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I know I'm probably being unreasonable but am still a bit peeed off.

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MrsCoulter · 27/12/2007 17:21

My dad spends £20 a year on me for Xmas this year, approx the same as last year. I am grateful for what he gives me and am not the sort of person to expect anything from anyone, etc. I know he loves me and we have a good relationship.

My parents split a couple of years ago and dad has a new gf. His gf has a 15 year old son who does not like my dad. Dad wants to move in with his gf but the boy says he will move out if he does so dad is still in his own house.

Dad told me today that he spent £180 on this lad's xmas present!!!!! I understand why he feels the need to buy him something so expensive and would never expect/want him to spend that much on me. But I was shocked and couldn't help being a bit hurt. I never said anything.

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nametaken · 27/12/2007 17:24

I know it's hurtful, but try not to confuse money with love - they are separate things. Its pretty obvious he's trying to win this lads affection, of course he already has yours.

Happy New Year.

THelesbellsRINGOUTFORCHRISTMAS · 27/12/2007 17:27

Yes agree he is trying to buy the boys affection. You know he loves you - which is different. I don't think it has any bearing on your relationship with your dad.

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