Mother Wants Her Child To Prepare Christmas Gifts While He Is In The Middle Of A Divorce

Divorce can be quite emotionally draining.

Relationships are much more difficult to maintain than many people believe. They necessitate far more compromise from both parties than many people are accustomed to. That is why, when people marry, they are unprepared for the massive change that occurs within the relationship. That is most likely why many marriages end in divorce. And going through legal separation is always a difficult process. Even if you no longer care for the partner from whom you are divorcing, it can be difficult to let go, and the emotional strain alone can lead to depression. That is why, during these difficult times, it is critical for family and friends to band together to support the person in need.

However, not every family follows this practice. After all, most humans are selfish creatures who are more concerned with their own feelings and how they are missing out on things than with what the other person is going through. In most cases, this also applies to parents. At least, that is the case in this story. The poster of this story, you see, is going through a divorce, and Christmas is quickly approaching. And, while Christmas is typically a time when people gather to celebrate, I can understand why he might not be in the mood. His family, on the other hand, is not as supportive as they could be.

You can see what I’m talking about if you scroll down.

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Divorces are usually a very messy affair.

And OP is smack dab in the middle of one.

It has been going on for a while.

So he isn’t really in the mood to celebrate Christmas.

Most of his family members have been understanding.

Since they understand it requires a lot of work.

And he has been quite emotionally and physically drained.

However, his mother isn’t understanding at all.

And she still wants him to bake.

Anyone would be frustrated in this sort of situation.

I’m surprised that the mother is only concerned with when she will receive the baking gifts. Does she believe baking is simple or that it only takes a few minutes? Even if that were true, the expectations this woman has of someone who is clearly going through a difficult time are truly astounding. And, while the other family members may appear to be more supportive in comparison to her, they aren’t much better. Rather than telling him to rest and disregard the gifts, they continue to expect him to give them what they believe they deserve.

She needs a taste of her own medicine.

She does sound very entitled.

He needs a break right now.

This might be the perfect solution.

The other family members aren’t saints either.

What are your thoughts on the entire situation? What would you do if your family behaved like this? Would you remain silent and simply do what they say, ignoring your own emotional needs? Please let us know in the comments section below. Remember to share this story with your friends so they too are able to join in on the discussion.