Growing up, his parents were distant and his neighbor became his only source of love and attention. He sees her as his sister, but his girlfriend thinks it’s weird. When he suggested having dinner with his “sister” instead of his parents, his girlfriend got upset and called it creepy.
Was he wrong to call his neighbor his sister? Or is his girlfriend being unreasonable in this situation ? Read on to find out if he’s the a**hole.
Anonymity requested for complicated relationship dynamics
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Upbringing of an only child with unhappy parents
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Lonely and ignored, caught in the middle of family feud
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Mysterious neighbor Angie sparks childhood curiosity and intrigue
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Woman helps lonely man but girlfriend gets jealous
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Man’s girlfriend upset over him calling friend his sister
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Man calls woman his sister, girlfriends get jealous
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Navigating complicated relationships: does GF understand?
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Dinner with fake sister causes real girlfriend drama
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Family ties questioned in argument over friendship with childhood mentor.
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Man regrets upsetting girlfriend over sister comment, seeks advice.
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Man’s girlfriend upset over his relationship with ‘sister’
A man who was raised without affection by his parents formed a close bond with a woman who lived nearby and he calls her his sister. However, his girlfriend is upset by their relationship and feels that he should stop pretending that this woman is his sister. The man is conflicted and wonders if he was wrong for not being more understanding of his girlfriend’s perspective.
In this post , the man seeks advice on whether he was wrong and how he can navigate this tricky situation. As we read through the comments, we get to see different perspectives and opinions on the matter. Some people think that the girlfriend is being irrational and should accept the man’s relationship with the woman, while others think that the man is not seeing things from his girlfriend’s point of view.
Join us as we explore this complicated situation and try to offer some helpful advice to the man.
NTA. Blood isn’t the only thing that ties family together. GF toxic.

Girlfriend judges OP’s sister, Internet defends OP’s family bonds

Heartwarming comments about building your own family ❤️

NTA and it’s heartwarming to see Angie’s kindness rewarded ❤️

Chosen family is just as important as blood relatives ❤️

Chosen family can be more genuine than blood relatives ❤️

Engaging with the community can make a positive impact ❤️

Girlfriend refuses to meet ‘family’, dodged a bullet.

Found siblings are as important as biologically related ones.

Commenter supports choice of non-biological family.

Blood does not always make family, girlfriend should move on ❤

Adoptive sister or girlfriend being insecure? NTA.

Creating new families is valid. GF’s values in question.

Family isn’t just about blood
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Don’t ignore the red flags. Move on and find happiness

Chosen family is valid NTA wins this one
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Commenter defends OP, girlfriend’s jealousy apparent.

Non-related family member as litmus test. NTA verdict.

Defending family ties ❤️

Choosing your family isn’t always easy, but it’s worth it ❤

Partner’s toxic insecurity: NTA, put her on the curb

Choose your family wisely , not everyone deserves the title.

Sibling loyalty wins, girlfriend’s out of luck ♂️

Commenter defends man and calls girlfriend insecure. ♀️

Adopted or not, family is family. NTA

Commenter defends man, calls girlfriend insecure.

Chosen siblings over blood, but girlfriend not on board. NTA

Family is family, biological or not. Don’t let anyone judge.

Gratitude is key! Angie is a hero, NTA.

Chosen family bonds are often stronger , girlfriend sucks ♀️

Family is more than blood ❤️

Choosing family isn’t always blood. ANTA, but girlfriend needs understanding

Big sister defends OP, calls out girlfriend’s behavior ♀️

Family is who cares and loves you NTA

Chosen family over blood? NTA for valuing great relationships

Time to ditch the girlfriend?

Family comes in all shapes and sizes

Accepting found family is valid and heartwarming

Adopted siblings are just siblings. GF needs to respect that

NTA. Angie showed love to a kid abandoned by parents ❤️

Chosen family is valid and age difference doesn’t matter

Family isn’t just blood , it’s the people who’ve stuck by you. ❤️

Family is more than just blood. NTA for prioritizing sister.

Chosen family is valid Don’t let abusive parents dictate relationships.

Heart relations over blood relations. NTA wins the family feud ❤️

Sibling bond vs girlfriend drama Choose wisely, bro
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Jealous girlfriend accuses man’s sister, NTA for standing up

NTA, but OP’s girlfriend may have valid concerns

Chosen family is just as important

Blended families are valid

Sister called creepy, girlfriend overreacts. NTA.
