or Not to Go? ♀️

The Decision: Staying Away

The Kids: Absent from the Funeral ♀️

The Accusations: Poisoning the Kids?

Caught in the Crossfire: A Holiday Amidst a Tragedy
In a whirlwind of emotions, our heroine finds herself in a tight spot. Her ex-husband’s family is struck by a double tragedy, and he reaches out to her, inviting her to the funeral. But she’s planned a holiday, a much-needed escape from her empty nest. She declines the invitation, believing her presence would only add to the grief. Her children, now grown and living in different parts of the country, also choose not to attend. This sparks a wave of accusations from the ex-husband, claiming she’s poisoned their children against him. Amidst the chaos, she sets off on her holiday, sparking a heated debate across the internet. What’s your take on this?
NTA. No relationship, no obligation. Good on you for blocking.

“Not your circus, not your monkeys.” NTA.

NTA. Ex-husband’s grief shouldn’t dictate your children’s choices.
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Age difference between ex-husband’s girlfriend and daughter sparks controversy

NTA – Your children can decide which funerals to attend.

“NTA. Ignore his anger and grief. Your safety comes first. “

“Seriously NTA – He cheated and expects you to care about his new family that he developed out of cheating on you? Nutso. Hes taking his grief out on you because he is grieving, but that does not in ANY way make you TA. Again NTA to the extreme. Keep him blocked, he dont lay your bills pay him no mind” – Unbelievable situation, you’re definitely NTA!

NTA all the way! Your ex-husband’s behavior crossed the line

NTA!!! Block him! Why the f**k is he looking you up on FB during this time???!! He should be leaning on his and her family for support! You do you!

NTA. Your life, your choice. Don’t sacrifice for ex’s problems.

No obligation to ex’s stepson. Keep distance for a reason!

NTA. Let your adult kids decide. You owe him nothing

Delusional ex-husband expects woman to cancel trip due to losses

Block the ex, skip the funeral. Your peace comes first.

NTA. Betrayed ex-husband seeks emotional support from the family he left?

NTA. Ex-husband’s tragedy: your obligation ended with the marriage.
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Ex-husband’s double standards and entitlement sparks online debate

“NTA. It’s your prerogative. Only go if invited by wife. “

Adult kids not close to father. NTA for woman.

Ex-husband’s funeral invite sparks debate. NTA asserts independence and boundaries.

Setting boundaries with an ex: NTA wants his cake

NTA: Ex-husband’s funeral invites and strained family dynamics

NTA: The Comment That Says It All
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NTA, your kids aren’t either. Enjoyed vacation, need another now.

No sympathy for the ex-husband. Move on and thrive! ✌️

NTA – Your adult children, your ex, your boundaries.

NTA: No obligation to ex-husband, kids can decide for themselves

NTA – Ex-husband’s funeral drama: support, cheating, and emotional expectations

Ex-husband’s grief redirected towards ex-wife. She respects kids’ choices.

Ex regrets affair, acting out after realizing you moved on
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NTA- You’re not responsible for his children’s presence. Enjoyed holiday!

Should she force her children to attend their father’s funeral? ⚰️
Comment and replies discuss the children’s autonomy and the ex’s expectations.
NTA: Ex-husband’s tragedy, but you did the best thing

Ex-husband’s tragedy: Woman’s dilemma and bizarre expectations. NTA.

Family ties severed after father’s controversial decision.

You made the right choice. Your ex-husband’s anger is misplaced.

Ex-husband troubles? You’re not alone!

NTA on multiple levels! You’re a good person.
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Ex-husband’s regret after tragedy: NTA, he messed up big time!

Investigate how he got the photos to protect your privacy

Ex-husband’s request for support from woman who wrecked marriage

“Hell no. Definitely NTA. Girl, you don’t owe him anything. “
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NTA’s fiery response shuts down entitled ex-husband.

Ex-husband refuses to be involved in co-parenting, sets boundaries.

Not the a**hole. Share your thoughts on this controversial situation!

NTA. Empathy for ex-husband’s pain, but you have boundaries.

NTA. Ex-husband’s tragedy: no sympathy after destroying his life. ♀️

Seeking validation for an obvious situation.

“NTA and your children aren’t fans of his new girlfriend . It’s not callous to stop caring about someone who treated you horribly. He sounds like a narcissist.”

NTA: Maintain boundaries, involve police if harassed, review social media.

Ex-husband expects ex-wife to be his trauma therapist? NTA!

NTA: Your grown children, their choice. He’s to blame.

NTA. You dodged a bullet and kept your boundaries intact!

NTA, your ex’s problems are not your responsibility anymore
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Ex-husband bitter about woman’s happiness amidst tragedy. NTA

NTA: Ex-husband’s grief shouldn’t be an excuse for mistreating you.

“NTA. Inappropriate invite to ex-husband’s funeral. “

NTA: Enjoy your holiday, block him, and move forward

NTA – Ex-husband’s tragedy, classic narcissist. Enjoyed your vacation escape!

“Brass clackers on cheaters” – A remorseful cheater seeks redemption.

Not your pig, not your farm, NTA

NTA – Cheating dads can’t understand why kids cut them off

“NTA. Not your concern. Focus on your own happiness.”

Ex-husband’s irresponsibility and delusion: NTA for not comforting him
