This family had a lot going on, and it seemed like no matter what happened, someone was going to be hung out to dry.
Fortunately, it seems they were able to come to an arrangement. Keep reading to learn more about this tangled-up situation!
Mom Was Set to Go to a Bachelorette Party
A 36-year-old mom booked a bachelorette party vacation over a year ago. It’s all paid for.
Her Daughter Had a Cheerleading Competition
OP’s 9-year-old daughter, Lauren, has a cheer competition the same weekend.
The Stepdaughter Was Going to Senior Prom
OP’s 18-year-old stepdaughter Riley has her senior prom that weekend, too.
Dad Wanted to Help Lauren
Lauren and Riley’s dad, Josh, will take Lauren to her competition, so she can keep her commitment to her team.
Riley Was Hurt
Riley feels that Josh is playing favorites.
Prom Pictures
Riley wants prom pictures with her dad and sister.
It Was Out of Their Hands
Riley’s senior prom date was chosen after OP’s trip had been paid for. It was out of their hands.
They Asked for a Favor
OP and Josh ask the cheer director if another parent could bring Lauren with a permission slip, and Josh would join them later.
But They Were Denied
The cheer director denied their request – probably because of some liability issue.
He Says She Should Cancel
Josh asks OP if she would cancel her trip to take Lauren.
She Needs Her Breaks, Too
OP says no, because the trip is paid for, and it’s her turn for a break.
Everyone Feels Stuck
OP and Josh are fighting because Josh feels like he comes out as the bad guy either way.
Communication Is Key
OP, Josh, Riley, and Lauren sit down to discuss the weekend.
Vacation Time!
OP will go on her vacation.
Daddy and His Daughter
Josh will take Lauren to her competition.
Riley’s Mom Helps Out
Riley will go to the prom and take pictures with her mom.
Where do you stand? Was their solution the best one, or should they have done something else?
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