Imagine being gifted a beautiful china set by a beloved neighbor who was like a surrogate grandma to you, only to have her sons demand it back after selling it to you! That’s exactly what happened to one person who shared their story online. The china set holds a special place in their heart, as it was used for annual tea parties with their late neighbor, Ruth. But now, Ruth’s sons are causing drama and want the set back. Let’s dive into this emotional rollercoaster.
Ruth, The Surrogate Grandma
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The Special China Set ️
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A Gift from Ruth’s Mom
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A Magical Birthday Tea Party
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The Tradition Continues
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Ruth’s Heartfelt Gift
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Ruth Passes Away
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Sons Sell Everything
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A Shocking Demand
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Desperate Measures
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Buying the Set Just in Time ⏰
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Sons Want the Set Back
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Their Sudden Regret
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Feeling Guilty?
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The China’s Details
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An Emotional Battle Over a China Set
This heartwarming story takes a dramatic turn as the protagonist is forced to pay $500 to keep a china set that was promised to them by their late neighbor, Ruth. The set holds a special place in their heart, as it was used for annual tea parties with Ruth. Now, Ruth’s sons are causing drama, demanding the set back after selling it. They claim to regret selling it and call our protagonist evil for keeping it. The protagonist is left feeling guilty but stands their ground, as the set means so much to them. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
NTA defends sentimental value of tea set against suspicious neighbors.

Honoring a special bond with tea on birthday

NTA. Sons sold the set too quickly, suspect they knew its value.

NTA, neighbors sold sentimental items, paid price for their greed
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Happy ending: NTA neighbor’s sons sell china, new owner appreciates it

NTA for keeping purchased item from Ruth. Appraisal recommended

Foolish kids sold tea set, now regret it and demand it back

NTA. Selling everything, their remorse isn’t your responsibility.

Selling sentimental items: NTA suggests appraisal, photo albums considered

Hilarious exchange about vulture gender, tea-spitting moment included

Sentimental items hold immense value and memories, not just monetary worth

Engaging NTA comment with a hint of curiosity

NTA. The sons’ actions caused their own predicament

Don’t let them guilt-trip you, trust your gut feeling

Ruth’s sons extorted $500 for gifted set. You owe nothing. NTA

Curious neighbors help find replacement for missing china set

Treasure your tea set and memory of Ruth. NTA ♀️

Neighbor’s sons demand China set back, commenter says NTA.
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You’re in the clear Keep the vase!

Commenter advises on value of tea set, calls out exploitation

You’re in the clear! Enjoy your purchase
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Honoring Ruth’s wishes: NTA despite sons’ poor behavior

NTA, keep the tea. Ruth would have wanted it that way

NTA and a helpful tip for identifying and evaluating China pieces

Heartwarming comment about ownership and love. ❤️

Neighbor’s sons demand sold item back, but commenter advises against it.

Neighbor’s sons accused of scamming for $400
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Enjoy your set, it’s yours. NTA

NTA, ignore the greedy b******s and cherish the set

Neighbor’s sons sell sentimental set, demand it back. NTA stands firm.

Treasure your granny’s china, it’s priceless

NTA. The neighbor’s sons were either greedy or addicts ♂️. Have the set appraised and insured.
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Sons sell mother’s China, neighbor supports. NTA

Protect your sentimental value, block suspicious neighbors
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Tea set worth more than $500? Hold on tight!

Neighbor’s sons accused of emotional blackmail for quick buck

Respect the late neighbor’s wishes and keep the sentimental item ❤

Neighbor’s sons greedy for sold set, NTA blocks them.

Savage comment with no replies

A heartwarming comment about keeping a set in memory ❤️

Sentimental set sparks family feud. NTA keeps cherished gift.

Neighbor’s sons regret selling deceased mother’s belongings. NTA.

Sons extort neighbor, sell her set, and demand it back

Sentimental value trumps retail price, don’t give it back. ❌

Lucky find on Ebay, NTA gets to keep it

Neighbor’s sons suspect value of sold item, advise on steps

Commenter is not the a**hole. No replies.

Neighbor’s sons not at fault, according to commenter.

Enjoy the teapot and create magic with your future kids

Cheers to a peaceful tea time

Tea set sold by neighbor’s sons, NTA for not returning it

Commenter is not the a****e, no replies.

Block and move on: NTA neighbor’s sons demand China set back

You’re in the clear They sold it, it’s yours

Neighbor’s sons demand China set back after selling it. NTA.

Neighbor’s sons sell set, commenter not at fault. NTA
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Commenter suggests buying from Portmeirion for OP’s needs

Commenter shares valuable lesson from similar incident with antique china.

Heartwarming NTA comment defends sentimental value over money

Inheritance drama: NTA for selling valuable china set for profit

Commenter defends seller and insults greedy buyers with NTA

Cherishing memories and a set, NTA wins hearts ❤️
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Regretful kids want to resell antique pieces for more money

Sons sell mother’s mementos, demand tea set back. NTA response.

Neighbor’s sons demand sold set back, called ‘a******s’ by commenter.

Ungrateful children pick through the bones of deceased parent

Keep the memories alive, hide it from greedy neighbors

Tea set drama: NTA sells valuable set, sparks outrage.

Neighbor’s sons sell her property, demand China set back. NTA stands up.

Last Updated on June 4, 2023 by Diply Social Team