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Original poster

DC1 has damaged my only Christmas Present

53 replies

Giftdilema · 27/12/2017 18:50

For years I didn't get anything at Christmas. Over a decade actually for reasons I won't go into. This year I have been bought one of the cheaper Kindles which I have wanted for years but never been able to afford as I love reading and was made up.

I was reading it but left it on a desk while I was moving something, right in the middle so it was safe and could be seen but DC1 (15) has moved it so they could use the desk. Instead of giving it to me or moving it somewhere else safe they have balanced it on top of a small box on the table and then after they have finished what they were doing walked off leaving it there.
They have then moved something banging it into the table and the Kindle has fell down the back of the desk scratching the screen.

It's usable but it's not the point. Aibu to be really upset even though it was a careless accident?

Their first reaction was to scream that I had made them feel guilty for checking it wasn't broken and not an apology and asking if it was OK.

I'm actually gutted. I never get nothing of my own.

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Slartybartfast · 27/12/2017 18:52

Aw that sounds familiar 😔

Soubriquet · 27/12/2017 18:52

Does he get pocket money? I would make him pay for a replacement or repairs.

Teach him to look after other people's belongings

MirriVan · 27/12/2017 18:53

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MyDcAreMarvel · 27/12/2017 18:53

Contact Amazon they will replace it.

FuzzyCustard · 27/12/2017 18:54

I'm so sorry OP. I'd be gutted too. After all those years with nothing for yourself it must be heartbreaking to have your Christmas treat damaged, even if it was an accident. Although it does sound as though there is some carelessness involved on the part of your DC - At 15 they are old enough to know all about possible consequences. I'd be very disappointed.

Maelstrop · 27/12/2017 18:54

I think your ds is an ill-mannered little git.

harrietsoton · 27/12/2017 18:55

How annoying! What a moron! I can tell that this was a special gift for you :( they don’t have respect for your property

Can you withhold pocket money to put towards a screen replacement?

Wellonlyifihavetoo · 27/12/2017 18:56

Wow, mannerless little sod. Can u return it to amazon? Sorry op

harrietsoton · 27/12/2017 18:57

It’s only two days after Christmas as well ffs!

labazs · 27/12/2017 18:57

they need to learn to respect other peoples items make him pay for a new screen

scrabbler3 · 27/12/2017 18:57

When I saw your title, I thought that your child was going to be a clumsy toddler, not a teenager who should be aware of how fragile tech items can be. I hope DC apologised profusely and came up with an offer to replace it. At 15, they can mow lawns, babysit or wash cars for money, and purchase you a new one.

Idontevencareanymore · 27/12/2017 18:59

Ah that's not on. Ignoring the lack of respect they have for you, I'd be docking pocket money from them to pay for the repair.
Sorry this happened, I know the feeling when someone doesn't respect you or your belongings.

ScreamingValentaMySantaExpress · 27/12/2017 18:59

YANBU at all OP - I understand how you feel - it was new and special and now the 'shine' has been taken off it. At 15 your DC is more than old enough to know how to respect others' property. If the DC can't afford to replace it, could they buy you a nice protective case for it instead?

Original poster
Giftdilema · 27/12/2017 19:00

They don't get pocket money. It just isn't in our budget. Although my parents do give them some cash.

Does anyone know how much getting the screen replaced would cost?

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RaindropsAndSparkles · 27/12/2017 19:01

I just don't think teenagers, especially 15 year old boys get it. He will grow up and understand eventually just as you will forgive him much more quickly.

I'm sorry you have had shit times behind you. This is but a ripple in the adventure of parenthood. Annoying and disappointing but as DS (delight that he was 8 years ago would have said) "you'd have scratched it anyway, rationalise it ma,you can be cross at me and not yourself". he really was a little shit (sometimes)

swampytiggaa · 27/12/2017 19:02

I would contact amazon for their advice x so sorry this has happened x

Peachypie83 · 27/12/2017 19:02

Amazon should replace it for free. My toddler trod on mine and they sent me out a new one

NynaevesSister · 27/12/2017 19:02

Please contact Amazon straight away. They may be able to replace and it won't cost you anything.

bookwormnerd · 27/12/2017 19:04

Thats rubbish, I agree with poster above though, if you contact amazon they will replace. They replaced mine that had screen go wrong after a year.

oliveinacampervan · 27/12/2017 19:05

Ask Amazon if you can get a new one.

Bourdic · 27/12/2017 19:05

He/they have to pay to have it repaired. There must be some things you can refuse to pay for for them whilst you save the money up - have they anything you can sell on eBay that they got for Christmas?

youarenotkiddingme · 27/12/2017 19:06

I'd be saying to him that of course accidents happen - but accident or not he caused the damage and needs to find a way to pay for it

steff13 · 27/12/2017 19:06

I agree with contacting Amazon. Was it not in a case? I drop my Kindle all the time, the case is a lifesaver.

LaContessaDiPlump · 27/12/2017 19:06

Yes, Amazon replaced mine when it landed screen down on a wooden sofa arm!

I hope you get an apology from your DS though, he is being v. self absorbed imo.

purplecorkheart · 27/12/2017 19:06

Contact Amazon, their customer service is excellent. Does you ds have anything of value? Something that you could sell.on gumtree/ebay etc?