Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and gratitude, but for one family, it turned into a dramatic showdown. The protagonist’s 16-year-old son was recently diagnosed with an eating disorder, making this year’s Thanksgiving particularly challenging. With COVID-19 in mind, the family decided to keep the celebration small, inviting only the protagonist’s parents and her sister. The sister, who became a vegan during quarantine, was asked not to discuss food in any context, including her vegan lifestyle. However, things took a turn for the worse when the sister couldn’t resist making a comment about her tofu being better than the turkey.
The Son’s Struggle

Adjusting to the New Reality

Exercise Ban Hits Hard

Thanksgiving Plans

Family Gathering

Sister’s Veganism

Setting Boundaries

Sister’s Request

Thanksgiving Day ️

The Tofu Comment

Son’s Reaction

Kicking Sister Out

The Aftermath ️

Family’s Reaction

Was the Sister’s Expulsion Justified?
In a whirlwind of emotions, the protagonist decided to kick her sister out of the Thanksgiving celebration after she made a comment about her tofu being better than the turkey her son was eating. Despite being warned not to discuss food, the sister couldn’t help herself, causing the son to have a panic attack. The protagonist’s father thought the reaction was harsh, while her husband supported the decision. As tensions rose, the question remains: was kicking the sister out justified? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
One job: don’t mention it. She couldn’t even do that. NTA

NTA – Setting boundaries with sister who ignored them.

Sister’s political views ruin Thanksgiving dinner. NTA for kicking her out

Standing up for son’s mental health – NTA, sister is AH ♀️

Putting her son’s health first, NTA.

Supportive comment and a heartwarming Uno game ❤️

Enforcing food rules for son’s health. NTA

Thanksgiving disaster: sister’s puking addiction triggers panic attack

Compassionate support for son’s eating disorder, tense family dynamics.

Veganism and eating disorders: a serious relationship to be reckoned with

NTA protects son’s *life*; sister doesn’t understand eating disorder
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NTA: Commenter shares personal experience with eating disorder and supports OP.

Supportive comment from someone who had an eating disorder. NTA

Parent defends child, gets kicked out on Thanksgiving. NTA

Commenter calls out YTA for having Thanksgiving during pandemic ♀️, receives support

Redditors agree: NTA for kicking out insufferable vegan sister

Supportive parents stand firm and protect their child. #NTA

Setting boundaries for family on holidays is justified.

Sister gets kicked out on Thanksgiving, commenters support decision

Vegan defends NTA judgement due to eating disorder recovery

Supportive comment on son’s eating disorder, offers advice for holidays

NTA for kicking sister out on Thanksgiving due to her ED

Clear boundaries set, NTA for prioritizing son’s needs

Setting boundaries and protecting family. NTA wins Thanksgiving

Enforcing boundaries for child’s health. NTA

Defending personal choices and parenting, NTA wins Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving drama over tofu vs turkey and dietary choices

Sister knowingly caused panic attack on Thanksgiving, deserved to leave. NTA
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Commenter defends son with eating disorder, suggests kicking sister out.

Vegan joke lightens the mood in a serious discussion.

Commenter defends OP’s decision to kick out sister on Thanksgiving.

Discussion on a possible eating disorder and Thanksgiving food choices

Disregard for instructions leads to Thanksgiving eviction

Vegan sister makes insensitive joke about son’s eating disorder. NTA.
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Short and sweet: commenter approves of sister’s eviction

NTA! Sister disregarded child’s eating disorder and was rude about veganism

Expecting a preachy vegan not to preach is naive ♀️

Vegetarian Thanksgiving dinner sparks civil discussion, NTA wins.

NTA sister triggered son, call therapist ASAP

Setting boundaries for safety: NTA prioritizes child’s health

Protecting a child’s health is more important than pleasing family

Surprising decision to allow sister to stay. NTA wins.

NTA stands up to narcissistic sister on Thanksgiving

Vegan sister kicked out on Thanksgiving, NTA defends decision

Vegan sister kicked out on Thanksgiving, NTA defends action

Support for NTA’s decision to kick out sister on Thanksgiving.

Setting boundaries and sticking to them: NTA wins Thanksgiving
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Commenter defends OP’s decision to kick out smug vegan sister.

Supporting a struggling loved one is crucial for their well-being ❤

Engaging comment encourages parent to consider child’s perspective.

Putting kids first. NTA and no regrets

Setting boundaries is important. NTA for protecting your child

Respecting a child’s mental health should be a top priority

Commenter jokes about sister’s turkey obsession

Heartfelt NTA comment shows support for sick child

NTA stands up for themselves and their right to their house

Supportive comment towards mom’s handling of child’s eating disorder ❤️

Sibling rivalry and dietary differences cause Thanksgiving drama

Clear NTA verdict with no room for debate

Setting boundaries and standing up for your child’s health.

NTA for good parenting and not letting sister hijack support
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Sister prioritized pride over nephew’s health. NTA.

Supportive comment from someone who understands the struggle

Protective parenting or overreaction? NTA comment sparks debate.

Setting boundaries with family

NTA stands up for child’s health on Thanksgiving
