When Oliver handed me $100 for Christmas and told me to “make it work,” I had enough. After years of selfishness and his refusal to prioritize our family, I came up with a plan to show him the consequences of treating me like an afterthought.
Oliver and I had been married for ten years and had three kids, but after our first child, his commitment to family waned. He often chose his own needs over mine, leaving me to juggle the household alone. His spending habits didn’t help, either—he’d splurge on himself while I struggled to cover basic expenses for the kids.
When he announced he was leaving for a football match over Christmas, I couldn’t believe it. He promised to be back before Christmas but left me with $100 to handle everything. I didn’t hold back—I stretched that money to buy a small turkey, cheap decorations, and a few modest gifts. Then I invited both families over, knowing they’d expect the usual lavish holiday.
When Oliver returned, he was oblivious, praising me for “making it work.” But when dinner was served, his family was shocked. I revealed the $100 he’d left me and showed the note he’d written, mocking his claim. The room erupted in disbelief as I pulled out divorce papers and announced I was done. His apologies came too late.
This Christmas wasn’t just the end—it was the start of a life where I put myself and my kids first.
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