Man Accuses Girlfriend of ‘Stealing’ After Surprise Breakfast

Imagine waking up to the smell of a delicious breakfast, only to find out your significant other prepared it as a surprise for you. Sounds like a dream come true, right? Well, not for this 27-year-old man who accused his 24-year-old girlfriend of ‘stealing’ when she used his credit card to buy groceries for the surprise breakfast. Let’s dive into the story and see how this seemingly sweet gesture turned sour.

The Sleepover Setup

A Morning Surprise

Breakfast in Bed

The Accusation

“Technically Stole”

Shock and Confusion

A Hurtful Truth?

The Aftermath

Money Returned

Sister’s Opinion

Apology Needed?

Breakfast Surprise Turns Bitter

So, our protagonist wakes up to a surprise breakfast prepared by his girlfriend, only to find out she used his credit card to buy the groceries. Instead of being grateful, he accuses her of ‘technically stealing’ from him, leaving her in shock and tears. She eventually leaves, sending him money to cover the cost of the groceries. Even his sister thinks he’s an ungrateful jerk and suggests he apologize. But he’s still not sure if he’s in the wrong. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this breakfast fiasco…

Buying someone a gift with their own money is not cool

ESH. GF shouldn’t have taken card, OP’s response was unkind.

Taking someone’s money without permission is not a loving gesture

Taking someone’s credit card without consent is immature. Good intent, poor judgement. NTA

Don’t call your girlfriend a thief for using your card

Judging by the post, ESH for their unkind communication and actions ‍♀️ ‍♂️

Communication is key! ️ Both could have handled better. ESH.

Financial responsibility praised in comment section. NTA

Redpill mind games? YTA and she deserves better

Agree! Using someone’s card without consent is like stealing cash.

Debate over whether girlfriend’s actions justify ‘thief’ label

Buying surprise breakfast with own money is the way

NTA. GF violated boundary by using your money without permission

Breakfast theft leads to social ineptitude accusation and relationship woes

NTA for being upset, but don’t ruin a sweet gesture

Communication is key. Don’t jump to conclusions and name-calling.

Man accused girlfriend of theft, but comment defends her actions

User questions if commenter is the a**hole in relationship dispute.

When your surprise breakfast is bought with your own money

INFO commenter questions communication and suggests better ways to handle discomfort.

NTA, but she crossed a line by using your credit card without consent

Ungrateful boyfriend calls girlfriend a thief for a surprise breakfast

Taking someone’s credit card without permission is stealing. NTA

Sister defends accused girlfriend, what’s missing from the story?

Surprise breakfast leads to financial dispute. NTA for questioning.

NTA. Seven months in and she’s using your credit card?

ESH, but he could have communicated his issue better

Respect boundaries. Don’t mess with someone else’s money. #NTA

Setting boundaries is important, but calling her a thief was wrong

Curious about past behavior and income disparity in breakfast dispute.

ESH, but he should have thanked her for the effort

Don’t be an a**hole, she paid you back

ESH. Calling her a thief makes you a drama queen

Choose your battles wisely. Appreciate the gesture. YTA.

Girlfriend took his credit card without permission, made breakfast. NTA.

OP’s girlfriend crossed a boundary, but calling her a thief is harsh. ESH?

Misunderstanding leads to accusations of theft. Joint account recommended.

NTA, Surprise breakfast shouldn’t come with a bill.

NTA. GF returned money, but it’s crass to make you pay for surprise. Suspect GF was testing to spend your money. You’re technically correct, GF stole your credit card.

User calls out OP for being greedy and overreacting. YTA

Both parties made mistakes but OP’s reaction was excessive

Setting boundaries is important. NTA for calling out gf’s behavior

NTA. Spending someone’s money without permission is not okay.

Both parties should apologize and move on

Accusing girlfriend of theft over breakfast? You’re the a**hole (YTA)

User questions relationship dynamic and calls out power imbalance.

ESH, but communication is key. Appreciate the gesture and set boundaries.

Both parties could have handled the situation better. ‍♂️

Boundaries are important. NTA for setting them with your girlfriend.

ESH, but a conversation about boundaries would have been better

NTA. Girlfriend used credit card without permission for surprise breakfast.

Credit card theft is wrong, but communication could have helped.

Both parties at fault. Communication and respect are key

ESH, but she meant well . He could have handled it better .

Credit card drama leads to ESH verdict and communication lesson

Using someone’s card without telling them is not okay

Both have a point, but communication is key

Credit card drama over breakfast, ESH for poor communication skills.

NTA! Money and consent are important in a relationship

NTA, but could have handled it better. Credit card concerns.

Misunderstanding leads to name-calling. Communication is key

Both are at fault. Girlfriend for taking card, boyfriend for overreacting.

ESH. A missed opportunity for a healthy conversation and relationship growth.

Both parties could have handled the situation better

Setting boundaries without name-calling is key for healthy relationships.

NTA: Commenter questions girlfriend’s entitlement, sees red flags.

Setting boundaries is key, but don’t forget to be kind

ESH. Justified in not wanting her to spend money, but immature reaction.

ESH for him overreacting, but she shouldn’t have taken card

Using someone’s card without permission is a violation, but communication matters.

Poor communication leads to ESH situation over surprise breakfast

Money and communication issues arise after a surprise breakfast. ESH.

Enjoy the breakfast, but clarify later about card usage

Breakfast betrayal leads to relationship questions. ESH.

Using his card without permission was wrong, but overreaction ensued. ESH

Politeness and consent are important in relationships. NTA.

ESH. Communication is key in a relationship

Both parties could have handled it better

Don’t be a jerk. Appreciate the gesture and communicate kindly.

Missing information raises doubts about accusation of ‘stealing’

Don’t be an a**hole, appreciate the effort and gesture

User calls out OP for overreacting to girlfriend’s mistake. YTA.

Watch out for red flags in relationships

Credit card drama over breakfast ESH in this relationship

YTA. GF dodged a bullet. Get therapy & grow up

User calls out OP for being unappreciative and taking the ‘asshole route’

User calls out OP for being the a**hole and predicts breakup.

GF’s heart was in the right place, but taking the card without permission was wrong. OP should have discussed it with her instead of being accusatory. ESH.

Debate lord fail: ESH in breakfast card ‘theft’ argument