Refusing to Meet Dad’s Mistress: AITA?
A 33-year-old woman grapples with her father’s infidelity and subsequent request for her to meet his mistress. Despite her father’s persistence, she and her sister adamantly refuse, causing tension in their relationship.
More info: Reddit
Setting the Scene
The woman’s parents, married for 35 years, are in the midst of a divorce due to her father’s affair with a woman half his age. Despite the turmoil, her father insists on introducing his mistress to his daughters, which they vehemently oppose.
Reasons for Refusal
The daughters refuse to meet the mistress, citing various reasons, including the recent discovery of the affair, the ongoing divorce proceedings, and the fact that the mistress is still married with children.
Father’s Persistence
Despite their objections, the father continues to pressure his daughters to meet the mistress, even involving their husbands in his attempts to convince them. His insistence strains their relationship and leaves the daughters feeling conflicted.
Deteriorating Relationship
The woman, once a “daddy’s girl,” finds herself feeling distant from her father due to his relentless pursuit for them to meet his mistress. His insistence and the emotional toll of the situation leave her questioning her relationship with him.
Feeling Like the A-hole
The woman grapples with guilt, feeling like she’s making things difficult for her father by refusing to meet the mistress. However, she stands firm in her decision, unwilling to compromise her values and boundaries.
Comments:
- Reddit users sympathize with the daughters, expressing understanding for their reluctance to meet the mistress given the circumstances.
- Many commenters commend the daughters for standing their ground and prioritizing their emotional well-being amidst the turmoil.
- Some suggest that the father’s persistence and lack of consideration for his daughters’ feelings indicate his own selfishness and disregard for their emotions.
