Ever had a family dispute over dirty dishes? Well, one mother decided to tackle the issue in a rather unconventional way. She implemented a new rule in the house: if she ends up washing a dish left in the sink, the culprit owes her $5. Yes, you read that right, $5! The rule, however, didn’t sit well with her 18-year-old college student son, who also works part-time. Let’s delve into this intriguing domestic drama. ️
The Birth of the $5 Dish Rule ️
Caught in the Crossfire of the Dish War ️
A Surprise Under the Fruit Basket
The $5 Dish Rule Sparks a Heated Debate
Questioning the Rule: Am I in the Wrong?
A Friend’s Perspective: Is the Rule Unreasonable?
The Mother’s Bedtime: A Complicating Factor
The Mother’s Admission and the Son’s Apology
A New Solution: The Bathroom Dish Storage ️
The $5 Dish Rule: A Household Drama Unfolds ️
In a bid to combat the issue of dirty dishes, one mother devised an unusual house rule: If she ends up washing a dish left in the sink, the culprit owes her $5. This rule, however, stirred up some heated debates in the household. Her 18-year-old son, a full-time college student with a part-time job, found himself at odds with the rule, especially when his mother took $5 from his cash stash to enforce it. The situation escalated into a family argument, with differing opinions on who’s being unreasonable. The son has now decided to store his dirty dishes in his bathroom overnight to avoid the $5 penalty. But it seems the drama has made him realize the importance of washing dishes immediately. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this intriguing family drama. ️
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YTA: Mom wants you to clean up after yourself, not be a maid
NTA, it’s overnight. When does your mom expect you to do them? If she’s asleep at 8pm and you dirty a dish at 8:30pm but other people apparently find it gross to leave it overnight. Does she expect you to wake up at 4am and wash the dishes? Does she expect you not to dirty any dishes after 8pm? ♀️
A mother’s strict dishwashing rule causes conflict and money issues
Defending OP’s decision to leave dishes overnight, NTA.
“NTA I don’t get why people on Reddit pretend to be perfect “
NTA: Cleaning dishes promptly vs. never using dishes at night
Damned if you do, damned if you don’t. NTA
Avoid the drama, switch to paper plates!
Mom’s surprised by opinions on her dish rule, defends me
NTA: $5 for unwashed plate is unreasonable. Use paper plates instead
Leaving dishes in the sink overnight: acceptable or not?
Quickly wash dishes, no need for drama. NTA
The struggle of ADHD and dirty dishes, relatable AF
NTA, but maybe it’s time to step up your dish game
“Am I being immature?” Teen seeks advice on dirty dishes dilemma.
OP’s dishwashing rule wins them NTA status
NTA: Mom’s unrealistic dish rules and money invasion crossed a line
Debate over strict dish rule: YTA or NTA?
Engaging in a $5 dish battle with mom? Game on!
“NTA, but moms are expected to make the rules. Negotiate! “
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Mom charges for washing dishes to encourage immediate cleaning
NTA: Stand up for your privacy and financial independence!
NTA. The mother is being petty by taking your money
Defending the $5 Dish Rule against unfair YTA accusations
Suggesting disposable plates and cups to avoid dish conflicts
YTA, wash your dishes! Quit leaving them in your room!
YTA for not respecting others. Clean up after yourself!
NTA. Mom’s $5 rule for dishes is over the top
Not the a**hole for enforcing the $5 dish rule
NTA: Consider moving out to avoid $5 dish rule drama
“YTA. Expecting others to work around your dishes is inconsiderate.”
NTA: Don’t be an a**hole, let the dishes soak overnight! ♂️
Not the a**hole for enforcing the $5 Dish Rule
NTA. Wash dishes immediately and protect your independence.
From YTA to NTA: The Late-Night Dish Dilemma
Unreasonable 8 o’clock rule? NTA claims dibs on 4 a.m. washing!
NTA, but consider moving out or using disposable plates
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NTA. Stand up for yourself and set boundaries with your mom.
NTA, reasonable to leave dishes overnight. Collaborate with your mom
NTA but house rules are house rules.
Outrage over $5 dish rule, it’s a dumb hang up
Nighttime dishwashing ban? Morning dishes should be allowed!
NTA. Wash dishes at night or deal with it
Balancing cleanliness and convenience: The dishwashing dilemma
Mom’s dish rule is unnecessarily anal and petty
NTA. Find a compromise that keeps everyone happy and pest-free
NTA, but mom’s rules, mom’s house. Time to move out!
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Escape the a**hole mama and say smell you later!
No dishes, no problem! The ultimate lazy (but genius) hack
Not the a**hole for enforcing the $5 dish rule
Not the a**hole for enforcing the $5 Dish Rule ️
Mother’s genius $5 dish rule keeps everyone accountable
Leaving dishes overnight is totally fine! No judgment here
NTA: Chill out, people! It’s not that serious
Leaving dishes overnight? NTA. Share your dishwashing habits! ️
Clean up or face the wrath of a $5 fine!
Move out. Pay for it. ♂️
INFO: Commenter doesn’t pay rent but does household chores and errands. Discusses fairness.
