A mother decided not to travel with her fiancé after discovering that while he had arranged first-class seats for himself, his children, and her, he placed her children in economy. The incident sparked a lot of debate online, with many applauding her for standing up for her children and insisting on fair treatment.
Here’s how it all unfolded: My fiancé has three kids from his previous marriage, and I have two from mine. I left my job to focus on my education, and he’s now the main financial provider, although I still contribute from my savings. I also take on most of the childcare and household responsibilities.
He wanted all of us to attend Thanksgiving with his family on the other side of the country, so he booked our flights. But just before departure, I found out he had seated himself, his children, and me in first class, while my two kids (aged 14 and 10) were placed in economy.
I was completely taken aback. He brushed it off as nothing, saying it was only a short flight and that my kids could “handle it.” When I asked how he thought this was acceptable, he became angry and argued that since he had paid for the tickets, we should follow his decisions.
Without hesitation, I took my children and left the airport. He chased after us, shouting for us to return, but I refused. I told him I no longer wished to spend Thanksgiving with his family after what had happened. My youngest child cried because she had never flown without me.
He went on the trip with his children, while mine and I stayed home. Since then, he hasn’t stopped calling to criticize me, and his mother sent me a text saying I was raising spoiled children and that missing Thanksgiving over such a trivial matter revealed my true nature.
I haven’t responded yet, but now I’m filled with doubt. Should I have just gone along with it and ignored the issue?
