As in the title really. I’ve two kids who are now adults (20 and 19) and I’ve always ensured I do what I can for them at Christmas and birthdays, to which they’re always grateful.
However, this year they’ve both borrowed around £500 to £1000 off me, with the promise to pay it back quickly, but six months has gone by and I’ve not received a penny from either of them. Both keep saying “I’ll give you the money soon Mum”, but then nothing materialises! …. Oh and they both work!
I know they will eventually pay me back (if I start to go on at them!) but I now feel like not bothering spending out for Christmas on them, as it feels wrong to when they owe me money as it is.
On the other hand, I’m probably a soft touch and I’ll feel really guilty if I tell them they’re getting absolutely nothing from me for Christmas/birthdays until they pay back what they owe.
WWYD?