My son texted me: “Mom, I know you just bought us the house, but Sarah’s dad says you’re not welcome for Thanksgiving.” I looked at the message, remembered the $350,000 I spent, and replied with one word: “Okay.” That night, I stopped being their personal ba:nk and decided to take it all back — starting with the house they thought was theirs.
My son sent me a message: “Mom, I know you just bought us the house, but Sarah’s dad says you can’t come to Thanksgiving.” I stared at the screen, thought …
My son texted me: “Mom, I know you just bought us the house, but Sarah’s dad says you’re not welcome for Thanksgiving.” I looked at the message, remembered the $350,000 I spent, and replied with one word: “Okay.” That night, I stopped being their personal ba:nk and decided to take it all back — starting with the house they thought was theirs. Read More