Imagine this: you’re celebrating your partner’s birthday over Zoom with both your families. The cake has been eaten, the drinks have been drunk, and just when you think it’s time to say goodbye, your girlfriend gets on her knees and pops the question. What would you do? This is the exact scenario our 39-year-old club promoter found himself in, and his reaction has the internet divided. Let’s dive into the story…
A Birthday Celebration with a Twist
The Strain of Parenthood and Insecurities
The Unexpected Proposal
A Knee-Down Moment
Caught Off Guard
The Aftermath
A Love Story or a Disaster? You Decide!
Our club promoter was left in a state of shock and embarrassment when his girlfriend of 14 years decided to propose during a Zoom birthday party. Caught off guard, he excused himself from the call, leaving his girlfriend in tears. Upon his return, he was met with a three-hour lecture about her regrets. The question remains, was his reaction justified or was he being an insensitive jerk? Let’s delve into the top responses from the internet to see what they think of this situation…
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14 years wasted? OP’s refusal to marry sparks heated debate
YTA for stringing her along after 14 years and two kids
YTA: 14 years, 2 kids? Time to get your act together!
YTA for stringing her along, but marriage isn’t the only issue
Contemptuous relationship? Chilling sentiments reveal a sad love story
YTA. You’re leading her on and blaming her for your actions
“YTA. Never propose publicly unless you already know the answer.”
“She deserves better after 14 years of an ‘ok’ relationship.”
“I’m just glad I’m not your girlfriend.”
14 years together, kids, and talks of marriage. YTA here.
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Club promoter dad resents hardworking girlfriend as sole provider? ♂️
ESH. Surprise proposals are not cool and generally a bad idea.
YTA rejects girlfriend’s proposal, sparking heated debate.
A heartbreaking surprise: Love lost and shattered expectations
Shocked by his description of their ‘ok’ relationship with kids
Heartbreaking breakup after 14 years together
YTA: 14 years together and never discussed marriage?
YTA: Time to split up and let her find true love
YTA – 14 years, 2 kids, but marriage is too much?
14 wasted years? YTA for dragging your feet
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Man’s ‘ok’ relationship takes a shocking turn when girlfriend proposes
YTA for not discussing marriage before starting a life together
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Rejected proposal sparks debate: Who’s the real a**hole here?
14 years, 2 kids, and ring talks. Marriage assumed, not assumed!
14 years, 2 kids, and still no ring?
“YTA. You just demonstrated what a horrible person you are.”
YTA for dismissing your partner’s wishes. Love or convenience?
YTA, you don’t deserve her.
Embarrassed partner receives judgment for 14-year relationship proposal mishap ♂️
“YTA- 14 years and 2 kids? Time to make a decision! “
YTA: Stringing her along? It’s time to let her go
INFO: Misleading your partner about marriage intentions can lead to disaster
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Break up already! 14 years together and still not committed?
INFO: Is she financially supporting you? Let’s expose the truth!
Commit or quit: Is he the a**hole for not marrying?
YTA: Partner wants commitment, but you’re not ready. Drama ensues.
14 years, 2 kids, and still won’t marry? YTA.
14 years in an ‘ok’ relationship? That’s a red flag!
YTA: Grow up!
Club promoter dad refuses to marry hardworking mom – YTA
YTA for not realizing her commitment after 14 years!
Commenter celebrates her lucky escape from a mediocre relationship.
YTA! 40s, 14 years, 2 kids. Time to grow up!
14 years, 2 kids, and no marriage? YTA for wishful thinking!
YTA for leading her on. Let her find happiness elsewhere.
14 years together and still afraid to commit? YTA
Commitment issues after 14 years? YTA, get it together!
Are you truly open and honest about your feelings?
“YTA. Address your feelings. Get counseling together.”
Fiery comment sparks controversy and divides the audience.
YTA for not communicating, break up and give full custody
OP receives harsh criticism for mistreating girlfriend and rejecting proposal.
14 years of resentment and a Zoom proposal disaster. YTA
14 years, 2 kids, and an ‘ok relationship’? YTA, dude!
Do you *really* care? YTA – a love disaster?
Insecure girlfriend pops the question after 14 years. YTA.
“YTA – 14 years and 2 kids, time to commit! “
Commenter criticizes OP’s attitude towards his long-term partner
