A 48-year-old mother sought reassurance on Reddit’s AITAH sub after facing backlash for redirecting her youngest daughter’s college fund to help her eldest. The oldest, a 24-year-old mother of four, struggled with health issues, making employment challenging. Her boyfriend’s job instability compounded their financial woes. Facing eviction, they asked for help. Despite being a single mom with limited income, the OP felt obligated to aid the most vulnerable. She liquidated her youngest daughter’s college fund, triggering a rift. The teenager, understandably upset, distanced herself, seeking job opportunities instead. Reddit responses varied, with some empathizing with the OP’s dilemma, citing the older daughter’s poor choices. Others sympathized with the younger daughter, highlighting the unfairness of her sacrifice. Criticism also targeted the boyfriend’s lack of initiative. Amidst the debate, the consensus leaned toward the mother’s difficult decision, acknowledging the complex dynamics at play. As the family navigates this turmoil, the OP faces the repercussions of her choice while grappling with uncertainty over whether it was the right one.
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