Meet our 36-year-old protagonist, caught in the midst of a family feud that’s as heated as a summer’s day in the desert. It all started with a simple request from his older brother, Mike, to lend his car to his niece, Addie, while he was out of town. What could possibly go wrong, right? Well, buckle up, because this is where the ride gets bumpy.
The Birthday Car That Wasn’t
A Borrowed Car and A Bad Decision ⛽
The Cost of a Mistake
A Plea from the Heart
A Tough Decision
Family Fallout
A Morality Maze ♂️
A Family Torn: Car Repair Bill or College Fund?
What began as a simple act of family kindness spiralled into an emotionally charged debate. Our protagonist found himself at the center of a moral maze after his niece, Addie, mistakenly filled his borrowed car with diesel, resulting in a hefty $1500 repair bill. His demand for compensation led to the money being taken from Addie’s college fund, causing a family uproar. The question remains: should he insist on Addie facing the consequences of her actions, or should he absorb the cost, given he has the means? The internet has some thoughts…
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Addie’s car repair bill sparks debate: NTA or ESH?
Parents’ responsibility? Teach Addie to be responsible and work.
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NTA: Parents responsible for child’s mistake. Awful driver, poor parenting.
NTA: Accidentally using diesel fuel sparks debate on driving competence
NTA, parents should’ve taught her or not let her drive
NTA. Valuable life lesson: work to pay off your mistakes.
“You’re NTA. Hold Addie accountable, she can get a **job**!”
16-year-old’s car, college fund, and family drama! Why?
NTA. Discuss options with wife and family for fair resolution.
NTA – Expecting borrowed property to be returned in same state
Dad’s dilemma: Repair car or teach daughter a lesson?
Family feud over car repair bill: NTA suggests fair split
NTA. Actions have consequences, but offer a payment plan
NTA. Addie’s mistake, her parents should cover cost. Natural consequence.
Sibling offers to pay for Addie’s mistake. NTA wins!
Sibling generosity gone wrong: $1500 lesson learned.
Brother borrows car, breaks it, you’re not responsible.
NTA. Family feud over car repair bill and college fund
Sibling dispute over car repair bill: generosity vs consequences
Sister volunteers to pay for car repair. NTA
NTA: Teach her about consequences, offer to split the bill.
NTA, but Addie should learn from her mistake and work to pay you back
NTA. Time is ticking! They better hustle for that college fund!
Commenter believes Addie’s college fund shouldn’t be a concern
NTA: College fund vs consequences. Who should pay the repair bill?
⛽ College fund or consequences? Fuel mix-up sparks family feud!
NTA! You were kind, but Addie needs a new instructor.
NTA. Neice needs to learn consequences. Summer job can replace college fund.
Fuel mix-up sparks debate: College fund or consequences? NTA
NTA. College isn’t for everyone.
NTA. Ignorance or deliberate? Consequences for car and college fund.
Sibling rivalry escalates over car repair bill.
NTA: They messed up your car, they pay for it!
Parents’ over-saving for college fund, not hurting Addie’s chances
NTA: Brother needs to teach daughter basic car skills
Angry bystanders and bus debates: The drama of family feuds.
Work off car repair debt or lose college fund?
NTA: Brother’s request, niece’s accountability, and college fund controversy.
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NTA! Brother and SIL should pay for their own mistakes.
NTA: Repair the car and have Addie work off the debt
NTA. Addie’s reckless behavior needs consequences. Future impact at stake.
Niece’s ‘accidental’ vandalism sparks family feud. NTA for calling her out!
Car repair bill sparks family feud over niece’s reckless driving
Addie caused the damage, now the money is coming from Addie’s money.
Fix your own mess! NTA takes responsibility.
NTA. Stand your ground, OP! Addie needs to learn consequences.
NTA. Offer to match Addy’s summer job payments for debt.
Family taking advantage of OP, car not necessary
Brother and sister are AHs, niece’s college fund drama
Fuel mix-up leads to family feud over repair costs.
NTA – Teach niece money management with a ‘Loan Contract’
NTA. Never put wrong fuel in my car, clear markings.
NTA: Brother’s car, brother’s responsibility. College fund consequences? Not your fault.
NTA. Addie’s car mishap sparks a fuel confusion family feud
Irresponsible Addie’s car trouble raises concerns about college life!
Questioning college plans after costly car repair. Not the a**hole.
NTA – Addie’s parents should explore other alternatives to pay back.
NTA. Addie’s careless actions cost the college fund. Lesson learned?
How to make $1500 count for Addie’s college education?
NTA – Wife’s manipulation, daughter can work to repay. Hard no.
Entitlement runs wild! Why doesn’t sister replace college fund?
Addie’s lack of attention causes family feud over repair bill.
Teaching personal accountability: NTA stands their ground.
