🎄 The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and togetherness, but for one man, a Thanksgiving visit to his mother's house turned into a nightmare from the past. 😱 Buckle up, because this story is a wild ride filled with family drama, controlling exes, and a laptop shutdown that'll make you gasp! 😲 Get ready to dive into this emotional rollercoaster and decide for yourself: is he the a-hole or not? 🤔
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😱 Surprise! Ex-Stepfather from Hell Appears! 😈
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😡 Ex-Stepdad's Power Trip: Laptop Shutdown! 😡
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🗣️ Heated Argument: "You Don't Control Me Anymore!" 🗣️
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❤️ Love for Mom, But No Tolerance for Boyfriend's Behavior 🙅♂️
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😱 Thanksgiving Disaster: Ex-Stepdad's Laptop Shutdown Leads to Early Departure! 💻🦃
Well, well, well... looks like this Thanksgiving was anything but a peaceful family gathering! 😬 Our protagonist found himself in a whirlwind of drama when his mother's surprise guest turned out to be none other than his controlling ex-stepfather. 😱 Things quickly escalated when the ex-stepdad pulled a power move and shut down the laptop during crucial work time. 💻 Tempers flared, words were exchanged, and our hero decided to peace out early. 🛫 Now, he's left wondering if he made the right call or if he's the a-hole in this situation. 🤔 Let's see what the internet has to say about this family fiasco! 🍿
You're not the a**hole, stay away from the controlling bully.
Nessie51 | Nessie51
Ex-stepdad is a controlling jerk. Maybe avoid him at Christmas. 😒
Scotsgit73 | Scotsgit73
OP deserved better treatment from mother's controlling boyfriend. NTA 😊
coloradogrown85 | coloradogrown85
Stand up for yourself and talk to mom privately. NTA 👏
ZookeepergameOk1833 | ZookeepergameOk1833
Setting boundaries with controlling ex-stepdad, NTA 👍
seskasha | seskasha
Don't let a controlling a**hole treat you like a child! 🙅♂️
Arquen_Marille | Arquen_Marille
Drawing boundaries with controlling stepfather, NTA wins the day.
Paevatar | Paevatar
Standing up to a controlling bully stepfather and setting boundaries 🙌
latents | latents
Glad OP stood up for themselves, hope Mom is okay 😊
PookieCat415 | PookieCat415
Stand up for yourself and prioritize your mental health. 🙌
[deleted] | [deleted]
Controlling ex-husband causing family issues. NTA suggests setting boundaries.
Trice316 | Trice316
Take a stand and prioritize your mental health 🙌
depressivedarling | depressivedarling
Controlling ex-husband ruins Thanksgiving, NTA for avoiding him. 🤪
SaraG1973 | SaraG1973
Controlling stepfather treats grown man like a child. NTA.
Thesafflower | Thesafflower
Stand up for yourself and prioritize self-care. NTA 👏
bashark94 | bashark94
Mom's partner called grown man an a**hole for handling work. NTA 👍
YourMothersButtox | YourMothersButtox
Toxic stepdad banned from holidays, mom needs to accept it 😠
Whatever-and-breathe | Whatever-and-breathe
NTA. Taking care of business like a grown man 👨👦👍
BigMouthDiva | BigMouthDiva
Don't crawl back for lip service apology! NTA 👍
Iridium_Pumpkin | Iridium_Pumpkin
Handling a narcissistic stepfather, setting boundaries, and prioritizing safety. 👍
AffectionateAd8770 | AffectionateAd8770
Toxic ex-stepdad? ✅ Christmas revenge plot? ✅ Stay away! 🚫
6poundpuppy | 6poundpuppy
Bully ex-husband deserves restraining order, NTA stands up
YDCtvenergyhealer | YDCtvenergyhealer
Spend Christmas with friends and feel good 😊
[deleted] | [deleted]
Cutting ties with controlling ex-stepfather, NTA. Mom's mistake, though. 😠
HiddenTurtles | HiddenTurtles
Starting a new Christmas tradition with little brother 🎄
AnnoyedRedheadedMom | AnnoyedRedheadedMom
Mom's controlling ex-boyfriend crossed the line, NTA for leaving 👏
No_Interview_2481 | No_Interview_2481
Standing up to abusive stepfathers, NTA wins the day.
JCBashBash | JCBashBash
Controlling ex treating 30 y/o like a child. NTA for leaving.
Kareberrys | Kareberrys
Handling torment from childhood bully in 30s earns praise 👏
Vahagn323 | Vahagn323
Mom's ex-husband treated him like a child. NTA takes action 💪
HalcyonDreams36 | HalcyonDreams36
NTA for refusing to stick around in a place with an abusive ex-husband. Mom should've warned you, but chose laziness over family 😠
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Asserting independence from controlling ex-stepdad. NTA 🙅
Affectionate-Can-279 | Affectionate-Can-279
Avoiding toxic ex-stepfather, good choice! NTA 🙌
Collwyr | Collwyr
Controlling ex-husband: NTA treated like a child 😠
sub2865 | sub2865
Take control of your life! NTA. Set boundaries. 🙌
SilverGlitterDoll | SilverGlitterDoll
Standing up against toxic behavior and seeking help. NTA 👏
Wise_Impression_6391 | Wise_Impression_6391
Exclude mom's controlling ex-husband from Christmas, invite mom instead. NTA.
vac_roc | vac_roc
Don't spend Christmas with your controlling ex-stepdad. NTA 🎄
slendermanismydad | slendermanismydad
Respectful response to property violation. 💯
tatsmetalandpuppies | tatsmetalandpuppies
Avoiding controlling ex-stepdad at Christmas: NTA, smart move 😎
RevolutionaryCow7961 | RevolutionaryCow7961
Controlling ex sabotages 30-yr-old's work and computer. NTA.
orangeupurple1 | orangeupurple1
Standing up to controlling ex-stepfather, NTA and left situation.
SammyLoops1 | SammyLoops1
You're NTA. Leaving like that will keep him awake 💤
GrumpyOldFatGuy | GrumpyOldFatGuy
Tough love: Comment calls out mother's lack of affection. 💔
Illustrious_Tank_356 | Illustrious_Tank_356
Standing up for yourself is important, but pick your battles 🤔
SuperHuckleberry125 | SuperHuckleberry125
Skip Christmas at your mom's. He doesn't have to be in yours. 💁♀️
NoCleverUsernameIdea | NoCleverUsernameIdea
Man's laptop turned off mid-work, NTA. 😡
Dismal_Intention6350 | Dismal_Intention6350
User questions mom's decision to date controlling ex-husband. 😞
2ndcupofcoffee | 2ndcupofcoffee
NTA! 😱 Invading personal space and destroying work is unacceptable.
dekage55 | dekage55
Interruptions at work can be infuriating 😠
shf500 | shf500
Mom's boyfriend acts childish, impacting OP's livelihood. NTA.
a_man_in_black | a_man_in_black
Escaping an abusive household, but longing for a mother's love 💔
pnwwaterfallwoman | pnwwaterfallwoman
Taking a stand against controlling ex-stepdad. NTA! 👏
mommapumpkin | mommapumpkin
NTA! Mom's ex-husband treated you like a child. Good for you for leaving and avoiding childhood trauma. 👏
errantknight1 | errantknight1
Cutting off toxic family for mental health ✌️
Severe-Meet-498 | Severe-Meet-498
Stay in a hotel to escape controlling ex-husband during Christmas 🏡
Icy_Influence_2223 | Icy_Influence_2223
Setting boundaries with mom's controlling ex-husband. 💪
Blacksmithforge3241 | Blacksmithforge3241
NTA commenter shares bold and humorous personal experience.
Amaterasu_Junia | Amaterasu_Junia
Setting boundaries with controlling ex-stepdad. #NTA 💯
High_Fire_1973 | High_Fire_1973
