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AIBU?

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So tired of arguments- AIBU?

35 replies

Oldbutstillgotit · 10/07/2017 09:52

Nearly 2 years ago my adult son split up from his DP ( no DC) and it was agreed that he would move in with DH ( not his DF) and me . We made it clear it was temporary and gave him a maximum of 6 months to stay. He paid no rent as he had considerable debts. At the end of 6 months he asked to stay longer as he still had substantial debts and after much discussion we said he could stay another year . By the end of that I was feeling he was taking advantage and really making little effort to move on so I told him that he had another 6 months and that was it. I also started taking a token amount ( £100 per month) which he was not happy with. Yesterday I asked how the flat hunting is going ( 6 months up end of August) and he flipped saying he couldn't believe I was " throwing him out". We ended up having a furious row ( not the first ) and DH weighed in saying he " wanted his house back " which is fair enough but DS says I am being totally U to expect him to magic up a flat despite having almost 2 years to do so.
This morning I had an email from a widowed DF in South of France inviting me to stay for 5 days at the end of August which I have accepted and now DH is telling me I am unreasonable as he needs a break too ! I pointed out that we were in Spain for 2 weeks last month and a City Break in March but apparently that doesn't count and I can't just bale out!
I am so wearied . I am taking anti depressants and tablets for HBP, still work 3 ( long) days a week and at 62 just want some peace and quiet.
AIBU to insist DS move out ? AIBU to spend a few days with a DF to recharge my batteries ? Finally I am looking after DGS10 from 10.00 today so WIBU to hand him my iPad and watch Wimbledon with a glass of Pimms ?

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WinnieTheWitch50 · 10/07/2017 18:24

Jesus yadnbu, talk about taking the piss! Sounds like he will be there forever unless you uproot him.

happypoobum · 10/07/2017 18:30

YANBU on any of the counts.

35!!!!!!!!!!!! I thought you were going to say 20. He is taking the Royal Piss out of you. Best thing you could ever do for him would be to send him on his way.

Tell DH you are close to cracking and need this break. While you are away he can plan on treating you to a trip away together. Flowers

LexieLulu · 10/07/2017 20:53

Give us an update on how your son takes it xx

blackteasplease · 10/07/2017 21:18

YANBU about any of it.

Sushi123 · 10/07/2017 21:23

35...he needs to go

Oldbutstillgotit · 23/07/2017 09:53

Update - DS is moving out at the end of August , he will share with a friend at first . I am paying the deposit and his DF will pay the first month rent. His debts are not as bad as I anticipated and he has made arrangements with his bank and CC company. He apologised for everything. DH is refusing to speak to him at all so great atmosphere in the house !
I am going to see my friend and DH is not at all happy ( he isn't keen on friend) but I need a break. I have also booked ( and paid for ) a week in The Canaries for the end of Sep for DH and me. Not sure what else I can do.
Thanks for the support .

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namechangedforthisreply · 24/07/2017 19:40

Glad there is an end in sight OP. I hope the dust settles soon and improves your relationship with DP

Enjoy your holiday, sounds like you need it Flowers

QueenArseClangers · 24/07/2017 20:28

Glad it's sorted OP but can I ask why your DH isn't happy with you going to visit your friend?

Fishface77 · 24/07/2017 20:34

Son problem sorted, seems like there's a bit of a DH problem op?

Oldbutstillgotit · 24/07/2017 21:13

DH has never been keen on this friend who I have known for nearly 40 years and love dearly. She had married and divorced young and only remarried and moved to France 4 years ago . She had a LOT of BFs when she was single and I honestly think DH worried she would lead me astray ( seriously !) and now that she is on her own again he seems to have reverted back to being jealous and insecure . With absolutely no reason I can assure you. I really enjoy her company and I need a break but living with a sulking DH is no fun!

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