A Reddit user asked the community if she was wrong for telling her parents she felt like her brother chose picking up a new puppy over attending her graduation.
Some Sibling Issues Growing Up
The Original Poster (OP) was awkward as a kid, and she often trailed her brother’s friend groups, even though some of them bullied her.
Despite her brother’s failure to protect her from bullies, OP forgave him as he was still friendly and enjoyable when they were alone.
She Tried to Build Their Relationship
OP clarified that she did not invite herself to parties or social events her brother attended with his friends.
Rather, she would sit near them on the school bus or during assemblies, and when there were group functions, she would hover near them rather than remain in a corner.
Still Close Despite Different Social Circles
Her brother had a separate social life that did not include her, and OP did not force herself into his friend groups.
They would hang out regularly when alone and act friendly toward each other. They’d play video games together.
She Always Got Him Gifts – He Did Not Do the Same
OP started buying her brother birthday and Christmas presents during their teenage years, despite him not reciprocating the gesture.
Their parents suggested that the reason for his lack of gifts was due to his younger age, but OP has yet to receive a gift from him.
Trying to Overcome Their Differences
As adults, OP occasionally calls and texts her brother to check in, but he does not initiate contact.
Despite putting more effort into the relationship, OP loves her brother and accepts him for who he is.
He Bailed Out of Their Plans for a Puppy
OP extended an invitation to celebrate her graduation from graduate school with her entire family, covering the cost of their plane tickets and hotel rooms for the event.
Despite planning for months, her brother called to inform her that he could not attend because he was picking up a new puppy the day before the graduation ceremony.
This news deeply saddened OP, causing her to feel a sense of disappointment.
Trying to End the Relationship
OP inquired if her brother could reschedule the puppy pickup to another day and still attend her graduation celebration, but he refused and asked her to cancel his reservations.
After the conversation, OP made the decision to end their one-way relationship, even though she once regarded him as her closest friend.
She Told Her Mother About the Conflict
During a conversation with her mother, OP revealed that her brother would not be attending her graduation celebration due to a new puppy.
Her mother expressed disappointment but was not surprised by the news.
He Called Her Out
Later, OP’s brother contacted her, sounding sad, and criticized her for sharing the information with their mother.
He called OP out for telling the truth, and they have not spoken since.
Feeling Guilty
Although OP spoke in anger and bitterness, she now feels guilty, as she has always been forgiving towards her brother and has never heard him sound so upset on the phone.
OP questions if she was in the wrong for revealing the truth to their mother.
He Went Back on His Word
OP also pointed out that her brother initially agreed to attend her graduation before she bought the hotel and plane tickets, and OP did not assume he would be there.
Reddit Community Comments
Several Reddit users have commented on the situation citing a variety of opinions. Some users believe that OP is not the antagonist for telling the truth about her brother’s choice and behavior, arguing that he cared more about how people saw his actions than their impact.
What do you think? What would you do if you were OP?
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