AIBU in worrying that my son’s trip with his “friend” isn’t so innocent

[JosieMay1970]

My son (26) who never goes out, has told me he is going on a trip to London over the weekend to watch a show with his friend, he says they’ve booked separate rooms but I’m worried. He’s never talked about a girl before and claims they’re just friends.

My main concern is they’re going to be in a hotel together, albeit in separate rooms as he claims… does this trip sound like it’s just so he can get together with her intermittently?

AIBU in thinking this is more than just a friend and more than an innocent hotel stay?

I don't know if it's a wind up but my cousin has just turned 27, is an adult virgin, as are her few friends. They are all in to KPop and act younger than my immature 15 year old, and are chuffed when people (like taxi drivers*) think they are 14. They don't drink so it doesn't occur to them to be offended or to start acting their age. They have never worked either.

There are a lot of adult children around that age, so you never know.

If it's true, it's about time you cut the umbilical cord.

*she was grinning and bragging about that the last time I saw her.

I totally understand. Most of the snippy replies here are from mothers of little kids and teenagers who have zero understanding and don’t realise they’ll soon have adult kids. Our worries as a mother are never ending. You worry as much when they’re 26 as when they’re six. Show an interest but don’t pressure and try not to worry. Ignore the catty remarks.

😂

A 26 year old man possibly going on a date? Shocking.

Put a stop to it now OP, or next thing you know he’ll be marrying the hussy and having children with her, and then who will keep you company in your old age?

This can't be real. "Worried"? "Not so innocent"? Are you Norma Bates?

Are there any vulnerabilities? Severe SEN etc?

If not - then its absolutely outrageous for you to be interefering this way.

@JosieMay1970 "AIBU in thinking this is more than just a friend and more than an innocent hotel stay?"

Why are you so afraid that your 26 year old son has finally found a girl friend and might have sex with her? Do you not believe in sex before marriage? Is this a religious issue? Is this the reason that he barely goes out and has never had a girl friend before? I sincerely hope this post is a wind up for your poor son's sake.

Does anyone remember the sitcom Sorry with Ronnie Corbett? Reminds me of this.

Well I’m eagerly awaiting the update

Christ, OP, I moved out at 20 and had a HUSBAND at 26. Sometimes, I even shagged said husband in hotels… before he was my husband. Perish the thought!

Butt out!

I hope at 26 he is at it like the clappers all weekend! ( consenting of course )

I’ve failed to understand exactly what you’re worried about.

What on earth has it got to do with you. Creepy.

Absolutely

Don't worry OP, I'm the friend and I'm taking good care of him and giving him a practical explanation of the birds and the bees 🐦‍⬛🐝 (We've just been bird spotting, tomorrow we visit an apiary)

He's 26. Im sure he's able to make his own decisions.

So the never ending worries include worrying that your 26 year old son might be having sex? Christ I hope this is never me

Wow, OP he's 26! If this is a genuine post then you need need to urgently re-evaluate your relationship with with your sun as its all kinds of weird.

Why don't they work?

🍿Popcorn at the ready for this one.....😆

Me too, I hope they enjoy themselves

😂 this has to be a joke?

First post nails it! 😂😂

This has to be a wind up.

He’s 26!!